10 Powerful Closing Lines

Plots, settings, and even characters fade from our memory in time, but endings can remain with us forever, if they are unforgettable... (In no particular order.) 1. Charles Dickens, A Tale of Two Cities It is a far, far better thing that I do, than I have ever done; it is a far, far better … Continue reading 10 Powerful Closing Lines

The Sensual Paintings of Fabian Perez

'Born in 1967 in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Fabian Perez had a difficult childhood. His father owned bordellos and nightclubs that were illegal. He also was a gambler. To this day, Fabian remembers the police coming to their home looking for his father who would try to escape through the back door. “So many times he … Continue reading The Sensual Paintings of Fabian Perez

50-Word Tales #130

Her dream was to become an actress, so she quit school and moved to Hollywood. For years she could not get a role. Then she met the right man. A director. 'I'll make you a star,' he said, 'If you sleep with me.' 'No.' She became a potato chip inspector.  * (PS: The job of … Continue reading 50-Word Tales #130