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"Sock Monkey"

by Jennifer Bryan

James steals the monkey from the Central State University laboratory where he works.  He slides into his truck and pushes the animal carrier across the seat.  Beatrice's small fingers grasp the metal squares of the cage door.  She looks nervous, but James talks to her until she's turning circles in her cage, indicating happiness.  James smiles and tells her she's a good girl.

/nor, Number 2, Fall 2007

Cover Art: Laura Larson