This sudden fiction piece originated from a writing exercise I did a while back. The exercise was to write a story using six words. Back in the 1920s, Ernest Hemingway was challenged to write a story using only six words. His story? He wrote, "For sale: baby shoes, never worn." Some claim that Hemmingway started six-word fiction and there are web sites available now to read such. In my exercise, I wrote several six-word stories. Once I finished part one of the exercise, part two was to expand the six words by writing for 15 minutes on the same subject. What was my six-word story? The one I chose to expand was, "The assassin said, 'Farewell, my friend.'" I expanded it for the exercise and my friends told me it was an exciting story. This brings us to this revision of Death Spiral. I hope you enjoy it.
Love-Tub Dating App" is a modern romantic tale that weaves together the lives of four individuals—Mitul, Sreeja, Siddharth, and Nalini—who seek love and companionship through a popular dating app. Amidst societal pressures, personal insecurities, and unexpected revelations, their intertwined stories explore themes of self-acceptance, the complexities of relationships, and the pursuit of genuine connection. The narrative culminates in a heartwarming resolution, revealing that true love often emerges in the most surprising ways.
After the stroke of midnight, is a short story. An excerpt from a book called "Collect Call, " available wherever books are sold.
Amidst the heat of Kolkata, a spontaneous trip to Darjeeling leads Arghya and his friends into an unexpected ordeal. Upon arrival, Arghya discovers his bank account mysteriously drained, prompting an investigation. Inspector Bagchi uncovers a SIM swap and Wi-Fi hacking scheme by a deceitful caretaker, ultimately restoring peace. Relieved, Arghya enjoys the serene beauty of Darjeeling once more.
In the heart of a bustling city, Clare's life takes a dark turn when she steps into a room shrouded in darkness, only to find her parents entangled in a violent struggle. As a police officer, Clare is no stranger to domestic disputes, but this time, it's personal. With her father's life hanging by a thread and her mother driven to madness, Clare must navigate the aftermath of a tragic night that shatters her world. Amidst the chaos, her childhood friend Butch becomes her anchor, offering unwavering support and a glimmer of hope. As Clare battles her inner demons and faces the grueling trial of her mother, she finds solace in Butch's love and begins to heal. "Shattered Symphony" is a tale of tragedy, resilience, and unexpected love, where Clare emerges from the darkness to find peace and strength in the most unlikely of places.
A group of students decided to check out an old mansion in a run-down neighbourhood. They were horrified to find out what was inside...
In the quiet town of Goldmoor, Detective Jonah Blackwood is summoned to investigate a peculiar death at the opulent Willoughby Manor. Mrs. Agnes Willoughby, an enigmatic widow and avid collector, is found dead in her study, her life snatched by a poison laced in a glass of wine. As Blackwood steps into the mansion’s shadowed corridors, he’s met with a haunting clue—a grand clock frozen at 2:15, its silence heavy with secrets. Suspicions fall on Edward, the penniless nephew with everything to gain, but Mrs. Willoughby, clever even in death, has left a final message—a whisper only Blackwood can unravel.
Four students vanish during a sunrise drive to Malta’s picturesque Popeye Village. Their car is found torched on an isolated road, turning the quiet island into the epicenter of a chilling mystery. For Hanna Myers, the disappearance of her daughter Sophie shatters her world. Together with her partner, Rob Sharp—a semi-retired detective working on high-profile cases in Malta—harsh truths come to light. Kasa, a recruiter for international students studying in Malta, harbors a connection that links the crime to a shadowy force capable of unleashing unspeakable violence. As time runs out, the search for the missing students becomes a race against an unseen enemy. Betrayal lurks in every corner, and the line between ally and adversary blurs. In a world where power silences justice and desperation knows no bounds, The Language Student will keep you questioning everyone—and everything—until the final, heart-stopping twist.
