The A List

Desperation is the failure of triumph, the journey of one marked by defeat, the haunting shadow of time misused and opportunities left to decay. Has the time for desperation slipped away, or is it always near? Was my yearning a flaw, or a truth I couldn’t deny? ••• He thought death had taken him. Yet, he found himself breathing, in a place that wasn’t his. He had barely finished the first volume, but what use was it without the chance to use it? He barely knew himself or his surroundings—how could he survive in a world fated to end? Not every tale is one of victory. But does it truly matter? “.....” “.....” •••

Jade Rose Huang is a young woman with dreams as bright as her captivating blue eyes. A dedicated medical student with a heart full of love for her family, Jade's life seems perfectly on track. But when a seemingly ordinary trip to Egypt unravels the threads of time, she finds herself entangled in a destiny that defies reason. Shadows of the past whisper her name, and ancient secrets begin to surface—secrets that threaten everything she knows. King Rameses II is the untamed ruler of Egypt, a Pharaoh whose power is matched only by his cruelty. Known as "The Golden Lion," his reign is one of both fear and fascination. His enemies tremble, his people worship him, and his throne is built upon the bones of those who dared to oppose him. Yet beneath the iron mask lies a longing, a haunting love lost to the sands of time. His empire stands eternal, but his soul remains shackled to a prophecy he cannot escape. When the present collides with the past, the universe shatters the boundaries of reality. As Jade is pulled into an ancient world of power and betrayal, the line between history and fate blurs. Is she the key to breaking the Pharaoh’s curse, or will her awakening be the spark that ignites a new era of chaos? Love or destruction—only time will tell.

"A Promise of the Heart" is a poignant love story set in the picturesque Japanese town of Asahikawa. Raito, a reserved young man who runs a bookshop, meets Aimi, a girl who has moved from Tokyo seeking peace. Their shared love for literature and simple beauty forms the foundation of a deep connection. They experience a growing friendship, falling in love amidst the changing seasons. However, Aimi is called back to Tokyo to care for her sick father, and the couple faces a painful separation. After months of longing, Aimi returns, and they rebuild their life together. They expand Raito’s bookshop to showcase Aimi’s art, and their love story becomes a symbol of hope in the town. Eventually, they marry by the lake where they first met, solidifying their bond. The story concludes with their enduring love becoming a cherished legacy in the town, timeless as the cherry blossoms that bloom each spring.

A slave girl living in a magical land finds herself kidnapped by the most powerful man in the world. The demon king. He charms her despite his intimidating appearance, but as soon as she falls for him, she gets taken away and travels accross the land on a quest with a fairy meeting many new handsome men attempting to take her heart. But meanwhile, a plot reveals itself along her quest and an evil sorcerer is not happy with the prize he wants.

“Congratulations, you have been hired as the personal assistant…” “Really!” Grace exclaimed even before Jace Brandon, the CEO of Brandon Corporations could finish his statement. The growing sparkle in Grace’s eyes did not escape the keen sight of Jace. “To my son,” he completed. “Yes, I’m very much delighted to take up the position of the personal assistant to … your what?!” Grace’s eyes almost popped out of their socket as she completed “son?” listlessly. “You heard me right,” Jace replied coldly as he stared at Grace. “Is that not the same as being employed as your child’s nanny?” Grace asked doubtfully. “If you want to put it that way, yes.” Jace replied nonchalantly. “In other words…” Grace began. “You are officially my son’s nanny, if you accept the offer,” Jace Brandon completed. “If there is nothing else, this interview is officially over.” ********* Grace Fowler, who had always dreamt of becoming a top designer in the biggest designing firm in the country was blacklisted for exposing sensitive company information due to a set up by the ones she trusted the most— her boyfriend and her kid sister. Shattered and battered, she set out for greener pastures in an unknown land and ended up being hired as a nanny to the son of Jace Brandon, the wealthiest billionaire in San Francisco. But the scariest thing was when her job description was gradually amended to not only taking care of the five year old autistic son of the CEO but the widowed CEO himself. What does the future hold for her when suddenly, everything around her begins to change and her past comes calling again with the sudden appearance of her boss’s late wife. Will Grace be able to let go of her past and embrace the joy of fighting for the heart of the man her heart yearns for, or settle for happiness in the arms of Trent, her boss’s cousin, who literally adores the ground Grace walks on?

