Bruce Sterling

In New York City, where money and power rule, a ruthless Mafia family controls everything. Eleanor, a talented artist, is forced to marry Alexander Sterling, a billionaire with a cold heart. Their marriage is based on obligation, greed, and lies. Eleanor's family is on the verge of bankruptcy, while Alexander's mother wants to use Eleanor's talent to grow their business. When they get married, Eleanor faces Alexander's disrespect and control. Despite his tough exterior, Alexander has secrets and vulnerabilities. He's haunted by his past and wants redemption and love. Eleanor wants to break free from her family's wealth and make her own way. As they navigate their loveless marriage, Eleanor struggles to find her place. But beneath the surface, they both feel a forbidden attraction. Will they give in to their desires or fall victim to the dangers around them? Dive into a world of High-stakes arranged marriages, Ruthless Mafia power struggles, Forbidden love and hidden passions, Family secrets and betrayal, Art, luxury, and the elite..

Waspadalah terhadap pengkhianatan takdir. —- Mata merah menyala Sterling menembus pandangan ketakutan Faye. “Kupu-kupuku yang kecil, tidakkah kamu mengerti? Sekali seorang naga diberikan sesuatu yang berharga, dia tidak akan pernah melepaskannya.” ---- Faye Montgomery adalah seorang wanita bangsawan tingkat bawah yang terjebak dalam permainan pengkhianatan dan kematian imperium. Tak lama setelah kematian ibunya yang tidak terduga, Faye diberitahu oleh ayah tirinya yang pemabuk dan bejat bahwa sebagai ganti hutang keluarganya yang menumpuk, dia akan dijual ke dalam pernikahan kontrak. Pengantin barunya adalah komandan ksatria yang paling terkenal dan menakutkan di Kekaisaran Eastcarin.... Adipati Evan Sterling Thayer dari Danau Stanhall. Dalam pertemuan pertamanya dengan pejuang yang tegar dan dingin itu, Faye menyadari situasinya jauh lebih buruk dari yang dia pikirkan sebelumnya. Dia menyadari bahwa dia telah bertemu dengan Adipati di masa lalu. Mempelai wanita muda itu kini percaya bahwa kematian akan lebih baik daripada dijual ke dalam persatuan yang tanpa hati ini dengan musuh keluarganya sebelumnya dan orang yang bertanggung jawab atas keadaan malangnya saat ini. Namun, seiring waktu, bahkan saat dia berjuang untuk membebaskan diri dari laki-laki yang menjijikkan ini, Faye menemukan bahwa tali merah takdir mereka lebih erat terjalin daripada yang dulu dia bayangkan. Mereka berdua telah menjadi boneka yang tidak mau dari kerajaan. Dengan banyaknya agenda tersembunyi dan rahasia dari mereka yang berkuasa di sekitar mereka, mereka harus mengesampingkan perbedaan mereka dan membentuk aliansi jika mereka ingin bertahan hidup. Novel ini adalah entri saya ke Kontes WPC bulan Juli 2023! Dukungan yang ditunjukkan semua orang sangat saya hargai. Ceritanya penuh dengan kejutan yang pasti akan Anda nikmati! … {PERINGATAN: Materi dewasa R-18} BAB PERCINTAAN DIMULAI SETELAH BAB TIGA PULUH. Penolakan: INI ADALAH KARYA FIKSI. SEMUA NAMA, KARAKTER, ORGANISASI, TEMPAT, DAN PERISTIWA ADALAH HASIL IMAGINASI PENULIS ATAU DIGUNAKAN DALAM KEADAAN FIKTIF. Cover art itu milik saya, jadi jangan pakai itu. https://discord.gg/YbbR2dK6 email: RoseandThornbook@icloud.com

``` Volumen 1: Completado Enlace al Tráiler Oficial de la Novela a continuación: 1. Enlace de Instagram: https://bit.ly/3fvoXQS 2. Enlace de Youtube: https://bit.ly/3v81ATG Advertencia: Un viaje de amor y odio tipo montaña rusa y una historia conmovedora equipada con misterios. Dylan Sterling, el más joven y despiadado director ejecutivo del Grupo Sterling, posee poderes especiales que superaron al Grupo. Dinero, fama e inteligencia eran claras evidencias de su estatus en la sociedad a la que pertenece. Su talento excepcional tenía un propósito oculto, y el mundo oscuro que gobernaba era cruel. No mostró misericordia con aquellos que bloquearon su camino y devoró a quienes intentaron enfrentarse a él. Savannah Schultz, de 21 años, huérfana convertida en modelo, estaba comprometida para casarse con Devin solo para obtener apoyo para el negocio familiar que su padre había construido durante muchos años. Más tarde, la situación se torció después de la muerte de su padre. Y su tío Dalton Schultz la adoptó para obtener todo lo que ella tenía, incluida la ayuda de Devin. Devin la había vendido como a una esclava a su tío Dylan - para urdir un plan contra el hombre notorio a cambio de capital adicional para inyectar en su empresa. Dylan la había consumido como una caja de chocolates y la trató como una ficha de negociación. Se sintió