Black Lives Matter Essay Contest

In summer of 2018, a 13-year old Lucas Steele stumbles upon a mysterious vortex, triggering haunting nightmares of a transformed world overrun by rifts and monsters. When a creature emerges from the vortex to attack him. Over the next six years, Lucas becomes consumed by his search for answers, as the vortex’s influence reshapes his reality. By 2024, the vortex manifests globally, turning the world into a chaotic landscape filled with rifts, monsters, and unforeseen dangers.

Yoonah, a film producer with a talent for turning stories into cinematic masterpieces, stumbles upon a peculiar novel during her search for the next big project. The book is unlike anything she’s ever encountered—not a single character has a name, except for one: Wonwoo. Its eerie final words haunt her: If you want to know more about this book, find Wonwoo. Unable to shake her curiosity, Yoonah spends a sleepless night thinking about the mystery, but she ultimately dismisses it as a clever marketing ploy. That is, until an anonymous message arrives, directing her to an architecture company where she meets Wonwoo, the cold CEO whose name matches the book’s cryptic clue. Unbeknownst to them both,Wonwoo has traversed time seven times to save Yuna’s life, sacrificing his memories in the process, no longer knowing who Yoonah is. As Yoonah dives deeper into the mystery of the book and her connection to Wonwoo, she uncovers a tale of love and sacrifice.

After a mysterious cosmic failure, a tiny, ancient spacefaring being bound to the forces of dark matter and energy crashes onto Earth and inadvertently integrates itself into the brain of Antonio "Tony" Williams, a middle-aged Marine veteran turned gig worker in Santa Monica. This chance encounter transforms Tony's ordinary life into something extraordinary as the being, nicknamed "Roomie," begins to repair itself by enhancing Tony's mind and body with abilities far beyond human limits. Together, Tony and Roomie navigate the intricacies of their shared consciousness, with Tony gaining an unparalleled understanding of the universe’s fundamental forces—dark matter and dark energy. As Tony’s powers grow, so do his responsibilities, forcing him to balance his evolving identity with his relationships, especially with his fiercely loyal girlfriend, Jay, who struggles to reconcile the man she loves with the extraordinary being he’s becoming. As Tony’s bond with Roomie deepens, he embarks on an intense journey of self-mastery, training to manipulate dark matter and eventually create the building blocks of the universe itself. With Roomie’s guidance, Tony begins constructing atoms from scratch, learning to harness his newfound abilities while grappling with the weight of his transformations. But as the pair uncover the secrets of the cosmos, Tony must face the challenges of integrating his superhuman abilities into his life, all while understanding the profound implications of wielding the universe’s most powerful forces. In a story that blends science fiction with human connection, The Dark Matter Sage explores what it means to grow, adapt, and take responsibility for unimaginable power.

Yeon-woo had a twin brother who disappeared five years ago. One day, a pocket watch left by his brother returned to his possession. Inside, he found a hidden diary in which was recorded “By the time you hear this, I guess I will be already dead….” Obelisk, the Tower of the Sun God, a world where several universes and dimensions intersect. In this world, his brother had fallen victim to betrayal while climbing up the tower. After learning the truth, Yeon-woo decided to climb the tower along with his brother’s diary. “From now on, I am Jeong-woo Cha.”

In a world filled with monsters, demons, and magic users born with elemental powers, a boy is born without any magic or elements. Despite this, he possesses monstrous strength and speed, faster than light. Armed with a mysterious sword that can change shape, he fights against an unknown cosmic force. His journey leads him to uncover the secrets of his origins and the true nature of the universe.

Joon Park, a 25-year-old battling stage 3 thyroid cancer, believes his time is up as he closes his eyes in a hospital room. Yet, instead of darkness, he awakens in an emergency room, inexplicably performing life-saving actions as a doctor. When tragedy strikes again, he finds himself reborn, this time as a firefighter. Joon discovers that each time he dies, he is reincarnated into a purposeful new role—a teacher, chef, scientist, and more—always in South Korea but in vastly different settings. Retaining memories of his past lives, Joon grows deeply connected to the people he meets and the lessons each life brings. He also encounters a mysterious figure who appears across his lives, hinting at a larger force behind his journey. As Joon cycles through lives, he grapples with mortality, legacy, and the meaning of existence. He cherishes bonds formed across lifetimes, even as those he loves don’t remember him. Through acts of service, creativity, and compassion, Joon learns to embrace the beauty of each fleeting moment.

