In Atelier City, an artistic haven filled with technological marvels, lies a netherworld where monsters dwell. These monsters embody the dreams of humanity, their greatest hopes and worst fears. Allen Lee, an ordinary young artist, stumbles into this realm by accident. He soon encounters an odd woman said to be a potential inheritor of the title, "Grim Reaper".... more>>

Discovering that a group of chosen heroes of the netherworld have sided with the threat they were meant to defeat, Allen and the Grim Reaper’s inheritor decide to confront them as a team of part-time supernatural investigators hunting down mythic entities and prophetic art pieces that may be the key to solving their problems. However, can an unchosen one and one chosen for darkness go against heroes guided by fate itself? <<less

The world of Heroes and Villains is one known to all, the world that has become the status quo. For generations, Quirks have dominated the world, and those born with one seem to pick the same roads, Heroes, and Villains.... more>>

What the world doesn't understand, is that another exists, one hiding right before their eyes. Seen yet unnoticed, felt but untouched. For Izuku Midoriya, he'd find that world, one ruled by the Spirits, and the gods. One such god, Inari, will see it through with the young man until the very end.

Join Izuku on his journey into the Spirit World, and watch as he grows from a Quirkless boy into a savior that both the Spirit and Human Worlds will need. Yet he is not alone, a girl named Kyoka Jiro and a man named Tenko Shimura guide him on this path, for what is a new world without friends?

And as the gods aid him on his journey, Izuku may yet realize that some lives, even those from beyond his world, deserve to be saved no matter the cost. He will face happiness and anguish. Hope, and despair. Love, and betrayal.

Izuku will face it all, not just for his friends, not for his family, but for all living things, human and spiritual. He will strive forward, for the sake of Spirited Posterity. <<less

In a realm where gods and angels reign, the story unfolds with Mors, an Angel of Death, who is devoted to Kieran, the mighty God of Death. Mors takes on the sacred duty of guiding departed souls to their rightful afterlives. However, the weight of his responsibilities begins to take its toll on him. Amid a tragic event that shakes the city to its core, Mors finds himself overwhelmed by his emotions.... more>>

In the midst of his struggle, Mors unexpectedly crosses paths with Aurora, a skilled psychologist. Aurora becomes Mors' beacon of hope as she helps him navigate the intricate landscape of his own emotions. Together, they embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing.

Meanwhile, Nexus, the arrogant God of Fate, revels in his role of uniting couples in the tapestry of fate. With a sense of superiority over other gods, Nexus particularly looks down upon Kieran and the Angels of Death. As the city of Tangburg grapples with consecutive tragedies, Kieran and Mors find themselves thrust into a desperate quest to uncover the root cause of the escalating chaos.

When Nexus becomes deeply entangled in the investigation. He must confront his own past prejudices and set aside his arrogance to collaborate with Kieran and Mors. Together, they strive to bring an end to the malevolence that has befallen the city, transcending their divine differences for the greater good. <<less

Set in the late 11th century, an era dominated by the religious fervour of the Reconquista and the Crusades, a young squire named Julien witnesses a new and haunting world unfurling before him. Following a fateful encounter with an enigmatic figure, Julien finds himself in possession of mysterious powers beyond his grasp, which he must wield to protect the oblivious populace from the vicious Nephilim.... more>>

Join Julien as he navigates a treacherous landscape filled with ancient arcane arts, political intrigue, and conflicts between kingdoms. This low fantasy, mythic story is one of unwavering loyalty, ambition, violence, and the power of promises, heavily inspired by Iberian myths and folk tales.

