Adventures of the Author, Best of the Comma
The Blog Of State Address
Today is the first anniversary of the ground-bruising weblog known as The Ominous Comma. On this solemn occasion I stand before you humbled in tearful amazement, a fact having just as much to do with the freshly spilled coffee in my lap as with the undeniable glow of achievement which not only permeates this site but also illuminates entire neighborhoods…
Best of the Comma, Commentary
Writing Prompts for the Not-So-Prompt
If you are a stranger to the delightful world of wordcraft, perhaps spending your time on more respectable and rewarding occupations like say, Roadside Carcass Removal, you might believe that those who call themselves writers would have long ago resigned themselves to the fact that sooner or later they would be called upon to produce verifiable written material.
You would be wrong…
Best of the Comma, Commentary
Six Ways to Fight Terrorism Using Only A Necktie
In today’s uncertain political climate, with the threat of terrorism coming in a wide spectrum of designer colors, it is more important than ever to be prepared for any eventuality. That’s why top experts like myself recommend never leaving your home without the safety and security of a properly worn necktie…
Adventures of the Author
Annual Festival of Jarhead Inebriation
Tomorrow is November 10th also known as the Annual Festival of Jarhead Inebriation.
As such, thousand of Marines will lift a glass or twelve to celebrate the 229th birthday of the United States Marine Corps. Barking noises and random vowel sounds will probably also be uttered, in a time-honored expression of otherwise inexpressible maritime delight…
Fiction
Superhero Profile – The Implausible Spoonerine
Lackladdy G. Ferggusson was known by friends and acquaintances as a lifelong chronic underachiever, but after an inexplicable radioactive silverware accident gave him super-spooning ability, nothing really changed…
