Young Adult

William's Things
Opal slept on her belly like a dog all summer. It was too hot to open the drapes or the shutters, so she contented herself with lying in the cool darkness beneath her bed, or in the bare porcelain bottom of the bathtub with a book fanned open in her lap and her feet kicked up over the side. There was a little square window at the foot of the tub whose glass was all wavy; when Opal looked through it, she felt as though she were seeing a distorted reflection in a ripply pond. She liked to imagine that the weird, wobbly world behind the glass wasn’t an illusion at all, and that if she were to open the little window and crawl through, that the trees and houses and street lamps would all remain bent at strange, impossible angles, and that she would become a part of this interesting world too. Alas, the window looked as though it had never been opened, and Opal went back to her book.
By Jennifer A. G.3 years ago in Fiction
Mars: Humanity's Next Frontier
The fourth planet from the Sun, Mars, has long captured people's attention. Mars is one of the most alluring planets in the universe for study and settlement because of its rusty-red terrain, enigmatic surface features, and the presence of life. The idea of visiting Mars is now closer than ever thanks to developments in space exploration technology and a resurgence of interest from both commercial and governmental space agencies.
By Vijay Kumar3 years ago in Fiction
Love Triangle
Rani, Rama, and Rina were classmates in high school. They were always together, studying, playing, and joking. However, there was something that Rani and Rina did not know. Rama secretly liked Rani, a cheerful, smart, and beautiful girl. Rama always looked for reasons to be close to Rani, helping her with assignments, taking her out, and giving her gifts. Rama hoped that one day Rani would realize his feelings and accept his love. However, fate said otherwise. Rani also liked someone, but not Rama. Rani liked Rina, her sweet, gentle, and caring friend. Rani always felt comfortable and happy with Rina, more than anyone else. Rani often praised Rina, hugged her, and kissed her cheek. Rani hoped that one day Rina would understand her feelings and reciprocate her love. Rina, who knew nothing, was confused by Rani and Rama's attitudes. Rina liked them both as friends, but nothing more. Rina was not interested in love, because she had another dream. Rina wanted to be a writer, who told beautiful and inspiring stories to many people. Rina was always busy writing in her diary, laptop, or scrap papers. Rina hoped that one day she would realize her dream and become a famous writer. They lived in uncertainty, keeping secrets, and hoping anxiously. They did not know how to express their feelings, afraid of being rejected, losing, or hurting. They did not know that their love triangle would end in a way they did not expect. One day, when they were in the library, Rama could not stand it anymore. He decided to confess his love to Rani, hoping he would get the answer he wanted. He took a book from the shelf, and wrote a love letter on the last page. He then gave the book to Rani, and said, "Rani, I have something for you. Read this book until the end, and you will know what I feel." Rani received the book with a smile, and opened it. She saw the title of the book, and was surprised. The book was Rina's work, which had just been published. The book was titled "Love Triangle", and told a story similar to their lives. Rani felt happy and proud of Rina, and at the same time curious about the contents of the book. She started reading the book, and was more and more captivated by Rina's writing style, which was full of emotion, imagination, and beauty. Rina, who saw Rani reading the book, felt nervous and anxious. She did not know that Rama had given the book to Rani, and she did not know that Rama had written a love letter on the last page. She only knew that the book was the expression of her heart, which she wrote honestly and bravely. She wrote about her feelings for Rani, whom she loved for a long time, but never dared to say it. She wrote about her hopes that Rani would accept her love, and be with her. She wrote about the end of their story, which she dreamed of as a happy ending. Rama, who saw Rina staring at Rani with hope, felt jealous and angry. He did not know that the book was Rina's work, and he did not know that Rina also liked Rani. He only knew that he had given his love letter to Rani, and he hoped Rani would read it and choose him. He did not know that his love letter would be useless, because Rani would never see it. When Rani reached the last page of the book, she found something that surprised and touched her. On that page, there was a sentence written in red ink, which read, "I love you, Rani. Will you be my girlfriend?" Below the sentence, there was a signature that she knew very well. The signature was Rina's, her best friend and love of her life. Rani cried, and hugged the book tightly. She could not believe that Rina also loved her, and had confessed her love in such a beautiful and romantic way. She felt happy, and ran towards Rina, who was still standing there with a pale face. She hugged Rina, and said, "I love you too, Rina. I want to be your girlfriend." Rina cried, and hugged Rani back. She could not believe that Rani had read her love letter, and had accepted her love in such a sincere and warm way. She felt happy, and kissed Rani, who was still holding the book in her hand. She said, "Thank you, Rani. You are my inspiration." Rama cried, and left the library. He could not believe that Rani had rejected his love, and had chosen Rina as her girlfriend. He felt broken, and regretted his decision to give the book to Rani. He said, "I'm sorry, Rani. I misunderstood." Their love triangle ended in a way they did not expect. Rani and Rina became a happy couple, and Rama became a lonely person. They never met again, and lived with their choices. The end.
