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105 Stories

  • The Son of Pride by mooseawsomeness
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    Born from anger, questions, and grief, this poem gives light to the true nature of idolatry. It is a warning not to give your heart away to things that will never satisfy, despite their allure and promises of happiness.
  • The Cloning Project by Cocomonetxos90
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    Summary: "The Cloning Project" "The Cloning Project" is a gripping tale that explores the consequences of scientific ambition and the interplay between ancient legends and modern reality. As scientists clone long-lost creatures, dinosaurs and mammoths once again roam the Earth. However, when some escape into the wild, chaos ensues, pitting humans against creatures thought to be extinct. Amidst the chaos, a more ancient power awakens - the Nephilim, beings born from the mingling of angels and humans. As these giants navigate a world foreign to them, humanity grapples with their existence and the moral dilemmas they pose. But the Nephilim are not the only returning figures. The Watchers, fallen angels with intricate knowledge of science and manipulation, reappear with promises of utopia. However, their true intentions are far darker, as they pull the strings of governments and twist humanity's fate. In this turmoil, a remnant of uncorrupted individuals emerges. Their faith and resilience set them apart, as they navigate a world where deception runs deep and survival hinges on their ability to discern truth from lies. Their journey is a spiritual odyssey, a battle for the soul of humanity against ancient malevolence. As the story unfolds across chapters, readers witness a desperate struggle for survival, faith, and hope. Themes of ethical boundaries, the intertwining of science and spirituality, and the resilience of the human spirit are expertly woven into the narrative. "The Cloning Project" is a thrilling Christian novel that combines elements of science fiction, fantasy, and spiritual allegory. Through its captivating characters and intricate plot, it serves as both a warning against unchecked scientific power and a testament to the enduring strength of faith in the face of overwhelming darkness.
  • Strange Cat by Jakoren
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    Two highly competitive twin brothers end up meeting a stray who offers to marry who ever can break a curse she placed on herself.
  • Who We've Been by ruleebooks
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    Leaving home four years ago at 16 gave way to a whole new world for Juniper, but what she didn't expect was a addiction that would destroy her life. Wandering the streets of New York she lost herself and any hope she could've had and let the demons take her over. Many nights alone he spent sobbing into his pillow praying for a new beginning, anything to fill the void, drinking, self harm, but nothing ever filled that void that left him sinking. He sat still in his life wondering if things would ever go become they way they should. (Mature Content!) (⚠️TW⚠️) (SELF HARM) (HARD DRUGS) (VIOLENCE)
  • Boots by MJOuellette
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    A cautionary tale with a bleak outcome, or maybe more of a regular bizarre fairytale?
  • A Tale of Two Hats by iamsirsammy
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    When two hats, Red and Blue meet each other, they are smitten. But will they be able to stay together when a group of jealous hats come along? This story was written entirely, unedited, by ChatGPT. It took a bit of prompting to get the final story, but I quite like it.
  • Three Crows on the Wing by PetraLoquitur
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    A convict is on the run through unfamiliar woods where he meets a man who may have more secrets than he does.
  • The Platter by DennisArtworks
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    The Platter By David Dennis Copyright © 2014 DennisARTWORKS. All Rights Reserved. If you like Grimm's Fairy Tales, then you're going to like this short story! After being bullied by a pack of teens, a young boy decides to end his torment by picking up the sword. If you like, please comment, share, and vote. Thanks!! (^.^) !!
  • The Night of the Encounter by Carolinitastraser
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    In 1973, the McDaniel family in Enfield, Illinois, encountered a bizarre creature, sparking a national sensation. Described as having three legs and glowing pink eyes, the creature left behind eerie evidence but escaped capture. Despite skepticism, the family stood by their story as more sightings and incidents occurred. The creature became a part of local folklore, its existence never definitively proven or disproven. This enduring mystery reminds us of the unexplained lurking in our world.
  • Reflection of your Monsters by carlin1976
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    'Concerning Melissa' Episode 3
  • Seance with a Victim by CodyDDalton
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    A seance held with a victim of domestic violence may yield the same results as this short, cautionary story -- inspired by the experiences of a member of my family.
  • A Friend in Need by JoDAlm
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    Who would have thought that helping out a friend could cause me so much grief? Waking up on the floor of my little bathroom was enough to make a grown woman cry.
  • A Study In Collective Intelligence by jonnywardy
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    A dystopian text, outlining how our definitions and perspective of knowledge could rapidly change in the near future, as well as how and why a Collective Intelligence could be implemented into the world. It will also cover every aspect in which we can use it to benefit and advance our society, but also how it could ruin and shatter our world, should it be misused.
  • Spooky Tales by Cybertomboy
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    A series of Cautionary tales, for misbehaving children. Written for my cousins
  • 'Concerning Melissa'  Episode # 1 by carlin1976
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    An enduring saga of a young girl, an obscure family heritage, and her identity deprived peers. As they all confront the bleak eventualities of their lives, they ultimately interpret the world as being whatever they choose to see it as. Thus persevering through their own realities; whether it's foundations be based on mere childhood fantasy, or the reality of inner city adolescent life.
  • The Euphoria of Melinoë by --db--
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    A young girl whose entire life was nothing but a struggle, but what is to happend when she reaches the end of her rope. This is a tragedic story of a girl by the name of Bliss Melinoë, whose is forced to live on the streets. What will happen? Only time can tell, but even so, everything is relative.