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Jack the Dullard

"Jack the Dullard" is a classic fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen about a simple-minded boy named Jack who outsmarts his two clever brothers and wins the hand of the princess. His adventures in...

by Hans Christian Andersen

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Jane Lavinia

"Jane Lavinia" is a short story by Lucy Maud Montgomery, featuring a young girl named Jane Lavinia Parker, who grapples with the challenges of growing up in a small community. The narrati...

by Lucy Maud Montgomery

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Jane's Baby

"Jane's Baby" by Lucy Maud Montgomery is a touching short story that explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the complexities of motherhood. The narrative centers around Jane, a young woman who fac...

by Lucy Maud Montgomery

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Jealousy's revenge

Envy

by Cheyenne

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Jeff Peters as a Personal Magnet

"Jeff Peters as a Personal Magnet" is a humorous short story by O. Henry that follows the adventures of Jeff Peters, a charming yet unscrupulous con artist. Set in the early 20th century,...

by O. Henry

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Jenny Wren

"Jenny Wren" is a short story by Charles Dickens, included in his collection "The Christmas Stories." The narrative centers around a young, disabled girl named Jenny Wren, who e...

by Charles Dickens

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Jeroboam

"Jeroboam" is a short story by Guy de Maupassant that delves into themes of ambition, social status, and the complexities of human relationships. The narrative follows the life of a young man, Jero...

by Guy de Maupassant

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Jessamine

"Jessamine," written by Lucy Maud Montgomery, is a novella that explores themes of love, longing, and the complexities of human relationships. The story revolves around the titular character, Jessa...

by Lucy Maud Montgomery

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JETSET LIFE HACKS: 33 Life Hacks Millionaires, Athletes, Celebrities, & Geniuses Have In Common

Do you want more money, success, love, influence, confidence, joy, emotional intelligence, clarity, focus, momentum and motivation? Could it be simpler than you think? Josh King "JetSet" Madrid, N...

by Josh King "JetSet" Madrid

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Jim Sulivan's Adventures in the Great Snow

"Jim Sulivan's Adventures in the Great Snow" is a captivating tale by Joseph Thomas Sheridan Le Fanu that follows the thrilling exploits of a young protagonist, Jim Sulivan, as he navigates the cha...

by Joseph Thomas Sheridan Le Fanu

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Johnnyboy

"Johnnyboy" is a short story by Bret Harte, set in the American West during the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around the character of Johnnyboy, a young boy navigating the challenges of...

by Bret Harte

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Jokes of the day, part 1

by Azinello

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Jonas

by Ava Enoshima

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Jorinda and Jorindel

Jorinda and Jorindel is a fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm that follows the story of two young lovers, Jorinda and Jorindel, who were separated by an evil witch. Jorinda, transformed into a nightin...

by The Brothers Grimm

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Journey Home

I wrote this story as a response to my experiences with cancer.

by Christopher June

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Joy it Was Twelve O'clock at Night

"Joy, it Was Twelve O'Clock at Night" is a short story by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov that explores themes of human emotion, desire, and the complexities of happiness. The narrative revolves around the...

by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov

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Judkin of the Parcels

"Judkin of the Parcels" is a novella by Hector Hugh Munro, better known by his pen name, Saki. The story revolves around a humorous and satirical exploration of the absurdities of social class and ...

by Hector Hugh Munro

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Julie Romain

"Julie Romain" is a lesser-known novella by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of love, societal expectations, and personal sacrifice. The story revolves around Julie Romain, a young woman caug...

by Guy de Maupassant

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Julius Cæsar

"Julius Cæsar" by James Baldwin is a retelling of William Shakespeare's classic play that focuses on the themes of power, betrayal, and political intrigue in ancient Rome. Baldwin's adaptation brin...

by James Baldwin

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July Nineteenth

"July Nineteenth" is a beautifully written short story by Lucy Maud Montgomery that captures the essence of summer and the complexities of human relationships. Set in a small, idyllic community, th...

by Lucy Maud Montgomery

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JUMPSTART ULTIMATE SCALING: Scaling Your Business to 7 Figs: Strategies for Growth & Success

JUMPSTART ULTIMATE SCALING is a tactical guide to scaling your business to seven figures. Written by Justin Guerra, a serial entrepreneur and CEO of multiple 7-figure companies. JUMPSTART ULTIMATE ...

by Justin Guerra

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Jungle Secrets: The Quest for The Fantastic Four—they were indeed fantastic. They inhthe Lost Temple

by C.Lokaprathap.Gowda

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Jungle Whispers: Ravi's Adventures

Echoes of Ancient Curses and Brave Hearts: Ravi's unforgettable journey into the heart of India, where myth and reality blur together in tales of heroism and sacrifice

by Unnati Das

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Jupiter and the Farmer

"Jupiter and the Farmer" is a morals-based fable that explores themes of justice and integrity. A farmer, unhappy with Jupiter's judgement, challenges him, leading to a series of decisions that put...

by Jean de La Fontaine

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Jupiter and the Monkey

"Jupiter and the Monkey" is a classic fable by Aesop in which Jupiter, king of the gods, organizes a beauty contest among newly born creatures. A monkey tries to win by dressing up and acting like ...

by Aesop

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Jupiter and the Thunderbolts

"Jupiter and the Thunderbolts" by Jean de La Fontaine is a metaphorical tale inspired by Greek mythology. The story spins around Jupiter, the king of gods, who is discontent with the behavior of hu...

by Jean de La Fontaine

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Jupiter and the Traveller

"Jupiter and the Traveller" is a collection of insightful fables written by Jean de La Fontaine. The story revolves around a traveler who seeks Jupiter's help for his journey, offering him a glimps...

by Jean de La Fontaine

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Just a nightmare

Nighmare

by Kasey

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Just Meat

"Just Meat" is a collection of short stories by Jack London that explores themes of survival, human experience, and the primal instincts inherent within both man and nature. The stories reflect Lon...

by Jack London

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