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- Core - Damien Krsteski
In an ever-changing and ever-accelerating world, is there a part of us that needs to stay unchanged? - Cross-Pollination - Taylor Jones
In "Cross-pollination," a human researcher accidentally discovers the sentient flowers of an alien species, leading to a profound exchange of knowledge and emotion. Trapped in a massive, sentient pitcher plant, the protagonist survives a near-death experience to form an extraordinary connection with the flower, uncovering its role in the intelligent ecosystem of an alien world. In this wonderful tale of unfolding trust and empathy, Jones explores themes of symbiosis, alien intelligence, and the power of understanding across vast biological and cultural divides. - How 'Bout a Costly Joke (Featuring Diamonds) - Ahbishek Sengupta
The streets are filled with drunkards and stoned men lazing near the gutters, merchants selling vegetables, casual passersby, and four-wheelers mostly belonging to the Russians. Issa with a diamond hidden in her fist draws lots of attention. She frets. But in truth, the male gaze is nothing new, thanks to the many tears in the gown she wears. It does a poorer job of covering her than her palm does of hiding the diamond.
She walks fast. - In The Black Chapel - Michael Voss
“Is it true what they say? If your roommate dies, you automatically get passing grades?”
“Yes and no.” Claire returns to her bed and lays on top of the covers. “If they die in a car wreck, or kill themselves, you’re exempt from exams as long as you audit your classes for the semester. But…” she props herself on her elbow and you can feel her eyes pierce through the shadows. “If you kill your roommate, you make the dean’s list.” - Sacrificial Copy - Tommy Blanchard
Space opera flash on the existential horrors of hitting CTRL+C. Again. And again. And again...