Fantasy

Saving the magical world
Once upon a time, in a small village nestled in the mountains, there was a young girl named Aria. She was known for her kind heart and adventurous spirit. Aria would spend most of her days exploring the lush forests and climbing the rocky cliffs, always in search of new adventures.
By Shafan3 years ago in Fiction
Field Trip. Top Story - April 2023.
“Alright, Seniors!" Mrs. Green's voice was unusually cheerful over the ship's intercom. “We're just equalizing hull pressure to match this atmosphere. We'll have norm-”
By Dana Crandell3 years ago in Fiction
The mysterious crystal
Once upon a time, in a small village nestled deep in the forest, there lived a young girl named Lily. She was a curious and adventurous girl who loved exploring the woods and discovering new things. One day, while wandering through the forest, Lily stumbled upon a hidden cave. She was intrigued and decided to explore it further.
By Shafan3 years ago in Fiction
FIRST FLIGHT
Bryan Clark led the way, enveloped in what seemed to be a perfectly natural (to him) blaze, leaving little flame trails in his dust. Adam and Ellis Eve, the twins, were translucent images of their human states, thereby seeming so much lighter; and, either way, it just looked cool to see them flying about as little more than phantoms. Angela Riese (aptly enough, given her beauty and majesty) had sprouted angel wings. A falcon always soaring near her immediate vicinity added to her aura of majesty. Corey Gould seemed to be made of gold and had adopted a golden platform to buzz around on. Vance Artex's lower body had seemed to disappear into a twister that didn't even disturb his stupid cowboy hat to remind us of his place of origins (as if his cringey accent didn't give him away). Then there was me; a homely, portly sixteen-year-old highschool sophomore who's class's highest social castes always did equate to (aptly enough) a blimp.
By Kent Brindley3 years ago in Fiction
The Guild of Golden Lilies
I. Eiren leaned against Fyneas' spine, enjoying the rush of wind in her hair as the dragon soared through the clouds. Jespa sat beside her, her face stoic as always, her eyes scanning the horizon for any sign of danger. They had been flying for hours, and the bag of stolen gold they carried between them felt heavier with each passing moment. But for Eiren, the adrenaline rush of their escape was still coursing through her veins, making her feel invincible.
By Maia Gadwall the metAlchemist3 years ago in Fiction
The Last Train to Nowhere
The sun was setting on the small town of Spruce Creek, casting a warm orange glow over the deserted streets. Everyone had gone home, except for a few stragglers at the train station, waiting for the last train of the day to arrive.
By faizan3 years ago in Fiction
Overcoming Friction: How Collaboration and Communication Can Strengthen Relationships
Once upon a time, there was a company that prided itself on being innovative and forward-thinking. The company was made up of several departments, each with its own unique expertise, and they were all encouraged to collaborate and share their ideas in order to create the best possible products. However, as the company grew, so did the friction between the departments. Each department began to focus more on their own interests and goals, and less on the overall mission of the company. They began to compete with each other rather than collaborate, and communication between the departments became strained. At first, the friction was subtle - a few disagreements here and there, some tension during meetings. But over time, it began to escalate. Departments began hoarding information and resources, and blaming each other when things didn't go as planned. This created a toxic work environment, where people were afraid to speak up or offer new ideas for fear of being shut down or criticized. The company's leaders recognized that something had to change. They brought in a consultant to help them identify the root causes of the friction and develop a plan to address it. The consultant spent time interviewing employees from each department, and it became clear that the biggest issue was a lack of trust and understanding between the departments. The consultant recommended a series of team-building exercises and communication workshops, designed to help the different departments get to know each other better and learn how to work together more effectively. The exercises were challenging, but they helped the teams to build stronger relationships and learn how to communicate more openly and honestly. Over time, the friction between the departments began to dissipate. They began to collaborate more effectively, and communication between the teams improved dramatically. The company once again became a place where innovation and creativity flourished, and everyone worked together towards a common goal. The story of this company illustrates the importance of recognizing and addressing friction in the workplace. When people work in silos and don't communicate effectively, it can lead to a toxic work environment and hinder productivity and innovation. However, with the right approach and willingness to change, it is possible to overcome these challenges and build a stronger, more cohesive team.As humans, we often experience friction in our personal relationships as well. Whether it's a disagreement with a friend or a conflict with a family member, friction can cause tension and stress in our lives. For example, imagine two friends who have known each other for years. They have always been close, but lately, they seem to be drifting apart. One friend is pursuing a new career path and is constantly busy, while the other is struggling to find direction in their life and feels left behind. As a result, they begin to argue more frequently and communication between them becomes strained. In this situation, the friction is caused by a lack of understanding and empathy between the two friends. They are both going through significant changes in their lives, but they are not taking the time to listen to each other or offer support. Instead, they are focusing on their own struggles and frustrations, which is causing tension in their relationship. To overcome this friction, the friends need to have an open and honest conversation about how they are feeling. They need to listen to each other's concerns and offer support and encouragement. This requires empathy and understanding, as well as a willingness to put aside their own worries and focus on the needs of their friend. Over time, as they continue to communicate and work through their issues, the friction between the friends will begin to dissipate. They will rebuild their relationship and become closer than ever before, with a deeper understanding and appreciation for each other's struggles and successes. In both the workplace and personal relationships, friction can be a challenge to overcome. However, with the right approach and a willingness to communicate and collaborate, it is possible to move past these challenges and build stronger, more fulfilling connections.
