Mystery
The Lighthouse Keeper s Daughter
The storm arrived with a vengeance, its howling winds tearing at the cliffs of Blackthorn Isle. Marin gripped the rusted railing of the lighthouse, her mother’s final words ringing in her ears: “Never let the beacon die. Not even for a second.” However, her mother had now vanished into the same sea that she had vowed to control. Marin hadn’t returned to the island in ten years. Not since her father’s fishing boat sank in these waters. But the lawyer’s letter forced her hand: “Inherit the lighthouse or lose it to the wreckers.” She’d expected dust and ghosts. The carved phrase, "For Marin, when the tides turn," on the lid of the locked trunk in the attic surprised her. Inside, she found her mother’s journals, nautical maps, and a child’s doll with one eye missing. The first journal entry chilled her:
By Md Johirul Islam2 years ago in Fiction
The Forgotten Bloom
In a world where the smell of flowers has been forgotten, where no one talks about nature anymore, only focusing on technology and abandoning its surroundings—a world tossed aside by its inhabitants—there is a lady who remembers the little details. Nyra is a quiet but observant girl who has always felt out of place for as long as she can remember. A collector of things—or should I say "useless things"—old books, charms, broken objects, and a lot of weird things. In one of her expeditions, she finds a mysterious pendant hidden away from sight in a strange-looking shop. She moves closer to observe it, but upon touching it, the shop mysteriously vanishes. She hid, examining the pendant, but had no clue as to what it was. Hiding it in her pocket, she went home. That night, she began having nightmares… seeing a woman in figure, flickering lights at home, elements attuned to her. One night, the woman spoke. "You're the last witch," she said. "Descended from a long-forgotten bloodline." In other dreams came flashes of memories from her ancestors—smiling faces and happiness filled the air, reminding her of the task at hand. Prophecies told of obstacles, close but far; the eruption of corrupt magic. For not all magic is good. The nearness of danger. Magic still exists, but it has long been buried and is slowly dying away. "You are its last chance. And remember, no matter what—never give away the pendant." In an attempt to get answers, she searched cliffs, old ruins, and anything unnatural she came across, breathing ruggedly with each passing minute—whether in excitement or fatigue, only she knew. The pendant, as if in tune with her breathing, pulsated with power and shone brightly, filling its surroundings. Suddenly, she was blocked by a mysterious figure—an agent of the anti-magic world, requesting the pendant she held. "I can't give this to you," she said. "Don't make me use the hard way," he said sharply. "I won't give this," she retorted. Words were exchanged, and seeing that she wouldn't budge, he said, "Bringing magic back could cause chaos in a 'perfect' world." She insisted that the world needs hope and wonder, a different feel from this empty one. The world needs to remember what it felt like before being overwhelmed by technology. Activating the pendant, she teleports, making an escape into an open field now destroyed. Using an emotional release through magic, she tries to restore the place. As if waiting for this moment, the earth sang, sprouting flowers out of it. The stars shone brighter, and everyone who saw that was left in awe. The return of magic—like gentle ripples. Nothing forced, but bringing life with it. From that day on, they no longer allowed technology to destroy what nature brings... the joy, laughter, serenity, and breaths of fresh air. They now remembered what it felt like. Now, she walks through a new, blooming world, the pendant glowing softly on her chest—a world where nature hums, giving hope, bringing goodness. In the end, one question fills the minds of everyone: Can magic ever merge with technology? Can elements be formed for that? Can the lines ever be made clear?
By Gift Abotsi 2 years ago in Fiction
Anna's Mom
As Anna rummaged through her mother’s possessions, she found the journals. Anna set them aside as she went through the rest of the box. The contents contained an eclectic collection of memorabilia which said a lot about the woman. Estranged and aloof to the world around her.
By Scott A. Gese2 years ago in Fiction
GIBSON PIER. Content Warning.
Chapter 1: The Pier The first body turned up at sunrise, splayed like a gutted fish at the end of the Lakeshore Pier. The locals called it “The Plank”—a rotting finger of wood clawing into Lake Pontchartrain. Detective Elijah Boone stepped out of his SUV, the air thick with brine and decay. A kilo of cocaine glittered in the corpse’s hollowed chest like perverse confetti.
By Gibson Official2 years ago in Fiction
What Role Does SEO Play In The Success Of Self-Published eBooks?
What Role Does SEO Play In The Success Of Self-Published eBooks? Chuck Morgan, Crime Fiction Author Most self-published authors underestimate the importance of SEO in driving visibility and sales for their eBooks. Understanding how to optimize your book's online presence can significantly affect your reach to potential readers. By leveraging effective keywords, meta descriptions, and content strategies, you can enhance your eBook’s discoverability on search engines and online marketplaces. This post will guide you through the important elements of SEO that can elevate your self-published work and ensure it stands out in a crowded marketplace.
By Charles E Morgan2 years ago in Fiction
"Beneath the Waning Moon: A Witch's Oath to Shatter the Dark". Content Warning.
The air still hummed with spent power as Cormac stumbled into the mist-shrouded night, his shadow stretching long and brittle down the laneway like crackling parchment. Finola watched from the threshold, her silver hair catching the moonlight in a way that made Julie’s breath hitch—not merely strands of age, but threads of starlight pulled taut from the heavens.
By Gibson Official2 years ago in Fiction
The Plane That Returned After 35 Years-A Real Life Mystery
It was the 28th Admirable, 1984. Time: 3 PM in the evening. A ordinary traveler plane took off from Kolkata Airplane terminal. The flight was from Indian Airlines, and it was getting to Mumbai. There were 70 travelers and 5 crew members on board.
By Joyprokash Roy2 years ago in Fiction
Google’s Android XR Smart Glasses Live Demo: The Future of Augmented Reality is Here
In a breathtaking live demonstration, Google introduces its Android XR-powered smart glasses, launching a new era of wearable augmented reality technology. Is this the final rival to Meta's AR glasses and Apple Vision Pro?
By Sakibul Islam Sakib2 years ago in Fiction
