No Second Prize

Layla Nightshade, a rising star in the acting world, is determined to become one of the greatest actresses. Her journey is fueled by her admiration for Zaya Swanson, a top model with a mysterious, icy heart. Two years after their first encounter, fate brings them together again when Zaya is forced to take on a lead role in a movie alongside Layla. As they navigate the challenges of the film set, Layla’s warmth begins to melt Zaya’s defenses. However, Zaya’s reluctance to engage in romantic scenes and her disdain for acting create tension. Layla is determined to uncover the reasons behind Zaya’s cold demeanor and help her rediscover the joy in life and love.

In Second Chance Runway, we follow the tumultuous life of Elena Vargas, a young woman whose beauty is overshadowed by her lack of self-care and the oppressive figures around her. At 21, she is forced into a loveless marriage by her mother, to a man who is nothing but cruel. Despite landing a lucrative job at the prestigious Grand State Buildings, Elena’s life is far from grand as her husband seizes her earnings, and her family treats her with disdain. Her world shatters further when her husband’s affair with her sister comes to light. Just when it seems like her story has reached its tragic end, fate intervenes. A fatal accident sends Elena back in time, waking up as her 18-year-old self. With memories of her past life intact, she seizes this miraculous opportunity to rewrite her destiny. Determined to pursue her long-forgotten dream of becoming a supermodel, Elena embarks on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. But it’s not just about the glitz and glamour; it’s about settling scores. As she rises through the ranks of the fashion world, Elena plots a sophisticated revenge against those who wronged her, all while navigating the complexities of love, family, and fame. Will Elena’s second chance lead her to the life she’s always dreamed of, or will the shadows of her past prove too difficult to escape? Second Chance Runway is a story of resilience, ambition, and the transformative power of self-belief.

One fateful day Karl an ordinary bully in his campus gets killed only to wake in a another world in someone else's body. Will he still be a bully? or something great? (This contains high violence and an interesting plot read at your own risk.) Note: New chapters are dropped daily

--- A Second Lease Amura's life has been defined by struggle and failure, from a rejected knighthood to a battlefield betrayal that cost him everything. Just as death seemed inevitable, a mysterious second chance emerges—an opportunity to rewrite his destiny. Meanwhile, Ren, a prodigy in both swordsmanship and magic, walks a path shrouded in mystery. As their fates intertwine, both will face trials that test not only their strength but the very essence of their beliefs. Will Amura's newfound resolve and Ren's enigmatic journey shape the world—or destroy it? Embark on a tale of rebirth, resilience, and the pursuit of greatness. This is their second lease on life, and they intend to make it count. ---

Stuck in a mundane finance job and burdened by his father’s high expectations, Alex Han feels like a failure. When an alien observer mistakenly abducts him while trying to capture an ant, Alex finds himself thrust into an unexpected adventure. In a panic, he activates what he thinks is an escape pod, only to discover it’s a time machine that fuses him with a pair of futuristic headphones—now the alien’s makeshift form. As the duo navigates Alex’s earlier years, they must confront their insecurities and prove Alex’s significance to the future. With the help of his foul-mouthed extraterrestrial companion, Alex learns that true worth comes from within—even if it takes a chaotic journey through time to discover it.

*In a world where strength is power, the weakest link can be the deadliest.* This mesmerizing MMORPG sequel follows the life of an extremely poor orphan named Takeru Kamada. In "No Gun, No Life," Takeru Kamada is an avid gamer who finds himself trapped in the world of "Eternal Realm," a popular online game along with millions of other players. Unlike other players who can choose their abilities and classes, Takeru discovers he's stuck as a "Gunner" - a rare class with unique firearms-based skills. As Takeru navigates this new reality, he realizes that logging out is impossible, and the only way to survive is to play by the game's rules. While death in the game meant… —No one knows— With his Gunner abilities, he must form alliances, conquer challenges, and uncover hidden secrets within the game. But Takeru soon learns that "Eternal Realm" created by an anonymous developer, has its own agenda, and players are mere pawns in a larger scheme. With no escape in sight, Takeru must adapt, strategize, and master his Gunner skills to unravel the mysteries of the game and ensure his survival. Will Takeru find a way to break free from "Eternal Realm," or will he become forever trapped in this virtual world, forced to live by the mantra: "No Gun, No Life"? ***Are you a fan of a world where the reality is a game? The real world gets dumped in a corner and reality becomes a game, a gun game. if you are, then this is just the book for you.***

In a city where crime masquerades as business, factions and gangs carve the streets into their territories. Known as the City of Wonder, it promises dreams fulfilled for the right price. Here, chaos is tamed before it can spread, controlled by an iron grip of order masked in corruption. But what happens when this delicate balance is disrupted? When one day, the city meets a mysterious figure in a mask, everything begins to unravel.