desequilibrada y cayendo en un abismo profundo. Ira, tristeza, vergüenza: se hincharon dentro de ella y amenazaron con arruinar su vida. Para salvarse de la humillación, él planificó perfectamente tomarla como su esposa nominal y prometió ayudarla a romper el compromiso y apoyar el negocio familiar. Ayuda e humillada, aceptó su trato. Empezó a hacerse fuerte frente a esos abusones, pero seguía siendo débil cuando se trataba de él. Vivieron juntos pero se trataron mutuamente como extraños. No tenía planes de enamorarse de ella ya que alguien había ocupado su corazón hace unos años. Entonces la situación cambió cuando descubrió quién era realmente ella. ¡Pero el mundo oscuro que él gobernaba amenazaba con destruirlos! Misterio, engaño y venganza los impulsaron a ambos a surgir juntos. Portada creada por Weilan. Si quieres saber más sobre la historia, sígueme en Instagram: annashannellin. ```

Lucia Scott’s life takes an unexpected turn when she’s forced to honor her late parents’ wish: to marry Malcolm Sterling, the heir to one of the wealthiest families in England. Their fates were intertwined long before the tragic accident that claimed both Malcolm’s father and Lucia’s parents. But neither of them wants this marriage. Malcolm, still recovering from heartbreak after being betrayed by his first love, Stephanie Young, hides his vulnerability behind a ruthless demeanor. His bitterness deepens when Lucia boldly declares she would rather kiss a monkey than ever fall in love with him. Resentful, Malcolm lays down seven rules for their marriage, and his constant comparisons to Stephanie only fuel Lucia’s growing hatred for him. Despite their mutual animosity, Malcolm’s mother, Dorothy, and his younger sisters, Meredith and Alice, take an immediate liking to Lucia. They shower her with love and support, firmly standing by her side and preferring her over Stephanie, who they believe is unworthy of their family. Their unwavering loyalty gives Lucia a sense of belonging, even as she endures Malcolm’s cold treatment. Just when Malcolm and Lucia begin to let their walls down and consider giving their fragile relationship a chance, Stephanie returns with a vengeance. Through cunning manipulation, she frames Lucia, shattering the tenuous trust between her and Malcolm. With Stephanie still holding the deepest part of Malcolm’s heart, their marriage crumbles. Now, Malcolm must face a harsh truth: he was wrong. But when he realizes his mistake and seeks to make amends, he’s met with a cold reality—Lucia wants nothing more to do with him. With Dorothy, Meredith, and Alice firmly on her side, will Lucia find the strength to move on, or will Malcolm fight against the odds to win back the woman he pushed away?

They say Love is blind, but no one is ever truly blind in love. We see everything; we just choose to ignore them because we're scared to move on or start afresh. Twenty-eight years old, Emma Winters has her dreams clearly defined. To have a loving family, a beautiful home, and a stable, fulfilling life. Not only do those dreams come crumbling down when her husband hands her divorce papers just when she tells him she's pregnant, but her pride and dignity are questioned when Jake announces that Emma was unfaithful to him. Emma loses hope in everything she believes in. However, hope comes to her when the enigmatic billionaire Alexander Sterling offers her a way out: A contract marriage to him. Will Emma accept this way out of her predicament even when this savior is none other than her ex-husband's uncle? What happens when she accepts the contract and is only chased back by her ex? Will she return to her once lover, or will she accept her growing feelings for her contract husband? Find out as we unravel Emma's story together! *****Excerpt******** “Why would you help when I was put in this mess by my own husband?” Emma cut in, now crying. “Because your husband is my nephew, and not only do I want to salvage the situation my nephew put you in, I want to escape his plot,” Alex said, and Emma’s heart stopped for a moment, a cold chill running down her spine as she replayed the words in her head. Nephew? His nephew? Jake was this man's... Alex's nephew? She mused, and then the realization of what that meant dawned on her like a crashing wave, knocking the breath from her lungs. Her eyes widened as she stared at him, the shock evident on her face. “Your nephew? You’re Alex Sterling, Jake's uncle?” she asked, unable to believe it herself. Alex nodded, his expression unchanged. “Yes. I'm his uncle,” Alex confirmed, and Emma shook her head.

