Middlegrade Stories

Wendell Chestna is the complete package; he's a beautiful prince with riches and has not a fault inside of him. A made-up fantasy because of his royal position, but he is only human. A high title doesn't just produce false assumptions, but it's quite difficult to determine the sincerity of people's kindness. His father's recent death after a long war leaves Wendell in a stressful predicament. Their law dictates the eldest son must claim the throne upon reaching seventeen years of age, which he will turn in the next three months. Making matters even worse, his mother sets an arranged marriage with some nobleman's daughter. This union would grant them an ally in this nation, all at the cost of her hand, but she is not the girl Wendell plans to wed. Instead, he hopes to make a sweet peasant-one who dwells in the poorest village-his lifelong companion, Kana Littleton. Queen Althelia proposes a simple deal. If the lovestruck boy can get a favorable answer before the set time limit, he is free to espouse her over Blanche. These conditions are generous enough; however, will Kana accept him for the right reasons? Is her love a pure, honest emotion from within or only swayed by his status and wealth? Under a foreign boy persona, Wendell will discover if they're truly meant to marry. But as lies start piling up to conceal his double life, whose heart is really being put to the test? Meanwhile, another war thought to have ended is slowly approaching... Cover by: mahiramateen13 Banners by: lantea- Achievements~ 🏅Round three Ambys 2025 qualifier 🏅Added to Fake And Arranged Relations reading list by @romance 9/5/24 🏅 Added to DiverseLit Humor reading list by @humor 11/22/24 🏅Added to Diverse Fiction reading list by @Ambassadors 1/14/25 🏅 Added to Humor Spotlight reading list by @humor 🎖️Shortlister in the Romance category in the Grand Fiction Awards

Don wants to be a real hero-and not embarrass himself. When an ancient prophecy names Don as the key to Celestial's Fight, he's forced into a deadly journey across Avangard, battling the realm's most dangerous beasts. At the end of it stands King Dreadixz, ruthless ruler of the Lunaranites. If Don defeats him, Avangard is saved-and Don earns the right to become King of the Celestianites. But Dreadixz has one goal: break the prophecy by killing Don. Because without the prophecy leader, the prophecy would seize to exist, letting him capture the Lost Key for himself once he finds it. Meanwhile, Dark Don searches for a forgotten promise-Silicia's last words-without realizing how closely it's tied to Don's fate. With only Olsen, Prince, Demaurion, and Archie by his side, Don must decide who he's trying to impress-and what it truly means to be a hero. Because being chosen doesn't make you one. Standing up does.

All Ren wants is to be left alone. After withdrawing ten years ago to leave someone-- or something-- behind, Ren has lived alone in her cabin. Nobody to see her. Nobody to talk to her. Nobody to use her. But when a strange girl shows up at her doorstep and refuses to leave, Ren is forced to come back into life and face the world she left behind-- for better or worse. All Piya wants is to be an adventurer! Twelve years old with only her lute and the clothes on her back, Piya Nightclaw is a young bard with a big voice. She's going to make her name known, and going on huge adventures is the perfect way to do it! Unfortunately, her skill won't take her far if nobody will give her a chance. But she's gotten as far as she has by being good at what she does and refusing to listen to naysayers, and she's not about to stop. When she finds her way to a grizzled old woman living in the woods, she's thrilled-- a retired adventurer! And she's going to mentor Piya whether she likes it or not! All Tok wants is to feel safe... He did, once. Kinda. Sorta. But since the day he escaped to the surface, his entire life has turned upside down. After being captured by siren hunters and saved by a small adventuring party, he ends up traveling with them, hoping to reach a city where he can finally be protected. But the past has a way of creeping back in... Has he really escaped what he ran away from? And what happens if his past comes for his new companions? For fans of Dungeons and Dragons and other fantasy RPGs, Starsong is the story of a rag-tag party from wildly different lives, brought together by a search for stability and life. But, of course, life isn't that easy, not when you get involved in magic deals, traps, and even conspiracy along the way... -- Notes: This content the maturity of a middle-grade novel, and as such, I kindly ask all readers to refrain from swearing or inappropriate speech while commenting. Thank you very much! -- Credits: Cover art was drawn by me!

