Italian Literary Prizes

In a universe shaped by the fleeting brilliance of a long-since departed light, only the endless shadows were left behind, with factions hidden beneath the deepest of masks vying for the ultimate prize, the place where all answers lay and a new opportunity resided. Vengeance, impatience, desire, gratitude and sincere curiosity collide with each other in a race for a chance to witness the radiance that ceased to shed light long ago in a twisted game deciding far more than what a bet should decide. In the heart of this chaos stands a reluctant detective, exiled from his faction and burdened by a duality he doesn’t fully understand: a light that dispels the unknown and a shadow that consumes them. Will the factions uncover the truths hidden within the last destination? Or will the endless hunger for power destroy the world before its greatest secrets can be revealed? In a world where creation and destruction dance eternally, only one thing is certain: nothing is as it seems.

Leonar is a compulsive gambler, now in debt up to his neck. The worst part? Even though his ability reactivated the moment he entered a dungeon, he can't use it in his world’s casinos because they don’t allow Awakened. His ability is a special trait in his eyes that lets him see probabilities as green, yellow, or red. Yet he finds an opportunity to use it... in the most dangerous casino ever known. But there, he saw a color he’d never seen before on an item among the casino's prizes. Gold. Though he never imagined he’d become the hunter destined to protect the world—with several sexy yet insufferable ego-weapons. "Damn it, can’t you all be quiet for one second? I finally know what to do!" "But it was Eleonora who started it!" "No, you did!" "Ladies… we’re in the middle of a battle… calm down… you’re going to get Leonar killed!"

In the vast and volatile lands of Tepr, the Jabliu and Alinkar tribes, long-standing enemies, have forged an uneasy alliance. The price of peace? A union through matrimony between Naci, the fiery and ambitious daughter of Jabliu's chieftain, and the elusive heir of Alinkar. From the windswept steppes to the towering peaks of the Tengr Mountains, Tepr is a realm of contrasts, a mosaic of tribes, each fiercely guarding its identity and territory. While the alliance is a political move, for Naci, it's an opportunity. She doesn't just see a marriage; she sees a stepping stone, a path that might lead her to the ultimate prize: the unification of all the tribes under one banner. But the path to power is fraught with challenges, and the distant Moukopl empire, perched high in the Tengr mountains, has long held an iron grip over the region.

In a world divided by four great nations, each ruled by the dominion of a natural element, war is constant, and balance hangs by a thread. In this chaotic landscape, Ryuu, a young outcast from a coastal village, struggles to control his unstable connection with the wind, a power that has brought him more suffering than glory. His life changes forever when he receives an invitation to a mysterious tournament where the most powerful warriors compete for the greatest of prizes: the Lance of Aether, an ancient artifact capable of granting absolute dominion over the elements. Eager to find a purpose and prove his worth, Ryuu joins the tournament, only to discover that it is no ordinary competition. The battles not only test the strength and skills of the participants but also their convictions and darkest secrets. Amid unexpected allies and mortal enemies, Ryuu must confront the organization behind the tournament, led by the fearsome Red Wind, a man determined to unleash chaos and remake the world in his image. As Ryuu advances through the stages of the tournament, he is forced to make decisions that will mark him forever. Will he be able to control the power that defines him? Or will he succumb to the weight of a legacy he never asked for?

Defeated in war, Princess Swan, who has been relentlessly bullied her whole life and crippled by her stepmother and sister, is sent to be the bride of the King of the Beasts—Gale Stormfront—as a prize for his victory. Swan thought that the savage beast would eat her. She will be chewed until there is nothing but bones left in her. But what if Gale wants her to be a remedy for his constant rut instead? This is a tale of a crippled and timid princess and a beast king who is fated to turn into a mindless animal, desperately searching for his fated mate to cure his curse . - Author Note: This novel is a Werewolf novel, as the ML is an Alpha before he becomes the King of Beasts. It contains a lot of R-18 scenes for mature audiences only. Weak-to-strong female lead x doting-but-dark male lead. - Instagram: @foreverpupa

Sometimes we find love in the darkest places and time and it can be epic While the Most feared man who is not capable of falling In love the Don of the Italian Mafia is forced to marry the leader of the American mob. And she yearns for an epic love what happen when they cross paths.

Jillian is the story of a devoted wife and mother—a brilliant 48-year-old woman who has, for years, shelved her own aspirations, dedicating herself to her husband’s literary dreams and the upbringing of their son, Jonathan. However, when a buried truth emerges, the careful equilibrium of her world is disrupted, breaking apart the fragile calm she had so painstakingly preserved. What follows is a journey steeped in betrayal and laden with the weight of the forbidden. I welcome you to Jillian's world, where morality blurs, and the unthinkable—adultery, incest, blackmail, and depravity—comes to life.

