What happens when myths become our reality? For Saxon, it means a lot more mysteries he needs to solve.... more>>

From gods like Hermes to scientific theories like Schrödinger's cat to legends of human history like King Leonidas to cryptids like Bigfoot, anything can become a myth. It is avatars who bring those myths into reality. In exchange, they are granted powers based on their interpretation of the mythos they embody.

Saxon is one such avatar, but that's not all he is. Saxon's a detective too, and despite his passion for wild theories, and willingness to bend the law a li̶t̶t̶l̶e̶ lot to test them, he's pretty good at what he does.

So when avatars start exhibiting unnatural behavior, Saxon may be the only person who can figure out what or who is the cause.

Welcome to Fable, a city of myth and mystery. <<less

A scribe falls prey to the sway of an enigmatic elder, A maestro whose past is shadowed. This narrative weaves as much a tapestry of... more>> the tumultuous odyssey of artistic birth as it does a haunting narrative reminiscent of a vampire's sinister fable <<less

Every great story needs an author.... more>>

Samuel Bragg was a fairly ordinary human. He lived in a simple home, and he did simple work. Born in a fishing village on the coast, he experienced a good life. But he wanted more. So when his chance came, he leapt for it, not knowing just how much more he was about to get. With a fallen god calling to him in his dreams, and the hint of an unnatural, dark plot forming in the distance, he soon learns that the extraordinary comes with a steep cost.

The story of the legendary traveler, the all-knowing servant of the God of Knowledge, the greatest author, cartographer, and collector of magicks; the story of Samuel Bragg, is a truly extraordinary tale. But it all starts with a normal man, in a normal home, in a normal village, with a normal job.

Note: This story is a re-write of my previous trilogy (Tome of the Body, Tome of the Mind, Tome of the Soul) and will also be available on RoyalRoad and Reddit. <<less

The Second Book of the Olympus Series... more>>

The Great God Zeus Lives! He is not as gracious as billions upon billions thought. Once imprisoned, he has now escaped, and the fate of the Universe lies with him. His treachery will reach the most outer rims of space and the darkest secrets that no one should see are to be revealed. The creatures that were imprisoned, the monsters that were vanquished are returning and not one soul will be safe. Even death will not take away the agony that is about to be unleashed.

An ”unique” group of nine species are the only hope for the Universe. They were led to this hidden galaxy because they were said to be chosen for this purpose. Many would find this “laughable”. The only chance for them of ever being able to face Zeus and the armies that follow him, is to be given power using the technology that Zeus created. The device nicknamed the “Godmaker”, can give these nine species god-like powers, but only if they are able to withstand the pain and anguish that it inflicts. Each of them must relive their worst moments in their life and the stronger the pain the more powerful they become, only if they survive.

Olympus is now their home. Their old lives are gone. The only hope of the Universe is for them to be reborn. This is the New Beginning! <<less

In the quaint yet somber town of Willow's End, shrouded in an aura of lingering mist and unsettling quietude, stands the Hawthorne Estate. Its towering... more>> presence casts long shadows over the history of the town, a chronicle rife with whispers of the otherworldly. Here, the Hawthorne family, led by David and Helen, finds their new abode, accompanied by their twin daughters, Aria and Ariel, and their intrepid younger brother, Max.
The estate, with its labyrinthine passageways and dust-laden chambers, holds a peculiar fascination for the twins—a fascination that turns to trepidation as they stumble upon a collection of dolls. These are no ordinary playthings but receptacles of souls, each a tragic participant in an occult legacy left by the enigmatic Morgana, whose very name evokes a hushed fear among the elder townsfolk.
What eldritch truths do the whispering walls of the estate conceal? What becomes of the cursed souls and their porcelain guardians when the rite is disrupted? These questions are the very essence of the tale spun within the pages of "The Collector," a mystery not fully disclosed, for the depth of the manor's secrets is a well far deeper than any might fathom.
Tread lightly, dear reader, through the arcane narrative that unfolds—For within the story of the Hawthorne' and their entanglement with Morgana's legacy, lies a darkness to be explored with caution, and an ad <<less

[This world is steeped in mystique.]... more>>

[Vampires, werewolves, technology, magical potions, ghosts, bioengineered beings, divination, and puppets; every terrifying element you could conceive of, exists in this world.]

