This collection of one-shots follows various characters from the Rose Coven Chronicles. [Trigger warnings: self-harm, substance abuse, depictions of various forms of abuse and torture, suicidal ideations, mentions of sexual assault, graphic violence] Rose Coven Chronicles Copyright © 2019 by Emily Smith [Work in Progress]

Shadows are being destroyed with the attacker leaving nothing but their empty amulets behind. Commander Leo McKinley is set on getting to the bottom of this issue, and to do that, he needs the help of PhantomX researcher, Raven Sterling. Raven Sterling has gone through a lot of shit in his life. Now, he does what he wants, when he wants, and as long as he doesn't get attached to anyone in the process, it's all fair game. Except, the guy he's been screwing lately--Leo McKinley--has slowly began to take over his thoughts and fantasies. Before he has the chance to begin cutting the guy out of his life, Leo shows up at his office, begging for a consult on a case Raven can't refuse. Attachment has consequences that reach beyond Raven being betrayed again, however. With Leo around him in the office by day and in the bed by night, Raven's losing his grip on maintaining his distance. What's a guy to do when it comes down to helping stop the Shadow genocide or saving the life of one of the few people he actually gives a shit about? [Trigger warnings: graphic depictions of abuse, rape, drug abuse, self harm, and suicide] ~Rose Coven Chronicles~ Copyright © 2017 by Emily Smith [COMPLETE]

As a former military man, Blake Sabriel understands that his best friend, Dakota Hart, has a duty to serve the realm. Perhaps that's why Blake doesn't mind looking after Dakota's three rambunctious children, or perhaps it stems from the fact that Blake is in love with him. Regardless of the reasons, Blake knows that he wants Dakota to return home quickly and safely. However, it's hard to concentrate on raising three kids and praying his best friend stays safe when his past is constantly lurking and just itching to sink its teeth into him again. [Trigger warnings: graphic depictions of abuse, sexual assault, and suicidal ideations] ~Rose Coven Chronicles~ Copyright © 2017 by Emily Smith Cover art by Kirby Crow [COMPLETE]

Plato Foster is known for many things: his artwork, his empathic abilities, and his connection to an elite ring of assassins. He keeps everyone but his adopted daughter at arms' length, isolating himself from the hatred of others. When Plato gets a new shop neighbor named Sebastian Keys with a child the same age as Plato's, Plato intends to put on the same show he has for everyone else. Except, Sebastian doesn't hate him. Plato isn't sure what surprises him more-that someone outside of his one friend and daughter likes him, or that every time Plato sets eyes on Sebastian he gets butterflies like a schoolboy. With a crush on his daughter's best friend's dad and demons he left in the past clawing their way to the present, Plato doesn't think his life could get much weirder... until it inevitably does. Trigger Warnings: self-harm, graphic violence, suicidal ideation *Excerpt only! Full story can be read on Galatea in one week*

No emotions, No pain, No guilt, No pity, No love. They feel nothing. They are humans genetically modified to protect the most powerful empire in the world through history : Egypt, China, Greece, Rome... But after the Great World War, that nearly exterminated the human kind, everyone had enough. The world wants peace and prosperity. That is why, every government voted on deactivating the modified humans in a sealed room deep underground. Centuries later, archaeologists found the room and took the perfectly preserved bodies back to the surface to study the corpses. Or so they thought. However, errors were made and the scientists accidentally awakened one of them. THIS IS A MANxMAN STORY!!!!

He was sent to kill a king. Not just any king-but Lucien Valez, the mafia sovereign whispered about in blood and fear. A man above alphas, untouchable, ENIGMA. Raghav was chosen because no one would ever notice him. A beta, small and silent, the kind of man who blends into the shadows. Perfect to slip past guards. Perfect to get close. Perfect to kill. But perfection doesn't always go to plan. Lucien noticed. The ghost in the background, the trembling servant with lowered eyes-the one who should have been invisible. A spill of water, a stifled breath, a pair of eyes that lingered too long. Where others saw nothing, Lucien saw him. And once the king sees you, he doesn't look away. Now assassin and enigma circle each other, a game more dangerous than either imagined. Raghav was sent to end him. Lucien had to eleminate him. As in a world built on blood and power, only one truth matters- Who will kill? Who will be consumed?

