Unserious postmodern paintings.

Gerald the kittiwake had finally achieved the correct shade of taupe for his nesting materials. He spent three hours arranging a single…

Harold expected a tanager to sing. Instead, this one stood perfectly still, spoon gripped tight, radiating a pleasantness so forceful it made…

Harold did not know why he was wearing the hat. He sat on the floral armchair and watched the candle flame flicker…

Arthur watched the bird. It did not move. It simply glowed with a spiritual intensity that made the office paperwork look dull.…

Arthur asked the kea how to fix the leak in his roof. The bird did not move. It told him that water…

The council decided to preserve the cacique for administrative efficiency. He now stands in the corner of the office, glossy and silent,…

The cuckoo emerged at exactly noon. It did not call. It held the pocket watch against its chest and stared at the…

The lorikeet spent three hours arranging itself to match the upholstery. It felt a profound sense of duty to the colour palette,…

Arthur arrived at eight o'clock. The turnstone did not move from the sofa. They spoke about the weather and the cost of…

Reginald had been waiting for forty-two minutes. The magazine rack offered only outdated periodicals about fish migration. He adjusted his spectacles and…

Reginald had read every book in the house twice. When his owner asked why he refused to eat the lettuce, Reginald explained…

Harold had attended three etiquette seminars to prepare for the gala. He spent an hour adjusting his bow tie and practicing a…