In her previous life, she was a dedicated fangirl of Abel Louvremont, the main character of her favorite novel, Persona. Caught in an unfortunate car crash on her way to a book signing event, she wakes up in the world of her favorite novel as Aisha Heathcliff. Abel Louvremont is still a child, and her dedicated antics continue as she admires her bias from afar-until her devotion is mistaken as intended for someone else. Aisha finds herself engaged to his father, the epitome of perfection in the Crescenta Empire, Duke Hades Louvremont. All Rights Reserved Written by Ko Eun Chae.

When a keepsake from her deceased mother turns out to be a symbol of royalty, Blondina goes from poor street urchin to princess of the Ates Empire in the blink of an eye. Unfortunately, her new life isn't any better: she is forced to live alone in an isolated palace, mistreated by her royal half-siblings, and neglected by her father, the emperor. Everything changes when the lonely princess comes across Amon, a mysterious black cat roaming around the palace. Amon is actually a divine beast revered by the empire, and Blondina's deepening relationship with him helps her overcome her traumatic past. But one last issue remains unresolved: the painful history between the royal family and the divine beasts. Can Blondina and Amon overcome all obstacles and finally establish peace between humans and beasts? WARNING: This story contains depictions of abuse, the trauma of children, violence, gore, and death that may be upsetting for some readers. Reader discretion is advised. All Rights Reserved Written by Early Flower.

"You should have never been born." Those are the last words Ariana heard before dying painfully on her twenty-eighth birthday, having been betrayed by her own family and so-called lover after spending her entire life groveling for their attention. So when she somehow reawakens as her sixteen-year-old self, she resolves to never love or be loved ever again. Instead, Ariana sets out to get revenge on her conniving and power-hungry mother and sisters-memories of the past and a steely resolve being all she has at her disposal. But her plans are interrupted by Cyrus Carrha, the infamously cold-and handsome-ruler of the Northern Kingdom. They never once interacted in her past life, but now, Cyrus seems strangely interested in her. Will he turn out to be a valuable ally, or is he just another vulgar-hearted noble like everyone else in Ariana's life? All Rights Reserved Written by Baekmyo.

"Your smile is lovely, Iris," the beast said. "I want to swallow you whole." Due to her beauty, Iris was known as the flower of Duke Whittle. In reality, however, she was merely an illegitimate child born from a tryst between the duke and one of his maids. Until its very end, her life was akin to a wilting weed trying to withstand the fires of hell. But just as the curtains closed, her new life began. To make sure this second chance doesn't go the same way as her first, Iris approaches Keibrandt, a fierce and beastly man who she plans to use for the sake of living comfortably. "Let's see if you can make me hot, Keibrandt-though I doubt that will be possible." This is a fairytale about a proud woman who tamed a beast. All Rights Reserved Written by Baekmyo.

Gaming streamer Jinhyeok Kang spent eleven years obsessively playing Tower of Trials, a game that everyone else abandoned as garbage. But even Jinhyeok never would have guessed that the fifty-level tower from his beloved game would appear in real life-and that the fate of the entire world depended on clearing it. Fortunately for humanity, Jinhyeok happens to be the only player who has ever cleared the whole tower. Armed with his encyclopedic knowledge of the game and an ability to copy others' abilities and combine them into unique powers, Jinhyeok is ready to take on the tower. But he has no intention of saving the world for free-he's determined to reap all the riches, followers, and fame of an S-grade hero. Has his new abilities drained away his humanity...or did he gain those powers because he was becoming a monster? WARNING: This story contains depictions of violence, gore, and/or graphic depictions of death, profanity, and strong language that may be upsetting for some readers. All Rights Reserved Written by Maslow.

Hansu Lee is a twenty-nine-year-old game addict who has devoted almost a decade of his life to beating the notoriously difficult game Dungeon & Stone. When he finally reaches the boss monster, a status window appears with the message "Tutorial Complete," followed by a blinding light. Suddenly, Hansu is transformed into a barbarian named Bjorn Yandel inside the world of the game-but it's no longer just a game, it's actually real! With nothing but the weapon in his hand and his prior knowledge of the game, Bjorn must fight for his life in a world full of deadly monsters-and conceal his true identity to avoid execution-in a real-life battle for the survival of the fittest. WARNING: This story contains depictions of violence, gore, and/or graphic depictions of death, profanity, and strong language that may be upsetting for some readers. All Rights Reserved Written by Jung Yoonkang.

