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Lyra, an anxious young woman in Port-Louis, France helps her father, a successful businessman, restore and refurbish an abandoned hotel with the idea to get it running again. However, finding even hired hands to help is a challenge due to ghastly rumors circling about. "L’Hôtel Hanté", as the locals call it, is a promising business venture but is the possible payoff worth the mysterious risks that present themselves to those who dare climb past the first floor? Art by Cordelia Carlin

Marcel Ndonga, a 14-year-old football prodigy from Cameroon, dreams of surpassing Samuel Eto'o and becoming the best player in the world. His ultimate goal? To lead Cameroon to its first-ever World Cup victory and make history for Africa. From playing in local youth competitions to earning a place in the MTN Elite One, Marcel’s journey is filled with challenges and opportunities. With unwavering determination and the heart of a lion, he strives to rise from the streets of Yaoundé to the grand stages of European football, all while chasing his biggest dream: winning the World Cup for Cameroon. Disclaimer: This is a work of fiction. While real-life names of players, clubs, and competitions are mentioned, all events, personalities, and portrayals are purely fictional and do not reflect reality. Any resemblance to actual events, decisions, or behaviors is purely coincidental. This novel is created for entertainment purposes only and does not intend to represent real-life individuals or organizations.

Neo-Kyo City, 2035—a metropolis torn between technology and class divide.** Lin Shen, a programmer, accidentally bonds with an alien relic, the "Entropy Core," gaining the power to reverse localized entropy at the cost of his deteriorating DNA. To save his sister, who suffers from ALS, he reluctantly allies with Bai Ye, a hybrid experiment, to combat the Entropy Shadows—alien parasites controlling human elites. **Core Conflicts**: - **Clash of Technology and Supernatural**: Quantum shields, dark matter erosion, photon weaponry. - **Survival vs. Morality**: The price of power (genetic collapse, consciousness corruption). - **Class and Betrayal**: Hypocrisy among elites, factional divides among rebels. **Highlights**: Hard sci-fi mechanics × social allegory × multi-dimensional character motivations.

Being able to see into people's past has no real appeal for the teenager this story is about, letting him use it only as amusement and to show off when he was drunk. Never watch into someone's past beyond a superficial level. Never try to find out more than you should. NEVER. EVER. LOOK. INTO. THE. FUTURE. But everything changed the moment he was forced to look into the future, was forced to investigate a murder, and was forced to make the acquaintance of the victim's twin brother('s fists). The more time passed, the more it appeared that the primary reason for this murder wasn't a local problem, but a global one. This single, marred corpse was the beginning of a threat that would shake the world. (MC looses a screw when he enters the prison) BL, first-person view; MC is shuo (perhaps even a reversible couple); love interest falls in love first; both MC and ML are straight, mutual bending, Enemies to Lovers Many thanks to MelBri for helping so skillfully with any kind of grammar error! (*ˊᗜˋ*)/ᵗᑋᵃᐢᵏ ᵞᵒᵘ*

A freshman collage student discovers a portal to another world hidden in his local bakery's dumpster.

A horror novel writer, Kaelen Verin, inherits an abandoned house on the outskirts of a modern city. No one wants to speak about its past, and the locals regard him with fear. However, what he discovers inside is more terrifying than anything he has ever written. Inside, he finds an old manuscript titled "A Broken House and Dead Bodies" – the exact title of the novel he intended to write. The problem? The book is fully written. And it tells his story. With each page he reads, the events described begin to become reality. The corpses mentioned in the text appear in the house, shadows from the past whisper impossible truths, and a cursed medieval knight, clad in broken armor, tries to kill him, accusing him of "creating him and condemning him."

Hazekaya was just an ordinary guy… until he woke up in another world. Sounds exciting, right? WRONG! Before he could even process his isekai moment, he found himself being chased by a horde of horny male orcs. From dodging unwanted "affections", to getting thrown in jail, to accidentally sleeping in horse crap and earning just enough to not starve. Between dealing with an ex-adventurer boss, getting tricked by his so-called "friends," and realizing even slimes are harder to kill than he thought, his life in this new world is anything but the overpowered adventure he dreamed of. Instead of becoming a hero, he’s stuck as a low-wage wall repairman, constantly broke, and now the locals call him "Shitman." With zero cheat skills, no legendary weapons, and a severe lack of dignity, Hazekaya is left wondering—"Why is my isekai life like this!?"

