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A reputation as ‘The Most Feared Gunslinger In the West’, and the Law hot on his heels, Henry Morgan had lived a full life. So when it all ended with a gunshot to the back of his head, he was quite ready. He embraced death… He embraced his end. Except it wasn’t the end… Some mysterious [Powerful Forces that be] wrenched him out of the world he knew and deposited him into the body of a version of himself in a Parallel world. A world where something as ‘impossible’ as Magic apparently exists. These [Powerful Forces that be] went a step further by granting Henry a System and issuing him strange prompts and Quests that send him down a road of Adventure and bloodshed all so he can etch his name in history and show this world and its many ‘wonders’ just how deadly a Gunslinger can be…

Shaun’s life was already in free-fall: fired from a suspiciously shady job, drowning his sorrows in questionable alcohol, and wrapping things up with a classic car crash. The universe, in its infinite wisdom, decided this wasn’t rock bottom—nope, Shaun was getting reincarnated. But not as a hero. Not even as a sidekick. Nope, Shaun wakes up as **Shaun** (no, not a typo)—a tragic background extra from a fantasy novel. You know, the kind of character whose job is to exist solely for pain, ridicule, and the occasional wallet-theft subplot. This Shaun? Father walked out. Mother ghosted him for a "better future." Property sharks, mobsters, and scam artists all sniffing around what little he owns. But hey, he somehow clawed his way into a prestigious academy! A chance at redemption, right? Wrong. Enter stage left: bullies. First, the villains make him a punching bag. Then the so-called *heroes* decide, "Yeah, let’s take turns too!" Normally, this poor soul would accept his fate, because that’s what he’s written to do. But reincarnated Shaun? He didn’t read that memo. He has… let’s say, *creative solutions* to his problems. Where the original Shaun took beatings with a grimace, this Shaun hands out payback with a cold smile and zero guilt. Bullies? Meet karma, wielded like a sledgehammer. But something’s off. The script’s changing. People are acting weird. They’re *recognizing* him, approaching him like they know secrets he hasn’t been briefed on. And that internal monologue habit he has? Turns out it’s not so internal anymore. A growing number of eavesdroppers think his sarcastic, third-person narration is… important. please do not leave any review both positive or negative until you have read first 20 chapter new chapter is uploaded daily monday to saturday

Summit, a 30 year old Seon Creature from the ancient clan of Poe, loves to read books. But he wouldn't expect he would transmigrate right into a book, no less at that. Oh, hey! He really likes to read, what would you feel if your betrayed by something you love absolutely then gets thrown in some hard ass trials? Oh, I would feel like.. actually I have no idea. It was a normal cloudy day in the mountains of PavoClan (means Peacock Clan,) Summit, the one who loves reading books, is transmigrated after a strange hourglass hit him right on the head, into a book that was becoming extremely fun to read (what I need) and it was peak, with so much emotion. But a dark mystery was behind it. He never read to that point, so why know it? Why get killed by a hourglass that should actually do little damage, which, yea, it's quite hard to kill Seon Creatures? That was the important part, because the secret behind it will massively affect everything he'd ever known.

At the meager age of 27, a young man lost his life in an unfortunate accident but by the mischievous tides of fate, he was a given a second chance at life in a world of swords and magic. With the goal to conquer the great labyrinths and explore the vast world, a legendary adventurer will be born in the lands of Merusia. This is the story of the man who was once named Matteo Alcantara, as he enjoys his new life in a world of fantasy and adventures as Grey Silverdrake. A sweet, sour, and slow slice of life with hints of adventure, romance, and cooking! A second life he's always dreamed of with novel and friendly encounters! The adventure of a lifetime! Disclaimer: This work is a reboot of my previous work titled "Gokaiku", so don't report it or something because of the similarities.

In the arms of the Don: a simple girls'love She felt his mild heart beat against her chest, and his warm breath caressing the side of her face. " I won't persuade you to speak further, or beat you for it. I'll let you speak at your own pace, and at the time you're comfortable to share it with me Amethyst, I won't hurt you----". His soothing, reassuring words echoed in her mind over and over again. The gentle wind, blew across the roof top, across them, making his reassuring words sink into her mind. She realized this wasn't a dream, or imagination, it was real.... " Is Amethyst up yet?"........ " Boss, no time for that...."..... " Don't tell me what to do!............. I get to ask for who I wanna ask....." He growled and got up fuming..... With a reputation for brutality and a charm that was impossible to resist, Don Diablo was the most feared and respected Mafia boss in the city. His chiseled features and piercing eyes, seemed chipped from granite, radiating an aura of unyielding power yet rumors of his hidden vulnerabilities and deep sense of loyalty had begun to circulate, leaving many to wonder what truly lay beneath his imposing exterior. When a Mafia leader falls for his captivating mistress, their whirlwind romance sparks a deadly game of loyalty, power and desire. Dive into the shadows with Don Diablo were loyalty and desire collide.

