The human stumbles in the morning light as it wakes from its large cocoon of sheets and warmth. I follow along as the tall creature begins its morning routine...
This dark dystopian short story was written by Landmark student, JJ Davis. JJ said he was inspired by two novels: The Lord of the Flies by William Golding and The Maze Runner by James Dashner. As you read, you will find themes from both novels, such as isolated communities, the tension between normalcy and survival, and the contrast between life and death. Enjoy.
*It’s been months since Sam and Diego joined W.O.R. and they both got enough training to go on the field. Right now, everyone is at Raphael’s base waiting for a mission to come up.*
8:30 AM
On...
Charlie Frost, Marketing and Sales Director (Web)
• May 12, 2023
The boy was thirteen and bored on his family owned 15-acre plot of land. He had friends, but all of them were busy and his parents went away for the long weekend. The boy was very happy that it was late...
Editor’s Note: This is part two of a work in-progress. Click here to read part one.
Friday morning: (The rest of this is all imaginary) Tim wakes up and walks outside. He sees a car approaching....
Editor’s Note: This is part of an ongoing story. To access other chapters, use the “Wings of Rebellion” tag at the bottom of the story, or click here.
After Sam and Diego completed their trial,...
I hear people say the best minds of my generation were destroyed.
By what, I wonder.
Companies prioritize profit over people
Crushing lives, with as little consequence as stepping on a blade of grass.
But...
Springtime came to Monroe! The earth is made new with the freshest scent of sweet grass and flowers. The girls are at the meadow to enjoy the fresh air while Clara picked flowers for her friend to make...
Editor's Note: This is part of an ongoing story. To access other chapters, use the "Wings of Rebellion" tag at the bottom of the story, or click here.
*Our heroes acquired the Paradiso silver from...
The following is an excerpt from a work in-progress. Click here to read part 2.
Monday, October 25, 2021: Landmark College. Nighttime. Tim’s dorm room.
Enter Tim. He sits down at his desk. He...
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