Microfiction
Ortolans at Midnight
Jane Seymour awoke from a deep sleep at about midnight with a mighty craving for ortolans: pretty little songbirds, drowned in brandy, simmered and eaten whole (guts and all) heads held in a napkin. She had just given birth to young Edward and so granted Henry the long-awaited son he had divorced and beheaded for.
By Rob Angeli3 years ago in Fiction
Shadows of Redemption
The rain poured relentlessly, creating a somber atmosphere that matched the mood inside the laboratory. Dr. Emily Carter, a brilliant geneticist, stared at the failed experiment before her—a twisted and tortured creature that once held promise but now embodied abomination. It was the result of a reckless attempt to create a superhuman soldier, a being forged from both science and dark arts. Dr. Carter's heart sank with a heavy burden of guilt.
By David Kayode3 years ago in Fiction
Humans And Ants. Content Warning.
Once upon a time, in a bustling and oppressive ant colony, thousands of ants toiled relentlessly under the scorching sun. Among them, there was an ant named Alex who had always questioned the nature of their labor and the purpose of their existence. Despite their tireless efforts, Alex couldn't shake off the feeling that there was something more to life than the meaningless tasks they carried out.
By Stephen Betancourt3 years ago in Fiction
The Beast Returns
I'm at the river again. The cool current of brown water rushes over my hands gently as I dip a rusted bucket down into the water. Across the water, the bank is steep and crumbling, the grass growing right up to the edge. The trees dance in the wind and the mountains loom over me.
By Laura Lann3 years ago in Fiction
The Power of Imagination
In a world where the ordinary becomes routine and the mundane fills our days, there exists a limitless realm waiting to be discovered—the enchanting power of imagination. Within the pages of fiction, a gateway opens, inviting us to embark on extraordinary journeys, to explore realms far beyond the reach of our fingertips.
By Fredrick Chidera3 years ago in Fiction
The Lunar Discovery - Unveiling the Secrets of Crater X
In the vast expanse of space, where the moon hung like a pale, silent observer, a small lunar colony thrived. Its inhabitants, weary of their monotonous existence, longed for adventure and the thrill of the unknown. Among them was a young explorer named Samson, his eyes constantly fixed on the night sky, yearning for something more.
By Narrative Eye3 years ago in Fiction
The Last Story. Top Story - June 2023.
The End That was the words that they wrote, the final words. There would be no more. They were written with the last ink on the last piece of paper. The story was important but would have to be kept secret and hidden.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 3 years ago in Fiction
Pride and Prejudice
Once upon a time, in the charming English countryside, there lived the Bennet family. Among the five Bennet daughters was a witty and independent young woman named Elizabeth. She possessed a sharp mind and a quick tongue, never afraid to voice her opinions.
By Ebad Paras Afzal3 years ago in Fiction
The Whisper Man
Once upon a time, in a small village nestled deep within a dense forest, there lived a young boy named Ethan. The village was known for its peacefulness and close-knit community, but it was also rumored to be haunted by a mysterious entity known as the Whisper Man.
By Ebad Paras Afzal3 years ago in Fiction
