Mystery

The Orphans in the Woods
Rohan was 9 and his sister Gertrude was 7 when they lost their parents. The year was 1970 when the tragedy happened and the siblings became orphans on the run. They had been living in Branchville, New Jersey in a lovely 3-bedroom house with their parents - Stefan and Gretchen Hamberg. They were a happy family. Everything seemed just right. Stefan had a good job as a trucker. Gretchen took care of the home and children. Rohan and Gertrude rode the bus to school Monday through Friday. On Sundays, Stefan was always home for morning church and evening dinner. Life was good. Until the dreadful August day. It was the last date that Rohan would remember for any significant reason. August 18th, 1970. That was the day when Stefan and Gretchen were murdered.
By Shanon Angermeyer Normanabout a year ago in Chapters
Incredibooks: Pretty Monster
When your bookworm of a best friend drops a second novel about an unhinged stalker in your hands you have no choice but to read it for your own interest. This story titled “Pretty Monster” by author Sheridan Anne was an absolutely twisted thrill ride of stalking, obsession, seduction and deception.
By Joe Pattersonabout a year ago in Chapters
GRAVITY OF ALANA. AI-Generated.
CHAPTER ONE I jolted awake to the blaring sound of my alarm, my body protesting as if I’d only just closed my eyes. Blinking against the faint morning light, I took in the familiar yet still strange surroundings. This place didn’t quite feel like home yet. Groaning, I buried my head under the pillow, clinging to the last scraps of sleep. After a few moments, I forced myself to sit up, rubbing the haze from my eyes, and dragged my feet across the cool wooden floor toward the bathroom.
By Susan Mwangi607about a year ago in Chapters
Glass Winter | Ch. I
Sevt knew of the white bear pursuing him for two sleeps now. However long before that it had noticed him, he could not say. Not much else moved here in a place so barren.
By Andrei Babaninabout a year ago in Chapters
Ch # 10 - From Ashes to Ascendancy
At this moment, Jordan also joined the crowd in laughing and picked up a glass of wine before walking towards Hailey. “Hailey, congratulations, you can finally start looking for a man who’s compatible with you.”
By Ryan Grimabout a year ago in Chapters
Ch # 9 - From Ashes to Ascendancy
Ryan already knew Jordan’s employee number. He only needed to enter the employee number into the app to check the takeout orders that Jordan had recently delivered.
By Ryan Grimabout a year ago in Chapters
Crow & Raven
Daybreak came. It arrived with no empty promises of spring warmth, only the winds off the ocean. They were warmer than the fronts that sometimes came from the Northwest, but that was only so much better; ice vs ice water. The ocean brought a damp cold. It hits you up front, sinks its salty teeth and cuts down to the bone. It can get through just about anything.
By Adebisiabout a year ago in Chapters
AI in 2125: Friend, Foe, or Futuristic Fantasy?
Let’s travel into the year 2125. Shut your eyes for a moment and imagine a world in which AI has so interwoven itself into human existence that it is tough to tell where humanity stops and machines start. Sound fascinating? Terrifying? Maybe a little bit of both. Well, buckle up because we’re about to explore what AI might look like 100 years from now and how it could transform-or replace-us in unimaginable ways.
By Prasath Sabout a year ago in Chapters
Crow & Raven
Mid-winter before dawn, when the warmth of summer is furthest away. The north is desolate. The forests are cleared as the animals are down for their long sleep. The skies are clear. The
By Adebisiabout a year ago in Chapters
WHISPER OF THE FORGOTTEN GARDEN
Chapter 1: The Letter Lily Parker was never one for surprises, but her 25th birthday came with a twist she could not have foreseen. The day had begun like any other—morning coffee, work emails, and the dull hum of the city outside her window. By evening, she was seated on her worn sofa, unwrapping a modest gift from her best friend. A simple silver necklace with a charm shaped like a leaf—a thoughtful gesture that warmed her heart.
By Alex Import Hubabout a year ago in Chapters
Ch # 8 - From Ashes to Ascendancy
Jordan stared at Hailey’s beautiful side profile, but he felt she was hideous! “Hah, you cheated on me first, but you accuse me of cheating on you instead. Now, you even want to slap me? You’re such a good wife. I’ve married a rare gem!”
By Ryan Grimabout a year ago in Chapters
Ch # 7 - From Ashes to Ascendancy
“Damn it!” Jordan realized it was a trap laid by the Camdens to lure him over. Ryan walked straight towards Jordan and hollered at him.
By Ryan Grimabout a year ago in Chapters