The Scarecrow, the Snake, and
the Case of Internet Fame
Most people who watched the livestream put it on in the background… Some did it so they would not miss anything juicy…I didn’t understand that these were real people.
How was this ‘sticking by her man’? Nelson wonders as he skulks down the hospital hallway.
There is something about family photographs… that most visitors, those who do not know the family intimately, would never notice.
“What’s the story on George Friday?” Lucy asks. She whispers her question even though there won’t be any customers for another hour.
I felt a little sick. I thought of tossing the journal into the trash, but instead returned it to the shelf…I never told her I’d read it.
by Steven Fromm
She caught a flash in her rearview mirror. It was a police car, with lights strobing white and red and blue.
Viv attempted to take it up with me directly. This is required by the Employee Handbook … If you have a problem with someone, talk to them face-to-face.
by Lisa Trumble
“Why are you poking at that?” Jamie called out. She was both worried and fascinated to see her niece so enamored with stabbing.
Why haven’t I heard from her? …All she has to do is respond with an ok. I would even settle for a thumbs-up emoji.
by Shi Quan Yap
Was that what this was? An opportunity knocking on his door? At this age?
BONUS STORY from the annals of history!
In addition to the fabulous stories and plays from our contributing authors, every issue of The Lemonwood Quarterly offers readers one lesser-known piece plucked from years gone by, very much worth revisiting with contemporary eyes. We are pleased to bring you:
by Kate Chopin
“You should not ask indiscreet questions, my dear young lady,” answered the mystified old gentleman, as he bowed and walked away.
Read about the amazing contributors to the Lemonwood Quarterly’s Winter 2026 Issue!