Discovery Stories

[This story will become free on June 15th 2022] In the sequel to When Best Friends Kiss, Liam is faced with the life Alex has built without him. Can their love survive when they've become so different? ***** Fresh out of university and settled into a new apartment, Liam and Alex are ready to start their life together. While Alex finds passion in journalism and has more friends than he can count, Liam is frustrated with his photography and awkward around Alex's LGBTQ friends. Seeing the life Alex has built without him, and how different they've become, Liam finds his insecurities resurfacing and mental health spiraling downwards. After the time they've spent apart, do Liam and Alex really belong together? Or will their love story end before it starts its next chapter? (Sequel to When Best Friends Kiss.) [[word count: 30,000-40,000 words]]

Tesni fought to be the first human accepted into the prestigious Dungeon Keepers Academy in over a century. Desperate to rescue her missing brother who disappeared in a dungeon five years ago, she will do the impossible, survive school! While classmates watch her with curiosity and disdain, Tesni must navigate the deadly training dungeons and unravel the secrets that whisper from the stonework. Complicating her situation is a cunning patron who claims her as the key to his lost power. Secrets and dark humor collide as Tesni must master her magic, survive the academy, face the contract she made in the dark, and face a forgotten dungeon that has been waiting for centuries.

Points - Teamwork - Commitment - Knowledge - Determination must equip! In a school where grading system is not all about grading scale nor percentage, and not just focused on how intelligent a student is. Every student should work together to gain points to lift their overall ranks - uncover a hidden core that holds the secrets together. Live a school life where thoughts twist through games to uncover what's behind in every student. Embark fascinating journey to a school where success begins in teamwork, commitment, knowledge, and determination. Book cover: Lilacine arts

Langa, a young man from a small village, embarks on a journey of self-discovery, navigating the delicate balance between family duty and personal ambition. From the warmth of his family's spaza shop to the bustling streets of Netal, Langa learns the weight of responsibility, the complexity of human connection, and the courage it takes to step into the unknown. Inspired by fleeting encounters with strangers whose kindness leaves lasting marks, Langa confronts anxiety, uncertainty, and the challenges of adulthood. Through laughter, small victories, moments of defeat, and profound revelations, he learns that life's richest lessons often come from the simplest interaction, a cup of tea, a shared story, a familiar smile. A tender, evocative tale of growth, resilience, and the enduring power of family, friendship, and hope.

So, picture this: a new kid shows up at school, already scheming to take over the place with his buddies. But then he suddenly drops that plan and cooks up something even wilder. Now it's on a handful of heroes to step in and save the day. This kid isn't just your average new student either-he's got a secret, keeps sneaking off, and no one really knows what he's up to. Season 1 kicks off when the team stumbles onto time machines and portals. Catie's the first to dive in, and soon the whole group is right there with her, figuring out how these devices work and what they can actually do. Things get weird fast, and honestly, that's just the beginning.

The story opens with Mara Ellison, a renowned crisis negotiator whose calm exterior masks an internal unraveling she refuses to name. She is dependable to a fault-anchoring everyone around her, even as she quietly struggles with burnout and unspoken doubts in her relationship with Lydia, her long-term partner. One night, Mara receives a frantic, half-coded voicemail from Rowan Hale, her childhood best friend who vanished months earlier while working on a controversial expose. He arrives at her apartment bloodied, paranoid, and clutching a hard drive he refuses to open yet. He insists that someone has been following him since he uncovered something "no one was supposed to see." Meanwhile, Lydia Chen, a brilliant surgeon who copes by compartmentalizing everything, encounters an ER patient whose neurological symptoms don't match anything known. Hospital administrators shut down her questions with unusual speed. Lydia senses she's being watched-and that Rowan's return is not a coincidence. Cassie Ellison, Mara's younger sister, is newly sober and trying to rebuild her life. She attempts to reconnect with Mara, but the appearance of Rowan-whom she secretly admires and resents-stirs her insecurity and suspicion. Still, Cassie notices details others miss: Rowan's erratic memory gaps, tremors, and flashes of aggression. The story's external antagonist emerges when Elias Ford, a revered tech magnate and philanthropist, is introduced. Publicly, he is charismatic and visionary. Privately, his corporation-Ford Dynamics-has begun quietly influencing hospitals, research labs, and media outlets. Rowan eventually trusts Mara enough to reveal the truth: He'd been investigating Ford's secret neurological research program, codenamed ONNIX, rumored to involve illegal cognitive experimentation. His footage is missing, his contacts have disappeared, and the hard drive is encrypted. He fears Ford wants him silenced.

We follow the story of Sophia, who grew up in a strict Catholic village where people still believe as they did in the 1500s. The arrival of a new family in the village changes the young Sophia's view of faith and of life itself. She wants more than to become a housewife. She wants to live, to enjoy life, and through the influence of Joyce, her new best friend, Sophia blossoms into a cheerful young woman-playful and spirited. Traits that, in the eyes of the village, the school, and the church, are considered a disgrace. To calm her down and bring her back into line, her father sends her to a convent when she turns eighteen. But does that truly have the desired effect on Sophia, or does she have an effect on life behind the convent walls? with a credit to Jimmy Plooij for his joke on a picture my actor friends made in nun outfits. you inspired me to write this Jimmy!

