When Earth's broken are swept across the galaxy to a planet where ancient tradition meets futuristic innovation, Lily finds herself caught between two fiercely protective alien mates-Riven, the stoic warrior with a heart of steel and hands that command more than just the battlefield, and Kaelen, the calm architect who shapes more than just the skyline-crafting patience, passion, and unwavering devotion. Ripped from a life of loss and hardship, Lily is thrust into a secret program where women from Earth become fated mates to the Serathi in exchange for technology to save a dying world. As her body and soul bond with these enigmatic aliens, she must navigate a realm where desire and danger intertwine, love demands vulnerability, and the scars of her past refuse to stay buried. In a world of shimmering scales, whispered promises, and cosmic stakes, will Lily surrender to the intoxicating pull of fate-or will the cost of love force her to choose between her new home and the family she left behind? Book One in Mates of the Serathi series From the Shore to the Stars is a sensual, emotional journey through alien worlds and human hearts, packed with raw passion, complex relationships, and mature themes. Contains explicit sex scenes and strong language. Constructive criticism welcome!

Victoria Rothwell has never made a single decision for herself. Every choice-what she wears, who she speaks to, how she smiles-has been dictated by her mother's infamous Rule Book, a thick leather binder that is updated annually like a corporate handbook. The rules are drilled into her daily: • Rule #1: A Rothwell daughter is a reflection of her parents, not herself. • Rule #19: A woman's worth is determined by her ability to elevate a man. • Rule #33: Love is a liability. Marry for power, stay for appearances. So when her parents announce her engagement to Eli Harrington, heir to a vast tech empire, Victoria accepts it silently. It's just another rule: "Rule #50: A Rothwell does not refuse a marriage that benefits the family." But Eli is nothing like the men her parents have groomed her to impress. Plus Eli is never far from His friends Troy, Gavin, and Luca.

In rain-soaked Dublin, Aoife begins to unravel the life she thought was hers, discovering that love, identity, and belonging are not given - they are claimed. *** Aoife Brennan planned the perfect night to celebrate the life she thought they were building together. But when the clock strikes midnight, she discovers that some truths don't come crashing down - they unravel, quietly. Set in the rainy corners of Dublin, The Placeholder is a story of love mistaken for fate, and the quiet ache of being someone's almost.

Lin Ziqi, a woman in her forties, is a dedicated wife and mother, having always adhered to the expectations laid out by her parents and husband. She married the man they chose for her, built a life around him and their children, and worked tirelessly to uphold the values of loyalty and obedience. However, her sacrifices go unappreciated. Her husband has a mistress, and in a brutal turn of events, it is her own son who, manipulated by this mistress, murders her. In her final moments, as she takes her last breath, Lin Ziqi's only regret is the life she could have had if she had chosen the boy from her past-the one who had waited for her, hour after hour, after high school, with a single withered rose in his hand. She wonders what her life might have been like if she had chosen to be loved, rather than loyal. When she dies, the world changes. Lin Ziqi wakes up. She is no longer a forty-year-old woman bound by regret. Instead, she is back in high school, the very place where her journey had once begun. Her best friend calls her attention to the present as the teacher asks her to answer a trigonometry question. Lin Ziqi's heart races. She is *reborn*. The realization hits her like a wave-the chance to rewrite her story, to make different choices. As she walks out of the school building, her gaze lands on him-the quiet boy who waited for her, holding that same withered rose in his hand. Lin Ziqi smiles softly to herself and approaches him. This time, she accepts the rose without hesitation, placing a kiss on his right cheek. The boy, taken by surprise, blushes but smiles in return. The world feels different now, a world where the past cannot hold her back.

Happily engaged, a woman comes home to find her fiance, Chris, in a precarious position with her maid of honour, Stephanie. To get back at them both, she reaches out to the one man she knows would drive them both crazy - the man Stephanie dubbed "the love of her life." It takes less than five minutes to convince him into a wild weekend of steamy revenge. Sometimes, getting even can be... hot.

(18+) Phoenix Rose lived her entire life hiding the fact that she is an omega. As an omega, she was born into this world with her life already mapped out. Alphas could do anything they wanted, work for whoever they wanted. Betas usually followed behind, as assistants to alphas or secretaries. But omegas... Omegas are nothing better than servants.

Toru Sanada is a confident and highly successful businessman and entrepreneur. He's worked hard to make a name for himself that is both respected and feared. As an Alpha, he has no problem asserting his dominance concerning matters of business. Although successful, Toru has shut himself off from others. Most consider him cold, emotionless and distant. But a new colleague has joined his company not only as a translator, but his assistant. Gideon Okada had an impressive resume with stellar recommendations. Okada spoke 5 languages fluently and possessed the skills and experience Sanada wanted for an effective assistant. The one thing no one mentioned to him was that Gideon Okada, although a very masculine sounding name, was a woman. Not only was she a woman, but a very special and rare Omega born of African-American parents. Life for both Toru and Gideon is about to change as he starts to feel an attraction towards her. Now Gideon has to decide if she wants to let her secret known and if she's ready to open her heart as well. {m} Mature chapters Original story. Do not copy, translate or repost on another platform without written permission from the author. ©️Julyndav

Inure: (v.) To accustom to accept something undesirable, evil, or painful. An other worldly girl is reincarnated as Queen Estella de Royalis, the villainess of a novel that is killed by her own husband. Having no other choice, she strives to save herself from that fate. However, the novel she read is not the reality she believed. ______ I tried on another, a red one this time. I twirl in its large skirt. "This one matches your eyes," I say as I spin. "This one too." I stop, putting my hands on my hips. "Are you going to order all of them?" "If I want to, yes, I will." He doesn't budge. I sigh, sitting next to him. "You know that you don't have to do this. I can go buy my own dresses." "I know, but I want to see you wear dresses that I chose. Besides, is it so wrong to want to spend time with you?" ______ Note: This is entirely my work. I want to see if I'm able to write something without a plot set up for me. I hope you like it!

All, Aurora ever wanted was a baby but she is not willing to procreate with just anyone. So she does what any 'sane' person would do. Stalk and kidnap one of the richest and intelligent people in the world. Little does she know, he has a secret. A very dark one and she'll soon find out what he's capable of. What will happen happen when crazy meets psycho? Read to find out.

Ziyu thought he had everything planned out. In pursuit of a happier life, he betrays his devoted wife, Meilin and asks for a divorce, driven by his affair with the alluring Xin Yi. As Ziyu leaves behind his old life, he quickly settles into what he believes will be the perfect family with his new partner. However, the blissful facade begins to crumble as the reality of his second marriage reveals cracks he hadn't anticipated. Caught in a web of his own making, Ziyu must face the consequences of his choices and the painful truth that sometimes, the game of betrayal has no winners. Highest Rankings #2 in Betrayal #3 in Cheating #6 in Melancholy #35 in Lies