Fiction
In Defense of Procrastination: A Productivity Expert's Confession"
In the high-stakes world of productivity, where deadlines loom large and efficiency is king, there's one word that strikes fear into the hearts of taskmasters everywhere: procrastination. But what if I told you that procrastination might just be the secret sauce to success? Hold onto your to-do lists, folks, because this is the confession of a productivity expert who's here to defend the art of procrastination.
By Alexander Mensah2 years ago in Chapters
Love in the Shadows of the Kingdom {Chapter5}. AI-Generated.
Uncertain Times As the kingdom of Edinburgh began its transformation, Isabella and James found themselves navigating an uncertain future. The changes brought about by King Frederick's reforms were promising, but the road to equality was fraught with challenges. Old prejudices lingered, and not everyone welcomed the new order.
By Kelly Munala Brookes2 years ago in Chapters
BARE HUNTER
Donnie visits Sharon. The house was dark with only one vehicle in the driveway. Teddy was busy in the woods with Fred, so I figured she must be alone. The adrenaline rush from chasing Ted through the woods had crashed leaving me exhausted. Plus, the hole fuckin Fred had put in my arm wasn’t helping. I popped another beer and dug through the console for some of that Thorazine I’d been spiking Ted’s drinks with. The gunshot wound was burning like hell, making my mind fuzzy. Couldn’t have that, so I swallowed a tablet washing it down with the rest of my beer. Then, leaned back in the driver’s seat to rest my eyes.
By Tina D'Angelo2 years ago in Chapters
Smartystan
His books on the inequality of individuals living in the United States illuminated screens. Dr. Strong’s spectacular sales gave him enough financial freedom to continue to live alone in his glass castle. The shape of it reminded anyone of a stack of boxes arranged with such precision and care that you had to ask why the architect didn’t just fall in love with the building and claim it as her own.
By Skyler Saunders2 years ago in Chapters
Under the Sunset, It Rises. AI-Generated.
Chapter 1: The Unseen Threat Detective Lila Hayes had seen her fair share of strange cases in her ten years with the Eldoria Police Department, but nothing prepared her for the events that would transpire under the cover of night. As the sun set, the city seemed to hold its breath, waiting for the unseen threat to rise.
By Kelly Munala Brookes2 years ago in Chapters
Savannah, I'm Coming Home. AI-Generated.
Evergreen Hills was a quaint, picturesque town nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. With its cobblestone streets, historic homes, and vibrant community, it was the kind of place where everyone knew each other and life moved at a slower, more meaningful pace.
By Kelly Munala Brookes2 years ago in Chapters
Love in the Shadows of the Kingdom {Chapter2}. AI-Generated.
Princess Isabella, the youngest daughter of King Frederick and Queen Eleanor, was known throughout the kingdom for her beauty and grace. She was a vision with her cascading blonde curls, sapphire eyes, and a heart that beat for the well-being of her people. Unlike her siblings, Isabella often ventured into the city, disguised as a commoner, to understand the struggles of her subjects. It was during one such outing that fate led her to James.
By Kelly Munala Brookes2 years ago in Chapters
The Clockmaker's Daughter and the Keeper of Unsent Dreams. AI-Generated.
Millie Button lived a life as predictable as the ticking of the grandfather clock in her hallway. Each morning, a crisp copy of the Abernathy Gazette landed on her doorstep at 7:13 am, followed by the rhythmic clatter of Mrs. Peabody's milk cart at 8:02 am. Tuesdays and Thursdays were for grocery deliveries, Wednesdays were for mending, and Fridays brought a single, fragrant rose from the florist. But on a blustery Tuesday, routine surrendered to the extraordinary.
By A Peaceful Mind2 years ago in Chapters
BARE HUNTER
SANDY Okay, Tim-Tim, you’ve had a big day, I’ll make you a bubble bath, you bring your dinosaurs. Then, it’s off to bed, kiddo,” I suggested. While I helped Timmy in the bath, Doug made himself useful by repairing the leaky drain in the kitchen sink, using some old caulk he found in a closet. He couldn’t stand to sit around twiddling his thumbs and he liked repairing things. Worked for me.
By Tina D'Angelo2 years ago in Chapters
Love in the Shadows of the Kingdom {Chapter1}. AI-Generated.
Characters James Thompson: A young Black man with a talent for music and horse training. Intelligent, kind, and deeply in love with Isabella. Princess Isabella (Belle): The youngest daughter of King Frederick and Queen Eleanor. Beautiful, compassionate, and determined to break free from societal norms. King Frederick: A stern but just ruler, torn between his love for his daughter and the traditions of his kingdom. Queen Eleanor: The queen, supportive of her daughter but bound by the expectations of her role. Prince Edward: Isabella's eldest brother, protective and loyal, caught between his duty to the crown and his love for his sister. Lord William: The king's advisor, driven by prejudice and a desire to maintain the status quo. Margaret: A loyal friend of Isabella who helps in their escape. Thomas: James' friend and ally, who assists in their journey to freedom.
By Kelly Munala Brookes2 years ago in Chapters
