Stories

The lens of the camera is shallow. It sees colour and shape. It gives the illusion of motion in two dimensions. It draws the light from the dark. In that space between lens and subject, between picture and reality, lies solitude.

Jonah lived in that solitude, content within its embrace.

Until Michael.

2006 Summer Anthology

Changed times need new thinking. Open minds. This applies anywhere and to anyone. Even to those who never thought it'd be their turn.

With just a few days to go before their cinema closes down, Ray and John try to recover some of its former glory.

This is a short written by my farmhand.
Its not beta'ed or editted.
But he asked me to post it.

For monsters, Halloween is like Christmas, and nothing ruins the holidays more than having to work fast food.

In 1720, Jack Rackham, also known as Calico Jack, was hanged for piracy. He left behind a son in Cuba, and a pregnant wife, Anne Bonny. The exact fate of Jack's son and wife remains unknown. The 1700's was a chaotic time for the Caribbean, but sometime in the middle of the century the Legend of Calico Jack resurfaced again.

Working at Merryweather's used to be a secure job. Now the weather market's been opened up, the competition from other companies is fierce.

Even the most difficult times are manageable with the help of someone you love, but without that person, what would you do?

This story has been edited and re-worked based on several comments I received when it initially posted. Please enjoy the new and improved version of Without You.

Jeff Fletcher is perfect for the job: he's experienced, knowledgeable, and basically does his manager's duties as it is. He's stunned, however, when his interview is over in mere minutes. Initially unable to determine what caused his interview to go more poorly than expected, Jeff begins to realize that there's underlying issues at play.

*Written in response to the July 2018 Newsletter Game: Pride Month Headline.