Orphaned at the age of eight in a dubious drowning accident, Fernando experiences a stroke of good fortune when he’s adopted by the aristocratic San... more>> Martín family of Bogotá. From a hardscrabble childhood spent on the streets, he enters into a fairytale life of wealth and privilege in which he excels. But the shadow of the past lingers. Now a young gentleman poised to attend university abroad, he learns of the existence of his long-lost maternal grandmother, who lives far away at the wild fringes of the Amazon. Fernando journeys to meet her, embarking on a dark, sensual odyssey that will take him through wildernesses unknown, as he seeks to uncover his mysterious blood-origins and confront the shadowy menace lurking in wait. [Dark fantasy adult novel with eventual smut] <<less

A failed ritual leaves an immortal woman bound to a monster. Now she must contend with their budding (and violent) partnership, a killer bent on hunting down her kind, and the search for the legendary creature that could make her life normal again. Updates Wednesdays here and on https://apexaltra.com/katabasis... more>>

Warning: This series contains gore, nudity, sexual themes, and strong language. These warnings apply to illustrations! (Though nudity is censored.)

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In an alternate Earth where humans have the heads of animals, and where the animals aren’t always what they seem, the Firebird rules myth and legend. Said to have divine power, it appears every millennium to grant the wishes of a select few. A young woman discovers that she's among them, but there are two problems: She doesn’t remember ever seeing the Firebird, and she definitely doesn’t remember wishing for immortality!

Ignoring her thrill-seeking nature, she's decided that her only way forward is to get a degree. But after being attacked, she finds herself in a magical bond with a violent monster- one who's taken a keen interest in her ability. Now her only chance of getting her normal life back is to work with him and a group of newfound allies. She must dive into the space between life and death to uncover the Firebird's secrets, along with a few things about herself, too.

But her attacker is still on the loose, and the task is more dangerous than anyone realizes... <<less

As the second son of Count Frontenac, Noel lives a simple and idle life. His two talents are hunting and playing second-fiddle to his older brother. Things get confusing, however, when the community’s most eligible bachelor returns from the city with a surprise wife in tow… and when said wife is mysteriously widowed not long after… and when a mysterious monster attacks her home.... more>>

Noel: Let’s shoot first and ask questions later

Monster: [fires a different kind of shot]

Noel: …

Noel: … I have MANY questions

Monster: [can’t speak]

Gaetan: Sorry, I can’t remember

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--> updates every other day
--> originally serialized on AO3

CONTENT NOTE: This story explores themes of control, predation, and desire, often but not exclusively in a sexual context. The exploration of such scenarios in this story is NOT an endorsement of similar behaviour in real life. If the reader finds themselves at any point confused as to what is and is not consensual, they can refer to these resources for guidance:
--> https://www.rainn.org/articles/what-is-consent
--> https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/relationships/sexual-consent
--> https://www.thehotline.org/identify-abuse/domestic-abuse-warning-signs/ <<less

Hermes is known as the God of speed and travel. But like all the other Olympians, his origin was rocky. Riddled with trial and strife... more>> as he learned his way. Guided and taught by his new family. Some more helpful than others.
This is a loose retelling of Hermes' origin. From a young teen in a cave to the newest god on Olympus. Being taught and trained by his extremely dysfunctional family. <<less

In ancient folklore and tales, they said the fae were beings of purist magic and foulest trickery, creatures who would mislead travelers into deadly bogs or steal children in the dead of night from their once safe beds. ... more>>

Autumn was one such child.

When a foolish witch made a poorly worded deal with these tricky creatures, they stole the poor girl whose only desire was to survive her last year in high school. They dragged her from restless slumber and tried to drown her in the deepest black waters of terror and pain.

She barely escaped with her fragile life and must now rely on the witch's advice and her own paralyzing fear to gain the power to return to her world.

Along the way, she’ll find herself lost in a world of magic, intrigue, and perhaps love.

