Only women are trained in the art of demonic summoning, but that hasn't stopped Hawley from keeping a secret from their closest friends. When obsession... more>> with the town's strange claw machines turns to a plan of action, will Hawley have the courage to go through with their convoluted scheme? And when the prize at the end of the claw is a chance to be the person they've always wanted, what will they risk to get it? <<less

For as long as anyone can remember, humans have been preyed upon by Harbingers, living nightmares which devour dreams and passions and souls, and defended by Keepers. These children alone hold the gift of magic, the wild and wondrous ability to impose emotions over reality and empower their frail bodies with the splendor of their souls. Under their protection, humanity was able to survive and thrive.... more>>

While modern Keepers have come to enjoy a social position somewhere between celebrities and religious idols, very few accept the mantle simply to be a hero. The Messengers of the Goddess Claiasya, spirits charged with awakening the magic in suitable souls, promise that Keepers who consume and purify enough Harbingers will obtain the power to change themselves or the world in nearly any way they wish.

It’s for this purpose that Liadain Shiel, a young girl born terminally ill, throws herself into life as a Keeper when her opportunity comes, hoping against hope to rewrite her fate and save her life while she still can.

But magic wants its wielders to grow and change, not simply continue living, and the secrets swimming beneath the sea and behind the sky have lives and designs of their own.

Nowhere Stars is an ongoing fantasy-horror web novel about traumacore magical girls, nightmares clothed in ribbons and lace, alienation from reality, and broken children twisting the world into whatever shape they must to make their dreams come true.

This is a mirror of Nowhere Stars' home site, located here: https://nowherestars.net/
Updates will be posted at the same time, currently every other Wednesday.

Please be aware that my writing trends quite dark and disturbing. If you're looking for more detailed content warnings, there's a list that should be considered to apply to the story as a whole here: https://nowherestars.net/content-warnings/

Discord: https://discord.gg/UPYYpcvfqX
Topwebfiction: https://topwebfiction.com/listings/nowhere-stars/ <<less

Three vastly different clans coexist on a continent, all making use of an ancient and natural power called the Yelii in different ways. But philosophies differ and tensions run high. As border skirmishes start up between the clans three boys, each named Deo, appear in the midst of the clans.... more>>

Also on Wattpad, Royal Road, and my wordpress.

Cover by @jynxedghost on Twitter. <<less

A young boy with a strange demeanor suddenly finds himself contending with a beautiful emerald-haired girl stuck inside of his mind. She doesn’t remember much of anything, and loves to sleep, however, it’s clear that there is a deep connection between the two of them.... more>>

The son of a mercenary, all he has known is constant travel and bloodshed. Now tied into a greater fate than anyone realizes, how will they survive being thrust onto the world stage full of powerfully gifted nobility, an ever-dominant central church, and a mysterious hidden force lurking in the shadows?

Follow Byleth as he grows up in a world of magic and mystery, grappling with powers he doesn’t entirely understand and forced to combat those who would seek the mysterious girl for their own purposes.
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You do not need knowledge about Fire Emblem to read this. The story can also be dark at points, but that is by no means the focus of the novel.

If you're interested I have a Patreon for advanced chapters - https://www.patreon.com/Kizaru_Etrus
Join the Discord - https://discord.gg/AddKrp8Xt2 <<less

Depressed and lost throughout much of his life, Hasegawa Satou finds himself no longer seeking anything more than a painless death—or so he thought, until the day finally comes and he realizes what he had always wanted was a better lease of life. This fruits, to his surprise, and now he must prove his mettle by living it to its fullest.... more>>

Author's Note: genderbent Gallivant bi-MC, no-Harem, romance-Subplot w/Smut, much Slice-of-Life, Knights-&-Mages, Guns & Airships, esoteric-Occult, melancholic-Horror, multiple-Realms, neo-Victorian-esk high-Fantasy.

Scheduled for Once a Week / Month, KoFi Keeps me Going. Available on SH, RR, WordPress (TBA). Thank You.

