Magical Realism
Lost in the Death Zone
The Call of the Mountains Mohammad Ali Sadpara, a force of nature, was born in 1976 in the remote village of Sadpara, nestled in Pakistan's Himalayan Baltistan region. His childhood was not just about postcard-perfect views, but also about the harsh realities of life in the mountains. His family, like many others, relied on livestock farming to make ends meet. The village youth, including young Ali, often worked as porters for Western mountaineers and adventure tourists.
By Muhammad Ashfaq Bhatti11 months ago in Chapters
The True Story of the Niland Brothers Who Inspired ''Saving Private Ryan''
This heart-wrenching story of sacrifice, family and duty Steven Spielberg's iconic 1998 film Saving Private Ryan is considered one of the most impactful war flicks of all time. The movie mesmerized all the world with its gritty and realistic brutal depiction of the horrors of World War II, especially the craziness of the D-Day landings. Although the story of Private James Francis Ryan was fictitious, it was based on the true story of the Niland brothers. the tragic loss of life and in war, horrific choices that follow.
By Rohitha Lanka11 months ago in Chapters
"The Revolt in Ashdale" Chapter 8: A Dangerous Path
Anna woke up early the next morning. She was hungry and nervous because they were going to sail again. The good ship they had arrived on was set to return to Sailsbury at noon, and they needed to be there earlier so the cart and horses could be loaded aboard.
By Henrik Hageland11 months ago in Chapters
Tarot and Oracle Reading
The Crow Tarot : 3 card spread 1. The 2 of Cups A truly harmonious partnership. Two crows share the water energy as it flows between two cups and a divided heart. Negotiation to maintain a healthy balance and equally satisfying relationship, in romantic fashion or in business. This card represents a karmic connection.
By Sarah Wilcox11 months ago in Chapters
Secrets in the Smoke: The Town That Burns at Night
The town of Ashwood was once like any other—peaceful, quiet, and seemingly ordinary. Nestled in a valley surrounded by thick woods, it was the kind of place where everyone knew each other's names, and the biggest scandal involved who won the annual pie-baking contest. But beneath its picture-perfect surface, a dark mystery simmered.
By Vincent Otiri11 months ago in Chapters
The Power of Community and Social Connections . AI-Generated.
In a world where technology dominates our lives, it's easy to forget the importance of human connection. We spend hours staring at screens, interacting with people through likes and comments, but often neglecting the profound impact of face-to-face interactions.
By Henry Lucy11 months ago in Chapters
Abandoned Wishes Ep3
Dear Archivist, Congratulations on your first successful neutralization. Jeff and I are taking a drive through the mountain roads outside Pteetneet City as I’ve heard rumors of a cake stand in one of the mountain villages that turns written words into reality. We will be unavailable during the drive due to the increase in tunnel roads and overall bad reception. It shouldn’t take us more than one or two days.
By Amos Glade11 months ago in Chapters
Abandoned Wishes Ep1
A video monitor switches on to show a square windowless room. The picture is glitchy, a wave of grainy fuzz passing upward on the screen every thirty to forty-five seconds. In the center of the room is a square table and a chair. There is a bottle of sparkling water on the center of the table. The room is gray. The table is gray. The chair is gray.
By Amos Glade11 months ago in Chapters
