Alex is a high school drop-out and a hopeless NEET.... more>>

He's been living like this for close to a decade and continues to do so. He doesn't go outside, barely knows how to do household chores and he has no friends who would check on him. But maybe, just maybe there is some hope out there, even for someone like him. <<less

“Three years?” Danen scoffed incredulously. Jensen blinked, still processing the information being thrown at him. “Do you realize how ridiculous that sounds?”
“Dan-”
“‘Suck it... more>> up, it’s only three more years.’ Not three days, or weeks, or months, years!” He snatched a chunk of concrete from the floor and hurled it through one of the few remaining windows. The dirt encrusted glass shattered and the concrete landed in the soggy mud outside with a wet thwomp. <<less

A young man awoke from a failed suicide attempt enlightened. A year and a half later he filmed himself beating and ultimately killing a bully... more>> who had beaten and injured a 14 year old boy without consequences. That 14 year old boy had died from those injuries. Covered in LEDs nobody knows who he is or why he does it but it immediately became a sensation on streaming services, social media and online chat rooms where using easily purchased phones and publicly accessed computers he would search for and ask for more names. Using makeshift weapons he's on a strict time limit not knowing when his final video might be released. <<less

In this short story, a young woman named Letttie returns to her childhood home and reckons with her troubled past. ... more>>

How long exactly the house had been in the family was anyone's guess. It was a great mass of precarious skyward extensions, each made by different hands, and each the product of different eras of architecture. The ambition of the procession of Dinheimers responsible was unfortunately not matched by their skill, though their repeated engagements in brinkmanship with the force of gravity had not yet caused utter catastrophe. When Lettie’s father had resolved to leave his own mark on the ancient house, its state was that of a Jenga tower at the end of a game which, by the accounts of all but the players, ought to have ended many turns ago.
A house divided will stand just fine for as long as you let it. Maybe she'd tear it down, then.

Art by me. <<less

College Student, Boudicca Chamberlain, lost her passion for painting long ago, due to an incident that hurt her so much that it stayed with her since then.... more>>

But the world has other plans for this talented young lass. After a chance encounter with her old childhood best friend, her whole life begins to take a turn.

The once peaceful yet lonely life she led was now changing forever. <<less

From the darkest place in the world, where no one should travel alone, Tracy finds herself emerging into a world of magic. In a... more>> world where magic is everything, the means to protect what you love, what you stand for, what you're made of. Tracy seeks to learn everything she can about it, to master the art of adaptive spell-casting, and to ensure that no one shares her fate. Even if that means making enemies of all who stand in her path. <<less

Two goddess sisters who live among humans in secret. Earth is currently in the middle of a war, with numerous strikes, the two of them... more>> decide to interfere in this. <<less

Beau Lanfield's tranquil life in his New York City studio apartment is shattered when his estranged mother delivers shocking news-someone from his troubled past has been murdered. Reluctantly, Beau returns to his hometown, Woodsfield, Ohio, for the funeral, only to stumble upon another victim soon after the ceremony concludes. This discovery thrusts Beau into the dark, convoluted web he once tried to escape.... more>>

As the body count rises, a disturbing pattern emerges-each victim, like Beau, is a gay man, and their nails are meticulously painted postmortem. Now, Beau is faced with a chilling mystery: Who is behind the killings in Woodsfield, and why?

In this gripping thriller, Beau must navigate the complexities of his past, untangle the sinister threads of the present, and confront the disturbing reality that his hometown harbors secrets darker than he ever imagined. <<less

Wind brushes against our will and pushes us in the direction it travels. Most people control the flow of its current, even if it stems... more>> from the eye of a hurricane. As for the rest of us, we grew tired of trying.
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Edited by RedPandaChick
Also posted on Royal Road, Neovel, and Webnovel <<less

I am Aema Manhele, a half American and Chinese hunter, as I like to call it though my skills are basic fighting skills and a... more>> bit of supernatural powers you get naturally when your awakened, I as such am a D class according to the class system, Though the class system for humans and monsters are different since naturally monsters are stronger than humans. However, Even when I have such low level skill I was thrown into a dungeon and forced to watch my teammates die. Then I met a group of Hunters. They... Were my friends however when you have such life threatening jobs nothing can last can it? Or maybe it can. <<less

It is the story about a gang who are crazy in their own way. Someone are fear to love and someone locked themselves in trauma... more>> and someone will be in bad temper from all the difficulties will they fall in love and be in healthy relationship? <<less

In the totalitarian regime of Yorgáryn, Ludwik Bryston struggles to work as a reporter for a newspaper dedicated to supporting the country’s dystopian dictatorship. Feeling constantly watched and under pressure, he hides his true beliefs from both his co-workers and government, desperate not to be labeled an enemy of the state. As he begins to get closer to a colleague of his, Zofia, Ludwik finds himself putting his trust in someone again, and is forced to come to terms with the harmful emotions he’s kept inside of his head for so long. While he tries to see if he and Zofia are right for each other, Ludwik is caught in the midst of a series... more>> of unsettling serial murders, an interview with a foreign princess, a deadly covert government plot occuring right under his nose, and a team of spies determined to put a stop to it.

Expect a lot of lore to be present in this story. The aesthetic is something along the lines of a soft dieselpunk-esque world. <<less

The owner of a boat drives his boat recklessly on a dangerous rick, killing himself and all his passangers.... more>>

He now has to face the consequences of his actions. <<less

In "The Lost And Broken," delve into the gripping tale of Matt and Neil, two troubled souls navigating the depths of darkness and despair. Bound by shared trauma and a thirst for vengeance, they embark on a harrowing journey into the heart of madness, leaving a trail of chaos and destruction in their wake.... more>>

As their bond grows stronger amidst the chaos, they find solace in each other's company, united in their quest for redemption. But as they plunge deeper into the abyss, they must confront the true cost of their actions—and the darkness that threatens to consume them whole.

