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Kim Mugen encounters a dark man in the alleyway, before he can say anything, the dark man begins telling Kim a story. “How a man once picked up an empty, blank book, once the man opened up the book he disappeared… entirely”. After the strange man told Kim the story, Kim ran away but when he looked back to see the strange man, he couldn’t see him… almost as if he had disappeared…. almost as he never existed…. Running to school, Kim found an empty cover book, he stood in disbelief and decided to open the book, in the book, Kim sees that the first page was moving, where he can feel the breeze that’s was coming out of the moving page, the book fell…. not a person in sight… the book haven’t even move an inch and Kim… he was gone… almost as if he had disappeared into a new world… A world where anything can happen, a world where a book can become both reality and fictional… What will Kim faced in this new world?

Exiled by his father and sent to an orphanage in enemy territory, Devon grapples with feelings of betrayal and abandonment. Stripped of his royal identity, he struggles to adjust to a life far removed from the court's opulence. Amid the unfamiliar faces, he meets Caelan, a curious and unassuming boy who begins to crack the walls around Devon's guarded heart. As he navigates this new life, Devon wonders if exile might offer him something he’s never known—a true sense of belonging. “I told you—I’m done with Sysis. Whatever happens there is not my concern.” “You can run from your past, Devon. But you can’t outrun your blood.” ******** Why don't give this a try? I want to improve my writting and storyline. Any critique are open.

"You and I need to declare to them that we are dating." "Neither stingy love nor false feelings tell of the inner beauty of a person. Only purity in the soul, to which people's gaze is subject, is worthy to cause amazement about the fullness of the person in whom that trait is placed." "Do you know what that made me realize?" Ryo said surreptitiously, and slowly turned around. "People need care," he added slowly, with a confident tone. "Why does one's happiness not return with a coin…? Why should I endure it for more than a decade? Did I do something wrong?" she said quietly, leaning on her knees. It was the cycle of her life. *** Tokyo, 2022. During puberty, adolescents encounter a tremendous amount of emotional outbursts. Relationships and love, commitment and peacefulness become important in their lives. These factors give them a sense of carefree adolescence. But Ryou Hayashi doesn't see it that way. Having had difficulties in dealing with socialization since childhood, he suddenly and unwillingly moves to Tokyo from his hometown. Taking nothing from home with him, his life begins to change under the patronage of new acquaintances. Whether his outlook on life will change with the new city, or whether he will wallow in loneliness, never having felt the touch of teenage life, is up to him to decide when he meets four other high school students. It is a story about new acquaintances of completely different Japanese students in their final year of high school. By chance, their views cross each other, but neither of them knows until the end where their acquaintance will lead. It is a story of friendship, animosity, love, and colors. It is a story about community. Tokyo, the city of dreams. This city fulfills the dreams of workaholics and casts the lazy into exile, relaxes and never stops tiring, brings happiness to some and takes it away from others. From this beautiful city, covered by a veil of blinding lights, their story filled with dramatic challenges and tragedies begins. The story of a group of teenagers, who are unaware of their affections. The plot takes the reader straight to the eastern country, where the sun begins to rise first. Being wrapped in sakura petals, the roads lead to the prudence of a nature unseen anywhere before. A country with mind-boggling virtues in culture and tradition tells the story of ordinary schoolchildren, suggesting a life around endless youthful unrest and human outlook. Modern Japan (Nihon) introduces people who are able to live simultaneously under difficult but beautiful living conditions. This country teaches residents to love.

In modern America a teenage vampire/alien and four men's lives intersect into an ultimate reverse harem. Haunted by a past and a fascist ruler of her home planet, she battles her enemies to achieve her goals in life.

