"It is my belief that in order for a writer to progress they need to constantly move beyond the work they have accomplished in the past and venture out into new areas to explore. Much like the lizard who sheds his skin, a writer must shed the past, whether it was a success or a failure, whether applauded or ignored. A writer must be in a perpetual state of becoming. The works themselves are but the signposts they leave along the way.

I have brought these stories as far as I can bring them. Now it is time for them to face the world and fend for themselves. I hope they bring at least a small measure of enjoyment to you, the readers."

Bruce Mello