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It started in their formative years their conflict. Being taught by what they resented, it started in their formative years. Toja, hated pineapples because they looked sharp to touch. That and he didn't discover how to pick them up until he turned twelve. Walking in a yellow grocery shop, with a phone in the back of his jean short pockets. Silent and still. So still it was almost as though it didn't exist, like it was gone before it vanished. Searching for it frantically, it dawned on him later that day that being one dimensional was choosing not to exist at all. Because normal people wouldn't desire one dimensional pineapples. And since needs have to be desirable to be needed in the first place, being undesirable meant being discarded. In the search for his phone, he discovered many things. One being that lessons taught by resentment were more likely to be internalized than lessons taught by love. As love was more likely to be taken for granted and the nature of man was to turn a blind eye on their present blessings. And wish for something greater. Something unattainable. As nothing is greater than love and it's all encompassing and holistic glory. Chantelle hated pineapples for the same reason. That and the fact that they took eons to grow. They rotted in bitterness as well. Like the hearts of their feuding families. 🦋🦋🦋 Set in Turkey, Instabul a city notorious for being immortal. This story depicts the life of 27-year-old Simon. A run away from Lebanon. When Chantelle and Toja's four month marriage comes to an end, him and his friends are given a chance to explore themselves. Join them as they navigate life in a city unfamiliar. A city notorious for moulding the pieces of it's puzzle as they fall. Just so that they can fit. Start date: 20th March 2026 End date: pending Word count: 20k+

Mira Baskaran, a bubbly photographer from India, came to LA to chase her dreams and maybe a little adventure. What she didn't expect was, to land a job with Aiden Kane: ex-lead singer of a famous band, professional enigma, and certified nightmare of a boss. He's reserved, mysterious, and everything Mira isn't... yet somehow, impossible to ignore. She is convinced that, to create a perfect brand image for him, she needs to know everything about Aiden, including his past. But the more she uncovers, the blurrier the line between work and obsession becomes. Will her curiosity build her career or cost her everything?

Thirteen-year-old Elise Turner, officially undiagnosed with Antisocial Personality Disorder also termed as psychopathy, is getting ready to move to the suburban town of Westbridge. But her new town is already under siege by a serial killer who kidnaps and tortures teenagers in grotesque ways. Elise's father, George Turner is the detective leading the case but it's Elise and her athletic older brother Jacob who may be the next targets. Then just weeks before her horse-riding state-trials, Jacob is kidnapped. With time running out, Elise must rely on her sharp instincts and a small group of unlikely friends to hunt the predator down. Will she be able to find her brother in time with the help of her new friends before he ends up being the next masterpiece in the killer's collection?

Clara grew up on faerie tales, but never once thought the fae would leap from the pages of her storybooks and steal her mother away. When her mother is kidnapped by a faerie and secrets about her father come to light, Clara is forced into an adventure she never thought possible. Relying on her curiosity, knack for helping others, and the trail of hints left behind by her parents, Clara must find a way to save her mother and support her siblings before her world crumbles fully apart. Featuring princes in disguise, magic, and more mystery than Clara could've ever imagined, the path to the answers she seeks is twisted and turning, as she discovers the truth about the faerie tales she thought she knew as well as the truth about herself. ------ A fairy tale story and the final rough draft of the story, once called Glass Slippers. While there are aspects of a Cinderella esque story in the plot, it's a tale that stands apart from the same old story.

KILL THE CROWN The background is a dangerous place to hide. Amethyst is a "background" soul in a foreground world. A bartender by trade and a bassist by necessity, she's spent years playing in the shadow of her manipulative ex-boyfriend, Ricky, in a local scene that treats her like part of the furniture. Then came Jackie Martin. The legendary, disgraced drummer of Blood Oath doesn't do "background." He's radioactive, he's arrogant, and he's looking for a specific sound-a "clank" that only Amethyst can provide. When they lock in together in a sweltering Georgia storage unit, they don't just find a rhythm; they start a riot. The Engine. The Earth. The Sky. Joined by Devin, a stoic Choctaw diesel mechanic with a jagged seven-string riff, and the Janson brothers-Michael, a voice that can crack the sky, and Rusty, a protective gatekeeper with a lead guitar like a saw blade-the line-up is complete. They are the outcasts. The "has-beens." The "never-weres." Together, they are Kill the Crown. As the tension between Amethyst and Jackie builds into a high-voltage slow burn, the band prepares for a collision course with their pasts. From the red clay of Talbot County to the neon lights of the Warehouse, they have one mission: topple the corporate kings of the music industry and prove that the loudest voices are the ones that have been silenced the longest. The stage is set. The fuse is lit. It's time to take the throne.

