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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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Guest List
By: Anna Rosel. “I’m sorry, sir. This party is for humans only.” The robot bouncer had the gall to look apologetic as it stood blocking the door. “What…
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Love Letter
By: William Shaw. People I met on dates always said they loved my button nose. They said it was cute; they said it was my best feature. They…
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The Fortune-Teller’s Lament
By: Kite Marsh. “You pay what you think your question’s worth,” I said. “Most people barter, and I don’t mind cash either.” The querent blinked. She distractedly patted…
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