Author Archives: Catastrophe Jones

About Catastrophe Jones

Wretched word-goblin with enough interests that they're not particularly awesome at any of them. Terrible self-esteem and yet prone to hilarious bouts of hubris. Full of the worst flavors of self-awareness. Owns far too many craft supplies. Will sing to you at the slightest provocation.

Just A Taste

Precious to me, a sweet gem I want to hold in my mouth, as though the honey of her would dissolve, as though she were gold sugar. I want to keep her on my tongue and taste her always — … Continue reading

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When I Am Kissing Her

What had I been before I knew you? Who am I now when you’re not with me? You have taken and changed me, from someone content to someone restless. I look out at the tar sands and I contemplate going … Continue reading

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Inside Space

Beloved mine, I have watched stars cross the evening sky, laid beneath a hollow moon and known for what the owls and night spirits have called. In the evening’s calm, in the stillness that descends after the day-heat-madness, while the … Continue reading

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The Autumn Queen No. 26 – Love and Music

This is #26 of The Autumn Queen. To start at the beginning, go here. PREVIOUS * * * Stunned, I sat still on the steed’s back and stared up into the moonlight that my brother had said was full of … Continue reading

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DeathWatch No. 66 – You Look Upset

This is Issue #66 of DeathWatch, an ongoing Serial. Click that link to go find ‘A Beginning’ and read from there, if you need to catch up. Happy Reading! PREVIOUS * * * The delight in Lucida’s eyes was bright; she … Continue reading

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