Revolution Stories

🥇 1st Place - Best Prologue (Whispers Beneath the Ice mini-awards, 2025) 🥈 2nd Place - Best Writing Style (Enchanted Grave Awards, 2025) 🥈 2nd Place - Best Villain (Starfish Awards, 2025) ⸻ ✧ ⸻ Beneath the earth, the sun is only a memory - and its light is no longer free. The powerful have bottled it, priced it, and called it holy. Every flicker, every breath, must be paid for in Lumen. Lucy Farrow was born in the Gloom, where the air tastes of rust and hope is a dangerous thing. Her mother taught her to keep her glow low - to survive unseen. But when the light inside her begins to stir, Lucy's secret could unravel the order that keeps their divided city alive. High above, in the marble halls of the Halo, Prince Cassian Soleyne uncovers a secret among ink and dust - a forbidden lineage that could unmake the order he was born to protect. His duty is to snuff it out: his heart tells him to save it. As rebellion brews in the dark and doubt kindles in the light, their paths will cross - and together they will awaken a fire long thought dead. A Radiant who could bring back the dawn... or burn the world to ash. ⸻ ✧ ⸻ His guest merely nodded sharply. "Until next time, mister Briar". With that, he turned and marched toward the door - his colleagues followed him close behind. Lucy could hear their footsteps fade away and relief washed over her. As soon as it did, the lanterns of the chandelier rattled softly - the Lumen danced for a split second, as if celebrating. But that was enough. The agents abruptly turned around, having seen the shadows on the floor - slowly, they aimed their emotionless gazes skyward, staring at the chandelier. "Tell me, mister Briar", the captain spoke, his eyes still fixated upon the lamps, "Does your Lumen always malfunction like this?" The Lantern Man tapped with a finger on the desk. "As a matter of fact, sir - yes, it does. It's still an old batch: it flickers all the time. I ought to get it replaced soon".

At twelve years old, Alara never expected her name to be called. In a world that thrives on spectacle and survival, she is seen as fragile-an innocent child thrown into an unwinnable game. But beneath the surface, something dangerous burns. And in an arena built to destroy her, Alara may become the spark that changes everything.

People don't just disappear for no reason. Across the country, teenagers begin developing unexplained abilities. No one can explain it, and the government stays silent- until it doesn't. When the truth begins to surface, a national lockdown is enforced across England. Just like that, ordinary life becomes a death sentence. As cities fall under strict surveillance and movement becomes restricted, young people who manifest powers are labelled dangerous and removed from society without explanation. Fear spreads faster than information, and trust between communities begins to collapse as disappearances increase. Their powers woke up but so did the goverment.

A tragedy leaves an 𝙞̲𝙧̲𝙧̲𝙚̲𝙫̲𝙚̲𝙧̲𝙨̲𝙞̲𝙗̲𝙡̲𝙚̲ scar to his connection with his family and dishonoring his father's reputation. The boy, guilt-ridden and in a state of isolation turns his back to his hometown. He wasn't excluded by his family, but he knew he couldn't stay either. He now travels to prove his worth in a world where magic and industry collide. This is a story that revolves around the collision of magic and technology set in the beginning of the industrial revolution. 🌍The world is 50% larger contrasting real-life earth. 🌲🌵🌄The extra land is composed of dense vegetation or desolate lands with inhospitable climate conditions, creating hostile and predatory environments. 🐕🐈Animals in this world are 20% larger and can wield magic. ⭐The story's main character stars a middle adolescent boy named Luca. ✒This is my first time ever writing a story, please do criticize my work. 📬I will try to post every Sunday.

Verses of Defiance is a searing collection of protest poems that pulse with the raw energy of resistance. From whispered dissent to full-throated cries for justice, these verses capture the spirit of those who challenge oppression, inequality, and silence. Each poem is a spark, igniting hope and demanding change in a world that too often turns away. Bold, unyielding, and unapologetic, this anthology speaks truth to power and invites readers to join the chorus of defiance.

A tale of intergenerational BIID over centuries. In prep school I became a close friend of Brian Meadows. His mobility impairment was obvious. Over time its cause became evident as he described a peculiar turn of mind shared by generations of privileged ancestors whose story reaches back well into 18th century France. This is a work of fiction. Any resemblance to persons or situations other than those that are clearly general knowledge is pure coincidence. The story is excerpted and adapted from my much longer novel "Buddies." I hope you will enjoy reading it as much as I have writing it.

