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After losing her husband, Claire Betancour seeks refuge on the peaceful Island of Blue Herons. As newly elected mayor, she balances motherhood, duty, and the delicate peace of a close-knit community. But when a trusted school crossing guard vanishes and whispers of addiction resurface, Claire is forced to confront not only the fragility of those around her—but her own limits. With her daughter’s safety at stake and long-buried tensions bubbling up, Claire must make hard decisions that could reshape the island forever. A heartwarming yet quietly suspenseful tale of responsibility, redemption, and the bonds that hold a small community together.

“Young man, I can tell from your skeletal structure that you have an extremely rare talent. You must be a one in a million prodigy in the martial arts. Now that the Blue Planet has ascended, mutant beasts are ravaging our homes, and foreign species are invading our land, our people are in grave danger. Here, I have an [Infinite Demon God Physique Training Method], I’ll give it to you for just two dollars. You shall be entrusted with the mission of maintaining world peace.” Xu Lingyun was touched. He said, “I can’t believe that you can actually see my true potential. Here’s four dollars, no need to give me change.” The scammer took the money, left him a fake secret training manual, and left feeling content. Xu Lingyun brought the secret manual home. He slapped the cover of the book. Instantly, the aged, tattered book started emanating a magnificent array of lights. An ancient and powerful aura filled the air, dominating the stars and piercing through the age. A fake? Oh please, in front of me, there is no such thing as “description may not match the actual item, please see the actual item”.

This is more than just a novel . You can be a part of this journey. Visit wishbound-system.com and you can see Aiden's system, participate in deciding his fate, and suggesting abilities directly into his [Exchange] tab. ------------ Aiden Valero never wanted to help anyone. Selfish and cynical, he just wanted to live his own life — until one wish pulled him into a broken world where he must grant every wish asked of him… if they know his secret. [System Message] Incoming Wish Request: Grant or Deny? In a world twisted by desire, where magic and monsters grow stronger near the mysterious Apex Phenomenon, Aiden’s curse forces him to serve the very people he despises. But the system offers a way out — by crafting his own wishes, Aiden can grow stronger, bending fate to his will. [Warning] Desire Meter Rising. Consequences Uncertain. Trapped between power and burden, he must survive ruthless factions, impossible choices, and the flood of wishes — or be consumed by the desires he grants.

A retired special forces captain finds peace serving coffee in the mist-locked village that raised him—until a wounded stranger arrives, unearthing gentle secrets about his past and testing the community that calls him *“The Bridge.”*

One man, one system, unlimited wealth and a family destined to reshape the world.

“When the world turned its back on me, I found a system that measured something no one cared about—happiness.” Adrian Vale was a burned-out bureaucrat in a world where productivity defines your worth. After a tragic accident, he awakens in an alternate society—still cold, still broken. But now, he’s not alone. He’s been granted the GNH System—a system that doesn’t reward violence or money, but instead, empathy, wisdom, and emotional growth. With every smile he restores, every trauma he helps heal, and every community he uplifts, Adrian levels up. But the regime that profits off misery isn’t ready to let joy win. What happens when the most powerful weapon... is happiness itself?

Eden's life was good... Perhaps perfect, until the devil decided to pay him a visit. Born into a small clan with a gifts that allowed them to communicate with dragons and granted them resistance to flames. Both he and his people lived in peace. until that day.... As he saw his once thriving village now a scene of utter devastation. His village, soaked with blood. Lifeless bodies sprawled, littering the earth. Eden had nothing left..... Or so he thought. He is plunged into a world where he would soon discover that within him resides the key to decide the war among God's.

"The Last Sight" is a gripping tale of hope, courage, and resilience centered around Emma Hart, a talented young artist who finds herself caught in a perilous situation after receiving a mysterious message. When Emma is mysteriously abducted following a cryptic invitation to an abandoned mill, her loved ones and the community rally to uncover her whereabouts. Through detective work and perseverance, they discover Emma held captive in an isolated cabin, manipulated by a dangerous stalker with a criminal past. The story explores themes of innocence, the dangers lurking online, and the power of community support. Emma’s ordeal ultimately leads to her rescue, inspiring her to heal and advocate for safety, while her art transforms into a symbol of hope and strength. The novel underscores the importance of vigilance and unity in overcoming darkness and emerging stronger.

