Tomes And Tribulations

Read the first chapter. Maybe you will like it. ;)

Weakness is a prison. The book is the key. But every power has a price written in blood. Park Jin-ho knows what it means to be invisible. Orphaned, bullied, and forged in the cold silence of a world that’s forgotten him, he’s mastered the art of survival: keep your head down, your fists clenched, and your hopes buried. But when a strange, ancient tome appears in a dusty bookstore’s shadows—its pages blank to everyone but him—Jin-ho’s life fractures. The book adapts. Need to fight? It teaches him taekwondo with flawless precision. Need to escape? It sharpens his senses into blades. Skills pour into his mind like water, transforming his frail body and frayed confidence into something dangerous. Something unrecognizable. Yet with every skill learned, the book’s cryptic warnings grow darker. Hostile presence detected. Threat level: Unknown. But Jin-ho isn’t the only one hunting power. As he claws his way from prey to predator, shadowed figures stalk the edges of his life—men who move like ghosts, whose eyes gleam with unnatural hunger. They want the tome. And they’ll carve through anyone, even a broken boy turned weapon, to claim it. In a world where power is a curse dressed as salvation, Jin-ho must decide: Is mastering every skill worth losing himself? Or will the book’s final lesson be his death? Perfect for fans of Solo Leveling and Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint, this dark, adrenaline-fueled saga explores: A protagonist who evolves from vulnerable underdog to calculating force. A ruthless "system" that gifts power at a hidden cost. A hidden world of ancient forces and modern predators. The thin line between becoming a hero… or a monster. Start reading now—before the book chooses someone else.

In *Blood and Arcane*, the world of New Altera thrives on two primal forces: **Blood** and **Arcane**. Blood symbolizes the essence of life, tied to the powerful Monari and their descendants, the Monari-Kai. Through the infusion of Monari blood, humans can enhance their strength and abilities, creating **Blood Hunters**—warriors who possess the raw, primal power of Monari beasts. These Blood Hunters are humanity's protectors, defending them from the dangerous creatures that roam the land. However, the process is fraught with danger, as only a rare few possess the compatibility to withstand Monari blood without losing control to its savage instincts. **Arcane**, on the other hand, embodies the mystical gifts granted by the goddesses, such as elemental control, telekinesis, healing, and gravity manipulation. Those blessed with Arcane powers are marked by the Goddess Althara and must learn to wield their gifts with discipline and precision. Together, Blood and Arcane form the backbone of New Altera, where warriors, known as Blood Hunters, and gifted individuals face the challenges of a world teeming with legendary beasts, deadly magic, and ever-present danger. In this land, survival hinges on mastering the balance between raw physical might and the arcane forces that shape reality.

A fierce knight’s promise. A princess’s shame. A fate rewritten in blood. Kane, the realm's mightiest knight, dies on the battlefield, her heart heavy with the unshakeable belief that her beloved Tarsia is still by her side. As darkness takes her, a mysterious system offers her a second chance at love—an opportunity she seizes with fervor. But when the truth unravels, Kane discovers that Tarsia left her to die. Shattered by the revelation, Kane vows to rewrite their destinies, swearing this time their fates will be swapped. Now aligned with the enemy, she embraces her newfound power, will Kane reclaim her lost happiness, or will her quest for revenge consume her?

The night the stars died, Upon the skies darkest time, God lay herself to pass in a crypt. And from her fear, born Of hatred and revenge, God's body became a being of apocalypse. Two siblings were created in God's final moments- One Who Remembered, and One Who Didn't. They had a rivalry, as most siblings do, as their existence relied upon the others eventual demise. The One Who Remembered stayed upon their Mothers Burial Grounds, and The One Who Did Not was taken far away. But when the pair unknowingly reunite, The One Who Remembers goes by a new name, and The One Who Does Not has lied about their own. When God died, she created fear. Now, that fear has a form, and is more then ready to resurrect her. Even at the cost of the very Planet that births their bones in the first place. Content- Necromancy Religious Trauma Religious Brainwashing Dead children Dead brothel workers and a dragon. (I actually Painted the cover myself while on holiday from uni! Acrylic on Canvas, very fun!) (Will get back to writing over the weekend!)

