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The Timekeeper's Gift
In a quaint village nestled between rolling hills and lush meadows, there lived an old man named Elden. Elden was known by all as the Timekeeper, for he possessed a peculiar pocket watch that held a secret known only to him.
By Bilal Rahman2 years ago in Fiction
Gus the Bus
This story was inspired by Lucas Marcus, Facebook group: The Writer's Forum. Lucas posted the picture asking, "If this bus was a character in your book. What name would you her or him?" I saved the picture, because I liked it and wanted to see what I could do with it. Thus, Gus the Bus was born.
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in Fiction
Ronald James | Part One
Boston, MA I would like to start off by telling you the story of Ronald James. It is a true story, so I apologize beforehand for the brutality you are about to hear. Yet among the gruesomeness, there is an intensive balancing act of beauty and passion. The story of Ronald James is a wondrous tale about the treacherous journey every heart must take to discover one's own inner peace and purpose, while simultaneously learning to understand how to properly love themself.
By Kale Sinclair2 years ago in Fiction
Mothman The Harbinger of Misfortune?
It all began in November 1966. Two young couples, Roger and Linda Scarberry, and Mary Hyre and Steve Mack, were driving along TNT Road when they encountered a sight that defied explanation. A colossal, man-shaped creature with enormous wings and glowing red eyes swooped down from the sky, chasing their car for several terrifying miles before vanishing into the night.
By Void2 years ago in Fiction
The Enchanted Garden: A Tale of Blooms and Bonds
Once upon a time, nestled between emerald hills and sun-kissed meadows, there lay a secret garden untouched by the hands of time. Its existence was known only to a few fortunate souls who stumbled upon it by chance. This garden, bathed in hues of amethyst and gold, was a haven for magical blooms that whispered secrets of an ancient era.
By Unkown Me?2 years ago in Fiction
A Day at the Beach
L.C. Schäfer proposed the idea that she would write a story every day for 2024 and invited other Vocalists/Vocalites along for the ride. And so, here I still am. Day 2 of Week Three.
By Rachel Deeming2 years ago in Fiction
The casual stone
In a quaint village, a murder mystery unfolded as the town's beloved librarian, Mr. Thompson, was found lifeless in his study. Detective Harper, known for her sharp mind, was assigned to crack the case. Puzzled by the lack of evidence, she decided to visit the village's renowned fortune teller, Madame Zara.
By ER Anggara2 years ago in Fiction
The Flashlight (Part Two) 2024
Here is the link to The Flashlight (Part One) for those of you who may have not read it yet. The Flashlight (Part Two) It's 6 a.m. on Tuesday morning. Isidoro Bellio has been awake for 20 minutes. He's dressed in his sweatsuit and running shoes ready to take his jog through his middle-class suburban neighborhood in Santa Ana, California.
By Rick Henry Christopher 2 years ago in Fiction
The Flashlight (2024)
Isidoro takes a refreshing inhalation of the cool mountain air as he hikes along the trails in a quiet wooded area. He had worked sixteen days consecutively and was ready for a calm, relaxing day all alone with nature -- hiking, bird watching, and skinny-dipping in the lake.
By Rick Henry Christopher 2 years ago in Fiction
Blurry lines
A Micro-fiction in rhythm * I’ve misplaced my glasses. It seems I always do. Just when I think I’ve found a great place to hold them,
By Natasha Collazo2 years ago in Fiction
His Escape
“Haganto!” Alanus cried as Haganto’s right leg sank to his knee. Animo chirped as Haganto gasped, his hands instinctively placed on the ground to stop himself from falling any further. Thankfully, his foot soon touched solid ground and the earth didn’t swallow any more of his leg.
By Rebecca Patton2 years ago in Fiction
"Sivakarthikeyan's Extraterrestrial Adventure in 'Ayalaan': A Rollercoaster Ride of Fun Chemistry in an Uneven Film"
Director Ravikumar's much-anticipated venture, 'Ayalaan,' featuring the dynamic duo of Sivakarthikeyan and Sharad Kelkar, brings a blend of sci-fi fun with a touch of whimsy through the inclusion of a cute alien. However, despite its potential, the film falls victim to the constraints imposed by financial challenges, resulting in a prolonged six-year production journey. Ravikumar, known for gifting Tamil cinema the delightful sci-fi offering 'Indru Netru Naalai,' grappled to bring 'Ayalaan' to fruition, a struggle that finally culminated in its release just before Pongal. Let's delve into whether 'Ayalaan' lives up to the expectations set by its director's previous success and manages to captivate the audience in this Pongal release.
By Mohan Mohan2 years ago in Fiction