An exiled warrior must break his curse before winter's bitter cold drains the last light of the world. Jordan Mbu is a hero with an unforgivable past who has chosen to watch the world end from a distance, at least until he meets a woman and child who remind him that thee are still some things worth saving. Armed with skills, knowledge, and a broken magical sword he sets out to do what's right in the face of a darkening world where light has nearly gone extinct. Many obstacles stand in his was, none so strong as his dark past looking to drown him in guilt and to break what resolve he has left.

A collection of entries for the Write 2 Rank 2022 competition. The soldiers of Fort Greenwich struggle to maintain autonomy in a land fallen to ruins. The conservative theocracy and the ravenous corporations fight to claim the remnants of a country torn asunder. Dreya Thorn and her partner Forest Alba try to etch out a living in a world plagued by famine, war, pestilence, and apathy.

A collection of entries for the Write 2 Rank 2021 competition. Adventure is a call to action. Actions are the building blocks of every Hero. Witness the rise of The Mighty, a group of adventurers who would one day leave a lasting mark on the history of Ifias.

A collection of entries for the Write to Rank 2 competition. Witness the bastion of Shadow City as its heroes attempt to protect their borders from enemies, big and small.

A collection of short stories, competition entries, and challenges. A place for stories too short for their own books, but too good to die on my computer. I welcome you to vote, comment, and leave suggestions.

Talk about fish out of water... Last week, Marlon was just another mailroom clerk. This week, he's a diplomat on a mission of national security. He didn't train for this and he he's not equipped. Saying things are going to get interesting is an understatement. *** Marlon Smalls has been chosen as one of a handful of ambassadors to pass beyond the veil and into the LM, Land of Monsters. The goal is to see if us, humans that is, and them, the monsters beyond the veil, can coexist peacefully. If he succeeds, he'll be a hero and a pioneer. If he fails, he'll likely start a war.

The Gates of Heaven and the Pits of Hell are open, the time has come for the final battle. Angels and demons clash with the fate of the world in the balance. As the world as we know it crumbles a group of survivors struggle to find sanctuary. A man with visions, an officer touched by grace, a criminal with a dark side, and a girl with a gift flee from a city burning. Demons are everywhere. The night is dark and full of terror. Their only hope for salvation is a child, destined to save mankind. Can they avoid the flames? Can they avoid the chaos? Their fates are bound together, their futures are unsure.

Scientists have discovered a 'dark liquid; that is really at the base of the universe's continual expansion. When a team of researchers isolate some of the mysterious dark liquid, the world is forever changed... for better or worse. ... Dr. Nykia Baccus is on the fast track to the top of her field. her team is on the verge of making scientific history. When they manipulate the building blocks of reality the entire structure comes crashing down. Everything she knows and believes come into question as the secrets of creation are laid bare. Can her mind process revelation? Can reality withstand the shifting paradigms? Only time will tell. ******* Open novella Contest (ONC) submission 2021

The crew of the Embrine Corporation's Deep Colony-50 are explorers sent to begin the colonization of a new world on the edge of Earth Conglomerate space. In a time where faster than light travel is common place alien worlds are the settings for epics and adventure throughout the Federation. Unfortunately the crew of Deep Colony-50 are not adventurers, and they aren't prepared for what what awaits them. Highest Rank: #2 Fantasyfiction April 2019

Leto works for the most feared gangster in New York City as her personal enforcer. He is stoic, relentless, and without fear. His master's name inspires dread in her rivals for they know once she unleashes her executioner lives will be lost. Armored in his hoodie and headphones, Leto faces drug dealers, faeries, shapeshifters, and the devil himself to protect his master's interest. *** When Leto confronts a low-level gang encroaching on The Asha's territory, things take an unexpected twist. Soon he must resist the devil's temptation, entreat the Weird sisters for assistance, and prepare for a war no one is ready for. Old demons and new come converge in hopes of corrupting a man with a terrible destiny as he fights to defend his master's territory and protect the women he loves. Journey through NYC with Leto as he dives down the paranormal rabbit hole head first.