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The hollow ones

Forensic psychologist Eleanor "Ellie" Grayson is called to evaluate Jonas Blackwood, the sole survivor of a gruesome massacre linked to an occult ritual. Jonas exhibits disturbing behavior—his eyes empty, his voice shifting, and his words cryptic: “We are many. We are hollow.” At first, Ellie assumes he’s suffering from severe psychological trauma, but when a wave of unexplained violence spreads through the psychiatric hospital where he’s held, she realizes something far more sinister is at play. As Ellie investigates, she uncovers a chilling legend—The Hollow Ones. Once human, these beings have been emptied of all emotions, desires, and identities, becoming vessels for an ancient, unknowable force. The more people they consume, the stronger their presence in the world. And the more Ellie learns about them, the more they take notice of her. Soon, she begins experiencing eerie symptoms—her reflection lags in mirrors, she hears voices whispering from the shadows, and she feels her emotions dulling as if something is siphoning her very soul. Desperate for answers, she joins forces with Dr. Alistair Kincaid, an occult historian who warns that once someone is marked by the Hollow Ones, the process of hollowing out is nearly unstoppable. As Ellie fights to retain her sense of self, she discovers that Jonas Blackwood’s excavation of an ancient burial site may have unleashed the Hollow Ones once more. The entities do not kill—they spread, infecting the minds and bodies of the living, transforming them into soulless husks. Now, Ellie must race against time to stop the spread before she loses herself completely. But how do you fight something that is already inside you? And if the price of survival means sacrificing a part of her humanity, is she willing to pay it? In a chilling blend of supernatural horror and psychological suspense, The Hollow Ones is a terrifying exploration of identity, possession, and the creeping fear of losing what makes us human.
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Torn Between The Alpha And The Billionaire

Synopsis Mara Bennett never expected life to turn out this way. A hardworking single mother, she’s spent years trying to balance her career as a journalist with raising her precocious seven-year-old daughter, Ellie. But Mara’s carefully constructed world begins to unravel when a strange assignment pulls her into a mysterious forest—and into the path of Elijah Blackwood. With his glowing red eyes, sharp features, and enigmatic presence, Elijah is a man shrouded in secrets. But the forest isn’t the only place where Mara’s life takes an unexpected turn. Back at work, her news company is being taken over by a powerful media mogul: Alexander Sterling. He’s handsome, wealthy, and exudes the cold confidence of a man who always gets what he wants. There’s just one problem—Alexander is the man Mara had a one-night stand with in college, the man who left her without a word, and the father of her daughter. As Mara struggles to navigate her feelings of anger, betrayal, and unfinished emotions toward Alexander, she finds herself drawn deeper into the forest’s secrets and Elijah’s dangerous world. But Elijah seems to know more about her than he lets on, and the connection between him, the forest, and Alexander threatens to unravel everything Mara thought she knew. Torn between her past and her present, between two men with dark secrets, Mara must uncover the truth—about the forest, about Elijah, and about Alexander—while protecting the one person who matters most: her daughter. In this tale of mystery, romance, and second chances, Mara discovers that sometimes, the answers we seek come from the places—and people—we least expect. But will she be strong enough to face the truth when it finally comes to light?
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The Girl I Buried

When Mara Kline returns to her late grandmother’s remote house in Canada to settle its affairs, she expects dust and silence. Instead, she finds a relic of the past—a rotary phone in the attic that inexplicably rings despite being unplugged. Against her better judgment, she answers. On the other end is Ellie, a frightened girl claiming she is hiding somewhere in the very same house—but in 1999. A masked man with a burlap-covered face and a rusted knife is hunting her. At first, Mara dismisses the calls as a cruel prank or a lingering symptom of her childhood trauma. But soon, reality itself begins to shift. Muddy footprints appear on the hardwood floor when no one is there. Familiar objects rearrange themselves into echoes of her past. A fresh scar forms on her arm, mirroring the injuries Ellie describes in real time. The deeper she digs, the more the house tightens its grip, twisting time and memory until past and present blur into one waking nightmare. As the calls grow more desperate, Mara realizes the masked figure may not be a stranger—it may be something far worse: a manifestation of her father’s grief and rage, shaped by loss and twisted by time. Old diaries appear, filled with entries she doesn’t remember writing. Visions of a childhood she thought she had buried claw their way back into her mind. Trapped in a house that refuses to let go, Mara must unravel the truth before she becomes just another ghost of its history. But even if she breaks the cycle, some echoes never truly fade.
dinneylatch · 2.5K Views

Shattered Realms: Regression of a Guardian Knight

Working as a mob to the Lightheart Guild in the latest upcoming VRMMORPG game, Shattered Realms, Connor strove to pay off the debt of his late brother. During his twenty years of service, Connor had gotten promoted several times. When he was near paying all of the debt his brother had accumulated, Connor started noticing changes. Missions he was sent on went up in flames. Crucial information about bosses and raids were entirely wrong or missing entirely. All these things Connor added up to be someone was sabotaging him. A few months after his latest disaster, Connor finally found out who the saboteur was. His uncle. All this time, he was slowly taking over the Lin family which started with his father. Then, his late brother. Now faced with this reality, Connor pulled a gun on his uncle. However, before he could say or shoot anything, his uncle’s guard shot him before he could even tell he’d been shot. And to top it off, his uncle reveals that Connor isn’t even a part of the Lin family. Defeated, Connor thought he was dead for sure. Despite the looming darkness of death, he didn’t die. Instead, he’d woken up 25 years in the past!! Armed with all the knowledge of the future, Connor knows something revolving around his reincarnation isn’t that simple. To get to the bottom of this, Connor will have to achieve strength far beyond his future self if he wants to stop the deaths of his adoptive brother and father and claim the things that belong to him. Moving forward, Connor will enter the game once again and look for his real family… But, is the game even a game? *** This will be a LitRPG book. However, twists will come about so be ready for the foreshadowing. This book will also contain elements from RSSG as well as inspired ideas from other books with my originality incorporated.
RealDarkSeraph · 114.7K Views

