Sticking It To The Man

"A Lady on the Run still has needs"

Ok, so I wasn’t allowed here. Technically, I’m supposed to be caged at West Chester State Penitentiary, a dozen zip codes east. But in these woods, I’m living fine and free. Momma taught me how to forage. These plants burn,...

Petty

"A Housewife Is Tired of Dirty Dishes in the Sink"

One white plate, infused with aqua blue flowers blooming across a ceramic surface, lays discarded at the bottom of the sink. Red ketchup stains crusted over the floral pattern. At the same time, a relatively clean glass keeps it company,...

The Hyde Contagion

"Why are the weirdos always the most fuckable?"

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Hometown Habits

"A Big City Girl is Taught the True Meaning of Christmas"

Okay, I've got a really dark confession to make.I... hate the holidays!Okay, not hate. But I'm super conflicted. I mean, the food's great. Who doesn't want turkey, or yams, or pies? God, I love pies. Warm, wet, and sticky, what...

To Give and Receive

"Can you make it to midnight?"

9:00 AM"What the hell did you do?"Darrius felt the sensation burn his lips. An overwhelming sweetness swirled about his mouth, chocked the back of his throat, and warmed every inch of his skin. His mouth salivated, but as he wiped...

Hidden Fees

"A marble contractor seduces a not-so-lonely wife on his break."

There are a few things you should know about our upscale marble installation. First, it should be prohibitively expensive. My price ranges from 50-150 dollars per square foot. Insane, I know. Quality material, sure. But that's not why you drop six...

It happens to everyone. That moment you glance across the crowded room, and suddenly your pupils lock with a sinful pair of azure eyes. The stranger's razor cheekbones highlight the devilish grin sliding into place. He holds a whisky glass...