Fantasia Series #2 <<less

Elijah is a library science grad student; he's just gotten a summer internship organizing a private library for someone who's just inherited a whole heap... more>> of books. But one particular book in the library is different in ways he couldn't have imagined, and it will change his life in unexpected ways. <<less

My first anthology of short stories, covering Man’s emergence, colonization, and the rise of his industries. Cover art by Vlad Momot (paid by Schizoid Nightmares). Released under CC BY 4.0.... more>>

Each chapter is a scene in a short story (e.g. Story, Scene #: Scene Title). <<less

Issa’s shadow powers are a curse, and they are going to kill her. While the potent magic helps her and her sister Kyrae get by on the muddy streets of Ess’Sylantziis, the cost will drive them both to the brink. Will the Temple of Jaezotl that rules over the jungles of the Empire of Jii’Kalaga from its great stone ziggurats actually help them? Or will the pair of sisters—one a lamia, and one an elf—be driven from the shadows of insignificance into the light of the Empire’s power games?
And just what kind of entity is Issa linked to that is neither god nor mortal?... more>>

Scales & Shadows is a fantasy novel with a character-driven plot, elements of drama and political intrigue, and a dash of late romance set in a misty-jungled land of elves and snake people.
-Expect mistakes to be made, tears to be shed, and motes of light to always pierce the shadows.
-Do not expect a focus on progression of power or heavy action.

New Chapters on Fridays.
Cover art is by the amazing and wonderful Cutetanuki-chan. Links to her tumblr and twitter are after the Prologue. <<less

How many accidents happened befell many people at the same time? I only saw them on social media, but I never thought It had happened to me. On that day, A truck stuck my motorcycle and killed me and my girlfriend instantly. And then, when I opened my eyes I realized I had been reborn. But, there is a problem, I was born into a sh*itty smut otome game. How can I know? because my younger sister played it in my previous life and talked it how the game was cheesy and disgusting. ... more>>

Far worse, I become a side character from another country who kidnaps the heroine and sexually abuses her. The problem is when the male lead saves his dear lover, a war breaks out and that side character sacrifices himself and tragically meets his end.

"There's no way I'm gonna do that, well, as long as I live peacefully, I wouldn't meet them right?" <<less

Superhumans, known as the "Tainted," have been segregated from the rest of society and reduced to mere property, the districts they inhabit serve as isolated... more>> realms of labour and oppression. These Tainted individuals possess extraordinary abilities, labelled both as a curse and a threat by the "pure" humans who control them. Amid this stark divide, Zakuya Manya dares to challenge the chains that bind him. Join him as he conquers the world. <<less

Following the events of LOVE THINE ENEMY, Nicole and the team are stronger than ever. But with new threats on the horizon and personal lives... more>> mixing with the professional, our favorite Magical Girl team has got their work cut out for them! <<less

Synopsis: The year 506 a.d. marked the 15th year of the second magical school in the world, Toadwits. Charlotte was one of it's older students and because of her special relationship with the founders she received a few special privileges, but none of her classmates would want to trade positions with her, as she was known for her inability to cast magic. To add to that, her red eyes and pale skin led many to believe that she was related to some dark creature, making her an outcast in school. See the world through her eyes as she struggles to find her place in a society full of prejudice.... more>>

What to expect:
Slice of Life story in a magical setting.

Romance and Drama.

Character development.

Slow to medium pacing.

Wide range of different characters.

First person point of view.

Scaterbrained MC.

What not to expect:
Fancy fighting scenes every five or ten chapters.

Extensive Magic science beyond what is necessary.

Harem.

Murderhobos.

Author note: I started to write the story as an experiment to test two things. Writing from the first point of view and writing from the perspective of a woman. In the end, I got carried away because it was so much fun to write and i thought that maybe someone might have just as much fun reading the story, so i decided to upload it.

The story itself is heavily influenced by British folklore like King Arthur, Harry Potter, Roman History, Church History, the neverending story, and a few others but as far as I'm aware there should be no copyright or trademark issues. Still, most might see some parallels because when I started to write the story it was meant to be an exercise. Still, the story plays in a completely independent universe and is not related to any existing story. <<less

To seek strength is a human instinct. It is birthed by the urge to satisfy human nature. The urge to abuse this strength, too, is in the nature of all humans, suppressed barely by ideals in the form of spiritual mentorship.... more>>

Accordingly, when the road to attaining strength is opened for a meager share of a population, billions must suffer.

For the human civilization of planet Triton, this was a century of self-discovery. For the common man, this was an era of envy. And for the mages blessed by the architects of human civilization, this was a stage to pursue unprecedented glory and power.

It has been 97 years since the humans of planet Triton became conscious of their origin, a mystery spanning beyond their planet, spanning beyond many millennia, waiting to be uncovered in the treacherous sea of stars. The architects have resurfaced, all twelve of them, from the dust left in history by epics and myths.
Beyond the common man's vision, the architects orchestrate their own plans. Beyond the architects' plans lie their common purpose, their hopes and dreams for the all races, every form of life, and all that lies beyond life.