He was invisible. Not because the world couldn’t see him, but because no one cared to look. Bullied, isolated, and drowning in his own thoughts, he wandered through life feeling like a ghost—trapped in a reality where every day felt the same, where hope was nothing but a forgotten word. Until she appeared. She wasn’t a hero, nor did she try to save him. But in her presence, the world felt a little less cruel. She saw the storm inside him, the pain he never spoke of, and instead of turning away like everyone else—she stayed. Through laughter, quiet conversations, and moments that felt too small to matter but somehow changed everything, she became the only light in his endless night. But life isn’t a fairytale, and even the brightest lights can flicker. As he fights his own demons, a mysterious place begins calling to him, a world beyond reality where truth and illusion blur. There, he finds something—or someone—that might change his fate forever. This is a story about pain and healing, love and loss, battles seen and unseen. A story about the weight of silence, the power of a single voice, and the question that lingers in every broken soul: "What if I’m not meant to be saved?" And the answer that only one person can give: "Then I’ll stay, even when you can’t save yourself."

Duke Lucian Everhart has always been feared as the ruthless villain of the empire—a man whose very name sends shivers down spines. Bound by a political marriage to the fragile and timid Evelyn, he has played the role of the cold and heartless husband for years. But one day, everything changes. Lucian wakes up with memories of his past life, realizing he has been reborn into a novel where he is doomed to meet a tragic end. Determined to escape his fate, he makes a shocking decision—he wants a divorce! However, his timid wife is not as weak as he once thought. As Lucian tries to push her away, he discovers layers to Evelyn that he never noticed before. And to his horror, the more he tries to free himself from the marriage, the more entangled they become. Can the villain rewrite his fate, or is he destined to fall in love with the very woman he was supposed to discard?

In this book, you will be able to read about descriptions of feelings from my perspective. They will always have a strong impact on our characters, regardless of the individual.

“There's a new report,” the heavy voice of the NIS director who had just entered the room broke the silence. “We found the same pattern. Teenagers going missing for several weeks.” “But the location...” the words of one of the team leaders were interrupted by something that didn't make sense. “At the school?” he continued with a look of reassurance, as did everyone else at the meeting, which was met with a reassuring nod of the director's head. ** "Me?" Na Jae Hoon, who had just returned from completing his mission, was surprised to hear that he had to return to school. “This is very urgent and has entered the red list,” said Baek Sang Joon, the head of Special Operation Team 2. ** Can Jae Hoon uncover the criminal network by keeping his identity from being revealed before he becomes the next target?

Ren Asano always dreamed of exploring the vast landscapes of his world, but life had other plans. As a forest officer, he spent his days navigating familiar woodlands, never able to chase the adventures he longed for. That is, until the day he died. When Ren wakes up beneath the shade of an unfamiliar tree, in a body younger than his own, he quickly realizes one thing—this isn’t his world. The towering forests, the crystal-clear lakes, and the distant villages seem untouched by modern civilization. But more than that, the air itself hums with an unfamiliar energy. Magic. Alone, lost, and unable to understand the language of the people around him, Ren is faced with a choice: struggle to survive in an unknown world or embrace the journey he was never able to take in his past life. With nothing but his wits, his knowledge of survival, and an insatiable curiosity, he sets out to explore this new world—one step at a time. A slow, immersive journey through a vast and mysterious land begins.

Kouzuki Tsubasa is on journey of find the truth about his family and his origin. And to know who his father is actually from and what he can do actually with his friends and space.

Lukas was born into a world of hostility at a time of peace. The many wars plaguing the world slowly stopped, his country began to reunify after splitting in half, and the otherworldly Dungeons finally started to disappear. He was supposed to live his youth like any other kid. So that’s precisely what he did. He played games, told stories, pulled pranks, and made memories with others. But one game they created - The Devil’s Deal - would haunt them all, its shadow stretching far beyond their innocent imaginations. Twenty years later, the Dungeons are back, and Lukas works for the Association, finding and reporting them. Incident after incident forces him to reconnect with old friends. Eventually, he finds himself involved in that childhood game once more and has to become a villain, betraying all the values he thought he once had. The truth would challenge the very core of his ideals and expose a long string of conspiracies enveloping the world.