Life in the Dracticos Isles is known as full of fair weather, fair trade, and fair people. Killian has taken all the fairness of life in stride since he left home to travel across Junia as a travelling minstrel. Now, he has set his eyes on a prize far greater - locating a legendary harp known as the Titanstrum - and becoming the most renowned bard to ever live. But reaching his goal will require leaving behind the fairness of the life he once knew, if the artifact isn't more than rumor itself...

Julius Fondatore is an Italian historian that specializes in Roman history. Graduating from the Sapienza University of Rome, he has scoured and read almost all the historical manuscripts available in the many libraries and museums of Italy. One morning while he was on his way to his usual coffee shop, he noticed a seemingly new bookstore that had opened. While passing, his eyes quickly glanced towards the direction of a top selling novel displayed under the fantasy section entitled, “Veni, Vidi, Vici – Rise of Rome in Another World”. Intrigued, Julius bought the book intending to read it while enjoying coffee. However, tragedy stuck when the seemingly newly built bookstore collapsed, crushing the young man in the process. When he woke up, he found himself in a fantastical world of magic as the first consul of the human city, Roma.

After a sudden and inexplicable transmigration, Maximus finds himself in a fantasy world where extraordinary power exists. But he is not without his advantages; he possesses a system that grants him the ability to become stronger as he takes on wives and birthed children. Determined to conquer this new world, Maximus uses his cheat to gather wives and birth children, building up his power and influence. As he gains more allies and resources, he sets his sights on the ultimate prize: ruling the world and surpassing even gods. However, the road to conquest is not an easy one. He must contend with powerful factions, rival conquerors, and unexpected challenges as he builds his ideal empire. But with his cunning mind, he is determined to succeed and become the greatest conqueror the world has ever seen.

2011. That was when earthquake and tsunami hit Japan, changing thousands of lives. And Kobayashi Yuki is just one of them. A month ago, he was just a normal boy, graduating from a small middle school in Fukushima and was excited to go to the high school. However, the disaster changed his life. He lost both parents, not because they died, but because they were still missing until now. He lost his home. He lost his friends. He lost his school. He lost everything. Having no choice, he moved to Tokyo, to a small, new orphanage to accommodate victims of the disaster who didn't have any home or wanted to change their lives in the biggest city in Japan. In his mind, all he wanted to do was enter a normal high school, do a part-time job, make some money to help the orphanage, and maybe if he were lucky enough he could be admitted into a good university with a scholarship. However, one challenge from the volleyball team and one half-Italian blonde boy turned everything upside down. Now, he was trapped inside the crazy team, being dragged into the mess. Inter-High. National Tournament. Volleyball. Those three words kept spinning around his life as he entered a crazy high school life. Can he strive in the place where he was unfamiliar with? Would he be a good volleyball player? And what does the future hold for him?

Time Sin is distinct, Numerical Sin is crafty, and Fate Sin is undefinable; when Sinners become calamities, all living things suffer! ...... Wondering about the population dividend in the Cultivation World? This book will tell you the answer! ...... Wang Zijia has transmigrated, obtaining the Golden Finger at the same time, which allows him to exchange his own body at will. But when he discovers what he can exchange with it, he is utterly speechless. Weights: Collection of Miscellaneous Literary Works Value: 6 Description: A treasure trove of knowledge for an adolescent, cultivated intensively for over a decade; it's a precious gem from a Foreign World with immense value! Wang Zijia: "... ..." Looking at one of the biggest Weights, Wang Zijia is momentarily speechless. Reading novels is actually one of his most substantial life experiences! ...... As he uses the Golden Finger to rewrite his futile life, he unwittingly forces his Spiritual Roots to produce an offspring, making the world start to seem different. All kinds of audacious schemes began to surface. Exploiting junior brothers, deceiving baby demonic beings, convincing the worthless ones that they are geniuses. Constructing his own channels and factions, inching his way towards survival on the road of immortality!

A bloodsucking mosquito with the soul of a student, seeking revenge, rose from being weak to powerful, step by step from this unassuming life planet 'Earth', becoming a powerful force in the entire universe! Literary version: Reborn as a larva, striving for self-improvement, and ultimately transforming into a terrifying giant mosquito. From then on, I roamed freely across the universe, traveling the vast universe's starry sky! Passionate version: You weak cosmic creatures! I'm using my mouthparts to consume the core nutrients of your mother star. What can you do about it? Funny version: You think I'm disgusting? You hate me because I suck blood? Want to swat me dead with one slap? Just wait, one day I'll stomp your house down!

