What do you think happens to isekai protagonists? You think they actually go to another world? If only you knew the truth.

In a half-drowned city a group of dreamers and scavengers just float on, without giving up the little pleasures in life.

|ONC 2024 AMBASSADORS' PICK · 4X WATTPAD FEATURED| Two years after her older brother's tragic death, anxiety-stricken Maisie and her emotional support cat, Milo, attend the Disney College Program, where they must discover a new life meaning in the most magical place on Earth.... more>>

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The death changed everything.

Milo, an orange tabby, has always wanted a little sibling, but after the tragic loss of his owner's older brother, adoption was put on hold, and he became her Emotional Support Animal. Now, two years later, Maisie's determined to grant Milo's long-overdue wish; however, she's still grieving and overthrown with anxiety, leaving Milo to tag along with her for the famed Disney College Program. Nevertheless, when heartbreak catches him, too, Milo must push past his grief to save himself and his wish.

Maisie Claire is ready to move on but not prepared to leave her family after two years for the DCP. She would've never accepted that offer letter if it hadn't been for her parents helping her get an ESA. Now trapped in an unfamiliar world, Maisie must find a new life meaning while still keeping her brother's memory alive. It starts with discovering the courage to befriend her mysterious suitemate and thanking Milo for everything he's done.

After all, sometimes moving on just takes a little bit of courage.

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*Prompt Used: #24-"A desperate wish, made from the heart, is always answered. Sooner or later.*
*Based on a true story.*
*Contains a subtle, LGBTQ+ subplot because of Disney's Inclusion Key, but it's not the main focus. However, please be respectful.* <<less

Chante has been living with dwarfism all her life and is discriminated against, no friends and no love interest but when her mother forces her to go clubbing with her cousin, they end up ditching her to enjoy themselves. Frustrated she decides to stick it through and finds herself a table where she ends up meeting an odd guy.... more>>

Cover art by: the_nerd.artist <<less

A Quantum Age fairy tale about birds, bunnies, bilingualism, and lunacy
Fires will be started, babies will be stolen, asylums will be broken out of,... more>> spaceships will be piloted, and zombies will be cured (just not all at the same time).
When: 1952 A.D.
Where: America
Who: Grace Grey. A girl out of time, whose precocious mental state would only be diagnosed in the future, but could only be understood in the distant past.
What: NO SPOILERS!
Why: Why not?
How: Brain signals sent to fingers typing on a keyboard attached to a computer attached to a plug attached to an electrical socket attached to a power grid.
Is this the heir of Roald Dahl, The Phantom Tollbooth, and Lemony Snicket? Probably not, but it’s a fun ride.
Rated: PG
Updates every Friday. <<less

An Attempt at a short Slice of Life Piece, May expand into a full story, depending on Reader Interest, but if i do it'll likely... more>> be short. <<less

Fanfiction is the nearest genre for this but this is one of those cases where the distinction between derivative fiction and fanfiction is relevant -... more>> I'm by definition *not* a fan of Harry Potter and that's a little more obvious if you read my main work, and derivative fiction when you're not a fan of the source material is inherently very different to derivative fiction when you *are*.
This is a spinoff of that main work, and will contain spoilers if you read the Chamber of Secrets section so probably best to read this after that. It's based on a 'what if' premise, as I wrote a scene where a werewolf Rhiannon came close to accidentally turning Ginny. So what if that scene went differently and she *was* turned, what would Voldemort do if he possessed the body of a werewolf? Obviously as a result, this does contain a lot of horror and angst, and *intentionally* writing horror-adjacent media is pretty new to me so I apologise if it's clunky.
This work also serves as a different character perspective, and as such a lot of the feelings shown do still translate to what happens in the main work and so it may be worth a read if that appeals to you, part of that involves the development of a romantic relationship in the main work that doesn't really get any screen time to show *how* it developed because it doesn't involve the perspective character in the main work but it does here! Events are different, but many of the feelings are the same.
Previously this was exclusive to AO3 readers, but as it stands completed I figured I may as well make it available to anyone who only reads on here. Enjoy, be horrified etc - I can promise that it at least ends in a fluffy bittersweet way. Unless I get bored and add more chapters because I think things that happen in the main work's future might be fun to reinterpret in here, consider it finished, it was only meant to be a oneshot anyway. <<less

Sora and her sister Akane have just moved to the Alola region. While Sora expresses hesitation in exploring, Akane has no such hesitation and is reckless – a recklessness that costs Sora her voice and memories.... more>>

Then she finds herself as the unwitting accomplice in her sister's island challenge.

Rendered mute, a frustrated Sora cannot reveal her true identity as Akane’s sister. Things get worse when she ends up entangled with two aliens.

