Conspiracy Man

Dan kicks the vending machine and curses. It had eaten his money again. “Damn thing,” he mutters. “Never gives out. It’s conspiring against me.” The break room’s lights flicker, then cut out. A strange wind whips up. There’s a flash of turquoise. The rustle of a shell suit. “Did somebody say conspiracy?” A voice enquires. … Continue reading Conspiracy Man →

You Can Choose Your Friends, But You Can’t Choose Your Post-Apocalyptic Overlord

Of all the aspects of life after the apocalypse, it’s the lack of social etiquette which irks George the most. “The neighbours are at it again.” He says from his position, peering between the boarded windows of their ramshackle dwelling. Said in a tone so deliberate as to be the conversational equivalent of a worm … Continue reading You Can Choose Your Friends, But You Can’t Choose Your Post-Apocalyptic Overlord →

From the Basement of the Intergalactic Council, Trouble Stirs

An opportunity for early retirement is how it was presented. Reward for a millennium of work at the forefront of the Intergalactic Council. Gobkoo knew what it was. The new President, all swagger and pearly white teeth, had brought substantial change. He was being shuffled aside. Coming from a race of immortal beings, any retirement … Continue reading From the Basement of the Intergalactic Council, Trouble Stirs →

Thoughts from Aliens after the extinction of the human race

“They had the best restaurants. The best. Why else would we go there otherwise? They constantly reported sightings of us near nuclear facilities, but we must have appeared more near all-you-can-eat barbecue joints. Now, it’s all gone. Nothings left. Not even a jalapeno popper.” Pik-pak of the Ghindrols. “What was with their fascination with the … Continue reading Thoughts from Aliens after the extinction of the human race →

Buzzfeed Celebrity Facts – Part 1

Orny Adams Angers Pigeon Perennially overlooked and underrated, Pigeons that populate major cities have struggled to find their place. Until now. The Teen Wolf star was spotted trying to scare some birds away whilst eating lunch out. One took exception to and flew at him. “Did you see that?” he’s quoted as shouting. “Damn thing … Continue reading Buzzfeed Celebrity Facts – Part 1 →