Истории Triumph

Before the fame. Before the heartbreak. Before the world knew their names... there was a dream. In 1970s Atlanta, five young women with voices blessed by the church choir take a leap of faith toward something bigger than themselves. Led by the ambitious and determined Violeta Wilson, the girls leave behind the safety of gospel music to chase the glittering promise of stardom. At the center of it all is Destiny Stephens, the youngest of the group. With a voice that can shake a room and a presence that captivates anyone who watches her sing, music producer Benny Nelson quickly realizes she has the spark of a superstar. Soon the group is signed and given a new name destined for marquees and spotlights everywhere: Thee Starlottes. But the road to success isn't as glamorous as the stage lights make it seem. While Destiny rises as the face of the group, the others must wrestle with jealousy, loyalty, and the sacrifices required to survive the music industry. Behind the shimmering gowns and dazzling performances are friendships tested by ambition, family pressures, love, betrayal, and the heavy cost of fame. As the girls rise from church choir singers to national sensations, they will discover that destiny can unite people... but it can also tear them apart. Because sometimes the brightest stars cast the darkest shadows. And not every member of Thee Starlottes will make it to the end of the spotlight.

*WARNING Contents of Abuse* I lived a life that suffocated me, my blissful dreams turned into forgotten dead leaves that had been blown away by Autumn winds. My hands searched for love but never would it come insight let alone in reach. I close my eyes, tears flow down my cheeks, slowly but surely, I wither and due inside. A small thought erupts within me, taking me in and reining my attention 'What would it be like. . .TO BREAK-FREE?' Contains both verbal and physical abuse Copyright ©Shazneem Tamana

Note: This was written when I was 13. It is very much a product of my little tween mind at the time. Please approach with caution. *** Shay Barron is not afraid to be herself, or to be criticized for it. When she meets Forrest Rivers, he realizes that the hard way: She steals his milk. Forrest falls for Shay, surprising even himself. But Shay is already taken, by Westley Harrigan, who might just be the worst boyfriend ever. No one who knows them can figure out why they're still together. Westley and Shay's relationship takes a turn for the worse. Although Maddie and Jasmine didn't know what occurred, they take Shay out for a Girl's Night. Something goes terribly wrong, and Shay wakes up in the body of another girl--Serena Magnus. Shay's logic is that if she's in Serena's body, Serena must be in Shay's body. But where is Shay's body? Will Shay --or Serena-- ever be able to go back to normal? But a shocking discovery changes everything, and both Shay and Serena's lives may never be the same.

Sent as a spy to the enemies pack in order to prove his worthiness of the throne to his father, Reed Alphonso got to meet his mate, whom he had been searching for, since he turned eighteen She was the key for him to bring down Jake Rodriguez, his long time enemy, whom he had sworn on his life to eliminate He also had to win the bet his elder brother, Craig Alphonso, tricked him into accepting, so as not to let his mother die Now Reed is trapped between two crucial decisions, of which he has to choose one Which would it be? Read to find out, as you follow him through his journey of struggles and Revenge

Leyna West, age 15, has tried as hard as she can, but simply can't do it. No matter how hard she practices or pours her heart into it, her music just doesn't seem to have enough 'soul'. It just isn't enough. In the the world she lives in, no one is safe... For years, the land has been in a never-ending war, pitting each of the four nations against each other in hopes that one day, someone would win and peace would come. But for as long as Leyna can remember, the war just kept going on and on, until one day the leaders came to an agreement. To quench the constant warfare and allow the citizens some leeway, a musical competition would be held every year. The winner would grant their nation freedom from all the war until the next competition. The battle was on. Leyna's home, Nation 4, has never won the competition. Heck, they've never gotten close. The judges always said it was because their songs had never touched their hearts. So how can Leyna, a random pianist from a random town, as well as her band mates Alec and Kyle, achieve such a thing? Meanwhile, Seth Ankathi, 17, is tired of it all. He has the good life everyone wants, but ironically doesn't want it. Deep down he truly loves music and the beats he creates, but if everyone is only going to look at him as the general's son, why bother? Nation 1 is deemed as too perfect, since they have all the money, all the glory, all the geniuses, etc. Nathaniel, the President's son, is perfect proof of that. But when Seth realizes amongst all the tacky elegance that is his home that sometimes, things can be too perfect, that's when everything begins to go down hill... To create a song that will last more than just four beats, to hold out the competition as long as they can as to cover up their plots, to play out with their hearts and souls, to save the ones they love and care about... All you need is a Fermata.

Inuyasha and Kagome appear to have a happily settled life within Kaede's village. But in the quiet of his thoughts, Inuyasha is feeling rather restless. While seeking an experience of a time now gone, chaos ensues, and he must learn to accept a reality he would never have dreamed up for himself... One he will never wish to give up again.

