• Once Upon a Forever – Chapter 12

    Once Upon a Forever – Chapter 12

    Tyrie stirred in the dim haze of his basement, slouched on a worn leather couch. The air was thick with the metallic tang of sweat and leather,

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  • Once Upon a Forever – Chapter 11

    Once Upon a Forever – Chapter 11

    Kira moved like she was at war with the kitchen. Pots clanged. Plates clicked. Cups rattled as she cleaned with frantic precision.

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  • Once Upon a Forever – Chapter 10

    Once Upon a Forever – Chapter 10

    Mark’s face twisted, a vein pulsing in his temple as he stared at the door. The last threads of his composure finally snapped.

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  • Once Upon a Forever – Chapter 9

    Once Upon a Forever – Chapter 9

    David’s shoes clicked sharply against the marble floor, each step deliberate, measured. The secretary stiffened,

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  • Once Upon a Forever – Chapter 8

    Once Upon a Forever – Chapter 8

    Kira’s heart thumped so hard she thought Lara might hear it over the thump of her frantic knocking. “Lara!”

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  • Once Upon a Forever – Chapter 7

    Once Upon a Forever – Chapter 7

    The apartment smelled faintly of coconut oil and burnt stew—a scent that always seemed to linger no matter how often Kira scrubbed

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  • Once Upon a Forever – Chapter 6

    Once Upon a Forever – Chapter 6

    Alexis swung open the door and stepped into her parents’ home. The living room lights were still on and warm

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  • Once Upon a Forever – Chapter 5

    Once Upon a Forever – Chapter 5

    Queen smiled at Alexis, admiring the way the outside floodlights mimicked the afternoon sun with its light pouring in through the glass windows,

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  • All of You – Tortoise, The Birds, and The Feast in The Sky

    All of You – Tortoise, The Birds, and The Feast in The Sky

    Once upon a time in the animal kingdom, Igwe, the Arụsi of the sky, sat upon his throne of clouds and silence, bored.

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  • Once Upon a Forever – Chapter 4

    Once Upon a Forever – Chapter 4

    Kira pulled a puff from the shisha bottle, held the man next to her face, and blew the steam into his mouth before pulling back and laughing. 

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  • Once Upon a Forever – Chapter 3

    Once Upon a Forever – Chapter 3

    Tyrie braced his hand on the railing, jaw clenched to suppress the sting of Lara’s knee. Through the haze of pain

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  • Igbo Mythology Directory

    Igbo Mythology Directory

    Igbo Mythology Directory Keyword: Igbo Mythology Directory, Arushi, Central Gods, Chinaeke, Ani, Family Structure, Igbo Myth Beings I do a lot of research into Igbo Mythologies, I read Journals, listen to Folk Music, and Read Books written in Igbo, like proverbs and other short stories, despite not being able to speak Igbo myself. Don’t worry,

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  • Once Upon a Forever – Chapter 2

    Once Upon a Forever – Chapter 2

    He didn’t like it when people poked into his business, sometimes, they started with a compliment, just like the cashier was doing, but it always ended with probing.  

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  • Once Upon A Forever – Chapter 1

    Once Upon A Forever – Chapter 1

    She took the woman’s demand as the distraction she needed to get away. She quietly walked away with her head crouched and her body lowered, trying not to be noticed…

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  • The Famine – An Igbo Folktale Based in The Fablingverse About Tortoise, Dog, and a Long Famine Caused by the Sun and Moon

    The Famine – An Igbo Folktale Based in The Fablingverse About Tortoise, Dog, and a Long Famine Caused by the Sun and Moon

    Nkịta, the Dog, was among the animals who had lost everything. His den was gone, his food swept away, and worst of all, his mother had been swallowed by The Waters.

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  • Once Upon a Forever – Prologue

    Once Upon a Forever – Prologue

    “I apologise for calling upon you, the great ones, Fabling and Ekwe. It is with reverence that I beseech you.”

