William Saint Val
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I write about anything that interests me, and I hope whatever I write will be of interest to you too.
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What Do All the "Great American Novels" Have in Common?
Here we go, folks: the Great American Novel Challenge. Vocal Plus just lobbed us a curve-ball of a prompt: they want us to write the first chapter of the "Great American Novel." Or, if you're from elsewhere, make it the Great "Insert-Your-Country-Here" Novel.
By William Saint Val2 years ago in FYI
How to Sound Like an Insufferable Food Snob
Ever found yourself at a fancy schmancy restaurant, where the menu is a linguistic labyrinth that makes your head spin? And it's not just because the prices could give you a heart attack, but the pretentious jargon they use to describe their dishes.
By William Saint Val2 years ago in Humor
Boat Up the River
"One less worry," I remarked to the captain. "Hmm," he replied. Seven days ago, five boats started on a journey up the river from an outpost nestled at the mouth of the jungle. Just before we sailed into one of the Amazon River tributaries, the third boat turned back, reducing our competition to one.
By William Saint Val3 years ago in Fiction
G R A D U A T I O N
In backwoods towns where hope is scarce, teenagers disappear without care. People believe they left willingly, seeking better opportunities elsewhere after graduation. Oh, how wrong they are. It's not about chasing dreams or escaping to greener pastures; it’s about who won't be missed.
By William Saint Val3 years ago in Fiction
First Arrival. Runner-Up in Past Life Challenge.
In a past life, before invisible lines had yet to confine our nomadic spirit, I roamed freely. Driven by an unknown force , an elusive call that urged me forward, I pressed on, aimless, even as the cold wind devoured me.
By William Saint Val3 years ago in History
The Price of a Dollar
Growing up, one of my favorite things to do was lie across my bed and read. Back then, I would often spend hours lost in the pages of my many books. From their pages, I read of ancient forests where magic was real and heroes vanquished ferocious monsters with mighty swords. I still love to read.
By William Saint Val3 years ago in Humans
