Unserious postmodern paintings.

Harold laminated the kite to protect it from rain. He spent three hours smoothing out the bubbles. Once finished, he realized he…

The rabbit arrived at 9:15 for a position that had already been filled. The receptionist handed him a laminated card and told…

The chamois had been waiting for the appointment for three weeks. It adjusted its spectacles and checked the silver wristwatch on its…

The stoat had simply arrived and sat down. No one asked it to leave, mostly because it did not seem to notice…

The guppy had spent three years cultivating an image of profound insignificance. He practiced his downward tilt daily and ensured his scales…

The civet had rehearsed its apology for three weeks. It wore the waistcoat to show respect. It sat perfectly still while the…

Harold found the fish in his kitchen one Tuesday morning. It did not swim, nor did it fall. It simply hovered, occupying…

Reginald had waited forty-two minutes for Permit B-12. He stood on the linoleum, staring at the cracked vinyl seat across from him.…

Barry had accepted that he would never be brilliant. While other glowworms lit up gardens with dazzling intensity, Barry managed a soft,…

The pardalote arrived exactly at 6:00 AM, as it did every Tuesday. It checked the wall clock, then its own watch, and…

The ocelot arrived precisely at eleven-thirty, which he considered fashionably late. He adjusted his waistcoat and checked his watch, noting that the…

Reginald had mastered the art of aggressive politeness. He stood by the door, clipboard ready, offering each visitor a smile that never…