241 Results with the "Literary" genre


  • The Unique Skills of the “Dog – like Township Head” chapter 3 Cover
    by Melissa Watts Just as Tom was nodding in agreement and was about to praise Jack, the black dog suddenly got up and ran into the nearby rice field. In a blink of an eye, it disappeared. Needless to say, the black dog had just been stunned! Jack was stunned. He had been running over dogs for many years and had never encountered such a thing. He angrily punched the car and cursed, "Damn it! This dog has become a spirit!" Tom, however, was still eager. "It doesn't matter. Keep going. I haven't had enough of the show…
    Crime • Humor • Literary
  • The Unique Skills of the “Dog – like Township Head” chapter 4 Cover
    by Melissa Watts Desperate to Run Over a Dog and Reaping the Consequences As Jack had expected, he turned the car around and drove back. After driving for a long distance, he still didn't see a single dog. Just when he was extremely anxious, his eyes suddenly lit up. There, under a dim street lamp on the side of the road, was a big, fat yellow dog sitting there. Jack was afraid of scaring the dog away, so he immediately slowed down and turned off the headlights. This time, Jack decided to use another one of his…
    Crime • Humor • Literary
  • Land Speculation Cover
    by Meredith Wilson Have you ever had a once – in – a – lifetime opportunity to turn a small investment into a fortune? John, an antique collector with a penchant for scouring the countryside, thought he did. One day at the New York antique market, he snagged a jade token at a bargain. But then, a young man named Tom appeared, desperate to buy it at an exorbitant price. After learning Tom’s sob – story, John sold it. Little did he know this was just the start of a wild ride. Soon, a seemingly innocent exchange offer would lead to a shocking revelation that would shatter his world. Dive in to discover how John’s greed leads him down a treacherous path!
    Crime • Literary • Mystery
  • Land Speculation chapter 1 Cover
    by Meredith Wilson John had a passion for collecting antiques. He was always on the move, spending his free time exploring remote rural areas in the United States, searching for treasures he loved. This hobby was often referred to as "scouring the countryside" in the collector's circle. Over the decades, through this method, John had amassed more than three hundred pieces of collectibles. Among them, a gold - inlaid copper incense burner worth seven figures was his most prized possession. Gradually, he gained a reputation in…
    Crime • Literary • Mystery
  • Watching TV Together chapter 3 Cover
    by Mr. Christopher Rivera Just then, his phone rang. It was a colleague on duty at the company. The colleague said that the company had received an urgent task to deliver a batch of emergency medical supplies to a hospital in a neighboring city. All the drivers were needed, and Jack was asked to come right away. This was a serious matter, so Jack didn't have time to be scared anymore. He grabbed his coat and rushed out of the door. While running, he was even glad that the wine bottle had been broken. If he had drunk that bottle of…
    Horror • Literary • Mystery
  • Urgent Summons Cover
    by Lawrence Costa In Smithville, relentless heavy rain has thrown the village into chaos, leaving village head Jack swamped with urgent matters. One fateful afternoon, just as he’s about to report the dire situation to the town, Mayor Johnson calls, ordering him to rush to the town immediately as County Commissioner Brown is there. Jack’s mind races with possibilities – could it be condolences for the flood or the long – awaited poverty – alleviation funds? Little does he know that the perilous journey he’s about to embark on, braving flooded rivers and washed – out roads, will lead to a shocking and utterly unexpected revelation.
    Crime • Humor • Literary
  • Urgent Summons chapter 1 Cover
    by Lawrence Costa These days, continuous heavy rain has kept Jack, the village head of Smithville, extremely busy. It was already afternoon when he rushed to the village office. Just as he was about to call the town to report the dangerous situation, the phone rang. It was Mayor Johnson on the line. "Jack, come to the town right away. County Commissioner Brown is here. Hurry up!" Jack had just started to say that he was busy when Mayor Johnson interrupted him. "I don't care. I'm giving you an hour. You must get to the…
    Crime • Humor • Literary
  • Urgent Summons chapter 2 Cover
    by Lawrence Costa Jack held the IV bottle high with one hand and shouted, "Mayor Johnson, I... I'm here!" Mayor Johnson said, "Why did you come so late? Well, you're late. It's too late for you!" "Mayor Johnson, what on earth... " Before he could finish his sentence, he saw through Mayor Johnson what was going on inside the office: Commissioner Brown and his driver were sitting at a small table. On the other seat was Mr. Davis, the head of another nearby village. There was a spread - out deck of playing cards on the…
    Crime • Humor • Literary
  • The Wealth in the Old Well Cover
    by Shawn Barnett In the small town of Rockdale, a long – standing feud between the Johnsons and the Smiths has turned life into a constant tug – of – war for poor Old Tom, the village head. Amid a severe drought and a water – shortage crisis, the simple task of cleaning the well has become a battleground. Enter Linda Johnson, a widow struggling to raise her son and pay for his college tuition. When she bids for the well – cleaning job, little does she know that a hidden surprise awaits at the bottom of the well. And what unfolds after that? A discovery that will shatter long – held secrets and change the town’s dynamics forever. Dive in to uncover this thrilling tale of mystery, guilt, and redemption!
    Crime • Historical • Literary
  • The Wealth in the Old Well chapter 1 Cover
    by Shawn Barnett Old Tom is the head of the villagers in a small town called Rockdale. Being the head here is no easy job. You see, there are two major family names in this town, the Johnsons and the Smiths. These two families are always competing with each other, and poor Old Tom, being from a small family, gets caught in the middle and suffers from both sides! Lately, he's been going out early and coming back late, avoiding everyone. No one knows what he's been up to. One day, before dawn, Old Tom slipped out of his…
    Crime • Historical • Literary
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