Historical Fiction
My Schmuddy Valentine, Chapte r One
*** The Undersheriff *** Once upon a time in Valentine, there was a swarthy young Undersheriff who worked far too hard for too little money. This was evidenced by the fact that on this particular morning, he was scrambling from roof to roof, chasing after one of the mischievous Ballace brothers.
By Delilah James9 months ago in Chapters
Love at First Lie, Chapter One
As a woman of learning, Kaitlyn had never believed in the supernatural. After all, there is no such thing as magic - no ghosts, no werewolves, no vampires, and while there may once have been knights in shining armor, there have never been dragons to slay - and she flat out refused to be a damsel in distress.
By Delilah James9 months ago in Chapters
To Slip the Surly Bonds
October 5, 1882 Worchester, Massachusetts “Push, Mrs. Goddard, push!” said Dr. Dunwood. Fannie Louise Goddard lay on her bed, her night clothes drawn up above her waist, exposing her distended abdomen. Her face wore a thin sheen of perspiration. It was twisted into a grimace as she breathed in and out rapidly. Her legs were spread apart in front of her.
By Terry Long9 months ago in Chapters
India-Pakistan Crisis 2025: A Comprehensive Political, Economic, and Global Analysis
The April 2025 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, which killed 26 people—mostly Indian tourists—has triggered the most significant escalation in India-Pakistan tensions in recent years. Both nations, equipped with nuclear capabilities and a long history of conflict, have responded strongly, leading to an increasingly volatile situation. This column analyzes the crisis in political, economic, and international contexts, with an emphasis on fresh developments, stakeholder positions, and global perspectives.
By Umair Ali Shah 9 months ago in Chapters
World Revolutions: A Tale of Change and Hope
The world has always been a stage for revolutions. From the streets of Paris to the plains of Cairo, from the mountains of Tibet to the vast lands of South America, revolutions have shaped the course of history. Yet, at the heart of every revolution, there lies a common story — the yearning for change, the cry for justice, and the hope for a better world.
By MD BILLAL HOSSAIN9 months ago in Chapters
Good Friday: The Day Death Spoke of Life
Christians all over the world observe Good Friday, a day commemorating Jesus Christ's crucifixion and death, every year on the Friday before Easter. At first glance, the name itself feels contradictory. How is it possible to call a day of brutal executions "good"? But there is a deeper truth hidden within this paradox: it was more than just one man's death; it was also the birth of a new path, a new faith, and a radical redefinition of love, sacrifice, and justice.
By MD.KAMRUL HOSEN9 months ago in Chapters
The Justice of the Desert: The Story of Hazrat Umar ibn Al-Khattab (RA). AI-Generated.
In the golden sands of the Arabian Peninsula, where power was once defined by lineage, wealth, and the sharpness of the sword, arose a man whose leadership would etch itself into history not by tyranny, but by justice, simplicity, and fear of God. He was Umar ibn Al-Khattab (RA), the second Caliph of Islam—a towering figure in stature, intellect, and righteousness.
By Zain Ul Abedin Khan9 months ago in Chapters
The Deep Black Box
It was to be a routine salvage dive. The Eurydice, a charter exploration vessel, was sweeping the South Atlantic for wreckage sunk beneath the waves—old war debris, shipping containers, anything that was worth salvaging. The trench they were searching was outside most shipping lanes, in an area of sea so deep it swallowed sonar.
By Amzad Rahid9 months ago in Chapters