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  • Mbe and Akidi (A Fablingverse Igbo Folktale)

    Mbe and Akidi (A Fablingverse Igbo Folktale)

    Keyword: Mbe and Akidi (A Fablingverse Igbo Folktale about Tortoise)  Once upon a time in the animal kingdom, Nwunye Mbe, the tortoise’s wife, had grown tired of him. He never paid attention, never listened, and only came home when he was hungry, leaving immediately after he’d eaten. Once, while she was sweeping the house, Mbe

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  • Our Coach – Chapter 13

    Our Coach – Chapter 13

    The tension in the air was thick, the kind that made every breath feel heavier than the last. Golden Stars had just earned a side throw, their only glimmer of hope in a match that was quickly slipping away.

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  • Our Coach – Chapter 12

    Our Coach – Chapter 12

    Our Coach – Chapter 12 – Nigerian Story, Football, Dapo, Sports Story, Read Free Stories Online, Free Web Novel, Fabling, Pam Daniella’s steps quickened as she caught sight of Dapo and his teammates heading toward the stadium. She hesitated for a moment, then squared her shoulders and crossed the lot to intercept them. “Dapo,” she

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  • Our Coach – Chapter 11

    Our Coach – Chapter 11

    Our Coach – Chapter 11 – Nigerian Story, Football, Dapo, Sports Story, Read Free Stories Online, Free Web Novel, Fabling, Pam A massive digital board loomed over the field, flashed bright letters: SEMI-FINALS Unstoppable vs. Golden Stars Holy Players vs. Green Stars In the commentator’s box, two voices cut through the stadium noise, adding a

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  • Our Coach – Chapter 10

    Our Coach – Chapter 10

    Our Coach – Chapter 10 – Nigerian Story, Football, Dapo, Sports Story, Read Free Stories Online, Free Web Novel, Fabling, Pam The whistle pierced the air, its sharp tone signaling the start of the second half. The stadium erupted into cheers and jeers as Dapo and Sean Swift stepped onto the field. For Dapo, everything

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  • Our Coach – Chapter 9

    Our Coach – Chapter 9

    Our Coach – Chapter 9 – Nigerian Story, Football, Dapo, Sports Story, Read Free Stories Online, Free Web Novel, Fabling, Pam GOLDEN STARS VS RAZORS In the center of the field, David—”Rich Kid” emblazoned across the back of his jersey—moved like he owned the turf. The ball seemed magnetized to his feet as he weaved

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  • Our Coach – Chapter 8

    Our Coach – Chapter 8

    Our Coach – Chapter 8 – Nigerian Story, Football, Dapo, Sports Story, Read Free Stories Online, Free Web Novel, Fabling, Pam The dining hall buzzed with energy. Every table was crowded, packed with teams in matching kits, their laughter and chatter rising above the clinking of trays and utensils. Dapo stood at the entrance, his

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  • Our Coach – Chapter 7

    Our Coach – Chapter 7

    Our Coach – Chapter 7 – Nigerian Story, Football, Dapo, Sports Story, Read Free Stories Online, Free Web Novel, Fabling, Pam The room was a patchwork of chaos and order. Thin mattresses were arranged across the floor, some neat, others haphazardly tossed about. Bags, shoes, and clothes filled the gaps like a battlefield of belongings.

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  • Our Coach – Chapter 6

    Our Coach – Chapter 6

    Our Coach – Chapter 6 – Nigerian Story, Football, Dapo, Sports Story, Read Free Stories Online, Free Web Novel, Fabling, Pam The locker room buzzed with ‘game-day’ energy. Laughter echoed off the walls, mixing with the sharp rustle of jerseys and the metallic clinks of locker doors shutting. The team, dressed in their green and

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  • Our Coach – Chapter 5

    Our Coach – Chapter 5

    Our Coach – Chapter 5 – Nigerian Story, Football, Dapo, Sports Story, Read Free Stories Online, Free Web Novel, Fabling, Pam The football field was bathed in the golden hues of the setting sun, its glow casting long shadows over the worn grass. Dapo remained on the field, his breath labored and sweat pouring down

