Born with a damaged heart, Leanna Weston has lived a sheltered life with little chance at adventure. When she hears that Finvarra's Circus is coming to her small town, she sneaks off to witness the magic first hand, sure that this is her only chance at experiencing true magic-even if the frightening rumors about the heartless Ringmaster, Finvarra, are true. Caught by Finvarra, Leanna is given one chance at survival: she must join the circus. As slowly she becomes part of the strange family, Leanna learns that there is more than magic to this circus, but an ancient curse that has tied Finvarra's life to its rings. If the circus fails, he dies. Leanna vows to save the circus, but when a ruthless enemy emerges, set on destroying it and Finvarra, will Leanna be able to save them both, or will her broken heart fail her just when she needs it most? Cover Artist: Lisa Rhodes

This is a Gothic short story that I wrote for a Personal Project. Please give feedback and opinions as it will help me develop my story further, both negative and positive comments will be much appreciated as constructive criticism. Thank you.

I got the inspiration to write this story while sitting in my own orchestra class and noticed that the strings of my violin were "cutting" my fingers...nothing to worry about of course. I came up with this specific idea while brainstorming ideas for my freakshow story. I hope you enjoy this creepy story!

The year is 1895, and famed composer Johann Bergmann is dead, leaving Matilda Brackenborough, a young Englishwoman who wanted nothing more than to study with her longtime idol, in the dust. With only a handful of francs and a book of half-written compositions to her name, Matilda must find her own way in the chaotic world of the Parisian music scene. Along the way, she meets a sword-slinging opera singer, a violinist with a mysterious past, and a new composition teacher who might just be the prime suspect in Bergmann's murder. All of them have something to hide. Will Matilda and her new friends solve the mystery before Bergmann's killer strikes again? Cover by @WorksByAmeliss

"Why do you always have those earbuds in?" "Music keeps the monsters away." ~*~*~*~*~ Casey Adams is your average 16 year old - except for one thing; she has been diagnosed with Schizophrenia. [#17 mystery/thriller] [will be edited and a new version will be posted soon]

Airships, dastardly deeds and mayhem abound in this complete Dystopian Steampunk adventure for Young Adults. The day after Nina Swift's 21st birthday, she sets out to retrace her famous mother's final, fatal journey. Within days she's wanted for murder, arson, manslaughter, and piloting an unlicensed airship. Suddenly, everyone, including the psychopathic Lieutenant Borker, wants a slice of her. Literally. Join the fabulous Nina Swift ducking and diving her way through a dystopian future via friendship, adventure, betrayal, and assassins. As Nina dives into the mystery of her mother's past, she discovers shocking things about herself, and about the greatest secret of the age.. Nina Swift is a force to be reckoned with - a steampunk Jessica Jones. Appreciation for Gaia's Brood: "This is probably the most amazing indie story I've ever read. The descriptive words used paint the picture so vividly it's almost as if I'm watching a movie and the words simply help narrate. Incredible!" Lyrical_love22 (Wattpad fan) "Gaia's Brood is incredibly well crafted! Can't stop reading it." @Alkinea (Author of the Blue and Green Fairy Tales).

Lillian is on a rather simple journey, when a train derailment while in the void between cities complicates matters quite dramatically. Dieselpunk, Weird Fiction

It's 1935, and two good friends out for a bad time find more than one of them bargained for...

Set after 'The Lost Future'/'Unwound Future', 'Professor Layton and the Memories Of A Time Gone By' explores the life of Hershel Layton after losing his loved one, Claire, and his apprentice: Luke Triton. With his emotions threatening to consume him, he tries to live life normally, and put on a smile. After all, that's what a gentleman does. But what happens when an old friend comes calling? Can Hershel find it in himself to solve another mystery? The first part in the thrilling 'Love In Memories" Two-parter! WARNING: Contains spoilers for the following Professor Layton games: 'Pandora's/Diabolical Box', 'Lost/Unwound Future' and 'Miracle Mask'. While a detail from 'Azran Legacy' is mentioned, it is not considered a major spoiler. If you have not finished those games yet then I suggest doing so before reading this story. But why wouldn't you? If you are reading this now then you most likely love the Layton games and want to finish them. Or already have! If so, read on.