The air crackled with unspoken wishes as young Stevie clutched her brother Elliot’s hand, the dim light of their shared bedroom casting long, dancing shadows on the wall. Their parents, though loving, didn’t quite understand their need for adventure, for a family that truly saw them. It was a night for dreams, for whispered hopes … Read more
The rustling of fallen leaves danced through the crisp Halloween air in the quiet town of Pinewood. Laughter echoed from houses adorned with spooky decorations as trick-or-treaters made their rounds. But beneath the festive veneer, a palpable unease festered, a darkness heralded by the chilling chime of bells. Young Max, a budding magician, felt it … Read more
The humid August air hangs thick over Shadyside, 1988. The pulsing beat of Bon Jovi echoes from a dimly lit gymnasium, transformed into a glittering “Night of Dreams” for the Shadyside High prom. A nervous energy crackles as Lori Granger adjusts her borrowed dress, practicing her practiced smile in the cracked reflection of her locker. … Read more