Ray Holloway is dead. Max Volker is next-unless he uncovers why. Max Volker had a future-until the night his best friend and law partner, Ray Holloway, was found dead in his own bathtub. The verdict said tragedy. Max calls it a lie. Broken by grief, he shuts down their firm and disappears, cutting himself off from the world and the questions he's too afraid to ask. Months later, in a run-down bar, he meets Caroline Hale-the one person from his past who still knows how to reach him. With her, Max slowly begins to rebuild what he lost. But just as life starts to make sense again, something feels... off. A stranger watches him from across the street. Footsteps echo where no one should be. And the feeling of being followed refuses to fade. It's not paranoia. Someone is after him. As Max digs into Ray's death, he uncovers a web of secrets stretching far beyond a simple accident-into a world of crime, power, and political corruption. The deeper he goes, the clearer it becomes: Ray didn't just die. He was silenced. Now Max is running out of time to expose the truth-before he becomes the next secret buried for good.Ma

Delilah Grace Monroe has never belonged-not to a family, not to a home, and certainly not to a man. At 185 pounds, with thick thighs and a heart too soft for the world, she's spent her life being told she's too much. Too loud. Too heavy. Too broken. After escaping an abusive ex and the ghosts of foster care, Delilah lands in Ash Hollow-a dusty town ruled by the Iron Saints Motorcycle Club. She wants silence. Safety. A chance to breathe. What she finds is Maddoz "Saint" Barlowe, the club's cold, calculating president. He's older. Dangerous. Untouchable. But when it comes to Delilah, he's soft. Protective. Possessive in ways that terrify her-and thrill her. As Delilah begins to trust again, she discovers that not every man leaves. Not every family breaks. And sometimes, the most feared man in town is the only one who sees you clearly. This is a story of trauma, tenderness, and the kind of love that rebuilds you from the inside out. Content Warnings: PTSD, emotional abuse, foster care trauma, age-gap romance, protective alpha male, slow-burn healing

In the quiet town of Northwood Pines, symbols began to appear-carved into the skin of the dead. As victims fall, Ethan steps into the shadows of city that hides more than it reveals. With every clue, a darker truth surfaces: a killer among them, masked in plain sight, experimenting on lives as if they were science projects. A web of lies, betrayal, and chilling brilliance-where every ally could be the enemy,and every step forward might be a trap. (Snippet) Mark's eyes narrowed. "That means Andrew never submitted the evidence." ............... ............... Mr. Marcus' voice hardened. "I thought you were a good man, like your father. But it seems I was wrong. You're not only a suspect but also aiding another criminal." Read on to discover whether Ethan could prove his innocence and uncover the mastermind behind the deadly trail of symbols. *********** Copyright © [2025] [PRATYUSH PRATEEK MISHRA] All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored, or transmitted by any means without the author's prior consent or written permission. *********** AUTHOR'S NOTE: This is my first book, and I've poured my heart into it. I've tried my best,but if you come across any errors or feel there's room for improvement, I'd truly appreciate your feedback. Your suggestions will help me grow and do better in my future books. Thank you for reading! (AVG LENGTH OF EACH CHAPTER :10,000 WORDS) *********** GRATITUDE NOTE: A heartfelt thank you to my dear friends-your constant support, encouragement, and belief in me meant the world. Whether it was helping me brainstorm, reading drafts, or simply cheering me on, you've been a huge part of this journey. This book wouldn't be complete without you. *********** CONTENT WARNING: This story contains detailed descriptions of murder, torture, hacking,and other elements related to crime. Some scenes may be disturbing,or triggering for certain readers.Reader discretion is advised.

♤ This story is not for the faint of the hearts. It is a psychological, horror and thriller story so read at your own risk. ♤ VEDA TRIVEDI - A simple 20 year old girl who is trapped and isolated in a strange place, remembers nothing and is no less than a sloppy toddler that just started to walk. Veda is terrified, hopeful and morbidly curious. What is her story ? What is happening? Is she just a normal girl or is she something....darker ? Who is she ? This story is from the female lead's viewpoint or from the third person view - because she lives it and you ? you are only here to watch - NOT help, but to watch and perhaps even be sucked in by the whirlwind that is this whole blackhole. This is a story, of a girl trapped and forgotten yet free and remembered, of a girl broken and scared yet hopeful and curious, of a girl left and thrown aside yet loved and cradled in equal measure. This story is one that will make your head hurt, it will make you think, it will make you live what Veda is living. So dive in and give it a shot. Veda is waiting for your warmth in her cold world and perhaps someone else awaits alongside her....watching...not her. But you, always you. Welcome to 'THE EYES THAT HOLD' ♡

Dariya never planned to become part of the entertainment industry. She writes stories. She observes people. She turns their lives into fiction. But one careless comment turns her life into a scandal overnight. Suddenly her name is everywhere - headlines, hate comments, discussions she never asked for. And when another problem appears - one that could cost her the right to stay in Korea - the company offers a solution that sounds more like the plot of a drama than real life. A marriage. Fast. Quiet. Strategic. To the world it will look like stability. To the industry it will look like damage control. There is only one problem. The man who could solve everything is Jinhan - one of the most famous idols in the country. A man she has already met once... and not under the best circumstances. Their marriage begins as a contract. A deal made out of necessity. A promise to keep secrets. A fragile balance of reputation, pride, and control. But the closer they get, the harder it becomes to remember why the distance was necessary in the first place. Because in an industry built on carefully crafted images, the most dangerous thing is not a scandal. It's the truth. And some truths refuse to stay hidden.

