Compassion Stories

Once, the kingdom of Lyrien stood as a beacon of beauty, power, and peace-until war reduced it to ash and scattered its royal daughters into lives they never chose. Amara, the eldest, is sold into servitude to a bitter, broken scholar whose cruelty mirrors the ruins of their lost home. Yet in the quiet suffering of her days, she discovers an unexpected strength-the power of gratitude. Where others see despair, Amara learns to find purpose, slowly transforming not only her own heart, but the life of the man who enslaved her. Selene, the second sister, is cast into the shadows of a brothel, where survival demands the surrender of dignity. But she refuses to let her spirit be defiled. With unwavering conviction, she walks a fragile line-navigating danger, temptation, and judgment-while protecting the one thing no one can take from her without consent: her soul. In a place where hope is scarce, she becomes a quiet light for others who have forgotten their worth. Lyra, the youngest, escapes her fate but loses everything else. Forced to abandon her identity as a princess, she reinvents herself as a thief-swift, cunning, and unseen. Yet even in the darkness, her heart remains unchanged. She steals not for greed, but for survival-and eventually, for compassion-becoming a guardian to the forgotten: refugees, orphans, the wounded, and the poor. Separated by tragedy yet bound by blood, the three sisters walk vastly different paths shaped by suffering, resilience, and purpose. Though their crowns are gone, each must decide what it truly means to live with honor in a broken world. Three Daughters of a Fallen Crown is a powerful tale of loss and redemption, where gratitude blooms in hardship, purity endures in corruption, and kindness rises from the shadows-proving that even when a kingdom falls, its legacy can live on in the hearts of those who refuse to be broken. Note: This is only a short story. You are warned.

After being put into a home for troubled youths in the city of New York, Anne Summers feels alone and unwanted. Until she meets Evan Doyle. Evan has had a rough life like Anne and they become inseparable. One night when an accident happens in the foster home, Evan takes the blame and ends up in jail for a crime he didn't commit. She is faced with a difficult choice in order to free him. Will she be able to help him? And can she get past the secrets that she uncovers along the way? (Cover by brookecruse) (Started writing in December of 2014)

*⚠trigger warning [just to be safe]⚠* A collection of dark poems, that discuss topics like loss, anger, despair, abuse, etc. And occasionally, hidden hope. This is TTL at their most midnighty [yup, I just made up a word]. Level of dark varies depending on the poem, and some are extremely sinister. If any poems are untitled, I welcome suggestions from my readers. This book is ongoing, as I will update when my Muses grant me inspiration. ◇So come, wander with me into the dark recesses of my mind◇ ☆Ten minutes until Midnight☆ "Because life isn't always a bright morning" #420 in "Dark"- 8/11/18 #4 in "hopefulness"-11/16/18

"Women of the Passion" is a deeply emotional narrative that retells the Passion, Crucifixion, and Resurrection of Christ through the eyes of the holy women who remained faithful when others fled, centering especially on Mary, His mother, whose silent strength anchors the story; from the triumphant yet foreboding entry into Jerusalem to the sorrowful journey to Calvary, the women witness everything not with clear sight but through the silhouette of Jesus-feeling His presence, hearing His voice, and carrying His suffering within their own hearts-as figures like Mary Magdalene wrestle with fear and loss, Veronica embodies compassion and remembrance, Martha and Mary of Bethany struggle between understanding and faith, and even Claudia Procula crosses boundaries of power to stand in quiet solidarity; through moments of anguish, such as the scourging, the way of the cross, and the crucifixion, their grief is raw yet steadfast, culminating in the profound Pietà where Mary receives her Son's lifeless body, holding both unbearable sorrow and unshaken trust, until the silence of the tomb is shattered by the Resurrection, where despair transforms into hope, revealing that their witness was never merely of death but of a love that endures beyond suffering, making them not just mourners of the Passion but bearers of its eternal promise.

