My Favorite Things Are Monsters

Alix Deminal loves magic. I mean how could anyone not like magic in a world that's so full of it. From Mages to Clerics there are so many ways to conjure forth the practice. Alix's personal way is through sorcery. She had spent years stuck on cracking a certain spell that appeared to her in a dream some years ago. After years of research and work she finally managed to finish the spell. It was at this moment that Alix knew that her time had arisen. She would improve upon her spell to shake the world, inspire others, and evoke her vengeance upon a spellcaster that had wronged her family. She would meet monsters, demons, and pirates because that's at the same level as those things. Right? She would become known as the Matriarch of Monsters. All thanks to one little taming spell.

EXCERPT: “How did you get past the guards and track me to my private residence?” Lucien asked Meret. “A magician never reveals her secrets.” “You’re not a magician. You’re a thief.” “That’s a bit rude.” She raised a brow. “I’m sure there are friendlier synonyms. Like…‘unauthorized relocation specialist’?” “Thief.” he repeated, deadpan. ****************** She stole from him but He doesn’t want the art back… he wants her. ~~ Meret Quinn is a professional thief, known for vanishing without a trace and never leaving behind more than a calling card that nobody has ever managed to trace. She steals high-value artifacts for the thrill, not the money. Trust is a weakness to her and love is a liability she left behind a long time ago. But her latest job puts her on the radar of Lucien Moretti, a mafia billionaire with a taste for control and a reputation for never letting anyone get away with crossing him. He was supposed to make her disappear. Instead, he took something she actually cared about — her dog, Cray Cray. A secret no one was ever supposed to know. Now, if she wants him back, she has to play his game. One house. One lie. One string of impossible missions designed to flush out his enemies. And one condition she never expected: she has to pose as his fiancée until the job is done. She hates every second. He enjoys every minute. But pretending to be wanted by a man like him starts to blur lines — especially when he whispers things in her ear… and means them. Neither of them is used to losing. But obsession doesn’t play fair. CONTENT WARNING: This story is strongly 18+. It delves into dark romance themes such as obsession, control, lust, and manipulation, with morally complex characters navigating dangerous desires. While this is a love story, reader discretion is advised.

They were sworn enemies, one born of moonlight, the other crowned in fire. Eirian, heir to the Moon Court and commander of the elven resistance has spent years clashing blades with the Demon King, who seeks to conquer his people. Kael, the feared ruler of the underworld, calls him a thorn. But when the world begins to fall apart, they are forced into an uneasy alliance. As they fight to survive, hatred gives way to something far more dangerous. Kael was never meant to care. Eirian was never meant to stay. So why does it feel like they belong to each other?

After dying from a horrible accident, Kealen was given another chance to reincarnate as anything he wanted in another world. He could be the child of a famous noble or the first prince of the kingdom. His choices were limitless. Or so he thought. While he did have the option of being reinstated as anything, he was to pick his choices by pure luck and nothing else. [You have chosen to be reincarnated as an experimental creature.] [The fire-based creature, Korv.] To compensate for his bad choice, he was granted three blessings. A single, lone territory, where he would rule as their lord and god. An ability that allowed him to evolve endlessly. And finally, a chance for him to make a wish of his own. “If that is the case, i want the goddess herself to follow me to this world as my slave.” “What?” Entering this new world, Kaelen now strove to build a world suitable for his new followers, with the help of his system and the unwilling goddess. Ruling over monsters? Done, Building the strongest nation? absolutely. He was to become the strongest creature to walk the earth.

Annabel Willows lived a happy life as the most loved daughter, amongst the 3 daughters of Don Willow, the richest businessman in their province. But been the beloved daughter sparked jealousy amongst her sisters, Samantha and Caroline, which slowly deepened into hatred. Annabel’s golden world crumbles when her father suffers a stroke and their family business plunges into bankruptcy. To save her father’s legacy she is cornered into marrying the First son of the powerful Emerson’s family. But on her wedding day, the cruel truth is unveiled as Annabel realized she wasn’t getting married to the heir but to the reclusive third son, Reynold Emerson, who is feared for his ruthless nature and rumored to be a flesh eating monster. Annabel’s world sink further as she discovered, she bears an uncanny resemblance to Reynolds’ deceased wife. Slowly, she realized her family plot to sell her out as a replacement for Reynold late wife. Betrayed by her family, trapped in an unknown world where no one truly cares, Annabel must now fight for her identity, her rights and her sanity. Will this twisted union be the end of her — or the start of something even darker than love?

