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 Pleased to share the news that I had a drabble published yesterday at 101words.org

Do please have a read, and leave a comment, or Tweet, or share. Many thanks.


'Pain lances through her chest, stealing her breath. Foolish to be exerting herself like this, but damn the doctor’s orders.' Read More Here

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