When The Bell Tolls

For centuries, the vampire clans lived under a fragile truce, bound by ancient laws that kept their world in balance. But one mistake—one unforgivable act—shattered everything. The Reid Clan, once one of the most powerful vampire bloodlines, was blamed for the war that plunged the dominion into chaos. Betrayed by their own kind and hunted to the brink of extinction, the last survivors had only one chance to escape: a portal to the human world, opened by a forgotten Elder. Now forced into exile, Raine, Reece, Rohan, and the remnants of their clan must navigate a world where vampires are nothing but myths, where their powers are weakened, and where survival means staying hidden. But as they struggle to adapt, they soon realize that their past isn’t done with them. Because the war isn’t over. And the true enemy has yet to reveal itself. Banished, but not broken. Hunted, but not forgotten. The exiled vampires will rise again.

She beheld a halo, bright and white, One favored by heavens a bright light, But love, oh love that is shrewd, Lured her heart to solituted. No hand of his pushed her--she chose the dive, To trade the stars just to feel alive. She laughed, said "love is worth the fall." Not knowing it would cause her all. Quite amusingly so he never asked for her to bleed, Yet that feeling she couldnt get enough of; greed. Her tears like comments scarred the sky, But he just watched them set a blaze and die. A cracked halo, no feathers to her wings, She didnt expect love to feel like a sting. Her heart a pyre built in vain, Devoured by a love unnamed. Now hell claims what heaven lost; A ghost of her light, that was the cost. For angels fall.. not from the skies, But when their own love bleeds them dry.

WHEN THE STARS COLLIDE is a tender and inspiring romance that celebrates the magic of connection and the beauty of new beginnings. Join Ella and Jake on their journey of love, self-discovery, and the realization that, sometimes, the universe has a way of bringing two souls together just when they need it most. Will they find the courage to embrace their feelings and create a love story that shines as brightly as the stars? In this tale of hope and romance, readers will be captivated by the enchanting world of Willow Creek and the heartfelt connection between two people destined to collide under the stars.

LGBT BL - OMEGAVERSE 18+ Claire Chester, a student who had just moved up to Grade 11, felt that his school life was much better after he was finally recognized by many students as a popular Alpha. He was good at fighting and could also socialize well. However, no one knew the secret behind the popular Claire was actually a recessive Omega who refused to recognize himself as an Omega. Bad memories of when everyone knew his identity made Claire do everything he could to cover up his identity as an Omega and everything went very well. Until he made a mistake when he met a cold Alpha who seemed to be shunned by everyone, Fein Stanford. "Give me your money or I'll beat you up!" Claire ordered Fein. However, Fein instead cornered Claire against the wall and locked the man up. "What's with that face of yours, hmn? Oh what is it, I smell some pretty sweet pheromones in here," he said with a smirk on his face. From that day on, things changed in Claire's life as one annoying Alpha found out his identity. Will Claire be able to mask his identity for much longer? Or is this the beginning of his nightmare with Fein Standford?

It's the story of a slave boy named Agbaja . born by an Arabian refugee,a woman who later learnt the ways of the Igbos. She later got married to Ekwenze, who was banished from the village for getting married to a total stranger despite the village warning. Agbaja spent half of his life in a forest fighting demons,evils and wild animals . He was kidnapped and in the Kidnappers den,he me the love of his life

[VT] She sits there, bare feet crossed, a cigarette loosely held between her slender fingers. Wisps of silver smoke curl lazily around her, dancing to an unseen rhythm. Amber eyes glimmer with amusement as she smirks, gaze piercing through the very pages you are reading. "Do you think this is just a story? You're wrong. This is a game. And me? I'm just a spectator, watching how interesting it becomes." Another voice cuts through her musings. Author: "Aren’t you going to give them a warning?" The Fox tilts her head, lips curling into an amused smile. "The only warning I have for them? They'll lose money. Because this story is just that good." Blurb: A lost soul awakens within a misty void, reborn in a world where gods are not just myths—they are the very laws that shape reality. Here, dreams, memories, and fate itself are bound by forces beyond comprehension. Bestowed with an extraordinary ability, he is given the chance to step beyond the fragile boundary between life and death. But each return comes at a cost—fragments of his memory, pieces of his emotions, or perhaps... parts of himself. Shattered glimpses of reality intertwine, where death is not the end but a door leading to secrets long buried. In this world, everything follows a law—except for one thing. Death never truly ends. So when the river falls silent… what will remain? This is the English version of When the River Fall Silent, read the Vietnamese version here: https://www.webnovel.com/book/32215080608337705