If the fae don’t catch up to her first, for the Wild Hunt never stops until it has its prey.
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Be warned that this story contains elements of horror, gore, fear, and lesbian romance.
Chapter lengths are around 2000 words.
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Also posted on RoyalRoad <<less

Humans don't mess around with the Fair Folk, for a myriad of reasons. But as you can guess by now, that's going to happen in this story. But in the modern age, the human world has gotten far more dangerous, yet interesting for them.... more>>

When a woman and her friends are dragged into all sorts of faerie nonsense, things get very interesting.

As always when it comes to the Fair Folk, expect magic, violence, weirdness, and some lewdness.

This series is gonna be episodic mostly with some arcs here and there, like an anime. <<less

Five years after the events of Through Verdant Mirrors, Vera, now Queen alongside her loving King Clarus, has made a name for herself through her... more>> radical new policies and secretive experiments. When Roja, who was orphaned by the Cavean half a decade ago, encounters her, she sees something in him and has him and his friends brought to the palace. There, they find out that they will soon be traveling to the distant nation of Raasland. Unbeknownst to Roja, Vera and the dryad that lives in her mind Aesling have heard something calling from the northern forests, but what they'll find there will shake several kingdoms to their very core and change the world forever. <<less

Once the terrifying God of Death, Charax has retired and just wants to spend his final decades in peace as he fades away. His idyllic existence gets disrupted, however, when his ex leaves a Chosen One on his doorstep. Now with a child to raise, Charax has found his world turned upside down, and it's all he can do to find a moment's peace.... more>>

All rights reserved. This work is not authorized to be used in AI, LLM, or other similar software, programs, etc. (including but not limited to Chat GPT, Google Bard, Apple's undisclosed AI language model, and any future corporate entities producing such AI), for training datasets, prompts, inputs, or in any other capacity used in such programs. <<less

Witching Souls - Part 2 of 3
As more memories from their previous lifetimes surface, Lexi and Leo must confront the haunting echoes of their history. Together, they delve into the mysteries of their shared past, seeking to unravel the reasons for the cycle of death they are trapped in. With each revelation, the threads of fate become entwined, leaving them to wonder if this lifetime will differ from the ones before. Stress and frustration mount.... more>>

Will their love conquer the trials of reincarnation, or will they be forever trapped in a cycle of destiny?

Join them on a thrilling adventure where magic, romance, and the heart's resilience collide as they endeavour to rewrite their love story. Will history repeat itself? <<less

Once upon a time, there was a boy named Tai Thumb. He's a Thumbling. His life was not the best, in fact, right now he might even starve to death. Despite that, he still took joy in the little things in life and even hung out with his friends quite a bit.... more>>

Life was not easy, but he was always able to withstand it. Until one day, he couldn't. <<less

When life gives you lemons make... a healing potion?... more>>

After Sarah moves to the city of Oftenhides she finds peculiar friends. They introduce her to the world of magic and mythical creatures. But her new home needs to be protected from the bad guys from time to time. Join Sarah, Ursula and Giovanna as they battle evil witches and creatures.

Started writing in June 2023.

Cover art by @mixo39 on Tumblr. <<less

Eleanor is a traumatized psychology student who is tasked to carry out 'experiments' on a few psychologically ill patients in the asylum of Solitude Moroch Research Asylum where the things that your nightmares dread wonders around freely.
Follow her through her experiences in this weird place. Observe her as she tries and tries, only to fail and get the most joy you can get from her suffering.... more>>

Hi! This is a prototype writing of a project of mine and im not really good when it comes to writing novels so, i would appriciate it if you send a feedback on my writing for me to improve upon.
Hope you enjoy reading! <<less

In the modern world, a beloved grandpa meets an untimely end in a tragic accident, leaving behind a grieving family. But his journey doesn't end there. Awakening in a mysterious realm, he finds himself inhabiting the body of a headless knight, lost and disoriented. With no memories of his previous life, the grandpa-turned-knight is plagued by confusion and uncertainty. Yet, an inexplicable urge stirs within him – a relentless need to seek out the missing head that belongs to his knightly form.
Driven by this enigmatic compulsion, he embarks on a quest like no other, traversing through a fantastical world brimming with magic and intrigue. Along the way, he encounters eccentric characters, uncovers hidden secrets,... more>> and confronts formidable challenges. As he delves deeper into his quest for the missing head, the grandpa-turned-knight begins to unravel the mysteries of his past and present. Could finding the head unlock the key to his true identity? Will it lead him to the answers he seeks about his life before and after his passing?