With its visceral imagery and unflinching portrayal of the human psyche, "The Lost And Broken" is a haunting exploration of the depths of despair and the power of friendship in the face of adversity. Brace yourself for a rollercoaster ride of emotions as you follow Matt and Neil on their journey through the darkest corners of the human soul. <<less

After Years of trying to find someone, an encounter in a random izakaya shocked her... more>>

I don't know if it count or not but I put the 'FanFiction' tag just in case <<less

When he lost his life, a young man, whose name is of no importance, thought that he would finally be free from the shackles of his bleak life, death welcoming him into its cold arms.
Instead he is reborn into a fantastical world that seemed straight out of a story book.
But the fantasy world he sought is just that. A fantasy. Pain, despair, loneliness becomes a close companion that refuses to relinquish their thorny hold.... more>>

Now freed and attempting to lead a life devoid of pain, he finds himself haunted by his memories. As he wonders if he's undeserving of a peaceful life, some hold out their hand to him and he slowly takes their warm and outstretched hand and hopes that he deserves it.

Healing is a slow friend. <<less

In the heartwarming romance, we follow the journey of Eun Hyuk, a young executive haunted by his troubled past. As a child, he endured mistreatment... more>> from his nanny, while his loving mother remained a distant presence in his life. One day, his mother disappeared without a trace, leaving Eun Hyuk to grapple with feelings of abandonment.
In the present day, Eun Hyuk is now a successful executive manager of a construction company, Hwa Yang. The company finds itself in competition with its fierce rival, Chae Ram, for a prestigious project proposed by the renowned architect, Dakho Kim.
Amidst the high-stakes rivalry, Eun Hyuk encounters Yon Kang, the son of Chae Ram's president, during a chance meeting at a local florist. A friendship begins to blossom between them despite their conflicting affiliations. <<less

In this condominium amongst City of Angels, there was an one room where this lone woman resided. She was all alone, lost in her thoughts, lost in her past, lost in her fear... and lost in her trauma.... more>>

P.S. This is my first time writing an oneshot in English, and this is my first prototype. Comments and criticisms are opened, thank you! <<less

One night when he was at a party Jacob got home to find that his dad has been murdered Now suffering from depression... more>> and addiction, Jacob can't seem to find anything that helps him feel better about himself except for revenge <<less

Lucifer Monroe, a kid resulted from an unwanted pregnancy, lives as an only child with his somewhat abusive mother in a small town. As an almost too stereotypical emo kid, he lives as an outcast with no friends. The only thing that keeps Lucifer going? The thought that it could be worse.... more>>

But when a rumor starts around school, it gets worse... so. Much. Worse.

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Benjamin Ahearn is an only child without much care in the world. He's the school's star quarterback, with colleges practically lining up to recruit him. He has a good father with a great job, and a perfect girlfriend on the cheer squad.

Life couldn't be better, he was living the dream.

Until a rumor about Lucifer set off a chain reaction, turning his world upside down.

WARNING! Most tags come way later in the story. Contains, but not limited to:
Cannibalism, Self-cannibalism, Child death, Murder, Descriptive gore, Homophobia, Racism(?), Eating disorders, Toxic relationships (platonic and romantic), Mental illness, Infringement on basic human rights, Basically slavery, torture, Conditioning, Manipulation, Non-consensual behaviors (sexual and non-sexual), Forced eating, Forced killing, Failed Suicide, and Self-mutilation (also somewhat failed). <<less

Private investigator Taz Van Polan gets an assignment to travel to another world called Valiant to investigate the disappearance of 50 hunters in a dungeon... more>> with unknown levels. With his help, he gets a partner which is an blue baby dragon called Faz. With Taz looking for answers on his mothers death in the dungeon, Faz on the other hand has connections to the past which can be very dangerous for everyone involved in the quest with creatures lurking in the shadows down the levels of the dungeon. <<less

Each person's destiny was thought of as thread spun. It's a type of phenomenon that beyond's human control.... more>>

I always dream about the people who met their ruin because of me. I died while feeling the guilt of my sin. I expected to wake up in hell for messing with their destiny but I met the Deity...

We signed a contract. <<less

You don't like rainy days.... more>>

(Also posted on RoyalRoad; constructive criticism greatly appreciated) <<less

Two ordinary people and an omniscient overseer, Hwang Hyuk and Park Nayeon learn about each other's existence and their life turns upside down. Is this... more>> a blessing or a curse? We shall see. <<less

Mitch Calvert is 29 years old, an independent wrestler, and a goddamn mess. After suffering an injury during a match and being put on the shelf, he gets dumped by his boyfriend and is forced to yet again pick up the pieces of his life. He struggles with his self worth, combats addiction and trauma, and begrudgingly falls in love with his new roommate that he definitely has no chance with.... more>>

But what can he do? He can either take life's beatdown without putting up any resistance, or grab a steel chair and start swinging back.

Interpersonal Chemistry features a cast that's made up of queers, misfits, and wrestlers (sometimes all three) and takes place in the year 2018 in the fictional city of Monument, Massachusetts. It’s rated M, intended for mature audiences only due to sensitive subject matters such as: mental illness, addiction, trauma, violence (typical of the setting), and vulgar language. <<less