Many people expected the world to end back in 2012, and in some ways it did. 2012 was the year the legal protections on Earth ran out, and an intergalactic reality TV crew took residence on Mars to start up the first season of ‘STARDOM: PLANET DIRT!’. With them came the implementation of the STAR System, a game-like reality warping array of technology that allowed those chosen by the producers of the show to wield magical powers, fanciful tech, and dangerously poor emotional control. Nothing boosts ratings like dramatics, of course. ... more>>

Aurora Barker is someone who doesn’t pay much attention to what’s going on with the world of superheroes, supervillains, and capitalistic evil aliens. She’s too focused on trying to drive her daily delivery route, earn enough money to finally afford a doctor who can start her on HRT, and maintain her early friendships with new people in a new city. Of course, this lasts just long enough for her to be recruited into the 12th season of Stardom, with new powers and politics to deal with on top of her need to maintain her secret identity.

**This story is being posted here on ScribbleHub and on Royal Road. This work is my own, and should not be posted elsewhere.** <<less

A trans lesbian Fire Emblem: Three Houses fanfic. As Byleth settles into his new schedule as professor of the Black Eagle house at Garreg Mach... more>> Monastery, he also has to grapple with his burgeoning emotions for the first time in their life. Some of them are simple: spending time with his students makes him feel "happy," and when his students are upset, he feels "sad." But what are the complex jumble of feelings that he gets when he looks at the Adrestian princess? And why does the voice that calls itself Sothis - the one that nobody else can hear - keep urging him to "figure out who he really is?" <<less

I massaged my temples, in this damned world ruled by damned gods…I became a sacrificial lamb— scratch that, I meant, I became a 'saint' who will die a martyr for the world. ... more>>

This divine power I was given will protect the world from the cataclysm once I die. In order to hasten the process of protecting the world, the gods are trying to kill me through scenarios guised as a prophecy.

Tsk.

And why should I die?

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The Grand Mage Bethel had suddenly woke up in an unfamiliar world and in an equally unfamiliar body of a young man named Yoo Haneul who is residing in a place called Seoul, located in a planet called ‘Earth’, caused by an unknown force. For a mage whose main drive of existence was to spite Gods, receiving the title of a Saint in Yoo Haneul’s body served as an insult.

With the title of Saint comes the requirement to sacrifice his life for the world.

Under the constant gaze of unknown gods, constantly facing extreme dangers that threatens his life, Bethel strives to survive until he manages to find a way back home, end the reign of the gods of Asgard, and to find out the mystery behind the cause of his transmigration…

Of course, trouble comes along when familiar faces starts to appear in his life as Yoo Haneul. <<less

In the bustling heart of Port Rosa, Joel Prince, the CEO of Prince Industries, is a rising star in the business world. When a botched kidnapping thrusts Joel into a world beyond his wildest dreams, he falls into the clutches of Talia Thorn, the cruel and ethereal leader of the Thorns, a gang-like clan of supernatural creatures known as Nightstalkers. As the horrifying secrets of Prince Industries and the Thorns begin to unravel, Joel learns his company isn't the only bloodsucker in town.... more>>

Trapped between the mundane struggles of the business world and the twisted politics of the Thorns, Joel and Talia's lives become entangled in frustrating ways. Their tepid alliance is fragile, and betrayal surrounds them on all sides. As Joel finds himself questioning both his and Talia's humanity and what he's willing to do to rise to the top of the tech world.

In this gripping tale of betrayal, love, and unexpected allies, Joel and Talia must confront the dirty dealings of Prince Industries and uphold the secret of Talia's species.

Rated Mature (18+) For violence, gore, and sexual content. NOT FOR KIDS! <<less

In a universe where reality merges with fantasy, Kael's life transforms upon discovering an ancestral legacy within the pages of ancient tomes. Accompanied by an... more>> eclectic group of companions and an enigmatic young woman, he ventures into a labyrinth of supernatural secrets and dangers. Every page of this fantastic epic takes readers on an emotional journey filled with unexpected discoveries, dramatic twists, and a vast ocean of knowledge in a world brimming with enigmas, where magic and destiny intertwine in a captivating dance between the known and the supernatural. <<less