This will be a story with a slow-start beginning, so I hope you stay and enjoy the storytelling.

[CHAPTERS ARE PUBLISHED AND UPDATED WEEKLY ON EVERY MONDAY AND FRIDAY!!!!] <<less

In pirate waters, strange winds can arise. Follow where they blow if you dare.... more>>

A band of young Adventurers set out to explore a wide new world... of ancient and forgotten places. What will they discover, delving where the gods can no longer see?

You don't need to have read In the Key of Ether to join up, we will be telling a whole new story.

If you do get curious, it's all right over there... The whole million and a quarter words of it. <<less

Maxwell, the last knight of his fallen kingdom, wanders the land slaying demons. His only companion a mysterious woman only he can see.... more>>

Goal: 1 chapter every month to month and a half
This story is also on Substack: https://randomrecluse.substack.com/ and RoyalRoad: https://www.royalroad.com/fiction/77469/the-wandering-knight <<less

As the first light of dawn pierces the horizon, the tranquil village at the edge of the Twilight Vale is shaken to its core by a sudden and sinister event. Viktor, once a guardian of arcane secrets, now stands condemned, his dark mastery over life and death bringing him to the brink of execution. But an unforeseen calamity halts his demise—a mysterious affliction strikes the village chief, stirring fear and chaos among the villagers.... more>>

Granted an uneasy reprieve, Viktor is thrust into an unlikely role as the village's last hope. Bound by a desperate pact, his quest for redemption leads him deep into the heart of a world where the boundaries of reality are woven with threads of ancient magic. With each step into the forgotten woods and beyond, the land itself challenges Viktor, testing his resolve and forcing him to confront the haunting specters of his past.

As the quest progresses, the very fabric of the vale seems to unravel, revealing long-buried secrets and a creeping darkness that may stem from Viktor’s own actions. Now, standing alone against the gathering shadows, Viktor must decide whether to seek salvation through the redemption of his soul or further entangle himself in the web of dark forces that threaten to consume the vale and everything he holds dear

!!Read before continuing!!

Please note that the first chapter provided here serves as a trailer for the full story of "Whispers of the Twilight Vale." It is designed to give you a glimpse into the world and the stakes involved, setting the tone for the narrative journey ahead. As you dive into this introductory chapter, keep in mind that it represents just the beginning of a much larger tale.

After reading, I would greatly appreciate it if you could leave your honest thoughts and feedback in the comments section. Your insights are invaluable as they help shape the direction of the story and improve the experience for everyone involved.

Thank you for your time and happy reading! <<less

An archive of the events surrounding the before, during, and after of the Thread Tree incident of 1547.... more>>

You are part of the Detective department. You are looking into the Thread Tree incident of 1547. You can send memos to the archive department, the exorcist department, the monastic department, and to the research department. To send a memo, type a comment starting Memo to ? Department:, followed by your request. However keep in mind your superior vets your memos before passing them forward, so do not be surprised if the memo never arrives at its intended direction. <<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

Have you ever wondered what would happen if Necromancy worked a little TOO well?
Delaney probably should have. But one slip-up and suddenly she's wrapped... more>> up in all sorts of conspiracies! Running from the government and church alike, swept into conflicts with all manner of strange people... Nothing is how it seems in the corrupt realm of Eydis.
Who's to say what makes a person Good or Bad anyway?! <<less

In 2023, an otherworldly rift spills a mysterious energy into the universe, and Earth bears its brunt. Almost overnight, the world witnesses catastrophic changes—dungeons emerge from the ground, animals undergo evolution, monsters claim the streets, and humans awaken to newfound supernatural abilities. Amidst this chaos, remnants of ancient history resurface, revealing forgotten legends and beliefs. The world's past, it seems, is intricately entwined with its apocalyptic present.... more>>