Haya is 18. She is originally from Pretoria and is moving to Cape town to attend University. Her parents think she will be studying medicine but she enrolled there to study Media, a course her father is totally against. Follow her journey as she seeks acceptance from her father and gets to deal with past experiences that left her completely shattered.

Living in a hustle and bustle, as an investigative journalist, Hao Jing worked for international media for about 15 years. He's been investigating many people in government. One fateful day, he got a task to investigate the ruins of Hutteran. The place he is most curious about. Some have rumored that the place is a group of worshipers of mystical creatures. They wanted to communicate with dead souls and asked for help to conduct the task they requested through the supernatural realm. The ritual requires specific preparations, including creating an array and placing five items related to the human soul, then reciting spells to the six lords of heaven and earth. Hao Jing, who was investigating the ruin, experienced something strange when he entered one of the caves; he fainted. When he felt he could breathe and opened his eyes, he was in an odd group of worshipers as a 15-year-old boy named Malt from the Notiz family, and he began his new life.

In a realm beyond comprehension, Ethan Kane—a devoted gamer and master of virtual worlds—finds himself chosen by a celestial being called the StarChild. Gifted the *Almighty Creation System*, Ethan is granted the power to mold entire civilizations, shaping their destinies with every decision. But creation is not without consequence, and as his worlds evolve, so too does the weight of his choices. In a cosmic arena where rival creators vie for supremacy, Ethan must navigate the intricate balance of power, morality, and chaos. As civilizations rise and fall, Ethan’s journey reveals that creation is only the beginning of the story.

Felix and Fiona belong to a hidden lineage of Shadowbloods, beings with a tainted magical heritage granting them unique abilities tied to darkness. Their pact, a promise to protect each other, is threatened when secrets about their ancestry and a growing forbidden attraction between them surface, placing them in danger from within their community and from external forces seeking to exploit their power. // Man, I wrote this story with the story of the 'Coffin of Andy and Leyley' in mind. So if you think that story was messed up... this one doesn't compare, but it still might feel good enough.

Sihyun, a well-known actor, has been keeping a low profile due to a string of scandals flooding the media and internet. It is during this turbulent time that he unexpectedly crosses paths with a wandering spirit named Jaeha, who somehow ends up following him home.

Nadia is the daughter of a high official in a secret vampire society, and Keiko is a human hailing from a long line of divine priestesses. The two should be natural enemies, but when Keiko stumbled into her path as a child, Nadia knew that she needed to keep her by her side. Normally a relationship with a human is forbidden, but Keiko has the power to vanquish the cursed deity after Nadia's body. So Keiko is assigned as her executioner, with a duty to kill Nadia if the evil ever overtakes her soul. However, all is not as it seems, as the ancient goddess residing inside Keiko, may have dark secrets of her own. *A new chapter is released every Wednesday! *If you like what you read, please leave a review! Please be sure not to include specific terms in it such as GL, or the review will shadow banned! *Tags: Romance, Fantasy, Supernatural, Horror, Vampire, Goddess, GL, Yuri, LGBTQIA+, Inclusive, Diverse, 18+ *If you'd like to get story updates and keep up with the latest news or if you'd like to join my community, please search 'otakugamergirlt twitter/bsky' or 'otakugamergirlt wordpress' in a browser and the first few results should lead you right to my social media pages. You'll also find my Discord link in a pinned post on Twitter. Please join if you'd like! I'd love to keep in touch with my readers and fans. Thanks!

High school youth love themselves their media. Fantasy books, anime cartoons, even online content. However, when four young teens end up being transported to another world similar to that of their precious media, they must reestablish themselves and adapt to their new fantasy surroundings or die trying.