The story has progressed further with more chapters available on Royal Road, where I also post interesting trivia about the creatures, legends, and myths that inspire my story. If you're interested, I invite you to check it out! (https://www.royalroad.com/fiction/77361/enochian-chronicles) <<less

“Lying deep within Alistar’s kingdom is a power said to rule the world. At least that's what everyone believes... and why they chose to betray me.” Having lived a pitiful life, Cassian tragically perishes along beside his unrequited love interest, becoming swept away into the protagonist role of his unfinished webnovel, "The Water God and his Silver Dragoness.” A place where gods are worshiped, kingdoms collide to fight for an old ancient power, and spirits cause mayhem in the streets.... more>>

Leon is quite the flirtatious and eccentric person that Cassian was infatuated with in the real world, however, Leon is only a side character here. The notorious leader cares for this world’s most powerful characters and Cassian is the heir of Alistar’s kingdom with the male lead constantly falling into his lap, but despite being given a second chance, his new life as Crown Prince seems to be spiraling out of control. The script keeps changing, characters are developing beyond their existing roles, and this world seems to want to watch the downfall of their main protagonist. <<less

A girl who sees ghosts. A magic out of control. A group hellbent on destroying what they’re afraid of. ... more>>

Maddie can see ghosts and for that she is sent to a mental institution. Maddie Johnson is sent to a mental institution because she talks to people who aren’t there. She insists that they’re ghosts. Just as she thinks she’s convinced the doctors that she is fine now, a dark-haired ghost with dreamy brown eyes rushes in and ruins everything.

She is sent to a halfway house that helps people with mental illness assimilate back into society. But then she hurts someone using magic she didn’t know she possessed. Now she has a new problem. She will have to learn to control her magic.

She discovers that the town has secrets of its own and there are people going missing. How far are people willing to go to destroy what they are afraid of? Maddie and her handsome spirit might just find out first-hand.

© 2024 Susan McKenzie. All rights reserved. <<less

If you would prefer to listen ~
I am releasing audiobook versions
of the main series for free on YouTube:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_5cQ7cXjB8S4oVUEmTKye0oYTSJiCsLg&si=zwBVXN64COHhOcvZ... more>>

Rumble: https://rumble.com/playlists/UDHGjX-w7sY

and Odysee: http://odysee.com/CGS1

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~ Abracadabra ~

Aloha, and welcome to The Garden.
My name is Bagheera and I’m the narrator.

These stories are all “fictional”,
so there’s no need to go around
insisting that the people, places and events
described here are “real”
like the mythical Russian mystic ~ Anastasia;
even if you feel particularly moved by them.

Regardless of their purely coincidental
similarity to any real person or situation,
these stories have an explicit purpose,
which does not hinge upon whether or not
they can be verified by historical record.

The purpose of these stories is to illustrate
ways of living and being that differ greatly
from those to which humanity
~ in the so-called “developed”
and allegedly “civilized” world ~
has grown accustomed.

The heroes in these tales are simply
Men and Women who have discovered
~ and moved into alignment with ~
The Laws of Nature.

Through communion with this Cosmic Law,
and devoted Service to All Life,
they have brought peace
to their lives and to their world.

My intent in sharing these stories
is that they may inspire you
as they have inspired me:

“To Learn and Grow Stronger,
All Ways and Eternally.”

~ Blessings. ~ <<less

Returned to her body after a century and a half, the vampire Sulis struggles to adjust. The threads of her old life weave around her... more>> while she searches for her ancient home. Her new vision for her people is filled with teething problems. All the while, the lies told in service to her new start begin to unravel. Her journey toward accepting the bitter truths of her past and their vile consequences will reveal an even darker threat that looms in the world beyond this one. And all the while, the machinations of those who were forgiven continue to erode all she worked for. Leaving the cave was just the beginning. Now the supernatural world must face the fire. <<less

Introduction 1:
"There are many legends and stories about werewolves and vampires, dragons and elves, spirits and demons, but why he couldn't find any record about a being who lives, yet seems not to exist in this world?
Is this ritual dangerous? Summoning demons? Sacrificing his soul?
Luther closes his eyes tightly. Deep down, he knows what his decision is.
He needs an answer to his fifteen-year-long question."... more>>

Introduction 2:
This is a story about two children.
One was born with everything.
The other lost the only few things he had.
What will happen when the Flow of Destiny intertwines their lives?
This is a story about salvation and being saved, about life and death, about exploration and adventure, about kinship, friendship, and love.

