***NOW A WATTPAD FEATURED STORY*** [Book One of the Arabella Academy Series] Four teenagers, one dead girl and a whole lot of secrets surrounding a school. What happens when a murder that absolutely had nothing to do with you... simply had something to do with you? For Marcus, the news of Sheila's death was just another unfortunate circumstance in the daily life of Arabella Academy. However, the unquenchable desire of not minding their own business gets in the way of him and his best friend Jeff, causing them to plunge themselves into the world of detectives. Pretty soon the clues start coming up, and together with two other friends they embark on a journey that receives its fair share of good and bad. Will they be able to make it to the end and finally unmask the killer...together with finding that priceless necklace that everyone seems to be looking for? ************* Added to Wattpad's Official Mystery Account under Bright Young Minds Added to Wattpad's Official General Fiction Account under Clues & Secrets | Mystery/Thriller Added to Wattpad's Official Crime Account under Teen Crimes 1st Place in the Coronation Awards for Mystery/Thriller 1st Place in the WattOriginal Awards for Mystery/Thriller 1st Place in the Bookworm Monthly Awards for Mystery 1st Place in the Wildwood Awards for Mystery/Thriller/Paranormal 2nd Place in the Quarantine Awards for Mystery 2nd Place in the Creative Awards for Mystery/Thriller 2nd Place in the Butterfly Awards for Mystery/Thriller 3rd Place in the Discovering Elites Awards for Mystery/Thriller ************* ESTIMATED WORD COUNT: 71,150

After a night of extravagant partying with an elite group on a luxurious yacht, headstrong Callie awakens to an eerie silence. The once bustling vessel is now deserted, with no trace of the guests or crew. Alone and disoriented, Callie must rely on her wits and piece together the hazy memories of the night before. As she delves deeper into the mystery, she uncovers secrets that make her question everything she thought she knew. Will Callie unravel the truth before it's too late? Dive into this gripping tale of suspense and intrigue. Based on ONC 2025 prompt 97: You board a cruise for a party, but when you wake up the next day, you're the only person left on the ship. Everyone else has vanished, and no one knows where they've gone.

Four years into a long-term commitment, Ariana senses a void in her life. Her fiancé is a work-obsessed individual, as he always has been. At times, Ariana is uncertain whether he is truly working hard or simply trying to please another woman. The couple recently moved into a large mansion palace, unaware that they are not alone. At least, Ariana does not think so. As a housewife, Ariana has a great deal of freedom and contentment. Therefore, it is not surprising that she begins to investigate the house, uncovering a dark past within the mansion she resides in, and meet the spirit of her mansion. Along the way, she will have a journey through the past to uncover secrets, as well as a newfound love.

Powerful Relics protect this Galaxy from an ancient evil but over time their powers have dwindled. Meet Sam a teenager from Earth who was discovered to possess the ability to recharge these Relics. Charm a Relic Copyright © 2024 by David J Renaud Cover Art by: David J Renaud

"I hope you realize you made the worst f**king decision of your life." She could feel his cold icy blue eyes piercing through her soul. "I didn't ask for this..." tears threatened to fall from her eyes, her lips quivering in fear. His grip on both her wrists become tighter as he slams them hard against the wall, trapping her petite body in-between the wall and his body, "You'll never have a place in my life, let alone my heart, do you understand?" She winces from the pain from her wrists. He slams her arms against the wall again. He leans in close enough to the point where their lips are only inches apart, "I said, do you f**king understand, foolish girl?" His voice rises as he clenches his jaw in an impatient manner. She nods in hopes that he'll let go. And just like that, he lets go of her as she falls to the floor in utter defeat. What have I done... she asks herself. **Full Summary Inside** Cover by: Me, Myself, and I!

After uncovering a sinister ritual in an abandoned factory, Jay and his friends are the only hope to save their small town from the supernatural forces brewing there. Season 1 of Mezzanine ***** When Jay moves to Sycamore Falls at the beginning of his senior year of high school, the last thing he expects is suddenly developing the ability to read minds. As if knowing everyone's darkest thoughts isn't bad enough, things get worse when Jay finds a group of cloaked figures-seemingly brainwashed-taking part in a strange ritual within an abandoned factory at the edge of town. Along with Carter, his only friend, and Lola, the mysterious girl he can't help but be drawn to, Jay investigates. As the group unravels the secrets of the factory and their town, they find themselves in danger from the sinister supernatural forces that might have been best left undisturbed forever. WARNING: This story contains depictions of violence, strong language, bullying, reference to drug and alcohol use, and content that may be shocking to some readers. Reader discretion is advised.

