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A Techno Carol (with Apologies to Charles Dickens) - A Story in Five Parts. Top Story - January 2024.
Part I: “Go to your room!” Dad shouted at him, but it was his mother who was in tears. Jimmy Curtis knew that this was serious when he saw what happened. The presents were being wrapped, and he could have waited in his room…but why bother? His parents knew what he wanted for Christmas, and here it was, Christmas Eve, and they were still getting things ready for the big day. So, why didn’t they get him the system he wanted? Why a stupid-looking 2.0 version of the super Benevolt gaming set? And no extra controllers for it? He had to say something.
By Kendall Defoe 2 years ago in Chapters
Environmental Changes
A potential geomagnetic storm may result in the mesmerizing display of the Northern Lights illuminating the skies across the United States.
By Akib2 years ago in Chapters
The Rat’s Tale Part 3/ Prequel
“You know I’m having a Christmas party, right?” Diamond asked in a tone that implied not only that she’d already invited me, but that this was a friendship, not a client/ stylist relationship. I thought that was weird, but it was the holidays, and a Mariah Carey tune can really bring the best out of people.
By scaldingblktea 2 years ago in Chapters
I’ve Always Hated the Water
Note: I wrote this for a particular challenge, but I could not find the right conclusion for it, and it seems to be growing into something much bigger and bolder than I thought it could be. Any critiques or thoughts would be helpful...
By Kendall Defoe 2 years ago in Chapters
A Christmas Fire's Reflection
A week before Christmas, Noelle Everly drove her 4-wheel red Jeep into her snow-packed driveway. The early evening was frost-kiss, and the sky was pregnant with snow. This week at her family's Christmas tree farm had been long. When Noelle Everly exited the car, she saw the front door to her log cabin open.
By Daphsam2 years ago in Chapters
Theo's Sweet-tooth
Chapter One Miss Ulla, despite needing help, refused it. She had lived in her small Swedish village for ninety-two years and wasn't about to leave the house she was born in for an elderly care facility; in fact she would only allow people to leave notes or food on her back porch. The postwoman made one exception for Ulla, that being leaving her mail just inside the mud room door under a weighty stone. The trash collector often skipped her as she rarely threw anything away. In fact, other than a local hunter, Theo, she had not been seen by anyone is the last five or so years.
By ROCK aka Andrea Polla (Simmons)2 years ago in Chapters
Addiction
Note: I felt compelled to start something after a long day of teaching last week... I am not sure, but this feels like the beginning of something much longer. I need your input.
By Kendall Defoe 2 years ago in Chapters
Part 1. Mercy | Threads of Destiny
Part 1. Mercy The night enveloped Emily in a shroud of darkness as she awoke from her slumber, the faint glow of her bedside lamp casting a feeble light across the room. A sudden vibration shattered the silence. Her phone, resting on the nightstand, erupted into a series of persistent rings. With a sense of urgency, she reached for it, her groggy eyes adjusting to the harsh light of the screen.
By AZTZA2 years ago in Chapters
Threads of Destiny
This is ongoing story, if u like it, stay tuned on my profile, thank youu PROLOG Amidst the dusk settling over Willow Creek Park, Emily Thompson sat by the pond, her gaze fixated on the gentle ripples of the water. The hues of the setting sun cast a warm glow on her brown hair and mysterious green eyes. The tranquil park held a certain serenity, unaware of the impending twist in fate.
By AZTZA2 years ago in Chapters
The Unwelcome Visitor. Top Story - November 2023.
There’s another package. Isla MacGregor exits the elevator to her waterfront condo’s front door. The innocent brown package sat waiting just like the other ones had.
By Daphsam2 years ago in Chapters
One Blue Cherry
Hey everyone, I'm Grace, and I'm about to share a piece of my life – a story that's woven into the fabric of my existence. You know, the kind of story that shapes who you are.
By Grace Paul2 years ago in Chapters
BEDTIME STORIES (PART 1)
Deep within the heart of a remote and uncharted rainforest lay a mysterious enchanted jungle, hidden from the prying eyes of civilization. This jungle was unlike any other, shrouded in an aura of magic and wonder. The lush foliage was more vibrant, the animal calls more melodic, and the air itself seemed to hum with an otherworldly energy. Very few dared to venture into its depths, for tales of the jungle's enchantment had spread throughout the region, and its secrets remained a source of both fascination and fear.
By Salman siddique2 years ago in Chapters