When Lenore Kael finally leaves her birthplace behind, she believes her life is about to change. Born in one of the poorest regions of the Empire, Lenore has spent her life dreaming of something more than survival. When she receives a rare scholarship to study at the prestigious university in the capital, it feels like fate has finally chosen her. But opportunity rarely comes alone. Along with the Empire's most promising new students, Lenore is invited to spend twelve days and twelve nights in the magnificent estate of the Lungdren family, the most powerful dynasty in the Empire after the Emperor himself. But the manor is not what it seems. Behind its glittering halls lie secrets, strange rules, and mysteries that seem to be watching Lenore just as closely as she watches them. She thought she was running toward the light. Instead, she may have stepped straight into the heart of the darkness. A romantasy story blending inspirations from the wonder of Alice in Wonderland, the mystery of Narnia, and the tension of The Hunger Games.

Crossbones is now published as a Wattpad Book! As a Wattpad reader, you can access both the Original Edition and Books Edition upon purchase. When the Pirate King dies without an heir, three teens join a deadly treasure hunt to compete for the island throne. ***** Seventeen-year-old Csilla yearns to prove her strength to the seasoned pirates who underestimate her. Kane, the descendant of a long line of pirate captains, is ready to prove he doesn't need dirty gold or shady deals to live up to his name. And Lorelei is out for revenge, unaware of the secrets of her past and the target on her back. With the king's death, the Trials begin-a bloody treasure hunt where the winner takes the throne. They each have a reason to fight for the coveted Bone Crown, but there are dark tides ahead. Facing battles at sea, a vengeful land god, and dirty deals made amidst a deadly treasure hunt, Csilla, Kane, and Lorelei must remember the most important rule of all-never trust a pirate. [[word count: 90,000-100,000]] Book 1 of the Kingdom of Bones series [[Watty Winner 2017]]

[THIS STORY WILL BECOME FREE ON THE 5th OCTOBER 2023] Fara's husband, the Prince of Azura, is murdered and she's enslaved by his killer, Theodan, a warrior fighting a war he doesn't believe in - until her. ***** Following the assassination of her husband and the invasion of the kingdom of Azura, Princess Fara is forced to go into hiding. She disguises herself as a lowly servant, determined to escape the war-torn capital, only to catch the eye of Theodan, the commander of the invading army that killed her family. Taken as his slave and a spoil of war, the last thing Fara expects is the forbidden connection that grows between them, compelling Theodan to protect her at any cost. But when Theodan discovers her true identity puts a target on her back, he will have to decide between saving the woman he loves, and betraying all he has ever known. [Wattys' Shortlist] [[word count: 150,000-200,000 words]]

Chance Nightshade, a werewolf with a curious curse, will avenge her brother's murder at any cost-even if it means working with an infuriatingly charming vampire prince. Season 1 of Witchfire ***** Cursed with yellow eyes and the ability to tell truth from lies, Chance Nightshade is used to confronting the uncomfortable reality of things. But when a death in the family snowballs into a shadow war between werewolves and vampires, Chance finds herself torn between protecting her pack and working with an irritatingly charming vampire prince to solve her brother's murder. Can she prevent the destruction of everything she holds dear by putting her faith in her enemy? Or will she be forced to save herself and her people by taking up her father's mantle as Alpha...whether he's willing to step down or not? ***** [word count: 90,000-100,000 words] Cover designed by Stefanie Saw

Striving to secure her future through marriage, an heiress with a dubious pedigree begins to question who she truly is -- and who she wants to be. ***** Edith Shepley looks like a Wyrm. She takes after her father, whoever he was -- she doesn't know, and even if she cared to, it would hardly change things. She is a proper Folk lady, as sure as the sun rises, trained from the cradle to govern as Baroness of Ewert someday. And she knows her duty. A woman, now, at sixteen years old, the time has come for Edith to marry and beget Ewert's next heir. Journeying from country estates to city townhouses, through war-ravaged lands in between, Edith diligently considers suitor after suitor, some sweet, some baffling, some detestable -- and, suddenly, who her father was begins to matter very much. The more she sees of her mother's society, the more Edith questions whether she really is Folk, after all. And the more she's stung by its insults, its injuries and injustices, the more she wonders if she really even wants to be. But what is a proper young lady to do, if not her duty? Book One of The Unfinished Wyrm! Wattys 2017 "The Storysmiths" winner!