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Matthew Weaver, the ultimate NPX influencer... And now PMW has drunk his Kool-Aid! A sweet meta comedy full of NPX in-jokes and cameos, and a lovely valentine to the many wonderful relationships that have formed through this site.

A rich and deep history fills the space between these two men, and the dialogue between them is sharp and emotional. Sometimes harsh, sometimes lovely, the conflict pushes and pulls like the characters. Fantastic.

YESSSSS. This play is like “Bam!” Not what I expected when I opened it to read. It’s better.

A funny and loving story, given the terrifying secrets being revealed and the era in which it takes place. Sweetly and smartly told, the relationship between mother and son is so vivid the reader feels the fears from both sides. Ultimately a lovely story about what could be seen as less-than-lovely topics and circumstances.

A down-to-earth exploration of one side of a deteriorating relationship, and an outsider’s point-of-view. The bartender and homey feel of your favorite watering hole can sometimes offer the best advice, and it’s cheaper than counseling or therapy. A rich relationship is drawn quickly, but not between the lovers; between the protagonist and the bartender at his usual spot. Deft storytelling and dialogue, and an ending that is surprising but (given the circumstances) perfect.

He’s at it again! This funny and saucy short goes so many places you’d never suspect, and takes the reader along for quite a ride. Filled with great visuals, epic storytelling, foes, magic, and heroics... Even love. And tragedy. And laughs. Given the Shrek-ian undertones, this would be SO GREAT animated! Really fun!

Traditions and legends get twisted and tangled like tinsel in this madcap romp through holiday histories. A hilarious Christmas short with fun dialogue and even a few lessons along the way. Toss in some jabs at beloved holiday tales and you’ve got a great seasonal celebration, but you might want to leave the kids at home.

Shades of “Doctor Who” color this rollicking short piece, with sharp-tongued dialogue and hysterical banter. Plus, it features a talking cat. Danger, humor, love, and time-travel. Like the title suggests, it’s got all that and more. Incredibly fun!

Sharp and quick-witted, this piece has all of the drama and conflict of an awkward dinner party packed into just ten pages. Beautifully visual, bitingly funny. The relationships feel real and leveled, and it rolls along at a brisk pace. Great stuff.

A twisted tale of family secrets and healing. Intricate lives are woven in just a few pages, with deft and smart dialogue. Beautiful visuals, fascinating characters, and a subtly hilarious confession make this a very entertaining piece.