Ficlets | Stories posted 5/10/2008

Stories posted 5/10/2008

Blur

by More Ways Than One 5 months ago

Blur. I feel like I can’t see. Slow down. You’re moving too fast. Let this moment sink in. It might be the last we ever have….
Curtain Call

by Living In Wonder Land ♠ 5 months ago

You really had me going.
You pulled off this act for years and I never had a clue.
You tore at my confidence,
you turned me i…
First Morning

by Just another writer 5 months ago

She woke up the next morning surprised that she got any sleep to begin with. She rolled over to look at the clock but like ev…
Look Up At The Sky

by Life&&Love 5 months ago

Go lay on the grass and look up at the sky
look at the clouds and the birds fly by
and think, think of what it would be like …
Boy On The Bus

by Just another writer 5 months ago

“No,” she replied cooly. He smiled bigger and sat down in the seat next to her.
“Actaully, do you mind if I ask 3 questions?”...
The Fellowship ch.5

by Bartimaeus 5 months ago

I remember looking over at Christian one more time before I ducked my head down and prepared for the worst. The plane seemed …
In A Perfect World...

by LeAnn717 5 months ago

There will be no…

pain
tears
death
violence
suffering
discrimination

Sadly this is not a perfect world and the innocent …
Home

by LeAnn717 5 months ago

Brianna pulls herself free from Tyler and comes home to find the usual scene.

Her father lies wasted in his favorite chair w…
Velvet's Story

by Nouvelle Bardot 5 months ago

“Alright,” she said getting comfortable, “It’s not like this is my profession or anything you know…It just happens.”

“Natu…
Names and A Little Bit Deeper

by Just another writer 5 months ago

“Annabelle. Annabelle Love.”

“Well my Love,” he grinned. “I’m Jack. Jack Dunn.”

“Please, just call me Anna.”

“No I think I…
Unwanted visitor

by Matthew Brown 5 months ago

“Steven, what are you doing here?” Brianna sees her ex-boyfriend sitting on her bed.
“I heard you were leaving. Is it true?...
Those Daring Irish Waters

by Living In Wonder Land ♠ 5 months ago

Cold wind brushed against my face. My hair trailing behind me in wisps flowing with the wind. The bridge was full of golden l…
Not the life.

by Matthew Brown 5 months ago

This life, my life, I wouldn’t wish on my worst enemy.
I am cursed, not gifted. So many people mistake this.
Come in, I can …
Once a cheater, always a cheater.

by Tony Mannor 5 months ago

Laurie piled the bed with clothes. “I can’t believe it. I thought I could trust you! You lied to my FACE!”

She turned to loo…
Just Your Normal Farm

by Misfit Dreams 5 months ago

Not far from a very small town that was long forgotten was a farm. This farm was like any other farm that you might come acro…
Other Lives

by Larian 4 months ago

I’d gone to bed hours ago, but I was still awake, staring alternately at the time flashing red beside me and at the ceiling, ...
The Sound is Coming

by Bethany the Martian 4 months ago

She had drifted in and out of sleep for a few hours, and when the world came in focus it was distinctly red. An odd, red ligh…
If wishes were horses...

by Maleghast 4 months ago
Someone's Calling

by Bethany the Martian 4 months ago

The phone rang, and the newspaper slipped from my hands. I looked over at the phone and back at the newspaper on the floor. I…
Semantics

by Capital "W" Writer (LoA's Geekus Awesomeus) 4 months ago

“Your world is about to end.”

He spun around, startled by the stranger who seemed to just appear out of no where. “What?”

