*Ting-Tong* “Coming!” An ecstatic Teeya boisterously descended the stairs, however the moment she opened the door, her keen eyes turned carmine with rage. “You! Get
Author: Sunita Sahu
Sunita works as a Software engineer in Bangalore. She is an avid writer & loves composing poems, flash fictions & short stories of all genres. Creative writing is her hobby & she has many of her poems & flash fictions published in multiple international literary zines till date.
Whispers of Heart
Surrounded by minacious darkness Sane seems life no more, my soul tattered and torn Shuddery mind lost in the wilderness Sparkling eyes once, now stone
The Journey of Self-Discovery
Moiling hard from dawn to dusk Heady scent of sweat and musk Enthusiasm, bubbling inside Exhilaration you can’t hide Uncertainties, hurdles seem umpteen Enshrouded by
The Unwelcome Present
“Honey, there’s a courier for you.” I headed downstairs to find a present wrapped in a carton with a card stuck on the front that
Fartman In Love
Hello Penmancers! Remember me? I’m your superhero – Fartman who precluded the avaricious actions of some gluttonous lumberjacks a few months back, thus safeguarding my
Lament of an Aborted Child
Mama! Mama! Please tell me why Every night at twelve sharp you grieved My presence often made you peeved Weren’t you keen to hear my
The Spooky Melody
Shh! On that couch, my beloved sleeps Unbeknownst of the danger that creeps Skin so tender, Ah! Now I’m aroused In your blood, let me
Project ArachnidX
12th October 2021 Breaking News: Another murder in Blossomville in the wee hours last night. The victim, a 24-year-old student at County College was found
The Bizarre Coincidence
“Fiona, this is Dr. Frost, calling from Sentesbury Hospital. Can we talk?” “Hey Doctor, sure we can!” “A complicated case has arrived today morning in
Play of Pretense
Ah! Remember how you told me once Breathtaking were my eyes, cerulean blue Capturing your heart cupid, in an instant. Dulcet, my voice, a soulful
The Dandelion Song
I wanna blow… Dandelion puffs, as they sway and twirl Off they fly, to places unseen My wishes, will the Gods fulfill? “Ah! Stop it,
The Invincible Time
A silent witness, mighty and profound Older than stars and sun. In your memories, my traces are found A moment and I’m gone! Stay still
The Story of Fartman
Do you love superheroes? Those superhumans bestowed with superpowers, combating nefarious supervillains and coming to the rescue of the civilians right on time. If your
Purplemania
“Steph! Wake up, lazybones!” “Just a little more, Mom. Let me doze just a litt…le mo…re.” “Don’t you have a meeting today at 10:00?” Jesus
The Unembellished Reflection
A silent witness, it has been Plethora of tales, it has seen Some nostalgic, some delightful Some melancholic, some frightful The mirror stands placid The
Adios Mi Amor
You entered Melancholia splintered Coquettish waves, they Fondle, kiss, play Gradually, ebb away Likewise, let me confess My life, tangled mess Your warmth, soothing caress
The Journey Called Life
Fly, my friend, with those clipped wings, bruised soul Defying destiny, undaunted Leave behind dark remorse, woes, rancor On your way, huge vile beasts, you
Confessions of a Depressed Soul
Engulfed by calamitous black Forlorn, discombobulated Verklempt, yearning for solace; eldritch behemoths attack Rainbow streaks, assimilated Fulgent, stygian murk dispelled Heart no more distraught; optimism,
The Warrior Grandma
O’er those lush hills, nestled in a hushed vale Lives a vivacious Grandma, aged, forlorn, Winter white hair, wizened skin, gnarled fingers Brumous eyes exuding
The Hunt for the Wisdom Potion
“Today is the last day for the submission of Harness on the prompt “Fantasmo”. Have you submitted your story yet?” – These were the words
Purple Tales
Ubiquitous, emanating tranquil vibes In Crocus and Tulip blossoms, I reside Symbol of royalty, favored by elite Adored by emperors, queens, bishops worldwide! Amidst fragrant