The denizens of Hell have something planned. They have been planning it for a long time now. They want Dylan, a 10 year old boy. They have his mom, Jodie. They killed Zephaniah. Rejected by Heaven, but not fated for Hell either, Zephaniah literally would go to hell and back to save Dylan from the clutches of evil. Will the deal he struck prove his undoing? Did he ever really have a choice? -- This has been a passion project of mine for a long time and I hope this story has matured enough that it can be as enjoyable for you as it was for me to write. Plan to publish weekly. Thank you for the chance at your time. The cover is a place holder while I commission the new one. It still has the old title.

Shu had just found what he'd been missing his entire life-a real family. A warm home. And a brother named Johnny who finally made him feel safe. Then the world collapsed. A deadly virus spreads without warning, turning people into creatures caught between life and death. One bite. One mistake. One hour is all it takes to lose someone forever. With no cure and no explanation, cities fall into chaos and hope rots alongside the dead. As everything he loves is ripped away on day one, Shu is left with a single, haunting fear: surviving doesn't matter if he loses himself. In a world where peace dies first, staying human may be the hardest fight of all. But as the world burns and humanity fades, will Shu be able to survive and stay human alongside his brother Johnny?

🏆x2 Awarded Best Science Fiction 🏆 Awarded Best Duo A sci-fi novella set in the universe of Shadow and Steel. In the city of Rift Dome, secrets are buried deep within the moon's ancient fractures. But some won't stay dead. Jace lives for the rush: the speed of the chase, the sting of blaster fire, and the high of outrunning death. But when a heist goes sideways, he uncovers a secret that could shatter the Dome--and everything holding the city together. Beneath the seductive glow of neon lights, the truth cuts deeper than any blaster. And Jace just pulled the trigger. Content Warning: This story contains violence, gore, death, harassment, strong language, substance use, non-explicit sexual content, and mature situations. Reader discretion is advised. Open Novella Contest 2025 longlister. The Prompt: 70. After stealing something vital from the city, you flee in a car, only to find a discarded human-like android in the back seat. The android has a critical flaw-and you must protect it from those who want it back.

In 2123, being a Pro Hero is the dream for a majority of the world. Who wouldn't want to get paid to save hot girls AND be a celebrity? Leo Lambert, that's who. Sure, he's got a Gift, and yeah, he's got a knack for saving people. But Leo would rather keep his head down and mouth running than play nice for the press. It's too bad for him that his instincts don't believe in having an easy life. After being (illegally?) drafted by an Underground Pro, he's neck-deep in a conspiracy no one wants to talk about; chasing down missing kids while the people in charge look the other way. His mentor is hiding something, and the villains are hiding in plain sight. He just didn't expect them to be wearing the very same capes he looked up to. --- What to Expect: - Sarcastic but emotionally vulnerable MC - Power system with social consequences - Fast-paced action and character-driven drama - Found family - Heavy themes: identity, justice, trauma, and self-worth - LGBTQ+ rep - Manga/anime tone with a Western twist

Four hapless college roommates decide to hire a cleaning lady. When a beautiful young woman shows up, hilarity ensues. --- It chick lit from a male POV. It's trash... but then you keep reading and you're like: wait.. is this kinda good? It's pretty funny. You will likely laugh at some point. If you're thinking you've seen this story before, you may have seen it on my throwaway account... but I've decided I don't mind associating myself with this story after all. So here it is on my main. (The only feedback I'm looking for on this story will be in the form of praise as it is something I don't actually tale seriously at all lol. )

Step into a world lost to time with "Prehistoric Wild: Life in the Mesozoic," a captivating collection of short stories that transport you to the ancient past. Each tale unfolds in a different fossil formation around the globe. Gain a glimpse into unseen times in natural history from the healing world of the Triassic, the ecological bloom of the Jurassic, and the waning days of the Cretaceous. Explore worlds much different from our own such as the sea of middle North America, the wetlands of southern Mongolia, and the forests of the Antarctic. Meticulously researched and vividly imagined, these stories strive to capture the authenticity and wonder of life during the Mesozoic era. Written in a style inspired by nature documentaries, each story offers a realistic and immersive glimpse into the behaviors, struggles, and triumphs of a diverse array of creatures that once roamed our planet. Whether it's the famous dinosaurs, the sky-faring pterosaurs, the long-forgotten marine reptiles, or the earliest ancestors of mammals, this collection brings the ancient world to life with compelling accuracy. Drawing inspiration from modern-day natural phenomena as well as the latest theories and discoveries in paleontology, these tales blur the line between fact and fiction, reviving the distant echoes of prehistoric life. Join us on this journey through time, where the wonders of long ago await your discovery. Experience life on Earth as it once was for over 180 million years. Welcome to the Prehistoric Wild.