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Imagine you found out that the child you are raising is not yours, what would you do? Read More
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Henry went down to the water. It was cold. He stood on the shore and looked in all directions, but he did not see little Etelka anywhere. This is the first time in many years that she has not come to him. It was still dark, and he had a… Read More
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All desires come true one day, and you have to be careful what you wish for. Because it may turn out that not necessary at all. Read More
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It was three o clock at night. Me & Jimin finally reached the warehouse where the enemy was captured. You must be wondering who we are & what we’re doing out at such a late hour. Well, I’m Yunseo & I’m a mafia leader, and I lead our group of… Read More
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Last month I from work late evening was going home. As I turned a corner, a passing stranger palmed me a set of keys.. I was frightened and thought he was insane. Suddenly my feet touched something. I looked down and saw a brown notebook. The man must have dropped… Read More
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Michael because you’ve repeatedly told everyone who would listen , you are such a bad man that you can go bear hunting armed with a condom and a jar of Vaseline . For this phase of your sentence . We will put your trash talk to the test. The court… Read More
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April 16, 2021

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An unspeakable wrong that must be corrected ! Read More
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March 28, 2021

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What happens when your life is confined to a painful love? What happens when all you know of love is pain? This is a story of two people in a hurtful relationship but still in love. One is hurt, the other is inflicting more pain. *Viewer Discretion is advised. Story… Read More
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March 28, 2021

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A mysterious women. A dark forest. A sinister plot. A bad combination. Who is to blame for what happened that one fateful night? *Viewer Discretion is advised. Story contains mentions of suicide, violence and murder.* Read More
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Tidal deception is a captivating story about a couple, WILLIAMS AND TRACIE who had different ideas of what a happy home should consist of. At first Tracie was happy in her marriage but on the other hand, Williams wanted them to expand their family, which made him quite desperate for… Read More
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Living in a state prison in the U.S. city of Detroit is no fun. At a time of epidemic that is restricting the whole world right now, conditions are even more difficult and prisoners are under pressure. In Košice, another bankrupt financier manages to change his identity and enter an… Read More
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She heard a few screams from below—they probably belonged to horrified citizens upon discovering his body—and turned away. What a shame that such a lovely night had to be ruined by this. Read More
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March 15, 2021

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I started out this story thinking it was going to be a murder mystery. Things don't always go as expected. Read More
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MURDER WEAPON WAS SIMPLE. OR WAS IT? NOBODY WOULD HAVE THOUGHT ABOUT IT ! AN INTRICATE INVESTIGATION FOR THE FAMED DETECTIVE INSPECTOR! Read More
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Welcome To The Underground Students, the story began right away at! All University are about to open the semester of the year with all students Registration incredentials,and acceptance fee. Every Families are bringing there Children's for the School Admission. And all Children are required to Score 6 credit, in each… Read More
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Considering everything involved, it was a rather odd scenario for a murder. Read More
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March 02, 2021

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My 1st place entry to the 2021 Rory Gallagher Crime fiction contest. (An homage to Raymond Chandler but with a twist.) Read More
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February 28, 2021

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My first kill. Read More
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February 27, 2021

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This story is about what happens when a boy is blamed for the murder of his best friend. ~The characters and any incidents in this story are purely fiction. Any similarity with any person, living or dead, is purely coincidental. ~The content is COPYRIGHTED. ~The story is PURELY for ENTERTAINMENT… Read More
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February 21, 2021

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The stranger clicked his tongue and (thankfully) shoved the gun into his pocket. “Aren’t you tired?” “Of?” “Being the victim.” “I—I mean it’s not like I can do much about that…” Read More
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February 17, 2021

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This story is about what happens when a woman, her best friend and her ex-classmate are in the middle of an interview and the gas from a nearby petrochemical plant leaks. Hope you like it :)) ~The characters and any incidents in this story are purely fiction. Any similarity with… Read More
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This is the 2nd half in this 2-part story. It would be best to read "Something Dangerously Special" first, then read this. Both stories are about 2,000 word combined. This day had not been "Something Dangerously Special for Cosset," as Rodney had hoped. But it was dangerous. Read More
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February 14, 2021

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They say to write what you know, but this flash fiction tells why that might not always work. Read More
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February 14, 2021

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In a world where everyone hides a dark secret behind closed door of our heart, you don't know which door will open to a dark end. (I am writing after a long hiatus) Read More
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Sequel to 2017 story Digital Bedlam https://www.booksie.com/531072-digital-bedlam Read More
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Twists and turns may bend my mind, but darkness and murder break it. Read More
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February 13, 2021

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Rachel works hard as a mother of the only child. And it's hard for her to be at home with Becky all the time. So she decided to find someone who will help her with that. Read More
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February 13, 2021

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My 3rd place entry for the Rory Gallagher Crime Fiction contest Read More
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February 13, 2021

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Jack Donovan encounters a client who thinks he is being gaslighted. Or is he? What is really going on? And what does this have to do with Jack's wife, Kate. Read More
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February 11, 2021

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“You don’t have anything to hide, do you?” Everything. I have everything to hide. Everything to hide, and everything to lose. Read More
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February 05, 2021

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Charlie Toombes wants to prove that she's more than a rich girl and solve some crimes of her own. A short story version of my flash fiction work "When Normal Becomes Odd." Please be warned, this is graphic and goes over various details of true Jack the Ripper cases. Read More
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A high profile figure is abducted in the wee hours of the morning. Is this a death waiting to happen or something else? I'm afraid that the Man-in-Gray is the only one who knows for sure, and he's not saying. Read More
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February 02, 2021

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Hope you like this short story, its only 779 words long so not too long, but very captivating! Read More
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February 01, 2021

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Four strangers, survivors of a nuclear fallout, find themselves stranded in a ghost town out west, turning against one stranger who has been accused of breaking a door. I have not spellchecked yet. Please let me know if there is a blatant error. Photos (c) Unsplash and Pexels Read More
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WARNING: This is a pretty graphic murder story, not for kids or tender hearts. Read More
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January 28, 2021

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Who would have thought such a grave and foul act of murder could occur at the prestigious Dignity Retirement Village and Assisted Living Centre... Read More
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January 22, 2021

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A war widow wrestles with grief, fear, and revenge. Read More
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The cursed New York (This story isn’t based in reality) Author: Habil Yashar Translator: Sevil Gulten Read More
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January 14, 2021

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Read up to take a dive into a romantic story that takes not so romantic turns. Read More
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