Author: Elfmeister General

They Aren’t Kidding About Redheads “So, should I call Jeb for a ride?” Paul looked around the new Christmas village. She turned sharply. “I can drop you off.” “It’s so far out of your way.” He shrugged. “Maybe drop me … Continue readingThey Aren’t Kidding About Redheads

He’s The One Trilby was pushing a cart of books through the aisles of the university library with Marta by her side. “Well, how did it go?” “It was fine until he flipped out on Sarah.” Marta pushed her glasses … Continue readingHe’s The One

You’re The Boss 11/28/2023 Sarah knocked at the mayor’s door. “Maggie?” “Take a seat, kid.” She pointed at the chair in front of her ornate oak desk. She sat down and looked around the office. “I don’t know if Carol … Continue readingYou’re The Boss

I’m Craving Soft Gingerbread Marta unlocked the car. “Just put that on the seat.” “Marta, I—” “Put the food in the car. We’re going to walk over to Wentzel’s and enjoy the night air. Okay?” He nodded and complied. “Ready?” … Continue readingI’m Craving Soft Gingerbread

The Tandoori Grill “Hey, Vik. I brought you a new victim.” Marta said as the restaurateur approached. He smiled warmly. “Be nice, Ms. Kwock. Good evening, sirji. I am Vikram Patel. Welcome to the Tandoori Grill.” Ryan nodded and smiled. … Continue readingThe Tandoori Grill

Side Effects Carol pulled up beside Jeb’s pickup. The farmhouse was decked out in fairy lights and the porch posts were wrapped in a spiral of red tape to make them look like candy canes. Aundrea opened the door as … Continue readingSide Effects

The Chief Will See You Now Carol stepped into the bakery. The scents of holiday spice danced around the storefront. Phyllis was sliding a tray of cupcakes into the display cabinet. “Hey, Carol, be right with you.” “No hurry, Phyl.” … Continue readingThe Chief Will See You Now

Vingt Américain “So, what’s the plan?” Ryan looked over Bob’s shoulder. “Okay, so this one is going to be an arts and crafts workshop. Storyteller’s theater over there. Christmas cookie workshop over there. Santa’s photo studio and some other stuff … Continue readingVingt Américain

That Kiss 11/27/2023 Carol squinted at her phone. ‘7:15? So much for sleeping in.’ She swept to answer. “Maggie?” “Happy Cyber Monday, Carol. Take a peek at the photo I sent you and call me back.” “Maggie?” The line had … Continue readingThat Kiss

Phase II “Hey, kid.” Bob called out. “Can you give me a hand with this?” Ryan jogged over to the truck. “What can I do for you?” “This is a two-man deal. Grab that handle and we’ll slide it out.” … Continue readingPhase II