David Howard Thornton

Alexander Blackwell has always been a man of taste, charm, and relentless ambition—traits he inherited alongside the world’s largest fortune. When his legendary father, a trillionaire who built an empire from nothing, passes away, Alexander wakes up to a reality most could only dream of: unlimited power, endless wealth, and a blank canvas to shape his legacy. But Alexander isn’t content with simply inheriting the Blackwell name; he’s determined to redefine it. From purchasing private islands to creating monuments of vanity, hosting the most exclusive events, and launching ventures that blur the line between brilliance and indulgence, he sets out to make himself unforgettable. To Alexander, ambition and excess go hand in hand. After all, what’s the point of having everything if you’re not building something bigger? What’s the point of having it all if you aren’t living like it? Disclaimer: This work is a work of fiction. Any resemblance to real persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. All trademarks, brand names, and other proprietary rights mentioned or depicted are the property of their respective owners and are used for illustrative purposes only. This work is not affiliated with or endorsed by any brand, company, or individual mentioned. All rights reserved to their respective owners .

"Football isn't just a game"—it's life. For 16-year-old David Jones, football is more than a sport; it's an escape, a calling, and the only thing that makes sense in a world full of challenges. The electric thrill of scoring a last-minute winner, the roar of the crowd—it’s the closest thing to freedom he knows. But David's journey is far from simple. Blessed with extraordinary talent yet burdened by fiery anger, he’s fighting battles on and off the pitch. Growing up as the son of a Nigerian immigrant and a British mother, David navigates the pressures of cultural expectations, the weight of his own ambitions, and the scrutiny of a sport that demands perfection. Passion drives him forward, but his temper holds him back. Can he channel his emotions and prove himself worthy of being football's next big star? David Jones: The Next big thing is a gripping coming-of-age story about resilience, identity, and the unrelenting pursuit of dreams. Disclaimer: This work is a work of fiction. Any resemblance to real persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. All trademarks, brand names, and other proprietary rights mentioned or depicted are the property of their respective owners and are used for illustrative purposes only. This work is not affiliated with or endorsed by any brand, company, or individual mentioned. All rights reserved to their respective owners.

David Afolabi, a 14-year-old football prodigy from Nigeria, dreams of surpassing the greats and becoming the best player in the world. His ultimate goal? To lead Nigeria to its first-ever World Cup victory and make history for Africa. From playing in local youth competitions to earning a place in the the biggest leagues in europe, David's journey is filled with challenges and opportunities. With unwavering determination, the heart of a lion and the majesty of an eagle, he strives to rise from the streets of Lagos to the grand stages of European football, all while chasing his biggest dream: winning the World Cup for Nigeria.

The two men couldn't have looked more out of place on the cold afternoon streets of New Hadepee. The first was a scrawny fellow, no taller than five foot eight, wearing a white shirt marred with ugly reddish-brown stains and a pair of plain tan pants. His companion, by contrast, carried himself with an air of quiet authority—a regal-looking man with a neatly trimmed black beard, wrapped in a great black coat with a red scarf pulled snug around his neck. "I heard the man himself has come back," the one in the stained shirt said, carefully balancing on the curb with his arms outstretched. "Oh? And where did you hear that?" his companion asked, turning his head with amusement to watch the precarious balancing act. "Welp, the sergeant major told me to go down to Olker, so I figured that could only mean he's back," the man in the white shirt replied. "Vistor has close cultural and political ties with the kingdom of Olker. Don't you think it's just a protection job?" the older man in black inquired, a hint of humor in his voice. "Oh, come on, Mang, you know they'd never give someone like me a protection job," the man in the white shirt scoffed, jumping off the curb and spinning around a lamppost. The older man—now known as Mang—came to a halt, reaching into his coat and pulling out an envelope. "Well, Tai, I suppose you're wrong." Mang handed the envelope to him. Tai peeled open the envelope, sliding out the letter and studying it carefully. "Oh wow, so Marlin is marrying the queen of those people?" he asked with a shrug. "She is not a queen. Don't let anyone call her that," Mang snapped. "And if her people weren't so damn difficult, we would have annexed them already." "So we let them succeed but not Gascon? Whose idea was that? They're more like us than those humans are," Tai said, frowning. "Gascon was willing to sell to the Emperor for a small chunk of change," Mang quipped. "The Noctrous family was not." "Ok so what's that matter, all we need is a little persuasion to change their minds? We killed the chief of Gnomandale and sent his stuffed head back to them, then they sold Gnomendale to us. All we need to do to get Olker is beat the hell out of Sylvie and she will sell." Tai folds the letter and places it back into the envelope. "Tai, the people of Vistor don't have the heart to see us beat up the Eladrin people like we did the Gnomes, and plus their Chief tramp Silvye is much too pretty for us to put her head on a stick."  "Welp, it's our loss," Tai muttered, spitting onto the sidewalk. "No, it's not. Not if Chester is back…" Tai frowned. "What's Chester gonna do?" "Last I recall, his fallout with Sylvie wasn't just a petty disagreement. Before he died, he built a fleet of ships and hid them in a cove somewhere. If he wanted revenge, all he'd need is an army." "And who the hell would fight for him?" "The same people who fight for us—the poor." This is a prequel to Then Maker, another story of mine. The writing may feel somewhat outdated compared to my more recent work, but it consists of a series of scenes that occur before the main events of the novel. The description is one of my most recent pieces, which is why it differs in style from the rest of the book.

