What Bubba Yaya Wants
*This post includes an excerpt from the short story "The Librarian" by HR Apostos. Tinkletoes/John looks at Carp and grins. “Maybe the stuff in those girlie books you used to write isn’t such a bad thing.” The self-proclaimed mercenary puckers his lips. Francesca takes a step back. “No,” she says. “No?” “I will not kiss you. There is an active contract out on you.” “Don’t start anything that’s doomed to fail?” Writer Lady asks. Francesca nods. “Hmm.” Writer Lady nods her assent. She can respect that philosophy. Most of Francesca’s acquaintances will probably go under contract eventually, not making them good candidates for a long term relationship. Tinkletoes/John studies Francesca for a moment. He shakes his head. “I don’t believe you. You’re attracted to me.” “ I will not kiss you.” Tinkletoes/John looks at Francesca. “Do you mind?” She backs away further. Tinkletoes/John steps towards Writer Lady and the computer monitor. He begins reading. He