”...
Those Loving Irish Waters

by Lee Braiden 4 months ago

Immediately, I was sucked down into that cold, violent underworld. Smokey torrents of black water and white foam carried me d…
All hail the Corporation, Inc.

by YodaOnCrack 4 months ago

“Bitte, kommen sie herein,” Commander Aslög said, leaning back in my chair. Her long boots were laced tightly together and he…
Little Boy

by Stovohobo 4 months ago

8/6/45
32,000 feet above Hiroshima, Japan

From inside the Enola Gay, 509th Composite Group commander Colonel Paul Tibbets …
Woken Up

by Never Explain 4 months ago

He did. The cop cleared me, took me home, talked to Greg’s mom since she was my guardian while Boston was in college, and I g…
The Moominator

by Lee Braiden 4 months ago

She squared up to me, fearless as anything. I tried not to give ground. The vital heaving of her chest manifested in hot brea…
Hearts in Darkness

by Lee Braiden 4 months ago

Some say that none of us are innocent,

That we’ve all had our pains
That the best tears are for others
That no one will die …
Picture

by Ana Cristina 4 months ago

I have a picture of my mother that my grandmother doesn’t know about.

I found it in her closet one day while she was taking…
Star Wars: Buns of Steel

by thebetweenspace 4 months ago

Meanwhile, in the hangar. A certain beautiful princess with iconic buns exited a ship with two companions, as well as a hoard…
Please Parody Challenge!

by Amaster 4 months ago

I don’t really have any reason to do a challenge, but I had a cool idea.
I challenge anyone who wants to make a parody of a s…
Star Wars: A Heart To Heart

by thebetweenspace 4 months ago

The chaotic cacophony was getting louder and louder. “Leia hates your guts! Leia hates your guts!”

“Just ignore them, honey,...
The brotherhood enters the fray

by Ridcully Calvert 4 months ago

Zoulag the zombie was sitting, smoking a roll-up, and admiring the puffs of smoke that swirled out of both sides of his neck….
Time is on your side [Song paroday challenge]

by Ridcully Calvert 4 months ago

Slime, is on your side, yes it is!
Slime, is on your side, yes it is!

When you kissed that frog prince, who would have thoug…
Velvet's Escape Tale

by Nouvelle Bardot 4 months ago

“Jesus!” Paul said, “How long have you been here?”

“About six months I think. Seems like forever,” she said, narrowing her g…
Blame

by Valley Fey/Pinprick 4 months ago

Eva’s face fell, her eyes grew softer. “You… you’ve got to her then.” She murmured, her voice cracking, “My daughter’s the …
Excuses, Excuses

by Valley Fey/Pinprick 4 months ago

Eva swallowed. “You really do look just like you did then.” She began, “I don’t know what I can do to-”

“Bring her here, and…
Plan Fruition

by Valley Fey/Pinprick 4 months ago

A roar from behind the cottage made Helen glance over her shoulder, and Eva crawl backwards, away from the cottage. Arden, th…
To the City

by Valley Fey/Pinprick 4 months ago

Sioni, Ridda and Joseph woke early, as it was almost a full days walk to the city, and they had no horses. Sioni carried a pa…
Just A Little Tradition

by Dreamer 4 months ago

We were sitting under the tree again, in our usual pose: me with my arms around his neck, his arms around my waist with his b…
Lost Kingdom

by cphpitts 4 months ago

For the first time ever, King James was speechless. He rubbed his eyes furiously but he was still nowhere. He knew that just …
Just A Little Euphoric

by Dreamer 4 months ago

I was feeling euphoric as I kissed her forehead, loving the way she let out a little humming sigh every time I did. I kissed …
thought

by confusified 4 months ago

We were in front of Chelsea’s house and the light was on. Jordan wanted me to do something to my friend’s beloved object for …
Exit Dragon and Sphinx

by Ana Cristina 4 months ago

“Had I known you were sick, Isabelle and I never would have left you alone. When you slept in, Samantha, I thought it was sim…
Innocent Eyes

by Ana Cristina 4 months ago

“May I come in, Sam?”

Candace gave Isabelle a friendly look. She was particularly fond of my cousin as they both shared a we…
What a Beautiful Day -- The Colonel's Tent

by Browncoatben 4 months ago

“I’ve got the list, Colonel.” Sergeant Hobbs said, entering the tent. Cigar smoke hung in the air, swirling with the draft.

