UNBURIED

 

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UNBURIED

The nights are chill

the days, hotter than hell

my bones ache

all due to a pesky snake

and the soil is never dry

at least there are no more flies

but the comfort of a grave

it’s all so depraved

to be unburied

but it’s definitely better than being married!

Muhahahahaha!

YRS © 2024

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

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Welcome to the WEP Halloween Flash Fiction Challenge

 

1. SUBMIT your Direct Link between October 1st and October 16th
2. POST your edited entry, making sure 'WEP' is in the TITLE along with the badge.
3. STATE feedback preferences
4. READ other entries, giving positive feedback. Refresh on WEP Critique Page.
5 SHARE THE CHALLENGE on social media. 

PLEASE NOTE: ENTRIES CLOSE October 16th (NY Time - check WEP blog clock)

ALL GENRES WELCOME except erotica - 1,000 words maximum 

FURTHER ENQUIRIES VISIT writeeditpublishnow.blogspot.com and leave a comment or: email: yolandarenee@hotmail.com or any of the admins with your questions.

1.	Denise Covey	8.	J Lenni Dorner	15.	Roland R Clarke
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3.	Renee Poem 2	10.	Pat Garcia	17.	Hilary Melton-Butcher
4.	Renee Poem 3	11.	Beth Camp	18.	L.G. Keltner
5.	Roland Yeomans	12.	DONNA HOLE	19.	Bernadette Braganza
6.	Nilanjana Bose	13.	Olga Godim
7.	C. Lee McKenzie	14.	Christopher Scott

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DAY "29" OF THE HAUNTING

 

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SIREN'S SONG

I hear the siren's song and long to be in my lover's arms.

She haunts me on land and sea. Beautiful, sultry, and true. Kisses that taste of honey. A body that gives all and more.

The siren tempts my soul with sweet promises, the serenity of a tropical island. Blue skies, fruit, and fish prepared just so and vows that she'll always be at my sexual beck-n-call.

However, I've heard a rumor. Once my beauty's satisfied, I'll be put out to pasture until dinner's next call.

Seriously, though, I'm wholly against being on the menu after just one ball.

100 words

Yolanda Renee ©

MUHAHAHAHA

May not be Hallowe'eny

but then again

Siren's eat men

case made

wouldn't you say?

 

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HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

DAY "26" OF THE HAUNTING

 

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Don't Judge

These items belong to me

do they frighten thee

you should see my collection of knives

but hey, I'm like most housewives

with just a hint of horror

although my hobby most abhor

the exploration of black magic

gives me such a kick

if death does occur

well, it's doesn't deter

it's something I can fix

with the help of the demon Stix

if I give her the soul,

the human begins to droll

in essence, they're back

it's no hack

works every time

no harm, no crime

where do you think

ghouls are made

but I must admit

the numbers have climbed

all these soulless influencers

are truly the offense

maybe it makes sense

to call all those

narcissistic ghouls back home

no more to roam.

MUHAHAHAHA

***

Yolanda Renée © 2023

 

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HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

DAY "23" OF THE HAUNTING

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THE FOG

The fog is gathering again. Evil lives in its depths. And I know I'm a victim. Last Halloween, while on my way home, the car suddenly stopped. I had plenty of gas, and the battery was new. But no matter what I did, the damn thing wouldn't start.

A mile yet to go. I could do that. I'd be home in fifteen minutes. I gathered my belongings. Right before stepping out of the car, I saw the fog. It was approaching fast. Blowing in waves like thick smoke pushed by an otherworldly wind. There was no breeze, but watching it move belied that.

I locked the car door and ran home. My heel caught and broke. I kicked my shoes off and continued barefoot. Superstition about the fog urged me forward.

But something grabbed me from behind. I was at his mercy.

A knife slashed my cheek. I kicked backward and somehow got free. I raced to the door, key in hand, and I was inside just as the fog reached my porch. The clock chimed midnight.

I was bloody, but I was alive. And the fog had disappeared.

Tonight, a year later, it's Halloween once again.

The temperature keeps dropping, and the fog has surrounded my house. Death's come to finish the job.

The chill of fear brittles my bones. I close the curtains, check all the locks, and return to the dining room to ensure the patio door is double-locked. But I'd already done that several times. I was on edge, unable to think straight. Terror had me in its talons.

