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FINISHED ~11000 words Short story In the ancient, untamed forests beyond the village of Everspring, Selene is drawn by a mysterious, unrelenting call that whispers of forgotten magic and hidden truths. When she encounters Kael-a fierce yet enigmatic shifter who can transform into a dragon-her life is irrevocably altered. Bound to the forest by powers older than time, Kael warns her of the dangers lurking in the shadows, but the connection between them is undeniable, pulling them closer even as it threatens to consume them both. As Selene delves deeper into the secrets of the forest, she discovers a destiny intertwined with Kael's, one that could either save or doom them. Together, they must navigate a world of ancient forces, dark desires, and a bond that blazes hotter than dragon fire. But as passion ignites and secrets unravel, they realize that the price of their connection may be more than they're willing to pay. "Embers of Fate" is a captivating tale of love, magic, and destiny, where two souls are bound by forces beyond their control, and the flames of their passion threaten to burn everything in their path. Will Selene and Kael's bond be their salvation, or will it lead to their destruction?

Claire fights to prepare herself to fulfill an Unbreakable Promise made in the heat of the moment. A spontaneous adventure north, a catastrophic attack upon Dragonwall, and a surprising realization, all culminate into the perfect storm, bringing Claire and Talon together under unexpected circumstances. When Claire and Talon attend the long-awaited tournament's ball together, the changes between them grow difficult to count. Some decisions aren't as straightforward as others, and many require more than time and acceptance. And as far as decisions are concerned, Claire and Talon soon face the most difficult of them yet. Meanwhile, circumstances spiral out of control across Dragonwall. The Sprites secretly rally under a new and mysterious leader. The Dwargs show themselves for the first time. And unexpected help often comes from strange places. The path of the world is becoming more certain with each day, Claire must navigate it all, learning more about herself if she is to one day confront a fate that seems so certain. **Read Exclusively On ��������**

In a world where dragons and bonders once thrived, Freya serves as a lady-in-waiting in the Tenth Kingdom, Verenthia, concealing a powerful secret: she is the heir to a Hidden Kingdom that has sheltered the last of the dragons. Married to Orlo, the King of this hidden away realm, Freya balances her dual life as tensions rise. When Queen Vaella, is consumed by madness is when everything changes. Caught in the fallout, Freya must confront her true identity and the hidden legacy she is sworn to protect. As whispers of war spread across the kingdoms, Freya and Orlo must unite their forces and navigate a treacherous landscape of betrayal. With the fate of the bonders and dragons at stake, Freya discovers her formidable powers and the strength of her bond with Orlo. Together, they must rally the remaining royals and uncover the dark motives behind the Queen's descent into madness. In a race against time, Freya must embrace her destiny and lead a rebellion to reclaim her Kingdom before all is lost. In this tale of courage, identity, and the bonds of family, Freya will learn that the ultimate power lies not only in her heritage but in the choices she makes and the love that drives her.

After a disastrous climb up Half Dome in Yosemite, California -Eoin finds himself taken to a different world than the one he was born into. It's a place of fantasy. Where creatures like elves and fae live. It is also a place that holds a deep, brutal history. As an outsider, it is quite possibly the last place someone like Eoin should be. Yet, there could be a reason for his arrival. Eoin finds himself in the midst of a civil war between the most unlikely of things. Dragons. A race of human-looking beings who can take the form of true dragons. Yet, their heated war is perhaps the most deadly thing to encounter. Dragons are powerful, almost god-like and many of the brethren have proven that they cannot be allowed to run free with their immense powers. Yet, in the middle of such chaos, Eoin finds himself in the arms of a particularly powerful dragon. And the crown prince no less: Nakiirn. Despite the safety Nakiirn provides, the dangers that abound eventually sneak their way past the draconic protector and straight for the vulnerable human a long way from home.

A captive girl. A deadly competition. A kingdom built on secrets and blood. Ayla never believed in fate-only in survival. But when she and her twin sister, Wren, are ripped from their home and thrown into a world of warring kingdoms, ruthless warriors, and ancient magic, Ayla finds herself at the centre of a game where losing means death. Wren, silent but far from helpless, holds a power even she doesn't understand, one that makes her both a target and a mystery. With enemies lurking in every shadow, Ayla is willing to fight, lie, and kill to protect her. But in a world where Kings play games with mortal lives, survival may require more than just defiance. Eirik, a warrior with a dangerous past, seems just as eager to protect Ayla as he is to infuriate her. Cade, cold and calculating, hides secrets that could shatter empires. And then there's Astrid-fierce, unrelenting, and determined to make Ayla a fighter whether she likes it or not. With the Ebon Rites looming and a kingdom on the brink of war, Ayla must unravel the mysteries of her own bloodline before she and Wren become just another sacrifice in the deadly game of kings. For fans of dark fantasy, slow-burn enemies-to-lovers romance, and high-stakes intrigue, Kingdoms of Storms and Silence is a gripping tale of survival, sisterhood, and the fight to reclaim one's fate.

