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Most recently published stories in Humans.
The Cottage At The Side Of The River
Chapter 1 Everything seemed to go wrong that year. I lost my job, I lost my grandma and I lost what I thought was the love of my life.
Jumbled OrderPublished 3 years ago in HumansSweet Hart by Rae Marks - Novel Excerpt!
Want a sneaky read of Rae Marks' latest suspense romance? Of COURSE you do! In order to stay alive, Bray and Sam must appear to be lovers. What happens when pretending becomes too real?
No Regrets
I was ready for the business world after I graduated high school, to move into the work field, spread my wings and fly successfully toward adulthood. I had a fresh young mind with a new outlook and was ready to change the world. I strategically designed an eye catching resume that I knew would land me a job.
Karen KiddPublished 3 years ago in HumansThe Golden Seas
I love this painting. Something about it soothes me from the inside, and calms my mind. I can stare at it all day long, and it never seems to get old. Even the name “Golden Seas” has such a calming demeanor about it. The majestic wooden ship, with sails drawn high, gliding above the powerful ocean waves with the sun barely peeking through the clouds. You could invent a thousand stories to go along with Charles Vickery's beautiful piece of artwork, and boy have I ever.
Daniel J PricePublished 3 years ago in HumansCome Sail Away
Brandi was soaking in every ray of sunlight she could as she lay on the warm golden sand. Today was a perfect day to be at the beach. She had searched these shores for a completely remote spot where she could be alone. Ever since she and her mom had moved to this tropical “paradise”, she had not had a moment to herself. Unpacking, new school, new way of life far from all she had known took up all her time. The night before, she and her mom had a huge fight. Her mother said Brandi needed to grow up and take more responsibility. Even though she was going to be 13 soon, Brandi didn’t want to grow up just yet. She still loved playing with dolls, hugging her teddy bear, and coloring with her crayons. Why did everyone need to grow up so fast anyway?
Janet FreedlandPublished 3 years ago in HumansCaptain Morgan the True Captain
Siting here, belly full of Captain Morgan. Sluggish and sick to my stomach as the ship toss in turns. How many days has it been, 80... 90?
Michael J. HarrisPublished 3 years ago in HumansBinded And Blinded
I was once a little girl with dreams. Dreams to be a fairy tale princess. to live in a big castle where the land is filled with love, beautiful animals and insects. where the food and sweet treats are of abundance. Where there will be a handsome prince waiting to take me by the hand and lead me to fantasy fulfillment. I longed for this Prince to be loving and to be a provider just like my father. I was a daddy's girl indeed. But I'd soon find out that life isn't about fairy tales, birds and butterflies. it's more about challenges and obstacles. of course, that can be conquered, but did I possess the strength and courage to do so?
Carrie JonesPublished 3 years ago in HumansCombination Safe
The executive suite did not measure up to Audrey’s expectations. To begin with, the glass coffee table was hideously outdated, as was the boxy entertainment cabinet that housed a bulky television set and a DVD player. On the bed lay a tacky duvet with green and blue seashell patterns swirling all over the rough fabric, creating a nauseating image that could not be ignored. A planned distraction from the rest of the unappealing decorations in the room perhaps. Amid the questionable décor was a mesmerizing painting of a ship sailing on a sun-soaked horizon. Not a cruise ship, gaudy in its 21st century build, but a beautiful ornately assembled wooden ship. On the bow clung a commanding figurehead, depicting a warrior woman throwing a spear in combat. Massive sails caught a gust of wind that guided the ship towards the engulfing orange horizon, while a flag bearing the image of a family crest whipped vigorously off the stern. Audrey was sucked in, but she knew she had to hurry. Martin would be back any minute. She took the ship painting off of the wall and set it carefully on the floor. Behind the painting was a safe. 01-99-03 was the combination, a detail she found too easy to acquire. The door opened at the first try and five bricks of cash fell out onto the worn carpet. If Martin had been telling the truth, then Audrey was now in possession of fifty thousand dollars.
Ellyn UsseryPublished 3 years ago in HumansMy Best Friend Married A Prostitute
What happened to my best friend, Paul, could happen to anybody. You meet somebody new and you take whatever they tell you about themselves on face value. And that alone can be bad enough when you come to realise that what you have been told is speckled with lies, half truths and self delusion, but it's the parts that they don't tell you about that can really trip you up.
Adam EvansonPublished 3 years ago in HumansThe Gift That Keeps On Giving
Today is the last day I’ll be here. Frankly, I have no idea what to do after all this. The door is wide open now... wasn’t that what I was asking for? No, not like this. Not this way. Where do I go from here? This is a very small town.
The First Last Date
The First Last Date The tears welling in her eyes obscured her reflection momentarily. She quickly grasped a tissue from the box on her dressing table and carefully dabbed the delicate area beneath her modestly made up eyes, stemming the stream and preventing any restorative work.
Victoria CopePublished 3 years ago in HumansPen-Pals
I missed the deadline for the Ship on The Horizon challenge. I didn't get to finish in time because I had to work extra hours. But I spent a lot of time writing it so I will share it. I hope you all like it.
Deborah ZbieronekPublished 3 years ago in Humans