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On Compatibility
By: Emilie R. Karr. Don’t fall in love with a Gossaman, the other star cadets warn. But he’s the one who taught you what real love is, every…
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Cruising Altitude
By: Michelle Balogh. “Ladies and gentlemen, this is your captain speaking. We’ve reached our cruising altitude of 35,000 feet and expect clear skies and a smooth flight. Sit…
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Nanny
By: Zofia Skoczek. “Please remember that we are paying extra for the discretion,” said Ms. Hayes. I nod, stiffly, because I am a good actress. Everyone in this…
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Some Kind Soul Will Surely Read This
By: Rodrigo Olivares. Dear kindhearted reader who found this note inside this bus, I need your help. I was walking along a dark road when aliens abducted me.…
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Far From Home, Close to Human
By: Michael Stypulkoski. Ms. Ballard’s biology class buzzed. The day’s lesson had really struck a chord with her students. “So there are humans out there who don’t look…
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Identity Crisis
By: Veronica Meredith. “I’m no good.” She slung one paw over her face. “I don’t think I’m tricky or clever enough for this job. I ought to try…
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