I killed my dad long after he'd already died! And no, he wasn't a monster. But I was. I'm Lily Andrews, just another twelve-year-old living in Quiet Falls, except that I kinda sold my soul for a real-life filter that changed how I looked. Think I'm lying? Guess it's your funeral, then. Don't say I didn't try to warn you about the hooded creature lurking in the dark, or the pyramid-shaped store in the woods, or the creepy smiling men wearing insects as bow ties.

A Treasure Trove of Fairy Tales is an anthology of original fairy tales inspired by traditional storytelling. Each chapter contains a complete standalone story, featuring magical creatures, brave heroes, unlikely friendships, and journeys of growth. While the tales share a fairy tale spirit, each one explores different themes such as courage, kindness, self-worth, and the power of friendship. Stories may be added gradually, so this collection will continue to grow over time. Perfect for readers who enjoy classic-style fairy tales with fresh characters and heartfelt messages.

With his home destroyed and his flight beans stolen, Can a 'ruined' faery save his friend, or reclaim his flight? All on his two feet. One wing gone, a plight to befall, Two wings gone, a curse to us all. Grant no grace to those who stray, Never touch a ruined fae. A quick, family-friendly comfort read for those who enjoy cozy fantasy. A new chapter every Tuesday & Friday!

Two brothers. One piano. One plays with effortless brilliance. The other fights to be heard. In a world of music, rivalry, and family expectations, Aden must discover whether talent is enough-or if heart is what truly matters.

My name is Esau Bryant. I'm your average twelve-year-old kid living a boring life. Or at least I was until my twin brother and I found a strange phone in an abandoned mall. After that, my life got a lot scarier. Don't believe me? You will! Before this ends, you'll see it was up to me and my friends to stop an online evil spirit and save everyone, including you!

What if you got trapped inside Minecraft - and dying meant dying for real? Steve (10) and Alex (12) signed up for a simulation experiment. Three days inside their favourite game. No big deal. Then extraction failed. The mobs became real. And the villagers started thinking for themselves. Now they're fighting to protect a village called Millbrook, making allies who'd die for them (and some who do), and crossing a world that gets more dangerous with every chapter - pillager raids, frozen mountains, and a pale forest full of things that only move when you're not looking. But the worst part? The simulation is learning from them. Their fears. Their memories. Their knowledge of the game. And it's building something from everything they know. Updates weekly. Complete story - 21 chapters.

Mai is the last surviving member of the human race... Or is she? Join the eccentric Mai and her sleepy recluse Papa as they find ways to survive in the wilderness of an abandoned city reclaimed by nature, go on silly adventures and enjoy the simple, quiet moments in life as the last two survivors in a world where humanity has mysteriously vanished in the blink of an eye.

A mysterious rabbit. A forgotten treehouse. What do they have in common? A boy chosen by whispers older than the woods themselves. When thirteen‑year‑old Jamison is sent to spend the summer on his grandparents' quiet farm, he expects boredom, lots of chores, and long days with nothing but cicadas to keep him company. He doesn't expect a mysterious white rabbit with impossible blue eyes to appear... or the strange pull that leads him deep into the woods. It is there, hidden among silver‑barked trees, that lies a grove that remembers him-though he's never been there before. How is that even possible? Symbols glow beneath his touch. The whispers among the trees call him Keeper. And a long‑forgotten treehouse begins to awaken. As Jamison follows the rabbit deeper into the forest, he discovers Whisperstones, where ancient memories are trapped in glowing stones, and a boy named Riley watches from the shadows. He waits for the new Keeper to awaken the forgotten stories. But the woods are changing. The whispers grow louder. The treehouse remembers... secrets that were never meant to be forgotten. This is a story filled with courage, magic, and the quiet strength found in unlikely places. Whispers From the Treehouse is a heartfelt middle‑grade fantasy about finding a place to belong, bravery, and the power of listening to the things the world has hidden in plain sight.

