A young pony with a desire for writing contemplates his path, self reflection and realization ensue.

Note:I don't think there is anything else I can add into the Long Description without giving something about the story away ahead of time. What I will say is the story has some Alcohol usage, some profanity, some implied romance, but nothing over the top. Be sure to check out the Author's Note section, please and enjoy!

Sorry, don't have the money for a cover image. :'(

What follows is a fictional survival story based off of real events. Pocornia, passionate fiction writer and gourmet popcorn selling entrepreneur is struggling to stay afloat in a society plagued by a strange virus. Her situation deteriorates, leading her down a very dark path...

-Authors Note-

This story covers a very serious topic that I feel is getting overlooked in the age of Covid, bad mental health. If such content is too much for you to read then do not read this story. However, links to sites discussing mental health have been provided at the end of the story for anyone wants to check them out.

This story is a sequel to Popcorn

A dedicated young stallion lacking any documented background spearheads Equestrian sovereignty's political ambitions for the betterment of Equestria. His professional life is fraught with varying immorality, betrayal and mystery while his personal life is blessed with wealth and freedom to do as he pleases. Despite his blessings, he struggles to develop any meaningful relationships and feels the need to look over his shoulder quite often. One day, he finally sees something over his shoulder and it is unlike anything he ever thought possible...

Pocornia, the mare who ushered the light that banished the dark has been tasked with using the very thing that almost destroyed everything she knew. It is the hope of the Princesses that if she can master it, she can rise up in a time of need should the darkness ever threaten Equestria again. Unbeknownst to her, she will make a mistake that will drastically alter her day to day routine.

Note:This is a spin off mini series of the novel Popcorn. Events that take place in this mini series occur after the events in Popcorn. Also, events that take place in the mini series do not overlap with Popcorn's sequel.

Coco Pommel knows some ponies have nowhere to stay during the holiday, that is why she is running a homeless shelter and soup kitchen, but she doesn't have enough volunteers to feed everypony or enough money to pay the rent. Meanwhile, other ponies like Popcorn and Mirror are busy running errands. They don't know each other but end up crossing paths then decide to enjoy the holiday by helping others. What follows after their decision surprises them.

A small town Pegasus finds herself in unfortunate circumstances. Emotional ramifications force her to make decisions which could lead to a life of frivolity or one plagued by failure and despair.