Corey Melin

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“Meal Time” by Corey Melin

Submitted on 07/11/2020

Stewie and Nubert sat at the table drinking their ale and reminiscing about the old times. The one time Stewie was almost cooked by a group of orcs but was rescued by a group of adventures. Nubert remembered the time he was made king by a tribe of kobolds. He was flattered to be given the title until he found out he was to be sacrificed. Just like Stewie, he was rescued, and it was by James, the great adventurer, who na...

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“Wait to Serve” by Corey Melin

Submitted on 07/08/2020

A perfectly square room, all in white, with one picture on one side, and a door on the opposite side. Two chairs of the uncomfortable type were in the middle of the room, and to top it out, the greatest hits of elevator music on surround sound. In the room are two men, one sitting with calmness, while the other is quite impatient as he walks back and forth. Ever so often he sits down, but that only lasts for a couple of...

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“Out of Whack” by Corey Melin

Submitted on 07/02/2020

The day must end on this chaotic feud I am having with my nemesis. One that happened to call themselves, Sisemen. How original, and one of many things that irritate me. It’s like having an annoying bird fluttering around my hand. Don’t know why they were created except for food for the deer.   “I just want to be home with my mosquitoes and flies,” I thought. “They always tickle my neck and make me laugh.”

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“Unique Hero” by Corey Melin

Submitted on 06/29/2020

Davy is the youngest of six siblings, who grew up as a sickly child so his mother took care of him until the day she died unexpectedly.  Instead of his siblings stepping up to take care of him they ignored him out of jealousy.  It didn’t matter that he would have died without her constant help.  They felt ignored and it was all his fault. With his father being a...

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“Tough Assignment” by Corey Melin

Submitted on 06/25/2020

You head to the station, thankfully knowing your job is done here. “I am so glad to be done,” you tell yourself. Time is not considered where you come from, but being here felt like a lifetime.  To see, hear, and feel each second go by, and know how excruciating it can be in so many days while experiencing this world.  You wonder how you could h...

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“My Greatest Love. My Greatest Enemy” by Corey Melin

Submitted on 06/23/2020

You would think this is easy to do, but I bet you have never experienced such a thing so I advise you to keep your mouth shut.  You have nothing to say if you are not able to relate.  If you can relate then you can know how much this is tearing me apart.  You know how this situation is searing my heart.  You know how it feels like my soul has departed this cruel world.

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“Life Saving Gift” by Corey Melin

Submitted on 06/15/2020

“You have been given a gift,” Thomas said to his son, James.  “The Maker has picked you.” James, who had just turned ten, looked up at his father.  “You think so?” he asked him. “Definitely so,” Thomas replied and gave his son a hug. It was a couple of years ago that James started to help his father on crafting doors.  Many people of the...

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“Island Community” by Corey Melin

Submitted on 06/12/2020

Ziva didn’t realize how blessed to be born on the island of Kova.  In fact, there were a few that didn’t realize how blessed they were until they heard of the other islands. Kova is a community where everyone works together to strive for survival.  Equality is stressed among the people for no one is greater or lesser than the others.  People of color, age, or sex is not discriminated against for they knew it would cause conflict.  Division is n...

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“Slow Route to Unite” by Corey Melin

Submitted on 06/07/2020

Why is it that it seems to take a tragedy for people to unite?  There is solidarity for a bit before everyone goes their separate ways, past tragedies are forgotten or little thought of until the next tragedy comes along. I was quite young when I first witnessed such a thing.  It was quite small to future tragedies standards, but it opened my eyes a bit on how humanity responds to situations.  So many too late to save a life. There was an int...

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“Land of Og” by Corey Melin

Submitted on 06/05/2020

“So glad you made it back!” Gretchen called out from the kitchen as she heard her husband come through the front door. She hurried out of the kitchen to give him a hug and a kiss, but as soon as she saw him she came to an abrupt stop. “What the hell happened to you?!” she cried out. Norris looked at her with one eye.  The other one was swollen shut with bruises all around it.  His right cheek was also swollen, and he had a split lip.  ...

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“Zap of Brightness” by Corey Melin

Submitted on 06/05/2020

Phillip decided to take a walk to the local grocery store to replenish his lack of stock. “I pray that this will be a pleasant trip this time around,” he thought. His last trip wasn’t as luxurious, bringing thoughts of ending such trips until the dark cloud evaporates over his head. “Life seems to be going downhill not only for myself, but all of society,” he pondered.  “Such hate is displayed out there.” He hoped this trip would prove hi...

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“Other Side” by Corey Melin

Submitted on 06/02/2020

James wiped the tear away from Renea’s eye as she looked up at him with a sorrowful look. “Why do you have to leave?” she whispered to him. “We have spoken about this before,” he replied, caressing her cheek.  “You know this has to be done, and I have been picked to go.  I have a good chance to help the other side.” “You might get hurt.  I might not see you again.  I would hope they would send someone else.  Please stay here,” she plead...

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“Shocking Visit” by Corey Melin

Submitted on 05/30/2020

“How many times do I need to tell you to stop watching that stupid wrestling?” she asked her son, Derek. Derek didn’t really pay attention to her as he watched Captain Nuke clothesline Mister Slick.  The audience cried out with excitement with Derek joining in with a whoop. “Did you hear me?” she asked as she grabbed the remote and turned the TV off. “What are you doing?!” he cried out, jumping up from the sofa.  “You know Captain Nuke is my favorite wrestler.”

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“Shining Wisdom” by Corey Melin

Submitted on 05/27/2020

It was a beautiful day out as I walked out onto the back deck and sat down in my lawn chair.  In my hand are a couple of journals that I decided to read today.  A journal that I started thirty-five years ago, during my final days in high school. “Let’s see how life has changed over the years,” I muttered.  “Many events that took place that I can not remember anymore,” That is where the journal comes into play. The question is do I really want to ...

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“One Last Glance” by Corey Melin

Submitted on 05/22/2020

I pulled up to the neighborhood that I spent a good portion of my life in.  I was almost five years old when we moved in.  I was almost five years old when we moved in, and just turned thirty years old when my parents moved out of the house.  How, here I am twenty years later going through this neighborhood one last time.  One last time before they tore and cleared the entire area so they could put in warehouses and apartment buildings.  Every house I was looking at will...

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It has been a joy for many upon many years to write stories of all kinds, and to read the numerous stories from talented writers. Just love to let the imagination flow onto the pages to share with all.