Read New Historical Fiction

November 15, 2018

Shelves: 2

All he can think of is him loving him back. All you can think of is if his lips feel the same as in your dreams. He could never fade away. Cover Credit to Photo by eberhard grossgasteiger from Pexels Cover photo will be uploaded soon. Read More

#death, #angst, #unrequited-love, #angst-with-an-angsty-ending, #have-fun-never

Diary of a Young Girl Continued

by Daniel Bull

November 13, 2018

Comments: 1

An alternate history story that focuses on what if Anne and Margot Frank survived Bergen-Belsen. This fictional account focuses on Anne and Margot on their recovery from Belsen and their road to a new life. Read More

#holocaust, #world-war-ii, #alternate-history, #anne-frank

Nart Sosriqwe

by Zaina El-Said

Essay / Historical Fiction

November 13, 2018

#mythology, #adige, #circassian, #nart, #adiga

The Demon Boy

Chapter 10

by SimianCity

November 10, 2018

Comments: 7

Shelves: 1

A poor, innocent orphan boy is forced into the care of his long lost uncle who lives in the sleepy, little village of Glenholm. Except the boy isn't as innocent as he pretends to be. And the little village is very much awake and stirring beneath its dopey appearance. Come… Read More

#fantasy, #horror, #thriller, #historical-fiction, #fantasy-elements

Never Forget

by SophieStandard

November 08, 2018

A short story based on a family of three. A husband, a wife, and a daughter. Mr. William Jackson has told his family he has just joined the army to fight in the war in the year 1914, His wife Anne and daughter June both protest against his decision but… Read More

#remembrance-day

A PUTT PAST PURGATORY EAST

Chapter 5

by Kenneth Wright

November 06, 2018

Comments: 5

Fed up with his dreary life in Japan, David is contemplating going back to the States. Then his friend gives him an absolutely crazy suggestion. Read More

#romance, #japan, #gaijin, #travel-in-japan, #japan-1970s

Children of Earth and Fire

Chapter 15

by Twitchycat

November 06, 2018

Shelves: 2

Arabella has resigned herself to the position of mother and wife, considering herself lucky to be in a much easier life than she had previously known. But there are clouds of war gathering from the North-West as King Ernulf, Prince Louis's half brother, begins to suspect him of eyeing the… Read More

#sex, #action, #historical-fiction, #assassins, #swordplay

When it is Over

November 03, 2018

Fifth of five short plays about the First World War. Not the usual stories about trench warfare, but more about the lives that were affected at home, and the change in society. Four monologues to remember those who died in the conflict. Read More

#remembrance, #first-world-war

Where Battles Lie

November 03, 2018

Fourth of five short plays about the First World War. Not the usual stories about trench warfare, but more about the lives that were affected at home, and the change in society. A man is accused of cowardice, but not everything is what it seems. Read More

#cowardice, #first-world-war, #conscientious-objector

What Honour Means

November 03, 2018

Third of five short plays about the First World War. Not the usual stories about trench warfare, but more about the lives that were affected at home, and the change in society. A young man returns home to visit his dying mother, but he cannot stay. Read More

#promises, #honour, #first-world-war, #prisoners-of-war, #campassionate-visit

It Was a Zeppelin I Tell You

November 03, 2018

Second of five short plays about the First World War. Not the usual stories about trench warfare, but more about the lives that were affected at home, and the change in society. A drunk man tries to convince a policeman that he has seen a Zeppelin over his town. Read More

#humour, #drunk, #zeppelin, #first-world-war

Just Not Cricket

November 03, 2018

First of five short plays about the First World War. Not the usual stories about trench warfare, but more about the lives that were affected at home, and the change in society. Two young women want to join a local bowls club. Will it be too much for the traditional… Read More

#remembrance, #zeppelin, #bowls, #first-world-war, #prisoners-of-war

Love in the Hidden World

Chapter 8

by Levys L.K.

October 31, 2018

Shelves: 1

Jodaan Korgan became king after his father died. His people disliked him and feared him and the reason was that a generation curse that had survived for four decades chose Jodaan. He was handsomely dangerous and powerful, every neighboring kingdom feared him. And then Loreina, the princess of Fezinoor kingdom… Read More

#love, #fantasy, #romance, #hope, #loyalty

Ungodly Fiends

by Joshua D. Webster

October 30, 2018

Comments: 1

Jedidiah Somerton is a wealthy oil tycoon along the coast of California, he arrives at the ranch of an aspiring young man who hopes Jedidiah will invest into his findings. But Jedidiah is a stubborn man, and more importantly; seems to know a lot more about the young man's family… Read More

#religion, #western, #oil, #historical, #wealth

Our Lord To Visit The Earth.

by johngumbs

October 28, 2018

Comments: 1

I don't know what got into me, but I just knocked up this quick story. Shows what the pen can do. Read More

#god, #spirit, #dust, #equator, #solar-system

Hitler's Iron Cross

Chapter 6

by 7bbte

October 27, 2018

Comments: 2

Shelves: 2

Wilhelm's life is crumbling around him. Born and raised in a prominent Nazi family, he swore to fight and die for the Fatherland. But Wilhelm has no idea what will happen now that the Allies have succeeded in capturing Berlin and ending WW2. While they might have ended the war,… Read More

#historical-fiction, #nazi, #young-adult, #ww2, #post-ww2

Clear Day.

by johngumbs

October 26, 2018

Comments: 1

Strolling across the countryside I never expected to come across a horse racing stadium. Read More

#sunshine, #country, #horse-racing

Variations on Unjust Times

Chapter 5

by Christian Filostrat

October 24, 2018

Shelves: 1

The United States romances Mobutu Sese Seko and gives him everything. He finds happiness in what he always calls the defining relationship of his life - until the Soviet Union relegates itself to the past and Washington’s affection turns to indifference followed by disapproval. This is the story of what… Read More

#china, #congo, #international-politics, #u.s.-state-department

Tales of Colonialism

by Christian Filostrat