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In a world called Yami, where humans and shadowy creatures coexist in a divided society, a young woman named Amara fights to protect her family when her city is invaded by Sombros — beings with the ability to replicate human form. Amid the chaos of trying to lead her family to safety, she comes face to face with the creatures and, in a desperate attempt to defend herself, is saved by the leader of the legendary Hinoken group — warriors tasked with hunting these creatures and protecting the people. Now, with their paths intertwined, Amara and Ryu must face countless trials as they struggle to survive in a world at war. Cover art by @brendaperes.art (This work is not written by AI. It is my own original creation, originally written in Portuguese, which is my native language. Only the translation into English is done with the help of AI tools.)

Everything she loved was reduced to ashes in a single night. With her home destroyed and her heart hollowed by grief, she sets out into a world where magic is a whispered threat and danger lurks behind every corner. As she hunts the one who shattered her life, she’s pulled deeper into a web of secrets, bloodshed, and powers far beyond her own. With nothing left but vengeance to guide her steps, every choice drags her closer to the edge. Just how far will she go in her quest for revenge?

SHE WAS THE PRINCESS—BUT NEVER HIS DAMSEL IN DISTRESS. Leina Reinhardt was born into power, privilege, and prestige—the only daughter of a multi-billionaire and the beloved sister of Westdentia’s most elite men: Lester – A cold, calculating CEO with an empire at his feet. Levy – A six-time Olympic champion, untouchable and unstoppable. Liam & Louis – The twin masterminds behind the world’s most powerful gaming empire. To the world, she was the Reinhardt Princess—elegant, quiet, untouchable. But Leina Reinhardt was no fragile flower. She was raised by wolves, after all. Then came Alexander Harris Smith. Her brothers’ best friend. Her first love. Her greatest heartbreak. The boy who lit up her world—only to disappear and leave her in the dark. Now, years later, he’s back, standing in front of her like a ghost from the past. And worse? He has the audacity to question her. ------------------------------------------------------------------------‐------------------------------------------------------------------------ Excerpt: Leina's fingers curled into fists, nails biting into her palms. Every muscle in her body screamed at her to walk away. To leave him standing there like he left her all those years ago. But damn him—he had the nerve to show up now, with those same emerald eyes, as if he had any right to look at her that way. "What did you expect, Alexander?" she seethed, voice sharp as glass. "That I’d wait? That my world would freeze the moment you walked away?" His jaw clenched. She could see the storm raging behind his eyes, but she refused to care. "You left," she said, her voice breaking despite her best efforts. "You. Left. And now you think you can just come back and—" Her words died in her throat as he moved, his hands gripping her arms, pulling her close before she could stop him. "Let go," she hissed, her voice defiant—but her body betrayed her, memories clawing their way to the surface. Alexander’s grip tightened, his forehead pressing against hers, breath unsteady. "I know I don’t deserve it," he murmured, voice raw. "But hate me, curse me, hit me—just don’t tell me you forgot." Leina’s breath hitched. Her throat burned. She wanted to slap him. She wanted to scream that she didn’t care. She wanted to say that he meant nothing. But the lie wouldn't come. Because the truth was brutal. She remembered everything. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Billionaire mafia intrigue with power struggles and dark secrets Unforgettable first love turned into a dangerous obsession A fierce heroine who refuses to be a pawn A dangerously devoted hero who will burn the world for her Get ready for a story of power, betrayal, and a love that refuses to die.

For Kassia Wave, survival and becoming successful is all that matters. Having endured hardship at the hands of her mother, her only priorities are taking care of her sister and finding a way to escape her mother’s clutches. There is no time for love or unnecessary distractions. Arrogant, rude, egotistical, and prideful—these are the defining traits of Cain Mysia. As the CEO of a multinational company, he has little patience for anything outside of business. ICT Enterprise is the top-ranked firm in New York City, and love or emotional instability has no place in his life. But when two people who share the same views on love cross paths, will logic be enough to keep them from falling for each other? Or will their relentless pursuit of success drive them apart?

