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The Island - Chapter 3

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Chapter Three – Eternity

Bobbie is delighted to be living full time as a woman amongst the four men who see her as a sister figure, making the place softer and adding feminine touches. Bobbie and Ray have agreed to a tacit truce after the incident at the pool but storm clouds are on the horizon both figuratively and metaphorically. Final chapter.

Our Son Nick and Old Lace

The parody is the last refuge of the frustrated writer. Parodies are what you write when you are associate editor of the Harvard Lampoon. The greater the work of literature, the easier the parody. The step up from writing parodies is writing on the wall above urinals.” - Ernest Hemmingway.

Turnabout is fair play.” — Angela Rasch

The following parody has many references to Cary Grant and his movies. . .above and beyond the obvious. Should you get bored with this story, or if the story runs against your grain. . .use it as a puzzle. . .try to pick out all those references.

This story also contains several un-attributed quotes. We apologize for trying to be someone or something we’re not. We suspect the nature of the story supports this decision.

I’m a Doodle Yanking Dandy

Four men with similar interests come together for an All Hallow’s Eve private party to include something completely different. These extraordinary men of the world embrace one more new experience.

The Belle of Eerie, Arizona: Epilogue

Myra's delving into her family's history has given her a lot to think about. And, like Myra, George has discovered another closely held secret of Eerie, Arizona. He has learned more than he wanted to know and, now that he does knows, he has to decide how he should react to it. But it's hard for a person to make a logical decision while still doesn't know his own mind.

Summer's Current: Chapters 16-19


“You said it yourself, Lady Hope. Six women working as a team can do amazing things. Six Ladies of the Witch Corps Coven can do the impossible! I’m willing to test that theory now! Are you?”

Summer's Current: Chapters 9-12


“M’ladies”, I couldn’t help giggling, “Our enemies await us and grow thirsty for confrontation. Shall we make haste?”
Sinae snarled fiercely as she nodded to me.
“Okay, Let’s kick some Hoblin ass and take back the Mare!”

Lost in the Mists of Time - Chapter 5

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Lost in the Mists of Time – Chapter 5

By Fiona Murray

Well better late than never I guess, 8 years since the last chapter was posted. While I don’t think my writing skills have improved any, I did get a recent request to continue this (the only one in 8 years). Why? Well I was told they enjoyed the story. Since I am stuck at home I figured why not. So warts and all, here it is. Please forgive the warts Oh and before I forget I created space for Erin

GLOOteus Maximiss Part 2 - The Max Factor

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GLOOteus Maximiss
Part 2 - The Max Factor

At first he thought it was birds chirping but then realized it was girls tittering. Something was tickling his chest. He feigned sleep while listening to the girls whispering.

"They must be real. Look, they're getting hard."

Once a Star

New Tale to Tell Chapter 21: The Anniversary

New Tale to Tell
Chapter 21
by Justin M.
Copyright © 2020 Justin M. All rights reserved.

The women arrive at Jonathan's house. Inside there is no sign of Shelby's boyfriend. She runs upstairs then yells down to her mom. “Something is wrong mom. He hasn't been here all night.”

New Tale to Tell Chapter 20: Surf, Sand... & Shelby

New Tale to Tell
Chapter 20
by Justin M.
Copyright © 2020 Justin M. All rights reserved.

The room is sated and quiet. Dimly lit by a new day peeking around the curtains, ‘PING’,... Shelby's phone goes off for the fifth time in as many minutes. She has texts waiting.

New Tale to Tell Chapter 19: The Winter Dance

New Tale to Tell
Chapter 19
by Justin M.
Copyright © 2020 Justin M. All rights reserved.

“Jonathan? What are your intentions with Shelby?..."
Robert downs his scotch while he absorbs the young man’s words, stepping to the bar he fixes another. He can feel the alcohol warm his blood, relieving the tension he feels whenever the thought of his daughter being intimate arises. Over his shoulder he asks the question he's been avoiding...