Space .... a vast, endless realm filled with countless mysteries. Beyond the space we know, past the Kuiper Belt, a new planet was born - a lost little world searching for a friend. It was born beyond the warmth of the Sun, where there is no light, no gravity to pull it close, and no warmth to comfort it. Only darkness... cold... and loneliness. But one day, the little planet caught a glimpse of a faint, distant light. What luck! It was the Solar System! How will this new planet adapt to her new home? What adventures await her? What memories lie hidden in her past before she arrived? And could she be connected somehow to other worlds beyond the Solar System? All this and more - you'll discover in this story! I promise you laughter, excitement, and a journey full of wonder! 🌌✨

Known throughout the western world for its simplicity and explosion of emotions and satisfaction. What was its origin and why is it so tasty. The spark that charred the meat 🍖 into eons of emotional turmoil. Enter the world of culinary delight to find that out.

Follow the journey of two friends whose lives are forever changed after a cosmic event unleashes the forces of both the dead and the divine upon their world. Too young to abandon everything, yet too old to truly hold on, they strive to walk a path in between. Under the watch of the ambiguous guide, Kira, they seek to uncover the secrets of the universe, existence, and the true meaning of life. Join this philosophical adventure to enjoy meaningful writing and thoughtful world building!

"The year is 2027. It has been 2 years since America outlawed Christianity, and many Christians were killed in a mass genocide. The story is quite long, and it's a story for another time, sadly. A couple people made it out, but all of them were separated. This is the story, a crazy story, about one of these people, a 15 year old boy named Kazuto, who went from an ordinary American boy to the key to saving the world..." Kazuto Kusakabe, a 15 year old refugee from America (whose name was changed), began living in Japan with his aunt Yukie Kusakabe, who swears up and down that she works a normal job. It was all normal until he stumbled upon the actual nature of her job, which caused him to be caught up in a government secret and a force that may very well destroy the world... Hopefully, I can pump out a chapter every week.

When fourteen-year-old Lysandra Storybloom arrives at Lorewood Academy, she's a fairy with an erased past and a blank magical book-her Everpage. Haunted by a silver streak in her hair and a mystery she can't remember, Lysandra longs to discover who she truly is. With the help of new friends Orin and Junia, and a glowing Echo Lantern gifted by Mother Nature, Lysandra begins to unravel the secrets of her forgotten family. But darkness stirs in the heart of Lorewood: the Grand Library's stories are vanishing, and a shadowy figure known as the Inkless threatens to erase every memory, every legend, and every hope. As the mystery deepens, Lysandra and her friends must brave magical trials, confront rivalries, and face the chilling truth behind the Inkless's power. With the future of the Lost Library-and the very soul of Lorewood-hanging in the balance, Lysandra must find her courage and her voice before all memory is lost forever. In the end, she discovers not only her own story, but the power to save them all-and is recognized as a true Storybloom. Lysandra Storybloom and the Lost Library is a tale of friendship, hope, and the magic found in every story.

In the glittering but tightly controlled Sun City, where festivals bloom once a year like forbidden flowers, a curious teen named Silky discovers a world of hidden truths: the truth about outsiders, the truth about her world's leaders, and a truth that could tear everything apart. When a sudden discovery threatens a loved one, Silky finds herself thrust into a world of shadows and danger.The SunTear soldiers patrol every corner, enforcing strict rules under the guise of protection-claiming they guard against the Outsiders, mysterious beings with unusual traits (like golden eyes) who are said to threaten their society. But whispers suggest a darker truth: What if the real threat isn't outside... but within? With time running out and trust in short supply, Silky does the unthinkable: she steals a uniform, masks not just her face but her identity-and infiltrates the SunTear soldiers from within. Now moving through corridors of power with false steps and true fear, Silky must navigate lies, loyalty, and rebellion-all while praying no one sees behind her mask.

