Meiyu, a reserved protagonist who has spent years working solitude, is unexpectedly summoned to the Tiān Què Palace to examine a mechanical design. This soon unfolds into something far more complex. Veins of Iron is a historical fantasy that blends ancient technology, political tension, adventure, and slow burn romance. At its heart, it follows Meiyu's inner world, her social hesitations, sense of self and internal conflicts, as she navigates mysteries and evolving relationships. Alongside her is Xu Ren, whose charm and easygoing nature stand in sharp contrast to her own. A story of intellect, identity, and longing, Veins of Iron explores the 'foolish and naive desires' we often keep hidden.

When Jane Madarang's neighbor Natalie kills herself and leaves behind cryptic instructions, it's up to Jane and her classmates to unearth deadly secrets. ***** Natalie Driscoll is dead. She threw herself out a window and left her neighbor Jane to unravel their town's darkest secrets. Following Natalie's instructions leads Jane to three other high school students who all have something to hide. The four of them must carry out Natalie's final errand while solving the mysteries written in her diary. But the secrets they unearth may be far more dangerous than what they ever imagined. Content and/or trigger warning: This story contains scenes of suicide, violence and murder that may be triggering for some readers. [[word count: 100,000-150,000 words]]