Men of Paradise

Van This is the only way I can make sure she’s safe. And she has to be safe. My feet are quieter than a whisper as they trudge along the asphalt. She doesn’t look at me until we’re nearly toe-to-toe, because she walks her with her beautiful head tipped down. That’s something I’m going...

Bran Losing your eye in an alley bar fight will change you. And I don't just mean physically. I thought my biggest hurdle was accepting that I look different. Turns out, my personal Everest is realizing that other people don't accept me. Specifically, women. I'm ready to throw in the towel on...

My entire life, I've wanted something dark and sinister. Something so private that I've yet to ask a boyfriend if they could give it. I've never trusted them enough. When my brother's best friend and golden retriever extraordinaire starts flirting me up, I find that years of friendship do not...