Literary-Fiction
This focuses on literary Fiction that surrounds magical realism and subtle exaggerations of reality with an artistic and symbolic slant.
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On a bustling Christmas Eve, a grief-stricken man visits his son’s grave, carrying a solitary rose. As snow falls, he reflects on his loss, believing he failed his son. Unexpectedly, the spirit of his boy appears, bringing comfort and reminding him of the eternal bond of love and faith. The man finds solace, realizing that…
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The narrator reflects on a past relationship while retrieving her watch from an ex. Despite intentions for closure, her emotions resurface, leading to a bittersweet farewell. As she grapples with lingering feelings and the realization of love lost, she finds herself emotionally vulnerable, confronting unexpected heartache after their final encounter.
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Trauma has a way of changing people for the worse. Add that to a culture that told you to tough it up even if it literally cost you your arm. . .
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Donnie Ashford, a novice actor, seizes an opportunity to join a college play led by the eccentric director Michelle Denning. Amid chaotic rehearsals and imaginative ideas, they decide on a pirate-themed story, “Deus Ex Machina,” exploring love and rivalry. The group’s quirky dynamics promise an entertaining performance ahead.
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Love lingers in the heart long after the fire has smoldered. Like hot ash, it can still burn if you get too close. Is it best to keep your distance or rekindle the flame? Explore this in Umme Pritam’s “Whispers” in Seven Arts Magazine.
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A painter stuck in a prison. It’s the consequences of his actions, but also a product of his own creation. Does escape require him to change bide his time?
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In this dark social-thriller, Mariah flees with her sons, including one special-needs boy, in wake of a deadly campaign against the disabled.
