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The sands of time – Short story

There was once a world hidden, beneath the shimmering surface of the ocean, where the sun’s rays caressed the turquoise waves and life was abundant. A place where a remarkable tale of magic and adventure unfolded. Deep within the vast … Continue reading

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The black box- Short story

It was early January, and the celebrations of Christmas were now a thing of the past. My boyfriend Peter was taking down the Christmas lights, and the January blues were beginning to kick in. I guess the Christmas dopamine was … Continue reading

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Into the unknown- Short story

The outside world was unknown to her, but she could see a glimpse of it through the window in his room. You see, Midnight was an indoor Bengal cat. She spent her days getting strokes, treats, and chasing after her … Continue reading

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Midnight flight- Short Story

It was the midnight flight, and all the passengers were tired and grumpy from delay after delay. Jess had been in New York on business and now had a 7-hour flight to London; luckily, she snagged a window seat. She … Continue reading

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Grandma Oak- Short story

Every night at midnight, the purple clouds came out to dance with the blushing sky. A sight Isabel loved to witness. Isabel hummed as she danced through the meadow, feeling the wind gracing her skin and brushing through her long … Continue reading

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The Ghost of Alice – Short story

Another short story recycled from the Abyss of Alice for a new writing competition ‘the campfire ghost story‘. The criteria is that the story must start with the first line given “The cabin in the woods had been abandoned for … Continue reading

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Transcendence- Short story

Hello All, Please could I have your feedback. There is a writing challenge which I am participating in. The theme is fantasy and must have the opening line of ‘There weren’t always dragons in the Valley.‘ I have written the … Continue reading

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Frozen in time – Short story

A short story on another perspective of the Titanic sinking for a vocal challenge. Please let me know any feedback. I’m still trying out short story writing and this feels like it’s missing much. Vocal link Four days ago, on … Continue reading

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The final chapter…

If the world was endingWould you be there,I’d be standing on a roofShooting a flare.Would you race by my sideTo wipe away the tears,Holding me in your armsAs we faced our final fears.When we take our last breathsCould you look … Continue reading

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Library of dreams – Short story

https://vocal.media/fiction/library-of-dreams Today isn’t my usual day. Today is the beginning of something new. It’s a sunny Friday, and I have my usual weekly round trip to the library to complete. I always look forward to the library trip. The smell … Continue reading

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Shortlisted- The Abyss of Alice

I am so happy to share this news with my followers: one of my short stories, The Abyss of Alice, has been shortlisted. Out of 13,000 submissions, 1,025 stories have been shortlisted and mine is one of them. Yay!! The … Continue reading

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Little prince Olly – Short story

Short story I wrote for a children’s book. Little prince Olly Just could not sleep, He cuddled his blanket and even tried counting sheep. Little prince Olly Decided to go for a walk, The house was sleeping Even the dog … Continue reading

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Shooting star..

My mind is drifting I’m like a shooting star, But I’m not dying I’m searching for you, Wide and far. In an endless darkness And I’m the light, Like a glow torch I’m leading the way Into the night. Can … Continue reading

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Shadow lands..

You had to follow To become their slave, They sucked you into The devils cave. Giving into their commands You became lost, Within the shadow lands. Trapped into a life of sins A life of greed & pain, Where nobody … Continue reading

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Blank canvas

Speak the language we only speak The fire of a writer, Leaves me weak. Flames of passion which I crave Electric shocks of seduction, Absorbed into lyrical waves. A masterpiece or a work of art It’s the imaginative way, You … Continue reading

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Diseased by darkness..

As far as I can tellI’ve already died once,And I woke up in this hell.My mind is a deadly diseaseI’m not always in control,When darkness is overtaking me.The voices don’t drownI despise this person inside,So I turn the mirrors around.It’s … Continue reading

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Into the deep

Your Eyes Are an island of ice, Lightening up my soul Like a magical paradise. Your heart is an ocean Waves flow upon love, Travelling deep with emotion. Your skin is an heavenly touch Like silk over cashmere, Followed by … Continue reading

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