Story of girl who was struggling with everyday life she moves to a new country with the help of a scholarship. She just fell for someone who was beyond her expectation. She never knew what he felt. "I was falling for him in a way i never wanted to but was he mine ever!" "She was his only salvation—if he ever fell into the abyss, she would be his escape. If he were to die, he would rise again, only for her." The pictures used are taken from pinterest so credit goes to respective owners

Seaview is a beautiful town touching the ocean, the waves and what lies beneath tell stories of destiny and two hearts collide at the right time. The book details Olivia, a young artist in her mid-twenties who cultivates a dream in the shelter of her post-traumatic recurrent pain and whose life revolves around producing art and the soothing sound of the sea. They embrace Liam as a mysterious young man diagnosed with ‘troubled past’ who comes to Seaview for solace from physical and metaphysical confusion. As fate would have it, they get off on the same bus and for whatever reason, they can’t deny the chemistry between them. In the process of the two characters’ interaction trust and Love eventually appear. Still, the unexpected coming of forgotten secrets can compel the Couple to destroy all the creations till then. When Olivia and Liam come home they are forced to face their fears and the things they have run from, discover a reality they never wanted to come true, and learn how to accept the things they never wanted to accept. Forced into fear and betrayal, joy, and sorrow, their love becomes a great poignant picture of life that happens not only on screen but off-screen as well. Nevertheless, for each hardship that they face, they emerge the relationship even stronger showing them that the secret to finding a kind of love that can heal is in opening up to someone else and trusting them.

To the world he was a villain, but to me he was my brother. In a world where death is the currency, how does one survive? how does one live and thrive? We do it the only way we know how....By Killing And as he goes down the path of revenge and death.... It's up to me to keep him sane. My brother, my savior, my avenging angel. but to the rest of the world He is Azrael, The First God of Death.

[PARTS 97/100 PUBLISHED] [PARTS 0/100 REVISED AND EDITED] ⭐ Ranked #1 on Wattpad for "Cosmic Horror" and "Thought-provoking" Categories ⭐ Artwork for this novel is available on the Official DeviantArt Page here: https://www.deviantart.com/aizarikijaz ~ "EXISTENTIAL WOES", a song composed for this book and intended to be used for the trailer once its finished, is available on Spotify and Apple Music here: https://open.spotify.com/album/7ca13sfaeFENraFqAMNR1i?si=w612hymRSK2fC1xhFc146g https://music.apple.com/us/album/existential-woes-ep/1779593223 ~ The Official Instagram Page for "The Book of Abbadon" can be visited here: https://www.instagram.com/bookofabbadon/profilecard/?igsh=M2NyYnRuZm9iOHE= ... ⚠️ CONTENT WARNING ⚠️ This story is targeted towards young adults and it contains Mature Content such as: - Vulgar Language - Graphic Depictions of Violence and Gore - Graphic Depictions of Sex and Nudity - Potentially Offensive Religious Themes You must be at least 18 years or older in order to read this story, and by reading it, you do so at your own risk. Reader's discretion is advised.

I look longingly into Irina’s blue eyes on this tranquil night. I am about to ask her, “Irina… will… will you…” She looks at me with curiosity, “Will I what Franz?” Suddenly a deafening boom sounds throughout the city. Then the city’s air raid sirens scream to life with its ear splitting shrieking. The wispy fingers of the searchlights probe the cloudy night sky. Irina and I look at each other in alarm. We silently agree, we need to find out what is happening. Germany, Toter Garten, 1944. The flames of the Second World War have engulfed Europe, no longer sparing the German people. In a quiet town far away from the chaos of battle is a young German teen, Franz Henkel, who desperately tries to find his way into adulthood in a world gone mad for violence.

An entangled fate of Women where its gonna lead her. The person she loved died in her hand every life they met the cruility of fate or the decision of past which was forgetten where it leads her.In a realm torn between destiny and desire, a young woman is thrust into a world of betrayal, power, and secrets. After a deadly accident, she is transported to an ancient past where she becomes the feared Demoness With her yin and yang souls separated, she battles between love and vengeance as she meets her reincarnated lover again and again-only to lose him each time in a tragic cycle. Determined to end the gods' cruel interference, she wields her powers to defy heaven itself. But as her final sacrifice nears, the line between reality and imagination blurs, leaving her to wonder if her tale is truth or a dream from which she cannot escape.

