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The Unicorn's Memory by LyraThorne1
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When a weathered unicorn stuffy washes up on Myrick Shore in Tignish, PEI, it stirs something in three sisters. They, along with their children are pulled into the past. A past that cannot be changed. Past and present blur as old wounds are resurfaced.
Forced Farewell by LyraThorne1
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Grand Pre 1749- The British are encroaching upon Acadian lands. Where does ones loyalty land?
The Integration by chxrmingpixie
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In the quiet confines of a high-tech research facility, 7 subjects lie under constant observation. Nothing about the experiment seems out of the ordinary - yet something shifts in the shadows, something that can't be measured, logged, or explained. As the days stretch on, the boundary between observer and observed blurs, and the facility itself begins to feel alive with secrets best left undiscovered.. © All rights reserved @ChxrmingPixie 2025 warning: this story will be written in lowercase lettering <3
The Graveyard Song by WalkerGraves
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Being hopeful that seclusion, nature and a fresh start can bring peace to newly divorced Travis, he begins to live out the next chapter of his life settling into a remote cabin hours from his hometown. A surprise visit from his closest neighbor, Genevieve, seems to be just what he needs to move on. But, Travis isn't the only one on this mountain that wants her and she has a secret she's taking to the grave. In his pursuit of Genevieve, Travis uncovers the mysteries buried in these woods and a love that will haunt him forever. But, his courtship is put on hold when the small town sheriff makes him the number one suspect in a murder investigation. While he's desperately trying to prove his innocence, he has to survive the real killer. Whoever, or whatever, that may be. This is a story of brutality, heartbreak, terror and mystery. It is filled with blood, humor, romance and more. Including a huge, surprise, twist-ending that even the most dedicated horror fans will not see coming.
Bloodlines by BethAmos
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She was supposed to be his job. Not his obsession. Octavia is as fiery as they come, a raging ball of teenage hormones. She's stubborn, unpredictable and full of rage she doesn't quite know what to do with. Clarke takes no shit from anyone. He's mean, with a fuse shorter than a matchstick and a temper to match. As a ruthless leader of the mafia, he always gets the job done-swiftly, without complications. Until now. Clarke's been given the order from above: bring Octavia to his boss-alive. She's just a girl. Sharp-tongued, fiery, and unpredictable...but still a girl. How hard could it be? Octavia's not planning on making it an easy ride-far from it. In fact, she'll do everything in her power to throw his perfect life into chaos and disruption at every turn. But soon secrets begin to unravel, secrets that tie them together in ways they never could have imagined. Clarke's past is dark. But Octavias? It could just burn them both to the ground. **** There's a beat of silence, as we both wait for the other to speak. "I'm supposed to hate you," I whisper, trying to convince myself. But nothing could be further from the truth. "There's a very fine line between love and hate, princess," he traces a finger down my neck to my collarbone. My skin heats in the wake of his touch. My body leans in to him, a part of me lapping up every bit of attention he's wiling to give. "This is such a bad idea." My voice is so quiet, it can barely be heard. "The worst," he agrees with a cocky grin. And then his lips are on mine again. Ravishing and relentless, like he's trying to steal the very breath from my lung's. ****
Of Ice and Snow by katiegoesmew
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Lily is a snow witch with powerful magic and a quick temper. Not the best combination. But she keeps to herself, and the few people she lets get close know she has a good heart, and that's enough for her. She doesn't need any drama in her life. Except she never knows what to expect from her next-door neighbor, who is a mad scientist. Then there's her meddling family back at the North Pole. Minor irritations, but they may or may not trigger her blizzard-inducing rage from time to time, resulting in out-of-season snowstorms, snowbound towns, and confused meteorologists worldwide. Good thing she has a fairy godmother. Or is it? When a forbidden paranormal romance brings secret magic and an unspoken curse to light, the weight of the world lands on Lily's shoulders. Break the curse, save the world. Fail... And she'll destroy everything.
The Hidden Crystal by katiegoesmew
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Iris is the oldest of a group of orphans, working hard and without complaint to help bring in money to feed and clothe the younger children. Everybody knows and loves her. She wants nothing more than a normal, safe life―but war looms on the horizon, threatening her plans. Char is a dragon and a certified troublemaker. He and his brother are a pain in their commanding officer's side and a favorite at parties, especially among the girls. But when Char's familiarity with humans earns him a routine scouting mission, he meets Iris―and finds more trouble than he ever expected. She's suddenly at the center of a war, shackled with a magical amulet she doesn't understand and can't control. He's too impulsive to stay out of the tangled web tightening around her, even if that means lying to his brother and risking his life to keep her out of the hands of a psychotic mage. Nowhere is safe. Nothing is normal. And Iris may hold the power to end the war and save them all. ***** A Song and a Storm: Book One
I Summoned the Wrong Pizza #WITWContest by happyquill
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Clark never meant to summon a demon. She only wanted pizza. But one wrong digit drags her into a world of cursed phones, petty witches, and seductive bargains-where the fine print could cost more than her soul. Blending sharp edges with playful menace, I Summoned the Wrong Pizza asks: What happens when your heart's desire turns out to be the thing you didn't know you wanted-and Hell notices?
CLARENDON by happyquill
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"I will break every last heir that comes for my crown." - Corin Clarendon *** Billard Academy is a sanctuary of ivy, secrets, and power-where old money whispers through stone corridors and every gilded crest hides a knife. Corin Clarendon, flawless heiress of the wealthiest dynasty in the nation, should have the world at her feet. But tradition bars her from inheriting her father's empire. She's not a man. The Chairman has found his solution: whichever boy at Billard emerges at the top of the class will claim both her hand and the Clarendon throne. Every legacy scion wants her crown: Rothwell, Ascor, Vandercourt-their surnames weigh heavy with wealth and ruthless ambition. But beneath the perfect façade of a Clarendon rose, a patient predator waits-she won't be anyone's queen. She wants to be king. Enter Lucien Green-the scholarship kid with nothing to lose and everything to prove. Brilliant, unflinching, and fearless in a way no legacy boy could match. A new contender capable of matching Corin move for move. At Billard, only one truth survives: to reign is to destroy. #boardingschool #heirs #succession #rivalstolovers [updates every Wed or Thu]
S N O W  M O O N  ||P O E T R Y|| by summer_sunflower_00
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𝒮𝓃𝑜𝓌 𝑀𝑜𝑜𝓃 is a poetry book consisting of 20 poems Inked with the ink of love, pain and sorrow. "𝕃𝕠𝕧𝕖" is a pulchritudinous emotion felt by living beings whether it's familial, platonic or romantic. Us writers turn these overflowing formless emotions into a what is called "𝒫𝑜𝑒𝓉𝓇𝓎" A true poem is written when the writer is aligned with and true to oneself, hence, we can say that the poems are a part of the writer's soul. I hope you find peace in reading these poetry composed with the most deepest and vulnerable part of my soul. Love, Jazz. _______________________ ACHIEVEMENTS: 1 In poem 11/8/2025 - 15/8/2025 1 In romancepoem 11/8/2025 1 in poesia 11/8/2025 2 in poetrycontest 22/8/2025 1 in poesia 8/9/2025 _______________________ Note: do not repost or use my work without my permission. All rights belong to me. The images used are taken from Pinterest. _______________________