James’s Note: You voted for Christmas Karma, and that’s what we’re delivering. I’m a big fan of alternate Santa mythology, so that’s largely where this came from. Also, if you ever get a chance, Google the connection between Odin and Santa Clause. Thank me later. Joey was crouched under the coffee table, couch cushions piled …
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Frost Bite
Sharon’s Note: Thanks for reading my Christmas Karma story! This is very loosely based on an old Russian fairy tale that I loved as a kid. It creeped me out, but I read it again and again. This probably explains a lot about adult me. Oh well. Warning: Not your Rankin/Bass Jack Frost. I acknowledged …
Tales From the Gun Shop: Guardian
James’s Note: I have always been fascinated with the stories behind important objects. That’s what inspired this series. The stories of each gun are inspired by real events. In the last building of an otherwise empty strip mall, there is a gun shop. Its location isn’t important. You’ll find it, if you need to. Every …
Wrong Number & Friendly Reminder
Sharon’s note: Is anyone else a little creeped out by telemarketers and phone scammers? Especially the ones that begin with a robot voice. I usually hang up as soon as I hear a machine pick up, so I don’t know what happens in the rest of the message. There’s probably nothing interesting there, but . …
Christmas Story Topic Results
The results are in, and the topic for our Christmas story contest is Christmas Karma. We’ll be posting the stories on December 22nd and will be available for voting through the 29th for voting to see who’s story is best. Hope to hear from you then!
The Legacy of a Guardian Bear
Sharon’s Note: Back to a familiar setting in the Magical Pawn Shop, a place that if you’re lucky, it gives you what you need rather than you what you ask for. Warning: Sappy sadness. I’d already sold an antique watch that morning for a hundred bucks. The watch was attractive and hadn’t killed anyone that …
Witcher Man and the Case of the Wolf that Wasn’t, part 10
James’s Note: A big inspiration for the Witcher Man character is my love of people cheating their way out of no win situations. So, of course, Daniel always thinks he can come up with a clever way out, no matter what. Kind of like that Tony Stark line from avengers. the question is, will his …
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What Christmas Story do you want to see?
Ok everybody, we want to put out another holiday contest but we can’t decide on the theme. We need your help. We’ll have this poll up all week where you get to pick the theme for our Christmas story contest, we’ll write them, then you get to decide who’s story wins. Vote now!
Bad Deeds Done for Good Reasons, Llc.
James’s Note: I’ve always had a problem with bullies and abusers, so I’m a sucker for some instant karma. Remember, if you find yourself in a bad situation, there’s always someone you can reach out to for help. If the situation is bad enough, well, there are professionals for that. Disclaimer: I cannot officially advocate …
The Trials of Marrying a Vampire: Cleaning the Fridge
Sharon’s Notes: If you live with someone else, the fridge eventually becomes a zone of contention. The best way to resolve those issues is the same way you resolve anything else. Constructive communication. Warning: Author vehemently denying that she’s the one putting mostly empty jars of jelly back in the fridge. “Jack!” Anice called, holding …
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Gray Matters: The Works of Sharon and James Gray 