Gemotions

A person finds out their article was published under someone else's name 196 words

The email sat in Eleanor's inbox, the subject line a brutal slap in the face: “Your submission: Accepted for Publication.” But when she clicked the link, there it was, her research paper, her name...

A person finds out their article was published under someone else's name 174 words

Liam stared at the magazine, a glossy testament to someone else's accomplishment. His short story, painstakingly crafted over months, now bore the name of a 'Marcus Thorne'. He felt a strange flutter ...

A person finds out their article was published under someone else's name 141 words

"Impossible," Clara whispered, her voice barely audible. Her photographs, her carefully curated series on urban decay, were being attributed to 'Julian Blackwood' in the prestigious art magazine. Her ...

A person finds out their article was published under someone else's name 150 words

The blood drained from David’s face as he read the online blog post. His carefully researched analysis of economic trends, his very first piece of serious writing, was now published under the name '...

A person finds out their article was published under someone else's name 133 words

The professor’s research on the rare butterfly species he had spent years studying, had been published under another professor's name. A feeling of hollowness settled in his stomach. He felt a press...

A person finds out their article was published under someone else's name 131 words

Maya sat down at her computer, ready to compose a scathing email. Her opinion piece, her life’s work, was now attributed to a 'George Henderson' in a major newspaper. Her fingers hovered over the ke...

A person finds out their article was published under someone else's name 119 words

The playbill landed in her lap, showcasing the opening night of her play. But the name printed above the title wasn’t hers. It was 'Arthur Finch.' A tightness settled in her chest. She had poured he...

A person finds out their article was published under someone else's name 142 words

The award arrived in the mail, but with the wrong name etched on the plaque. Her ground-breaking research, years in the making, was now attributed to 'Dr. Alistair Finch.' A wave of heat washed over h...

A person finds out their article was published under someone else's name 115 words

Her novel was published, but the cover read: “By Julian Blackwood.” It was her first novel, the culmination of years of work. She felt a pressure behind her eyes. A deep ache seemed to emanate fro...

A person finds out their article was published under someone else's name 119 words

The symphony played, and the audience erupted in applause. However, the name of the composer announced to the crowd was not hers. "By Maestro Armand Dubois" was announced over the speakers. A sharp in...

An athlete doesn't make the team they expected to join 168 words

The notice board seemed to mock Maya. Her name wasn't among those chosen for the varsity swim team. A cold knot tightened in her stomach. She saw Liam, whose spot she'd coveted, practically bouncing w...

An athlete doesn't make the team they expected to join 150 words

David stared at the basketball team roster. His name was missing. He felt a wave of emptiness wash over him, followed by a flush of heat creeping up his neck. He saw the coach approach a dejected-look...

An athlete doesn't make the team they expected to join 186 words

"No, I can't believe it." Sarah slumped onto a bench, a crumpled paper in her hand. The rhythmic thud of the soccer ball against the net felt like a drumbeat in the sudden, hollow silence of her disap...

An athlete doesn't make the team they expected to join 159 words

The track meet had just concluded, and Michael, a talented sprinter, stared at the results. He had failed to qualify for the state championships. A bitter taste coated his mouth. He found himself walk...

An athlete doesn't make the team they expected to join 147 words

The rhythmic clack of the ice skates against the rink echoed in Leo’s ears. He wasn’t selected for the junior hockey team. He felt a tremor of sadness. He spotted Daniel, his friend, who had made ...

An athlete doesn't make the team they expected to join 123 words

"This isn't real." Emily looked at the tennis team roster. Her name was not on the list. A wave of heat washed over her face. She saw Chloe, her fiercest competitor, jumping up and down with excitemen...

An athlete doesn't make the team they expected to join 129 words

The volleyball coach called out the names for the team. When he said, "Beth," she had felt a jolt of shock. Sarah’s heart sank, and her shoulders slumped. She had imagined this moment for months. Ac...

An athlete doesn't make the team they expected to join 123 words

The band audition results were posted. Tom's name wasn’t on the list. The music room felt stuffy, the instruments like accusing specters. He saw Alex, who had secured a place. Alex was beaming, surr...

An athlete doesn't make the team they expected to join 122 words

The dance team selections were posted. Chloe’s name was not listed. She felt a wave of emptiness. The room seemed to spin. She looked over at Mia, whose name was on the list. Mia was thrilled, beami...

An athlete doesn't make the team they expected to join 114 words

"No." Ben stared at the baseball team roster. He had been cut. His chest tightened. He saw Mark, who had made the team. Mark was overjoyed. Ben felt a stinging sensation behind his eyes. He walked ov...

An employee is transferred to a different department 159 words

The fluorescent lights of the accounting department hummed a monotonous tune as Sarah packed her desk. Her stomach fluttered with a nervous energy, a feeling she often associated with butterflies. She...

An employee is transferred to a different department 139 words

Michael adjusted his tie, his fingers tracing the smooth fabric. The move to marketing felt like stepping onto a vibrant stage after years in the quiet library of IT. He felt a quiet excitement. He sa...

An employee is transferred to a different department 127 words

The scent of freshly brewed coffee drifted through the hallway as Emily prepared to leave the research lab. She felt a lightness, a sense of buoyancy in her steps. The move to human resources was a su...

An employee is transferred to a different department 130 words

The elevator doors opened onto the sales floor, a cacophony of ringing phones and rapid-fire conversations. I, too, prepared to begin working here. The transition from the calm of the warehouse was a ...

An employee is transferred to a different department 118 words

The artist's studio felt cold as Daniel prepared to leave. He knew his move from design to operations meant less creative work, which made him feel odd, like a misplaced jigsaw piece. He looked around...

