Fake Nonfiction

“An Explanation for the Gaps on My Resume or How I Failed My Way Up in Hollywood,” by Darcy Cagen

Aug 27th, 2025 | By

2008–2011: Writers’ Strike & Depression

I thought I’d get paid more after the writers’ strike because that’s what me and my bedazzled Writers’ PAs are the backbone of the industry! signs were for. But a bunch of writers’ PA jobs were cut, so I had an important decision to make: move back to my parents’ mansion in Bethesda or dumpster dive for Subway sandwiches near the Santa Monica Pier. So, dumpsters it is!



“Life in the Land of Lost Causes,” by James B. Kobak, Jr.

Aug 13th, 2025 | By

That was Sunday, before the watchman and the dogs chased me out of the landfill. Now it seems as if I have misplaced the Ferrari. I remember leaving the car idling on the street while I stopped in at City Hall to see if the landfill had a lost and found. May have left keys in the car. Don’t see it anywhere. Che sara lieu sara, as Enzio Ferrari might say. At least I didn’t get a parking ticket.



“From the Disney Story Department: Premises of Even More Sequels No One Asked For,” by Andria Kennedy

Aug 6th, 2025 | By

Coming to a theatre near you—as soon as the anti-woke, “Christian,” misogynistic armchair critics finish tanking the ratings and forcing the cast members to quit showbiz!



“We Live Next Door and We Are Inspired by How Hard You Party,” by Alex Dermody

Jul 30th, 2025 | By

Dear Kevin in 3C:

Congratulations on the five-day bender. Incredible. How did all those people fit in your apartment? My wife and I thought nothing would ever top your last Labor Day marathon. You’re an inspiration, Kevin. We used to get wild. The baby made us forget. But you’re our reminder, Kevin, that the party’s still out there.



The Placebo Meadows Lectures: Series 3,” by Stan Dryer

Jul 9th, 2025 | By

Here at Placebo Meadows we believe that no matter how old you are, you should always be willing to participate in the joy of learning. With that thought in mind, we are pleased to announce this year’s lectures. Dates will be announced in the near future.