Diversereads Stories

On a storm-torn night in Castillonia, two daughters are claimed by one family-one born pale and failing, the other a Black infant rescued from the wreckage of a foreign ship. To save their lineage, the D'Arcennes hide the sickly newborn and raise the rescued child, Maelys, as heir. Twenty-two years later, Maelys stands beneath the chandeliers of Solenir's glittering court, chosen as a potential bride for Crown Prince Laurent de Castillon. Their attraction is immediate-intellect, wit, and defiant grace ignite a scandalous spark. But whispers hiss through silk: foreign, unsuitable, impossible. When Elara-the hidden trueborn-arrives in disguise, the court becomes a crucible of rumor and knives. A kidnapping, a great hearing, a kingdom's breath held between truth and ruin. With assassins in shadows and tradition wielded like a blade, Maelys must outplay courtiers who would rather see her vanish than rule. Love, loyalty, and identity wage war beneath painted ceilings. To claim her fate-and a future for her kingdom-Maelys must become more than the girl who was switched. She must become the queen who chooses. ©️ _RelleLebby_ // R. L.

Alexandria Benson received ten invitations to the Valentine's Day dance, but only one of them is The One. _________________________ #7 in We Need Diverse Books [8/12/2019] #89 in Teenagers [1/12/2019] #1 in School Dance [1/17/2019] #2 in Diversity in Lit [8/12/2019] #106 in Diversity [2/27/2019] #1 in Diverse Reads [11/10/2019]

WELCOME TO THE GOLDEN AGE, AGENT. Three children, destined to save the city from its criminal infestation. With abilities that bent the rules of what humans were supposed to be able to do, they were supposed to be saviours. Then there were two. Four years later, criminal mastermind Narcissa Corvus is forced to reunite with her past in order to defeat an enemy that threatens to destroy all of Semper City, discovering old friends and feelings along the way. There were always four. [chapter banners by @rubyruins, beautiful cover by @wanderess_4) highest ranking • #397 in action featured on the project super profile! • Morningtides Awards 2nd Place Winner

When a girl meets a boy at a party just before her curfew, things get interesting. _______ [#1 in Short Story - 12/29/2019] [#1 in High School Experience - 3/29/2020]

"Māra is loose. His kin walk among us. You must find them- before it is too late." There is one cardinal rule that all users of magic abide by: that the human world must remain ignorant of the practice of magic. So, when they discover that the demon king Māra has been set loose - raising spirits, upending graves and seeding chaos in the human world - it's up to Shalini and Kai to find him. But the search brings with them shocking secrets that could unravel everything they ever knew about magic.

In the serene town of Tshani, Anam cherishes her childhood friendship with Olunje, unaware of the storm brewing beneath the surface. While Anam navigates life, oblivious to Olunje's growing infatuation, she finds solace in a fleeting romance with a white boy, oblivious to the danger lurking in the shadows. Anam and Marcel share a bond that transcends friendship, but their budding romance faces unforeseen challenges when Marcel receives a life-changing opportunity that takes him far from home. As Marcel embarks on his journey, Anam's world is turned upside down when she finds herself in grave danger, alone and vulnerable. With Marcel miles away, Anam's safety hangs in the balance, and Marcel faces an agonizing choice: pursue his dreams or return to protect the woman he loves. As he grapples with this decision, their once-unshakeable love is put to the ultimate test. Distant Hearts is a gripping tale of love, sacrifice, and resilience. As Marcel and Anam navigate the treacherous waters of separation and danger, they must confront their deepest fears and vulnerabilities. Will Marcel abandon his dreams to rescue Anam, or will distance tear them apart forever? Amidst the chaos and uncertainty, their love is their only anchor, but will it prove strong enough to withstand the trials that fate has in store? Join Marcel and Anam on a journey of heartache, courage, and unwavering devotion as they fight against all odds to keep their love alive.

Welcome to Austronesia, an alternate-reality fantasy world inspired by the rich cultures of Southeast Asia and the breathtaking landscapes and wildlife of Australia. In a world where danger lurks behind every corner, orphan Mai and her best friend and roo, Suriya, are forced to make difficult choices to survive. The pair of adventurous rogues spend their days searching for valuable artifacts to help feed their fellow orphans in a nearby monastery. But everything in their lives begins to change when they start the search for a long-lost artifact, one that seems to exist only in rumors. Throughout their journey together, they will face powers unlike any they have ever seen before and will uncover something bigger than they could have ever imagined.

Seventeen-year-old Kimmy Addai lives her best life as an Obayifo-the original vampires who rule over vampire society. But when a series of familial disappointments culminates in a tragic incident, her parents ship her off to the Bathory School in Colorado to integrate with lesser vampires called Halfers-those with a mix of human and vampire blood. She's determined to keep her head down and do her time so that she can return to her former life. Then a dangerous encounter threatens to expose her secret gift; quiet and down-to-earth, Tristan, a Halfer in the guard program, steps in to save her. Despite the differences in their class, a friendship develops as Tristan offers to teach Kimmy self-defense. But when forbidden feelings develop, their worlds collide Kimmy and Tristan can't have the best of both worlds-even if their choice means sacrificing their lives.

We're just friends. He's just foolish. And he likes you a bit too much.

Brothers Luca and Wade couldn't more different if they tried. One is short tempered and brash while the other is stoic and distant but one thing they have in common is their love for each other and a the girl that is threatening to come between them: Jasmine. A loud mouth college student with more spunk than sense and a love for the toeing the line just out of reach of danger. She thought by getting involved with the soft spoken Wade, she would turn over a new leaf on her old ways but the the brothers seem to be package deal But where Luca goes trouble always follows- deadly trouble. *warning: will feature violence, swearing, sex , dark and mature (Triggering?) themes.