She is one of those women who have the freedom to live whatever or however, they want. However, due to the financial crisis, she was forced to work in one of the exclusive bars in the city where she can be seen by one of the notorious people who live and manage their area. What seemed to be freedom was replaced by her—in his master's bedroom. But like the quick incident, Solene Rain Stanner did not expect that her heart would fall in love with the person who caused her futile life, He's Achilles Mclean Vernoroux—the billionaire Mafia. But how can you not fall in love with the man who took care of you and helped you to rise in life? How can you not be in love with someone you thought was heartless but who made your heart beat faster? How can you refuse to love if you feel safer beside him? But what if the young man you love is in love with someone else? how are you? Will you still gamble in the game of love?

In a quiet world, Adam lived his life peacefully but it all changed when he woke up in an hospital bed with the ability..... Creation Of All Things Armed with this Overpowered ability, watch how Adam would uncover the truth of his world and beyond..

He rushed down the dimly lit hotel corridor, his breath quickening with every step. Sweat dripped from his brow. He pulled off his tie, tearing his shirt open in a frenzy. His steps were getting heavier. He was desperate to reach his room. Finally, he fumbled with the lock, heart racing, only to freeze at the sight before him. A woman in a striking red dress stood inside, a glinting knife in one hand and a wine glass in the other, her eyes fixed on him with a chilling smile. The air crackled with danger, and in that instant, he realized he might not be the one in control after all.

Di dunia yang porak-poranda oleh retakan dimensi, monster-monster asing membanjiri bumi. Alen, pemuda kikuk dengan tekad membara, bercita-cita menjadi Hunter legendaris seperti ayahnya. Di akademi elit, ia bertemu Lena—gadis dingin penuh rahasia. Pertarungan hidup dan cinta dimulai.

Ordinary designer Su Xiaoxi accidentally captures a fatal transaction in a photo, unaware that this blurry image would put her on the hit list of an entire underground organization. Top agent Lin Yi, codename 001, is assigned to protect her. What should have been a 72-hour mission spirals out of control as they grow closer— This protective operation has long turned into a love mission where failure is not an option.

Dearest Reader, this very story is one created for those who like stories. Mary is apparently reborn, despite not remembering her prior life. A voice is ringing inside her head, calling her the protagonist of the world. In the fantasy world she is living in from this point on, Mary is taking on a journey of emotions and magic. She is accompanied by a great number of people, most notably the seemingly omniscient voice which only she can hear. A meta-fictional story about stories, writing tropes and fiction itself.

Danna Woods is stepping into university life with big dreams and an even bigger heart—nothing’s gonna slow her down, not even the blazing sun or a wardrobe mishap. But her first day at Sunshine University quickly turns wild when she accidentally spills hot coffee on Garson, the dangerously handsome and notoriously cold son of a top businessman. Sparks fly in the worst way as their fiery clash instantly makes them the talk of campus. While Danna tries to keep her cool and prove she’s more than just a “small-headed girl,” Garson’s icy facade hints at deeper layers beneath his sharp tongue and expensive lifestyle. With bestie Natalia by her side and a mysterious professor stepping in when things get heated, Danna’s university journey is about to get way more complicated—and way more interesting—than she ever expected. Will these two opposites ever find common ground, or is their collision course just the start of an epic drama?

Ketika semua orang mengagungkan Dewa Kemakmuran, Hiyori justru ingin menendangnya ke neraka. Gunung Kouzu, tempat suci di antara Desa Shinra dan Shinrei, dipercaya menjadi tempat tinggal Dewa Kemakmuran yang katanya sakti dan dihormati. Dewa itu menjadi kunci kemakmuran banyak orang, bahkan di luar kedua desa tersebut. Dewa itu adalah satu-satunya tempat penduduk desa meminta pertolongan. Namun, bagi Hiyori yang selalu diminta Tetua Desa untuk mengantarkan makanan dan buah-buahan sebagai persembahan ke kediaman dewa itu, Hiyori tahu satu fakta yang tidak diketahui siapa pun: Dewa itu genitnya minta ampun! Dia hobi gombal, suka melempar pujian tak pantas dengan wajah tak berdosa, dan punya kebiasaan menenggak bir seolah itu teh suci. Pokoknya, dia lebih mirip dewa genit dengan misi pribadi daripada figur surgawi yang bersinar tenang. Dan yang paling gila? Dia menyuruh Hiyori memanggilnya dengan sebutan 'Dewa Hymen', yaitu dewa perkawinan. Apa-apaan? Jadi, waktu pertama kali Hiyori naik gunung untuk mengantarkan persembahan, dia pulang dengan terbirit-birit. Bertemu dewa bukannya membuat dia merasa aman, dia justru takut akan menjadi korban kemesuman Dewa Hymen yang selanjutnya!