Seeking a fresh start, Avery Chen, the abandoned daughter of a well-known mafia lord, enrolls in a top university. Rather, she discovers she is in the middle of a dangerous network of academics and criminal activities. Avery draws the attention of campus golden boy Lucas Sterling as she is bullied for her family ties but she politely denies his interest. Expert assassin Avery pays for her schooling by means of high-stakes operations. Her world meets Lucas's when she finds out he is in charge of a competitor criminal group. As Lucas and his estranged brother Damien come to see Avery could be the key to bringing their disparate groups together, Avery must negotiate her feelings, her mission, and the dangerous underground of college organized crime. Avery battles to find the truth about her father's desertion and create her own path, therefore her particular abilities both help and hinder her. Will Avery be swallowed by the criminal underworld in a society where loyalties shift like sand?

Twenty-eight year old Delilah Sterling, has perfected the art of being a respectable realtor by day, and a professional gold digger by night. Delilah believes she has her double life under control. Her meticulously crafted life crumbles when she wakes up one morning with a wedding band on her finger, a marriage certificate on the table, and a sinfully gorgeous man claiming to be her husband. To make matters worse, he is broke and jobless, making her feel trapped in a surreal nightmare. Desperate for escape, Delilah demands a divorce, but the stranger—insisting he wants to stay married—thwarts every attempt. Frustration and confusion mount until Delilah hatches a new plan: she proposes they team up to con her next target, the elusive billionaire, Hunter Quinn. What Delilah doesn't realize is that her "broke husband" is actually Hunter Quinn himself. Billionaire CEO, Hunter Quinn, having discovered Delilah’s intentions to con him, had decided to outplay her at her own game. Hunter agrees to the partnership, and together they plunge into a high-stakes game of deceit. As they plot and scheme, the lines between pretense and reality blur. Their forced proximity ignites an unexpected chemistry, leading to moments of vulnerability and genuine connection neither anticipated. Caught in a whirlwind of deception, passion, and power plays, Delilah grapples with their growing feelings. As their con deepens, she must confront the ultimate question: Can she open her heart to love and trust again? ****Exerpt**** Delilah’s eyes darted to the marriage certificate again, the official seal glaring back at her. Her fingers itched to tear it apart, to make this nightmare disappear. But deep down, she knew that wouldn’t change anything. “I don’t remember,” she whispered, more to herself than to him. “I don’t remember any of it.” Blake nodded as if he had expected this reaction. “That is expected. You had a lot to drink last night.” he fished out a phone from the back pocket of his trousers, opened it. “Here, this is us celebrating, after we got married last night,” he said, showing her a picture. Delilah’s breath caught in her throat as she stared at the photo. It was indeed her. “How?” she whispered, her voice barely audible. “I don’t remember any of this.” “It was a wild night,” he said softly. Perhaps she had married Blake because he was wealthy. That would be the only logical reason for her to make such a blunder. There was hope, she thought, as she clung to the possibility of salvaging something from this disaster. Turning to him, she forced a smile, “Is this your house? Are we in your house?” She asked, looking around the bedroom. Blake shook his head, “No. This is a hotel,” he said, and she nodded. “I see. It looks like quite an expensive hotel,” she observed, “What do you do for a living?” she asked, trying to keep her voice steady as she searched his eyes for any hint of affluence. Blake hesitated, his confident demeanor faltering for the first time. He looked away, rubbing the back of his neck. “I’m... in between jobs,” he stuttered, avoiding her gaze. Delilah’s heart sank, disappointment crashing over her like a wave. “In between jobs?” she echoed, her voice tinged with disbelief. Blake seemed to sense her dismay. “I know it doesn’t sound great,” he said quickly, trying to reassure her. “But I’m working on a few things. I just need a little more time.” “You’re jobless,” she muttered to herself as reality sunk in. “How did you pay for this room? For the wedding bands?” She asked, and he winced. “I didn’t. You did,” he said, and she collapsed on the bed. (PS: Cover photo isn’t mine. Credit to the real owner)

Seventeen-year-old Nico finds himself pulled into a brutal, otherworldly trial where survival is the only path to power. Stranded in a realm of godlike entities and nightmarish creatures, Nico’s one link to reality is a divine “Aspect” of Eternal Darkness , granting him abilities he barely understands. Surrounded by others with Aspects yet haunted by betrayal and despair, he must confront each harrowing trial with no way home. In a world where loss is constant and allies uncertain, Nico’s greatest test will be defying the fate bound to his soul.

