by TheHana
Después de tres años de matrimonio, Wendy Stewart estaba acostumbrada a los comentarios sarcásticos de Michael Lucas, sus amenazas frecuentes sobre el divorcio e incluso su indulgencia con una amante. Pensó que podría soportar todo esto toda su vida, hasta que accidentalmente quedó embarazada de un niño que Michael no quería. Finalmente desesperada, Wendy firmó el acuerdo de divorcio y se fue. Pensó que podrían haberse separado para siempre, pero Michael se negó a dejar de buscarla después del d…
by thisworldofmine1
Even before the apocalypse, Shui Yu's family and life were falling apart. So when he went back to the time when he was born, he tried hard to prepare and teach his siblings so that they would not be separated in this lifetime. But even though he was very OP(too OP in fact), troubles came his way. He just wanted to get rid of boredom and travel the world... but who's that mad scientist chasing him?Shui Yu: Why're you chasing me?Mad Scientist: You're my past life's lover!Shui Yu: Bullsh*t! I don't…
by Wateristubeg
In an apocalyptic world where resources are limited and only the rich gets to survive, money is not a want; It's a need.Terrence Ardwil is a man who has been loyal to the government his entire life. He is part of the "Mission for Life" unit— a unit created to lessen the human's total population in the hope of making humanity survive even longer.He was already satisfied with how he lived until an incident happened that resulted in his unfortunate death. When he thought he had died, he suddenly fe…
by Leon_Life_or_Death
My name is Arlo Templeton. Just a guy trying to live a life where I can forget my past.In a world where mages wield magic to showcase their power and advanced technology commands Cybers robots, hovering cars, and Ray Guns to reign supreme, I am an outsider. It feels like I’ve stopped moving forward while time relentlessly marches on.Hope is a word that can propel us forward or leave us lying down. But in this chaos, hope alone cannot grant someone peace. We need something greater to confront our…
by DyaAran
Fate or accident? I don't know what it was. It played a cruel trick in my life and one day, I was not living anymore.I died! I got transmigrated into my favourite novel, ‘Romance, Please’!(Ok, I agree that it's not a good title but still, I used to love this story.)In the book universe, I pretended to be a princess, started to live in the palace, and even got my very own platinum tiara. I lived much better than in my previous life. But I had to pay the price...The book I loved the most wanted me…
by Heavena
Selene's path leads her to interact with mysterious humans and vampires. At the age of 23, she gets transformed into a vampire. Further, her journey takes a U-turn, when she meets a witch and becomes one of them. A crystal bracelet takes her to the parallel world. She travels back and forth towards both worlds. In the meantime, Blight rain affects people with hallucinations and paranormal activities. Will Selene find a cure? Before the Blight rain comes to an end, she gets to know about mass mur…
by timick
Once upon a time, there was a boy named Tai Thumb. He's a Thumbling. His life was not the best, in fact, right now he might even starve to death. Despite that, he still took joy in the little things in life and even hung out with his friends quite a bit.Life was not easy, but he was always able to withstand it. Until one day, he couldn't.
by Alexialasthope
Abidemi had always felt like an outsider the moment her mother died. Sure, she had a best friend and little brother but it never erased the feeling that she didn't belong to the Kingdom Of Valtis.So she decided to leave Valtis for Elov. What awaits her?
by JWolfe
Foretold across the aeons of ages was the Virescent Dusk, an omen scribed upon the Ostracon of Dreams. The Glim One, doom of man and all his kinglands would draw nigh during the dying age.It was sworn and promised by the Sleeping-Sage.Caught within the maelstrom of the ancient divination is a 27-year-old free-sword. Alasdair Wuldric, a sardonic man with a sharpened blade, a bloodied past and a ruined heart. The threads of fate weave and tangle before his eyes of silver and pearl, conjuring befor…
by Shadowalker_9907
Are folklores really just some stories meant to scare and entertain children or is there some truth behind them?
by RavenShadow
The African Folklore Collection invites readers on an exciting journey through the landscapes and cultures of Africa, revealing fascinating stories and timeless wisdom. This anthology brings together stories from different regions and celebrates a rich oral tradition passed down from generation to generation. From drum corps warfare to vast savannahs and lush forests, the stories in this epic showcase the rich and diverse cultures that make up the African continent. Readers will encounter fairy …
by Homuri
"Hey? have you heard? has anyone ever told you of that urban legend? I heard that if you ever try to harm someone at the valley of Necrofalls. a teen-aged girl accompanied by a black giant and a ram will spirit you away, as your screams echo throughout the valley..." the ram read out from a news papers rumor/gossip section."What the heck? I was just passing by that one time and now it's an urban legend? again? I mean, the hell am I supposed to do when that creep tried to assault that lady?!" cam…
by Tyrone_Lucas
The folklores of Philippine Myths, Legends, and Superstitions. What are in their belief? What are the context of their belief? What are the truth and Lies? The punishments and blessings for forfeiting/accepting their superstitions by their saying are Major but what are really the scientific explanations? Can superstition outcome science in this myths and legends? Is their any witnesses of Their Myths and Legends? We are About to find out!
by aris262
In the mystical realm of Alaa, where magic and sword rule supreme, a poignant tale unfolds. Our protagonist, the MC, reincarnated with memories of a past life, navigates the complexities of power, destiny, and the relentless pursuit of protecting the ones he holds dear.Born anew in the vibrant Red Forest, the MC discovers a unique skill—"Devour." This power, intertwined with his monstrous form, becomes both a weapon and a catalyst for evolution. As the MC delves into the intricacies of his newfo…
by JasmineFaith
A story based on the folklore passed down through generation by word of mouth. In one of the Philippine folklores, there are deities and spirits called Diwata or Encanto. They are said to be guardian spirits of nature who can invoke both blessings and curses.In the provincial areas of Cebu, the older generation would say that before modern times these mystical creatures had beautiful dresses, elegant tableware, and fantastical jewelry.And the wonderful thing was that locals could borrow these fo…
by EldurJaalind
Disclaimer!: This has nothing to do with the main universe and is just a collection of short stories I came up with.Folklore reborn is, in essence, my own way of making folk stories. A lot of them are likely to have either dark undertones or literal dark themes. This is part of the Short Stories Now universe.
by Aisha_Saeed_Bello
Forgotten Nigerian folklore