In "False Positives", benevolent aliens grant humans' wishes. But their understanding of human psychology is imperfect...... more>>

In "Going Public", a couple who've encountered wild magic reject the idea that "no one would possibly believe us" and decide to tell everyone about their experience.

In "The Doorman", a sorcerer buys a slave to test a new spell on, and suffers the consequences.

In "Homesick", a family returns home from an outing to find that home isn't there anymore.

"Perrmission Slip" showcases a future where middle school children spend a semester as the opposite sex to learn about gender issues.

And many more... <<less

A Steampunk/ Gaslamp Fantasy Romance set in the industrial revolution era of a fictional world.... more>>

Magic, mad science, multicultural ambience, and political intrigue all tightly laced up into one corset and powered by the steam of two romances - one F/M and one M/M.

Intended for mature audiences, 18+.

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All creations carry a trace of the maker's ethereal energy, whether deliberately placed in the magical Artifacts made by the Alchemists, or unwittingly left in the handiwork of ordinary people.

Kazia can feel that energy, in both machines and people. She may not be able to do any of the grand magic other Alchemists can, but give her a damaged machine and she can trace its energy to the problem, and know precisely how to repair it. She does have one other ability. One far more dangerous. One she will never acknowledge, and will never use.

Fleeing her villainous father rather than becoming his pawn, Kazia finds a peaceful life on a farm in a neighboring country, where no one knows that she is the daughter of Prince Gorvan Devratha. But with war looming between her birth country of Valesk and her new home in Caedra, how long can that peaceful life last?

She can be safe in the Caedran capital, among the Queen's Alchemists, but will anyone there trust her – especially the handsome but embittered Lord Kelvaran Meratha, who suspects Kazia's father of murdering his family?

Abrizhen is Kazia's older brother. He does his best to play the role of the Prince's good son and heir, but when tasked with retrieving his wayward sister, he must return to the city he'd called home for many of his youthful years. There he'll have to reckon with his past, and finally choose between the life of a dutiful prince, or the welfare of his sister – and the rekindling of an old flame.

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Content/ Mature warnings are on for:

Gore: Nothing terribly extreme. Some bleeding wounds and broken bits, but all limbs remain attached and all innards remain inward.

Sexual Content: It's not all smut all the time, but there is some. I aim for not vague but also not overly lewd. Smut chapters are labeled NSFW. Chapters with very brief smut or just some torrid making out or somesuch are labeled NSFW-ish. All on-screen depictions are consensual, but there are a few passing references to noncon having happened off-screen (not to any MCs).

Strong Language: One character really loves to swear, and could probably construct an entire monologue with just various inflections of the F word. So, yeah, that's on too.

Other CWs: Dark themes (abuse, trauma, ptsd, depression, unhealthy coping mechanisms). Mostly in discussions of past events, but there are a few scenes that may be troubling to some readers. <<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

When a pilot with no name breaks through a rift to a dying world, he and his experimental fighter-plane become the only things in the way of a horrific army of monsters that is marching to burn down the mystical world tree and kill its keeper as the final symbol of their grim victory.... more>>

What happens when an emotionless killer is transported to another place, when a man who was trained to hunt in the skies above barren ash-lands now becomes the last protector of the perfect garden below instead?

What happens when a soldier with as much blood on his hands as engine grease must find a way to live together with a peaceful incarnation of nature itself — a dryad — in order to save the last sparks of life on her fading world from a series of invasions that never seem to end?
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The one-thousand year crisis has begun.

The world tree, towering up toward the heavenly skies, is the greatest beacon of resilience and peace that there is. Saturated with deeply set, ancient magical energies, it is the most powerful source of ambient, restorative magic that the dying world has ever known. Guarded solely now by its last pacifistic caretaker, a forest dryad, it seems inevitable that it will soon be destroyed with nobody around who is strong enough to protect it from the steadily approaching danger.

