Like A Hero In A Paperback

“Is this a game or reality?” - Michael Norman ***** Apocalypse descended, and reality transformed into a game for a select few known as Awakeners. Between the ages of 16 and 18, every teenager had the chance to awaken a class and attain supernatural powers. Awakeners would then venture into a game-like world, the Land of Origin, seeking treasures and gaining tremendous strength. Michael transmigrated into this world at 18 and successfully awakened the Necromancer class. However, that was not all—Michael also unlocked a unique talent that allowed his undead summons to evolve infinitely. ..... [Little Skeleton has successfully evolved into Skeleton Soldier!] [Skeleton Mage has successfully evolved into Skeleton Summoner!] [Bone Dragon has successfully evolved into Undead Frost Dragon!] ...... With his powerful undead summons, Michael set out on a path to become a supreme legend.

Heroes have been summoned yet again, but not to save the world from some encroaching darkness or the demon king. No, this time it was to help the gods in a game where the fate of a world somewhat hung in the balance. Dubbed the ‘Ascender Games’, A game where the victorious god would be allowed to ascend to the rank of 'Ruler' under the supervision of a 'Game Master'. A hero could either be virtuous or villainous, depending on the god that summoned them. Uravis Lockwood was far from hero material. In fact, he had no notable physical features. The only somewhat remarkable quality he possessed was the fact that he was a well-known MMORPG player in the world of Earth, the best in fact. But how would that help him in an actual battle? What was clear was the fact he was summoned by a prideful god who believed he would be getting a legendary hero, not some scrawny gaming champion. Unfortunately, he is discarded for not possessing a legendary skill, Uravis finds himself in a wilderness where he would soon come to realize those days he spent becoming a warrior in those virtual worlds was not wasted, when he realizes he is able to physically transform Into his game characters. Follow Uravis on his journey as the supposed legendary hero, possessing a single unranked skill, 'Login'. Discord Link: https://discord.gg/mwjtG9s3

___Lost Notes___ In this age of superheroes, the public safety is at the hands of these all so powerful figures. Located in the metropolis of Condor is the worlds strongest hero, UltraMan. In his decade long carrier, he has destroyed multiple conspiracies started by the city's old elite, single handedly apprehended the mafias that encroached upon the weak and feeble and even stopped several alien invasions and infiltrations. It is safe to assume that such a man would have many enemies, but with skin that cannot be pierced by any earthly means and strength that puts the legends of old to shame, how can such a creature ever be defeated? If UltraMan wanted to, he could have conquered earth at any time. So why did he not? No one quite knows. '' In any regards, he is seen as the balancing force of the world. So what happens if he is removed from the picture? What if I removed him? How will the world live? How will "I" live? ....

[WSA 2024 Entry] Please Support. _________ Silas, as a normal hot-blooded youth with big dreams and huge ambition, wanted to see the world, experience what it has to offer while living his dream life. But when has life ever gone according to plan? when has it ever been fair to anyone? Silas was hit with a reality check after graduating, if school was hard, society is harder. For two years he worked but nothing seems to be working out. He gave up on his dreams and ambition and his determination waned. After a long day at work one day, he looked up at the ceiling and made a wish, a wish he never knew will come true and change his life forever. He got a system, one that seems to be an all-rounder and it has his dream feature. [Ding!] [You spent $1199. You received 10x rebate of expenses made. You earned $11,990. The money has been sent to host bank account] "My dream life is no longer out of reach!" ________ This is my first book and English is not my main, I will apologize for any possible error. ________ Disclaimer: 'Getting A System In A Modern World' is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, places, events, locales, and incidents are either the products of the author's imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. This book may reference real companies and organizations, but these references are for narrative purposes only and are not intended to depict actual conduct or involvement of these entities. The use of these names and references is not meant to harm, defame, or discredit these companies or organizations. ________ Thank you for reading :)

What would happen if one day you woke up and discovered that you were trapped in a silly novel that had been turned into a manga and then into a game due to its popularity? You wouldn't know, because it's the kind of boring novel you usually abandon, with no intention of finishing it. That's what happened to an ordinary guy who was just trying to live a normal life. Now, he will find himself caught in a whirlwind of problems he never imagined. Don't trust anyone, not even your own senses, because this world, filled with clichés and plagiarism, is full of dark secrets and unexpected surprises.

