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My Top 10 Writers of All Time
Books have always been portals to other worlds, windows into the human soul, and mirrors reflecting the complexities of life. Behind every great book is a writer whose imagination, intellect, and skill breathe life into stories that endure beyond time. Over the years, countless authors have influenced me, but there are ten whose work has left an indelible mark on my mind and spirit. These writers are my top 10 of all time — not just for their literary genius but for how they challenged me to think differently, feel deeply, and dream wildly.
By Anwar Jamil8 months ago in Writers
End the Cycle of Vaping Addiction with Expert Recovery Support in the UK
In the ever-changing landscape of addiction, vaping is now the newest challenge that needs our immediate attention. When it comes to this common habit, the rabbit hole goes deep and you need to know how bad this little vice is for your health. In the UK there is professional recovery help available to point you in the direction of freedom from vaping addiction. This holistic way not only tackles the physical dependencies but also puts at your disposal the weapons required to take back yourself. Start on your journey to recovery, for a little bit of help is here.
By sammmy8 months ago in Writers
Your Vape-Free Future Begins Now – UK Recovery Services That Truly Help
In the fog of contemporary living, stress and routine interlace and the road to a life without vaping can look insurmountable. But you are at the crossroads of a new path and in the UK, recovery services are not just a life saver, they are a game changer for your identity. With this journey you have embarked upon, you're doing something good for yourself - you're taking your health back from nicotine. This story looks at the strong support services across the UK that's looking to help lead you to a life after vapour, and encourage both resilience and determination in your life’s next steps.
By sammmy8 months ago in Writers
Fortnightly Reading Round-Up #1
With no disrespect to the curators behind Vocal’s top stories, I don’t always agree with their choices. While many of the picks are great reads, each week I come across stories that, in my opinion, deserve a place in the spotlight.
By R.S. Sillanpaa8 months ago in Writers
Behind the Silence: What Writing “Consent” Taught Me.
When I submitted Consent to Vocal’s “I Didn’t Say That Out Loud” Challenge, I wasn’t sure what would happen. I honestly didn’t expect to place. I wrote the poem from a very real, very personal place and let it go with the quiet hope that someone might read it and feel seen. When I found out I came second, I was stunned. Grateful. Emotional. It’s the kind of encouragement you don’t realize you need until it finds you.
By Test8 months ago in Writers
Next Right (Video Proof Missing)
Peering into the rearview mirror, Ryan Kelly continued monitoring, an uncomfortable developing situation, taunting the travelling free bird, concerned with what was behind him, past events challenging his independent lifestyle.
By Marc OBrien8 months ago in Writers
Rethinking Symbolic Leadership
Leadership, at its core, is meant to drive progress, inspire teams, and deliver results that move organizations toward a sustainable and thriving future. Yet, according to Narghiza Ergashova, the modern business world finds itself grappling with what she identifies as "ROT Leadership" – a concerning trend where appearances take precedence over substance and long-term value is sacrificed at the altar of shareholder expectations and symbolic success.
By Narghiza Ergashova8 months ago in Writers
The power of an empty wallet
Ali had always lived by one principle: earn more, live more. His wallet was always full, his clothes always branded, and his phone always the latest model. From the outside, he looked successful. But the truth was—he lived paycheck to paycheck, with a credit card drowning in red.
By Shehzad khan8 months ago in Writers
Why fire nozzle covers are important to use?
Imagine it’s raining hard and you’re a firefighter. You rush to your fire truck, grab the hose, and try to spray water on a burning building. But the nozzle is stuck. It’s covered in mud and rust. The handle won’t move. You waste precious seconds trying to fix it. Those seconds matter. That’s why fire nozzle covers are so important. They protect your equipment, save lives, and keep everyone safe.
By allweathernozzlecover8 months ago in Writers
Challenge Accepted X23
Introduction There are currently thirteen live challenges on Vocal as of 24th June 2025, which you can find here: And ten unofficial Vocal Challenges (that I am aware of) that you can find here:
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 8 months ago in Writers
Most Honorable
It has been an interesting week. With the most recent set of Challenges provided by Vocal, I have been very diligent in setting myself up with my thoughts as I tap away in front of this screen. I could write poetry and stories, discuss those figures and stories from history or my own life and get some interesting feedback on them. I have looked over the list of upcoming work I can do, and I am both excited and terrified by what I have planned.
By Kendall Defoe 8 months ago in Writers
The Strength in My Silence. Content Warning.
- [ ] Chapter 1: Two Worlds, One Heart - [ ] I grew up living in two different worlds — my mom’s house and my dad’s house — and they couldn’t have been more opposite. My life was like a coin flip. One side, chaos and freedom. The other, structure and discipline. And as a child, it was confusing, exhausting, and sometimes heartbreaking to bounce between the two.
By Star8 months ago in Writers