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This week - February 18th I'm Sticking Around for a While ~ Chapter 27 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. You suddenly realize that you're in a hospital room looking at a patient... you need to find out why he's here. And then why you're here. Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and rape. Some chapters includes graphic details of medical procedures. Featured: Beginning ~ A Short Story by Cole Parker from the Codey's World archive. Mark is a young boy who is forced to grow up. Will he be able to do it before he's ready? Last week Black Sheep ~ Chapter 18 of Part 2 of a Novel by Kia. Vic has a dark past and an uncertain future, but right now he is falling in love. Jack adores him and everything seems to be online for a dream romance... until the past starts to catch up with Vic and his love is tested to the limits. Can Jack get past his own fear and Vic's pain and bring his Black Sheep back into the fold? Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and self-harm. Reorientation ~ Chapter 13 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Jason announces to his family that he's gay. His sisters and his father tell him that it doesn't make any difference, they love him regardless of whether he's gay or straight or whatever. But what about his mother? Can she come to accept that her son is gay? Featured: All We, Like Sheep ~ A Fable by Codey from the Codey's World archive. "Now that the predators were gone they faced an even bigger danger: Themselves...." Want to Write? Do you have a story or poem to share? If you have never written before or if you are experienced, we'd like to see what you have to offer. See our submissions guidelines. More! Check out Codey's World and our unicorn links on the home page. You'll find everything by our authors and their stories; our friendly forums; our Codey memorial; plus our favorite sites; and even some kewl stuff.

This week - February 11th Black Sheep ~ Chapter 18 of Part 2 of a Novel by Kia. Vic has a dark past and an uncertain future, but right now he is falling in love. Jack adores him and everything seems to be online for a dream romance... until the past starts to catch up with Vic and his love is tested to the limits. Can Jack get past his own fear and Vic's pain and bring his Black Sheep back into the fold? Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and self-harm. Reorientation ~ Chapter 13 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Jason announces to his family that he's gay. His sisters and his father tell him that it doesn't make any difference, they love him regardless of whether he's gay or straight or whatever. But what about his mother? Can she come to accept that her son is gay? Featured: All We, Like Sheep ~ A Fable by Codey from the Codey's World archive. "Now that the predators were gone they faced an even bigger danger: Themselves...." Last week Forgetting Can Be a Big Mistake ~ Chapter 26 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Curt's life takes a turn that he never expected, and he realizes that it's because he forgot something that didn't seem important at the time. He also discovers that others have forgotten things that are important and that turns out to both help him and hurt him. Remembering Sean ~ A non-fiction short story by Ben Whisman (Blue). Revisiting an old friendship, and how history and loss affect us. Featured: Days of Silence ~ A Short Story by Viv from the Codey's World archive. He hadn't talked to Lucas in four years. What could make him overcome his fear, now? But Lucas wasn't talking back either. Want to Write? Do you have a story or poem to share? If you have never written before or if you are experienced, we'd like to see what you have to offer. See our submissions guidelines. More! Check out Codey's World and our unicorn links on the home page. You'll find everything by our authors and their stories; our friendly forums; our Codey memorial; plus our favorite sites; and even some kewl stuff.

This week - January 14th Reorientation ~ Chapter 12 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Jason announces to his family that he's gay. His sisters and his father tell him that it doesn't make any difference, they love him regardless of whether he's gay or straight or whatever. But what about his mother? Can she come to accept that her son is gay? Repugnance ~ A Short Story by Colin Kelly. Commuting lets us encounter a lot of different people Some of them you'd rather not encounter. For example, a person who looks like they are homeless. Featured: From the Heart ~ A Novel by Codey from the Codey's World archive. Could you love a friend when he needs more than you know how to give? How deep is true friendship, and how much does a friend do? This novel has laughter and tears, and something else along the way. Last week Black Sheep ~ Chapter 16 of Part 2 of a Novel by Kia. Vic has a dark past and an uncertain future, but right now he is falling in love. Jack adores him and everything seems to be online for a dream romance... until the past starts to catch up with Vic and his love is tested to the limits. Can Jack get past his own fear and Vic's pain and bring his Black Sheep back into the fold? Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and self-harm. Forgetting Can Be a Big Mistake ~ Chapter 25 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Curt's life takes a turn that he never expected, and he realizes that it's because he forgot something that didn't seem important at the time. He also discovers that others have forgotten things that are important and that turns out to both help him and hurt him. Looking Back ~ A short story by Grant Bentley. Shawn can’t accept that he’s gay, but he can’t escape that reality as long as Shelby Morrison is around. How does he react to Shelby’s presence at school everyday? And what does he do when Shelby’s suddenly not there? Featured: Class Election ~ A Short Story by Altimexis from the Codey's World archive. When David is talked into running for Sophomore class president he never expected that it would become a "News at Eleven" feature. Want to Write? Do you have a story or poem to share? If you have never written before or if you are experienced, we'd like to see what you have to offer. See our submissions guidelines. More! Check out Codey's World and our unicorn links on the home page. You'll find everything by our authors and their stories; our friendly forums; our Codey memorial; plus our favorite sites; and even some kewl stuff.

