//Into the forest, you may go// //Where birds sing, where trees grow// //Into the forest, you may go// //Where stag bleats, where echos flow// //May you never lose the way// //Lest you will never get away// //Into the forest, you may go// Roy's life was perfect. It was absolutely perfect... Until it's shattered by one simple mistake. Bitter and resentful, Roy hopes to escape the claws of the past by accepting a job offer at Little Ridge Camp in the local natural park. However, the forest is just as unforgiving as the world outside. The ancient canopy of trees holds secrets and bones alike, the remains of those who wandered astray. The whispers of insanity echo along the slopes, grazing the ears of those willing to listen. Can you hear them? Embark on a journey soaked with blood and tears. Will Roy uncover the phantoms of the Little Ridge Camp before he becomes one himself? Be aware gentle reader... If you gaze into the shadows, let it be known they stare back...

Defeated. Discredited. Forgotten. But whatever they say, Rowan Reed is not a quitter. Life hadn't treated Rowan kindly but with a sudden opportunity to research an oceanic anomaly, she takes a leap of faith into the cold depths of the Atlantic to restore her good name. Can she navigate the web of lies and conspiracy while the unknown reaches for her from the deep? Is her psyche strong enough to endure the horrors beneath? Who is the man on the radio? Can she get out alive before it's too late? Welcome to the tale of survival, a tasteful blend between horror and mystery, with a dash of romance. But, beware, gentle reader, once you choose to follow Rowan through the Deep Dark Blues... There will be no coming back... ////DISCLAIMER/// This story contains mature themes ... I mean it 0-0 Credits: <3 The cover and images were done by me. <3 All rights reserved ;) 1st Place- Rivalry Awards 2025 1st Place- Cryptic Quills Community Awards 2025

ꗥ❀ 𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐩𝐚𝐝 𝐑𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐠𝐞 ❀ꗥ I had everything that a person could ask for - a loving family, wealth, respect in the kingdom of Kshatra Gadh, and engagement to the love of my life. But life had other plans; I lost everything within the blink of an eye. Everyone left me, and I was all alone in this scary world. I became a living corpse who was trying to get by until I discovered my mother's secret. A heritage that she kept secret and a ray of hope in my dark life. Leaving the kingdom behind, I went on a search for answers. And now I am back, stronger than ever, claiming what was rightfully mine, and no one can stop me. . . . Follow the story of Laxita as she goes on a quest to discover her identity and tries to find her rightful place in the world. She goes through a journey of self-discovery, finding her true happiness (and maybe love?) along the way. Tropes: - Strong FL - Caring and Protective ML - He Falls First, She Falls Harder - Medium Burn - Boy Obsessed #1 in historical romance (07/10/24) #2 in India (09/04/25) #2 in strong female lead (09/04/25) #3 in historical romance (10/04/25) #1 in ancient india (09/06/2025) #3 in histfic (09/06/2025)