And tonight, a miracle beyond it all has been sparked; a miracle...that may not bring forth fortune, but the shadow of an erased truth; a miracle birthed by brutality and vengeful hunger.
And among all mentors of human instinct, vengeance presents to you your most magnificent self, and to mankind your most abominable form. <<less

Eleanora’s Academy of Magicka, crowned as the best institute on the continent of Elenora, is a prestigious magic academy for young wizards alike, to come and pit their magic and might against one another, in the competitive Ranking system the Academy puts them through, in order to polish and forge the Number 1 Ranked Wizard in all of Elenora. ... more>>

Ken Granfold, a young curious mage who seeks to gain as much knowledge as possible, is enrolled in the famed academy by his Grandfather. During his time at the academy, Ken makes it his sole purpose to graduate as the Number 1 Ranked Wizard.

As Ken fights through the ranking system to be the best, he gains newfound knowledge of who he really is and makes new friends on the way.

YES, THIS IS A REWRITTING! IVE CHANGED QUITE A LOT OF STUFF, SO PLEASE ENJOY!!! <<less

PRESENTLY ON HIATUS, BUT PLEASE FEEL FREE TO READ WHAT IS AVAILABLE -3/31/2024... more>>

Matthew Coulson's life is choked with anxiety. He's stuck at a job that can barely support him and haunted yearly by the anniversary of the disappearance of Lucas Lynn. Each year, Lucas' mom calls and he is reminded of the wasted chances he had at confessing his love for him. Up until Lucas revealed that she was actually a transgender woman, and that she had been trying to contact aliens to see if they could help her transition faster. The next day Lucas was gone.

Seven years later and Matt is still fumbling with his own identity. His only recourse is using the same communication device he saw Lucas using to vent out his frustrations to the ether. Soon Matt finds himself at the center of an intergalactic conspiracy, and his only hope is Lucas, now Cassandra, the very person he blames for ruining his life.

Author's note: This is a book that I have come to treasure greatly. After failing to find a traditional publisher, I have opted to share it online with the community at large. In the end, I just want someone to read my work and hopefully find a connection they might need. <<less

On a ringworld with an artificial sun at its center, where the first men woke up long ago without memories or history, the Holy Church... more>> of the Cipher reveres and maintains the divine machine that is the ring.
In this world, the story follows Harek and Agnes, who after surviving their teen-age years together lead a mercenary band on their newest job to assist in the siege of a lord, who in return would gift Agnes his prohibited Book of Runes scribed by the monks of the church, which contains advanced knowledge of the symbols and language that can shape reality itself, which Agnes has only scratched the surface of on her own. <<less

In a land of magic and ancient technology, two journeys intertwine and evolve into an odyssey of wonders, horrors, and self-discovery. Catherine was taken in by the temple and raised to be a priestess. But on the day of her initiation into the priesthood, a provoked outburst causes her to lose everything she ever had; her home, her belongings, and her purpose in life. With nothing left to lose, she steals what may be the most profane and cursed item in the world and sets out on the journey she had been dreaming of her whole life, where she witnesses a beautiful, mysterious woman being rescued.
This woman, Azela, is a mystery to herself as... more>> well, finding herself in a world she knows nothing about. But Azela knows she has secrets, hidden even from herself. Secrets that they both intend to discover.

(Content warnings for: abuse, self-harm, discrimination, sexual assault, graphic violence, and mentions of suicide.) <<less

For two centuries the Empire has held power. To the west a bloody conflict ensues. To the east, the bastion cities and the Line provide security from the Nomal hordes. ... more>>

Cain finds himself inducted into the Institute, where he trains with other boys and girls his age to serve at the Line. While he expects to persevere through his mandatory service and live a simple life, he finds that fate truly has never worked in his favor. With shifting powers in the capital, palpable tensions between the Empire and their annexed cities, and growing brash confidence of the Nomal hordes, Cain finds himself in a position he never expected himself in. And nothing could have prepared him for the responsibilities it would entail...

