Tag Archives: Magic

The Truth About Unicorns

Posted on April 8, 2020 by EagleAye

When magic returned to the world in 2042, many things took getting used to. For instance, Hannah rode upon a winged unicorn as she approached the boat dock. Even more, the unicorn talked. “It’s true,” said Rainfly, her unicorn. “No … Continue reading →

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Magic Boots

Posted on May 16, 2018 by EagleAye

Norton’s clothes were dusty and worn out. He was tired. He took his boots off and dipped his feet in the creek to cool off. Old Sheriff Tillerson didn’t abide no hobos. “Those boots look wore out,” he said. “Yeah, … Continue reading →

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Unsightly Hair Growth

Posted on February 21, 2018 by EagleAye

Mireya the young witch desired the Woodsmith’s son, Bryce. One day she learned that he admired long lustrous hair. So during the full moon she planted a magical seed. The flower grew and bloomed, but in the morning the petals … Continue reading →

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Quick! Run Away!

Posted on February 10, 2018 by EagleAye

Massimo met Lilliana by accident at a cafe. They chatted happily over mochas. Lilliana’s eyes were like the sky in spring, her laughter like the song of birds. Massimo fell madly in love with her. Soon she had to leave. … Continue reading →

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Impractical Magic

Posted on January 24, 2018 by EagleAye

Chief Inspector Dawkins pointed to the decrepit building. “There’s a sorcerer in there. Mayor Cranston wants us to arrest him.” “What did he do?” said Inspector Poole. “It took some investigating to get the truth.” “So…?” “Turns out, Cranston’s mistress … Continue reading →

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The Exchange

Posted on December 19, 2017 by EagleAye

Darius Green sighed as walked through the Science Museum. Another dinosaur hunting season passed without a significant fossil find. All he discovered was an unusually polished blue rock. Idly, he imagined it was magical, but that was silly. Walking beside … Continue reading →

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Magic Sunglasses

Posted on September 26, 2017 by EagleAye

The sunglasses has done their work. Eva had met Brad several months earlier and he, not unexpectedly, fell in love with her. That was all well and good, but would he love her without the magic glasses? In the weeks … Continue reading →

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Modern Fable

Posted on September 12, 2017 by EagleAye

Monique visited the Indian cultural festival alone. Phil wouldn’t go to it, or any festival. Inside the auditorium, she met Anup, who was selling flowers. “These aren’t just any flowers,” explained Anup. “They’re magical!” “How so?” smirked Monique. Magic? Right! … Continue reading →

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Lifelike

Posted on August 29, 2017 by EagleAye

Sandy Bertram, curator at the Museum of Art, led Chief Occult Detective Weinberger to the site. The sculpture looked like a large white ring. Three arrows were embedded inside it, and blood streamed from the wounds. Bertram said, “Any idea … Continue reading →

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True Magic

Posted on July 28, 2017 by EagleAye

Maureen sat down with a sigh outside of a Turkish cafe in New York. A street performer saw her and immediately recognized a tourist. “I am Vasile Karetskya!” he bowed. “One of only 1,313 True Magicians in the entire world. … Continue reading →

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