June 4, 2022

A Crack in the Darkness

What armor will I wear today – a Zumba dance on You Tube
June 3, 2022

Wolfskin

Out of the undying forest they came, walking with power and resolve, pleased to enjoy a brief sojourn with the living.
June 1, 2022

The MockingOwl Roost Special Issue: The Sleeper of R’Lyeh

Today, we're thrilled to publish a unique, special issue of the MockingOwl Roost - our first special issue.

Enjoy the stunning artwork of The Mad Artist (Derek Roper) and the writings inspired by the work, coming from the MockingOwl Roost staff.

May 31, 2022

Positivity Corner: A Heating Pad for Comfort

The heating pad, a simple thing that costs $20 turned into a source of comfort, an almost emotional therapy tool as when I couldn’t sleep because of a troubled heart.
May 30, 2022

STOP PLEASE!

If rockets are launched, our lives will be measured in heartbeats Will we even feel the white wind’s touch
May 28, 2022

It Was a Good Plan…And Then The World Spun Upside Downby Mark Stevens

Mark’s first-person style writing connects us with the individual life stories while gently reminding us of our humanitarian responsibilities
May 28, 2022

Torqued Ellipse

Tortured, elliptical wheel of time, bucking along in its rut,
May 27, 2022

Jormungand, Part 3

“The fool! He’s trying to escape through the dragon enclosures! After him!” Zimmerman shouted. He raised his rifle and prepared to fire.
May 27, 2022

Fly Girl by Ann Hood

Ann takes us through the highs and lows of training. She highlights the impact of the unions and deregulation of airlines. The life lessons learned.
May 21, 2022

Prayer to Those Above

Our lives are too brief to be taken before we find you hovering near...
May 20, 2022

Jormungand, Part 2

Pembroke stood speechless for a moment, and then muttered, “Amazing. . . turning animals into dragons. But why?”
May 13, 2022

Jormungand, Part 1

The raucous singing that filled the Badger Arms pub rang in Colin Pembroke’s ears, as if an orchestra was playing in his head...