After crossing over into a world of magic, Dean Bruce was mistaken for a powerful sorcerer. Though he initially intended to sternly refuse the beautiful woman’s request to become her mentor, she offered him far too much to say no! Completely clueless about magic, Dean Bruce had no choice but to make up spells on the spot. However, when he saw the astonishing power unleashed by the beautiful woman after chanting his random incantations, he was stunned. The spells he had carelessly invented… could they really comprehend magic and even forbidden spells? As Dean Bruce ascended to the pinnacle of magical prowess and became the Archmage, he candidly answered a reporter's question during an interview with the Alliance: "I never understood magic. I just made up a few incantations, that's all." People were in awe of him—this, they believed, was the true humility of a Grand Archmage!

"Nomad's Tale" follows the story of Jack Sterling, a skilled spy who has been working undercover as a scientist for the New Order, an organization dedicated to finding and harnessing the power of the Chronotex. This rare material has the ability to alter the fabric of time and space, and the New Order plans to use it to create the next generation of nuclear weapons and unlock the secrets of time travel. Despite his allegiance to the New Order, Jack is torn between his loyalty to the organization and his desire to protect his new friends in Pakistan. He decides to uncover the secrets of the Chronotex and use his knowledge to stop the New Order's plans. However, his breakthrough research leads to his disappearance, and he finds himself suddenly transported back in time to ancient Egypt. In Egypt, Jack encounters both allies and enemies, and he soon discovers that the Chronotex has existed for centuries, and that it has been sought after by different factions for its immense power. He learns that some have gone to great lengths to obtain it, even at the cost of destroying innocent lives. As he delves deeper into the mysteries of the Chronotex, he discovers that it has incredible abilities beyond just time travel - its users are granted strange and unique powers that can change the course of history.

Senior student Victoria Winner is the campus queen and the heiress of her father’s empire, her name and beauty give her the strength to feel she owns the world. She is the hottest girl on campus, yet she doesn't want to date because, for her, no one is above her, and she is too beautiful to date just with anyone. And too proud of herself that no boys have ever kissed her. Girls envy her while she can toy the boys with her fingers. Until one day, a new guy on campus ruined her reputation by kissing her. Oliver Prize is the handsome and hot Alpha of the Valiant Pack, the most feared pack in the entire werewolf community. He was devastated when the elders asked him to watch over his mate from the Sterling Pack since he doesn’t believe in falling in love, and having a mate; for him, it was only a waste of time and energy. Oliver was forced to pretend as a high school senior student transferee at Zenith Academy, and his bad-boy yet mysterious aura made the girls fall for him except with one girl, Victoria. Excerpt: “How dare you steal my first kiss from me?" Victoria hissed as she looked daggers at Oliver. "And why do you ever feel so stressed about it when I can feel you enjoyed that kiss so much? It was just a kiss, Victoria. Besides, you don't even know how to kiss." Oliver replied with a smirk that made her angrier. "If you want, I can give you a kissing tutorial for free." He said and left her without taking a second glance, and that is why Victoria hated him with all her heart. He was the only guy on campus who got the courage to mess with the school queen by kissing her. He hated everything about her especially her guts, but he couldn't deny himself that the kiss he shared with Victoria was the best kiss he ever had. During Victoria's eighteenth birthday, she discovered what she truly is, a secret she can't even tell her best friend. And she realized the world she knew was all lies. Victoria couldn't accept what she was, and she found refuge in the arms of her mortal enemy, Oliver Prize. Victoria realized her archnemesis was her only salvation to survive in the new world full of mysteries and wickedness where she thought she would never belong. Can Victoria protect her heart from falling in love with the boy she hated the most? Is the Alpha going to deny or accept to himself that love exist and it is real when he realizes Victoria Winner, the mate he wanted to reject, captured his heart? (Warning: Contain mature content on the later part of the story.)

Diana Stewart the girlfriend and future fiancee of Aaron Sterling had a one night stand with Ethan Sterling (Aaron's cousin). After her family found out, she was abandoned and sent on the streets but a kind family took her in. After a few months Diana became pregnant and flee out of the country with her new family while Ethan Sterling till this day had been looking for the lady he had a one night stand with. Diana Stewart came back 4 years later with twin girls and got a job application in the Sterling group and her boss was no other than Ethan Sterling. What will Ethan do when he finds out Diana was his one night stand and it ended up with three kids will he claim the kids from her or love her and the kids?

Anastacia Kenneth, the first daughter from a family of four. Has to find a way to fend for her family, her efforts are almost futile. It’s a shock to her when she receives an envelope and an invitation card, inviting her for a marriage…. Her marriage. She seems dismayed and angry but it doesn’t count for anything, since she has no choice and has no say. She knows she has to do it for the sake of her family. At the age of 19, Anastacia got married to Bruce Williams, a billionaire, who seems to be ruthless and loveless …. The circumstances she’s facing makes her succumb to this spiteful deal, she doesn’t know what consequences her action would lead to, but does she have a choice? Anastacia always had to build a wall around her heart, but for some reason, she let her guard down for Mr Bruce Williams, and only him. It was something about the way he made her feel. Her life with Mr. Bruce Williams seemed to be everything she thought it would be not until secrets began to unfold and she began to realize why she was who she was with him and why he was who he was with her. She never wanted to blame her parents for the situation but she knew that someday, she’ll get the closure that she deserves. Her ability to be resilient despite everything she has been through is always unmatched. From the way she tries so hard to protect her little sister, down to her ability to be fending for her family at such a young age.