The Geng family announced to the upper-class society of Bing City that their adoptive daughter was not who they thought she was. They did this because she tried to become more successful by networking her way up. In the end, they kicked her out of the family. The Geng family's first daughter was multi-talented, gentle, and one of the most famous ladies in Bing City. On the other hand, their adoptive daughter, Wen Xin, was talentless, unsuccessful, and utterly inferior to their first daughter. After leaving the Geng family, Wen Xin started on her new journey. She became a miracle doctor who helped Madam Mu in Jing City, a grand prize winner in a piano competition, a master-level composer, and the owner of the largest comprehensive laboratory of Physics and Biology... Her multiple identities were revealed one after another, and news about her kept going viral. She was showing those who looked down on her that they had gotten her all wrong. "Look! That's the woman who wouldn't leave my idol alone..." "Sorry, but I'm already in a relationship!" One day, her jealous significant other couldn't take it anymore. He stopped acting cold and wrapped his arm around her waist. "When are you going to announce who I am?" he asked in a soft voice while his gaze shifted downward.

Vanessa Monroe stays up late reading erotic novel and ends up traveling to another world by God. And is traveling to this erotic novel she's reading to be the female cannon fodder with the same name as her? And she opens her eyes to an intimate scene with a domineering CEO? Vanessa Monroe laughs, “Isn't the Domineering CEO just a vibrator that pays my salary? --This substitute lover I've decided to be!” Vanessa did not expect to wait to sit on millions of assets, travel abroad for a while, halfway to be kidnapped, sent to the bottom of the auction house. The Dark Emperor - Italian gangster with eyes downcast smiled gently and waved his hand. Vanessa Monroe cried: “Master, can I redeem myself?” Escape and fall into the sea island, fortunate to have a gentleman dark shadow prime minister as a companion. Vanessa Monroe fake smile: “I seem to have seen you in a dream?” A dreamy experience of traveling into fiction and a thrilling life with three powerful figures .

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.)

This is the story of a popular idol girlfriend, a yandere junior, a beautiful senior, a cold-faced classmate, an angelic pure and lovely sister, a taciturn but gentle and virtuous mother who are all conquered by a big-cock junior... This story basically has two main characters: [1-Xia Wenxue, The one who becomes NTR, 25% MC] [2-Ye Shengge, One who does netori, No romance or attachment, all just sex slaves 75% MC] You can consider any one as MC, it depends on your desire. grammar quality is bad, only those who like to read. ---TAG--- R18 - Netori - Mature - Smut - incest - rape - blackmail - group - Threesome - foursome - hardcore - Ghosts - Milf - etc. Discord link:(photos of the characters and random R18 photos from the chapters) --- https://discord.gg/NQTBfBxzAa ---

Michael thought a hike on the Appalachian Trail might clear his head, not turn his life upside down. Stumbling upon the Infinity Dungeon, he discovers a realm of magic—his ticket to a new life. But as Michael battles his way through the dungeon and gains magic [Skills], he realizes that the whole world is about to change forever. Other delvers with dangerous powers, hungry beasts, the awakening of old monsters. Dangers are everywhere. Friends are now enemies, abusing their power and even the Italian mob wants a slice of the pie. In a world where anyone can wield power, Michael knows he’s going to have to devise a way to get stronger. To deal with this he creates a megacorporation, and its Candle Light division is starting to look awfully similar to a certain foundation that deals with magical anomalies. LitRPG with lots of blue boxes, grounded in a real world that feels ever more dangerous, and a main character who will have to learn how to exploit his powers quickly, before events slip out of his grasp. The world is vast and full of dangers, after all, and magic only makes things worse.

Your body, your mind, your soul, your pu**y, your life are mine to do as i like. I don’t need to be in your heart for you to love me. At the age of 20 halena was a good girl, she was an innocent girl untill she was sold to an Italian god who care about nothing than to make her his…. Follow the journey of halena and vecenzo to know what happens….

