She had it all - riches, a college scholarship, a girlfriend - until her conservative, hyper-religious parents found out about the girlfriend and made her choose between conversion therapy and disownment. That was the end of her academic career. Three years later, she met a shy public reference librarian in a bookstore. He'd been waiting his whole life for her. Meanwhile, she was starting her whole life over. What ensued between the two was magic. Given that he was about to become her tutor in the magickal and erotic arts, that was only to be expected. But at what cost? The mysterious older man was all she could ever have wished for, but she might need to choose between her developing identity and the most profound love she had ever known. ════════════════════════════════════ "Magic and philosophy sandwiched in between some of the hottest scenes I've read in recent years... Loved it!" - Hannah Gonzalez, Reedsy Discovery "Love is brutal, bloody, and ecstatic in this passionate romance... BDSM afficionados will love it... A richly imagined, lurid love story that's not for the faint of heart. (Our verdict: Get it!)" - Kirkus Reviews 🏆 Wattpad Accolades: 100+ indie awards since its January 2024 launch; featured in 4 Ambassador profile booklists, including AfterDark, Romance, and LGBTQ+

-Complete- A 2025 Nanowatt Winner. A zombie apocalypse with a twist of Native American Lore. It all began from a sequence of events so absurd, complicated and uncommon as to be unbelievable but an ancient Hopi Pueblo Prophecy predicted a time when the dead would roam the earth. They called them the Sleepwalkers. Monsters created during an unsurvivable cycle called the Sleeping Sickness, which would last for the length of time it took for only those born during that fateful era to grow up. There was no promise ANYONE could survive such an event. Nor was there ever any oral account as to how it might happen. Only a promise their Great Spirit would give them a sign. 𓅣 Enter Investigative Journalist and War Correspondent, Nathan O'Connor Sr. While covering a story for the WHO in Ethiopia he stumbles upon a dark plot originating in secret medical bio-labs that had the power to wipe out humanity, and runs concurrent with a Hopi prophecy predicting this event. Gathering as much information as possible, he took his findings to WHO HQ in Switzerland. He just never imagined his hard work would never see the light of day. Until it was too late. 𓅣 🎖️Rated #1 in Prepper! *week of 02/20/24 🆆🅰🆁🅽🅸🅽🅶🆂 ⚠️Rated [M] for Mature Audiences ☣️Sci-fi Zombie Apocalypse. 🚨Adult situations occur throughout the story with themes such as: marital strife, arguments and anxiety; with references to extreme delusion, self-medicating, drinking, smoking, revenge, narcissism trauma and teen pregnancy with descriptions of birth. ☠️Descriptions of mass death, murder, suicide, sexual encounters and zombie attacks. 🔫The characters in this novel carry guns for protection and use them. If any of these issues are triggers for [you] please do not read this book. 🐎 Otherwise, enjoy the Apocalypse!

For the Slates, demon slaying is the family business. And eighteen-year-old Perrin has fully embraced her chosen profession. But when her sister, fifteen-year-old Ace, declares she's ready to join the cause, Perrin has her reservations. First of all, the case she's picked involves not one, but three demonic foes. A tricky proposition for any new slayer. Second, something eerily familiar lurks at the heart of the infested town. A red-eyed presence that may or may not be the demon who murdered their brother a decade ago. Third, Ace refuses to listen. To reason, to orders, to sense. And in this line of work, one false move can get you killed. Along with their exasperated father and an overeager grocery store clerk, Perrin and Ace set out to raise a little hell and bag a trio of baddies. But demons aren't the only ones to fear. A secret society has discovered their connection to an ancient bet. One involving their very souls. And as enemies close in on all sides, the Slates will need to trust each other and their training to stay one step ahead of the coming storm. Set against the backdrop of 2010 Middle America, Slate Gray is a nostalgic tale of demons, driving and destiny. Will Perrin sacrifice herself to protect her sister? Will Ace make a deal with the devil to bring their brother back? Only time will tell. Featured on: @Fantasy @CelestiaCove @CitifiedFantasy @HalosAndHellfires @JustWriteIt @PrideReads @Project_Athena @QuickFantasy @StoriesUndiscovered **Trigger Warnings for Language, Violence and Gore**

According to folklore, obscure forces secretly live among us, shaping the natural world and influencing human affairs. Some call them spirits, others refer to them as guardians, and some even worship them as gods. But to the old and wise, those who understand what lies beyond this world, they are simply called "Anito." If you were to tell this tale to Makisig "Maki" Kagiwa, a 15-year-old high school student, he would dismiss it as nothing more than a silly superstition. Living in a bustling modern city, Maki views old beliefs as outdated stories with no place in reality. But his skepticism will be put to the test when he encounters the paranormal firsthand. What will he do when he realizes that the creatures and monsters from long-forgotten legends truly exist in the modern world? Will he become a believer before it's too late? Or will his doubts cost him dearly when he and his older brother find themselves hunted by otherworldly beings---creatures whose motives remain a deadly mystery? *** Mayari's right eye ignited with a burning scarlet glow, cutting through the night like an ember born of hell. The playfulness vanished, replaced by a predator's hunger. She advanced in a slow, deliberate stride. Every instinct in me screamed to run, but my legs betrayed me, buckling until I crashed hard onto the ground. When she drew close, she leaned down, her clawed finger hooking beneath my chin to lift my face toward hers. Trapped beneath her stare, I felt both powerless and spellbound. That crimson eye pulled me in, dazzling and terrifying, as though its very light sought to strip away the layers of my soul. "What... what are you?" I stammered. Her smile deepened, sharp and amused. "Some call us heroes. Others, demons in human form. To some we bring salvation. To others, we are death incarnate. But in the end, what we are is for you to decide. The real question is... can you trust a monster with your life?" *** Note: This story is written in English.

