Projectrefresh Stories

A compilation of short stories and contest entries. Chapter 1: Stray - #ProjectRefresh. December's 'Raw Emotion' Entry. Chapter 2: Lyla's Rainy Day Clichés - WattClichés Under the Rain Contest Winner.

Peak #8 in Horror "The game of cat and mouse begins." Getaway is a teen slasher. When a group of unsuspecting teenagers, on their way to a farmhouse for the weekend, are forced to take shelter in an abandoned resort when a snow storm hits, they think that the abandoned resort is a cool place for partying. But little do they know that the dark past of the place has returned to kill them all. Now the game of predator and prey begins. And in this case the prey are these nine teenagers. Cover by @Covers_101

A desperate man on the verge of a divorce will do anything at all to preserve his relationship with his wife and two children.

What if the war had yet to happen? What if Eric had a younger sister, what if she was turning 16 this year & what if she was told her brother went somewhere else? What if she was Divergent & what if she decided her life was meant to be dauntless? I don't own Divergent all i own is my OC. All right go to Ms. Roth.

[Paranormal/A Winning Short Story] He's a sick man who has forgotten what he did to me. But I'm still around, and I'll get him for it.

While on a seemingly easily mission to retrieve a valuable artifact for one of his clients, explorer and treasure hunter Nathan Drake crosses paths with rival adventurer Lara Croft, who seeks the same object. At first the two clash, but then must quickly learn to play nice when their lives are put on the line. Will this priceless treasure bring these two strangers together or will it ultimately rip them apart? A short Nathan Drake/Lara Croft fanfic.

What happens when Urban Legends are true? A mind warping mystery that encompasses smalltown Neighboursville which comes under the siege of "The Halloween Killer." If you guys enjoyed it please leave a comment and do vote for it! Thanks!

The rules are simple...You play the game...Or you die. Welcome to the ultimate survival challenge, where the stakes are not just high-they're life-changing. "The Storm Trails" isn't just a game; it's a battleground for the brave, the desperate, and the cunning. Meet the daring dozen, twelve teens from walks of life as diverse as their reasons for stepping into the arena. They're not just playing for kicks; they're in it for a life-changing cash bounty, and they'll push beyond limits to claim it. At first, the game seems like a wild ride of absurd challenges, a thrilling rush fueling their adrenaline. But the laughter dies quickly when the game spirals into a vortex of danger, demanding tasks that flirt with the dark edges of morality and survival. In the razor-thin line between ally and adversary, friendships are forged in fire and rivalries are birthed from betrayal. Love blooms in the most unlikely of places, even as enemies emerge from the shadows. Trust becomes a commodity as rare as courage, With the finish line in sight and the final showdown looming, tension reaches its peak. Only one question remains-who will outlast the storm and emerge victorious from 'The Storm Trails'? Will it be a lone survivor standing tall or an unexpected duo, bound by the trials they've endured together?

The awkward, intelligent, and bespectacled Emma Leighs never expected to be shot on the very first day of her senior year in high school. Shot by a camera, that is. Emma Leighs has steered clear of every and any type of attention out there for pretty much her entire high school life, taking a liking to the more subtler things such as photography and caffeine-induced night blogging in her grandmother's humble cottage, all while perfectly content with hiding her dark history and secrets from the world around her. But the disturbingly beloved tradition of four attractive teenage boys, a broken camera, a downpour of rain, and a single photograph seems to finally acquire her of some (reluctant) friends. And maybe, just maybe, they'll teach her a thing or two about what she's been missing out on. (WARNING: Psychological and mature subjects are present in this story that could be triggering and/or intense for some, though the bigger lot of it mainly focuses on self discovery, accepting your flaws/mental disorders, and creating new bonds with the people around you as well as allowing them to be your support on the long road of recovery, so this story may be a bit slow paced. Swearing and mild language are also present. Read at your own risk.) Highest ranking: Teen Fiction #3

-Based on true events- On a desperate manhunt to search for his missing brother, York and his nephew, Johnson, are brought to a peculiar inn set in a dry, arid little town in Kansas. This family-owned inn attracts travelers from all over the state with their suspiciously fresh orchard in the backyard--the only crop for miles, as well as their beautiful young daughter who boasts of psychic abilities. When York and Johnson investigate, how far will this foreign family go to protect their darkest secrets?

WARNING: lots of gore and violence. Please proceed with caution. While a hurricane rages outside four siblings are trapped in their new home with a demon on their heels. This night will change their lives...or end them.

In a world plagued by evil, and darkness. Light will rise to challenge the darkness, good will challenge evil. A prince will challenge a king. Watching as his mother died - the evil king's son, Ryden, only has on goal in mind: to end his father's tyranny. Joined with his friends he will take on a deadly quest for a mystical sword that may grant him the key to unlocking his goal. Along his journey, he makes unlikely allies and dangerous enemies. [Updated Sporadically]

Monthly creative challenges to inspire authors to to continue to use their imagination as they compete against one another!

A collection of short stories and Flashfiction for various tags and challenges - for Aim 2 Engage, Challenge Corner etc Includes Horror, Historical, Humour, and Contemporary shorts

"So, uh, what are you?" She looked at me, confused "I don't know what you mean." "Well, you're one of us, right? Miss wouldn't bring you here if you weren't." "I'm not sure what I am, but I'm guessing I'm not normal." "You're far from it."

(Project Refresh contest entry) Life is one giant mystery. We live and start our own story. Others live life to the fullest, while some get crushed in it's midst. Join me for a tale, where hope seems to fail.

A high school boy named David, runs for his schools Cross Country team. He has enjoyed his season so far, but when a huge 5k race named Hollows Triumph, puts him in a deadly stand off between life and death, David soon realizes that every gasp of air he attempts while running, could be his last.

SciFi short stories for the Sci-Friday challenges

In a breathtaking world where mages and enchantresses walk the earth, Flare, a young fire mage, lives peacefully in the nation of Sarbor Akuot where many mages make their home. But when Flare's twin brother dies suddenly, she must travel all four corners of the earth to find one of the last living necromancers who can bring him back. A tale of love, adventure, and self discovery, we see the world through Flare's upturned eyes as she meets people from all walks of life, visits unique and formidable towns, and encounters danger and beauty beyond belief. {Book #1 in the Flare trilogy} Copyright © 2016 Cover by @ellechanel