Adventure

Escapement
Lucy lulled between sleep and awake, thoughts blurred and scattered as sleep threatened to overcome her once more. An alarm blared, and swear words cascaded from her mouth; she slapped at the cruel bell near her head–success. As she rolled over, she checked her watch, glared at the early numbers, and groaned. Lucy extracted herself from her blanket nest and began descending the long ladder. Lucy’s bunk was the twenty-second pod; the hatch at the bottom was already open as she made her way to her next goal– breakfast.
By S.N. Evans2 years ago in Fiction
Love has no price: the incredible journey of the woman who chose the heart instead of the wallet
Love has no price Alice always knew that money couldn’t buy true love. So when she came across a marriage proposal from a rich man named William, she made a bold decision: chose the heart instead of the wallet.
By Jaime come2 years ago in Fiction
Mastering Networking for Career Growth: Essential Strategies for Success
Networking is an essential ability in today's professional environment that can have a big impact on your advancement. It takes more than just meeting new people to create and maintain connections that can be advantageous to both parties. This is a comprehensive look at networking tactics that work and can advance your career.
By wassi 2 years ago in Fiction
Embrace the Imperfect
Chapter 1: Summer's Unpredictable Promise The soft hum of cicadas filled the warm evening air as Maya sat on the porch of her grandmother's old beach house. It was the first summer she had decided to spend away from the bustling city life of New York, hoping to find a sense of peace in the small coastal town of Cape Haven. Her life had been a whirlwind of deadlines, late-night meetings, and the constant pressure to be perfect. Here, she hoped to find something different—something real and untamed, like the ocean waves crashing against the shore.
By Jheffz A.2 years ago in Fiction
The Power of Saying No
Chapter 1: The Burnout Natalie sat at her desk, staring at her laptop screen. The relentless heat of July pressed against the window, the sun blazing down on the city like an unforgiving spotlight. Her calendar was a sea of back-to-back meetings, deadlines, and social commitments. The email notification chime sounded more like an alarm bell, signaling another demand on her time. Natalie sighed deeply, feeling the weight of exhaustion settle on her shoulders.
By Jheffz A.2 years ago in Fiction
How I accidentally joined the Illuminati at my high school: Part 3
After months of balancing my dual life as a high school student and a member of "The Owl," I realised that the cost of keeping these secrets was too high. The dark revelations from the hidden diary only strengthened my resolve to leave the secret society. But quitting was easier said than done. The hidden diary I discovered detailed horrifying truths about society. It stated that "The Owl," along with the Illuminati and the Freemasons, was involved in manipulating global events for their gain. The diary hinted at dangerous rituals and unethical practices, showing that society was far from the benevolent guardian of knowledge it claimed to be. The final straw was the revelation that former members who tried to leave faced dire consequences, including threats to their lives. Knowing that I had to be cautious, I started planning my escape. I couldn't simply disappear without arousing suspicion. I began collecting evidence of society’s wrongdoings, hoping to use it as leverage if needed. I also started distancing myself from other members, pretending to be busy with schoolwork and family obligations.
By The Story Writer2 years ago in Fiction
The beyond unknown
Here is a story based on the title "Beyond the Unknown": Dr. Maria Hernandez had always been fascinated by the unexplained phenomena of the universe. As a renowned astrophysicist, she spent her career studying black holes, dark matter, and the mysteries of the cosmos.
By Bukky 2 years ago in Fiction
The Winter
once upon a time,in a small village nestled between snow-capped mountain, winter arrived with a gentle whisper. The first snowflakes began to fall, blanketing the ground in a pristine layer of white, the villagers, bundled in their warmest clothes, welcome the season with an open arms.
By Diva Doris2 years ago in Fiction
Very Dark Man
Once upon a time, in a small, secluded village surrounded by dense forests, there was a legend about the Very Dark Man. People whispered about him in hushed tone, saying he was a mysterious figure who only appear on the darkest of night. His presence was always marked by an eerie stillness that will blanket the village, as if even the wind and animals were afraid.
By Diva Doris2 years ago in Fiction
The Selfish Gene
Introduction "The Selfish Gene" by Richard Dawkins, first published in 1976, is a landmark work in evolutionary biology. Dawkins popularizes the gene-centered view of evolution, proposing that genes, rather than individuals or species, are the primary units of selection in the evolutionary process. The book explains how genes propagate themselves by influencing the behavior and characteristics of the organisms they inhabit, often in ways that promote their survival and replication. Through vivid examples and clear explanations, Dawkins makes complex scientific ideas accessible to a broad audience, challenging readers to rethink their understanding of evolution and the role of selfishness and altruism in nature.
By Ermelita T. Engracio2 years ago in Fiction
Antihero. Top Story - July 2024.
I hope they nabbed the boar’s head. “Hold him, dammit!” Hawkner bellowed at the two limp squires. Blood soaked their courtly robes, turning them from a once striking royal yellow to something resembling the viscera covering the surgery floor.
By Matthew J. Fromm2 years ago in Fiction
Life Therapy
My name is Dr. Jones. Dr. Bryson Jones, but you can call me Bear Hug. Not because I give bear hugs, but because I make offers to people that are so good, it’s actually illegal to refuse the offer because me and my investors can sue you, a refusal being bad for business and all.
By Alex H Mittelman 2 years ago in Fiction