Return

Amy walked into the store, her handbag hanging from her shoulder and another bag dangling from her right hand.

“I want to return this.” She placed the package on the counter. … More Return

Borrowed Pages

As an ardent reader, Swapna found the library to be a second home. Her sister used to joke that she would’ve moved there permanently if the staff had allowed it.

It was true. Swapna could never resist a book—or the place that held them. That’s why she majored in Library and Information Science, hoping to spend her life among the books. … More Borrowed Pages

The Vacant House

“Who told you it’s empty? I saw light there last week,” chided little Mary.

“Everyone knows that house has been vacant for years, Mary.” Joe couldn’t believe the stories his sister came up with these days. For a five-year-old, she was quite creative.

“Stop lying, Mary,” scolded Joe. … More The Vacant House