Dark Bonds: The Demon Within

In a dark and dangerous world where spirits and demons threaten humanity, Jay, a lonely and troubled teenager, becomes entangled in a supernatural battle for his life and soul. The story begins with Jay encountering Ellie, a ghost searching for her lost parents. Despite her spectral nature, Ellie becomes Jay's first true friend, and the two form a bond as they navigate a city teeming with danger. Their journey takes a terrifying turn when a wolf-like creature hunts them down. Desperate to protect Ellie, Jay makes a fateful decision to accept the power of a mysterious and sinister voice in his head. This choice transforms him into a demonic version of himself, granting him incredible strength but at the cost of his humanity. With his new powers, Jay defeats the creature, but the demon within begins to take control, threatening to consume his soul entirely. As Jay struggles with the darkness inside him, the exorcist Chiaki intervenes, determined to stop him. She believes the only way to save the city is to destroy Jay’s heart, which the demon has claimed as its own. However, Ellie refuses to give up on Jay, risking her own safety to protect him. She believes in his ability to fight back and return to his true self. While unconscious, Jay finds himself trapped in a crimson void, facing the demon that seeks to destroy his soul. Fueled by Ellie’s voice calling out to him and his promise to help her find her parents, Jay discovers an inner strength he didn’t know he had. He manages to not only resist the demon but also harness its power without losing control. In the real world, Jay miraculously reverts to his human form, defying the odds and proving that redemption is possible even in the darkest moments. Chiaki, initially skeptical and prepared to kill Jay, is left astonished by his transformation and newfound strength. Together, the trio forms a tentative alliance, realizing that their combined abilities might be the key to overcoming the greater threats looming over the city. The story explores themes of friendship, redemption, and the resilience of the human spirit, showcasing how even in the face of overwhelming darkness, hope and determination can prevail.
J_Lansu · 1.5K Views

MR. SURGEON IS IN MY ROMANCE NOVEL

Ayaka Yamamoto is more than just an author; she’s a literary sensation. Writing under the alluring pseudonym Ms. Midnight, she has captured the hearts and minds of readers with her intricately woven murder mysteries. Her stories, filled with unexpected twists and heart-stopping suspense, have made her a cornerstone of the genre. But just as she is poised to unleash her latest masterpiece—a thrilling narrative brimming with shadows, betrayal, and bloodshed—Ayaka faces an unanticipated blow: her manuscript is met with cold rejection from her editor. As the stakes rise and the pressure mounts, a surprising revelation emerges. Ayaka’s loyal fans are craving something different—they long for romance! They yearn for tales that spark passion and stir the soul, just as much as they cherish her signature suspense. As discussions with her editor grow increasingly intense, Ayaka reaches a pivotal juncture. With an ultimatum hanging over her, she must wrestle with a daunting choice: incorporate romance into her upcoming novel or risk letting go of the genre she loves. Reluctantly, Ayaka embarks on this new adventure, diving deep into the intricate realm of emotional storytelling. As she explores the complexities of love and longing, one tantalizing question looms: Can she tap into the raw emotions needed to create characters that resonate, or will the beloved legacy of Ms. Midnight slip away, like whispers in the night?
AeoshabelleSkye · 13.3K Views

The Forsaken-Grade Cultivator

It’s 2100, and Vincent Carter – Ying – is a twenty-year-old virgin with a penchant for profanity, he has but three guiding principles: “In a world where honour and valour seem like unaffordable luxuries, cowardice remains the pragmatist’s ultimate virtue. Spinelessness isn’t shameful, it’s simply self-preservative romance.” “Doubt is unironically the cheapest superpower a person can have, after all if it’s human, it’s probably plotting something. And if it’s plotting something, it’s probably hiding something. And if it’s hiding something… well, you get the idea. So question everything, one sceptical step at a time.” And lastly, “Muscle heads – because who needs brains when you can just flex your way through life? Couldn’t be me, I’ll tell you that much.” Armed with nothing but these… questionable (?) values, as well as experiences shaped by a hellish life in the slums, Ying dives headfirst into the latest VR sensation – Cultivation Climax, a world brimming with great magic, ancient mysteries, and blood-curdling conspiracies just waiting to be unravelled. However, because Ying’s life is just that kind of special, he is greeted with a rather ‘lovely’ surprise upon opening his eyes to the new world… Ding! [Your misfortune is truly astounding!] [You have awakened the absolute WORST talent for Cultivation!] ‘…’ “…W-what?!” Yes, what indeed. https://www.royalroad.com/profile/633482/fictions. I'm the author.
A_literal_Sunfish · 31.7K Views
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