Escape into a world of Dragons, magic, and prophecies in this epic tale that spans incredible worlds. Thelessia: In this seemingly ordinary world, two young Dragons, Britiana and Darius, live in disguise, using magic to mask their true identities to blend among humans, elves, and dwarves. Sent from their home world of Emphyralis at birth to save them from a kidnapping plot, they seek refuge on Thelessia, unaware of the dangerous forces that lurk in the shadows. Emphyralis: This is a world of Dragons, magic, a diverse population, and magnificent landscapes. Inhabited by Dragons, it's a world in recovery from a near century long war with beings only known as Dragon Hunters. Devastated by a Plague that killed most of their population, the Dragons along with other races who call Emphyralis home, work to rebuild. Hope awaits. Mysteries and danger also lurk. Terranthea: A modern world under the constant threat of demons, the witchborn stand against them, even as the citizens of their world begin to turn against them. Members of the Crowley family, power witchborn sisters and daughters, strive to find a way to protect not only themselves, but the mortals of their world. Delaney Crowley uses her innate skills to traverse world looking for hope. This is more than just a story of magic, it's a story of family, loyalty, redemption, and the search for belonging. Prepare to be swept away by this epic saga that blends fantasy, adventure, and intrigue. Experience the magic of Emphyralis, the courage of its Dragon protectors, and the strength of unity that binds them all in a battle against forces that threaten to destroy everything they hold dear.

"Until the Flower Withers" In a world brimming with magic, Luna Lockheart is reborn into a noble family, surrounded by love—but a deadly secret threatens to shatter her second chance at life. As Luna learns to navigate her new world, she discovers a life full of wonder and sorrow. From playful siblings and elegant tea parties to the haunting shadow of an ancient illness, time is not her ally. But Luna refuses to wither quietly. With her heart full of determination and her spirit as bright as the flower she’s named after, Luna vows to live fully, even as time slips through her fingers. A story of reincarnation, family bonds, and the beauty found in fleeting moments. "Until the flower withers… I'll bloom as brightly as I can."

Ari has always dreamed of something simple: to be wanted. To be loved not for what she could do, but simply for who she was. In the real world, she’s invisible—overlooked, unheard, and always second to her mother’s affection for her brothers. When life becomes too heavy, she escapes into webnovels where lonely girls find families, magical powers awaken overnight, and someone always says, “I choose you.” One night, someone—or something—answers. Ari wakes in a world ruled by gods and ancient bloodlines, where power whispers in her bones and fate seems to have plans of its own. For the first time, she’s not just the forgotten daughter. She might be someone extraordinary. But even in a magical world, love isn’t simple. And power? It always comes at a price. As Ari begins to unravel the mystery of her new life and what sleeps within her, she’s faced with a choice: chase the love she’s always yearned for, or forge her own future—one where she finally learns what it means to love or at least accept herself. Author's Note Hi! I’m the author of Ari’s story. First, I want to be honest—I struggled a lot with writing the synopsis for this book. I know how important a good blurb is. As a reader, I rely on it to decide whether a story will speak to me, and I wanted mine to do justice to the journey I’m telling. But after rewriting it too many times, it started to feel like a wall I couldn’t climb. So instead, I chose to move forward. To sit down every day and write. To let the story breathe rather than trap it in endless drafts. I publish because if I don’t, I’ll keep rewriting the same chapter or synopsis forever. This book is my heart. I want it to be warm, fluffy, and healing. I want it to make you laugh. I want you to feel comforted and seen. I hope that by the end of it, you leave with a smile—and maybe a quiet truth tucked into your chest. So thank you for picking up this book. It means more than I can say. – With love, Nova Weaver

Bound by roots and flames When Elora Peters arrives in the forgotten town of Hawthorne after a tragic loss, she expects silence, grief, and shadows. What she finds is something far older—something alive beneath the soil. Drawn to the forest, haunted by dreams, and watched by a town that speaks in whispers, Elora begins to uncover pieces of a past that was buried for a reason. But some roots don’t stay buried. And some destinies cannot be denied.

