Microfiction

"You must let what happens happen"
This story is part of the Vocal + Assist on Facebook Lost in a Story Challenge. You can learn more about it here: Something happened when I grabbed that jar off Clare, because as I twisted the lid, I felt a pop, and for a millisecond, thought I’d opened it. But it was just my arse hitting the mud.
By Hannah Moore2 years ago in Fiction
Crimson wall
In the heart of the ancient manor, a room concealed by darkness beckoned with an eerie allure. Its crimson walls pulsed with a mysterious energy, whispering secrets of forgotten souls and forbidden desires. This was no ordinary chamber; it was the infamous Red Room.
By RICHARDS DIVINE💜🌸2 years ago in Fiction
A Most Haunting Tune. Finalist in 2023 Vocal Writing Awards - Flash Fiction.
I remember my first glimpse of Karolina. I was already a regular here at the abandoned dock, always feigning the need for a stroll to escape my doting husband. When Karolina had stumbled upon the dock, she'd struck me like the first bite of a pomegranate, bittersweet and explosive. In her rusty eyes, I’d recognized the same plight as mine.
By E. L. Stacy2 years ago in Fiction
The Reunion
The gloomy morning felt foreboding to Oliver as he left his house, locked the side door behind him, and walked to his car. The Volvo he drove now wasn’t the same vehicle he drove when last he saw Jenny, but his mind wandered to that beat up Nissan as he turned over the engine. Since she had texted him a few weeks ago, it felt like all he had experienced were flashbacks like these, only broken by crippling feelings of dread, scabbed over anger, and a longing—or a grieving—for what could have been.
By Tyler Bianco2 years ago in Fiction
Love under water
In the depths of the ocean, where the sunlight barely touched, lived two mermaids named Marina and Kai. They resided in the vibrant coral city of Atlantica, a place filled with colorful fish, shimmering corals, and an eternal sense of wonder. Marina, with her emerald-green tail, was known for her enchanting voice that echoed through the underwater canyons. Kai, with his sapphire-blue scales, was an adventurous and curious soul, always exploring the hidden treasures of the sea.
By Kavita Royal2 years ago in Fiction
Cinderella with a twist
In the town of Punnlandia, there lived a girl named Ella who was famous for her quick wit and her knack for making everyone laugh. Ella's stepmother and stepsisters, however, were not known for their sense of humor. They were always serious and stern, trying to stifle Ella's laughter.
By Kavita Royal2 years ago in Fiction
Whispers of Time
In the quiet town of Chronovale nestled amid rolling hills and surrounded by ancient forests, life moved at a peaceful pace. It was the sort of place where time seemed to stand still, and the townsfolk cherished the tranquility that enveloped their lives. Yet, beneath the serene facade, Chronovale held a secret—one that would soon unravel in a way no one could have foreseen.
By Musa Nuhu 2 years ago in Fiction
Midnight Tea
Underneath the brambles, just above the roots, I sit across two berried eyes with locks of inky night. She sips her earl grey and asks me how we fare. I share how we have lost our way, without our guiding light. She passes me the kettle and sips her black French roast and reminisces over things that she loved the most. She shares her stories of her youth, and age, and age. She sips her steaming cocoa and ignores the looming thought. It lies between us like a gun, loaded and cocked. She empties her mug of chamomile and stares into its void. She sets the glass between us and hooks me with her gaze.
By PS Luvell2 years ago in Fiction
The Bitter Rose . Top Story - October 2023.
Once, there was a bitter Rose in bitter soil. She wilted and festered in that bitterness day and night. One afternoon, a Bee came bumbling along and asked the Rose, “Are you happy in that bitter soil, bitter Rose?”
By J. Jay2 years ago in Fiction
No Way Back
"Out or in, Gabe," I called from the kitchen. He stood astride the threshold to the front yard, grubby little hand swinging the screen door in an arc of indecision. A fluffy golden streak shot by his legs.
By Sonia Heidi Unruh2 years ago in Fiction
Autumn 🍂
The autumn leaves danced in the gentle breeze, painting the world in hues of fiery red and golden yellow. It was a season of change, where destiny unfolded its enigmatic tapestry. And amidst this magical symphony of nature, Amber found herself on the cusp of a serendipitous encounter that would forever alter the course of her life.
By RICHARDS DIVINE💜🌸2 years ago in Fiction
Reality in Motion
Don't wake up. Waking up can result in catastrophic failure. Is this even an option of choosing my own fate or something else? It all felt so real. His lips. His face. My life was nothing tangible. Nothing real. What was out there? Did I have a life of my own? Am I truly human or a figment of someone’s cruel imagination? Why am I cursed with knowing the truth? A more compassionate programmer would never let me find out.
By kale2 years ago in Fiction