The Ballad Of Never After

Until dimensional rift came to an existence, the entire world used to be normal; however, from these rifts, monsters emerged, causing chaos around the world, ruining everything gradually... Humanity felt powerless against them. Being hopeless, they were searching for a safe place. But there was no longer a safe place available, the menacing beats were roaming outside. Suddenly, a pop-up window appeared in front of them it felt like it was straight from a video game or pages from a novel. …… [SYSTEM: YOU HAVE BEEN CHOSEN TO BE A PLAYER]

In the greed-filled world of corporate empires and magic knights, Min Jae was a king in business, with pockets so deep he could drown in them. That is, until his life deemed his playthrough unfair and gave him a red card. Poison was his family's best friend, as everyone had at least tasted it once, not twice because they never could. Death was never on his calendar, neither was an offer for a divine gig. Enter the Deity of Stories, a celestial being with a fetish for plot twists, who offers Min Jae a deal he can't refuse: become her divine cameraman. No, not the kind with a lens, but one who records the tales of mortals. In return, he gets a second shot at life, in a world where his dearly departed parents are alive and well, ready to dote on him from birth. Reborn as Judge (because “Min Jae 2.0” sounded too dull), he quickly realizes this new life is no gift. This steampunk utopia, filled with airships, clockwork gadgets, and an alarming lack of Wi-Fi, thrives on manipulation. But who needs the internet when you have a divine camera and the sharp mind to control it all? Judge isn’t just here to record stories; he’s here to write them, casting himself as the mastermind behind every twist and turn. Armed with his divine powers, he navigates complex schemes, power-hungry nobles, and ruthless industrialists, all while keeping his ultimate goal hidden: to ascend to godhood and rewrite his own fate. Of course, he generally makes a glorious mess of things, all while trying to keep his dear parents blissfully unaware of his less-than-angelic schemes. But as the stakes rise and the Deity of Stories watches his every move, Judge must tread carefully. Can he manipulate his way to the top, or will he become just another character in someone else’s plot twist? --- Just a quick disclaimer: The book steers clear of any unwanted adult stuff. However, it does feature a potentially disturbing amount of violence—enough to make you wonder about the author's mental health. So proceed with caution—and maybe a shield!

In a post-apocalyptic world, you'll find four main types of people. Those who fight with all their might "the hunters." The ones who leech and exploit others "the pests." The predators, who see everyone as prey. And lastly, we have "the survivors," the resilient ones who never give up. Everyone often fits into one category, but it's hard to determine which one Maya falls into. She's not exactly a fighter, considering leaving her room was a chore even before the apocalypse. A predator? No way—she's always been a pushover. You might think she's a survivor, but that's laughable. She'd rather die from starvation than resort to scavenging. So, how should we categorize her? leeche? Nope. Perhaps a new category is needed: "The Lost"—those struggling to find their place in a shattered world."

