He was used to the cold, so the weather in Obresh was warmer than he cared for. He would strut around half naked, often only wearing a belt and loincloth, or just pants. His chest was always on full display, showing off the dark tattoos that...
2020-04-24 21:00:01 +0000 UTC View Post
Not long after the storm ends, my best friend comes to pick me up at the ranger’s station. She knew I went on the trip, but when she saw my ex at a caf...
2020-04-24 19:01:01 +0000 UTC View Post“He’s different, if it helps,” Asha replies, sitting down on the bed. “He doesn’t look like a doctor either, so maybe that’ll help even more. Come, now.” She wipes away your tears. “Don’t be afraid. I’ll stay with you, promise....
2020-04-23 21:00:02 +0000 UTC View Post
Ever since I was little, animals have always hated me. I’m not sure if it’s something I do, or a smell I give off, but animals can’t stand me. Part...
2020-04-23 19:01:00 +0000 UTC View PostI try to ignore his face, it bothers me. “Volkhard asked you to come here. Do you know why?”
“I owe him a bit,” he titters with anxiety. “I know that! Ha!” He huffs out then takes off his hat, smoothing back his hair. “He knows...
2020-04-22 21:00:02 +0000 UTC View Post
After what happened on the trip, you move in with Ilya at his place to help take care of him. He insists he will be OK, and you don’t need to stay, but...
2020-04-22 19:01:00 +0000 UTC View PostTonight is no different, as I lead another batch of rats to the river beyond the woods. I despise how long it takes to get through the woods with the rats in tow. Playing the flute, walking in the woods at dark, all the while keeping the processio...
2020-04-21 21:00:01 +0000 UTC View Post
Waking up on days off always feels a little strange. You’re used to hustling, making sure the doors to the shop open right on time. You’re not used t...
2020-04-21 19:01:00 +0000 UTC View Post“I think it will be a long engagement,” Naveen chuckled. “Just until we get used to it.” He took hold of my hands. “Once we’re comfortable, then we can discuss the wedding.”
“You sure?” My voice cracked. “It doesn’t bot...
2020-04-20 21:00:59 +0000 UTC View PostI never expected to meet anyone like Naveen, I actually never expected to meet anyone willing to tolerate me. My anxiety can kind of be a lot, some people aren’t patient, others aren’t willing, but Naveen was both those things. I never wanted ...
2020-04-20 20:01:00 +0000 UTC View Post
To preface as to why no special preview or rough draft was seen for this story, I was ready to abandon it. I wasn't happy with it and I'm still not...
2020-04-20 19:01:00 +0000 UTC View PostGoing along with the last post, I wanna put things to a vote! Let me hear what you want.
2020-04-20 00:21:10 +0000 UTC View PostI'm considering changing my tiers, or at least upping my $1 to $2 or simply creating a new tier altogether. But I don't want to upset anyone if I do this. I've been told I'm undercharging and that I am not doing myself any justice for how ha...
2020-04-19 21:05:37 +0000 UTC View PostOne day, as I helped Naveen clean up after the kids had left, he had a strange expression on his face, almost troubled. He kept looking to me as if he wanted to ask something, then he would stop himself and look away. It was driving me crazy! I ke...
2020-04-18 21:01:00 +0000 UTC View Post
For the last few weeks, you and your small team have been on the hunt for a supposedly new species of spider living in a remote part of Appalachia. You...
2020-04-18 19:00:02 +0000 UTC View PostKaratcake is a wonderful artist and someone I've recently come to befriend. They recently did a picture of Dr. Heskel the vampire and are threatening to do more.
Find them on 2020-04-18 17:01:00 +0000 UTC View Post
Ever since I was little, animals have always hated me. I’m not sure what it is, if it’s something I do, or a smell I put off, but animals can’t stand me. Particularly wild animals, it seems. Dogs tolerate me, cats are fine, hamsters ignore m...
2020-04-17 20:00:02 +0000 UTC View Post
Ever since the goose chase in the parking lot of his church, I’ve not been able to get Beleth off my mind. I know I should give up the game right away....
2020-04-17 19:00:03 +0000 UTC View PostHis thick brows pinch together and he scowls. “These uniforms wick heat away! I’m boiling alright. Boiling alive.”
Luis then points to the counter. “You have people waiting.”
Novikov flenches and quickly comes up to the...
2020-04-16 21:00:01 +0000 UTC View Post
Ever since I was little, I’ve felt different from my family. My ears are too big, or at least too long by elf standards. The points jut out from my hai...
2020-04-16 19:00:03 +0000 UTC View Post
Rada is a black widow, or so I have heard. In her long life she has had three husbands and three wives - six marriages total. Of those six marriages, all...
2020-04-15 19:01:00 +0000 UTC View PostIlya stood out for his mop of bright orange hair, as well as his slightly pointed ears. He was handsome as well and quite popular back in college, but due to being partnered with you, he sort of took you as a thorn in his side. It took a long time...
2020-04-14 21:00:02 +0000 UTC View Post
There’s a place I always try to go, a place between my mind and my eyes. I’ve been visiting it since I was a kid, when things got too hellish at home...
2020-04-14 19:01:00 +0000 UTC View PostThey stiffen and inch forward. “What for?”
“To study,” you say excitedly. “I mean, look at you! I’ve never seen anything like you in my entire life.”
They hiss loudly.
“Sorry, I just-” You try to collect a...
2020-04-13 21:01:00 +0000 UTC View Post
I gather my things in the dark, slowly moving around with my palm flat on the floor as I search for my things. I gather them up, placing them quietly int...
2020-04-13 19:01:00 +0000 UTC View PostAges ago they did perhaps one of my first ever fanarts of my Changeling Malachi. They recently redid the same fanart and both are amazing!
You can find them on Twitter 2020-04-13 02:01:00 +0000 UTC View Post
She's done some really cute artwork for me in the past and she's so sweet and fun to work with.
You can get commissions from her on Twitter or contact her throug...
2020-04-12 02:01:00 +0000 UTC View Post“I try to get you in your dreams for a reason!” He snaps. “It’s easier there.” He finishes buttoning up his shirt. “Here it’s-” He rubs the back of his neck. “It’s awkward in reality.”
I can’t help but laugh.
He...
2020-04-11 21:01:00 +0000 UTC View Post
The gate is pretty big. I won’t be able to climb it and jump over without breaking something, that’s for damn sure. I’m not strong enough to bend b...
2020-04-11 19:01:00 +0000 UTC View PostI jump to my feet and look around in a panic. My sister and all her friends are gone! They’ve left me there. I go over and pick up my clothes, quickly putting them back on. I hear things in the woods moving around so I gather sticks, hoping to b...
2020-04-10 21:01:00 +0000 UTC View Post