Fiction
At the Waterfall
Two elderly ladies meet every Saturday with a surprise picnic basket. They say opposites attract. In the case of these two long-term friends, it certainly was the case. Eva, now seventy-three and gradually going deaf is a quiet, deep-thinking, sometimes rather serious little old lady. Behind her quiet exterior lies a heart of pure gold and a wickedly good dry sense of humour. A great reader, but her overriding passion is being in the great outdoors. So meeting landowner Viv, at a library fund-raiser was a godsend. That was forty years ago.
By Diana K Robinson2 years ago in Chapters
Faucet . First Place in Unspoken Challenge.
(Note: These characters originate from a former short fiction piece of mine titled Grief Spiral. I was very eager to work with this trio again and elaborate on the aftermath of one pivotal moment. Hence, this bonus scene inspired by the 'Unspoken' challenge!)
By Erin Latham Shea2 years ago in Chapters
Whispers of the midnight city
The city of Eldoria sprawled beneath a sky smudged with the muted hues of twilight, its towering buildings casting long, enigmatic shadows. In the heart of this metropolis lived Evelyn Grayson, a woman known to few and understood by even fewer. Her sanctuary was a loft tucked away amidst the labyrinthine alleyways, where silence hung thick and the city's relentless pulse felt distant.
By Peace Precious2 years ago in Chapters
The Journey of Apostle Peter
This article shared the detailed narrative about the life and experiences of the Apostle Peter, a central figure in early Christianity. It highlights Peter's journey from being a simple fisherman to becoming one of Jesus' disciples, and eventually, a key leader in the early Christian church. The narrative touches on significant events in Peter's life, such as witnessing Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection, the spread of Christianity to different regions, and his interactions with various individuals, including Simon Magus.
By Daniel R Kpadeh2 years ago in Chapters
The Gospel of Ezekiel.
A pivotal period in ancient history, set in the years before Babylon's dominance over the land of Judah. In 627 BC, the region was in turmoil, marked by political instability and moral decay. The text focuses on the emergence of prophetic voices, particularly that of Jeremiah, amid this tumultuous backdrop. Jeremiah, depicted as a solitary figure in Jerusalem, delivered a message of impending doom to the people of Judah if they did not repent and return to righteousness. Unlike the defiant rulers in Jerusalem, Jeremiah's countenance reflected despair rather than defiance. While contemporaries like Ezekiel shared their prophecies among the exiles, Jeremiah chose to stay in Jerusalem, delivering his urgent message to its beleaguered inhabitants. Meanwhile, King Nebuchadnezzar II of the Neo-Babylonian Empire rose to power. His rule was marked by expansion and grandeur, symbolised by the construction of the Hanging Gardens of Babylon. Nebuchadnezzar's decision to besiege Jerusalem was a calculated move to quell rebellion. King Jehoiakim of Judah's audacious defiance against Babylon provoked Nebuchadnezzar's wrath, resulting in the siege of Jerusalem, the exile of Jehoiakim, and the installation of Zedekiah as a puppet king—all part of Nebuchadnezzar's calculated strategy to assert control and consolidate Babylonian dominance. In the second wave of deportations, Ezekiel, along with his wife, found himself exiled to the Khabar Canal. The region, known as the Fertile Crescent, contrasted with their heartache, as it buzzed with agricultural activity. Despite their captive status, the Exiles couldn't help but be awed by Babylon's city splendor.
By Daniel R Kpadeh2 years ago in Chapters
Echoes of Eternity Final
The moon hung low in the inky sky, casting a silvery glow across Emily's cabin. She sat at her easel, the paintbrush trembling in her hand. The room was filled with the soft rustling of leaves outside and the distant hoot of an owl. A melancholy air settled around her, for this was the night she had been dreading—the night when Kael, her lover from another world, would return to his realm, leaving her behind.
By Sweet, Sour, Bitter2 years ago in Chapters
Hearts in conflict (chapter 2)
Continue.... before this must read part 1... .............. Meanwhile, Emma sought solace in library, her sanctuary of solitude. She pulled out her textbook and immersed herself in the world of words, determined to put the earlier encounter behind her.
By Ankita goswami2 years ago in Chapters
Timmy's Cosmic Encounter: A Friendship Across the Stars (Part 3)
Timmy and Zara's journey through the cosmos had been nothing short of breathtaking. They had discovered wonders beyond imagination, forged bonds with beings from distant worlds, and unveiled the secrets of the universe. However, as they delved deeper into the cosmos, they encountered challenges they never could have anticipated.
By Qandil fatima2 years ago in Chapters
