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Once Before by festivesoul
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Clementine have always felt like something was missing in her life, a feeling she couldn't quite comprehend, but she paid it no mind. All was well as she had begun to settle down back at home, to the humble little town of Ashford where she'd grown up, when a peculiar occurrence befell upon her. She had fallen into a misadventure in time - faced with the familiar façade of her hometown but through a different lens of time - and she must navigate her way through the unfamiliar era of early 19th century as she struggled with her own feelings and the truth that surrounded her.
The Steward of Blackwood Hall by flights_of_fantasy
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Despite living thirty miles from London, Anabelle Latimer knows her chances of finding a husband in their sleepy village are as thin as cook's white soup. Then she discovers a kindred spirit in Mr. Fielding, the intelligent and handsome new steward from Blackwood Hall. It was a great shame that his position in life was so below her own, for he was exactly the sort of man she would have wished to marry. Anthony Fielding, tired of being the target of the ton's marriage-minded mothers, hopes to spend a relaxing week shooting and fishing in the country. Yet upon his arrival at Blackwood Hall he discovers an estate in chaos, and a friend in desperate need of help. He is quick to offer his knowledge and expertise, unaware that his generosity will have unexpected repercussions. The Steward of Blackwell Hall is a traditional Regency romance of approximately 66,000 words.
Waking Up by AntikaWrites
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"As war tears her country apart, one young woman struggles to find her place in life." I'm a slow writer/updater with a busy life. English is not my native tongue, but I do my best and also have a lovely proofreader checking my writing :). I'm always happy about feedback, especially constructive critique :) Thank you for reading! If I use weird word choices, please tell me :D The map is hand-drawn and a cast was added. I consider adding illustrations later on. Chapter 1 is proofread/edited so far.
An Expectation by accidental_roses
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Having been blinded in one eye, lost an arm, and suffered severe burns, Lewis Miller is sent back to England in the spring of 1916 to recover. Battling shellshock and pain, he turns to his caretaker, Marion O'Leary, for comfort. Alone and changed after his experiences in the trenches, he seeks a friend in Marion. The more he heals from his injuries, the more he relies on her- and he believes that she relies on him... A short story set in the midst of the First World War.
Secrets, Lies and the Daily Prophet (Alt. Fifth Year Fic) by LindaCMcCabe
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Voldemort reborn. A hostile press. The Minister for Magic refuses to believe Harry Potter or Dumbledore. The Daily Prophet declares Harry Potter dangerous and mentally unbalanced. For security reasons, Harry begins lying and keeping secrets from Ron and Hermione. This alternate fifth-year fic was written before Order of the Phoenix received a Reader's Choice Award on Portkey.org. Warning: contains mature scenes. It is being republished here for a new audience. Enjoy!
Collection of Short Stories by AntikaWrites
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A collection of short stories written as background stories for "The Dark Eye" character sheets. - Sirunda - Thorwalian more will follow (slow updater :D )
The Storm-Grey Sea by irishrose
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It is 1805, and Dr. Stephen Byrne leads the rather simple life of a country gentleman and a physician. However, on a voyage to Jamaica, where he has been summoned to try to save the ailing Governor, he encounters Miss Rosalind Marlowe, the beautiful daughter of the indomitable Vice-Admiral Marlowe, and his life turns in a rather unexpected direction.
Threads by irishrose
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Short stories of all sorts, from different times and different places. Little tales of love and sorrow, all mixed together. Bits and pieces of my more serious writing, and a place to experiment with new things. Some very mature themes though, I hope, only those I can portray with adequate taste.
How to Write Stories People Will Love by Zoe_Blessing
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If you're a writer struggling to improve your craft, this book can help. It breaks down the basics of a good story and good writing. It'll also provide a few tips on how to stay motivated. There's no magical formula for instantly likable stories, but you can lay a strong foundation for a future full of writing that fulfills you. Success starts in your head. A blend of helpful tips and "chicken soup" for your writer soul.
Tiny Tales of the Greek Gods by breadinc
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Little excerpts from the lives of the Greek gods and goddesses. (Original story, 'Rebounding From Hades' available on the Episode Interactive app.