Avery Donovan, a dedicated undergraduate specializing in the study of the soul and mind, dreams of unraveling the mysteries of consciousness and the essence of existence. His research dives deep into the intersection of human behavior, the psyche, and the elusive nature of the soul itself. But his promising academic journey comes to an abrupt halt when a tragic accident leaves him in a coma. When Avery awakens, he finds himself reborn in an extraordinary world where magic and science coexist in a delicate balance. His new identity is Avery Nightshade, a twelve-year-old boy born into a family obsessed with political dominance and the control of ancient mystical forces. Seen merely as a tool for securing alliances, Avery is thrust into a life of manipulation and control, stripped of his autonomy. Yet, Avery is far from powerless. Haunted by memories of his past life and driven by his profound knowledge of the soul and mind, he begins to unravel the mechanics of this strange world's magic. Unlike others who view magic as a weapon or a means to power, Avery perceives it as an extension of the soul-mind-body connection—an intricate web that governs both the physical and metaphysical realms. By blending his psychological insights with this world's magical principles, Avery discovers new ways to manipulate emotions, alter perceptions, and even influence and control the souls of others. As he sharpens his abilities, Avery becomes entangled in a clandestine war between rival factions, each seeking control over a primal force capable of reshaping reality itself. As Avery delves deeper into this power struggle, he must confront his own limits. His increasing ability to manipulate minds and souls tempts him with the possibility of vengeance against those who have sought to control him. But Avery understands that freedom comes at a cost, and wielding such immense power requires him to grapple with the weight of his own morality. The Soul Weaver invites readers on a gripping journey where the mind and soul are not just tools but battlegrounds. Follow Avery Nightshade as he transforms from a disposable pawn into a formidable force, uncovering the delicate balance between control, freedom, and the profound mysteries of the soul. To master this new world, Avery must first master himself.

What if you were a modern man who was reincarnated into a medieval world of powerful men, but you were but a small girl without anything to your name? How would you survive? How would you cope with being a woman? What sort of heights could you reach without any cheat systems or super advanced knowledge from the internet? Well come and find out how Bruce a former undercover police officer deals with this situation and his/her constantly changing body. The picture is not mine. It's AI generated and shows you what the protagonist is maybe going to look like in the future of this story.

Michael Elliott is an ordinary high school student who blends into the background at his small technology-focused school. Or at least, that's what he wishes. Unfortunately for him, his childhood friend, Valencia Sterling—the school's untouchable goddess—just won't leave him alone! One day, when he tries to step in on yet another guy attempting to ask her out, the unexpected happens: all three of them are suddenly transmigrated to another world. This is the story of Michael, who, armed with the dark powers of necromancy, defies the odds and grapples with the affection he’s always tried to avoid in his life. ----- Hello everybody! I'm deathce and this is my first time writing a novel! I am going to be taking a lot of inspiration from texts like Arifureta, Overlord, and Strongest Necromancer of Heavens Gate. If you guys have any suggestions or advice for me please don't hold back and criticize me to your hearts content Chapters come 1 per school day, if there is a day off school I won't upload.

Alexis Sterling has it all—power, wealth, and a perfect marriage. Or so she thought. When she discovers her husband’s affair with his secretary, her world shatters. But Alexis doesn’t crumble. Instead, she fires him from her own company, swears off love, and sets her sights on reclaiming control of her life. Enter Damian Blackwood, her husband’s fiercest business rival and a man with his own agenda. In a moment of reckless passion, Alexis finds herself entangled with Damian, appointing him as the new CEO of her empire. But as corporate sabotage, betrayal, and a dark past threaten to destroy everything she’s built, Alexis must decide if she can trust Damian—or if he’s part of the plan to take her down. In business, trust is everything—but in love, it could cost her everything.

