
A Unicorn, a curse, and some magic
“Don’t be upset, Niku. Everything happens for a reason,” said Zara to cheer her friend up. “I’ve gotten used to their taunts, Zara. Magic-less creature!...3 min
“Don’t be upset, Niku. Everything happens for a reason,” said Zara to cheer her friend up. “I’ve gotten used to their taunts, Zara. Magic-less creature!...3 min
I remember when I first sang during my kindergarten days. “Soldier, Soldier will you marry me?” I played the role of a girl proposing a...9 min
The air was still and damp. The inky black sky was a velvety cloak enveloping the vast expanse of the woodland around the hills. It...9 min
The young woman travels by herself. However, there is a bittersweet element present as well. What is it? What happens throughout her journey?8 min
She gasped for breath. She screamed, but there was no one. She fought with it, pushed her legs and kicked her hands but failed miserably....9 min
“Breathe In and breathe out. Slowly. As the oxygen gushes down your system, feel the cool breeze enter through your nostrils and spread its magic...8 min
Four close friends were bored with the monotony of their careers and wanted to do something outside their domain expertise. They were encouraged by their...8 min
Where is Emanuela Orlandi?9 min
Swara's return to Satara in search of familial ties and closure leads her to unravel something sinister.9 min
Would the wonders never cease? How could she be expecting me? Are these people my local host—a part of my itinerary?9 min
Prompt: Base your story around any mysterious disappearance in History.9 min
Ling entered his room and pulled the blinds for the morning persimmon rays to stream through the cramped desk. It was a long coffee break,...8 min
Life hadn’t been kind to me . Gosh ! How long it will take me to heal? A devastating marriage and shattering divorce! Two years...3 min
I arrived hesitantly in the unfamiliar town. It spoke of pristine, deep valleys, crystal clear lakes and lush forests. Quite idyllic. I was en route...3 min
Why would Shraboni request a room change? It was just two days since college started, and they hardly knew each other. Tavishi was bemused...1 min
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There was a strange commotion in the school. Every one seemed agitated .The children were whispering even in Mr. Mathews’ class. He, their English teacher...5 min
“Nangeli!” Her mother called out to her ten year old daughter, emerging from her little thatched hut. “Amma, I am here!”, shouted Nangeli. The young...4 min
MYSTIFYING MATHEMATICS ‘If the...3 min
No Activity, let’s put a post. Can Rick and Sally be considered as Supernatural? Sonal’s Comment: ‘Ahem! You know your imaginary…’ You know who’, that...3 min
Charulata Panigrahi, with her eloquent and poignant presence, makes the Inn a little more green and a little more charming place for the Artoons. Her... 1 min
Nagamani Kuchimanchi has been a sagacious influence since she joined ArtoonsInn in 2017. With her roots extending deep into the arenas of pen, print, and... 1 min
He’s been here before. I’ve been here before. I recognize those eyes, flickering stop signs at anyone who steps within a few feet of him....3 min
Thorayur, a small village in Pollachi district. Although now well known for nefarious reasons, Pollachi is often known as the “Coconut Capital” of Tamilnadu. Thorayur...5 min
Wind was blowing callously and rain was pouring heavily making visibility poor. Amidst this as Thannapa lifted his eyes up to the sky, he saw...2 min
Rajiv and Meera were truly a modern-day couple. They actually believed in the ideals of marriage like respect, equal compromise, sharing of burden. In a...2 min
That evening Parth was a little more buoyant. A couple of more large ones would have made him measure the floor. He and his colleagues...2 min
They had named her Anuya, born to Anup and Priya. The had prayed for having her for a long time of 14 years. Anup and...2 min