Posts Tagged ‘ Prose ’

“Wheelie,” by Eric Suhem

Apr 20th, 2009 | By

The wheelchair was loaded with cabbages. It was electric and moved along the sidewalks of town, apparently on its own. Some people found its appearance disturbing, but most had learned to get used to it, some even affectionately calling it ‘Wheelie’. The wheelchair rolled to the seaside cliff on the outskirts of town, and for

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“A Short History of Sports Circa 2015,” by Ravi Mangla

Apr 20th, 2009 | By

It began with soccer overseas but spread like most European trends to the United States. It catalyzed a domino effect. The NBA was the first to go with Milwaukee trading in their antlered zealot for a dancing cup of joe. The Milwaukee Starbucks were born. They struggled after replacing water coolers with the considerably less

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“Brains!!!! Brains!!!!” by Andrei Trostel

Apr 20th, 2009 | By

If there is ever a “Zombie Attack” I think the staging ground or headquarters will be at a Home Depot. For instance 10 years ago I could walk into a Home Depot without a clue of where anything is or even how to install it and there would be a handy, knowledgeable staff member to

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“Culture Clash,”by Greg Calhoun

Apr 20th, 2009 | By

In the wake of “Slumdog Millionaire,” the networks have unveiled an international buffet of pilots battling to follow up on the movie’s unprecedented success.   TV Guide was given a sneak-peek, so pick up the remote and punch your ticket for these spicy hopefuls: Pimp My Rickshaw (MTV) Ridin’ in style isn’t just for the gangsters

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“Slaver,” by Nick Allen

Mar 20th, 2009 | By

Dear Mr. Wolf, Thank you for your interest in joining our vegetarian society. To be frank I was truly surprised to see an application from a species that is traditionally viewed as a ravenous carnivore who’s penchant for raw flesh is legendary with a bloodlust second to none. That said, I have reviewed your letter

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