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The Broken Pocket Watch – Chapter Three

Posted on May 5, 2017 by ashleymanningwriter

I spent the whole school day with my hand around my neck, just feeling the pocket watch. Knowing that no one else had one, wondering what I could do with this new power. If someone tried to cause a fight … Continue reading →

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Chapter Six

Posted on December 29, 2016 by ashleymanningwriter

I didn’t expect to see it when I got home. Him laying there in hospital, helpless. And we’re forced to go home and just wait. And then when I get home it’s there. Mocking me. Mocking him. I had a … Continue reading →

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Chapter Five

Posted on December 14, 2016 by ashleymanningwriter

My hands haven’t stopped shaking. I can’t believe I did it. I just reacted. Didn’t think he was a kid. Didn’t think. He was a kid, can’t believe it. He’s alive, at least. My flatmate made me hot chocolate, but … Continue reading →

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Chapter Four

Posted on November 9, 2016 by ashleymanningwriter

I was sitting at home, in front of the TV, bag of crisps in hand, when the phone rang. I wasn’t expecting it, and it was the land-line. That means two things, bad news or someone selling something. I swore … Continue reading →

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October – Chapter Two

Posted on November 2, 2016 by ashleymanningwriter

“Maybe we shouldn’t be doing this,” Troy says to Michael. “Why not?” “That girl died. It’s been all over the news. I think it was a clown, I don’t think this is funny anymore.” “Suit yourself. You don’t know for … Continue reading →

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