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It was a colossal screw-up that put me before this mismatched panel of angels. None of this is my fault. Death by appointment is rare—and this whole mess is the Grim Reaper’s doing.
By Steve Lance18 days ago in Fiction
Welcome to the Nightingale Training Program!. Content Warning.
Welcome to the Nightingale Training Program (NTP)! Congratulations on successfully completing the Nightingale Entrance Exam! If you successfully complete the NTP, you will become the grace and glory of Gallia. We wish you success on your journey with us.
By Leigh Victoria Phan, MS, MFA18 days ago in Fiction
Manual for your New Human Child
Congratulations. Today, you have come into possession of your very own human child. Please read the manual carefully to ensure you do not damage your product and void your warranty.
By Emily McGuff18 days ago in Fiction
How To Write About Another
1) Determine the individual’s position in your life, whether or not they are actively in it. Preferably, be confident that they will be in that position for the foreseeable future.
By Ariana GonBon18 days ago in Fiction
Your New Perfect Boyfriend™
ENKITECH Designing Perfect Humans for Perfect Futures [Alt text: Three 2026 models of the Enkitech Perfect Boyfriend™ (Javier, Isaiah, and Heath) stand in a brightly lit room. Each model appears tall and muscular, is clean shaven, smiling, exposing straight, white teeth. From left to right: Model Javier has golden brown skin, dark brown eyes, jet black, wavy hair that is combed back from his forehead and wears a gray cardigan over a white v-neck t-shirt and black trousers. Javier has one hand tucked into his pocket, and one hand smoothing his hair. Model Isaiah has dark brown skin, green-gray eyes, close-cropped dark brown hair and wears a navy blazer over a partially unbuttoned cream linen shirt tucked into wide-leg trousers. Isaiah tugs at the lapels of his jacket. Model Heath has fair skin, dark blue eyes, reddish-brown hair that is parted and combed to the side and wears a plaid button down shirt tucked into fitted jeans. Heath holds his hands up, fingers touching, in a generally-recognized gesture of gratitude. This image has been ai-enhanced.]
By Kailey Haider18 days ago in Fiction
Penicillin
“Now dear friends, come close, come hither! Listen at my altar and you’ll be blessed forever! Good you’re all here. Post a pic or a missive. I’d hate for your neighbors to see you missin’.
By Matthew J. Fromm18 days ago in Fiction
A Practical Manual for Accountability. Winner in Instructions Included Challenge.
This manual exists because something already went wrong. If you are reading this, it is likely because You caused harm and tried to minimize it.
By Cadma18 days ago in Fiction
Smelly Neighbor
To the Community: In response to complaints from other businesses and residents about our company, we want to address these concerns.
By Andrea Corwin 18 days ago in Fiction
How to 'Go Down a Rabbit Hole'
How-to 'Go Down a Rabbit Hole' Ask yourself: are you putting off anything you could be doing right now? - Maybe a little more productive? Any cottage task, such as washing leftover potion from the cauldron, or finally getting around to dusting the vacant cobwebs? If you’re reading this, one could assume you’re not ready to burst your procrastination bubble. No one is here to stop you, nay, you'll only find encouragement, unless you’re mortally wounded- don't ignore that - find your nearest healer. First rule of this guideline.
By Nikki Torino Wagner18 days ago in Fiction
Shimmering with golden light
As the dragon slept, Jason climbed the tree and snatched the ram skin from the branch. Shielding his eyes from the blinding glow, he quickly descended, the golden radiance illuminating the dark grove like a rising sun.
By Raymond G. Taylor19 days ago in Fiction
Becoming British in Seven Simple Steps. Top Story - January 2026.
Before you can become British, you are required to follow the instructions on this page. You are free to fill in the full 127-page form at your leisure, your discretion, or within 1 calendar day, whichever is the sooner.
By Ian Vince19 days ago in Fiction
The Simple Guide to Being Human
Is becoming a human your life long dream? You've come to the right place. Thank you for purchasing this guide and we hope you enjoy your journey as you make your way through these steps.
By Krysta Dawn19 days ago in Fiction