As the clock began the countdown to midnight, I breathed a sigh of relief. But then noticed the fog seeping in from every crevice. Even locked doors wouldn't keep death out. He's come for me again. I ran to the bathroom shower and turned on the cold water. Surly, cold water will kill the fog and keep me safe. Just a few more chimes till midnight…

     The next morning:

"That psycho slasher has struck again," the police officer tells the detective as he walks into my house.

~~**~~

350 Words

Yolanda Renée © 2023

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HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

DAY "10" OF THE HAUNTING

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Crazy Faces

A bit silly, you say

but give crazy its sway

there are many ways

to receive my gift

not all are so thrilling

many quite chilling

becoming a goon

howling at the moon

seeing ghosts

watch out

fangs could mark your host

a wart on the nose

belies the hostess with the most

deranged, totally insane

is our sweet plain Jane

but this time of the year

everyone's a bit queer

get ready, dear friends

for all that Halloween portends.

MUAHAHAHAHA!

***

Yolanda Renée © 2023

 

JOIN US ON OCTOBER 18 – 20

FOR ALL YOUR

HALLOWEEN FUN

FLASH FICTION, POETRY, NON-FICTION, PHOTO ESSAYS...
POST OCTOBER 18th - 20th

1. SUBMIT your name and URL to the list below starting October 18th to the 20th
2. POST your entry according to October's prompt "PHANTOM OF THE OPERA"
3. USE WEP in your Title and the Poster on your page. Post your word count.
4. STATE feedback preferences and give positive feedback as requested. See WEP Critique Page.
5. SHARE THE CHALLENGE on social media. Tweets are ready on the WEP blog.

Open to all genres - 1000 words maximum 

Email Denise or another team member if you have more questions:

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2.	Yolanda Renee	8.	Roland R Clarke	14.	J Lenni Dorner
3.	Olga Godim	9.	Pat Garcia	15.	Ornery Owl (the ornery one)
4.	Nilanjana Bose	10.	Jemi Fraser	16.	Hilary Melton-Butcher
5.	Beth Camp	11.	Sonia Dogra	17.	Damyanti Biswas
6.	Kalpana M	12.	Jamie of uniquely maladjusted but fun

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XXX

DAY "8" OF THE HAUNTING

 

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Oh, The Fun!

The days count down

my numbers increase

my smile lengthens

and yours decrease

are the signs getting to you

am I making a dent

it's the month of evil

my haven

cheer up, dear one

see what you've won

dancing bones

rotting flesh

or burning alone?

MUAHAHAHAHA!

***

Yolanda Renée © 2023

 

JOIN US ON OCTOBER 18 – 20

FOR ALL YOUR

HALLOWEEN FUN

FLASH FICTION, POETRY, NON-FICTION, PHOTO ESSAYS...
POST OCTOBER 18th - 20th

1. SUBMIT your name and URL to the list below starting October 18th to the 20th
2. POST your entry according to October's prompt "PHANTOM OF THE OPERA"
3. USE WEP in your Title and the Poster on your page. Post your word count.
4. STATE feedback preferences and give positive feedback as requested. See WEP Critique Page.
5. SHARE THE CHALLENGE on social media. Tweets are ready on the WEP blog.

Open to all genres - 1000 words maximum 

Email Denise or another team member if you have more questions:

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1.	Denise Covey	7.	Shilpa Gupte	13.	Christopher Scott
2.	Yolanda Renee	8.	Roland R Clarke	14.	J Lenni Dorner
3.	Olga Godim	9.	Pat Garcia	15.	Ornery Owl (the ornery one)
4.	Nilanjana Bose	10.	Jemi Fraser	16.	Hilary Melton-Butcher
5.	Beth Camp	11.	Sonia Dogra	17.	Damyanti Biswas
6.	Kalpana M	12.	Jamie of uniquely maladjusted but fun

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DAY "5" OF THE HAUNTING

 

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26 DAYS

Our specialty is the scare

so please beware

we never offer a treat

don't make me repeat

it's not about candy

or whatever's handy

Halloween

and the days before

are all about the scare

terror's our goal

goosebumps galore

scream, scream, scream

that's our dream

prepare now

only 26 days

until our evil ways

give  you the fright

of your life!

MUAHAHAHAHA!

