Lands Between Runes

Junior was born with a congenital neurological disorder, causing him to lose his sight before his first birthday. This fact changed the course of his life and tore his family apart. Somehow, his condition has also rewired the parts of his brain related to hearing. The unique way he experiences sound is sometimes more a curse than a blessing, but it does inspire him with a passion for music. Just as Junior’s life starts to feel like it’s maybe not so bad . . . well, the apocalypse happens. But in the land of the blind, the one-eyed man is king.

Zachary Reed, who was struck by lightning, found that there was a mysterious gas in his mind. He could actually draw runes with magical effects with the help of those mysterious gases. On one side are the spirit gathering runes, enlightenment runes, invisibility runes, and world gate runes that can set off a spiritual energy frenzy. On the other side are the electric runes, anti-gravity runes, and wormhole runes that can lead a new technological trend. To the left, there is a spiritual energy frenzy, and to the right, there is a technological explosion. Zachary Reed feels that only children can do multiple-choice questions. The ideological and moral education class in junior high school taught us: Grasp both hands, and both hands must be strong.

At 18 years old, Hikaru Sano is a published novelist on the brink of a breakdown. Struggling with deadlines, a writer’s block that feels more like a writer’s mountain, and a growing pile of unpaid bills, Hikaru’s life is spiraling out of control. That is, until he’s forced to hire an assistant—Miyuki Hoshino, a no-nonsense college freshman who dreams of something more than just being another cog in the system. Miyuki is organized, sarcastic, and the complete opposite of Hikaru. She walks in ready to help him get his life together—if only he’d get his act together long enough for that to happen. Between surviving last-minute rewrites, chaotic deadlines, and an editor who could break a man just by typing in all caps, they find themselves stuck in an unlikely partnership. As the two spend late nights working together, an undeniable connection begins to form. But there’s a problem: both Hikaru and Miyuki are too shy, too awkward, and way too stubborn to admit their growing feelings. Add in some dark humor, a touch of romance, and a lot of writer’s angst, and you get a comedic ride through the unpredictable world of book deadlines, creativity, and finding love where you least expect it—between the lines.

This story unfolds with a teenage boy who finds himself transmigrated to another world, confused by his current situation he steels himself and moves forward with his new companions to uncover why he was summoned to this new world and it’s mysteries on his journey to the lands beyond.

Reincarnated into the body of a poisoned magic school professor, Noah is given more than just a second chance at life. Every time he dies, his body reforms. With infinite variations of runic magic to discover and with death as a painful soul wound rather than a final end, Noah finally has a chance to wander the lands of the living once again. And this time, he plans to get strong enough to make sure that he never has to wait around in the afterlife again.

Jareth had been struggling with insomnia for days, plagued by strange, recurring dreams that left him unsettled. Hoping to escape the relentless unease, he decided to drink with his friends, seeking temporary relief from the inexplicable visions haunting his nights. That evening, he returned home intoxicated—only to experience a dream unlike any before. Meanwhile, Stefan awoke with a disorienting sensation, as if he were no longer himself. Fragments of unfamiliar memories flooded his mind—memories of a man named Jareth, who had lived in a world vastly different from his own. A world without magic. A world where technology reigned instead of arcane power. The realization shook him to his core. At first, Stefan was troubled, unable to comprehend how or why these memories had become part of him. Was it a curse? A trick? Or something far more complex? But as he began to process Jareth’s knowledge and experiences, he discovered that this strange phenomenon might not be entirely a misfortune. In fact, it could be the key to overcoming the struggles he currently faced. Yet, as he unraveled the mystery of his dual existence, one question loomed over him—was he truly Stefan with Jareth’s memories, or was he Jareth trapped in Stefan’s body?

Between the Pages In the quiet corners of a small bookstore, a boy and a girl cross paths among the worn pages of forgotten stories. He’s a dreamer, searching for an escape. She’s a mystery, drawn to the books as if they hold a secret only she can read. As their connection deepens through whispered conversations and shared stories, the boy begins to feel like he’s found something real—something lasting. But the closer he gets, the more he realizes that some stories don’t end the way you expect. Because the girl he’s falling for might not be able to stay. And the truth waiting between the pages will change everything.

