Haiku Society Of America Annual Poetry Contest

An unrighteous and a cold hearted man. a villain who struggled from the bottom to the top of society. to overcome his foes he chose to be ruthless and immoral. In a world full of cruelty Jon Hardy had no intention to hold back. A story of a man who traveled back to 1945 equipped with his knowledge of the future and his profound wisdom, Jon Hardy is determined to pursue his ultimate goal once again.

You can read the full story here, but volume 1 is currently up for sale on amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CW3HYKRQ This is a slow-burn isekai story about a young girl named Siya who was born with a weak body into a world that only cares about Strength. Because of this, she isn’t able to even use the only thing she has going for her, a knack for strategy, which is the last thing that the nation of meat heads seems to care about. She faces many hardships and trials, struggling through abuse, grueling training, and seeing death around every turn. Despite all of this, she presses on, grasping at straws and using everything at her disposal to survive. Turning to devine favor, unique abilities, and even magic and dark magic later on, they each come with a new problem. As she finds unlikely friends, and deals with unthinkable betrayals, she struggles to finally stand tall and place herself in a position of power where her true abilities could finally shine. This is NOT a revenge story, but that isn’t to say the main character magically forgives people either.

Centuries ago, a mysterious energy called "Mana" revolutionized society, but it led humans to face an unprecedented crisis: the "Great Fall". After centuries of intensive use of mana, flora and fauna mutated, becoming more powerful and intelligent. Confronted with this threat, humanity takes refuge in the bastions, the 21 fortresses, to survive. Humans also begin to mutate, developing greater physical and intellectual abilities, as well as special powers called "systems" and "stigmata". However, a scientist warns of an even more devastating imminent threat: insects, organized and cruel, will mutate in turn. To counter this imminent threat, humans begin to study the beasts and learn to cultivate Mana like them. Mana exercises are created to accelerate this process and copy some of the characteristics, but changing exercises is difficult and risky. As the world struggles for survival, Rin, a semi-awakened with the power to perceive everything around him, finds himself at the heart of this turmoil, determined to find his place in a world in chaos and to protect those he loves from the surrounding dangers. ***************************************** Participate in WSA 2024

In the heart of the bustling metropolis, where skyscrapers pierce the clouds and ambition fuels dreams, a chance encounter changes the course of two lives forever. Ella, a struggling artist barely making ends meet, finds herself caught in a web of humiliation when her ex-boyfriend marries her former best friend. Desperate to save face, she impulsively agrees to a marriage of convenience with the enigmatic billionaire CEO, Damien Stone. Damien, accustomed to the cutthroat world of business, sees Ella's proposition as a mutually beneficial arrangement. He needs a temporary wife to appease his board of directors, and she needs a way out of her predicament. But beneath the surface of their calculated deal, an unexpected attraction begins to blossom.

Thế giới bỗng một ngày xuất hiện những sinh vật vượt trội giả dạng thành vô số tinh anh của xã hội trong cuộc sống thường ngày. Đó là lúc Long Tâm Nhi biết về một thế giới khác và dị năng mà bản thân cùng bạn bè cô đang sở hữu. Dưới sự trợ giúp của bảy vị chủ thần từ thế giới Trái Đất, sáu nhân vật chính đặt chân đến với vùng đất tại thế giới khác. Từ đây, mở ra cuộc hành trình luyện cấp tại dị giới của những người đến từ thế giới Trái Đất. [Hệ Thống Cấp Bậc Của Dị Giới và Thế Giới Trái Đất] •Level 1-10= Thức Tỉnh (Nhất-Cửu Giai) •Level 11-20= Ngưng Thần (Nhất-Cửu Giai) •Level 21-30= Luyện Cốt(Nhất-Cửu Giai) •Level 31-40= Thuật Sĩ (Nhất-Cửu Giai) •Level 41-90= [Chức nghiệp theo dị năng] •Level 91-100= Đế Vương (Nhất-Cửu Giai) •Level 101-110= Chuẩn Thần (Nhất-Cửu Giai) •Level 111-...= Chủ Thần (Nhất-Cửu Giai)

This is not a full on novel, rather an anthology of my poetry mostly about love over the years, Volume 1 is the better poetry and volume 2 is everything that’s not what I consider my quality poetry but still sharing it anyway. this explores mostly sad and angry themes featuring heartbreak so read at your own discretion

If faced with the sudden end of the world, how would we survive?

