Trickster fairies and deceptive lovers. Foul betrayal and brutal murders. Stolen moons and monstrous beasts. The stories within these pages take place during darkest midnight... more>> and under the ethereal light of the moon. Darkness & Moonlight is a Speculative Fiction anthology featuring the works of the members of the Worldsmyths writing community. This international group of authors has come together to explore what dangers lurk under the cover of darkness. <<less

In the shadowy streets of Talvine Vari, skilled thief William Black is sent on a risky heist. When complications arise, he seeks refuge with a mysterious healer named Lira. Together, they decide to help a besieged village, leading to a partnership forged in the heat of battle and the discovery of William's newfound magical abilities. As they journey forward, their bond grows stronger.... more>>

This is my own original story, I'll be publishing this novel soon and just wanted to get some feedback. If popular, I will continue to upload to this site. <<less

With Ol' Praeterita at its most dangerous peak, Alarki must leave safety to seek it somewhere else. It would have been a lot easier if... more>> his life wasn't at stake and if he would be able to stay out of trouble for once. With Truett's help and a hand from Elliot, they fall to the great depths of what shouldn't be survivable. Many supernatural events arise with only one explanation: Alarki's ancestors. Apparently, they don't have much time to spare before the place they get to collapses. Will they be able to make it out alive before it does? And if so... does everyone make it out alive? <<less

This is the story of Isaac Dorn; the man tasked with making a highly illegal delivery across the country in order to save his own skin. This certainly isn’t the kind of job Isaac would normally take, but since the bombings began three years ago, there isn’t a lot of work for a man like him anymore. And with loan sharks breathing down his neck, it seems he has run out of options.... more>>

The journey was predicted to last just under two weeks, but with danger around every corner, Isaac discovers that things don't always go to plan. <<less

Not too serious of a story, just sometimes gonna write in this when I'm thinking about *him* (Dylan). He is a roguish man who is... more>> balding but he acts like he isn't, and flips his hair over his head to hide it. He is a pathetic meow meow and he knows it, although he will try to impress people by acting sneaky. And he will pick your locks within your eyesight, but won't steal unless he is sure you don't see him. But of course you know he took it, you just saw him eyeing that jewel. Does he fight well? Uh, yeah, if he prepares enough. But overwhelmed and with only his dagger? Well, he might get some stabs in, but the man isn't a swashbuckler or a fighter by any means. Watch him get his teeth kicked in over a misunderstanding at a bar or gamble away an adventure's earnings in a single game and then make at least enough back to buy a drink and go to sleep. But don't underestimate him because between using poisons and powerful scrolls, he is most deadly when prepared and using a bow. He may not have many spells either but enough to do some damage. A rogue is as strong as the tools at his disposal, after all. And who says he can't talk to lost souls too? As a treat. Oh yeah, he looks middle aged but the man is 28. <<less

Shifter. Thief. Crew leader.... more>>

These are not Kildare Wingard's greatest secrets. There's something that he hasn't even told his teammates—that six months ago, he married their greatest rival, Serene, fellow shifter and thief. Because he loves her. Because she came to him for help.

Before he can figure out a way to explain himself to the people he thinks of as family—and before he can rid himself of the nagging doubt that Serene is just using him—another problem rears its head. The team is hired by a secret employer. The task seems simple enough. All they have to do is steal a small treasure box from a museum. Kildare has everything accounted for.

Except for betrayal from one of his own team members.

Forced to choose between keeping his secrets, or being sold into slavery alongside the ones he loves, Kildare agrees to go after his former teammate and retrieve the treasure box. But in doing, Kildare and his crew find themselves embroiled in a deadly rivalry between two crimelords. Kildare is left desperate to keep his team, and his marriage, together—even when all their secrets and doubts threaten to destroy them.

Thief By Trade updates weekly. If you're interested in early access to more chapters, please visit reamstories.com/hatitus for more information! <<less

When one chance encounter goes wrong, a teen finds herself in the center of a state-wide scandal.