Rising from the shadows, horrific monsters from forgotten eras tear through the world in the steadily growing waves of their invasion, breaking free from their ancient prisons deep below its surface as they rampage and destroy the cities of men, elves, and all the other races of the many continents. Filled with nothing but an intent to kill, the system-manifested hordes march toward the last garden in order to bring about the end of the last era.

As one nation after the other falls, everything seems lost, until fate intervenes and a rift between worlds opens, bringing in the only hope the many nations, the sacred tree, as well as its peace-loving caretaker, have against the endless tide of blood and fangs — a transmigrated war pilot, flying an experimental combat aircraft, the Jagdflugzeug-09 'Kestrel'.

Is this one man enough to stop the monster invasions, which grow stronger and stronger with every subsequent wave? Can the pilot with no name carry the fate of the world upon his wings, or can he only watch from above as the fires of the apocalypse reach up to the sky to consume him as well before the fall of final darkness?

Find out in this latest novel by trending litRPG and fantasy author D.M. Rhodes!
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What to expect: LitRPG, Progression, A fighter pilot MC in an isekai fantasy world, A system-modified warplane, A dryad companion, Relationship growth, War, Defense, Monster invasions, Base/home building, Settlement building, A little slice of life, Air travel, Dog-fighting with dragons, Guns vs. monsters <<less

A young orphan works hard every single day, trying to single-handedly keep his parents’ business alive, all the while tortured by a terrible curse.... more>>

Then came the day that a wizard became his mentor - and he learned that his entire life was a lie… His parents didn’t just die, they were brutally murdered; he was not cursed at all; his uncle was not in fact his uncle; and he could channel magic! Struggling to rise above the tragedy of his horrific past, he is now thrown into an entirely new world.

Day by day he must push himself to catch up with his new peers, learning the secrets of this vast new world, while studying the arts of combat, weapons, and magic!

Where do his strengths lie? What are his talents? Is he strong enough to overcome the obstacles in his way?

And why is he considered so unique?

The secrets of the academy, of the missing ambassador, of the hidden dragons, and of the empires and kingdoms marching to war in the east - all have been hurled into an abyss so deep that they should never be found.

Yet Yaric grew up in the abyss, and watching his new world get dragged down by the secrets, Yaric is forced to plunge right back in. But as Yaric already knows, staring into the abyss is easy. Falling in is effortless. Rising back out however, that may not be possible at all!

Only for those who want more than a brief synopsis...
What to expect:

The mc is kind of overpowered, but not in a typical way. And definitely not in an obvious way. He does get more overpowered as the story develops though. Again, not in a normal way.

Yaric is central, but many side characters are very important. The world doesn’t revolve around him.

There will not be any training montages. Power is gained through effort, and training and learning is part of the journey. Some will likely consider the story ‘slow burn’ – the mc is discovered to have magical potential, and then spends many years studying. Lore is revealed as the mc learns. The journey is the story.

The mc’s journey will include training missions, fulfilling appeals (effectively ‘adventuring’), diplomatic missions, small scale skirmishes and large-scale wars encompassing multiple nations. Mysteries and crimes will have to be solved along the way. There will be monsters, creatures hiding in the dark, and apocalyptic behemoths. Oh, and there will be dragons. Very important dragons. They’re coming!

There will be combat, martial arts, different kinds of magic, and various forms of crafting. Different nations have different cultures; politics, trade, and wars between them are important. Battles aren't just groups of soldiers slugging it out. Ok, sometimes they are...

It might take a while to get there, but there are overarching plots over and above the minor plots and story arcs. The main plot starts right at the beginning.

The world:

It's less medieval and more Roman Empire/Ancient China, if they both had magic and 1000’s of years of extra development. Just like they had occupations such as administrators, secretaries, lawyers, architects, acrobats, firemen and accountants, so too does Malvec and the surrounding nations. The sapient population includes humans, elves, dwarves, draugr and lichs. Wildlife includes ogres and vardøgers, trolls and gnolls, hellcats and nightwing bats. And much more!