WSA 2025 entry Lady Melisandre ‘Lisa’ Belmont was a young, French beauty wrongfully accused and publicly executed for crimes she did not commit. Mysteriously reborn as a contender for a modern day American variety games and entertainment show. In this new lifetime she's claimed the body of a beautiful aspiring actress who got fed up with constantly being duped by her conniving manager. The last straw was being forced to marry a complete stranger. Coerced to sign up as a married couple for a reality tv show where contestants vie to win the coveted Shadowhurst legacy. Rumored to be an inheritance worth billions that was left behind by the elderly recluse Eleanor Shadowhurst. What might be an ideal situation for the other women is a nightmare for Lisa who wakes up trapped in a marriage she never wanted. A sense of guilt for taking over the owner’s body makes Lisa not want to do anything that would jeopardize her career as an actress. She has no choice but to play along as Lisa can see no way out of the contract which seems pretty ironclad. After reading the contract, she realizes that it may be beneficial as long as the couple doesn't get eliminated before reaching the top ten. Lisa stands a chance to win a lifetime of lucrative endorsement deals & royalties, that can only help boost her career as an actress. Win or lose Lisa will still get paid by her husband the enigmatic and handsome Bane Shadowhurst as long as she does nothing to cause a scandal or get the couple disqualified early. His main stipulation is that Lisa pretends to be in love with Bane. They must awkwardly overcome their differences and live with other competing couples on a sprawling, isolated estate located on an island not found on any map. Every need is met, every comfort is provided, even the security of the mansion is world renown for its defense. All of these couples have secrets and are fleeing from their own personal traumas. It seems like the opportunity of a lifetime until the unthinkable happens. Hysteria grows as suspicious accidents escalate, couples feel their personal safety is threatened as the security system is repeatedly breached. Everything is hush hush, the handlers, the producers and media company can’t be trusted. Life hangs in the balance as the group is slowly cut off from the outside world. An insidious intelligence wants to stop Lisa from leaving the island alive. It will stop at nothing to dominate Lisa against her will, invoke terror and consume her soul. Only true love can overcome the insidious evil and save their souls. Lisa will just have to search her heart before it's too late and never trust a shadow after dark.

Well, hello there reader. Or should I say, one of those little haplings who came here to make a comment? I'm intrigued to know which side you'll pick when the day comes that you'll decide which is which. - Right or wrong? If you still believe rules are shades of gray then I'm inviting you not to make this hard and face reality. You see, all of us have different stories. A life of independent decisions and the future beneath those. Do not blame her. She is still shattered. It'll be a matter of time that I'll be able to fix her. - Wish you luck on that. Though you have a special place in my heart, I can't let them sit quietly either. - Do you still have to do this? I know fate can be cruel but it's too much. - What about me then? Is it too much for me to give them back what they did? - ...

In *Dragon's Fury*, 28-year-old mixed martial artist *Kai Nakamura* battles the haunting memory of his sister's tragic death during a dojo fight. Determined to honor her legacy, he strives to become the World Champion while mentoring local youths. As he faces fierce rivals, particularly the ruthless *Ryo Takeda*, Kai confronts his internal demons. This gripping tale explores themes of redemption, loyalty, and the true meaning of strength in the face of adversity.

[Update setiap Jumat] Tring! Sesuatu muncul tepat dihadapanku. Rasa tegang seketika menyelimuti tubuhku. Jantungku berdetak sangat kencang. Itu adalah layar biru muda sistem dari sebuah game! [ Apakah anda ingin mengikuti sebuah permainan? ] Ya | Tidak Apa itu? Tidak, apakah itu mungkin? Apa yang akan terjadi jika aku memilih opsi 'ya'? Aku meraih opsi 'ya,' mencoba menekannya. Secara tiba-tiba, pandanganku menjadi buram. "Itu ... hanya mimpi?" Kualihkan pandanganku melihat sekitar, tidak ada yang aneh. Juga tidak ada yang berubah. Aku langsung menghela napas lega. Tapi, apakah itu benar-benar hanya 'mimpi'? Ataukah itu nyata? Bagaimana jika aku tiba-tiba berada di dunia lain tak lama setelah menekan opsi 'ya'? Apa yang akan terjadi? Dan mengapa aku menekan opsi 'ya'? Beberapa hari kemudian, sebuah layar biru muncul lagi di hadapanku. Tetapi ini berbeda ... Kamu penasaran kelanjutannya? Bacalah sekarang juga! Jangan lupa tambahkan ke perpustakaan!

King Aidan was once known as the most powerful man of Valentin. In the end power was too hard to contain and Aidan lost everything. Aidan the grand turned into Aidan the impoverished.

The date is 4026. Earth has been destroyed. Demons roam the surface, trying to find any surviving humans. The humans, however, have made underground bases powered by magical crystals. Theo's little brother, Sade, has gotten lost outside of the facility. Can Theo find his brother and get back to safety before it's too late.

