The stuff… Story will continue, but I want to get back to what happened... It was always fantastic after a difficult day to return to my habit. I could clear my thoughts, prepare myself for certain challenges, and be confident enough to ignore my past.
By Kendall Defoe 2 years ago in Chapters
Dear Vocal readers, What follows is a short compendium of my works that are four minutes or less for your reading pleasure. For all those times that you want to read something, but are short on time. Please be sure to check back, as the list grows. And thank you for following me on this journey.
By Atomic Historian2 years ago in Chapters
The Flight Academy "Mr. Amsbury, what inspires you to become a pilot?" "Thank you for asking, Miss Herschel. From a young age, I have had a fascination with flying. In grade school, I would sit on the lunch benches and watch the birds as they flew from the sky, beating their wings slowly with a full range of motion as they would gracefully land on the tabletops scouting around for food. I knew I wanted to be part of that world, gliding gracefully in the sky, feeling free, kissing the clouds."
By Rick Henry Christopher 2 years ago in Chapters
Yellow light becomes absorbed underwater at around thirty-five feet deep, but the air is golden and alive. It shimmers around tanks and walls, like a mirage in the desert. Vast and rolling mounds of sand stretch far and wide, with exclusive spots of unattainable soil. I work in one such spot of richness. This artificial oasis draws in parched crowds, thirsting for connection, community, escape. Thirsting for water.
By Elisabeth Balmon2 years ago in Chapters
"Inception" (2010), directed by the visionary Christopher Nolan, is a cinematic masterpiece that continues to captivate audiences with its intricate plot and mind-bending narrative. At the heart of the film lies one of the most debated and puzzling endings in cinematic history, leaving viewers to question whether it was reality or a dream. The enigmatic conclusion of "Inception" has sparked countless discussions and theories, each attempting to unravel the mysteries that lie within the depths of the film's narrative.
By Adrian Wordsmith2 years ago in Chapters
A Match Made Online In the era of swipes and clicks, where digital screens have become the canvas for modern romance, two individuals, Sarah and David, discovered the art of connection in the vast landscape of online dating.
By Rajesh kumar 2 years ago in Chapters
(Note: These characters originate from a former short fiction piece of mine titled Grief Spiral. I was very eager to work with this trio again and elaborate on the aftermath of one pivotal moment. Hence, this bonus scene inspired by the 'Unspoken' challenge!)
By Erin Latham Shea2 years ago in Chapters
As the fourth day dawned, I found myself in a place that defied reason—a desolate, frozen wasteland that stretched to infinity in every direction. The biting cold of the Arctic enveloped me, and I could see nothing but endless expanses of ice and snow. The overwhelming isolation of this frigid wilderness sent chills down my spine, and I was consumed by a palpable sense of despair.
By Faron Hetharie2 years ago in Chapters