Cassandra de Ville, the daughter of a powerful mafia lord, inherits her family's crime empire after her parents and elder sister are brutally murdered. Haunted by survivor's guilt and memories of that tragic night, she struggles to navigate the dangerous world of organized crime. Ten years later, as she tries to prove herself worthy of her family's legacy, Cassandra faces betrayal, violence, and inner turmoil. Caught between the ruthless world of organized crime and her heart's desires, Cassandra is drawn into a dangerous, forbidden romance that threatens to unravel everything she has fought to protect. As she uncovers dark secrets buried within her family's past, she begins to question her role and the legacy left for her. With enemies at every turn and her own allies doubting her, Cassandra must find the strength to claim her rightful place at the head of her mafia dynasty, where loyalty, power, and love come at a deadly cost. All rights reserved. Achievements 🏆 Reached 500 reads ✔ Reached 10k-word mark. ✔ Reached 1k reads ✔ Reached 20k-word mark. ✔ Cover by sugaramry07

Secrets abound within the walls of the old Elburke mansion, where 16-year-old Kari Miyazaki works as a part-time gardener, unaware of the events that would soon entwine her fate with its not-so-ordinary occupants. For nothing is what it seems with her eccentric employer, or the elusive young master of the house, or for that matter, the new transfer student at her school. Taren Leinier had sworn never to see her again, if it meant keeping her away from the inherent dangers of his razor-edged world. But after several years, he finds himself a student at Kari's school--and back into her life. For death's icy fingers had finally found her, and his enemies will stop at nothing to destroy all those he loves, to possess a terrible power that can bring the world to its knees. Cover layout and design: Aravis Brightspell Cover photos - credits to the original artists https://www.pinterest.com/pin/1151936410921437728/ https://www.pinterest.com/pin/238690848970799076/

** Could an undying love blossom in the ruins of a shattered world? ** And so the world of men was lost and a new one, our world, was born. - Morrígan Goddess of the Battle of the Túatha Dé Danann - 4th cycle anno Bellum. The Second World War, which drove humanity to the abyss, has not only left death and destruction in its wake but has also opened the door to another reality. When the situation threatens to tip over, German cultists resort to desperate measures: They use a magical artifact that changes the fate of all humanity. It ripped the veil to Thule apart and revealed the realm of myths and legends. Beings that once only existed in the tales of the ancients now rule the world. In the ruins of the old times and an emerging new society with mighty rulers, the so-called Vaesen, the few survivors fight desperately for their existence while the remaining Cultists of the Thule Society work secretly to seal the world's fate once more. But amid chaos and despair, hope also arises. A Shapeshifter driven by revenge and an Bloodhunter of the Strigoi who harbors secrets of her own becomes caught up in the intrigue. Together, they embark on a hunt that could decide whether the world remains the same or undergoes another bloody transformation. In a storm of attraction, prejudice, and magic, Zane and Myreille must not only sort out their feelings and overcome the hostile Vaesen's entanglements but also fight against the impending doom that threatens to devour the last lives. **** NOVELLA Translation of our german ONC contribution 2024 German ONC24 WINNER Alternate History, Dark-Fantasy, Romance, Noir, Mystery-Mash-up :D 🥇Milestone Awards - Fantasy 🥇Sunflower Awards - Fantasy 🥇The Prose Gem Award - Fantasy 🥇ELPIDA Awards - Fantasy 🥇 The Sapphirian J Awards - Fantasy 🥈 Cloud Awards - General Fiction

[2024 WATTY WINNER][18+] Two best friends. Six weeks. One final shot at love. Since college, Maisie and August have been best friends-frustratingly, perfectly platonic best friends. For nine long years, Maisie has secretly harbored the hope that their relationship could be something more. In that time, Maisie Rhodes has skyrocketed to stardom as a pop sensation, earning the title of Pop Princess from her devoted Rhodie fans. When she hints on The Tonight Show that her love songs are inspired by someone close to her, speculation runs wild. To throw everyone off the scent-and protect her true feelings for August-Maisie's manager hatches a plan: fake a relationship with her best friend. Miraculously, August agrees. Now Maisie faces six weeks of pretending to date the one person she's always loved, all while tiptoeing around the unspoken truth that's lingered between them for years. What could possibly go wrong?

"You can't hold me like that and not kiss me," whispered Vinaya, her face an inch away from his, his strong arms wrapped around her small body. "I can't, Yaya," he said in his deep voice, "Your brother's friendship means too much to me to do this." His mind was a whirlwind of emotions that threatened to cloud his judgment. "More than I do?" She asked, closing the gap between their lips. ****** Vinaya Nambiar, a 22-year-old medical student from India, is accepted for a two-month clinical rotation in a hospital in New York City. With strict Indian parents and a rebellious spirit, Vinaya becomes entangled in a web of conflicting emotions when she stays with her brother's 28 year old best friend, Nithin Balachandran, the COO of a start up Engineering firm. The problem? They are undeniably and irresistibly attracted to each other. The problem? They belong to different castes. The problem? He is her brother's best friend. Will they defy the odds and soar to new heights, or will they crash and burn under the weight of societal expectations?