Technology is more advanced, due to 2 main differences between those empires and nations like Malvec
Time: Civilization has been around longer - by thousands of years. Mass production is common. Assembly lines have been developed. Various forms of schools and education are widespread. Steam power, internal combustion engines and electricity are practically the only things missing. Essentially power generation and storage.
Food: Mages drastically enhance food production, making populations both larger and more diverse. A much larger % of the population take up other jobs.

Chapters on Saturdays. <<less

A hero summoning circle. An inevitable death. A magical contract. ... more>>

When a dimensional portal opened and an army of monsters invaded Earth, Kalysto Luna’s life was turned upside down.

Awakening with magic, and zero mana, a violet-colored window appeared before her:

[Do you want to survive?]

But survival means so much more than she could’ve predicted. In enemy territory, Kalysto will discover what she can do as a dual-system user. And what she was meant to become.

She thought that going to another world would be safer... She was wrong.

“Don't trust anyone... not even yourself."

Release Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. (GTM-5)

Please note: English isn’t my native language, so I’m sure I have some linguistic blind spots. Any feedback is more than welcome but please go easy on me.

Extra Tags: survival, skills, levels, dungeons, classes, professions, portals, other races, adventures, weak-to-strong characters, betrayals, magic, gods. <<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

Benjamin wasn’t reincarnated to another world as a reward for a life well lived. Instead, he and his friends were summoned by heartless strangers, and changed by powers beyond their understanding to become nothing but tools. Now using a broken system, he must attempt to navigate a strange fantasy world while otherworldly magic slowly burns away everything he is in an attempt to save his friends and find a way home.... more>>

Expect lots of: A broken system, a strange high fantasy world, magic-as-coding metaphors, brutal combat, emotional trauma and not much in the way of romance.

Book 1 has been stubbed as is now exclusively available at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CRFZS8P6
Book 2 has been stubbed as is now exclusively available at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CW1KRQML <<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

Ever since the beginning of time, the great veil has existed to separate the Enchanted Races and Humanity, ensuring neither would know the other existed.... more>>

However, for unknown reasons, this bulwark that had protected both sides from the other, has lifted.

War almost immediately erupted, and with it, each side fighting to not be extinguished from the annals of history.

As such, the former general and princess turned sellsword Thalia Nichole Marsona continues to seek a solution to end the war, even if she her nation no longer recognizes her. With her, a artificer of magical proportions turned black market arms dealer running from the lands of the Enchanted Races, named Mahal Alka, must find his place in a new world, hoping his new found protector doesn't end up killing him for a hefty bounty.

Updates every Saturday Afternoon! <<less

After finding an ancient artifact, the Earth wizards accidentally opened a gate to another universe and arrived at another Earth. "Twin Realms" is the name for the two worlds that are suddenly connected. The magic users must be able to put aside their opinion differences when they realize the danger posed when the connecting gate between universes opens; they not only make the earth connected to one world, but several other worlds that are unknown are enemies or not. They founded the "Archknights," a form of unbreakable agreement to help each other if danger arises from connecting dimensions. As they help each other face the threat of the connected dimensions, they realize that there is... more>> one thing that each connected dimension has in common: They have inhabitants who can control magical powers. Without them realizing it, their magical abilities can lead them to uncover the true secrets of the universe...

(ARCHKNIGHTS is a novel that connects some of my novels).

New chapters three times a week (or more).

(All of my novels are updated alternately with my other novels. If you find that one of my novel titles hasn't been updated, please check my other novel titles that are currently being updated. Thank you!)

