Tag Archives: Love

A. L. Kaplan Wins Another Flash Fiction Challenge

Posted on October 30, 2016 by A. L. Kaplan

A. L. Kaplan is the Readers’ Choice in this week’s Indies Unlimited Flash Fiction Challenge. The winning entry is decided by the popular vote and rewarded with a special feature on Indies Unlimited.       Don’t forget to sign up … Continue reading →

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SPRING PEEPERS

Posted on March 10, 2016 by A. L. Kaplan

Weroo, weroo, weroo Incessant sounds fill the air Weroo, weroo, weroo Bulging throats beckon Weroo, weroo, weroo Find me and I’m yours Weroo, weroo, weroo Your heart’s fulfillment lies with me Weroo, weroo, weroo Spring is here, spring is here

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WONDERFALL

Posted on February 21, 2016 by A. L. Kaplan

“This is Wonderfall,” said Mark. The thirteen year old looked at the rushing water with a board expression. His lips twisted in an all too familiar grimace. “It’s a waterfall, Dad.” “But this one is special. Grandpa Jack took me … Continue reading →

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THE PROPOSAL

Posted on December 24, 2015 by A. L. Kaplan

Sweat dripped down John’s back, tickling like a stream of little spiders. He hated being hot, but the corporate sauna was the only place where he could work undisturbed. Stripping down to a towel had made it somewhat bearable. He … Continue reading →

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THE POTION OF POWER

Posted on July 17, 2015 by A. L. Kaplan

Colorful glass bottles filled the shelves in the small shop, some tall, others not. A few seemed to glow but that could have been from creative lighting. The containers had only one thing in common. None were labeled. Yet the … Continue reading →

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Forever Hold Your Peace

Posted on January 23, 2015 by A. L. Kaplan

Blaine eyed the neatly displayed refreshments just outside the chapel and clenched his fists. Fruit punch and tea weren’t what he wanted, unless they were spiked with bourbon. His stomach twisted. This had to be done. It was his duty, … Continue reading →

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WATCHER

Posted on August 22, 2014 by A. L. Kaplan

“Margaret! “Goodness, Charles. You nearly broke the door slamming it open like that.” “To hell with the door. We have to leave. They found us.” Are you certain? It’s been years. Surely they’ve given up by now. Well, they haven’t. … Continue reading →

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Dragonfly Arts Magazine: Reflections on Life, Love, Trauma and Hope

Posted on June 16, 2014 by A. L. Kaplan

Dragonfly Arts Magazine: Reflections on Life, Love, Trauma and Hope was recently published by Hope Works. Hope Works is dedicated to eliminating sexual and domestic violence in Howard County, Maryland. This insightful collection of poetry and art touches not only on … Continue reading →

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MATCHMAKERS

Posted on February 22, 2014 by A. L. Kaplan

“This one’s a sceptic,” said Yenta. Clarence looked at the man curled up on the hay in Pete Forrester’s barn. “He’s here isn’t he?” “But he doesn’t believe.” “Yenta, look at him. All alone in a dilapidated barn. The man’s … Continue reading →

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GUIDING LIGHT

Posted on February 17, 2014 by A. L. Kaplan

Grogan yanked the huge oil drum up another step. He was almost to the top of the lighthouse now. Pain lanced his arm, but he ignored it. He had to light a beacon and save the ships headed for the … Continue reading →

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