By Matt Cantor image by RetroClipArt “Don’t take too long eating, dearie!” Bruce’s mother called. “You don’t want to be late for school!” Bruce wasn’t going to be late for school. He’d never been late for school. He… Continue Reading
By Nicholas Zielinski Image by xusenru Max’s weight obsession started with a comment. He and Ryan Beaumont, his agent, were discussing Max’s career when Ryan grabbed Max’s stomach and said, “This is your problem.” “Hands off,” Max deadpanned.… Continue Reading
By Adam Ostaszewski Image by 3000ad The gentle hum of turbines lulled the passengers of the CW-48 space lift to sleep. One of them, Robert Smart, struggled with fatigue. He spent the first part of the journey to… Continue Reading
By Safa Elnaili Zolotarevs/shutterstock Mama and Baba went to their room for their afternoon nap. He complimented her couscous. She smiled. “Extra spicy, though!” he said. She grinned. “A little pepper doesn’t… Continue Reading
By DC Diamondopolous Image by toddwmac The rope pulled at Calypso’s waist. She staggered then stumbled as she clawed her way up the hill with Phoebe tied below. They had been searching for Alawisha, their younger sister, since… Continue Reading