March 31, 2022
Flash Fiction: A Short, Queer Story
With the recent passing of a local teen in the LGBTQ+ community, I wanted to highlight issues present in many queer people’s lives. This week, I have a story about casual homophobia and transphobia from loved ones.Through the WallI can hear what you say, did you know that? Your voice carries through the wall as if it’s not even there. You met my first girlfriend; you know what I am, and yet you say awful and hateful words against people like me. Each time this happens, my heart shatters, a glass dropped to the floor. I am left to pick up the shards all alone because you don’t know what I hear you say through the wall.
—Serenity Block, Flash Fiction Editor