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  • Our Coach – Chapter 4

    Our Coach – Chapter 4

    Our Coach – Chapter 4 – Nigerian Story, Football, Coach James, Sports Story, Read Free Stories Online, Free Web Novel, Fabling, Pam The afternoon sun slanted through the small windows of the Oladapo household, casting long shadows across the sparsely furnished living room. In the corner, Mrs. Oladapo sat hunched over her sewing machine, its

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  • Our Coach – Chapter 3

    Our Coach – Chapter 3

    Our Coach – Chapter 3 – Nigerian Story, Football, Dapo, Sports Story, Read Free Stories Online, Free Web Novel, Fabling, Pam The morning sun cast a pale light over Matilda’s neighborhood, painting her small, modest house in subdued hues. Dapo stood outside the gate, his heart heavy, his mind clouded from a sleepless night filled

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  • Our Coach – Chapter 2

    Our Coach – Chapter 2

    Our Coach – Chapter 2 – Nigerian Story, Football, Dapo, Sports Story, Read Free Stories Online, Free Web Novel, Fabling, Pam The bar’s private booth was cloaked in a haze of smoke, a mix of cheap weed and expensive lies. Laughter bounced off the walls, mingling with the bass-heavy music pounding from the main room.

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  • Our Coach – Chapter 1

    Our Coach – Chapter 1

    Our Coach Chapter 1 – Nigerian Story, Football, Dapo, Sports Story, Read Free Stories Online, Free Web Novel, Fabling, Pam The evening sun dipped below the horizon, casting an amber glow over the bustling ghetto street. The air buzzed with shouts and laughter as a group of scrappy young boys commandeered the road for their

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  • Lyrics to Ka Esi Le Onye Isi Oche (Gwo Gwo Gwo Ngwo) Gentleman, Mike Ejeagha

    Lyrics to Ka Esi Le Onye Isi Oche (Gwo Gwo Gwo Ngwo) Gentleman, Mike Ejeagha

    Nnam eze, a kpàtà m enyi My father, king, I have bought and brought Elephant. Nnam eze, a kpàtà m enyi My father, king, I have bought and brought Elephant.

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  • The Hot Water Challenge: Why Lizard Nods Its Head

    The Hot Water Challenge: Why Lizard Nods Its Head

    Keywords: The Hot Water Challenge, Why Lizard Nods Its Head, The Animal Kingdom, Fabling Folktale, Igbo Folktale, African Folklore, Fablingverse In the heart of the Animal Kingdom, there was a wise king with a beloved daughter. To find a suitor worthy of her, he devised a unique challenge: only a man who could endure immense

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  • The Tale of Omekagu – Chapter Six (Adapted From Mike Ejeagha’s folksong)

    The Tale of Omekagu – Chapter Six (Adapted From Mike Ejeagha’s folksong)

    The Tale of Omekagu – Chapter Six (Adapted From Mike Ejeagha’s folksong) KeyWords: The Tale of Omekagu – Chapter Six, Igbo to English translation, Mike Ejeagha’s song, Omekagu, lyrics, Igbo folk music, Opi, Omenani, folksong, Fablingverse folktales, Igbo folktale, fabling, ọfọ na ogu, free to read, read free stories from Africa “You! Murderer!” The king

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  • The Tale of Omekagu – Chapter Five (Adapted From Mike Ejeagha’s folksong)

    The Tale of Omekagu – Chapter Five (Adapted From Mike Ejeagha’s folksong)

    The Tale of Omekagu – Chapter Five (Adapted From Mike Ejeagha’s folksong) KeyWords: The Tale of Omekagu – Chapter Five, Igbo to English translation, Mike Ejeagha’s song, Omekagu, lyrics, Igbo folk music, Opi, Omenani, folksong, Fablingverse folktales, Igbo folktale, fabling, ọfọ na ogu, free to read, read free stories from Africa Back at the palace,

