Josie'S Place

Horror stories written by Joseph Kohtz The Ghoulish Haunted Mansion: On Halloween, a group of kids decides to go inside an old abandoned mansion to see if it's haunted and end up getting scared out of their minds by all sorts of monsters and ghosts. While inside, the kids meet up with a talking cat and jack-o-lantern who try to protect them from the spirits and try to convince one of them to read a spell from a book to get rid of the ghosts. Return to The Ghoulish Haunted Mansion: On a field trip, Susan Piper takes her class to The Wellington Mansion and tells them how it was haunted before she got rid of the ghosts a decade ago on Halloween with her friends' help. She also told her class how to re-haunt the house and warned them not to do so. The next day, on Halloween, six of Susan's students enter the mansion, bring the ghosts and monsters back, and get scared out of their wits. Jack, the jack-o-lantern who knew their teacher, protects them with help from Alvin, the ghost puppy, and tries to convince Victoria to read the same spell Susan read when she was in the mansion to get rid of the ghosts. The Spooky Halloween Sleepover in The Haunted Woods: After a few of their friends go missing, a group of kids investigates The Dead Woods to find them. While there, they run into monsters and ghosts that pick them off. Since their friends are disappearing, they decide to have a sleepover in the haunted woods until they find their friends, but they soon all go missing after the hauntings get worse. Fear Itself: After being told a ghost story around the campfire, a group of kids who go to a camp gets scared to death while ghosts and monsters haunt the camp and forest. They get scared, but some think it's all a prank by one of the counselors at first, even when the campers and the counselors start to get picked off one by one. Even though things look bad, some campers still think it's a fraud, at least until things get worse. Because the longer they stay and ignore the ghosts' warnings, the worse the hauntings get. Then they become convinced and start to get scared out of their wits.

A young man is called to fight in a war in a place he's never heard of.

A young woman trapped in a grand castle and a powerful billionaire consumed by obsession. Their forbidden love defies boundaries, igniting a tale of passion, secrets, and unyielding desire in a world of wealth and control.

The Trial of the Guilty？ The Lie of the Divine？ Participant, Stellar Envoy, and Divine are about to make their appearance. The stench of decay pervaded every corner of the streets, and the blood-red sky showed no sign of blue. Place of Annihilation, the end is near.

hey guys and gals this is my first webnovel! I'd appreciate it if you gave it a read! all lore and explanations of the story is in the first chapter. two rules: NO HAREM and I'm gonna have fun while writing

***Shifting Shadows: The Body Borrower*** Nadia has always felt different, haunted by dreams too vivid to ignore. But when she turns eighteen, she discovers her true calling: the ability to astral project into the spirit realm, where time bends and souls wander. Guided by a mysterious figure cloaked in shadows, Nadia learns that she is one of the chosen few—granted the power to leave her body, travel the realm, and possess others in the physical world. Her task is daunting yet clear: she must inhabit the lives of those broken or on the verge of destruction, using her unique abilities to guide them toward a better future. But every mission comes with its own risks, as Nadia must navigate the fine line between fixing a life and losing herself within it. As the spirit realm beckons her deeper into its mysteries, Nadia discovers that time is a dangerous force in this world, and each possession tests her willpower and identity. With each life she borrows, she comes closer to unraveling the truth behind her gift—and the dark price it demands. In a world where the living and the spirits collide, Nadia must confront her own destiny, even if it means losing herself in the shadows she is meant to control.

It took Haruki years to build the cold character that made those who knew him tremble before him as a Yakuza chairman, but it only took that man's glance to change everything, to break down his walls and make him seek a warmth he never knew he needed. Hiroshi's smile, scent, deep soothing voice, warmth of his embrace... "This is not what I want." "This cannot be what I need. There's no way I'm going to be weak! I'm the chairman, and I can't afford to be weak." "I will never fall in love, never be weak... ever again." "I need him to leave my life, I don't care about him, I never did." "Who gave you the right to harm what is mine?! I'm going to ruin your life!" "You are completely mine." "Haruki, it is okay to be weak when you are with me." "I will never fall in love with you, you simply belong to me." "Yes, I do..." But you are also mine. ***** Between a Mafia boss who is an infamous player and his doctor, who gets to fall the hardest in love? Bullied high school student, Haruki wakes up one evening in the hospital and he is faced with the fact that his grandfather he never knew was the head of a powerful popular clan and he was dying without an heir. The youth bullied for his beautiful appearance was forced to undergo a complete transformation under strict supervision within a short period. His transformation might have been extreme as Haruki grew up to get all he wanted and became infamous for being a player. He broke the hearts of many both males and females. His toughness knew no bond as the true Spirit of a strong clan leader that laid dormant in him was awakened with every work he did. The great leader was forced to pause at the sight of the new family doctor who had just taken over his father's job. He was pleased with the sight he saw and began to pursue what he wanted. The doctor how ever, had other plans as he was not going to let the younger man change his life completely without doing the same to him. (Breaking his walls and bringing him love). A war of love was fought between thee two men as none of them was willing to lose psychologically. Amid the bloody wars of the underground world, they fought to win through the push and pulls of the new feelings they got exposed to . Warning: *Dominant, strong, bottom/uke/shou, and a sweet, kindhearted, gentle, muscular, romantic top/seme/gong. *If you don't read Yaoi stories please you are excused. *It contains an abundance of sweetness and warmth.

