Psychological

Shadows in the Cellar
1. The Dare Max and John were known for their reckless dares. Fifteen-year-old best friends since kindergarten, they thrived on pushing each other to the edge. So, when Max discovered an old abandoned mansion on the outskirts of town, he knew it was perfect for their next adventure.
By Agalya Aabout a year ago in Fiction
Dilemma? Or Resolution?
Luke She's gone. My hands are shaking. I need a drink. No! I...can't go there again. I need...Matt...no....shit!! She put something through the door but I don't want to go downstairs in case...in case what? She ambushes me? She drove off so she's not outside anymore. But I'm scared. Scared to fucking live. Scared to go out.
By Rachel Deemingabout a year ago in Fiction
The Lantern Keeper’s Secret
In the small coastal town of Gray Harbor, there was an old lighthouse that had stood alone on the edge of the cliff for as long as anyone could remember. The lighthouse keeper, a man named Mr. Eldridge, was known for his tall tales, but one story he kept to himself. It was about the night the Fog of the Forgotten rolled in—a thick mist that had a curious ability to make people forget.
By Melanieabout a year ago in Fiction
On The Outside
I'm lost, I think. There is no map, there never was one. I don't know if I am inside or outside, I am in a brick corridor against a brick wall hoping to find an opening or a clue on how to get into this place, or out of it.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred about a year ago in Fiction
When Pumpkins Attack
The carved pumpkins appeared overnight throughout the city. There had been legends of mysterious pumpkins randomly showing up for decades. Most people just put it down to a tall tale told by kids and old folks to lighten up a late night. According to the stories, anyone who found a pumpkin at their doorstep could expect various bad things to happen to them. But no one believed it.
By Kenneth Lawsonabout a year ago in Fiction
The clockmaker's secret . AI-Generated.
The Clockmaker's Secret In a quaint village nestled between rolling hills and shimmering streams, there lived an old clockmaker named Elias. His workshop was a treasure trove of timepieces, each with its own story, ticking softly in harmony like a symphony of time. From grand grandfather clocks to delicate pocket watches, every creation was a testament to Elias's craftsmanship and love for his art.
By Mohammad Hussaibabout a year ago in Fiction
THE BEAUTY THAT LURED FOES AND SHATTERED LOYALTY
Once upon a time, in a vast and prosperous kingdom, there reigned a king named Alaric. Alaric was known for his wisdom and valor, having ruled with a fierce commitment to his people and an unbreakable sense of justice. However, what set Alaric apart from other rulers was his wife, Queen Lyra, whose beauty was said to surpass any woman in the known world. Her loveliness was matched only by her grace and kindness, and she quickly became the jewel of the kingdom, beloved by all. Kings and noblemen alike admired her from afar, but their admiration often turned into envy, jealousy, and sometimes, dangerous obsession.
By Sam Jethro about a year ago in Fiction
THE UNEXPECTED PATH OF LOVE
Amelia had always known what she wanted from life. She was independent, career-focused, and possessed a fierce determination to avoid the life of a pastor's wife. Growing up, she saw her friends’ mothers juggling the expectations of their congregations, sacrificing privacy, and becoming the center of church gossip. The idea of living under constant scrutiny never appealed to her. So, every time a pastor showed interest, she made her boundaries clear, rejecting each proposal without hesitation.
By Sam Jethro about a year ago in Fiction
The Forgotten Garden
In a faraway forest, nestled between two ancient mountains, there was a garden known only in whispers. It had no map or path leading to it, but those who wandered too far from home sometimes stumbled upon it. Most who did forgot it instantly, as though it slipped from their memory like mist. But the rare few who remembered told of a world untouched by time—a place known simply as The Forgotten Garden.
By Melanieabout a year ago in Fiction
The Mirror’s Secret
In a quiet village, there was a legendary antique store known for housing items with histories rather than stories. Locals whispered that the shop itself was older than the town, and its owner, an eccentric woman named Eleanora, was rumored to have never aged a day. Most villagers avoided her, afraid of the strange aura around the shop.
By Melanieabout a year ago in Fiction
The Final Clue
Pranav adjusted his glasses as he gazed around the dimly lit Rajan Library, its vast shelves stacked with old, leather-bound books. The only sound was the ticking of the large grandfather clock in the corner, echoing through the empty room. Eleanor Rajan, the eccentric heiress to a family fortune, had vanished without a trace. A reclusive woman, she’d been known more for her rare book collection than her social circles. Now, only a cryptic note remained: “Find the final clue.”
By Pranav Jadhavabout a year ago in Fiction
Alistair Discovers a Minor Structural Issue. Top Story - November 2024. Content Warning.
Act 1 Valentine’s Day We have reached the snowless part of winter in the humble American town of Kingsley, when a curtain of overcast is drawn over the sky, and the air hurts with deep sadness. The elementary school is done up in pink, pretty hearts in the windows, made by kids too young to have no idea what love is. People don’t go outside if they can help it. You can see a housewife or two carrying groceries back home from the store, or a runner from the local college taking a less-popular route through the downtown on the break between her classes. Otherwise, it’s empty. Nearly everyone’s inside, completing whatever tasks they’ve ascribed their lives to.
By Steven Christopher McKnightabout a year ago in Fiction