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  • The Tale of Omekagu – Chapter Four (Adapted From Mike Ejeagha’s folksong)

    The Tale of Omekagu – Chapter Four (Adapted From Mike Ejeagha’s folksong)

    The Tale of Omekagu – Chapter Four (Adapted From Mike Ejeagha’s folksong) KeyWords: The Tale of Omekagu – Chapter Four, Igbo to English translation, Mike Ejeagha’s song, Omekagu, lyrics, Igbo folk music, Opi, Omenani, folksong, Fablingverse folktales, Igbo folktale, fabling, ọfọ na ogu, free to read, read free stories from Africa “Once upon a time,

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  • The Tale of Omekagu – Chapter Three (Adapted From Mike Ejeagha’s folksong)

    The Tale of Omekagu – Chapter Three (Adapted From Mike Ejeagha’s folksong)

    The Tale of Omekagu – Chapter Three (Adapted From Mike Ejeagha’s folksong) KeyWords: The Tale of Omekagu – Chapter Three, Igbo to English translation, Mike Ejeagha’s song, Omekagu, lyrics, Igbo folk music, Opi, Omenani, folksong, Fablingverse folktales, Igbo folktale, fabling, ọfọ na ogu, free to read, read free stories from Africa “What do you mean,

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  • The Tale of Omekagu – Chapter Two (Adapted From Mike Ejeagha’s folksong)

    The Tale of Omekagu – Chapter Two (Adapted From Mike Ejeagha’s folksong)

    That night, as Omekagu snuck into his stepmother’s kitchen to eat the large portion of Antelope meat that his step brother had left for him, the village’s dibia got a divination from the gods for Omekagu’s brother.

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  • The Tale of Omekagu – Chapter One (Adapted From Mike Ejeagha’s folksong)

    The Tale of Omekagu – Chapter One (Adapted From Mike Ejeagha’s folksong)

    Has it ever been known that a story would be titled after a secondary character? And has yam ever sprout with its bottom first? Yet, it became known in the tale of Omekagu.

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  • Everybody’s Man – Chapter 19

    Everybody’s Man – Chapter 19

    Keywords: Everybody’s Man, Brostitute, African Folktales, Femi, Alero, Web Novel, Nigerian, A Fablingverse Story, Nigerian, Drama, Fabling, Pam, Free Short Stories “Hey, pass me the fan head,” Alero said. She was kneeling over a box, trying to figure out how to squeeze things in. Femi lifted it off its body and handed it to her.

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  • Everybody’s Man – Chapter 18

    Everybody’s Man – Chapter 18

    Keywords: Everybody’s Man, Brostitute, African Folktales, Femi, Alero, Web Novel, Nigerian, A Fablingverse Story, Nigerian, Drama, Fabling, Pam, Free Short Stories “Why?” Femi moaned. The last person he expected to see in hell was standing over him. “Are you Chidi or a Demon?” “Unfortunately your wish for death was not granted today,” Chidi said. “Am

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  • Everybody’s Man – Chapter 17

    Everybody’s Man – Chapter 17

    Keywords: Everybody’s Man, Brostitute, African Folktales, Femi, Alero, Web Novel, Nigerian, A Fablingverse Story, Nigerian, Drama, Fabling, Pam, Free Short Stories Once upon a time, there was a little boy who played hide and seek with his female friend. He searched around for the perfect hiding place as his friend counted down but he could

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  • Everybody’s Man – Chapter 16

    Everybody’s Man – Chapter 16

    Keywords: Everybody’s Man, Brostitute, African Folktales, Femi, Alero, Web Novel, Nigerian, A Fablingverse Story, Nigerian, Drama, Fabling, Pam, Free Short Stories It was late at night when they pulled into their compound. The ride back had been quiet.  “So,” Femi started. “So, what?” Alero asked, defeated. Femi had been focused on Alero throughout the ride.