Hello, I would like to introduce my novel, I also have several other novels with various themes (Currently in development), all in a universe that I created, Stay tuned! (Please visit my Patreon page for more information) <<less

When Laz finally performed the last spell his missing mentor left behind, he figured his hardships were over. Unfortunately, the very next day a mineral-eating parasite known as a "dragon" appeared in his lab. Not only is it a fortune to keep fed, it's incredibly illegal! And even worse, it ate the focus he used to cast spells.... more>>

The only person he can trust? Calder. An annoying, overly-flirty knight that was assigned to watch over him and stop his experimental spells from terrorizing the town. Thankfully the knight's crush on the wizard proved useful, and the two must work together to keep the illicit creature a secret from the law, all with the limited magic and resources of their poor town.

Along the way, Laz must decide if he's willing to open up to Calder, or remain the recluse wizard he has always been.

Cover by @SANSTpx on twitter! Also available to read on Royal Road

Read up to a full month ahead on my Patreon~ <<less

Enter the world of Kyle Watkins, the most average everyday warlock he could possibly be. Who also happens to have wizard powers. His closest coworker is constantly arriving at work covered in blood and everyone besides Kyle thinks he might be a serial killer. Together they intern at The National Museum of Unnatural Science and History, where their vampire boss oversees the study, restoration, and containment of magical artifacts. As a Warlock of the Archivist, the living magical embodiment of the collection and preservation of knowledge, Kyle is ubiquitously qualified for his position. This is a good thing, because there is nothing remarkable at all about him when compared to his... more>> family of famous mages and warlocks. Kyle the Apprentice Warlock is an alternate Earth slice of life fantasy.

Kyle the Apprentice Warlock is updated with a chapter at least 1,000 words in length every Monday and Friday.

If you run out of free chapters on Scribble Hub, you can read

5 Free chapters ahead on my website https://www.warlocksinspace.com/kyle-the-apprentice-warlock

OR

10 Free chapters ahead on my Patreon https://patreon.com/WarlocksInSpace <<less

Magic binds worlds no matter how far apart they are. The kingdom of Esparia is the nexus of interdimensional travel for humanity in every universe.... more>> Valen Esparia, a brilliant and eccentric court wizard, and the king’s middle progeny, has the power to traverse realms at will. Caught off guard in a sudden attack from a neighboring kingdom, he finds himself banished and cursed to doom every world he sets foot in. With his sister caught in the crossfire, and the well of his own mana dwindled, he embarks on a journey where he must lift his curse, resurrect his sister, and save every world he travels to. <<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

Peter and Micah... orphans that only have each other...... more>>

Who soon find out who they truly are... and escape their prison...

They are set off to find an orb... that can give them true power...

To defeat the Ikes... an enemy kingdom that wants to destroy them...

They find friends among them... and enemies among them...

All in this journey... in Heatherland. <<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

James Potter returned home after his fourth-year to find a crazy old man with a lightning bolt scar on his head.
Instead of the old... more>> man telling him anything, because he is crazy of course, the old man kidnaps him and takes him to Antarctica, where he then tells of the wars to come, and how James will be the one to stop them.
While James just wants to play pranks, get some snogs, and win the Quidditch Cup he also wants to protect his friends from the dangers of the future. Even when some of them were the ones who were the danger. <<less

Welcome to Takuya High School: where the living and the undead coexist... but never collide. ... more>>

When third-year Ichinomiya Akio stumbles upon the forbidden and mysterious dark world of ghouls, his ordinary life takes a chilling turn. An unexpected encounter with a vampire high school student, Ardelean Nikolas, sets off a chain of events that will blur the lines between the living, love, and the forbidden. <<less

In the final battle against the demon lord, the world lost its hero, who died after defeating the great evil. The world should have entered an era of peace following the demon lord's demise. Instead, it plunged deeper into chaos, born from conspiracy and deceit. Now, the question remains: will the world of Solandis succumb to annihilation, or will someone rise from the hero's ashes?... more>>

Aria, a half-elf and the apothecary of the Hero's party, survived a grim fate caused by the betrayal of those she trusted. Struggling to keep her faith and hope alive, she embarks on a journey to find justice in an unjust world. However, the death of the demon lord did not mark the end of evil; another, more powerful entity took its place. Now, without the hero and her friends, Aria must confront her fears as she navigates a world plunged into constant darkness. <<less