[One must carry a lantern when stepping outside.]

[One must never wander far.]

[Ten meters beyond the gates, darkness will consume you.]

[Whether attending to humans, ghosts, or stitched monsters, one must maintain composure at all times.]

[Should you ever lose your composure, it will give rise to malicious intent.]

I'm also posting this story on Royal Road. <<less

Six students attending Pleasant Hill University receive mysterious invitations to the Sigma Epsilon Xi house. Under the impression they are going for some kind of... more>> initiation, Tina, Brice, Rachel, Alex, Kayla and Duncan find themselves swept up in a game that defies possibility. Worse or maybe best, the more they play the more they change. Will they make it out as themselves or will they fall victim to the game’s allure? Either way, it’s a Total Game Changer. <<less

Sixteen-year-old Emily leads a life as mundane as any other sophomore at Crestwood High until a harrowing incident reveals the impossible: she is half-vampire, a... more>> hybrid born of two worlds. Thrust into the shadows of her lineage, she must leave her human life behind and join The Night School, an ancient and clandestine academy for the supernatural. Will Emily find her light in the darkness that awaits her at The Night School. <<less

A young boy returns home after a summer spent away at his grandparents', and finds that his best friend has been replaced by a girl. What's more, everyone insists the girl IS his best friend.... more>>

What gives? <<less

Detective Pete Gibbons needs a break to recharge, but life has other plans for him. A nagging Ex, overloading work, and a sociopath taking out... more>> his rage on the upper crust. No rest for the wicked. <<less

Follow Abigail as she is drawn into a world of ghostly hauntings and hidden darkness. As friendships form and romance blooms in "Abigail's Curse", It... more>> all culminates in a spine-chilling twist, leaving readers questioning the boundaries between life and the afterlife. <<less

Madelyn Taylor thinks she's nothing special. She's just trying to get through boarding school one day at a time. But after many strange occurrences, sleeplessness,... more>> daydreams and particularly violent hayfever; she realises not all is what it seems. Her eccentric Aunt, friends and unassuming allies help her through a challenging time in her life that has nothing to do with being a teenager; but something else entirely. <<less

Witching Souls - Part 1 of 3... more>>

Lexi is feared and misunderstood by those close to her. A coven is meant to be family, so why is the leader scared of her extraordinary abilities rather than celebrating them?

In a modern world twisted with the supernatural, a 17-year-old Lexi has struggled with a secret: her magical abilities are locked away. A heavy burden she has carried alone through her teenage years and one she is determined to correct.

Everything changes when she meets Leo, a mysterious newcomer. Drawn by an undeniable connection, they embark on a romance complicated by past lives. With the help of Leo, can Lexi break free from the barriers of fear and forge a new path? <<less

I just - - - - noticed - - - - her one day.

Detective Madison May investigates the Grimlow Thicket to find missing civilians.
However, what she finds in the Grimlow Thicket is a lot more than she... more>> bargained for. <<less

* Tale of Tales is a High/Epic Fantasy saga based on the motifs of ancient myths, legends, and forgotten fairytales *... more>>

Senka is no hero, but you never know what is coming for you. And if that burns down your house and family, while you are left blinded by your house’s guardian snake, the outlook becomes grim. So Senka clings to her dog’s back to survive, unaware of the fateful prophecy and the great changes to come. But when a wandering warrior becomes her protector and mysterious strangers join their hounded party through a series of seemingly chance encounters, they all begin to discover that all is not as it seems.

What is pursuing her? And why? Can the strange characters gathering around her on her desperate quest save her from doom? Are they mere puppets of a young, beguiling witch guided by her own hidden motives, or are forgotten shadows rising again from the immeasurable depths of time? A tale of folk fairytales and myths, of swords and sorcery and mythical beings – a unique story of dark times and unsung heroes who may light your way.