Disclaimer:
- First story ever. Please be gentle. :D
- No sexual content. Mainly about two boys awakening their power, meeting, befriend, and travel/explore the magical worlds together.
- Has cultivation but not gonna be the main focus.
- The story takes mythical references from Greek mythology, the Bible, and Dante's Inferno, but will add, remove, and modify many different details. Please consider this as an alternate universe before reading. <<less

Below the Heavens (series)... more>>

"Fantasy Napoleon needs help to fight kill Darth Vader." 
Tongue-in-cheek tagline aside, this is a traditional high fantasy story!
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Book 1 - JiangXi (complete)

Molam longs to return home after successfully stealing from the Empire. But the enigmatic Oracle dangles it just out of reach, assigning him another task: to steal wood from the sacred World Tree from the Empire.

The task sends Molam to an Empire city on the brink of collapse, its inhabitants desperate to survive the impending Winter's Sorrow. United with a group of allies handpicked by the Oracle, Molam realizes he is the Oracle's last piece in a decades-long plan to thwart the Empire's relentless ambition to reach Heaven.

Entering the fray comes with lurking enemies, mistrust among allies, and lethal scrutiny from all sides. Continually at risk of having his lack of aura exposed, Molam relies on his wits to navigate powerful individuals with misdirection and a facade of powers. To obtain the group's help and trust, he must balance his new responsibilities against his deeper, more personal goals.

There is no synopsis for Book 2 going forward to avoid spoilers.

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Expectations:
- MC has no powers. Wits and strategy only.
- Meaty chapters averaging 3500 words.
- Expansive secondary world.
- Updates once a week! (With breaks after each interlude)

Community: https://discord.gg/2pUZR4yfTT

Come chat on Discord — I'm happy to engage with readers or other writers on writing and storytelling.

Cover art by the wonderful Kiguri: https://twitter.com/nomaismar <<less

There are tangible things in this world that anyone could see, feel, hear, or perceive in physical ways. So, what about the things that we can't interact with? Intangibles can be concepts, ideas... really just anything abstract that you wouldn't be able to have a conversation with. ... more>>

Or, at least, not without the intervention of supernatural forces. There exist those who can influence reality, and through these means, they'll personify or use the power of the intangibles for any kind of purpose.

When a pacifist with no real motivations discovers his innate skill, he is forced to contend with these unimaginable forces that threaten his teenage school life. Is it really possible to protect his reality and live a normal life without fighting back? <<less

In the world of Animalia, The High Priestess is responsible for keeping the evil spirit Verd in the void, but one day the High Priestess... more>> is killed and in order to prevent the end of the world, The Harbinger was summoned by the Great Mother, the goddess of life and protector of the tree of life that gives the world form. <<less

In a realm where the infernal flames have inexplicably frozen over, transforming Hell from a domain of fire and brimstone into a desolate icy wasteland, lies a tale of unexpected journeys and hidden destinies. Among the few who dare to traverse this frozen Hell is Snow, a young woman whose ordinary life was upended when fate pulled her from the mortal world into the depths of the underworld.... more>>

Alone in a realm far from everything she once knew, Snow navigates the treacherous ice with empathy and a mysterious ability that sets her apart. But her solitude is short-lived. Fate soon brings her together with two strangers, each with their secrets and stories, forging an unlikely alliance in the face of the unknown. Together, they embark on a journey to unravel the mysteries of Hell's transformation and challenge the very fabric of the celestial realms.

Yet, as they venture deeper into the icy heart of the underworld and beyond, Snow and her companions find themselves pursued by dark forces. Unbeknownst to Snow, her arrival in Hell has set events that threaten the balance between Heaven and Hell, making her a target for entities seeking to maintain, exploit, or upend this balance.

Bound by an ancient oath and driven by a destiny she is only beginning to understand, Snow's quest is one of discovery, duty, and the pursuit of destiny against the backdrop of a world turned upside down. "The Frost Maiden's Oath" is a narrative of hidden truths, the courage to face them, and the exploration of the thin line between salvation and damnation. It’s a story about the paths we find ourselves on, the allies we choose, and the relentless spirit required to confront the shadows of our worlds and of ourselves.