New Tale to Tell Chapter 18: Petitions

New Tale to Tell
Chapter 18
by Justin M.
Copyright © 2020 Justin M. All rights reserved.

... “Are you saying our attorney’s office missed something?”

“Yes they did. They missed very much in fact. To yours and Miss Curtis’s misfortune... Let me explain.... It’s thought to be rare but with advances in research it's starting to be believed more common than historical records suggest.”

Robert holds his hand up to interject, “So your argument is saying the evidence suggests that Shelby is an aberration?”

New Tale to Tell Chapter 17: The Coffee Conspiracy

New Tale to Tell
Chapter 17
by Justin M.
Copyright © 2020 Justin M. All rights reserved.

Shelby is in that half state between sleep and awake. ... In this fog she is vaguely but happily aware of the warmth of the body and not quite rhythmic breathing of the young man whose arms she is curled up in.

Suddenly, brazenly, her contentment is invaded by the stark light of the morning sun.

New Tale to Tell Chapter 16: Maxwell's

New Tale to Tell
Chapter 16
by Justin M.
Copyright © 2020 Justin M. All rights reserved.

'... Listen my friends, why don't you order, enjoy a beautiful meal, dance a bit and then we can all talk over a nice port. I find that some things are best explained on a full stomach, over a good wine and” he looks at Jonathan, “by me.”

New Tale to Tell Chapter 15: Jonny's Place

New Tale to Tell
Chapter 15
by Justin M.
Copyright © 2020 Justin M. All rights reserved.

“What makes you think I know?” Shelby tries her most innocent look. It’s met with a meaningful stare. The kind only a mother can give. “OK-OK, Jeesh! Turn left mom.”

New Tale to Tell Chapter 14: The Dam Breaks

New Tale to Tell
Chapter 14
by Justin M.
Copyright © 2020 Justin M. All rights reserved.

... she is interrupted by a response from across the room, “Jason, why don't you shut-up before someone slaps the shit outta you!”

“Oh yeah! Which one of you thinks they can?”

“I do.”
“And me”
“And me”
“Me too.”
“I’m in.”

New Tale to Tell Chapter 13: Downtime

New Tale to Tell
Chapter 13
by Justin M.
Copyright © 2020 Justin M. All rights reserved.

At her approach Mary quickly turns... One glance and the girl knows her mother is crying. “Here Bee you take over.” She rushes from the room. Shelby follows.

New Tale to Tell Chapter 11: Celebrations

New Tale to Tell
Chapter 11
by Justin M.
Copyright © 2020 Justin M. All rights reserved.

...that's where Shelby and your family come in. If he talks, I need to know. This is a good young man. He's good for Shelby. But like he said, he's broken.

New Tale to Tell Chapter 10: Confessions

New Tale to Tell
Chapter 10
by Justin M.
Copyright © 2020 Justin M. All rights reserved.

Shelby feeling cocky, takes the bait and smarts off, “I’m ready here and now. Oh! Too bad Jonathan isn’t here. I guess it will just have to wait. Ho-Hum.”

New Tale to Tell Chapter 9: Assault and Battery

New Tale to Tell
Chapter 09
by Justin M.
Copyright © 2020 Justin M. All rights reserved.

We go after his freak girlfriend. ... We take her out and it will send a message that if he fucks with us we fuck with his girlfriend. That bitch Shelby has had it coming a long time. ... It’s time we showed her and him we don’t put up with freaks around here”

New Tale to Tell Chapter 8: Daddy's Girl or Jonathan comes to dinner

New Tale to Tell
Chapter 8
by Justin M.
Copyright © 2020 Justin M. All rights reserved.

“Here’s the deal. That’s my little girl in there. She means the world to me. Have you heard the stories about fathers and the bonds they have with their little girls?” The boy nods, “Good. Shelby and I are no different. So If I’m going to allow you to date my daughter there are a few things you will need to understand.”

