Short Story Selections

By: Asa Montreaux Chapter 12: Secrets and Shadows The sun rose over The Andrews School, bathing the sprawling campus in golden light. The sounds of laughter and chatter echoed through the halls as students prepared for another day of magical learning. Hugh, Fiona, Eliza, Mish, and their new friends gathered in the cafeteria, buzzing with anticipation for their upcoming classes. “Today is our first session of Advanced Spellwork!” Eliza announced, her eyes sparkling with excitement. “I can’t wait to see what we’ll learn!” “Right? I heard it’s where we really dive into the fun stuff,” Mish chimed in, her enthusiasm infectious. “I want to master some elemental spells.” As they filled their plates with breakfast, Sam leaned closer, a hint of mischief in his eyes. “You all know about the hidden library, right?” “Hidden library?” Fiona echoed, her curiosity piqued. “What are you talking about?” “Yeah, it’s supposed to be an underground section of the school, filled with ancient tomes and forb...

By: Asa Montreaux Chapter 11: Whispers and Wonders The morning sun filtered through the grand windows of The Andrews School, in Manhattan, New York, casting beams of light across the expansive library. Hugh, Fiona, Eliza, and Mish gathered around a large oak table strewn with spellbooks, notes, and parchment. The atmosphere was buzzing with excitement and the sweet scent of freshly brewed tea wafting in from the nearby kitchen. “Did you see the latest post on Instagram?” Eliza exclaimed, scrolling through her phone, her eyes wide with excitement. “It’s all about the new students and their crazy powers!” Mish leaned over, curious. “What do you mean? Who’s posted what?” Eliza swiped her screen, revealing a brightly lit picture of a student levitating several books in mid-air, surrounded by a group of wide-eyed peers. The caption read: “Just your average day at The Andrews School! #MagicLife #Telekinesis.” Fiona chuckled, shaking her head. “They’re not even trying to hide it! Can you imag...

By: Asa Montreaux Chapter 9: Shadows Unveiled The next few days at The Andrews School blurred by in a haze of discovery. Every class peeled back a layer of reality that Mish had never known existed. She felt herself growing more connected to her power each time she practiced, though the deeper she went, the more she realized she had barely scratched the surface. Today, however, felt different. Mish woke with a strange sensation in the pit of her stomach—a pull, almost like a voice beckoning her, though there were no words. She pushed the feeling aside as she prepared for her classes, but it lingered, casting a shadow over the day. As she walked to the Basic Spells class with Eliza and Hugh, the unease tightened its grip. “Anyone else feeling a little… off?” Mish asked, glancing at her friends. They both shrugged, a mixture of curiosity and confusion on their faces. “Maybe it’s just the stress of everything,” Hugh suggested, his brow furrowed. “New school, new powers… it can be overwhel...

Chapter 7: The Art of Spellcraft The next morning, the sun rose over The Andrews School, casting a soft glow on the cobblestone paths winding through the sprawling campus. Eliza Carter sat at breakfast, her excitement palpable as she anticipated her first class in Basic Spells. The dining hall buzzed with energy, filled with the laughter and chatter of students discussing their experiences and the powers they hoped to master. “Today’s the day!” Fiona exclaimed, her eyes sparkling with enthusiasm. “I can’t wait to see what spells we’ll learn.” “Same here,” Eliza replied, feeling the familiar thrill of possibility coursing through her veins. “I wonder what kind of spells we’ll get to try.” Across the table, Hugh leaned forward, his expression serious. “I’ve heard that Basic Spells can unlock new levels of power for each of us. If we learn to harness them correctly, we could amplify our abilities significantly.” “Imagine what we could do!” Fiona said, her voice filled with awe. “...

 

An illustrated and audio-narrated version. By: Asa Montreaux Chapter 5: The Ember Within Fiona Graves stood at the gates of The Andrews School, a sprawling campus tucked deep in the heart of the Adirondacks. The impressive stone walls and towering buildings loomed before her, casting long shadows in the golden light of the afternoon. She could still feel the lingering warmth of the hearth back home in Rothbury, where her friends Clara, Tom, and Jake were undoubtedly planning another one of their weekend adventures. Yet here she was, miles away from them, in a world that felt like a distant dream. She tightened her grip on her suitcase, the weight of her decision still heavy on her heart. Pyrokinesis. A gift that both fascinated and terrified her. She’d been honing it for years in secret, always careful to stay in control, always fearful of what might happen if she didn’t. But here, at The Andrews School, she was about to face a new challenge: embracing her power without holdin...

Chapter 4: The Sky Dancer In the rolling countryside of New York, just beyond the bustling cityscape, was the small town of Maplewood. Its serene beauty and quiet charm made it a picturesque setting for families and nature lovers alike. Among its residents was Eliza Carter, a fifteen-year-old with a unique gift: the ability to levitate herself and others. Eliza’s power was a source of wonder and a bit of trouble, as her talent for floating above the ground often led to unexpected and adventurous situations. It was a crisp autumn afternoon, and Eliza was in her element. She had made her way to the town’s local park, a sprawling green area with tall trees and wide-open spaces that were perfect for practicing her abilities. Today, the park was almost empty, with only a few scattered visitors enjoying the fall weather. Eliza stood at the center of a grassy field, her focus directed at a small pile of leaves she had gathered. With a deep breath, she extended her hand, and the leaves began t...

By: Asa Montreaux Chapter 3: The Flame Keeper The morning mist clung to the rolling hills of rural England as the sleepy village of Rothbury began to stir. Nestled in a quaint, picturesque corner of the countryside, Rothbury was a place where time seemed to move a little slower, and the hustle and bustle of city life felt like a distant memory. Among the winding streets and charming cottages, there was a sense of peace and simplicity that its residents cherished. However, for Fiona Graves, fifteen and living on the outskirts of Rothbury, the tranquility of her village was often interrupted by her restless energy and an extraordinary gift—pyrokinesis. Fiona’s fiery abilities were a cause of fascination and frustration. She could conjure and control flames with her mind, a skill she had been honing in secret for as long as she could remember. Today was no different. Fiona had taken the train into the nearby town of Harford, a larger hub where she often visited to find solace from the con...