822 Results with the "Fiction" genre


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      My Fourth Stage

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      by LovelyMay My Fourth Stage unspools in the carefully curated world of Mrs. Milton-Cleave, a woman who thrives on appearances and subtle manipulation. Known for her tasteful luncheons and careful conversation, she moves through her day with a practiced grace that conceals her desire to influence those around her. That day, her mind lingers not on her usual preoccupations but on a passing moment she witnessed—Gertrude Morley and Sigismund Zaluski walking together in the garden, absorbed in each other’s company. The…
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      My First Stage

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      by LovelyMay My First Stage begins in the serene yet suffocating village of Muddleton, where reputations are shaped not by actions but by the whispers passed over cups of tea. It is in Mrs. O'Reilly's sunlit drawing room, decorated with delicate porcelain and careful social airs, that a rumor first flickers to life. During a seemingly innocent afternoon visit, she shares a provocative remark with Miss Lena Houghton—that Mr. Sigismund Zaluski, a visiting foreigner, may be aligned with radical ideologies. This isn't…
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      My Fifth Stage

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      by LovelyMay My Fifth Stage begins in a drawing room dimly lit by chandeliers and softly humming with the buzz of a formal dinner party. At the heart of the gathering is Mrs. Selldon, a hostess known more for her generous hospitality than for sparkling conversation. Her greatest social challenge isn’t arranging cutlery or managing menus—it’s managing words. Especially when her companion at the table is none other than Mark Shrewsbury, a celebrated novelist whose penetrating prose unnerves her more than she would…
      Fiction • Satire
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      My Books and I

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      by LovelyMay My Books and I begins with a quiet, familiar warmth, like stepping into a room where trusted friends await. The narrator speaks of books not as objects, but as living companions—each one ready to meet him wherever he stands emotionally. Some days require a light laugh, and Bill Nye is pulled from the shelf, his wit a welcome reprieve. On others, Stevenson is the voice of thought, offering reflections that move slower, deeper. The beauty lies in the choice; the right book always seems to present itself.…
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      MISERY

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      by LovelyMay Misery settles over Iona Potapov like the snowflakes drifting down on his motionless sledge. He sits hunched and silent, draped in white, waiting on the side of a road already passed by hundreds who never once look his way. The city’s energy contrasts sharply with Iona’s stillness, highlighting the emotional distance he feels from those around him. Though life goes on, it feels irrelevant to him now. Time stretches painfully slow. His son has died recently, and every breath he takes seems heavier in…
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      Miles

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Miles spent most of his days wandering the vast, sprawling vineyards near his home, feeling the weight of the world pressing down on him. The familiar rows of grapevines, with their dense green foliage, were a temporary escape from the constant pressure of school, family expectations, and the ever-present shadow of his relationship with his older brother, Wynton. Wynton’s anger over the broken bow had cast a long shadow over their relationship, and the more Miles tried to make amends, the further he…
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      Miles

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Miles and his dog Sandro find themselves embarking on an unexpected adventure, accompanied by a girl whose presence is marked by the overwhelming scent of flowers. This unanticipated journey begins with an easy flow of conversation, grounded in their shared interest in literature, particularly Steinbeck. While the girl expresses deep admiration for Steinbeck’s works, Miles finds himself more critical, perceiving the author’s style as heavy-handed and didactic. Despite their differing views on…
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      Miles

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Miles wakes up to the cold, gray light of early morning, surrounded by the quiet stillness of the vineyard. His body aches from the uncomfortable position he had slept in, and the emptiness of the place only deepens his sense of disillusionment. He had waited all night, desperately hoping to find the rainbow-haired girl again, to reclaim the fleeting feeling of connection that had once been so palpable between them. But as the sun rises and the silence deepens, Miles realizes that she is gone, leaving him…
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      Miles

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Miles moves through the busy hospital lobby, a heavy sense of worry settling in his chest. His brother Wynton lies in a coma, his condition lingering in a state of uncertainty that has taken a toll on Miles emotionally. To make matters worse, Miles is still reeling from a recent conversation with Dean Richards, who had questioned his academic performance and behavior, making him feel increasingly inadequate. Desiring to escape the overwhelming reality of the hospital, Miles tries to distance himself from…
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      Miles

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Miles finds himself standing at a crossroads, overwhelmed by emotions as he grapples with the weight of his brother Wynton’s coma. The guilt and sorrow that have taken hold of him feel suffocating, pushing him into a state of detachment from those around him. Sitting under the shade of a sprawling willow tree, he finds temporary solace in the silent companionship of his dog, Sandro, the only presence that seems to truly understand him. The weight of Wynton’s absence is heavy, and Miles is haunted by…
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