The Fireflies of Torino

It is widely accepted, particularly if you pay attention to your government or local news media, that the world is currently experiencing an unprecedented period of upheaval and change. But is this truly the case?

This short collection features some of the stories that first appeared in The Insolent Caretaker, a collection of short fiction and dialogues.

The Fireflies of Torino
On the other side of the river in Torino (or Turin in English) the fireflies (prostitutes) from Nigeria strive to survive on their own terms. 

The Wind Phone
We do not like talking about death. The Wind Phone was created by a man in Japan who wanted to help others reach out to their dearly departed.

The Far End of the Earth
 The latest internet scam is a pure work of art. Known by many names, Butchering the Pig is best-known for its longevity, which can last weeks or months before successfully reeling in the marks.

High Heaven
Until his untimely death, "Dirty" Dirk Hardly worked as a sniper in an unidentified country in the Middle East. Now he is in a way station where his final destination will be decided.