Mindbender Stories

Arie's life was ordinary-until it wasn't. One moment she's living her normal days, the next she's pulled into a reality she doesn't recognize. Nothing makes sense anymore, and the people she trusted may not be who they seem. Tyler says he cares, but can she trust him when the truth feels like it could destroy everything she thought she knew? Every answer she uncovers only raises more questions, and some secrets are darker-and more dangerous-than she could ever imagine. Pulled between curiosity and fear, trust and betrayal, Arie must navigate a world where reality shifts, hearts are tested, and every choice could change everything.

is a high-octane psychological sci-fi thriller that blends the moody atmosphere of a "noir" mystery with a mind-bending, "Groundhog Day" style conspiracy.

In 2653, android archaeologist Cole sells human relics to a genetically engineered population obsessed with the homo sapiens, who departed for greener galaxies centuries ago. When one of their spaceships suddenly returns, he finds his profession on the verge of extinction ... as well as his grasp on reality. Ready for an original, twisty take on the artificial intelligence and genetic engineering genres combined with dry humor and seafood cursing? Prepare for the unknown and read on! **COMPLETED** *Follow my Instagram (@authordavidlee) for writer's updates!* *Feedback is highly encouraged :)

Karl doesn't always understand why the Portals drop him off where they do, but he trusts to always land where he needs to be. To play the role he's been given. He certainly has no idea what his next move is when the Portals drop him on Dream's childhood backyard, long before the creation of the Admin he knows and fears.

Part 3 of the Paradox Short Stories A family of three are traveling to the beach, when a moment of time is experienced differently for one of the emembers.

In the blurry lines between sleep and reality, Alex finds himself walking down an endless, dimly lit hallway, a place that seems familiar yet unnervingly distorted. The air is heavy, suffused with tension, and every shadow whispers of danger. Money litters the floor - coins and bills that transform in value the deeper he walks - a symbol of opportunity, temptation, and the choices that shape his path. By his side is his brother, playful and mischievous, yet helpless against the mysterious forces lurking in the corridors. Suddenly, a stranger appears, piercing him with a sharp pin beneath his armpit, paralyzing him with fear. He cannot scream, cannot breathe, cannot move. Desperate, he urges his brother to find their mother, but the labyrinth twists and confuses, separating them. Doctors, nurses, or apparitions in scrubs appear behind windows, silent and unhelpful, while Alex fights against the crushing sense of isolation. Every step becomes a struggle, every face a question mark, and the line between allies and threats blurs. In this dreamscape, the ordinary rules of life no longer apply. Money becomes power, family becomes vulnerability, and the hallway becomes a test of courage and survival. Alex must navigate the chaos, decipher the intentions of those around him, and discover the strength he never knew he had. "The Hallway of Shadows" is a gripping, psychological dream story that explores fear, trust, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of the unknown.

An apple does not fall far from the tree. Neither do the truths grow on lies. Remember this always.

this is just a scene, just a chapter, just a page, just a life. -l.w.

The year XXXX was a monumental one; not only because of the prophecy that was sent to each and every living person, but because of the effects of said prophecy. "The Lyre of Earth will be born within the year XXXX. They will shine with a power greater than anything imaginable, and they will use the light to burn away the darkness of society. A brighter future awaits if the Lyre can be found." One of the only times when all the world united, was to form the Potential Lyre Institution. Every child born in XXXX was collected and sent to one of 13 facilities. They were treated fairly and given education, just like any other child. But this story is not about the institution, or the lives of the Potential Lyres when residing in the faculties. Like with the prophecy, the most important thing is what happened after the Lyre was found. (Hello, everyone! This is my first story here on Wattpad, and it's completely original! I'm posting to gain feedback and improve my writing skills, so it'd mean so much to me if you comment your thoughts on my writing! Heads up, this description is only background information, and the real plot of the story is different. I hope you enjoy!)

A hypochondriac meets up with a stranger who seems to remember him from childhood. Confused and unsure of who this stranger is, the two take a walk down a park in hopes to rekindle this friendship that only one of them seems to recall. But as the two share this walk together, the hypochondriac begins to realize that this decision was poorly made and that he has decided to take.... The Long Walk.

EON VEIL A mind-bending sci-fi descent into identity, memory, and the spaces between stars. Adam wakes up alone on a starship called the Eon Veil. No past. No crew. No way home. Only the hum of the ship... and a voice that shouldn't exist. The Eon Veil isn't just sentient-it's responsive. It shifts with thought, adapts to fear, and reshapes itself based on what it remembers about its passengers... Or what it wants them to remember. As Adam explores the ship's labyrinthine corridors, he's pulled into otherworldly simulations, alien planets, and dreamscapes that blur the line between memory and reality. And just beyond the Veil's glass skin, strange celestial phenomena begin to appear, impossible anomalies that pulse and evolve in sync with Adam's mind. The deeper he searches, the more the universe seems to reflect him back at himself. Each step forward uncovers not just the truth of what happened aboard the Veil... But the truth of who he really is. Accompanied by a glitchy, sarcastic AI orb named DeadMouth and a haunting, shape-shifting presence known as NYX, Adam is forced to confront a terrifying possibility: He didn't survive a tragedy. He might have caused it. Or maybe... It never happened. Memory is a fragile construct. Especially when the ship remembers better than you do. THE VEIL is a lyrical, psychological sci-fi epic that fuses cosmic horror, emotional depth, and existential mystery. Perfect for fans of Annihilation, The Expanse, SOMA, Black Mirror, and anyone who likes their science fiction thoughtful, terrifying, and strangely beautiful. He's not just exploring a ship. Or alien worlds. He's unraveling himself, and the universe is listening. Some doors were never meant to open. But some were always waiting... just for him.

short mystery story to get myself used to the app. please do give positive feedback if you'd like to read more from me, and thank you.

One night, while everyone aboard the ship is fast asleep, something in the galley catches fire, sending the entire ship into oblivion. Two survivors find themselves on an unknown island, and must conquer it's mysteries.

Once upon a time in the bustling city of Veridia, there lived a man named Adrian. Unbeknownst to the world, Adrian possessed an extraordinary power

Macy hates her life. No one appreciates her. She just doesn't feel good enough. How will she make amends, and how will her life change when she meets an overly kind boy named Mike? Read this mind bending science fiction thriller to find out!

You could ask yourself; what is normal? what's the NORM. I don't know, but I do know that this is not it.

Anna Wilcocks, dead. 16 year old Sofia Woody must learn to stick her nose in her own business but seems it's to late now.. 4 dead. Who's next?

this is the legend of a beast who was abandoned by the world and god alike. The story explores his search for catharsis and the sin that bore the poison of eternal damnation. The question why he killed his...