Luna isn't one for adventure. But when the German Shepherd finds herself utterly alone after the adoption of her one and only pup, all reason is thrown out the window. In this short story, unlikely friendships are acquired as a mother is left a fish out of water in the strange circumstances that follow her choice to find herself utterly alone son.

Ruby is a Virelian, humans in a different dimension living on a planet known as Crypticus. Her whole life she's been living with the expectations of destiny, but when someone crosses the line, it's up to her to stop them. Join Ruby to discover more about what Virelians are, why destiny is so important, and the friends she meets along the way. Note that this story was created by a Keeper of the Lost Cities and Riordanverse lover.

A comedic pirate adventure full of puzzles and absurd logic. The Last Excuse is a pirate schooner that sails from one disaster to the next - and only one person on board knows what he's doing. Weakling Steve, fresh out of middle school, never planned to become the brains of a pirate crew, but storms, sharks, and treasure hunts don't wait. With a philosophical cat, a parrot who argues like a lawyer, and a ship full of spectacularly incompetent pirates, every voyage turns into a new adventure. Hidden inside each chaotic chapter is a puzzle - if you can spot the clues.

A single week at Sunny Pines Summer Camp changed everything for Sebastian and Hannah. From secret trails to lakeside laughter, their friendship blossomed in ways neither expected-but the end of camp meant miles of separation. Through letters, sketches, whispered goodnights, and long phone calls, they discover that true friendship isn't measured by distance but by care, effort, and shared moments. Every memory, every connection, brings them closer-until the day they finally reunite, proving that bonds built from trust, patience, and joy can bridge even the widest distances. Across the Same Sky is a heartfelt story of friendship, longing, and the quiet magic that keeps hearts connected, no matter how far apart.

When eleven year old Teigra ends up inside of an Air Force base, she must figure out how she got there and why in order to get home. Will Teigra figure out why she is there and why she feels a connection with Major Alexandra Procter? How will Teigra and Alexandra navigate the connection that they have? Will Teigra ever be able to go home? Or will she find a new home with Alexandra? Under revision

There's no faster way to get a promotion than by having your superiors turn to stone. Yesterday, I was a novice. I wore a grey cloak that brushed my calves and made the Little Folk in the forest laugh at me as I passed them by. Then one by one by one, my fellow sisters started to look a little grey in the face and clouded in the eyes. Their joints began to stiffen. Their musical voices cracked. They started coughing up dust. Now, I'm my monastery's last hope to complete a ritual that might save us all... If I can keep Tablet's anxiety from causing them to combust, avoid being devoured by demons that will stop at nothing to steal the sacred idol I carry... And keep from turning to stone before I can use it.

Since childhood, Lila has collected the dreams people forget when they wake up, storing them in jars under her bed. Most are harmless, flying, falling, old memories, but one night she accidentally keeps a nightmare that begins leaking into real life. As the line between dream and reality blurs, Lila searches for the dream's original owner, knowing that returning it might trap them in it forever.

Ten-year-old Aspen finds it difficult moving into a new town. Silent, lonely, and quite standoffish, he has yet to make friends and find a fulfilling life. However, his entire world is flipped upside down when he finds a terrifying wolf spider in his bedroom. Before killing it, though, he realizes that there's something more to the creature. Maybe, just maybe, the arachnid needs somebody as well. Maybe, just maybe, the spider is his key to happiness. (Just practicing writing using a little short story inspired by the numerous friendly interactions between humans and other animals, including spiders!)

She fell into a world that wasn't hers. Now she's living a life that was never meant to be. Ellie wakes up in a parallel universe where nothing is familiar and someone else was supposed to be in her place. Her counterpart is missing. Everyone thinks she belongs. And the only way to survive is to play along. Now trapped at Lotus Academy, a school shrouded in secrets and strange rules, Ellie must blend in, uncover what happened to the real girl, and navigate a social hierarchy where power is everything and trust could get you killed.