Deep inside the depths of melancholy and vulnerability, where every word holds the weight of a thousand unspoken truths, discover secrets only whispered by those who have embraced their own sorrows. Embrace the power of emotions as you immerse yourself in this anthology, a collection of short but soul-stirring verses that reflect the bittersweet journey of the human heart. Let these poems remind you that even in sadness, there lies immense beauty. --- Started: August 3, 2023 Ended: March 27, 2025 --- #1 in sad poetry (5/8/2023) (28/3/2025) #1 in sad poems (8/8/2023) #1 in poetry book (18/11/2023) (8/6/2024)

In a world where innocence is shattered, in the darkest corners of her young life, a twelve-year-old girl named Penelope Reed endures a heart-wrenching journey of abuse inflicted by those closest to her. Trapped within her own home, she faces unimaginable challenges and trauma as she navigates a toxic relationship with her controlling mother. With her new homeschool teacher and her mother unleashing cruelty upon her fragile spirit, and her alcoholic father casting shadows of despair, she is trapped in a suffocating existence and a broken home. This moving story will transport you to a world where hope, love, and courage flicker like a fragile flame, urging you to witness a child's fearless spirit, as Penelope battles against the odds, seeking peace amidst the chaos. --- Started: June 5, 2023 Status: Under Revision --- #1 in family dysfunction (17/7/2023) (8/6/2024) (28/3/2025) #1 in emotional journey (20/7/2023) --- This story is intended for mature audiences aged 18 and older. It delves into dark and sensitive themes, including: - Domestic violence - Child abuse - Self-harm - Sexual assault - Substance abuse - Alcoholism - Mental illness - Suicide attempts These topics are integral to the narrative and may be disturbing or triggering for some readers. Please proceed with caution, especially if you have experienced similar trauma. Reader discretion is strongly advised.

This haunting tale of fate and forbidden power follows a young boy plagued by an unrelenting streak of misfortune-until he uncovers the dark secret that binds him. A demon, drawn to his rare ability to travel between realms in his dreams, has cursed him to a life of suffering. As he unravels the truth behind his curse, he must navigate a perilous journey where nightmares blur with reality. With each step, he faces a choice: surrender to the demon's malevolent grip, or awaken the power within to rewrite the course of his destiny. Will he break free from the shadows, or will the curse claim him forever? --- Started: June 10, 2024 Status: Paused --- #1 in dream realm (2/4/2025) #1 in cursed fate (10/4/2025) --- This story is intended for mature audiences aged 18 and older. It explores dark and supernatural themes, including: - Demonology - Psychological trauma - Nightmares and lucid dreaming - Curses and dark magic - Violence and death - Mental and emotional distress These topics are integral to the plot and may be disturbing or triggering for some readers. Please proceed with caution, especially if you have experienced similar trauma. Reader discretion is strongly advised.

Book I of the Hidden Hearts Series --- In the city of Sainthollow, ruled with an iron fist by Lord Eins, fear and loyalty are his greatest weapons. His son, Lord Wels, stands in stark contrast, kind hearted, compassionate, and beloved by the people. Yet one servant, Anwen, finds herself ensnared in Lord Eins' relentless wrath. Targeted and punished for reasons she can't fathom, she endures a torment that lays bare the true cruelty of his rule. As summer's warmth settles over Sainthollow, Wels begins to notice the quiet strength and resilience that define Anwen. Her endurance sparks something within him, a need to protect her, to become her secret guardian, offering fleeting moments of mercy amidst his father's cruelty. With each stolen glance and whispered word, his feelings deepen, forcing him to confront the growing conflict between his duty to his bloodline and his urge to defy his father's oppressive reign. In a world where even the simplest kindness invites suspicion, Wels is willing to risk everything to shield Anwen from the man who should have kept her safe. As tensions mount and forbidden love blooms like summer's wildflowers, both must decide how far they are willing to go, for freedom and for each other. --- Started: October 15, 2024 Status: Complete || Soon to be published on Amazon. Only the first 10 chapters are available for free. --- #1 in tyranny (2/5/2025) #1 in medieval fiction (28/3/2025) #1 in family duty (2/4/2025) (8/9/2025) (25/9/2025) --- This story is intended for mature audiences aged 18 and older. It delves into dark and sensitive themes, including: - Abuse - Sexual assault - Prostitution - Torture - Suicide - Explicit sexual content These topics are integral to the narrative and may be disturbing or triggering for some readers. Please proceed with caution, especially if you have experienced similar trauma. Reader discretion is strongly advised.

Nothing Grew Where I Was Soft is a collection of sorrow-spun haikus that gently unravel the ache of vulnerability, loss, and the quiet spaces where pain once bloomed. In just seventeen syllables at a time, it speaks the language of silence, the places where words fell short, where softness was met with cold, and where beauty still tried to root itself in ruin. For anyone who has ever felt too much, given too much, or broken quietly, this book is for you. --- Started: April 18, 2025 Ended: May 6, 2025 --- #1 in haiku (22/4/2025) #1 in sad poetry (24/4/2025) #1 in short poetry (3/5/2025) #1 in japanese poetry (21/4/2025) #1 in emotional writing (21/4/2025) #1 in poetry collection (26/4/2025)