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  • i know the end  by tryingjustforyou
    tryingjustforyou
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  • I AM ENOUGH by MERO7582004
    MERO7582004
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    Ethan Parker has spent his entire life believing that love, success, and happiness must be earned. When a prestigious writing competition forces him to confront old fears, forgotten journals, and the quiet voice in his head that insists he is never enough, Ethan begins a journey of self-discovery. Sometimes the hardest thing in the world isn't becoming extraordinary. It's believing you were worthy all along. A heartfelt coming-of-age novel about self-worth, friendship, fear, and learning to bloom without asking permission.
  • The Kool Kids by Intrigued_Torii8876
    Intrigued_Torii8876
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    Enemy Jones, a.k.a "the popular kid" helps run a successful small little bakery with her uncle. However, little did she know that a playboy, Tristan, would come along and ruin the once peaceful life that she once knew of. Could she restore her old life of baking? or would she eventually start gaining uncontrollable feelings for the hockey player?
  • The Phoenix that rose from Frollos ashes by CookieCat365
    CookieCat365
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    An era of suffering and tragedy has been raging for years. A new ruler has been appointed to the throne having finally come of age to rule the land. Being thrust into power unexpectedly the new queen will be challenged and tested for her strength and resilience having to lead her country in these hellish times.
  • Haunted Mirage by KKSimon2
    KKSimon2
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    the poet is haunted by a perfected image of herself that she cannot become
  • All The Words I Didn't Say by unknownninc
    unknownninc
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    repression /rɪˈprɛʃn/ noun pushing down thoughts or feelings so they don't come out. inhibition /ˌɪn(h)ɪˈbɪʃn/ noun an internal block that prevents you from speaking freely. -- Letters from a girl to a boy who is trying to navigate a healthy relationship while dealing with mental health issues and grief. Some are loving, some are crying. Her heart is heavy yet so full, but her mouth cannot empty it. Her fingers etching away about all the things she couldn't say.
  • Refrain by Eli_Akime
    Eli_Akime
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    Cadence, a no-name classical violinist, with Asian parents and an Oxford degree, is fleeing from the stage: he broke the bow at his London concert, and with it, his music career. To escape embarrassment, he hops on a train. But thanks to a strange encounter, what follows is a ride backwards in time. Back to Louis, his performance tutor, who died ten years ago. And further still. Down memory lane, through music history. This is a special train service to: The Holy Grail. Calling at: Antique Instruments, Lost Masterpieces, Dangerous Secrets, Forbidden Arts. The next stop is: Saving Louis's Life. (Not for AI learning.)
  • BORROWED CHARISMA by bl4eberrytales
    bl4eberrytales
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    A painfully shy ghostwriter for a famous, arrogant author is forced to step into the public eye when her employer disappears before a major deal. Using the confidence she crafted for his characters, she must become the charismatic persona she wrote, finding her own voice and strength in the spotlight.
  • Bye-Bye Nonsense by KKSimon2
    KKSimon2
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    Poet lets go of perfectionism
  • Under Deadlines, Over Dreams by elaradusk
    elaradusk
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    "In the high-stakes world of deadlines and design, two opposites collide-and nothing will ever be the same." Aaliyah Quinn has always been a dreamer, but landing a coveted job at a top design agency means it's time to prove she's more than just potential. Sweet, hardworking, and battling imposter syndrome, Aaliyah is determined to support her younger sister's dreams, even if it means enduring the wrath of Rafael Kane-the agency's brilliant but infuriatingly rude creative director. Rafael Kane is a perfectionist with no patience for mistakes-or emotions. Burdened by career burnout and a past he'd rather forget, Rafael expects nothing but excellence from his team, especially the overly optimistic new hire who keeps challenging his rules. When late-night projects turn into unexpected conversations, and professional clashes spark undeniable chemistry, Aaliyah and Rafael find themselves walking a fine line between ambition and attraction. But can two people chasing their own dreams learn to build something together? A story of love, growth, and the courage to dream big-because sometimes, the toughest deadlines are the ones we set for our hearts. Perfect for readers who love: ✔ Opposites-attract office romances ✔ Realistic, flawed characters ✔ Emotional, slow-burn relationships ✔ Workplace drama with heart
  • In the Fast Lane with You: a Carlos Sainz Love Story by shrekpersona
    shrekpersona
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    "Annika couldn't help but feel sad about her short encounter with Carlos ending. She already wasn't expecting much, but she wanted more. And maybe she would get it." Annika Sharpe is fresh out of university with a boring software job that takes up all her attention. She used to be an active member of the Formula 1 community, but adult responsibilities took over and she fell out of love with the sport. Desperate to add some spark to her life, Annika decided to attend the Formula 1 2024 Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal for a change of pace. It's here at the race where she was lucky enough to win a fan contest and meet the driver of her choice. Feeling a familiar connection with Ferrari's Carlos Sainz, Annika chose to meet him. Carlos felt something for Annika as well, asking for her phone number at the end of the interaction. Have they met before? Why did Carlos ask for Annika's number? Where will this journey take Annika?
  • THE CAPYBARA SOMMELIER AND THE WINE OF TRUE PRESENT by Aetherquirky
    Aetherquirky
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    Solomon "Solly" Finch isn't your average sommelier. As a capybara navigating the gilded halls of the retro-futuristic cruise liner Grand Nautilus, he battles imposter syndrome with cursive notes and power naps in bathtubs. His quest? To find the fabled Isle of Unclaimed Vines and craft a wine that will prove his genius to the skeptics of the International Guild of Vinous Connoisseurs. But between sabotaging chefs, glowing kelp forests, and his own crippling self-doubt, Solly's journey takes an unexpected turn. When he finally uncorks the legendary vintage, he discovers it doesn't reveal potential-it reveals truth. And the deepest truth Solly must face is his own. A tale of quirks, quests, and the radical freedom of embracing who you already are.
  • The Phoenix Rises by shazam200185
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    Poem #1
  • dust  by tryingjustforyou
    tryingjustforyou
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    everlong
  • encouraged delusions by OliviaJWrites
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    poetry book 5, this one is dedicated to my violent self loathing!!! so if you've ever hated me, guess what!!! i do too!!! we have something in common at last ahahahaha read this and maybe you'll have something to get off to idk lmao
  • story ideas by Girl2thepower
    Girl2thepower
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    here is some story ideas,and i may need some covers
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  • Twentysomething by RedVelvetLove9
    RedVelvetLove9
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    Ebony is tired of not living her life the way that she wants to. She is fed up with watching her peers finish their degrees, move out and chase after their dreams. This is her journey of going after everything that she wants and all of the obstacles that get in her way while she chases after her dream life
  • Imposter by Crazy4abby
    Crazy4abby
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    Percy Weasley is not a failure. He couldn't possibly be one. He wasn't unruly or disorganized. He obeyed his parents and always listened to what they said, so why were they never proud of him? He put his all into being apart of the family but never once did he feel apart of it. Or All the ways that Percy Weasley tries to cope with the feelings of imposter syndrome. (Contains hints of an asexual Percy) (Also contains hints of child neglection, and Percy just trying to fit in) (Also contains some Percy/Oliver slash even if it's not what the endgame is)
  • The Imposter's Paradox by HarryFeliciano1
    HarryFeliciano1
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    A raw, introspective exploration of identity, "The Imposter's Paradox" unravels the quiet torment of living behind masks-of performing instead of being. Through haunting metaphors and confessional honesty, the poem captures the tension between self-awareness and self-doubt, touching on themes of dissociation, self-perception, and the desperate search for authenticity. It's a portrait of someone who both sees and hides from themselves, suspended in the space between real and role.