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John Rafanelli

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The Heart's Desire

Submitted to Contest #292

**This story contains explicit language, violence, and gore. Cosmic Wonders is the very last storefront on Main Street in the quiet town of August Cove, Long Island. Its exterior is pristine to match the eloquent small boutiques that line the town's square, however the inside is a clutter of ancient and often mysterious items. The antique store has been around for almost twenty years. Clint Quirtly, the eccentric owner, has become a local legend of sorts. He’s quirky, light hearted, mysterious, and energetic. With his long white straggly hai...

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Ghosts of Winter Future

Submitted to Contest #281

** Sensitive language, and harm to children. ‘Winterfest’ was always a special holiday for the people of Augusta Cove, Long Island. A small bay town, where everyone knows everyone, all their happy memories along with all of their dark secrets. The yearly festival was a great place to set aside your grievances, and enjoy the magical winter holiday together, as a community. December 19th, 1999, may be one of the town's most memorable holiday festivals, and not for a good reason. It was the day Rory Falco was murdered. The town spent th...

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Capital Punishment: The Game Show

Submitted to Contest #280

*** contains curse words “Helloooo America, are you ready for Capital Punishment?” An eccentric man screams into a gold plated microphone. He’s standing on a vibrant stage in front of a live studio audience.The audience uproars with excitement and glee. “Okay, okay everyone,” the charismatic person continues, calming everyone down. “I’m your host Felix Baldwin.” His silver hair is slicked back. He's the prototypical attractive and cheesy game show host.“Ohh Sandra,” he calls out, extending his arm to the curtain behind him. The crowd go...

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Crushed

Submitted to Contest #277

CW: Strong languageMyles Bailey lays on a white slab in a hospital gown. A nurse approaches. “Hello Mr. Bailey, I’m Holly.”“Hey Holly, I’m Myles,” he responds.She slides him into a white hollow cylinder. He lays still for a second. “It may feel a little claustrophobic in there, but not to worry.” He does feel a little claustrophobic. “The sedatives should kick in shortly.” Myles smiles as Holly continues, “All of your vitals are good, so this should only take an hour or so.” He nods. “And if you need us, click that little white button on you...

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