Wayne's heart racing, his breath caught in his throat, as the darkness closed in around him like a living entity. The memories of that fateful Christmas Eve still lingered, the terror etched into his mind like a scar. He had seen the unthinkable, the unspeakable, and it had left him shaken to his core. The sound of screams still echoed in his mind, the smell of blood and decay still clung to his nostrils. And then, there was the creature... its eyes, its fangs, its unholy presence. But it was not the creature that haunted him the most, it was the one who watched from the shadows, the one who waited patiently for her next victim, The one who knew he didn't commit the crime-but hunted him anyway , she was after him for a murder he didn't commit. 7 challenges he will face , seven mysterious strangers ,seven atrocities he will encounter, his first encounter will be his survival ... " Survival is just the beginning". By Teacruise aka Treasure.E.A #mydebutnovel #Paranormal #mystery

Princess Serenity has all the power how will she juggle trying to stop war while also making sure power doesnt fall Into the wrong hands NEWSFLAH shes gonna need some help...

On a warm summer evening, an energetic woman named Elara meandered into the nursery(enchanted garden), drawn by the mumbles of the breeze and the tempting scent of roses. As she wandered through the maze of blooming blooms, she unintentionally found a stupendous blossom greenery that stood separated among the rest. Its petals were a vivacious shade of ruby, and its fragrance consumed the space with a hypnotizing loveliness.

Regia: a society of supernatural creatures dictated by a strict caste system. In such a world, magic is banned and power belongs solely to the highest caste; the Divines. When a tournament is held with the chance of advancing one's caste (and potentially use magic), messages are sent to a thousand selected individuals. Fae, vampires, mermaids, shapeshifters--even witches and their familiars. The ultimate prize? Access to the forbidden Purus Flamma, an eternally burning flame guaranteed to provide unlimited magic to whoever wields it, promising power, wealth, and prestige beyond their wildest dreams. The catch? Everyone is fair game. The players are free to collaborate, mentor, and even resort to sabotage. In the end, there can only be one winner. This is a game of deception, wit and magic. This, is the Divinity Game.

[FEATURED IN WATTPAD FANTASY: Mythology & Folklore]. [FEATURED IN WATTPAD FANTASY: Romantasy List]. [FEATURED IN WATTPAD JUSTWRITEIT: 8CC | November to December 2023 Reading List]. [FEATURED IN PROJECT ATHENA: Other Worlds Await | Fantasy Reading List]. [FEATURED IN NEWLY WRITTEN BOOKS: Our Favorites | Newly Written Books Picks]. *** Have you ever wondered where does "inspiration" come from? Airin did not think much about the exact answer to that question, she thought she had the answer for herself at least: Children. She truly believed that she was saved by the beauty of imagination, of inspiration that she saw in her young students at her work as a preschool teacher. She basked everyday in their creativity, imagination, and those strengthened her when her mother died suddenly, her relationship with her father went from bad to worse, and her life was turned upside down. After a fight with her father, she ran away to a forest where she encountered two strangers: Xander, an injured royal warrior and Lyanna, a little girl who was also the crown princess of the kingdom of Halgard, a kingdom in another universe where myths and reality enmeshed. A kingdom favored by the gods Zeus and Apollo, a kingdom with such a powerful treasure: Elegarii, a treasure that greatly influenced the lives of human in Airin's universe too. When she ended up in Halgard because of a cunning scheme of a sorceress, she thought Xander was the only person she could trust, until she uncovered secrets about his wounded past that made her heart tremble in doubt: Who is he really? Among the chaos of a coming war with the evil forces, and the stakes that became so high, Airin fought for her life, and for her universe. And in her struggle, she found out what love could do to a wounded heart, and a real, physical answer to the question: Where does "inspiration" come from? === AUTHOR'S NOTE: Please leave comment/vote if you like the story! Cover: Canva.

Ester is a typical 23 year-old native Miamian. She loves going to the beach, just not South Beach, with her family. She loves going on fun adventures with her best friend Corinna and romantic date nights with her boyfriend Mathias. Her life was perfect. Until the ban that caused her parents to become skittish and when the Avernians landed 5 years ago and made her parents become withdrawn. The Avernians brought healing and prosperity to the world and it seemed like plagues and wars were a thing of the past. Mysteriously, a third of the world's population vanished in a blink of an eye. Will Ester ever uncover the truth of her parents' past? Will she ever find out where they disappeared too? Why does this all feel so familiar to her? Was it really the Avernians who, brought peace to the planet, are to blame for the disappearances? Or is the truth more complicated than that?