The king, the piece you cannot afford to have lost, the piece that all others are sacrificed for. But, what if the king was a fool, your typical J-RPG male protagonist with no player in control to steer him in the right direction? So mindlessly self-righteous it borders on being suicidal? Now imagine being a pawn on that board. The weakest piece that is always first to die for their king.... more>>

This is what Ver faces, a earthling who was transported in game as the tutorial boss of a academy J-RPG game. A boss that was to herald ascendant of the hero who would in the future slay the demon lord to save the world? Who was to be defeated and exiled back to his house in disgrace, never to be heard from again. At least, so far as the game story told. Rather, his true fate was to die on his way home, killed by assassins and made to look like an accident. With rain coming down, Ver closed his eyes only to be taken back to the "tutorial" scene. Regression, albeit limited to a certain number of times per "episode" of the game. If he or the hero died, Ver would regress back to the start of the "episode." Protecting his loathsome hero from demons who seek his death while dealing with the schemes of the powerful figures that walk the academy grounds, all wanting the hero.

This novel won't have a schedule necessarily considering I, the author, am a university student writing this as something to pass the time. The weight of responsibility that a schedule would put on me combined with university and work would be crushing. <<less

A witch draws a pentagram, angels fall from heaven, and demons rise from hell. A world filled with death, fading magic, and destroyed hopes and... more>> passions. These are a collection of stories from a world destroyed by the folly of their residents. Read from story to story and piece together what caused the downfall of the Lost World. <<less

Kazuto Minamoto, a police inspector of the United Nations was suddenly transported to another world after a fatal incident related to gates befallen Earth. ... more>>

Armed with the Modern Knowledge of Earth and the Special Skills granted to him by godly entities, this is a story of a young Inspector traveling the world of Aratheia and discovering what secrets lie within...maybe even finding a way back to earth in the process... <<less

New World. Same wars, was named A new era marches. this is the third try on making a novel. please be blunt and honest on how good or bad it is.
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A Leader of kind origins ended a war, help create a path for others to sign a treaty that will save hundred and thousands of soldiers. Yet all of these actions defied the kings demands. ... more>>

He was soon Executed for treason, leaving many confused on their loyalty to the crown.

Yet his wish did not come true on joining his family after death. and woke in another world under a unfamiliar banner of a incompetent king <<less

Jack awakens in a field, alone and in a place he neither knows or recognizes. In fact, all his memories seem a little... hazy, like they belong to someone else. Even more confusingly, he quickly finds out that he has some sort of... ability that seems to defy reality. However, Jack does not enter into a peaceful world, war and strife are endemic, and he will soon find himself in the middle of it.
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This is a rewrite of Grinder Isekai, as I found the litRPG style I was using too restricting to continue (I've had severe writer's block) and wanted to fix some things with the original story. ... more>>

I would love feedback, especially in ways I can improve, I'll probably going back and update and/or fix errors in the chapters as I go along. I am just writing as hobby and have work that I have to prioritize above this. I'm trying to get a chapter or two out a week. I'm sorry if the updates are irregular, but I'm going to try my utmost to keep this going. <<less

Thirteen Keys to rule the world.
Only one Key to judge them all.... more>>

Ezra King may not have been the coolest, the tallest, or the most athletic, but he had always proven to be the most dependable. A persona that lent itself well to the mantle of class president. He was a junior in high school, and no one could deny his efforts - and neither could they get close enough to look behind his shiny facade.
Wherever darkness hid in plain sight, he would be there to enforce the will of his master, Ophiuchus. As his alter ego "Renegade", he would inevitably try and judge whoever was unlucky enough to find their name on his hit list.

But when someone in his personal life suddenly falls victim to a crime, he finds himself drawn into an endless loop of hiding and self-doubt, torn between conflicts of loyalty and feelings of pain he has never faced before. Was sleeping with men he'd just met the answer, or was he just running away from that one guy who suddenly burst into his life and never wanted to leave?
And will any of this even matter, as the Keys, which open the door to the underworld, are targeted by an unknown group of people? Now they need to keep all hell from breaking loose.