This week - January 7th We are back from our Holiday break, refreshed and ready to get back to posting stories and poems. A big HAPPY NEW YEAR greeting from everyone at Codey's World to all of our friends, our readers and authors! Black Sheep ~ Chapter 16 of Part 2 of a Novel by Kia. Vic has a dark past and an uncertain future, but right now he is falling in love. Jack adores him and everything seems to be online for a dream romance... until the past starts to catch up with Vic and his love is tested to the limits. Can Jack get past his own fear and Vic's pain and bring his Black Sheep back into the fold? Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and self-harm. Forgetting Can Be a Big Mistake ~ Chapter 25 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Curt's life takes a turn that he never expected, and he realizes that it's because he forgot something that didn't seem important at the time. He also discovers that others have forgotten things that are important and that turns out to both help him and hurt him. Looking Back ~ A short story by Grant Bentley. Shawn can’t accept that he’s gay, but he can’t escape that reality as long as Shelby Morrison is around. How does he react to Shelby’s presence at school everyday? And what does he do when Shelby’s suddenly not there? Featured: Class Election ~ A Short Story by Altimexis from the Codey's World archive. When David is talked into running for Sophomore class president he never expected that it would become a "News at Eleven" feature. Last week Black Sheep ~ Chapter 15 of Part 2 of a Novel by Kia. Vic has a dark past and an uncertain future, but right now he is falling in love. Jack adores him and everything seems to be online for a dream romance... until the past starts to catch up with Vic and his love is tested to the limits. Can Jack get past his own fear and Vic's pain and bring his Black Sheep back into the fold? Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and self-harm. Featured: Table Blessing ~ Artwork for the Holiday Season by Blue from the Codey's World archive. Something special for those who can't be with others during the holidays. This is a pdf file that requires Adobe Acrobat Reader or equivalent. Want to Write? Do you have a story or poem to share? If you have never written before or if you are experienced, we'd like to see what you have to offer. See our submissions guidelines. More! Check out Codey's World and our unicorn links on the home page. You'll find everything by our authors and their stories; our friendly forums; our Codey memorial; plus our favorite sites; and even some kewl stuff.

Correction I incorrectly marked chapter 15 of Kia's Black Sheep part 2 as the final chapter. There are still more chapters of part 2 to be posted in the coming weeks. Sorry for any confusion :)

This week - December 17th We'll be taking a break from posting updates over the next two weeks for Christmas and New Years. Have a happy holidays from us! Black Sheep ~ Chapter 15 of Part 2 of a Novel by Kia. Vic has a dark past and an uncertain future, but right now he is falling in love. Jack adores him and everything seems to be online for a dream romance... until the past starts to catch up with Vic and his love is tested to the limits. Can Jack get past his own fear and Vic's pain and bring his Black Sheep back into the fold? Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and self-harm. Featured: Table Blessing ~ Artwork for the Holiday Season by Blue from the Codey's World archive. Something special for those who can't be with others during the holidays. Note that this file requires Adobe Acrobat Reader. Last week Featured: Letter to Santa ~ A Poem by Camy from the Codey's World archive. A very different letter to Santa asking for a very different gift. Codey's World 2011 Holiday Collection: Christmas and the Dollar Store ~ A Short Story by Grant Bentley. Always be nice to your Mom when you're forced to go Christmas shopping. You never know when it might pay off. A Brass Monkey ~ A Short Story by Colin Kelly. Some teachers can be tough. Some can be awful. Some can be absolutely the worst. Even the day before the Christmas and New Year's break. Well, let's see if Mike will be able to cope with one of those "absolutely the worst" teachers. Want to Write? Do you have a story or poem to share? If you have never written before or if you are experienced, we'd like to see what you have to offer. See our submissions guidelines. More! Check out Codey's World and our unicorn links on the home page. You'll find everything by our authors and their stories; our friendly forums; our Codey memorial; plus our favorite sites; and even some kewl stuff.

This week - December 10th Featured: Letter to Santa ~ A Poem by Camy from the Codey's World archive. A very different letter to Santa asking for a very different gift. Codey's World 2011 Holiday Collection: Christmas and the Dollar Store ~ A Short Story by Grant Bentley. Always be nice to your Mom when you're forced to go Christmas shopping. You never know when it might pay off. A Brass Monkey ~ A Short Story by Colin Kelly. Some teachers can be tough. Some can be awful. Some can be absolutely the worst. Even the day before the Christmas and New Year's break. Well, let's see if Mike will be able to cope with one of those "absolutely the worst" teachers. Last week Black Sheep ~ Chapter 14 of Part 2 of a Novel by Kia. Vic has a dark past and an uncertain future, but right now he is falling in love. Jack adores him and everything seems to be online for a dream romance... until the past starts to catch up with Vic and his love is tested to the limits. Can Jack get past his own fear and Vic's pain and bring his Black Sheep back into the fold? Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and self-harm. Featured: What's Christmas Without a Little Drama? ~ A Short Story by Grant Bentley from the Codey's World archive. Jamie brings home a Christmas surprise, creating a little drama in the process. Want to Write? Do you have a story or poem to share? If you have never written before or if you are experienced, we'd like to see what you have to offer. See our submissions guidelines. More! Check out Codey's World and our unicorn links on the home page. You'll find everything by our authors and their stories; our friendly forums; our Codey memorial; plus our favorite sites; and even some kewl stuff.

This week - December 3rd Black Sheep ~ Chapter 14 of Part 2 of a Novel by Kia. Vic has a dark past and an uncertain future, but right now he is falling in love. Jack adores him and everything seems to be online for a dream romance... until the past starts to catch up with Vic and his love is tested to the limits. Can Jack get past his own fear and Vic's pain and bring his Black Sheep back into the fold? Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and self-harm. Featured: What's Christmas Without a Little Drama? ~ A Short Story by Grant Bentley from the Codey's World archive. Jamie brings home a Christmas surprise, creating a little drama in the process. Last week Featured: Homeless ~ A Short Story by Graeme from the Codey's World archive. Peter is supposed to be watching his baby sister, but playing a video game and arguing about whose turn it is with his little brother is more important... until a terrible accident happens that changes Peter's life. Codey's World 2011 Holiday Collection: The Opera ~ A Short Story by Colin Kelly. Leslie's first exposure to opera is when she hears Ash singing an aria. She becomes obsessed with the aria, and when she decides to find out which opera it's from the task turns out to be both simple and complicated... Want to Write? Do you have a story or poem to share? If you have never written before or if you are experienced, we'd like to see what you have to offer. See our submissions guidelines. More! Check out Codey's World and our unicorn links on the home page. You'll find everything by our authors and their stories; our friendly forums; our Codey memorial; plus our favorite sites; and even some kewl stuff.

