Stoned Heart

Forbidden Romance: A witch and werewolf defy ancient enmities, their bond rooted in mutual suffering. Political Undertones: A looming witch-hunter threat forces unlikely alliances. Magical Mechanics: Silver’s role as a weakness and wolfsbane’s paradoxical healing properties. Character Depth: Both protagonists grapple with internal and external battles, blending vulnerability with strength.

PROLOGUE When love and command collide, what will shatter? Megara Smith, seventeen, faces a life irrevocably altered by her mother's betrayal. Not only did her mother abandon their family, but she also stole her father's fortune, leaving him bankrupt. Megara, already wary of the wealthy, finds solace only in her loyal best friend, Nathan Jones, a rare exception who chooses to attend their local community school despite his privileged background. Fate, however, has a cruel twist in store. Uriel Oman Jefferson, the arrogant and irresistibly handsome leader of the popular Zealous boy group, and heir to one of the UK's most powerful families, crosses paths with Megara. Their initial encounter at a local cafe ignites a spark of defiance in her, a spark that Uriel, accustomed to unquestioning obedience, finds infuriatingly captivating. Despite his fervent desire to forget her, destiny intervenes. Megara's academic brilliance earns her a scholarship to Royal Von High, Uriel's own exclusive domain. The unexpected reunion fuels his resentment, and he vows to expel her. But his attempts to sabotage her only draw them closer, a dangerous dance of attraction and animosity. Complicating matters is Hugo Arnold, the compassionate seventh grandson of the Arnold dynasty. He harbors a secret affection for Megara and desperately pleads with Uriel to abandon his vendetta. As Hugo forges a brotherly bond with Megara, his jealousy intensifies, threatening his friendship with Uriel. Will Hugo succumb to the bitterness brewing within him, or will he rise above his envy? This is a tale of love and betrayal, of fame and revenge, and ultimately, of the transformative power of empathy and forgiveness.

Six strangers wake up in a labyrinthine city of stone, surrounded by towering, silent gray structures. They don’t know why they’re here. They remember nothing… except the outside world, like a distant, unreachable memory. At the center of a plaza, a screen dictates tasks in exchange for food and supplies. But at night, the rules change—red lights flicker on, and turrets shoot down anyone who dares to move. Escape seems impossible. Yet, the city shifts. Towers vanish. Bridges appear without reason. And something—or someone—is watching them. Their only option? Survive. But at what cost?

Leon Russo. The 30th mafia man. Italian. Influential, tough, possessive, but when it comes to her.. When I first saw her in that damn club and the way she sang... My heart broke into a thousand pieces. Anastasia... You will be mine. You're already mine.

In the dark, tech nfused city of Neo-Kaos, mercenary Dante "Ash" Ryder is hired to find Lila, a mysterious woman with dangerous powers. But as he digs deeper, Dante uncovers a hidden world beneath the city's streets—a labyrinth of ancient catacombs where forgotten horrors stir. As dark creatures and twisted forces begin to awaken, Dante must confront not only the city's deepest secrets but his own buried past. With Lila’s powers and a cursed blade in hand, he races against time to stop an ancient force from consuming everything. In Neo-Kaos, survival means facing the darkness inside and out.

When a deadly plague turns the dead into horrifying monsters, Lenz—a fighter hardened by loss—must lead his friends through a world where every choice could mean life or death. But as the infected close in and trust erodes, Lenz is forced to confront the darkest parts of himself even if it means leaving others behind. In a crumbling world where humanity’s worst instincts are laid bare, Lenz must decide what he’s willing to sacrifice—and who he’s willing to become—to protect the few he has left.

A long time ago the gods made the world, it's filled with magic and unruly beasts. One of these beasts and the last of it's kind Ivy a frost fox. She must escape the hands of the greedy flesh bags and hopefully find a way the revert the near extension of her kind. "In the distance, I hear an icy wail... The frost maiden calls, thy nine tails as cold as ice and as white as snow. She shall answer with her hopeless cry."