When the world is thrust into chaos with the awakening of mana, Gawain Alaric is one of many caught in the storm. But unlike the others, he’s been here before. After witnessing the fall of humanity in his first life, he returns to the past with one goal: seize the power he once lacked and alter the fate of the world. Armed with his knowledge of the future, Gawain is determined to rewrite his destiny and rise to power in a new world where strength, mana, and cunning rule. The world has undergone a forced evolution, and now, humanity was forced to fight for their lives in the nightmarish tutorial, all the while building enough strength to save themselves from monsters in human skin. But Gawain knows the real threat isn’t just the monsters lurking in the darkness—it’s whom they called, Otherworlder, a being who exists in the world beyond and manipulates Earth’s downfall for their own twisted gain. Gawain has seen their true face and witnessed the destruction they bring. This time, he will stop them before they can plunge the world into chaos. At the heart of this apocalyptic upheaval stands the Tower—an ominous structure that appeared overnight, its peak shrouded in the clouds. And well, let's just say Gawain knew about the horrors there better than anyone else. The Tower isn’t just a place of trials and rewards; it’s a game board for the gods, who watch from their lofty thrones, amused by the suffering of mortals. To them, Earth is nothing but a grand spectacle, and humanity’s fight for survival is their favorite form of entertainment. But this time, he won't be just a mere pawn. He won't let that monster wipe out his home. This time, Gawain will be the one pulling the strings.

Hardin, a seventeen year old is pulled into the world of adventurers and superheroes after risking his life to save a small boy. He awakened a power deep within him. One that would save humanity from the clutches of a fast growing villain syndicate that threatens the calm beautiful lands of Aurelia.

Like a summer breeze my love warmed up, for you I have eyes and a heart even if nature didn't make us to be together. Two women who found each other again after years, but days or years could pass and the love that warms them up always seemed the same. Cozy and strong. A sweet story about the accidents of life and how it is always possible to find your place in the world in the hearts of those you love. Protagonists: Bin So-won, Yeom Jung-ah _______________________ Support me and give me a gift! https://www.wishtender.com/moonsside _______________________ I don't own the rights to the cover image, it's an image taken from the internet and I couldn't find the author to offer the due credits.

Mark wakes in a mysterious world of monsters and magic, with his underwear being his only earthly possession. An orc stampede?! Super strong goblins?! And crazy Necromancers?! To hold on to the life he holds dear, he's going to make tough decisions, possess courage and maybe some magic. Armed with a system, Mark traverses this new world leaving vestiges in his wake. Am I a Hero in This New World is an Isekai adventure story with slice-of-life moments and adult humour. Enjoy a weak-to-strong story with clear progression and LitRPG elements.

I died. That's obvious. But I was reborn. How? Don't ask me. Maybe it was some god. A divine being? Ah- It doesn't matter. My life burned away and now- well I'm stuck here in this black void. This dungeon. Maybe I had lived a pious last life. Laughable as that was. But I was given a second chance. Told to grow my dungeon, to create hulking monstrosities that would destroy the world. In short, I am now a villain. I am the consciousness of the dungeon, the little orb at the end my body. And still I live. A projection of a body is created - a trap - and I am that. I am the one to guide foolish adventurers to their death. My looks are curated. Soft features that entrap the mind. I am the dungeon. I am the projection, I am human, and I am the dungeon. And I will conquer all. Every being will bow before my might. "Before you're cuteness~" Ah- heh- that too... help... I didn't ask to look this cute!

Azakura Yoo Chen Zen, lived a life of crime, stealing just to survive and care for his little sister, Emily. But one day, fate caught up to him—struck down by a speeding truck while fleeing from his latest heist. Filled with regret in his final moments, he never expected what came next. Reborn in a world of heroes and villains, Azakura awakens in the body of an 18-year-old—a hero with the power to protect those in need. But his new life presents an even bigger challenge: will he shed his criminal past and rise to become the hero this world needs? As powerful villains emerge, threatening not only his friends but the very citizens he’s sworn to protect, Azakura must unlock his full potential, mastering the incredible powers of his new body. Not just for himself but to protect the family he never had. But with great power comes great responsibility!! In this second chance at life, will Azakura become the hero this world needs or revert to the outlaw he once was? PLEASE ADD TO YOUR LIBRARY IF YOU LOVE IT. HERO RANK CHART IN ASCENDING ORDER (FROM LOWEST TO HIGHEST): RANK:CORE RANK:PRO RANK:ELITE RANK: NOVA RANK: SUPREME RANK: LEGENDARY THIS IS THE BEST SUPER-HERO THEMED NOVEL ON WEBNOVEL ✨

A kid waking up in a strange new land, forced to survive and find answers on how to get home. Little would he know, he is forced to mature faster than other kids his age. This story follows a sixteen year-old boy steeling himself for his uncertain fate.

