Such Sharp Teeth

by Rachel Harrison

Having a nightmare during a nap seems particularly cruel. Regular sleep, fine. But to be betrayed by a nap? Uncool.

“We always want to save the monsters, don’t we? And it never works out,”

“Why do you think I need to see a therapist?” “Why do you think you’re a werewolf?” “I am a werewolf.” “Well,” she says, “that’s why you need to see a therapist.”

“You can’t free yourself of pain by causing pain. If you don’t take measures to control yourself, all you’ll do is cause pain. There’s no relief in destruction. I think you know that.”