Black Lives Matter Poetry Contest

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

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

Coming to my senses... I find myself a desperado. In the depths of azure, black sails flutter. Treasure gleams, blades ring out. Pillage, slaughter, irreverence towards the gods. Youth fades swiftly, all but meat and wine for pleasures. [Slice of Life][Romance Simulation][Business Simulation]

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

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

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

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

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

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

This is my thing, my irrational thoughts, my unstable emotions, written into a poem to be controlled, so don't worry, and get angry, cause these are my humble and not so intelligent morale values, so sit back and enjoy the work of this humble one.

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

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

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

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

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

Do you once imagine a place where there's a high paying job but cheap prices of supplies and low bills of rent, water and electricity? Sitio De Villasarza is known because of it. Many people move here because they believe that there's a lot of advantages offered for their family and life. But what if this place has a hidden goal and this benefit is just a plain plan to lure people inside? The three youngsters, Yuki, Deiji and Michelle were living under the same roof in the girls dormitory. The three of them face a different and strange experience inside the Sitio De Villasarza together with Michelle's twin brother, Michael. And they soon met Glenn, classmate of Michael who offered them help and protection. They meet a lot of people and they also fight together as the number of their group keeps decreasing. Can they still be alive or they will be dead before help arrives?

What kind of realm would you choose to live in after digitizing your mind? For Amun, that was a magical world where he could be free to learn until his end of days. What he got was to become the living god of a vast realm in an odd universe. A being who'd be born with the world. And later stripped of it all. A being of juxtaposition and contradictions. A sinner and a saint. A wise sage and a genius scientist. A loving creator and a baleful explorer. An elf and a devil, living in a world of might and magic. But all is not what it seems. Peace is fleeting. Figures loom in the light. Forms strafe through the trees. And one Amun is woefully ignorant to the ways of a realm so ripe for change. Yet he is one who cannot help but change it. So he devotes himself to forming the greatest guild the Mortal Plane has ever seen, intending to change his world and others for the better. And yet, somewhere along the line of his undying march, Amun evolved into the being all denizens of the Mortal Plane either revered; or feared. The Black Magus. *** This novel’s lore, story, and characters are entirely fictitious. Certain long-standing countries, institutions, organizations, agencies, public offices, etc. are/may be mentioned, but their histories and the characters involved are wholly imaginary. *** This novel’s lore, story, and characters are entirely fictitious. Certain long-standing countries, institutions, organizations, agencies, and public offices are mentioned, but their histories and the characters involved are wholly imaginary. Look for the story on RR. https://www.royalroad.com/profile/202907/fictions

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

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

In a world where ancient rulers known as Archons once wielded unimaginable power, a legendary figure named Aeonith falls in battle, sacrificing everything to protect his realm from chaos. The gods, hungry for destruction, believed they had extinguished his light forever. But fate has a twist. Aeonith is resurrected as Zaryth, a seemingly ordinary 16-year-old boy from a prestigious family entwined with darkness. With only fragmented memories of his past life, Zaryth struggles to navigate his new reality, where he is seen as "good for nothing" due to his small mana core. As he grapples with his identity, Zaryth learns of a devastating secret: his twin sister, Ruby, a gifted magician with unmatched potential, has vanished. Driven by a desperate need to uncover the truth and reunite with her, Zaryth embarks on a perilous journey filled with cryptic clues and dark forces that lurk in the shadows. But the path is fraught with challenges. As Zaryth confronts the remnants of his former life, he discovers that unlocking the Archon within him may be the key to his survival—and the salvation of the world. With every step he takes, the boundaries between dreams and reality begin to blur, and Zaryth finds himself caught in a web of intrigue that could unravel the very fabric of existence. Can he rise to the occasion and embrace his destiny, or will the darkness that once sought to destroy him consume him once more? The answers lie hidden in the whispers of the past and the mysteries of the future, waiting to be unveiled.

A collection of poems.

A organization or group named Black, made more modern technologies than any other countries in the world. They made a spaceship that is good and fast enough to travel to a discovered and known habitable planet called Aetheris to discover it if it is good enough to be a habitable place for humans. What would they discover there? Beautiful scenery? Beautiful creatures? Other humans? Aliens? Or monsters?