"Hold on..." The rustling of falling clothes magnifies under the silence of the night. Lying in the midst of torn corpses and bloody soil the couple entwines under the moon. Protected only by the clothes spread out beneath her the young woman shivers. Feeling the touch of his slippery tongue running across the curve of her back. "Wait." She murmurs... "I can't." The man answers as callused hands slip into the fabrics of her dress. It's not that, she tries but unable to express. "They're... watching..." The man laughs instead, "is this another way for you to reject me?" No. That's not it the young woman thought as she listens to the voices overhead. "Hey! Move over, I can't see!" "See?! What are you watching!? Roll to the side, she's my representative!" "Shut up! I can't hear the sounds!!" "Calm down everyone." Tears gather at the corner of her eyes as the young lady listen to the conversation above. Biting on her lips she really wanted to shout to the sky, "you shameless deities!! Stop watching!!!"

My existence passed in a simple and ordinary way, a daily routine that had been my companion for as long as I can remember. However, there was something peculiar that made the difference: at unpredictable moments, a break in the continuity of time would occur, and the universe would freeze, leaving me as the only being capable of moving.... or maybe I wasn't at all.

Three months after his sister's mysterious '' death '', David embarks on a perilous journey to uncover the legendary End Crystal, a mythical artifact said to have the power to resurrect the dead. Driven by grief and determination, he ventures into a world teeming with danger, where ancient secrets and relentless enemies threaten to derail his quest. As David faces trials that test his strength, wit, and resolve, he discovers that bringing his sister back may come at a price greater than he ever imagined.

A young man, Luca, lives in a world where every individual gets one chance to live. However, after a near-fatal accident, Luca wakes up in a mysterious organization called The Circle, where he learns that certain individuals—known as Loopers—are granted the ability to live multiple lives, each in a different reality or timeline. Each time Luca dies, he is reborn into a different version of the world. Some lives are filled with war and famine, others with peace and utopia, but in every reality, the same core group of individuals, including his lost love Elara, reappears in different roles—sometimes as allies, sometimes as enemies, and sometimes they don’t recognize him at all. The twist? Luca discovers that someone is manipulating these realities, forcing him into these endless loops for an unknown reason. As he uncovers clues and conspiracies across each life, he realizes that he must stop this cycle before all realities collapse into one final catastrophic event.

Follow Subra Fitz as he explores the strange power that allows him to create and control avatars in another world.

In this world, ascending to upper realms was a matter of resources and ability. No matter the status or power level, if you have the money and the willingness to, you can live in any realm of your choosing. However, the higher the realm, the more power there is to tap into and cultivate. However, a devastating war led to a change in the rules. Who is brave enough to seek the Supremacy and rule the world? By: Jerlani

In a world trapped in eternal frost, Kael, a cursed exile hunted for his forbidden power, discovers a medallion tied to an ancient secret. Teaming up with Lira, a fierce warrior, they unravel a truth that could thaw—or destroy—their world.

"Tapestry of Lives" is a rich narrative that follows the interconnected lives of several characters from different walks of life. Set against the backdrop of a bustling city, the story weaves together themes of love, loss, redemption, and the pursuit of dreams. Through a series of intertwined vignettes, the characters navigate through their individual challenges and triumphs, ultimately discovering the profound ways in which their lives intersect and influence one another. As their stories unfold, you are drawn into a captivating tapestry of human experience, where each thread contributes to the intricate and beautiful fabric of life.

Isadora von Montclair, a once man, who finds herself thrust into a dramatic scenario straight out of a manhwa she was reading. As she grapples with her new reality, she navigates the challenges of being engaged to a prince who may be unfaithful, all while trying to maintain her dignity and assert her agency. With the help of her loyal maids, Cordelia Hawthorne and Madame Genevieve St. Claire, she begins to take charge of her destiny, starting with the bold decision to cancel her engagement. Despite the uncertainty and the looming threat of a tragic fate, Isadora's determination and resourcefulness shine through as she faces the trials ahead.

Rowan, an ordinary twenty-something with a penchant for fantasy novels, is suddenly pulled into the world of his latest read—Between the pages. In this brutal and unforgiving realm, he finds himself as a nameless soldier, doomed to die in the opening battle like countless others. However, instead of succumbing to the violence, Rowan discovers he has been granted a powerful and mysterious ability—the Shardbound System, which allows him to mimic the skills and abilities of those he observes, though only for short periods of time. Thrown into a world of politics, war, and treachery, Rowan must quickly adapt, using his newfound power to survive and navigate the shifting allegiances of the realm. Along the way, he encounters Ardyn, a morally ambiguous mercenary whose motives remain unclear, and the Crimson King, a tyrant whose conquest of the land seems inevitable. With every step, Rowan realizes that his presence in this world is no accident, and that the rules of the story are beginning to unravel. Now, Rowan must decide: can he survive long enough to carve out his own fate in a world where heroes are fickle and villains rule? Or will the story consume him as it does the countless nameless souls before him? One thing is certain—Rowan isn’t just an extra anymore. He’s a player in a story that’s changing by the moment, and his choices might just be the key to altering its course forever.

