Fiction
"The Haunted House on the Corner of Elm Street". Content Warning.
In a sleepy little town, on the corner of Elm Street, stood an old and gloomy building known as the "Haunted House." Over the decades, the townspeople carefully avoided passing by it at night, and by day frowned and were happy to go around the street corner to avoid seeing the corner of cracked walls and broken windows. The story behind the house said that the place was cursed, that it had witnessed terrible events, and that ghosts and stray spirits roamed the place unhindered. But, as happens in many such places, not everyone believed in superstitions, and a brave young man named David decided to find out the truth about the "Haunted House".
By Marius Doni2 years ago in BookClub
Book Review: Promise by Christi Nogle
A young woman confronts her digital doppelganger. A mother and daughter struggle underground, finishing robots for the rich. A loving couple find that their mirrors are very different than mirrors used to be. Your devices sometimes connect not just to the web but to the afterlife. Be prepared for strangeness here. We have several types of aliens, alternate dimensions, virtual-reality writing retreats, time-travel games and time-travel tragedies, cosmic artforms and living paintings, haunted Zoom meetings, and giant worms. These stories reflect the weird and unknowable future. They are often bizarre and dreadful, but they also veer towards themes of hope, potential... and promise.
By Marie Sinadjan2 years ago in BookClub
Book Review: The Whistlers in the Dark by Victoria Williamson
My name’s Jinny. I’m twelve autumns old, and this is the story of how I woke the sleeping stones and brought fire and destruction down on us all… Scotland, 158 AD, is a divided country. On one side of the Antonine Wall, thirteen-year-old Felix is trying to become a good Roman soldier like his father. On the other, twelve-year old Jinny is vowing revenge on the ‘metal men’ who have invaded her Damnonii tribe’s homeland. At the Damnonii’s sacred circle of standing stones, her planned attack on Felix goes badly wrong, awakening a legend that threatens to bring fire and destruction down on them all. Can Jinny and Felix overcome their differences and soothe the stones back to sleep before it’s too late? Set in Kirkintilloch at the end of the Roman occupation, The Whistlers in the Dark is an uplifting story of friendship across a divide, as well as a spooky tale of a circle of standing stones going walking at Halloween.
By Marie Sinadjan2 years ago in BookClub
Unraveling Corruption and Restoring Freedom through A Fictional Character
In the realm of modern literature, the art of storytelling transcends the boundaries of time and space, transporting readers to captivating worlds and thought-provoking scenarios. At the heart of this narrative tapestry lies the fictional character, a vessel through which authors channel their creativity and ideals. In this exploration, we delve into the realm of realistic fiction, where the intricate interplay of characters and circumstances unveils profound truths about the human condition. This article introduces you to an evocative tale that not only captivates but also sheds light on prevailing issues. Enter the realm of "Modern Day David's Epic Battle Against Hegemony."
By Donald Torrence2 years ago in BookClub
Exploring the Power of Psychological Safety
In a bustling city, amidst the relentless hustle and bustle, there existed an ordinary yet remarkable woman named Sarah. Sarah worked at a technology company, where deadlines were as rigid as steel and expectations as high as skyscrapers. It was a place where innovation thrived, but the cost was often the well-being of its employees.
By Sarim Khan2 years ago in BookClub
A Thousand Splendid Sun by Khaleed Hosseini:
Khaled Hosseini, acclaimed author of "The Kite Runner," delivers another literary masterpiece in "A Thousand Splendid Suns." This emotionally charged and profoundly moving novel takes readers on a heart-wrenching journey through the lives of two women in war-torn Afghanistan, offering a poignant exploration of love, resilience, and the enduring human spirit.
By Debby Lunginus2 years ago in BookClub
The Floral Crusader
In the age of global connectivity, there existed a modern-day explorer named Emily Everhart, whose heart belonged not to the comfort of a settled life, but to the vast, untamed world of flora. Emily was a botanical enthusiast like no other, possessing an insatiable thirst for discovering rare and exotic plants hidden in the farthest corners of the Earth.
By Amen Igumah2 years ago in BookClub
The Last Colony. Content Warning.
Chapter 1: The Exodus In the year 2375, Earth was on the brink of collapse. Overpopulation, dwindling resources, and environmental decay had pushed humanity to the edge. A group of visionaries, scientists, and explorers came together to form "The Last Colony," a project aimed at establishing a new home for humanity on a distant exoplanet named Elysium-IV.
By Authentic Solutions2 years ago in BookClub
Book Review: Blunt Force Rising by Russ Colchamiro
Angela Hardwicke is Eternity’s most daring private eye... Still reeling from a brutal off-world case, Hardwicke and her protégé Eric Whistler are hired by Ther’eda Ranadyne, the realm’s sole creator of androids, to provide extra security during an industry conference aboard a galaxy cruise ship. Isolated millions of miles from home, the event quickly devolves into heated arguments between the pro-android community and its detractors, while a murder sets off a harrowing chain of events, the likes of which even Hardwicke has never faced. In Blunt Force Rising , the claustrophobic fourth novel in Russ Colchamiro’s Angela Hardwicke sci-fi mystery series, she is not only forced to confront unresolved waves of prejudice, bigotry, fear, and trauma... but fight for her very life.
By Marie Sinadjan2 years ago in BookClub
The Innovators
In a quiet neighborhood nestled at the heart of Silicon Valley, there lived two brothers, Alex and Max Chase. Their story, like a thrilling rollercoaster ride through the digital landscape, was filled with moments of excitement, challenge, and, most importantly, innovation. 🚀💡
By Dot Stories2 years ago in BookClub
