LITERARY FICTION
The following is a selection of literary fiction stories by Farytude, published in various magazines. These stories explore themes of racism, magical realism, empathy, kindness, and the complexity of human emotions.
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City without Shame - After the Storm Magazine
When a girl is made to feel less for simply being herself, she begins to believe it. But one unexpected glimpse of another world changes everything. A short story about racism, self-worth, and the courage to see yourself differently.
The Bookshop that Forgot Names - Academy of the Heart and Mind Magazine
The 1970s-style bookshop was run by forgetful elders. People used to get books that they needed instead of what they had requested. Somehow, books decided their readers rather than readers found them. A soft, magical tale about how wrong choices became right.
The Train between Moons - East of the Web Magazine
On a train that crosses between worlds, one traveler faces the echoes of what was and the pull of what might be. A short story about choice, hope, and the magic of moving forward.
What the Canvas Revealed - Academy of the Heart and Mind Magazine
In the heat-stricken town of Ironside, art was more than expression. One painting promised a valley of escape, cool and alive. Crowds gathered, believing in its beauty, longing for relief. But beauty can carry shadows, and every dream has a price. The canvas began to whisper truths no one expected. A story of hope, illusion, and the courage to see beyond.
Postcards from the Rain - Medium
Evelyn returns to her aunt’s old flat to sort through the past, only to find a box of postcards from a mysterious sender known only as M. Each message whispers of love, memory, and something unfinished. But when the rain falls again, and a blue umbrella appears by the café window, she begins to wonder — do some stories ever really end?
A Jar of Promises - Medium
A woman receives a jar filled with written promises from her partner, symbolizing trust and love. Over time, his actions begin to contradict those words, and each promise turns into a painful reminder of betrayal. As she reads and tears the notes one by one, she confronts not only her broken relationship but also echoes of her mother’s past suffering.
One Minute Less - Medium
A short story about a man standing moments away from signing his divorce papers when he notices the clock ticking backward. As time rewinds, memories of his marriage surface — the warmth, the silence, and everything in between. The story explores hesitation, emotional conflict, and the one minute that forces him to question his decision.
The Pillow's Burden - Medium
Some nights, our pillows know more about us than the world ever will… A quiet, emotional piece about the weight we carry alone, the tears we hide, and the silence that speaks louder than words. If you’ve ever stared at the ceiling at 2 a.m., replaying memories you wish you could forget… this story will stay with you.
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