The Things Around You

"Football isn't just a game"—it's life. For 16-year-old David Jones, football is more than a sport; it's an escape, a calling, and the only thing that makes sense in a world full of challenges. The electric thrill of scoring a last-minute winner, the roar of the crowd—it’s the closest thing to freedom he knows. But David's journey is far from simple. Blessed with extraordinary talent yet burdened by fiery anger, he’s fighting battles on and off the pitch. Growing up as the son of a Nigerian immigrant and a British mother, David navigates the pressures of cultural expectations, the weight of his own ambitions, and the scrutiny of a sport that demands perfection. Passion drives him forward, but his temper holds him back. Can he channel his emotions and prove himself worthy of being football's next big star? David Jones: The Next big thing is a gripping coming-of-age story about resilience, identity, and the unrelenting pursuit of dreams. Disclaimer: This work is a work of fiction. Any resemblance to real persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. All trademarks, brand names, and other proprietary rights mentioned or depicted are the property of their respective owners and are used for illustrative purposes only. This work is not affiliated with or endorsed by any brand, company, or individual mentioned. All rights reserved to their respective owners.

In a quiet world, Adam lived his life peacefully but it all changed when he woke up in an hospital bed with the ability..... Creation Of All Things Armed with this Overpowered ability, watch how Adam would uncover the truth of his world and beyond..

An action-packed, expandable race that starts in Hollywood, ends in Spain, and later continues. Racing teams partner up and then race from state to state, country to country, and continent to continent, trying to get ahead of the other racers so they can win. If something terrible happens to a racing team, they might get disqualified from the race and then get replaced with another team, but they might be seen again and then get let back in the race.

As an average college student, Kal's biggest challenges were exams and finding a job after graduation. That is until the night she went missing. Months later, she's finally back home, but something's different.

The light of the fireplace cast long shadows on the wall, the fire reflected in the eyes of the woman sitting on the couch with a blanket over her shoulders. She had a bittersweet smile on her face as her mind traveled to the past days, nights long passed, nights she shared with her family when she was a kid. Memories she hoped to bring alive if possible. First story: a story adaptation of a popular folklore in Nigeria; The Princess and the half man; She had sworn on her mother's grave never to be blinded by emotions. But It'd seem she took after her mom in that aspect after all. Throwing all caution to the wind just for a man. She had thought she was different from the rest, leave it to reality to smack her back to her senses. Her feelings for her dad was complicated, she could say she hated him, but that was not quite true, no matter what, he was still her father. The one who pampers and gives in to her every whim. She knew it was partly guilt and the fact she was his only daughter out of a battalion of boys that contributed to his attitude towards her. But so what, she didn't care much for affection, all she had cared for was getting what she wanted, and that had been true about her, until now. Authors note: As a kid my dad will always sit us down at night, outside, in the darkness and tell us the most delightful stories of kingdoms long passed, Princesses and princes, magical creatures, much to the delight of us kids. But there's not much of that nowadays. So I want to share these delightful stories with everyone and I hope by doing this, these stories will not get lost in the sands of time. Thank you, have a nice read.

People have regrets in their lives they want to change. Many say that even if it is the "DEVIL" himself comes even then they would take the deal to make their wish come true. This is a story like that when a boy that had a lot of regrets had met the "DEVIL" and the "DEVIL" had asked him that he would fulfill any of his wish in exchange he will take his soul. So, what do you think happened after that? Did the boy take the "DEVIL'S" hand and signed the deal, or did he leave? Why don't you find out [AUTHOR HERE: 1> ENGLISH IS NOT MY FIRST LANGUAGE SO DON'T EXPECT A VERY NICE STORY TELLING THERE MIGHT BE MISTAKES HERE AND THERE AND I HOPE YOU JUST IGNORE THEM 2>I AM WRITTING MY FIRST BOOK MOREOVER IF IT IS NOT GOOD THEN YOU DON'T HAVE TO READ BUT YOU CAN SUPPORT ME BEFORE YOU LEAVE OK, I'LL STOP HERE OTHERWISE I MIGHT GET BEATEN BY YOU GUYS FOR BEING SHAMELESS (WHICH I AM BUT THIS IS MY THOUGHT SO YOU DON'T SEE NOTHING) 3> THERE MIGHT BE SOMETIMES WHEN THE UPDATE MIGHT TAKE SOME TIME BUT I CAN PROMISE AT LEAST 2 CHAPTERS A WEEK (I THINK) 4>I DON'T CARE IF NOBODY READS IT, I JUST HOPE YOU HAVE A GOOD DAY SINCE FOR MANY IT IS NOT ALWAYS A GOOD DAY AUTHOR OUT] [OHH ONE MORE THING YOU CAN SUPPORT ME HERE] https://patreon.com/TERMINALLY_ILL?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