Nithya was shocked when her husband, Naveen was found dead, and she's accused of the crime. As evidence mounts against her, she's left reeling, insisting on her innocence. Enter CBI Officer Arjun , tasked with unraveling the mystery. As he digs deeper, he discovers a labyrinth of secrets and lies surrounding Naveen's life. Arjun's determination to uncover the truth joins force with local police officers As the investigation unfolds, Arjun exposes a surprising culprit and a secret motive that threatens to destroy Nithya's life forever. . . . . . Will he clear her name before it's too late? Join me in the story of Arjun and Nithya which is filled with mystery and suspense

[WARNING: MATURE CONTENT 18+. No rape. No NTR. No Yuri] WebNovel Spirity Awards 2025 Entry Update Schedule Daily Updates: One chapter per day Power Stone Ranking Goals Top 100: Additional 1 chapter (release weekend) Top 50: Additional 2 chapters (release weekend) Top 25: Additional 3 chapters (release weekend) Top 10: Additional 4 chapters (release weekend) Top 1: Additional 5 chapters (release weekend) Please note that any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, real world events, or locales is purely coincidental and unintentional. The characters, places, and incidents portrayed in this work of fiction are products of the author's imagination. Discord: https://discord.gg/mXMRjzF

Check out my new novel: My Xianxia Harem Life https://www.webnovel.com/book/31552469900272505 Notice to Readers This is a NETORI novel—where the protagonist does the stealing, not the crying. If you’re here for NTR (netorare) tears, you’re in the wrong place. Thanks for reading! Update Schedule Daily Updates: Two chapters per day Power Stone Ranking Goals Top 100: Additional 1 chapter (release weekend) Top 50: Additional 2 chapters (release weekend) Top 25: Additional 3 chapters (release weekend) Top 10: Additional 4 chapters (release weekend) Top 1: Additional 5 chapters (release weekend) Please note that any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, real world events, or locales is purely coincidental and unintentional. The characters, places, and incidents portrayed in this work of fiction are products of the author's imagination. Discord: https://discord.gg/mXMRjzF

[WARNING: MATURE CONTENT 18+. Contains Netori, No rape. No Yuri] patreon.com/The_Procrastinator Update Schedule Daily Updates: One chapter per day Power Stone Ranking Goals Top 100: Additional 1 chapter (release weekend) Top 50: Additional 2 chapters (release weekend) Top 25: Additional 3 chapters (release weekend) Top 10: Additional 4 chapters (release weekend) Top 1: Additional 5 chapters (release weekend) Please note that any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, real world events, or locales is purely coincidental and unintentional. The characters, places, and incidents portrayed in this work of fiction are products of the author's imagination. Discord: https://discord.gg/mXMRjzF

Tired of Naruto fanfics where the MC is from the modern world but failed to introduce even a modern pen. Talk about lost potential. This isn't your typical overpowered reincarnation story. MC's journey is one of progressive power-ups, fuelled by his scientific brilliance and a relentless drive to improve the world around him. Forget instant god-like abilities; MC starts small, applying his medical knowledge to revolutionise local healthcare, then gradually introducing concepts like basic modern microbiology, scientific agriculture, and eventually, more complex technologies. He's not just a ninja; he's a visionary, building an empire of innovation and change but also preparing for the war-torn period yet to come.

Elena Devereux has spent her life hunting monsters, earning a reputation as the “No Ability Hunter” for her lack of supernatural powers. But when a series of brutal murders leads her to the mysterious town of Blackthorn, she finds herself face-to-face with Liam, the powerful and brooding alpha of the local werewolf pack. Forced into an uneasy alliance, Elena and Liam uncover a chilling prophecy: the resurrection of Behemoth, a demon god destined to bring the world to its knees. As they race against time to stop the apocalypse, forbidden feelings ignite between them, threatening to derail their mission. In Moonlit Shadows, fate and loyalty collide as a hunter and a werewolf must confront their darkest secrets, risking everything to protect a world that sees them as enemies.

