The Oak and the Willow Tree
One autumn day, long ago, a willow seed played and lost several games with her brothers and sisters. She became cross and jumped up and...
An Assassin’s Tale
Delphine couldn't remember the exact moment she became a hired assassin, but here she was atop a roof, examining a carriage as it rolled...
Becky and the Drifter
Becky Fantour swallowed her tears and turned from her mother’s eyes. “No, Ma, it’s okay. I’ll go to university next year.” She lied,...