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A Patrol in the Woods. Runner-Up in Mismatch Challenge.
Sometimes, life’s problems can’t be solved with a glass slipper. Sometimes, you need a Nightingale. Or so our billboards proudly stated at every inn, city gate, and causeway that saw any sort of hoof traffic. Matter of fact, I came up with that slogan based on a previous assignment involving a sexual deviant and a very impractical piece of footgear, but you’d never know it considering the distinct lack of royalty checks my pigeons have brought me.
By Stephen A. Roddewigabout a month ago in Fiction
Fumblin' About in the Dark. Content Warning.
“’Ere, Jimmy; switch the fucking light on, won’t cha?” “Ay, it’s dark in ‘ere and all, eh Harry?” “Shut your fuckin’ trap, Sammy; if I wanted the opinion of an arsehole I would’ve stuck me ‘ead between my legs.”
By Bryan Pikeabout a month ago in Fiction
Lemonade Isn’t Meant for Wine Glasses
News flash, news flash! Come hear, one and all. For the upcoming spring and summer, you’ll want to be free to let loose and enjoy all the outdoor festivities. One thing, however, must be kept in mind. One thing must be known, above all else:
By Gabriel Shamesabout a month ago in Fiction
Before The Pizza Gets Cold. Content Warning.
“Pause… pause the film! That was the door.” “Good thing you heard, I wasn’t paying attention. Is it the pizza?” “’Course it’s the pizza, who else would it be at this time?”
By Megan Kingsburyabout a month ago in Fiction
Another Day. Content Warning.
“I don’t listen to Demon Squirrel Usurpers anymore.” “No?” “They remind me of you.” “THANKS.” “Not like that. Just... painful. You know? Fresh.”
By Scott A. Vancilabout a month ago in Fiction
“We’re Just Gym Teachers”. Top Story - January 2026.
”Let’s bring our coffee and sit over here.” ”Yeah, no one will miss me at my table.” ”Mine either. It’s not that I mind really. It’s just the way they talk together as if I’m not even there.”
By Rulam Dayabout a month ago in Fiction
Dream a Little Dream...
So is she really coming or are we just waiting around? She said she'll meet us here and she will. I'm just saying... What time did you say we'd be here?
By Paul A. Merkleyabout a month ago in Fiction
You Promised This Would Be the Last Question
“You promised this would be the last question.” “I did.” “Then ask it.” “I already have.” “That wasn’t a question.” “It wasn’t?”
By Sound and Spiritabout a month ago in Fiction
Going To The School Nurse In 1977
"Yes, we're having TV dinners tonight Frank." "I want Turkey Dinner, but I don't want the cranberry compote. Are you having the Salisbury Steak, Alice?"
By John R. Godwinabout a month ago in Fiction
Don’t Read It Out Loud
“Is this yours?” “No.” “It was on the printer.” “I didn’t print anything.” “It doesn’t have a header.” “Let me see.” “Don’t touch it yet.”
By Sound and Spiritabout a month ago in Fiction
Impulse Purchases
Impulse Purchases “Did you hear a scream?!” “Yes I was the one who screamed! A mouse just ran across the room from that cabinet!”aaA mouse!!”
By VJHDabout a month ago in Fiction
This Isn’t the First Time You’ve Asked Me That
“Why are you looking at me like that?” “Like what?” “Like you’re waiting for me to say the wrong thing.” “I’m not.” “You are.”
By Sound and Spiritabout a month ago in Fiction