An employee is transferred to a different department 112 words

As I boxed up my belongings in the engineering department, a warmth spread through my chest. It was a familiar, pleasing sensation. I walked toward Mr. Evans, who looked frustrated, fiddling with a co...

An employee is transferred to a different department 119 words

The sterile environment of the laboratory was a world away from the sunny optimism of the marketing department. As I cleared my things, I felt a gentle ache. I knew I wouldn’t miss the late nights. ...

An employee is transferred to a different department 114 words

The hum of the server room was a familiar background to me as I prepared to leave. The new role in the customer service department felt like a leap into the unknown. I saw Mrs. Davies, the head of IT,...

An employee is transferred to a different department 118 words

The cold, metallic air of the manufacturing plant swirled around me. I felt a pang of sentiment as I packed my toolbox, ready for my new role in quality control. I glanced at Mark, the lead engineer. ...

An employee is transferred to a different department 101 words

The familiar scent of ink and paper filled my nostrils as I prepared for the transition from the publishing department. I was excited about this new change. I noticed Ms. Peterson, my supervisor, look...

Someone receives a friend request from a childhood bully 120 words

The notification popped up: "Mark Thompson sent you a friend request." Sarah’s breath hitched. Mark Thompson. The boy who'd once stolen her lunch money and tripped her in the school hallway. Now, ye...

Someone receives a friend request from a childhood bully 137 words

A tremor ran through David as he saw the name: Brenda Miller. The girl who used to call him "four eyes" and hide his books. Now, a request. He ran a hand through his hair, the years seeming to fall aw...

Someone receives a friend request from a childhood bully 99 words

The email arrived, plain and unassuming: "Request from Kevin Riley." Lisa stared at the screen, her stomach churning. Kevin. The one who'd spread rumors, the one who'd delighted in her pain. Her finge...

Someone receives a friend request from a childhood bully 119 words

"Friend request from Jason Carter." Emily's gaze focused on the words, the name a vivid echo from a painful past. He'd been relentless, the source of countless tears and whispered insults. Now, this. ...

Someone receives a friend request from a childhood bully 105 words

The screen glowed: "Daniel Baker sent you a friend request." Michael felt a coldness creep into his chest. Daniel. The bully, the tormentor, the one who’d made his childhood a living hell. His hand ...

Someone receives a friend request from a childhood bully 110 words

The notification was blunt: "Scott Peterson wants to be friends." Jessica's breath caught in her throat. Scott. The boy who had systematically chipped away at her self-esteem. She closed her eyes, rem...

Someone receives a friend request from a childhood bully 108 words

It was a shock: "Robert Hughes sent you a friend request." James hadn't thought about Robert in years, yet the memory of the playground taunts and the stolen toys was still sharp. A tightness formed i...

Someone receives a friend request from a childhood bully 104 words

The banner: “From: Ashley Miller.” The name hit Chloe like a physical blow. Ashley. The queen bee, the instigator, the cause of so much misery in middle school. Her fingers tightened on the mouse....

Someone receives a friend request from a childhood bully 86 words

The request from: “Gary Henderson.” John recognized the name immediately. Gary. The boy who’d made his life a misery. The boy who had made him cry. His jaw clenched. He thought of all the years,...

Someone receives a friend request from a childhood bully 93 words

"Friend request: Jeremy Stevens." The name seemed to vibrate in the silence of the room. Sarah remembered him very well. Her stomach clenched. The cruel words, the public humiliation. She could reject...

A person finds out their surprise party has been cancelled 153 words

The balloons, deflated and forgotten in the corner of the apartment, were a silent testament to the evening that wouldn't be. A wave of warmth spread through her chest as she read the text: "Party's o...

A person finds out their surprise party has been cancelled 109 words

Rain lashed against the windowpane as Daniel stared at the message on his phone. His heart sank, but it wasn't from sadness. It was more like a gentle ache, a feeling of let-down for the friends who h...

A person finds out their surprise party has been cancelled 119 words

"Cancelled," the word echoed in her mind. Her friend, Sarah, had painstakingly organised this, and now all that hard work was for naught. It was going to be a stressful week for Sarah with a very ill ...

A person finds out their surprise party has been cancelled 94 words

The email arrived, a digital dagger to the heart of the carefully laid plans. Her shoulders slumped slightly. The party, the meticulous arrangements, the effort everyone had poured into it - all gone....

A person finds out their surprise party has been cancelled 102 words

The silence of the house was punctuated by the rhythmic ticking of the grandfather clock. She reread the message: "Unexpected family emergency. Party is off." A gentle feeling washed over her, a deep ...

A person finds out their surprise party has been cancelled 91 words

He stared at the words on the screen, the news of the party’s cancellation hitting him with a gentle thud. The time and the care his friends had invested in the event, all for nothing. He wasn’t ...

A person finds out their surprise party has been cancelled 101 words

The vibrant decorations, the colourful streamers, the nearly-empty pizza boxes, and the half-eaten cake, were all poignant symbols of the evening that never transpired. Her best friend had put everyth...

A person finds out their surprise party has been cancelled 91 words

The party, which had been planned for weeks, was called off. The organiser sent a message: "I'm so sorry, but I had to cancel." It was her friend, and the reason didn't matter. He felt the familiar t...

A person finds out their surprise party has been cancelled 92 words

Her eyes scanned the short, regretful message. It was her brother’s party, and all the guests had been invited. There were many reasons for the cancellation, and the most important was family. She ...

A person finds out their surprise party has been cancelled 91 words

The confetti, a colourful mess scattered across the table, was a reminder of the planned celebration that wouldn't happen. A text message, short and apologetic, was to blame. She felt a familiar feeli...