Book one, A Strange Bunch, features leading characters of various ages. This is a fantasy with their progression happening slowly throughout the series, with occasional spikes in character power after certain encounters that may or may not be random. Although the book series is written with adult and young adult audiences in mind, it is, in the tradition of such epics as “The Lord of the Rings,” suitable for all ages. Excerpt from the scene depicted on the cover of the first book:

“Above this hellish pack and the rider at the forefront, flurried a ghastly sight – a cloud of dark, endlessly bustling bodies and wings, a swarm of creatures that, through their almost infinite number, produced that great din which had first reached the ears…”

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( Completed and coming soon: The first book of the series will be published in 2022 ) <<less

The story of that man which might had tried to change the whole political course of the World in the course of history... more>> he is regarded as a cruel but who was he and what was his motive, it's still unrevealed. <<less

A group of three soldiers are tasked to scout an island which was overrun by undeads weeks ago in search of suplies. More importantly they must find out if the place is safe enough to finally settle a base of operation and repair the ship. But immediatly after landfall, the island seemed a bit too... quiet. ... more>>

(A/N) This is a small story inspired by Pr1vateLime's series on kingsmouth island challenge (made in the game project zomboid) and a "what if" about the reaction of some normal dudes in front of Claudette's insane achievement.

English isn't my main language so there's probably quite a few mistakes, feel free to point them out. <<less

"I was expecting a tall powerful Goddess from another realm. Instead I got a cute coed from Toronto."... more>>

A trans girl living in denial has her entire life thrown into chaos when a summoning spell goes wrong, and she's left searching for answers and looking for acceptance - both from her family, and herself. And the only person she can turn to for help is the young woman who's first attempt at magic caused the whole problem to begin with!

Note: This story is told from two different points-of-view. Starting with chapter 1 the character narrating will be indicated in the chapter title. <<less

A seed of hope in a world of hate... more>>

War rages as land runs out. Elves, Dwarves, Humans, and other races fight for control of the limited space they have. When a land mass suddenly appears out of nowhere, people flock to it, only to be caught up in its mysteries.

Kaia, one of the last living members of the Treek race, heads to the new land to find others like herself and escape the war that surrounds her. With conflict at her back, and untamed wilderness ahead, she and the companions she makes discover the truths of the new land and themselves.

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Sprig was completed in November of 2022 and is now also available in Paperback, Hardcover, and eBook. Find all of the links in my shop: HoustonHare.com/shop <<less

Evil has a face. ... more>>

This is not a good book to read. I suggest you people back away while you still have the chance. For Adrian McGroy is evil, seductive, irresistible, and exquisitely beautiful. And he's about to bring chaos into the Klaus family.

Looks can kill.

For real. <<less

Olympus: A Power is Rising is the first book of this visionary series. This first novel tells the story of a mystery that will keep... more>> readers on the edge of their seats wanting to know how a powerful force is taking over the Universe. The biggest shock of all is why. Lost in a giant nebula in the most outer rims of space, nine unique species find themselves having to work together to survive. All of them escaped together from an enemy that is terrorizing the Universe with their incredible power. No one knows from where this enemy originated, only that they call themselves the Kraken. The leader of this group of nine species claims to be able to see the future, but his arrogance makes him hard to trust. He has taken them on a path to discover a place he believes will give them the resources they need to survive, but most of all, give them hope. What they find is the greatest discovery of all time, but what it holds is a secret that could either give them the hope they seek or bring destruction to all life in the Universe. No matter how hard you hide the gravest of all secrets, they always end up being found. <<less

An old archivist sits in his office in an out of the way border town. Nothing ever happens there. Not since quite a while ago... more>> at least. But one day a stranger comes to that office and shakes things up. On that day a confrontation will take place there with immense consequences. <<less

Oneshot

The cochineal are Ketsuri’s people and as their god, their blood is her right