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Beware the Dogmen (opens the original)
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Beware the DogmenA 200-word werewolf flash fiction story written just for you.But first…Are you a new visitor to Twisting the Myths? Join me and over 600 myth hunters to get more quick fiction like the story below, discover mysteries and monsters, or crafting inspiration.Subscribe now<a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" href="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1512618831669-521d4b375f5d?c
From Beyond My Brother's Grave (opens the original)
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It’s been a while since I’ve shared a personal story here. My last one was an example of just how much of an overactive imagination I have. To this day, I am still amazed at myself for believing it. But it makes for a funny story.The experience I want to talk about today isn’t my overactive imagination. Although, I’m sure there are some who would argue it is proof of that, but what happened and how was so specific that I just don’t believe it was my imagination going nuts on me.Are you a first t
Learn A Word: Cornobble (opens the original)
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Welcome to Learn A Word in 100 Words.Here I will share a word, one that may have fallen out of vernacular or is just unusual. I’ll give you the definition and then share a story I wrote using the word in 100 words.I challenge you to write something using the word as well.It can be a single sentence, a 100-word drabble, or a longer story. Or if writing isn’t your jam and you’re inspired another way, go nuts. Stretch your creative muscles and show me what you’ve got!But first…Are you a new visitor
The Legends of Belle Isle (opens the original)
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Belle Isle is the home to two legends. One is your classic urban legend. The other is a Native American legend. I’m sharing both today, and you can pick your favorite.AN OLD LADY IN WHITEThe first legend is a pretty straight forward urban legend. Park your car near one of the bridges to Belle Island. (The one near Tanglewood Drive appears to be the most popular.) Turn the engine off and honk the horn three times. (The closer to midnight the better!) An old woman in white will appear and beckon y
The Werewolf of Grosse Pointe (opens the original)
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The Michigan Dogman is the most famous cryptid in Michigan (aside from Bigfoot, who apparently likes to pop in from time to time.) But he isn’t the only lycan cryptid lurking in the Mitten State.Are you a first time reader of Twisting the Myths? Discover more mysteries and monsters like the one below, enjoy a quick tale, or get inspired every month.Subscribe now<
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