In a world where souls can be stolen but never replaced, love and deception become a deadly game. *** Elowyn Emberveil died at eighteen, consumed by flames that devoured her home in Grandcrest. But death wasn't the end. Rescued by the enigmatic Chooser, her soul was exiled to the Island of the Spared Souls-a purgatory for those not bound for eternal torment. Survival meant stealing: devouring human souls to inhabit their bodies. For 173 years, Elowyn has endured, her spirit trapped in the decaying body of a 90-year-old woman. When a young, radiant girl arrives on the island, Elowyn sees her salvation. Consumed by desperation, she claims the girl's soul, unknowingly seizing the body of Princess Isabel Morrow, second in line to the kingdom of Ivor. Returning to the royal city with Isabel's devoted knight-and former lover-Raven Sinclair, Elowyn finds herself entangled in a life she never wanted and emotions she's never known. As Raven's unwavering love for Isabel tugs at her fractured soul, Elowyn begins to wonder: can a thief of souls deserve redemption? But secrets can't stay buried forever. As Elowyn struggles to maintain her facade, the truth of Isabel's fate looms. What will Raven do when he learns the woman he loves is gone-and the soul he now holds close is a stranger? And what will Elowyn sacrifice to hold onto a love that was never hers to begin with?

Ravena Draven, a lonely college student haunted by the tragic loss of her family, lives in the shadow of a dangerous past. The daughter of a fallen tycoon, she is now a mere ghost in a world that wants her gone. Beneath the mortal realm lies Veythall, the Realm of the Dead, ruled by the Omen King and inhabited by reapers-beings tasked with guiding souls to their final resting place. Dante Veyne, a centuries-old reaper and the Omen King's son, has long carried out his duty without question. But when he crosses paths with Ravena, something in her tragic beauty disrupts the order of life and death. Drawn to each other against all odds, Ravena and Dante find their worlds colliding in a forbidden romance. But with forces beyond their control threatening them both, they must decide: can love conquer death, or will the laws of fate tear them apart?

In a world where power is earned through blood and fire, Thalia Veyne was never meant to survive. She had spent the last few years of her life hated for the sins of her parents. The relic etched into her skin is a constant reminder of how people viewed her, a traitor. Now she was off to what was meant to be a death sentence for most, Basgaith War College. But the deadliest danger of all is the one who she never saw coming: Xaden Riorson. He is the Rebellion's heir, a warrior forged in war, a man with shadows at his command. And from the moment they cross blades, they are drawn together. The deeper she falls, the more she realizes: some battles aren't fought with daggers and dragons. Some are waged within the heart. In a war where making the wrong decision means death, love may be the most dangerous weapon of all.

Hecate, goddess of the moon and dark magic, wants a new body and eight-summer-old savant Liandra Kergatha has the one she covets. Torn from her mother's arms, the young girl is spirited away to another world to undergo the ritual of succorunding--the creation of an avatar. Before the procedure can be completed, the temple is attacked and Liandra escapes into the city with the bindings half completed and her name and memories of her former life wiped clean. Possessing great natural skill and many hidden powers, the young girl becomes known as Wren and perseveres on her own. A decade later Wren is one of the greatest master thieves in Corwin. Unfortunately for Wren after her ordeal as a child, lost is not forgotten. Following a bloody encounter with an avatar, Hecate's baneful attention is drawn to her once again. What started with a kidnapping becomes a conflict that escalates into a war involving powerful immortals, wizards, and otherworldly creatures as Wren seeks help and wins favor with the legendary clan of the Felspars. To survive the ordeal stretched in front of her, Wren must learn her origins, befriend amazing allies, and tap into the secret powers of her birthright. Even as she rises to the challenge, she discovers Hecate isn't the only foe gunning for her...

#1 in #acourtofmistandfury A book of twisted morals, wrongful loyalties, and hidden agendas. Lexa's only hope of surviving the impending wrath of the King of Hybern, her father, is to finally trust someone other than herself. The timeline takes place around 3-4 months after ACOTAR. Chapters referencing rape, murder, and explicit sex may be triggering. Please read with caution. I do not own the ACOTAR characters mentioned in the book. But I do own the original ones: Lexa, Drak, Bancroft - and the more minor ones mentioned throughout the chapters. I have taken further inspiration from Scarlett St. Clair's A Touch of Darkness and Stephanie Myer's Twilight. More specifically, the raunchier chapters from ATOD and Jane and Alex's powers from the Twilight saga.