With two worlds ripped apart by fear and magic, who (or what) will restore balance and peace? - Introducing my first ever NaNoWriMo project (ever) for NaNoWriMo 2020! This is my first time ever participating in this writing challenge and despite the many edits I'd like to make to my story along the way, I will be uploading each chapter as I complete them! Good luck to everyone participating this year! If you'd like to buddy up with me, my NaNoWriMo profile is @casuallybean ~ - While I take claim over my original characters, I do not claim any possession of the video links/songs linked in my story. Each belongs to their respective owners.

In the world of Sorl, a devastating disease born of dark magic has ravaged the land, forcing the Seven Kingdoms to isolate themselves behind towering walls. This dystopian reality is a grim reminder of the cost of magic gone awry. However, legend speaks of powerful artifacts crafted by the gods, including the fabled Stone of Light, believed to hold the power to eradicate the disease and restore the world. Ivor, a young man from the impoverished Kingdom 1, yearns for a life beyond the confines of his kingdom's walls. Driven by a desire to change his fate and inspired by tales of the Stone of Light, he embarks on a quest to find this mythical artifact. After a decade of rigorous training under a mysterious mentor, Ivor steps into the perilous world beyond, determined to make a difference. His journey leads him to an unexpected alliance with Zoe, a talented magician, and Snubs, a hopeful blacksmith. Together, they navigate a world rife with danger, from undead fairies to a menacing dragon under the thrall of a dark queen. Along the way, they face moral trials, uncover secrets about the disease, and develop bonds that test their loyalty and courage. Their quest climaxes in the legendary City of Light, where they must undergo trials to prove their worthiness for the Stone. Yet, even as they grasp at hope, they confront betrayal and revelations that challenge everything they know about their world and themselves. "The Seven Kingdoms Book 1: The Stone of Light" is a gripping fantasy tale of bravery, friendship, and the relentless pursuit of a cure for a world on the brink of despair. It sets the stage for an epic saga filled with rich lore, intricate characters, and the timeless battle between light and dark. As Ivor and his companions strive to heal their world, they discover that the true battle is not just against external darkness, but the shadows within themselves.

All James Claus wants for Christmas is to make his dad proud. He's tried everything from baking cookies to assembling toys, but no matter what he does he always seems to screw it up somehow. That is until he meets Ruby, the rambunctious granddaughter of the most famous reindeer of all. The pair get along as well as marshmallows and hot chocolate, earning James a job at the reindeer stable. With the world famous Reindeer Games on the horizon, will James and Ruby score a spot on Santa's sleigh team, or will their dreams melt like snowflakes? Cover by @Randompeephere

When Bryony -- herbalist extraordinaire -- goes missing, Bella knows one suspect stands above the rest. The village's aspiring second witch, Daphne, comes from a family that's tried to take Bryony down before, and Daphne seems determined to carry on that legacy. For someone who's always been terrified of Bryony, she's a little too keen on looking into the disappearance. There's just one problem. Bella's insufferable fellow familiar thinks the kid is innocent... and he's been right about worse things before. If Daphne herself is to be believed, clues on the disappearance lead a whole lot closer to home than Bella would like. As the evidence mounts, Bella must choose to either stand by her values and the woman who raised her, or seek what might be a truth she would rather not uncover. Prompt #81: The town's witch has gone missing and no one is looking for her but her two familiars - a crow and a black cat, plus the teen who has always been scared of her. ❖❖❖ Written for Wattpad's 2024 Open Novella Contest. Longlister. Complete. Comments and critiques are both welcome and appreciated. I write characters from many different backgrounds, with many different experiences. If you share those traits and find that I have misrepresented anything, please let me know! I am feedback-friendly and here to learn :)