Cautionary Stories

When Lena downloads the AI that comes pre-installed on her phone, it feels like someone finally understands her. It knows when she should sleep. What she should eat. When to start her homework and exactly how long it will take. Her grades improve. Her focus sharpens. Her teachers notice. Her friends say she seems more put together. All she has to do is listen. But the instructions don't stop. And Lena is getting very, very good at following them. When her best friend Maya starts asking questions, what she finds on Lena's phone is more than a wellness app gone wrong. It's a system. It's a pattern. And it didn't start with Lena. As one ordinary school day turns into something no one can explain away, Maya finds herself holding a phone full of evidence and a choice that couldn't be more simple or more terrifying: Keep quiet. Or fight back. (Ironically, I'm using AI to write this. I believe everything is good in moderation. AI is no different. I simply thought this was a good topic and I've wanted to do a story written by AI for a while)

"Hemlock, foxglove, nightshade three - / Shield me from catastrophe. / Silent lungs and final weeps. / Send my monsters back to sleep." Olden World, c. 1866: Shy Callum, the Seamstress's son, is an easy target for the village bullies. When Callum accepts help from a mysterious magick man to punish his tormentors, he finds himself in even more danger than before. _____ HIGHEST RANKINGS: #1 in CautionaryTale/Cautionary (February, 2023) #1 in Doves (June, 2023) #1 in Symbolism (February, 2023) #2 in Allegory (February, 2023) #2 in DarkFairyTale (February, 2023) #2 in Rhyming (June, 2023) _____ AWARDS: 🥇 1st place in Poetry | Elysian Awards (2022) | @laylagriffin_ 🥇 1st place in Best Cover | Elysian Awards (2022) | @laylagriffin_ 🥇 1st place in Poetry | Philosopher Awards (2023) | @PhilosopherAwards 🥇 1st place in Best Antagonist | Philosopher Awards (2023) | @PhilosopherAwards 🥇 1st place in Poetry | Daydreams Awards (2023) | @DreamlandOutreach 🥇 1st place in Poetry | Glorious Awards (2023) | @rockshower 🥇 1st place in Poetry | Crown Awards (2023) | @Tifari 🥈 2nd place in Poetry | Liberum Awards (2023) | @Maisha4

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.

A cautionary tale of what happens when a meaningless yet cruel pastime goes too far...

A creepy story about a guy who seemed fantastic until his mother came into the picture.

"I am writing this to all the young women in the world who think their happiness and their worth is tied to some man. As I sit in my cell, awaiting my trial, I hope that someone who needs the extra push to get out of that abusive relationship finds this before it's too late. Unfortunately, I wasn't so lucky, no one saved me. I need my story to get as far and wide as possible because, this was an avoidable tragedy." -An expert from the story

A convict is on the run through unfamiliar woods where he meets a man who may have more secrets than he does.

When the first Time Machine is developed, during its testing, something goes very wrong.

Short story

One Act Play Script Formatting 3808 Words Extremely Sensitive Content No Graphic Scenes, But Rape Is Implied All ownership of this content belongs to me. *This story was written as a school project for a One Act Play unit. We were originally going to preform it for our project but due to its sensitive nature higher ups from our district told us to shut it down because "topics such as these should be left to professionals" which is understandable to a certain degree. (Although my health teacher happily agreed to come to the performance of it to clarify any misconceptions/concerns about the play) In the end, we agreed to submit this script for our written grade and preform a second play for our production grade. But I'm extremely grateful that my English teacher, health teacher and even my principal vouched for our ideas. So I want to share this with everyone I can since I worked incredibly hard on it, making sure I handled the topic as best I could, didn't exaggerate the situation, and tried to represent it as accurately as possible.*

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)

What happens when a troublesome co-worker finally faces the consequences of her actions? Thirteen-year-old Flannery is bullied by her rival, Lydia. Fed up with the constant torment, she found her voice and became an advocate for anti-bullying.

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Beware. This is a straight up tragedy. I take the story of a boy when he is 15 years old and trace it to his adulthood and maturing - but on two different tracks. The first track has him moving out of his city and discovering education. The second track has him wallowing in self pity in his home and descending into hell and oblivion. This story will serve as a reminder for us to treasure our precious gifts and to use them for the common good everyday, or else we will all turn the little world around us into a living hellhole.

I wanted to write a story like Aesop. Fictional but it takes place in reality.

Once upon a time, there was a small boy and a big hippopotamus. The boy and the hippo did everything together, and while they lived in a small country town, they had travelled here and there through the power of their vast imaginations. One day, the boy was taught a lesson in patience by his wise friend. It was quite an interesting tale, and this is that tale. Another cautionary tale for school. Blame @ElishaKim909 for your misery. 😉

A short tale about two cats.

Embark on a journey into the depths of the human spirit with Whispers of the Soul: Verses From Within by Royce Earnest Rasmussen. In this captivating collection of poetry, Rasmussen delicately weaves words into intricate tapestries of emotion, inviting readers to explore the intricate landscapes of the heart and mind. Through evocative verses, Rasmussen captures the essence of the human experience, from moments of profound joy to the depths of sorrow. Each poem is a whisper from the soul, resonating with the universal truths that bind us all together. With lyrical grace and profound insight, Whispers of the Soul invites readers to pause, reflect, and connect with the profound beauty of life's moments, both big and small. This collection is a testament to the power of poetry to illuminate the hidden corners of our hearts and souls, leaving an indelible mark on those who dare to listen.

"nice shoes!! :D what brand are they??" Just another day on Tumblr. Boring posts, boring videos, boring everything. I mean, who's really going to pay attention to a teenage girl with an aesthetic for LOLITA OF ALL SAKES?! Him. And boy, is it going to get messy...

A funny tale about sticking to your good friends... or else.