Inkwell Laurels Award 2023 Fall/Winter -CLOSED- Community Judge
12 stories
Unlikely🌻 by countryfresh
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Meet Taliha, a renowned introverted bookworm with a haunting past and a secret alter ego as an up-and-coming Islamic writer. Her peculiar and unconventional reactions to life's twists and turns have left her questioning her very existence, as the world seems like a treacherous place for her. Will she ever summon the courage to stand up for herself and find acceptance in society's embrace? Little does she know, there is more to her than meets the eye, a hidden depth waiting to be discovered. Enter Arif Soydan, a fearless and brilliant individual who crosses paths with Taliha at their university. Their initial encounter sparks a fierce rivalry, fueled by Taliha's ascent to the top of the class. But now, Arif seeks to forge an unexpected friendship with Taliha, driven by motives unknown. Can he achieve his objective without succumbing to the allure of his rival? And how will Arif react when he uncovers the truth that his nerdy crush next door is actually his academic adversary? Will he embrace her for who she truly is? Embark on a heartwarming journey as we delve into the captivating tale of Taliha and Arif, where friendship and love intertwine amidst the walls of academia and the secrets of the heart. Copyright © 2022
Alorah's Never-ending Worries by Amethyst_Alveres
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On the outside, Alorah is a simple, diligent, and caring 17-year-old girl who only sees the good in people. Yet, behind all that is someone who has worries of her own. A strong worry that keeps her heart racing every time she lies in bed at night, ready to fall asleep, and has slowly manifested into her daily life. After her first encounter with Julian in the classroom, how will Alorah, a person who isn't fond of chaos and likes to keep her inner worries to herself, handle a person like Julian, a well-known guy for having a "bad boy persona"? Copyright © 2022 @Amethyst_Alveres
Halloween Horrors: A Collection of Short Stories to Scare You Senseless by Kanhakisakhi
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This short story collection is being featured in the reading list of Bluebirdawards ✨ This book won first place in best chapter names in Cherry Blossom Mini Awards by OpheliaCove! Do you dare to read these terrifying tales of horror and suspense? Halloween Horrors is a collection of short stories that will make you shiver and scream. From haunted houses to cursed objects, from zombies to vampires, from ghosts to demons, these stories will take you on a journey into the darkest corners of your imagination. So what are you waiting for? Dive into this realm of darkness!
Fading Spotlight  by reindolfwrites
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In the world of Hollywood, Isabella Parker's star has reached its peak. A two-time winner of the industry's biggest award, she's poised to make history with a third consecutive victory. But on the night of the awards show, just as she's about to accept her latest accolade, the lights in the entire building plunge into darkness. What happens next shakes New York City and Isabella herself. A fearless journalist, William Hart, known for seeking the truth, claims to have received an anonymous call. A call that threatens to destroy Isabella's reputation and her very existence. She's being accused of murder and a whole lot. The big question is, are the accusations true?
Tale of the Princess by ScribbleYourThoughts
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Princess Shyra's life has only extended till planet Ziya and she doesn't know how to look beyond helping her people. As far as she's concerned, she's being trained to rule her entire life, and it's the only goal she's ever known. Cue the handsome prince sweeping her off her feet and showing her new dimensions of herself. Cue the dilemma as she is pulled apart by the choice between duty and love, honor and heart. Charming princes make for great husbands, after all. But fate has even darker things in store for her. Shyra finds her life upturned and her moralities questioned as her husband is stolen and she has to make the toughest choices of her life. Does she go after her beloved husband, or stay back and deal with the political turmoil going through her kingdom. And even if she chases him, who would come to the aid of a woman who's looking for her husband all alone? Cover made by @Farleykins
The Last Philosopher: Part One by NickfEast
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11x featured wattpad story. Before everything, it's assumed there was nothing, but what if there was no real difference between the two? Just two extreme philosophies from the first conflict. The planet Huom has been under observation for longer than should technically be possible. The primary watcher, a bitter black hole, is excited to see that there is finally a proverbial Darkness at the end of the tunnel. Meanwhile, on the planet, in the freezing mountains of Empris, Lyeasrakardsul, the oldest living sorcerer, suffers from devastating nightmares. At the same time, far away in the sandstone desert of Zenon, Herschel, a man filled to the brim with weird ideas is escaping a prison filled with strange old men. What does all this have to do with arsehole Gods, hairy Dwarfs, frustrated Afreets, curious Knomes, lizard-women, and nude Áettar? Perhaps Nothing, perhaps Everything... but why can't it be both?
