Read by: J.F. Penn
Language: English
Length: 22 minutes
Publisher: Curl Up Press
Release date: 2022-02-14
Is victory worth blood, sweat, and flame?
Cass blows glass for a living. But when she's not cranking out tourist pieces to pay the bills, she creates unique glass art with the dream of winning a prestigious award that might just change her life.
But Cass has a problem.
The heat and intensity of the glassblowing hot shop have damaged her eyesight - and time is running out.
She only has one chance left to win, and a rival artisan stands in her way - the trophies on his shelf testament to his enduring popularity.
When his son comes to work alongside Cass, she must make a choice that will change their lives.
A choice that will cost Blood, Sweat, and Flame.
A short story, set in the world of glassblowing, narrated by the author.