Moren Ravenheart has always longed to escape the gilded cage of her noble upbringing in Stormhaven. The sole heiress to a powerful family, her parents view her as a pawn in their ruthless quest for wealth and influence. With her city at the crossroads of magic and steam-powered innovation, Moren secretly prepares for a new life of freedom, gathering supplies and dreaming of adventures far from the politics of the Menagerie Coast. When she discovers her parents’ latest betrayal—a marriage contract that would bind her to the city’s leader—Moren’s desperation leads her to an unexpected ally: a powerful Fey who offers her extraordinary abilities in exchange for a favor in the distant city of White Stone. Armed with new powers and a fierce determination, Moren flees Stormhaven aboard an airship to Vey’Lathis, hoping to forge her own destiny. But Whitestone is a city shrouded in mystery, where shadows linger and danger lurks behind every corner. As Moren navigates her new life, she finds herself drawn to an enigmatic ally with secrets of their own, even as she uncovers a conspiracy that threatens the very heart of the city. With her past catching up to her and the Fey’s bargain looming, Moren must decide how far she’s willing to go to claim her freedom—and whether love can survive in a world full of lies and peril.

ANNOUNCEMENT TO ALL READERS OF SACRED STONE: THE RISE OF ATHAVAN Dear readers, Thank you for following and supporting Sacred Stone: The Rise of Athavan. Your love for this story has meant the world—and it’s what pushed me to take it to the next level. After months of rewriting, refining, and reimagining, I’ve decided to relaunch the novel under a new title and upgraded vision. The new version features: Stronger world-building Sharper pacing Deeper mythological integration And a more intense, emotionally driven version of Athavan's journey The story is now titled: I SHALL WRITE MY OWN DESTINY Published under my new official author profile: D Tale Studio Check out the latest version here: [https://www.webnovel.com/book/32273732408397905] This isn't just an edit—it’s a rebirth. The prophecy may have changed, but the anomaly still rises. Thank you again for being part of the original journey. I invite you now to experience it as it was always meant to be told. With respect and renewed fire, – D Tale Studio

On the night of her mother’s death, Emma Stone receives five mysterious stones, each carrying a secret power. But before she can uncover their true purpose, dark forces hunt her down. A charming yet dangerous man, Caelum, offers to protect her—but can she trust him? As betrayal looms and the fate of the world hangs in the balance, Emma must master the stones before they fall into the wrong hands. Will she emerge victorious, or will love become her downfall?

In a war-torn kingdom desperate for salvation, scholar Amara Solis joins a perilous expedition to the Firelands, a treacherous wasteland where ancient fire creatures believed to exist. Fueled by her passion for uncovering lost truths, Amara seeks answers buried in the ashes of history. But when she encounters the Fireborn, a sentient being of living flame, her journey takes an unexpected turn. Drawn into a web of ancient mysteries, Amara’s curiosity becomes obsession, and the line between hunter and ally begins to blur. As the secrets of the Firelands unravel.

The Stone Mask is an action-packed dark fantasy set in a world where strength rules and the weak are crushed. Katsu Blazewood, a rising Ranker with fire-based abilities, dreams of climbing the ranks and proving his worth. Under the guidance of the ruthless Simon Shepard, he faces deadly trials, powerful adversaries, and the harsh truth of what it means to be a Ranker. But when the government launches a brutal invasion in search of a legendary artifact—the Stone Mask—Katsu is thrust into a war far greater than himself. The Stone Mask is said to hold unimaginable power, a relic from a forgotten era that could reshape the balance of the world. But as Katsu uncovers the dark secrets behind it, he begins to question everything: Who truly controls the Rankers? What does it mean to wield power? And most of all—what will he become if he survives?

