Steve Geise writes stories that begin with a sentence submitted by one of his readers. His latest, Extra Crispy, is about a fast-food worker with a sordid past that he can’t escape. I’ve worked similar jobs, and have met personalities similar (although not as extreme) to this character; his story resonates very true to me on both the experiential and emotional level. I also admire Steve’s unique approach — take in a few words from a contributor, and run with it.
The Diligent Dilettante
Having fun is serious business
The Diligent Dilettante 
Thank you for posting my link and for the kind words you wrote to accompany it. It’s a great compliment to know it resonated with you so much that you would share it.