Alex, a 16-year-old with sharp wit and undeniable beauty, was known for her confidence and the way she walked with her head held high. She was the object of admiration for many boys at school, though she seemed indifferent to the attention, focusing instead on her studies and aspirations. falls in love with her class teacher

Lyra (The FL) and Atlas (The ML) were once childhood friends, destined to lead as the Beta’s daughter and the Alpha’s son. But after a drunken one-night stand and a painful rejection, Lyra left the pack. Five years later, she’s a respected rogue advisor, forced to return when a common enemy threatens both packs. Reunited with Atlas, tensions run high as old wounds reopen. With their past looming between them, can they set aside their differences to protect their people—or will their fractured bond tear them apart?

Nicolas, a curious and imaginative 15-year-old, stumbles upon an ancient, glowing book in his grandfather's attic. What begins as a simple discovery quickly turns extraordinary when the book whisks him away to a breathtaking world beyond anything he’s ever dreamed. In this new realm of magic and wonder, Nicolas uncovers secrets about his family, his destiny, and a forbidden love that could change everything. But danger lurks in the shadows, and Nicolas must decide: will he embrace the adventure or risk losing it all?

This is a collection of all the random ideas in my head that I just need to jot down, do with them as you wish because thats what its for.

A brother banished from the gods' table for his mixed blood. Liam uncovers a great power following his banishment which strikes him on a course for revenge. But it's not that simple. He believes the gods are incredibly arrogant and wishes to rid them of their power. His experiences during his banishment changed his outlook on them. However, he doesn't succeed and dies at the hands of his own brother. But before his brother can take his either he casts it from his body sending it to locations throughout the world making it impossible for them to find. " I swear to you, brother. I will strike you down along with all the others who thrive in their riches and pleasures. It may not be my body, but it sure as hell will be my will!" It seems, however, the one chosen was one who Liam would have never imagined. One not even from his world. Tyler. A lawyer who thrives in his own riches and pleasures, Would send an innocent man to life if it meant making a buck. Is transported while crossing the road to this world and forced to live a new life absent of his money. His future that seemed so certain before. Was now completely unknown.

Forline College becomes a hellhole for Snow Carson as soon as she meets him.The school devil. Her life takes a drastic turn as she delves deeper in his world of secrets, hidden identity that threatens to consume her and her past begins to haunt her. What happens when her past began to hunt her?! What happens when the devil's overprotective dominance begin to draw her in?! Will love set in or will it lose?

Growing up the scheme of Glasgow a young girl discovers who she is. After a tragic loss She moves to America with a family she doesn't want to know. Shoved into a world with money and glitz keira struggles to to accept the new life she's given. Will she be able to or will the ones she trust hurt her the My name is Keira Campbell and this is my story.

In this world, powers called Elements can be found or earned amongst the citizens of Alard, some people are birthed with them while others never get any, 5 kids in high school discover the unlimited versatilities of elements and muster their strength to command their own elemental powers, do they have what it takes to defeat the threats that may venture their way?

HIATUS Theos Martin is a charismatic young man, admired for his intelligence, strength, and authenticity. Behind his love for video games and anime, he hides a secret: he is the hero destined to save another world. One day, a goddess appears and reveals his true mission: to defeat the Demon King, an evil entity threatening this parallel universe. But things don’t go as planned. Upon arriving in this unfamiliar world, Theos loses part of his memories and finds himself in a strange environment where reality follows no logic. He quickly realizes that this quest is far more than just a battle against evil. He must rediscover himself and make crucial choices, not only for his own destiny but also for the future of the world he left behind.

Navigating the challenges of working in a forensic setting as the only woman in my unit was no easy task. Every day brought hurdles I wasn’t always prepared to face, yet I found strength in the resilience gifted to me by my faith. I’m grateful to still have my health, my voice, and the ability to connect with others. Life has taught me to rise each time I stumble, and to turn obstacles into stepping stones toward growth and self-discovery. The journey has been far from smooth. Juggling multiple jobs while pouring my soul into writing books came with its own set of trials, financial strains, time constraints, and the learning curve of being a first-time author. But I refused to let challenges define me. Instead, I channeled my energy into something positive, transforming my struggles into stories that inspire. Through sheer determination and support from platforms like The Push Publication, I was able to bring my vision to life. Writing has been my sanctuary, a way to process the trials of life and share lessons learned along the way. My story is proof that, with persistence and faith, you can rise above any adversity and turn dreams into reality.