It's 1935 and Oarai is facing another closure again as the Imperial Government demands Oarai High to implement ultranationalist education into the school. Anzu came up with a plan, they will present a petition with signatures from major Sensha-do schools as a peaceful protest. Little did they know that this will spark a chain of event that will change their lives, and history, forever. This is an alternate universe fanfiction of Girls und Panzer set from 1935-54. It is inspired by a Hearts of Iron IV mod, Girls und Panzer: Global Operations. Any technological anachronism in this fanfiction is intentional. Any events depicted in the original anime series, Der Film movie, Das Finale movie series happened in this AU before the story begins.

Messages, appeals and statements of Comintern (SH) 2

"Standing on the shoulders of giants like Newton, Watt, Bessemer, Haber, Tesla, and countless others-how could anyone hope to rival me?!" A young and ambitious engineer is mysteriously transported to a medieval world-reborn as one of the heirs locked in a deadly succession contest. Determined not to die again, he resolves to use the only advantage he now has over his new brothers: the might of modern, industrialised civilisation! Armed with the knowledge of centuries of scientific progress, he sets out to ignite an industrial revolution a thousand years ahead of its schedule and illuminate the Dark Ages with the fire of industrial civilisation. *You can also follow the story on RoyalRoad

Joanna has just 23 days to avenge her mother's murder by reclaiming the chancellorship from her tyrannical uncle, the current ruler of Darand. --- After being presumed dead for 18 years - and training in secret for nearly as long - Joanna has just 23 days left to reclaim her rightful place as chancellor of Darand. It's a seat that once belonged to her mother, until she was framed for crimes against humanity and executed by Joanna's uncle. With time running out, Joanna must journey across Darand's outer boroughs to its capital, facing danger at every turn, and prove her late mother's innocence ... or leave Darand to rot under her uncle's rule. It's a trip she'd planned to take alone, but when Chancellor Wolford catches wind his niece is not just alive but actively staging a coup, Joanna must turn to a shy (and handsome) metalsmith's apprentice for help. There's just one problem: The apprentice might've been the one to blow Joanna's cover. --- **Do NOT put this story on Goodreads, please. I appreciate it.**

"When we get out of here, you're gonna write me a song about this, okay?" ✦ ✦ ✦ Rebellion is always right. Oyza yearns for revolution, an impossible dream under a lifetime prison sentence. Fueled by the destruction of her home and years of servitude, she survives on smuggled texts from the Ungoverned, rebels who claim a world without kings is possible. Then Yars arrives. A charming thief with a dangerous past, Yars offers Oyza more than escape: he offers her a way to fight back. But freedom beyond the prison walls leads her to a truth buried beneath the ruins of Oyvassa, her home city, one that could shatter the order ruling Vaaz itself. Hunted by a ruthless commander tied to her past and pursued by foreign invaders from across the sea, Oyza is driven toward a rebellion hidden deep within the swamps of her homeland. There, alliances fracture, survival becomes uncertain, and victory may demand more blood than any of them are prepared to give. When blood is spilled, how much will be their own? ✦ ✦ ✦ "...a fantasy adventure maintaining a brisk pacing of action and intrigue within a well-built story world full of rich detail... If you love fantasy, this book should be on your reading list." - Joey Madia, Reedsy.com "The Spirit of a Rising Sun has everything you'd expect in a good book-action, adventure, romance-but this isn't just another vapid page-turner. It's the sort of thought-provoking novel book you'll be turning over in your mind long after you turn the last page." - Trenzle.com ✦ ✦ ✦ #1 Work in Progress #1 Resistance #1 Intrigue #1 Utopian Society #5 High Fantasy #6 Fantasy Adventure #7 Epic Fantasy #7 Romantasy ✦ ✦ ✦ Epic Fantasy • Political Fantasy • Character-Driven • Tragic Romance • Dark

When the 74th Annual Hunger Games don't turn out quite as expected, Panem is filled with whispers of revolution. Rebellion is on the horizon and rocking the seas of District 4, threatening to overturn the life Annie and Finnick have built there. Follows The Hunger Games and Catching Fire (parts 1 and 2) from Annie and Finnick's POV

