The Way Fire Talks to Wood

by Christine Boyka Kluge

Originally published on January 2, 2007

In front of me in line, a man hisses at a woman. I can’t distinguish all of the words, but the words don’t matter; his voice crackles and stings. He talks to her the way fire talks to wood She stands perfectly still, unflinching. She makes no eye contact, but I see her head sink [...]

Rapunzel’s Mustache

by Christine Boyka Kluge

Originally published on November 15, 2002

It is not passion that tugs so fiercely on Rapunzel’s upper lip, but another form of desire. As the prince approaches, Rapunzel steps back into the shadows.