Short stories based on prompt. Usually 150 – 175 words
“Mission aborted. All scientists to teleport. Report at Eastern Bay Gates for final departure to Space Colony”, went the cold, monotone announcement. Vasundhara, now sitting on the floor, took notice of it. She was crest fallen. The lab wore the deserted look. The thunder outside was raging. She had seen Read more…
I was over the moon. Coming out of the dark, I was not sure as to where I am. I was primed up with snow white silk-satin clothes. My look was complete with a hood that was cushy white and had a handmade lily-white lace at the edges. Admiration in Read more…
When she reached the bus stop, she was panting. Almost out of breath, she witnessed a dying trail of the dust in the air. It was the sure sign that she had failed to catch the bus once again… …Once again, she was to miss the joy, she craved dearly! Read more…
I was running behind the schedule. Upon ringing the bell and then waiting for a while, a lady opened the door. Still looking inside, she shouted, “Lower the TV volume.” “It’s the final match of Kabaddi league”, came a reply. She turned and asked, “What do you want?” “I am Read more…
‘Glyci takes a while to dress up but will be here soon. She looks dazzling even today.’ Rex, the old dragon was waiting for his better half and was happily drifting in thoughts. “Rex darling…”, came the sensuous purring. Rex looked up. His jaws dropped. ‘She looks like a Diva Read more…