This week - November 26th Featured: Homeless ~ A Short Story by Graeme from the Codey's World archive. Peter is supposed to be watching his baby sister, but playing a video game and arguing about whose turn it is with his little brother is more important... until a terrible accident happens that changes Peter's life. Codey's World 2011 Holiday Collection: The Opera ~ A Short Story by Colin Kelly. Leslie's first exposure to opera is when she hears Ash singing an aria. She becomes obsessed with the aria, and when she decides to find out which opera it's from the task turns out to be both simple and complicated... Last week Black Sheep ~ Chapter 13 of Part 2 of a Novel by Kia. Vic has a dark past and an uncertain future, but right now he is falling in love. Jack adores him and everything seems to be online for a dream romance... until the past starts to catch up with Vic and his love is tested to the limits. Can Jack get past his own fear and Vic's pain and bring his Black Sheep back into the fold? Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and self-harm. Reorientation ~ Chapter 11 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Jason announces to his family that he's gay. His sisters and his father tell him that it doesn't make any difference, they love him regardless of whether he's gay or straight or whatever. But what about his mother? Can she come to accept that her son is gay? Sophomore Year ~ Chapter 14 of a completed novel by Grant Bentley. Steven's sophomore year in high school turns out to be anything but typical. Featured: If Wishes Could Come True ~ A Short Story by Trab from the Codey's World archive. Valentine's Day is often a day of hope and love, but it can come from unexpected places. Want to Write? Do you have a story or poem to share? If you have never written before or if you are experienced, we'd like to see what you have to offer. See our submissions guidelines. More! Check out Codey's World and our unicorn links on the home page. You'll find everything by our authors and their stories; our friendly forums; our Codey memorial; plus our favorite sites; and even some kewl stuff.

This week - November 19th Black Sheep ~ Chapter 13 of Part 2 of a Novel by Kia. Vic has a dark past and an uncertain future, but right now he is falling in love. Jack adores him and everything seems to be online for a dream romance... until the past starts to catch up with Vic and his love is tested to the limits. Can Jack get past his own fear and Vic's pain and bring his Black Sheep back into the fold? Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and self-harm. Reorientation ~ Chapter 11 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Jason announces to his family that he's gay. His sisters and his father tell him that it doesn't make any difference, they love him regardless of whether he's gay or straight or whatever. But what about his mother? Can she come to accept that her son is gay? Sophomore Year ~ Chapter 14 of a completed novel by Grant Bentley. Steven's sophomore year in high school turns out to be anything but typical. Featured: If Wishes Could Come True ~ A Short Story by Trab from the Codey's World archive. Valentine's Day is often a day of hope and love, but it can come from unexpected places. Last week I'm Sticking Around for a While ~ Chapter 25 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. You suddenly realize that you're in a hospital room looking at a patient... you need to find out why he's here. And then why you're here. Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and rape. Sophomore Year ~ Chapter 13 of a Novel by Grant Bentley. Steven's sophomore year in high school turns out to be anything but typical. Featured: The Face of Shadow ~ A Poem by Codey from the Codey's World archive. What do you know about Shadow? What does Shadow know about you? Want to Write? Do you have a story or poem to share? If you have never written before or if you are experienced, we'd like to see what you have to offer. See our submissions guidelines. More! Check out Codey's World and our unicorn links on the home page. You'll find everything by our authors and their stories; our friendly forums; our Codey memorial; plus our favorite sites; and even some kewl stuff.

This week - November 12th I'm Sticking Around for a While ~ Chapter 25 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. You suddenly realize that you're in a hospital room looking at a patient... you need to find out why he's here. And then why you're here. Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and rape. Sophomore Year ~ Chapter 13 of a Novel by Grant Bentley. Steven's sophomore year in high school turns out to be anything but typical. Featured: The Face of Shadow ~ A Poem by Codey from the Codey's World archive. What do you know about Shadow? What does Shadow know about you? Last week Black Sheep ~ Chapter 12 of Part 2 of a Novel by Kia. Vic has a dark past and an uncertain future, but right now he is falling in love. Jack adores him and everything seems to be online for a dream romance... until the past starts to catch up with Vic and his love is tested to the limits. Can Jack get past his own fear and Vic's pain and bring his Black Sheep back into the fold? Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and self-harm. Sophomore Year ~ Chapter 12 of a Novel by Grant Bentley. Steven's sophomore year in high school turns out to be anything but typical. Featured: First Date, and Last ~ A Short Story by Trab from the Codey's World archive. She liked him a lot. That first-ever date can be a little awkward. Want to Write? Do you have a story or poem to share? If you have never written before or if you are experienced, we'd like to see what you have to offer. See our submissions guidelines. More! Check out Codey's World and our unicorn links on the home page. You'll find everything by our authors and their stories; our friendly forums; our Codey memorial; plus our favorite sites; and even some kewl stuff.

This week - November 5th Black Sheep ~ Chapter 12 of Part 2 of a Novel by Kia. Vic has a dark past and an uncertain future, but right now he is falling in love. Jack adores him and everything seems to be online for a dream romance... until the past starts to catch up with Vic and his love is tested to the limits. Can Jack get past his own fear and Vic's pain and bring his Black Sheep back into the fold? Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and self-harm. Sophomore Year ~ Chapter 12 of a Novel by Grant Bentley. Steven's sophomore year in high school turns out to be anything but typical. Featured: First Date, and Last ~ A Short Story by Trab from the Codey's World archive. She liked him a lot. That first-ever date can be a little awkward. Last week Reorientation ~ Chapter 10 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Jason announces to his family that he's gay. His sisters and his father tell him that it doesn't make any difference, they love him regardless of whether he's gay or straight or whatever. But what about his mother? Can she come to accept that her son is gay? Featured: My Friend Always ~ One of a Collection of Poems by Lukas 'n Taylor Ashke from the Codey's World archive. Codey's World 2011 Holiday Collection: I Love Luke Skywalker - Yes, I Do ~ A Short Story by Grant Bentley. Sometimes, when handing out treats to the little trick-or-treaters, the Force is with you. Want to Write? Do you have a story or poem to share? If you have never written before or if you are experienced, we'd like to see what you have to offer. See our submissions guidelines. More! Check out Codey's World and our unicorn links on the home page. You'll find everything by our authors and their stories; our friendly forums; our Codey memorial; plus our favorite sites; and even some kewl stuff.