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  • Everybody’s Man – Chapter 15

    Everybody’s Man – Chapter 15

    Keywords: Everybody’s Man, Brostitute, African Folktales, Femi, Alero, Web Novel, Nigerian, A Fablingverse Story, Nigerian, Drama, Fabling, Pam, Free Short Stories Femi got up early. He looked to his side to see Alero still asleep then he got up. “I should jug.” He threw on his juggers and headed out.  Alero got up a lot

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  • Everybody’s Man – Chapter 14

    Everybody’s Man – Chapter 14

    Keywords: Everybody’s Man, Brostitute, African Folktales, Femi, Alero, Web Novel, Nigerian, A Fablingverse Story, Origin Story, Fabling, Pam, Free Short Stories “When was the last time you spoke with your former boss?” Femi’s boss asked.  He had gone to ask her for an early exit, he was to visit his mother today, he had to

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  • Everybody’s Man – Chapter 13

    Everybody’s Man – Chapter 13

    Keywords: Everybody’s Man, Brostitute, African Folktales, Femi, Alero, Web Novel, Nigerian, A Fablingverse Story, Origin Story, Jackal Tales, Fabling, Pam, Free Short Stories “Have you called your friend?” the HR asked “Which friend?” Femi asked, not looking up from his desktop.  “He called in sick.” She answered. “Ha, sick. I see. I’ll call him.” Should

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  • Everybody’s Man – Chapter 12

    Everybody’s Man – Chapter 12

    Keywords: Everybody’s Man, Brostitute, African Folktales, Femi, Alero, Web Novel, Nigerian, A Fablingverse Story, Origin Story, Jackal Tales, Fabling, Pam, Free Short Stories They had both fallen asleep in Chidi’s car and it was now morning. Chidi was the first to wake up since he had a job to get to. Alero was fast asleep

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  • Everybody’s Man – Chapter 11

    Everybody’s Man – Chapter 11

    Keywords: Everybody’s Man, Brostitute, African Folktales, Femi, Alero, Web Novel, Nigerian, A Fablingverse Story, Origin Story, Jackal Tales, Fabling, Pam, Free Short Stories Femi groaned as he slouched on Alero’s couch. He hated how her newfound happiness was making him feel. He looked at his phone screen and saw three missed calls from his mother.

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  • Everybody’s Man – Chapter 10

    Everybody’s Man – Chapter 10

    Keywords: Everybody’s Man, Brostitute, African Folktales, Femi, Alero, Web Novel, Nigerian, A Fablingverse Story, Origin Story, Jackal Tales, Fabling, Pam, Free Short Stories “Is that not Femi in his car?” Chidi asked. He was escorting Alero in after their fun night at the club. “O my God!” she exclaimed and ran to the car to

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  • Everybody’s Man – Chapter 9

    Everybody’s Man – Chapter 9

    Keywords: Everybody’s Man, Brostitute, African Folktales, Femi, Alero, Web Novel, Nigerian, A Fablingverse Story, Origin Story, Fabling, Pam, Free Short Stories The next day at work was pretty decent for Femi. The HR had completely lost interest in him for some reason, and he was already taking on tasks.  “Let’s grab a drink after work,”

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  • Everybody’s Man – Chapter 8

    Everybody’s Man – Chapter 8

    Keywords: Everybody’s Man, Brostitute, African Folktales, Femi, Alero, Web Novel, Nigerian, A Fablingverse Story, Origin Story, Fabling, Pam, Free Short Stories It was annoying. Watching Alero Faun over Chidi. It made Femi’s stomach turn. He hated it. He hated this image of Alero When she opened the door to welcome him, with her normal pleasant

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  • THE TALE OF OMEKAGU – MIKE EJEAGHA FOLKSONG LYRICS

    THE TALE OF OMEKAGU – MIKE EJEAGHA FOLKSONG LYRICS

    Ndi be anyi, onye sị nwantakịrị jide nkakwụ, Ya dobekwara ya mmiri ọ ga-eji wee kwụa aka. Our people, He that asks a child to hold a rat, must prepare water that he will wash his hands with…

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