In the year 2050 a virus wiped out over 70% of the animal population. The virus known as the Beast Breaker-17 or BB-17 had caused a huge imbalance in the ecosystem which could possibly lead to crisis for the humans. Scientists decided to study it but during one study a person came in contact with an animal who died by the virus body and the first known human infection was recorded. The human changed into a monstrous being known as a 'Beast' who's only desire was to kill and feast on the flesh of humans. More Beasts started appearing worldwide causing panic and resulting in the death if half the human race. All hope seemed lost until a group of Beasts known as 'Morphs' came to the humans aid. Morphs unlike Beasts retained their intellect and had improved abilities with their power they were able to fend off the Beasts. In order to prevent anarchy from taking hold the humans created seven major clans, each ruled by a morph, those who refused to join a clan where known as outcasts. Peace reigned for some time and wildlife started returning to the earth but what else does Faith have install for the earth? ****************************************************** Author's note: Thank you for reading the synopsis, I know I may not be a great writer but please give my book a chance I really want to share this with you all. Feedback is duly appreciated

A teen love story. The orphan Fred is a savage yet sensible individual. He never imagined that he would fall in love with anyone, much less a young girl like Lynn, and he certainly never imagined that he would love her despite all the shortcomings.

Swapped to Marry the Trash Prince—All I Wanted Was Vengeance, But My Heart Betrayed Me. I was never meant to be a bride. On the battlefield, they called me Wraith—the undefeated knight, the terror of war. No one knew I was a woman, and I intended to keep it that way. Then came the letter. My noble mother—the woman who never wanted me—summoned me back, not out of love, but to blackmail me. My perfect, legitimate half-sister had fled her arranged marriage to the Trash Prince, and to protect the family’s honor, I must take her place. Fine. Let them believe I’m a fragile noblewoman. Let them think they’ve trapped me. When the time comes, I will destroy everything. But I never expected him. The prince I thought was useless hides sharp eyes and sharper secrets. He fights like a man who has seen war. He looks at me like he already knows who I really am. I came here for revenge. Not for love. So why does my heart hesitate? He is my husband. My enemy. The only man who might truly understand me.

Jordan, a man thrown into an unforgiving world, must learn to adapt and survive against creatures far beyond what he’s ever known. Armed with a mysterious, evolving knife, he discovers that every battle, every creature slain, pushes him closer to a strength he never imagined. With each core he collects, his knife grows stronger, and so does he. But as his power increases, so do the dangers lurking in the shadows. Goblins, slimes, and worse stand between him and his only hope: understanding the truth behind his transformation. As the mark on his chest spreads, and his connection to the knife deepens, Jordan’s survival instincts are tested like never before. In this brutal world, can he master the power within him, or will the cycle of violence break him before he finds his answers?

One day, while I was attending college abroad, I picked up a stone that could make me a woman at will. ... this Is a translation. Advance chapters on my patreon Patreon(.)com/EroNovel25

Artie had lived her whole life feeling like a joke. Whether it came to her full name, her parents ‘abandoning’ her and her next door neighbours taking her in, or finding out that her lover was part of a cult and was cheating on her. Said lover then stabbed her. It felt like she just couldn’t catch a break. So when she found herself in a puddle of her own blood, staring up at a fake painted sky, she could only find humour in the situation, and prayed that the next life was kinder. Only she woke up. In the same body, with the same stab wound, only in a world full of magic, swords, and a dead King Arthur? Yup. The round table existed, the knights existed, and so did everyone of legend that she’d heard about as a child. Only it was the beginning of their tales. Nothing had happened yet, except the formation of Camelot, the crowning of the King, and then the sudden death of the King of Legend, King Arthur Pendragon. She would have thought this was another cruel joke if everyone wasn’t wandering around in mourning clothes. If this was a practical joke, it wasn’t a very funny one. Artie was tired. She’d already spent almost a decade working as a police officer, and then a detective, so she felt like she had earned her peace. Especially after all the shit she’d been put through, but someone had different plans. And Artie’s life wasn’t quite done yet. In fact, it seemed like in the eyes of the creatures of this world, this was where she was always meant to be. The time she spent getting her ass handed to her in the other dimension? Just a warm up. And now she was expected to just…go along with what everyone else wanted her to do? Including magical beings who were responsible for taking her from one dimension to another. Artie felt like she was in over her head, even if there were several concerned, attractive knights around her. She wasn’t sure if she was going to run away from all the new responsibilities, or embrace them. She wasn’t a rule breaker by nature, but maybe now was the time to change?