This week - October 29th Happy belated halloween (and our apologies for the delay). Reorientation ~ Chapter 10 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Jason announces to his family that he's gay. His sisters and his father tell him that it doesn't make any difference, they love him regardless of whether he's gay or straight or whatever. But what about his mother? Can she come to accept that her son is gay? Featured: My Friend Always ~ One of a Collection of Poems by Lukas 'n Taylor Ashke from the Codey's World archive. Codey's World 2011 Holiday Collection: I Love Luke Skywalker - Yes, I Do ~ A Short Story by Grant Bentley. Sometimes, when handing out treats to the little trick-or-treaters, the Force is with you. Last week Forgetting Can Be a Big Mistake ~ Chapter 24 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Curt's life takes a turn that he never expected, and he realizes that it's because he forgot something that didn't seem important at the time. He also discovers that others have forgotten things that are important and that turns out to both help him and hurt him. Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with abuse. Featured: Rated R ~ A Poem by Tiffany Cook from the Codey's World archive. Collecting fear is a hobby. Like collecting pens. With audio. Codey's World 2011 Holiday Collection: Halloween Bash ~ A Short Story by Colin Kelly. Darryl is watching a water polo match. Jason sits next to him and says water polo is the best sport for scoping out the really hot guys. Now Darryl is... confused. Want to Write? Do you have a story or poem to share? If you have never written before or if you are experienced, we'd like to see what you have to offer. See our submissions guidelines. More! Check out Codey's World and our unicorn links on the home page. You'll find everything by our authors and their stories; our friendly forums; our Codey memorial; plus our favorite sites; and even some kewl stuff.

This week - October 22nd Forgetting Can Be a Big Mistake ~ Chapter 24 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Curt's life takes a turn that he never expected, and he realizes that it's because he forgot something that didn't seem important at the time. He also discovers that others have forgotten things that are important and that turns out to both help him and hurt him. Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with abuse. Featured: Rated R ~ A Poem by Tiffany Cook from the Codey's World archive. Collecting fear is a hobby. Like collecting pens. With audio. Codey's World 2011 Holiday Collection: Halloween Bash ~ A Short Story by Colin Kelly. Darryl is watching a water polo match. Jason sits next to him and says water polo is the best sport for scoping out the really hot guys. Now Darryl is... confused. Last week I'm Sticking Around for a While ~ Chapter 24 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. You suddenly realize that you're in a hospital room looking at a patient... you need to find out why he's here. And then why you're here. Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and rape. Featured: Sleeping Angel ~ A Poem by Codey from the Codey's World archive. A poem for Tim by Codey. Codey's World 2011 Holiday Collection: Xavier's Thanksgiving ~ A Short Story by Grant Bentley. It often just takes just one to stand up for and support a bullied student to bring about change. Want to Write? Do you have a story or poem to share? If you have never written before or if you are experienced, we'd like to see what you have to offer. See our submissions guidelines. More! Check out Codey's World and our unicorn links on the home page. You'll find everything by our authors and their stories; our friendly forums; our Codey memorial; plus our favorite sites; and even some kewl stuff.

This week - October 15th I'm Sticking Around for a While ~ Chapter 24 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. You suddenly realize that you're in a hospital room looking at a patient... you need to find out why he's here. And then why you're here. Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and rape. Featured: Sleeping Angel ~ A Poem by Codey from the Codey's World archive. A poem for Tim by Codey. Codey's World 2011 Holiday Collection: Xavier's Thanksgiving ~ A Short Story by Grant Bentley. It often just takes just one to stand up for and support a bullied student to bring about change. Last week Black Sheep ~ Chapter 11 of Part 2 of a Novel by Kia. Vic has a dark past and an uncertain future, but right now he is falling in love. Jack adores him and everything seems to be online for a dream romance... until the past starts to catch up with Vic and his love is tested to the limits. Can Jack get past his own fear and Vic's pain and bring his Black Sheep back into the fold? Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and self-harm. Reorientation ~ Chapter 9 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Jason announces to his family that he's gay. His sisters and his father tell him that it doesn't make any difference, they love him regardless of whether he's gay or straight or whatever. But what about his mother? Can she come to accept that her son is gay? Sophomore Year ~ Chapter 11 of a Novel by Grant Bentley. Steven's sophomore year in high school turns out to be anything but typical. Featured: Bagman ~ A Short Story by Chris Sirn from the Codey's World archive. Things get stranger for Andy. The flu, adults, his best friend, a nightmare.... Keep the light on after reading this one! The Codey's World 2011 Holiday Collection We're fast approaching that time of year when everything gets a little crazier: holiday season. Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years and a few others we're sure we've forgotten, are all coming up in the next few months. Like every year, we think it would be fun if you could write a story about one of these holidays and send it in to us for our 2011 Holiday Collection. Take a look at our submissions guidelines and our previous collections for inspiration and get those creative juices flowing. We'd love to hear from you about your holiday-themed story or poem, between now and January 1st. Want to Write? Do you have a story or poem to share? If you have never written before or if you are experienced, we'd like to see what you have to offer. See our submissions guidelines. More! Check out Codey's World and our unicorn links on the home page. You'll find everything by our authors and their stories; our friendly forums; our Codey memorial; plus our favorite sites; and even some kewl stuff.