KINGDOM(EARTH) HEARTS(WATER) 3(LIGHT) MEMORY(TIME) ARCHIVE(TIME+EARTH) 5(FAMILY) DARKNESS Organization 13's true goal is to divide Xehanort's heart among 13 vessels; 13 Xehanorts, what is? The Real Organization 13; now Master Xehanort has warned of a 3rd attempt to start his War; All of this was decided. My 12 selves would welcome me here on this day when I would return as a complete person. It is the future that lies beyond my sight. Let us finish this at the Fated Place when your Lights and my Darknesses have joined together. Even Time itself cannot contain Xehanort's ambitions. 7 Lights; 13 Darknesses; The End is coming.

Following a less than ideal life and a harrowing death, the protagonist finds himself in the presence of a God, offering him a customized reincarnation into a world of his choosing, with his memories intact He decides to reincarnate into a world of Magic and Monsters, intrigued by the notion of being able to use fantastical powers that did not exist in his previous world Having grown up in a stifling high society and unloving family environment in his previous life, he chooses to reincarnate into a more simple life, opting to be a Commoner instead of a Noble, despite the oppressive class system present in the world of his reincarnation Following a detailed customization of the powers he chooses to acquire, he reincarnates into a peaceful, loving family in this new world, with the name Larrk Stryker, in a small village well away from Noble society While Larrk's fascination with Magic and the other powers he possesses in this world, along with the desire to be able to protect himself against any threat that might arise, drives him to master these abilities, all he really wants is a nice, peaceful life, one that's free of any strife or tragedy But whether or not such a life can be achieved in this world, remains to be seen, as the countless unfamiliar elements of this strange new world only give rise to countless more possibilities, both good and bad...

How far would you go for love? The blazing sun and the roaring seas, light echoing through space and the endless depth of the ocean, two sisters who are alike and completely different. Cecilia, who was taken as a baby, the light of the empire and the beloved of all those around her, including Audrey. The child born in the aftermath of her sister's disappearance, who was never loved, who was abandoned and neglected, whose heart slowly closes itself off into the darkness. Will Cecilia bring Audrey into the light before it's too late? Will the bond between sisters prevent the downfall of a kingdom? Can someone be saved after they died?

When it came to handling life, Hazel was a PRO! But...well there's ALWAYS A BUT! When it comes to a certain topic, she was CLUELESS! And the topic was Chris! Christopher Finch, her new BOSS! Nah! This isn't one of the boss-secretary love stories....this one's DIFFERENT! -------------------------------------------------------- Six years ago, he was her college senior! He turned down her proposal in their college cafeteria. Six years later, he's back as her new boss! All these years, she was holding onto an invisible ray of hope and now, it finally shined! So, Happy Ending...? Not Really! -------------------------------------------------------- 'He's married now?' she asked in shock as she witnessed his kids walking out of his office. Six Years of waiting and life gifted her Heartbreak! Again! Let bygones be bygones, she decided to move on! Is it really that easy? Well...she had to try. We all had to...at some point! -------------------------------------------------------- 'What could possibly go wrong now?' she asked confidently. And that's when life decided to unveil the answers to her long lost questions...even questions she didn't know she had. The major things she failed to notice...were finally disclosed! After all there was more to Chris than she knew and imagined! Till now she was only aware of his love but as she searched farther, she could finally see it all... The tears, the betrayal and the vengeance all of it flaring up inside his cold blue eyes. At least this time, he won't be alone...

A symbol of hope? Don't be foolish, mortal. I am the Terror of Celestials and the scourge of the Earth. Reality trembles for I am the maelstrom that reshapes existence. I am the Angel of Tribulations Sealed away by the goddess Aurora, the soul of the world terror, Chaos, takes over Adrian's body with one sole aim. To destroy the goddess. Also to fulfill Adrian's dying wish,the annihilation of the demon race. Doesn't mean I won't have fun and the stress that comes with schooling in an elite magic academy. So... What's the worst that could possibly happen again, huh? The world will fall at my feet, begging for their lives if they dare to stand before me

Xalrion quien nació en una era de caos, aprenderá sobre lo difícil que es sobrevivir sobre este mundo lleno de caos. En el cual cualquier cosa es un peligro, desde monstruos, plantas, objetos y su misma especie. Un viaje largo y lleno de emociones, deberá entender su poder y como balancear todo el desorden dentro de su ser.

