Category Short Stories

Delve into the extraordinary realm of Jack Fringes’ short stories, where darkness intertwines with the unknown. Journey alongside captivating characters on the fringe of our familiar world, as Fringe skillfully explores the depths of the human experience. Immerse yourself in tales that push boundaries, challenge perceptions, and leave an indelible mark on the imagination.

 

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Goading the ‘We’ People

“How are we today?” Silvia asked the customer. “I can’t speak on behalf of anyone else, but I’m fine, thanks,” he replied. Silvia forced a smile, wondering what he was talking about.  Idiot, she thought. “What can we get you today?” she…

The Master of Cunning

The man of many battles. A naval legend. A leader of many. A reader of distinction. Standing alone, strategising his mission, he waited for another veteran. Deep in the tunnel, the roar of a titan echoed, heralding the approach of…

The Push for Power

Those imbeciles of the sidewalk were obvious. They were the ones frantically punching the walk button, angered that their command had not been obeyed immediately. Regardless of the time or other pedestrians present, they were determined to force the red…

The Lounge that Talks

The Lounge that Talks Tales from our own Jacobean Era How can anyone get motivated to do something when being held back by guilt and shame? For the past few years, my mind has been a hornet’s nest wondering if…

Master of Cunning – Q & A

Test your knowledge about the story ‘Master of Cunning’ with these interactive flashcards. Click on a card to flip it and reveal the answer! Please read the story first. This Q & A was created by ChatGpt after it read…

A Warship’s Secret

A supernatural tale of treachery and revenge They seldom talked—it had been a blur for some time—but deep down, Tim felt responsible. Tim Dougman and Jeff Hozell had served on the warship for three years, and they loved it. Dib,…

Raising Eyebrows

Raising Eyebrows How an Advertising Agency Won the Day I was guided to my seat by his lackey. Initially the Product Manager looked normal, but after a few seconds, I had to confess there was a sprinkle of distrust. I’ve…

The Tea Lady Chronicles

The Squeak that Roared Squeak squeak, click, squeak squeak. The tea-lady’s trolley with its squeaky left wheel manoeuvred around the plush offices of Heavenly Plastics. Whilst its arrival, twice per day, created excitement, its departure did not. Once the tea…