Daniel Thompson, the disgrace of his powerful family. A man branded as a good-for-nothing ex-con, shunned by society, and deemed unworthy of even a passing glance. No sane woman would dare marry him… except for Maria, the forsaken daughter of the Falcone family, who unknowingly walks into an arranged marriage with a man cloaked in shadows. But Maria didn’t just marry a stranger, she married a two-faced maniac. A man with a past so dangerous it could shatter everything. A man whose enemies whisper his name in fear. What happens when the world discovers who Daniel really is? Why did he bury his true identity in the first place? And most chilling of all… what twisted plan does he have for his new bride? Two black sheep. One deadly game. When secrets unravel and sparks ignite, will Maria regret the day she said, “I do”?

Dove Sterling, a twenty-two-year-old CEO of one of the country's biggest beauty companies, is also the devoted mother of an adorable three-year-old boy. Four years ago, under the influence of a drug slipped to her by a so-called "friend," she unknowingly spent the night with a complete stranger—someone she couldn’t even remember afterward. Determined to move on, Dove’s world comes crashing down when she discovers she’s pregnant. As if that weren’t enough, she’s constantly surrounded by people waiting to see her fall. But Dove? She refuses to give them that satisfaction. She rises, stronger each time. Dante Lancaster, the owner of the world’s largest security firm and heir to one of the richest families, has never forgotten the mysterious woman from that unforgettable night. Her face is etched into his memory. His obsession with finding her only deepens when he discovers she is none other than the granddaughter of the man who once saved his life—a man Dante deeply respects. And then he learns the impossible—she's pregnant with his child. From that moment on, Dante vows to make her his. But life has its own plans. Dove disappears abroad, giving birth to their son while Dante battles his own demons, never taking his eyes off her from afar. Three years later, fate intervenes. Now responsible for Dove and her son's protection, Dante sees this as his second chance. But winning her heart—and dealing with a little boy fiercely protective of his mother—proves more difficult than he imagined. Dante’s biggest obstacle? His own son giving him constant headaches! ---

Union Mentis follows the journey of Meher Sayed, a determined and ambitious young adult who has always dreamed of studying abroad. After years of hard work and perseverance, she finally achieves her goal and embarks on a new chapter of her life in a foreign land. As she navigates the challenges of adapting to a new culture and academic environment, she meets her first love, Mikhail Ivanov. Their relationship blossoms, but Meher struggles to confront her past generational traumas and emotional triggers. As she grapples with her inner demons, she must also contend with the complexities of her new relationship and the surprises that fate has in store for her. Throughout her journey, she discovers her inner strength, resilience, and capacity for love. Will she be able to overcome her past and build a brighter future, or will the challenges she faces threaten to derail her dreams? Union Mentis is a heartwarming and poignant tale of self-discovery, love, and growth.

Follow Miseria as she navigates a world of Gods & Monsters. Everything is exactly as it seems and more. It won't be easy but there is darkness at the end of the tunnel.

"Not here, weakling! We're going to meet at the stream close to the pack's border in an hour, then you can show me what you got." He informed her. "Fine, challenge accepted! But if I defeat you, you're going to stop bullying me and leave me be!" Aurora gritted out. "Sure." He replied her. "The hatred I have for you will stop when you're no more. Over there, nobody will come to your rescue and I can finally tear you apart. Nobody disrespects Dante and go scot free!" Dante thought inwardly as he walked away. Aurora's life was supposed to be perfect as she was of a noble birth but unfortunately, it was nowhere near perfection. Her father was the beta, the second in command to the Alpha of their pack and her mother was one of the pack's strong warriors. As she was the first daughter, she was treated like a flower, sheltered from harm, sadness, disturbance and trouble, and was only exposed to pure joy, pure love, happiness and everything beautiful while growing up but her life wasn't full of roses, as she grew older! Growing up, she had believed she would be normal like every other werewolf in her pack and the entire werewolf community, but alas, she was strangely different. She was the only werewolf in her pack that had no wolf, an inner animal, thus she was treated like an outcast. While other werewolves got their wolves on their sixteenth birthdays, hers refused to show up. Not even when she turned eighteen. Not even when she met her mate!!!