This week - October 8th Black Sheep ~ Chapter 11 of Part 2 of a Novel by Kia. Vic has a dark past and an uncertain future, but right now he is falling in love. Jack adores him and everything seems to be online for a dream romance... until the past starts to catch up with Vic and his love is tested to the limits. Can Jack get past his own fear and Vic's pain and bring his Black Sheep back into the fold? Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and self-harm. Reorientation ~ Chapter 9 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Jason announces to his family that he's gay. His sisters and his father tell him that it doesn't make any difference, they love him regardless of whether he's gay or straight or whatever. But what about his mother? Can she come to accept that her son is gay? Sophomore Year ~ Chapter 11 of a Novel by Grant Bentley. Steven's sophomore year in high school turns out to be anything but typical. Featured: Bagman ~ A Short Story by Chris Sirn from the Codey's World archive. Things get stranger for Andy. The flu, adults, his best friend, a nightmare.... Keep the light on after reading this one! The Codey's World 2011 Holiday Collection We're fast approaching that time of year when everything gets a little crazier: holiday season. Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years and a few others we're sure we've forgotten, are all coming up in the next few months. Like every year, we think it would be fun if you could write a story about one of these holidays and send it in to us for our 2011 Holiday Collection. Take a look at our submissions guidelines and our previous collections for inspiration and get those creative juices flowing. We'd love to hear from you about your holiday-themed story or poem, between now and January 1st. Last week A Brief Story ~ A Short Story by Ben W. Blue. You go to your usual emporium to buy a pack of briefs. Tighty whiteys. Fly fronts. Jocks. You see something new, and you decide to give them a try. Was this a mistake or a good idea? Read on... Forgetting Can Be a Big Mistake ~ Chapter 23 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Curt's life takes a turn that he never expected, and he realizes that it's because he forgot something that didn't seem important at the time. He also discovers that others have forgotten things that are important and that turns out to both help him and hurt him. Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with abuse. Sophomore Year ~ Chapter 10 of a Novel by Grant Bentley. Steven's sophomore year in high school turns out to be anything but typical. Featured: The Mirror and Nothing More ~ A Novel by C.B. Abraham from the Codey's World archive. An April Fools' Day farce for two families trying too hard to help their sons to come out. Want to Write? Do you have a story or poem to share? If you have never written before or if you are experienced, we'd like to see what you have to offer. See our submissions guidelines. More! Check out Codey's World and our unicorn links on the home page. You'll find everything by our authors and their stories; our friendly forums; our Codey memorial; plus our favorite sites; and even some kewl stuff.

This week - October 1st A Brief Story ~ A Short Story by Ben W. Blue. You go to your usual emporium to buy a pack of briefs. Tighty whiteys. Fly fronts. Jocks. You see something new, and you decide to give them a try. Was this a mistake or a good idea? Read on... Forgetting Can Be a Big Mistake ~ Chapter 23 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Curt's life takes a turn that he never expected, and he realizes that it's because he forgot something that didn't seem important at the time. He also discovers that others have forgotten things that are important and that turns out to both help him and hurt him. Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with abuse. Sophomore Year ~ Chapter 10 of a Novel by Grant Bentley. Steven's sophomore year in high school turns out to be anything but typical. Featured: The Mirror and Nothing More ~ A Novel by C.B. Abraham from the Codey's World archive. An April Fools' Day farce for two families trying too hard to help their sons to come out. The Codey's World 2011 Holiday Collection is coming soon... Last week Black Sheep ~ Chapter 10 of Part 2 of a Novel by Kia. Vic has a dark past and an uncertain future, but right now he is falling in love. Jack adores him and everything seems to be online for a dream romance... until the past starts to catch up with Vic and his love is tested to the limits. Can Jack get past his own fear and Vic's pain and bring his Black Sheep back into the fold? Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and self-harm. I'm Sticking Around for a While ~ Chapter 23 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. You suddenly realize that you're in a hospital room looking at a patient... you need to find out why he's here. And then why you're here. Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and rape. Sophomore Year ~ Chapter 9 of a Novel by Grant Bentley. Steven's sophomore year in high school turns out to be anything but typical. Featured: Normal ~ A Short Story by Ronyx from the Codey's World archive. A couple of gay teens have an advocate for their relationship. Want to Write? Do you have a story or poem to share? If you have never written before or if you are experienced, we'd like to see what you have to offer. See our submissions guidelines. More! Check out Codey's World and our unicorn links on the home page. You'll find everything by our authors and their stories; our friendly forums; our Codey memorial; plus our favorite sites; and even some kewl stuff.

Last 2 weeks - September 10th and 17th Borderline Insanity ~ A Short Story by Gee Whillickers. Some border lines are imaginary, some border lines are very real and have to be carefully protected. What kind of border lines will Stevie encounter when he sees a cute guy? Reorientation ~ Chapter 8 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Jason announces to his family that he's gay. His sisters and his father tell him that it doesn't make any difference, they love him regardless of whether he's gay or straight or whatever. But what about his mother? Can she come to accept that her son is gay? Sophomore Year ~ Chapter 8 of a Novel by Grant Bentley. Steven's sophomore year in high school turns out to be anything but typical. Featured: The Curious Republic of Gondour ~ A Short Story by Mark Twain (Public Domain). When in Gondour, do as the Gondourese. The Codey's World 2011 First Date Story and Poem Challenge: our 2011 First Date Story and Poem Challenge is now complete. Check the submissions in this and our other Collections. And look for our 2011 Holiday Collection, coming soon. Last week Forgetting Can Be a Big Mistake ~ Chapter 22 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Curt's life takes a turn that he never expected, and he realizes that it's because he forgot something that didn't seem important at the time. He also discovers that others have forgotten things that are important and that turns out to both help him and hurt him. Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with abuse. Sophomore Year ~ Chapter 7 of a Novel by Grant Bentley. Steven's sophomore year in high school turns out to be anything but typical. Featured: Sex Ed in Rudy Sharkey's Class ~ A Flash Fiction Story by Bestpi from the Codey's World archive. Rudy Sharkey is an ex-Marine who is built like a beer keg, is the football coach, and is the toughest teacher at your high school. He's your Biology teacher. If that isn't enough, one day he announces, "Today we are going to discuss ... sex." Just think what that might be like. Or find out by reading this little story. With audio. Want to Write? Do you have a story or poem to share? If you have never written before or if you are experienced, we'd like to see what you have to offer. See our submissions guidelines. More! Check out Codey's World and our unicorn links on the home page. You'll find everything by our authors and their stories; our friendly forums; our Codey memorial; plus our favorite sites; and even some kewl stuff.

