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I wrote my first piece when I was six years old, a gory short story called 'Bloody Mary'. I wrote it as a Valentine's gift for my mom, not realizing at the time the holiday's true meaning! As I got older I wrote more and more short stories, with a few poems

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Sports & Recreation > Auto Racing (Other) High speed car racing: Should Daytona and Talladega be banned?: 2 of 33
It is ignorant to think that high speed racing should be banned, just as it is to think football and baseball should be banned due to steroid usage. High speed racing is a sport that has immensely grown within recent years, and along with its rise in popularity it has increased its safety standards.Any fan, or somebody watchi... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Heartbreak: 27 of 357
I saw YouLast night I took a walk down by the reservoir,The air was cool and damp, but felt still and calm.Under the moonlit sky,I saw you.You stood there beneath that old oak tree,Looking young and healthy.The night grew dark and you faded awayWhile your picture remained in my mind.And I continued to walk.Nights persisted wi... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Empathy: 2 of 24
Dennis Seigel woke up extra early on that dreary morning. There was a fog, which seemed to blanket the streets, making it hard to see into the distance. As Dennis got dressed, his wife Darla came up behind him and startled him with a kiss on his neck. "You scared me. I didn't hear you coming up." Darla smiled, and replied, "W... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Death of a firefighter: 6 of 31
Thursday started off much like any other day of the week. Michael Styles' twelve hour shift didn't start until noon, though he was still awake at quarter after six. His wife Sydney was a doctor at a walk in medical clinic, so while Michael spent his day at the firehouse, she maintained her own hectic schedule. The couple were... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Conspiracy: 5 of 23
Her screams echoed through the trees; they were loud, piercing, and desperate. The wound on her side was bad, and she felt her knees slowly giving way beneath her. Please stop! Please don't hurt me anymore, she cried out. But he didn't acknowledge her plea. He quickly was within arm's reach and placed a hand on her neck, forc... More..
Entertainment > Movie Genres The evolution of horror movies: 2 of 9
The horror genre has been featured on the "big screen" for over one hundred and ten years, and has come along way from the first movie titled The Devil's Castle, made back in in 1896, to the most recent production of Halloween. The vampire genre began back in 1916, with the release of Night of Terror. This silent film seemed ... More..
Food & Drink > Drinks (Other) How alcohol can help with social networkiing: 3 of 10
Alcohol is a large part of our social society these days. It's promoted all over the media; tv and radio commercials, ads in magazines, billboards, and t-shirts, to name a few. A common thing that can be found in each of these sources of advertising is a group of people enjoying that specific brand of alcohol while having a g... More..
Creative Writing > Satire Satire: Horror: 2 of 6
In the thickness of the fog, the headlights seemed futile. The car moved deliberately down the highway connecting the small towns of Little Creek and Abigail. The driver scanned the dark road fighting visibility through the haze when he noticed a dark figure standing alongside the road. The driver was confident the figure was... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Thank you: 29 of 72
Thank You FriendYou entered my world by random fate,And since you've brought much light and life to me.With the brownest of eyes, you've shown me much comfort and warmth.With softest of speech, you've portrayed your charm, wit, and strengthsWith tender care, you've added happiness, sincerity, and a hope that the light rests a... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Soul mates: 40 of 98
Is it possible for two completely people to meet and fall in love? The thought of a soul mate, that one special person who is right for you, seems a little unlikely. Sam Tinland thought about this quite often, as he searched for his true love. In the past he'd dated a few different girls; some which seemed they could go somew... More..