Stories tagged with "thoughts"

  • In the World's Eyes Inspired by text

    I wasn’t scared.

    Everyone’s biggest fear is falling through the sky. Nightmares have proved that time and time again.

    But I…

  • It's a Long Drive to Sleazeville Motel Inspired by text

    Trazelli made a few calls. He had people on the inside, officers on the force, motel clerks where he’d pay handsomely for an …

  • Cinderella Re-Spun (Part 5) Inspired by text

    “Ella, get my back, would you? The scrub brush is on the shelf. I’d like you to get the rose water, as well,” Elizabeth spoke…

  • The Truth Lies Within....

    Tell me if this ain’t true….

    have you ever been listening to your music with your headphones, and suddenly think you hear …

  • China Patterns Inspired by text

    My grief was now replaced with anger. I grabbed my empty teacup, my mother’s favorite china pattern, and threw it as hard as …

  • The Writer Receives a Phonecall Inspired by text

    “Despite your name,” I said, “I don’t really know anything about you.”

    “That’s true,” Raine agreed, avoiding my eyes. “B…

  • The Writer Talks About Herself Inspired by text

    Breakfast was a quiet affair. He seemed a little…absorbed. I had made some eggs and pancakes, and drizzled it over with map…

  • Be Careful What You Wish For...

    Lily sat in the front row, hands clasped and her face craned downwards, looking at her lap as if it were the most interesting…

  • Immunity Inspired by text

    I couldn’t help but see Alice’s point.

    “Yes, you’re right, Alice.”

    “As usual.”

    “Hmm. Tell me something.”

    “I always do.”

    ...

  • Interruption Inspired by text

    Just then there was a tentative knock on the door. Marisa’s mouth made an “O” shape. I motioned for her to be quiet and then …