Hallow Grove was a quiet and peaceful town until the enigmatic Lycan brothers, Lucian and Lucifer, descended upon it. Suddenly, death, chaos, and inexplicable disappearances become a daily occurrence. Alexandra, a young and ambitious journalist, is determined to uncover the truth behind the brothers' activities and puts herself in danger to do so. Delving deeper into the investigation, Alexandra begins to realize that there is more to these brothers than meets the eye. Lucian, the brooding and intense brother, intrigues her with his quiet strength and aura of danger. Lucifer, on the other hand, is charming and charismatic, and Alexandra finds herself drawn to their magnetic personality. Caught in a dangerous game of love and secrets can Alexandra navigate the complex relationship between the two brothers, each vying for her attention and affection while guarding their own hidden agendas and uncover the secrets behind the strange disappearances in Hallow Grove?

Milo was determined to find out why his former classmate joined the enemy and wreaked havoc on their hometown. He refused to believe that his friend could do something so evil. After meeting her years later and getting shot by her. Narrowly escaping death he decides to find out why she chose this path and decides to try one more time to bring his old friend back.

Yun Gwangmyeong had been living in an apocalyptic world for centuries. He had lost everything, his loved ones, his teammates and even his zest for life. In spite of this, an unshakeable will remained embedded deep in his heart as well as in his mind. One that has helped him survive, one that will guide him to a world far larger than he ever imagined, and one that will finally lead him to the truth about why his world has come to an end. His journey is far from over.

In the sprawling and perilous city of Maze, a young man named Vince struggles to survive amidst a world of thieves and mercenaries. Born with magical potential, Vince’s life takes a dramatic turn when an encounter thrusts him into the unforgiving underbelly of Maze and sets him on a path toward greatness. From the treacherous streets where survival is an art, to the revered Mage Academy where only the strongest thrive, Vince embarks on a journey fraught with danger and adventure. As Vince hones his craft and rises through the ranks, he faces challenges that test his loyalty, courage, and ingenuity. Along the way, he encounters allies and adversaries whose ambitions push his limits; uncovering secrets that could shape, or destroy, the world around him. "Legends Never Die" is a gripping tale of adventure, ambition, and the indomitable spirit of a mage determined to carve his name into history.

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To seek the heart of dao, there are two things indispensable: diligence and indifference. Why did he ascend laster than others? Why did he ascend faster than others?

The great stone appeared 3000 years ago, it changed the coarse of history completely as it gave people abilities beyond measure and these people are called the Chosen. I myself am a chosen however I am different I am what you call an mistake.

A world born from the songs of a powerful Tracient. He appointed other Tracients to aid in the protection of their world. Can Adam and his friends carry out the responsibility that has been entrusted to them, or will another Arya fall into the wrong hands?

In 2035, a white pillar appeared at the North Pole, which enveloped the whole world. This light endowed all beings living in it with supernatural powers. People received various powers as in science fiction films, and animals evolved into mythical monsters. The world is mired in various conflicts between people for power in the new, and animals that have evolved into monsters have become aggressive towards people. All these events can be called in one word - the Apocalypse

A novel about a group of friends that is almost everyday full of mischief, going to school and doing their daily jobs as a student. Let's read about how they continue their journey of living. Will they meet again?

BOOK 2: FUTURISTIC MAFIA STORY. 105 days to live. Three worlds in one. One underground Mafia base. Violet Griffin is diagnosed with cancer again, and she has 105 days left to live. Violet rules out a bucket list, and her first goal is to tell her crush, Ethan Reed, about her feelings for him, but things don't go as planned when Ethan ignores her efforts to talk to him. She throws away her bucket list, and Ethan sees it. Having lost someone dear to him to cancer, Ethan makes it his priority to make her dreams come true. He offers her a job to be his tutor. As they spend time together, Violet gets interwoven in Ethan's dark underground world.  Then she realizes the people she hated the most were around her all along. NOTE: YOU CAN STILL READ THIS BOOK IF YOU HAVEN'T READ THE FIRST, BUT FOR BETTER UNDERSTANDING, YOU CAN READ ' DIVORCED IN LOVE FIRST' IT'S WON'T SHOW AS OTHER BOOKS I'VE WRITTEN BUT YOU CAN SEARCH IT UP. THE ONE WITH THE GREEN COVER PHOTO, IS THE UPDATED VERSION.