Can Sora find a way to let the alien duo in on the truth, and what is that mysterious “Blinding One” that everyone fears?

Anime world with some things from the game. <<less

It should be a slow day for the security manager at Kalny R&D, monitoring the annual christmas party before the year end work stoppage. But a supposed digital break in draws Chet away, and soon the situation devolves into something life or death. With only scant minutes to fix the issue, can he overcome his chronic indecision and overthinking to solve it?... more>>

This short festive yet high stakes story offers a bite size look into the slightly less magical side of the Bundleverse (Imposters, Degenerates). <<less

Ceit is a young girl working on her family’s dairy farm, trying to get her to find her path forward after a traumatic experience.

Oh, Sons of Nature, born from earth,
gifted by Heaven upon birth,
Hear as we tell your wondrous tales,
Of how seasons pass but love prevails.... more>>

Two fairies taste the nectar of first love
As spring’s flowers shower from above.
A pair of gods join in a dance on a warm summer’s eve’
As rays of hope shine down on verdant leaves.
An ailing man seeks out a witch for his cure
As monsoon skies weep droplets clear and pure.
A hunter and spirit discover fate anew
As the curtain closes over the winter view.

A short story collection about love, the seasons, and nature’s mystical inhabitants. <<less

Frank gets diagnosed with a condition that puts an end to his weightlifting career. His girlfriend, Rebecca, leaves him just as she hears the news. Now, without a mean to support himself, Frank goes out and tries to find a job. He stumbles upon the animal shelter, and there, he finds that his life doesn't have to be without a meaning, after all. ... more>>

The novella is complete and updated daily. <<less

One crazy night, at a Halloween party, a magical spell goes awry and causes an event that transforms all manner of life across the globe. In Boston, this is just one of those significant incidents that gain more publicity than the countless others: a group of dressed up students putting together a unique attraction for a China Town kind of Halloween. (Based off of the events in “Monster Mash — a TG Mixtape” by various authors and edited by Trismegistus Shandy: http://www.tgstorytime.com/viewstory.php?sid=4838 )... more>>

Written by MrSimple
Edited by Trismegistus Shandy
Cover art by Aku-Usagi <<less

Jane and her best friend play a trick on their shaman, but the two are caught. As punishment, Jane is supposed to spend time with Tinke. A harpy that can neither walk nor fly.
The two girls become friends.
But then something important gets stolen.... more>>

(A short spin-off novel to my ‘WITCH’ books. This novel can also be read as a Stand Alone Book. Jane's story happens before Julia's.) <<less

Taylum Rayleigh born into an elite family had autism all his life and because he had special needs he was treated as a baby until a handsome Korean boy sits down beside him in class and saves him from a bully and feels that he could be safe with this person. Gathering as much courage as he could Taylum asks him to be his boyfriend and flustered by the sudden question he accepts but just what does this autistic boy have planned for him?... more>>

Cover art by: the_nerd.artist <<less

I had been living alone for a long time after the war, but all that changed when I was given a limbless bunny and a little wolf girl. Now both are helping me heal as I try to help them. This will not be an easy road, but love should help us along the way.... more>>

Tissue Warning expect a lot of sad, sweet moments, healing of the mind and body and lots of lovey dovey crap. <<less

A modern day giant decides to leave a lasting impression on the perfect, and magical, Halloween night. Dressed up, ready to rock, this big guy takes his Trick or Treating post seriously as the biggest terrifying alien in the galaxy. (Based off of the events in “Monster Mash — a TG Mixtape” by various authors and edited by Trismegistus Shandy: http://www.tgstorytime.com/viewstory.php?sid=4838 )... more>>

Written by MrSimple
Edited by Trismegistus Shandy
Aliens by James Cameron, David Giler, Walter Hill… and a lot more. <<less

Volume 1 - Blurb;
The two women couldn't seem much further apart - Teacher and student, specialist and novice, of noble birth and with no family at all - But when brought together with the rest of the Battleship Am-Fluchtig's fledgling crew, perhaps they will have more in common then first thought.
     
The ships of the Tristian Flotilla are gathering, a dangerous submarine is already on the move, and it will all come to a head at the sight of a mechanical moon.
The UnderCurrent has begun transmitting...... more>>

'The UnderCurrent Incident' of 2022 gave humanity it's first glance at alien life, although not in an expected way.
It allowed for a VR-like vision into the lives of an entire race of people separate to our own. This novel serialises their story, the story of 5 ordinary pilots partaking in an interplanetary war of galactic proportions.
With no way of knowing if this glimpse into a foreign society is an alternate reality or some distant planet in our own universe, it would only take so long for the public to demand a guided tour - Now you hold that very thing in your hands, with exclusive access to the project and transcripts from the original experiment's team. You will learn of the lives to which UnderCurrent affords us a view into.
Of the Battleship Fluchtig's soldiers, of a conflict that spans far more then any of them know and of their hunt for a 'Dangerous Submarine'.