Rumours had it that he had never lost a battle, some say he is cursed with shadows following him where ever he went whispering things only he could hear and princess seraphine had just became his wife

Enel, a pale and sickly-looking young boy with no knowledge of his true origins, escapes from his village into the vast and unforgiving desert. Desperation drives him to survive the relentless heat and treacherous terrain until he stumbles upon a hidden region veiled by an otherworldly illusion. As Enel explores the hidden region, he uncovers clues and the profound secrets of Aether. Along the way, he encounters strange creatures and long-forgotten civilizations . A map found in an abandoned inn becomes his guide, leading him through the enigmatic horizons of this new world. After escaping from the hidden region almost at the cost of his life he meets someone who is bound to bring change to his and that someone also knows the truth about his past which he wants to know at all costs, learning about his past he decided to become a disciple of the eccentric stranger who promises to give him the power to shape his future. He meets allies and adverseries, he also undergo unpleasant experiences and learn hard truths which shape his life and view of the world

What happens if the one transcendent being that cares for mortals fell and got a second chance in a world full of magic, intrigue and possibly even friendships? Does the past determine the future or are we all able to pick our own destiny? An angel, one of the two nigh immortal species in existence, has been hunted and killed by his own kind because he wasn’t prepared to watch silently while his people followed their own desires to whatever end. When, against all odds, he opened his eyes again, he was someone else, his past and powers hidden deep within him. On an ancient world, with advanced magic but medieval technology, he was reborn as Cassandra Pendragon, the youngest daughter of one of the five royal families on Boseiju, the home of the fox tribe, the kitsune. As she grew up, who she was and who she had been, started shaping her future. Forgotten friends and unknown enemies began knocking at her door and while she struggled to find her way between the past and the present, the winds of war were already blowing across her home. I‘ll try to publish at least 2 chapters a week, probably more. The first story arc is pretty much mapped out. Should be around 150 or 160 chapters for the first volume (it’s taking much longer than I expected) and the second one is nearly finished as well. Try it, it should be one hell of a ride. One more thing: the first two chapters are more or less a prologue and if you want to, you can skip them, I wouldn’t recommend it, though. The writing style as well as the perspective shifts dramatically, afterwards. As for trigger warnings: it’s going to get gory from time to time, and the MC often has to pay a toll in blood. Additionally there are -mildly- sexualised scenes, once in a while, but nothing graphic. Lastly, somewhen webnovel changed the description box from female lead to female oriented. It’s mandatory and I can’t change it either way but I have no clue if the book is catering male or female preferences. I hope the description above makes up for whatever confusion it might cause.

Isabel Snow, a spoiled heiress in the Snow family was forced to marry a CEO. Carlisle DelaVega. She already had a high school lover whom she was still in love with. But Adrain, her lover has from a third tier family and that alone made him not qualified enough to marry Isabel. Nevertheless, Isabel still loved him and was strongly against the marriage. She even planned to flee with Adrian but was caught in the act. As a result, her heartless father made his military men beat Adrian blue black in front of Isabel. Isabel had already committed a hideous mistake because of Adrain and that has caused her family a great deal. Combining all of these together, she had no choice but to marry Carlisle DelaVega. Carlisle DelaVega was a prominent business tycoon and the man in every ladies dream. Unfortunately for these ladies he was already engaged to Isabel before he was even born. It was an arrangement between both their Grandparents. He didn't like that idea but for his Grandpa's sake he had to agree. Unfortunately for him, he had unknowingly fallen in love with Isabel. But he knew Isabel hated him and was determined to get her....... He just didn't know that they would soon divorce in prison. " You wanted a divorce right. It is hear. Sign it now" He said emotionlessly and looked straight at the poor girl opposite her.