*UPDATES are going to be a bit funky on this one.
**Yes, the synopsis sucks, I'm working on it. Don't I always. <<less

Xia Shuangliu, leader of the Huiyue sect, receives an unexpected visit from his estranged shidi Xiao Yunjiang. Due to their conflicting morals and turbulent past,... more>> the two get into a fight, which in turn leads to an unfortunate event that permanently alters the course of their complex, tangled relationship. <<less

In a world where martial souls shape destinies, a young martial artist named Tian Wei, is set to inherits a rare and powerful Dragon Soul from his father and a stalwart Shield Guardian Martial Soul from his mother. His future should have been bright and his path limitless, but the world is cruel and despises geniuses.... more>>

Haunted by a vicious venomous curse hidden within his dragon soul that threatens to consume him one day, Tian Wei must seek out a cure for his plight while restricted solely to his Shield Guardian Martial Soul. His quest for power, identity, and vengeance will intertwine with his friend and mentor Tang San's own pursuit of strength, glory and vengeance of his own.

Bound by fate and divided by ambition, the two former friends are set on a collision course that will test their loyalties, honor, and the limits of their martial souls. As ancient secrets resurface and powerful foes emerge, Tian Wei and Tang San must confront their destinies and make choices that will reshape the world of Soul Land forever.

[Soul Land Chronicles: Bonds of Lightning and Blood] is an epic tale of dual martial souls, friendship turned rivalry, revenge and the unrelenting pursuit of power in a world where only the strongest prevail. <<less

Aelar, a once-heroic guardian now cursed and exiled. ... more>>

In a world teetering on the edge of darkness, Aelar embarks on a quest to break the curse and redeem himself.

With alliances forged and arcane secrets unveiled, he discovers a legacy that holds the key to his salvation and the world's fate. <<less

Join the captivating journey of Bob Bona, a flamboyant and mysterious character, as he embarks on an enticing adventure through the vibrant streets of Pleasureville. Prepare yourself for a thrilling tale filled with danger, passion, puzzles, and the irresistible allure of forbidden pleasures.... more>>

Follow Bob as he rises through the ranks of the underworld, immersing himself in a world of crime and intrigue. Experience the pulse-pounding excitement as he navigates the neon-lit streets, encountering fascinating individuals and surrendering to the seductive temptations that surround him.

This is a love letter from HK Cinemas fans, Blaxploitation enthusiasts, and Mel Brooks lovers. <<less

Keeping the rent paid and the lights on is enough excitement for Rick and Jimmy, the mostly honest, crass-yet-loveable owners of Purple Sky Pawn. But when a customer brings in a strange jewel, neither of them could have guessed how much more exciting their lives were about to get.... more>>

Faster than you can say "You never know what's gonna come through that door," Rick had been sucked into the gemstone, becoming Earth's first dungeon core... and if that wasn't bad enough, they just set off the System Integration, throwing the whole world into complete chaos.

Now, if they want to survive in their new reality and save everyone they care about, they're going to need to work together. After all, family comes first.

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Read ahead on Patreon <<less

It started with blurry visions.
Then they got clear.
My mother with her blond and black hair.
My father with his Legolas' loooong platinium long hair.
The pillow case wearer house-elf. ... more>>

I’m in Harry Potter universe.

But in the wrong side.

How am I to stay alive, when I know he's coming back ?

My name is Draco Malfoy.

Pure-blood.

I’m a Slytherin.

And I will be a traitor...

They will hate me with all their Heart.

(Picture not from me, if it's yours and you want it down, message me.

All original characters and story are from J, K, Rowling) <<less

When darkness visited their little world, everyone was forced to make sacrifices. But was it really his love for his people that forced the Chief to sacrifice the childhood of a little boy? Everyone had to make a sacrifice in whatever version of justice or revenge they wanted. But was it fear or opportunity that led to the blood bath within the Minyama? Who is really in control and who is just a pawn.... more>>

When his mother was murdered a few days after he survived an attempt on his life, proclaimed future leader of the Martial world Ben together with the mysterious newcomer Anopa roamed the world in search of answers. With the masked men as their only leads they were riding on their grief and need for revenge.

They were accompanied by the healer Talia, Ben's betrothed Nora and Nora's soulmate Dante. Every step closer to the truth is a step closer to their doom. Join them on their journey as they try to uncover who's coming after them and their people.

