Chapter 35

http://www.newtimesslo.com/special-issue/8/55-fiction/how-to-enterAppendix B: 55 Fiction by Paul Alan Fahey

Note: Some stories are shorter than 55 words, which is allowed by the rules.

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The Make-up Artistby Paul Alan Fahey

“Hurry up,” Bert calls. “Five Minutes till showtime.”

Always a rush. Who’s the expert here anyway? Some jungle red blush, a dab of lipstick, a bit of eyeliner. The best I can do under the circumstances, Sylvie.

“Now!” Bert screams.

Time to shine. Goodbye old girl, have to close the lid.(51 words)

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Good Hair Dayby Paul Alan Fahey

“Nice ride, love?” her husband asked.

“Smashing,” she said.

“Anything untoward happen?”

“No. It went well just…”

“What?”

“Tom’s peeping again.”

“Nosy bugger.”

“Quite. You’ll keep your part of the bargain?”

“Yes, dear, I shall remove the taxes.”

“Lovely.” Godiva patted his rump on her way upstairs to dress. (49 words)

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Peeperby Paul Alan Fahey