Contemplative Stories

ONE BOY. Cole Prescott wasn't one for change. Day by day, he led the same, monotonous routine. He thought he had all he needed in life. Yet, he seemed to want something...

Maxim Moskvin, the newly elected General Secretary of the Red Line, makes his inaugural address. A short story in the world of Dmitry Glukhovsky's Metro 2033.

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A Poem when you are unsure of who you are or do not recognize yourself

"A Reckoning of Illumination" is a poem that explores themes of spirituality, enlightenment, and the interconnectedness of humanity with the natural world. The...

A place for my ~usually pessimistic~ thoughts and poems. If you find your way here, constructive criticism is always welcome.

Embark on a poignant journey through the verses of a heart that learned to beat in the shadow of unrequited love. This evocative poem weaves a tapestry of emotional vuln...

The story of one man's coping with the pandemic lockdown of 2021.

For one to remain far ahead of the pack in photography, it is essential to keep on top of the most recent developments constantly. As technology advances, new trends and...

A collection of prose from my notes over the years, subjects ranging from philosophy, love, mental health and more.

Ever since being a parent percy had been hit with a lot of curveballs, but this one hurts a lot more than expected.

Sometimes I feel like I lose my mind thirty-six times a day. How is it possible to feel so fulfilled in one moment And in the next not be sure of a thing that I say?

Depression. A dark past. Sixteen years of torment. You won't want to miss a chapter.

In a world marred by tragedy and deception, a woman's life takes an unexpected turn when her mother and brother are found dead under suspicious circumstances. As she gra...

Follow a young woman travelling a desolate landscape as she walks without stopping in a world almost devoid of color.

A compilation of poems with no connection whatsoever. Cover art credit: unknown

Contemplative short story... The symbolism can be anything you wanted to be. Norma adored her life and content living inside the white picket fence. That is until a youn...

"Temporal Sofa" weaves a tale of introspection and transformation. The story follows protagonist Evan, a self-centered individual who is suddenly confronted wi...

Enclosed within this book are emotions and thoughts which many human can relate to, as everyone goes through them at some point in their life. Written by Dolly

Separation Anxiety