Poignant Stories

Like water, soil, and sun, can you nurture me? Nasrin "Rin" Rivers grows things for a living. She's a broke twenty-four-year-old gardener raising her sick younger brother in a cramped apartment overflowing with plants, the only thing in her life she can control. Not her addict mother, not her father's absence, and definitely not the stack of bills growing faster than her plants. So when she wakes up half naked and hungover in a mansion she could never afford to walk past, she knows she's hit a new low. What she doesn't expect is the owner: Emiliano Valderrama, a stunning and infuriating Colombian heir with a reputation for being untouchable...and a clear memory of the night she can't remember. She thinks their chaotic encounter is over-until the next morning, when she learns the mansion belongs to the same man behind the high-paying gardening job she just applied for. Their accidental collision spirals into a sharp, intoxicating push-and-pull as Rin discovers the world behind his gates is full of secrets, obsessions, and dangers that bloom like nightshade. Caught between survival, family loyalty, and a man who terrifies her almost as much as he draws her in, Rin must decide whether Emiliano is just another beautiful poison, or something worth risking everything for. Rin knows how to handle dangerous growth. She can prune it, shape it, survive it. But Emiliano Valderrama? He's something she's never learned to control. And in his world, nothing is planted by chance.

Three love stories intertwine in this emotional odyssey spanning 60 years and ranging between 1960's Oxford and modern day Spain. As a struggling writer learns of the heart-rending events leading to his mother's untimely death, he's finally able to accept his own feelings for the woman he loves, and rediscover a deep affection for his long estranged father.

Poetry. It does not wash away my grief, but it understands it. It does not bounce on my ideas; it enriches them with its beautiful words. Poetry: I have lived in it more than I have lived in Life itself. But Life is beautiful, and I have time. ___________________________________________________________________ A collection of poems. Inspired by many famous books, thoughts of my own, and things that are unspoken for. STARTED: FEBRUARY 12, 2026 COMPLETED:??

hello! these are just some silly little love poems i created. i know there isn't really many techniques in there but it's the meaning more than anything. thank you for reading!

"The Water and the Flower" in 2024, during a moment of boredom, and that it unexpectedly channeled my soul's meaning, from a place of seemingly simple beginnings, and still carries immense emotional weight and significance. My experience or boredom and burden of life can teach a life meaning.

A free verse confessional poem with lyrical elements exploring existential themes. The lack of rigid structure allows for a powerful and immediate expression of my emotional experience.

The poem also incorporates elements of reflective poetry, as Jemar's contemplates the lessons learned from their experiences. It's deeply personal and introspective, exploring themes of failure, compassion, and the human spirit's capacity for resilience and kindness.

Set in 1300s England, The Devil's Bargain unfolds in the medieval town of Ravenshire, where August Yance, a revered nobleman known for his charity and wisdom, faces a devastating downfall. Accused of causing a catastrophic explosion during a grand festival, August is imprisoned despite his protestations of innocence. As he languishes in the grim Ravenshire dungeon, a mysterious figure named Voltan offers him a desperate bargain: freedom in exchange for embracing a new role as the Devil. August's transformation into Voltan marks the beginning of a new era of moral ambiguity. His subtle manipulations begin to unravel the fabric of Ravenshire, corrupting its citizens and sowing discord. Amid this turmoil, James Clay, a notorious brigand, finds himself unexpectedly positioned to resist Voltan's influence. As Clay confronts the pervasive corruption, a climactic battle unfolds in the ruins of the town hall, symbolizing the clash between Voltan's dark machinations and Clay's reluctant heroism. The Devil's Bargain explores themes of morality, redemption, and the profound consequences of choices made in desperation, offering a compelling narrative of transformation and struggle in a town forever changed by a devilish bargain.

He runs, carpenters, thinks of her and repeats it again until the very last moment she disappears from his life a fraction by fraction.

Bronze is a poignant and quietly powerful short story about identity, belonging, and the quiet resistance of walking through a world that wasn't made for you. Set in a future that has flipped the familiar, Bronze follows a young girl navigating the unspoken hierarchies of beauty, culture, and worth. Through lyrical prose and aching honesty, the story explores what it means to live as the "other," and the quiet courage it takes simply to be. A haunting, timely story that lingers long after the final word.

In 1990, Pacific State University's football program, which was a powerhouse during the mid to late 1980s, finds itself at a critical crossroads. Under the determined leadership of Head Coach Richard Caldwell, the team faces significant trials and tribulations, including growing scandals that threaten its once dominant legacy. With boosters and fans chirping for more wins, rumors of institutional instability and misconduct swirl.

Cheryl and Toni meet for the first time in 20+ years. Choni one shot set in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

On a moonless night at the beach, a conversation turns into a haunting farewell. As she stumbles away, her hidden illness reveals itself in a diary, her final confessions echoing a love left unsaid. He watches in despair as she fades, her last wish unfulfilled. The moon finally appears, accompanied by a new star, a symbol of her unspoken love. In his heartbreak, he cries out to the night, unsure if the cosmos can answer his plea

In a world where love was their guiding light, two souls found solace in each other's embrace. Their love story was one of unwavering devotion, sealed under the vast, starry skies. But fate had a cruel twist in store. When an unexpected diagnosis cast a shadow over their happiness, their once-bright future turned into a path filled with uncertainty and sorrow. As hope flickered like a dying flame, they held onto faith, believing love could conquer even the darkest of nights. Yet, despite their prayers, life had other plans. Torn apart by fate, one is left wandering in grief, questioning the heavens and searching for meaning in a love that still lingers in memories. Some love stories don't end with a perfect ending, but in the echoes of the past, love continues to exist-unspoken, unfinished, yet eternal.

A short story. The story of my visit to Lucy. Just go with it and tell me what you think.....:)

In 2017, my father, Lakay Fred, passed away. He belonged to a generation of strong, silent men, and Dad was no exception. He didn't express his emotions much and seldom shared what was on his mind. However, he was a true wordsmith. Through his letters, he conveyed all the unspoken emotions, and his deep and passionate love for his family was palpable. A year after his passing, while going through his personal belongings, including his iPad, I discovered a treasure trove of letters that he had written. I hope that by sharing these letters, you too can catch a glimpse of the kind of person my father was and the immense love he had for his family.

A story of life's unexpected turns. Taken from my 93-story collection 'The Story A Day May Collection' https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01I220L2E