-Blurb of "The UnderCurrent Experience" by Pierre Havelock on behalf of his Majesty's government.

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Now on Royal Road and coming to Scribblehub!
This is my own original work, with obvious inspirations from the likes of Gundam, Dune, 1984, Evangellion, Grimgar and anime in general.
All ideas and concepts shown are my own, though I do Parody some things.
A fair amount of research has gone into many of the topics in this book, but I am by no means an expert in any.

I'd love to share some of the research I've come across on mecha, living in Space, and amputees. Amputees in particular is a worthy topic we should all be more educated on - You may find this video link a brief intro into that world; https://youtu.be/piiFI8QafHs

There is a degree of deconstructionism towards the mecha genre involved with an onus on taking a more practical look at the features of that mode of storytelling, giving actually worldbuilding explanations for some of the fantastical equipment involved and using the likes of military structure and resource management in conjunction with the story, but hopefully this is something anyone can enjoy with no prior knowledge of the genre traditions.

Thanks for reading! <<less

In a constantly transforming world, where reality being altered was noticed by no one, Daniel knew and made the best out of his situation until his life changed forever.... more>>

Written by MrSimple
Edited by Trismegistus Shandy <<less

The story of a young witch who created a special doll to help with her intense workload

Two minds; one body.
Two souls; merged perceptions.... more>>

I thought I knew what it meant to be human, until I crossed those boundaries.
I believed I knew my limits, until I expanded all I am.

My senses mapped over hers, and I learned how incredible her alien world was for us.
Her senses mapped over mine, and she learned how wondrous my alien world was for us.
Our worlds overlap. Our minds awaken and link together. Our hearts synchronize.
Our realities hold truth, in separation and in unity.
This is all because of what she did to me, and also what I decided for myself thereafter.

She and I are the most unusual pair we've ever known, a Human and an Altiri, each far apart, yet brought together by an incredible power. This is where my story begins. It's more than a crazy romance story; our intertwined lives is the embodiment of how I live, in this crazy world we call normal, with our secrets left untold.

This is our story. It has a beginning, but not an ending. Romance isn't all about walking away in the sweet sunset; it's messy, complex, and downright terrifying at times. No life is perfect. No relationship is easy. Still, I would never trade it for anything. Join me, as I breathe life into these moments, memory by memory.

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Quick Note about the context of R18+ content: Overlap is not a story with frequent invocation of explicit content, only in certain and specific chapters, of which are also not-essential to the plot and are perfectly skippable. Part 5 of Overlap will specifically fit into the category altogether, and is entirely optional of a read. <<less

In the near-future, a freelance journalist is hired to write about the Mantlemay Project, a free clinic in the middle of nowhere where medical miracles happen through the use of Memetic Crystalline. But the deeper they dig into the enigmatic science and people of the Foundation, the more secrets they will uncover, which will change everything they thought they knew...as they follow the green-haired, swift girl who chases the wind. ... more>>

Cover by Alexis Rillera. <<less

After a glitch in the teleportation network left thousands of people stranded in the wrong bodies, Kevin found himself in the body of a minor... more>> Canadian celebrity, isolated in a mountain cabin until the network came back up. But that was just the beginning of his troubles. <<less

I've been stuck in a hospital bed for the last 3 years, I can't talk, move anything including my own eyes and all I have... more>> to look at is a blank wall. Things are getting better as I've just been sold to a shady company as medical waste. Now I have the opportunity to live in a fantasy game. You may pick fighter or mage; I'd rather be a farmer. Now my little Lu-Shi and I are going to plow this world a new one. Who is Lu-Shi you ask, tune in and find out. <<less

Monastic life was simple, but maybe not for a priest that lost their faith. Like Thea did before she left. Now she navigates making money from her ability to smell sin without upsetting that little voice inside her head.... more>>

It's semi-honest work that helps her get by. At least, it was until a rookie superhero sent a stray chunk of building into her motorcycle. Now the bills are piling up, her motorcycle is busted, and her savings are disappearing.

Follow along with a cast of characters who are all down on their luck, but won't stop trying their hardest to survive in a world that ignores the little people.

Posting free, unedited chapters every Monday until I run out or the book finishes it's physical release! Don't want to wait until Monday? Read everything that's available right now here: https://www.kitfisto.gay/ <<less