
Portrait Of Passion
A reminiscence inspired by a train trip and kindled further by a recent hurricane! 1 min
A reminiscence inspired by a train trip and kindled further by a recent hurricane! 1 min
"You are the queen of my palace, Swati!" You announced with much pomp and show the day you brought me here. You knew that was...4 min
A scene in a New York subway 1 min
How would you react if you encountered a stanger indulging in covert sexual abuse at a public transport? Read on to discover a story based... 1 min
Love doesn't need to be vocal. It can just be felt. 1 min
Oblivious to admiring glances, I boarded the bus and took my usual spot by the window. A fellow commuter hugged me; he didn’t appear... 1 min
An overwhelming crowd pushed me inside the train as usual. Soon I became aware of a young boy who started appreciating my ‘killer’ eyes. I... 1 min
Young Love. Foolish Dreams. Hopeless Hope. 1 min
Tubsy looked on dejectedly out of the window of the moving bus. Setting out on this journey was inevitable after waiting futilely for weeks for... 1 min
I stepped into the lady’s compartment of the 7.09 Virar-Churchgate local on the first morning of my work. In Mumbai they say that if you... 1 min
A spray of perfume and a dash of my favorite Wild Red lipstick and I felt confident enough to kidnap even the President.9 min
To the universe, I belong. Nature is me, and I am Nature. Break open the earth, break open the sky, part the winds, and part...10 min
I awoke from deep sleep and glanced at the huge trees, the thick green canopy, that towered over me. As I struggled to my feet,...3 min
Barbaric practices are man-made and not God’s wish3 min
“I give you the lyrical grace and beauty of Bharatanatyam,” Lord Nataraja said to Sage Bharatha. “Teach humankind how to worship me through this divine...3 min
The Dani tribe of Papua, Guinea believe sacrificing women's fingers will help deal with the loss of a loved one. Will there ever be anyone...3 min
The sun was about to set. It looked like someone had painted the sky, starting with bright colors at the bottom, and finishing with dark...2 min
What can stop a mother from getting justice for her child?1 min
A huge mass of people – his followers – had gathered to pay their last respects. Some sobbed; some screamed in grief; while some coughed...2 min
By Mithila Peshwe1 min
An angelic smile and a demonic aura, a soft expression and an evil intention, a lady wrapped in rage and fuelled by vengeance, a lady...2 min
A pleasant rainy evening turned into something else when old memories came rushing back...1 min
“One last question. I understand that you’re originally from Korea. So can you tell us more about your nom de plume, Izzy Gold? How did...1 min
Guru Devananda addresses his devotees, but is there a hidden agenda?2 min
It was that high summer day in August when I had left the classroom to stop by the water cooler. My eyes had wandered to...1 min
The Kismet Story He opened his office every morning at ten. The office was a quaint place with a nameplate fixed at the entrance. It...1 min
“Twenty is not an age to die”, coming out of inferno, she mused, as she watched the lifeless body rolled to one side of the...2 min
Do we make it or does it break us?2 min
Eva and Sheldon are set out to explore the underwater world on a mission to save the oceans when they chance upon a mystical underwater...2 min
How to Write a Clichéd Literary Fiction–A Quick Manual Kill mommy. Kill Daddy. Dead parents are always a good source of entertainment. Throw in a...1 min
“Get lost!… Beggar in saffron dress… you won’t get a penny here!” Ketan yelled just after opening the door. The lady in the saffron saree...2 min
PietyPieces:…u sure of dis? MaxWins: Yeah! It’s no biggie. Everyone does it.? PietyPieces: Maybe… lemme think abt it… MaxWins: Sure, no pressure. You are worth...2 min
I padded into the kitchen with a listless yawn and looked up at the whiteboard. Under the boldly printed word MENU there were two options...2 min
When the volcano of retribution erupts.....2 min
Understanding the many layers of deceit and betrayal...10 min
The love story of Binita and Ayushman comes to a dead end. What happened? What did the Red Dragon Mask have to do with it...7 min
“These lush beautiful green valleys dense with tea plantations will mesmerise you. The spectacular majestic mountains with the sunrise at the backdrop can heal an...8 min
Even in the dim light reflecting from its surface, it gave the illusion of harboring hidden sparks deep within.9 min
Memories got erased from her life like some stains from fabric.9 min
The man-animal-nature nexus gets increasingly dangerous and entangled, nourished by human greed and the battle of survival.6 min
Pia embarks on a solo trip to Japan and stumbles upon a sovenir shop. Her purchase at the shop changes her life. Read on to...6 min
Prologue The colossal obelisks and pillars behind him cast tall moonlit shadows reaching beyond the vast premises. Shuffling through the shimmering, silver expanse of the...8 min
A lady walks into a shop and she re connects with her past and looks at her future with a fresh perspective....6 min
How does the famous Hollywood actress Isadora get over the artiste's block?8 min
I could not take my eyes off her stunning face… her long flowing hair, her hourglass figure, the graceful dancer’s pose with her lacy gown...7 min
At blue hour, a sharp and bold whistle echoed in the lush and verdant thickets near Mathura. Coach D10 of the Taj Express however was...4 min
Willow Grove November, 1980 First, there were the letters. No identification, no stamp. The content inside was a single sheet of stark white paper and...4 min
Love is quite a befuddling experience, much like a game of blindfolded hide and seek with an errant map and some vigorous spinning to add...2 min
