Piker Press — Weekly Journal of Arts and Literature
March 16, 2026

Issue of June 11, 2012

11 articles in this issue.


Small Damages: Book Review by Wendy Robards — Book review "Small Damages"

A young pregnant woman is sent to Spain to give up her baby in Beth Kephart's novel "Small Damages."

THE ODDS by Bill Harvey — Comic

Introducing a new comic: THE ODDS! We hope you enjoy the adventures of Tad and Elmira ODD.

Return Fare by Michael Price — Cover story short fiction life

Now there's a kid who knows how to take care of his toys!

Spanakopitas: It's All Greek To Me by Lydia Manx — Food recipe "Spanakopitas"

Calling this dish "Spinach Pie" makes it sound like something your mother would MAKE you eat. Instead let's call it "Spanakopitas" and savor every last bite!

Madagascar 3: Movie Review by Bernie Pilarski — Movie review "Madagascar 3"

Yes, this movie is worth braving a packed movie theater filled with pop-corn crunching kiddies. And this one is probably worth the extra cost of 3-D.

The Mystery of Charles Dickens: A Tale of Mesmerism and Murder by John Paulits — Novel exerpt "The Mystery of Charles Dickens"

To tantalize our reading appetite, John Paulits shares with us an exerpt from his newest novel, "The Mystery of Charles Dickens."

Peek of the Week 352 by Sand Pilarski — Photo art

Who likes peppers? Observe the classic charm of the leaf-cutter bee.

The Twinning 10 by Barbara Rendall — Serial fiction culture China

Conclusion. With souvenirs and Chinese presents packed in their bags, the delegation prepares to return to Canada. And they will carry with them another gift from China ...

Cappuccino Is the Answer for Job Dissatisfaction 5 by Hillary E. Peak — Serial fiction employment

Sitting around doing nothing for an insane boss was horrible. Working hard and doing a good job -- this next job is just great by comparison!

The Complex 27 by Lydia Manx — Serial fiction horror vampires mature content

His two captives have some serious conflict in their shared past -- Jerry must travel back in their memories to learn what it is...

Dinner With Henry 68: OOPS by Bruce Memblatt — Short fiction fantasy humor

Overshadowed by Simpson's insane determination, Andre, Shakespeare, and Henry follow him and his dynamite to the loft ...

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