"Naked Lunch"
Shifting from a scene of awkward conversation to one of physical and mental domination in "Naked Lunch", Michael Hollinger employs skillful characterization, careful symbolism, and illuminating dialogue to display the disfunctionality of a relationship between two mismatched personalities.

"Suburban"
Shifting from mundane daily events to a deep figurative conclusion in "Suburban", John Ciardi utilizes dry sarcasm, playful allusion, and graphic detail to describe the trials and tribulations of living in suburban America.