Cast: Robin, Sloan, Marc
Links: The Academy Of Bards
i'm still trying to wrap my head around this story.. very good halloween story.. - xtra dog - Feb-24-2014
| Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative | Adventure | Short Story - 38 pages | Finished | Cast: Robin, Sloan, Marc Links: The Academy Of Bards | |
| Robin's life has always been sensible. A fever, a stranger, and perhaps, a dream may change everything. | |
| Inspired by a Twilight Zone episode. This is a good story with a twist. It's very well written: fun and bittersweet. Add in romance and you've got a great story:-) - Lyn B - Apr-28-2011 i'm still trying to wrap my head around this story.. very good halloween story.. - xtra dog - Feb-24-2014 |
Are We Being Graded On A Curve? by
| Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Romance (alt) | Novel - 150 pages | Finished | Oct-02 Cast: Maggie, Anne, Moocher, Jill, Sean Honors/Awards: #49 in 2002 Links: Removed at author's request - no longer available online | |
| A cop by the name of Maggie and a lawyer, Anne, meet in an elevator...both attracted to each other, both resisting the feelings. In steps Maggie's partner to break the ice. Be prepared then for many hilarious as well as tender moments in this wild ride of love and life that's ahead for the two women. [No longer available online - published as "Curve" by Carrie Brennan."] | |
| "Curve" is a great story about two women that meet, resist love, then plunge in with both feet. They have their ups and downs, tread through great conflict, and nearly part company. The ending is satisfying, the story is entertaining and beyond measure. I hear there MIGHT be a sequel too! Zuke is a gifted, under-heralded writer of great scope. You won't be disappointed with any of her works! - Taleweaver - Oct 23rd, 2002 OMG! What an absolutely amazing story! A cop and a lawyer meet in an elevator...both attracted to each other, but neither one willing to take the first step. But when Moocher (you just have to love this woman!) steps in on behalf of her friend Maggie, OMG! the sparks really fly! Anne is smitten instantly and these two are off on a most incredible adventure of discovery, love, life...But make sure you have the tissues ready! There are tons of spew alerts, but for every spew there is a tear-jerker h/c scene not too far behind! Zuke provides a brilliant balance of real life ups and down, human dialogue and characters you just can't get enough of!!!! Is there really a sequel? Is this published yet? Please, this needs to be a real book! - Ann - Oct 24th, 2002 Excellent story that is beautifully told. The characters are fully realized and believable. The humour is just right.Fantastic read! - kj - Jan 24th, 2004 Oh god, I really laughed tears. I think Moocher is the coolest person in the world.Anyway this is really a great story and it feels authentic because of the lively characterization.Well done, Zuke! - lectra - Aug 3rd, 2004 Dead link :-( - Yani - Mar-25-2008 Please, please, please! I want to read it. - Ctrogan - Oct-28-2011 I bet many here think that Barry Goldwater was a RINO too. Non-objectivity, extreme aitivnsm, hyper-paranoid anti-communism, and Free Market uber alles is what it takes to be regarded as a true conservative to some. Some of you guys are as bad as Trotskyites. Sheesh!VA:F [1.9.7_1111]please wait...VA:F [1.9.7_1111](from 0 votes) - pNjpuTSC - Apr-07-2012 Found a link! http://web.archive.org/web/20021003073804/www.dragonsquillandink.com/original_fiction/curve1.html - Anonymous - Oct-13-2013 Found a link! http://web.archive.org/web/20021003073804/www.dragonsquillandink.com/original_fiction/curve1.html - Anonymous - Oct-13-2013 Found a link! http://web.archive.org/web/20021003073804/www.dragonsquillandink.com/original_fiction/curve1.html - Anonymous - Oct-13-2013 |
| Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative | Romance (alt) | Short Story - 25 pages | Finished | Oct-02 Cast: Olivia, Barrett, Cheryl, Booger, Liv, June, Jaz, CD, Russell, Crowe, Pierce, Paradise, Ding, Dong, Brussels Links: The Bard's Corner | |
| Jaz Pierce is on vacation in Hawaii, courtesy of her brother. In recompense, she writes to him, recounting her days, and with some details you just didn't want to know! | |