Tragedy strikes, but Drey Edward and his classmates are given a second chance. What will they do in this new life, will they follow the will of others in this dangerous new world to save it from destruction, or make their own way through the uncharted.

Cyrus was a man who was born into poverty and had to learn how to fend for himself on his own. His parents struggled to find a way to make ends meet, so he had to resort to petty theft and deception in order to keep himself alive. As time went on, he began to lose sight of who he truly was, which was protecting his family from the cruelty of the world. All he could think of was how to become wealthier and wealthier, no matter the cost. Through a combination of charm, manipulation, and ruthlessness, Cyrus clawed his way to success, only for it to be taken away from him after he was brutally crushed by the poor architectural designs of his apartment complex. It seemed death wasn't the end for him when he came face-to-face with a god who called himself Omnixis. They were able to make a deal that he has no recollection of, and he was reborn as Cyrus Moreno in the world of Elyria.

A weak, powerless boy in a modern-medieval world of monsters, powers, magic, and guns, on his way to become the strongest man in the world, but at what cost...?

A Second Chance is a story about a guy named Ryan Mitchell who dies and gets reincarnated into another world to have his second chance at life. In his new life he goes through many challenges, meets many people, and enjoys his life to the fullest.

"Bajo el peso de la corona". En un continente dividido por rivalidades ancestrales y ambiciones desenfrenadas, los siete reinos han convivido en una frágil paz que podría desmoronarse en cualquier momento. Haru, un príncipe nacido en el más pequeño y olvidado de los reinos, carga con un sueño ambicioso: unir a todos los reinos y devolver la paz y prosperidad a un continente marcado por la desconfianza y los conflictos. Guiado por su determinación y un profundo sentido de justicia, Haru se enfrenta a desafíos que van más allá de las diferencias políticas y culturales. A su lado, figuras clave como Rin, su leal confidente, y Hikari, su hermana menor, serán pilares en su misión. Pero no todos comparten su visión; enemigos en las sombras conspiran para frustrar sus planes y perpetuar la discordia.

Six years after being ousted from his debut group due to facial burns, Suh Hyun-Woo finds himself regressing back to his days as a trainee, engulfed once more in the world of ruthless competition.This time, he's determined: he will make his debut, no matter what it takes. Second Try Idol novel is a popular light novel covering Fantasy, Slice of life, Reincarnation genres. Written by the Author Tinta틴타 . Read Second Try Idol novel online for free.

Ryu Ji-Ho was nothing more than a third-rate director, trapped in the shadows of his own failures. But when fate handed him a second chance, he was reborn with an unbreakable resolve. This time, Ryu Ji-Ho wasn't just dreaming; he was building an empire. From the cutthroat Korean film industry to the dazzling lights of Hollywood, he crafted his story with a sharp vision and a courage that knew no bounds. Yet, behind the glittering façade of his career lay a dark secret, one that threatened to destroy everything he had painstakingly built. With enemies lurking around every corner, Ryu Ji-Ho was forced to confront his past and make a choice—between the intoxicating glory of success or the inevitable downfall that awaited him.

First love doesn't always end with a happy ending. For the happiness of the woman he loves, he wilingly let her go to another man. Since then, his heart is closed and love is only a game of feelings for him. Why should he waste his time by falling in love with someone else? Their first meeting started with a blind date where she stood him up. Fate decided to mess with their lives and they met again when she applied for a job at his company. There is no doubt that they feel something for each other, but would she be able to open his heart for love this time? After all, it is not easy to compete with the woman he has loved in his heart for 10 years. Excerpt: She stared into his eyes. "No matter how much you loved her in the past, from now on, there will only be me in your world. The unique me who will make you happy and make you forget the past. Wei Zhengsheng, I know you like me, and I hope you'll be satisfied with my existence." •••••• This is a continuation/sequel to My Little Sweet Wife, involving two secondary characters in there. Can be read as a stand-alone book, but for a better understanding, please read Book 1. • • • • English is not my first language, so please expect some grammatical errors in this book. • • • • Cherryiako's other books: » My Little Sweet Wife [Completed] » Sweet Beauty [Completed]

Clay Frost, a career firefighter is having a terrible no good day, or year, or life. He finally hits his breaking point one day when he comes home and his wife has left to be with another. Drunk and ready to end it all. Staring into the abyss ready to leap. Clay wakes suddenly finding himself laying in a ditch in what looks like a medieval town. First time writing ever, be gentle, this is for fun.