Ash Burn was just an ordinary gamer—an orphan scraping by in the real world—until he accomplished the impossible: beating the hardest VR game ever created, Apocalypse Online. But instead of the promised riches, he’s thrown into another world—one eerily familiar. It doesn’t take long for Ash to realize where he is: the chaotic, doomed universe of Heaven’s Favorite: Wrath of Gods, a novel he once read. Worse, he’s not the protagonist or even a supporting character. He’s just an extra. Armed with fragmented knowledge of the future, an unyielding will to survive, and the secrets of the Runes—mysterious power coveted by gods and demons alike—Ash must outmaneuver a reckless hero, power-hungry angels, and an inevitable war that threatens to consume everything. But as he treads the fine line between altering fate and unleashing chaos, he begins to realize something chilling: the endgame may not be as simple as he thought. In a world where survival hinges on power and cunning, can an ordinary extra change the fate of an entire world, or will he become just another casualty of destiny? Was he ever just an extra to begin with? Note: The image on the cover is not mine. *** Bonus Chapters Unlock System: 20 Power Stones = 1 Extra Chapter 20 Collections = 1 Extra Chapter 5 Reviews = 1 Extra Chapter This book is also available on Royal Road (RR) and Tapas. Patreon Page: patreon.com/The_Last_Paragon Discord: https://discord.gg/rJKJNav2

Kaido is a young boy living in a world filled with darkness and internal struggles. His life is suddenly turned upside down when his mother falls ill and passes away, leaving him to face overwhelming sorrow and inner destruction. As he tries to understand the cause of his loss, he discovers that there are hidden forces watching over his life—forces connected to the world of demons, which lurk behind everything. At a crucial moment, he meets a mysterious figure who leads him to confront the terrifying truths about his past and the fate that awaits him.

A young boy awakens in the ashes of a destroyed village, marked by a mysterious glowing rune on his abdomen. He has no memory of how he survived a ritual sacrifice gone wrong, only haunting flashes of hooded figures and searing pain. Forced to flee through fields of ash and ruin, he soon realizes his body is now younger, weaker, and marred by unearthly power.

After nearly a decade after one fatal night, Luna finds herself secluded through life, trying to find her long lost twin sister. Not knowing if she's even alive, she works part-time after school to save enough money to one day go out and search the country for her. That is until one fateful night after work, she stumbles upon one of her classmates being harassed by some strangers. Seeing no one else helping, she decides to help, but little did she know that that's when her life began to change.

A young boy transmigrated into a runic world where the foundation of everything starts with runes and ends with runes, with a special ability: merge. In this magical world, he was left in a lonesome plateau region where he had to deal with his very situation—starvation, which was the cause of death for the original owner. With his new ability, merge, how would he conceive his path? Would he rise as a runic warrior, runic laborer, runic support, or rune producer? This fascinating new world enticed him, but it also carried a deep hidden thorn that one had to traverse. How would he traverse his journey?

Ayumi Tanaka, a gentle university student with a hearing impairment, has always found comfort in her quiet world. While others rush through life, Ayumi cherishes small moments — the texture of sunlight through windows, the comfort of familiar routines, and the unspoken bonds with her few close friends. Her world expands when she meets Kaito Mori, a multilingual exchange student with a natural gift for connecting with people across cultures and languages. Fascinated by her world of silence and subtle expression, Kaito becomes determined to understand Ayumi — not just through words, but through touch, gesture, and heart. As their friendship blossoms into something deeper, Ayumi and Kaito navigate misunderstandings, personal insecurities, and the challenges of bridging two very different worlds — proving that love doesn’t always need sound to be heard.

In the land of Aniland where magic and mystery lies Meet Essien the last,weakest and unacknowledged child of King Ishmael who finds himself on the battle field with the enemy closing in on him He watch as the blade aimed for his chest came closer and closer Deep down he knew it was a losing battle how could an army of a few thousands defeat millions, he knew it was a setup so he will die in battle he closed his eyes angry and not ready to accept his fate only to open his palm and release a power he never felt before surrounded by a purple aura he open his eyes in disbelief to see and obliterated battle field and turned to his soldiers who looked back at him in horror Who would believe that the weakest prince in the palace can destroy a whole army of million And Emelia the mother of Essien who was secretly pregnant for Eon the God of all creatures before marrying Ishmael Will Essien uncover the mystery behind his change in abilities will he be able to defend against the enemies he will face or will he die before that?

