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.

Passion

Sweetness on the tongue can help you to destroy the very thing you think you love; the sugar’s just a ploy to deepen every kiss into a savage cry of joy that sings in every language known to man. So … Continue reading

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DeathWatch II No. 20 – Honestly

This is Issue #20 of DeathWatch, Book II: tentatively called Heart Of Ilona, an ongoing Serial. Click that link to go find DeathWatch, the first in the series, or start from the beginning of Book II! Happy Reading! PREVIOUS * * … Continue reading

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Anyone But You, Jones

She’s in my face, pushing me, pointing behind me, trying to herd me toward the emergency exit. “He’s coming, you have to–” I push back, panicked, confused. “Stop pushing, who are you? I don’t know who you are! Why should … Continue reading

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DeathWatch II No. 19 – This Is Killing Me

This is Issue #19 of DeathWatch, Book II: tentatively called Heart Of Ilona, an ongoing Serial. Click that link to go find DeathWatch, the first in the series, or start from the beginning of Book II! Happy Reading! PREVIOUS * … Continue reading

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Enough

What are these cuts in me these slashes leaving me bloodless, leaving me thirsty, leaving me alone and naked and cold? Who am I with these scars I don’t recognize? I’m not at all the man I thought I would … Continue reading

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