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. Bales of paper;...2 min
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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 of the cell...3 min
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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 suddenly and calmly...2 min
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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 dinner, come help...4 min
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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 above. A droplet...6 min
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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. Lesedi wailed...7 min
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Unscripted
The lovely evening breeze swept across her face as Mita craned her head outside the car window. She always enjoyed this ride from home to...2 min
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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 the inexorable reality...1 min
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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, the old lady...3 min
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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 of the Shradh...1 min
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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 road; connecting the...3 min