At the meager age of 27, a young man lost his life in an unfortunate accident but by the mischievous tides of fate, he was a given a second chance at life in a world of swords and magic. With the goal to conquer the great labyrinths and explore the vast world, a legendary adventurer will be born in the lands of Merusia. This is the story of the man who was once named Matteo Alcantara, as he enjoys his new life in a world of fantasy and adventures as Grey Silverdrake. A sweet, sour, and slow slice of life with hints of adventure, romance, and cooking! A second life he's always dreamed of with novel and friendly encounters! The adventure of a lifetime! Disclaimer: This work is a reboot of my previous work titled "Gokaiku", so don't report it or something because of the similarities.

In a world ruled by the elements, where everyone is born with a natural ability that determines their fate, Dante is an exception… a boy without an element, a mere shadow in a world that does not recognize the weak. Yet he harbors an impossible ambition in his heart—to become the ruler of Gort, not for power or glory, but to atone for a sin that haunts him like an inevitable fate. But in a land teeming with kings and warriors, where destinies are written in fire and blood, can a man without an element create his own legend? And will his dream be his salvation… or the beginning of his descent into an inescapable abyss?

As the last of the mist was expelled from her lips the man holding onto her stiffened further. He could only watch on helplessly as her silver eyes that used to glower at him with disdain slowly dim. His hands quiver out of despair and helplessness. "Wang Lan Biyu, keep your eyes on me. Do not fade away yet, do you hear me? I don't permit you to die!" The woman's pale face splashed with bits of blood rose into a weak disdainful smile. "You-*gasp..still want *gasp to act better than me..in the end*cough-" His eyes redden as another splash of red covers her pale lips. "Lan Biyu..." "-Chuanli*cough my guqin from master,...you hold onto it for me...ok?" Her last sentence was a faint weak whisper before her eyes flutter close shaking his heart and rattling his mind. "Lan Biyu!" ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ -Please be civilized and don't steal my cover as your own.

Ray was one of humanity’s strongest hunters, a seasoned warrior who had survived countless battles. At 67 years old, he finally stood victorious over the greatest monster the Earth had ever witnessed, but at a heavy cost—his entire team was dead, and only one of his teammates remained. But when the two of them thought it was finally over, a red-haired nightmare arrived... In his final moments, facing an overwhelming being that called itself an "Immortal," Ray had no regrets. But instead of dying, he found himself back in his 14-year-old body—one year before dungeons first appeared on Earth. Armed with knowledge of the future and years of experience, Ray wastes no time. He isolates himself from the world, dedicating every second to training. This time, he won’t make the same mistakes. He will forge his body into a weapon, preparing for the disaster to come. But fate won’t make things easy. As the world heads toward destruction, Ray must rise faster than ever. Because when the dungeons appear, so will his enemies—both old and new. And this time, he will be ready. But, [ Ding! Initiating Awakening... ...Successful! New Skill acquired! Skill: [Dimensional Leap] Destination: Dark Lands ] "Huh? Where is [Blink]? --- This is my first original novel, so please read it with an open mind. This novel might not be up to your taste. But I'll keep trying as hard as I can to make your experience entertaining as much as possible. I am always open to any suggestions. It doesn't contain any harem or 18+ content. So, I apologize for no lemons, guys. And it might contain some bloody scenes, thoroughly described. So, you have been warned. So, just read and enjoy~... --- The book cover is AI-generated, so yes, it's completely mine.

Genres: Supernatural, Slice of Life, Action, Romance, Comedy. Sawyer West Reid, an aspiring doctor, was just trying to survive his night shift when an A-class witch attacked him. Instead of meeting his end, he was rescued by a mysterious Hunter—and thrust into a hidden world where magic, monsters, and cosmic forces collide. Now, Sawyer is forced into an entirely new role: Enforcer, a mediator between humans, supernaturals, and alien races from beyond. Haunted by echoes of countless past lives and caught in the delicate balance between realms, Sawyer’s journey is anything but ordinary. Pursued by a murderous eight-foot-tall pale creature with crimson eyes and tasked with closing a mysterious gate torn open by an unknown force, saving the universe was never in his five-year plan. In a universe governed by ancient laws, hidden dimensions, and cosmic threats (not to mention some truly baffling alien beverage etiquette), Sawyer quickly learns that survival will require more than medical skills and a lot of coffee. I began writing this story to craft a supernatural world filled with witches, werewolves, gods, monsters, and everything in between—told from the very beginning with an eye for the intricate universal laws that bind it all. What started as a spark of inspiration has grown into an ever-expanding adventure that I hope will captivate you as much as it does me. Thank you for joining me on this wild ride. I’m having a lot of fun, and I hope you will too! Note: This story contains violence and dark themes and is intended for an adult audience. Updates: Tuesdays and Sundays (West Africa Time). Occasional breaks may occur to catch up with the storyline and refine chapters.