This week - September 3rd Forgetting Can Be a Big Mistake ~ Chapter 22 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Curt's life takes a turn that he never expected, and he realizes that it's because he forgot something that didn't seem important at the time. He also discovers that others have forgotten things that are important and that turns out to both help him and hurt him. Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with abuse. Sophomore Year ~ Chapter 7 of a Novel by Grant Bentley. Steven's sophomore year in high school turns out to be anything but typical. Featured: Sex Ed in Rudy Sharkey's Class ~ A Flash Fiction Story by Bestpi from the Codey's World archive. Rudy Sharkey is an ex-Marine who is built like a beer keg, is the football coach, and is the toughest teacher at your high school. He's your Biology teacher. If that isn't enough, one day he announces, "Today we are going to discuss — sex." Just think what that might be like. Or find out by reading this little story. With audio. This is the final week for submissions to The Codey's World 2011 First Date Story and Poem Challenge. Check out our 2011 First Date Story and Poem Challenge page. We invite you to submit you own stories and poems to the challenge, whether you've never written before or if you're experienced, we'd like to see what you have to offer. Last week Black Sheep ~ Chapter 9 of Part 2 of a Novel by Kia. Vic has a dark past and an uncertain future, but right now he is falling in love. Jack adores him and everything seems to be online for a dream romance... until the past starts to catch up with Vic and his love is tested to the limits. Can Jack get past his own fear and Vic's pain and bring his Black Sheep back into the fold? Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and self-harm. I'm Sticking Around for a While ~ Chapter 22 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. You suddenly realize that you're in a hospital room looking at a patient... you need to find out why he's here. And then why you're here. Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and rape. Reorientation ~ Chapter 7 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Jason announces to his family that he's gay. His sisters and his father tell him that it doesn't make any difference, they love him regardless of whether he's gay or straight or whatever. But what about his mother? Can she come to accept that her son is gay? Sophomore Year ~ Chapter 6 of a Novel by Grant Bentley. Steven's sophomore year in high school turns out to be anything but typical. Featured: Just Say It ~ A Short Story by Viv from the Codey's World archive. There are hopes, awkwardness, and unsurety in an online relationship. But can a friendship or love be for real, if they tell the truth? Want to Write? Do you have a story or poem to share? If you have never written before or if you are experienced, we'd like to see what you have to offer. See our submissions guidelines. More! Check out Codey's World and our unicorn links on the home page. You'll find everything by our authors and their stories; our friendly forums; our Codey memorial; plus our favorite sites; and even some kewl stuff.

This week - August 27th Black Sheep ~ Chapter 9 of Part 2 of a Novel by Kia. Vic has a dark past and an uncertain future, but right now he is falling in love. Jack adores him and everything seems to be online for a dream romance... until the past starts to catch up with Vic and his love is tested to the limits. Can Jack get past his own fear and Vic's pain and bring his Black Sheep back into the fold? Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and self-harm. I'm Sticking Around for a While ~ Chapter 22 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. You suddenly realize that you're in a hospital room looking at a patient... you need to find out why he's here. And then why you're here. Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and rape. Reorientation ~ Chapter 7 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Jason announces to his family that he's gay. His sisters and his father tell him that it doesn't make any difference, they love him regardless of whether he's gay or straight or whatever. But what about his mother? Can she come to accept that her son is gay? Sophomore Year ~ Chapter 6 of a Novel by Grant Bentley. Steven's sophomore year in high school turns out to be anything but typical. Featured: Just Say It ~ A Short Story by Viv from the Codey's World archive. There are hopes, awkwardness, and unsurety in an online relationship. But can a friendship or love be for real, if they tell the truth? The Codey's World 2011 First Date Story and Poem Challenge is open. Check out our 2011 First Date Story and Poem Challenge page each week to see the stories and poems as they are added. We invite you to submit you own stories and poems to the challenge, whether you've never written before or if you're experienced, we'd like to see what you have to offer. Last week Forgetting Can Be a Big Mistake ~ Chapter 21 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Curt's life takes a turn that he never expected, and he realizes that it's because he forgot something that didn't seem important at the time. He also discovers that others have forgotten things that are important and that turns out to both help him and hurt him. Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with abuse. Reorientation ~ Chapter 6 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Jason announces to his family that he's gay. His sisters and his father tell him that it doesn't make any difference, they love him regardless of whether he's gay or straight or whatever. But what about his mother? Can she come to accept that her son is gay? Sophomore Year ~ Chapter 5 of a Novel by Grant Bentley. Steven's sophomore year in high school turns out to be anything but typical. Featured: What Am I Worried About? ~ A Flash Fiction Story by Richard Norway from the Codey's World archive. We hide the fact that we care: we always have. We don't want anyone to know how soft we are on the inside because that's not the image that we want to portend. We're even afraid... to talk about it. Want to Write? Do you have a story or poem to share? If you have never written before or if you are experienced, we'd like to see what you have to offer. See our submissions guidelines. More! Check out Codey's World and our unicorn links on the home page. You'll find everything by our authors and their stories; our friendly forums; our Codey memorial; plus our favorite sites; and even some kewl stuff.

