853 Results with the "Fiction" genre


    • 21. The Seething Knot Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Adolin Kholin grappling with the seemingly trivial yet deeply personal decision of choosing an outfit for an important mission into Shadesmar. He compares the process to dueling, where instincts honed through practice guide his choices. Despite his usual confidence, he hesitates between a traditional Kholin blue jacket and a bold yellow one, reflecting his internal conflict between duty and self-expression. His struggle highlights the tension between societal expectations and…
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      Black House

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Black House is the long-await­ed sequel to The Tal­is­man, reunit­ing read­ers with ​Jack Sawyer—now a retired LAPD detec­tive liv­ing in small-town Wis­con­sin. But when a series of grue­some child mur­ders plague the com­mu­ni­ty, Jack is drawn back into the hor­rors of the ​Ter­ri­to­ries, the alter­nate uni­verse he once tra­versed as a boy. Team­ing up with an aging bik­er named ​Hen­ry Ley­den​ and a boy with super­nat­ur­al…
      Fantasy • Fiction • Horror • Thriller
    • Encounter #3 with the Rainbow-Haired Girl Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Encounter #3 with the Rainbow-Haired Girl delves deeply into Wynton Fall’s emotional and psychological state, where a young violinist struggles to reconcile his past with his dreams for the future. The story is shaped by the haunting memory of Wynton’s childhood, when he was filled with a sense of wonder and comfort, offering solace to a girl in a field of flowers. This memory is tied to a part of his heart that remains unhealed, one where a youthful connection and love were never fully realized,…
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      Cassidy

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Cassidy wakes up in the small, cramped bunk of Purple Rain, the RV, and immediately feels the absence of her mother. As her mind clears, the quiet space around her amplifies the weight of her situation. She takes in her surroundings, noticing remnants of her mother’s chaotic existence—a plate of unfinished pastries and pieces of shattered glass from a broken mirror scattered across the floor. Cassidy’s eyes wander to her mother’s side of the room, filled with disorder, and she can't help but…
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      Chapter 14

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter 14, the protagonist ventures into the ancient, lively woods beyond the manor, following Lucien’s instructions to hunt and gather information discreetly. As she moves through the seemingly deserted landscape, she remains vigilant for signs of danger, such as shimmering illusions and mysterious water reflections that suggest watchful eyes or supernatural presence. The setting emphasizes the wild, untamed nature of the forest, contrasting sharply with the cultivated gardens and manor, and…
    • 36. The Price of Honor Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Radiant observing the distressed honorspren Notum, who is deeply troubled by an unprecedented attack on spren by humans. The scene highlights the cultural shock and confusion among the spren, as such violence contradicts their understanding of honor. Radiant and Adolin’s group are recovering from the skirmish, with Adolin’s soldiers keeping watch while Shallan’s agents search the dead for clues. The absence of Stormlight complicates their situation, as Adolin’s wound and…
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      31

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a reflective monologue from an unnamed figure, likely the Lord Ruler, expressing his conflicted legacy. He questions whether history will remember him as a protector or a tyrant, revealing his deep-seated anxieties about how his actions will be interpreted. This introspective passage sets a philosophical tone, contrasting sharply with the following scene of camaraderie among Kelsier’s crew. The group engages in lighthearted banter, particularly targeting Breeze, showcasing their…
    • AFTER THE THEATRE Cover
      by LovelyMay After the Theatre opens with Nadya Zelenin stepping into the cold night air, her thoughts still lost in the echoes of the opera she had just seen. The emotions stirred by "Yevgeny Onyegin" settle into her like a dream she doesn’t want to wake from. The world feels richer, more meaningful, every shadow more poetic. Her mind latches onto Tatyana’s sorrow, and she feels a thrill in imagining herself as a girl fated to suffer for love. This imagined melancholy draws her closer to the idea of being noble…
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      Memory

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      by LovelyMay Memory has a way of arriving uninvited, stirred by the smallest scene—a child’s laughter, a familiar glance, the shape of a smile. While walking one afternoon, the narrator encounters a young boy at play, whose cheerful noise echoes the past like a song half-remembered. The boy’s resemblance to a son once held close is so striking it jolts the narrator into a vivid reverie, where long-forgotten days return as clear as yesterday. That single moment unfolds years of tenderness, joy, and the deep ache…
      Fiction • Poetry
    • Buttered Side Down Cover
      by LovelyMay Buttered Side Down by Edna Ferber is a delightful collection of short stories that offers witty, poignant, and insightful glimpses into the lives of everyday people. Published in 1912, the stories explore themes of love, ambition, hardship, and the unpredictable nature of life, often emphasizing the humor and irony in ordinary circumstances. With Ferber’s sharp observations and engaging prose, the collection captures the struggles and triumphs of its characters, making it a timeless celebration of human resilience and spirit.
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