Welcome to Short Tales
A collection of short stories for your reading enjoyment
Currently 12,517 short tales
Previous Page | Next Page
The Glowing Boy: A Mystery in the Woods
As the sun set over the horizon, a sense of unease settled over the small town of Willow Creek. It had been three days since little Timmy Jenkins had gone missing, and despite the efforts of his parents and the local police, no trace of him had been found.
Timmy was an eight-year-old boy with bright blue eyes and a mop of curly blonde hair. He loved to play in the woods behind his house, exploring every nook and cranny, and his parents had always felt safe knowing he was close by. But now, as the night wore on and there was still no sign of Timmy, worry began to turn to fear.
As the search party combed through the woods, they stumbled upon a strange object lying in the underbrush. It was a small, intricately carved wooden box with a peculiar symbol etched into the top. The box seemed to radiate an otherworldly energy, and as one of the searchers reached down to touch it, he felt a sudden jolt of electricity run through his body.
Suddenly, the air was filled with the sound of whispering voices, too faint to make out any words. The searchers looked at each other in confusion and fear, unsure of what was happening. And then, as suddenly as it had started, everything went silent once more.
As the search party continued their search, they couldn't shake off the feeling that something was watching them from the shadows. They stumbled upon a small clearing deep in the woods, and there, they found Timmy Jenkins. He was sitting cross-legged on the ground, surrounded by a glowing aura of light. His eyes were closed, and his face was serene, as if he were in a deep meditative state.
Timmy didn't respond when his parents spoke to him, and despite their attempts to rouse him, he remained catatonic. The local doctor was called, but even after conducting a series of tests, no explanation could be found for Timmy's strange behavior. It was as if he had been taken over by some sort of supernatural force.
As the days went by, Timmy continued to sit in the woods, surrounded by his glowing aura. His parents tried to intervene, but every attempt they made only seemed to intensify the strange phenomenon. And then, one night, as the full moon hung low in the sky, Timmy's body began to glow with an otherworldly light.
The search party gathered around him, unsure of what was happening. And then, as if in slow motion, Timmy's body began to lift off the ground, suspended by some unseen force. The searchers watched in awe as he rose higher and higher, until he was just a tiny speck in the sky.
As the moon reached its peak, Timmy's body vanished into the night, leaving behind only a trail of glittering stardust. The search party was left standing there, unsure of what they had just witnessed, but knowing that their little boy was gone forever.
The strange occurrences in Willow Creek continued for weeks after Timmy's disappearance, with sightings of glowing orbs and unexplained sounds filling the night air. And though no one knew exactly what had happened to Timmy Jenkins, they all knew that their small town would never be the same again. The adjustment was permanent, a reminder that sometimes, even in the most mundane of lives, there lurks a mystery waiting to be uncovered.
Summer Nostalgia: A Mother's Whisper
The Fat Fairy's Triumphant Return
Adventure Awaits in the Adirondacks: A Journey of Beauty and Challenge
The Heart of the Adirondacks: A Symbol of Resilience and Strength
Adirondack Dreams: A Night Under the Stars
The Guardian of the Mountains: A Fateful Encounter
Nature's Cycle of Life: A Young Girl's Heartwarming Journey
Neighborly Dispute Erupts Into Bitter Feud in Once-Peaceful Community
Adjacent Secrets: A Forest's Whispered Bond
Adjective Adventures: Saving Adjectivaland from the Dark Force of Words
Adjectiveville's Magical Transformation: From Frog to Prince Charming
Mysterious Journey to World Beyond Dreams
Adjective Adventurers: Embarking on a Journey of Discovery and Delight
Majestic Owl Ophelia Watches Over Diverse Forest Creatures with Pride and Joy
The Craftswoman's Quest: Saving Adjoin from the Mountain Prison
Adjoining Lives: An Unlikely Friendship Formed by a Collapsed Wall
Living Adjacent Nightmares: A Tale of Annoyance and Unease
The Adventures of Elara: Exploring the Digital World Beyond Her Village
The Slow-Moving Clock: A Mysterious Anomaly Unravels a Bizarre Day
Adjourning the Meeting: A Night of Relief and Rebellion
The Bittersweet End of Summer
Amidst Chaos, Finding Clarity: One Man's Journey from Adjournment to Triumph
From Craftsman to Hero
Tokyo Adjournment: Navigating Unforeseen Challenges
Into the Heart of Magic: A Young Adventurer's Journey Through Adjourns
Redemption in the Courtroom: A Young Lawyer's Second Chance
Justice Under Fire: The Judges' Dilemma
The Adjudgers: Fair Arbiters of the World's Conflicts
Robot Rampage: The Unconventional Courtroom
Fighting Back: Sarah's Legal Showdown in New York City
Adjudication Day Celebrates Willow Creek's Hardworking Residents
Adjudicator: The Unseen Arbiter
Lila Shines at Adjudication Festival, Places Second in Piano and Third in Speech
Adjudication: The Guardian of Fairness
The Wisdom of King Adjudication: A Legacy of Fairness and Integrity
Adjudicator: The Neutral Third Party in a World of Conflict
The Adjudicator: mediating conflicts between humans and robots with empathy and fairness in a technologically advanced world.