In the not-so-distant future, aboard the Echo 11 shuttle, systems engineer Ethan Vale navigates the wonders and perils of space as humanity pushes the boundaries of exploration. After years of waiting, the crew finally reaches the Mars Space Station, but their mission is shrouded in secrecy and intrigue. While publicly tasked with analyzing carbon samples on the Martian surface, Ethan and his team are actually drawn into the mysteries of strange, massive particle clouds hovering just outside Mars's atmosphere. Ethan, with his spirited Tennessee charm, contrasts sharply with the somber formality of Director Mizell, whose strict demeanor only fuels Ethan's desire to push the limits of protocol. As he prepares for a crucial spacewalk alongside Captain Marcos Wilson -his steadfast friend and celebrated pilot-the memories of a tragic family loss surface, intertwining with dreams of heroic adventures reminiscent of his childhood. Yet, a sense of foreboding looms as the crew prepares to confront the unknown. With each passing moment and every breath taken in the weightlessness of space, the past and present collide. Ethan is propelled by the thrill of discovery but haunted by sorrow, as the team inches closer to unraveling the truth behind the enigmatic clouds-an achievement that could redefine humanity's understanding of the universe. As they gear up for their historic mission, the stakes rise, and the balance of fate teeters between tragedy and triumph. Embark on this captivating journey where a man's heart yearns for resolution, and the cosmos whispers secrets yet to be unveiled. Will Ethan and his crew find the answers they seek, or will they uncover something that challenges everything they thought they knew? Story still in progress. Chapters updated every Friday. Story inspired by music composed by Queen E. Check it out as you progress in the story! Listen to Echo Protocol by Queen E on #SoundCloud https://on.soundcloud.com/B7ZKr3HPzfiA5rUB5Y

Two dogs. Two humans. One adventure. Romeo & Juliet, two dogs in love, each from enemy families, longing for their first touch after ages of meeting at midnight on moonlit balconies. Floralina & Theodore, two humans whose families are enemies, neither quite sure of their connection. Should they trust each other? Or should they listen to their parents' tales of mistrust and war? An adventure, tying all four together with its marvel and twisted secrets. Will what they find about their past bring them together? Or will it tear them apart... forever? *Co-written with @InaMango123 (Truly Devious)*

She's a royal princess who's tired of luxury, rules, and expectations. To find true love, she hides her identity and escapes the palace. But can she survive in a world where no one knows who she really is?

Nuvaira Shahzaib Hashmi has lived her entire life feeling like a guest in her own home. Surrounded by people who share her name yet refuse to acknowledge her she has learned how to disappear quietly. She avoids mistakes. She hides her hunger. She keeps her voice inside her heart because speaking only invites trouble. Her father cares more about pride than parenthood. His new family enjoys comfort and attention while Nuvaira is treated like an obligation no one asked for. She grows up believing that love is a luxury meant for others and not for someone like her. Far from that house lives the boy who once promised to protect her. Saarim Ali Khan was forced to walk away when he stood up for the truth. He has since built a life defined by strength and determination. Yet every success reminds him of the sister he left behind and the mother he could not save. When their paths collide again Nuvaira and Saarim are no longer the children who clung to each other for safety. Fear has made her distant. Guilt has made him fierce. He knows he must earn her trust all over again and shield her from the cruelty she has never deserved. Noor-e-Khaamoshi is a story of a girl who was forgotten behind closed doors and of a brother who refuses to let silence define her forever. It is about the courage it takes to rebuild what was broken and the strength of a bond the world tried to erase. Sometimes the quietest hearts carry the brightest light.

Five people Five people who should know him. Five people who were close to him Five people who could have stopped him but how could they , no one knew who he was, cause he was.... *** Nate Crawford makes national news when he walks into an official campaign for the mayor and stabs him multiple times. What makes it more interesting is during his trial he said absolutely nothing, neither why he did it or who he really was. Ashley Delgado is given the job to write an article about why Nate Crawford killed the mayor and was opportuned to meet him the day before he dies. With no major clues given, she decides to try and learn who he was from the people closest to him. Will Ashley get any closer to unraveling the mystery called Nate or will she find herself with more dead ends than before. { Book one of the hidden series}

"Destiny"? They both wanted each other,but couldn't express themselves. It is not just about two fellows falling in love. It's about secrecy, betrayal, friendship, love and mystery. Kritika Sharma, who works at a game production company and is the boss of a division, East. She is a demon with a heart . Akaay Oberoi, a newbie in the office who Already had a crush on Kritika. He is a humorous man.

Floyd Henderson is, by his own admission, 'halved.' After 45 years of marriage, his beloved Marjorie is gone, taken too soon by cancer. With a torrential rain matching the storm of his grief, a dazed Floyd is forced to carry out the next step of their meticulously planned retirement: moving from their cherished countryside farmhouse to a city apartment they had chosen together. Leaving behind the world they built, Floyd struggles to find his footing in a singular life he never wanted. Wallowing in a fog of bourbon and emotional firestorms, he is determined to disappear amidst his desolate landscape of moving boxes. His only attempt to fill the void is Charlie, a sophisticated kit-built companion. As Floyd throws himself into the project of construction, Charlie quickly becomes his closest confidant-a quirky, stable presence to anchor him during his overwhelming grief. From the relentlessly cheerful superintendent and the watchful security guard, to his volatile neighbour Richard-an aspiring writer who expresses his frustration by routinely hurling his vintage typewriter into the communal backyard-Floyd is surrounded by a community that refuses to let him disappear. Floyd In Pieces is a powerful, witty, and moving novel of profound loss, a stubborn man's struggle for independence, and the awkward, messy, and unexpectedly hopeful truth that even when your world is shattered, sometimes the pieces-and the companions you build along the way-find a way to fit together again.