[BOOK 2] [COMPLETED] This is a continuation of the first novel, and it is recommended that you read Return of the Demon Sovereign: Udanfold [MxM] before starting this one. •••• In the aftermath of their tireless wars against the Devils in the depths of Undanfold, Erebus and Leo find themselves in the realm of Halrland. As they navigate this new terrain, their enemies draw ever closer, their relentless pursuit threatening to unravel the fragile peace they've fought so hard to obtain. Erebus, haunted by the memories of his past as the Demon Sovereign, is in a constant battle to keep his identity hidden. The revelation of his true self would not only endanger his life but also the lives of those who stand by him. His inner turmoil is further complicated by the presence of Jericho and Kore and their plots to destroy Shadowbane. However, they must also face the greatest threat to the realms: the Titans. Their awakening could engulf the realms in chaos and destruction. Erebus and Leo must find a way to thwart Jericho and Kore's schemes while preparing for the imminent threat of the Titans. In Halrland, alliances will be tested, secrets will be unveiled, and the battle for survival will reach new heights. Erebus must confront his past and embrace his destiny to protect those he loves and prevent the realms from descending into darkness. The path ahead is fraught with peril, but with Leo by his side, Erebus is determined to face whatever challenges lie in wait. Genre: Fantasy|Action|MxM Trigger Warning: This novel contains fighting, blood, death, gore, and torture. It also contains mature language and scenes. Although this will have romance, it will not be the primary focus of the novel. I love Erebus and Leo (don't get me wrong), but I may love vengeance a little more.

[BOOK 1] COMPLETED Legends once spoke of Erebus, a great cultivator who stood against an army of darkness. He fought bravely alongside his brothers for many years but found himself betrayed. Those he called family poisoned and tortured him-seeking his death. When he escaped, he was demonized and painted as a villain of the realms. Thus, Erebus turned to the army of darkness and discovered the truth. His foe was never the darkness but the great beings manipulating the realms-Titans. He picked up his daggers and spent centuries fighting against these monsters, but fell short of his goal and lost his life. When he believed death would give him rest, the Shadow Deity revealed another plan for him and offered a new life. Erebus found himself in the body of Eri Themis, the outcast and trash of the prodigious Themis family. Starting over again, he will find himself standing by new allies and facing his old enemies. Can they stop the corruption and deceit spread by the gods? ***This novel will have mature language and violence.*** An earlier version of this novel was released a couple of years ago; however, I have rebooted it to this current version. This is an MxM novel but is considered a slow burn.

One night. One mistake. One man who won't let him forget. Grayson Hale wasn't looking for trouble - but trouble found him. By morning, the body was gone... and an invitation arrived. It drags him into a world of unspoken threats and dangerous pleasures, ruled by a man who knows exactly how to break him. And Grayson is about to learn that some debts are paid in surrender.

This just in: Nerdy outcast develops feelings for his research partner, who is also a nerdy outcast, and together they attempt to reenact the events of Frankenstein, and somehow, this leads to time-hopping and the questioning of morbid morality. × × × × × Ynez Alvares, wide-eyed and spirited, started off as an intern under Xeno Klein, a brilliant scientist labelled a madman. A moment of understanding leads to an undeniably deep connection, but Ynez only realizes how deep their connection truly is when tragedy struck, leading to their separation. Overwhelmed by this tragedy, Ynez fogs his own vision with rainclouds. And by some means, he finds himself in an alternate reality, where the tragedy had a more desirable resolve - the presence of his dearest friend Xeno Klein. A moral dilemma overtakes Ynez as he's torn between staying in this alternate reality or returning to his own. Because something is wrong with this alternate reality, but is that worth looking past if it means Xeno is by his side? cw: violence, descriptions of body horror/gore, course language and sex. this story takes place after my other story "My Dying Star" but can be read as a standalone. i mainly wrote it because i liked the whole dead wife thing in silent hill :)