A collection of poems.

Traditional exorcism: holy water, a priest's useless babble, and the need to know the demon's true name—it's just too much hassle. The innovated exorcism: ["You demon spawn, eat my laser weapon!"] ["Flagship, do you see that demon?"] ["Main star-annihilating cannon, charge up!"] ["Fire the cannon, and let it blast the hell out of them!"] "Oh? Who said all Exorcists were pushovers?"]

Just a space where I let my poetry do the talking, no big deal.

In 1984, America's streets were already a powder keg of crime and chaos. Then came Sean Rockefeller – and he brought matches to the party. But calling him just another troublemaker would be missing the point entirely. Sean wasn't your typical player in America's underworld. While others fought over street corners, he was building an empire that would touch everything from Hollywood to Wall Street. This wasn't just another crime story. This was about transformation: From a pizza shop worker to legal mastermind From street survivor to entertainment mogul From nobody to somebody who made Hollywood executives sweat From target to the head of an elite security operation From hustler to legitimate businessman One bullet to the head should have ended his story. Instead, it was just the beginning. Sean didn't just survive in America's underworld – he rewrote the rules. His empire would stretch from the courtrooms to the movie studios, from private security to legitimate business ventures. Some called him a thug who got lucky. Others said he was a genius who gamed the system. But everyone agreed on one thing: Once Sean Rockefeller entered the game, nothing in America's criminal landscape would ever be the same. They say America is the land of reinvention. Sean Rockefeller took that idea and ran with it – all the way to the bank.

its anything that you want it to be its meant for your feelings to just let lose

In a typical high school, a perverted boy stumbles upon a secret society that promises to fulfill any of his wildest desires. However, to gain their favor, he must complete a series of outrageous and often embarrassing tasks. As he navigates this new world filled with unexpected challenges, he discovers that fulfilling his fantasies may come at a cost, forcing him to confront his deepest insecurities and the true meaning of connection. With each task, he finds himself tangled in a web of humor, desire, and the complexities of teenage relationships.

Max and Ruby, an unlikely duo of friends, find themselves embroiled in a series of exciting adventures in their small town of Sunnyville. Their journey begins with the annual Grapefruit Festival, where they compete in the Great Grapefruit Eating Contest and emerge victorious. However, their adventure doesn't stop there. A mysterious series of thefts plagues the town, and Max and Ruby, fueled by curiosity, embark on a quest to uncover the truth. They discover a secret society of grapefruit enthusiasts and a powerful artifact that could change the world. Throughout their journey, they face challenges, solve puzzles, and overcome obstacles. Their friendship is tested and strengthened as they navigate the complexities of their newfound roles as guardians of the grapefruit's power.

"Khoảng Trời Riêng Của Hai Ta" là câu chuyện xoay quanh mối tình đầy trong sáng và ngọt ngào giữa Nhạc Linh Âm và Cao Trình Ngôn, hai học sinh trung học với những tính cách đối lập. Linh Âm là một cô gái thích mơ mộng và dành thời gian trong thế giới của sách vở. Ngược lại, Trình Ngôn là cậu bạn nổi tiếng khắp trường với sự lạnh lùng, đẹp trai và tài giỏi. Hai người tình cờ trở thành bạn cùng bàn sau một sự cố nhỏ trong lớp. Những cuộc trò chuyện ban đầu đầy ngại ngùng dần biến thành những khoảnh khắc chia sẻ những ước mơ, bí mật mà cả hai chưa từng kể với ai. Giữa những giờ học, bài kiểm tra và áp lực tuổi mới lớn, tình cảm của họ bắt đầu nảy nở trong thầm lặng. Tuy nhiên, không dễ để hai con người với thế giới quan khác biệt tìm thấy điểm chung. Họ sẽ phải vượt qua những hiểu lầm, mâu thuẫn và những khó khăn trong việc khám phá chính mình để giữ lấy "khoảng trời riêng" mà chỉ họ mới hiểu. Câu chuyện không chỉ dừng lại ở tình yêu, mà còn là hành trình trưởng thành của cả hai, tìm kiếm và giữ gìn những giá trị cá nhân trong giai đoạn tuổi trẻ học đường. "Khoảng trời của anh không rộng lớn, chỉ đủ cho một người – và đó là em." - Cao Trình Ngôn. "Dù thế giới có bao nhiêu bộn bề, chỉ cần ở bên anh, em biết rằng khoảng trời này vẫn luôn là của chúng ta." - Nhạc Linh Âm. Lời tác giả: Truyện chỉ có ngọt và ngọt, nam nữ chính đều sạch và trong sáng (nam chính thì không biết có trong sáng không). Truyện vừa lãng mạn vừa thiêng về chữa lành, nhẹ nhàng. Mời các bạn đón xem!