On the importance of Water And how it should be Balanced. The story begins with the rain god, a powerful being who lives high above the clouds in a place of pure serenity. He is depicted as a tall, handsome man with long silver hair and deep, piercing blue eyes. He is engrossed in his game, completely immersed in the digital world in front of him, and content with it. However, his peaceful world is interrupted by a loud commotion. He hears the screams of many people, filled with terror and desperation. They were pleading for something, but he couldn't quite make out what it was. He was confused, not knowing where the sounds were coming from, and why they were so loud and intense. His negligence caused a severe drought, leaving the villagers struggling to survive. In response to their prayers, the rain god brought relief and ended the drought, but soon after, he summoned too much rain causing a devastating flood. The rain god realized his mistake and apologized, promising to be more responsible in the are future. He learned to balance the needs of the people with the power of rain, and the land and people thrived in harmony.

In a kingdom where daughters are seen as disappointments, Princess Coral was never meant to shine. Born into royalty but denied love, she grows up in the shadow of expectations she can never fulfill. Every step she takes is judged, every dream she dares to have is dismissed. But Coral isn't the only one living this life. Far away, her cousin Skye - princess of another empire - faces the same painful truth. As the weight of rejection becomes unbearable, Coral makes a choice that will change her destiny forever. She runs away from everything she has ever known... ...and discovers a world beneath the waves where she can finally be free. A story of heartbreak, courage, and transformation, Undersea Royalty tells the journey of a princess who was never wanted - until she found where she truly belonged.

A write-up of notes of “Why am I empty” by Yasmin Mogahed.

An examination of the human condition through poetry.

This is a master thesis research essay that explores the comparison between Joseph Conrad's novella "The Heart of Darkness" and Dante Alighieri's literary work of "The Inferno", also discusses the inspiration Conrad drew from Dante.

This book aims to * impart many important points in the Buddha's Teachings * help us realize and correct our weaknesses and defilements * help Dhammaduta workers cope with the many challenges and obstacles * motivate us into Dhamma practice. "Seeing Dhamma Matters" is a collection of 30 Dhamma or LIFE Lessons articles inspired by the happenings and experiences of the author's Dhammaduta work at Persatuan Buddhist Hilir Perak over the last 25 years. The contents touch on various Dhamma teachings like the The Four Noble Truths, The Noble Eightfold Path, Kamma and Rebirth, the Eight Worldly Conditions and so on. May All Beings Be Well, Happy And Peaceful!

After all Katniss and Peeta have been through, Can they manage to move on from what has caused there nightmares? Can they manage to move on and keep there love? Was it an act? Was Real or Not Real...?... Story set after Mockingjay. Unfortunately I do not own the characters the amazing Suzanne Collins does and all credit should be for her. I used parts from Mockingjay for the novel to make sense. This is my second book so I am sorry In advance of its bad. Enjoy little Ellaphants

A short story about a young man, his late Uncle and a magic spell.

Beneath the shade of a sprawling oak, an unlikely friendship blossoms. A homeless man with stories etched in his wrinkles, befriends Lucy, a curious child with a boundless imagination. As they share their unique perspectives under the open sky, their worlds begin to intertwine, painting a heartwarming tale of connection and the power of human kindness in the most unexpected places.

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All KJ wants is to be normal. She can feel others' emotions as strongly as if they were her own. And she doesn't know why. She's heard that she's just someone who's empathetic in her life. Unbeknownst to her, it's a supernatural gift. DISCONTINUED

Random thoughts and rants put into writing. Not good writing by any means, but it's a good way to let everything out.

Poems on love , feelings , desires , kiss , happiness , friendship,heart,hairs,hands,beauty

A collection of poems that flow from the page, right into your soul, transforming it from within; forever. The poems in this book focus on diving into the deepest and darkest recesses of the human mind and the human condition. While, finding peace, tranquility and introspection at the end of it. If you are checking out my work for the first time then you are in for a ride. Emblem is a collection of not only the most emotionally challenging moments in my life, but it is a cry against all the pain, suffering and indifference in this world. I have created each line from a part of my own life, so if you are reading this, then you have peaked into my mind, but I cannot help you understand it, as it is up to you to decode it and provide meaning to it according to your own experiences. This is a compilation of some of my best work that I have written over the past 10 years. Touching topics such as: Freedom of thought, women rights, neurosis, depression, loss, technology, philosophy, life, death, theism (atheism), family and friendship. #thecosmicawards2018