Young Adult

THE GIRL IN THE BLUE HOODIE
Chapter 1 – The Bus Stop The first time I saw her, she was sitting alone at the bus stop outside our school gate, her blue hoodie pulled so far over her head that I could barely see her face. Everyone else walked past her like she was part of the bench—like she didn’t exist.
By Asanda Memelaabout a month ago in Chapters
Tattoos & Rail Guns Chapter 6: Day of the Doctor
The next day, Lieutenant Sawyer started her plans for Douglas and Samuels. She took advantage of them eating together with Walker to talk to them. Fortunately, they had taken a trip to the PX and so Douglas was not in his usual blacks but instead a pair of jeans and a PT shirt. Well, Walker was sort of with them; he was deep in a book with something Latin as the title.
By Jamais Jochimabout a month ago in Chapters
The Thief and the Prince – Chapter 3: Peacock
Peacock Morning light broke gently across the forest as Kael and Arin followed a narrow path woven between towering ancient trees. Dew sparkled on the leaves like tiny crystals, and the air was cool enough to sting their lungs. It was the first time since their escape that Kael felt the world breathing again.
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The Thief and the Prince – Chapter 2: Farewell, Paevia
Farewell, Paevia Dawn crept slowly over the kingdom of Althera, painting the sky in faint gold and silver, but the light could not soften what the land had become. Smoke still rose from the lower districts, and the cold wind carried the smell of ashes.
By Wings of Time about a month ago in Chapters
Self Care Hobbies And Life
When we think about hobbies do we automatically think self-care why or why not? Are hobbies and self-care one in the same? Well let’s think about this for a moment, when we talk about our hobbies we aren’t usually talking about the self-care that we do, we could be to some extent but not usually. Self-care is just something we do to relax ourselves in the form of something we enjoy, a hobby is more something that we do that we enjoy. When we think of self-care for ourselves and hobbies for ourselves what comes to mind? Is it all about going out and getting our nails or hair done that we consider self-care or is it, reading a book or watching a television show? Now I know I probably listed a hobby or two there, but that’s the point some self-care things that we do are hobbies or can be hobbies too. This is how life, hobbies and self-care can be one in the same. Now it might not be that way for everyone but for some people that is how it is.
By Louise Barracoabout a month ago in Chapters
Memoir | Retirement | Part VI of VI
In 1986, the U.S. Department of Prominence provided me with opportunities to explore life beyond the confines of my low-income housing projects in Southeast Washington, D.C. From 1997-1999, I was fortunate enough to travel the globe on their behalf, offering me a broader perspective of the world. This chance to see the world at the government’s expense was an incredible blessing, a true gift from above. Working closely with U.S. diplomats was an exhilarating experience, filled with high-energy tasks and challenges. Collaborating with these dedicated individuals greatly enriched my character and wisdom. I am immensely thankful for the valuable experiences I gained while working at this federal government agency.
By Mia Z. Edwardsabout a month ago in Chapters
From Mother, With Love
The morning sun filtered through the thin curtains, casting soft gold across the kitchen floor where little Lila sat cross-legged, carefully threading wildflowers into a crooked chain. She hummed a melody she didn’t quite know the name of—something her mother sang when the world felt too big and Lila felt too small.
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CHAPTER 1: The First Night of Sakura
The air in Maruyama Park carried a hint of spring. It was cool and sweet, filled with the gentle scent of Sakura. Lanterns glowed softly, and petals drifted down in slow spirals, gathering at Hana Okamoto’s feet as she hurried along the stone path, her breath quickening.
By Lori A. A.about a month ago in Chapters
Memoir | Breaking Through Protocol | Part VI of VI
An urgent email was distributed to office secretaries from the Secretary at the U.S. Department of Prominence requesting that all his key staff come to the Press Room in our building for an urgent press briefing regarding his formal statement for the local and cable news outlets. I had to move quickly to ensure our bureau’s incoming assistant secretary was present at the Secretary’s press briefing. This meant I had to interrupt her swearing-in ceremony, which wasn’t an easy task. As expected, I faced resistance from her advisor.
By Mia Z. Edwardsabout a month ago in Chapters
Brass Ring Chapter 5: The Storm Gathers
Late morning sunlight streamed into the room. Paul stretched, almost hitting Bruno. He smiled, happy that he had taken the day off and, better yet, had convinced Bruno to play hooky as well. He lifted the blanket the two shared, appreciative that Bruno was as trim as he was in his Corsair days; he'd bet a million dollars that Bruno could still defeat a swarm of crazed swordsmen even today. He got up, deliberately keeping himself to "normal" speeds, and walked to the kitchen.
By Jamais Jochimabout a month ago in Chapters
Brass Ring Interlude 1: When A Cape Falls
The crowd at the Crooked Jape parted as the thin, wrinkled man in the dark suit moved through it. his dark suit, Jonathan Verictus smiled; he had nothing to fear from the killers that frequented this premier gambling establishment. His tight-lipped smile had nothing to do with the parting of the crowd, but everything to do with the missive he had received in his email along with his morning newsletter. The news he had received made it worth putting on the restrictive headgear so he could deal with the din of the casino.
By Jamais Jochimabout a month ago in Chapters
A JAPANESE LOVE STORY
Every spring, Kyoto feels like a beautiful dream. Soft pink blossoms fall quietly, almost like whispers. On the first night of hanami, the cherry blossom festival, two strangers meet under the moonlit sakura trees. Both are struggling with their own pain and looking for a way out of lives that feel too small. Even though they come from different worlds, fate brings them together as petals fall around them.
By Lori A. A.about a month ago in Chapters