Stories written by Marichka Melnyk

The Specter of Smuta

It’s never been seen nor heard; yet everyone carries a subconscious fear of encountering it…

A Working Woman’s Story

In a country where you’re only allowed to speak in party slogans, it’s best to keep your mouth shut…

A Bird in Hand – A Thorny Choice for Ukraine

“Long live the servant of socialist construction, dear comrade Shakespeare!” — “Hurrah! Hurrah! Hurrah!”

(In)correct Ukrainians

The first Russian soldiers appeared in my village at dawn on February 25, 2022…

To Run Like a Rabbit, You Need Balls

“Show me your ticket!” the inspector’s thundering voice startled Masha out of her reverie…

An Albino Raven in the Museum of Soviet Values

One day in the life of a museum researcher …