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Glen V C Kirby's Fantasy journal, where he will read and review fantasy fiction novels, whilst also writing and reading his own flash fiction inspired from his reads.

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The second flash fiction story I have written, which runs parallel with my book review marathon.

Titled: The Gods Blessing by Glen V C Kirby

Where a goddess blesses a mortal who has the same bearing as her late lover. She is told by the leader of her council to remove it so mortals can be free, without manipulation.

www.glenvckirby.com

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