Actually, I didn't like TOGOM. I thought the resolution was comic-book corny.

But I love the adaptations of the episode. I love the way people play with the events and the characters. I love the different ways different authors tell us what's really going on in the minds and hearts of Lois and Clark.

And you've hit the ground running at top speed, Ace. Your experience shows in the way you present Clark's dilemma and Lois's absolute agony. Superman is in for a double-earful, isn't he?

And how will Lois react to the news that the man she has just discovered she loves isn't dead, but can never appear as himself again? What a conundrum! I can't wait to see how you resolve this situation. You've certainly got my attention.

Almost forgot to mention, your title is excellent. Brilliant, even. It's life after Clark for both Lois and Superman. Like I said, I can't wait for the next chapter. I hope your students behave!


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- Stephen King, from On Writing