

Alcohol - Hard-boiled Wonderland and the End of the World
Ch. 7 (Skull, Lauren Bacall, Library) “I took some ice out of the freezer, poured myself a large quantity of whiskey, and added a splash...


Food/Kitchen - Hard-boiled Wonderland and the End of the World
Ch. 5 (Tabulations, Evolution, Sex Drive) "Brought you fresh coffee and sandwiches," he said. "Cucumber, ham, and cheese. Hope that's all...


Music - Hard-boiled Wonderland and the End of the World
Ch. 1 (Elevator, Silence, Overweight) “The elevator was made, apparently, of a miracle alloy that absorbed all noise. I tried whistling...