Protagonist Emily, a successful event planner in her late 20s, has given up on love after a string of failed relationships. She focuses on her career and building a new life in a small town. One day, Emily meets Ben, a handsome and charming local florist, while working on a wedding event. They clash initially, but as they continue to cross paths, Emily finds herself drawn to Ben's kind and genuine nature. As they grow closer, Emily must confront her past heartaches and learn to trust again. Meanwhile, Ben has his own secrets and fears, which threaten to derail their budding relationship. Will Emily and Ben be able to overcome their fears and doubts to find love in full bloom?

Katon, a billionaire's son, traded his gilded cage for the open road, seeking life's rawest experiences. A daredevil at heart, he carved a path of adventure, forging friendships and igniting fleeting romances across the globe. But when a fiercely independent woman unearths his deepest secrets, Katon faces an unexpected battle – one of the heart. Can he conquer his inner demons and win the woman who dared to challenge him? Disclaimer: This novel is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places, and incidents are products of the author's imagination or are used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual events, locales, or persons, living or dead, is entirely coincidental. Created on 5th March 2024 the story is planned to be below 250 chapters with satisfaction ending.

Madeline Rose had only ever worked in her father's local blacksmith shop and occasionally helped her mother at the farm. Her skin had become tanned from the hot sun, but despite all of this, she did not complain. Even though she didn't come from a wealthy home, she was content. However, her life turned upside down when she stumbled upon a darkness that refused to leave her alone. There was him, a man cloaked in mystery and malice, a presence that sent chills down her spine. His eyes, shrouded in shadows, held a depth of darkness that seemed to swallow the light around him. When their paths crossed, Madeline felt a cold dread wash over her, as if she had invited a malevolent force into her world.

Lady Isabella, a free-spirited and fiery noblewoman, lives life on her own terms. She spends her nights gambling, drinking, and revelling in the local pub, much to the dismay of her father, Lord Griswold. However, her carefree existence is turned upside down when Sir Leofric, a ruggedly handsome and charming but temperamental knight, announces his intention to marry her during an honour party thrown by her father. Isabella is horrified, having never wanted to be tied down to a man like Leofric. She resents his controlling nature and fears losing her independence. Yet, as they spend more time together, Isabella finds herself drawn to Leofric's charisma and passion, despite his rough exterior. As their wedding approaches, Isabella must confront the battle within herself. Will she choose the freedom and wild lifestyle she's always known, or succumb to the allure of Leofric's charm and risk losing herself in the process? As she navigates this tumultuous journey, Isabella discovers that true love and surrender can be the greatest freedom of all.

"So, that's how my life ends, what a waste of time it was...". These were the last thoughts of a young man, shot by accident in a fight between local gangs. Little did he know that he would soon wake up in another world, a world of cultivation! This is the story of the whoreson of a wealthy family, of a transmigrator that had no purpose in his previous life, of a demon that will make power his reason to keep on living. Noah Balvan, after he transmigrated, will have to fight against his social status and the many difficulties of the world he was reborn in to obtain the power to stand free in the sky above anyone! Follow me on twitter: https://twitter.com/EoCNovels Instagram: eocnovels Discord link: https://discord.gg/CNh28NP Cover artist: https://digitalrowye.com/ Fandom: https://botds.fandom.com/wiki/Birth_of_the_Demonic_Sword_Wiki

Mark is a genius military weapon designer who was kidnapped by a mafia gang after refusing to work for them. They forced him to design unique weapons for five years, until one day he successfully escaped only to get shot by his trusted comrades. *Ding! You awakened a weapon system. When he opened his eyes, he was in a different body and in a different world. "You want to kill a wild boar without being detected? Forget about bow and arrow. Here, I present you this sniper rifle." "You want to kill a horde of goblins from the sky? Forget about those flying carpets and brooms. Here, I present you the fighter jet." "You want to kill a dragon? Forget about taking the help of the S-class adventure team. Here, I present you a nuclear bomb." Join Mark Spencer/ Lu Zhen as he brings the whole world to its knees with the help of his weapon system. *** Note: Author isn't born in an English-speaking nation and has no editor either. So, please be understanding if there are any grammatical errors. ************** Author's current works: War Online, My Soul Card is a Reaper Author's other notable works: The Last Slytherin, The Sharingan Hyuga ************** You can also support the Author through Patreon or buy coffee on Ko-fi.com https://www.patreon.com/snowstar https://ko-fi.com/snowstar5061

It hurts, my hole body, my head. My hand went to my throat, there too equally hurt as much. And next came my air… it went fast, faster than I could even imagine, my lungs felt out of air, and it was only a matter of time, did I process to breath in. My awaken had been so peaceful I forgot to breath… My awaken? I looked up, and saw I had fallen right in front of a mirror, my hair covering my pained and distressed face, my heart pounding like before, and my hands digging into the carpet to my group. What happened? What happened? What happened? Nabie Reigns?! The door knob twisted, an old looking lady walking in, and her face hold the same distress mine did. Mother… “Nabie dear… your late for school.”