***

Yolanda Renée © 2023

 

JOIN US ON OCTOBER 18 – 20

FOR ALL YOUR

HALLOWEEN FUN

WEP - OCTOBER CHALLENGE

FLASH FICTION, POETRY, NON-FICTION, PHOTO ESSAYS...
POST OCTOBER 18th - 20th

1. SUBMIT your name and URL to the list below starting October 18th to the 20th
2. POST your entry according to October's prompt "PHANTOM OF THE OPERA"
3. USE WEP in your Title and the Poster on your page. Post your word count.
4. STATE feedback preferences and give positive feedback as requested. See WEP Critique Page.
5. SHARE THE CHALLENGE on social media. Tweets are ready on the WEP blog.

Open to all genres - 1000 words maximum 

Email Denise or another team member if you have more questions:

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2.	Yolanda Renee	8.	Roland R Clarke	14.	J Lenni Dorner
3.	Olga Godim	9.	Pat Garcia	15.	Ornery Owl (the ornery one)
4.	Nilanjana Bose	10.	Jemi Fraser	16.	Hilary Melton-Butcher
5.	Beth Camp	11.	Sonia Dogra	17.	Damyanti Biswas
6.	Kalpana M	12.	Jamie of uniquely maladjusted but fun

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DAY "2 " OF THE HAUNTING

 

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Masquerade

Mawhahahahha

Bet you thought I forgot

my countdown to dawn

silly you

it's only day  two

soon the monsters arise

October 31st

will soon be upon us

don't hide your eyes

or forget my promise

a fright

a death

that final end

is upon us

shall we have fun

before all horror

befalls

how about a ball

a place all monsters crawl

a dance

a drink

before you fall.

MUAHAHAHAHA!

***

Yolanda Renée © 2023

 

JOIN US ON OCTOBER 18 – 20

FOR ALL YOUR

HALLOWEEN FUN

FLASH FICTION, POETRY, NON-FICTION, PHOTO ESSAYS...
POST OCTOBER 18th - 20th

1. SUBMIT your name and URL to the list below starting October 18th to the 20th
2. POST your entry according to October's prompt "PHANTOM OF THE OPERA"
3. USE WEP in your Title and the Poster on your page. Post your word count.
4. STATE feedback preferences and give positive feedback as requested. See WEP Critique Page.
5. SHARE THE CHALLENGE on social media. Tweets are ready on the WEP blog.

Open to all genres - 1000 words maximum 

Email Denise or another team member if you have more questions:

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2.	Yolanda Renee	8.	Roland R Clarke	14.	J Lenni Dorner
3.	Olga Godim	9.	Pat Garcia	15.	Ornery Owl (the ornery one)
4.	Nilanjana Bose	10.	Jemi Fraser	16.	Hilary Melton-Butcher
5.	Beth Camp	11.	Sonia Dogra	17.	Damyanti Biswas
6.	Kalpana M	12.	Jamie of uniquely maladjusted but fun

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"Abracadabra"

The 10th song for your

Halloween Party Playlist:

Photo by Rohan Makhecha on Unsplash

 "Abracadabra" by Steve Miller Band

https://youtu.be/OMvGkBdV_OU

"Abracadabra"

That story's told, but the WEP is still ahead. As inspiration, I hope you enjoyed my dance with the dead?

Death and destruction just a Halloween tale. A ghost story straight from Hell.

For the WEP. You choose - be King or Queen of your own fabulous dream.

This October challenge doesn't need to be scary. Love can also blossom among vampires, witches, or fairies.

Wait until you read my Thriller Story. There's no killing, no torture, nothing gory.

On Wednesday, my WEP story will be told, and all that week, I'm happy to host and read your magnificent posts.

100 words

Yolanda Renée © 2022

THRILLER

Halloween Party PlayList

"Bad Moon Rising" by Creedence Clearwater Revival

"Black Magic Woman" by Santana

"Man-Eater" by Hall & Oates

"Hungry Like A Wolf" by Duran Duran

"Monster Mash" by Bobby Pickett

"Welcome to my Nightmare" by Alice Cooper

"Don't Fear the Reaper" by Blue Oyster Cult

"I Put A Spell On You" by Annie Lennox

"Highway to Hell" by AC/DC

"Abracadabra" by Steve Miller Band

The Iconic "Monster Mash"

It's the last of September but our playlist continues.

As October is the month to fear!

The story will change but I've done all I can to make your Halloween Party a hit with ghost stories

and a playlist from Hell!

Our 5th song is the Iconic...

Photo by LexScope on Unsplash

 "Monster Mash" by Bobby "Boris" Pickett

https://youtu.be/bRLML36HnzU

***

PARTY TIME

Photo by Brian Wegman 🎃 on Unsplash

I hope you've survived this monstrous delight. And no demons or goblins have made you their fright.

