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Stories in Fiction that you’ll love, handpicked by our team.
Let's Don't Do This. Runner-Up in Nothing But Voices Challenge.
"I just can't do this anymore..." "Do what?" What can't you do? Put gas in your own car? I swear to God you make me take care of everything, don't you? You know I'm on my way to work right now but that never stops you from bothering me, does it?"
By Shirley Belkabout a month ago in Fiction
The Last Countdown
The new year approaches, and as it does, cherish each second of life. Carpe diem. 🎆 Revellers packed Franklin Street on the evening of December 31st, their steps in sync - though not quite perfectly - with the sound of fireworks.
By Michelle Liew Tsui-Linabout a month ago in Fiction
The Trouble With Interdimensional Travel
So, for Christmas, I got an interdimensional portal machine. It doesn't take up as much room as you might imagine. A little bigger than your average laptop, actually, so it slides under my sofa neatly when I’m not using it. Very safe. Very convenient. There is also a suit, like a wetsuit, but much smaller and thinner. It's extraordinarily stretchy. I roll that up and tuck it in the back of the dresser drawer.
By L.C. Schäferabout a month ago in Fiction
The Varkaat
I should have been afraid. Alright, I was afraid. But my fear was nothing compared to my shame. Watching her do her duty as a soldier, when I knew mine, made me feel like a fraud. She wasn't just efficient and organized and lethal. She killed our disgusting enemies with style. I was quite sure that she was showing off, just to, "help me to overcome my natural tendency to make anthropocentric judgments."
By D. J. Reddallabout a month ago in Fiction
Stepping Out
The gravel of the walkway shifted under the soles of his shoes, and responded to each step with its constant crunching and clacking chatter. The throng of gray and white raised their voices in deliberation, discussing matters of import that had been left unsaid for days.
By Aaron Morrisonabout a month ago in Fiction
Fixing Dad's Shed Roof. Honorable Mention in Instructions Included Challenge.
Simon, Thank you for coming over. A few words to the wise from your mother (I shall keep it brief). 1. Your Dad has not slept since the roof blew off his shed. He may keep going for a lie down, but this is different to sleep. Do not poke the bear.
By Caroline Jane2 months ago in Fiction
but you're not a stranger. Runner-Up in Nothing But Voices Challenge.
“I think about you all the time.” “I don’t think about you.” “I saw the website you made. The writing one. I think you made it so you could read everything I was posting. I knew it was you because of the name.”
By Cali Loriaabout a month ago in Fiction
Evac
“Your attention please. May we have your attention, please. We are currently under mandatory evacuation. Please gather all your belongings and make sure that your children are with you. The last bus to the mainland will be leaving in five minutes. If you are not on the bus at that time, there will be no further transportation out. Anybody still on the island will be required to leave on foot. It is highly recommended that you leave now. The approaching storm will not be survivable.”
By David E. Perryabout a month ago in Fiction
