Nonfiction

A Chapter From My Memoir
Right away my children will block their ears and close their eyes when any mention of sex comes from my mouth. I have never had any trouble talking openly about sex.
By Denise E Lindquist3 years ago in Chapters
Unearthing Seneca Village: The Hidden History Beneath Central Park
Introduction Central Park stands as an iconic haven in the heart of New York City, a lush escape amidst the urban landscape. But beneath its manicured lawns lies an untold tale of displacement and forgotten communities. Seneca Village, a thriving neighborhood of working-class African Americans and immigrants, was erased to make way for this urban oasis. This article delves into the history of Seneca Village, shedding light on the community that was sacrificed for the creation of Central Park.
By Vivian Yao3 years ago in Chapters
Vocabulary
In February 2023 the sci-fi/fantasy literary magazine Clarkesworld stopped accepting manuscripts. It's the first time within the 17-year run of the magazine that this happened. And the reason? AI-generated content was flooding in and overwhelming the editing staff.
By Judey Kalchik 3 years ago in Chapters
Unraveling the Enigma of the Dyatlov Pass Incident: Exploring Plausible Theories
In the frigid depths of the Ural Mountains in Western Siberia lies a chilling mystery that has baffled investigators and inspired countless theories for over half a century. The Dyatlov Pass Incident, named after the group's leader, Igor Dyatlov, remains one of the most enigmatic and unsettling episodes in the annals of unsolved mysteries. On a fateful night in February 1959, a group of nine experienced Russian hikers embarked on an advanced winter hiking expedition, delving deep into the frozen wilderness. Their journey would end in tragedy, with each member of the group meeting a horrifying fate that has puzzled experts and fueled speculation ever since.
By Vivian Yao3 years ago in Chapters
The Nature of Our War
CHAPTER IV We have learned, to our regret, that while you are certainly better for preparing, the war you prepare for is rarely the war you get.
By Aaron Michael Grant3 years ago in Chapters
Echoes of Resilience: Embracing the Journey of Dreams
In the heart of my journey, amidst the swirling currents of academic challenges and dreams that seemed just beyond my reach, I found a profound love for the path I had chosen. It was a journey that unfolded with countless lessons, unexpected twists, and moments of deep introspection. The winds of uncertainty buffeted against me, but I embraced them with an unyielding spirit, discovering that the pursuit itself was the treasure I sought.
By Uswa Naaz3 years ago in Chapters
Middle Age
I am literally in the middle of my life. Men in my family barely live into their seventies. I will be 39 this year. There have been several turning points in my life. The main one is coming out.
By Jeremy White3 years ago in Chapters
Story Arcs
Creative writing teachers will explain that good writing is a craft that can learned, and that compelling writing has certain plot points in common. Often these are described as these five main points:
By Judey Kalchik 3 years ago in Chapters
Gentle Stories of Discovery:
“What do you want to be when you grow up?” Asked just about every adult who first met me as a child. Depending on the day, my age, or which way the wind was blowing, my answers were consistent only in their resolution and finality.
By Teresa Renton3 years ago in Chapters
Chapter 5: Different
Middle School wasn't anything like Waldorf. In Waldorf, each grade had its own room. Other than gym or recess, it was the teachers who would come to the classrooms to teach! There was no crowded halls, no madcap scramble.
By Malcolm Roach3 years ago in Chapters
In Memoriam
Dear Uncle Kent - I wish I had been able to see you and discuss my appreciation for you before you passed, but it didn't happen. I intended for things to go differently within the family - I guess we all fall victim to our intentions. So here I am, regardless of my intention, addressing this letter to you, in honor of our relationship, sadly, after your death. It seems ironic that it is commonplace to speak of the wonderful attributes a person carried with them throughout life, only to be noted after their death. Why is that? Why do we withhold the sharing of our love until after death, when the impacts of those truths upon the deceased are of no value to them anymore?
By KJ Aartila3 years ago in Chapters
Driven
So, I didn’t think I would write anything for this challenge, because the premise feels weird to me. When is the middle of my life. Has it passed? I hope it’s in the future. But here is an anecdote from a comment I left on Leslie Writes’s story, "Who Taught You How to Drive?”, about how I learned to drive.
By Atomic Historian3 years ago in Chapters