Fiction

Of the Night. Runner-up in Unreliable Challenge.
I brought him to my bed... Dastardly, I know. There's a school of thought that suggests keeping your business and your pleasure separate. But mine are two star-crossed lovers simply dying to tangle together.
By Jenna Sedi3 years ago in History
Mysteries, Math, and Metaphysics
Do you know what 'Ekstasis' means? Neither did I until I met Philolaus, disciple and successor of Pythagoras. I am called Simmias of Thebes, but my name is not Simmias and I am not from Thebes; I am from Metapontum, the small paradise on the Ionian Sea, just a short distance from Taranto and Brindisi to the east at the end of the Via Appia, and a little farther from Croton to the south near the end of the Via Latina, part way to the island kingdom of Sicily.
By Paul A. Merkley3 years ago in History
Fabulist
A/N: This was written for the 'Past Life' challenge on Vocal, enjoy! Ancient Greece - I mean those Athenian scholars rather than their Spartan neighbors. That is where I think I could be born. From a practical perspective, it is likely that around 600 BCE is the earliest you could get away with while still living a bearable life, depending on your sex, of course. Some understanding of medicine, advanced education, and clean architecture could give those privileged a very enjoyable life indeed.
By ThatWriterWoman3 years ago in History
The Apprentice Scribe
Sais, Egypt, 525 BCE, Pharaoh's Palace Court I warned him in my apprentice quarters, but he wouldn't listen. Fabian, my Mieu, was stricken by lust disguised as love from Abigail, his muse. She was of the Pharaoh's royal house, Fabian of the Temple Scribes. Abigail knew what she was doing when she sashayed by Fabian swaying her cute butt and jangling the gold jewelry hanging from her lithe neck. Her yellow cat eyes would cut to and fro observing what admirer she had snared in her trap.
By J. S. Wade3 years ago in History
Mystical Energy collides with Wisdom.
In the bustling medieval city of Tallin, nestled within the kingdom of Estonia, a young maiden named Victoria was destined for a role that would shape the course of history. Born into the noble Almshouse, Lady Victoria was groomed early to embrace her fate as the future Queen.
By Sharon Bethea3 years ago in History
Constellations
In the vast expanse of the night sky, a tapestry of stars twinkled with ethereal beauty. Amongst them, constellations painted tales of heroes, creatures, and timeless myths. Each constellation held a story, passed down through generations, whispered by ancient sages. One such tale unfolded in the constellation of Orion.
By Bunny3 years ago in History
Independence Day is upon us.
The Declaration of Independence, a seminal document in American history, outlines several key ideas and principles that have had a profound impact on the development of democratic societies worldwide. Adopted by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, the Declaration expresses the motivations behind the American colonies' decision to separate from Great Britain and serves as a declaration of the fundamental rights and values upon which the United States was founded. This essay will delve into the key ideas and principles outlined in the Declaration of Independence, exploring their significance and enduring influence.
By Adebisi Ayodele3 years ago in History
A Woman of Independent Means
Dear Sir, Thank you for your letter of 15th August, 1882, in which you declined my application for the position of saleswoman. I confess to feeling most disappointed at your response, as I have long held your establishment in the highest regard, and indeed have made several purchases with which I have been very pleased. I am aware that many of your girls arrive at your doors with little experience but with recommendations from gentlemen known to them, and that I carry no such recommendation with me, and it is this that has prompted me to write again in the hope that you might allow me to recommend myself.
By Hannah Moore3 years ago in History
A Clockmaker's Tale
Once upon a time, in a small mountain town called Valdeluce, there was a man named John. He was a simple man with a kind heart and hardworking hands. Giovanni was the only watchmaker in the town, a trade he had inherited from his father, and he was highly respected by the community for his dedication and the skill with which he repaired clocks of all types and sizes.
By shykat tauhid3 years ago in History
The Stuff that Dreams Are Made of
There are two ways to profit from a gold rush. The suckers will head for the hills with their gold pans dreaming of wealth in the silt, grit, and muck of frigid streams. The thinking man will set up shop in the inevitable mining town. And sell supplies to the optimists full of piss and vinegar, too ignorant to know they are drawing to an inside straight. And thus it was when I opened for business as the sun rose on the line waiting at my store's door.
By Pitt Griffin3 years ago in History
A Voyage Through Time: My Alternate Occupation in Ancient Greece
If I had the extraordinary opportunity to be born in a different historical era, my heart yearns to explore the vast intellectual landscape and cultural riches of ancient Greece. The era of classical antiquity, with its philosophical enlightenment, artistic mastery, and democratic ideals, beckons me with its timeless allure. In this narrative, I embark on a captivating journey through time, envisioning myself as a respected philosopher, seeking wisdom, engaging in scholarly debates, and leaving a lasting impact on the intellectual legacy of ancient Greece.
By John Porfy3 years ago in History
Black Cat Bone Ch 5
I lay in bed wondering what happened or what happened. It was as if something had overcome me. I had felt desire before, but this felt more than desire and being horny. This feeling felt eternal, something I didn’t own. I looked at the bracelet and saw that one of the jade stones had a small crack. I could smell eggs and bacon and went to see Grandmother.
By Jazzy 3 years ago in History