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Liquid Diet
by Steven Holding
Fluids feed us, true enough, but not all rely upon the claret for sustenance.
Divergent breeds born with differing needs; consequently, some thirst for more…eclectic refreshment. The Lachrymose relish the taste of tears, breaking a heart or an arm before a feast. A Perspiration Prince favours the flavours of an athlete’s fresh armpit, whereas some poor suckers simply sup upon the seed of a man.
Myself?
All that is required is one fleeting glimpse of my true countenance. The sight of such delights and everyone soon feels the lukewarm tickling trickle of fear.
It’s a piece of piss, really.
Steven Holding
Steven Holding lives with his family in the United Kingdom. His stories have appeared both online and in print. He is currently working upon further short fiction and a novel. You can follow his work at www.stevenholding.co.uk
Pin This Picture Upon the Refrigerator
by Steven Holding
Furious scratching as crayon scrapes paper. Daughter is immersed in art; screwed-up face displaying utter concentration.
“Whaddaya doodling?”
Attention shifts from the multi-coloured masterpiece.
“Silly! Drawing everyone in our house!”
Such effort warrants closer inspection. Leaning in, father finds the four people depicted puzzling.
“Who’s that?”
Upturned pencil marks an invisible line, linking each person.
“Me… Daddy… Mummy…”
A pause.
“Skinnyman!”
It’s more scribble than figure. Father swallows. Repeats his name.
“Yep! Lives in the shadows”
“What’s he doing?”
A giggle.
“Watching… Waiting…”
An ice-cold shiver descends father’s spine.
“For what?”
Daughter smiles.
“For you to close your eyes…forever.”
Steven Holding
Steven Holding lives with his family in the United Kingdom. His stories have appeared both online and in print. He is currently working upon further short fiction and a novel. You can follow his work at www.stevenholding.co.uk