By Al Fun3 years ago in Fiction
Fantastical: The Fairytale! Part 4!
February 26th, 2024! ~Princess Glory on a mission!~ After she had showered and dressed and eaten and was ready for the day, she knew she had quite an adventure ahead of her, a very exciting one indeed! She had thought about it and planned it out and covered all the right steps and details to be sure it would all be perfect and go just right! So she was happy to finally be able to take that long beautiful stroll along the shoreline to the place where she knew she would need to stand to catch the right waves of the Ocean with the wind moving the water in the right direction, so that her desired outcome would take place!
By Jennifer Cooley3 years ago in Fiction
Cindy of Ravenswood. Content Warning.
There is a difference from right and from wrong, here, my thoughts do not align. I was always under the impression that they were good guys in the world and bad. Now I am not too sure. Let me first introduce myself to you, my name is Cindy Poppins, I am a caretaker for the elderly here in Ravenswood, it does not matter what their fault is or was while they were alive, rather younger, now that they are old and feeble mind and body. It is my task to take care of them in their final days. This is where I say the lines blurred between what is good and what is bad. To give further note in this I will try my best to recall the conversation from one who has passed, as well as one whom is waiting to pass.
By William L. Truax III3 years ago in Fiction
Typewriter and the Author
Shafts of light streamed in through the wide window, warming the mahogany-stained desk and casting a spotlight on the ancient typewriter. Its black and red ribbons are brittle and crumbling, its alphanumeric keys eroded beneath decades of keystrokes. A yellowing sheet of paper remains wound around its return bar. What is written on the page has long since passed from the typewriter’s recollection. He had memorized it once, but now all he could recall were the final keystrokes as several remained jammed. The author had neglected to repair him, so here he lay, gathering rust and dust.
By S.N. Evans3 years ago in Fiction
Magic Bookstore
The day started like any other Saturday morning, with rain casting the town in a dark gray haze. The rain was steady but light as I made my way down the sparse streets of the town. I hummed a random tune as I twirled the umbrella, hopping from puddle to puddle, splashing rainwater on my pants. Saturday mornings always put me in a good mood. It is the one day a week I can visit my favorite place in the world, an old bookstore. The old brick building shows its age compared to the modern shops surrounding it.
By Pamela_Ann953 years ago in Fiction
Love's Departure and Discovery
Amidst the tranquil seclusion of my modest abode, I found myself immersed in a realm of recollections and sentiments. The walls resonated with the mirth that once permeated the space, yet now, only an eerie quietude lingered. It was within these confines, amidst the remnants of a love relinquished, that I embarked on a voyage of recuperation and self-revelation.
By Promise Olushola3 years ago in Fiction
From Adversity to Triumph
In the heart of a bustling metropolis where aspirations bloomed like verdant meadows in springtime, resided a youthful maiden known as Maya. Maya's existence, however, diverged starkly from the picturesque scenes embellishing postcards and glossy magazines. She hailed from a humble milieu, where each day unfolded as a battle against the torrents of misfortune.
By Promise Olushola3 years ago in Fiction
Insights Gained
In the midst of a bustling metropolis, amidst the clamor of daily existence, resided a youthful woman known as Sarah. She possessed a spirited essence, brimming with aspirations and dreams, yet akin to many, she found herself consistently traversing the labyrinth of life's tribulations. Sarah had always perceived life akin to a tempestuous sea, teeming with crests and troughs, tempests and serenity, yet it wasn't until she embarked upon a voyage of self-revelation that she truly comprehended the profundity of this analogy.
By Promise Olushola3 years ago in Fiction
Stairway
There once were two little boys who grew up not too far from my old neighborhood. We all went to the same middle school, but they were all grown up by the time I attended. Their exploits, however, had already become something of legend among the student body. One story in particular stands out above the rest and the two boys, Theo and Mike, always maintained that it was the complete and honest truth.
By Taylor Rigsby3 years ago in Fiction
Cinta dan Persahabatan
In a beautiful small town, lived two close friends named Maya and Rian. They grew up together, facing all the joys and sorrows side by side. Their bond was not just a friendship but a strong emotional connection.
By mas al3 years ago in Fiction