
Roads and Revelations
When Leilani finds herself at a major crossroads in her life, she takes a chance by reaching out to
Arts/Music, Romance, Short Story T. Albright 104 16th Feb, 2025
For Theresa, more is riding on this Valentine’s Day than the state of her heart. She’s entrusted the fate of her struggling stationary store to the new craze for handmade Valentine’s Day cards. Once a passionate artist, now all her focus is on making cards that people want to buy so she can keep her shop afloat for another week.
But Theresa has also been secretly working on a Valentine’s Day card for her sweetheart Susan, to finally express the depths of her affection. When her project goes awry, Theresa’s insecurities surface and threaten to ruin their evening. Will Theresa find the words to voice what’s in her heart?
Petals and Paper is a short sapphic romance about a burned-out artist, a sweet flower seller, and the Valentine’s Day gift that brings them together.