Ami's ordinary life shatters in an instant when a single act of bravery thrusts her into an unimaginable fate. Now trapped inside a mysterious facility, she finds herself alongside seven world-famous billionaires—each more enigmatic than the last. What secrets bind them together? As the walls close in and tension rises, escape may not be their only challenge. Ami must uncover the truth behind their imprisonment before they're plunged into something far more dangerous.

Every seven years, at the stroke of midnight, one of Lorynth’s ancient bells tolls. By dawn, someone is missing. No struggle, no trace—just an empty space where they once stood. Elya Mornshade, a relic hunter with a knack for uncovering forgotten truths, arrives in Lorynth on the eve of the next tolling. The city is a labyrinth of shadowed alleys, whispering doorways, and wary souls who refuse to speak of the disappearances. When she meets a man who claims to have been taken and returned—changed in ways he refuses to describe—Elya becomes obsessed with unraveling the mystery. But the bells are not just instruments of time. They are something more—something ancient, watching, waiting. As the night of the tolling approaches, the air thickens with an unseen presence, and the city itself seems to shift beneath her feet. When the seventh bell finally rings, Elya will have to make a choice: turn back, or follow the sound into the unknown… But not everything that vanishes is lost. And not everything that returns is human.

Born into a cold and loveless childhood, Moon was an unwanted heir in a ruthless demonic empire. Neglected by her father and despised by her mother, she was cast aside in favor of her brother, Sirius. When he was crowned as the next emperor, her rage consumed her, leading to the brutal massacre of her family and the start of her reign. Though she found fleeting solace in a rare love, tragedy struck when she accidentally killed her husband, sparking a war that divided empires. As the years passed, she set her sights on a greater battle—leading the demon race in a war against the angels, nearly wiping them out and securing her people’s survival. Now, as the dust settles and her empire stands unchallenged, whispers of change begin to stir. Forces beyond her understanding creep into her world, and for the first time in centuries, Moon finds herself facing an uncertain future. Will she continue down the path of a feared conqueror, or is there something more waiting for her beyond the throne she fought so hard to claim?

In the vibrant world of high school, a group of friends navigates the turbulent path of adolescence — facing struggles with friendship, love, bonding, and the pressure to succeed. Together, they experience moments of joy and heartbreak, building connections that are tested by misunderstandings, rivalries, and personal challenges. As they chase their dreams, they learn the true meaning of loyalty, resilience, and self-belief. With a blend of strong characters and heartfelt emotions, this teen love story explores the highs and lows of growing up — reminding us that true friendship can overcome even the toughest obstacles. A touching tale of love, ambition, and unbreakable bonds, this novel captures the essence of teenage life — where every choice shapes the journey to adulthood.

The waves ripple around me, calling me in a whisper, Into the deepest part of the ocean. As I walk on the soft sand, the water sweeps over my feet, surrounding where I stand, giving me the sweetest sensation. Oh ocean, why do I feel so attracted to you? Why do I feel the tickling of your whispers? As it causes cold shivers down my spine. I could hear your gentle lullaby, It roars like a lion, yet so steady and honest Just like a refined diamond. Oh, sea, why do you call my name in a whisper? Caressing waves upon the shore, Once again you beckon me. Why do you show yourself at my doorstep? Why do I feel your presence everywhere I go? Why do you call me so desperately? I want to know, cause when the sea calls? Who will answer?

Year 2035. The world lies in ruins, devastated by a series of nuclear explosions from an unknown threat. Nations are locked in a brutal war, each fighting for survival. Amid the chaos, a lone young man moves with a purpose—driven by a secret vengeance that no one knows about. In the heart of the battlefield, where survival is uncertain, he is looking for the those who took everything from him.

