Short Story

The Woman and the Bees
💃The Woman and the Bees.. 🐝🐝 A short moral story. There was a beautiful young woman who befriended a colony of bees. Every day she would go to the beehive in the forest and give the bees flowers full of sugar and delicious nectar.
By Rohitha Lanka2 years ago in Fiction
The Great Grocery Rebellion
Everything began with a cucumber. A regular cucumber resting on the produce aisle of Morning Markets. Martha had inspected it for dark spots and placed it in her basket. But then she heard a voice that was unambiguous and somewhat irritated, and she turned to get some carrots.
By Nadeem Khan Jadoon2 years ago in Fiction
Healing and Hope
I don't remember how many times my mother-in-law said that... I had this marriage and I didn't do anything wrong. Finally, he said that...
By Rohitha Lanka2 years ago in Fiction
So the Story Goes on and on and on
Part One by JBaz Part Two Part Three Part Four ⬇⬇⬇ Carl sat in the third row of the black Suburban with Special Agent Scallon. The children were asleep in the seat in front of them, and Carl could see Jaylene staring moodily out of the passenger window as the other agent, Special Agent Cochran, maneuvered the SUV through the sparse traffic. Now and then, Felix would mew loudly from his cage in the cargo area, and Barker would nose Carl’s neck or shoulder to remind him that he was still back there, Carl supposed.
By Mother Combs2 years ago in Fiction
Mom, Dad
Mom, Dad, I know that I’m a little late. Ok, I’m a lot late. But let me tell you what happened. It all started when I arrived at school today. There was this new student in my first period class today. Never saw him before. He sat right in front of me, turned around and said, “Hello Katie.” Of course, I was shocked. I had no idea who he was.
By David E. Perry2 years ago in Fiction
Selections from the Grand Bazaar
"Don’t squirm too much, this anesthetic isn’t foolproof," the surgeon muttered. This was Alexios’ fifteenth cybernetic transfer to an unlicensed surgeon, he knew exactly how much squirming he could get away with before he felt a pinch.
By R.R. Stephenson2 years ago in Fiction
It Will Be Alright. Content Warning.
Fate brought me here all those years ago, and now I find myself immersed in the blessing I have received. I’ve known little else since, other than the gentle rushes of water on the shore, the rustle of palm leaves on a windy day, and the powerful scent of brine on the breeze. There is little else one could want. Sustenance from earth, peace from sea, comfort from sand.
By J D Guzman2 years ago in Fiction
Just another crack
A man is sitting in the corner of the local bus station, leaning against a concrete wall. It is just after sunset, and while his toes still carry the warm memory of a pleasant autumn day, he slowly feels the reassuring cold creeping in through his leather jacket. Not far from where he is sitting, a pigeon is limping around an abandoned piece of bread, tearing apart its best parts.
By Arne Nasgot2 years ago in Fiction
A Truly Great Night. Top Story - March 2025. Content Warning.
Ingrid sat in darkness, belly full, beside her husband Klaus, immaculately dressed in his best gray suit. Below her, a wonderful clarinet soloist finished her Rondo, center stage. Ingrid’s playbill identified the piece as Mozart’s Clarinet Concerto in A Major. Klaus tapped his fingers in time with the strings, and in that moment she was happy. Things were turning around. Not so long ago, they’d had to scrape for food. Now with continued promises of economic turnaround, they could enjoy a dinner with wine followed by the orchestra.
By Matthew J. Fromm2 years ago in Fiction
Mickey 17
Mickey 17: Bong Joon-ho’s Sci-Fi Epic Pushes Boundaries of Identity and Survival After much anticipation, Mickey 17 has finally hit theaters, marking another bold entry in the sci-fi genre from visionary director Bong Joon-ho. Starring Robert Pattinson in the lead role, this cerebral and visually stunning film adapts Edward Ashton’s novel Mickey7, exploring themes of identity, mortality, and the ethics of cloning in a futuristic setting. With Bong’s signature storytelling and Pattinson’s compelling performance, Mickey 17 stands out as a thought-provoking journey into the unknown.
By Fahim2 years ago in Fiction
The Shadow Whisperer – An Archaeologist’s Journey Through Time
Chapter 1: The Mysterious Invitation It was a cold, moonlit night in the heart of Cairo when Layla received the invitation. The envelope, sealed with crimson wax, bore no return address. Her name was written in elegant calligraphy, and the paper smelled faintly of sandalwood. Layla, a young archaeologist with a passion for ancient mysteries, couldn't resist the allure. She opened it to find a single sentence: "The shadows whisper secrets only you can uncover." Intrigued, Layla decided to follow the cryptic message. The next morning, she found herself standing before an ancient, crumbling mansion on the outskirts of the city. The air was thick with the scent of jasmine, and the sound of distant drums echoed through the narrow streets. As she stepped inside, the door creaked shut behind her, and she was enveloped in darkness. Chapter 2: The Hidden Chamber Layla's flashlight flickered as she explored the mansion. The walls were adorned with faded tapestries depicting scenes of ancient Egyptian rituals. She felt a strange energy in the air, as if the very walls were alive. Suddenly, her foot caught on a loose stone, and she stumbled into a hidden chamber. The room was filled with artifacts—golden statues, intricately carved amulets, and scrolls written in hieroglyphs. But what caught her eye was a large, ornate mirror in the center of the room. Its surface was black as night, and it seemed to pulse with an otherworldly light. As Layla approached, she heard a faint whisper, like the rustling of leaves in the wind.
By amgad2 years ago in Fiction
The Importance of a Kiss
**: A Universal Expression of Love and Connection** A kiss is one of the most intimate and universal expressions of human emotion. It transcends cultures, languages, and time, serving as a powerful way to communicate love, affection, passion, and even respect. From a gentle peck on the cheek to a passionate embrace, a kiss can convey a myriad of emotions and meanings. Beyond its emotional significance, kissing also has psychological, physiological, and social benefits that contribute to our overall well-being. This article explores the importance of a kiss, its cultural and historical significance, and the science behind why kissing matters.
By Taiyab Ahmed2 years ago in Fiction