♥♥♥♥♥ You may find me on Royalroad.com too! https://www.royalroad.com/author-dashboard/submissions ♥♥♥♥♥ <<less

Reborn as ink, you'd think that Fate would be against you, but for Bea, that could only be father from the truth, as the Goddess... more>> of Fate grants her a system like all other creatures in the world, making her the first living object. Bea instantly befriends the witch apprentice that had accidentally created her when practicing necromancy, and the two will grow strong enough to never bow down to anyone. <<less

Do you believe in ghosts? ... more>>

Flint does, especially since he is one. But, Flint’s sense of purpose died along with him, and a century after his own death, he struggles to find meaning in his immortality. His galaxy’s interstellar war has been at a stalemate for nearly a hundred years, and nothing that Flint does in the conflict seems to make a difference.

But things change when Flint makes a shocking discovery that could give him the sense of purpose he seeks in his strange existence—a discovery so great that its mere existence could bring an end to the galaxy’s endless war.

New chapters weekly on Sundays. Also available on Royal Road and Webnovel.

Feedback is welcomed and highly appreciated! <<less

While wandering the infinite void, Nyxstella(That's me!) finds a version of Gensokyo detached from the original's story, and deciding to do what she does, begins to cause chaos in the land of the forgotten.... more>>

I do not own Touhou, ZUN does <<less

After being betrayed by her family, Alice awakens her class, Librarian of the Akashic Records, and the skill, Akashic Records, allowing her to use any... more>> skill she has come across before, whether she saw it or felt it hit her. Due to her classes nature however, she is forcefully evolved into a new race, never before seen in the world of Xyphos. <<less

In the realm of Aerinthia, where weapon spirits wield unimaginable power, a lone warrior named Aeron rises with a daring dream: to end the relentless wars that ravage the land. Armed with determination and a mysterious blade, Aeron sets forth on a journey that will test his courage and convictions to their very limits.... more>>

As Aeron delves deeper into the secrets of the weapon spirits, he uncovers a truth that could shake the foundations of Aerinthia's society. But with ancient rivalries and political intrigue threatening to crush his quest before it begins, Aeron must navigate a treacherous path where allies are scarce and enemies lurk in every shadow.

Join Aeron as he embarks on an epic adventure to reshape the fate of Aerinthia and discover the true meaning of strength in a world where the line between hero and villain is razor-thin. <<less

When one day a simple fire spirit comes across a shrine to the goddess of nature, and one would expect a fire spirit to just... more>> burn the shrine being destructive beings that hate plant life. However, instead the spirit places a burnt and charred squirrel on the shrine's altar, causing the spirit to undergo a fascinating transformation. <<less

Reborn as a spirit, Alice was at first confused why she was allowed to be reborn, but when she received a mission from the dark... more>> goddess, it all clicked for her.
[Mission from the Dark Goddess: Build your kingdom and rule over all your subjects with both compassion and strength, I'll be watching your progress, Broken Queen.] <<less

As someone came from the system of “Modern Magician”, a beast was born in a plain of souls. A so-called beast you can say.... more>>

Note: this was uploaded in webnovel but I forgot to upload it on scribblehub <<less

Iseult has died and now she must decide what comes next

The story begins with the protagonist, Sarah, inheriting an old mansion from a distant relative she never knew existed. Intrigued by the mystery surrounding her inheritance, Sarah decided to visit the mansion.... more>>

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Update one chapter weekly at Sunday 00:00 AM GMT+8 <<less

In the far flung future when all humans have digitized their minds, Glacia was being pestered by her sister to play a newly released game... more>> called Nirvana Online, after creating her character, will she become a top player? <<less

In the middle of some random forest, there’s a little boy. People say darkness follows his every step, the Numen's followers curse his knowledge, and the spirits lick their lips in anticipation of his taste. Yesterday he was just another depressed shut-in, today he is a sickly six-year-old waiting for his demise... How is this reincarnation into a parallel world any fair?!... more>>

✢Blood and corpses will appear, but it is not too flashy. <<less