The Non-Human Society is a shell of its former self. Its members are scattered and in hiding, and few if any have the will to fight any longer. Joining the Society, Renn has a single goal. To no longer be alone. Yet her membership comes at a price. Renn joins Vim, the Societies Protector, in hopes of preserving the last chance she has at finding a home and a place to belong. What to expect? - An immersive world-building and character focused story! - A typical, but fleshed out, low-fantasy world. Regrettably, the only numbers that go up here are the chapter and word counts...! And my debt, but let's not talk about that. - A more down to earth, sometimes somber story. But there is hope! - A huge world to get lost in. Lots of content. Over 1M words written already! - Side-Stories! Now released once a month. - A tiny sliver of my heart... forever yours! || Find more on Royal Road and Patreon! ||

The vast scale of our universe has lead us to believe that we must be alone. However, this isn't the case. Fane, a member of a highly advanced spacefaring civilization, is suddenly summoned to a medieval world, reminiscent of Old Earth's Dark Ages. On the surface, kingdoms wage endless wars, while beneath, a mysterious dungeon sprawls, its labyrinthine corridors constantly shifting like the gears of a clock. Yet, this world is not the only one drawn into the chaos. Two others have also been pulled into the fray, bringing with them powerful crystalline mages and ancient gods long thought forgotten. Now, Fane must fight to survive alongside native warriors and foreign entities alike, all while unraveling the cryptic mysteries of this strange and dangerous realm. Survival is only the beginning - deciphering the truth could change everything. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Hello! Thanks for checking out my work! I'm not the greatest author, but I plan to consistently update this project, even if I have to write significantly slower than what you typically find on this platform. (My apologies!) Below, you will find some key notes that might be nice to see before becoming invested. PACE: 1 ch/week For now, I plan to write roughly 1 chapter / week. However, this might change in the future as I acclimate to writing more frequently. (Or if this story randomly becomes very successful.) MONEY: At least first 50 ch FREE I know I just mentioned this story becoming "successful", which typically entails paying the author and bla bla bla. BUT! I like the idea of this just being my story with no hooks or lines for a while. I plan to make the greater first chunk of the story free. TRENDS: ~~Overpowered~~ Honestly, I hate the concept of things being "overpowered". It reminds me of the first time I hacked my favorite childhood videogame. (It sucked the fun out of it completely.) That being said, I want this story to involve genuine challenges that take effort or risk to overcome. GENRE: Action, Mystery I would like this story to focus primarily around Action and Mystery. There might be some mild things tossed into the fray like comedy and romance, but don't expect anything too raunchy. DISCORD: -not yet implemented- I may eventually start a discord for this story. It could make a good library for supporting lore or artwork, as well as a place for people to discuss their theories or leave feedback. For now, this discord doesn't yet exist, but I will update you here when/if that changes. OTHER STORIES: Paused A few of you may have known me from my previous stories. I know, you may be pretty bummed that I haven't updated either in a really long time. There were some pretty hefty flaws in those stories that I kind of beat myself up over. (I actually formed this story while trying to restructure the surface world for 'Reincarnated as a Haunted Machine'.) For now, this will be my only work, as the world I live in has become rather complicated in recent years. Perhaps at some point, I will return to my other works, but for the foreseeable future, this story will be my one true love.

