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How Gravity Falls Used Fan Interaction to Become a Cult Classic

Gravity Falls first premiered on Disney Channel on June 15th, 2012 to mostly positive reception. But the show would go on to garner a fan base unlike any other Disney Channel original show had seen before. Even eight years later, after only two seasons on air, fans of Gravity Falls…

Disney

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How Gravity Falls Used Fan Interaction to Enhance its Impact on Viewers
How Gravity Falls Used Fan Interaction to Enhance its Impact on Viewers
Disney

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Published in The Haven

·Aug 11, 2021

In Light Of My Great Aunt’s Passing, I’d Like To Apologize For All The Ways I Called Her Fat

Heaven has one more angel now, but it might feel like they’ve gained three. — It is with a heavy heart that I must announce the passing of my Great Aunt Ingrid. She was great in many ways. Not only was she literally my great aunt, my father’s aunt to be specific, but she was also an exceptional individual. She was also very, very large. …

Humor

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In Light of My Great Aunt’s Passing, I’d Like to Apologize for All the Ways I Called Her Fat
In Light of My Great Aunt’s Passing, I’d Like to Apologize for All the Ways I Called Her Fat
Humor

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Published in Slackjaw

·Jun 22, 2021

The Best Mail I Stole In My Time As A Postman

What really happens to missing letters. — Neither rain, nor snow, nor black of night will stop me from my sworn duty. Thankfully, the postal worker’s oath says nothing about getting the mail to its intended recipient. Day after day, I load up my Santa sack with envelopes, steer my tuna can car from house to house…

Humor

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The Best Mail I Stole In My Time As A Postman
The Best Mail I Stole In My Time As A Postman
Humor

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Published in Sci-Fi Shorts

·May 26, 2021

Mostly Harmless

First impressions aren’t always what they seem — Sirens echo about my quarters as my ship falls through the atmosphere of some strange planet. Maybe I had a few too many last night because I swear this wasn’t on the route I plotted. But planned or not, it looks like I’m taking a detour. …

Short Fiction

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Mostly Harmless
Mostly Harmless
Short Fiction

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Published in Creatures

·Apr 23, 2021

The Heartbreaking News of Duck Kidnappings

And how we can be duck advocates — I recently saw a piece on Inside Edition about ducks being taken from both public and privet ponds. You can see the piece for yourself here. For those who’d prefer not to watch, it shows a video captured by Justin Araujo, a resident of a condo development. He shot the…

Animals

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The Heartbreaking News of Duck Kidnappings
The Heartbreaking News of Duck Kidnappings
Animals

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Published in The Haven

·Mar 23, 2021

Limerick- A warm seat

My cat’s favorite place to sleep — Here at the computer I sit, dispensing immutable wit. The cat’s here, oh Lord. She’s on my keyboard! cusbn ploflt abrign plit

Funny

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Limerick- A warm seat
Limerick- A warm seat
Funny

1 min read

Limerick- A warm seat

My cat’s favorite place to sleep

Picture by bogitw via pixably

Here at the computer I sit,

dispensing immutable wit.

The cat’s here, oh Lord.

She’s on my keyboard!

cusbn ploflt abrign plit

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Published in Sci-Fi Shorts

·Mar 17, 2021

The Warp Speed Contrivance

No matter how fast you flee, a fight may still find you — Captain Andrews flung his holodisk across the room. The translucent green visage of the Raxian commander, with her piercing magenta eyes, would hang in his memories for ages. “Andrews,” she told him, “I have some business to discuss with you. Do you remember our last outing together? …

Flash Fiction

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The Warp Speed Contrivance
The Warp Speed Contrivance
Flash Fiction

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Published in Books Are Our Superpower

·Mar 5, 2021

Why Can’t Adults Choose Their Own Adventure?

A defense of choice based novels — Remember the Choose Your Own Adventure books? If you do, it’s almost certainly a childhood memory, and I’d wager it’s a good one. The series started in the 80s as a way to get children reading. By allowing them to change the story, it provided a more personal experience, which…

Fiction

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Why Can’t Adults Choose Their Own Adventure?
Why Can’t Adults Choose Their Own Adventure?
Fiction

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Published in Sci-Fi Shorts

·Mar 1, 2021

Solar Survivors

The results are in, and life will never be the same — Stunned silence filled the room. The small team of researchers knew their findings might change the world. But until moments ago, they still hoped they wouldn’t prove its end. “Are you sure we’re reading it right?” asked Flemming. “It is an initial test after all. …

Science Fiction

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Solar Survivors
Solar Survivors
Science Fiction

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Published in The Haven

·Feb 24, 2021

Man’s Attempt to Entertain Co-Worker Goes Horribly Awry

We’ve all been experiencing listless days of late, and this goes double for our secondarily essential workers. — Healthcare professionals and teachers are commended daily on the sacrifice of their time and well being, but a group less recognized is hotel desk workers. …

Humor

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Mans Attempt to Entertain Co-Worker Goes Horribly Awry
Mans Attempt to Entertain Co-Worker Goes Horribly Awry
Humor

2 min read

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