| I'm a huge fan of Zuke's, and the "Dear Booger Letters" are a laugh! Short, sweet, sometimes filled with bitterness (and vomit). "Dear Booger Letters" are the answer to what a lesbian does on vacation. A must-read! - Taleweaver - Oct 23rd, 2002 Loved the story. How I wish that I could have witnessed the pool scene in actuality, with my jar of peanuts and tall glass of ice tea. - Michelle - Nov 6th, 2003 A feel good story, loved it, had me laughing real hard. Is there an encore in the works? - B - Apr 23rd, 2005 dead link. [Editor's Note: Fixed. 1-19-2010] - Anonymous - Jan-18-2010 this story is flipping hilarious. the writer's use of words is inspired. - kc - Jan-10-2011 This is a great story that is sure to make you laugh! - Anonymous - Oct-30-2011 Funny & sweet! - Anonymous - Jan-22-2012 I loved this story. I can't say for anyone else's tastes but I'm gonna rate this high. It was funny, so very funny. I love humor once in a while and this was a great pick me up. I recommend reading this! - Zero - Nov-04-2012 ok, after reading this story for the third time i'm finally putting in my two cents of comment.. i laughed out loud the first time.. i chuckled the second time.. i smiled the third time.. i adore the way jaz writes to booger.. it is so authentic and humorous.. this story gets top rating from me.. seriously, just read it.. multiple times!! - xtra dog - Jun-11-2013 Woo, what a funny one! Definitely reminds me of U-Haul Lesbians. Do not read at work because the coworkers will look at you funny when you snort and laugh. - Stacia - Jun-12-2013 Woo, what a funny one! Definitely reminds me of U-Haul Lesbians. Do not read at work because the coworkers will look at you funny when you snort and laugh. - Stacia - Jun-12-2013 |
Did I Mention This is Creepy? by
| Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative | Humor | Short Story - 21 pages | Finished | Cast: Skeeter Links: (web.archive.org) Stories by Zuke Part 3 of a Series Series List: Moving Day, Does a Bear Sh*t in the Woods, Did I Mention This is Creepy? | |
| dead link [Editor's Note: Fixed link. 1-19-2010] - ann - Jan-18-2010 dead link again - Anonymous - Jun-25-2012 |
Do You Falafel 2, The Mushy Sequel by
| Xena | General | Vignette | Very Short Story - 3 pages | Finished | Nov-02 Links: Stories by Zuke | |
| In this 'Do You Falafel?' sequel, Xena is a bit more understanding to Gabrielle's plight...? | |
| Original / Uber | Modern | General | Vignette | Very Short Story - 3 pages | Finished | Nov-02 Links: Stories by Zuke | |
| Gabrielle's bardly appetite has really got her in trouble this time...and Xena is not being the least bit sympathetic. A very funny read! | |
| I always knew that Gabby's legendary appetite would get her into more trouble than we saw. This is a scream, you MUST read it! - Morag - Nov 15th, 2002 dead link - Anonymous - Oct-30-2011 |
Does a Bear Sh*t in the Woods by
| Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Humor | Short Story - 16 pages | Finished | Cast: Skeeter Links: Stories by Zuke Part 2 of a Series Series List: Moving Day, Does a Bear Sh*t in the Woods, Did I Mention This is Creepy? | |
| OMG that was too funny, thank god I wasn't drinking anything or I've choke to death. - lilly05 - Mar-14-2007 broken link - Anonymous - Oct-23-2010 Dead link. - Lyn B - Apr-28-2011 |
Fallen Angel by
| Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative | Romance (alt) | Short Story - 15 pages | Finished | Cast: Angel, Anna, Mickey Links: The Academy Of Bards | |
| I really liked this story> It was funny and sassy and great repartee. The relationship between Angel and Rory was great. Well worth reading. - Lyn B - Apr-28-2011 Very cute. Hope you make a sequel to this - Anonymous - May-08-2011 Great short story. The Elvis line made me lough so hard i cried. Zuke is an amazing writer. - Anonymous - May-13-2011 This is an amazing story - Anonymous - Oct-30-2011 This is an amazing story - Anonymous - Oct-30-2011 |
Forever by
| Xena | Alternative | Vignette | Very Short Story - 1 page | Finished | Links: Dragons Quill And Ink | |
Forever by
| Xena | Alternative (Mature) | Vignette | Very Short Story - 1 page | Finished | Links: Stories by Zuke | |
| Xena | Alternative (Mature) | Vignette | Very Short Story - 2 pages | Finished | Links: Stories by Zuke | |
| Xena | General | Vignette | Very Short Story - 4 pages | Finished | Links: Stories by Zuke | |
| Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative | Drama | Short Story - 13 pages | Finished | Links: The Academy Of Bards | |
| Love these two characters. Awesome story! - Anonymous - Oct-30-2011 |
Hand in Hand by
| Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Romance (alt) | Novella - 74 pages | Finished | Cast: Louise, Gin, Ella, Johnny, Verna, Lou, Michael, Perkins, Fee Links: The Academy of Bards | |