[Mature Content] "He attended her wedding as a guest and decided he wanted to be the groom instead." As the Alpha's only daughter, Roselia Fiore was obedient and pampered. Until, a single crime on her 18th birthday cost her everything. Three years into imprisonment, she's forced to marry Bruce Kerpan, a man old enough to be her father. That is, until Alpha Cruden Tiberias laid an unexpected claim on her, a woman who didn't even know his name! Cruel and heartless, Cruden yielded to no one, except—her. The second he saw her, he wanted her. And he'd stop at nothing to have her, even if she begged, "Alpha, please be gentle." - - - - - Tropes: - Sunshine x Villain - Hates everyone, but her - He fell first and fell harder - Fake dating Artwork: Sarzain

"A vampire and a demon— the love of two beings I cannot reject." Reverse Harem (Warning: Mature Content)! Skai Jayden, a project assistant at Sterling Enterprise has her heart racing twice in one night. Meeting her boss, Damien Raphael, on a night out with her friends, she is instantly drawn to him and finds herself unable to forget him. Before then, Skai only knows Damien as a ruthless, cold-hearted monster of the business world. She hadn't guessed that Damien was truly a demon in disguise. On the same night, she is attacked and saved by a man lurking in the dark. But shadows often house people with ill intentions. The accident entangles her fate with Jared Drake, a business tycoon by day, and a blood-sucking vampire by night. And that's only the start of Skai's spiral into danger. When she discovers the men's true identities, Skai is forced to deal with their intertwined fates, sandwiched in between them as their fated mate. In between pleasure, secrets, and fantasy, how will Skai face this drastic turn in her life? Will she be able to survive in a world that she once thought only existed in fairytales? ************* Disclaimer: Cover Not Mine Read-only on WEBNOVEL ––––––––––– Discord server: http//discord.gg/BH666ZK Instagram: baevidaa Discord: BaeVida#7167

When Hua Jing was still in her youth, she had fallen in love with a man, Alexander Sterling. He had captured her heart and right at the bottom, she had written all sorts of sweet nothings hoping that one day he would dig deep and find them but then one day all of her dreams of being with him were shattered after he announced that he was going to marry her elder sister, Carmen Richards. She gave up on this love and when she turned twenty, right after the wedding, she asked her parents to send her abroad to further her studies but this was only a pretext. The only truth was that she wanted to take care of her broken heart. After three years, she received a call from her sister in which Carmen Richards told her that she was dying of cancer and the only wish she had on her deathbed was for Cindy Richards to get married to her husband Alexander Sterling. Cindy Richards refuses but she does not know there are more reasons to this... Read to find out more...

In the fast-paced world of journalism, Emma Parker has finally landed her dream job at Sterling Media, a prestigious company known for its innovative approach and cutting-edge stories. Nervous yet determined, Emma enters her interview with enigmatic CEO Liam Sterling, where their unexpected chemistry ignites a powerful connection. As their conversation shifts from professional to personal, Liam’s bold question about love leaves Emma both thrilled and terrified. When Liam invites Emma to dinner, she must navigate the complexities of workplace romance while grappling with her own insecurities and aspirations. As they embark on a journey filled with passion, witty banter, and emotional revelations, Emma discovers that love can be both exhilarating and daunting, much like the rollercoaster of her burgeoning career. But as their relationship deepens, Emma is faced with choices that could alter the trajectory of her life—will she embrace the thrill of the ride, or will fear hold her back? In this captivating tale of ambition, self-discovery, and romance, Emma learns that sometimes, the most significant stories are the ones we write for ourselves.

George Sterling, once a successful lawyer turned actor, then turned magician, finds himself in dire straits as the rise of Artificial Intelligence takes away all his livelihoods. As he nears the end of his life, a family heirloom, a mysterious ring passed down from his father, transports him to an unfamiliar world seemingly distant from reality. Upon awakening, George discovers a newfound opportunity that awaits him. Initially tasked with portraying the Wizard of Oz to survive, he delves into this new role. However, as he embraces his new identity, an even greater challenge lies ahead: he must venture into the realm of pretending to be a god. This book uses characters and elements from L. Frank Baum's original Oz series which has entered the public domain and allows me to use them in my original book as long as I do not use the characters and elements from the adaptations that haven't entered the public domain.