While being murdered on national television by a still student hero, Lord Atila cursed her to be reincarnaded as her firstborn. Ten years later, he finally reincarnates on a halfway understandable world and a new body and life he has to adapt in order to try to dominate the world again, now with the help of his evil organization/little friends.

Albi has always lived an empty troubled life, moving on with no purpose, or goal. After a certain incident he found himself in another world, and sharing his body with someone else? Who brought them here? And why? Whatever the reason may be, to Albi, and Bailey it's their Second Chance! This novel is being published both on Royal Road, and Webnovel.

Jolyn received a harsh rejection from her fiance and the head of their pack all because she was human. Humiliated and heartbroken, she decides to take her life however, fate had more in stored. She finds herself in the presence of a strange man who introduces himself as the Lycan King but most importantly - Her Father. Follow Jolyn's new life from rock bottom to royalty as she tends to her past feelings while looking forward to a possible bright future.

Amelia never thought the man she built her life with would betray her. But when David, her husband of ten years, casually hands her divorce papers and admits to an affair, her world collapses. Standing at the edge of despair, she contemplates the unthinkable. But then, a single thought pulls her back—her twins. They need her. And more than that, she needs to rebuild for them and for herself. Determined to start anew, Amelia takes her first shaky steps toward independence. It’s a lonely road, but her resolve grows with every challenge she faces—until a chance meeting changes everything. Enter Ethan, the powerful, enigmatic CEO whose world seems untouchable. Their connection is instant, but after all she's been through, Amelia guards her heart fiercely. Yet, behind his stoic exterior, Ethan sees Amelia's strength and vulnerability, and he's drawn to her in a way he can’t explain. As she fights for custody of her children, battles her ex-husband’s manipulations, and strives to rebuild her career, Amelia begins to realize that maybe she can have more than just survival—maybe she can have a second chance at love, too. But trust doesn’t come easily, and neither does the life she’s striving to create. “I’ll fight for what’s mine,” she says, her voice steady, even as her heart races. “Then I’ll be right beside you,” Ethan replies, offering more than just his power—he’s offering his heart.

"You are the only one that can make this happen. Take my virginity and all these ends. Do with me whatever you want." It is true when they say that 'anyone who goes around seeking darkness, will find the darkness and the darkness will end up consuming him. Or her.' This is the case of Princess Zamira who grows up with the knowledge that she is to rule her father's kingdom after his demise but everything takes a different turn after the throne falls into peril and becomes at risk of being taken away completely and the right to rule, lost. Everything is done to save the throne and the kingdom but every effort proves to be futile and now there is only one option left; and that is for the Princess to get married to an old tyrant king, Alvarez. Leaving Mira with no choice, she decides to go through with the marriage which is scheduled to hold at Alvarez's hotel. Before the wedding ceremony even began, Alvarez tries to forcefully have sex with her but Mira resists him and escapes. Without knowing where to run to that night, she inadvertently enters the suite of a well known mogul in the hotel and hides in the dark until the uproar about her search subsided. Just when she is about to leave the suite, she hears a deep voice coming out from the water, halting her and stopping every flow of life in her. "Who are you?" She makes a bold attempt to inquire of him. "I am Devile, and I am the second son of Satan." Came his fiery response. Despite the fear that crept in slowly inside of her, Mira has a little stroke of hope -- that maybe she has met him. The one who would save her from her unfortunate fate. But the question is; who exactly is this man and will he save her as she hopes or will he consume her with his darkness? ... WARNING!!! Erotic sex scenes in some chapters.

A woman kidnaps a man who murdered her friends years before. Through a force transformation the killer becomes a woman herself. Testing to see if a transformation can change the very essence of a soul. In a race to discovery they both begin to find out more than they bargained for on the nature of man.