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Tag Archives: The Devil
In Your Hellish Eyes
I wasn’t feeling very good this morning, Modern Philosophers. There was an incident of gastric distress last night, and you’re better off not hearing the details. Just believe me when I tell you that I was still struggling this morning, … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged flash fiction, Humor, John Cusack, Modern Philiospher, sarcasm, satire, Say Anything, short story, Sundays With Satan Short Story Series, The Devil
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The Devil’s Alaskan Adventure
“Guess who’s back?” The Devil asked excitedly as he strode confidently across the living room. “I brought wings!” As always, he was well dressed in an impeccably tailored suit. In each hand, he held a platter overflowing with his famous … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Politics
Tagged flash fiction, Humor, Modern Philosopher, Politics, Republicans, sarcasm, satire, short story, Sundays With Satan Short Story Series, The Devil, Trump
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Don’t Disturb The Writer!
I can always tell when The Devil is staring. It is a sensation one does not soon forget, and it is also annoying as Hell. “Did you need something?” I asked without looking up from my laptop. I was out … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Writing
Tagged don't disturb the writer, Humor, Modern Philosopher, NYU, sarcasm, satire, short story, Sundays With Satan Short Story Series, The Devil, TV pilot, writing
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No Collusion
The Devil put down the Sunday paper, straightened his tie, and cleared his throat. As always, he was well dressed in an impeccably tailored suit. At the moment, he also wore an extremely serious expression on his handsome face. “There’s … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Politics
Tagged Donald Trump, Humor, Modern Philosopher, Mueller investigation, Politics, Putin, Russian Collusion, sarcasm, satire, short story, The Devil
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Judge And Executioner
“Happy Sunday!” The Devil declared excitedly as he entered the living room of The House on the Hill. “I brought Snapple.” To prove his point, Lucifer held up the case of Snapple. As always, he was well dressed in an … Continue reading
I’d Rather Field Than Fly
We were watching the Yankees game. During a commercial break, there was a commercial for the latest mega budget superhero flick opening in theaters soon. That was when The Devil put down the Sunday paper and asked, “If you had … Continue reading
There Are No Cats In Hell
“I see you have taken another step towards officially becoming a Crazy Cat Man,” The Devil quipped as he leaned against the doorway the led into my living room. As always, he was well dressed in an impeccably tailored suit, … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged cats, Humor, life in hell, Modern Philosopher, pet adoption, Pets, sarcasm, satire, short story, The Devil
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Not All Fireworks Are Explosive
“I hear you had one Hell of an Independence Day!” The Devil declared as he strode confidently into my living room like he owned the place. As always, he was well dressed in an impeccably tailored suit, which made me … Continue reading
First Drafts Can Be Hell
The Devil burst into my living room like he was being propelled by a burst of eternal Hellfire. “I hear we need to celebrate!” Lucifer declared excitedly. As always, he was well dressed in an impeccably tailored suit, but this … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Writing
Tagged filmmaking, Humor, Modern Philosopher, sarcasm, satire, screenwriting, short story, Sundays With Satan Short Story Series, The Blind Date, The Devil
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Chips And The Dip
“Do we have any more potato chips?” The Devil asked as he leaned against the entrance way to the living room. He was well dressed in an impeccably tailored suit. This week’s outfit was sky blue, which made me think … Continue reading
Posted in Humor
Tagged Hollywood, Humor, making movies, Modern Philosopher, potato chips, sarcasm, satire, screenwriting, short story, Sundays With Satan Short Story Series, The Devil
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