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The trail wound its way along the forest’s edge, a slender path navigating the boundary where untamed wilderness and human endeavour converged. On the left, the woods stood tall, with their embracing branches veiling their enigmatic depths whose secrets were whispered on the wind. To the right, once-thriving pastures now lay abandoned, a testament to…

In the darkest corners of the Grimm universe, far beyond the reach of cheerful folklore, lies a forest untouched by innocence. That holt, reminiscent of Hansel and Gretel tales, is a malevolent place with an insatiable appetite for lost souls and shattered dreams. I found myself ensnared within the gnarled clutches of this cursed woodland.…

On the edge of the Gulf of Saint Lawrence, within the tempestuous embrace of the Atlantic Ocean, lies a small sanctuary, Bonaventure Island. The island, barren and rocky, emerges like a forgotten jewel from the restless sea. It is a place where nature reigns with an immutable power, where the relentless crash of waves and…

The fishing village on Bonaventure Island stands as a testament to resilience, perched on the western shores that overlooked the channel between it and Percé on the mainland. Here, where the salt-laden wind caresses the weathered houses, time has etched itself into every peeling paint chip and creaking floorboard. Each dwelling, with its pastel hues…

In that time when I took my first steps away from the reliance of childhood towards independence, my brother and I embarked upon a peculiar ritual each morning. Facing the stagnant, heavy airs of humid summer mornings or the bone-chilling winds of winter, together, we arose each day at 5:30 AM to complete the task…