shortstory – Page 3 – C. A. Harland

The Incredible Adventures of Skycaptain Forethought

03/07/2015

The large silver serving platter functioned nicely as a makeshift shield. The automaton’s clockwork hand slammed against it, producing a resounding clang that echoed through the high ceilinged chamber. Skycaptain Forethought, the most renown and respected adventurer in the land, laughed from behind the platter-shield. Shoving back on it, he pushed the mechanical man away, … More The Incredible Adventures of Skycaptain Forethought

It Ain’t Easy Being Green

01/07/2015

“Nobody appreciates Celery,” the leafy green stalk moped. “I have many qualities, you know. I’m good in a salad, and soup. I go well with peanut butter, but all you ever hear is 95% water.” His voice became a high pitched whine at the end. “95% hot air, if you ask me,” Cauliflower muttered. Carrot … More It Ain’t Easy Being Green

The Truth About Poltergeists

18/06/2015

It’s no picnic being a creature of pure celestial intent. I followed Phil, my charge, into the living room and stood on the cat’s tail. The animal jumped and yowled. I flailed and my wing bumped a vase, knocking it over. More flailing and I bumped a lamp too. “Bollocks.” Phil lunged and steadied the … More The Truth About Poltergeists

Body Building

07/05/2015

When Doctor Frank saw the flyer on the back of the men’s locker room door he felt a sudden rush of excitement. He loved competitions, and this just happened to be something he excelled in. It would be foolish not to enter. Hurrying home, Doctor Frank went straight to his lab and pulled on his … More Body Building