...
Just A Little Decision

by Dreamer 4 months ago

I hadn’t ever really looked into any colleges. I’d recently made a decision that was extremely unlike me: that I would go to …
Believing Velvet

by Nouvelle Bardot 4 months ago

Paul was silent for a moment. “How am I supposed to believe a story like that?” He questioned her with a glare.

“How can’t y…
Paul's Story

by Nouvelle Bardot 4 months ago

“So why don’t you just slip out whenever a guy leaves?” Paul asked.

“They patrol the doors. Make sure that only paying custo…
Vague Impression

by Ana Cristina 4 months ago

Candace cleared her throat, but it sounded more like she was trying to suppress a laugh.

“Speak of the devil, that same man …
Earthquake

by Dreamer 4 months ago

I put Davincent behind me protectively, racking all the minds around. I felt one shy away from me. Bingo. I tried to clue int…
Breaking Out Velvet

by Nouvelle Bardot 4 months ago

“I don’t even know why I’m telling you this,” Paul said embarrassed, “But I think that’s why I stopped here in the first plac…
The Many Names of Viscount Dubois

by Ana Cristina 4 months ago

I opened the card and began reading it aloud. “My Dear Miss Delacourt -“

“Ooh, he called you his dear Miss Delacourt!”

I …
What? Haven't you seen a Werezomfaevampagonymphinx before?

by Dreamer 4 months ago

I allowed myself a small chuckle at that, as I tumbled into the room I’d torn my way into. I shot out into the hall, a streak…
Flying Dragon

by ZorkFox 4 months ago

“You wouldn’t like him when he’s angry.”

“Who?”

“My dragon.”

“I don’t see a dragon.”

“He’s on my face.”

“That’s… a tat…
Untouched

by Ana Cristina 4 months ago

I gulped. “Begin what, Louisa?” Louisa was my guardian’s name, and I normally felt quite comfortable using it with her, but n…
One Moment's Defeat

by Just another writer 4 months ago

It was then Jack saw the tears that were relentlessly pushing their way out in Anna’s eyes. Anna quickly looked down. She hat…
Of Rakes and Reputations

by Ana Cristina 4 months ago

“Er, sorry?”

“Did he touch you, Samantha?”

I sighed, finally comprehending now. “Oh, no. No, Louisa. Lord Windham is many…
Uncovering something else?

by Bartimaeus 4 months ago

“Hey there, Kayla. Its Brenton again, I just wanted to know if-”
Kayla picked up the phone as soon as she heard his voice.
“H…
Star Wars: Holy Flying Jehovah, Batman!

by thebetweenspace 4 months ago

The mob was able to dispatch of the first wave of storm troopers quite easily. But the Brotherhood of Mutants was another sto…
Star Wars: Let's Get Ready To Rumble!

by thebetweenspace 4 months ago

“Hello, Jesus.”

“Hello, Newman,” Jesus said through gritted teeth. “Or should I say, Lucifer, as that’s your real name.”

...
Coronation of Life

by Tony Mannor 4 months ago

The sun set hours ago, but it was still light. The fires crowned the surrounding hills. They burned as brightly as they had t…
Praying for a Hero

by K~writer~M 4 months ago

I sat in the car, I couldn’t move, couldn’t speak. I watched Blake’s hands drive move the wheel. I was terrified. I didn’t kn…
Star Wars: Counseling Couch

by thebetweenspace 4 months ago

Dr. Jennifer Melfi stared at her new patient, wondering why she’d been called into an emergency session in the middle of what…
Answered Prayer

by K~writer~M 4 months ago

They stood up and began to walk toward me. Blake undid the gag. I was breathing so hard it seemed like I was panting. He push…
Lonely in New York

by Storykeeper of Fae 4 months ago

As Grace walked into her apartment, she set down her keys and looked at her answering machine. Rolling her eyes, she saw that…
Hallucinations

by paper flowers 4 months ago

I’m not crazy. Am I? No, surely not. People see imaginary things all the time. It’s perfectly normal. But here’s the thing, I…
Pretty Women

by paper flowers 4 months ago

Sir G is well enough to join his friends in the room. Abella eagerly goes to the door to let in the mystery person. She opens…
Falling and Catching

by Just another writer 4 months ago

“What are you smiling at?”

