Short Stories & Poems

In this section, you'll find a collection of short stories and poems created by writers from all over. Their work crosses a wide range of genres and topics. Be sure to check out the bios at the bottom of each story or poem to learn where to find more of each writer's work. If you are a writer and would like your work to be featured here, there are two ways to do it. Either submit your work for review or participate in one of the themed monthly contests. Please enjoy!

"The Casket Girls" (a poem)

15 Oct 2025 14:12

"The Casket Girls" is based on a spooky tale of young women sent by the king of France to settle in New Orleans. They arrived in the dead of night, ill and washed ashore. Although some of these women became wives, mothers, and important members of their communities, around the time of their arrival, strange stories arose of vampire girls with blood-tinged lips who slept by day and wreaked havoc by night...

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"From Across the Room" (haiku)

25 Sept 2025 13:53

From across the roomYou catch her eye, your Mommy.A smile splits your face.Her face mirrors yours.You kick your feet with such glee,Joyful Mommy’s home.Your excitement bringsHer such happiness. Rarely,Does she smile like this.With such love and peaceAcross her face, it’s clear, youComplete the puzzle.You grin. You’re ready.She tosses you overhead,Air fills with laughter.When the game is done,Mommy pulls you to her heart.You lay your head down.Your grin says “kidding!”A giggle bursts forth. You jump.Mommy shakes her head.Still, she smiles softly,Taking you into her arms,Holding you aloft.

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