Pretty Girls Dancing

Following the 3rd lyric book release of "Happily Ever After" released in 2022, Dancing Alone in The Dark" is a part of a 2 ACT series, official follow up and 4th (4-5th) lyric book projects by singer/songwriter, Darius Clayton. Set To Release June 21st, of 2024. (First Updated: Bio On November 13th 2023.) (Last Updated: Bio On March 22nd 2024.) ACT II. Out August 1st. Let the poetry speak for itself.

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20 years ago the industrial revolution began, and everything changed. The world became flooded by new machines and weapons. Dreadnaughts the abominations of the sea, airships the rulers of the skies... But behind the scenes a much more mysterious power awakened. Veronica Navarro a 21 years old university student woke up in this strange new world. There are many questions around her, what is this place, how did she get here, and why is a knife sticking out of her chest?! She quickly learns the truth of this world and falls into a struggle between forces she never thought possible. Follow along Veronica as she uncovers mysteries about a world filled with Gods, Angels, Machinery, Divination, Corruption and Ascension!

"If the world stands in my way, if people threaten me or those who are dear to me, then I shall become the true darkness, the fear in their hearts that haunts them forever!" Lee Gaon was a professional gamer until one day she was framed as a cheater by a big gaming company and betrayed by those she held dear. Now she is known as Death Eater, a powerful dark entity in the game system world, slicing her enemies in half if they dare mess with her. Her path is now filled with blood and adventure as she desperately tries to find all who were dragged with her into this world—those who destroyed her life. She has only one goal now... "Revenge!" Content Warning: This work contains scenes of gore, violence, and strong language. Reader discretion is advised.

**Warning** Be sure to read the trigger warnings before starting! Trigger warnings: There are some explicit scenes, mentions of gore/violence, and other items mentioned in the Author's Note Updates every Tuesday! ****** Valerie Campbell is a ruthless CEO who runs a powerful investment empire by day and a dangerous drug operation by night. She's built an empire on manipulation and control, never letting anyone get close enough to break her hardened heart. Adelaide Mitchell is a stripper, fighting to survive and paying off her student loans, hospital bills, and gambling debt left behind by her late mother. Vulnerable but strong, she'll do anything to stay afloat even if it means being controlled by the one woman she despises: Valarie. As secrets unravel, power dynamics shift and emotions run wild, can Adelaide and Valarie overcome their demons, or will their toxic relationship destroy them both?

A dramatic, eventful love story between the Crown Prince and the Supreme General of the Heavenly Empire! This is an Omegaverse story (A/B/O) with a lot of knives at the beginning. Stay away unless you are used to reading danmeis like 2ha, MDZS, etc.. Following the Heavenly Emperor's death, Crown Prince Xie Jianyu's Fuxi Palace was attacked by a combined force of Longjing Palace and Wuyang Palace. The confrontation between Supreme General Zhang Fengxi resulted in Xie Jianyu's death, after which Zhang Fengxi found out that he did not know Xie Jianyu at all. First, Xie Jianyu was an omega and not an alpha. Second, Zhang Fengxi slept with Xie Jianyu before. Third, Xie Jianyu gave birth to Zhang Fengxi's son. When given the chance to return to the past, will Zhang Fengxi be able to undo his mistakes? Will Xie Jianyu be able to escape his tragic end? Let this author take you on a fascinating journey (⁠｡⁠･⁠ω⁠･⁠｡⁠)⁠ﾉ⁠♡

A captivating, Romantic thriller that exposes the sinister side of beauty. Christine's picture-perfect life conceals a suffocating reality: the crushing pressure to conform to societal expectations and the devastating 'pretty curse' that has haunted her since childhood. When the enigmatic Peter appears, Christine is forced to confront the dark secrets behind her beauty, the lies she's told herself, and the true cost of perfection. Will Peter's love be her salvation, or will it become a deadly trap?

Huoqiang, a member of the Zhu Flame tribe accidentally meets Li Jun who seems a god in the likeness of a mortal. Their attraction knows no bounds as she stays under the protection of Li Jun who sees her as a treasure he must protect but what happens when the Dark Lord, the master of dark arts and magic, has awoken from his curse? What happens to their love when the Dark Lord has taken an interest in Huoqiang and Li Jun has to fight for the one he loves? What happens when Huoqiang learns the truth of her disappearance and figures out she had loved the wrong people whom she calls family? Find out in this captivating novel of romance, fantasy, adventure, and so much more.

A young girl named, Keomi Hollow, is a transfer student from Ginto Japan. She comes to her new school during autumn in search of New friends and adventures, however she gets more than what she bargains for when some of the schoolboys go missing and she is summoned by a friendly spirit of autumn to help and catch the culprit.

Maybe it was fate, were we destined to be from the beginning or destined to be apart?, or maybe we were just two lost souls searching for love in places and people couldn't find it, we were similar and different at the same time, we found ourselves in this dark room of hope till the light came, supported eachother in every endeavours, we were strong together an unbreakable force, and maybe and just maybe we might die together as fate seemed to have brought us closer but still set us apart.

"I, Thandie Lohan vow to focus all my energy on building my career and the day I fall in love again will be the day the sun dances". I was done with men and their empty promises, the old fairy-tale romance Thandie was gone and that is how I met him, a simple desire, the curiosity to know how the warmth of his body felt pressed against mine. It was supposed to be a passing phase, an experiment and he was supposed to be a companion that came with very little expectations, a temporary plaything... Let me tell you a story of how the sun danced...