New Tale to Tell Chapter 7: Revelations

New Tale to Tell
Chapter 7
by Justin M.
Copyright © 2020 Justin M. All rights reserved.

Sheila levels a doubtful look at him, “Do I need to throw the bull-shit flag or are you gonna come clean?”

New Tale to Tell Chapter 6: Meet the Parents

New Tale to Tell
Chapter 6
by Justin M.
Copyright © 2020 Justin M. All rights reserved.

“When good and just men fail to act in the face of evil, evil triumphs and society loses. The rights of the oppressed shall be defended at all costs, lest the oppressors gain absolute power…. Jonathan Moorland. My Father”

New Tale to Tell Chapter 5: Enough's Enough

New Tale to Tell
Chapter 5
by Justin M.
Copyright © 2020 Justin M. All rights reserved.

““Leave her alone!” Jonathan is ten feet away and closing fast. Mark sneers at Jonathan's approach. “Fuck off you dick-head before I teach you who’s boss.” Jonathan steps right up on the other kid, forcing him to step back. “Why don't you and I go somewhere and address that.”

New Tale to Tell Chapter 4: Meeting Destiny

New Tale to Tell
Chapter 4
by Justin M.
Copyright © 2020 Justin M. All rights reserved.

“Really? All five of you just to kick my ass? I’m flattered.” ... Jonathan has had enough. Without a word he abruptly stands up and moves straight into the group right at Jason. He doesn’t give a damn and the devil-may-care look on his face shows it.

Insurance Ad

Insurance Ad
By Ellie Dauber © 2020

Here’s a VERY short piece, a script based on an ad that keeps turning up on my TV. I mean no offense to the insurance company. This is just something that the wording of the ad suggested to me.

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The scene is a modern kitchen. A young woman in a house dress is sitting at the table drinking a cup of coffee. There are a few papers with some sort of writing on them near where she is sitting. The camera moves in to a medium shot as she speaks.

His Inconstant Desire -7- Crimes and Accusations

A Transgender Regency Romance - Constantine has been raised as a boy, can she adapt to her new status?

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His Inconstant Desire

7. Crimes and Accusations

by Erin Halfelven

Connie had been hoping her father would end up licking the butter off the back of his hand, but the attentive head footman had already made a napkin available for the purpose.

His Inconstant Desire -6- Making an Entrance

A Transgender Regency Romance - Constantine has been raised as a boy, can she adapt to her new status?

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His Inconstant Desire

6. Making an Entrance

by Erin Halfelven

“Do you want the left or the right side,” Alex asked her sister, standing at the end of the enormous bed, gesturing.

His Inconstant Desire -5- My Wee Bonnie Babe

A Transgender Regency Romance - Constantine has been raised as a boy, can she adapt to her new status?

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His Inconstant Desire

5. My Wee Bonnie Babe

by Erin Halfelven

After Connie’s tears were dealt with, including being offered a large cup of cool water, a new phase of her education began. Genevieve moved herself, Connie, Alexandra, Miss Vivian and Nurse Betty to one of the upstairs drawing rooms and had a small luncheon set up for practice.

His Inconstant Desire -4- Arm-in-Arm with the Devil

A Transgender Regency Romance - Constantine has been raised as a boy, can she adapt to her new status?

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His Inconstant Desire

4. Arm-in-Arm with the Devil

by Erin Halfelven

Jewelery and slippers provided, Constantine glared at his image in the mirror. It was as if he had been decapitated and his head placed on some girl’s body.

His Inconstant Desire -3- White for Innocence

A Transgender Regency Romance - Constantine has been raised as a boy, can she adapt to her new status?

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His Inconstant Desire

3. White for Innocence

by Erin Halfelven

The Belle of Eerie, Arizona: Chapter 4

In this chapter, Myra discovers an old letter that gives her a new and dismaying view of her family's past. Should she try to understand the true nature of her heritage, or make herself forget about it? Either way, things may never be the same again. But the surprising discovery gives her an excuse to go to the Christmas party, come what may....

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