The Infinite Tryst of the Twain
Ling entered his room and pulled the blinds for the morning persimmon rays to stream through the cramped desk. It was a...
15 min read1 comment
- 12stories
- 9events entered
- 1comment received
- 2022member since
- Watchers' Pick1 story picked by the Watchers
- Event regularEntered 5 monthly events or more
All stories
The Fat Man
On the top floor of the high-rise; in the dimly lit corner room, the shadows lurked around, murmured and sighed in exasperation....
3 min read
A Gift of Gratitude
The pit was dark, the noose of the rope tightened around his neck, he was being sucked into the quicksand. The vibration...
6 min read
The Buried Truth
“It is true I was created in you. It is also true That you were created for me.” Maya Angelou Death entered...
3 min read
A Small Wish
“What’s up mom?” Tana smiled and looked at her. She smiled and responded, “I’ve just finished my evening prayers.” “Good, let’s prepare...
7 min read
The Roused Prodigal
The old man woke up with a start. He looked around groggily and squinted as his eyes settled on the cloudy sky...
11 min read
Freedom at Dawn
Achebe looked lovingly at the only ray of light in her life, Lesedi, who kicked with her tiny legs on Achebe’s bosom....
12 min read
Unscripted
The lovely evening breeze swept across her face as Mita craned her head outside the car window. She always enjoyed this ride...
3 min read
The Valedictory
"Oh death!! You win, I lose. I bow to you." My grieving heart couldn't accept the unbearable news. I was introspecting over...
3 min read
A Simple Life
It was Springtime, a sunny, Sunday morning, Amma as usual was busy with her daily household chores, be it rain or sunshine,...
5 min read
The last hug
The garlanded photo of my aunt's face; reflected the same arrogance and ego of her prime. My mind raced, amidst the background...
3 min read
One Night Stand Off
It was a hectic day, I reminisced as I walked down the narrow, deserted lane. Tired, I dragged myself to the main...
5 min read