Author: Harlan Covington
One evening, Emily Whitaker placed the last marked exercise book on top of the pile at the edge of her desk.
A Seaside Town Evening settled over the small coastal town. Autumn hadn’t quite made itself known yet—only
The Suitcase on Wheels “Mum, I’m grown up now. Can’t I do what I want for once?”
She dreamed of the sea… Every month, Emily tucked away a bit of her salary for a holiday.
A Handful of Blackcurrants Emma hadn’t made much fuss about Christmas this year. Her daughter, Sophie
**The Blue Vein** How Nicholas adored her. He’d lose his mind over her, standing beneath her window late
**Second Chance** Margaret Elizabeth was an ordinary grandmother, with her flaws and weaknesses.
Forget About Her, Mate Early on a Sunday morning, the ringing shattered Andrew’s peaceful slumber.
The meter of happiness was running at a festive rate. “Thanks, Mum,” said Jeremy, stretching
**A Fair Bargain** Margaret was slipping away slowly and painfully. Her body, exhausted from endless









