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Dragon Heir [Book 1] [Watty Award Winner 2012] by GemHiga
Dragon Heir [Book 1] [Watty Award Winner 2012]
GemHiga
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  • Parts 23
There was a time when the king of the human world raged war between humans and dragonkind, forcing their rulers to seal the portal between both worlds and leave the one thing they loved above all else behind. Now, in a land full of turmoil, one huntress learns of her bloodline and how she alone has the ability to harness her dragon's power and save both lands. Will she be able to free the human citizens from their tyrant leader and save her own people from extinction? Or will she fall prey to those wanting to use her powers for their own greed? *Currently working on re-writes of this story. Will be awhile* -3/14/23 *Cover is made by Christina aka Surehuinel from deviantart.com, her work is amazing please check it out http://surehuinel.deviantart.com/
COMPETE: The Atlantis Grail (Book Two) - Preview by VeraNazarian
COMPETE: The Atlantis Grail (Book Two) - Preview
VeraNazarian
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  • Parts 33
It's one thing to Qualify... But do you have what it takes to Compete? *** COMPETE: The Atlantis Grail (Book Two) continues the exciting story of Gwen Lark that started in QUALIFY: http://www.wattpad.com/story/18913615-qualify-the-atlantis-grail-book-one * * * With Earth about to be destroyed by an extinction level asteroid, teenage nerd, geek, and awkward smart girl Gwen Lark, and a few of her friends and loved ones, barely Qualified for rescue onboard one of the thousands of ark-ships headed to the ancient colony planet Atlantis. Now faced with a year-long journey in space, life in a wondrously alien environment, and many tough life choices, Gwen must decide who or what she will become. Fleet Cadet or Civilian? Friend or lover? Average or extraordinary? Can she make new friends? Can she trust the old ones, such as Logan Sangre, her sexy high school crush and an Earth special operative? Time and time again, Gwen's uncanny ability to come up with the best answer in a crisis saves her life and others. And now, her unique Logos voice makes her an extremely valuable commodity to the Atlanteans-so much so that her enigmatic commanding officer Aeson Kassiopei, who is also the Imperial Prince of Atlantis, has taken an increasingly personal interest in her. Before the end of the journey, Gwen must convince him that she has what it takes to compete in the deadly Games of the Atlantis Grail. It's becoming apparent-the life of her family and all of Earth depends on it.
QUALIFY: The Atlantis Grail (Book One) by VeraNazarian
QUALIFY: The Atlantis Grail (Book One)
VeraNazarian
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  • Parts 55
Nerd girl Gwen Lark must compete in deadly trials against all other Earth teens, including her crush, to Qualify for interplanetary rescue from an asteroid apocalypse, impress her arrogant, flame-hot commanding officer, and save everyone she loves. High-octane series for fans of THE HUNGER GAMES. Optioned for Film! *** Series Optioned for Film! - WINNER - The Fiction Awards 2016 * * * The Asteroid is coming... Your options: die or Qualify. I am Gwen Lark. Nerd, klutz, loser, awkward smart girl. Somehow, I will save you all. * * * In 2047 an extinction level asteroid is hurtling toward Earth, and the descendants of ancient Atlantis have returned from the stars in their silver ships to offer humanity help. But they can only save a tiny percent of Earth's teenage population. To be chosen, you must Qualify. * * * A high-octane dystopian SF teen romance adventure from a two-time Nebula Award Nominated author, in the vein of DIVERGENT and THE HUNGER GAMES. Nerd, geek, and awkward smart girl Gwen Lark must compete against other Earth teens, including her high school crush sexy Logan Sangre, in order to Qualify for interplanetary rescue from an asteroid apocalypse. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Buy the final, complete book here: Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00RALWMLM/ Barnes and Noble: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/qualify-vera-nazarian/1120954171?ean=2940150200227 Apple iBooks: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/qualify/id954670123?mt=11
Life of a Nomad by Soulshifter2love
Life of a Nomad
Soulshifter2love
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  • Parts 24
Life as a were-cat isn't an easy one...living amongst a pride of were-cats as the runt is unbearable. Meet Christina, a were-cat who's looked down upon by her pride because of the simple fact that she exists. Forced to be the runt of her pride, she dreams of a life on her own, running and roaming free, just to do as she pleases. Is it possible to free herself from her pride? And when she does, can she remain free, or does she have to fight her way to her freedom?
Eternal Darkness by Captius
Eternal Darkness
Captius
  • Reads 718,218
  • Votes 20,841
  • Parts 23
The sequel to Eternal Awakening.