Alex Walters never expected a simple trip to gather herbs to change his life forever. When he stumbles upon a girl, Samantha Rogers, being attacked by a wolf in the woods, his instincts push him to save her. What starts as an act of bravery soon turns into an unspoken connection—one that neither of them can fully understand yet. As Alex brings Sam home to safety, he finds himself drawn to her in a way he's never felt before. But with her overprotective father and an uncertain future ahead, their paths seem destined to part. Yet, as Sam secretly vows to wait for Alex’s return, both are left wondering—was their meeting just chance, or the beginning of something far greater? In a world where fate weaves unpredictable paths, will Alex and Sam find their way back to each other? Or will destiny have different plans?

After years of enduring a hollow existence, Ryoto never expected to find solace in the one person he thought was lost forever—his childhood friend. As she rekindles the warmth he had long forgotten, love begins to mend the fractures of his past. But fate is never kind to those who seek peace. In a world that never stops taking, can their love withstand the weight of destiny, or is the light they’ve found doomed to fade once more?

A collection of super short stories covering different genres with poems attached -more of poems also- - Just choose teen to fill out the genre blank_ - I will update as I get more inspiration - no particular story also, just a little incident to trigger and set the mood of the song⁠ As the title goes, it's a song of heart, some inspired by my emotions at a particular time, life events or random things. -this author loves poems, and this is the first time I will be writing it on another place apart from my book, so it may not be perfect- *Not a trend book* Just something you stumble upon on a random day and add to your library :) —when a heart is relentless.. find the perfect melody for it...

The journey of a ridiculously normal guy to vigilantism. Kayne felt he was unlucky because of the standards he was forced to live with,the expectations he didn't ask for,he just felt like he was out of place until an encounter with a "stone" which eventually helped him in escaping his "world"

Aria’s life takes an unexpected turn when her mother marries a billionaire, thrusting her into a world of wealth and privilege she never asked for. But nothing is more unsettling than her new stepbrother, Ethan—arrogant, reckless, and impossibly charming. They aren’t blood, but they might as well be. The world sees them as siblings, bound by a family that isn’t truly theirs. Aria knows the rules. She knows what’s right. But every stolen glance, every lingering touch, and every whispered word between them pulls her deeper into a love that should never exist. The problem with forbidden love? Once the line is crossed, there’s no turning back.

Two friends. One mysterious 'System'. A second chance at life. Adrian and Marcus never expected to die young. Yet, when they awaken in a cosmic void, a voice gives them a compensation deal: reincarnation in a brand-new world, with their memories and sense of being intact. Given a finite pool of Karmic Points, they must carefully choose their advantages, their starting position, and even the world itself where they will be reborn. Adrian—ever the strategist—opts for long-term gain, while Marcus, impulsive and bold, just craves excitement. Together, they make a fateful decision: they will be reborn as a minor noble brothers in the Azura Federation, a land of shifting allegiances, merchant-noble, and cutthroat politics. When the time comes to spend their last remaining Karmic Points, Marcus proposes a radical gamble: rather than buying minor advantages, they sacrifice everything for unrestricted access to the System’s hidden exchange mechanics. The deal is struck—but at a cost they don’t fully understand. Now, as they navigate a world of noble houses, military conflicts, and hidden agendas, Adrian and Marcus must use every advantage at their disposal to not only survive this life—but to try finding a way of securing their place in the next cycles of life in the far future. What happens if they fail? If their Karmic points reach zero when they die in this new life they are about to embark? The System refuses to say. With magic, danger, and unseen cosmic forces lurking in the shadows, the two must play the ultimate game of strategy. But as they rise, one other question always looms over them: Did they even have a chance to break the System… or did the System merely just trap them in an even deeper game?