After a traumatic childhood event that resulted in the loss of her father, Anya Heddon made a promise to herself: she would bring justice to... more>> the downtrodden. She would demand the Verdant Baron fulfill his oaths to the people he ruled. Over a decade later, she finally found her chance. Her strategy: confront the baron during his thirtieth birthday celebration and reveal his failures in front of the entire court. What she didn’t plan for was the irresistible gatekeep barring her path, a man confined by his own secrets and obligations. Thus begins a cat and mouse tale between a daring rogue with dreams to change the world and the man who would cage her. A tale of the poisons that can both heal and harm: Foxglove and Wormwood <<less

This is just another Isekai LitRPG story, where our protagonist will overcome the difficulties of a newborn, grow up to defeat monsters and judge villains, level up, gain skills that make him cold and serious, and save beautiful women in distress.... more>>

I just twisted it a bit. <<less

Lai and Nia are a criminal duo on a mission to retrieve ancient artifacts that remain scattered and hidden around the world, but when one... more>> of their thieves hired to retrieve an enigmatic artifact at the Daheidas shrine disappears and the other ends up dead, She and her companion decide to take matters into their own hands and travel beyond the ancient wall separating the ruins of the past with the present world to find out what happened at the site of the incident. <<less

Enter the enchanting world of Yeonhwa, a realm where ancient magic and timeless traditions converge and embark on an extraordinary journey through time and memory... more>> in this captivating tale. Follow Ji-Yeon and her companions as they navigate a world where past and present intertwine, and destinies are rewritten. From the echoes of forgotten memories to the enigmatic powers of a medallion, immerse yourself in a story where regression holds the key to uncovering hidden truths and changing the course of fate. Join them on a quest that transcends time itself, and prepare for a narrative that unravels the threads of the past while unveiling the mysteries of the future.
"Serpent's Song: Chronicles of the Moonlit Realm" is a tapestry of magic and courage, a tale of heroes rising against the encroaching darkness. Lose yourself in a world where captivating characters, intricate world-building, and the eternal battle between light and shadow ignite a spellbinding series. Get ready to be transported into a realm of wonder, where the serpentine melody of destiny beckons-will you heed its call?" <<less

With Keenin's new power to control fire, everyone wants him on their side. A holy knight wants to train him, an enemy army wants to... more>> capture him, fate wants to make him the hero, and the death god wants him dead. <<less

Coming out of the shadows is a task as difficult as it is disconcerting... more>>

Many paths to follow but none seem to have light in the end

Warning: Very bad English .... <<less

the human realm is as normal as it gets but an organization that has existed from the beginning of time isolates a terrible truth, the bitter truth of all that has existed is nothing more than just an illusion,
demons are known to have a history with wars, as far as the eye could see the demon realm had been a target of massacre, disorder, destruction, and chaos,... more>>

as history repeated itself justice and evil against each other gave birth to endless wars since demons existed finally both rulers of the two kinds of demons established peace together and just when there was hope for a new beginning tragedy struck! and so...

In the present era the entire criminal world aka "The Underworld" is the property of Devel aka "Then King Of Criminals", since the mysterious disappearance of their ruler the unholy demons serve a supernatural being with god-like abilities known as "The Dark Lord", who declares a universal war, thus the universe is moving towards another war for some may call it "THE FINAL ORDER"
the only thing that ensures anyone their victory is "The Holy Blade Of Gizel", and so everyone strove for it

leaving the poor naive humankind unaware of the coming war
however, as they all thought that they had it all... the blade was revealed to be in the possession of...

and that's just the start! <<less

Every few centuries, a beastkin tribe resting in the furthest reaches of the cold north is blessed with a rare, ancient bloodline. They are beings of immense strength said to wield powers from the very infernos of the underworld. ... more>>

Melantha, a hellhound beastkin of the Kordigna tribe, was not gifted these powerful traits alongside her three sisters. Her flames are mere embers in comparison. Her claws are dull and malformed. Her strength, while superior to most humans, is but a fraction.

