When the spirit of a comatose man shows up in front of her, Alexis Howard is determined to help him find his identity. Little does she know, she's about to get sucked into a world of secrets, lies, and murder. *** Alexis Howard can see the dead. A gift that has done her more harm than good. Having been forced to move into a strange small town because of it, Alexis vows to cut all contact with the world of the dead. It's easy at first, especially since there don't seem to be any ghosts in Casa Nova. That is until a comatose patient of hers shows up as one. No, he's not dead. He's just semi-dead. And he has no idea who he is. Oh, and the police think he's a cold-blooded criminal who's involved in the disappearance of a 17-year-old girl. Believing otherwise, Alexis decides to help the spirit find his identity and becomes embroiled in the search for the missing girl. Her investigation also leads to a meeting with a peculiar cat, who seems to be much older than she looks. Just what exactly is the connection between the three? What kind of a cat gets shot and shows up without so much as a scratch a few days later? More importantly, who is John Doe?

She woke to a world washed in silver. The clouds hung low, heavy with secrets. And when the rain began, soft, deliberate. She welcomed it like an old friend. But this morning wasn't like the others. Between the drops, she saw them. Tiny beings, born of shimmer and storm. Fairies. Real ones. They moved like the rain itself knew how to keep them hidden. And in that quiet wonder, something ancient stirred. Everyone else rushed past, umbrellas raised, eyes down. No one noticed. Except her. One fairy remained. Still, glowing, watching her like it had been waiting. When she whispered, "Hello," the world began to shift. But the rain wasn't the only thing falling that day. A parcel was coming. A diary that writes back. A demon who already knows her name. And a truth her father buried long ago. The past isn't sleeping. It's waking up.

Seth, a 17 year old city kid, has his life turned upside-down when his grandmother passes away - willing the Bennett house, in a town called Ravenbrook, to him and his mother. His mother, Alice, left town when she was his age, barely pregnant with him, and has been protecting him from that town and its secrets. Once in Ravenbrook, Seth quickly learns about his fathers mysterious death which was covered up by his family; the rich and powerful Prescott's, who seemed to have the entire town under their spell. Seth eventually learns about the secrets the Prescott family have been keeping - secrets of witches, chov'hani, and rougarou - and has to come to terms with how this legacy shifts his identity and his future. But, will his power be strong enough to protect the ones he loves? ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NOTE: This is the preliminary version for Beta Readers. Please feel free to comment constructive feedback here or via email. This is the first book in the Ravenbrook series. Full Series: - of Water and Wonder - of Air and Illusion - of Earth and Essence - of Fire and Fury ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Follow on Instagram/Facebook/X/Tik Tok for more Ravenbrook content! Author Website: www.drlouisleclercq.com Spotify Playlists: Soundtrack - https://tinyurl.com/Ravenbrookbooks

Aria has always been in love with Rehansh secretly, even when their relationship has merely been friendship in his eyes. So, when she receives an invitation to his wedding, she can't pretend that it doesn't almost kill her to return to her hometown to attend it. But fate, it seems, has other plans. In a twist of cosmic cruelty, Aria met with an accident on the day of Rehansh's wedding falling into the depths of darkness. Yet, Aria wakes up to find herself in a world that defies all logic - a perfect replica of her own, down to the last detail. Is this a cruel trick of fate, or a second chance to live the life she has always yearned for? The cost, however, is a heavy one: to embrace this new reality, she must sever all ties to her former existence, never to return. *** This story is part of ONC2025. Prompt #15: A mysterious tea shop suddenly appears, and you can't help but wonder: what's its true purpose, and why does it seem so important? Prompt #54: One part of the galaxy claims that you and your soulmate aren't compatible, but another part says you're perfect for each other. Which will you believe? *** Disclaimer: This story is exclusively published on Wattpad. If you see it somewhere else, please do inform me.

In the not-so-distant future, the world is experiencing a moment of peace. The rate of violence has dropped to almost zero thanks to technological advances by the company Icarus Inc. Drones with surveillance equipment patrol the streets and police officers trained and equipped to neutralize any type of threat provide an air of security for the world's population. But everything changes when a wave of kidnappings takes over the globe. Strange events intrigue society, bringing back a fear that has not been felt for a long time. Amidst the chaos, Will Shepherd realizes that his insecurities at school are the least of his worries. Upon discovering that he is a special teenager, he must join forces with others like him to unravel the mysteries behind the disappearances and reveal the true intentions of the largest technology company in the world. An epic battle in a modern, but not promising, future.

In the snowbound streets of 18th-century Paris, destiny stirs in secret. Born beneath omens and raised in silence, Valeriano De La Wien is no ordinary boy. Strange forces bend to his will. Whispers of magic trail in his wake. And now, despite his parents' desperate efforts to shield him, he's ready to discover the truth about the world beyond his gilded prison. But the moment he escapes the manor walls, something ancient takes notice-something dark, relentless, and watching. As old secrets rise and hidden powers awaken, Valeriano must learn who he truly is before the shadows claim him forever. A Remnant stirs. And adventure has only just begun.

**WATTYS 2025 HONOURABLE MENTION** Cas and Vish are best friends whose feelings run deep. Whilst Cas is clever, sporty, and on the brink of a bright future at university, Vish has no such prospects. A painfully shy artist, Vish's horizons end at his daily routine of pills, sensory issues and panicking parents. When they celebrate what could be their final summer together by painting wildlife and swimming at a secret wooded wetland hidden in the Fens, the lads awaken something ancient and sinister lurking in the water. A voice in Vish's head -- Charlie -- tempts him to spend longer and longer in the woods. When villagers begin to disappear and Vish becomes increasingly secretive and distant, Cas is convinced that Charlie intends to claim Vish, body and soul. Lies, heartbreak and obsession push their friendship to breaking point, but nothing will stop Cas from protecting Vish from Charlie's onslaught, not even a fight to the death. --- This book started life as an ONC 2025 prompt: 105. Your childhood imaginary friend who disappeared years ago returns - only this time they're real.

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