[Reasoning + Imagination + Simulated Crime] “Ladies and gentlemen!” “The simulated crime show, the ultimate battle royale of the final season, is here!” “A thousand contestants participate in the game and play as villains to simulate crimes.” “As long as you can survive until the end, you can win a billion-dollar prize!!!” The entire network is completely boiling! Under heavy rewards, there must be brave men!! This season is bound to be the most exciting season among all escape shows!! And Lin Bai, after being reborn, happens to be one of the contestants. But embarrassingly, for the items drawn at the beginning, others all get weapons. But Lin Bai drew a bag of deadly duck necks... Even the staff couldn't hold back and burst out laughing. But in the next second... Lin Bai directly holds a Sprite in one hand and a lighter in the other and rushes onto the high-speed train. “I declare that all of you are hijacked by me!” Audience: “???” Hijacking a high-speed train with a Sprite? Isn't this just a pure clown? However! As time goes by... One-click sharing. The audience gradually finds that things seem to start to go wrong... [The content is short and weak. More exciting content is all in the book.]

A rookie warrior known as Seyi and his best friend, a hunchback known as Akin were sent on a perilous journey. This is a journey that they had not prepared for because the path leads them through The enchanted forest and across the forbidden territory, above all they are being pursued buy a bloodthirsty Herbal doctor who will stop at nothing to claim his prize. The task is to protect a child on his journey to reclaim the throne of Ede one of the provincial villages in Yoruba land. The journey is going to lead them through many dangers and unlock many mysteries, the once misfits of their village are destined to become great warriors in future, the journey unfolds.

In a world shrouded by dark myths and ancient ruins, a young narrator suddenly awakens in the heart of an enigmatic forest, far from their familiar royal life. Bereft of memories but driven by inexplicable whispers, they embark on a journey through the Forgotten Realm, a land fraught with arcane mysteries and the remnants of a once-powerful civilization. Guided by cryptic messages and pursued by shadowy figures, the narrator must navigate treacherous territories and ally with enigmatic characters from diverse kingdoms. Each ally shares fragments of the realm's dark history and their personal tales, woven into the fabric of the larger narrative. The narrator's path is fraught with challenges that test their courage and reveal their true nature. As the layers of the world’s dark past unfold, so too does the narrator’s destiny. They discover that they are central to an ancient prophecy that predicts the resurgence of a fallen enemy, who threatens to shatter what remains of the world. With each chapter ending in a tantalum mystery, readers are drawn deeper into a web of intrigue, magic, and betrayal. The realms speak in lost tongues—French, German, Italian, and Old English—enriching the tapestry of the tale and highlighting the diverse heritage of its inhabitants. The narrator must decipher these languages and customs to unite fragmented kingdoms against the looming darkness. "Whispers of the Forgotten Realm" is a saga of awakening, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of one’s destiny in a world where every whisper holds a truth, and every truth has its costs. With each turn of the page, the mysteries of the Forgotten Realm pull tighter, promising revelation and revolution at the journey’s end.

Gregory Evans is called to investigate a terrorist attack and discovers that a radical Islamic group has been recruiting young people to carry out attacks in various locations in New York and there is only one person who can help him in the investigation, an enemy from the past. In a journey marked by deaths and secrets hidden in political relations, Gregory Evans finds clues that will bring him face to face with a shocking revelation and the astonishing truth that we have ignored for so long. Racing against time, Gregory Evans and the Italian mafia enter into a frantic hunt for religious and political assassins, and unravel enigmas, following a trail that may lead to the secret lair where lies the only hope of saving New York City, before it collapses.

Chen Yang, an ordinary and unimpressive student, struggles in the bitter sea of academics. By chance, he acquires the mysterious Genius Learning System. This system was like a treasure trove of wisdom, possessing a vast store of knowledge and unique learning modes. It can create an exclusive program according to Lin Yu's learning situation, whether it is obscure mathematical formulas or long literary chapters, can be presented in a lively and interesting way, so that Lin Yu is mesmerized and immersed in learning. With the help of the system, Lin Yu's grades begin to soar, gradually moving from the bottom of the class to the top. However, his metamorphosis is met with concern and suspicion from all sides. While some see him as a role model to be emulated, others question his shortcuts, and some are even jealous of him. At the same time, Lin Yu discovers a huge secret behind the system, which seems to be connected to a mysterious scientific research organization. He is faced with a choice: should he continue to use the system to chase the top, or should he uncover the truth, even if he may lose this powerful help? In this tangle of learning and growth, interests and truth, Lin Yu embarks on a journey full of unknowns and challenges, and every step he takes will profoundly affect his own destiny as well as the pattern of the entire educational world.

[Battle Royale] [An Upgraded Squid Game] [Human Nature and Darkness] [Psychological Warfare] [Survival Rules] [High-Intelligence Showdown]  Fifty people are kidnapped and taken to an unknown location. Every night at 8 PM, the Death Game begins. In the end, only one person can walk out alive. The prize? Ten million in cash.  Who will emerge as the ultimate winner?

