Psychological
Fallout
Corporal Solis tightened his cracked leather belt with stiff fingers, the ragged material of his gloves interfering as if to aggravate him on purpose. He slid to the last notch, noticing it still felt loose. He picked up his backpack and rifle, and struggled to his feet.
By Daniela Alejandra2 years ago in Fiction
The Imperfect Day. Top Story - February 2024.
The volume on the TV can never be left on an odd number; always even. Doors have to be fully shut or wide open, and the blinds have to be down below past the window seal, but not quite sitting on the radiator. Everything has to be a certain way, if not–chaos. When the routine breaks, it’s as if I break. Every piece of me becomes riddled with anxiety accompanied by the pain of uncertainty; a loss of control beyond my reach.
By Rosie J. Sargent2 years ago in Fiction
Discovery Through Feeling
She is searching for me once more. She can see me in her mind’s eye, tucked away in that white envelope for safekeeping. The inspiration to look for me is sporadic; this is one of her latest episodes. Will the outcome of this search be successful? It’s anybody’s guess.
By Judith Harris2 years ago in Fiction
Road Rage | Pars Duo
Lunging with every ounce of strength she could conjure, Rosalie hastily retrieved her brother from the overturned death trap. She tolled him onto his back and immediately checked for a pulse. Moments ago he had let out a faint moan and twitch, but he had fallen silent again. Thankfully she was able to locate a pulse. It was faint, and slow, but it was there.
By Kale Sinclair2 years ago in Fiction
The Human Library. Content Warning.
"I am not going to give you community hours. Instead, I'm going to sentence you to serve 50 hours at The Human Library." The judge looked at the youth. He believed everyone should be given a chance and Kevin, hostile, yes, but still so young, did not look like he had been given much of one so far. He could offer him that.
By Rachel Deeming2 years ago in Fiction