This is the story of Paradox a guy with the Power of Imagination, and their Journey through a Universe called the Omniverse. In this universe, his journey takes him to a planet called "Paradox Earth" a Planet similar to yours but different as well. On this Planet, he will meet new friends, and enemies as well as exciting ventures and dangers. But to him, that is all meaningless the only thing that has meaning in this world is Power, the power to do whatever you can imagine and let no one stand in your way. Watch as Paradox carves his way through this world, gaining more and more power to defy the of and bend one's imagination to their will from Hero and Villain alike with the Help of his Trusty Omni-Watch. (Mainly Focuses on Paradox but will shift to other characters from time to time)

A shot…. That was all it took to push me off the cliff… As I watched Xainder shout out to me helplessly, tears slowly trickled down his magnificent face, his usual grin no where to be found, my heart shattered to a million pieces watching my entire life flash right before my eyes with no more hope to hold on to. i watched the people I gave my heart to look at me in disdain. My eyes searched for a certain someone who was nowhere to be seen. I couldn’t help but laugh at the life I led and wished I had a second chance to amend things but a part of me wants to let go. The burns on my body writhed in pains and my heart clenched in agony. Youth is a great crush, if I like you, I am going to say it aloud . It’s such a shame I never realized who I truly loved until I lost him and now, he will never know. Bracing myself for my inevitable end, a part of me leaps with joy of finally leaving this miserable world and a part of me longs for another chance at life . My life. There’s a question which lived rent free in my head, “ when we grow up, we leave the home to chase our dream not because of anything but because we know that the home behind us will never forsake and always comfort us but what happens when the home stings and causes nothing but pain , then where do we seek refuge? This happens to be the summary of my life and a question i have never been able to answer so with my remaining seconds on earth, I put the question to you all . what do we do ? ……………………… S.C.A.R.S. by TriciaX13.

Rosalind·York once casually saved a man in the mountain forest. Unexpectedly, he would become her future husband. Abyssus·Norman, the heir of the Feer Company. Rumors in the outside world said that he was extremely ugly, so he always wore a mask. He was hot - tempered, tyrannical, and not interested in women. One day, Rosalind was deceived by her family to go back and replace her sister who refused to marry that man because of the rumors, and then she got married to him. On their wedding night, she was greatly surprised... Later, Rosalind looked at the handsome man who was clingy to her like a large dog in front of her and often made physical contact with her casually. She said in disgust, "Didn't they say you were not interested in women?" The man pushed her against the corner of the wall and chuckled, "I only have feelings for you. You are the woman I'm interested in." Rosalind complained, "I should have known that I shouldn't have saved you at the beginning. My waist is almost broken!" Abyssus pushed his luck, "Honey, I will be more restrained in the future!"

I finally opened my coffee shop, but suddenly my shop was stranded on a big tree in a fantasy world, where in this world, I still tried to open my shop, which made me meet and share my thoughts and ideas from knowledge of my previous world with the creatures of this world. Sometimes a cup of coffee can give a lot of thoughts from your mind, and this is the story of me sharing my thoughts of the modern world with the creatures of the fantasy world. Prepare your coffee, sit, relax and enjoy the conversation between me and the fantasy creatures.

The moments where you felt your lowest, were there times that you felt like remaining on the ground was the best option. Well think again. Where there's a will, is a story about a teen that encounters a lot of challenges when all of a sudden, everything is taken from here. She learns discipline and love and she discovers that life was so much more than being on the ground and allowing challenges to keep one down. She develops determination and will and climbs to the top.

In the fantastical realm of Etherea, young adventurer Ren Ashford discovers that his life is shaped by unseen forces—The Readers—who guide his every decision. As he struggles to regain control of his fate, Ren's journey through enchanted forests, dark wastelands, and powerful kingdoms will shape him into a hero, a villain, or something entirely different. In this interactive WebNovel, the readers' choices will not only determine Ren's path but also mold his very soul. Let your will guide him toward—or away from—his destiny.

Callan leads a comfortable life and could ask for nothing. Well, maybe some affection from his crush. Maybe some respect from his father. How about some directions for his spoiled life? It all changes when he comes face to face with his lookalike after drowning his emotions in a bottle of alcohol and is sent to a distant past to help his long forgotten ancestors in a battle of survival. Will he be successful in the unexpected mission? Will he swim or drown? What will his double do?

