Harlan Covington

Millie smoothed her dress over her hips before the mirror, dabbed rosy lipstick onto her lips, then fluffed

The Most Important Man In early November, the cold set in abruptly. A stinging sleet fell from the sky

**A Bouquet of Daisies in November** Emily tightened her dressing gown and stepped to the window.

She Helped a Homeless Man in the Rain — 14 Years Later, He Walked Onto Her Stage On a chilly winter afternoon

“Thanks, Mum, for the Gift” Emily steps out of her terraced house and pauses to admire the

**One Step from Happiness** Olivia had always been pretty—petite, fair-haired, with a lovely figure and

In September, a new girl named Elsie joined the class. She was so delicate and fragile, like a wisp of

The Grey Mouse Abigail peeked out the window. Little kids were playing in the park, their mums chatting

Vera woke feeling unsteady. Snow fell heavily beyond the window. She was glad she’d gone to the

The Fateful Ski Trail The wheels of the suburban train clattered rhythmically against the rails as it