[WPC August Entry 2024] "Erik, you committed a serious crime by plagiarizing a man's work," declared the God. "There are millions of criminals committing worse crimes than mine. Why am I being punished?" Erik retorted. "Because you stole a novel from a man who used to be a hero and died protecting the planet." --- "Hello, fraud. Live in a world as me, the pathetic hero you described, and I will be your greatest adversary, the demon lord," Rome proclaimed with a chilling smile. In this novel, Erik is reborn as the hero of the stolen tale, but the demon lord Rome and the Gods won't allow him a moment's peace. Because who wouldn't? Erik stole a novel from Rome, God's favored child. He plagiarized it, catapulting himself to the position of the world's top novelist while Rome spiraled into despair, ultimately ending his own life. For Rome, the novel wasn't just a collection of words. It was a universe where he had lived through triumph and sacrifice, where every character and plot twist had been a part of his own existence. As a former hero, Rome made a wish to the Gods. He yearned to be reborn as the demon lord in the same world where he had met his end at the hands of the demon lord, with Erik reincarnated as the hero destined to fall by the demon lord's hand. Will Erik defy fate and evade the clutches of the demon lord, or will Rome exact his revenge? Or perhaps, something even more monumental is about to unfold? ---- **Disclaimer:** This novel is a work of fiction and is not based on any real individuals or events. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. It is not intended to offend or attack anyone. I deeply apologize if any content is perceived as offensive.

“Have you ever wished that a truck would hit you and you would transmigrate into a world filled with swords and magic? Perhaps you wished that you would be a hero, defeating the villains, protecting the land, and receiving all sorts of admiration and love from the people. I would give you one piece of advice. Perish that thought.” -Ravi West *** Ravi West was a hero of indisputable esteem. As a Sentinel, he traveled the Realms, killing villains and saving entire civilizations. His job was everything to him. Until Luxor. Luxor changed everything. Luxor changed him. Ravi was done. The tiredness etched into his bones. He laid down his mantle and vanished. He chose the most boring planet in his memory for his retirement, except this Earth was not like the one he remembered- Nests, monsters, superheroes, and villains filled the streets but that was not his business. He has a plan, a quiet, uncaring life filled with wine, food, and books. But the New Captain at the Bureau seemed to enjoy shattering all his carefully laid plans. He was the most annoying person Ravi had ever met, blonde hair, the most beautiful blue eyes, and a sunny smile, the righteous Arlen Sinclair constantly got involved in cases much bigger than him, dragging Ravi along into his Shenanigans. **** Grumpy, Cynic Shou who doesn't care if the world burns× Golden Retriever, Righteous Gong who is the first to bring the bucket to save the burning world. #Foundfamily #Sliceoflife, #crime, #mystery, #Superheros, #OverpoweredMc, #Protagonistfallsinlovefirst #MutualPampering #Powercouple #Superpowers #Cooking #Farming #yaoi #Detectives #Villains [This book is participating in the WSA contest] Disclaimer: The book cover to be taken down at owner's request.

In Eutimia, the people are divided into four castes: magic users of music and songs; food magic users; ordinary magic users; and those with no magic talent. And Marleen Harper just wanted to enjoy his normal life as the owner of a not-so-popular cooking school in Eutimia and a user of food magic when he received news of his parents' death from Iskandar Lennon, his best friend, whom he hadn't seen since he left the palace where he was raised as the younger brother of Marion Harper, the crown prince of the kingdom of Eutimia as well as his older brother. He, who initially only wants to continue to enjoy his normal life, is forced to face difficult choices when he finds out that he is the person in the legend who will determine the future of Eutimia, which is in danger thanks to the presence of Ciardha, a rebellious magician who wants to rule over Eutimia and the whole world by making himself the sole ruler, and who disturbs the peaceful life in Eutimia with various attacks aimed at magic users from the first and second castes, the highest caste in Eutimia. Which option will Marleen choose; to help save Eutimia from Ciardha's hands, or instead join Ciardha and create a new world that will change the whole order of life in Eutimia?

Akio Yamamoto was your average bullied kid. Being picked on by his classmates, especially by his bully Akira, his school days have always been bleak. Now in high school, the only ray of light that keeps him from going over the edge is the girl he loves, the class beauty Fumiko, but even this is threatened because of his bully interest in her. After the whole class was suddenly transported in another world, one of might and magic, Akio vows to... but this is not their story. Kiyoshi Sasaki wasn't your average teen. Neither bullied, nor accepted, he was left completely out of social life. His bored mind got him into conspiracy theories, those conspiracy theories got him into radical ideologies and before long, he was muttering to himself about how he would use power if he had any. Being transported in a fantasy world didn't startle him, it was a miracle.

