"In the heart of Shadowfell, darkness is not just a force; it's a destiny." In a world shrouded in darkness, Detective Victoria Blackwood walks a dangerous path, seeking justice for victims brutally murdered. Meanwhile, Dominic Gray, an enigmatic artist, uses the victims' blood as his muse, driven by a quest for revenge against the prophecy and a desperate search for his long-lost sister. But crossing paths with Victoria was never part of his plan. Victoria is determined to eradicate all the darkness in Shadowfell City, but is she aware of the secrets and shadows she carries within? Could Dominic and Victoria have emerged from the same darkness-the shadow known as The Prophecy? Will she win or lose in this game of cat and mouse? And can Victoria survive when she discovers the darkness inside herself? --- In this electrifying tale of love, mystery, and intrigue, 'Canvas of Deception' will grip you from the first page and refuse to let go. Prepare for a heart-pounding journey filled with twists, turns, and a climax that will leave you breathless. Dive in, if you dare. Dare to enter a world where nothing is as it seems, and every shadow holds a deadly secret." Cover made by @storytellernat

[sʜᴏʀᴛʟɪsᴛᴇᴅ] Emily Walton is a 25-year-old young woman who has had a difficult life ever since she was a child. She never received love from her mother or her boyfriend, which made her feel miserable. As she nears the end of her life, Emily desperately begs for another chance. She yearns for a life filled with happiness in her next existence. After she passes away, she awakens in a motel. The motel feels strangely familiar to Emily as if she had heard about it before. Suddenly, a quote from her favourite book's description pops into her mind. Three strangers. Two secrets. One key. ONC2025

In a small town beset by secrets and struggles, seven girls each carry the weight of their own young yet burdensome lives. One fateful afternoon, their paths cross as they are all sent to detention for tardiness. This shared punishment forges an unexpected yet lovely bond, giving each girl a much-needed sense of belonging. The girls' newfound sisterhood brings them happiness and comfort despite their particular struggles. They help one another through good times and bad, laughing and crying together as they make their way through the harsh seas of youth. However, life starts to drag them in various directions as time goes on. Their once-unbreakable relationship begins to deteriorate as their separation increases. The girls find it difficult to deal without their friends' consoling presence as they grow apart. Each girl, lacking the support circle they previously depended on, must combat her own struggles, including those related to family, school, and personal fears. The story explores the anguish and mayhem that result from them facing their personal struggles alone, emphasizing the fragile nature and value of friendship. WARNING: This novel has mature content, such as suicide, depression themes, and violence. Reader discretion is advised. *** This novel is based on The BTS Universe or Bangtan Universe (often shortened to BU) produced by HYBE and Big Hit Music, and based on characters by the members of BTS.

Em had a four-step plan: 1.) Finish her last year of school. 2.) Graduate. 3.) Sell the house. 4.) Disappear. Lee only had one: Stop her before she did. -- Walk Me Out In The Morning Dew written by chokoreito. 🌱 **UPDATES WHENEVER**

At 18, Yoon Jong-Ri vanished from Mujin. A fugitive. A whistleblower. A name, erased. After leaking government secrets, she fled across borders and buried her past under a new alias: Tessa Kite. Having no home to return to, she finds a life in the electric jaws of Teppen-the tech-fighting capital where anonymity is currency and survival is a bloodsport. There, she meets three strangers with histories as tormented as hers. But the ghosts she ran from are catching up. Four fighters. One truth. And a secret worth killing for. Step into the ⫷⚠ 𝘼𝙇𝙏𝙍𝙒𝙍𝙇𝘿 ⚠⫸ // No ID. No memory. No way out. NOTE: This story contains mature themes, strong language, and shifting POVs. This is a work of fiction. Any resemblance to real people or events is purely unintentional. -- ✎ written by: @chokoreito ⚠ updates inconsistently, comments, votes, and feedback always appreciated! :D #wattys2025