"Ring Around the Rosie" is a classic nursery rhyme you've probably heard while walking past a playground. The playful, short song may bring back childhood memories of holding hands with your friends and spinning around in a circle. But what if this little melody wasn't as innocent as you thought? Are the lyrics truly as sweet as they sound, or is there a dark meaning behind them? Keep reading to find out!

this story is about a zombie outbreak and having to deal with the loss of friends and family, making new friends despite the situation and adapting to the new ways and finding love

Lu Yuan traveled through the fantasy world and became the master of Daluo Sect. Although it is said that the time traveler has a system that exceeds the standard, Lu Yuan feels that his golden finger is too much. Looking at the first task released by the system, he fell into deep thought. "In one month, accept a new disciple and make him break through the foundation building period. The task is to specify the technique [Grand Grade Heavenly Immortal Technique]!" Lu Yuan: Grand Grade Heavenly Immortal Technique? Monkey's technique? Is it the book that claims to be a three-year immortal and a five-year golden immortal? In one month, even a dog can break through the foundation! Lu Yuan: Steady! ! ! ... Chen Nanxuan resurrected his life. In his previous life, he was the Great Immortal Lord of Tribulation, but because of his unstable foundation, he practiced greedily and rashly advanced and died under a heavenly calamity. In this life, he will take one step at a time, and at every level he will lay a solid foundation before finding a breakthrough! With the skills of his previous life in his heart, Chen Nanxuan joined the Daluo Sect. Originally, he just wanted to find a random sect to develop and live a new life, and he didn't need any resources. Facing his master's teaching of the powerful Heavenly Immortal Technique, Chen Nanxuan accepted it on the surface and threw it aside with his backhand. A month later, Lu Yuan fell into confusion when he looked at Chen Nanxuan, who was still at the third level of Qi Refining. "Why don't you practice the skills my master gave you?" Chen Nanxuan: Why do I, Chen Nanxuan, need to explain to you what I do? ... N years later, I looked at the disciples of Daluo Sect who were all going their own way, and none of the system tasks were completed. Lu Yuan overturned the table. Damn it to all of you, whoever wants to cultivate this immortal can't complete the task at all! What I teach you are all real things, so if you don’t learn from them, right? Get out, get out!

Cariann was just an ordinary man preparing for a new college year... when he got his life turned upside down. He found his body turned into a woman's... with a Dick. Not only does Cariann... well, now Carene has to fend off the lusty men around her, but a few ladies have begun to stalk her too. However, her interest lies firmly with her family... Will Carene submit under the pressure or take charge of her new fate? --------------------------------------- Alternate Names: Living My Life As A Futanari Note: Some story arcs may not have back-to-back smut scenes (happened twice so far with a gap of 20 chaps, no less in Ch 36-Ch 50 & Ch 52-Ch74) due to plot constraints. And that may happen once more until the smut becomes a continuous thing. Apologies to those expecting a hardcore smut series.

Sixteen-year-old Kane Reeds was an outcast in Tokyo due to his unusual looks and love for fighting. His life was abruptly uprooted to the remote town of Takayama after his father lost his high-paying job. However, his father's seemingly normal job held a deadly secret—one that ultimately claims Kane's life when danger comes for his family. Instead of death being the end, Kane is brought into an ancient, mysterious realm filled with forgotten magic and unearthly dangers. Reincarnated with memories of his past and gifted with a power capable of shaping entire worlds, Kane must navigate this perilous new existence while uncovering the secrets of his rebirth. Drawn into a shadowy conflict in this otherworldly land, Kane finds himself facing dangerous enemies and forging unexpected alliances. To protect what matters most to him, he must master his newfound abilities and confront the forces threatening both his past and his future. https://www.royalroad.com/profile/625355/fictions

A collection of short stories taken from the depths of my subconscious. Take a dive with me and experience the oddities of what lies beyond.

