“Backscatter”
The story chronicles the story of a grieving mother turned ghost hunter. It was shortlisted for december Magazine’s Curtis Johnson Prize. You can read the issue in which it appeared here.
"Artifacts Worth Saving"
"Artifacts Worth Saving" was shortlisted for Green Mountain Review's Neil Shepard Prize in Fiction. This story explores the artifacts--both literal and metaphorical--that we hold onto or choose to forget. You can read the story here.
"Perennial"
“Perennial” is a flash fiction story about a young woman who finds community in an unexpected source: an urban coven. The story was published in Beacon Quarterly, and you can access the issue here.
“A Diminished Chord”
“A Diminished Chord” is a speculative retelling of The Scarlet Letter. It describes a world in which women’s voices have literally been silenced. You can read the story here.
“Prospecting”
“Prospecting” is a flash piece about the threat of predatory behavior that frequently looms over women. You can read the story here.
“Learning to Ration”
“Learning to Ration” depicts a world in which people’s emotions are regulated similar to the way in which certain supplies were rationed during World War II. You can listen to a recording of the story here.
"Phasing Out"
"Phasing Out" is a speculative story that takes place in a near-future America in which appearances rule all and the aging process is criminalized. You can read the excerpt here.