“You of course,” Jack replied.

“This isn’t exactly funny,” she snapped. And started to walk away…
...

by Ms Kit Kat 4 months ago

myself straining to remember everything about this moment,
everything about you.
but soon,
always to soon,
your image van…
Too long, Old friend.

by Mousey 4 months ago

Luckily, he was there when I arrived at the party. You see, I do not like social events. I become somewhat nervous, and end u…
Fallen Angel (Pt. 8)

by OrangeOreos 4 months ago

“Do you really think that was smart, Frido?”

Dr. Ochentaker turned around slowly and glared at Loretta through his small bif…
Thursday Afternoon

by Bartimaeus 4 months ago

John and I hadn’t said much after Jude left. We’d eaten a small meal, then went back to our hotel for the night. I took a lon…
A boy and his shoes

by constructofamind 4 months ago

His father had always told him that his shoes would be what made him or broke him.

And his shoes were awesome. Once white b…
Bandit

by Andrew Plamondon 4 months ago

“Alpha-Charlie-Alpha 2-1-6, climb and maintain flight level 4-0-0, turn right heading: 1-7-3.”

No response. Major Richard Ja…
Poker

by Barry 4 months ago

Joanne loved playing poker with her friends.

They played for dimes but it was the side bets that made it all worth it. These…
Threats and Delegates

by Steve Fairweather 4 months ago

I had little choice but to ignore the cry from below as the monster who now controlled the fate of my child appeared once mor…
A Revelation Over Cereal [Realization challenge]

by Mistress Elsha Hawk 4 months ago

The alarm clock went off.
crap. it’s too early! I think.

I drag myself down the hall to the bathroom. I turn on the blind…
I Tried

by Blusparrow 4 months ago

Kahn: Whether you want to believe it or not, I care about her deeply Mike.
Mike: No, all you want is to get laid. Now do your…
My life long dream

by Bartimaeus 4 months ago

“Are you sure, Mr. Taminski?”
I took the pen in my hand, knowing this was it.
“More sure than I’ve ever been, Tate.”
He nodde…
Priorities

by Lee Braiden 4 months ago

He peered down the road into the darkness, past the horizon, imagining the rest of the journey home. He thought of the two-ho…
** *-** **- ***- **-

by cfs1981 4 months ago

He clocked in at 6:59 am. He knew she’d already be there, in her normal place two lines over. Today was the day. Nervous, he …
Slumber Party

by Valley Fey/Pinprick 4 months ago

I set the glass of water down on my nightstand and sit on the bed. The yellow quilt is soft under my hand, its patterns swirl…
Star Wars: A Memorable Battle Cry

by thebetweenspace 4 months ago

The gunslinger Roland Deschain had finally met his match. Magneto used his magnetic abnormality to fetch Roland’s dual blaste…
Worlds apart

by Bartimaeus 4 months ago

The fire of your touch courses through my veins, and I feel the vibrant electricity breathe life into me with so much power…..
The Wake

by Andrew Plamondon 4 months ago

The bottle of beer hung at his side, caught loosely between his index and middle fingers. It was almost full and a thick laye…
The Silence of Mr. S

by Khieri 4 months ago
Little boy blue

by Bartimaeus 4 months ago

He took a deep breath, looking at his house behind him. He knew exactly what he’d do: get on a train and go to New York. _Yea…
Painful day at school

by RCYHAONI 4 months ago

Later on that day, I went to school and saw Lauren walking by before school started. She stopped by me and hugged me.
“I just…
Ashley's reaction

by RCYHAONI 4 months ago

Later, it was lunch and I went outside and walked around in the courtyard, waiting for the bell to ring so I can get this day…
She Really Is Beautiful

by One Time, One Chance 4 months ago

She really is beautiful.

Her smile brightens the beach.
Her hair mocks the summer breeze.
Her eyes put the ocean to shame.
H…

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