The story of a saint - Samsara Saint. He originally thought of going against God, but because of respect for the great people in history, he was kicked to a new world.

Alicia Mandy, fresh off landing her dream internship, celebrates with innocent joy, unaware of her stepsister Emily's envy-fueled plot. Emily, consumed by jealousy, drugs Alicia with the intent to ruin her reputation using a hired "male whore." But fate intervenes. Alicia awakens the next morning, horrified to find herself naked beside a stranger - Ryan, her new, notoriously strict, and secretly lonely boss. Dazed, she flees, unaware of the bloodstains on the bed and the hickeys marring her skin. Ryan, a man rumored to be gay, is devastated by the realization that he unknowingly took advantage of a virgin. Haunted by guilt, he vows to find the woman and make amends. His only clue? A unique gold bracelet with a heart-shaped lock, certain she holds the key. Their paths are destined to cross again, but how will Alicia react when she realizes the stranger is her boss? And what happens when Ryan discovers the truth of that fateful night, the cruel scheme, and the woman he is determined to help is his new intern? Will they be able to overcome the circumstances that brought them together, or will Emily's evil plot tear them apart before their forbidden connection can even begin?

Excerpt~~ "Do you know how long— I have wanted to do this?" When he spoke up, his voice was husky, a mixture of desire and sincerity. Matching with the look in his eyes. Sending this strong vibration across her body. "From the very time I saw you, walking down that aisle, dressed to kill. And all I could picture at that moment was how to get my hands on you." A smile lit up her face as her heart made a joyful leap at his words. She felt that fluttering sensation in the pit of her stomach. Hot blood ran down her spine, as she lifted a hand to stroke his cheek to be certain he was real and not some hologram before leaning forward to trail a simple and soft kiss on his hard- chiseled chin. This is where she wanted to be, in his arms. Safe and secured. "Now that I think about it, I caught you staring at me that I almost lost a foot—- you literally were drooling on me." He laughed. His laughter was so rich, it sent her heart racing again. Out of the ladies I have acted alongside with, I have to admit— I'm not saying this to make you feel elated or to sound cheesy but it was what I felt at that moment. I felt that connection I had never felt before in all the female actors I have acted with. Truth be told, you are the best……" Synopsis~~ Jane Anderson was a rising star who was making waves with her acting talent, but at some point had to give up some big roles because of her boyfriend and it had always been her dream to act alongside a top actor, Toro Wilson. She finally landed herself a big gig to star as the female lead in a historical magical drama, alongside Toro Wilson. It was a dream come true. To celebrate the day, she ended up in a bar with her half sister who is also a rising actress and her friend. They partied the whole night and the next morning, Jane found herself unclad in the bar upper room and it dawned on her, she had a one night stand with an unknown guy but while hurrying out of the room, unknown to her, a camera was secretly taking shots of her. Soon, she found out her boyfriend was cheating on her with someone she never expected. Amidst the heartache, she was accused of a crime she didn't do which made her give up acting. Situationship brought her close to the top actor, Toro Wilson, who for some reason had a trauma of laying his hands on women (touching women) Now the two grew closer and worked together. Jane has to beat all odds to rise to fame again while Toro helps her in every way possible. Note: The story might contain some mature contents so reader's discretion is advised.

In order to have a better karma, Alan accepted to be a temporary grim reaper in the department of resented souls. He was paired with Razel : a grim reaper he had to shadow and become his eligible assistant. Leaving the reason of his suicide,his memories, and his last life behind; remembering only his name, he had to compensate his mistakes by helping those resented souls go back and walk through the road of blooming to their unknown future. However, why does the road of blooming looks so familiar? Later he will discover his forgotten identity as the guardian of the road of blooming and why he had disappeared and went to the mortal world.

Un niño no amado por sus padres es criado por una anciana en el bosque, tiempo después del fallecimiento de ésta, él es escogido como el próximo guerrero legendario y deberá enfrentar grandes amenazas mientras piensa en romper las reglas por el bien de todos.

