Young Adult
One Car And The Road
The road was quiet as Jacob drove his car down the winding path. The only sound was the hum of the engine and the rustling of leaves as they brushed against the side of the car. It was a beautiful day, the sun shining down on the countryside, but Jacob couldn't shake the feeling that something wasn't right.
By Mohammed Sarfan4 years ago in Fiction
Blue Moon. Runner-Up in Under Purple Clouds Challenge.
Every night at midnight, the purple clouds came out to dance with the blushing sky. The girls from the village were always asleep by then, having long since rushed back past the tall trees and whispering brush to return back to their warm kitchens, cool sheets, and closed shutters. Like good daughters, they heeded their mothers and at the first sign of dusk, began back with baskets slung around their elbows full of all sorts of roots and berries.
By Silver Daux4 years ago in Fiction
Phoebe has Pantophobia
Phoebe never ever wanted to leave her house. As a baby, she would cry incessantly whenever her parents took her outside. Thinking her ill, off to the doctor they went. Not a single reason could be found for the child's ailment. They couldn't keep pets, Phoebe would scream and run away in distress. As she grew older, things got a little better, it was best to send her to school, her parents were advised. She had to acclimatize herself to people. Poor Phoebe was in constant distress. She had so many phobias.
By Novel Allen4 years ago in Fiction
The Silver Lining
Chapter 1 Every night at midnight, the purple clouds came out to dance with the blushing sky. At least that’s how everyone here describes it. For hundreds of years or as far back as anyone remembers, it’s been customary to be outside looking upwards at the sky as the clouds formed into twirls of puffy purple clouds.
By Kat MayKnow4 years ago in Fiction
The Epic Journey of Kibo, the Talking Elephant
Once upon a time, in a dense jungle, there lived a wise old elephant named Kibo. Kibo was known for his exceptional intelligence and his ability to communicate with humans. His friends in the jungle would often gather around him to hear his stories about the world outside the jungle.
By felix kioko kasinga4 years ago in Fiction
Office Life
As the morning sun peeked through my window, I reluctantly dragged myself out of bed. I had a long day of work ahead of me, and to be honest, the thought of it made me feel empty inside. I went through my usual morning routine, brushing my teeth, washing my face, and changing into my work clothes. I sighed and looked in the mirror, feeling bored with my mundane office life. I worked as a data entry specialist at a large corporation, and my job involved sitting at a desk all day, staring at a computer screen. As I stepped out of my apartment building and onto the bustling street, I couldn't help but notice how the world had changed. There were skyscrapers and office buildings but they were designed to accommodate the different shapes and sizes of animals. Cars, jobs, restaurants, it was all the same. As the city got bigger, it started making more accommodations, sure it's a good thing. But it really slows down traffic. I made my way to the office, feeling unfulfilled and unchallenged by my job. I interacted with my coworkers, engaging in small talk and discussing work-related topics. It was the same routine day in and day out, and I couldn't help but feel like I was wasting my life away. But then, something strange happened. I received a premonition, a feeling that something significant was about to happen. I didn't know what it was, but I felt like I had to investigate. I started to notice strange behavior from my coworkers. They seemed more anxious and secretive than usual, and I couldn't shake the feeling that something was amiss in the office. One day, I overheard a conversation between two of my colleagues that confirmed my suspicions. They were talking about something called "Project Omega," which they described as a "game-changer" for the company. I decided to confront my boss about my suspicions. I asked him if there was anything going on in the company that I should know about, and he hesitated before answering. Finally, he confessed that the company had been engaging in unethical practices, such as polluting the environment and mistreating animals, all in the name of increasing profits. I was shocked and angry. How could a company that prided itself on its ethical standards be engaging in such heinous acts? I couldn't just sit by and watch as the company destroyed the environment and hurt innocent animals. I knew I had to do something, but I didn't know what. That's when I remembered my friend, a tech-savvy rabbit named Luna. She had always been interested in computer hacking, and I thought she might be able to help me get to the bottom of Project Omega. I reached out to Luna and explained the situation to her. At first, she was hesitant to get involved, but when I showed her the evidence I had gathered, she agreed to help me. Together, we hacked into the company's computer system and uncovered the true nature of Project Omega. It was a plan to genetically engineer animals to be more productive and efficient, all at the expense of their well-being. The company had been conducting cruel experiments on innocent animals, and we had the proof to bring them to justice. I rallied my coworkers and staged a protest against the company's practices. I gave a passionate speech, inspiring my colleagues to join me in standing up for what's right. We picketed outside the office, drawing attention from the media and the public. The company was forced to change its ways, and I felt fulfilled and empowered by making a difference. I realized that even the most mundane jobs could be meaningful if we used them as a platform for change. As I walked out of the office, I felt a sense of pride and purpose. I had a new mission and it was up to me to fulfill it. I had to find that owl and ask her more about this premonition. I had so many questions and concerns, but one thing was clear, I couldn't ignore this message. I decided to start my quest by asking around in the city. I stopped every animal I saw and asked if they knew of any wise owls that might be able to help me. But after hours of searching, I came up empty-handed. I was starting to lose hope when I saw a small group of animals huddled around something. As I approached them, I could see that they were watching a TV screen that was playing the news. The anchor was a sleek and stylish gazelle who was reporting on a recent crime wave in the city. As I listened to the report, I couldn't help but feel a sense of dread. It seemed like the criminals were getting bolder and more dangerous by the day. But what really caught my attention was when the anchor mentioned that the mastermind behind this crime wave was an owl named Athena. My heart sank as I realized that the owl I was looking for might be the very same one causing chaos in the city. So, I went home & went to bed. There wasn't anything I could do now. The next day at work, it was a normal day. Then suddenly my boss kicks in my door. It scared the shit out of my & I threw it without thinking about it. Thankfully it didn't hit him. He started laughing. I was embarrassed but that didn't matter. "Guess what?!" He said. I nervously ask "What?..." His response filled me with joy. "Remember how you had to ask Athena? Well it turns out she was a super villain after all. I didn't need to ask anyone anything, you're next in line for her position! Congratulations! You're being prompted! You're about to get a big pay raise! How do you feel about corner offices?"
By Sergio VanNess4 years ago in Fiction