In the heart-wrenching tale "After Nine Lives," Vanya's existence is a never-ending cycle of birth, suffering, and rebirth. Born as the illegitimate child of a mistress, Vanya's life is forever marred by the cruel fate that awaits her. Orphaned at a tender age, Vanya is forced into a loveless engagement with a wealthy and ruthless man. Desperate to escape the shackles of this arranged marriage, Vanya flees to marry the love of her life. For a brief moment, she tastes happiness, but it's short-lived. Her husband's brutal nature is revealed, and Vanya's life becomes a living hell. Her grandmother's tragic death at his hands, coupled with her stepsister's cruel betrayal, leaves Vanya shattered. The memories of her husband's sadistic smile and her stepsister's smug face are forever etched in her mind. Yet, fate grants Vanya a second chance. She's reborn, determined to alter her destiny and find true love. But with each new life, Vanya faces insurmountable hurdles. She's met with rejection, heartbreak, and loss at every turn. Her quest for happiness seems forever elusive. However, a glimmer of hope appears in each life. Vanya meets a man who bears an uncanny resemblance to her true love from her second life. The same piercing eyes, the same bright smile, and the same kind heart. It's as if fate is giving her another chance to rekindle the love they shared. The vows they exchanged in a past life – to be together for seven lifetimes – now seem like a beacon of hope. Vanya begins to realize that she's been given multiple chances to relive their love story, to correct the mistakes of the past, and to create a new destiny. As Vanya navigates her ninth and final life, she must confront the darkness of her past and the evil that has haunted her for so long. She must also face the ultimate question: will she finally find redemption and true love, or will she remain forever trapped in this vicious cycle of birth, death, and rebirth? Will Vanya be able to break the curse and find happiness with her soulmate, or will fate have other plans for her? Dive into the world of "After Nine Lives" to find out.

Black Gorlock: A Tale of Love, Loss In the grim shadow of Mount Compton, a dystopian wasteland where despair is the only constant, lives Boris Chickon, known to all as "Black Gorlock." Once a man full of love and laughter, Black Gorlock now carries the weight of his sorrow after losing Shaniqua to the sinister Pimp Boss, Fredy Cash. His grief manifests in his ever-increasing size, but he holds onto one symbol of his former self - a magnificent top hat, which he wears with pride. Driven by a whisper of hope on a dark morning, Black Gorlock sets out on a perilous journey to win back his love. Through treacherous landscapes and against numerous adversaries, he battles not only the external threats but also the demons of his own despair. His only allies are his sword, his sorrow, and his cherished top hat. "Black Gorlock" is an intense narrative of love's resilience, the burden of loss, and the quest for redemption. It's the story of a man who, despite the overwhelming odds and his own physical and emotional struggles, fights with every ounce of his being to reclaim his heart and his life. In a world shrouded in darkness, Black Gorlock's journey is a beacon of hope, illustrating that even in the heaviest of times, love can lead to the most triumphant of victories.

i head the door click open and close and I needed no one to tell me my Mama was home already. I stood up from the bed heading out to welcome her when I heard. "Ada start packing we are going to Korea" My world halted, everything just stood still, time just stopped. "What". I whispered disbelieving. The soft clicking sound of her heels brought me back to reality, I hurried to the stairs meeting her on her way to her room. "What did Just say" I had to respectful ask,composing myself despite the excitement bubbling up in me.In Nigeria,you don't behave anyhow Infront of your Mama it's a training most Nigeria children were taught. " We are going to Korea" My Mama repeated despite her irritation on repeating something she already said or done. "I have a serious Business there and get bought the earliest flight there which is tomorrow, so start packing."she said stepping into her room. I quickly ran inside my room and jumped on my bed, I pressed the pillow on my face and screamed which came out muffled. I can't believe this. I'M GOING TO KOREA. Ada Davis is the name, she a Nigerian as much as she is a Korean she has a nak for dance, she I s. popular tiktoker who is very well known in Africa because of her precise dance moves and her asian-like,she is the only daughter her single mother who the CEO of a construction company. She come to Korea under the influence of her mother shifting work to new country because of its projects. she loves Korea and everything about it and is excited to get to school there and infact do everything there but what happens when the solitude she hopes get there when she fibd out who she truly is, she only knows her Nigerian nationality but not her Korean'swhat happens when she is being targeted to murder just because of it fine out it. BLACK BARBIE.

In the bustling city of New York, two vastly different worlds collide at a prestigious university. Alex, a prodigy on the football field, is focused on securing a better future for his family. With his striking blonde looks, piercing blue eyes, and disciplined lifestyle, he seems untouchable—but he hides a vulnerability beneath his perfect facade. Olivia, on the other hand, is a fiery artist with a passion for life. Her red hair and dazzling personality turn heads everywhere she goes. Coming from a wealthy family, she exudes confidence and freedom, exploring the world with unapologetic curiosity. When their paths cross, sparks fly. Yet their contrasting lives and views create more questions than answers. As their bond deepens through late-night conversations and unexpected encounters, both Alex and Olivia are forced to confront what they truly want—and what they’re willing to risk to find it. “Beneath the Surface” is a story of passion, discovery, and the magnetic pull between opposites. In a world of expectations and hidden desires, will they dare to uncover the truth about themselves—and each other?

