Fiction

Halloween
Horrifying anxiety letting loose other worldly entities entering neverland. _____________ There was this one All Hallow's Eve that no body could be found. Why do you suppose this happened. Could it have been that they did not follow the rules that were stated one night, or could it have been that there was a sense that they were being watched, but what was watching them? They were afraid to ask and did not really want an answer, but they had to know. They listened to each, and it occurred to them that what was watching them was each other's bodies.
By Mark Grahamabout a year ago in Critique
AI Generated Stories On Vocal? Seriously, What Is The Point?
Introduction When I see that a story is AI-generated it is a red flag to me, something to avoid. Today I have seen a lot on Vocal, and yes they are flagging themselves but seriously what is the point? I don't want to read something that someone couldn't be bothered to write.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred about a year ago in Critique
Just for Fun! 3
The circus was his life and Harold, the clown, wondered what he was going to do when the circus was sold to another owner for, he knew that he was getting up in age and soon would retire. Harold knew there were a few things he needed to check up on with the boss. The manager of the circus wanted to talk to Harold the next day anyhow about something. He would ask him then. The next day Harold met the manager, and wouldn't you know it he suggested to Harold that he retire and receive his benefits for retirement.
By Mark Grahamabout a year ago in Critique
Just for Fun!
There was a woman named Mary and for some reason she is leaving a room that meant everything to her. Then why am I leaving that is a good question for one to ask. One reason could be there was a fight that she did not want to remember, then again it could be a room that something sad occurred, but then again, the room could just be a room that one could love but seems to be feeling not just right. Could it be that she will remember this room that she loved but cannot stay there no longer.
By Mark Grahamabout a year ago in Critique
I Took a Break From Writing My Sci-Fi Novel
I’ve been working on this story for quite some time. I’ve been taking a break from it for a few weeks but have still been writing nonetheless. With my break from this story, it’s time to pick up where I left off. Sometimes it’s good and even much needed to step away from work for a time as long as it isn’t for too long.
By Jasmine Aguilarabout a year ago in Critique
Joker: Folie à Deux et les folies d’un réalisateur
Two very different Jokers, from several perspectives, starting with the explosive box office success at the Venice Film Festival of the first film, compared to the colossal disappointment of the second. This was not what anyone had signed up for. The first film left the stage with a Golden Lion and Joaquin Phoenix pocketing an Oscar for Best Actor. Quite the curtain call. The second? Well, it barely managed to keep the audience awake, let alone intrigued.
By Simone Nunziataabout a year ago in Critique
First Page
An Anomalous white lightning fractures throughout the realm, coating an illuminated portrait onto the sands as it sweeps over a towering dune. The lightning pulsates, shining a brighter reflection on the sand’s complexion, sparkling golden halos just before the lightning’s flailing retreat.
By Noah Lichtenbergabout a year ago in Critique
The Pumpkin Patch
Oh, what lurks in this field of pumpkins so near the day of All Hallows Eve. The sun comes up just as it always does but moves just a bit faster it seems, and the dusk just seems to last a little longer. Suddenly the moon just appears huge and full. One just walks around and seems weary and not knowing why. One remembers then on their walk around the pumpkin patch that there is a special being this time of year. Could it be, could it be. Oh, yes could be The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown. Only just believe.
By Mark Grahamabout a year ago in Critique
Finding Myself in the Story: How Moonlight Shaped My Journey to Belonging. AI-Generated.
Growing up, I never quite saw myself in the media around me. It was like being in a crowded room but feeling completely invisible. As a queer person, representation was scarce, and when it did exist, it often fell into stereotypes that felt far removed from my lived experience. That all changed one evening when I watched a film that would become a turning point in my journey toward understanding and accepting my identity: Moonlight.
By Njabulo Magoswanaabout a year ago in Critique
Only Enchanting
Mary Balogh has written a novel titled 'Only Enchanting' that is a part of the 'A Survivor's Club Novel'. This is a historical romance of a middle-class woman named Agnes and a member of ton named Flavian. Flavian wanted to serve his country, but he had to take over for his brother. Agnes was married to another man named Keeping. There are secrets abound in this story that will keep you turning pages to the end. Mary Balogh has added three samples of her other books at the end. The reader will be able to visualize what is happening in each chapter.
By Mark Grahamabout a year ago in Critique
Look Who's Calling
Who am I calling? said Teddy E. Bear. Hello, anyone there. Please talk to me for I feel so lonely. No one talked to Teddy. The phone rang again he picked it up said Hello. The person on the other end stated please put another quarter in the slot to keep the connection. Teddy said that he was a bear and had no money. What am I to do? he wondered. He tried to make eye contact with someone that passed by, and wouldn't you know it a child came over and picked him up and they each hugged largely.
By Mark Grahamabout a year ago in Critique
The Lady Has a Past
Amanda Quick has written a contemporary romance murder mystery. To me it is more romance with detective ramifications that the characters of Lyra, Charles Adlington, Simon, and Madame Cuppy and a host of others will discover a murder at the spa of Madame Cuppy. This is also a story that will keep the reader reading for it is a fast-paced read that includes the paranormal like ESP when they think someone is a fraud somehow. Amanda's novel has short chapters and easy to read type. Amanda Quick will have you thinking who done it, and it is a surprise.
By Mark Grahamabout a year ago in Critique