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Created By D.R. Copeland
Deadly Delusions is a suspense/thriller magazine that produces quality fiction, with eight issues per year, including two special editions, one for Halloween and one for the New Year. We currently offer editions in digital and print format.
Release dates: June 1, August 1, October 1, December 1, February 1, April 1. Special Editions: Halloween Issue– October 1 New Year’s Issue – January 1
Deadly Delusions Magazine is for entertainment purposes only. All content is fictional and not based on any actual person, persons or true event. Any similarities are strictly coincidental. All images are courtesy of freeimages.net.
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Dedication This issue of Deadly Delusions is dedicated to Vicki, with love.
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Deadly delusion: a false belief that is unaffected despite reason, facts or evidence to the contrary, resulting in an unforeseen, deadly experience.
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The Bliss Murders By D. R. Copeland
Mary stared blankly at the T.V., compulsively twirling her long golden curls. With more pressing concerns on her mind, she wasn’t paying attention to what was flashing across the screen. She knew the answer would be no, but she looked over at her Aunt Jenny anyway and asked, “Aunt Jenny, I really need to get some air. Please, I know you worry about me, but I just want to take a short walk to clear my head. I’ll be fine. Can I, please?” “Mary, why don’t I take a walk with you?” she finally replied, after taking several sips from her glass of chardonnay. “After what
happened to your parents, I can’t help but worry and I
don’t want you out all by yourself.” “You’re right.” Mary knew there was no sense in pushing it. Aunt jenny wasn’t about to let her go out. “You know, actually I am a little tired. Maybe tomorrow we can go out for a while.” “You got a deal. I’m a little tired myself....
Mary, I know it’s been a harrowing week for you, and I want you to know, I’m here for you, anytime.” “Thanks Aunt Jenny.” Mary went to her bed, pretending to go to sleep, as she patiently waited for Aunt Jenny to pass out.
She giggled as Henry’s eyes filled with horror.
It was inevitable after Jenny consumed nearly the entire bottle of chardonnay. She needed to get out of there. Mary knew he was watching her, waiting to catch her alone. From the elegant bay windows of the hotel suite, the tall threatening figure lurked outside, trying to hide his presence behind trees, cars, and buildings. She needed to take care
of this this, of him. Finally! Mary thought as she heard the obnoxious snoring coming from the bed next to hers. She covered her tiny figure with a black t-shirt and jean skirt, and slipped her feet into the tennis shoes. Grabbing her backpack, she quietly slipped out of the hotel room, determined to get out. She ran across the weakly lit parking lot of Meyers Inn, and made her way to the park across the street. The clouds began to turn gray as lightning cut through the evening sky. A strong aroma of rain consumed the unusually warm autumn evening. As she walked towards the iron bench hidden among the elm trees, she noticed the man approaching her in a suspicious manner.
Deadly Delusions Magazine It was nearly 80 degrees outside yet the man wore a sweat jacket with the hood pulled over his head, partially blocking his face. Mary didn’t stop or slow down. She wasn’t about to do that. She knew exactly who it the man was, it was Henry Mason. Although she never personally met him, she had seen him around over the years. Her adrenaline pumping and heart racing, she finally met him face to face. “Mary, I need to talk to you.” Henry said cautiously, not knowing how she would react. “I need you to know I had nothing to do with what happened to your parents. I swear....” Before he could finish, Mary pulled out a sharp surgical scalpel from the pocket of her jean skirt and stabbed the man in the groin. She giggled as Henry’s eyes filled with horror. “Why? Why are you doing this?!” Henry screamed out, moving his hands down to cover the injured area. “Because I can, you idiot.” Mary replied in an unusually, calm matter as she raised the scalpel one last time and jabbed it in to his neck. Her bold, blue eyes twinkled with captivation. She enjoyed watching the life drain out of his body. How exhilarating, she thought! She pulled out the broach her Mother gave her held it in her opposite hand. It was a good luck charm of sorts. She was reluctant to leave the scene, fascination withstanding, but knew it was time to go. Mary grabbed the backpack stuffed with extra clothing and quickly cleaned up in the park facility, then made her way back to the hotel room. Alibi set.
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Parts 2-3 in the current issue, (Formerly, “The Evolution of Mary”,)
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Her Revenge By Kimberly Brown Walking up that beaten path It's enough to make me laugh The bitter memories flood my mind Time had started to unwind You beat me down Down to the ground Feeling like a man As I lay bruised under your hand
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No one would believe How you make me want to heave But, now the memories fade away As I remember the day A smile creeps upon my lips And with a sway of my hips I turn around, done remembering the day The day, I took your life away
From everyone at Deadly Delusions Magazine, Have a safe and happy Halloween!
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