203 Results in the "Children’s Fiction" category


    • David to the Rescue Cover
      by LovelyMay David to the Rescue begins with a moment of quiet, where David, usually comforted by nature and the stars, finds himself instead immersed in the tension and sorrow clouding the Holly farmhouse. The tale of the princess and the pauper lingers in his mind, but its whimsy is overtaken by the real-life story unfolding in front of him. He hears whispers of unpaid debts and sees the anguish in Mrs. Holly’s tear-streaked face. For the first time, he feels the weight of adult worries—mortgages, banks, and the…
    • Chapter XII – The circus boys in dixie Land Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XII begins with Phil waking up to the gentle sway of a moving train, his body stiff from an uncomfortable night. Though sleep had come in short, restless intervals, his spirits remained unexpectedly bright. Hunger gnawed at him, but not enough to break his composure. With no immediate response to his knocks, he waited, patient yet alert. When Sully finally appeared, his usual smirk in place, he mocked Phil's good humor. But Phil, unfazed, countered with a cheerful request for breakfast, playfully…
    • Chapter XI – The circus boys in dixie Land Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter XI opens with Phil being led onto Sully’s private car, not as a guest, but as a captive. The air inside the train is tight with tension, and Sully’s forceful manner leaves no doubt that he intends to assert control through fear. Phil, though younger and physically outmatched, meets the showman’s aggression with quiet defiance. He recognizes the danger but refuses to be intimidated, choosing instead to remain silent unless necessary. Sully’s attempts to dominate the conversation only provoke…
    • Chapter X – The circus boys in dixie Land Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter X introduces a turning point as Phil’s sense of justice collides with the rough undercurrents of circus life. While moving through a busy area, he spots a theft unfolding and acts without hesitation. Seizing the thief, Phil holds firm even as threats are hurled and the man attempts to wrestle free. A crowd gathers quickly, adding tension to the scene, but Phil’s focus remains sharp. Despite the criminal’s violent efforts to break loose, Phil refuses to let go, using both strength and…
    • Chapter VIII – The circus boys in dixie Land Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter VIII introduces a shift in both tone and responsibility as the circus moves forward without Zoraya, whose injury sidelines her permanently. Her absence marks more than the end of an act; it leaves a space felt by all who performed alongside her. Yet the show presses on, crossing borders into Canada, where enthusiastic crowds welcome the new lineup. Each performance is tighter, more polished, but not without undercurrents of concern. Phil, always alert, discovers a troubling detail—Sully’s…
    • Chapter VII – The circus boys in dixie Land Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter VII bursts to life with laughter and lively energy as clowns pour into the sawdust-covered arena, charming the crowd with exaggerated gestures and playful mischief. At the center of it all is Shivers, revered as the Prince of Clowns, whose every move draws applause and delight from children and adults alike. Trailing behind him is Teddy Tucker, an eager newcomer mimicking Shivers’ every antic with innocent enthusiasm. The contrast between Shivers’ polished timing and Teddy’s chaotic attempts…
    • Chapter VI – The circus boys in dixie Land Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter VI begins with an unexpected twist as Teddy and Phil, fresh from their circus duties, suddenly find themselves surrounded by familiar faces. What seems at first to be an ambush quickly turns into a cheerful reunion as their old classmates, led by President Billy, reveal the surprise—a celebratory dinner in the very recitation room they once studied in. The tension fades fast, replaced by laughter and the aroma of cookies and homemade pies. Teddy, ever the hothead, was ready for a fight but…
    • Chapter VI – The Best That the Galoshes Gave Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter VI opens a peculiar door into the young Divine’s journey, not just through foreign lands but into the corners of his own expectations. His heart, fueled by books and lectures, longed for something bigger than his quiet surroundings. When he straps on the enchanted galoshes, the adventure begins not in joy but in a soggy Copenhagen garden. The drizzle dampens his spirits almost instantly, a small but symbolic warning of the disappointments to come. Transported across countries, he sees lakes,…
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    • Chapter V – The circus boys in dixie Land Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter V begins with Phil and Teddy yearning for rest after a demanding day under the big top, their limbs sore and spirits slightly weary. As they make their way back toward the sleeper cars, their conversation shifts to their regular bathing routine—often a cold splash from a barrel rather than the warm hotel baths they only occasionally enjoy. Despite the discomfort, their exchange is light, peppered with jokes and laughter that reflect a strong friendship built on shared hardships. The thought of…
    • Chapter V – Metamorphosis of the Copying-Clerk Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter V reveals a strange irony in the clerk’s journey—what was meant to be freedom turns into an entirely new form of captivity. As a lark, he once soared with joy, unburdened by papers, ink, and deadlines. Yet now, confined to a gilded cage beside a nostalgic Canary and a self-important Parrot, he feels more trapped than ever. Their world is one of melodies and mimicry, but none of it feels truly free. The Canary’s voice, though sweet, carries a weight of longing that reflects the emptiness…
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