Cold Colors

"Cold Colors", a poem from Neil Gaiman's collection Angels & Visitstions/Smoke & Mirrors, explores the nature of technology and morality in a world where evil is more tech-savvy than Good. This free short story also includes a preview of The Ocean at the End of the Lane.

Audience
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