Young Adult
Not My Mother's Coven
“Success will come with motivation, planning, and determination. Setting forth with heart and soul, I know I will achieve my goal." A young woman sat in a circle of people in a wooded area and places a folded piece of paper beneath a stone and repeated these words until she felt she could stop, hoping that her goals could be reached.
By A.E. Falls3 years ago in Fiction
Calculated Manipulation. Content Warning.
The air felt heavy. Or maybe that was just me. My breath was heavy. My chest filled up quickly, letting out the air much quicker than it was letting inside. God. You just sat on the other end of the couch. Your body slumped over the couch with your feet kicked up on the coffee table. Your hands covering your eyes as if you were afraid to look at me. Why couldn't you look at me? Why couldn't you face what you've done? The television screen was lit, yet no picture was shown. Only were there colors bouncing off the cracks of the screen; the cracks which appeared after you tried to put your fist through the picture. God. Was that what you didn't want to face? Your hands uncovered your face. Your head still remained resting on the back of the couch, while your feet were propped up on the coffee table. I've always hated the way you would prop your feet up on the table but there's no way I'm correcting you now.
By 'Lissa Stufflestreet3 years ago in Fiction
Ichika's Journey to Body Confidence and Mental Well-being. Content Warning.
Ichika, a vibrant and spirited young woman, hails from the Land of the Rising Sun. She has a captivating presence, with eyes that sparkle like stars, and a smile that radiates warmth and kindness. While her journey has been marked by struggles and challenges, Ichika has emerged as a beacon of hope, teaching people to be confident in their bodies and fostering a positive attitude to support mental health.
By StoryholicFinds3 years ago in Fiction
Silent Flirts
I’m thinking of him right now, but wouldn't it be amazing if he is also thinking of me… Why else would he invite me to his brother's “Backyard Barbecue Party” 🎉 as a date if he didn’t like me? Oh, but is this a date? Should I forage my mind to these naughty situations…
By HandsomelouiiThePoet (Lonzo ward)3 years ago in Fiction
Asiphe's Wild Hair
Asiphe is sitting by the school gate and playing with stones. Asiphe has an afro. A shadow blocks the sun and she looks up. Her big brother is standing in front of her. “Time to go, kid,” he says, taking her backpack. She stands up and they walk away. He is wearing his school uniform and carrying two backpacks. He is in the big school. Asiphe counts in her head how long she has to wait to be in his class. ‘One, two, three, four, five years!’ She still has a long way to go.
By yonela mtsi3 years ago in Fiction
Yours, Truly
All she ever dreamt of having was to get a taste of something different; anything different. A new life. A new beginning. All she's ever wanted was the taste of the type of life she's only dreamt of having. You know the one. The life where havoc was all that was known to the sole perpetrator. The life where you couldn't know whether a person was good or bad; either you trusted everyone, or trusted no one. That life. That's the life she wanted to take a bite out of. Just a taste. Just to get a feel of something... anything... different from her own.
By 'Lissa Stufflestreet3 years ago in Fiction
The Phoenix's Song
============================================== “The Phoenix's Song" is a metaphorical title that draws upon the symbolism of the mythical phoenix bird. In mythology, the phoenix is a creature that is said to be reborn from its ashes after burning itself in a fiery blaze. This symbolism is often associated with themes of renewal, transformation, and rebirth. In the context of the letter, "The Phoenix's Song" suggests that the man, who has carried the burden of his past actions for decades, is now seeking redemption and a chance for personal transformation. His letter is akin to the "song" of the phoenix, a heartfelt expression of remorse and the desire for a fresh start. It signifies his willingness to confront his past, acknowledge his mistakes, and attempt to rise from the ashes of his past wrongdoings to become a better person. Overall, the title captures the idea that this letter is about the potential for healing and redemption, much like the mythical phoenix's ability to rise anew from its own destruction.
By Kudu Reuben Adukabo3 years ago in Fiction
First of Her Kind part 6
The kitchen buzzed with morning activity. Benjamin stood at the stove preparing breakfast while Lucian impatiently searched the fridge for something to tide him over. Emily and Jessie chatted over cups of coffee at the dining room table and Dr. Sheridan leaned against the counter, lazily sipping on his own mug while reading something on the tablet in his hand.
By C. Lea Roufley3 years ago in Fiction