In a Japan ravaged by corruption, a young man from a good family, promised a brilliant future, wakes up one day imprisoned in a body that is not his own. His real body has been stolen by a murderous drug dealer, condemned to death, who has reversed their identities using an obscure process. Now, trapped behind the damp walls of a supposedly inviolable prison, he discovers himself in the body of this criminal.

A man named Andreas discovers a profound connection between cardinal numbers and set theory with the cosmic structure that governs the universe. In his quest to understand reality and the multiverse, he realizes that everything, from planets to infinite dimensions, is linked through unimaginable mathematical concepts. As his knowledge deepens, he also faces threats from cosmic entities with immense power, capable of altering his understanding of life, the universe, and his own existence. His journey is a pursuit to reveal brilliant ideas that risk changing the very fabric of the universe.

Twice killed and once saved. A king born to destroy the world. Another destined to save it. The deceased king from a fallen kingdom will rise to live again. Only to find love in a vengeful king. “Sing me a lullaby. One that will guide me to the heavens. Set me free from the chains wrapped around my neck.” “Why don’t you sing to me instead? Guide me to you. Let us set sail on these clouds together forever.” “Don’t you know what that means for you?” “I would do whatever it takes to live a dream with you.” “With this sword in my heart, I bleed for you.” (This is BL *BoysLove*) (Front cover photo is not mine. Please send me a message for credit.) (Criticism on the novel and tips on how to improve my writing are very much welcome.)

"In a World of Images" is a reflective and uplifting exploration of the power of imagination, storytelling, and the eternal presence of goodness in the world. It takes the reader on a journey through various lands and cultures, where stories are filled with valuable lessons and wisdom. The poem emphasizes the idea that beauty and goodness exist everywhere, transcending borders, and that through understanding, reflection, and creativity, one can uncover these treasures. The recurring themes of good triumphing over evil, the timeless nature of wisdom, and the joy of storytelling unite the piece, making it a celebration of human experience and imagination.

What happens when an average guy struggling in the 21st century gets thrown into a world of magic? Read on to find out :D

Leonardo Blakes is a man with a dark dominant side. When he hires his new maid, a sweet innocent lady who has no clue about his past, their mutual attraction leads them both to desire more than either of them imagined. Claire Martin's, is broke and in need of a job, when she answers an ad as a live-in housemaid. She's shocked at the size of the mansion her new employer, Leonardo Blakes, lives in and the fact that he is the most attractive man she has ever seen. Little does she know he's got a secret that involves his desires and his need for domination.Will Claire run or will she explore a darker side to her nature?

"Timekeepers" is a science fiction novel that follows the story of Alex, a young man who finds himself lost in time. As he navigates through different eras and meets various Timekeepers, he discovers that his existence has become an anomaly in the timeline. With the help of Master Clockmaker and Adair, he must find a way to return home while avoiding the risks of destabilizing the entire timeline.

she just wanted to get a job only for her to get into a whole other deal "Good luck Veronica Makaya" "Wait ! how did you..." Veronica and 18 year old girl managed to land a job in a hotel after preventing someone from getting robbed, little did she know that one act will change her life forever. she later found out that the hotel is no ordinary one, but Serves as a haven for the paranormal (non humans). it also serves as a detective agency that specializes in Paranormal cases. join Veronica as she tries to adjust to her new life and at the same time battling situations involving the known and the unknown.

After years of struggling in the ninja world, Hideki finally returned to the ninja school. But this time, he was a puppeteer. As the only puppeteer in Konoha, Hideki decided to spread puppetry to make Konoha the best support for his exploration of the mysteries of puppetry. So from then on, the style of Konoha began to change gradually... Novel and interesting puppetry teaching, setting up workshops to promote puppetry creations, filming movies for publicity, and even creating his own puppet tree to realize the Internet covering the ninja world... The will of fire in the new era will be the spark of wisdom created by the collision of puppetry and the imagination of time travelers!