𝙅𝙤𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙛𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩...𝙤𝙧 𝙛𝙖𝙙𝙚 𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙤 𝙨𝙞𝙡𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚. Sequel to Rise of the Sylra. More danger, angst, yearning, and just a touch of humour to cope with the pain. Please note mature rating & warnings. Cover by @Merlyn_Fereira Rian is free, yet haunted by grief, and unable to shake his longing for a woman he can never be with. Any dreams of being a part of change have shattered as he is reduced to the singular goal of trying to forget. But when Ileana's voice enters his mind at the worst possible time, his impulses get the better of him, throwing him into chaos. In the aftermath he is given a choice: to keep running and lose himself along the way...or to stand and fight - for the people he loves, and the memory of those he has lost. Marked as mature for: - death, violence - grief, depression, alcoholism, domestic abuse - vague references to sexual assault, torture, suicide - sex scenes (consensual) Not a trigger warning but this story features LGBT+ characters so if you're gonna say anything icky about that just know your comments will be deleted. Maybe save me the trouble and be nice instead :) Re: other comments pleaase don't give negative or even constructive feedback unless I've asked you specifically for it. Unless it's spelling, grammar, or a blatant plot hole/inconsistency. If you just don't like the style it's written in, I ask that you kindly move on, to a story that fits your tastes better. Though if you're here it's most likely because you've read the first book, so if you've read this far I would HOPE you actually enjoyed it lmao And though my writing style has evolved a lil bit, I very much hope you enjoy this one too.

She thought she had to bite her tongue to survive. She thought she had to watch as the kingdom fell apart. She thought there was nothing she could do. She thought wrong. In a once-thriving kingdom now fractured by tyranny, Crown of Ashes follows Uly, a sharp and resourceful seventeen-year-old who has grown up in the slums on the wrong side of a massive wall dividing rich from poor. The kingdom of Alas has fallen into decay under King Michael's oppressive rule, where crushing taxes, forced labor, and fear dominate everyday life. Uly survives by staying invisible-running errands, building quiet networks, and helping others where she can. But when whispers of a rebel group known as the Revolutionaries begin to surface-marked by a mysterious broken crown symbol-her life starts to shift. As she uncovers pieces of her own past and realizes she may be more connected to the rebellion than she thought, Uly is drawn into a dangerous world of secrets, power, and resistance. With the kingdom on the brink of collapse, she must decide whether to remain hidden-or step into a role that could change everything.

The Abyss... home. The Scream... the enemy. The Above? only safe during the cold months. Three simple principles we live by. But what happens when truth unfolds? What happens when a spark, a glimmer of hope appears? I wanted to join SPARC once I turned 18, to help. If only I had known, that it would change my life... Forever.

The mission: finish her father's work, and infiltrate the royal family in search of a priceless treasure. The cover: the underappreciated stepdaughter of a noblewoman. This is Cinderella like you've never seen before.

What happens when a library curator gets a commission to find person that is directly related to the disappearance of her brother? And what happens when all the puzzle pieces are where they shouldn't be?

||UNOFFICIAL TITLE & STORY|| Lou-Anne Perreault works as a waitress at Café Musain, scraping up enough money for her and her siblings, taking care of them since the Perreault's parents' demise. One unfortunate day, she would have the dreaded task of taking over her co-worker's job as she calls off ill, which is tending to the upstairs of the café. It doesn't sound too bad, unless you were there to see the aftermath and ruckus caused by the university students up there. The dreaded shifts turn into ones of curiosity as she uncovers the true intentions of their everyday lives at the Musain... but she can't help but feel irritation towards the leader and what she believes to be 'hypocritical' beliefs.

𝐌𝐀𝐋𝐀𝐊-𝐀𝐋-𝐇𝐀𝐑𝐁 (𝐁𝐎𝐎𝐊-𝐓𝐖𝐎) "Your Jae-Min is dead," he spat. "The Supreme Commander-in-Chief of Vylak-is gone. And you... you killed him." · ─────── ·𖥸· ─────── · · 𝐈𝐭 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐞 - 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐉𝐚𝐞-𝐌𝐢𝐧 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐝. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐨𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐠𝐨𝐧𝐞. 𝐈𝐧 𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐌𝐨𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐝 𝐈𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐡𝐢𝐦 - 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐛𝐫𝐨𝐤𝐞, 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐛𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐝, 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐰𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝. 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐬𝐧'𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲. 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝐛𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐬 - 𝐚 𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞, 𝐨𝐟 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐟𝐚𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐫𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐧. 𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐚𝐬 𝐈𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐡𝐢𝐦 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐬 - 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐚 𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐝𝐨𝐰 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐚 𝐯𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡, 𝐚 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫, 𝐚 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫. 𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐥𝐲𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞, 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐛𝐞𝐟𝐨

In a technologically advanced monarchy, fear is maintained through spectacle. Every few years, six "traitors" are selected and released into the country. They are hunted by the king's sons in a nationally broadcast event. Officially, it proves the crown's strength. Unofficially, it keeps the population too terrified to rebel. No one has ever survived. Until now.