249 Results with the "Poetry" genre


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      Ballad: Haunted

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      by LovelyMay Haunted begins with a reflection not on the usual specters of graveyards or shadowed halls, but on the less visible phantoms that cling to memory—those born of social missteps and emotional bruises. The protagonist carries these burdens with a reluctant familiarity, haunted by moments society deemed failures. Black Monday looms, not for any ghostly threat but for the looming return to school, that universally dreaded ritual of rigid timetables, recitations, and cold stares. Early love, once bright and…
    • Ballad: Gregory Parable, LL.D. Cover
      by LovelyMay Gregory Parable, LL.D. lived in a thatched cottage that looked as though it had been plucked from the page of an illustrated countryside fable. Tucked between ivy-covered hedgerows and the hum of bees, the modest home stood proudly without rot, leaks, or intrusion from time. There, Gregory—a figure of both grandeur and gentleness—spent his days lost in Latin syntax and historical discourse, drifting between Caesar’s conquests and the grammatical precision of Balbus. His books were his companions, and…
    • Ballad: Gentle Alice Brown Cover
      by LovelyMay Gentle Alice Brown opens with a contrast that sets the tone for the entire tale. She is described as kind and demure, yet her family background is anything but gentle. Her father is a notorious robber, feared in their little Italian village, and her mother is no stranger to criminal behavior either. Despite this, Alice remains composed, her heart quietly yearning for the sight of a handsome man from the Customs House who strolls past their home. She watches him with fascination, not out of lust or desire…
    • Ballad: First Love Cover
      by LovelyMay First Love unfolds in a quiet Berkshire village where Reverend Bernard Powles holds spiritual sway over a small, devoted congregation. Among them is Ellen, a gentle soul whose unassuming nature has made her the subject of admiration by every husband and bachelor alike. With no pretensions and a softness that drew eyes without seeking them, Ellen became known as the Village Violet—an emblem of purity untouched by vanity. Her presence was modest, her dress simple, yet her inner light outshone any riches.…
    • Ballad: Etiquette Cover
      by LovelyMay Etiquette guides the unusual and ironic survival tale that unfolds in this ballad, where two stranded gentlemen on a remote island let manners dictate their fate. Rather than working together in the face of adversity, they let the absence of a formal introduction keep them apart, highlighting how arbitrary social rules can override basic human instincts. Their division of the island becomes a metaphor for the self-imposed barriers people build, even when common sense urges otherwise. GRAY and SOMERS, each…
    • Ballad: Ellen McJones Aberdeen Cover
      by LovelyMay Ellen McJones Aberdeen appears not merely as a bystander but as a flame that burns quietly at the center of a tale charged with culture, music, and personal change. In the company of Highlanders and bold pipers, she stood not just as a figure of beauty but as a listener who truly felt the spirit of the land. Her admiration for the stirring tunes of Angus McClan reflected more than simple affection—it revealed a connection to something ancient, something that stirred both memory and soul. As pipes roared…
    • Ballad: Damon v. Pythias Cover
      by LovelyMay Damon v. Pythias begins not with hostility, but with the celebrated closeness of two lifelong friends whose bond survived every challenge. Damon and Pythias, wealthy merchant princes, had weathered the turbulence of business and life without a crack in their friendship. Their families shared not only fortunes but philosophies, and there had never been tension to speak of. When news broke of a legal case bearing their names, the community was stunned—not by the content of the suit, but by the novelty of…
    • Ballad: Captain Reece Cover
      by LovelyMay Captain Reece embodies a version of leadership that is both whimsical and wise, showcasing how compassion and attentiveness can transform discipline into loyalty. Unlike commanders who rule through rigidity, he offers his sailors the kind of treatment one might expect at a grand estate rather than aboard a warship. It’s this unusual devotion to their happiness—whether through laughter, leisure, or luxury—that defines not just his leadership style, but the very culture of the ship. THE MANTELPIECE…
    • Ballad: Brave Alum Bey Cover
      by LovelyMay Brave Alum Bey stands as a cheerful yet curious figure, best remembered for his fearless spirit and endearing eccentricities. Along the peaceful riverbanks of Stamboul, he lived a life as gentle as the flowers he picked for Backsheesh, the lovely daughter of Rahat Lakoum. Their romance blossomed quietly, nurtured by daily gifts and mutual fondness, strengthened by the simplicity of shared rituals. While Backsheesh mastered culinary wonders, Alum Bey prepared for life’s unpredictable tides. When duty…
    • Ballad: Bob Polter Cover
      by LovelyMay Bob Polter stood as a familiar figure among the English working class—strong in stature, calloused from labor, and unrefined but honest in his dealings. His life moved in rhythm with pickaxes and pub nights, where smoke curled above battered tables and laughter echoed after long hours of toil. Though no stranger to ale and the occasional brawl, Bob wasn’t a man adrift in vice—his habits never fully consumed his character. He wasn’t perfect, but his choices, even flawed, were human and relatable.…
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