Short Story

Parallel Echoes
In the quiet town of Everglade, life was ordinary, and the residents were blissfully unaware of the extraordinary events that were about to unfold. Everglade had always been a place untouched by the bizarre and the otherworldly, until the day when the fabric of reality itself began to unravel.
By Oroush Fatima3 years ago in Fiction
Whispers in the Sanctuary
In the heart of the oil City, a quaint town nestled between rolling hills, the sea, and the market, there stood a venerable reputable church, its spire reaching towards the heavens. This sacred haven, however, harbored a secret. Within the pews and beneath the hallowed arches, a subtle spirit of seduction had woven its web, ensnaring the unsuspecting souls of the faithful.
By Rev Dr. Alexander Fenning-Sencherey3 years ago in Fiction
The Data Analyst
Bill sat in his bedroom, two fingers between the blinds, watching the neighbors. Who is visiting now? They are always having company and always park in front of my house.
By Andrea Corwin 3 years ago in Fiction
Flight Of The Departed. Content Warning.
The small private jet sharply descended, mimicking a roller coaster ride. Totally unprepared for the violet motion of it. My stomach was roiling, and acid churned. The turbulence was getting worse. I looked outside one of the oval windows, only to be met with angry snowflakes beating against the small lear jet. This blizzard had created whiteout conditions.
By Daphsam3 years ago in Fiction
A Farewell to Love
I gazed at the screen, hoping for a miracle. I had been waiting for hours, desperately trying to reach him. He was the only person who mattered to me, the only person who gave meaning to my life. He was my soulmate, my partner, my best friend. He was everything to me.
By Peter Idowu3 years ago in Fiction
Mummy Smokes Shisha
It was a calm rural neighborhood where white picket fences and very much manicured yards characterized the scene. Youngsters played in the roads, riding bikes and chuckling as they pursued one another. The sun plunged underneath the skyline, projecting a warm orange shine over the houses. In the core of this ideal local area carried on with a family that was only a tad bit unique.
By R Roka3 years ago in Fiction
I am just so burned out.
I am so burned out. God, am I burned out. I know what you’re thinking. We’re all burned out, stop crying about it. But it’s consuming every part of my life. I barely see my friends anymore. What little family I have hardly wants to be around me because I’m always in such a pissy mood. I used to have hobbies, but it’s a chore to even get out of bed each day.
By Andrew Perkins3 years ago in Fiction
The Last Day
I woke up to the sound of sirens and screams. I checked my phone and saw the news: a giant asteroid was heading towards Earth, and there was no way to stop it. The impact was expected in 24 hours. The world was in chaos.
By Peter Idowu3 years ago in Fiction
He Never Got It.
Chapter 1: The Spark of a One-Sided Love In the small town of Meadowbrook, Emily, a vibrant and ambitious young woman, found herself hopelessly captivated by the gaze of Henry, a brooding artist with a mysterious aura. They met in a bustling coffee shop, where the scent of freshly brewed coffee mingled with the sound of muffled conversations.
By OYEDELE Oyekunle3 years ago in Fiction
Unveiling the Mysteries of the Deep Sea: Exploring the Enigmatic Depths Below. Content Warning.
Introduction The deep sea, a realm of profound mystery and fascination, comprises the most extensive yet least explored ecosystem on our planet. This enigmatic environment, characterized by immense pressure, eternal darkness, and extreme temperatures, holds a treasure trove of secrets waiting to be unveiled. As we embark on this journey into the abyssal depths, let us unravel the mysteries that lie beneath the surface and discover the astonishing life forms, geological wonders, and the unparalleled challenges of this unexplored world.
By Siva N3 years ago in Fiction
In the Wake of Greatness
Corporal Grono plucked the dagger from the tanuk’s eye socket and held it up to the light. Congealed blood and flecks of rotting flesh spattered the hilt. She shrugged and tossed it into the sack Private Bulcher dragged along the marshy ground.
By J.M. Addy3 years ago in Fiction
Tamám Shud. Top Story - December 2023.
O: How’s the beach? … I: Haven’t made it yet--decided I’m overdressed. … O: Too fancy? … I: Nope. Too hot. November isn’t autumn here.
By Zack Graham3 years ago in Fiction