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Category: Prose Poem

“Prison Amnesia” by George Toles

MICROFICTION: “Maybe this bit was being filmed, and he might have a chance to make a real impression, when others discovered he was far braver and resourceful than they supposed. The man was impatient for his answer….”

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“No Escape: Three Noir Executions” by Matthew Sorrento

PROSE POEM: “They live on to die, forever….”

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“LA Christmas Present” by Tony Dawson

PROSE POEM: “Now Rambo’s at home on paid leave….”

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