Story by notjune! Heavily inspired by works by Pierce Brown and Brandon Sanderson. This is my first web novel, so please do forgive me for weird story pacing and whatnot. I'll try to post as much as I can. Expect chapters on every Monday unless something comes up. If I have more time, I'll try to post more often. The chapters start slightly short but will get longer as they progress. I also post on Royal Road! Do enjoy! <<less

samarth has given another chance in life after has battle with cancer.he feels grateful for his recovery,but also lost and confused about his purpose in... more>> life.he has many questions about god,faith,and the meaning of suffering.he decide to embark on a spiritual journey across india,hoping to find some answers and peace.along in journey he meet with different people who has their own reasons for seeking god or view life their own way.together,they explore different religions,cultures,and philosophies,and discovers the beauty and diversity of india.they face many challenges,such as poverty,violence,corruption,and prejudice.through their experience,they learn more about themselves,each other,and the divine.
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i am new to writing novel if its has any grammer mistake i am sorry i try to improve it in future i also need suggestions for my novel how can i improve it further.
thanks for reading √(•_•)√❤️ <<less

Benjamin Tallmadge/Audrey (oc).... more>>

An exploration in perspectives, heroism, anti-heroism, goodness, evil, love, mortality and what makes one a monster or the very nature of human.

l'art pour l'art / art for arts sake / writers are meant to pose questions, not answer them. <<less

The exorcist's only work isn’t to exorcise possessed people or pure hunted places. They fight against monsters born from people's sins, called shadows. They use the power granted by God and some use the powers they discovered on their own.... more>>

The story follows two people. Saint of Sin, Theo Villeneuve, and his student Senzi. They arrive in Paris before Christmas comes to prepare the ritual that would exorcize all the newly born shadows. Theo felt that something dangerous was coming that night. He asked fellow exorcists to help him with that matter.

What is it that Theo, the strongest exorcist in Europe, worries about and needs the help of three other strong exorcists to assist him with the ritual? Can they stop the tragedy that could come this Christmas?

Book on sale on Amazon and Google!
https://books2read.com/u/bajKrv <<less

The world of Threa has been long plagued by the AGDS (Ancient Genetic Deviation Syndrome), a pestilence that transforms its hosts into horrifying and grotesque perversions known as Phantoms. These creatures have sought havoc, bringing about suffering, madness, and death wherever they tread; hiding and lurking under the veils of darkness that drapes the corners of the world.... more>>

Follow Noralie as she rise up through the ranks of REISS (Rescue and Deployment Command for Infection and Special Cases), and progress through each phantom cases that will test her resolve along with their teammates.

Will she able to form friendship and bond among her squadmates? Or will they become her potential rivals? Ultimately, can she keep her mind sane despite the horrors she may face in this phantom-infested world? <<less

Ethan Emerson was a normal 23-year-old man who grew up in a loving neighborhood but was forced to face hardship after hardship, which took his... more>> loved ones away. After being forced to settle for existing rather than living, Ethan hit rock bottom. After losing his life to a street thug while protecting a group of girls, he reincarnates until he finds a world worth living in - a world filled with magic and monsters. Follow him on his journey as he takes a second chance at life to start anew, or perhaps run into his past again.
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Genre: Fantasy, Reincarnation
Book Type: Light Novel
Tags: Male Protagonist, Isekai, Romance, Harem, Mystery, Drama, Academy, Magic, Action, Adventure, Dark Fantasy, Suspense
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Retired Soldier is also on other platforms! If you have a registered account, feel free to read it on the listed platforms below:
Wattpad : https://www.wattpad.com/story/357232997-retired-soldier-reincarnates-as-an-aristocrat-in
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DISCLAIMER: This story contains the following content: Heavy violence, strong language, implications or depictions of trauma, and situational suggestive language. Not recommended for those under the age of fifteen. Reader discretion advised.
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(A/N: All art belongs to their respective owners. None of the art used in this story is mine. But, this storyline is my original piece.) <<less

Inspired By The Last Orellen & Mother of Learning... more>>

According to the once-in-a-millennium prophecy, the Time God's end draws near. But with the power to see endless possibilities, he was able to find one future where he may have the slightest chance at survival. He splits his divine essence into seven beings across the countless realms in hopes of averting fate.

Darian, a young hunter in a small village, meets a gruesome end. But when he awakens 24 hours in the past, he realises that his life is not so simple. With gods in pursuit, Darian will do anything to protect his family, even if it means meddling with the space-time continuum itself.

The Mark of the Hidden is a long, character-focused epic fantasy progression webnovel. It's about a boy's journey to become a god.

What you can expect:

• smart protagonist

• slice of life, lots of it

• slow-burn and I mean really really slow

• multiple worlds & cultures

• different types of magic

• old-school epic fantasy

Cross posting on Royal Road <<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