A word from our sponsor:

The Breast Form Store Little Imperfections Big Rewards Sale Banner Ad (Save up to 50% off)

BigCloset HatBox: Premium Stories

Quick Cuts - Recent Content

Title Name Post date
Older but wiser? 13 hours 41 min ago
some encouraging news 2025/02/25 - 9:38am
Today's quote 2025/02/25 - 8:32am
Curse of the Fountain -11- by Melanie Brown on Patreon 2025/02/24 - 3:04pm
Trump & Elon's Exec Order 2025/02/24 - 11:34am
I'm beginning to think my wife has given up objecting. 2025/02/23 - 10:02pm
Circle in the Sand Chapter 13 2025/02/23 - 5:00pm
Funds are low 2025/02/23 - 1:41pm
Weather you believe it 2025/02/23 - 4:55am
For everyone who does NOT need help writing correctly (not) 2025/02/22 - 5:27pm
Pitfalls and limitations of using AI 2025/02/22 - 10:48am
Launching a Story Universe! 2025/02/22 - 6:22am
Writing TG stories in 2025 2025/02/21 - 7:21pm
Questions and Confessions 2025/02/19 - 7:10am
grammar problem 2025/02/18 - 7:35pm
Article About Trump 2025/02/18 - 6:51pm
There is nothing to worry about ... 2025/02/16 - 5:16pm
I'm okay 2025/02/15 - 8:43pm
BCTS Patreon Experiments: books! 2025/02/15 - 4:33pm
Fighting back ... 2025/02/15 - 11:10am
I am a goner 2025/02/15 - 4:11am
Dawning - 2025 February Short Story Month Story Challenge 2025/02/04 - 4:30pm
February is Short Story Month! 2025/02/01 - 2:09pm
Space and Time for Romance #2 - My New Anthology on Amazon 2024/03/31 - 3:34pm
A Christmas Wish 2024/02/08 - 1:46am
BC Funds and the Hatbox 2022/02/17 - 3:30pm
How to Process Removing Hate Reviews from your Amazon Published Works 2021/11/11 - 8:39am
The Power of the Pen 2020/06/22 - 11:59am
Everybody Wins! 2015 Summer Vacation Getaway Contest Results 2015/07/02 - 7:16am
TopShelf's 2015 Summer Vacation Getaway! Story Contest 2015/03/12 - 10:29am
Edeyn 2013/09/30 - 6:57am
BigCloset TopShelf's 2012 Reconciliation Story Contest Winners 2012/11/29 - 11:41pm
Images 2 2012/09/30 - 3:42pm
Images 1 2012/09/30 - 1:59pm
BigCloset December 2011 Christmas Spirit Contest Voting 2012/01/12 - 6:59pm
BCTS Summer Romance 2011 Contest Results 2011/11/30 - 5:11am
BigCloset TopShelf's October 2011 TG Terror Contest Results 2011/11/07 - 7:39am
TopShelf's December 2010 Santa's Helper Story Contest Results 2011/01/01 - 7:47am
TopShelf's December 2009 Christmas Holidays Contest Results 2010/12/30 - 5:20pm
TopShelf's December 2010 Santa's Helper Story Contest 2010/11/25 - 9:22am
TopShelf's October 2010 All Hallows Eve Contest Results! 2010/11/16 - 6:41am
TopShelf's Summer Romance 2010 Contest Results 2010/07/30 - 3:22pm
October TG Terror Contest Winners 2009/11/30 - 7:44am
Topshelf's Summer Romance 2008 Story Contest Winners 2008/08/28 - 3:54am
Topshelf's Summer Romance 2008 Story Contest 2008/06/24 - 3:05am
BigCloset Retro-Classic Stories 2004/08/11 - 4:16am
S T O R Y    T E A S E R S

The Girl with a Curl. Chapter 3 of 7

Author: 

Audience Rating: 

Publication: 

Genre: 

TG Themes: 

Character Age: 

Permission: 

Chapter 3

I called Marilyn the next morning, before I left the motel. She told me that there was a car park on Portland Terrace, not far from the office, and to park there if I got to Southampton before the office closed. She would contact Gloria to get another key cut for the house and the office for me. I took my time going east, my car wasn’t as swift as Marilyn’s.



If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 74 words long.

Stuck in the Middle -78

Author: 

Audience Rating: 

Publication: 

Character Age: 

Permission: 



Stuck in the Middle


In this Chapter, Emily struggles with the lingering weight of her nightmares as she faces another session with Dr. Hart. Memories of her past mix with the fears she carries, making it hard to separate what was from what still haunts her. Through Dr. Hart’s steady guidance, she begins to grasp the idea of grounding herself, of taking small steps to loosen the hold of the past. As she leaves the session, the looming approach of adoption day stirs a mix of excitement and uncertainty. With New Year’s Eve just a day away, Emily finds herself standing at the edge of a new beginning, torn between holding onto the past and learning to trust in the future.