It's a recipe for disaster, a Slytherin love triangle with edges so sharp someone's bound to bleed to death.
Insidious secrets, broken hearts, a breakneck... more>> Quadrivial Tournament, a dystopian Wonderland, and the possibility of a whirlwind true love.
Beloved Emerald Princess of Ireland and Diamond of the year, Audette Bellarose, must decide and quickly, which noble suitor shall covet the immense honor of taking her hand?
British born dare-devil Draco Malfoy, or Italian sweetheart Theodore Nott?
Her father's enchanted monocle glows evermore crimson in the shadows as procrastination carries on, threatening certain annihilation.
And something else quite serpentine lurks in the darkness as well...behind mirrors, and within the sleeves of those most trusted.
Time is ticking: Audette is arguably late for a very important date. She's only eighteen, but will end up a dejected spinster in a few measly years.
However, having never had the chance to explore an identity outside of the pureblood court's deeply ingrained talons, suffocating corsets and strangling ribbons, she won't be much good at making this monumental choice for her future...that is, until freedom is first discovered in an unexpected form. <<less

Kepler Eclipse Shadowflame has had his immense innate magical power suppressed from infancy by his noble family of spies. For eighteen years, the Shadowflames have kept Kepler's abilities hidden, seeking to protect him from those who would exploit his rare gift as a magical "bloomchild."... more>>

But when a mandatory magical aptitude test at the prestigious Arcane Legion Institute exposes Kepler's true nature, his life takes an unexpected turn. Suddenly, he finds himself enrolled at the institute, thrust into a world he never knew existed, and forced to confront the very thing his family sought to shield him from.

At the institute, Kepler must not only wrestle with his newfound abilities but also navigate friendships, romance, and the advances of a persistent mentor. But when Kepler foils the plans of the Magisterium too many times he reignites a long-standing war. To save his nation, he must harness his full potential and confront the Magisterium, risking everything in a bid to end the war for good. Yet not all is as it seems...
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I may go back and edit chapters, if I do there will be an author's note stating this fact.
Images will be done mostly by AI unless I credit my artist.
I might make a discord if people show interest.
Currently only hosted on Scribblehub.com if you find this elsewhere it is stolen.
Fan art is welcome!
Comments and feedback is greatly appreciated! <<less

Beatrix Blackwood is a lonely 16 year old girl with a secret. That all changes when she meets a boy, Avery Ashford, a new student... more>> at the prestigious Greystone Academy who also has a few secrets of his own. Romance, magic, mystery and betrayal all unfold in a quietly unassuming town in New Jersey. <<less

The Second Book of Fate in his hand, Hans found a new strength but it came with a great price, his father, desecrated and now among the ranks of enemy as the undead King. Hans now has to pave a way to free his father however troubles seem to have various ways to ruin his plans. A rising rival, depleting wealth and a nation to look after, just how much his tiny shoulders could bear and if that wasn't enough, a civil war in Clandor is dragging the whole world into it.... more>>

Scheduled Release - 01/07/24 <<less

Escaping her hard life by getting admitted to Academia of Magic and Mythical Arts, Reya finally gets some long desired stability and control over her life. With her current circumstances, she could only afford one hot meal a day, and even that was a struggle to maintain. Her hope was that, as she progressed through her studies and began to harness magic more efficiently, her body would demand less sustenance. And if she could successfully make it to her third year at the Academia in two weeks, both lodging and food would finally become free. Little does she know that it is just the lull before the storm of events set in motion long before... more>> she came into this world.

There is a game at play and she does not know the rules or see the players cloaked in shadows, looming and waiting.

Is her resolve and soul strong enough to endure the betrayals, dangerous knowledge, and path carved out for her? Or will she be just a grain of sand under the bigger player's foot! Should she flip the table? She certainly has the guts for it. If she does, how will the cards fail? <<less