| Dead link. - Anonymous - Apr-27-2008 sweet story!!! - Anonymous - Jan-20-2010 So sweeeeeet! - Anonymous - Feb-03-2010 Sweet story. Nice read. - lyn B - May-06-2011 Very, very sweet story! I read all parts in one sitting cause I simply wasn't able to stop...It's well written -- humor and drama in good balance. I definitely recommend reading this story! - Anja - Sep-12-2011 |
Her Leap by
| Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative | Vignette | Very Short Story - 3 pages | Finished | Oct-02 Links: Stories by Zuke | |
| This is the sequel or companion piece to 'My Leap,' and it might be better if you read that one first...Then the ending to this one will be all the sweeter! | |
| Wow! Who knew love haunted the hills? But indeed it does, as these two friends discovered. Go read it, but be prepared to say "Awwwww" - Anonymous - Oct 23rd, 2002 Dead Link - Lyn B - Apr-28-2011 |
| Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Drama | Short Story - 22 pages | Finished | Cast: Bri, Jen Links: The Academy Of Bards | |
| This is a twist on the usual romantic story. Poignant and sweet. Well worth reading. - Lyn B - May-13-2011 |
| Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative | Romance (alt) | Novella - 87 pages | Finished | Cast: Keira, Fiona, Matthew, Monty, Seaburgh, Ager Links: The Academy Of Bards | |
| zuke is one of my faves and i read this when it was first posted. i used garlic as cologne for a week afterward...just in case my wife was one of 'them". good scary stuff be here. *wink* - fanfic gourmet - Jan 17th, 2005 Heartbreaking...My english is not enough to help me describe the way this story has moved me (and I am not an emotional person).Highly reccomended. - Artemistech - Aug 24th, 2005 very nice really scary sometime - lucky - May-12-2008 Chilling ending. It's a good read. Recommended. - Lyn B - Apr-30-2011 |
| Original / Uber | Modern | General | Vignette | Very Short Story - 4 pages | Finished | Links: Stories by Zuke | |
| Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Romance (alt) | Short Story - 18 pages | Finished | Cast: Lone, Poncho, Ellie, Jed, Manteca, Laura Links: Stories by Zuke | |
| Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Romance (alt) | Very Short Story - 9 pages | Finished | Cast: Bo, Witch, Doug Links: The Academy Of Bards | |
| sweet. sad. sentimental. simply lovely with its romanticism and hope. this short story packs a lot of heart. - Anonymous - Jan-10-2011 Very poignant, but beautifully written. Well worth reading. - Lyn B - Apr-28-2011 |
Moving Day by
| Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Vignette | Very Short Story - 4 pages | Finished | Cast: Blondie Links: Stories by Zuke Part 1 of a Series Series List: Moving Day, Does a Bear Sh*t in the Woods, Did I Mention This is Creepy? | |
My Leap by
| Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative | Vignette | Very Short Story - 3 pages | Finished | Oct-02 Links: Stories by Zuke | |
| Here's a take on a tale of friendhip and the leap into love. | |
| Link doesn't work... - Anonymous - Sep-12-2011 |
No Kissing by
| Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Vignette | Very Short Story - 5 pages | Finished | Links: (web.archive.org) Dragons Quill And Ink | |
| I would give the author a handshake if I could. The descriptions within hold more realism than I've come to expect from others in the same genre. Too bad it is so short. The story at its current stage would have been a great premise for a longer story. - Kayla - Feb-20-2007 I really liked this little tale. It did what short stories should do and left me wondering about the characters and their past and future lives. Zuke gives you just an inch or two to try and piece together the Truck Driver and the Hooker's obviously pitiful existance when they meet on a cold Christmas Eve in the middle of nowhere. Can these two lost souls give each other the solace they both clearly need? I hope Zuke will continue this tale so we have the opportunity to find out. - Sai - Feb-27-2007 I loved this short story. Very good characterization, sometimes blunt and sometimes surprisingly gentle. Great writing, Zuke. - k alexander - Mar-09-2007 This is one of the best short stories I've read. The story and the characters were so engaging. So well written. This Bard can write!! - Anonymous - May-04-2008 This story is something incredible! Thank you, bard! - Nuncheak - Jul-30-2008 Really well written, would love a squal to this. - Anonymous - Jul-31-2008 The art of short story is difficult. _This_ is a real good one. - M. D. - Aug-21-2010 Well written. It's edgy and not romantic, but it's powerful reading. - Lyn B - Apr-28-2011 Amazing short story. I wish the author made a novel out of this. Still, it stands on its own perfectly. - Anonymous - May-13-2011 |
| Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative | Romance (alt) | Short Story - 27 pages | Finished | Cast: Jess, Gillian, Lois Links: The Bard's Corner | |
| A very sweet story that goes off in the complete opposite direction of the one you expect it to. Made me smile. But I wanna know what happens next. Sequel please. - Mich - Sep 14th, 2002 This is a very well written story. I liked this. It's quirky and witty. Very enjoyable :-) - Lyn B - Apr-28-2011 this made me smile while wistfully asking myself why this doesnt happen in real life. great story. Nothing Special is definitely something special. - ann o'nymous - Apr-30-2011 This was anything but 'nothing special'. I thoroughly enjoyed it, and I think you should continue with a sequel. I absolutely adored the characters. - Anonymous - May-08-2011 I just about fell in love with this story. Never before had I encounter something so complete, beautifull and funny. It has been a pleasant surprise. - Nemo et Nihil - Dec-14-2012 |
| Original / Uber | Modern | General | Vignette | Very Short Story - 3 pages | Finished | Links: Stories by Zuke | |
| Short, sweet and definitely different! - X X - Sep 29th, 2002 I've just found this writer and I'm so pleased. Everything I read either excites or moves me. Her short stories are brilliant, intelligent and emotionally sophisticated. Go have a look. - msprism - Mar-07-2007 |
Silence by
| Xena | Alternative | Vignette | Very Short Story - 1 page | Finished | Links: The Academy Of Bards | |
| If you're okay with the Angst Alert this is beautful. I hope this Bard is still writing. - msprism - Mar-09-2007 |
Sister (The) by
| Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative (Mature) | Romance (alt) | Short Story - 15 pages | Finished | Cast: Belinda, Jason Links: Stories by Zuke | |
| this story is breathtaking in its simple beauty; love-filled and hopeful. - kc - Mar-12-2011 Excellent. Poignant, bittersweet and very powerful. Recommended. - Lyn B - Apr-28-2011 Link bad. looks like domain expired. - Anonymous - Apr-30-2011 Was unable to read it due to bad link. Really wanted to read it to. - FoxyAngel - May-01-2011 I found the story on this site: http://www.academyofbards.org/contest/2003/bardcon/zuke_thesister2.html - Anonymous - May-06-2011 This is a very good read. This writer is a master of short stories. - Anonymous - Jun-19-2012 that song made me tear up.. its lyrics are simply beautiful.. the rest of the story is well-written, too.. - xtra dog - Jul-20-2014 |
| Xena | General | Vignette | Very Short Story - 7 pages | Finished | Cast: Gabrielle, Lila Links: Dragons Quill And Ink | |
Teach Me Everything You Know by
| Xena | Alternative (Mature) | Vignette | Very Short Story - 3 pages | Finished | Sep-02 Links: Stories by Zuke The Bard's Corner | |
| Basically told in stream of consciousness fashion, this short tale outlines Xena's thoughts as she goes over events and correlates them to her present with Gabrielle, and the her famous line. | |
| How often have you wished you knew what was going through Xena's head? Zuke gives us a peek into what the warrior princess might be thinking, and it's every bit as good as any of Zuke's other work! Short, intriguing and very interesting. If I'm going to take a journey into "what-if" land, I want Zuke to be my guide! - Morag - Nov 15th, 2002 |
| Original / Uber | Ancient | Alternative | Vignette | Very Short Story - 3 pages | Finished | Links: Stories by Zuke | |
| Xena | Alternative (Mature) | Romance (alt) | Short Story - 16 pages | Finished | Cast: Gabrielle, Xena Links: Stories by Zuke | |
Well, If You Hum a Few Bars by
| Original / Uber | Modern | Alternative | Romance (alt) | Novella - 67 pages | Finished | Cast: Xena, Derek, Michael, Emily Links: The Academy of Bards | |
| FUNNY,SWEET,FUNNY,WITTY,FUNNYYYY!!!!!!! - Katrina - Feb 22nd, 2004 good storyline with a great sense of humor. the author would push a funny line one more bit sometimes, and instead of making it too much, it would add just enough to make that smile a full-out grin or an outright laugh. very 'mature' humor, for want of a better word - not silly, though there's certainly nothing wrong with that either. definitely worth a read. - linda l. - May 6th, 2004 dead link. [Editor's Note: Fixed. 1-19-2010] - Anonymous - Jan-18-2010 I liked this story. It's funny, sweet, touching and full of twists and turns. It works very well. Recommended. - Lyn B - Apr-28-2011 |