In the heart of Atlanta, third-generation butcher Gino Bisetti struggles to keep his family's meat shop afloat amidst a rising tide of vegetarianism. As mysterious disappearances plague the community, Gino's life intertwines with Amanda, a troubled foster child, and Lucius, a disturbed young man seeking acceptance. When Gino's daughter, Maria, is found dead, secrets buried deep within the family business begin to surface. With dark entities, haunting visions, and a supernatural legacy, Gino must confront the past to protect his future. Will the truth save them, or doom them all? Discover the chilling tale in "The Butcher's Shop."

Death, forests , angels, peace, I quote all of it in my words. I am not a writer, just in seventh grade and I write to let my emotions out. It helps me calm down. I hope my poems inspire the same calmness in you guys as they do in me. Please correct my mistakes and help me fix my crappy poems of 😊😊❤️ Ashley

In the brutal Seoul underworld, where bullets and betrayal reign, Jimin Shah returns to claim his father's criminal empire. He is ruthless, cold, and tolerates no weakness. But in John Abraham, his assigned bodyguard, Jimin finds something he never expected. John's quiet strength and unwavering loyalty slowly carve a path into Jimin's guarded heart, transforming a duty-bound friendship into a burgeoning love. As danger escalates and their world plunges into bloodshed, Jimin discovers his heart now beats for the man he was never supposed to love. But can this newfound affection survive the devastating truth John carries within him?

he Chronicles of Kaliyuga is a fascinating series! The Chronicles of Kaliyuga is a fantasy series written by Indian author Valmiki Gandhi. The story is set in modern-day India and is inspired by Hindu mythology. The series is a thrilling blend of mythology, fantasy, and adventure. The story revolves around the protagonist, Aditya, a young man who discovers that he is the reincarnation of the great warrior, Karna, from the Mahabharata. As Aditya delves deeper into his past, he realizes that he is destined to play a crucial role in the impending battle between good and evil. The series explores the concept of Kaliyuga, the current era of darkness and chaos, as described in Hindu mythology. It's a time when demons and evil forces are gaining power, and the gods are nowhere to be found. Aditya, along with his friends and allies, must navigate this treacherous landscape to prevent the destruction of humanity. Throughout the series, you'll encounter a rich tapestry of characters, including gods, demons, and mythological creatures, all woven together with intricate plot twists and action-packed sequences. The Chronicles of Kaliyuga is a gripping and immersive read that will keep you on the edge of your seat!

when dorothea, an actress, returns to her hometown of tupelo, mississippi, she reunites with her childhood friend, and unintentionally falls in love with him, and must ultimately decide between her love for him, or her career. this is a story full of romance, infidelity, and murder, taking place during the winter of 1989.

Two struggling Broadway actors meet, and fall in love.

Yahan, facing a crisis at thirty-five, grapples with divorce, financial instability, and a job paying less than minimum wage. What began as an exciting venture in one of the country's priciest private schools spirals into a nightmarish reality. Confronted with what she deems another life failure, Yahan must make a crucial decision: embrace inner peace or settle for turmoil and less than she deserves. Vowing post-divorce that no one would turn her life into a living hell again, this commitment extends to every aspect, including her professional journey.

After a secret data file containing intriguing details is hacked from a confidential AI database, Theo Fawley must return to India and find the hacker and help a gorgon uncover a sinister plot. *** In the murky time where life and death intertwine, lurks a forbidden elixir that holds the power to resurrect the fallen or slay the living. Step into Theo's chilling tale, where the blood of a gorgon dances between salvation and damnation, leaving behind a sinister trail of secrets and untold horrors. Theo Fawley's life has been anything but boring. After a confidential file containing a data code for an emotional simulation is hacked, Theo must return to India to find the culprit. After meeting and investigating interesting people in the heart of the city of Madras, he soon comes to realize that there are bigger forces at play. As he continues to unravel the mystery he finds out that there are more crimes, including a scandal of five billion dollars and supernatural powers. He stumbles upon a Gorgon named Nagi that might just be able to help him, but she has a different idea of justice. After Nagi finds out about a plot involving killing gorgons for their blood, she must work together with Theo to stop it. Join Theo in his journey of finding justice and bringing down large crime organizations in the first book of the Theo Fawley series. (Featuring South-east Asian elements) The amazing cover is made by @Dystopian_Quxxn of the Charms Community