I loved the way he gazed at me from every angle, an ardent smile in his eyes as he cupped my face, surrounding it with...1 min
I sighed blissfully. I could get used to this. The silence, the cosiness- the utter lack of distractions. For a second I drifted to the...2 min
Will this love ever see light?1 min
“These blood-sucking monsters…” A woman mutters under her breath as I step into my new abode along with the man who brings me in. She...2 min
What happens when a mute witness speaks of what happens behind closed doors?1 min
A frisson ran through my body as I was chosen amongst a few more brethren to be taken home by a handsome man on new...1 min
“You’re weak because you’re smaller than me!” My neighbour shrieked gleefully. He had been gloating ever since the wobble began. Irritating chap! Today he started...2 min
Who would have thought that some day, I would have to come and write a testimony of my existence to the world? I am so...1 min
Suddenly it dawns upon me. He has killed many of my ilk before, in similar, sinister pattern. He is a habitual serial killer.1 min
“Good morning class” Grrrr…Grrrr…Grrr… D: Hey you, what do you think you are doing? P: Don’t you scream at me, it’s the boy. I am...2 min
I am an adventurer who, like the bold space explorers of sci-fi, has boldly gone where no one has gone before.1 min
The hallways and chambers of the ancestral mansion are bathed in an orange sheen cast by the setting sun. Soon, it will be awash...1 min
‘Damn!’ ‘I don’t want to do it anymore!’ ’ I am a loser! ‘ The Buddha stared at him, a smile on its...1 min
An introvert, a chirpy chick and a cafeteria. Could anything go wrong?3 min
How did a chance encounter change the lives of a mother and her children?3 min
The heart transcends barriers but the journey of love has many obstacles. Sometimes love learns to live with just precious memories and hope.3 min
Tiara woke up to a bright, pleasant, spring day. The clock struck six and she smiled on her ability to be up before the alarm...3 min
"And so are BP and glucose figures. You have no right to raise my levels, sitting there, looking so handsome."3 min
Georgyiv was travelling to the North Pole, oh he was off to meet Santa and the elves and gnomes,swish swish, the sleigh cut the snow,...2 min
“This is your last chance. You can still back out.” James shook my hands in farewell, but held on, reluctant to leave. The advice was...8 min
Little Gauri stirred up to the sound of mellifluous strains of ektara ( a musical instrument with a single string). Mesmerized by the soulful music...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
Chapter 1 She lived in a beautiful far off land, the boundaries of which didn't even remotely touch the Earth. Where unconditional love bloomed, where...8 min
Hope turns to despair as war claims its unsuspecting victims, changing their lives for ever. But war was never fair.8 min
A woodcutter who doesn't believe in magic and is off to cut tree in a forest. Read on what happens when he decides to cut...3 min
When a child's faith in magic wanes, magic comes calling!3 min
No, there's no magic! Just sad, old, fat, ugly me! Until magic happened3 min
Present Day The...8 min
#unik #unik13 #ItsMagic #MagicRealism #Awakening3 min
The quaint streets of Olde Mageia were fringed by an assortment of shops. The Teaware Store, which was shaped like a huge teapot, stood in...3 min
Why do you insist being born again? People have forgotten you” Dharmaraj insisted. “ That’s why ! I want to remind them of our legacy...1 min
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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
A young woman, ostracized by all. Will she find a safe haven behind the gates?9 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
A Sand-Kissed Symphony 12 December, 2015 In the 28 summers that I’ve walked this planet, I’ve taken more wrong turns than right! Found greater verve...10 min
A tale of every woman suffering abuse... A tale of two women who weathered it one day...9 min
Rambo, a multifaceted man, has an interesting encounter with a girl called Mary. Rambo is not only drawn to this stranger but also to her...9 min
James Bond fan fiction9 min
I stood alone as an island while the crowd weaved in and out around me. Sweat pooled in my underarms and crept down my skin,...9 min
He clutched the idol of the Goddess tightly to his chest. “Chann, Chann!” Did he hear her anklets tinkling again? It was pitch dark, the...7 min
The Prodigal Son Abhinav Mathur lay groggily in a hospital bed and stared blankly as the nurse inserted the IV. “Where am I?” He tried...7 min
Change - just a six-letter word, but the toughest thing to do. Whether in attitude, habits, form, or society, it requires determination, perseverance, and patience.7 min
Bring me a Daisy Bring me a Lily I shall make your gloomy day Bloody bright and jolly ~ Anonymous *** “GARDENER WANTED –...7 min
Engulfed by darkness, he turned to the only door that was open to him!8 min
The thundering hoof beats retreated as the carriage clattered down the pebble strewn path through the forest. Her eyes felt leaden and her head pounded...9 min
The air was damp and suffocating, pressing against her body. The terror of being paralyzed coursed through her veins. The beady dark eyes set in...9 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
Matangi turned on the tap of the wash basin in her toilet. As the water gushed out, she drew a deep breath and picked up...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
33 right swipes and then I found her. The one for me. It’s a match the app said. It’s always me versus the technology, but...3 min
I stared at the white icicles which drooped down in multitudes creating a chalky wonder of sorts all around me. Nature was at its alluring...6 min
It was the first of its kind – a case with a history of minor bickerings which had now catapulted into a war. We...9 min