.After some time Johnny's father realizes that this is an ordinary book, no, it is a magic book, then he tells Johnny that this is an ordinary book, then Johnny's father says you go play now, then he hides to the landlord of the village. Go and say I have a magic book.Then the zamindar says what are you saying is this true the man says yes zamindar mashai then the zamindar gives him some money and says that no one else should know about this magic book....After that, during the night, there was an incident with the magic book.... When the landlord opened the book, so many lights started coming out from inside the book that the landlord got scared and closed the book again..Next day that Johnny went to work in the zamindar's house then saw that book with the zamindar then went to his father and said why that book with the zamindar....Then his father told him the truth that the book was a magic book... Then the boy went to the landlord's house to steal the book. At night when that boy of Gavi went to steal,,,, when the boy opened that book after Then that boy is also afraid,,, after a while all the magic of that book enters Johnny, Johnny doesn't understand anything, after a few days Johnny slowly realizes that his body is Yes...Johnny goes to a secluded area to test it Johnny after testing he goes to his house the next day everyone Johnny is passing by and thinks I'm After that, an old man came in front of Johnny. The old man asked Johnny for help. Johnny did not understand anything and helped him with magic.The people around are surprised to see Johnny doing magic,,,then Johnny told everyone.I have a magic book I have learned many magic from that Khan.I won't harm you... everyone was surprised and happy after hearing this.. Then Johnny further said I am always with you.I will help, then all the people of that village praise Johnny by word of mouth, after a few days the zamindar of that village can know about Johnny, then the zamindar sends Johnny.After some time, Johnny came to bring Johnny, Johnny asked the landlord, why is the landlord asking, the landlord said, "Hey, I need you now."Johnny said what do you need, landlord Borlo I heard you have magic book Johnny said yes you heard right, landlord said it is I bought it from your father don't you know, the day I bought the book it means you stole that book, Johnny said yes landlord.Landlord said give me back my book, Johnny said I will return all the money my father took, Landlord said I don't need money I need that Johnny said that is not possible, the landlord got angry and asked Johnny to catch him, that's when Johnny became blind with magic and that Khan..After escaping, the landlord arrested Johnny's father, Johnny realized that he went to the landlord's house to bring his father, but the landlord made a trap to catch Johnny, Johnny did not understand it and caught him in the trap of the landlord. After what time.Zamindar comes to Johnny and says if you give me that magic book, then I will release you and your father, Johnny said to Zamindar you should release my father first.I will give you the magic book, the landlord thinks for some time, then the landlord agrees, the landlord asks his men to release Johnny's Johnny cleverly makes a fake magic book and gives it to the landlord, the landlord doesn't understand anything, after that Johnny leaves his father in another village, the landlord breaks the book and shows that this book is fake, the landlord gets angry, angry. Go kill Ordered, after that Johnny went to the landlord's house, the landlord saw Johnny and asked him to kill him, after that a fight started between Johnny and the landlord's men,,, at one stage Johnny killed all the landlord's men, then only the landlord was left alive.Then Johnny took the zamindar to the people of the village, after that Johnny said to all the people of the village tell me what I will do to him,,,all the people of the village hands..He picked up Johnny and told him to kill the zaminda

Once upon a time, a werewolf named Tara had one of the most eventful birthdays in history. Within just one day, she came of age, shifted into her wolf form for the first time, found her fated mate, and became a Queen. All of her dreams came true, and rather than doubting herself or becoming overwhelmed, she embraced her fate with an open heart. The adventures shared by Tara, her wolf Trinity, and her mate, Lycan King Maddoc (and of course, his wolf/beast Koda) are not all sunshine and roses. Assassination attempts, greed, jealousy, and even pure malice threaten the peace they bring to one another. You will find many of the themes typical of shifter fiction you love in this story, but the werewolves and lycans in this story are the best part, the characters . This is my first novel, I will be publishing a chapter every week until these characters, who are becoming dear to my heart, get to their happily ever after. Or whatever fate awaits them, in the end.