Conscientiously doing his duty, old Suresh was bent almost double as he stumbled along the platform, mechanically stroking his threadbare broom in front of him. He had a long peppery beard and wild...
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Words from the Wise
"Thanks so much for... such a wonderful, heart-wrenching story. I'd love to run The Confession for December. Fantastic ending! I think your new ending is absolutely brilliant...one of your strengths is describing the scene, and you did it fantastically. I hope you think so too. I love the "bereft of his beloved broom." Really sticks with us and brings us back to that moment we first met Suresh. ...This will be a great piece for you to add to your online/print collection. You've got a great, well-crafted story here! It's been a privilege to work on your piece."
Miranda Kopp-Filek
Editor
Writing Tomorrow
"Our editors enjoyed your piece; we feel it demonstrates considerable merit and skill."
Michelle Chitts
Editorial Intern
Griffith Review
"Some good images here"
Chris Heavener
Editor
Annalemma
"It's a distressing story told well"
Sandra Costich
Editor
American Scholar
"You have a knack for description."
Michael Latza
Editor
Willow Review
"You write with clarity, confidence, and a style that draws a reader into the unfolding tale wanting more of what you have to deliver. As soon as Suresh is introduced, the magic begins. (It) is a good story."
Gabrielle DePlancher
Editor
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