Copyright © Natasa Jacobs. All Rights Reserved.



If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 129 words long.

Southern Sunlight -4

Author: 

Audience Rating: 

Publication: 

Character Age: 

Permission: 



Southern Sunlight


The Prequel to “Stuck in the Middle


In this Chapter, the simple rhythm of a Monday unfolds with the warmth of home, the steady hands of hard work, and the quiet magic of small adventures. Between morning chores, tracking a runaway mule, and playful moments with Papa, the day is filled with the kind of lessons that don’t always come from words. As evening settles, the comfort of family, good food, and fireflies remind Emily that some days are meant to be savored, down to the very last bite of peach cobbler.

Copyright © Natasa Jacobs. All Rights Reserved.



If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 101 words long.

Working For A Living Chapter 16 (Final Chapter)

Author: 

Caution: 

Audience Rating: 

Publication: 

Genre: 

Character Age: 

Other Keywords: 

Permission: 

Concert Stage.jpg


If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 0 words long.

Positively Patsy - by Marianne G on Kindle

Author: 

Audience Rating: 

Organizational: 

Patrick Reece never went to college but ended up paying the bills by working in a diner. But he had a plan to better himself by writing original songs.

positivelypatsy-cov-002_0_0.jpg
Positively Patsy
by Marianne G
Now on Kindle


If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 37 words long.

There is Nothing like a Dame Chapter 10

Author: 

Audience Rating: 

Publication: 

Genre: 

TG Elements: 

Character Age: 

Permission: 

361304-pentax-645z-sample-image_0.jpg

There is Nothing like a Dame

A novel by Bronwen Welsh



If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 11 words long.

Happiness and a Warm Gun

----------=BigCloset Retro Classic!=----------

★ Definitive Gemstone Story ★

Synopsis: As a young boy nineteen years ago, Cindy was the victim of a serial child molester. Now the man who did it is about to be released from prison. What does she intend to do about him; and how is she coping?

This is a stylistic change from my previous writings, a darker, leaner story. You've been warned! Parts of this story are autobiographical.

Story: This story deals with the continuing mental trauma of a victim of child molestation. While there are no depictions of child molestation, there are flashbacks that contain some details. If this sort of thing is upsetting to you, please do not read this story. All the people in this story are fictional, except for the sexual predator that started it all, may his soul rot in hell. KJT

Happiness And A Warm Gun
 

By Karen J. Taylor
Copyright 2006



If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 152 words long.

Jack and Jill by Trudy - 9 - Melanie and Sara Sisters


Jack and Jill, by Trudy
9 - Melanie and Sara Sisters


By Jessica C


Melvin thought it was weird to be Jill for Halloween...
That his friend Trudy liked it made it okay...
That he has to act as a pregnant girl was credited to Mel...
But acting as pregnant student Melanie’s roll extends into February…



If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 56 words long.

SRU: A Higher Power -2- Nightlight

Andrew was afraid of the dark....

SRU: Nightlight

by Lainie Lee



If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 11 words long.

Night Fox Chapter 7

k1s6cn.png


If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 0 words long.

Let the right one in

.
.Let the Right one

Written by Dauphin
A boy is bullied because he is different, but has one person that is his friend, although no one
can see her

"AHorror story woth heart. I was in suspense all the time and had my hankies out." Diana
"The original movie had a big impact on me, i just had to be influenced by it" Dauphin


If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 64 words long.

Gaby Book 15 ~ Friends ~ Chapter *31* A Different Christmas

Author: 

Audience Rating: 

Publication: 

Character Age: 

TG Universes & Series: 

Permission: 



If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 8 words long.

A Second Chance -- Chapter 24

SecondChance.jpg

A Second Chance

By Dawn Natelle

TUESDAY, May 17, 2016



If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 8 words long.

Jack and Jill by Trudy - 8 - Jill and Melanie Go On


Jack and Jill, by Trudy
8 - Jill and Melanie Go On


Melvin thought it was weird to be Jill for Halloween...
But his friend Trudy liked it that made it okay...
A dare to act as a pregnant girl was credited to him,
Now acting as that pregnant student is his roll into February.



If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 54 words long.

'Twas the week before Christmas

'Twas the week before Christmas

This is from Jaci. Give all kudos to her.



If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 14 words long.

