I was sent off in one of mankind's first starships, tasked with exploration and biological seeding of terraforming bacteria. Against all odds I made it back home to an empty planet.
Something happened to the world. If you sleep during the dark, you will die. Electricity is no longer our dependable friend. I couldn't take it any longer. I set out to find the reason.
A Best Circle of Hell Story Jahke is sitting "reading" in the library when two demons show up looking for fresh meat. And one of them takes a certain liking to their new human friend.
It becomes minor horned demon Sitka's job to take care of his new charge and introduce him to all the pleasures of demon life.
An envious friend pushes a beautiful wife towards infidelity, launching a once-happy couple on a dark, twisty ride. While they struggle to keep their marriage afloat, deep-seated insecurities, vanities, and traumas strike from every corner and crevice. Along the way, they gain unexpected emotional and sexual insights; but a sudden plunge casts them adrift, separately, towards nightmares, temptation, and domination. The tunnel becomes a crucible, which will either reforge or destroy them.
A Story in the True Hero Universe
This story is run like a continuing TV episode. As always all my Fire Department, Police, and Medical stories are dedicated to all those who serve.
A Story in the The Construct Universe
Suzanne and Amber both go to Claiborne High in the Construct. Both enjoy it, until Suzanne goes missing. Amber decides she's the only one who can find her sister.
A man's hand is forced, and he must move on. For a time he is subject to things imposed upon him. Eventually he regains control and obtains a measure of satisfaction.