“My desire was a galloping thing, and her touch, unlike that of boys, didn't snuff it out. If my body had been a passive machine from which men made withdrawals, like an ATM whose code they were handed on the day of their first erection, then with her it was a winning slot machine, screaming jangly music and spewing coins.”
Melissa Febos is a contemporary writer known for her unique narrative style and profound insights into personal experiences. Her works often explore themes such as gender, identity, and memory. more
“Most people want more than they have without having made the most of what they have.”
“The desire of the soul is this---to be beautifully disposed.”
“I've never gone to bed with any monsters, I only woke up with a few dozen or so.”