Short Story

Alone in Lockdown?
I had my first crush when I was not very young, and I accepted it with all my heart. All of my family members, especially my husband, know about it. My children say naughtily that our mom’s happiness depends on something.
By Ameer Bibi3 years ago in Fiction
Identical Cousins
“I don’t know, officer, every where I went that afternoon, I saw the same little girl. Everywhere I turned, there she was. At the market, the square, the rose gardens, and by the time I got to the church, I must have been going crazy because she was on the ground, smirking and waving at me, then nodding at me to look up. When I looked up, I didn’t know; the sun must have been in my eyes because there she was, and she’d shoved a gargoyle off my head.
By Mother Combs3 years ago in Fiction
The Twin
Mindy’s life had been turned upside down this year. She’d had three fights, been in detention twelve times, and arrested once—all for actions she swore she did not commit. Everything seemed to start when the new girl, Cindy, came to school, or about that time.
By Mother Combs3 years ago in Fiction
Easter Egg Lick
Seven year old Joseph has arrived at Gator Stadium with his mother Ariel for the city’s annual Easter egg hunt. Joseph is not as excited about the hunt as most children would be because he does not think that he will collect many eggs due to so many other children that will be running to get the eggs as well.
By Joe Patterson3 years ago in Fiction
Toddler's Wonder
My nephew, Hassan, was very active and curious just like cats. He loved to touch everything up close. Shoes, socks, dust bins, and toilet seat means anything. His age was two years but the wonder and curiosity in his eyes was deeper than the sea.
By Ainy Abraham3 years ago in Fiction
A Boy’s Faith
A boy planned to go to Baghdad for higher studies. His mother sewed coins into the lining of his coat for safety. She advised him to speak the truth in any circumstances. On route to Baghdad, the caravan was attacked by Footpads.
By Ainy Abraham3 years ago in Fiction
Eternal Connection with God
Mirza Ghalib, a very famous poet of Indo-Pak, has said in one of his poems, “When there was Nothing God was there, If nothing had happened, there would be God
By Ainy Abraham3 years ago in Fiction
Gold Coin and Justice
Just like any other day in King Akbar’s court, once Akbar asked Birbal, “My dear Birbal if I tell you to choose between justice and a gold coin, what will you choose?”
By Ainy Abraham3 years ago in Fiction
Coping with Parental Loss Through Memories!
When you lose your parents, it’s like a big wave of memories that will never come back. It’s hard to understand that grief why your pretty paper boat is gone when you’re young. Why did it sink?
By Ameer Bibi3 years ago in Fiction
Rediscovering Genuine Connections
Escape the Rush: Journey Back to a Simpler Time for Genuine Connections In this busy world, it seems like there is no tomorrow. No calls or texts are without purpose. Now, everyone must benefit from others. I often miss the times when conversations were more casual and less purposeful.
By Ameer Bibi3 years ago in Fiction
Exploring the GMO Debate
There is always an ongoing debate about the utilization of GMOs (genetically modified organisms), whether they are crops, fruits or medicinal products. Safety is the main reason behind this discussion and acceptance of GMOs in society.
By Ameer Bibi3 years ago in Fiction
Daughter’s Reward
The house was crowded with mourners. Marcus had three sons and one daughter. They had also come for their father’s funeral.
By Ainy Abraham3 years ago in Fiction