David Henson

David Henson and his wife have lived in Brussels and Hong Kong and now reside in Illinois. His work has been selected for Best Microfictions 2025, nominated for four Pushcart Prizes, Best of the Net, and two Best Small Fictions. His writings have appeared in various journals including Bright Flash Literary Journal, Literally Stories, Ghost Parachute, Moonpark Review, and Maudlin House. Visit his website and find him on X.

The Girl from Hollywood
The Underside of the Leaf

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