Out of the Barrel: A Novella

They were the first generation in their families to graduate from college and to work at salary-paying jobs: Adrian, Deshaun, Earl, and Fiona. They've found out that after the climb, then comes the real struggle to stay Out of the Barrel.

A crab can be anyone in your life; an acquaintance, family, friend, or stranger. Know the crabs in your barrel.

• There's the Pincher; who wants your spare change.
• There's the Puller; who begs for what they need.
• There's the Grabber; who steals and takes.
• The...