Kim Lalisa is a girl who has always wanted to be an idol but two things are stopping her which is her mum who doesn't want her to become an Idol and also her being poor which couldn't make her go to her dream school. But Lisa is a girl who doesn't give up easily decided to follow her dream when an opportunity came for her after meeting with a rich girl who also attends her dream school Lisa being a talkative babbled about her dream to her which the girl help her to apply for a scholarship going on then.

Four Monster Girls living in Saitama, struggling as they must hide their true selves from Human society. Meet Mochizuki Haru, a Red Oni living with a Catgirl, a Harpy & a 1000 year old cosmic entity with the destructive capacity of a small star. While going about their lives a number of sinister forces lurking in the shadows pop out to cause strife, making them question their position amongst Humans

In the mystical realm of Tenebrous, where the sun never rises and the moon reigns supreme, Lyra, a former member of the powerful Eldridian council, is haunted by a dark mistake from her past. When Lyra encounters Kael, a mysterious and enigmatic stranger, at the Night Circus, she is drawn into a world of secrets, lies, and ancient magic. As they embark on a perilous journey to uncover the truth about the Eldridian council's sinister plans, Lyra must confront her own demons and learn to trust Kael, who may hold the key to her redemption. As they delve deeper into the mysteries of Tenebrous, Lyra and Kael must navigate treacherous landscapes, avoid deadly creatures, and confront powerful enemies who seek to destroy them. Along the way, they discover hidden strengths, unexpected allies, and a forbidden love that could either save or destroy them. Will Lyra and Kael be able to uncover the truth, defeat their enemies, and find redemption, or will the shadows of their past consume them?

What if the Spring Prince didn't have just two sons but five. Tap into the story of the five Kings: Viserys, Daemon, Aegon, Aerion, and Daeron Targaryen

Does history make heroes, or do heroes make history? An epic masterpiece of fantasy, adventure, friendship and humanity. Here, every page hides an unknown adventure, and every sentence may touch your heartstrings. Let's embark on this journey together and witness how Amy and his companions grow up in adversity and find their true selves in friendship and sacrifice. Mercenaries World, a fantasy invitation you can't refuse, is waiting for you to join us and write our own legend together. Click to read and let the adventure begin!

The Nightingale. The beauty and the taboo existing together. Unattainable and unacceptable. An existence only to be admired from afar. A hero of legends but a also a girl of tragedy. Shining like a star in the sky, all alone, forever… -But that’s too sad isn’t it? * Our MC, an ordinary middle aged man, is an author that wrote books and after pouring 2 years of hard work in a book, his hardwork finally bore fruit as his book got the second prize in the regional awards. A fruit that he couldn't eat. Why? Because he along with hard work, he also poured his piss somewhere he shouldn't and died. Exactly how? Read the prologue, and you will find out~ But of course, that's only the start, as the next time he woke up... He was in another world. Follow the guy as he turns from a middle aged author to a Young Master in a magical world. *** Hey guys author here… It’s my first novel, but I will try to make this good. Good luck me. Vote this book with power stones, it really helps with your support. Before giving up please read Prologue and 1st 10 chapters. Also I have set up prologue to be a bit funny and ridiculous, so, don't mind next chapter won't be like that. My discord server link: https://discord.gg/8dvVYW8QUn P.S.: I don't own the cover art, whoever does can take credit for it.

A young Gareth Laiken sets out on a thrilling adventure in the world of spirits. When the soon to be king of the human world is revealed to be a spirit hunter, and Gareth himself is awakened as a spirit guide, both parties find themselves in a mismatched position. As one is promised to the other in a long fated pact between their families. With his Spirit Sail beneath his feet and his wellspring in hand a world of deeply connected conspiracies aimed between ancient entities finds its way onto his shoulders. Pushing him forward into a world where the currents may guide him or drown him beneath the ebb and flow of the oceans relentless waves.

I have a 15-year-old sister. She's a walking number collector, so when she's out on the street, any agency will come up to her and ask for her number. She's that pretty. My sister is.... But even my aesthetically perfect sister had a fatal flaw, so let me tell you.... “I like my brother.” “.......” “I love my brother.” “.......” “I love you.” ‘I love you.’ ‘I love you.’ ‘I love you.’ ”I love you.” “.......” Miyuki hugs me tightly. It's a serious bracon.... I can't even tell anyone else....

Karen Island had always been a place of mystery, of beauty and danger. For Shantel, Nova, and Sarah, it had been a place where their friendship was tested by the weight of a dark secret. They had been bound together by more than just shared memories; they had been bound by a curse that none of them fully understood. As the years passed, the girls moved away from the island, their paths diverging in ways they never expected. But the shadow of Karen Island followed them wherever they went—a reminder that some secrets are never meant to be kept. And some friendships are never meant to last.

Kalhas Veremon, a war veteran of the Exerian Empire, is once again called to join another war. During a patrol in the mystical forests of the north, he stumbles upon a dark secret that will change his life forever.

Raven Liu, an outgoing art student, feels a growing detachment from life despite her social persona. After attending a party, she stumbles upon a mysterious painting that pulls her into a world she never imagined—a realm filled with magic, secrets, and ancient forces beyond her comprehension. Now trapped in a new reality—and a new body, Raven must uncover her place in a destiny she never asked for, all while navigating a world that feels both strangely familiar and terrifyingly unknown. Something inside her is awakening, but whether it’s a gift or a curse remains to be seen.