Harrisburdick Stories

He had warned her about the book. Now it was too late. It's the summer of 1958, and unlike most girls her age, who do lame things like rollerskate and jumprope, Didi reads during the summer. However, she's lonely and bored, and she wishes for an escape. One day at the library, she notices a book with her name on it, so she checks it out and discovers a library within the book, a grand library that takes Didi far beyond her hometown of Louisville, Kentucky...

The Mysteries of Harris Burdick According to the introduction the author was given 14 illustrations with titles and subtitles for 14 children's books. Mr. Burdick said he would return with the rest of the stories the next day, but never returned. Now it is a published book of the illustrations; and readers are encouraged to write their own stories. Here is my first story from the story.

They warned her not to go into the Library, but she didn't listen. This story is based on The Harris Burdick Picture, Mr. Linden's Library.

This is based on the picture by Harris Burdick (above). You can see Supernatural if you squint. Two weeks passed and it happened again. There was a lump under the rug. He was scared and frustrated. He grabbed that chair again and whacked the ground. It vanished just like it did weeks before. He whacked it again and again. On his sixth try he finally hit something. It wasn't hard, yet it wasn't necessarily soft. He brought the chair down on it again. It made this awful shrieking noise, somewhat like a pig's but higher pitched.

A short story challenge from "The Chronicles of Harris Burdick" as suggested by @LeDurpehRye.

A short story inspired by Harris Burdick's "The Harp". Jorge, a young boy, is destined to find a mythical harp that his brother, Marco, mentioned in one of his stories. Being his normal self, of course Jorge wouldn't believe such a dramatic story, and that's why he sets off on a little adventure to see if Marco's story is true. What will Jorge find on his quest for the majestic harp, and if he does, what would happen?

Thirty years ago a man visited Peter Wenders' office, a children's book publishing business, introducing himself as Harris Burdick. Mr. Burdick explained that he had written fourteen stories and had drawn many pictures for each one. He'd brought with him just one drawing from each story, to see if Wenders liked his work. Peter Wenders was fascinated by the drawings. He told Burdick he would like to read the stories that went with them as soon as possible. The artist agreed to bring the stories the next morning. He left the fourteen drawings with Wenders. But he did not return the next day. Or the day after that. Harris Burdick was never heard from again. Over the years, Wenders tried to find out who Burdick was and what had happened to him, but he discovered nothing. To this day, Harris Burdick remains a complete mystery. Now people use Burdick's illustrations to create their own stories. This short story was an assignment in my college English class. We were told to write a story on one or more of the fourteen illustrations. I decided to step out of my comfort zone and try to write something dark and thrilling. The day this was due I had to read it out loud to my class; my classmates and friends were shocked that I was able to write something so grim, especially since I'm normally positive. COMPLETED ****May contain violence not suitable for a person under the age of 13. No sexual violence, just a scene of gory violence.

Darcy Dallas, a young girl with a thirst for adventure, stumbles upon a mysterious book in Mr. Linden's library. Titled "The Land of the Lost," this ordinary-looking book conceals an extraordinary secret. After disregarding Mr. Linden's warning, Darcy finds herself transported to a surreal and enchanting realm. There, she encounters a group of children trapped in a perpetual state of sadness. As Darcy explores this strange land, she unravels its secrets and learns the true cost of her curiosity. "The Land of the Lost" is a mesmerizing tale of adventure, mystery, and the consequences of venturing into the unknown. Will Darcy find a way back home, or is she forever trapped in a world where smiles are forbidden, and sadness prevails? Join her on this unforgettable journey of discovery and choice. Will you dare to open "The Land of the Lost"? This story is based off of Harris Burdick picture.

This story is based off of a picture (the cover is the picture) by Harris Burdick. I created this story in my Language Arts class as an assignment. This is my first story that I'm posting publicly, so bear that in mind. I've said too much. Read on in Another Place, Another Time.

A short story based on the Harris Burdick picture titled "Just Desert" Claire and Emma are twin sisters. What will happen when something mysterious happens to Emma?

Based on Harris Burdick's photo of Oscar and Alphonse...

This is my take on Mr. Linden's Library. It is only two paragraphs but i think it's quality writing. Maybe don't read this before bed. I don't own the picture, it's Harris Burdick's, but all the writing is mine.

This short story is based off the mysteries of Harris Burdick picture: Mr. Linden's Library.

a book filled with short stories that i've had to write over the years for my english classes:)

Just a little school story I wrote up. Also, the cover doesn't have much to do with the story, but I don't have anything better right now. Aside from that, I hope you enjoy this! Constructive criticism is also very much appreciated by me and reviews make me happy ^^

"He had warned her about the book. Now, it was too late." Story was based off from Harris Burdick. Started off as a school writing project.

"Elaine?" My mother's loud voice called to me, jarring me awake. I opened my eyes to the huge text of the book. I-as usual-fell asleep reading last night. I ran downstairs, still in my pajamas. -- A version of Mr. Lindens Library, one of Harris Burdicks mysterious photo/story. This submission was originally used for a school writing challenge. I decided to publish it on here as well.

He had warned her about the book. Now it was too late. Based off of Harris Burdick's picture. I wrote this a while ago so it isn't that well written, but it's decent.