Adventure
Designation Beta 9 (ch. 1)
Seven of our squad had already been neutralized and at the pace we were moving, the rest of us were going to be next. The thick trees and vegetation around us made it hard to detect movement, so to keep directions of attack to a minimum, I and the remainder of my squad that managed to stay together were hunkered behind a fallen tree.
By Daniel Gilliam3 years ago in Fiction
Desert Caravan
I had arrived in Cairo, Egypt a week ago. Being a retired school teacher and mostly a loner I was starting my further life by working on my bucket list. I discovered that Cairo was a city in a lovely location on the Nile River. Being a fan of author Agatha Christie and her novels I already knew something about this river. I was excited about the possibility of taking a tour boat on the river but first, the most important thing to me was to sign up with a caravan heading to Giza and its iconic pyramids and especially the Great Sphinx.
By Rasma Raisters3 years ago in Fiction
the oldest tree on earth
What is the oldest tree in the world? Well, if you start talking about the oldest or the largest or almost any other superlative of nature, you probably won't find a clear answer. In fact, there are two candidates for the title of "oldest tree," depending on how you define the term. The oldest known individual tree was discovered in 2012 in the White Mountains of central-eastern California. A 5,063 year old Great Northern Bristlecone Pine! This is older than the pyramids! Here is a photo of a similar Igamatsu, but now it looks completely lifeless, but that may be part of the secret to its success. The extremely cold and dry climate of the White Mountains proves to be the perfect environment to care for these ancient trees. Curiously, the higher you climb these mountains, the older the trees become, and some studies suggest that the longevity of the pines there is directly related to poor growing conditions.
By Rowan Sharkawy3 years ago in Fiction
A Review of “Iron Flame: Empyrean, Book 2”
In this sequel to her riveting novel “The Fourth Wing,” Rebecca Yarros returns readers to the realm of the War College of Basgiath, where Violet Sorrengail and her fellow dragonriders face trials and tribulations, their most formidable challenge.
By Carlos Diaz3 years ago in Fiction
The Enchanted Redemption: From Scary Witch To Village Hero
Once upon a time, in a small village nestled deep in the enchanted forest, there lived a scary witch named Hazel. With her long, tangled hair, crooked nose, and a cackling laugh that sent shivers down everyone's spines, the villagers feared her. They believed she used her magic for evil and avoided her at all costs. Little did they know that Hazel had a heart full of kindness and a desire to help others.
By Harrison Evans3 years ago in Fiction
Echoes of Eloria: Trust Redeemed
In the heart of the mysterious Amazon rainforest, where emerald canopies shield secrets untold, a group of intrepid explorers embarked on an expedition of a lifetime. Among them, Captain Amelia Turner, renowned for her fearless leadership, and the enigmatic archaeologist, Dr. Victor Reynolds, who held the key to an ancient civilization's hidden treasures.
By BrendonJoseph3 years ago in Fiction
The Key Between Dreams
In the bustling city of Somnium, dreams have been the forex of electricity, shaping the very fabric of existence. At the heart of this colorful city stood the Dreamer's Bazaar, a sprawling marketplace embellished with shimmering Phantasms—manifestations of dreams introduced to life. Among the skilled dream-weavers, Luna stood as a first-rate artisan, famed for her capability to breathe lifestyles into goals, crafting Phantasms that captivated the soul.
By Rashid Laghari3 years ago in Fiction
How, and why, is good good and bad bad?
In a small village nestled between emerald-green hills and under a sky painted with hues of pink and gold, lived a wise elder named Seraphina. She was known for her deep understanding of the intangible threads that wove through the fabric of existence—good and bad, light and dark. One evening, as the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm glow upon the village, a group of curious children gathered around Seraphina, their eyes wide with anticipation.
By Danielle Steel3 years ago in Fiction
Why water has no colour?
In a quaint village nestled between rolling hills and meandering streams, there lived a curious young girl named Lila. She was known for her insatiable appetite for knowledge and a deep fascination with the mysteries of the natural world. One day, as she strolled along the banks of the crystal-clear river that flowed near her home, a question danced in her mind like the ripples in the water: Why does water have no color?
By Danielle Steel3 years ago in Fiction