This book consists of very long chapters. [2k-2.5k average words per chapter] ............................ Dave was a quiet man and a simple cook that worked in a local deli in a small town. One day a job opportunity comes knocking on his door which could be his ticket out of his simple and mundane life in his town. But things take a wrong turn when the job that he was so excited about turns out to be a trick played by supernatural forces to make him agree to play a game… Tricked and then kidnapped from normal life he is forced to play a part in a deadly marathon called the Race to the Top for the entertainment of the Gods. The rules of the Marathon were pretty simple, players chosen by the gods would be sent to another dimension comprising of 9 different worlds or floors. And the first one to cross the 9th floor successfully wins the game. Thrown into a world of magic and swords naive Dave constantly struggles to keep living and also witnesses a lot of atrocities committed just for the sake of entertainment of the so-called ‘Gods’. There are monstrous beasts in these worlds that could kill him with a flick of their paws while the locals of the world are all scheming and cunning bastards that wouldn't think twice before stabbing him in the back. Now armed with a system that could improve his overall stats as well as an inventory with limited face, he decided to fight off all of his adversaries head-on. Now all that is left to see is whether he would be able to make it to the Top. .............................................................................................................. Note- 1>The word count of chapters fluctuates between 1.6k to 2k words till chapter-11. But from Chapter 12 onwards the word count of upcoming chapters would be at least 2k words. 2>Chapter would be released at exactly 9:25pm IST.

It's New Year's Eve, and the school is having another celebratory dinner, just like the day they arrived. And in the end, the local Santa Claus, Joz-Keragg, is invited to give the schoolchildren presents. The presents turned out to be strange, but are they as useless as they seem at first sight? And soon after the holiday, the school holds a tournament for the title of Best Young Magician. But is it worth hoping for a victory for those who are trying to play fair, if the rules change on the fly, and the organizer of the tournament openly favors his favorites? In a critical situation, sometimes abilities awaken that you didn't even know you had. Tim is no exception, although his gift, which was very opportune, turned out to be very unusual...

In a world of advanced technology, humanity has surpassed the boundaries of Earth and begun its exploration of the stars. Captain Elias Vren, a respected yet emotionally distant leader, takes command of the Aurora, the first interstellar spacecraft of its time. During a routine journey, the Aurora encounters a wormhole and is transported to an unknown planet inhabited by diverse, intelligent species. Separated from his crew and with no way to return to Earth, Elias faces a new reality—a planet on the brink of destruction, under constant threat of hostile invasions. With his skills, courage, and determination, Elias builds trust among the local species and rises as their leader. But this is not just a battle for survival. Elias must balance his sense of duty with an internal struggle against his flaws and past regrets. Will Elias find a way to lead these species toward a safer future and perhaps discover a path back home? Or will he remain forever trapped among the stars, becoming a legend who dared to lead into the unknown?

An ordinary mountain village boy accidentally entered the local Jianghu sect and became a famous disciple. With such an identity, how can he gain a foothold in the sect and enter the ranks of immortals with mediocre qualifications, so as to be proud of the three worlds!

Esmeralda Hawthorne, 36 years old woman who is unmarried was asked to find a spouse or her name would be ousted from the family inheritance. Charlotte Hernandez, 35 years old divorced woman and a single mother of a 16 year old daughter. she works as a medical doctor in a local hospital. on a day destined to change everything, Esmeralda has a car accident and was sent to the hospital. she witnessed a woman being harassed by a man and she helped the woman. the woman becomes in debted to her.