The creators of the world and all of their god and goddess try to make a better world, but some of them only think for themselves. and spread hateness to everyone and kill their creation to start a war sooner and later, everything will joined and made a big chaos will they survive? with help of light they will see everything

The female protagonist Su Jin was reborn after hiccups in the apocalypse and returned to a month before the apocalypse. She started hoarding goods and hoarding them again and again. Her family thought that Su Jin was stimulated after getting married and was preparing to form a group to beat up the "scumbag", only to discover that the world had changed. The plane tickets and money in her hands had become worthless... It was our beloved Su Jin who had foresight. The whole family sat in Su Jin's space and sighed. At this moment, Su Jin's husband Lu Hao was followed by several team members with bitter expressions. One team member silently broke his fingers and said, "This is already the 212th time the captain has lost his way searching for his wife.......

Orin Stonehaven has always found comfort in the quiet, familiar rhythms of his childhood home, surrounded by the love and security of his family. But when a gentle urging from his mother and the adventurous spirit of his father push him toward the unknown, Orin is drawn into a world beyond the boundaries he’s always known. As he ventures into the uncharted wilderness near his town of Lightfire, Orin stumbles upon a new path that leads him to an awe-inspiring view of the ocean—an image that stirs something deep within him, something he can't quite name. It is there, on the edge of the cliff, that he encounters Elara Thorne, a free-spirited and adventurous girl who makes him question the stillness of his life. With her encouragement, Orin begins to wonder if there is more to the world—and to himself—than he ever imagined. The deeper Orin goes into this world and the ties that bind him, the more he realizes that his life is full of unknowns, and stepping outside his comfort zone means facing fears he never knew existed. With Elara by his side, he starts to embrace the idea that life, like the wilderness, is meant to be explored and lived fully, even when the path forward seems uncertain.

There is a guilding voice that has been leading and directing Onyedikachi Ibinike into trials and tribulations to forge him into the hero that Wazobia needs . Will he accept it or throw it away. the choice is his.

Originally an accomplished biotechnologist in his previous life, Ryder wakes up to discover that he has been 'reincarnated', and that too in a magicless body in a world of magic. Mages with their extraordinary magic and guards with superhuman strength, Ryder finds himself helpless in the face of adversary. Will Ryder be able to use his advanced knowledge and experience as a biotechnologist from his previous life to help him survive this harsh setting? Just how will he make up for the lack of magic, something that is crucial for survival and a necessity to become strong.

Bronze WINNER of WPC#322: Male Lead: Zombie Invasion Takemi Kazuichi might very well be the luckiest and unluckiest person in the world. He was an orphan, and he was severely bullied in school. Because of that, he became a hikikomori, a shut-in. When he turned sixteen, he was adopted by a rich couple who loved him as if he was their own son. Unfortunately, they died in a plane crash, and Kazuichi never overcame his bad habits of being a shut-in, largely because of his preying relatives. Fast forward to four years later, Takemi Kazuichi still stayed in the house left by his late parents. He never bothered going to work or going out to socialize with people. For the lack of a better term, he was a rich hikikomori. He never even bothered to check the news or log in on any social media. All he did was live his life in solitude, devoid of any human interaction. One day, as he came out of the shower, he heard a strange thumping sound by the doorway. "That's weird, I didn't order any delivery today." He told himself before absent-mindedly opening the door. And what stared back didn't resemble a human at all. It was a zombie— or so that's what the first thing that came into Kazuichi's mind. Unbeknownst to him, the world had drastically changed, and he was the last one to know.

Read the tale of a newly born yokai just trying to survive. [Will not work on this much until I finish Home Quest]

In the sprawling, magical metropolis of Lumina City, Silas Calder lives a double life: by day, he’s a bartender at *The Alchemical Flask*, a speakeasy that caters to both humans and magical beings. By night, he secretly experiments with forbidden enchantments, yearning for a purpose beyond his mundane existence. When Kael—a mysterious and brooding shadowbinder with a dangerous past—walks into the bar, Silas’s life takes an unexpected turn. Drawn together by an undeniable connection, Silas and Kael discover they share a rare soulbond, a magical link that intertwines their fates. But their bond makes them targets in a city teetering on the edge of chaos. The Sentinels, an elite force tasked with policing magic, relentlessly hunt Kael for his shadowbinding abilities, while Silas struggles to harness the volatile magic within himself. As their feelings deepen, so does the danger. When the Sentinels raid *The Alchemical Flask*, Silas risks everything to save Kael, setting them on a path of rebellion against the oppressive forces controlling Lumina City. Together, they uncover the dark secrets of the Sentinels and the true nature of their soulbond, which may hold the key to saving not only themselves but countless others persecuted for their magic. In a city where shadows hold secrets and sparks ignite revolutions, Silas and Kael must confront their fears, embrace their powers, and decide how far they’re willing to go for love, freedom, and each other.