This week - August 20th Forgetting Can Be a Big Mistake ~ Chapter 21 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Curt's life takes a turn that he never expected, and he realizes that it's because he forgot something that didn't seem important at the time. He also discovers that others have forgotten things that are important and that turns out to both help him and hurt him. Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with abuse. Reorientation ~ Chapter 6 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Jason announces to his family that he's gay. His sisters and his father tell him that it doesn't make any difference, they love him regardless of whether he's gay or straight or whatever. But what about his mother? Can she come to accept that her son is gay? Sophomore Year ~ Chapter 5 of a Novel by Grant Bentley. Steven's sophomore year in high school turns out to be anything but typical. Featured: What Am I Worried About? ~ A Flash Fiction Story by Richard Norway from the Codey's World archive. We hide the fact that we care: we always have. We don't want anyone to know how soft we are on the inside because that's not the image that we want to portend. We're even afraid... to talk about it. The Codey's World 2011 First Date Story and Poem Challenge is open. Check out our 2011 First Date Story and Poem Challenge page each week to see the stories and poems as they are added. We invite you to submit you own stories and poems to the challenge, whether you've never written before or if you're experienced, we'd like to see what you have to offer. Last week Black Sheep ~ Chapter 8 of Part 2 of a Novel by Kia. Vic has a dark past and an uncertain future, but right now he is falling in love. Jack adores him and everything seems to be online for a dream romance... until the past starts to catch up with Vic and his love is tested to the limits. Can Jack get past his own fear and Vic's pain and bring his Black Sheep back into the fold? Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and self-harm. I'm Sticking Around for a While ~ Chapter 21 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. You suddenly realize that you're in a hospital room looking at a patient... you need to find out why he's here. And then why you're here. Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and rape. Reorientation ~ Chapter 5 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Jason announces to his family that he's gay. His sisters and his father tell him that it doesn't make any difference, they love him regardless of whether he's gay or straight or whatever. But what about his mother? Can she come to accept that her son is gay? Sophomore Year ~ Chapter 4 of a Novel by Grant Bentley. Steven's sophomore year in high school turns out to be anything but typical. Featured: A Night in Reality ~ A Flash Fiction Story by DesDownUnder from the Codey's World archive. Boy Meets Boy. It takes longer to read these stories than it does to enact them. What's wrong with them? Want to Write? Do you have a story or poem to share? If you have never written before or if you are experienced, we'd like to see what you have to offer. See our submissions guidelines. More! Check out Codey's World and our unicorn links on the home page. You'll find everything by our authors and their stories; our friendly forums; our Codey memorial; plus our favorite sites; and even some kewl stuff.

This week - August 13th Black Sheep ~ Chapter 8 of Part 2 of a Novel by Kia. Vic has a dark past and an uncertain future, but right now he is falling in love. Jack adores him and everything seems to be online for a dream romance... until the past starts to catch up with Vic and his love is tested to the limits. Can Jack get past his own fear and Vic's pain and bring his Black Sheep back into the fold? Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and self-harm. I'm Sticking Around for a While ~ Chapter 21 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. You suddenly realize that you're in a hospital room looking at a patient... you need to find out why he's here. And then why you're here. Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and rape. Reorientation ~ Chapter 5 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Jason announces to his family that he's gay. His sisters and his father tell him that it doesn't make any difference, they love him regardless of whether he's gay or straight or whatever. But what about his mother? Can she come to accept that her son is gay? Sophomore Year ~ Chapter 4 of a Novel by Grant Bentley. Steven's sophomore year in high school turns out to be anything but typical. Featured: A Night in Reality ~ A Flash Fiction Story by DesDownUnder from the Codey's World archive. Boy Meets Boy. It takes longer to read these stories than it does to enact them. What's wrong with them? The Codey's World 2011 First Date Story and Poem Challenge is open. Check out our 2011 First Date Story and Poem Challenge page each week to see the stories and poems as they are added. We invite you to submit you own stories and poems to the challenge, whether you've never written before or if you're experienced, we'd like to see what you have to offer. Last week Forgetting Can Be a Big Mistake ~ Chapter 20 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Curt's life takes a turn that he never expected, and he realizes that it's because he forgot something that didn't seem important at the time. He also discovers that others have forgotten things that are important and that turns out to both help him and hurt him. Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with abuse. Reorientation ~ Chapter 4 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Jason announces to his family that he's gay. His sisters and his father tell him that it doesn't make any difference, they love him regardless of whether he's gay or straight or whatever. But what about his mother? Can she come to accept that her son is gay? Sophomore Year ~ Chapter 3 of a Novel by Grant Bentley. Steven's sophomore year in high school turns out to be anything but typical. Featured: Why Snowflakes Aren't Afraid To Fall ~ A Short Story by Heather Rose Brown from the Codey's World archive. What would make something as beautiful and fragile as a snowflake brave enough to come hurtling down to the hard, cruel earth? The answer might surprise you. Want to Write? Do you have a story or poem to share? If you have never written before or if you are experienced, we'd like to see what you have to offer. See our submissions guidelines. More! Check out Codey's World and our unicorn links on the home page. You'll find everything by our authors and their stories; our friendly forums; our Codey memorial; plus our favorite sites; and even some kewl stuff.