Does an honest man deserve to suffer and be betrayed in an apocalypse? This is my rebirth, and I will do what I should have done.The apocalypse is not the end; it is my beginning. And this time, I will not falter. I will not hesitate. I will do what must be done.

I am Amauri Howards, a graduate with a degree in social studies. On my way to work, I experienced a strange event that seemed to constantly contrast between luck and misfortune. In the end, that strange event caused me to transmigrate to another world! My soul transferred into the body of a young man from a lower class background. Will this transmigration bring me happiness? Or will I be tormented by fate?

In a shocking turn of fate, Jack Anderson's life is brutally cut short. But death isn't the end for Jack; instead, it marks the beginning of an extraordinary journey. Reincarnated in a mystical realm, Jack discovers he's been gifted with incredible powers and an enigmatic system that guides his every move. As he navigates this unfamiliar world, Jack must confront formidable enemies, unravel ancient mysteries, and unravel the secrets of his own destiny. With the undead system as his trusted ally, Jack embarks on a perilous quest to unravel the truth about his past, his newfound abilities, and the hidden forces manipulating this strange new world. Will Jack master the undead system and unlock its full potential, or will the shadows of his own mortality consume him? Dive into the world of 'The Undead System' to join Jack on his heart-pumping, action-packed adventure through the realms of the unknown. (am participating in WSA 2025 entry so please support if you like the novel)

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Bound and broken, Grimm awakens in a subterranean prison, the captive of a ruthless vampire queen. Her obsession: to resurrect a demon king whose return promises eternal night. Can Grimm break free from her clutches and thwart her dark ritual, or will the world succumb to an age of unending shadow?

PROLOGUE  Debby had met and lost the love of her life. She had vowed never to put herself out there anymore until she met him. Adebola was not interested in any woman, he was only interested in one thing! MONEY! A chance meeting with these two, turns the stony heart of Adebola into a melting cream and all Debby wanted to scream was DEVOUR ME!

In the world of Tenria, where humans possess unique abilities known as Essences, 17-year-old Lyrien is deemed an "Awakened Failure" after his Essence is deemed too weak. However, his life takes a drastic turn when he discovers a mysterious artifact that allows him to absorb and master other people's Essences. As Lyrien becomes stronger, he's drawn into a world of powerful organizations, ancient secrets, and hidden threats. With the help of his new allies, including the skilled warrior Kaira and the genius inventor Arin, Lyrien must navigate this treacherous landscape and confront his own destiny. But as Lyrien delves deeper into the mysteries of the artifact and his own Essence, he begins to realize that his existence is not a coincidence. He's part of a larger plan, one that could change the course of history in Tenria.

When 18-year-old Kyle Conner arrives at his aunt's for a summer holiday, he expects relaxation and freedom. Instead, his life is forever altered when he crosses paths with Lilith, the demon of lust and second-most powerful entity in the underworld. Forced into a dark pact, Kyle is transformed into a demon and gifted with a mysterious system that promises immense power. But this newfound strength comes with a deadly price: Kyle must hide his true nature and navigate the treacherous world of demons, all while being hunted by Lucifer and other malevolent forces. As Kyle struggles to control his newfound powers and unravel the secrets of the system, he discovers his ultimate goal: to overthrow Lucifer and bring about a new era of peace. But with the forces of darkness closing in, Kyle must confront the darkness within himself and make impossible choices to survive. Will Kyle be able to master his demonic powers, outwit his enemies, and fulfill his destiny? Or will the weight of his newfound responsibilities consume him, dooming humanity to eternal darkness?

Beneath a razor-edged winter, Barrowham bleeds. Doctor Watters, a scientist unprepared for nightmares, is plunged into a world overrun by monstrous, mutated Lycans. His guide: Grimm, a hunter of terrifying competence and chilling secrets. Pursued through desolate lands by relentless beasts, Watters clings to Grimm, their uneasy alliance forged in fear and necessity. Driven by Watters' yearning for answers and Grimm's grim certainty of peril, the Immortal Grimm: Lycan, is a visceral dark fantasy horror story where monstrous threats are both flesh and shadow. Prepare for a descent into chilling suspense, where survival demands more than science, and the greatest horrors may wear a deceptively inviting face.