Tôi không thể hiểu được, tôi và cậu bạn thân nhất của tôi hồi cấp 2 (giờ vẫn như hình với bóng). Tính cách của hai đứa hoàn toàn trái ngược, ấy sao mà có thể là những người bạn tri kỉ nhỉ? Nếu ví tôi là một bài Toán logic đầy lí trí, ắt hẳn cậu bạn thân ấy là một câu chuyện có thể chiếm lấy trái tim của biết bao độc giả. Lúc nào cũng là người chủ động bắt chuyện với mọi người, còn tôi thì ngược lại – không dám giao tiếp vì một tuổi thơ học đường không mấy vui vẻ. Nhưng rồi, cuộc sống đầy biến động của chúng tôi bắt đầu khi cậu ấy niềm nở bắt chuyện với tôi về bài kiểm tra vừa được phát. Tưởng chừng đó chỉ là một cuộc trò chuyện đơn giản và tôi sẽ quay lại cuộc sống bình thường. Nhưng không. Đó là bắt đầu cho hành trình tình bạn của chúng tôi. "Chào buổi sáng, Khôi! Bị gì mà đứng ngơ ra đó vậy?" "À, chào buổi sáng, Kiên! Suy nghĩ mấy cái linh tinh ấy mà." ---- Nguồn bìa truyện. Canva: LOFA, pixabay, irkuniadi, Sketchify Education, Trendify, Canva Create Studio. Microsoft: Copilot.

In the captivating realm of High Reach, within the Kingdom of Bretany, a land once revered for its poetic allure and cultural riches, now bears witness to the tumultuous war of successions. "A Lion's Clash" tells the gripping saga of the rightful heir to the High Throne, Princess Elsbeth Lionith, daughter and heiress of the late King Ertur Lionith, as she contends with her ambitious uncle, Lord Erwyn Lionith, the younger brother of the king, in a fierce struggle for power. Amidst the backdrop of bloodshed and betrayal, the echoes of poetry intertwine with the sounds of war, immortalizing the bravery and sacrifices of the combatants, shaping the destiny of High Reach forever.

In a sleepy suburban town, a group of teenagers stumbles upon a hidden network of tunnels beyond their neighborhood. What starts as a thrilling adventure quickly turns into a dangerous game when they uncover evidence of a sinister plot unfolding right under their noses. As they delve deeper into the tunnels, they discover clues that lead them to a secret society operating within their town. But the more they uncover, the more they realize they're in over their heads. Soon, they find themselves caught in a web of lies, deceit, and danger, with no one to trust but each other.

////\\\\\\\ Disclaimer!!! All Rights Reserved.  Golden_Essence Copyright 2024 Before you start reading this book.... THIS BOOK CONTAINS EXTREMELY EXPLICIT SEXUAL CONTENT OF THE MOST GRAPHIC NATURE. I'm a degenerate, so this book was made for degenerates. If you fancy a romantic relationship between two females, then read at your own discretion. The book is pretty much depraved, with a dark tone, but sexy, trust me. If you are underage or unwilling to experience depictions of Yuri, hardcore sex, fetish behaviors, and unrestrained carnal perversions in lurid detail - DO NOT READ THIS BOOK. You have been warned - continuing past this point confirms you are an adult clearly consenting to subjecting yourself to material that does not shy away from portraying sexuality and deviance in its most profane, boundary-pushing extremes. If you nevertheless choose to proceed and find yourself offended or disturbed, DO NOT BLAME THE AUTHOR. This is your final advisory.  18+ ONLY. Moving on... No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any more or by any mass electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise without prior written permission of the author. Please, Take Note: This is a book of fiction. All characters, names, places, incidents and behavior are from my imagination, used with no intentions of hurting anyone; Any resemblance to any actual living thing or dead is mainly by coincidence and I sincerely apologise. Read on!!

Canceled dont read, but if you do read, just know I won't be updating this version.

I awaken from darkness, bathed in blood and fire, reborn anew. The demon lord Mephisto arrives on Earth, initiating the second cycle of evolution. Modern civilization teeters on the brink of collapse under the onslaught of advanced beings. Even the torrent of steel and war machines cannot hold back the tide, as the world gradually descends into unknown chaos...

"Hmm?" "I seem to have been reincarnated into a modern superpower society??" "I'm a direct descendant of the Gula Family???" Looks like my second life will be anything but boring, hehe. ~~~ The story revolves around Alphonse Gula, a normal person reincarnated into a powerful family in a world dominated by people with superpowers. How will he adapt with his new identity in this unfamiliar world?

A collective work of poems of various genres