Brittany van der Merwe

Brittany van der Merwe is an emerging Canadian poet and aspiring author. Her poem "The Storm" won the annual Dr. Schemenauer Award in 2020. She is currently pursuing publication of her other works including short stories, a poetry anthology, and a small series of children's books.

Keepers of the Light

“Hurry.” She spoke softly, her demeanor quiet yet emphatic as she stared into the horizon. He slipped on his remaining boot and stood, joining her in the doorway, eyes squinting towards the focal point. A winter storm loomed portentously.
“Well, let’s get moving then.” Warm breath and a quiet fear chased his words and hung in the late October air for a fleeting moment before dissipating.
Long Short Story
Issue 53

Brittany van der Merwe

Brittany van der Merwe is an emerging Canadian poet and aspiring author. Her poem "The Storm" won the annual Dr. Schemenauer Award in 2020. She is currently pursuing publication of her other works including short stories, a poetry anthology, and a small series of children's books.

Keepers of the Light

“Hurry.” She spoke softly, her demeanor quiet yet emphatic as she stared into the horizon. He slipped on his remaining boot and stood, joining her in the doorway, eyes squinting towards the focal point. A winter storm loomed portentously.
“Well, let’s get moving then.” Warm breath and a quiet fear chased his words and hung in the late October air for a fleeting moment before dissipating.
Long Short Story
Issue 53
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