Español: http://wbnv.in/a/c5iuRgx Would you be able to fight against your destiny despite knowing that you will die in the end? This is the story of a beautiful knight who fights against her destiny to save the empire and her loved ones from a tragic end, even knowing what outcome will happen in the end.

In the year 2025, the world changed forever. Without warning, massive sinkholes tore open the earth in the heart of major cities across the globe. From the unfathomable darkness below, nightmarish creatures emerged—zombies, ghouls, twisted abominations of flesh, and horrors beyond human comprehension. They devoured, they infected, they transformed. The streets ran red as civilization crumbled overnight. Governments fell, military forces were overwhelmed, and soon, the world belonged to the monsters. Those who survived the first wave were left with a grim choice: fight, run, or become one of them. As society collapses and humanity teeters on the brink of extinction, scattered survivors must navigate a new world where the laws of nature have been rewritten. But as the sinkholes continue to spread, whispers of something even worse lurking beneath begin to surface. This is not the end of the world. This is the beginning of something new.

Sequel released! Go read: Rise Of A Porter: Primordial War! It would mean a lot to me if you could read it and give your valuable review. Thanks in advance. **** The novel follows the story of Arnold, a porter, who accompanies warriors and superhumans inside dangerous dungeons, which are distinguished by their colours. The porters were always mistreated by the modern human civilization and even though their job was riskier than that of warriors and superhumans, their existence was never appreciated nor were they paid well. No one knows why these dungeons started to appear all over the world. The only thing they know was the dangers that would find their way into the world if they didn't kill the monsters. But only a selected few cared about the calamity because for the rest it was all about earning money and gaining power. But nothing in this new world is constant and everything keeps changing, and this time the change would find its way towards an ordinary Porter. After stealing a scroll from the dungeon, he ran off to his home. The scroll gave him powers no one could've imagined to gain. But he wasn't alone. 9 other humans had been granted similar powers... powers of the Gods! What would Arnold do with his newfound powers? Will he kill the other 8 Paladins and rule over the world which had oppressed him for years? Or will he rise against the Gods and make them repent for their crimes? Can the strength lent by the Gods be sufficient to deal with them once and for all? Would he be able to defeat his creator? Or will he join the Gods instead? Too many questions, too little time. The decisions he would make could be the end of humanity Or would an ordinary Porter, become he world's only hope? Follow me on the journey to the power of this ordinary Porter as he becomes the Savior or the Devil. ******************* Gold tier award-winning novel of WPC#130. ******************* Warning: There might be a few grammatical errors in the early chapters, so if you are a grammar nazI then please proceed with caution. Also, the MC isn't very bright and will do a lot of stupid things from time to time. So if you like a cool and calculating MC you won't be seeing him like that until later chapters (Chapter 100 or so). I'm telling this to y'all here so you don't start yelling at me in the comments or review. All in all, I've tried to make the MC as realistic as I could. Any advice is appreciated. Thank you and enjoy reading my creation! *********************** Discord link: https://discord.gg/uQzmEr8 *********************** Cover art by unknown (If anyone knows the artist then please inform me on discord: AkshatArpit#8707) (if anyone has any problems with it, then please leave a review to let me know. All rights belong to the artist)

On the sunny coast of Italy, Giovanni, an ordinary high school student, is always mocked by his classmates as a "ghost on the desk" - until his father sends him a bronze ring covered with runes that he found in the ruins of Troy. The ancient female elf Aletia, who was accidentally awakened, became his maid...completely tore his ordinary life apart. In order to uncover the magical truth behind the fall of Troy, this master and servant who spanned thousands of years had to face school bullying, the bloody pursuit of the mafia, and the deadly conspiracy of government dignitaries at the same time. When he found that he could crack the ancient magic and mix alchemical potions with pizza sauce, the gears of fate had already quietly turned... On one side are the school beauties who are pursued and the poisonous tongues of the female elves, and on the other side are the shocking experiments hidden under the Sicilian red wine estate - the counterattack of this "useless" boy is destined to be full of crazy collisions between ancient civilization magic and modern interests.