Title: Opposite My sect Synopsis: Hendrix was a penniless, jobless, and luckless Zambian man whose life was the definition of pitiful. Dumped by every girl he approached, mocked by life itself, and tragically killed the very day he finally caught a break—he died in a freak house fire after stuffing himself with food for the first time in years. The gods watched in disbelief. One goddess, both amused and baffled by his cringe-worthy pickup lines and pathetic end, decided to reincarnate him—not out of pity, but curiosity. Giving him a strange and humiliating system called the Sect Expansion System, she promises to cure his shyness through pain and progress… by forcing him to build a powerful sect in another world. Reborn as Alex Kai, son of a disgraced and exiled shinobi woman who survived a brutal war and raised him in the deep jungle, Alex trains under her watchful, masked eye. His mother, once a feared assassin in the all-female Blood Blossom Sect, never reveals her past—only that Alex must leave one day and make his own path. At 17, after surviving a deadly ambush and discovering his mother’s harrowing history, Alex sets off to build his own sect. But there's a problem: the system forbids him from entering towns, unlocking mana, or accessing powers without first recruiting members. Even with his strength and training, he's just a guy stuck in the mountains with no one to follow him. That is, until he finds a mysterious, dirt-covered girl clutching a slime. She’s cute. She’s weird. And she’s a tamer. When she refuses to join his sect, Alex resorts to deception, cooking questionable snake stew and claiming demon tigers roam the forests below. Her only way to eat and survive? Say the humiliating recruitment phrase: “I died a virgin loser.” Reluctantly, she joins. And the Wayward Flame Sect is born. With one girl, one slime, zero dignity, and a broken system that demands growth or death, Alex must rise from nothing—recruiting outcasts, building strength, and uncovering the truth behind his mother's past and the goddess who watches from above.

Una novela de fantasía con toques clásicos. Una historia que deberías leer si te fascina la edad media y los mundos fantásticos.

TE SIRVO UN CAFÉ AMOR A MEDIA LUNA BERLA SOLO QUERIA CASARSE CON UN CHICO COMÚN Y CORRENTE. ¿PERO LA FAMILIA DE DANTE” SE CONVIRTIERON EN SOMBRA EN LA RELACIÓN SIN EMBARGO, FREDDY LE ARROJÓ UNAS CARTA DICIENDO: __ BERLA, SE ACOSTÓ CONMIGO. EN ESTE MOMENTO TODO EL AMOR QUE DANTE, LE TENIA A BERLA SE ENCONTRABA EN UN AMOR A MEDIA LUNA.

Dia adalah adik dari tunangannya. Dia adalah pria yang selalu dia cintai. Ketika kakaknya tidak muncul di hari pernikahan mereka, Raven tidak punya pilihan selain menggantikan posisinya—namun pernikahan dengan Ares Windsor tidak lain adalah siksaan. Sang miliarder misterius yang menguasai industri media adalah pria yang selalu dia cintai… tetapi matanya hanya tertuju pada kakaknya. Kini, setelah akhirnya menikah dengannya, Raven bertekad untuk merebut hatinya. Bagaimanapun, dalam cinta dan perang, segala cara dihalalkan. Dan ini? Ini adalah perang.

Sir Gouranga teaches hope in a failing village school. When hardship burdens his brightest student, he transforms lessons into lifelines of resilience. Rallying the community, he builds a sanctuary where dreams defy poverty. His legacy? Generations of changemakers, ignited by one teacher's unwavering faith.

"Stockholm Youth 2" continues to explore the lives of Wilhelm, Göran, Lars, Felix, Jonathan, Sebastian, Jonas, Max, Lena, Emma, Sophia, Charlotte, Inger, and Nathaniel as they navigate the complexities of adolescence. Set in a peaceful neighborhood on the outskirts of Stockholm, the story delves into their shared experiences and the bonds they form. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of the vibrant city, where the friends experience the trials and tribulations of growing up. They grapple with the nuances of friendship, the excitement and confusion of youth, the sense of belonging in their community, and the intricate dynamics of family relationships. From attending school, participating in community events, to facing personal challenges, the characters' lives intertwine in a heartwarming depiction of adolescence. The story is a testament to the power of friendship and the enduring bonds formed during this pivotal stage of life.

A secretive community harbors a single, ruthless goal: to eliminate the king—and erase every trace of his kingdom. To do so, they strike a sinister pact with seven individuals, each bound by a burning, unfulfilled desire. In exchange for the realization of their deepest wish, the seven agree to carry out the community's grim design: to bring death not only to the king but to everyone under his reign. Solma is one of them. This is what follows after she joins the group.

