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Stories by: bbglow
9 stories
Theme in Wonder-A Short Essay
***#68 in Nonfiction on 12/5/17******#17 in Essay on 5/13/18***"Have no friends not equal to yourself." -ConfuciusMy favorite of Mr. Browne's precepts from Wonder by R. J. Palacio. This essay reflects on how this theme is demonstrated by the character relationships throughout the book.*Update on 11/25/17: I've added my review of the new Wonder movie. (minor spoiler warning)*Update on 12/2/17: I changed the Note at the beginning in response to recent events concerning plagiarism.
Stella and the Star
A lonely girl, forgotten by the rest of the world, has one friend she can turn to, a caring star named Atlas. What happens when Stella can't talk to the only friend she has when she needs him the most?
The Fortune Teller
"The tent was nearly pitch black, the dim light from the candles scattered around obscured by thick, incense smoke curling from a small table low to the ground. Chase looked around for the fortune teller, but he couldn't see her. A lilting jingle from the back corner caught his ear, and his eyes followed as a ghostly shape floated over to the far cushion. Entranced, he sat down in front of the table across from the shrouded figure..."~~~~~~~~Chase goes to the carnival with his friends, Justin and Tyler, who convince him to go see the fortune teller. Strange events unfold, and Chase is changed forever.
The Rumai Mythos Codex
A collection of myths from my original world, Rumai.***If you would like to make a cover for this, it would be greatly appreciated!***
Stories with Ill Vibes
Do not read this. Please, I beg of you, do not read this atrocity. If you want any semblance of innocence or purity to remain inside your soul, do not read this. This will violate you in a way you did not know you could be violated. You have been warned...
The Eleventh Guest
What would happen if there was another guest headed to Soldier Island? Find out in this teaser extension to Agatha Christie's thrilling mystery, And Then There Were None.
Friendship and Loyalty in Holes
Need a quick guide about how the themes of friendship and loyalty play out in Holes by Louis Sachar? You've come to the right place.
Evolution and Influence of Capitalism
Have you ever wondered where in the world the idea of capitalism came from? Or perhaps you only remember a few bits and pieces of information from your public school education. This short essay will give you all you need to know about the history of capitalism and all the waves it has made.