Nonconformity Stories

Will Shonaai let society dictate his destiny, or will he break free from its unwritten rules? Dive into the journey of Shonaai ( formally Shyamendu) as he confronts the tangled web of expectations in a world consumed by "Gender Complexed!!" Cover Art Credit- black__belladonna000 ( Black Ravenwood)

[short story | dark fantasy] "My 6-year-old daughter got sent home from school for saying mermaids have teeth like razors, soul-piercing screams, and the blood of murdered sailors caked under their fingernails." This is my entry for Mermay 2022, TalesoftheDeep. 3414 words.

J'ai peur d'écrire et de mourir - Je me demande seulement si je suis tout seul.

unfathomable emotions comes blurry when discovered of none.

Brief thoughts from a freethinking misanthrope

This the first of a collection of Poems (The STRUGGLE TO BRIDGE TWO SIDES), which is a personal exposure of my thoughts and feelings in the unapologetic form of poetry; to spark debates and discussions. Not the type that you express that declares or defends your loyalty to a specific fraction (we hate fanatics), but in the form of an extra-terrestrials expression. If you know yourself not then you've alienated your true self, and yes this alien speaks in a whole different manor to your fabricated personality. Is it crazy to say I hear voices; don't we rationalise in verbal thoughts as well as imagery, but what is that voice which some call instincts, sixth sense, conscience, which I refer to as intuition, that we have collectively come to realise painfully or willingly as always being on point? The artist may tell you it's the voice and well of creative inspiration and the spiritualist will tell you it's your inbuilt omniscience. Since this is my works I will simply say that only when you are alone and free from prying eyes does this voice exercise its vocal cords, metaphorically speaking. I suppose the next question could then be, is this voice our true voice or the voice we should choose to act on over all other misguiding voices that float around in our heads? The fact is the proof is in the pudding meaning the more you trust the truth of a proven action and the voice that revealed that truth the more actions you will have that are "on-point". At best we should only be biding our time like a prince first inline for the throne, perfecting and learning as we go. Come dine with me...the dished served is poetry.

In a time of need, in a time of despair, when the only things alive are my thoughts and my faults, my high is always words of flare.

Each chapter is a short story using colors to symbolize and explain the ideas of different social issues. The hope is to convey the importance of acceptance and normalizing minorities in society who are discriminated against for no other reason than the fact the they differ from what popular culture has determined as the norm of today's globalized world.

Adrian, a 26-year-old whose bank account has seen better days, needs a job. The local mental health hospital offers a solution. Ferran, a 24-year-old patient, is stuck in an alleged madhouse for refusing to conform to societal norms. What can go wrong?

In a world where conformity is prized above all else, Blue has always followed the path laid out by the Keepers, believing it to be the key to a perfect life. But when Blue meets Spark, a free-spirited individual who has discovered a hidden middle path, everything changes. As Spark introduces Blue to a world of possibilities between rigid conformity and complete rebellion, Blue must confront long-held beliefs and make a choice that will determine not only their own future but potentially the future of their entire society. Together, Blue and Spark embark on a journey of self-discovery, challenging the notion of perfection and seeking a balance between societal expectations and personal authenticity.

In a world dominated by conformity, a mycelium-born individual finds themselves navigating the complexities of Western society. Unaware of their unique origins, they grapple with fitting in while their mycelial essence pulls them towards a different way of knowing and being. Bewildered by capitalism, colonialism, and individualism, they embark on a journey of self-discovery, challenging societal norms and advocating for interconnectedness. This standalone short story explores the autistic experience and offers a social commentary on the oppressive systems that shape our world. Join the protagonist as they unravel the mycelium within and seek to forge their own path amidst a society that often fails to appreciate their unique perspective. *From my neurodistinct brain. Generated with the help of ChatGPT.

{poetry, sort of} They're the most remarkable words you've ever seen ...

This is a collection of rebelling pieces of poetry. It is a work against conformism. Hope you'll like it. || Complete ||

A poem by Taylor Sanchez

MEDALIST WINNER IN THE YOUNG ADULT CATEGORY OF THE 2015 NEW APPLE BOOK AWARDS! FINALIST IN THE 2016 IPNE BOOK AWARDS! Military brat and albino, 13-year old Portia Maddox, has bounced from school to school, always an outsider. So when Denise Laughton, the most popular girl at her junior high, asks for her help in exchange for an invite to Denise's big birthday party, Portia jumps at the chance to go. But there's a catch: Portia must spy on Randy, Denise's boyfriend, to find out whether he's cheating on her. Portia's spying, however, unearths a tangled web of duplicity, hidden agendas and family secrets. And when Portia's budding friendship with social outcast Judy interferes with her plans to endear herself to Denise, Portia must decide who her real friends are.

Individuality

In a world where silence is law and noise is forbidden, Kiko navigates the challenges of being a teenager with a voice too loud to contain. Raised in a society where even a toddler's cry can lead to dire consequences, Kiko grapples with the expectations placed upon her by her strict parents and the enigmatic tale of giants who govern the skies. With her brother Kaliq as her confidant, Kiko questions the truths she's been taught, especially when faced with Mr. Escalante, a teacher who challenges the very foundations of their society's beliefs. As Kiko searches for her identity in a world shrouded in silence, she uncovers secrets that could shatter everything she's ever known. 'Don't Make a Sound' is a story of rebellion, curiosity, and the power of questioning the status quo in a world where even a whisper can be dangerous. CURRENTLY ON HOLD :(((

What would happen if you started noticing everyone around you is the exact same person and you're the only one who is different.

Growing up in in the agricultural town of Wheaton, Fin was raised by local elders rather than his own father. One day an invitation is received to join one of the three most prestigious magical academies - the Cyklan Academy of Magic. His father immediately accepts on his behalf and ships his son to the foreign country of Cykla. With only a talent for handicrafts how will he fair at a school of the world's most coveted battlemages and diviners?