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"The Dream Intruder" tells about a guy who is able to travel through his dreams and other people's dreams to do thrilling things like X-Man, Super-Man, or Spider-Man. Using imagination to create fantasies but it makes the readers fascinated. Read More

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Hopefully, the hottest flame [actually] burns the fastest. Read More
Life is an adventure, and that includes the positive and the negative, light and the dark. Read More

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A troubled local boy builds a special relationship with a countertop waitress only to have his world turned upside down. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Read More
The Old Sergeant is fictional This story was inspired by an internet poem called “Daddy’s Poem.” Author Leecy Madison. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/daddys-poem-leecy-madison. Read More
"Vessels" is a grim and surreal short story that explores the idea that we all share a single soul. Read More

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(This story is part of a series of short stories about a platoon fighting in Iraq and later Afghanistan and the Old Sergeant that leads them. The Old Sergeant and any names, places or incidents are fictional.) Read More

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A dangerous mission for the Prince. Read More
He woke up to the sound of gunfire and screams. He grabbed his shotgun and ran to the window, looking for the source of the chaos. He saw them, the undead, swarming the streets and attacking anyone in sight. He saw blood, fire, and smoke everywhere. Read More
Strangely, I believe, is one of the most detrimental perspectives & lifestyles to have and take. Read More
Turns out Charlie is in some big trouble after all. On top of his abusive behavior, he has gotten himself entangled with the wrong men in business, and is found owing and wanting. His wife Annalise seeks to find a way out, but if she attempts escape, Charlie and (his… Read More
Prepare for a heartbreaking story of survival and resilience. Follow the protagonist as they face their most difficult challenge yet: a brutal attack that puts their strength and determination to the test. They must muster every ounce of courage to bear the pain while thinking of their loved ones. But,… Read More
This story was inspired by recent scientific studies of the naked mole rat. Read More

Short Story / Horror

August 28, 2023

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I’m trying something new. I enjoy reading horror so I thought I’d try writing. Read More

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A demented cult believes a bridge is evil. May God have mercy on any who dare cross it, for the cult has none. Read More

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A deaf painter visits an isolated lighthouse in hopes of getting over his artist's block and to get away from the nuisance which everyone calls humankind. On a fateful night he is awestruck by a bewitching siren whose song can damn any soul. Since that day he can paint nothing… Read More
A nosy landlord shouldn't go snooping on his tenants. Especially not the twins. Read More
The world of Gaea, a vast planet filled with a variety of empires, people, and monsters. A world shaped by the power known as Chaos. Within, there lives a boy, his name, Inorema Pasi. Who begins a quest to become the strongest warrior. With the power he has stored within… Read More
Gillian invited friends on a luxurious train trip. Totally oblivious to what she really had planned. Read More
Have you ever been with family or friends and went to a movie, rented a VCR tape or DVD, or turned on the television to watch a movie or show that they wanted to watch, and you thought all right this might be interesting, but found yourself totally bored about… Read More
Let me tell any of you, though, that anyone and everyone can. Read More
Written for the Dawn of AI Short Story Contest, Fall 2023 As the dawn of AI breaks over our known horizons, what will the future hold for humanity? In creating machines with no set intellectual limits to mimic humanity, will we become the retired model in the end? Read More
A simple letter to a friend who went away. Read More
Balance is absolutely essential in all aspects of life Read More
In the realm of human experience, dreams and aspirations serve as the luminous stars guiding our journey through life's intricate tapestry. From the tender moments of childhood to the contemplative stages of adulthood, these ethereal companions accompany us, fueling our passions and propelling us toward greatness. The human spirit thrives… Read More
A bleak scene between a man and his wife. Read More

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Abby is a wealthy but down-to-earth nature lover. She particular loves the autumn months and spends as much time out of doors as possible. While walking in the woods one autumn day, she discovers something that will change her life forever. Read More

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