Adrian Huh, I snapped out of it and look around me to see Stephano, Nathan, Bruce, and the newest addition that I don't fully trust Martin all seated waiting for me, and by my side is my trusted aide and best friend Dave “Ok let's begin, we are gathered here today because we've agreed to work hard to solve the mystery surrounding my father's death and unfortunately we are as close to finding something as Harry is to having a beard”. We all laughed because my younger brother is such a baby, well a mean baby but someone has been curbing him surprisingly, Harry is just approaching 23 but he's still young and childish, so he can't be here, he also can't know the truth. I was about to tell them to get serious when she burst in through the door knocking from it's hinges, wow, she looks angry but she made me angrier for wrecking this door, this is my grandma's favorite room in all of Lidapton, she's not going to be happy. “Adrian, I can take so many things but this, those tiny small brats have been disrespecting me, brats that even Chloe can handle without battling an eye, not only that but the maids as well but I simply ignored all of that because I came to Lidapton to get experience but.... I didn't let her finish before yelled in anger “Aisha leave this room this instant! there's an important meeting going on and your obstructing it, I don't have time for your temper tantrums, you'll do what is asked of you, and you'll leave when I tell you too”. I obviously said this because we were in an important meeting and she has been complaining about everything and I just couldn't take it anymore. Everywhere was quiet, the tension hung thick in the air, everyone watched with bated breath to find out what she'll do, everyone in the room knows her and her strong tendencies. While, the tension was getting thicker, a small laughter broke the silence, it was small at first but then it became a full blown laughter, I couldn't believe it, why was she laughing, she immediately came to stand in front of me, she poked my chest in a very painful way and looked even more furious than before. “Listen and listen good Mr Lidapton, I'm many things but I don't take orders and no one, absolutely no one has the right to command me”. She stopped after saying that and I thought she was done but. “Yoy maybe taller than me but that doesn't make me short, I may have no choice but to look up to you but do remember, (she forcefully pulled me down while tightly holding my collar)“I can make you look down to me, (it took me a while to understand that she had pulled me down so of course I look down[Lower than her or her level]to her, it was obvious, she was threatening me, she left my collar and headed for the door but Dave stepped in just in time to whisper something to her, she stopped,turned to stare wide eyed, she looked adorable, then she made a weird face that made me want to laugh so hard and mouthed “I'm sorry” and just left. I signalled Dave and he told me he what he told her, “I told her you were having a small gathering for your friends”. Bruce was the first to speak “It looks like yours will be the hardest to handle” “Yes,(sigh) it will be”.

VOLUME 1 : COMPLETED Novel Official Trailer Link below: 1. Instagram Link: https://bit.ly/3fvoXQS 2. Youtube Link: https://bit.ly/3v81ATG WARNING: A roller coaster love-hate journey and a tear-jerking story equipped with mysteries. Dylan Sterling, the youngest and the most ruthless chief executive of Sterling Group, has special powers that superseded the Group. Money, fame, and intelligence were clear evidence of his status in the society he belongs to. His exceptional talent had a hidden purpose, and the DARK WORLD he ruled was cruel. He showed no mercy to everyone who blocked his path and devoured those who attempted to stand against him. Savannah Schultz- 21 years old, an orphan turned to be a model, was engaged to wed Devin only to gain support for the family business that her father built for many years. Later she went south after her father died. And her uncle Dalton Schultz adopted her to get everything she had, including Devin's aid. Devin had sold her off like a slave to his uncle Dylan - to scheme the notorious man for additional capital to inject into his business venture. Dylan had eaten her up like a box of chocolates and treated her like a bargaining chip. She felt herself knocked off balance and falling into a deep abyss. Anger, sadness, embarrassment –swelled within her and threatened to ruin her life. To save himself from humiliation, he perfectly planned to take her as his nominal wife and promised to help her break up the engagement and aid her family business. Helpless and humiliated, she accepted his bargain. She started to become strong in front of those bullies, yet she was weak when it comes to him. They lived together but treated each other as strangers. He had no plans of falling for her as someone had occupied his heart a few years ago. Then the situation shifted when he discovered who she really was! But the dark world he ruled threatened to destroy them. Mystery, deception, and revenge-fueled them both to rise together. Cover created by Weilan Wanna know more about the story follow me at Instagram: annashannellin

*The Law of Werewolf Hunting* is a dark and gripping fantasy that plunges readers into a world teetering on the edge of chaos. Hidden from human eyes, werewolves live among us, their incredible strength and heightened senses making them formidable but dangerous. To keep humanity safe, a secret order of hunters has waged war against the werewolves for centuries, bound by an unbreakable code known only as “The Law.” But what happens when the lines between hunter and prey blur? Cain Black, a member of this ancient family of hunters, has lived his entire life by the rigid rules set by his forefathers. Trained to hunt, taught to kill, he has never questioned his purpose—until the day his world is shattered. During what seems like a routine mission, Cain encounters a rogue werewolf who does something unexpected: he begs for his life. This moment of hesitation becomes a catalyst for Cain, forcing him to confront everything he’s been taught about loyalty, justice, and the creatures he hunts. As Cain digs deeper into the world of werewolves, he uncovers a hidden truth: not all werewolves are mindless beasts. Some are organized, intelligent, and seeking more than just survival—they want freedom. Led by the cunning and ruthless Lucas Sterling, the werewolves are plotting a rebellion that could upend the fragile balance between the two species. But Lucas’s motives are murky, and his ultimate plan may have deadly consequences for both humans and werewolves alike. In parallel, Cain’s personal journey becomes one of betrayal and self-discovery. His loyalty to his family and their code is tested as he uncovers secrets from his past, secrets that threaten to unravel the entire foundation of the hunter’s society. As the hunters close in on the werewolves, Cain must make a choice: follow the law and continue the hunt, or break every rule to save both species from an impending war. With heart-pounding action and morally complex characters, *The Law of Werewolf Hunting* explores what happens when the monsters we hunt are not so different from ourselves. Readers will be captivated by the book’s relentless suspense, the web of lies and intrigue, and the delicate dance between predator and prey. For fans of dark fantasy, this novel offers a richly imagined world where loyalty, freedom, and the nature of power are questioned at every turn.

