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In a city where werewolves live hidden among humans, Alpha Mike Hennesy keeps his pack strong with grit, loyalty, and a quiet boxing gym that doubles as a front for their operations. He's respected, disciplined - and alone. At thirty-seven, he's long stopped expecting to find his fated mate.Until Aiden walks into the Lighthouse Pub with black curls, silver rings, and a smile sharp enough to make anyone look twice. Hired as a bartender, Aiden is human. Or so everyone thinks - until the bond hits hard and fast, pulling them together like gravity. But Aiden isn't just hiding from his past - something inside him is waking up. Something wild. Something his mother spent years trying to bury.As the matebond tightens and tensions rise across pack borders, Mike must protect not only his pack and his daughter, but the man who's become his future. And Aiden? He'll have to face what he really is - and decide if love is worth the risk of setting the wolf inside him free.…

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Open Novella Contest 2025!This is my interpretation of prompt 50. A supervillain has a midlife crisis and decides to become a superhero. But redemption might be harder than they imagined. ___________________________________________________________________Cassius Vale has spent his life in the shadows, a man forged by necessity-no questions asked, no hesitation. A fixer, a ghost, a necessary evil in a city that thrives on corruption and despair. He's become an instrument of violence, a blade wielded by unseen hands, but when a job leaves an innocent girl staring at him with pure terror in her eyes, something deep within him stirs.For the first time, he questions whether he can be anything more than a weapon for hire. Can the blood on his hands ever be washed away, or is he forever stained by the choices he's made?As crime tightens its vice grip on the city and a new wave of chaos surges, Cassius stands at a crossroads: remain the villain in this twisted narrative or fight for something greater than himself. But redemption comes with a heavy toll, and the path to heroism is littered with foes who won't let him slip away so easily.In a world where justice is nothing more than a fading memory and second chances are rare as gold, can a man molded by violence ever transform into a hero? Or will the darkness that has shaped his existence finally consume him, dragging him back into the abyss from which he emerged?…

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How do you survive in a world without rules?-------Some of them were old enough to remember what it was like before everything turned into sand.When there were cities, communities and grocery stores. Now there was sand, scorching sun and more sand.Lo and his brother are scrappers looking for parts to keep their small community alive. But one day, Carl, the leader of their little gang, hears about a secret passway into Vegas. The only functioning city where only the selected few are allowed to live.But will they survive the journey in a world where water and petrol are worth more than diamonds and cash, and humans are hunted to be sold as slaves or meat. Will they finally gain access to the utopia of Vegas? ----- This is a post apocalyptic story set in a dystopian future in the United States, inspired by Mad Max, the 100, Star Wars of course and cyberpunk 2077!…

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The Road Home - Book One The world is ending. Trust is dangerous. But sometimes, it's all you have. Zach Bernstein never wanted the life he was born into. He hated the wealth, the expectations, and most of all-his distant, powerful father. So when a deadly virus spreads across the world, turning people into mindless monsters, Zach doesn't just lose everything-he finally breaks free. But surviving the apocalypse is harder than he thought, especially when he's alone. Luca had a life full of love. His parents, his little sisters-they meant everything to him. But the outbreak took them away, leaving him to fight for survival in a world that's falling apart. Now, all that matters is trying to find his way back to them. When their paths cross, Zach and Luca are forced to rely on each other. They have nothing in common-except that they're both lost, both scared, and both fighting to stay alive. But the longer they travel together, the more their uneasy partnership turns into something deeper. Something neither of them is ready to admit. The world may be ending, but that doesn't mean their story is over.…

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Adrian was the second son, but as his brother suddenly dies and his father the king soon after, he is forced to take a new role and have new life with obligations he never cared for.When he finally comes to turn with his new title, his kingdom and his lover is ripped away from him and he is forced to flee for his life. Seeking help from the lyckans his father had banished from existence.…

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In a sprawling cyberpunk city where neon lights illuminate dark alleys and loyalty is more valuable than gold, Cade is a man walking the line between survival and destruction. As a member of the Reapers, a gang known for their grit and resourcefulness, he's no stranger to danger-but even he wasn't prepared for the chaos that unfolds when a high-stakes package vanishes without a trace. With rival gangs like the Vipers encroaching on their territory and tensions mounting, Cade dives deep into the underbelly of the city to uncover the truth. Guided by Kim, a pint-sized tech genius with gadgets for every occasion, and haunted by a mysterious kid who may hold the key to everything, Cade finds himself unraveling a conspiracy that threatens not just the Reapers but the fragile balance of power in the city.Time is running out, and every choice Cade makes could spark an all-out war-or uncover a truth that changes everything. In a world where trust is scarce and betrayal lurks in the shadows, can Cade protect the people he cares about and survive the night? Or will he be consumed by the city's relentless grip? For fans of gritty cyberpunk noir and high-octane thrillers, My little secret is a story of loyalty, rebellion, and the cost of finding freedom in a world ruled by chaos.…

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When Elliot moves into a charming city apartment, he's hoping for a fresh start. The light-filled space and quiet neighborhood seem like the perfect backdrop for building a new life. But on move-in day, he meets his next-door neighbors: Alec, the easygoing, friendly type who makes him laugh without trying, and Nate, his reserved but intriguing brother who seems harder to figure out.As Elliot navigates settling into his new home, Alec's warm presence and Nate's quiet intensity create a mix of nervous excitement and unexpected connection. Over coffee runs, shared meals, and hallway conversations, Elliot begins to realize that this new chapter might hold more than just an escape from his past-it might lead him straight to his future.With a sprinkle of humor, a dash of awkward charm, and plenty of heart, The story is about finding love in the most unexpected places-and discovering that sometimes, home is just a door away.…

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2024 ONC Prompt 21 : A dragon, an elf and a dwarf embark on a quest to find the lost heir to the kingdom.What happens when a young elf, a grumpy dwarf and a baby dragon leaves the city behind to look for the lost heir to the throne? And what will happen when they find him and the young man gives the elf an offer that will change his life, but is also hard to refuse?…

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Skrivpepp alla hjärtans dags challenge.…

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This is my contribution to the Ambys 2021.It's somewhat of a horror story/ paranormal adventure, so here's a little warning to the easily scared readers.-----It was one of those old fashioned trains who took you on a trip trough fabulous landscapes without no real destination. The adventure was the train and watching the scenery outside the window.She had looked forward to it for so long, and she was really enjoying every moment of it.Until that evening in the restaurant cart.Her eyes filled up with tears as she hid under the dining table. Full blown panic hit her as she realized she was closing in to the end.For the love of God, she thought, she had planned this trip to be the beginning of her new life, and not the end of it...…