This is a compilation of short stories that I wrote for @Pic-A-Story's monthly contest. Each one of these is a piece (800 words maximum) inspired by a picture given by the creators of this contest. I hope you enjoy.

Ambrose. The name is not only feared, but shunned and reviled. He's a monster sentenced to a life of desolation and loneliness, and no one but his tormentor knows his whereabouts - at the bottom of the ocean. A creature of the sea cursed because of one simple mistake... Mari. Her life was a small happy bubble until it's popped by the finding out that her boyfriend has been cheating on her - just as the cruise ship she's on starts to sink! She's sure that death is near until she drowns upon an underwater cave...and a hulking man with swirling eyes. Seeing a chance to escape, Ambrose forces the terrified Mari to help them both, but not before ultimately changing her life...and her legs. Their worlds turning upside in the matter of minutes, Ambrose is on a mission to clear his name and Mari's on a mission to return to land. But how can she do that when she slowly starts to fall for the dangerous, damaged man who only wants to be free...and heal her own heart in the process? THIS IS A FREE SAMPLE

The final battle for love, life and liberty has begun! Ayla has had to defend her people in the past, but this time, it is no mercenary rabble outside the gates of her castle: it is the army of the Margrave von Falkenstein himself. Her people are outnumbered and have nowhere to run. But they do have one last, desperate hope: A knight in blood-red armor with the face of a god and the heart of a devil. Will the enemy succumb to him? And more importantly... will Ayla? The third and final volume of Robert Thier's "Robber Knight"-Trilogy.

When you are fighting for the freedom of your people, falling in love with your enemy is not a great idea. Or is it? Ayla has to defend her castle and her people all on her own, with nobody to help her but a dark warrior she hates with all her heart.

Ayla has uncovered a terrible secret: the man she loves is in fact her worst enemy. As a mighty army gathers to destroy her and her people, she must ask herself: will he join them to destroy her? Must she cut him out of her heart to survive? Or is there another way – a way to forgiveness and... love? Sequel to Robert Thier's #1 Hit 'The Robber Knight'.

The SECOND book of the award-winning series THE FATES: a saga of three mortal girls who also happen to be mythical goddesses... and the all-powerful directors of human destiny. The series alternates between their modern-day drama and their epic adventures across world history! ** SPOILERS ahead – please proceed only if you have read Book I ** Since coming down to earth, the Fates have changed. Their lives are twined with mortal threads upon the Loom. Clotho has felt love and loss; Lachesis has faced fears and found new hope; Atropos has been fighting darkness, in the world and in her soul. As primordial Chaos urges them, all three must fight on against the darkness in the heart of humankind, to strive to save their mother from impending doom. Thousands of years later, in 2015, three mortal girls are on the verge of fateful self-discovery. Cloe, Lacey, and Atria have all arrived in Greece, where they've crossed paths with one another—and with a mysterious grey-eyed woman whose presence in their lives may have awakened certain powers. Amidst heart-stopping love triangles and other twists and turns, the Fates will find that they have much to learn about their true identities, abilities, and interwoven destinies. ~~~~~~~~~~ Join the Fates and all their lovers, friends, and foes as they embark on the second installment of this star-crossed journey across space and time! Much luv as always to all my dear Fatefuls—and for any new folks out there, a warm welcome to the big, happy #Fateful family :D Note: Book I of The Fates is available at http://www.wattpad.com/story/14913477-the-fates-book-i-2014-watty-award-winner [PG-13 for adult language, non-graphic sexual content, mature themes]

They walk among us. All three, living normal mortal lives. Cloe is graduating college; Lacey is getting married; Atria is bar-hopping and breaking hearts. Today, they are human. But they are also the three Fates—the all-powerful directors of human destiny. And they don't even know it. Clotho, Lachesis, and Atropos did not always take mortal form. They dwelt in the Cave, working the Loom, till something happened on Olympus that changed everything one day. Since then, they've roamed the earth and led thousands of lives throughout its history. The Fates may not remember who they are, for now... but their legacy is not to be forgotten. And their story is just begging to be told. *A Wattpad Featured story* *Winner of 2014 Watty Award – Best of Interactive Storytelling* [PG-13 for adult language, non-graphic sexual content, mature themes]

Under the rule of a Dragon Riders and Magicians, young 14 year old Thea finds herself pulled into the Dragon Riders world. After her brother dies she finds a dragon and looks after it, but it was the Dragon Riders who killed him. When she finds herself becoming a Dragon Rider, she fights them off however she is captured. Thea soon finds herself surrounding by new people and dragons. As Thea learns more she makes new friends and tries to figure out ways to defeat the Dragons Riders, and joined by her friends she rebels against their rule. But when no one has their own dragon? Yeah things get a little tricky then. Snow Storm is Thea's own dragon, however they were separated and Storm has to first escape the clutches of the Magicians and Dragon Riders. Easier said then done, especially when he wants to help the other dragons. Storm and Thea are on a journey to find each other but both of them are putting their friends before them. While learning more about dragons Thea finally understands what is really happening. But Storm seems to be gaining powers, that are out of control, the more he tries to help, will they ever find each other again?

The Warlock's Chair. A place of magic and adventure. Long ago when the world was young the Faerie races ruled far and wide across the lands of the Earth. With the Empire in chaos following the war with Ravengaard and the return of the Chained. The Elves hoped for a time of peace and tranquillity. A time free from war and conflict. They would use it to rebuild their kingdom. Then once again the Elven Empire could rise up and take its rightful place at the head of the Faerie races. But others are using the turmoil for their own ends. Using it to sow seeds of mistrust and lies amongst the population. Lord Arilach and his Helven rise from the shadows, spreading their pestilence throughout Ellyonia. As disorder spreads across the land, Prince Dauld seeks to wrest power from the Elven Council and take back his dead fathers crown. So begins a race against time to prevent a civil war that will tear apart the Elven lands and destroy them forever. That time is now...

Sophia finds her self lost after her Best friend Rose unexpectedly commits suicide. Ridden with guilt and sadness Sophia is nothing of the girl she use to. She and Rose use to rule the school now she can barely get out of bed. She stumbles upon her brother and his friends and finds a group of misfits that help her figure out who she is again. *WARNING* This story contains dark themes such as depression and suicidal thoughts and may be triggering for some, please read with caution.