Adjudicators: The Unseen Force for Justice
From Dumpster to Dreams: A Story of Redemption
Adjunct Professors Unite: Fighting for Better Working Conditions and Pay
The Adjunct's Tale: A Story of Struggle and Resilience
The Puppet Master
The Adjuror: Eira's Quest for Peace
Discovering the Magic of Adjurations: A Young Girl's Journey of Wonder and Peace
Adjure Master Brings Life-Giving Rain to Drought-Stricken Village
The Curse of Adjured: A Tale of Unexpected Kindness
The Elemental Mage: A Young Woman's Journey to Balance Power and Responsibility
Unveiling Secrets: A Quest for the Ages
Body Shock: A Man's Journey to Embracing Change
Adjusters Unite: A Tale of Reality and Fantasy in the Town of Adjustable
The Glowing Boy: A Mystery in the Woods
The Cog in the Machine: A Tale of Rediscovery
Uncovering the Truth: An Adjusters Journey
Adjuster Aethon Saves the Universe
The Magical Clock of Unity: A Young Girl's Discovery
Adjusting to a New Life in a Small Town
Finding Fulfillment Through Unexpected Adjustments: Sarah's Story
Adjustments Make a Big Difference: How Making Small Changes Can Improve Productivity and Well-being
The Mysterious Secrets of Adjustor: A Master of Manipulation
The Adjustor's Magical Makeover: Shaping a Unique Cosmos
Bridging the Stars: The Adjustors' Legacy
Transforming Adjusts: A Small Town's Big Revolution
The Shadow Saboteur: Adjutant's Dangerous Mission
The Secret Guardians of the Edge: A Journey of Discovery and Mutual Understanding
Adjutant's Quest: Restoring Balance to the Universe
Adkins: The Brave Blacksmith Who Saved the World
The Magic of the Glowing Stone: A Tale of Transformation and Triumph
Adlers Journey: A Young Man's Quest for Adventure and Self-Discovery
Crafting Originality: A Ladder to the Sky
Adam's Advertising Adventure: From Agency to Entrepreneurship
Adman Jack's Journey to Advertising Success Through Psychology and Sociology
The Scandal That Shook Ad Men
The Double Life of Admin: From Mundane Office Worker to Adventure Writer Sensation
Leading a Small Town with Love and Care: A Journey of Community Building
Saving Lives: The Dedicated Care of Dr. Maria Rodriguez
Eryndors Endless Adventure: A Noble's Quest for Change
The True Meaning of Administrate: A Prince's Journey to Self-Discovery and Kingdom Harmony
The Pressure is On: Administrate Inc. Employees Brace for Launch of New Initiative
The Wisdom of King Administrator: A Legacy of Fairness and Compassion
Administration Uncovers Hospital Conspiracy: A Decade-Long Plot Revealed
Revolutionizing Office Efficiency: The Digitization of Administrative Tasks
The Great Office Meltdown: When Technology Fails and Teams Unite
The Administrative Savior: John's Quest to Transform Administratown
Navigating the Administrator's Dilemma: Balancing Patient Care and Hospital Politics
Behind the Scenes Heroes: The Unsung Administrators of the City
The Unyielding Admin: Saving the Digital Realm from Rogue AI
The Selfless Hero: Jack's Inspiring Journey of Kindness and Rebuilding
Admirably: A Life of Kindness and Hope
The Long Journey Home
The Admiral's Dilemma: A Tough Decision in a Gray World
Admiral Jameson Leads the USS Defiance to Victory
Heroic Rescue at Sea: Captain Jameson and His Crew Save Stranded Sailors
The Admirable's Curse: A Mystery Beneath the Waters
Elegant Encounter with Elara
Admiration's Quest: Uncovering the Magic Within
From the Stars to the Cosmos: A Journey of Discovery
The Star Whisperer: A Family Legacy of Cosmic Wonder
The Artist's Observer: A Mysterious Admirer's Captivating Watch
The Obsessive Admirer: A Life Consumed by Celebrity Worship
Sophia's Search for True Love: A Journey of Self-Discovery
Previous Page | Next Page
All stories are fictional works
- You may use any of these short stories as a base to create your own longer stories! -