United Nations Interplanetary Command scientists have discovered that Earth will become uninhabitable in 2401. In early 2399, a fleet with experimental technology was assembled to locate an immediately habitable planet. However, the fleet is almost immediately engaged by alien forces. Now facing opposition from a superior foe, the fleet must find a way to defeat the enemy and complete the mission. This story follows three characters: Alpha Nine, a Drengr Super soldier, who's past is so classified that he uses a pseudonym instead of his real name. Mark Helms, another, older Drengr super soldier. He's a legend, even amongst his peers, and probably the most decorated soldier in history. Tacitus Killgore, the captain of the USS Amber Clad, one of the fleet's destroyers. He is an experienced Commander in the United States Space Force. Inspired by Halo and Space Battleship Yamato.

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In the Realm Of Sylvan, a Realm where every life can develop themselves by relying on the Tree Of Entis inside their Sea Of Consciousness. Which gives them a System Panel that can provide many knowledge and Skills depending on what they do. A young boy named Kass has awakened a strange Innate Skill named [Nine Lives Cat]. This Skill gave him nine lives, and as long as he died, he could return to the day he received this Skill, along with being able to bring things from his previous life to his next life as well. ... The seasons have changed; many years have passed. Kass has gone through many ups and downs in his life. Whether it's a happy story or a sad story, until the day he 'betrayed' the association he had worked for all these years and was killed by a man who was like his younger brother. And the Skill worked as it should. Send him back to the day he was about to begin his journey from the village. But for some reason, when he checked the Innate Skill, Kass found that this 'second life' was actually his 'ninth life'. And in his Innate Skill Section, an additional mysterious Skill with an unknown name and unknown effects had appeared. What is the origin of this Unknown Skill? Is it something that interferes with [Nine Lives Cat] Skill? Can he unravel the mystery of this Unknown Skill? Perhaps this journey in this 'second life' would give him the answer to the question.  Where are his lives?

The Beast Lives Forever. like He always should be. ??? is always a Moody fucker

[Mature Content] ||| this is a fantasy soulmates romance set in an Urban setting with lots of deeply traumatic backstories and many deaths on the way, in a magical ancient academy, and with one of the main plots being revenge. there are countless types of mythical creatures and all coexisting in our very world. ||| dual point of view one love interest ||| As I closed the portal I opened with my spatial magic after both of my idiotic brothers crossed it, they turned to me with a wide and mischievous grin and before I could open a portal to get out of here, Apollo held me back by my forearm and Atlas took my ear pods out of my ears. I hate when he does that. Can they understand that if I'm with pods on, it's 'cause I have no intention of talking with people? "...phone?" I blinked and stared at my snow-white haired brothers, wondering how would I look if I had their snow wavy hair and golden eyes instead of how I came out. I mean, I do magically dye my hair crimson red and use golden lens since ever, but my actual looks are nothing like that. I didn't really took dad's hair or his midnight blue eyes, or mom's golden eyes and her baby pink wavy hair either. I'm just... Weird. Hot? Absolutely. But weird. Thankfully my brothers no better than to tell anyone about how I actually look like. In fact, it's been such a long time since I just rested in front of anyone, including, looking like I naturally am, that they might have forgotten it by now. Also another reason why I don't shift into my dragon in front of absolutely no one, except when I'm in a personal training in vacation with dad, even though he's not a dragon but a vampire, I feel okay to be myself for once. Even more comfortable than I feel with my two brothers. Maybe 'cause I'm bitter that I don't look like them or our parents at all. I mean, my features are a bit like mom were, according to dad, but it's been 9 years now, as painful as it is to admit, I don't remember mom so vividly anymore. One more reason for me to kill Lust-Rhae Evangeline Python, the Archangel Queen, that fucking bitch who killed mom after she killed her husband by self-fucking-defense after he attacked her. I mean, what did she expect? That the Dragon Queen would just watch Wrath-Grey Zade Cervenka try to kill dad and be fucking okay with it? Fuck no. They were mates after all. The Demon King brought that to himself, but that bitch couldn't handle it and came after mom when dad wasn't around and killed her. In front of me. And I am supposed to put up with her rebel twin kids, Pride-Niklaus and Vain-Dove? You really think that would be a good idea? I want to kill both of them before I kill her, just for her to taste how it feel to have a loved one being killed right on front of you as you watch it helplessly. ||| English is not my first language. It's original by me.