Rhyshannon Chronicles | Book 1:  A Path of Swords by Aravis-Brightspell
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On a day that began like any other, a fifteen-year-old boy lost everything he had ever valued--while gaining a Power that can shake the very foundations of two worlds. For David John Trent, nothing will ever be the same again after a near-death encounter with a cloaked assailant lands him in a hospital ICU. His reality starts to spiral out of control in what appears to be a never-ending nightmare, as he becomes the target of ancient, malevolent forces from another realm. David's only hope of survival rests in the hands of an exiled Druid who is shrouded in many secrets--and a Power that he can barely understand, let alone control. Thrust into the dark realm of Ervon, he now must walk a treacherous path of self-discovery--a path of swords--to face an immortal foe that threatens not only Ervon's existence, but the fate of his own world. ✧☽ ✧ 🗡 ✧ ☽ ✧ Laurel Wreath Awards 2023 Winner: Most Enthralling World Hall of Fame 2023 Awards 1st Place Winner: Adventure Sunset-Moon Awards 1st Place Winner: Action/Adventure Happiness Awards 2nd Place Winner: Fantasy/Adventure/Action ✧☽ ✧ 🗡 ✧ ☽ ✧ Cover Art by Aravis Brightspell
Lily's Warrior King by Girlygirl8821
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What if the man you have been dreaming of Does exist but isn't from your world? What if he is an ALIEN? Lilly has been seeing a strange-looking man in her dreams and she dismissed them as just being overly tired and stressed out from her final exams. Lily was in her final year of med school when everything she knew came to a crashing end. Who will save the Earth? Who will save Lily and her sisters from certain doom? GCF Council received a distress call from Z223 "Earth" that the planet was under attack by strange-creatures and needed help right away. They contacted Alistir ruler of Davorki and known by the Warrior King. They responded to the call from the Council that Z223 needed help to eradicate the unfamiliar creatures that were invading. Alistir and his men had never heard of Earth. They arrived just in time to help this planet. Alistir sensed that a life form was in distress and needed assistance right away. That's when he saw the woman from his dreams. He stopped in his tracks. He jumped into action. Lily thought she was about to die when a tall-looking man came out of nowhere and killed all The man looked like the man she had been seeing in her dreams. He was taller than any man she'd ever seen, he was hot, and he was buff. He had green eyes and brown hair. Follow their intergalactic romance.
Kayadhu Kalyaan (Book1 Of VishnuBhakti Series) by Kanhakisakhi
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This Book won the 2nd Runners up place in Best Prologue category at House of Cards Mini Awards. A lone flower, drifting in the breeze, without a home or a purpose. It finds its resting place on the statue of Lord Vishnu, adorned with jewels. But this is no ordinary flower. She is Kayadhu, the daughter of the king of serpents, who eventually became the queen of demons. Her story is of dedication and devotion which will eventually pass to her new generation- Her son Prahlad, who will be Lord Vishnu's ardent devotee even being the son of Demon King Hiranyakshipu. This is a story that spans across centuries and realms, filled with magic, mystery, and adventure. A story that will captivate you and make you wonder about Kayadhu's point of view and her emotions in her journey. Cover credits goes to @DarkDesigner
Mystical Mutant {Editing} by Kikibtsstan
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~Highest rank~ #1 alienplanet (19/4/2023) || ×46 Award-winning book || After a great war wiped out the Elevanas and the Glorindians, the last survivor fled to Earth. Seventeen-year-old Fiona Cinderblock learned the way of humans; she got admission into Dian High School in Magnolia. Fiona tried to keep a low profile but her incredible skills exposed her every time. She rejected potential friends and connections to protect her secret identity; it was dangerous to grow fond of any human. ... Louis Walter, the son of the richest billionaires in town, is described as one with sass and smiles. People wondered what he didn't have-fame, money, a chiseled body, good looks-but bad grades. He had undergone intensive training since he was a kid and succeeded in all aspects except academics. Louis is reminded he's a wasted investment at the end of each semester by his father. Years passed and Louis got used to the name-calling. He accepted he was never good enough-but he wanted to pass his college exams. How could he prove his father wrong when he failed basic tests? ... These two worlds crossed paths-had a rusty start but slowly began to learn and grow together. Feelings crept in and they got comfortable with each other. Fiona loved Louis more when he opened up about his challenges, but he couldn't confess his love to her. As much as Fiona wanted to tell him about herself, she didn't. "What if he hates me? What if something goes wrong?" Louis found out about her secret in the most unpredictable way-when Fiona thought it was over, she had just unlocked another mystery. ©Kikibtsstan 2020