#Romance #Fantasy #Romantasy #Werewolf #Action #Adventure #Revenge #Betrayal #CEO #Business #FemaleLead #WomenEmpowerment Eleanor Whitmore, the second daughter of the prestigious Whitmore family, was born with a golden spoon in her mouth. Wealth and social status followed her throughout her life. She had a caring mother and a protective sister... or so she believed. But one day, her perfect world shattered like fragile glass. Just when she thought life couldn’t get any worse, she had no idea the worst was yet to come. After a series of shocking events left her with nowhere to hide, she chose to fight back against those who had conspired against her. Tormented, tortured, and nearly killed, she eventually found herself carrying an unwanted child. In that moment, she made a choice... she would become a mother. And so, a single mother embarked on a long and arduous journey to seek justice... not only for herself, but for her child.

This is the story of Lara, a young woman from modern times, raised with one purpose: to exact revenge on the family of the general who destroyed her own. But fate had other plans. On her way to carry out her mission of vengeance, a twist in the plan led to disaster. Lara was struck by a military truck escorting the very general she intended to assassinate. When she awoke, she found herself in an entirely different world—one where her identity and purpose were starkly different from the life she had known and how she had been molded to be. Abducted by human traffickers, she outsmarted them and escaped. Then, she encountered a mysterious martial arts master whose ancient skills far surpassed her own. For two years, she trained with him in the remote mountains.  One fateful day, while staying deep in the jungle of Mount Ourea, Lara stumbled upon the Prince of Northem, disguised as an ordinary commander. He was gravely injured while pursuing a notorious group of bandits. Lara saved him and found herself entangled in the war that raged for two years. Lara, disguised as a soldier, volunteered to deliver a very important message to the generals of the Northem army, embroiled in a fierce battle against the bandits, the rebels, and soldiers of Estalis in the Alta-Sierra mountain range. Amid the chaos, Lara was swept onto the battlefield. During the battle, fate played another cruel hand. Lara came face to face with General Odin and his sons—only to discover that General Odin was the spitting image of the general she had been trained to assassinate. Could the man from her world be a descendant of this brave general? Torn between her mission and her newfound reality, Lara faced an impossible question: How could she kill her biological father? Her internal conflict deepened when she uncovered an elaborate plot to frame General Odin and his sons as traitors. The true culprits? His subordinates and trusted allies. In an ironic twist of fate, Lara found herself becoming the 'protector' of the family that, in modern times, she was supposed to ruin. After the war, Lara returned as a hero, ready to reveal her identity to General Odin, but she learned of another betrayal. Her cousin, Mira—the orchestrator of her abduction—had taken over her identity. Mira lived in her home under the guise of comforting Lara's grief-stricken mother because of the death of her only daughter. Not only that, she also did a lot of scheming and eventually claimed Lara's betrothal to Prince Alaric. With her identity stolen and her mission turned upside down, Lara faced a new challenge: reclaiming her life and honor and protecting her new family.

Neva and Rhett, the two youths have their heart strings attached in love. Interfering their peaceful life circumstances unfolds scattering blades in their romance. Ishmael, with a heart of spikes, he looks to mend the wound, searching and failing for his Neva separated from him. Rays of love and joy filtering through clouds of horror in the world, Neva before him once more. The twisted fate entangling them, reveals the game of sphere as misery burns their soul. Concealed life beyond turning pages—one after another. The tale gathers: sin and virtue, tragedy and fortune, strength and weakness, destruction and creation, love and hate. Illusion is where we live; in the Garden of Eden before the fall of man. Illusive is serenity; an evermore sanguine of love. Visionary of paradise in the new earth; sows hope deep in the soul. Delusory pleasure of the world; shall bring us burns in the ocean of fire. Illusive Eden is rapture. Illusive Eden is tragedy. The fall of the man, even now bleeding red. The whisper whirls with the dawn of a man. He, who pretends to be the Hero. (The girl who promised to always be together, Forbids him to ever appear, Refusing to recognise him, She disregards all he ever had. Vowing to protect her, He's the terrifying truth she hopes rules lie. Tripping and ripping her, He's the living tragedy looming in on her life. He once was her Elayne, now her hiraeth; He's the villain pretending to be a Hero.)