The world's messed up. Monsters started falling from the sky. Flesh-eating creatures that almost wiped out Humanity.But then, people began to awaken strange abilities—Gifts, they called them. Supernatural powers that gave us a fighting chance. With these new abilities, we fought back, and for a while, it seemed like we were winning. Life slowly started to return to something that resembled normal. That is, until the Curses began. No one knows where they came from or why they started, but one thing was clear: they weren’t Gifts. They were something darker, twisted, as if reflecting the worst parts of humanity. People whispered that the Cursed were dangerous, unstable. Some even believed they were monsters in human skin. I used to think having a Gift would be the best thing that could ever happen to me. I dreamed of it, even. Too bad I didn’t get mine until the darkest moment of my life. And it wasn’t a Gift at all. But hey, like I said before, the world’s messed up.

Silver and Shadows In a world where supernatural beings are hunted without mercy, Armand Cain, a dedicated witch hunter, is dispatched to the misty town of Blackthorn to investigate a series of mysterious disappearances. Renowned for his unwavering dedication, Armand anticipates a straightforward mission. Instead, he encounters Celeste, a centuries-old vampire with a haunting beauty and a mysterious tie to Blackthorn’s enigmatic past. When Armand is ambushed by rogue vampires, Celeste intervenes, saving his life and forcing him to question the beliefs that have defined his purpose. Bound by a reluctant alliance, the hunter and the hunted join forces to unravel the dark forces behind the town’s turmoil. As they delve deeper, an undeniable connection blossoms, challenging their loyalties and blurring the line between duty and desire. Caught in a web of intrigue and danger, Armand grapples with his oath to destroy beings like Celeste, while she battles her own instincts to protect him. As a shadowy power threatens to destroy their fragile trust and the peace of Blackthorn, they must confront their deepest fears and decide whether their love is worth defying everything they’ve ever known or if it is doomed to end in tragedy.

Tang Xiu, the unrivaled supreme of the Immortal World, fell during his heavenly tribulation. His efforts to ascend beyond mortality ended in his death, his soul scattered amidst the heavens. Yet, instead of complete annihilation, he awakens in his teenage body—an ordinary high school student on modern Earth. To his disbelief, the world he now inhabits is devoid of spiritual energy, a barren land where cultivation is thought to be myth. Martial arts clans and powerful families dominate society, their influence stemming from diluted remnants of ancient cultivation techniques. Armed with ten thousand years of cultivation knowledge, Tang Xiu finds himself struggling against the limitations of Earth’s scarce qi. But he refuses to give up. With his unparalleled understanding, he discovers new ways to cultivate, unlocking hidden paths to regain his strength. As Tang Xiu navigates the web of clan rivalries, societal pressures, and secrets hidden within Earth’s martial arts world, he begins a relentless journey to ascend once more. He must rise from nothing, protect his loved ones, and reclaim his place in the Immortal World—this time stronger and wiser. In a world of hidden dangers and declining power, Tang Xiu will prove that even in a land without qi, a true Immortal cannot be stopped.

Being born from a pauper parents who are also greedy enough to sell off his sister to the Town bully, Ji Wei forcefully took the initiative to become the first flawless thief his village has ever known. Just to save up to the amount needed to elope with his sis, becomes a thief, met a repulsive yet charming lady from Shanghai, a place almost to the similar to his dream city Beijing. After spending the night with her, the lady helps him leave his countryside with his sister, also giving him an apartment keycard which she said would be less stressful for them to cope without a roof over their head. Falling in love with her after shoving all the feelings he had , because, the lady in question is 6 years older than he was and being reminded countless times he has heard that from. funny enough, the repulsive lady, couldn't let him date another while having always, claiming it's nothing out of love.

Are Werewolves and Vampires real? Liam an ordinary university student suddenly had his view of the world shattered within 24 hours. His cherished grandmother was killed right in front of him by a monster. His best friend suddenly became a Vampire and nearly killed him due to the insatiable hunger of blood. In search for revenge, Liam discovers that he was a "Spec" - People with extraordinary abilities. When he tried to discover what he really was, he discovers that he had a split of himself living inside of him. A stubborn monster child that has his looks. "I spawned in a brainless human." The baby said shortly after he came to being. Trust me, the thrill is worth it!