Lilac Reden is the daughter of a traitor, and no one has ever let her forget it. Even after becoming Lethe of the Underworlds, one of the five master assassins in Nouveaux, she has never escaped her place as Royce Reden's daughter. So, when the King offers her the job to end all jobs, along with the chance to escape her past, she easily accepts. She should know by now - nothing in this world is ever so easy. Now, Lilac must risk inheriting the title of traitor by going to resistance for help in saving the woman she loves. *this isn't the whole book. just an early draft chapter sneak peek because someone on tiktok asked for it!*

Years after fleeing their homeland, Xolani and Raine have finally been able to find peace. However, that peace is shattered when receiving a royal command to return home and answer for what they've done so long ago. Do they take their two children and flee or do they fight for the peace they long for?

Melinda Williams wanted a quiet, final year at McArthur High. However, luck isn't on her side when she bumps into Ryan Carter, the most popular boy in school. Now he knows who Melinda is, when all she wants is to stay invisible. But that's not the only issue she has. Someone anonymously exposes all the Senior students' secrets, but Melinda and her sworn enemy Sabrina, are the main targets. Will Melinda get her senior year back on track, or will it all fly off the rails? A/N: I wrote this book when I was very young, and I honestly think it's terrible. I'll try editing it someday but please keep that in mind if you read it! Cover by the awesome @TylerC66 ~~~ #30 asiansinlit 8/10/18

What if the book you were reading... started reading you back? On a stormy night in Atlanta, sixteen-year-old Amara Thomas curls up with a strange fantasy novel she found buried in the back of her school library. But when the words on the page begin to shimmer-and the storm outside mirrors the chaos inside the book-Amara is pulled into a magical world she thought was only fiction. Now trapped in the Kingdom of Eldoria, a realm of talking animals, rebel teens, floating islands, and ancient magic, Amara is mistaken for the legendary "Seeker" foretold in prophecy. But nothing in Eldoria is quite what it seems-and the story she thought she knew is rewriting itself around her choices. To find her way home, Amara must uncover the truth behind the kingdom's crumbling magic, outwit a dark Inquisitor, and decide whether she's just a reader... or the true author of her destiny. ✨ A modern fantasy adventure about Black girl magic, bookish power, and rewriting your own story-one page at a time.

In the sun-baked valleys of 1500s New Mexico, where the Spanish mission bells echo against ancient canyon walls, two souls meet at a river's edge - each seeking something they cannot find in their own world. Mateo, a young Spanish settler fleeing the rigid confines of his homeland, finds himself drawn ever further from the mission's watchful eyes. His solitary walks along the river become something more when he encounters Ahiga, a Zuni Lhamana - a Two-Spirit person whose very existence challenges everything he's been taught. In Ahiga's gentle strength and artistic gifts, Mateo glimpses a freedom he's only dreamed of. Through shared moments of pottery-making, their hands speak what their different languages cannot. Each lesson becomes a ritual, each exchanged word a treasure, as they build something far more precious than the vessels they create together. In the safety of morning shadows and secret paths, they discover that love, like clay, can be shaped into something beautiful if one has the courage to try. Set against the backdrop of early Spanish colonization, "Confluence of Hearts" is a tender historical romance about finding love across cultural boundaries, the courage to live truthfully, and the universal language of the heart. Like two rivers joining to form something new, their story challenges us to imagine a world where love transcends all barriers - cultural, linguistic, and spiritual.

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"An Elite Mecha Squadron in a galaxy at war." In a galaxy torn apart by a war of attrition, the Solar Hegemony is on the brink of collapse against the ruthless, pragmatic Void Syndicate. The Syndicate employs tactics of terror, deception, and biological warfare, crushing morale and defying all conventions of interstellar law. In a desperate last gambit, the Hegemony activates its most dangerous and powerful asset: Experimental Unit 77, callsign: "Honor Force." Honor Force is an elite mecha squadron whose pilots are psychologically bonded to their machines, known as "Chevaliers." These mecha are powered by "Aetherium," a rare energy source that resonates directly with a pilot's adherence to the ancient Knight's Codex-a rigid doctrine of chivalry, fairness, and battlefield honor. The Core Tension: The stronger a pilot's integrity and commitment to the Codex (e.g., announcing a challenge, protecting civilians at all costs, refusing to strike an unarmed foe), the more powerful their Chevalier becomes. But this very strength is their greatest weakness. The Honor Force is a relic of a bygone era, a scalpel designed for a duel, thrown into a war that demands a sledgehammer. The story follows the young, idealistic leader of Honor Force as he discovers that in a war against an enemy with no honor, his code may not be his greatest weapon, but his deadliest flaw.

✧ 𝐒𝐈𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐋𝐘, 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐃𝐄𝐄𝐍 ✧ Coming home was supposed to make her feel whole again. But Hafsa isn't sure if she remembers how to belong. Between family chaos, lingering guilt, and an unexpected houseguest who seems far too comfortable in her world, Hafsa is trying- ✦ trying to feel steady, ✦ trying to move forward, ✦ trying not to let certain people (read: Zayn) get under her skin. But Zayn has secrets of his own, ones he's not ready to share. But as banter turns into something deeper and home starts to feel like home again, she begins to wonder- Maybe healing isn't about erasing the past. Maybe it's about learning to live in the middle of the mess. ➤ A heartwarming, witty, and deeply introspective story about faith, family, and the unexpected ways love finds us.