Welcome, traveler. Step into the Crownless Lands-a realm that should have been golden but never was. The maps still show grand borders; the songs still promise glory. But up close you'll find frayed banners, broken vows, and people trying to live between the teeth of history. Here, adventurers hunt fortunes that refuse to be found. Heroes rise late or fall early. Lives are traded, stolen, and sometimes-miraculously-saved. And the creatures? Some stalk the roads and terrorize the villages. Others arrive with a lesson sharp as a blade. And the kingdom's worst monsters wear crowns made of lies. --- What You're Getting Into: A weekly high/dark-fantasy pulp serial-fast, moody, full of intrigue, sorcery, and razor twists. Each episode lands a complete beat and ends on a cliffhanger. Where It All Unravels: A continent under a failing crown: forts crumble, roads go quiet, new rules harden. Towns and frontiers fend for themselves-more grit than resources. Bloodlines, Beasts & the In-Between: Shifts among humans, elves, dwarves, orcs, and classic creatures-some scourge, some uneasy allies. How the Story Moves: Chapters leap across the map, braiding many plots into one struggle. Local skirmishes mirror the bigger fight for a crown no one can hold. The People Worth Bleeding For: An ensemble of adventurers, exiles, heirs, and schemers. Not every arc finds light-some rise late, fall early, or trade all for one mercy. Your Weekly Drop: New chapters every Thursday, 6-10k words. Each deepens the world, sharpens the cast, and drives the saga-great for weeklies and first-timers. Important Note: The story follows multiple destinies; chapters are non-sequential and jump between plots across the Crownless Lands.

I'm Diane Mahoney, a loving mother of one. My boyfriend is the one and only Weird Al Yankovic. We have a five year old daughter named Eileen. I'm Nancy Valor, a college dropout. I was a devoted mother until tragedy struck. I live in an apartment with my boyfriend. Diane is my best friend. I'm Sarah Valor, I ran away from home at age 17. I met a guy who turned my world upside down. This is our story, our journeys and our strength to pull our lives together.

Join Sameul Wickers on his journey to finding retribution for himself and those dear to him.

When Diana finds a hurt dragon, she follows him into the forest, where she meets a plethora of Magical Creatures', & some unforgettable people; such as Morgana & Mordred Le Faye, along with her Great Ancestor, Merlin; The Great Wizard of Camelot. When Enchantress Diana is found by The Great Dragon Gargaroth, he immediately takes a liking to her; remembering her from her Past Life, as Merlin's Chosen Apprintance; Sasanai (Sassie) ; & wants her as his & his Alone. While Diana tries to find a way out of the strange realm, she sees that the portal is closed, so; she wonders what she will do, in somewhere in The Realm of Magic; in which she can never escape?

"The Shadow of Redemption" is a psychological thriller that follows the story of a haunted detective named Jack Morrison. After a tragic incident from his past resurfaces, Jack is forced to confront his own inner demons while trying to solve a series of gruesome murders that seem to be connected to his past. As he delves deeper into the investigation, Jack begins to question his own sanity and struggles to differentiate between reality and his own darkest fears. The book explores themes of guilt, redemption, and the thin line between justice and vengeance.

Thoughts and feelings from the ether

Audrey is an aspiring artist with insane friends. She spends most of her time by herself, and tries to be as unsociable as possible. On her birthday she decides to change that and go out of her comfort zone. Can that one night really change her life forever? Does she have the ability to go out of her comfort zone to find what she has been truly missing for 18 years?

Poetry 💙

Poems are my freedom of expression...a therapy session

#237 in Mystery / Thriller on 3/25/17 I've been taking part in a "A Game of Codes" by Starwishi and have decided to make my own in hopes of giving you the community a fun game to play, the rules will be displayed on the opening chapter as well as a small group of tags to bring this to the attention of others. #461 in Mystery / Thriller on 3/21/17 #340 in Mystery / Thriller on 3/22/17 #260 in Mystery / Thriller on 3/23/17

The Holy War between the angels of God and the angels of Lucifer rages on. A human girl, Leena, along with her guardian angel, Luna, bravely fight against the Dark angels, with weapons made of Grace and the blessing of God. Leena, upon the accidental discovery of her guardian angel, agrees to fight in the war, unaware that she is more involved in the Holy War than she may think... (cover by FideliusFiameta)

Honestly trying to get my creative juices flowing. This is a start by expressing my feelings about life in general. Come along with me on this crazy journey we call life.

Ashe is 15 when she learns her true identity, see at first she thinks she's just a normal teen, well as normal as someone like her can get, but then she finds out who and what she really is. The daughter of hades. The princess of hell. War arises in the midst of her training, will her fighting be enough? Or will hades lose his throne and will she lose her love?

Follow the life of Resena Blackwell; forced to live with her aunt and uncle after the death of her parents, Resena's life is filled with constant abuse, fear, and mistreatment at the hands of her family. One day by chance encounter, she meets the dashing and kind Duke Julius Spencer. Will he be what finally turns Resena's life around and finally find happiness? Where the rose tree follows is a story about love, triumph, courage, and self worth!