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Snow White Hat
In the heart of Silicon Valley, where innovation and ambition thrived like caffeine-fuelled startups, there was a young woman named Snow White Hat. She was the daughter of a renowned tech entrepreneur who had built a successful company from the ground up, using nothing but a garage, a dream, and an endless supply of ramen noodles.
By Ian Vinceabout a year ago in Fiction
Ansel and Greta
In a densely populated neighborhood in America, there lived a man with his wife and two children. His children were enthusiastic creators and builders, and they filled his small home to the point of bursting with all their projects, gadgets, and other brainchildren. The man, having a meager income, could not afford a larger space for the children to spawn their fantasies.
By A. S. Lawrenceabout a year ago in Fiction
The Many Errands of Hercules
Bill “Hercules” Thompson was no longer the same man who earned the nickname, but no one would let him forget it. He had once been a violent man, determined to have his way at work, on the road to work, at hockey games where he tried to forget about work or at any other event where he had to deal with the public. Unfortunately, he was not allowed to forget who he once was. A court case involving an elderly driver, his walking cane, and serious damage to a Honda Civic were enough to have the name stick. And so, he lived his life with as much peace and quiet as he could sustain and stomach.
By Kendall Defoe about a year ago in Fiction
Mermaid on a Motorcycle
Have you ever seen a mermaid ride a motorcycle? – Neither did I. Until yesterday, that is. You will, of course, reasonably object that this is all made up, just a stupid joke. Because no one can ride a motorcycle with one limb, pardon me one tail, as the motorcycle requires the balance of two equally weighted legs. And I would have fully agreed with you. Again, only before yesterday, when I saw it with my own eyes. But let me tell you everything from the beginning.
By Lana V Lynxabout a year ago in Fiction
Winter Break. Runner-Up in Legends Rewritten Challenge.
You might think it's great to grow up with it being springtime all the time but that's only because you probably didn't. Let me tell you firsthand: that shit blows.
By Raistlin Allenabout a year ago in Fiction
A Dark Deception
The beautiful sound of music reverberated through the palace gallery. Baron Damian Graf stood with a calm and simple smile on his face, lit by the gold and silver chandeliers. His eyes were fixed on a girl standing at the other end of the palace, wearing a green gown, and dressed like a princess. They both smiled at each other. It was as if they had been together for centuries, their world was complete.
By Karan w. about a year ago in Fiction
Why the Wolf Howls in Pain
Most people will be aware of the story called The Boy Who Cried Wolf in one of its many forms. Used as a tale to teach children not to lie, it has been a staple of bedtime rituals for many decades. However, as is the way with so many stories based on real events, the truth is sidelined for the convenience of easier-to-sell villains, especially when the tale is passed from one generation of humans to another.
By Paul Stewartabout a year ago in Fiction
Little Red Riding Hood 2.0: How Not to Get Catfished by the Big Bad Wolf
Once upon a time, in a world of Wi-Fi and endless scrolling, there lived a girl named Little Red. She had thousands of followers, a perfectly curated Instagram feed, and a knack for posting selfies with inspirational captions like "Lost in the algorithm, but still thriving."
By Alain SUPPINIabout a year ago in Fiction
The REAL Story of the Three Little Pigs
I guess you think you know this story. You don't. The real one's much more gory. R. Dahl Once upon a time, there was a pig, and she had three piglets. They were called Oops, Whoops and Daisy.
By L.C. Schäferabout a year ago in Fiction
The Echoes of a Broken Past
Every human’s life is a story, and when the pain of passing time begins to ache in the chest, tears spill over. At such moments, the heart wishes to lighten its burden by sharing this story with someone. My childhood was spent in orphanhood. My mother bore every hardship that a grieving widow could endure, but she couldn’t fill the void of a father. So, a sense of deprivation stayed with me always, and youth crept in quietly. After matriculation, I stayed home.
By TaleSpotabout a year ago in Fiction
From Cinderella To eBay
Cinderella And The Ugly Sisters With A Twist Once upon a time, in a quaint village nestled among emerald hills and sparkling streams, lived three sisters whose beauty was the talk of the town. Cinderella, the youngest, dazzled all with her long golden hair, while her elder sisters, Bella and Ella, captivated hearts with their raven locks and striking blue eyes. However, tragedy struck when their beloved parents passed away, leaving the sisters to fend for themselves in a world suddenly full of uncertainty.
By Marie381Uk about a year ago in Fiction
The Metamorphosis. AI-Generated.
Theme: The central theme of The Metamorphosis revolves around alienation, both social and familial, as well as the dehumanizing effects of modern life. The protagonist, Gregor Samsa, experiences a literal transformation into a giant insect, which becomes a metaphor for the emotional and social alienation he already feels in his life. The novella also touches on themes of responsibility, the absurdity of existence, and how individuals lose their identity within societal and familial structures.
By Tayyaba Khanabout a year ago in Fiction