Darkness unleashed the Unforgotten to wipe out the Martial World forcing our naïve but deceitful heros to search for the masked men before they are erased from existence. Everyone had to make sacrifices in pursuit for answers and survival.

Cover Credit Lady Macbeth <<less

She is married to a handsome Prince, but her father-in-law is a Dark Lord.

“Your past built the present you, but it shouldn’t be a shackle for your future.”... more>>

A peerless assassin, codename Hua, received her last big mission after nearly died in an avalanche.

Everyone knew that the Nan Family had a long missing daughter who only recently returned. She was raised in the village and didn’t have common sense of the nobility daughter, inviting mockery all over the Green Planet.

Hearing various jokes about this daughter, they only shook their head and feel that she was not worthy of the Nan Family.

However… Those who bullied her were bullied back by others suddenly. Those who wanted to hurt her suddenly got oppressed. Those who tried to harm her fell unlucky and got hurt instead.

Nan Hua watched this all with an innocent look.

They didn’t know that the one who put them in this predicament is precisely the unsightly young miss they looked down upon.

Everything was doing well, but why did her supposed indifferent fiancé paid so much attention to her? Shouldn’t he just focus on the examination and his career in the military?

A while later, Nan Hua saw Long Qian Xing staring at her gently and she smiled back. <<less

Anthromorphs, or as they are more widely called Transmutes, are animals spliced with human DNA. They were created to be expendable labor from drug and... more>> other experimentation to being used to fight wars and even as household slaves. Anthromorphs were either seen as abominations or less than human by society at large. Transmutes are genetically indistinguishable from those born as humans but have at least one unique physical trait or tell that sets them apart from other humans. Because these tells are easily hidden or disguised transmutes who escape into human society can go undetected for very long periods of time if ever found out at all.
Human and animal rights activists, workers' unions, and other groups pulled together and pressured many of the world's governments into banning the use of anthromorphs as soldiers or slave labor albeit for different reasons. This led to many being killed and others imprisoned within highly guarded compounds.
Adam Neumann, an anthromorph rights activist, tirelessly worked to create a safe haven for anthromorphs. With government approval, grants, and private anonymous investors he was finally able to create such a place where anthromorphs could learn and be acclimated into human society. While most anthromorph compounds were more or less ghettos, Adam's compound became a thriving community that fell just short of being its own municipality.
Because of its unique status some transmutes from the Newman facility are allowed to live off the compound but only if they are under the guardianship of a Steward that would be responsible for helping them assimilate into human society. A new hire, Linneah Mitchell, is tasked with looking after an anthromorph named Ken. However, Ken is far from being able to get along with his steward let alone in human society. His eccentricities are difficult for Linneah to deal with but desperate and determined she does her best to acclimate him to life outside of the compound. Nonetheless, his increasingly odd behavior begins to worry Linneah and she seeks the counsel of another steward who has a much better relationship with her charge. Will Ken's troubling behavior overwhelm Linneah's need for a stable income and willingness to power through or will it break her to the point of not being able to recognize herself? <<less

In a world torn apart by war, an order of healers serve to ease the suffering and pain of all it's victims. The arrival of an unknown knight marks the beginning of one healer's journey out of the shadows of books and scrolls right into the middle of conflicts, intrigue and friendship beyond their own life...... more>>

Even the description is a work in progress and what I post here as a "chapter" is much closer to "scene". So far I wrote this for myself and gave a few friends a chance to read it. But thanks to their positive feedback I am confident enough to post them here. <<less

Aretha Socrates, after the sudden death of her parents, is thrown into the world of monarchy, prime ministers and bills. Now, she must decide what kind of king she intends to be: The one who saves her nation, or the one who lets them burn.... more>>

NEW CHAPTERS EVERY THURSDAY

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A single assassin sits alone in a deathly silent room, conflicted emotions surging through him.

⟨⟨A reptilian scholar takes over a missing ambassador's position in an ancient time dominated by beasts of nature.⟩⟩... more>>

A tale of vice, power, and the natural liberties, Hymn For the Jaded promises you on a journey from the bottom of the African nest all the way to the Mediterranean and the North to witness the demise of the Domminical Order and to inspect the threads which created the story of its birth—and its impending doom. <<less