Tushar Mangl

In the vibrant South American village of Mariposa Azul , Samantha, reeling from a failed marriage, embarks on a journey of healing. Entangled with a brooding poet named Javier, she confronts the bittersweet truth about love, happiness, and the need for self-reliance. Tragic yet transformative, this story illuminates the eternal quest for fulfilment amidst the colours of life. Why did Samantha come to Mariposa Azul? If you have ever stumbled upon a postcard-perfect village, you will know what I mean when I say Mariposa Azul felt too beautiful to be real. The skies flirted between cerulean and stormy grey, the trees whispered secrets, and even the air smelled like ripe mangoes and fresh beginnings. I came here because my life, quite frankly, had gone sideways. I am Samantha—34, moderately charming (on good days), and freshly divorced. When your husband packs up for another woman, leaving behind your favourite frying pan and a three-word note that reads “Not happy, sorry,” you find your...

In the shadow of the Jasmine tree: Breaking free from a toxic family In the decaying splendour of Eyrevale Manor, Elara battles toxic parents, rekindles forbidden love, and questions whether she can escape the chains of her upbringing. Under a canopy of jasmine, secrets are shared, hearts break, and truths unravel. Set in an enchanting town, this story examines love, loss, and the painful pursuit of self-discovery. What happens when home feels like a battleground? No one warns you how heavy a homecoming can feel when the word home means nothing to you. If there is one universal truth, it is this: not all homes are sanctuaries. For some, they are labyrinths of unspoken grudges, passive-aggressive remarks, and familial obligations wrapped in barbed wire. My story, dear reader, begins in the sweltering heat of Eyrevale—a coastal town so humid it could curdle your very thoughts. And for me, Eyrevale wasn’t just oppressive because of its climate. No, it was the family home that truly choke...

Emerson Kane, a cartographer burdened by loss, returns to Tamsen’s Hollow, a village steeped in memory. There, he meets Isla Thorne, an herbalist who gently helps him confront his grief. Their love is tender, rooted in understanding and healing. But as life’s trials unfold, Emerson learns the beauty—and pain—of truly loving someone. What brings a man back to the place he tried to forget? There are places we carry with us no matter how far we go. Tamsen’s Hollow was one of those for me. A small village in the crook of a valley, its cobbled streets had long since faded in my memory. But as the cab lurched through rain-slicked paths and the faint outline of the willow came into view, I felt the past grip my chest like a vice. The hollow was unchanged. Smoke curled lazily from stone chimneys, and the air carried the scent of damp earth and wild rosemary. The willow tree in the village square stood resolute, its sweeping branches brushing against the ground as though reaching for forgotten ...

In the whimsical town of Eldoria, young Eleanor grapples with her mother's fragile emotions that dictate the household's mood. Amidst enchanting landscapes and charm, Eleanor's quest to earn her mother's elusive happiness leads her through heartfelt connections, romantic entanglements, and ultimately, a tragic realization that binds their souls forever. Introduction: The storm within Eldoria The twilight sun cast long, melancholic shadows over Eldoria, a town nestled between rolling hills and lush orchards. Eleanor Fairweather stood by the grand bay window of her family's ivy-clad manor, her emerald eyes reflecting the turbulent skies. The scent of blooming wisteria wafted through the air, mingling with the distant aroma of freshly baked scones from Mrs. Maple’s renowned bakery down the lane. “Mother’s in the parlor again,” Eleanor remarked to herself, her voice tinged with both resignation and determination. The Marigold room, adorned with antique furnishings and s...

Summary A reflective tale set in the town of Evershade, this story follows Yun as he grapples with suppressed childhood trauma in therapy. Despite a privileged upbringing, his emotionally immature family left him scarred in ways he never understood until adulthood. The tale explores introspection, unexpected romance, and an inevitable tragedy. How did it begin? I had always wondered if life had a way of balancing things out. If you had plenty in one hand, did it always mean the other was lacking? On days when the rain kissed the cobblestones of Evershade, I would ask myself: why did I feel so... incomplete? Evershade, my hometown, was a jewel nestled between two rolling hills. Picture a place where the air always carried a faint trace of lavender, and the streets wound like serpents, lined with homes so quaint they seemed to have leapt out of a painting. The town’s pride was its orchard—a vast expanse of apple, pear, and plum trees that bloomed with such ferocity in spring that the sig...

The weight of apologies Set in the tropical town of Palmere, the story explores Max’s haunting fear of being wrong—a legacy of a turbulent childhood. Raised by angry parents, Max wrestles with the ghosts of his past as he navigates love, loss, and the oppressive weight of people-pleasing. Through emotional dialogues, vivid landscapes, and complex relationships, we witness Max’s journey to understand himself and the tragedy that unfolds when past scars meet present love. The sun in Palmere was relentless, pouring down molten light as if trying to bleach the land clean of its secrets. From the balcony of the old Rassler Inn, I could see the waves crashing against the rocks, their roar distant yet insistent. “You are staring again,” Max muttered, his eyes fixed on the chipped edge of his teacup. “And you are frowning again,” I shot back, leaning against the railing. Max sighed, the kind that carried years of unspoken burdens. His tall frame was hunched, as though even the breeze pressing ...