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Average bakery sales per dayAny year, there are over 6,000 retail bakeries across the United States totaling to over $3,000,000,000 in sales combined. This company is averaging around $450,000 each as its total sales per bakery. The biggest corporations generate 75% of this $3...
Ram 1500 Light BulbsAbout 68 percent of U.S. households were equipped with incandescent light bulbs in 2010. Since then, however, the figure has dropped to 6 percent. This move has had a positive impact on the sector. According to Mark Rea, a professor at the Light...
What Should Be The Ball Position?Before you hit the ball with your driver, make sure to get your printable golf ball position chart right. Why is it so important? You are making a fast swing, so any mistakes in your setup will be big. Make sure that you take time to get everything p...
What is Dry Weight?Dry weight means how much a car or motorcycle weighs without any fluids. Wet weight means how much the car or motorcycle weighs with all the fluids. The weight of fuel and engine oil are almost always excluded to get the dry weight. Sometimes cool...
What are the dos and don’ts of modifying my car?If you want to change your car, like by adding a new engine or making it look better, there are some things you need to think about. Making car modifications can be very confusing. This is because there are a lot of laws that you need to know abou...
Where To Use A Leaf BlowerIf you are new to leaf blowers, you may be wondering where to use them. Leaf blowers can be used to blow leaves off of things like your lawn or patio furniture. You can also use them to dry things off like your car or patio furniture. There are ma...
How to pick headlight replacement bulbs for 2012 Hyundai ElantraHow do I know what size headlight bulb fits 2012 Hyundai Elantra? The Hyundai Elantra is a great car for those who need a reliable and affordable ride. But like any other car, it may into some issues with headlight bulbs, which are not invincible....
How can I make my car look good in pictures?As a car enthusiast, you want your car to look its best in pictures. But how can you make sure your car looks good in photos? There are a few things you can do to make sure your car looks great in photos. What settings should I use for car photogr...
How Do I Know What Windshield Wipers Will Fit My Car?There are a few things you need to know in order to find out what windshield wipers will fit your car. In this article we'll go over the three main points you need to consider before making your purchase. Will any windshield wiper fit my car?...
New 2023 Nissan Murano Specs and FeaturesOverview The 2023 Nissan Murano takes on a stylish look that is difficult to define, but which certainly looks good. However, its appeal starts and ends there as an aging platform holds it back from competing against newer two-row rivals such as...
The new 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD: What do you get for this priceOverview There's a reason why hardworking Americans love the Chevy Silverado HD: it just gets the job done. With its available Duramax diesel engine, the Silverado 2500HD and 3500HD can tow up to 36,000 pounds – more than enough to h...
The Best Tow Vehicles On The Market TodayThere are two towing limits for most vehicles: the braked limit and unbraked limit. The braked limit is significantly higher because a braked trailer aids in the braking performance of the combination - the tow vehicle with the attached trailer....
2023 Honda CR-V: what do you get for this moneyOverview In 2023, the brand-new Honda CR-V will come out with a whole new design that is guaranteed to wow both inside and out. With increased size and passenger space, this newly designed CR-V promises practicality like never before. Its interior...
2022 Dodge Durango: speck and featuresOverview The Dodge Durango's optional V-8 engine is remarkably powerful, and it doesn't sacrifice towing capacity for this power. With three rows of seats, the whole family can come along for the ride - although only kids will be comfortab...
Is 2023 Acura MDX A Good Car?Overview Presenting the 2023 Acura MDX, with its dashing exterior and three rows of seats catering to your family's needs in a lavish manner. But that’s not all – this SUV has been expertly designed for those who prioritize per...
2023 Honda Civic Informative Car ReviewOverview For years, the Honda Civic has been known for providing budget-conscious buyers with a compact car that allows them to feel proud of their wise financial decisions. The 2023 model takes things even further; delivering an aesthetically...
Advantages and Disadvantages of 2023 Jeep Grand CherokeeOverview The 2023 Grand Cherokee is the perfect blend of machismo and elegance. Even in its most basic form, this SUV offers an array of features that make it stand out from the crowd. However, if you upgrade to one of the higher-end trims, you...
How To Change Headlight Bulb In 2013 RAM 2500Hello, motoring enthusiasts! It’s me, your friendly neighborhood car fanatic, here to guide you through the exhilarating world of DIY car maintenance. Today, we're going elbows deep into the heart of a 2013 RAM 2500, a beast of a machine th...
Why I Chose Spin Fever Casino Over King Billy and Casoo — And Why It Was the Right ChoiceChoosing the right online casino can be a daunting task. Recently, I found myself in a similar situation, weighing my options between three intriguing platforms: SpinFever Casino found here by reviews, King Billy, and Casoo. Each had its own set of f...
art
32 masterpieces
In the beginning 42opus ran original art alongside the writing; we were especially interested in digital art: pieces created either entirely through a computer or heavily manipulated on a computer after traditional origins. However, we haven't published any new works of art since Vol. 3, No. 1 (March 2003).
authors
532 writers
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classics
142 oldies
The focus of 42opus is new writing, but we like to revisit classic work as well. Some of these pieces were selected for their timely relevance to holidays, some were selected to run nearby similar new work, but most were selected just because they're good. Includes: fiction, nonfiction, poetry.
editors' select
55 favorites
Begin here. If you're browsing 42opus for the first time, start with the Editors' Select. These are our favorites. Many of them have won awards and recognition elsewhere; all of them should have. New Editors' Select are added at a rate of one story and two poems every three months. Nonfiction is added sporadically. We love this little collection and hope you will, too. Includes: fiction, nonfiction, poetry.
fiction
133 tales
You know—exposition, character, dialogue, narrative arc… We haven't received as much fiction as we've wanted in the past so now we're almost begging for it: do you write short stories? Send us some. Includes work filed under short story, fiction, flash fiction, classic, among other labels.
nonfiction
46 articles
Not entirely made up, so far as we know… Includes work filed under letter, classic, review, essay, letter from the editor, poetry, review of poetry, poetic theory, travel writing, among other labels.
quarterly issues
37 issues
Nowadays, new work is added to 42opus a few times a week, but once we published four times a year. Issue numbers continue for the sake of organizational and archival cleanliness. List all issues or go to the contents of the latest issue.
poetry
732 poems
Written in verse rather than prose? Showcasing an intensity or beauty of language more characteristic of the traditions of verse than of prose? Includes work filed under prose poem, classic, among other labels.