Lucifer, a passionate cultivator, rushes to claim a prize for his favorite novel but dies saving a girl from a car. In the afterlife, a guardian grants him a wish, and Lucifer chooses the strongest dragon bloodline. Transported to a new world, he masters his Devouring Dragon Art and absorbs a dying demon prince's power, gaining immense strength. Now equipped with new abilities and treasures, Lucifer embarks on a journey to become the strongest cultivator in this new realm.

[Participant in the Royal Road Writhathon Challenge] NOTE: Please support in Royal Road. Every like or comments goes a long way. After a painful breakup, a 28-year-old literature teacher is unexpectedly transported to a mystical medieval world with his loyal college assistant. In a land where words have the power to shape reality, their literary knowledge becomes their greatest advantage. As they explore this strange new realm, they uncover a dangerous secret: the godlike creator has lost control, and now the characters are alive—and free to make their own choices. ______________________________________ What to expect: 1. Narrative Driven, the story may be a litrpg but the focus is less from the stat blocks and more to the characters and plot. Although, the stats are still very much significant.  2. Conflicts are real, this means that the main characters don't just get better and move on from past traumas right away. Improvement is gradual. If you don't like waiting, or feeling pain before having the strength to overcome it, this might not be for you (sorry, I've decided to take it to the unconventional direction) 3. There is a potential slow burn romance subplot and potential love interests depending on plot progression and audience interaction. But, I'd like to make it clear that this is not a harem. 4. A whole lot of literary allusions, if you enjoy popular and classic literature, you're in for a ride! 5. Explores the struggles of a modern day teacher in depth. This story is a quest for redemption,  6. The main characters are human, this means that they aren't the typical Mary Sue or Gary Stew kinda characters. Capable of making good decisions as much as they're capable of making mistakes. ______________________________________ Sidenote: It isn't excessively violent, in fact, it's the opposite. Just wanted to put the warning since some chapter has mild descriptions of violence. Erring on the side of caution would be best. ______________________________________ This journey is a quest for redemption, a confrontation of past regrets and the reimagination life and love in a world as fluid as ink on a page. 

"Cultivating to the End" In a world where the path to immortality is fraught with peril, Wu Zheng, a man reborn, is determined to rise above the mortal plane. With the weight of three lifetimes pressing on his soul, he walks the treacherous road of cultivation, indifferent to the power struggles of his clan and the expectations placed on him. But as ancient legacies resurface and forgotten gods stir from their slumber, Wu Zheng’s quiet journey becomes entangled in a cosmic battle for supremacy. The heavens themselves threaten to descend upon Earth, as five immortal figures, each ruling a continent, prepare to clash for the ultimate prize—immortality. Beneath the looming shadows of these divine beings, Wu Zheng must carve his own path, contending with rivals from within his clan and forces beyond his control. Unknown to the world, he harbors a secret that will shake the foundations of power: his rise will not only challenge the mortal realm but will leave even the gods in awe. As the tide of war rises, one question remains—who will stand when the final battle begins? "In a world where mortals strive for the heavens, the true battle begins not when you reach the top—but when you realize the gods are waiting."

[WPC SILVER PRIZE WINNER - #199 REVENGE] [Mature Content Warning] Ayla was the child of promise for her generation— the one that'd seal away the demonic ring of nightmare and banish the Demon King forever. The appearance of the traveler from the other world, Richard Clayton was a sign from the gods that it was time to end the nightmare once and for all. She gave Richard her trust and her heart. He swore in the sacred oath of his world that he'd help her save the world and stay with her forever, cross his heart and hope to die. Ayla never imagined that she would be the one to die in betrayal. Until the light of the last star dies, she will hunt him across time and space for her revenge. Check out the "Cross Your Heart and Hope to Die" Spotify Playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0iTAtRttCXEIccj8oNKVc7?si=d0f117af35fe4ca3 Cover by JeiJandee Discord: https://discord.gg/Y79vUr4mrf Ko-fi: https://www.ko-fi.com/studiohnh

Currently getting a head start. If you read the description like a member of the italian mob on a tv show, somehow, it just fits. A man with a big stick turns into a stick himself. He plays a shamelessly titled VRMMORPG, Not-so-new Bull Shit Online. He saves the world. Bada-bing, Bada-boom. The ladies love ‘im. Please don’t pay for this, I don’t need money. I don’t need powerstones, you hear me? Just comment and I’ll push the contract date as long as I can. Comments are amazing, even if they’re stupid, short-sighted, ignorant, and hogwash. Even if you only have time to comment the letter ‘q,’ I’ll take it. Rated M for Mothers.