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The Ministry of the Unique* Part 4

Posted on January 9, 2019 by Michael

Master James O’Dowd had received a memo from the Ministry of the Unique to attend a meeting at 9.07am the following morning at their office in 37.5A Sourgrapes Lane. It was signed by Alfred Hawers, Esquire, Minister of the Unique. … Continue reading →

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The Ministry of the Unique* Part 3

Posted on January 9, 2019 by Michael

Master James O’Dowd had received a memo from the Ministry of the Unique to attend a meeting at 9.07am the following morning at their office in 37.5A Sourgrapes Lane. It was signed by Alfred Hawers, Esquire, Minister of the Unique. … Continue reading →

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The Ministry of the Unique* Part 2

Posted on January 8, 2019 by Michael

Master James O’Dowd received a memo from the Ministry of the Unique to attend a meeting at 9.07am the following morning at their office in 37.5A Sourgrapes Lane. It was signed by Alfred Hawers, Esquire, Minister of the Unique. There … Continue reading →

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Finish the Story, 2019, #2

Posted on January 6, 2019 by Michael

The Final Hunt Anne and Gladys waved as the men left for their hunt. When they were out of sight, they both laughed knowing full well that none would have the heart to really shoot anything. They liked a boy’s … Continue reading →

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Crimson’s Creative Challenge #6 – The Wreck of the Mary Ellen.

Posted on December 20, 2018 by Michael

It was the arrival and extended stay of the drought that opened up the lake and revealed the many skeletons it had for so long hidden. The most mysterious was the revelation of the wreck of the “Mary Ellen”, a … Continue reading →

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Mr Marsden Part 11

Posted on October 6, 2018 by Michael

Previous parts can be found here: https://summerstommy.com/2018/09/19/mr-marsden/ https://summerstommy.com/2018/09/19/mr-marsden-part-2/ https://summerstommy.com/2018/09/24/mr-marsden-part-3/ https://summerstommy.com/2018/09/26/mr-marsden-part-4/ https://summerstommy.com/2018/09/27/mr-marsden-part-5/ https://summerstommy.com/2018/09/29/mr-marsden-part-6/ https://summerstommy.com/2018/09/30/mr-marsden-part-7/ https://summerstommy.com/2018/10/02/mr-marsden-part-8/ https://summerstommy.com/2018/10/04/mr-marsden-part-9/ https://summerstommy.com/2018/10/05/mr-marsden-part-10/ “You have to stop doing that,” said Mr Marsden, a touch of irritation now in his voice. “Doing what?” asked Ayls. “Telling me what … Continue reading →

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Photo Challenge #226 – The Girl in the Red Coat.

Posted on August 14, 2018 by Michael

Image: – Anka Zhuravleva The first time I saw the girl in the red coat was out of the corner of my eye. I thought she was an illusion as it had been raining and she was standing in amongst … Continue reading →

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Worth A Thousand Words # 4 – City Lights

Posted on July 21, 2018 by Michael

Photo Credit: carloyuen @ pixabay.com The holiday began with a visit to Lookout Hill, which gave him a panoramic view of the city. At night the lights gave a mystical feel to the city, and he marvelled at the sight … Continue reading →

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Time To Write: Red Herring [Creative Writing Prompt – Mystery Month]

Posted on May 19, 2018 by Michael

The mystery over the death of Frank the Gardener at 23 The Crescent deepened, and the police appeared baffled. They gathered at the end of the street with a force of new recruits determined to leave no stone unturned in … Continue reading →

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Time To Write: Random Words 9 [Creative Writing Prompt – Mystery Month]

Posted on May 12, 2018 by Michael

Inspector Onthejob looked around the coffee stained crime scene and immediately knew there were clues looking at him. The barista with a kitchen knife in his back and his entire body covered in coffee pointed to a crime of passion. … Continue reading →

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