Ātma-sākṣī a.k.a. Atma Saksi (or आत्मसाक्षी) is reborn into a small family in a Kingdom that has existed for more than a millennia. This is humongous world with a variety of extraordinary power systems. Atma's mom's extreme beauty attracted the greed of the son of the Local Lord. Faced with a dead end Atma awakens his ability to summon characters/warriors from the past. To save his mom he summons one of the strongest warriors to have existed in the Dwapar Yug 'Aang Raj Karn' a.k.a. 'Surya Putra Karn'. Realising that only power can allow him to protect his family Atma decides to carve out his own Kingdom in this Brahmanda (ब्रह्माण्ड).

Abused and thrown away in a container, Mallory, eighteen years old, thinks that this is it; this is how her life is ending and what a tragic life it has been. But fate isn't done with her yet. Hunter Brown, a low-life gangster, is passing by an alleyway when he is alerted by the cries from a rolled-up carpet thrown in a container. She told him to let her die, but he decided to save her life. This is a novel about generations of secrets of the Wraith family being unfolded and an abused and broken girl who has to run for her life while trying to heal and start over. ________________________________________ Mallory walked into the dayroom, balancing a stack of dirty plates in her hands, each step echoing heavily on the floor. Seizing the moment, an uninterested Calvin Wraith decided to trip her as she passed by his seat, where he was engrossed in playing Snake on his phone. With a loud crash, Mallory stumbled and fell, sending the plates crashing to the ground and scattering everywhere. The commotion caught Mrs. Wraith's attention, and she rushed into the room, fuming with anger at the chaos. "Stupid girl!" Mrs. Wraith scolded and placed a hard slap across Mollory's face. With ringing ears and burning tears in her eyes, Mallory took a deep breath, striving to keep her voice steady as she pleaded, "I'm sorry, Mrs. Wraith. I'll clean this up right away." Lowering her gaze, she could hear Calvin snickering from the sofa, a smug grin on his face. "Yes, you will. I expect this room to be spotless in under an hour," Mrs. Wraith snapped, shoving Mallory aside before storming out. "Why did you do that?" Mallory asked, her voice strained as she looked up at Calvin after Mrs. Wraith had closed the door. Calvin stood up and moved closer, stopping just inches away from the frightened Mallory.

Nitram, un joven con una personalidad tranquila pero curiosa, es convencido por su amigo Zuni para visitar un pequeño local de música poco conocido llamado "Ecos del Pasado". Zuni busca desesperadamente el disco El Noa Noa de Juan Gabriel, y Nitram, aunque inicialmente reticente, acepta ir por curiosidad y para ayudar a su amigo. Al entrar al local, Nitram queda impresionado por la atmósfera nostálgica del lugar: estanterías llenas de vinilos, música suave de fondo, y un olor peculiar que mezcla antigüedad y calidez. Sin embargo, lo que realmente lo impacta es la presencia de Kosei Teki, una chica rubia que trabaja detrás del mostrador. Su actitud tímida, su concentración en el trabajo y su aspecto peculiar lo deslumbran desde el primer momento. Nitram se acerca al mostrador y, tras un breve intercambio de palabras, Kosei encuentra el disco que busca. A pesar de que la interacción es breve y algo torpe, Nitram no puede dejar de pensar en ella después de salir del local. Ese primer encuentro, aunque sencillo, siembra en él una curiosidad y un interés genuino hacia Kosei. @nitramssj

When a so-called “mage prodigy” at a prestigious magic academy tries to summon an unstoppable monster for an upcoming battle tournament, she accidentally hauls in an average-kun from Earth. Unfortunately for him, local legend paints Humans as the ultimate demon species—infamous for their indulgence in ungodly desires, greed, and destructive nature that destoryed the very habitat that gave life to them. Now, this bewildered “Human Demon” must keep up appearances, while his summoner scrambles to hide the fact that the only magic she can perform is Illusion Magic. Together, they’re caught between suspicious classmates, looming magical duels, and a system that expects them to be either fearsome or fantastically powerful, but in truth - they’re mostly just hilariously out of their depth. Prepare for magical mischiefs, comedic misunderstandings, and one grand illusion that might prove dangerously real. This is a tale of fight for survival, path to glory, and a journey of redemption.

Baek Junseo is sent to Japan to carry out the sabotage of threat that could bring down de local economy and safety of his country. But as soon as he arrives he disappears completely. His only trace left behind? The constant feeling of being watched that Vasiliy, his target, has begun to have for some time now.