The Lemonwood Quarterly

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The short story title page for Faute de Mieux features colorful abstract artwork from a detail from 'Ghost' by Christi Nogle, 12″ x 12″, Acrylic on Panel, 2025-26, and a portrait of author Justina Bombard, and text about hearing keyboard sounds through a bathroom vent.

Faute de Mieux: ‘for lack of something better’— For women in today’s America, good friends are more important than ever. A poignant, loving, celebration of female friendship in terrible times. Read ‘Faute de Mieux‘ by Justina Bombard. You’ll want a friend like Charlotte! 100% English, 100% FREE for all readers!