Charles Pineda is a queer man (he/him) of Latino heritage, and currently a creative writing MFA candidate at Boise State University. His short work can be seen from such varied outlets as Dead Star Press, IdaHome Magazine, Quibble Literary, and various others. Originally from the New Orleans area, he spent most of the last decade in entertainment before moving to writing full time. He is thrilled to have his first publication with this piece in Shotgun Honey.