Naraya Maharani has spent 5 years of marriage full of love from her husband, but no household is without tests. The marriage he was in felt empty without the presence of a child between them, he had tried various methods but to no avail. Until one day he had to accept a bitter reality that made him so hurt. Will Raya be able to pass the marriage test she is undergoing?

A young adventurer has a mysterious encounter with some equally mysterious people.

Over five hundred years after the revival of magic, the whole Continent of Ouropur is experiencing a golden era. Rapid technological progress, industrial development, and rapid population growth are only a few things that are taking place at the moment. Alliances are being forged, both secret and public, pacts made, unions formed. The human kingdoms experienced relative peace over the last few centuries, with only minor conflicts occurring from time to time. While future seems bright, nothing is ever certain. Whether peace remains or another small conflict escalates into something greater and more destructive remains to be seen.

I was living in an alternate world where once marked, the eyes turned red and the first to fall in love was you. I was marked when drunk. The person that marked me unknown, probably living a life of promiscuity. I was just a college student and the person I liked would never glance my way, not in this lifetime or the next. He was dating my sister. I learned my lesson before multiple times, starting a new relationship, dating then breakup.... They all ended the same way and I often ended up getting hurt. This was well proven well by my savior, my rescuer who hated me just as much as I despised him. Never will I ever love again *** DISCLAIMER: The picture used as the book cover is not mine. No copyright infringement has been purposely intended. If you are the owner of this magnificent art and wish for me to take it down, I'll do so respectfully. Kindly reach me through my always open Dm. Additionally, you will also find my email address posted on my profile page. Thank you. I'm open to accept other book cover recommendations since I'm not great at digital art **sobs** Thank you again.

Alice a beauty falls in love with Shawn a very handsome guy.Alice and Shawn have their hidden identities from the dark world but they still managed to be together

A girl from the 21st century travels back in time. Hundreds of years to be exact. Possessing a legitimate daughter of the general Qin Haoran's residence—a war general who was greatly admired by the emperor of that era. As well as loved by his people. Since childhood, despite being the legitimate daughter of a great general, Qin Lingyu—the name of the Princess—was always treated badly by her two sisters and also the first concubine. Gossip has it that Qin Liangyu attempted suicide because her arranged marriage with the fourth prince Ling Junjie, had been cancelled. So, what is the story of Qin Liangyu—with the soul of a girl from the 21st century named Bai Liangyu? Can Bai Liangyu return to the future?

Heaven holds the Gods, Earth holds humanity, and the world is devoid of Immortals. Three thousand years ago, the Divine Artifacts descended. A cataclysm shook the heavens and the earth, spiritual energy waned, and the Immortals vanished. A hundred and fifty years ago, the Divine Artifacts descended again. The fertile Chipa Plateau and the invincible Ancient City of Coiling Dragons—both reduced to dust. Another hundred years passed, and I... descended. But the path to unraveling all the mysteries—and the key to surviving this chaotic world—starts with learning to live as a scoundrel; It begins with mastering the art of hiding one’s edge and appearing humble; It begins with embarking on an adventure; It begins with overturning a preordained fate. Most crucially, it begins with stepping into the dreams of the Gods.

After the world has come to ruins, Josie starts to live as a survivor with Liam, a young boy with an Asthmatic condition. Their lives were utter exhaustion and sin in their world, physically and mentally. On their journey, they met a stranger. "I see you cut people not only with a knife but also with your tongue." Josie was only waiting for the answer she knew.