Young Adult

THE WAITER'S MIND
THE WAITER'S MIND Michael had been working at Luna's Bistro for nearly five years, a quiet place with dark wood tables, yellowed lamps casting a warm, muted glow, and the aroma of freshly baked bread lingering in the air. To his regulars, Michael was just the man with the notepad, a flash of politeness who seemed to materialize at tables without sound or fuss. But to Michael, the restaur
By Vivian Nwanakwere about a year ago in Chapters
World In Tatters Ch. 50
I wake up to the same four brick walls I see every day, the only indication of the passage of time a dim light from the tiny window in the corner of my cell. That, and the deep growling in my stomach.
By Kevin Barkmanabout a year ago in Chapters
World in Tatters Ch. 49. Content Warning.
I can’t sleep the night before the trials. Honestly, I don’t know if anyone else can either. I try to avoid speaking with Alice and the others. Partially from anxiety, but mostly because I just don’t know what I would say. Any time they come near me, I just close my eyes and pretend.
By Kevin Barkmanabout a year ago in Chapters
Roman Chapter 8
Romans Chapter 8 is one of the most profound chapters in the Bible, written by the Apostle Paul. It addresses themes of salvation, life in the Spirit, and the assurance of God’s love.
By Danny Prem kumarabout a year ago in Chapters
The Attic's Echo
The Attic’s Echo follows the story of Mia, a young woman returning to her grandmother’s countryside home to sort through belongings after her passing. The house is old and full of secrets, each room a reminder of her family’s history, but the attic holds a particular mystery.
By Huchamabout a year ago in Chapters
Read this if you are in need for comfort
Hey there stranger! If you are reading this, I hope you are doing okay:) Even if you are not it is okay. I do not want to tell you to be optimistic or pretend to have it all together because I know how chaotic and messy life can be sometimes. While I know you are not feeling okay, that is why probably you have reached upon this video. I hope you remember that there are still so many days when life will feel lighter, where the beauty of nature will astonish you with the warmth of the sun and the somberness of the night.
By Hridya Sharmaabout a year ago in Chapters
World in Tatters Ch 48
Alice becomes much more lucid as we make our way back to Rachel and Jason. By the time we passed the command tent, she was walking on her own with only slight limp from bruising on her legs. Chris was able to fill me in a little better about what transpired following the botched rescue plan in Atlanta. Apparently, Jarvis followed Richard and Kiera’s orders to the letter, despite Rachel’s many protestations. Chris says he wasn’t too happy about leaving us behind either, but he knew they would need more help if they were to be able to do anything.
By Kevin Barkmanabout a year ago in Chapters
World in Tatters Ch. 47
A few minutes of shoving and fussing later, my mother’s goons throw me through the flap of one of the tents. I spin back at them, only to find a pistol in my face. I raise my hands in surrender, backing away from the gun barrel.
By Kevin Barkmanabout a year ago in Chapters
Sophmoronic: Chapter Two
Silvia sat by the pool, waiting for Lucita to get home. It was close to 6pm, and she still hadn’t come home. Silvia wondered if Luci stayed at her mother’s work until her mother got off. Was it a ploy to avoid everyone like she had done this summer.? Or was it just convenience? Silvia wondered about a lot of stuff. Despite this, Silvia remained seated by the pool, waiting for her, twiddling her thumbs. Her body jerked when someone began laughing. Over at the creaky pool gate, leaning over, stood Blake, staring at her like the jerk he was.
By Cyn's Workshopabout a year ago in Chapters
Chapter 21-30. Content Warning.
Chapter 21: Sweet Competition With a newfound determination, Soo Hyun and Min Joon made their way to the nearest ice cream shop, excitement buzzing between them. The afternoon sun painted the sky with shades of orange and pink, creating the perfect backdrop for their playful competition.
By Hadia Sirajabout a year ago in Chapters
The Haunting of Crestwood Manor
The Haunting of Crestwood Manor Chapter 1: Arrival at Crestwood The autumn air was crisp and cool as Emma Dawson drove her rented car down the narrow, winding road that led to Crestwood Manor. The trees, adorned in their fiery reds and oranges, seemed to close in on the path as if guiding her to her destination. Crestwood was a large, imposing estate hidden deep within the English countryside. It had been in her family for generations, though no one had lived there for years. The property had come to her unexpectedly, inherited from a distant uncle she had never known.
By Mahalakshmiabout a year ago in Chapters
Chapter 11-20. Content Warning.
Chapter 11: A Deeper Connection The warmth of Min Joon’s body enveloped Soo Hyun as they lost themselves in their kisses, the intensity of their connection igniting a fire within them both. Each touch felt electric, sending shivers of excitement coursing through Soo Hyun as he melted against his brother, the weight of their relationship pressing heavily yet sweetly on his heart.
By Hadia Sirajabout a year ago in Chapters