A young man who was bread to be a hero is betrayed and is now on a mission for revenge

50 years ago, hundreds of meteors pelted the earth. Those who managed to find and touch a meteorite were granted a special gift, superpowers. In the following decades, these "super-soldiers" were used as weapons and soldiers for the next world war by their respective countries. In the year 2090, 20 years after the end of World War III, teenage orphan Leon Meinov is granted powers of his own. With rising tensions across the country and the appearance of gifted individuals using their powers for evil, Leon must learn his powers and what he wants to use them for as he navigates his way through life in post-war America.

On Valentine's Day, they were going to get married, but the groom didn't come. When we met again at the blind date banquet, he unexpectedly became her marriage partner. But he has forgotten her completely. In Ji Jingchen heavy world, before amnesia, he fell in love with her at first sight. After amnesia, he fell in love with her again. He liked a person from beginning to end in his life. In the past, now, and in the future. As the king of vinegar, he didn't expect that the person in his wife's heart had always been himself, and he was jealous of himself in the past. This book has been translated into English version. CREDIT : Moshang

Apa yang kamu lakukan jika kamu tiba-tiba mengetahui bahwa dunia disekitarmu menjadi dunia di dalam dunia permainan? Apakah kamu akan senang? Atau justru merasa sedih karena tidak bisa kembali ke dunia yang lama? Ikuti petualangan Thomas dan teman-temannya dalam dunia fantasi yang persis dalam permainan yang mereka sering mainkan bersama. Sebuah dunia yang penuh misteri dan petualangan menanti mereka untuk jelajahi dan pecahkan. Akankah mereka berhasil kembali pulang atau tetap tinggal di dunia fantasi ini? Mari kita mulai petualangannya!

Ayato Isamu is an ordinary 20-year-old boy who loves playing video games. One day a new game called 'The Lost Realm - VRMMO' was launched. He brings it home to play. While he is playing the VRMMO game he gets stuck in the game due to some technical problems. To get out of the game he has to defeat the most dangerous and powerful villain.

a story about a man who wants to be the hero of the world which is about to fall and crumble in pieces while still holding the sanity intact.

Eirik, a man weary of his corporate life, dies of overwork, and reborn in a new world in tranquil farming village, relishing his newfound peace. However, this serenity is shattered when demons massacre his village, leaving him to be saved by knights and revealed as the prophesied hero. In a final, month-long confrontation, Eirik vanquishes the Demon King but succumbs to his injuries, whispering a wish for rest. Eirik's journey doesn't end with his death. When he opens his eyes again, he finds himself reborn in the world based on a game he used to play when he was on earth but not as the mc. He was not even the part of this game. An insignificant extra, or to say, an overpowered extra. No NTR. No incest. Follow Eirik on a new adventure in a new world.

What will you do when you fall asleep and found yourself in a different place about which you don't know anything. Everything is very new to you. Place, people everything and now you have to survive in this place. This is the story of a psychiatrist who works hard to earn money for her family. One day she came across an old beggar who gives her a book and that night when she fall asleep she found herself in another place. Here she meets some people. Now what she is going to do to come out of this world. A lot of new things are waiting for her, the new journey which will give her trouble, new friends, enemies and some puzzles which she has to solve to save her life. Come and join the journey of Amy and her mysteries which make her meet two people in that journey who fall for her, now how she is going to handle them, let's find it out together. I will clear it first that English is not my first language so you can see mistakes in my grammar. I hope you will bear it but I promise to make it better. The cover doesn't belongs to me, I just modified it. Let's enjoy this story.

Heroes are stupid, never killing a dangerous villain... Even when the villain has committed genocide, heroes will try to "find the good" in others... What a load of bull crap. I'm the one who has to clean up after their mistakes, and they treat me like some kind of villain... Well, I am, but that's not the point. I am a villain who targets mostly other villains, and heroes are too upset about their pride to do anything about it.

Rebecca is a sword master, who reincarnates to a familiar and unfamiliar world hoping to live a better life as Eleanor. However, her life quickly takes a turn for the worse when her father and mother pass away, leaving her to take care of her brother alone. With the help of a divine object which allows Eleanor to go undercover as 'Elin' wearing a suit of silver armor, Eleanor makes new connections and finds new companions who come along on her journey to re-discover herself as she faces her imminent death if she is unable to become 'whole' again.