Dear Reader, My name is Lola, and this isn’t just a book about dating. It’s about living. Yes, there are dates. Hundreds, actually. Some real. Some exaggerated for comedic relief (because trauma is exhausting and humor is free). But behind every swipe, every dinner, every wild story, there’s a woman surviving. A woman unraveling. A woman rebuilding. This is about me, my life, my heartbreaks, my hilarity, my healing. The messy, sacred chaos of it all. You’ll meet exes (some I married, some I should’ve blocked), friends who became family, and red flags I mistook for carnival rides. You’ll also find the truth I spent years avoiding— about love, motherhood, neurodivergence, faith, fear, and finally choosing myself. This isn’t a self-help book, but if it helps, I’m glad. It’s not an advice column, but if it feels like one sometimes, that’s okay too. Think of it more like a long, unfiltered letter from a big sister who’s been through it and wants to make you laugh, cry, and maybe pack a spare car seat... just in case. So settle in. You’re not alone. I’ve got stories to tell. With love, Lola

In a world where every little girl's dream is to bask in riches and luxury, a young woman, accustomed to a life of pampering, believes she can effortlessly escape the clutches of poverty. Fueled by ambition and entitlement, she pursues her dream with unwavering determination. However, the journey proves far more treacherous than she anticipated, as she faces the harsh realities of sacrifice, humiliation, and loss. As she navigates the treacherous waters of her dreams, the façade of her dream life begins to crumble. Betrayed by her closest friends and cast aside by those she once trusted, she discovers the painful truth: she was merely a substitute in a world that values status over genuine connection. Not that she was genuine in the first place. With nothing to lean on but her inner strength, she makes important decisions that lead her on a transformative path. Through the system which bound to her, she begins a new life, ultimately unlocking a breathtaking potential she never knew she possessed. As she rises from the ashes of her former life, the unexpected arrival of mysterious rewards sets the stage for a thrilling new chapter in her quest for true fulfillment. [DING! You have been rewarded with *******]

Betrayals cut deeper than death. Hers was only the beginning. Elena Moretti had everything—wealth, love, and a bright future. But in one cruel moment, her fiancé and best friend took it all away. They stole her inheritance. Sold off her father's legacy. And shattered her heart beyond repair. Left with only a baby on the way and a burning need for revenge, Elena vanished into the shadows. Five years later, she’s back—changed, powerful, and full of purpose. In the glamorous streets of Monaco, she takes her place among the elite. But she’s no longer the innocent heiress they destroyed. She’s the storm they never saw coming. Allies can't always be trusted. Enemies often wear familiar faces. And love... love is the deadliest trap of all. Will Elena survive the fire—or be destroyed by the flames she started?

Synopsis: In the final moment before her destruction, Wanda Maximoff — the Scarlet Witch — is pulled into a void beyond time or form. Lost in the abyss of her guilt, a mysterious light touches her… and brings her back. Not to her world, but to another. One where magic is different. Where redemption might take shape: the world of Harry Potter. When a luminous figure — a doe — shows her the memories of a boy abandoned and mistreated by his relatives, Wanda understands her new purpose: to protect Lily Potter’s son. Though she doesn’t know why she was chosen, she accepts the deal. In exchange for a chance at redemption, she will care for little Harry. But Wanda is no ordinary witch. And this world is not ready for her. From the very first moment on Privet Drive, the Dursleys will feel that something has changed. With power, resolve, and growing compassion, Wanda will face a new destiny. Because this time… no one will touch the boy without facing her. After all, who better to protect the Boy Who Lived… than the Scarlet Witch herself? Author's Disclaimer: This story is loosely inspired by the initial premise of Strange Potter, a work I greatly admire and that served as a creative spark for developing this project. Although the plot, character development, and events are entirely original and distinct, I believe it's only fair to acknowledge that initial influence. Likewise, this is a non-profit fanfic that blends elements from the Marvel and Harry Potter universes, whose rights belong to their respective creators and owners (Marvel/Disney and J.K. Rowling). This work is made with respect and with the intention of paying tribute to these worlds that so many of us have enjoyed. I will be posting this story on RoyalRoad.com