Every year Larry Correia posts a new installment of “The Christmas Noun”. This year’s edition (ninth in a series!) is excellent as always. You should investigate at this link. Here’s a taste:
“‘But Tim, you forget that Larry Correia is writing this story. There is sure to be gratuitous violence at some point. So I’m drafting you to be in the Secret Santa Service.’
Okay, that made sense. ‘Don’t worry, Santa. I’m on my way.’ Tim hung up and called to his faithful, adorable, huggable, lovable, and merchandise-moving animal companion. ‘Come on, Superfluous Marketing Dog™! Let’s go elect some ghosts!’
‘Woof,’ said Superfluous Marketing Dog™ with grim determination.”