McKade Kerr

“A Tale of Two Cities” by McKade Kerr

Submitted to Contest #248

I looked across the battlefield at the opposing army. They weren’t big, but then again, neither were we. They came from the city of Walnut, a land of dark wood and even darker intentions. It was no surprise to see them on the battlefield again. Our two cities had an eternal feud, always clashing, always competing. Maybe one day we’d sort things out and make an alliance, but today was certainly not that day. Today, we fought. To the right I saw my friend Leonard take the first charge forward. Like me, he was one of the foot soldiers on the fr...

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“What's a Picture Worth?” by McKade Kerr

Submitted to Contest #247

Out beyond the distant galaxies, where unknown stars twinkled and unnamed wonders dwelt, a small spaceship with two brave space photographers soared by at hyper speed. Finnian, the courageous captain was at the helm, and his intelligent yet goofy co-captain Quixly was sitting nearby, looking through old books and scrolls. The two friends were on their way to take their greatest picture yet. “These are some pretty crazy legends, Captain.” Quixly said as he was reading the scrolls. “Are ya sure this planet actually exists?” “I’m pretty sure.” ...

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“Finding a Navigator” by McKade Kerr

***NOTE: This story is a prequal/backstory to the previous two stories I've submitted ('Alien Pictures' and 'The Painted Candle'). They all make sense on their own, but if you like one of them you might enjoy reading the others too. Thanks, and enjoy!“Crap,” Finnian muttered to himself as he walked down another street that obviously was not where his graduation was being held. As frustrated as he was, he couldn’t help but chuckle at the irony of his situation. He had just completed his four-year training course to become a captain of his ver...

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“The Painted Candle” by McKade Kerr

Submitted to Contest #245

In the far reaches of the universe, a place of mystery and beauty that few dare to explore, a small spaceship carrying two adventurers soared by at hyper speed. Captain Finnian, the courageous space photographer, and his trusty assistant Quixly were back out in the galaxies once again. After coming home to glory and fame from their first photo expedition, they soon felt the gnawing hunger for travel that all adventurers know too well, so they said goodbye to their friends and families and took off once again in search of places rarely seen a...

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“Alien Pictures” by McKade Kerr

Submitted to Contest #244

Captain Finnian looked at the photo he took and smiled. Another great shot of a colorful nebula, or as Quixly liked to call them, ‘baby stars.’ There weren’t many photographers that had the privilege of traveling the universe for their art, and Captain Finnian felt very lucky every time he got to capture a new scene from space or on far off planets. “Did you get a good shot of ‘im, sir?” asked Quixly, his trusty alien assistant. Quixly had four arms, three eyes, and two antennae that could both hear and smell. His green skin pulled all the f...

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“Timely Toast” by McKade Kerr

Wow, this has been a crazy week. And I mean crazy! Not ‘Aunt Jemimah stopped by unexpectedly to visit’ crazy. Not even ‘fists started flying at our last book club when Uncle Henry said that Gary Larsen was a better writer than Jane Austin’ crazy, although that was pretty wild. No, this week was ‘time space continuum got all wacked up’ crazy, and somehow I got involved in trying to clean the whole thing up. But I’m getting ahead of myself now. Let me tell you how it all started. Exactly one week ago today (although if we’re being honest, it’s...

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“Look With Your Heart” by McKade Kerr

Submitted to Contest #242

Charles walked into the museum slowly, shuffling with his polished hardwood cane. He looked around and frowned.  Kids? He thought in disgust, looking at a family with three young children. Who on earth brings kids to an art museum!? Those inconsiderate, selfish people. They’ll ruin it for the rest of us! Charles, a longtime fan of the arts, (more accurately, a professional fan of the arts), knew that only the most refined, dignified, educated person could enjoy them. Having two PhD’s on the subject, he knew what art was. He kn...

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“Human Apocalypse” by McKade Kerr

Submitted to Contest #241

Ugh, not again. I hate it when this happens. I could feel the knife penetrate deep in my back. It was sharp, most likely well maintained and cared for. It easily sliced through my flesh, stopping as it rammed into my spine, causing several fractures. And on the day I was wearing one of my nicest shirts too. How annoying. “Die, you horrible, ugly monster! Die die die!” yelled the man behind me. I turned around and faced him. “You don’t have to yell, I’m standing right here.” I reached around my back, removing the blade slowly, trying no...

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