Angel of the Battlefield

Author: 

Caution: 

Audience Rating: 

Publication: 

Genre: 

Character Age: 

Permission: 

A white-haired girl walks down the middle of the shadow of death. There is nothing in the barren wasteland besides craters and tree stumps. The wind kicks up the dirt and grime.The girl is not fazed by the flying layer of dust. Not a speck of the filth touches her beautiful fair skin and none penetrates her glowing blue eyes. She abruptly starts sprinting to the top of a hill and lays down. She unslings her rifle and aims at a black-haired, red-eyed man.



If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 85 words long.

Andi and Allie - 30

Andi and Allie – Chapter 30

“…and a silver sixpence in her shoe.”

30-1a 8_East_62nd_Street_front_0.jpg



If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 11 words long.

Devil's Due (Revised)

Devil's Due: A Tale From Meridian
by Daniela A. Wolfe (D.A.W.)
dark-art-2838965_1920.jpg


A man has made a deal with the devil, now that one of Lady Satan's servants has come to collect his life will be changed forever.



If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 39 words long.

The Christmas Angel

lights06.gif
December 2017 Christmas Dreams Story Contest Entry
Elf 2.jpg


If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 6 words long.

Swap at Failure (one page RPG)

Swap By Failure is designed as a one-page pen and paper that has all necessary rules to play it on just one page. For this game, there is no general setting, but I recommend a normal non-magical world on the height of our current civilization and normal everyday people as player characters.



If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 52 words long.

The Good Wife

Author: 

Audience Rating: 

Publication: 

Character Age: 

Permission: 

Hugh Blair was a man with a secret. None of his friends or family had inkling that he had what some would call a dark secret that if he had his way would never see the light of day. There were other things about his family that he hoped would also never surface but underneath them was the one that played on his mind more frequently in recent years.



If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 69 words long.

Are you wearing a bra?

Author: 

Audience Rating: 

Publication: 

Genre: 

TG Themes: 

Character Age: 

Other Keywords: 

Permission: 

Are you wearing a bra?

Just how do you answer that question when you ARE wearing a bra – and you’re a man.



If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 23 words long.

For the Love of my Sister

lights06.gif
December 2017 Christmas Dreams Story Contest Entry

For the love of my sister


By Savannah Maun

The Legal Stuff: For the love of my sister ©2017 Savannah Maun



If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 26 words long.

The Bet Chapter 2

Author: 

Audience Rating: 

Publication: 

Genre: 

TG Themes: 

TG Elements: 

Character Age: 

Permission: 

After 16 year old basketball star Ryan Jones loses a bet to his on and off court rival Jimmy Montford, and has to attend his rival schools Winter dance, as a girl and as Jimmy's date. Ryan and Jimmy finally arrive at the dance.



If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 43 words long.

Jack and Jill by Trudy - 7 - End or End of the Beginning

Author: 

Audience Rating: 

Publication: 

Genre: 

TG Themes: 

TG Elements: 

Other Keywords: 

Permission: 


Jack and Jill by Trudy
7 - End or End of the Beginning



By Jessica C

Four o’clock in the morning Trudy sneaks into the room and bed with Mel.



If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 30 words long.

[Paid Ad] BetterU Incorporated

Hey you! Yes, you. Did you ever dream about a better mind or body? We at BetterU Inc. can help. Our patented nanites and brainwashing methods are known as the best in the world. Fixing a small problem zone or wanting a whole new body? We can help. Getting rid off or gaining an addiction? Or are you looking for a new personality or just some better memories? Our experts are there for you. Not looking to change yourself, but others? We got you covered. Best of all: we won't even ask the 'beneficiary' if they consent! If needed we will even set up a new legal identity. Not convinced? Click here to read some of the reviews of satisfied costumers.


If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 121 words long.

A Second Chance -- Chapter 23

Author: 

Audience Rating: 

Publication: 

Genre: 

Character Age: 

Other Keywords: 

Permission: 

SecondChance.jpg

A Second Chance

By Dawn Natelle

Judging by the comments, people are very interested in Gary. So it is fitting that today’s chapter deals with him, and not a day in Rachael’s life (although she does show up at the end): Dawn.

INTERLUDE



If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 45 words long.

Destination Unknown Part 3


Destination Unknown

By, Hilary Richards
Part 3

 

 

lonely cover.jpg

 

 

 

 


Synopsis:  Ashley Roberts had decided to embrace her female side and started on her journey into womanhood thanks to the support of her family. At the moment things seem perfect for our girl, but not everyone is going to be as supportive. .

 



If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 48 words long.