Once a terrorist of unfathomable power, he awakens with no memory and no strength, his abilities stripped away by a mysterious anomaly. As he navigates a world steeped in corruption and deception, he becomes a pawn to unseen forces seeking to manipulate him. With each revelation, he inches closer to the truth of his past—but to survive, he must reclaim the power he once wielded. As enemies emerge from the shadows and alliances prove fragile, he faces a brutal question: Will regaining his strength make him a savior—or the monster he was meant to forget?

Now, hear me out and hear me well: my name is Barogey. I was born into a humble merchant family, and yes, I’m the guy you read about at the start—the one dying. No, I wasn’t reincarnated, and honestly, if I had been, I’d rather not have been. I’m a larger man... okay, let’s not sugarcoat it—I’m kinda chubby. Blame my parents for spoiling me rotten as a kid. I had a younger brother, Louis, who I used to bully, but, uh... I killed him. Long story. Before all that drama, I was a Doctor of Magical Engineering. Then came the prison stint—because, you know, the usual evil villain schtick: kidnapping a princess, taunting her friends, and trying to force a wedding. Before that little escapade, I lived in the human kingdom of Magder. Anyway, now I’m fresh out of prison, shipped off to Tabnoth. Apparently, Vistor thinks throwing all the world’s rejects into one place is a genius plan. But hey, I’m not complaining. As long as this place has a good deli, I’m set.

Tom Crowley is a man at the bottom, crushed by a society that worships the powerful and awakened knights. As the eldest son of a prestigious family, he is ridiculed for his lack of abilities, overshadowed by his siblings who have all joined the knights. After his mother, the only person who ever defended him, dies in a tragic battle between the knights, Tom is left broken, consumed by guilt and anger. But in his darkest moment, he awakens a power long sealed within him, an inheritance from an ancient, vengeful elder knight who once sought to conquer the world. With newfound abilities that allow him to manipulate minds and cause destruction, Tom embarks on a path of revenge. He silently wages war on the knights, sowing chaos from the shadows while hiding in plain sight as a lowly cleaner in their faction. Unknown to him, his youngest brother, is now destined to inherit the power of the hero knight—awakens to stop the rising darkness. As brother faces brother, the city was now on the brink of collapse, torn between the dark force growing within Tom and the last glimmer of hope embodied by his sibling. In this tale, the lines between hero and villain blur, as Tom battles both his enemies and the demons of his past, transforming from a powerless man into the very thing society fears most.

Deep within the treacherous embrace of the Laya Mountains, a terror stalks a secluded village. When the villagers' desperate pleas reach his hardened ears, the solitary hunter, Grimm, reluctantly agrees to intervene. He embarks on a perilous ascent, expecting a beast of flesh and blood. But the ancient peaks guard secrets beyond mortal comprehension. Grimm soon discovers he faces not just a creature, but a force – a nightmarish entity whispered in legend, a primal power unleashed: the Mythical Yeti.

From the obsidian heart of the underworld, a terrifying new power is rising. A biomechanical Artificial Intelligence, twisted and relentless, is unleashing its mechanical tendrils upon the surface, devouring everything organic in its path. Grimm, the immortal warrior, master of blade and beast, now faces a chillingly unfamiliar foe. His legendary strength and mythical prowess are tested as he confronts an Automaton enemy of cold steel and superior intellect, an enemy that bleeds neither blood nor magic. Immortal Grimm: Automaton is a visceral dark fantasy where ancient myth collides with brutal machinery in a desperate fight for survival.

Valeria Moretti is forced into an arranged marriage with Matteo DeLuca, the heir to the empire that destroyed her family. Bound by blood and vengeance, she vows to bring him down from within. But as secrets unravel and betrayals come to light, she realizes the real enemy might not be the man she was forced to marry. In a world where trust is deadly and love is a weakness, Valeria and Matteo must choose: destroy each other or fight side by side against an even greater threat.

“You're too weak and I regret having you as a daughter” her father Luca growls his golden eyes narrowing in disapproval and his head shaking as a sign of disappointment. “A wolf must be strong a wolf must be fearless but you're the complete opposite” Elara tried to be strong, she really did but no matter how hard she trained, she could never match her siblings and it was always as if she didn't belong. Her transformations were painful and erratic, leaving her weak and trembling, her howl was barely a whisper, drowned out by the thunderous cries of the pack. And her empathy—a rare gift that allowed her to sense the emotions of others—was seen as a weakness, a flaw to be hidden By the time she reached adulthood, Elara had learned to make herself small. She stayed on the outskirts of the pack, avoiding the alpha’s gaze and the mocking whispers of her packmates. But deep down, she longed for acceptance. She longed to belong.