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November 27, 2025
General Stories Abdul Basit

When Ego Finally Melted

Life in Dera Ismail Khan always moves in its own rhythm. The main bazaar stays busy from morning till night and people from different backgrounds pass through it every day. In the middle of this bazar stands the Choggala, a kind of small fortress where police…
November 27, 2025
Horror Stories Ben Macnair

Life Like

The hushed reverence of the Nude Gallery had always been Sarah’s sanctuary. At thirty-two, she often found the modern world a cacophony of shallow noise, but here, amidst the silent, sculpted figures, a profound quietude settled upon her soul. She wasn't an…
November 27, 2025
General Stories Hossam Belal

My Time For Courage

I was a child in Gaza, but I wasn’t like the other children—fear set me apart. Yes, I admit it: I was afraid. And I don’t see any shame in that. I was still just a child, and children have the right to feel fear—especially when they grow up in a place like…
November 27, 2025
Flash Fiction Syed Hassan Askari

The Mistake That Stole Seventeen Years

Sara was the politest girl in her family. She was quiet, shy, and gentle. She would wake up early in the morning to perform Fajr prayers. She would make tea for her parents and then walk to her college—two long kilometers—with her books pressed tightly to her…
November 27, 2025
Horror Stories Ben Macnair

Gone Fishing

The silence of Oakhaven Lake was usually a salve for Barry, a thirty-year-old city slicker who considered himself an outdoorsman by virtue of occasional weekend trips and a subscription to an adventure magazine. But today, the quiet was merely an…
November 27, 2025
General Stories Steven Robnett

Walks Far Woman

I am a geriatric social worker at Cherryvale Memory Care Center. While normally I do not lead outings for patients at the center, I did, on one occasion, as a special favor. The outing, I was assured, would be for a couple of hours and with only one patient.…
November 27, 2025
General Stories Matias Travieso-Diaz

Shattered Glass

When a man carries an instrument of violence, he'll always find the justification to use it. If we really want to escape this war, we have to stop bringing it with us. Brian K. Vaughan, Saga, Volume 1 The last two generations have grown amidst frequent…
November 27, 2025
Horror Stories Syed Zeeshan Raza Zaidi

Where The Road Remembers

The night I first saw her, Karachi had folded in on itself. The city—usually a sprawling, restless mass of neon, horns, and heat—felt strangely hollow, as if someone had cupped it in both hands and gently dimmed the edges. I had been driving for Uber for six…
November 27, 2025
Fantasy Stories Sani Ibrahim

The Clockwork Sparrow

In a city of clanking pistons and hissing steam, where the sky was a permanent tapestry of grey smoke, Elara’s workshop was a sanctuary of intricate wonder. She was a tinkerer, an artist of gears and springs, and her greatest creation was a sparrow. Not a…
November 27, 2025
Flash Fiction Frank Talaber

303 Jen

Time’s recollections flitter like butterflies alighting from fields of sun-cast flowers as I stop before an apartment building staring as snapshots of a life like Kodak moments blur by, one after another. I’ve been here before. Two children and … good God! ……
November 27, 2025
Horror Stories Ben Macnair

A Boat Upon The Shore

The sea, they say, offers solace. A vast, indifferent expanse that swallows grief as readily as it does the sun. After Clara, its ceaseless roar became my only companion, the rhythm of its waves a balm to the ragged edges of my soul. I’d retreated to this…
November 27, 2025
Fantasy Stories Carolyn Brotherson

The Changing

Transforming into an animal was more painful than one could ever imagine. Perhaps that prospect is why Mother prohibited Éana from her Changing, a ceremony that all prospective druids in the Court of Flowers went through after their first year of training.…


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Once upon a time, in the vast expanse of the cosmos, there existed a wondrous realm known as Nebula Cloudia. It was a place where vibrant colors and shimmering lights danced in harmony, creating a celestial symphony that echoed through the universe.In Nebula Cloudia, the clouds were not made of water droplets, but of stardust and dreams. Each cloud was a masterpiece, painted with hues of magenta, azure, and gold. The nebula clouds were alive with joy, and they possessed the ability to communicate through radiant pulses of light.One day, a curious little cloud named Celestia decided to explore the far reaches of Nebula Cloudia. With her fluffy form aglow with excitement, she floated through the cosmic landscapes, encountering clouds of all shapes and sizes. They welcomed her with bursts of dazzling colors, forming a spectacular display that lit up the vastness of space.As Celestia continued her journey, she stumbled upon a cluster of clouds that were feeling a bit dull. These clouds, named Lumos and Radiant, had lost their sparkle and were casting shadows on the once-vibrant nebula. Determined to spread happiness, Celestia approached them with a warm glow."Hello, Lumos and Radiant! What's been dimming your radiance?" asked Celestia, her voice echoing in harmonious tones.Lumos sighed, "We've been feeling a bit down lately. The cosmic winds have blown away our enthusiasm, and our colors have faded."Radiant nodded in agreement, "It's like the joy of Nebula Cloudia has escaped us."Celestia smiled gently, "Fear not, dear friends! I bring the magic of joy and the warmth of friendship. Together, we can restore the brilliance of Nebula Cloudia."With that, Celestia intertwined her wisps with Lumos and Radiant, creating a mesmerizing blend of colors. Their combined glow illuminated the entire nebula, filling it with renewed energy and vitality. The once-dull clouds now pulsed with radiant hues, creating a breathtaking display that could be seen from galaxies far and wide.Nebula Cloudia had never looked more beautiful. The joy of Lumos, Radiant, and Celestia had transformed the entire realm into a celestial masterpiece. The cosmic winds carried the tale of their adventure, spreading happiness throughout the universe. From that day forward, Nebula Cloudia became a beacon of joy and inspiration, a testament to the magic that friendship and positivity could bring. The nebula clouds continued to dance in harmony, their vibrant colors telling the tale of Celestia, Lumos, and Radiant—a story of happiness that echoed across the cosmos for eternity.Do you think the Nebula Clouds looks like this ? https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/155536967
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