I chose to call this story "Kicking Around" only because it's got the double-meaning thing going on, with the laid-back hiking/climbing motif, and the fact that Bigfoot crushes his victims into a ball before he kicks 'em into oblivion. Get it? Kicking A Round? (Another suggested title was "Meatballs," which I also think would've worked.)
What can I say? I like to reward readers who pay attention to the small stuff.
Some of my beta readers commented on how gruesome it was, saying the story stuck with them long after they read it. I have to admit, this was never my intention. I've always wanted to write a Bigfoot story, and as I was writing it I kept asking myself "What would make this stand out from every other Bigfoot story that's been written? Maybe I should make him act like a savior? And face down a bear? Oh yeah, that'd be cool!"
And then the story just kind of unraveled from that point on. (Much like a certain bear flying carefree through the air, I suppose...)
Liked the story? Any chance of clicking that star down below? Maybe? (Please?) :) Or a comment! I LOVE comments! Seriously!
Of course, if you really liked the story and want the full collection (without waiting for each installment), you'll find the entire Snapdragon anthology over at Amazon or anywhere else eBooks are sold.... (those who purchase the full ebooks are in for a surprise at the end... just sayin'...)
Again, thanks for reading!
- Jack
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Kicking Around (Completed!)
HorrorA weekend hike in the woods soon spins out of control when a tall, dark stranger comes out to play. (Note: He's also hairy... Just FYI...)