“They say the worst kind of love is the one you never asked for—the one that wraps around you like a chain, tightening until you can’t breathe.” Azan was that chain. My curse. My shadow. My captor. My tormentor. He stole my body. He stole my soul. He stole the life I should have had. But the most twisted thing of all? Somewhere in the madness, the violence, the ruin… I started to crave him. They say revenge is a dish best served cold. But I prefer mine slow, burning, and unforgettable. A woman with nothing left to lose is the most dangerous monster of all. I was the broken girl. The forgotten girl. The girl left to rot in the darkness. Now? I am their reckoning. And when I return, I won’t just take back what’s mine… I will burn their entire world to the ground. And Azan? He will either be the fire that consumes me… or the darkness that saves me.

Sonakshi, a powerful and ambitious businesswoman, has always been in control of her life. But everything changes when Aryan, a charming yet mysterious man, enters her world. What starts as a seemingly perfect romance soon turns into a dangerous game of deception, power, and hidden motives. Aryan, unknowingly being used as a pawn by a sinister third party, gets entangled in a web of manipulation. But Sonakshi, sharp and calculative, soon uncovers the truth—Aryan is not acting on his own. Instead of confronting him, she decides to play along, setting a trap of her own. The game is on, and Sonakshi is determined to emerge victorious. The scandal of their intimate photos being leaked forces their families into a heated confrontation. While Aryan's conservative family demands marriage as the only solution, Sonakshi's father refuses to pressure his daughter into anything against her will. Amidst the chaos, Aryan realizes his genuine love for Sonakshi and publicly declares that he needs her—not out of obligation, but because she completes him. He proposes, but Sonakshi, ever strategic, asks for time to decide. As twists and turns unfold, Sonakshi remains steps ahead, carefully plotting her next move. With secrets unraveling and new enemies emerging, the battle is no longer just about love—it’s about control, power, and revenge. In When He Came, love is not just about emotions; it’s about strategy. Will Sonakshi accept Aryan’s love, or will she use him to take down the real mastermind pulling the strings? In this high-stakes game, who will win, and who will lose everything?

"A second moon rises… and with it, the impossible." Aiden was gone—until the night he wasn’t. Standing under the eerie glow of the crimson moon, he looks exactly the same… but his eyes don’t hold the love they once did. He doesn’t remember Lyra. He doesn’t remember their promises, their heartbreak, or the love that once defied the stars. Then the universe speaks—one month. That’s all she has to make him remember, to bring back what was stolen. But some love stories were never meant to be rewritten. And the Second Moon always takes its price."

Lisa Castellano has been a pawn in the Mafia world-born into the powerful Castellano crime family, she's expected to marry for strategic gain. When her father arranges her engagement to a ruthless but unworthy Mafia heir, she's determined to escape. Then comes Lorenzo Romano; A cold and calculating head of the Romano crime family. He has no interest in love or marriage until-he sees an opportunity. By helping Lisa, he can solidify his own power, undermine his rivals, and get something he never expected... A woman who challenges him at every turn.

Caught between her mother’s relentless pressure to marry her irresponsible cousin and her own dreams of completing her studies and building a career, Teal finds herself at a breaking point. Abandoned by the man she once loved, she faces an unexpected twist when the wealthy and enigmatic Alexander Epix enters her life with a shocking proposal of marriage. As obstacles rain down on her like a storm, Teal must navigate the chaos of a loveless marriage, a future hanging in the balance, and the faint hope of finding light in their shared darkness. Can she uncover love where none was meant to exist? Dive into the story to discover the answer.

"From this very moment forward, I, Cyrus Ardere Kaan," he declared, his voice resonating with an authority that seemed to echo through the very bones of this realm, "claim you, Ash Morin, as mine." His words were deliberate, each syllable imbued with a possessiveness that left no room for negotiation. "Your every action," he continued, his gaze piercing and unwavering, "will be executed for my benefit alone. Your every thought will be consumed by the singular purpose of how you might best serve me, and every breath you draw will exist solely by my will-given when I deem it fit, and taken when it pleases me." As he spoke, the weight of his proclamation could be felt in the air, binding and absolute. His presence loomed large, a towering force that left no question as to the depth of his control. At that moment, I felt myself bound by delicate yet unyielding hands that held me in an iron grip. The world as I knew it shifted, realigning to the reality of my new existence under his dominion.

