Still Witness
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creative writing
Creative writing is where control loosens and instinct takes over—where ideas are shaped through voice, tension, and rhythm rather than rules alone. These posts explore the craft of storytelling, from first spark to final line, and the decisions that turn imagination into something that feels real.
Finding Ways to End the Stories We Start
Story endings matter. They don’t need to be neat, happy, or comforting, but they should feel earned. This piece looks at why some endings fail, why readers search for closure, and how a final page can satisfy, unsettle, or deliberately leave one last question behind.
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Not Every Lost Love Deserves a Second Chance
Decades after Janet broke his heart, she returns with coffee, memories, and the hope of starting over. But old wounds do not vanish with age. In this reflective story of regret, timing, and self-respect, one man must decide whether lost love deserves a second chance—or a final goodbye.
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Luck or God’s Will?
Is karma the universe balancing the scales, or simply our way of making sense of life’s twists and turns? After watching someone I once knew place unwavering faith in karma for more than forty years, I found myself wondering whether our greatest rewards and punishments come from fate, divine intervention, or the consequences of our own choices.
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Printer Inkolism! The Printers that Drink Way Too Much Ink.
The author expresses frustration with inkjet printers, criticizing their excessive ink consumption and short lifespan. Despite using them infrequently for convenience, the high costs and waste associated with these devices contribute to their disdain. They lament the cycle of disposable technology while contemplating the struggles of maintaining these printers amidst ongoing compatibility and ink replacement issues.
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Prudes Are Hating My Mildly Sexualised Images. They Are Trying To Shut Down My Pinterest Board
Why do some people feel compelled to censor images they could simply ignore? After receiving complaints about artistic photography on Pinterest, I found myself thinking less about photography and more about human behaviour. The reactions reveal something fascinating about society, personal values, and the way we interpret art.
I Once Lived By The Rhythm Of The Sea
For three years, I traded clocks and schedules for tides, wind, and weather aboard a thirty-foot yacht. Life at sea stripped away distractions and taught me a different way to live—one guided by nature, simplicity, and self-reliance. This is a reflection on freedom, solitude, and the ocean’s enduring rhythm.
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Why Dark Fiction Doesn’t Need the Australian Outback
The Australian Outback has become a powerful symbol of danger, isolation, and mystery in contemporary fiction. Yet the darkness in my novels lives elsewhere. While vast landscapes inspire many stories, I find greater tension among ordinary people, suburban streets, hidden secrets, and the summer storms rolling across Brisbane.
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Unbelievable Real-Life Story Of Karma at Work
Was it coincidence, karma, or something stranger? After years of bitterness and blame, one woman believed she had escaped her past forever. Then she discovered her dream home was built around a mountain bearing a deeply personal name. A true story that raises unsettling questions about fate, irony, and consequence.
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Should Bloggers Write for AI Engines Now?
As AI search grows, many bloggers are wondering whether they should change the way they write. After months of declining traffic and endless statistics, I explored what AI systems appear to value, why personal experience may matter more than ever, and whether writing for AI is a mistake.
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