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What does it take to be Super? What does it take to be a superhero? What does it take to be Supergirl? Kara Zor-El has experienced firsthand what evil truly looks like, and she is determined to save the world from such existence, even if it means finding a way of being a hero without superpowers, but with love. But when she loses everything a second time to the power of evil once more, she embarks on a journey to defeat the *anti-life matter* at its core. She finds herself fighting villains she could never defeat, her loved ones whom she is protecting, and finally, herself Even if it means turning against fighting against those she loves, for the ones she loves, to save the world, she has to be the hero no one is; she has to be Supergirl. She has to be Brave.

A lyrical poem screaming the questions of a forlorn poet in love

A very simple pastoral poem following two characters, the narrator and the person they are addressing as they engage with the night sky. Interpret the story however you please; it wasn't initially meant to be a romantic poem but that's how it's perceived by some. Please do bear in mind that I wrote this in the 7th grade and a good amount has changed since then.

African fiction that portrayed the rural life of yorua(Nigerian tribe) society . In kusese village,aduni was betrothed to oloye gbamudu at child birth,the bashorun who wielded great powers and was respected all over,He's the next to the king in the kingdom . adunni grew up to become a beauty goddess , but inspite of her beauty no man ever get close to aduni for the fear of bashorun . ' nje iwo omo wipe iyawo ola bashorun ni aduni ni ? did you not know that aduni has been betrothed to bashorun ?' omogoriade,whose father is a peasant fell in love with adunni,expresses his feelings and she in turn fell greatly for him . Bashorun gets to know about the secret love affair between adunni and omogoriola . This brought agony to Bashorun, he felt betrayed by adunni father and he ordered his men to get him. "E lo pe baba aduni wa,boje oku abi alaye. ogunsanya,adunni father pleaded to Bashorun to forgive him that he's not aware of the news,it should be a false news. However,adunni confirmed it to be true,she narrated her encounter with omogoriola and how she fell in love with him . What's tnext for Bashorun ? Should he just give up or fight it? Read and enjoy! Omogoriola was trapped,adunni was seized ,bashorun became ruthless and determined ended in shackles that his rage led him

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Part murder mystery, part midwestern gothic, and part spiritual memoir, Belinda Bee is the story of coming of age in a 1960's rural community awash in a bewildering stew of religion, patriarchy, sin and secrets. A story of mystical beauty and haunting tragedy unfolds through the eyes of a young girl as she tries to protect her sister, the only witness to a terrible crime.

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Felix Swift is a teenager with a big problem; He just can't stay awake. And falling asleep at the wrong moment has already caused him more trouble in the past year than most people will ever experience. Relocating to the countryside with his family brings with it a whole new set of problems. Missing persons, freak storms, crop circles, all-night raves, the local gang, not to mention the challenge of baby-sitting his annoying little brother. His time in the 'arse-end of nowhere' is proving to be every bit as wild as his years growing up in South London. But as Felix soon discovers, village life also holds the keys and the clues to the adventure of a lifetime, and an opportunity to nurture the seeds of friendships that will last forever. ***************************************************************************** Dear Readers, If you are enjoying The Brightlings, please don't forget to vote for each chapter, and feel free to comment (provided you don't post spoilers). Receiving the tiny little stars and additional interaction really spurs me on, and certainly helps to point more people towards my story. I'd love to hear from you, if you like what you are reading, but I'm afraid that I can't promise an instant reply as I'm pretty flat out these days. Finally, it really shouldn't need to be written here, but just a quick note with regards to intellectual copyright and my use of this platform to write/publish The Brightlings; All rights reserved. This work is all of my own creation, and I retain the right to publish it elsewhere, or to remove it from this platform at any time in the future should I choose to do so. ---- I will not accept any excuses from those that copy or intend to pass this work off as their own, or republish it elsewhere without my permission. ---- Ok.... so now that is out of the way, there's nothing left to say, except "buckle up, hold on tight, and enjoy the ride!" Cheers, Ric #1 Environment #1 Tunnel

In conversation with pastoral literature of the canon - from Theocritus and Hesiod through to the Romantics and Transcendentalists. This short work contains condensed lessons from those great works, and the author's own musings and engagement with life from the pastoral lens, picking up and utilizing the styles of those lauded authors. The challenge to critics and literary scholars offers nuance in the great debate: Is this Pastoral? *Original (stand-alone) chapter of a larger work (Alexandrian Idylls).

A short story from fermented grapes. After her husband(pastor) battles with issues, the wife must take over the church.

Super short story about the nature of friends, especially the need to feel understood and what lengths we will go to to fill that void. Perfect for those who love Anne of Green Gables, Jane Austen, or or Charlotte Bronte. Whimsical, imaginative, contemplative, and fun.

Have you ever wondered why some bad incidents happened to a believer you know? Well, this story is just so enlightening and it answers it all STORY TITLE: RARE CASES.

On the road to deep, dark Avici, There lies a myriad red poppies. « a pastiche dedicated to Shuji Terayama »

William and Patrick fought in the trenches of World War I. During their years of suffering, they found comfort and love in each other's arms. But when they returned to their homes in the English countryside, they knew their love was a sin and the two cut ties. A decade later, both married and content with their lives, William learns that Patrick has gone missing. With a blizzard on the way and wolves known to hunt in that area, William decides to go and search for him. When they are reunited though, memories and emotions long suppressed are churned up. Now, they must decide between sacrificing their families and reputations to be together, or continue on with their lives as though nothing has changed. Set in the pastoral countryside of England before World War II and the nuclear age would change the landscape forever, this picturesque romance asks us the question: What needs to be sacrificed to protect the ones you love?

In the wake of a single, bloody night that stole her childhood, Gwen's world is reduced to two absolute truths: the enduring love for her younger sister, and a vow of vengeance etched in ash and memory. Haunted by the enigmatic shadow of a woman known as ash-the stranger who slipped a blade into her hand and vanished-Gwen must forge herself into a weapon. As she navigates a ravaged, secretive landscape where ordinary lives are meticulously secluded from hidden perils, her quest for answers becomes a journey into the heart of a profound darkness. This is a story of trauma forged into resilience, of myth born from survival, and the relentless pursuit of justice in a world where the line between protector and predator is as thin as the edge of a knife. A literary dark fantasy that explores the weight of memory, the legacy of violence, and the fierce, unbreakable bonds that define us.

Pastoral Science Fiction focuses on life on rural planets - with the settlers and colonists often in negligence of the technology that brought them initially to their safe haven. Of course, this has potential for both idyllic developments and deadly conflict. Enjoy an issue dedicated to this multi-faceted Sci-fi sub genre!