This week - July 30th Black Sheep ~ Chapter 7 of Part 2 of a Novel by Kia. Vic has a dark past and an uncertain future, but right now he is falling in love. Jack adores him and everything seems to be online for a dream romance... until the past starts to catch up with Vic and his love is tested to the limits. Can Jack get past his own fear and Vic's pain and bring his Black Sheep back into the fold? Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and self-harm. I'm Sticking Around for a While ~ Chapter 20 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. You suddenly realize that you're in a hospital room looking at a patient... you need to find out why he's here. And then why you're here. Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and rape. Reorientation ~ Chapter 3 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Jason announces to his family that he's gay. His sisters and his father tell him that it doesn't make any difference, they love him regardless of whether he's gay or straight or whatever. But what about his mother? Can she come to accept that her son is gay? Sophomore Year ~ Chapter 2 of a new Novel by Grant Bentley. Steven's sophomore year in high school turns out to be anything but typical. Featured: Winging It ~ A Short Story by Pee Jay from the Codey's World archive. You're lonely and need something to take your mind off of that fact. How about learning to fly? The Codey's World 2011 First Date Story and Poem Challenge is open. Check out our 2011 First Date Story and Poem Challenge page each week to see the stories and poems as they are added. We invite you to submit you own stories and poems to the challenge, whether you've never written before or if you're experienced, we'd like to see what you have to offer. Last week Forgetting Can Be a Big Mistake ~ Chapter 19 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Curt's life takes a turn that he never expected, and he realizes that it's because he forgot something that didn't seem important at the time. He also discovers that others have forgotten things that are important and that turns out to both help him and hurt him. Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with abuse. Reorientation ~ Chapter 2 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Jason announces to his family that he's gay. His sisters and his father tell him that it doesn't make any difference, they love him regardless of whether he's gay or straight or whatever. But what about his mother? Can she come to accept that her son is gay? Sophomore Year ~ Chapter 1 of a new Novel by Grant Bentley. Steven's sophomore year in high school turns out to be anything but typical. Featured: Once ~ A Short Story by Hylas from the Codey's World archive. What do you do when the love of your life finds the love of his life? Letting go is not that easy when you're letting go of the last of your dreams with him. When you know that nothing like this will happen to you ever again. Want to Write? Do you have a story or poem to share? If you have never written before or if you are experienced, we'd like to see what you have to offer. See our submissions guidelines. More! Check out Codey's World and our unicorn links on the home page. You'll find everything by our authors and their stories; our friendly forums; our Codey memorial; plus our favorite sites; and even some kewl stuff.

This week - July 23rd Forgetting Can Be a Big Mistake ~ Chapter 19 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Curt's life takes a turn that he never expected, and he realizes that it's because he forgot something that didn't seem important at the time. He also discovers that others have forgotten things that are important and that turns out to both help him and hurt him. Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with abuse. Reorientation ~ Chapter 2 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Jason announces to his family that he's gay. His sisters and his father tell him that it doesn't make any difference, they love him regardless of whether he's gay or straight or whatever. But what about his mother? Can she come to accept that her son is gay? Sophomore Year ~ Chapter 1 of a new Novel by Grant Bentley. Steven's sophomore year in high school turns out to be anything but typical. Featured: Once ~ A Short Story by Hylas from the Codey's World archive. What do you do when the love of your life finds the love of his life? Letting go is not that easy when you're letting go of the last of your dreams with him. When you know that nothing like this will happen to you ever again. The Codey's World 2011 First Date Story and Poem Challenge is open. Check out our 2011 First Date Story and Poem Challenge page each week to see the stories and poems as they are added. We invite you to submit you own stories and poems to the challenge, whether you've never written before or if you're experienced, we'd like to see what you have to offer. Last week Black Sheep ~ Chapter 6 of Part 2 of a Novel by Kia. Vic has a dark past and an uncertain future, but right now he is falling in love. Jack adores him and everything seems to be online for a dream romance... until the past starts to catch up with Vic and his love is tested to the limits. Can Jack get past his own fear and Vic's pain and bring his Black Sheep back into the fold? Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and self-harm. I'm Sticking Around for a While ~ Chapter 19 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. You suddenly realize that you're in a hospital room looking at a patient... you need to find out why he's here. And then why you're here. Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and rape. Featured: A Ghost of Christmas Past ~ A Short Story by Codey from the Codey's World archive. This is the story of Rickey Danielson, a boy born on Christmas Day. There's a lot more to tell, and all you'll have to do is read this story to find out... With audio. Want to Write? Do you have a story or poem to share? If you have never written before or if you are experienced, we'd like to see what you have to offer. See our submissions guidelines. More! Check out Codey's World and our unicorn links on the home page. You'll find everything by our authors and their stories; our friendly forums; our Codey memorial; plus our favorite sites; and even some kewl stuff.

This week - July 16th Black Sheep ~ Chapter 6 of Part 2 of a Novel by Kia. Vic has a dark past and an uncertain future, but right now he is falling in love. Jack adores him and everything seems to be online for a dream romance... until the past starts to catch up with Vic and his love is tested to the limits. Can Jack get past his own fear and Vic's pain and bring his Black Sheep back into the fold? Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and self-harm. I'm Sticking Around for a While ~ Chapter 19 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. You suddenly realize that you're in a hospital room looking at a patient... you need to find out why he's here. And then why you're here. Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with violence and rape. Featured: A Ghost of Christmas Past ~ A Short Story by Codey from the Codey's World archive. This is the story of Rickey Danielson, a boy born on Christmas Day. There's a lot more to tell, and all you'll have to do is read this story to find out... With audio. The Codey's World 2011 First Date Story and Poem Challenge is open. Check out our 2011 First Date Story and Poem Challenge page each week to see the stories and poems as they are added. We invite you to submit you own stories and poems to the challenge, whether you've never written before or if you're experienced, we'd like to see what you have to offer. Last week Forgetting Can Be a Big Mistake ~ Chapter 18 of a Novel by Colin Kelly. Curt's life takes a turn that he never expected, and he realizes that it's because he forgot something that didn't seem important at the time. He also discovers that others have forgotten things that are important and that turns out to both help him and hurt him. Mature or distressing themes. This story deals with abuse. Reorientation ~ Chapter 1 of a new Novel by Colin Kelly. Jason announces to his family that he's gay. His sisters and his father tell him that it doesn't make any difference, they love him regardless of whether he's gay or straight or whatever. But what about his mother? Can she come to accept that her son is gay? Featured: One Isolated Incident ~ A Poem by Alien Son from the Codey's World archive. "I think this poem dates from the time between my leaving hospital and returning to work. It was written in response to an overly-critical comment a man made to my father about my driving." Want to Write? Do you have a story or poem to share? If you have never written before or if you are experienced, we'd like to see what you have to offer. See our submissions guidelines. More! Check out Codey's World and our unicorn links on the home page. You'll find everything by our authors and their stories; our friendly forums; our Codey memorial; plus our favorite sites; and even some kewl stuff.