They forgot to mention rule #7 By Caroline The landlord handed me a list of six rules when I moved into Apartment 13. The problem is… a week later, I found a seventh rule hidden behind the bathroom mirror. It wasn’t much to look at—faded wallpaper, creaky floors, and a hallway that always smelled faintly like old dust and cleaning supplies. But the rent was cheap, and at twenty-two years old, I couldn’t afford to be picky. When I signed the lease, the landlord slid a sheet of

Welcome! I’m Caroline Silver — and this is Cara Diaries. If you’ve found your way here, I hope you’ll stay a while. This space is where I write and post original fictional short stories. Who I am I’m Caroline Silver, a writer who delights in the whimsical aspects of life, the wonder of unexpected encounters, and the magic that can be found in the ordinary. I create original fictional tales for those who appreciate spooky charm, and stories that feel like stepping into another