What do you do when you're the daughter of the Demon Master? Run away, of course! Hidden within the largest city of the world, Vulean City, Meya Country. Tucked away from the main roads and in a small dead end street is a hidden pearl of a restaurant that only seats ten people at a time. With it's ridiculous pricing for the dishes, it only brings in the rich, the famous, and the known. With it's qi infused decor and dishes, of course those partons would have to bow down to it's owner and chef! Baozhai Restaurant is run by a petite beauty. A beauty that everyone calls a calamitous star. A beauty that can ruin a man and collapse a city. But here, she's known as the fierce Chef Sya who'll ruin your face if you get on her nerves. "You feed this Duke with food that has now reach this Duke's heart!" Ju Long announced. "You must take responsibility for this Duke!" "Tsk. Then I suggest you starve!" Sya retorted back to him. "Wife~~~~~." Ju Long whined. "Who here is your wife?" Sya said looking around the empty restaurant. "She must be a ghost. I'll set out an extra bowl at dinner so she won't be a starving ghost."

"NO!" I pull at his hand, trying to restrain it from hitting the glass. He can't break it! "Please, don't!" I cry out, only to be thrown across the room, my body colliding with the wall. My only way home, my only chance to see the world I love and know. And just like that, his fist collides with the mirror, the glass shattering to the ground as I scream. Tears begin to fall as I scream at him, watching as he approaches me like a predator, his hands bloody, his eyes turning black. I'm trapped here, forever. And he couldn't be more happy.

As a Porter, Bishop's primary job profile is decrypting synergists used in the development of Matrix for the brain. A support mechanism which allows the brain to thrive in a new world the human race find themselves, one which has suffered major depletion as a result of man's zest for development, hence, the exodus to Phase I--formerly called the moon. But not everyone left for Phase I. Somewhere in the highly unstable and reactive Sector 16 of Bathfog Ruins back at Phase II is the Eureka Elgium synergist, a key factor to the revolutionary Afterlife Matrix. Bishop's next job. Joined by a team of the finest squad in Phase II, Bishop sets out for Bathfog Ruins, but when their airship crash-land in the ruins, everything changes. Certain truths are unraveled about the government's scheme, their lives are threatened by unusual beings and Mecha hit men. And when the biggest fact of all is revealed, Bishop realizes he's more valuable than he knows and his real job is staying alive. *Current cover by @AAKhan

All her life, Ailith Natia has dreamed of becoming a Knight. However, born without noble blood, and with a family name that means nothing, she fears that it will remain a dream. That is until an opportunity presents itself. To prove her worth, she enters a tournament of power and magic. But, she soon finds herself embroiled in the midst of a conspiracy to topple the royal family. Now, she must confront challenges beyond anything she could have imagined. With a group of unlikely allies, Ailith is on a mission to protect the Princess, save the Kingdom, and complete her first step towards becoming the greatest hero who has ever lived. Magic. Adventure. Excitement. All these and more await in an epic story filled with heroes and monsters. *Book Cover created by @stormdancer- - HIGHEST RANKINGS: #1 in Epic Fantasy. #2 in High Fantasy. #2 in Sword & Sorcery. #2 in Steampunk. #71 in Adventure. #88 in Fantasy. - Wattpad Picks: Undiscovered, For Now. (19/01/2018) - REVIEWS: 10/10 ''The book is really interesting. I'll recommend this book to all wattpaders.'' - Reviews by @thereadingcafe_ 33/35 ''An amazing work in the midst here. I think this story will go far.'' - Honest Book Reviews by @geekyfangirl17 8/10 ''Definitely something I would want to buy when it's published.'' - Wonder of the Worlds: A Review Book by @TheFaeFolk - AWARDS: 1st Place in 'A Clash of Swords' for YA High Fantasy by @TheFaeFolk 1st Place in 'The Sinne Awards' for Fantasy/Sci-Fi by @minimxmist 1st Place in 'The Choco Awards' for Fantasy by @thereadingcafe_ 1st Place in 'The Blossoming Story Awards 2019' for Fantasy by @TheBSAwards 2nd Place in 'Fallen Angel Awards 2018' Winner 'The Disco Awards 2019' by @Miraculous_Magix Hidden Treasures Book Club 'Book of the Month - June' by @HiddenTreasuresBC