The (S.S.S.) is a book based on the dreams I had since the age of... Well as far as I can recall ( about three years old). The first dream that I can remember began with me in a world with nothing but skeletons and blood every. From that period on I gave birth to an extremely active imagination so I said to my self why not become a writer tho, I'm shy as hell my heart is even tearing out my chest at this very moment and so. I'm attempting to see if I can conquer my anxieties and take you guys on a voyage with me while I strive to put my imagination and dreams on a piece of digital paper.

If It's Us is a heartfelt and gripping story about love, redemption, and the courage it takes to face your fears. Set against a backdrop of personal struggles and professional ambitions, this story weaves together the lives of Maya Larson, Steven Stone, Levi Thompson, and Shonn Turner in ways that will keep you turning the pages. Maya Larson is back in her hometown after spending over two years in the UK, still haunted by the memory of catching her ex-boyfriend, Emmett Owen, cheating on her. Though she wants to avoid all reminders of her past, Maya's best friend Kira convinces her to attend their college reunion. There, Maya must confront not only her painful memories but also reconnect with Steven Stone, a former classmate who has secretly loved her for years. Steven, now a prominent figure at VISHO, one of the leading companies in the country, has always been protective of Maya. Seeing her again stirs up old feelings and unresolved emotions. As Maya navigates her way back into her old social circle and faces her ex, Steven's feelings come to the forefront, creating a tension-filled dynamic that is impossible to ignore. Meanwhile, Maya’s younger sister, Sara, unexpectedly befriends Shonn Turner, a quiet and reserved young man carrying the weight of a traumatic past. Shonn’s life has been marred by loss and a complicated relationship with his stepbrother, Levi Thompson, who is the CEO of VISHO. Sara's warmth and determination to break through Shonn's tough exterior bring light into his otherwise dark world, offering him a chance at healing and redemption. As Maya starts a new chapter by joining VISHO, she finds herself caught between the professional challenges of her new job and the emotional complexities of her relationships with Steven and Levi. Each step forward requires her to confront her deepest fears and vulnerabilities. If It's Us is a story about real people facing real issues, from heartbreak and betrayal to the daunting task of starting over. It’s about the messy, beautiful process of healing and the unexpected places we find love and support. Join Maya, Steven, Levi, and Shonn on their journey as they navigate the turbulent waters of their pasts to find hope and a brighter future. This is a tale that will resonate with anyone who has ever struggled to overcome their past, seek out love, and build a new life. Dive into If It's Us, and discover a world where the power of forgiveness and the strength of human connection can transform even the most broken hearts.

In Dark Places: School of Exorcism, Kazuya enrolls at X Academy with one simple goal: to get closer to his childhood crush, Natsuko. But what he didn’t expect was to find himself surrounded by beautiful and powerful girls training to become exorcists—or to discover that he’s a medium, able to see and communicate with spirits. This rare ability plunges him into a world teeming with demons, ghosts, and monsters lurking around every corner of the academy. As he struggles to keep up with his classmates and avoid being devoured by the very creatures he’s supposed to be learning to fight, Kazuya uncovers dark secrets within the academy that could spell disaster for everyone. With his newfound powers and the constant threat of the supernatural, Kazuya must figure out how to survive—and maybe, just maybe, get closer to Natsuko—before the darkness consumes him.

He is the king and there was nowhere I could hide from him in this world. I was dragged into a world of strange yet familiar desires and I don't know if it is okay for me to give in to the overwhelming pleasure. If it all turns to love . . . What will happen to me? I have to return to my mother but how will I escape? Well, that is for you to find out. Slowly but surely. In this story, I will let you in on my deepest secrets after my transmigration. It was only for a while and I might return home perhaps those thoughts gave me the boldness to give in to the physical attraction I felt toward him. If I ever return home, will I be able to hide from the feelings he engraved in my soul? Perhaps we might meet and I don't know what my reaction would be. And what about my dark longings? Warning: *The MC gets to discover the darkest part of himself. *Don't try to rationalize this (๑•﹏•)(◠‿・)—☆ /^\ ಠ_ಠ Disclaimer: No event, place, character, or religion depicted in this story is real. This is a work of pure fiction and imagination. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, religion or actual events is purely coincidental. (↼_↼) Picture from Pinterest Thanks.

In a twist of fate, Claire's life takes a turn, she meets with Josie but their friendship is short lived when Josie dies. Claire is faced with the burden of marrying Josie's husband to be, a wealthy, egocentric and supercilious man who has no regard for women. Would Claire be able to navigate to treacherous waters threatening to tear her apart, or would she fight past these obstacles in order to make her life better?