Young Adult

The Tale of Lily and Max: The Journey of our Friendship and Wisdom
In the picturesque town of Brooksville, nestled amid lush forests and scenic landscapes, resided two best friends, Lily and Max. Their tale is one of profound friendship, adventurous spirits, and the pursuit of ancient wisdom. As the story goes, on a sunlit afternoon, the duo stumbled upon a cryptic map, unraveling a journey that would shape their lives.
By Fathima Zainab3 years ago in Fiction
Echoes of Eternity
In the quiet town of Raven’s Hollow, where shadows clung to the edges of dilapidated houses and time moved like a languid river, I lingered—a specter trapped between the realms of the living and the ethereal. My name, forgotten in the annals of time, whispered through the rustling leaves and the creaking floorboards of decaying homes.
By Oliver 3 years ago in Fiction
Disabled Love
“All right, buddy. This is it.” I looked out the car window to see that we’re at the park. I could feel both excitement and anxiety flutter in my stomach. I looked over to Jake, who simply smiled as he scratched my ear.
By R. N. M. Haubrock3 years ago in Fiction
Ephemeral Hearts
In the quaint town of Evervale, where secrets whispered through ancient trees and the river murmured untold tales, lived a boy named Aiden. Aiden was different—he couldn't die. His existence was an enigma that cast a shadow over his childhood, a shadow that grew longer as the years passed, marking him as an eternal outsider.
By Oliver 3 years ago in Fiction
SENSEI
Acknowledgment goes to Reedsy.com for the prompt "Start your story with a student on their first day of apprenticeship," under which this teen drama story was published. I wrote this fictional story based on my experience as a third-degree black belt and karate instructor.
By Andrea Corwin 3 years ago in Fiction
The Highwayman. Content Warning.
Lady Constance ‘Connie’ Mobley decided to walk in the woods surrounding her father’s manor. Being the only daughter in a family of twelve children, she craved peace and solitude from all the gas fights, arm rub burns, and head neuggies. She wished her mother had at least one other girl for Connie to have allied with.
By Mother Combs3 years ago in Fiction
The Seventeenth Summer (Ch 15)
Chapter Fifteen As he headed toward the centre of town, down darkened, tree-lined streets, Danny’s head was a jumble of emotions. He was excited by the thought of seeing Jake again, even if he was still concerned about the way in which he had been acting when they had left him earlier. He was also worried about what his mother had been saying about his stepfather being home tomorrow.
By Mark 'Ponyboy' Peters3 years ago in Fiction
World in Tatters Ch. 10. Content Warning.
We spent the next hour or so dishing out soup to dozens of the ill-fated. I call it soup, but there wasn’t much substance to it, just broth with few shreds of chicken and an occasional noodle. It wasn’t much, but for some of these people, it might be what keeps them alive for a few more days.
By Kevin Barkman3 years ago in Fiction
Battling Guilt, Part 3: The Ex
Petra was tempted to lose her cool because her gut feeling caused her to assume the worst. Was he mugged?? Did he get hit by a bus? Was he violently accosted because he took a turn into the wrong alley at the wrong time? Petra was ballistic on the inside, but on the outside, she stood calm and cool, her stance solid as a brick.
By dre.amerwithapen3 years ago in Fiction
Mystery of Area 51: Unraveling Myths and Realities. Content Warning.
Introduction: Greetings, fellow enthusiasts of the unexplained! Today, let's embark on a comprehensive journey through the mysterious realms of Area 51, the infamous U.S. military facility nestled in the heart of the Nevada desert. From UFO sightings to government conspiracies, Area 51 has been shrouded in secrecy and speculation for decades. In this article, we'll delve into its enigmatic history, separating fact from fiction and exploring the enduring fascination that surrounds this clandestine location.
By React Wizards3 years ago in Fiction
Venus
I started NaNoWriMo this year with some really good intentions but I got stuck on the story concept. Life got in the way this past month due to unforeseen circumstances. I decided instead of fixating on my failed attempt, that I would still post it- unfinished and edited- here on Vocal.
By Chloe Unfiltered3 years ago in Fiction
The Intrusion
“Time to get up, Mary,” Nanny had come into the room, stoked up the fire, and opened the curtains. “Oh, Nanny, can I just have five more minutes?” Mary was begging.
By Mother Combs3 years ago in Fiction