Ginny's Story Chapter 40

Author: 

Audience Rating: 

Publication: 

Genre: 

Character Age: 

Permission: 

Ellen and <Jinny.jpg
Ginny's Story

A novel by Karen Lockhart

Copyright© 2017 Karen Lockhart
All Rights Reserved.


 


If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 13 words long.

Same, but different: Chapter 3

Author: 

Caution: 

Audience Rating: 

Publication: 

Genre: 

Character Age: 

Permission: 

A month later, a lot has happened. First, I got a new Yu-gi-oh deck called Geargia. It’s pretty cool and I am now second place in my school. Not only that my friends have a thing going on in Study hall where we sit on a round table and play Yu-gi-oh. We always play big team battles that we never quite finish at thirty minutes. McVie is being an asshole as always. He’s been picking on me lately and getting onto me. Kerry and James have been a bunch of fun lately on the internet. We started playing a game called ‘Unturned’. A blocky zombie game. It’s fun if you like Minecraft and zombies.



If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 117 words long.

The First Cut, 6 - Conclusion


The First Cut

 


- Is Messy -

“It’s a little unfair questioning someone still a little dippy on painkillers.”



If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 20 words long.

Easy As Falling Off a Bike pt 3224

Author: 

Audience Rating: 

Publication: 

Character Age: 

Permission: 

The Weekly Dormouse.
(aka Bike, est. 2007)
Part 3224
by Angharad

Copyright© 2017 Angharad

  
023_0.JPG


If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 11 words long.

Angel Of Justice Chapter 7

6163a3c807adaa0401ec78b9067311de.jpg


If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 0 words long.

Topiary Genetics: Part 11

Author: 

Audience Rating: 

Publication: 

Genre: 

TG Themes: 

Character Age: 

Permission: 

Winning hearts and minds in Thompsonville

Today really sucked, Nicole thought. All because some idiots valued having a good sports team over the health and safety of people her friends lives were getting worse. A bunch of butt-hurt rednecks had caused this problem. Butt-hurt was a new phrase that she had learned in her D&D group. She thought it aptly described the people that had been causing the problems.



If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 71 words long.

A New Life 01

This story was originally conceived to be a stand alone tale, but it fit Dorothy's M.Y.T.H. universe without too much modification. It starts about a year before Help! My girlfriend is a Unicorn!

Woods

My life changed when I was taking my evening hike through the back forty. I just didn't realize it at the time.



If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 58 words long.

Pages

More DopplerPress

The Sister Act by Melanie Brown on Kindle

Author: 

Audience Rating: 

Organizational: 

Brian never wanted to be a girl, but when you have an actress for an older sister, a HUGE resemblance to her, and then throw in an agent who would do pretty much anything to get a contract — it was better to go with the flow, wasn't it?

Or was that just a really good excuse?

Buy on Kindle

 



If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 65 words long.

Swifter, Higher, Stronger on Kindle

Author: 

Audience Rating: 

Organizational: 

When Tony's attempt to follow in his father's footsteps on the football field comes to nothing he gives his undivided attention to a different sport - gymnastics.

His unorthodox training leaves judges bemused but coaches impressed enough to give him an opportunity. With the Olympics in his sights a twist of fate has him seeing things from a whole new perspective, one that will affect the rest of his life.

Book Cover artwork for Swifter Higher Stronger rendered as virtual Paperback and Tablet editions - Cover art is girl, doing a gymnastics move, on her toes, with one arm in the air, and the wording Swifter Higher Stronger at an angle on a black background slightly overlapping the girl


If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 80 words long.

Masks 5 - Energia - Out of Template's Shadow - Now on Kindle

Author: 

Audience Rating: 

Organizational: 

The Leader narrowed its pupils, just a bit... the equivalent of a slight smile for its species. The most important of the group were already supporting the plan. The others would go along, eventually. It sat back and let them plot and scheme, only occasionally asking a question or making a suggestion. Yes, this would work well...

Masks-5-JM-03_0.jpg


Masks 5

Energia

Out of Template's Shadow


by
Rodford Edmiston



If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 66 words long.

Monkey Business by Melanie Brown on Kindle

Author: 

Audience Rating: 

Organizational: 

Randy loves nothing more in life than motorcycles. When his friend Nick gives him the opportunity to join in as monkey during a sidecar race, he jumps at the chance -- even if it means wearing pink leathers.

MonkeyDP.jpg
Monkey Business
by Melanie Brown
Buy on Kindle


If you liked this post, you can leave a comment and/or a kudos!
Click the Thumbs Up! button below to leave the author a kudos:

And please, remember to comment, too! Thanks. 
This story is 46 words long.
Subscribe to BigCloset TopShelf RSS