All she inherited was the ferocity of her kind.

Shunned by her people and seen as a mockery delivered by their goddess, Melantha discards her contrived status to explore the world. After meeting a mysterious contact, she learns that perhaps there is something more to her – something beyond her supposedly-deficient abilities.

Melantha's journey leads her to Sarkest, a grand city ruled by cutthroat nobility, corrupt politicians and a sophisticated criminal underbelly. Here is where she will stake her claim in a land of violent conquerors.
For Melantha, there is something special about a brutal kill, but there is also a whimsical satisfaction in a battle of wits.

Her motto: “Kill with brutal efficiency.”
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My second project alongside "Hovestile Project: Beastkin of GRIM." My first foray into some of these tags with a focus on violence.
You can support my work on Patreon. It contributes to goals for more content and art commissions. If you think other readers might enjoy the story, then please spread the word. :) A lot of time goes into each chapter. I will likely dedicate more time to this if people seem to enjoy it.
Discord server: https://discord.gg/Z6BGvZS <<less

Aegis's life was far from smooth. His parents had left him to fend for himself on the streets. And Palla, his sister, was on the brink of death. He thought his life couldn't get any worse...... more>>

That is, until he was thrust into an encounter with a cursed being. A fight to the death. But even after he returned to his world. He noticed something. It had changed.

This is a story about Aegis. And his travels through his ruined apocalyptic world, strengthening himself, forming connections, but most importantly, finding Palla. <<less

Fenimore rode into Hope Springs on a drunken horse and wearing a dead man's poncho. He carried two guns and seven coins: six grimy ones for the six men who’d taken from him and the seventh for the woman he’d loved, who’d sold him out for a future full of dollars.... more>>

He was looking for work. What he found was a feud. He made himself useful. <<less

Every little girl's dream is to become a beautiful princess and marry a handsome prince charming but that could not be said for the socialite Baek Nancee, the heiress to BaekShin Group was born into the 0.1% wealthy class of the country with brains, beauty and business acumen that was on par with her male counterparts. Her anti-social personality drove men away.... more>>

Jo Haleex a corporate spy, had his hearts set on stealing confidential information from BaekShin Group and selling to the highest bidder but what he didn't expect was to have his heart stolen by a woman that could never love another. What will it take to open the heart of the ice princess?
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An original Korean novel. See You Tomorrow ( other names: Taming the Lawless Mogul Princess, Held Hostage by the Billionaire Heiress) is copyrighted 2020 by AriaKang. All rights reserved. <<less

Recruit monster girls. Build my base.
And rob the world blind.... more>>

When a snake bite ruins my day, the last thing I expected was to learn that I had magical powers.

Not only was I a snake shifter, but there was a shadowy group of killers who were already searching for me.

Here I thought I was just a disillusioned college student.

Now a strange organization wants to kill me, a crippled guild master wants me to rebuild his former home, and a bunch of monster girls need my protection.

Luckily, the girls’ unique races give them abilities that we can use to our advantage. With their help, my own skills, and a questionable moral compass, we’ll become the most successful thieves guild in history.

***Monster Girl Thieves Guild is an Urban Fantasy Harem Heist with base building, pickpocketing, lockpicking, lying, stealing, running from authority figures, taking from the rich, giving to the poor, you know. That sort of thing. Oh, and monster girls. Lots of hot monster girls with unique talents and abilities, both magical and… physical.***

I've already published this book but decided to branch out and release it for free! If you want to read the rest before all chapters have been posted, you can find the ebook here (https://www.amazon.com/Monster-Girl-Thieves-Guild-Building-ebook/dp/B09MV75NJG/) or you can subscribe to my patreon and get the ebook for free! <<less

Imagine a place where the cruel, the wicked, and the merciless go when they die.... more>>

No, not some desolate landscape filled with lava and the wails of tortured sinners. Think of a city. A sprawling metropolis where monsters and men alike are drawn from every corner of the multiverse. Unlike the afterlife of peace and plenty offered to their law-abiding counterparts, the poor souls that are drawn to this mecca of malevolence spend their eternity doing contract work for a Demon Prince in the name of spreading chaos and sowing discord throughout the infinite planes.