It all began with an enticing invitation to speak on a prominent crypto podcast. I was thrilled; the email was polished, the website looked professional and the hosts had impressive LinkedIn profiles that suggested credibility and expertise. Eager to share my insights with a wider audience, I quickly agreed to participate. However, my excitement soon turned to concern when I encountered a significant red flag: a mandatory $20,000 "registration fee" that had to be paid in Bitcoin via Binance before I could sign the NDA and secure my spot. The organizers insisted that paying in Bitcoin was standard practice for "efficiency and security." Feeling the pressure of their urgency "Only two guest slots left!" I reluctantly transferred the full amount from my Binance wallet. Initially, everything seemed to proceed as planned. I received a confirmation email, a signed NDA and even a fake Zoom link for the recording session. However, the excitement quickly faded when I realized something was amiss. After a few days of silence, the podcast’s website vanished without a trace. The hosts’ social media accounts were deleted and my emails bounced back as undeliverable. It became painfully clear that I had fallen victim to a sophisticated scam. Panic set in as I realized the magnitude of my mistake. I had not only lost a significant amount of money but also my trust in the crypto community. I reached out to FUNDS RECLAIMER COMPANY a firm specializing in crypto fraud investigations. Their team quickly got to work analyzing the Bitcoin address to which I had sent my funds. They employed advanced tracking techniques to follow the movement of my stolen Bitcoin across multiple wallets revealing a complex web of transactions designed to obscure the funds' final destination. I was able to recover 80% of my lost Bitcoins. FUNDS RECLAIMER COMPANY worked tirelessly collaborating with law enforcement agencies to initiate recovery efforts. Their knowledge of blockchain forensics proved invaluable in tracing the stolen funds. I wholeheartedly recommend FUNDS RECLAIMER COMPANY to anyone who finds themselves in a similar situation . They not only helped me regain a significant portion of my investment but also restored my faith in the crypto community. If you ever find yourself a victim of crypto fraud FUNDS RECLAIMER COMPANY is the partner you need to navigate the complexities of recovery and regain your assets. CONTACT INFO BELOW: Telegram::: + 1 (8 1 8) 4 7 4 - 1 7 3 1 Email::: fundsreclaimercompany@zohomail.com

The Necromancer is a master who can communicate with the undead and has the control over the dead. Where do you think he can find dead bodies the most ? The burial ground or at tombs ? No !!! It's at the end of everything.

Creating a small community where authors (and readers!) read the first 5 chapters of one another’s books and leave genuine reviews and/or thoughtful comments — not just stars, but real feedback that helps improve the story. Comment to join! Everyone is welcome

Join Lillian Steele, the world’s most famously terrified ghost hunter, on a spine-tingling adventure through the mysterious Heart-ling Forest. Known for its glowing tombstone and whispers of a ghostly presence, this eerie woodland sets the stage for a thrilling tale of supernatural encounters and social media stardom. Armed with just a torch, a night-vision camera, and her loyal eBunnee followers, Lillian dives into the darkness, chasing viral fame through her heart-pounding, scream-filled explorations. When Lillian crosses paths with Larisa, a lively and mischievous spirit with a knack for stealing the spotlight, her ghost-hunting journey takes a delightfully unexpected turn. Together, they navigate a world where the paranormal meets the viral, blending spooky thrills with quirky humor. Alongside Lillian’s friends Eliza and Kai, they chase clout on the addictive eBunnee platform, forming unlikely bonds in a quest for internet fame that echoes through the supernatural. Perfect for readers who love paranormal adventures, witty banter, and a satirical take on social media culture.

Roots of Resilience is a heartfelt coming-of-age webnovel set in the sun-drenched hills of East Africa, where tradition and change clash in a vibrant rural village. The story follows Jabari, a thoughtful and ambitious teenage boy torn between honoring his heritage and chasing dreams that stretch beyond the horizon. As his village, Kijiji cha Tumaini, faces the devastating impact of drought, shifting values, and the arrival of outside influences, Jabari must navigate the trials of growing up amidst uncertainty. From village festivals bursting with color to the quiet wisdom of elders, from the strains of young love to the storm of tragedy, Jabari’s journey reflects the tension between progress and preservation. With his family’s hopes, his ancestors’ legacy, and the future of his community at stake, Jabari learns that resilience is not just about enduring hardship—it's about embracing change without losing your roots. Roots of Resilience is a powerful exploration of identity, community, and hope—where the soil of the past must nurture the seeds of tomorrow.