Short Story
The Door’s Locked. Finalist in 2023 Vocal Writing Awards - Horror Fiction. Top Story - September 2023. Content Warning.
Knock. Knock. Knock. Cherry stood in front of the accident: a lake hidden between tall whispering trees with a perfectly preserved old wooden dock. The lake, which had a local nickname, but wasn’t important enough for Cherry to remember, contained countless good memories; it washed over the area in a thick coat of paint: its hues ever-changing after every visitor. But that was its lie, and within that lie hid its true depths, the memories caged, and the number of bodies it had stored over its long life. Even Cherry couldn’t help but indulge, imagining a day when she would watch the stillness, soaking her feet in the stained water.
By K. Kocheryan3 years ago in Fiction
Food Report No. 132
From the files of the Dark Hunters (Hudson Walter X’s Reports): Since the crisis occurred, I have kept as accurate a record as possible of the changes that have taken place within the greater society and the world as a whole. Notably, I have seen the worst possible behaviour in my neighbours and friends and responded by trying to bring a level of sanity and decency back in our lives, with or without assistance. Naturally, this has been a very difficult task, especially for a man who once was responsible for nothing more challenging than guiding high school students towards a brighter future through discussion, reviews of transcripts, and stating the plain facts about their skills. But we have made it this far with many successes, more than I could have imagined. The only difficulties that remain lie with utilities, plans for our return to the cities, clean-ups and hunting, and, of course resources.
By Kendall Defoe 3 years ago in Fiction
Hoodie Disguise
One Halloween night several years ago, a scarecrow grew bored hanging on his stand and decided to see the sights of the land around him. So he climbed down and headed for the nearest town. Grabbing a hoodie off a clothesline on his way in, he hid his burlap face away from all who would see.
By Mother Combs (Sharon)3 years ago in Fiction
The only real time traveler on earth
September 21, 28 AD In the wake of our first adventure, Padro and I find ourselves once again amidst the marvels of ancient Rome, but this time, a different chapter of history unfolds before us. The bustling streets are alive with the energy of the Roman Forum, where I stand as a witness to a momentous event – the trial of a renowned philosopher accused of heresy.
By David Anderson3 years ago in Fiction
The only real time traveler on earth
Greetings, My Friends. A bit about us. I am the Only World renowned Time Traveler On Earth. In fact, The Only Real Time traveler on Earth, I hail from the year 28 AD. Yes, you read that correctly. I am a true time traveler, and I have come to the present timeline to share my knowledge with you. You may have heard rumors of me and my trusty companion, Padro (my dog), and I can confirm that we are indeed the real deal. In fact, if you were to get your hands on the book of world secrets and unexplained events, you would find our picture under the cover.
By David Anderson3 years ago in Fiction
Whispers of the Past:
In the heart of a bustling city, beneath the towering skyscrapers and amidst the cacophony of modern life, there existed a place that defied time itself. The "Antiquities Emporium," as it was known, was a small, unassuming shop nestled on a narrow cobblestone street. Its windows were lined with dusty relics, its shelves adorned with artifacts of ages long gone. It was a place where the whispers of the past found a sanctuary.
By Esther Anima3 years ago in Fiction
Secret of Silent Ambitions
In a quaint little town nestled among rolling hills, there lived a man named Samuel. He was known far and wide for his uncanny ability to keep secrets. But there was one secret that Samuel held closer to his heart than any other, a secret that had defined his life for as long as he could remember. It was the secret of not telling anyone his plans.
By Esther Anima3 years ago in Fiction
The Munchkin. Top Story - September 2023.
This story is part of the Vocal + Assist on Facebook Lost in a Story Challenge. You can learn more about it here: The house came out of nowhere. It dropped right out of the sky and landed on the Wicked Witch in the East, killing her instantly.
By Mother Combs (Sharon)3 years ago in Fiction
The Groomer of Narnia
This story is part of the Vocal + Assist on Facebook Lost in a Story Challenge. You can learn more about it here: My name is Killi. As the official groomer to Aslan, it was my job to see to it that his majestic and stnning mane always looked in tip-top shape. Before he returned to Narnia after a long sabbatical, doing whatever Christ-like beings in the guise of huge and wise lions do when they're not visiting their home. Anyway, before he returned, I had to get all the knotting out of his mane. He may be one of themost powerful beings and wisest of them all, but he's not the best at looking after himself, let me tell you that for nothing.
By Paul Stewart3 years ago in Fiction
