Projectrefresh Stories

A Halloween-themed short story

Bronze winner of #ProjectRefresh 2016 Halloween contest | As a way to cope with the psychological trauma of being abducted and held captive last Halloween, Andrea and her girlfriends meet once a week to imagine gruesome scenarios of revenge on the man responsible. But as the night comes to an end, it becomes more twisted than their imagination. *Halloween flash fiction of approximately 1000 words. Copyright 2016 by L.L. Sanders

The Cartwright clan has worked the farm for almost a century. On the surface, they are prosperous pillars of the community. But once a generation, a wicked harvest must be reaped, to ensure that the family never falls. The appointed time for Joshua Cartwright's offspring approaches. He has to remind himself that we all must suffer, so that we do not take our blessings for granted. Reviews for Birthright: @Finnyh "Birthright's uniqueness, quality, and authenticity are what set it apart. A piece to indulge every fan of horror, historical fiction, and Southern Gothic themes. Ian delivers a compelling story about a family curse through the ages, all the while keeping up a sinister tone and the 'feel' of a different time and place. Ian's Deep South horrors will never fail to entrance and haunt me." @rosaimee "Ambience and tone are incredibly well weaved, in that it's both terrifying and beautiful. With each chapter it grows in complexity, and a solid backdrop enriches the plot." @LynnS13 "Birthright goes to the heart of Southern Gothic. It understands that pace is all when it comes to this special breed of horror. It doesn't boil over or spill; it simmers and goes skin deep."

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.

"There is a sacredness in tears. They are not the mark of weakness, but of power. They speak more eloquently than ten thousand tongues. They are the messengers of overwhelming grief, of deep contribution, and... Of unspeakable love."

#37 in science fiction When an alien world received an unwanted audio transmission, they would probably scared to the hell. What it could be either origin of wars or sign of initial warning? What could go possibly wrong until unless Damsie, an alien girl discovered something new to their world with her new friend. #projectrefresh #oneshot 43# rank

SciFi short stories for the Sci-Friday challenges

*A short horror story. Completed* TNTHorrorContest top 100 finalist! Anti Wattys 2016 best horror. ProjectRefresh honorable mention. Highest rank #439 in Horror You'll never see him coming. He's out there, watching and waiting, looking for his opportunity. He'll draw you in, use your compassion and empathy against you. And once he's inside, it's already too late. This is one creature that could never be mistaken for man's best friend.

All children are afraid of having a monster living under their bed, watching and waiting for the right moment to strike. What if you discovered one living under yours?

"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."

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

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 thing of beauty, is a joy forever. Its loveliness increases; It will never pass into nothingness." - John Keats Presenting to you, a collection of poetry on different topics and themes that reminds you of beauty.

Lord MacGregor otherwise known as Silverfox the Highwayman had seriously gotten himself into a bind this time. Currently he is locked in a dungeon awaiting execution. His saving grace....Lady Violet. Upon hearing of his capture there is very little Lady Violet would not do to save her Silverfox, but will her plan succeed? And will she ever manage to steal this Highwayman's heart. If you are reading this story on any other platform other than Wattpad you are very likely to be at risk of a malware attack. If you wish to read this story in it's original, safe, form, please go to https://www.wattpad.com/196362976-the-escape-of-silverfox. Thank you. ©All Rights Reserved by Author Cover and Story by: Ruechari

The Lady Edwina Mountbatten was known for many things in high society London: the favored heiress to her grandfather's immense fortune, marrying the grandson of Queen Victoria, charming Fred Astaire, and for her affair with the first Prime Minister of India, Pundit Jawaharlal Nehru. The real Lady Mountbatten was full of grace and wit, a repertoire of quick - fire intelligent banter, political acumen that rivaled statesmen, and a generous, compassionate heart that had a whole nation falling in love with her. The story begins in 1938 Europe at the beginning of World War II aboard the Venice Simplon Orient Express, where the Countess shares a cabin with a man whose letters would one day become her most prized possessions.

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.

[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.

Every 90s kid's nightmare. Sure, he's only a few inches tall. And has no arms. But beware, this little guy is more furrocious than you think. ~HORROR/COMEDY~ ... If you haven't already guessed.

A short story about love.

A young Pinkerton detective must stop a gang leader from robbing a train.