What happens when reality starts to bug out and your life as you know it is flipped upside down? Anomalies that couldn't possibly exist start to pop out of nowhere. This was the exact situation Magnus found himself in after a bizarre glitch yanked him from his own universe and tossed him into another. In this new, fantastical world brimming with magic and supernatural phenomena, Magnus's unexpected arrival landed him in possession of the Command Console, a tool that seems to be able to edit almost anything. With it, Magnus creates a variety of supernatural abilities that defy all common sense, even in a world of fantasy. Whether it was one that granted him truly endless strength or the ability to create detailed simulations of reality within his own mind, anything was possible. But Magnus isn't the only instance of such logic-defying abilities. All over the world, glitches are starting to manifest in weird ways: a brick that could knock anything unconscious with a single touch, a child whose perception of the world could affect reality, or even a woman who was, inexplicably, everyone's mother—there seemed to be no rhyme or reason behind any of them. When faced with all of these chaotic elements, Magnus comes to a decision. "Alright, if these are all glitches, then I'll simply have to be the one to fix them." Release Schedule: Monday, Wednesday & Friday. (Around 7:11 PM Eastern Standard Time) - This novel is also being posted on Royalroad, and can be read here; https://www.royalroad.com/fiction/84118/when-fantasy-glitches The Royalroad version is 10 Chapters ahead and has the original format.

As storms rise and darkness creeps ever closer, one thing becomes clear—this journey isn’t just about escape. Born into privilege, bound by duty—Claire Valen was never meant to stray beyond the path carved for her. But with a single choice, she slips into the night, leaving behind the life she once knew. With every step, the world unravels. Secrets stir beneath the surface, shadows whisper truths she isn’t ready to hear, and unseen forces close in. As the storm looms and the light wanes, the greatest question isn’t where she’s going. It’s who she’s becoming. "Some truths are meant to be found in the dark."

In a city where murder is a message and secrets are currency, journalist Dawn Williams is no stranger to the darkness lurking behind Duncaster’s polished facade. But when bodies start turning up marked with unholy symbols and blood-red flowers, she knows she’s chasing a story that could get her killed. Then she meets him. A whispered name in the underworld. A shadow that leaves no trace—except for the bodies in his wake. The Vida Killer. Dawn should expose him. He should silence her. Instead, they strike a dangerous deal: She keeps his identity a secret, and he helps her hunt the cult behind the killings. But the deeper they go, the more tangled she becomes in a web of betrayal, forbidden desire, and a man whose touch should terrify her—but only leaves her wanting more. And just when she thinks she can control the fire, Detective Ezra Ruthwell arrives in Duncaster—charming, relentless, and far too determined to unravel both the murders and the secrets Dawn is keeping. Now, she’s caught between two dangerous men: One who kills for a living. One who hunts killers. And her own heart—a traitor in its own right. Some truths are meant to stay buried. Some love stories are meant to end in blood.

Title: Abyssal Chimes Genre: Cosmic Folk Horror / Time-Bending Thriller *Synopsis:* In the fog-shrouded valley of Corpse Falls Town, where pagoda trees bleed and construction sites exhale the breath of the dead, antiques dealer Lin Moyu becomes entangled in a temporal curse older than the Ming Dynasty. When a smuggled Bronze Bell covered in corpse wax appears in his shop, its cursed chimes fracture reality, revealing three overlapping timelines: a 15th-century massacre of shaman priests, a modern archaeological expedition’s disappearance, and Lin’s own complicity in a catastrophic urban development project three years prior. As the Bell’s vibrations summon corpse soldiers from limestone caves and warp digital devices into occult artifacts, Lin discovers every victim’s skull sprouts bronze roots connecting to an underground Bone Pagoda. The town’s "residents" are revealed as echoic phantoms—their deaths endlessly reenacted through cursed objects: QR codes that rewrite memories, livestreams broadcast from decaying eyeballs, and concrete mixed with ground funerary coins. Key horrors unfold through fractal revelations: - The Bell’s Sanskrit inscriptions are quantum codes predicting Lin’s own autopsy report - Construction blueprints from 2021 contain hidden blood sacrifice diagrams - Missing archaeologists are found fused with Ming dynasty burial silks, their smartphones playing war drums from 1423 The cosmic truth emerges through temporal bleeding: Corpse Falls Town exists in a "wound" between timelines, sustained by an ouroboros of guilt. Every character is simultaneously victim and perpetrator across centuries—Lin’s father designed the dam that awakened ancient curses, while Lin himself becomes the Ming general who first ordered mass executions to silence the shamans. *Themes:* - Guilt as a self-replicating cosmic force - Technology as modern necromancy (5G towers as spirit poles, cloud storage as soul jars) - Archaeological colonialism’s cyclical violence *Closing Paradox:* In the fractal finale, Lin must let the Bell annihilate all timelines—including his own birth—to break the curse. Yet the final page reveals this manuscript itself is a cursed object, its words rearranging to implicate whoever reads it in the next cycle of atrocities. *Comp Titles:* - *Annihilation* meets *The Ring* in Guillermo del Toro’s *Pan’s Labyrinth* - *Dark (Netflix)* collides with Junji Ito’s *Uzumaki* - *The Southern Reach Trilogy* rewritten as Ming dynasty occult procedural Hook: Every technological artifact you use—from subway QR codes to wireless earbuds—becomes a gateway to ancestral horror in this narrative ouroboros where reading the book implicates you in its curse.

