A Wall of One’s Own
Plot problems? Our columnist shows us how to create order out of story chaos with only colored notecards and a bedroom wall.
When Loneliness Married Happiness
In this modern allegory, a man named Loneliness cures his isolation by marrying Happiness, the saddest woman he ever met.
Swallow
Danger, heartbreak, and anonymity intermingle during a stroll down a nameless city's streets.
A Bottom Feeder Reflects
"Crossing the tracks and switching gears, I found myself tripping over / Was ist der Mensch, daß er Pläne macht"
Moonpants Goes Moonbat
In this YA novel excerpt, when his girlfriend breaks up with him, a shy loner visits a homeschooler who doses him with LSD. Confusion and talking sandwiches ensue.
When You Graduated From Sisterhood
With her sister on the verge of adulthood, an adolescent looks back on their shared childhood memories.
‘The Unofficial Justin Bieber Dirty Joke Book’ metes sweet parental revenge
Annoyed at having to pay $200 for Bieber concert tickets for her wildly obsessed daughter, this indie e-book is one mother’s attempt to be reimbursed.
The Self (Centred) Publisher
The Amazon vs. Apple exclusivity wars: Should you pick a side? A look at the pros and cons of both digital publishing platforms.
The Terrible Twenties
Twentysomething writer Leigh Stein illuminates the harrowing and sometimes humorous journey to full-fledged adulthood.
At Least It’s Quiet Now
When the majority of humanity mysteriously disappears overnight, a man and his aging mother try to make their way to Chicago to find other survivors.
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