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Chad The Intern

Chad The Intern

by | Jun 26, 2022 | J, J Archer Avary, Short Story

Geraldine’s wisdom teeth were out. Her brother Chad wanted the codeine to sell at a house party in Council Bluffs. He picked her up from the dentist. +++++“You’re taking the piss,” said Chad. “I can’t give you half when I’m the one taking all the risk. These people...
Famous Last Words

Famous Last Words

by | Jun 19, 2022 | J, Jon Matthew Farber, Short Story

Before I go, I’d just like to tell you my story about me and Christie. I’ll keep it brief; I know you have other things you’d rather be doing than listening to me. Believe me, I’d much rather not be here myself. +++++I’ll never forget the first time I saw her. It was...
A Quarter to Three

A Quarter to Three

by | Jun 13, 2022 | J, John Slayton, Short Story

Did I miss last call? Just in time, huh. Yeah, I need a nightcap. I won’t be long. Crown and ginger. Heavy on the crown. Keep the rocks to yourself. +++++Oh, you’re looking. It’s all right. I’m used to it. Go ahead. Ask if you want. Everyone asks. Or they want to...
Brotherly Love

Brotherly Love

by | Jun 5, 2022 | K, Karen Lethlean, Short Story

Police are on my front doorstep. +++++This means trouble. +++++My parents are frozen, inactive, and non-responsive. So, I asked, ‘What is the problem, officers?’ +++++‘We are just asking; do you know Gregory Bruce Lethlean?’ +++++‘He’s my brother.’ +++++I wanted to...