He wakes in a field without any memories, with only one true objective: to survive. Something is putting his anxiety into overdrive, urging him to run and get as far away as possible, to get inside somewhere safe. He doesn't know who or what it is, but it follows him.

One ordinary day, without warning, humanity is teleported to a mysterious new world known as the Astralith, where the laws of reality are bent and broken by ancient, powerful creatures. Trapped in this hostile environment, where the familiar rules of science and nature no longer apply, the survivors struggle to understand what happened and how to survive. Among them is Morgan, a young man thrust into chaos with no time to adjust. The Astralith is a world of danger, where powerful beings known as Fantasium control the very fabric of reality. Desperate to survive and gain power, humans make deals with Fantasium, trading their deepest desires for supernatural abilities—each gift coming with a terrible flaw. The stronger the power, the more punishing the price. But there's no tricking Fantasium. Attempts to exploit loopholes or manipulate the deals are met with swift, cruel punishment. Morgan, along with the rest of humanity, must learn to navigate these deadly bargains, all while facing the horrors of the new world. As he uncovers the secrets of the Astralith and the truth behind the teleportation, Morgan must decide how far he’s willing to go to survive—and what he’s willing to sacrifice. In a world where everything has changed, power comes at a price, and the cost of freedom may be higher than anyone imagined.

Hi, my name is Eve Yvonne Pierce and this is my story. My mom is Mrs Tyra Pierce and my dad, Mr Tristan Pierce. I was separated from my family when I was six years old because of a guy called Dylan McKenzie. He ambushed us in an hotel which forced my parents to leave me in an orphanage. I lost my memory while I was in the orphanage when I was involved in a ghastly car accident. We were on a road trip, so I couldn't remember who my dad and mom was again. I was finally adopted by Mr Bruce and Mrs Hannah Mondragon who cared for me like thier own. I met my best friend while growing up. She's Gwendolyn Karts. Few years passed and I was in sophomore year in Maxwell high. I got to know about Gwen's boyfriend, Raphael McBrayer and his best friend, Ivan McKenzie, who was a member of a fraternity. Every fucking night, I have nightmares about Tristan, Tyra and Dylan McKenzie which brings me closer to getting my memories back. I and Ivan got close and finally he became my boyfriend. Slowly, I began to remember everything and finally remembered who my real parents were. I got to know that I have an adopted brother, Adrian Knight and a little sister, Cassandra Pierce. And when I thought everything was over, my parents were murdered. With Dylan as my first suspect, I promised my dead parents to avenge their deaths and make everything related to their death pay including Dylan and his family. But I found out that Ivan was the son of Dylan. I was confused and shocked. Should I go in to fulfill my promise and kill Ivan? Or should I forgive him because he's my boyfriend and break my promise to my parents?

Alexis Sterling has it all—power, wealth, and a perfect marriage. Or so she thought. When she discovers her husband’s affair with his secretary, her world shatters. But Alexis doesn’t crumble. Instead, she fires him from her own company, swears off love, and sets her sights on reclaiming control of her life. Enter Damian Blackwood, her husband’s fiercest business rival and a man with his own agenda. In a moment of reckless passion, Alexis finds herself entangled with Damian, appointing him as the new CEO of her empire. But as corporate sabotage, betrayal, and a dark past threaten to destroy everything she’s built, Alexis must decide if she can trust Damian—or if he’s part of the plan to take her down. Alexis will stop at nothing to rise from the ashes. But will power be enough to protect her heart?

At 21, Alex Turner’s life is a mess. With only a high school diploma, no job, and barely any money left, he’s at rock bottom. Desperate to do something nice for his girlfriend Emily Grant’s birthday, he spends the last of his unemployment money on a mysterious old pocket watch engraved with his initials. But his world falls apart when he finds Emily cheating on him with the wealthy heir, Jason Sterling. The next day, things get even worse. Jason runs Alex over with his car, leaving him for dead. As Alex lies there, clutching the pocket watch, he notices the hands begin to rewind. Suddenly, he’s given a second chance—a chance to change everything.