Detective Evelyn Hart is a seasoned investigator with a sharp mind and a haunted past. Years ago, she failed to catch a killer who left cryptic messages at every crime scene. Now, a new string of murders has begun, each more chilling than the last, and the messages have returned. The killer seems to know Evelyn's every move, taunting her with personal details only someone close to her could know. As Evelyn delves deeper into the case, she uncovers a web of secrets that ties the victims together-a secret society operating in the shadows of the city. The society's members are powerful, and their influence reaches into the highest levels of government and law enforcement. Evelyn must navigate a treacherous path, unsure of whom to trust, as she races against time to stop the killer before they strike again. The story explores themes of justice, obsession, and redemption, with twists and turns that keep readers on the edge of their seats. Evelyn's journey is as much about solving the case as it is about confronting her own demons and finding closure for the mistakes of her past.

When Sawyer wakes up one morning, the last thing he expects is to see the ghost of his childhood best friend, Indigo, sitting at the foot of his bed. A fight in middle school shattered their friendship, and they drifted apart. Now in college, a tragic accident brings them back together, forcing them to confront their past and work together to unravel the mystery that binds them. With time running out, Sawyer and Indigo must find a way to make amends before it's too late. **WATTYS 2025 SHORTLIST**

Mason Bell was just another dude trying to live his life. Little excitement and long school days made his first year at Dundale University pretty plain, but maybe the girl he liked was about to change that? That is, until his fateful encounter at the local fast food joint. Now, after being cast into the land of Elemora for the amusement of an arrogant deity, he finds himself fighting for survival. One thing is for sure, and that is there will be a lot to learn if he wants to survive in this world of monsters and magic! Oh, and he...or she...has to do it in an unfamiliar body! Story features: Reincarnation + Magic/Magic School + Gender Change + Mature Content P.S. - This is my first story and I have no idea what I'm doing! Feedback and comments very appreciated! Any images in this story are made with AI. Let me know what you think! * Update 5/15/26 - Hello! I've decided to make chapter 30 the end of this volume, but I do have plans to continue it! Royal Road has become my main platform, but I'll continue posting here as well. Thanks for reading! ^^ ~ Amy