Zayzal El-Athanasios, a fiery, quick-witted young man of Greek and Egyptian descent, is among the survivors who gain unique talents. <<less

Magic, yokai, gods. The land of Yamato is a dangerous place no matter who you are. From moonlit nights to treacherous thunderstorms, who knows what... more>> will happen. Even god aren't free from fate. Only time will tell if they'll survive. <<less

[Volume 1] To the Muse Bureau, Judy Windermere is not a person: she's the entrance exam that prospective muses must pass to attend its academy.... more>> And to working muse officers, she's not just a glorified dreamer: she's a natural disaster disguised as a sleeping girl. For when she sleeps, she's full of dreams and nightmares, unrequited feelings and envious thoughts, which spill into the waking world. But when she goes missing and reappears hours later during a week of exams, three dysfunctional muse officers must find out where she goes. And where Judy goes, like a natural disaster, havoc follows. <<less

The children of gods are blessed with many things, but the attention is not always welcome…... more>>

Dyonaigus is the son of the god of wine and madness, growing up with a peaceful life within the still-standing Emoran Republic. But a governor’s machinations forces him out of his home with one wish from his mother: to explore the world and to live.

Joining up with an eclectic mix of adventurers – a hedonistic young noble, a mysterious and angsty vampire, an experienced mercenary from far-off lands, and a nervous changeling – Dyonaigus sets out to explore the tumultuous world of nobles, bandits, gods, and his own powers.

But before they even get out of the republic, the first obstacle presents itself. A bandit knight clad in all black armour threatening the changeling’s home village, and Dyo can’t help but be reminded of his. Unable to leave it to ruin, their first test as a motley adventurer gang is to defeat this dark bandit and his gang. Outnumbered and nowhere near their full potential…

What To Expect:

-A series of adventures in arcs with continuous development

-A large cast of characters with plenty of time with them

-Realistic action with plenty of weapon variety

-Powerful MC who discovers more powers with the story

-LGBTQ+ characters

-Vampires, Demigods, Inquisitors oh my!

-Medieval Romans and multiple pantheons?

Regular releases till reaching the RR chapter point

Cover art by @erabu-san

This series is only available on Royal Road and Scribblehub by WhiteRose-BlueSpace <<less

Hermes is the Greek God of information, but his ambition is to live the life of a lazy deadbeat. His hopes shattered the day his uncle punches Zeus for not having enough snu-snu time. Zeus betrays Hermes by kicking him out of Mount Olympus to do non-consensual free labor for his uncle, who rules the underworld.... more>>

Hermes starts his new life, whom he has his ex to thank, by meeting a grandbrother with stinky feet, bird people, and an unemployed lizardman. When the Morai sends Hermes to guide the soul of a slave about to die at the Agora, a beautiful woman thwarts his plans. The concerned woman sees Hermes speaking to the lifeless body of the slave and calls for her brother's attention.

A youthful, brash man suddenly approaches Hermes and, shortly after accessing the situation, immediately alerts his bodyguards. Hermes wasn't exactly the most famous among his siblings, and explaining his origins inconveniences Hermes since he has places he needs to be. So, of course, there is no choice but to-RUN. Besides, the last thing Hermes wants is a bunch of mortals manhandling his delicate arms to a prison cell.

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Official Spinoff Book Release Coming Soon
Title: Behead the Uglifiers <<less

Eva Diaz, a marine biology student, has always loved the sea and the orcas that call it home. This makes her summer job a dream... more>> come true for the struggling university student. When an opportunity arises to check out her uncle's current project, a very rare specimen of cetacean, in the top-secret research facility of Ocean Land, she can't resist learning more. Except this specimen is a lot less whale and a lot more creature of myth. Mermaids shouldn't be real yet now it's her job to befriend one. Gripped by uncertainty she must choose whether to be a warden or to heed the call of the orca’s serenade. <<less