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An African survival story
What is construed as glamourous in our everyday lives? Is it the perfect photograph splashed atop a story. Or is it the content written within the story. The poignant and true pictures of the real lives of a people who struggle for existence, the people whom we cannot begin to comprehend their daily battles for survival. A simple life of relative comfort to some, would seem like a kings palace and a banquet feast to many of our brothers and sisters around the world. Some who have to fight so hard for the providing of a few morsels for their daily bread.
Novel AllenPublished 12 months ago in HumansWelcome to the World of Discord: A Guide for Vocal Creators
In last week's update, we shared some exciting news about the newest addition to the Vocal community - the Official Vocal Creators Discord server! We were thrilled by your positive responses and eagerness to jump in. It’s clear to us that our creators are as enthusiastic as we are about the potential of this platform for growing our vibrant community.
Vocal TeamPublished 12 months ago in ResourcesSEO POEM
In the realm of digital tide I dwell, Crafting a verse, where SEO does swell. With words aligned, and tags discreet, A poem emerges, Google's heart to beat.
Tipsy Tuesday
Let’s get tipsy!!!! I know what you’re thinking—it’s not the weekend. The bars aren’t hopping and you have got to get through a week of work sober. I get it, I do. However, I’m challenging you to get a bit tipsy this Tuesday. Let your hair down. Do something different for a change. Let’s start a trend—we’ll call it Tipsy Tuesday. Are you in? I hope so, cause this will be the new vocal BUZZ!
Natalie StoverPublished 12 months ago in HumansContext and Complexity: Diving into "The Penthouse Vietnam Veterans Adviser"
This experiment previously tested how AI research would describe the unexpected legacy of Penthouse magazine when it came to writing about the Vietnam War. In honor of Memorial Day we decided to put it to a further test to see how tools like ChatGPT can supplement original and historical works, particularly those as complex as Penthouse’s “Vietnam Veterans Adviser.”
Vocal Creator Chat: 5/30/23
Have questions about creating stories, growing your audience, and getting rewarded on Vocal? The Vocal community and team are here to help answer your questions and feedback together.
Vocal Creator ChatPublished 12 months ago in ResourcesSorry I Missed That.
Dissociating; fading out from reality and slamming- head first, Into unreality, where the colours burst. Sparks from neurons misfiring, incorrectly dispersed, spelling out the truth that we are,
Obsidian WordsPublished 12 months ago in PoetsI Bought the Freewrite Traveler - An Honest Review
Note: This article is not sponsored, and I am in no way affiliated with Freewrite. On the fence about purchasing the Freewrite Traveler? Read on to determine if purchasing the device is right for you:
Olivia L. DobbsPublished 12 months ago in 01The Right Sauces For The Right Foods (If You’re Not A Maniac)
Do you ever see someone put tomato sauce on a bacon sandwich and just stand there, blank-faced, dumbfounded by the irritating dimwit stood before you, and think, “what the actual fuck have you just done?”
Gary RagnarssonPublished 12 months ago in FeastAmid Confetti Fire
Daisy whispers that it's over as we watch the fragments fall Into confetti fire...and I pretend for her that I'm not frightened; that I'm not terrified at all.
Dick Dodgers
Dick Dodgers SFPI (Space Faring Paranormal Investigator) & the Case of the Orgasmic Organism: Chapter 1: Corpus Erecti
Andrew C McDonaldPublished 12 months ago in FictionBetrayer
I let it run right through my hands, Ignore the men and their commands. Their aim is steady, as am I, My heartbeat sure, steel in my eye.
What’s the Deal with American Cheese?
I was recently scrolling the Vocal Top Stories and came upon this delightful culinary odyssey, by Rasma Raisters, highlighting the best cheese dishes from around the world. I was immediately hungry, but also inspired to write about the neon orange specimen native to my homeland. I am talking, of course, about American cheese.
Leslie WritesPublished 12 months ago in FeastShe Only Had Herself
Wishes were for Genies to grant For now, she could only rant Everything seemed too big for an ant ~~~~~ Her brain ran out of space
Dharrsheena Raja SegarranPublished 12 months ago in PoetsDisney Live-Action Remakes
I'll say this for Disney Live-Action Remakes: They're good on taking on feedback about what their target audiences liked and didn't like about the originals.
Natasja RosePublished 12 months ago in GeeksCenter Stage with Aphotic
Welcome back! I'm here with another chat interview featuring creator, Aphotic. If you're new to the series, please let me take a quick moment to explain the vision.
Heather HublerPublished 12 months ago in InterviewDeath By Distraction
***Warning*** May be disturbing**** * D riving with my phone out, I am distracted in the car I instantly regret it, as I leave the local bar
Kelli Sheckler-AmsdenPublished 12 months ago in PoetsHow to Say “No” Without Saying No
A verbal slap. An emotional dropkick. An intangible war zone. Saying no is a cataclysmic concept. It stings, it scars and it’s friggin’ scary, right? And yet, we’re all faced with the need, the desperation, to say it.
emPublished 12 months ago in MotivationGreat Nothingness
Do you feel weighed down by life? Immerse yourself deep in water Stop and take a moment Tilt your head back and float Relax and let the waves wash over you
Paul StewartPublished 12 months ago in PoetsVocal Community Microfiction Series
When the Microfiction Magic Challenge was announced I thought I could pull a Hemmingway, write a tiny story, and be done with it. But then I saw the word count (50-100 words) and realized my first entry did not meet the requirements.
Loryne AndaweyPublished 12 months ago in Fiction