By EpicPen3 years ago in Fiction
The Day She Flew...
Running, that's all she's ever known. There's something or someone that is chasing her and she is trying to get away; she must reach freedom. She cannot let the bad get her, it cannot reach her or it will consume her. So she's running and all of a sudden she takes flight and she's flying around this room in this dark, danky warehouse. She's flying as hard and as high as she can but it's just not high enough or far enough and soon the gnarled, twisted hand will reach her and grab her. She'll be smothered out, her light eternally put into darkness. She's getting tired and can't go on much further so she frantically searches for an open door or window somewhere. A crack big enough for her to fit through, something anything so she can escape. She's hitting her head and bumping her wings on the ceiling and on the low hanging lights that are in the warehouse, about to give up even though she knows she can't but what is she to do? When suddenly there is a broken window she hasn't spotted before and even though the bad is grabbing at her, gnashing it's teeth at her she darts towards her only chance at freedom. She makes it but just barely. She's suddenly blasted with a light so bright she momentarily cannot see but she keeps flying. The bad is right on her tail and it's going to get her she can feel it. She can almost see it's face so she flys faster and harder hoping to get away. She tries to fly higher but she just can't seem to fly any higher than it's grasp. She fly's through the trees at an angle and zooms over pools of water. Suddenly, she starts to notice more and more the beauty that surrounds her and suddenly she realizes that the bad thing is gone. It has vanished beneath her. Suddenly, with a burst of energy she soars ever higher towards the big blue sky with the white puffy clouds. She's always wanted to explore the sky so up, up, up she goes. It's so very blue the further up you go. Everything down below just appears as a speck; a small nothing if you will as if all that bad that loomed over her just moments before wasn't all that terrifying after all. It was as it turned out just a bit of nothing. It turns out that your troubles may all be about perspective. The closer you are they seem quite large and looming but the further away you get they seem small and not so troublesome. Even the mountains seemed but a speck from this height. She decided after a time to swoop in a little closer though and there she saw the white snowy caps on the mountains high. The deer, squirrels and other woodland creatures rooming about in the forest going about their day. She saw a mama wolf stopping by a creek with her pups for some fresh mountain creek water. There was so much more beauty really than all the bad that had been chasing her all her life. As it turned out all she had to do was look at things from a different perspective and by spending a day in the sky above she had realized this was true. She found that she particularly liked the forest and so it was there that she decided to find her respite. She found an old tree that had clearly been around for some years and there was already a hollowed out hole in the old tree so she quickly gathered some twigs and things for her nest and settled in for the night. She was so tired. What would tomorrow bring? Would she still be able to take flight? If so, where oh where should she go?
By Lindsey Altom3 years ago in Fiction
The Power and Significance of Fiction: A Look at its Impact on Society
Fiction is a genre of literature that tells stories about imaginary or made-up people, places, and events. It is a broad category that encompasses various forms of storytelling, including novels, short stories, plays, and films. Fiction has been an integral part of human culture for centuries, and its popularity has only increased with the advent of modern technology and media. In this essay, I will explore the significance of fiction and its impact on society.
By Huzaifa Ishtiaq3 years ago in Fiction
Love on the Forgotten Island
When Emma's plane crashed on a remote island in the middle of the ocean, she never expected to find love. She had been on her way to Hawaii for a much-needed vacation when the engine failed, and the plane went down.
By Saim3 years ago in Fiction
A Hidden Love: Unveiling the Mystery of the Missing Key
Sophie had always been fascinated by old houses and their secrets. So, when she inherited her grandmother's mansion, she couldn't wait to explore every nook and cranny. The house was filled with antiques and had an old-world charm that she found captivating. But there was one mystery that had eluded her for years - the mystery of the missing key.
By Saim3 years ago in Fiction
Calling in the Air
“Attention all passengers and flight personnel.” The speakers in the plane announced. “We are coming up to a wind storm that will cause some turbulence. Please stay seated and calm as we navigate through this.”
By Erika Ravnsborg3 years ago in Fiction