Fable

The God's Trickery
The reverberating of each stone as it was placed in its designated location rang through the midnight air. The pounding of stone against stone was almost unbearable as she roused in her chambers, unable to fall into her trans-like sleep. Her heartbeat against the echo of stone, knowing her entire future lay in the hands of such foolishness and trickery.
By O.M. Vireaux3 years ago in Fiction
The Broken Bird. Runner-Up in Microfiction Magic Challenge.
The way you swoop and sing is mesmerizing. I spend hours in the shade of the tree where you have your nest with seed in my outstretched hand, enticing you out of the sky to be with me. My heart hammers when you finally land. My hand closes. You’re so soft. Your claws and beak, made for branches and seeds, inflict no pain. Your bones, so light to escape things that might break you, pop with ease when I squeeze. It’s over too quickly. I don’t know what’s next. Squirrels are harder to catch, but dogs are harder to break.
By Bethany G3 years ago in Fiction
Phantoms
They come about with groans as the sun goes down. The afterlife is quite different without their bodies. It takes much more effort than before to lift and handle objects, but some master the skills again: smoking pipes and drinking glasses rise mid-air to their own success, well-earned.
By Megan Baker (Left Vocal in 2023)3 years ago in Fiction
Plea of Temporary Insanity
“They willl forget you, you know.” He said taking the needle and squirting it lightly as he scanned for a suitable vein. “It doesn’t matter,” I sighed, “I had to say it, all the words. Freedom is important. They may forget me, but you can’t kill an idea. If I have to die so be it, I will meet my maker in peace. And my words are out there for all to know forever in the minds of future generations. They may forget me, but they will remember my ideas.”
By Zelda Foxx3 years ago in Fiction
Fairies of the Snowfall
They gather slowly on a day of gloom, excitedly awaiting the festivities about to begin. It will take all of them to put on the show.
By Megan Baker (Left Vocal in 2023)3 years ago in Fiction
The Symphony of Stars
In a small town nestled amidst rolling hills, there lived a young girl named Lily. She had always been drawn to the beauty of the night sky, spending countless hours gazing at the stars, mesmerized by their shimmering brilliance. Little did she know that her life was about to change forever.
By Kenneth Argüello3 years ago in Fiction
A Slug's Life
Running late, Marvin crawled up the rock as he journeyed to the new crop of mushrooms down the log. 45 minutes later, in record time, he found his agent Gregory and cameraman Carl under the mushrooms shade.
By Savannah Martinez-Uhler3 years ago in Fiction
Enter Sandman
A window curtain flutters on a night breeze. The window is open to let the cool spring air permeate the room. The night is bright so when the man passes on the outside of the window you can see his shadow, like dead night against the flower pattern. The little girl asleep in her bed will never know about the nighttime prowler.
By Chantae Harding3 years ago in Fiction
Fountain of Youth
"What happened?" Asked my twin brother. "You fell in the spring." I answered still in shock. "Wait, why do I sound like I'm eight years old?"
By Millard Walton3 years ago in Fiction
The Mermaid and the Phoenix
On an island in the realm of Fantasia sat a tiny fishing village where all the little fishing boats come and go, in that fishing village sat a small little tavern that had the prettiest little barmaid that old Jack ever had the fortune of laying his eyes on. He was a lonely old man who just wanted just a little bit of companionship, and was approaching the end of his life cycle, he knew this one was coming, and could feel the inner clock setting for the last hours of his life being set.
By Timothy E Jones3 years ago in Fiction
Whispers of the Jungle
Once upon a time, in a mysterious jungle hidden deep within the heart of a forgotten land, there lived a young girl named Maya. She possessed an uncanny connection with nature and a profound curiosity about the world around her. Maya spent her days exploring the lush greenery and listening to the whispers of the wind, searching for answers that seemed to elude her.
By Bernard Okoth3 years ago in Fiction
Fantasy Broken
Susan walked across the quad and headed for the student union. Wilmont College was a beautiful place with a beautiful campus. She had loved it when she first arrived here for her freshman year and after she had met Dennis, it was even better. She joked about love at first sight with him, but truly believed that was what happened. “Hey Susan,” Jason yelled at her as he ran to catch up. “Hold your horses. Going to breakfast?” he asked. Susan tried not to let Jason see the tears in her eyes. “I’ll go with you if that’s ok.” Jason was hoping Susan wasn’t mad at him for everything that had happened. “Are you ok?” Jason asked. Susan nodded her head again and swallowed hard before she looked at Jason. “I’m okay. Trying to get back to normal.” Susan started to cry and Jason reached out for her. “I don’t know what’s normal anymore,” Susan sobbed as she reached back for Jason.
By Barbara Gode Wiles3 years ago in Fiction