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Stories in Fiction that you’ll love, handpicked by our team.

In a Flash
They say everything changes in a flash and plans go to waste, leaving you wondering how it all came to this. They’ll chase you to the ends of the earth for this. When they catch you they’ll want to know why.
By Kevin McLaughlin3 years ago in Fiction
My Greatest Heist
The plan was meticulous and the date had been set. I had spent each waking moment with countless scenarios playing through my head. This was to be my greatest heist and on that day, I cannot begin to tell you the anxiety that played havoc with my mind.
By Daniel Millington3 years ago in Fiction
Body Count
"Tell me, Kevin, how does it feel to be here?" Dr. Martinez calmly asked. "What kind of question is that? I don't want to be here."
By Lamar Wiggins3 years ago in Fiction
The Bronze Hourglass
Darkness fell. The silver glow of the moon alerted Karl it was time to begin. Carefully planned, painstakingly checked, and strategically synchronized with the security watchdog's erratic schedule, tonight was a mission go.
By Kyle Maddox3 years ago in Fiction
The Unforeseen Withdrawal
In the unforgiving heat of noon, Marcus and Stella contemplated the imposing structure of SunTrust Bank. The bank so impenetrable its vault opened right there, on the banking floor. A charming misdirection; there was another vault door beyond it.
By Ian Vince3 years ago in Fiction
Proud
I always found it funny when they said "he’d be proud" over such menial things. I’d chuckle over how daft I was to ever believe they understood him.
By Amber Bristow3 years ago in Fiction
Elephant Heist
“I could live a thousand lives… and never again a moment like this.” Aida gingerly slid the heavy gate, the metal’s agonizing creaking a problem they hadn’t solved. “I pray none of us ever live a moment like this again, Mick – and so should you!”
By Holly Pheni3 years ago in Fiction
The Collector
Simple. I was expecting simple. The old man alone in his country home filled with a stunning art collection. One old man, one job.
By C.Z.3 years ago in Fiction
Play it Cool
“Shhhh,” hissed Carolyn. “I see her, she’s at her locker.” “Oh my god,” whispered Liv “I’m gonna throw up.” “Shut up, you’re gonna be fine,” Carolyn replied rolling her eyes at her friend. “Just follow the plan!”
By Kim Loostrom3 years ago in Fiction
A Different Kind of Heist . Content Warning.
He knew what he was doing from the start. Played all the right notes to reach her heart. This heist would take time – but time he had. He had planned it all perfectly to steal what he wanted without anyone really being aware.
By Paul Stewart3 years ago in Fiction
There Were Giants In Those Days
There were giants in the earth in those days; and also after that, when the sons of God came in unto the daughters of men, and they bare children to them, the same became mighty men which were of old, men of renown. Genesis 6
By Emily Marie Concannon3 years ago in Fiction
The Worst Heist
My scales creak. I undulate over and around these bright jewels, these eggs. Each one part treasure, part ward, part of me. Some are mine. (MINE!!!!) Some belong to others, but I guard them just the same. My jaws clack and clench, grinding my anger into sparks that fly from my eyes.
By L.C. Schäfer3 years ago in Fiction