An early death. A past forgotten. Three people connected by the thread of fate. The Lartengarten family is know to be the cradle of prodigies in swordsmanship, magic and strategy, and as such they've served their kingdom well, sometimes even to their detriment. When the shadow of war looms closer to their family house, Wulfgar, Rheann and Raelynn must make their choices before they are dragged into a conflict that knows no end. For that, they are gonna need power, even if they want to run from their past lifes. Also posted on Royal Road: https://www.royalroad.com/profile/588417/fictions

Would you dare to turn around?

When in doubt, search for the past… where all secrets hide. He is a man known by many names. Born a Crown Prince, his birth name was known by all the kingdom and, after his death, it became known by the entire world as the tale of the Lost King — the beautiful and kind prince said to have disappeared into the Northern fog and to only return to his people in their time of most need. Such whispers spread like ashes through the kingdoms, ushered by the winds of the North, crossing seas to bring faith to unknown people. Living as the Slayer, his name became the whispers of those frightened, spoken in both prayer and consternation for fear that his arrival might not only not bring peace to the dead, nor keep the living from death. Dying as a God, his name became the word no one would dare to speak, for with his death, the evil slithered away, not killed or banished, but satisfied for long enough to leave the world to enjoy some semblance of peace, leaving his absence an emptiness the skies felt, but no one defied. Born Raiden Thorden. Lived Steel Kairo. Died Thor Odinson. The human boy fated to be a God. The most powerful God sacrificed in the most human of ways. The only remaining question is what name the Seid will give him, now. Faced with the end of all things, if his death is the sacrifice needed for the survival of the world he spent his entire existence protecting, isn’t it worth it? After all, his ending began centuries before… And when comes the thawing, after all the secrets have melted away, what remains shall be the truth. (Norse mythology and Viking inspired)

Thrillers from around the world, featuring: Men stalked by a hungry polar bear. Hunting the last Barbary lion. Two rivals hunting each other in the Amazon. A desk worker planning to kill his rival. A rock 'n' roll band accidentally committing murder. And many more.

A mass of chaos. That's what he was. A thing. Or at least, that's what he used to be... "What will you name him, your highness?" She smiled down at her baby, "I'll name you Aridam.." He never really had a name before.. And if you think about it, excluding the doctor that helped delivering him, she was the first living being he ever saw.. Roaming in nothingness for millions of years as a thing.. That was the life he has ever known. But somehow, he got reincarnated in the body of a newborn baby.. I guess he's a royal child now.. In a world filled with magic and celestial beings. Chaos never wanted loneliness again.. So the first thought that came to his mind once he opened his eyes.. Conquering this world.

Work In progress (>‿◠)

Wen Lin is one of the few people born with a mutated gene. As a commander and leading scientist, he has plenty of enemies. However, what happens when the enemy he so wishes to kill and find is his own biological brother? What happens when he finally meets the man who is responsible for his wife being in a coma and being separated from his son? To save his brother from punishment, and get an antidote to save his wife from death, he is forced to embark on a dangerous mission. Wen Lin has to change places with his brother and work for the bad guys. He leaves his brother to take his place in his work and his place as the father of his children and husband to his wife. Will his wife recognize the switch? Will they be able to end the operation successfully with no mishaps? Wen Lin stood by the door leading to the hospital room, where the beautiful woman rested. He softly called out her name, with no intention of walking inside. He could not walk inside, he did not have the courage to say goodbye. PS: cover not mine, from pinterest cover rights to owner. https://patreon.com/user?u=83250134&utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=join_link