In a world of secrets, revenge, and forced alliances, Anastasia Vale finds herself bound by a contract that promises her future to a man she doesn’t know. Caden Aurelius Voltaire-Falkner is cold, calculating, and carries a deadly secret, one that ties him to Ana’s past in ways she can’t yet understand. As their lives collide, Ana must navigate the shadows of a marriage she never wanted, while Caden plays a dangerous game with her heart—one that may cost them both everything.

Mortallia—a world born and destroyed by war in an endless cycle. With the rise of magic, countless conflicts erupted as people pursued power. In the end, a group known as the 'Gladiators' emerged to protect the people and restore peace to this decaying world. However, years ago, all the original members suddenly disappeared, leaving the world to fend for itself once more. Yet, a new group chose to take up the mantle left by the heroes of the past, striving to bring peace once again to a world plagued by conflict. Can Arthur, a 16-year-old boy, achieve his goal of making a difference in this conflict, or will he become just another forgotten figure like so many before him?

[WARNING: Gorey content] Waking up in the middle of a zombie apocalypse is bad. Not knowing where she is or how she got there is even worse. Not knowing who she is takes the cake. When Zero comes to Serenity's rescue, she struggles to understand the situation the world is in. Not to mention she suspects he's hiding a lot more than he lets on. Cover is owned by me and created by JV Arts

What happens when a man gets transported into a foreign world filled with magic? Will his knowledge in hardware technology help him out after he discovers its correlation to the words of power? How will he fit in with the other noble houses as the lowly 4th son? How will his story play out in a world where skills and stats equal power and status?

A young girl, a victim of an interdimensional war gets taken in by a warlord. She grows up on a strange planet and ends up becoming what she always dreaded. One day she realises what she has become.... Do you think it's too late for her to change?

Mother Earth is healing herself. In the 20th and 21st centuries, the World is engulfed in two major wars between mankind. Survivors migrated massively to war-free places, but the impact was still felt there. Bacteria, viruses, radiation, and mutated creatures continue to erode the human population. But humans continue to develop science in search of new planets. A group of scientists discovered a planet similar to the Earth called Valkan. Hoping to communicate, they created a tool called SOULS that can connect the soul of its users to distant places. Adrien Adrestia, a prince of the Kingdom of Arestiana gets the "Grace" of connecting with the earthlings. However, it turns out that he is connected to a serial killer inmate coded Zero. An ideological battle took place in his head. Not only that, the threat of war from enemy kingdoms and earth colonies continues to heat up. Will Adrien and Zero try to stop that? Or are they fighting for bodies? note: (A Low Fantasy Medieval and Futuristic Post-Apocalypse Hybrid)

In a city veiled in oil-stained mist and the dim glow of gaslight, where the grind of steel and the hiss of steam never cease, a man awakens in a body that is not his own. Victor Holloway, an ordinary man from Earth, now walks in the skin of Elias Vayne—a detective whose reputation is built more on deception than achievements, a man who was just murdered for reasons unknown. With fractured memories and an identity that doesn’t quite fit, Victor is drawn into a case stranger than anything he has ever encountered. A murder wiped from existence, with witnesses who speak only in riddles. Yet in this world of secrets and shifting allegiances, greater powers loom beyond mortal schemes. The Churches of the Four Original Gods—ancient institutions of faith, influence, and hidden agendas—watch the game unfold, sometimes as allies, sometimes as immovable obstacles. The deeper he delves, the more he realizes—this world is nothing but a stage, where truth is fluid, and masks are worn by all. There are no certainties, no absolutes, only the game he must now play. Beneath the blackened rain, the whisper of turning gears, and the ever-present haze of smoke, Victor Holloway must embrace the role thrust upon him. A Detective. A Victim. A Liar. A Saviour. A Pactmaker. This is a tale woven from lies and deception. The tale of a Trickster.