In his late thirties, the happily married Jake Gustafson has a good job and a comfy life. One day, he finds himself in the wrong place at the wrong time. He is kidnapped and transported abroad by human traffickers, where he is given a new identity, a new life, a new job - and new temptations. Please note the "slow" code and the "Minimal Sex" designation.
A Personalia story Part of the Personalia universe
Three sisters get the chance of a vacation on a new planet, and they get a major surprise while on their travels, as does their tour guide.
A story in the Dark Wood Universe
A second posting after a complete rewrite, follows Powell on his journey to create a forge of his own. This is a new genre for me and one I'm unlikely to repeat. There will be no sequel. / (Reviews)
Getting short on acceptable applicants, Farley Bigg, Esq., Attorney at Law, finally finds an associate lawyer for his firm. In doing so, he also finds happiness and plenty of company.
A Swarm Cycle Story
With AIs watching everything, all the time, how can humans mutiny against a tyrannical, sadistically abusive, Captain? Boats knew Captain Dreck had to die. How? Then, what? My thanks to TrunkMonkey, Doc, the late pcbondsman, Steve, Fred, and Reluctant Sir for their editing, proofing, and altogether making this a better read. Note: A few real people and places inhabit this story, but everything is fiction. Even cited opinions.