"Pardon, ken ik u?" - Harris Rynold "I just love you the way you smile." - Airish Humaira Mengisahkan tentang seorang gadis muda polos yang bernama Nur Airish Humaira mahu mencari apa erti kehidupan padanya. Airish ingin mengharungi liku-liku kehidupan demi mencari cinta sejatinya. Namun dia memiliki personaliti Introvert, iaitu seorang yang pendiam menyebabkan dia sulit mencari kawan apatah lagi teman istimewa. Tetapi, adakah benar lelaki sejati wujud? Adakah benar-benar ada lelaki yang akan mencintainya seadanya? Tengku Harris Rynold, seorang jejaka tampan kacukan Belanda, pulang ke Malaysia selepas sekian lama berada di Amsterdam. Harris bertemu dengan Airish secara tidak sengaja di lapangan terbang dan terjadi suatu insiden yang memalukan di antara mereka. Airish terus berusaha melarikan diri daripadanya. Disangkakan panas sampai ke petang, rupanya hujan di tengahari. Takdir mempertemukan mereka lagi dalam keadaan tidak diduga, namun entah mengapa semakin Airish mengelak, semakin Harris mendekat. "You have to marry me, but this is the contracted marriage only." - Harris Rynold Disebalik sikap dingin Harris, terselit sifat prihatin yang mendalam terhadap Airish namun dia tidak menyedarinya. "Sebab aku dah jatuh cinta dekat kau, baka!" - Airish Humaira "Airish, verlaat mij niet..." - Harris Rynold Namun, adakah kebahagiaan menjadi milik mereka? Pelbagai cabaran dan halangan terus menanti mereka. Mengapa Airish berasa seolah dia seperti seorang 'Cinderella' yang dicari oleh sang putera untuk memulangkan kembali kasutnya? Apakah Airish berjaya menemui cinta sejatinya? Temui jawapan kamu dalam bacalah novel ini :)

ONGOING | BOOK COVER ILLUSTRATED BY CHADLER EJERCITO CASTILLO *** First Master Ruyin, who had lost his wife years earlier, formed an alliance with the newly widowed Nightfall Empress Dowager, Xuwen, at the request of his older brother, the Emperor of the Heavenly Empire. This union was a strategic move to protect her son, the newly ascended Nightfall Emperor, from trials and doubts cast by rival clans within the Nightfall Empire regarding his early ascension to the throne. Xichen, the young Nightfall Emperor, did not oppose this arrangement. In fact, he recognized that this alliance would be advantageous to both sides. The tie not only secured peace between the Heavenly Empire and the Nightfall Empire citizens but also sealed a treaty preventing either side-who had long been embroiled in endless conflict-from eventually engaging in war. Once the alliance was sealed, First Master Ruyin and his only son, Young Master Ruan, decided to establish their residence within the Nightfall Empire. Ruan, though known throughout the courts as a spoiled and mischievous teenager, was, in truth, an exceptional prodigy. His raw power grew each day, even without any effort, making his Heavenly Emperor uncle shower him with praise, which further fueled the envy of those around him. Everything seemed to fall perfectly into place, except for the once peaceful harem of the Nightfall Emperor, which became a hotbed of discord as his concubines began vying for his attention. What no one realized, however, was that the entire situation was an orchestrated scheme devised by Ruan himself. With his sharp wit and cunning mind, he was making sure that the Nightfall Emperor was entirely wrapped around his fingers.

The words that I'm about to say are not in English so please you can translate if you want " Nimic și nimeni nu ne stă în calea de ne-am urma visurile, și chiar și așa Viața ne lovește când te aștepți ce-l mai puțin " by Irine

This is a collection of short stories . Some will be translated. Some I will write myself. There will be some stories which will resemble some true incidents. There will be horror, thriller, slice of life, sci-fi, crime etc. I will include both male and female leads. Many of the stories will be from my country . I will include the name of the author at the end of each story if I find them. I'll try toput the link to their page if I can find it. If any author wants me to remove their work let me know.

Duc is accidentally reincarnated as a duck in a fantasy world where he was supposed to be the heroic force for good, as a human, but finds himself in the depths of a dungeon facing challenge after challenge in his little duck body. Not only that, when he finds his way out he ends up right in the middle of a possible war starting! Joined by an elven princess, a rogue, and others along on his journey, Duc has to not only find himself, but also help others and the world around him!