Tag Archives: short story

Love to the Rescue (Mini Romance), Part 1

Posted on May 15, 2023 by Monica

Lorinda sunk down in the bus stop bench. It had been a long day at work and all she wanted to do was go home. She was looking forward to a hot soup dinner and a good book, followed by … Continue reading →

Posted in Fiction, Mini-Romance | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

Opening the Door to Love (Mini Romance)

Posted on May 1, 2023 by Monica

“How’s your love life these days, dear?” Katie stared over the top of her tea mug at her mother.  She was sipping her coffee, eyes cast down, her other hand playing with her spoon, spinning it gently on the table. … Continue reading →

Posted in Fiction, Mini-Romance | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

30 Candles and Love (Mini Romance)

Posted on April 3, 2023 by Monica

“I hate birthdays,” Ciara muttered to herself as she ripped down one more copy of Annette’s invitation on the wall. The sign said, “Ciara is 30 years old today. Come celebrate with us at The Pub in the Basement tonight … Continue reading →

Posted in Fiction, Mini-Romance | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

Li’l Shop of Hope . . . and Love (Mini Romance)

Posted on March 20, 2023 by Monica

Calista rushed around behind the counter. In the lull between the time following lunch and the after-school rush, she had to get her supply restocked. Pretzels to make, dipping sauces to replenish, and she had to retrieve more cups from … Continue reading →

Posted in Fiction, Mini-Romance | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

Flying High for Love (Mini Romance)

Posted on February 20, 2023 by Monica

Sara blinked away the blinding sun. The last thing she remembered was climbing the tree to retrieve Mindy’s kite. She and Mindy, who was 10, were spending the afternoon in the park flying the kites. When Mindy’s kite went off … Continue reading →

Posted in Fiction, Mini-Romance | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

In the Springtime of Love (Mini Romance)

Posted on February 6, 2023 by Monica

In my 50’s and solo, I know that love is a young woman’s game. The stars we reach for in youth elude us when we grow tired and unsentimental. But when the pull of nostalgia rises, as it so often … Continue reading →

Posted in Fiction, Mini-Romance | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

Introducing a New Feature – Mini Romances

Posted on December 26, 2022 by Monica

If you love romance . . . if you love the joy that new love promises . . . if you are fascinated by the possibilities of what can happen after an initial meeting between potential lovers . . . … Continue reading →

Posted in Fiction, Mini-Romance | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment