Adventure

Once Open a Time
Once open a time, not once upon a time, but open— like a window that forgot how to close, like a book that learned to inhale,
By Farhad14 days ago in Fiction
Those Red Eyes
I had never seen a bird like this before. Its entire body was covered in black feathers, and its red eyes filled me with such terror that I started running. The recitation of Ayat al-Kursi ran continuously on my tongue, and my eyes were brimming with tears.
By Sudais Zakwan14 days ago in Fiction
Choosing the Bear
I wasn’t expecting this. I had to go into town for eggs. Normally, Bessie and Judith and Norbert give me enough that this is never a problem, but for some reason they all got broody at the same time. The fact that there’s a handsome pheasant hanging around the cottage, strutting around like he’s “actually a peacock you know.” Yes, he actually said that. So of course the hens are clucking away. Not that anything will come of it, of course, but, the instincts die hard.
By Meredith Harmon14 days ago in Fiction
The Curious case of The Temporal Anomaly.
Sherlock Holmes arrived at King’s Cross Station with precious few minutes to spare. He planned on boarding the 10:17 train to Highbury Street...but he stepped onto the curious new Platform 8.5 with a raised eyebrow. The brass placard looked freshly bolted, the numbering illogical. Even the air felt wrong - a faint scent of hot iron and sagebrush drifting where London fog should have been.
By Novel Allen14 days ago in Fiction
The Baker Princess and the Prince Who Loved Midnight Tea — Continued 🍞🌙
The first winter after Maribel and Alaric married arrived softly, like a polite guest who knocked before entering. Snow dusted Honeyvale’s rooftops and settled into the window ledges of the royal bakery. Inside, the ovens worked overtime, filling the air with warmth and the comforting scent of cinnamon, honey, and butter. Maribel moved through the space with practiced joy, humming while kneading dough, her apron already dusted white.
By Zidane15 days ago in Fiction
Pay Attention to Advice
Once upon a time, an ant was passing along a path to collect grains of barley when suddenly her eyes fell upon a beehive. The sweet fragrance of honey made her mouth water. The hive was attached to a rock. The ant tried repeatedly to climb the rocky surface to reach the hive, but she failed again and again because her feet kept slipping and she fell every time.
By Sudais Zakwan15 days ago in Fiction
Captain Michael and the Horn of Logan
“I am King David the Magnificent. The Great and Powerful. Ruler over all that is in front of me, all that is behind me. All that is to the north, south, east, and west of me. Why have you come before my great presence? Make your request now. If it sounds pleasant to my ears, I might consider granting you your request. If not, you will be fed to the lions.”
By David E. Perry15 days ago in Fiction
The Adventurous Button Thief
Bodkin, the button thief, had known a comfortable, solitary life since she settled in the walls and empty spaces surrounding the Spindle Glow Crossing general store some years ago. The store seemed new then, with sawdust in the eaves, and sticky tar still oozing through some of the roof slats, all long gone now. The Tranquil Forest is infiltrated with fairies and all manner of oddkins, with a font to their realm allowing free travel between the two.
By K.B. Silver 15 days ago in Fiction
Cui Bono
“This heist won’t work.” By Fredrick’s estimation, the look of bewilderment painting the face of the priest across the dingy tavern table didn’t make his statement any less untrue. To avoid his partner Grander’s inevitable stomp, Fredrick kicked his boots onto the table.
By Matthew J. Fromm16 days ago in Fiction
The Duelist. Top Story - November 2025.
The rays of a dying red sun flashed against the onrushing blade. The grey beards say the key to dueling lies in size, speed, reach, righteous fury, whatever the person in front of them pays them to say. Matteo knew better than any it was none of these and had an undefeated record on these sands to prove it.
By Matthew J. Fromm16 days ago in Fiction
American Rock Climber Alex Honnold Reaches Top of Taipei 101 Skyscraper Without Ropes. AI-Generated.
A Historic Climb Above the Clouds American rock climber Alex Honnold, widely regarded as one of the greatest climbers of all time, has once again pushed the boundaries of what many believed was possible. This time, Honnold reached the top of Taipei 101, one of the world’s tallest skyscrapers, without using ropes or safety harnesses—a feat that has captured global attention.
By Asad Ali17 days ago in Fiction
Layer of Permission
The first thing Mara noticed was that no one ever said no anymore. They said not available, pending review, outside your tier, not at this time; you know when the words were polite. Bloodless. They floated past her like customer service ghosts.
By Cadma17 days ago in Fiction