Young Adult
Highway 91: The Gate to Hell. Content Warning.
Eleanor and Lydia drove through the night, the oppressive sense of dread never leaving them. The city of Seraphim Falls seemed to blur into an endless expanse of darkness, each turn taking them further from the malevolent presence of Highway 91. But as they sped away, the horrors they had witnessed continued to haunt their thoughts.
By Kelly Munala Brookes2 years ago in Chapters
Highway 91: The Gate to Hell. Content Warning.
In the eerie twilight, as the sun dipped below the horizon, the city of Seraphim Falls seemed to hold its breath. Nestled in a forgotten corner of the American Midwest, Seraphim Falls was an unremarkable town to the untrained eye. But beneath its quaint surface, the town harbored dark secrets, secrets that had remained buried for centuries. Highway 91 ran through the heart of this town—a stretch of road that locals avoided after dark. Legends spoke of strange occurrences and inexplicable disappearances, but few dared to speak openly about the highway’s true nature.
By Kelly Munala Brookes2 years ago in Chapters
Smartystan
Prompts for the various aptitude tests varied widely. In one case, the proctors examined farming techniques by corn-fed women with wide, childbearing hips. Another tested for the ability to sweep streets in case a synth couldn’t be replaced by another synth. Actually, all of the jobs performed by humans were not threatened by synths, but became enhanced.
By Skyler Saunders2 years ago in Chapters
You’re So Vain {p2}. Content Warning.
Weeks after the incident, Sophia’s life had changed significantly. She had become a local celebrity in Lumina, her face gracing the covers of magazines and newspapers. Invitations to high-profile events poured in, and her once modest apartment was now filled with gifts and accolades from admirers. But despite the newfound fame, Sophia remained grounded. Her mission was clear: to continue her investigative work and expose the hidden truths lurking beneath Lumina's glamorous surface.
By Kelly Munala Brookes2 years ago in Chapters
You’re So Vain {p1}. Content Warning.
In the glittering city of Lumina, where wealth and power intertwined in a dazzling display of opulence, one man reigned supreme in the social hierarchy—Ethan Stone. Ethan was the epitome of charm and sophistication, a self-made millionaire who had climbed the ranks of Lumina’s elite through sheer determination and an unerring belief in his own superiority. But beneath his polished exterior lurked a sinister narcissism, a dangerous vanity that would lead to his downfall.
By Kelly Munala Brookes2 years ago in Chapters
Sign of the Times
In the heart of the bustling city of Cypheria, renowned for its cutting-edge technology and vibrant nightlife, a series of inexplicable events began to unfold, gripping its citizens in a state of perpetual anxiety. Cypheria was a city that thrived on innovation, home to towering skyscrapers, advanced AI systems, and a population that prided itself on being at the forefront of the digital revolution. But beneath the veneer of progress, a sinister mystery was brewing.
By Kelly Munala Brookes2 years ago in Chapters
A Creepy Summer in Hexville {Part 1}. Content Warning.
Hexville was a small, picturesque town nestled in the heart of the countryside, surrounded by rolling hills and lush forests. It was the kind of place where time seemed to stand still, where the air was always fresh, and the skies always clear. This summer, Michael and his wife, Laura, had decided to escape their bustling city life and spend their holidays in Hexville, drawn by the promise of tranquility and a chance to reconnect with nature.
By Kelly Munala Brookes2 years ago in Chapters
Linus
May 15, 2023 LINUS Today we went to the Vet. That is the dog doctor, in case you didn’t know. I like the Vet because mom always says, “Do you want to go see your friends?” And I do! I do like to go see my friends! So I go get in the car but I cannot jump up into the front seat like I could when I was young, so mom says, “hold on, let me get your stairs!” At first when she did this- got stairs- I looked at her with my head to the side, and I was confused. I also was very skeptical. This word I know means, I don’t know about this. I figured that out on my own because every time I tilt my head and look at my humans like this, and I am not sure about something, they say I am skeptical, so I think it is the same thing. So when Mom got the stairs the first time, I was skeptical.
By Morgan Longford2 years ago in Chapters
Lily and Ethan
Lily and Ethan had been indivisible since adolescence, their security fashioned in the very close local area of Willow Rivulet. Settled in the hug of moving slopes and thick timberlands, the town was a sanctuary of straightforwardness and excellence. The townsfolk frequently said Lily and Ethan resembled cut out of the same cloth, bound to be together.
By ABHIJIT BHOWMICK2 years ago in Chapters
From Worries to Stories. Content Warning. AI-Generated.
Before discovering the power of storytelling, my life was a tapestry of loss, survival, and pain. The turning point was a tragic car crash that took my parents' lives, leaving me as the sole guardian of my younger brother, who had battled mental issues since childhood. With no support system, I faced the harsh reality of caring for him alone.
By Kelly Munala Brookes2 years ago in Chapters
Smartystan
Go peered at his screen. He profited forty million dollars in a day. He cracked a smile. His skateboard led him to his destination: his mom’s house. It was a minimansion he had purchased for her when he made his first million dollars. Anna Go looked severe when Go kissed her cheek. She spoke in Japanese and English.
By Skyler Saunders2 years ago in Chapters