This is the City of Lies. Some call it The Hub of Evil.

Dalthan Sol'Magor, a young talented thief who lost his life in a freak accident should fit right in here. Except he doesn't. You see, Dalthan is convinced that he doesn't belong here. Stealing gold from nobles and conning grandmothers out of their pensions isn't evil. At least not in his mind. A bit of theft, a dash of extortion, even a spot of murder are just examples of moral flexibility. That's all.

So what's a dead man to do? Reform his evil ways and prove the great cosmic powers wrong. After all, the only real difference between good and evil is a slight tip of the scales.

[ Tipping the Scales is full of evil people doing evil things. There are no heroes here and precious few redeeming qualities. If that doesn't sound like your jam, I encourage you to turn away now. However, if you're in the market for bad people behaving badly with a comedic spin, you've come to the right place.] <<less

A Carpet has settled over the island world of Alinov and beneath it are two realms. Diran is a thief, raised in the crowded mill district of the lower realm; Thizen is the tyrant princess of the upper realm. Their meeting sets in motion revelations that will test the loyalties of class and the goodness of the heart.... more>>

All comment and critique is welcome.

Reposted to Royal Road under the same username. <<less

A collection of Fantasy genre short stories focusing on the misadventures of a legendary thief and treasure hunter, known far and wide as The Lizard.... more>> Stories to include a healthy dose of graphic smut and possibly an occasional dash of violence. Set in the same fantasy world as my Wyrm's Curse story. <<less

Since the dawn of humanity we have prospered. Our intelligence is second to none. But our emotions are also nearly impossible to handle. Since the... more>> first murderer in history thousands of years ago. Gates have formed from severe emotions and as such abilities to take on the Gates have also appeared. However, it is ones character that develops their abilities. The stronger ones character the stronger ones abilities and the type of 'hunter' the become. In the year 2023 19 year old, Kim Jugeum, is awakened as a Thief and is trying to keep himself afloat while trying to keep his entire family with him. Until one day he is stuck in a Dungeon with someone suspicious... someone with a system. <<less

Gods are real. All of them. Every Race and Species you ever dreamt of, or woke up screaming in fear of is real. All things that creak in the closet, breathe under the bed, and peer from the darkness are real. As is magic.... more>>

And all of that is very old news.

What isn't though is that someone or something started collecting heads of Gods and Demigods. Can a group of extremely morally compromised misfits brought together by a wish for atonement, love, the possibility of the huge payday, and good, old-fashioned revenge fix this, or just punt us into nothingness even faster?

Only one way to find out. <<less

Conrad Cooper was an underachiever. No job. No prospects. Just a natural talent for taking things that weren’t his. But his thieving ways finally caught up with him after a simple cash grab went awry. After plunging a hundred feet into a watery grave, he’s given a second chance in a new world.... more>>

His penchant for stealing landed him a rookie position in the Lurchroot guild’s rookie team of Dungeon Runners. Connor’s new job: go into rival guilds’ dungeons, kill their bosses and make it out with their treasure. However, other guilds won’t make it easy. Traps, monsters and ever-changing dungeon layouts make getting the loot a deadly endeavor.

With the risk of life and limb come rewards beyond anything Conrad could have claimed back on Earth. In Igitah, successful Dungeon Runners are hailed - and paid - like celebrities, in addition to the loot and levels they gain from their adventures.

And that’s why rival guilds are willing to do whatever it takes to ensure that their competitors don’t get that luxury, even through means beyond their dungeon walls.

For once, Conrad’s thieving will be what saves his life. <<less