That evil has found someone else to consume. You're inspired and ready for our challenge, come this full moon.

You've stories to tell, just remember you're not safe yet. Evil's just started. It's a sure bet.

It haunts throughout the year, but in October, WOW. The demons sure do love to howl.

Your best bet, be prepared, partake, and have fun.

Join the party, come dance, don't hide alone, and be careful of tricks. Post your stories at WEP for a Thriller mix!

100 Words

Yolanda Renee © 2022

***

Halloween Party PlayList

"Bad Moon Rising" by Creedence Clearwater Revival

"Black Magic Woman" by Santana

"Man-Eater" by Hall & Oates

"Hungry Like A Wolf" by Duran Duran

"Monster Mash" by Bobby Pickett

*****

The WEP Challenge is almost here!

THRILLER

"Hungry Like A Wolf"

Your next song on the Halloween Playlist! 

Duran Duran - "Hungry Like the Wolf"

https://youtu.be/oJL-lCzEXgI 

Wolf Photo by Geran de Klerk on Unsplash

HUNGRY LIKE A WEREWOLF

Werewolves are on the prowl. Hear their howl?

They love to eat, and you're a favorite meat.

A silver bullet through the heart will do it. Holy water? Not a chance. For this curse, there is no dance.

Once again, your life's in danger. Don't trust that handsome stranger.

Don't hide now. An invasion you can't allow.

Did you buy that gun? Melt the silver? Or do you plan to forage in the forest and drink from the river?

Will you hunt at night and howl at the moon?

For you, a werewolf's curse could be just the right tune!

100 Words

Yolanda Renee © 2022

***

Halloween Party PlayList

"Bad Moon Rising" by Creedence Clearwater Revival

"Black Magic Woman" by Santana

"Man-Eater" by Hall & Oates

"Hungry Like A Wolf" by Duran Duran

*****

Now I know you're ready!

It's almost October!

The WEP Challenge 

THRILLER

Zombie's Hungry but She's a "Man-Eater"

And the next record to add to your Halloween PlayList

"Man-Eater" by Hall & Oates

Photo by Robert Zunikoff on Unsplash

"Man-eater" by Hall & Oates

https://youtu.be/yRYFKcMa_Ek

***

"MAN-EATER"

Isn't she pretty! The man-eater!

Thought you were safe, but the undead began to rise. You passed a cemetery, and now they're after your hide.

How can you beat the walking dead? Beheading? A bullet to the head. Or hiding under the bed.

There is nowhere safe? Not on Earth, not when evil has full reign, and the zombies want your brain.

Maybe you can dress the part? Entertain the man-eater, show her your heart.

I've the perfect tune. After all, it's a full moon.

Get your costume, prepare for fun, or fall victim to the craze. It's only your soul you have to save.

     Photo by Mahdi Bafande on Unsplash

100 Words

Yolanda Renée © 2022

*****

Halloween Party PlayList

"Bad Moon Rising" by Creedence Clearwater Revival

"Black Magic Woman" by Santana

"Man-Eater" by Hall & Oates

***

I know you're almost ready.

For October's Fun!

The WEP Challenge 

THRILLER

Remember, it's all about fun!

"Black Magic Woman"

And the next record to add to your Halloween PlayList

 "Black Magic Woman" by Santana

https://youtu.be/9wT1s96JIb0

Photo by Stefano Ciociola on Unsplash

BLACK MAGIC

The Devil doesn't need magic. Do you? Protection from this new Hell on Earth. You only have to survive until November 1st. Then evil returns to its unholy home.

But for thirty-one days, you're exposed. Better find some of that old black magic, but what's the cost? Your firstborn, or are you forever lost?

She'll ask for the harshest. Can you make the sacrifice? Will you pay or take your chances as evil roams? Or sell what's precious to save your unworthy soul?

Better act fast. For this, consuming evil will last until the toll of midnight on October 31st.

100 Words

Yolanda Renée © 2022

Photo by Nurlan Imash on Unsplash

*****

Are you getting ready for the fun?

The WEP October Challenge 

THRILLER

Your Halloween Party PlayList:

"Bad Moon Rising" by Creedence Clearwater Revival

"Black Magic Woman" by Santana

***

Here is the link to the Thriller lyrics if you want more inspiration:

THRILLER

Remember, it's all about fun!

Photo by Daniel Lincoln on Unsplash

mWUha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l7fVfNCvwsA