‘When I’m writing, I kind of just lose myself in it’

When he’s not working at his day jobs, which include sign spinning and car detailing, Parkoe Bailey enjoys writing short stories.

“I write short stories, like action and science fiction. I’ve been doing it for about 10 years. I’ve probably written over 30 stories. When I’m writing, I kind of just lose myself in it.”

What’s your favorite story?
“It’s one I wrote called ‘The Champion.’ It’s about the devil and Jesus boxing. The announcer introduces them, and they both walk into the ring. As the referee sets the rules and stuff, the devil is talking mess. So they go at it, and Jesus starts with a left hook and a right hook. They continue, round after round, until Jesus finally punches the devil’s head clear off his body. The end. I’ve been thinking, maybe I need to write a part two. But I’m not sure what it would be. This ending is pretty good.”

— Parkoe Bailey