Astolfo is there as a reference to the Idol Prince Wang, but with blue hair and eyes. Joaquin Z. Alder was born into this world, a being known as a zero. They start off with no mana or power whatsoever, and when their fated day comes they erupt into unstoppable forces conquest and mass destruction. For reasons unknown to the common folk Joaquin is still alive to this day, unharmed and unthreatened despite many wanting him dead. The story starts off with Joaquin having his fated encounter. Found by an old book containing a nameless and faceless ghostly figure, Joaquin is promised the power to trample over all as an overlord. "Will he take part in ending the world or healing it."

Nicole knew better than to fall for temptation—but temptation never looked like Coach Dray Carter. He’s older. Forbidden. Off-limits in every possible way. But the moment she walked into his gym, the air changed. His eyes lingered too long. His voice dropped just for her. And she liked it—maybe too much. Then she saw him. With her. Pressed against the wall. His mouth on someone else’s skin. And still… she can’t stop thinking about him. This isn’t just a story of love. It’s obsession. Lust. Power. Because sometimes, the most dangerous man is the one who makes you feel alive. And Nicole? She’s done playing safe.

"Life couldn't get any more mundane." To Jackal this was more than just a catchphrase, it was a mind-numbing truth. So when his classmates dare him to step into an abandoned subway where people have been vanishing, he sees it as a chance to make a quick buck or, just maybe, have something 'special', something life-changing, happen. However, what he finds there is beyond anything he could have imagined. After barely surviving the nightmares lurking in that tunnel, Jackal is pulled into a hidden world where 'supers', powered by strange systems, fight in an intergalactic shadow war to protect Earth. Now, he’s one of them—or at least, in training. And his new power? No one’s really sure how it works, but he’s calling it... Monster Fusion.

what do want from me. mind games, labyrinths, videogames, I have it all but, you have none.

Five years of secrets and lies. One night that changed everything. For Jane, a young mother, the past is a minefield of memories she'd rather forget. But when she's hired as a maid for the wealthy Smith family, she's forced to confront the man who's haunted her dreams for years - Christopher Smith. Christopher, the arrogant and cold heir to the Smith empire, has always gotten what he wants. But when he lays eyes on Jane, his carefully constructed facade crumbles. He's consumed by a passion he can't control, and a love that threatens to destroy everything he thought he knew about himself. As they navigate the treacherous world of the elite, Jane and Christopher must confront the secrets of their past and the lies that have bound them together. But as their desire for each other grows, they realize that their love may be the only thing that can set them free. A tale of all-consuming passion, redemption, and the unbreakable bonds of love, this gripping saga will leave you breathless and yearning for more.

Five years of secrets and lies. One night that changed everything. For Jane, a young mother, the past is a minefield of memories she'd rather forget. But when she's hired as a maid for the wealthy Smith family, she's forced to confront the man who's haunted her dreams for years - Christopher Smith. Christopher, the arrogant and cold heir to the Smith empire, has always gotten what he wants. But when he lays eyes on Jane, his carefully constructed facade crumbles. He's consumed by a passion he can't control, and a love that threatens to destroy everything he thought he knew about himself. As they navigate the treacherous world of the elite, Jane and Christopher must confront the secrets of their past and the lies that have bound them together. But as their desire for each other grows, they realize that their love may be the only thing that can set them free. A tale of all-consuming passion, redemption, and the unbreakable bonds of love, this gripping saga will leave you breathless and yearning for more.

Vanna Amethyst left the house crying, her heart was in chaos, full of regret, heartache, dispair, and fear. "I don't want to leave you.. but I must!" I love you so much Jupiter! You are my moon.....the light in my darkness..... " she whispered while running swifly away from Jupiter Montillan's mansion. "Please don't hate me..." ---------------------------------------------------------- "Vanna!!!!" "Vanna! where are you?" Jupiter check all the rooms in his mansion... but he could not see her. "Where are you? Vanna... my sky.... my life ..." His shoulders dropped like his life was drained from him..... I will die without you.....

Am I a woman or a man? The question doesn't make sense at all. Can't Lufe see what's down in the pants? Everything doesn't make sense. Even the fact that he/she stood in a world where everything is alive—wait even rocks? EVERYTHING! Read 10 chapters first. Woe to the HM(me) if I disappoint you otherwise leave a review. Welcome on board—on this exciting journey!

