In a city floating among the clouds, life is spent fighting gravity. To end up on the surface of the Earth amongst enormous, roving clouds of carbon dioxide would be certain death. Yet no city can exist as an island in the sky; steel rusts and motors fail. Someone needs to be supplying the city with resources to repair or replace. The Retrieval Corp is the best of the best. The best windsurfers, most resourceful engineers, the most creative salvagers. Together, these courageous few brave the surface and retrieve whatever the city needs. Allisios Soliros has spent his life working towards joining the Retrieval Team. Now, with a coveted spot open, only one thing stands between him and his dream. His father. ONC Prompt 78: You begin to realize nothing is quite what it seems. ONC Prompt 16: And into the forest I go, to lose my mind and find my soul.

A man was fulfilled with being single. He had everything, and his son filled up the rest of his heart. Someone intrudes him, welcomes a new kind of loud silence to his world, and wins his son's heart. Will he do what's best for his son or escape upcoming feelings? Will he want his old life back or does he want to try something he never had? ⚠️ (Warnings): - Sexual Acts - Explicit language (i.e., cussing, etc.) - 12 Different names (characters) - Happy Ending - English is not my first language - There may be errors.

[Slow Brew Series 1 of 2] [Completed] Look, I didn't mean to embarrass myself the first time I walked into Brewing Grounds. Or the second. Or...every other time since. But something about the place-and the barista with the messy ponytail and the glasses that she pushes up her nose-makes me forget how to form actual sentences. Bea. Her name's Bea. She spelled mine wrong on my cup the first day (Ell-yot Hayul), and now I'm kind of obsessed. Not with her. With medium lattes. With her handwriting. With the little hearts she scribbles on my cups. Okay... maybe a little bit with her. The point is: I'm a walking disaster around her, and I'm pretty sure she knows it. And okay, maybe I started showing up every morning at exactly 7:30 just to see her. And maybe I've been reading up on how to flirt because I thought that might help (it hasn't). But honestly, what's the worst that could happen? I embarrass myself again? (Already done that.) Spill coffee on my tie? (Happened last week.) Accidentally fall in love with the barista who writes flirty notes on my coffee cups? Oh, wait... [1 of 2: Slow Brew Series] Dual POV | Romantic Comedy | Coffee Shop Romance | Slice of Life 18+ for suggestive dialogue, some steam (nothing too explicit) 🏆 1st Place - Pimp My Romance Awards 2025 🏆 1st Place - Pink Watty's pINKspire Awards 2025 "Best Dialogue" 🏆 The Nano Watt 2025 - Contemporary Romance Winner 🏆 Wattys 2025 Winner 🏆 Ambys 2025 Grand Favorite

A twelve year old girl named Thea Hunter takes us on a journey of identity and self discovery.

A cozy fantasy-with teeth. Born a hybrid in a world that fears difference, 15-year-old Malora finds her haven in the fires of the forge and the science of potions. But when she earns a coveted spot at Vargrath Academy, she trades the quiet solitude of her village for a cutthroat world of merit-based competition. Navigating the complex social landscape of Vargrath proves even more challenging than mastering her dual disciplines. As Malora struggles to find her place, will she discover that true strength lies not in victory, but in forging unexpected friendships and breaking down the barriers that divide? Paperback edition available on the TikTok Shop and Amazon! - Accolades for Malora - The Nano Watt 2025 by TheNanoWatt • Fantasy: WINNER Rubellite Review by TheGemmeCommunity • Score: 90/100 "I have never seen such a unique world built in any other story." - Kalavatti, Reviewer Aether Mini-Awards by The_Celestial_Oasis • Score: 94/100 "This is an excellent book. The plot is unique and the characters are well written." - Kanye_Ariel, Judge • Earthen Grace (Category): Most Compelling Character - Runner-Up Orchid Mini-Awards 2024 by KalonCommunity • Most Eye-Catching Cover - Winner Rankings • #1 in #Hybrid (12/13/24) • #1 in #Personal (2/17/25) Soon to be a CINEMATIC audiobook - production starts in 2026!

Having bedroom issues while in a relationship in your mid to late twenties can be a red flag, so Aurora keeps her struggles to herself. However, when her friends accidentally discover her situation after a party and berate her boyfriend, tensions rise within both her relationship and her friend group. Follow Aurora on her journey as she navigates whether to stay with her long-time boyfriend or venture into a new relationship to explore her sexual frustrations.

The Story of Courage Tan, a Filipina writer, as she navigates the loss of her soulmate, Raphael Tan.

In a world where power comes at the cost of one's soul, Kyran-wielders make dangerous vows with ancient Echoes to impose their "Truths" onto reality. Each vow comes with a price-whether it be a body part, a task, or something far worse. Asha, a Kyran wielder without a Virtue, fights to live and become stronger with her allies unknowing to her the destiny that awaits her. Follow her journey exploring, learning and growing in this unforgiving world. Asha will have to decide: How far will she go to uncover the truths hidden in the shadows? DISCLAIMERS: This story explores themes of self-harm, suicide, violence, and forms of sexual content. While these themes are present, they are not the primary focus of the story well maybe except the violence. This story is recommended for readers 16 and older. All chapter banners are AI-generated,