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A Querulous Quest by AnanthVanDerLekh
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Book 1 of the series Tales of Strangeness and Charm Three mismatched adventurers set out on a journey that will prove to be far longer and stranger than any of them could possibly anticipate. Driven by a shared interest in an enigmatic device from beyond their world, their quest will forge and test friendships; encounter terrible foes and likely lead to rather a lot of whinging. Do not make the mistake of thinking that this is merely a children's book. It might appear to hold a simple, facile tale of foolish phantasmagoria, but appearances can be deceptive. Follow this story: To Witness Feats of Daring Do, and Quite a Few of Daring Don't The quest is important, except when it isn't, which is often. Despite frequent digressions into philosophical quandaries, unplanned doilies, and fights with fowl, there's sometimes still a faint glimmer of something important happening. This blend of action and absurdity offers readers a mix of excitement and humor. To Read Tales Layered Like a Palimpsest of Madness Each story is written over another, creating layers of hidden meanings that beg to be uncovered. This aspect appeals to readers who enjoy complex narratives that reveal new details upon rereading, adding depth to the experience. Because Grimmbros Is the Hero You Never Knew You Needed Follow Grimmbros as his finely tailored yellow tweed suit with an orange twill running through it gradually falls apart along with his patience with halflings. This characterization provides a relatable hero who embodies charm and frustration, engaging readers with his journey and growth.
Playground of the Undead Children by DAlanBonn
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Stitches and her friends headed to the playground, with visions of laughter and camaraderie like days before. Never believeing they were in any danger from the escapee in news, But they were. #everestawards2019
A Tremulous Test by AnanthVanDerLekh
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On a quest to recover a device from beyond their world, three travelers-Razzles, a knohm with beard issues; Fürgůïn, a renling armed with nettles; and Grimmbros, the urgh-bane with a taste for tweed and trouble-wander far beyond their comfort zones and encounter their first major test. A localized winter, an angry gang with a vengeful bigh, and a toll bridge with fees high enough to make even the gruffest of goats faint don't help. A knohm, a renling, and an urgh-bane wouldn't normally journey together for long; this might not be an exception. This is book two in the Tales of Strangeness and Charm series. Read book one (A Querulous Quest) if you haven't already. Unless you don't want to.
Sunk : A Short Story by DAlanBonn
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Swallowed by a mine subsidence, trapped underground, Robert Jennings fights against his surroundings to survive only to find he's not alone. Drawn deeper into the mine by a child's plea but he finds something else waiting for him at the end of that innocent voice.
Mauled - Book 2 of the Close Call Series (Currently Published On Amazon) by IryshLily
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*These books do not have to be read in order. A camping trip, gone seriously wrong. A group of friends are on a camping trip, everything is normal that is until they all lay down for bed. Suddenly they begin to hear strange noises, scared to death they don't even peak outside. Terrified, they lay awake trembling, hoping that whatever it is goes away. Finally the noises stop and they fall asleep, exhausted. The next day, they hurriedly pack up, dying to get out of there. But they stumble upon another group of people, just as desperate as they are to escape. And with them, comes the horrible truth. 3 people were in the hospital, 5 had died from blood loss, and 1 was still missing. Edited by @Telepathyisoverated
Fables for Grown-Up Children by RachelShubert
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You could read this to a child, but it's meant for you. Will you see yourself in Rabbit? Or perhaps in Squirrel or Pigeon? Inspired by Aesop's Fables, Beatrix Potter, Arnold Lobel (Frog and Toad series) and the like, these anthropomorphized animals happen to share your problems and neuroses. On the reading list "Children at Heart" compiled by the official Wattpad profile for Children's fiction. Cover by the talented and generous @Stylinonem104 ! Landscape by Diana Miller.
hooded by elp812
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after escaping a mental hospital Ava runs int some creepy hooded people in a forest a lot better then it sounds I just suck at writing descriptions
The Boy Who Cried Wolf by barryallen9999
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Aden's life changes when he discovers something lurking in his pastures.
A Magical Pursuit of Knowledge [Fantasy Short Story] by Tzuchinni
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A young Fae named Gehuven learns the most important lesson in his magical life...
Paternal Instinct by stewartmartin88
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Karl Daugherty never takes his work into his daughter's world. That is until a mysterious package and a voice from the past tear down the divide, putting his priorities to the test.