In the heart of a ruthless clan ruled by power and tradition, Octavia finds herself caught between danger and desire. As a new member of the feared Khalid family, she must navigate jealousy, rivalries, and supernatural forces that threaten to tear the clan and her heart apart. Khalid, the powerful master, keeps his distance, hiding his true feelings behind a cold, intimidating exterior. But as they are drawn closer by shared secrets and growing trust, Octavia dares to hope for more than survival she dares to hope for love. Becca, a jealous clan member, is determined to keep Khalid’s heart to herself, while mysterious enemies lurk in the shadows waiting for the perfect moment to strike. With an impending election that could change the fate of the clan forever, Octavia and Khalid must decide if they can overcome their pasts and fears or if their bond will be another casualty in a world ruled by blood and betrayal

In the year 2040 a new game had been released it had become the hottest topic among gamers. The game is called Monsters Online it was the most advanced game in the world using VR technology the gamer goes into the game itself and experience the game as if it was real life. They feel everything that they would in real life but in a fantasy world a gamers dream come true. Join Jack a orphan on his own journey throughout Monsters Online as he learns the truth of the game and the changes that it promises to bring the players as well as experience VR for the first time.

“A woman chasing freedom. A man hiding pain. When fate binds them, love becomes the most dangerous game.” --- She ran from a golden cage. He ruled a kingdom built on shadows. One race. One spark. Everything changed. Ava Sinclair was born into power - but never wanted it. Raised in a world of cold smiles and gleaming emptiness, she longed not for diamonds, but for love - the kind her father had for her mother. To escape the suffocating luxury and hollow expectations of her elite life, Ava makes a secret bet with her brother: one year to live like a normal woman, no wealth, no title - just raw, unfiltered freedom. But love, it seems, was never meant for someone like her. Betrayed for not being "rich enough," she buries her heart beneath work, petals, and solitude… until one night at a street race, fate throws her into the path of a man more dangerous than any heartbreak. Dominic Vale is a billionaire whispered about with awe and fear. Calculated, cold, and commanding, he lives in the shadows of a tragic past and a silent war for answers about his brother’s disappearance. But the woman he meets that night? She doesn’t cower. She challenges. She stirs emotions he thought he had buried forever. A series of magnetic encounters turns into a game of tension, vulnerability, and passion. But just when things begin to burn, Ava vanishes without a word, leaving Dominic torn between fury and longing. A year later, fate plays its final card. Bound by an arranged marriage she didn’t agree to, Ava chooses to follow her parents’ wish but refuses to even look at the man’s photo. She doesn’t want to know until they meet. And when the day comes, she walks into the room... Only to see the man she once ran from __sitting across from her, composed and smirking. He leans forward across the table, his voice like silk over fire. "You shouldn't have run away." --- "page cover isn't mine guys"

Natacha Emil was sold off and stripped of her inheritance due to financial debt in her family courtesy of her stepmother in her last life. She came back in time on her wedding day she ran to the tyrant Duke's door, begging in her wedding dress to take her in. He does and in the same dress she married the Duke in his residence. This shook the country and her family even the King himself bless this marriage. Natacha, makes a new life for herself in the social circle. How will she survive knowing her new husband is a "Monster" and feared by others?

The Devil’s Favorite: Ariel thought the worst thing that could happen was being betrayed at her own wedding. She was wrong. After collapsing from heartbreak, she wakes up to even darker news—Alex Moretti, the man who left her years ago without a word, is back. But he’s no longer the boy she once loved. He’s colder now, sharper… and dangerous. Simon, her ex-fiancé, is suddenly hospitalized. Fiona, her ex-best friend, is spiraling out of control. And in the middle of it all, Ariel starts to see pieces of a bigger, crueler puzzle—one with Alex at the center. Was it revenge? Was it justice? Or had she always been a part of Alex's twisted game? In a world of secrets, power, and lies, Ariel is forced to make a choice: Trust the devil she once loved… or lose herself trying to escape him.

Short Synopsis: The Light That Fell Between When Reyansh, a reclusive photographer, captures the fleeting smile of a mysterious mute girl, he doesn’t expect his life to change. But Aira’s silence holds secrets, and her presence begins to unravel the shadows of his past. As their worlds collide, light and grief dance in quiet moments — and Reyansh must choose between staying in the dark or following the light that fell between them.