Short Story
Haunting Of The Willow House Part Two
Part Two: Unveiling the Past In the days that followed her encounter with Eleanor, Sarah couldn't stop thinking about the mysterious events at Willow House. She had released a trapped spirit from the mirror, and it left her with a sense of responsibility and curiosity she couldn't ignore.
By Asiya Illiasu3 years ago in Fiction
Cold Embers of Faith: A Tale of Redemption in Bursa
In the heart of a chilly town in Bursa, there was a devout Muslim girl named Nazia. She was known for her simplicity and purity of heart. Her faith was a guiding light, just like the warm, amber light of a lantern, hanging steadily -protecting her against the biting winds that swept across the town. Every morning before the break of dawn, she would rise from her cozy bed, shivering in the cold as she slipped into her robe and offered her namaz- her heartfelt prayers. Her closeness to God was her solace in a world often draped in a blanket of frost.
By Sidra Anjum3 years ago in Fiction
Ever-Growing Ink
From the moment she drew her first breath, Ella possessed a mysterious tattoo that adorned her back. It began as a delicate, intricate flower, barely noticeable against her baby skin. Her parents marveled at its uniqueness, but little did they know that it held a secret – it was a tattoo that grew with Ella's age.
By StoryholicFinds3 years ago in Fiction
Night Shift at the Fauxfillment Center. Runner-Up in the Under a Spell Challenge. Top Story - October 2023.
“Break the belts, grind the gears, this is what corporate fears. Stop the line for a time, through our will by our design.” It was well past midnight and the candles had burned low when the women assembled in Donna’s living room finished chanting and gazed down collectively at the sheet of paper on the floor. Though the presence that had arrived during the ritual did not remain once the lights were turned on, they all agreed that they felt a sense of fulfillment. Anna pointed out the irony as she poured herself another margarita.
By J. Otis Haas3 years ago in Fiction
Father And Son
In a remote village tucked amidst towering green foothills lived an elderly father renowned through the countryside for his immense wisdom. For decades, people had traveled from distant lands seeking his sage counsel on matters large and small. The old man had a gift for mending quarrels, settling disputes, and dispelling anger with his calm, thoughtful advice. His deep understanding of human nature rang true for paupers and kings alike.
By Amanda Gumede3 years ago in Fiction
Horrabull
Horrabull - a deep love or infatuation with horror movies. Laurie Prescott had been told from an early age that she was a “Horrabull”. When her parents first called her this she was only five years old. In those younger years she thought nothing of it, but when she became a teenager she started giving it some thought. At first she denied her horrabullity when she first came to understand it, but she also became open to the idea that it might be true when she retraced her social habits.
By Joe Patterson3 years ago in Fiction
Derallenged. Content Warning.
The Prompt Invent a word, then write a microfiction story that encapsulates its meaning. Derallenged:participle: The state of being disturbed by constant challenges that force you off your path. This can be any challenge by anything.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 3 years ago in Fiction
Mage's Magic Emporium
In the heart of bustling New York City, where the city's lights danced with a kaleidoscope of colors, there lived a girl named Mage. She was unlike anyone else in the city, for her life was a fairy tale brought to life. By day, she worked in a quaint toy factory, crafting enchanting dolls and whimsical playthings, but her true magic lay in her ability to spark joy wherever she went.
By StoryholicFinds3 years ago in Fiction
Sun-Kissed Serenity
Amidst the chill of winter, as frost coated the windows and the world outside lay shrouded in snow, there was a young woman named Emily who had decided to escape the cold. She had always yearned for a break from the relentless winter months, and this year, she was determined to find solace in the warmth of a tropical paradise.
By StoryholicFinds3 years ago in Fiction
The Sweetest Grapes
Amidst the rolling hills of a quaint countryside, in a small village known for its bountiful vineyards, a girl named Isabella was born. From the very beginning, her life was intertwined with the land, for her family owned a grape farm that stretched as far as the eye could see.
By StoryholicFinds3 years ago in Fiction