In the ancient kingdom of Elaria, torn apart by political unrest and shadowy forces, a resilient young warrior, Lyra, emerges as an unlikely hero. Born into a humble family and driven by a deep sense of justice, Lyra discovers a mysterious golden crown hidden within her family's legacy. The crown holds secrets of a long-forgotten power, one that could reunite the fractured kingdom or destroy it entirely. With unwavering courage and the help of loyal allies—including Kael, a battle-hardened soldier, and Arin, a brilliant strategist—Lyra embarks on a perilous journey to reclaim Elaria's future. As she battles treachery, forbidden magic, and the doubts within her own heart, Lyra must prove that true strength lies not in the power of a crown, but in the courage to lead. Courage and Crown is an epic tale of resilience, sacrifice, and the enduring fight for unity and freedom, led by a fearless woman who defies the odds.

When the Heaven Spirits descended, all that bore witness thought of it as a blessing. Only those that survived knew that it was a curse, shackles in place to monitor all beings within Heaven's Code, limits imposed to suppress all beings. Sheng Tian, who's talent transcends even that of the Absolute One, desires to break out of the confines of the Heavenly World and establish his own sanctuary. Will he fall facing the Guardians of the world? Will he stay true to his original intentions? Only time will tell. Operation Revision is underway! I will slowly but surely go back to my earlier chapters and revise them, using the experience I gained to patch up the holes. Any chapter that I have revised will be stated at the bottom in author's thoughts. Current progress: Chapters 1-10

In a world of opulence and treachery, Seo-yeon is torn between two powerful men: for example, the rather enigmatic Joon-woo and, the other hand, frisky and self-sufficing Hyun-soo. when secrets are revealed and people change their allegiances, Seo-yeon needs to play the game and understand who she should pursue and whose man she should steal. is she going to emerge unscathed with all these upheavals or will she sink in the pools of her conflicts?

When 19-year-old leukaemia patient Rose discovers an urn in her father's basement, she's flipped out from believing the ordinary. Her life would have been perfect if she had left in ignorance of the unknown. Out of her curiosity, she had woken him. Emmett, of history, an ancient werewolf who was said to be the last of the three originals. He possessed a strong black magic that threatened the existence of the werewolves, was drugged by his lover, and was burnt alive by the Alpha of their time. His remains were stored in an urn Civilization had come. The history of Emmett had faded. No one believed in werewolves anymore. But Emmett’s ashes remained locked up in an urn. His urn is passed on from the hands of his lover to her last generation as a special art piece. Rose has six months to live, but she's a fighter; she learns more about Emmett while fighting for her life. She felt like she had a purpose she could fulfil in a short-term life. They both set out on a mission that will reveal the hidden things Rose didn't know of. What could be Rose's fate to live past her limited lifetime? What would happen when Emmett finds out who Kayla, his former lover's last blood is?

No woman can resist Damian Cross. Billionaire, seducer, and untouchable, his kisses are a weapon—and he wields them mercilessly. With a single touch, he can unravel even the most guarded hearts. But when he meets Ava Sinclair, everything changes. She’s the first woman to deny him, to look him in the eye and say no. And he’s never wanted anyone more. Ava isn’t like the others. She’s bold, unyielding—and hiding secrets that could destroy him. Sent to expose Damian’s darkest sins, she vows to resist his charm, even as every heated glance and stolen touch threatens to break her resolve. But Damian doesn’t give up. He plays to win. And this time, his prize is her. When one night of passion shatters every rule they swore to keep, Ava is left carrying more than just regret—she’s carrying Damian’s child. Now, trapped between desire and deception, Ava must face the man she betrayed, even as enemies close in and lies unravel. But Damian isn’t ready to let her go. Not when her body still remembers his touch. Not when their future—and their child—hangs in the balance. He’ll burn down his empire to protect her, but some betrayals cut too deep. In a world where secrets are deadly and passion is dangerous, can their love survive the fire—or will it consume them both?

NEVER JUDGE TOO QUICKLY WITHOUT ACCESSING SITUATION TO AVOID LATER REGRETS .

There's a universal saying in life: Roll with whatever it gives ya. Stuck in traffic? Listen to the radio. Spilled your milk? Wipe it up. Accidentally become the adoptive parent to a growing horde of dangerous infant monsters? Become the greatest monster tamer/parent in the whole universe! Wait...what was that last one? Join Jordan "Jordie" Grey as he travels the world of Echidnara with a smart-talking System in his head and a baby minotaur on his back. Will he become the strongest that ever lived? Or will be die trying? Or will he just not give a crap because he has kids to raise?! Let's find out!