Winksider (Dream Threads) by Rthrock
Winksider (Dream Threads)
Rthrock
  • Reads 4,969
  • Votes 361
  • Parts 45
A young woman wakes inside a dream to discover that dreams are not the isolated events she'd always assumed them to be. She awakes to a plane of existence where dreamers come to dream. Unlike most, she breaks free of the delusions to discover the subconscious world we all share. A world of unparalleled magical wonders, and mythical creatures; coexisting with the darkest nightmares imaginable. Eva uncovers a blotched past that she'll have to overcome. She discovers that dark resides in everyone . . . she just might have the chimera's share. --- Notes --- The first draft is finally finished! Now for the continued work in editing... re-editing. Please let me know what you think. What works, what doesn't? Thank you to those who have been loyal readers despite my slowness. (5/31/2017) Updates whenever I can get to it :) (1/27/2016) Updates every other Friday ( 5/15/2015- :( I've been forced to revert back to my old schedule, my apologies. Life isn't always fair or kind, and I'm doing what I can. I'll get back to every Friday when time allows. ) -2/5/2015- I've rewritten my first chapter even though I promised myself I wouldn't until the book was complete. When I first started out, I re-wrote and re-wrote the first chapter and never was thrilled with it. It was holding me back, so I decided to roll with it and come back around. Based on feedback, and the amount of people that read chapter one and don't continue to chapter two, I wanted to clean it up. It still may get revised later, but I think a lot of the clutter is gone now. Let me know! Sometime a long time ago (still true)- This is currently in a rough draft form. Don't let that stop you from posting any feedback you might have. Any and all comments are very much appreciated. Thanks!
Aquaris by shelbyyh
Aquaris
shelbyyh
  • Reads 1,756,693
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  • Parts 41
Emma Newfound had always grown up near the ocean. She loved the crystal clear water of Florida's coast. Emma's life had not been the best. She was always bullied in school, her mom was still recovering from a heartbreaking divorce, and she was self conscious beyond belief. The ocean has always been, and will always be, her escape. One day, the ocean, would change her life forever.
Indigo (NaNoWriMo13) by Skyhuntress
Indigo (NaNoWriMo13)
Skyhuntress
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  • Parts 55
In a cityscape populated by individuals with magically inclined abilities powered by Colour, Athira is a hunter. Known only as the Owl, a notorious criminal with allegiances to none but herself, she searches for answers from the worst the city has to offer. No one is above her notice, and once noticed, there is no escape. When her search leads to a series of magical disturbances and a girl who was supposed to be dead, Athira's world of solitude shatters. Predictions from the lost Colour mark her friend a saviour, and as an ancient horror begins to rise, Athira starts to wonder who she should have been hunting all these years.
Ashes by XxPaigeCxX
Ashes
XxPaigeCxX
  • Reads 4,331
  • Votes 220
  • Parts 15
Ember Farrell has always known that her life was going to be a short one. Being hunted down by the entire supernatural race can do that to a person. And all because of a damned prophecy. A prophecy that killed her parents. A prophecy that has killed hundreds of people like her. A prophecy that states she will have the power to bathe Gaia in flames. With her twin brother as her only surviving family and protecter, Ember and Jesse will do everything in their power to survive. But help can arrive from the most unlikely of places, but is there anyone you can really trust? Heartbreak. Destruction. And a fire wielding skin walker. What could possibly go wrong?
Paladin by SallySlater
Paladin
SallySlater
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  • Parts 69
Sam is the most promising swordsman among this year’s crop of Paladin trainees...and knows it. Brash, cocky, and unbeatable with a sword (well, almost), Sam is the kingdom of Thule’s best hope against the violence wrought by demons. The only problem is that Sam is really Lady Samantha, daughter of the seventeenth Duke of Haywood, and if her father has his way, she’ll be marrying a Paladin, not becoming one. But Sam has never held much interest in playing damsel-in-distress, and so she rescues herself from a lifetime of boredom and matrimonial drudgery. Pity that Tristan Lyons, the Paladin assigned to train her, is none other than the hero of her childhood. He hasn’t recognized her as Lady Samantha--yet-- but if he does, he’ll take away her sword and send her packing. Sam is not the only trainee hiding secrets: Braeden is a half-demon with a dark past that might be unforgivable. Sam, Braeden and Tristan set out for the western coast, charged with rooting out an infestation of demons that has made the West unlivable. As they travel, they uncover a deep-seated corruption of power that threatens to derail everything they stand for. Rebellion stirs, led by a rival faction of warriors who tempt Sam to join them with an irresistible offer. A war between men is coming, and Sam must pick a side. Will saving the kingdom cost her life -- or just her heart? Reminiscent of Mulan, but with a medieval fantasy twist, Paladin is a tale of adventure, action, and romance.