Elara Taylor was living a happy and comfortable life with her only living family member, Kaelion Taylor, her brother and anchor. But the fate was never fair to begin with, how can it let her be? On her 18th birthday, instead of a grand birthday cake and gift that her brother had promised her, she found something that toppled her world upside down, a letter left by her brother, telling her he will be going on a secret mission, as he disappeared in thin air. But that was not enough, fate played another game with her when she was given the news of her brother's death, even his body was not found. Unable to accept her brother's death, Elara took it upon herself to find Kaelion, even if he was dead, she must find his body at the very least. Accompany Elara as she, driven by her unyielding resolve to find her missing brother, ventures into a world that defiles all reason. Surrounded by a treacherous web of secrets, betrayal, and forgotten truths, with fragments of memory as her only guide, she is haunted by visions of a life she can't explain. As the lines between reality and illusion blur, she must unravel the mysteries surrounding her brother's disappearance, confront the shadows of a past she doesn't belong to, and navigate a path fraught with danger. But with every step closer to truth, the question remains-- will she find him, or lose herself entirely? The cover image isn't mine. I took it from Pinterest, so tell me if it belongs to someone, and I'll change it.

Lucas, a reserved and introverted college student, never expected his world to shift so drastically—until she walked in. Zara, a rebellious, confident, and enigmatic girl, crashes a dorm party and crosses paths with him. Their chemistry is instant, electric, and utterly transformative. What begins as a chance encounter over a shared beer turns into a night of exploration, pushing Thomas out of his comfort zone and into an experience that reshapes his understanding of intimacy, desire, and self-confidence. As Zara challenges his passive nature, Lucas finds himself captivated by her fearless attitude, her striking green eyes, and the way she navigates life with reckless abandon. Through their heated, passionate connection, Lucas embarks on a journey of self-discovery, learning not only about pleasure but also about standing his ground and embracing the unexpected. This is the story of a first time that was anything but ordinary—one that left an imprint on his soul forever.

The sky wept in crimson. A deep, unnatural red bled across the heavens, drowning Velmoria’s golden sunrise in an eerie, suffocating glow. The air was thick with an unshakable stillness, as if the world itself held its breath. Crowds gathered in the city streets, heads tilted upward in fearful awe at the sight of the blood-red eclipse—a celestial event unseen in Velmoria’s long history. In the heart of the empire, within the grand halls of the Imperial Palace, the echoes of a woman’s anguished cries shattered the silence. The Empress was in labor. Nobles and servants alike stood frozen in the corridors, their hands clenched in prayer, their faces pale with worry. For hours, her screams had filled the palace, each one weaker than the last. The royal physicians worked desperately, but the Empress—Velmoria’s radiant star, beloved by all—was fading. And then, silence. The heavy stillness that followed was more terrifying than her screams. A single cry pierced the air—the wail of a newborn. The moment the child took his first breath, the doors to the birthing chamber burst open, and a cloaked figure stumbled forward—an old seer, his eyes wide with horror. He raised a trembling hand toward the heavens, his voice cracking like brittle parchment. "The sun has bled to mark his birth!" he cried. "He will be the harbinger of ruin—the flames that will consume Velmoria!" His voice carried through the halls, past the nobles, past the gathered guards—out into the city, where the terrified people turned their eyes away from the red eclipse and toward the palace. A prince had been born. A cursed prince.