Discovery stories, books, poems, and more

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I had the bathroom re-carpeted last week to hide the stains. From Is It Today? HJ Furl on Amazon Read More

Featured Review by John Grim

"Vivid and brutal. Perplexing and mystifying. The why never seems to matter in the face of such forceful insistence. Jarring." Read More

In the midst of an unforeseen and unsettling tragedy, Madison Monroe finds herself thrust into a bewildering and harrowing ordeal. Captured by unknown forces and subsequently returned to Earth, Madison awakens to find herself imprisoned within the confines of an undisclosed facility. Confusion and disorientation envelop her as she grapples… Read More
In the gripping tale of Kain Edward, a man who endured the profound loss of everything he held dear, the haunting specters of vampires and werewolves linger in the recesses of his mind. Despite the hardships he faces, Kain clings to his unwavering belief in the supernatural entities that have… Read More
Robert couldn't believe what his eyes were seeing. Read More
Poppy finds herself struggling through negativity and the pressure to be like others. Follow her short journey to self-discovery with the help of a small puddle on the ground. Read More
Nothing prepared Liz, an academic scientist, for Linda, a quick-witted eighth-grade dropout from Texas, excelling in outlandish jokes.Despite incompatibilities, chemistry was undeniable. Finally, they realized differences were to be celebrated rather than overcome. With humor and heart, this story reveals how possibilities unfold when we are open to unlikely opportunities. Read More
In a world where emotions have been eradicated. As they unravel the secrets of emotional reawakening, they encounter unexpected allies and formidable adversaries, testing their courage and resolve. With the fate of humanity hanging in the balance. Will they succeed in freeing humanity from emotional suppression, or will their efforts… Read More
Spunky young Dorothy Carmody and her friend Connie discover adventure when a pack of tarot cards transports them like a time machine to a variety of locales. Read More

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Comments: 1

The Booksie Classic House

We can do better than just think about the past, we can try and bring a little of it into the NOW. Read More
A sculpture of a Roman woman was discovered and posted on my social media feed. This woman, ordinary by the standards of her day, made me pause and think, and imagine. Read More
100-word story based on the cover Read More
Annamarie's father is hiding something, but what? After a fateful move, Anna begins to question the mysterious events happening around her, only to be thrown into an unfamiliar world of history and danger in the society of the survivors of the Hecathian race. Powers, death, betrayal, and finding the truth… Read More

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Comments: 1

Shelves: 1

The The Horror House House

A story about a student of necromancy exploring magic forbidden by even her fellow necromancers. A short story I rushed together for the horror house Villain POV contest. I'm not certain of its quality, but I at least had fun with it. Read More

Reads: 545

Comments: 1

The Booksie Classic House

A new homeowner finds what might be a lost Dr. Seuss manuscript. Then she discovers the shadowy, dangerous world behind classical children's literature. Read More

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Comments: 2

Shelves: 2

The Booksie Classic House

Samuel has been tasked with inspecting a school building which has been sealed up like a tomb for 40 years. The state of preservation is incredible...almost akin to a time capsule. However, Samuel is soon forced to question if only humans who can preserve buildings...and not vice versa. Just what… Read More

Reads: 432

Comments: 1

The Booksie Classic House

Discovery and love Read More

Tags: love, discovery

Darkness is nothing but a mirror. Read More

Book / Fantasy

February 25, 2021

Reads: 1187

Comments: 4

The Booksie Classic House

On this planet there are 2 worlds. 1 is a normal, ordinary world populated by natural animals and humans. The other is a magical fantasy world filled with millions of mystical species. Read More

Reads: 742

Comments: 3

The Booksie Classic House

The world is in ruin, the great societies that once existed in the wastelands are nothing but legends now. The few people that are left alive are nothing but slaves to the rich and powerful. Forty is one of them. Given nothing except a number, he serves his masters faithfully.… Read More

Book / Memoir

February 05, 2021

first officially published on Scramble (https://cookthoughts2me.blogspot.com/) Xonfession-I dated November 28, 2020 (https://cookthoughts2me.blogspot.com/2020/11/xonfession-i.html) Xonfession-II dated February 5, 2021 (https://cookthoughts2me.blogspot.com/2021/02/xonfession-ii.html) Read More

Poem / Poetry

January 18, 2021

Reads: 748

Comments: 2

The Booksie Classic House

Cover image: pixabay.com. Read More
An alternative history story set in 1606. Cover image: pixabay.com. Read More
Cover image: Solen Feyissa on Unsplash. Read More
Synopsis: Adventures of the Girl with Pink Hair Polina like any other child her age would get frustrated, and upset, as a result she would scream, cry and whine. Just like any ordinary child, as growing has that effect upon our emotions. But, unlike any other ordinary child Polina was… Read More

Poem / Science Fiction

October 03, 2020

Reads: 931

Comments: 1

The Booksie Classic House

Sci-Fi outer-space alien discovery poem/short story. I'm thinking this will likely appeal more to ages 12 to 16 or there about than to adults... Read More

Book / Romance

August 23, 2020

Reads: 155

Shelves: 1

The Booksie Classic House

Joe holds his baby sister. Read More
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