JRBANCROFT | mystery | Complete 18.05 Ten thousand words | 917 Recommended | 5843 clicks
Murder, hidden family secrets, a car fortune, and blackmail. A trio tries to bring their successful car company to America, a competitor to the Model T, though their progress is deterred by a murder. When one of the owners finds out his father was murdered, and he is forced to go home for the first time in decades. A home and family he had not seen for a very good reason. There he meets a young lady who holds the pieces to the rest of the story.
Latest Updates Chapter Eight: The Page | Updated at 2024-03-26 17:36
Miss hearty | mystery | Complete 8.48 Ten thousand words | 416 Recommended | 8582 clicks
Avalon is going back to Hogwarts for her second year. she is looking forward to going back. but when a dark wizard escapes out of prizon her 2nd year may be in danger Please rate my stories.
Latest Updates on to Summer | Updated at 2024-03-26 17:36
D. L. Schindler | horror | Complete 23.29 Ten thousand words | 504 Recommended | 8607 clicks
Anthology of horror stories with a strong focus on murder and death.
Latest Updates Charon's Holiday | Updated at 2024-03-26 17:35
Anthony215 | horror | Complete 20.42 Ten thousand words | 45 Recommended | 5660 clicks
A group of tourists are now forced to survive after an island that was once home to a famous resort on the beautiful island of Banoi becomes ground zero to a zombie apocalypse. They will have to navigate their way through hell on paradise and attempt to make it off the island that was once home to a beautiful resort. Will they find their way off the island and survive or will they become victims to the one thing they are running from?
Latest Updates Chapter 10: Last Resort | Updated at 2024-03-26 17:32
C.J. May (Goddess of Records) | horror | Complete 8.44 Ten thousand words | 336 Recommended | 7775 clicks
Feed a bat a special mushroom and what do you get? Bright red lard that burns longer and hotter than kerosene. For those daring enough to eat it, it can lead to superpowers, or even immortality. Feed that same fungus to a child, and well& there's no telling what powers their lard will produce. When Kid's class is abducted by an evil man and taken to the slaughterhouse, she does everything in her power to save them. But how far can she go, when the abattoir descends dozens of levels below the earth? And rumor has it there's something even more monstrous than the man, and it's hungry for more& An unlikely hero, Kid, teams up with Old Man Snaggletooth and embarks on the adventure of a lifetime: to save her class, or die trying.
Latest Updates 10: Three Insane Immortals | Updated at 2024-03-26 17:31
twoheadedcalf | horror | Complete 1.01 Ten thousand words | 175 Recommended | 9535 clicks
A vignette about growing up and seizing bodily autonomy by your teeth.
Latest Updates Rip, Tear, Shred | Updated at 2024-03-26 17:30
NicholasTeller | horror | Complete 1.20 Ten thousand words | 614 Recommended | 7196 clicks
A woman wakes up in the middle of a dark tunnel of flesh. With no memory of how she got there, her only choice is to move forwards and discover what this place is. This is a (very) short story made as an assignment for a university writing course
Latest Updates Body of Life | Updated at 2024-03-26 17:30
Lyrecius Pytronx (LP) | horror | Complete 35.11 Ten thousand words | 394 Recommended | 10116 clicks
Emma Stone: The Protagonist of OMEGAEmma Stone stands as the central figure in OMEGA, and her lineage traces back to the great immortal Dracula, the sole supernatural to attain the coveted status of an OMEGA. Endowed with the comprehensive abilities of various supernaturals, Emma bears the weighty responsibility of a singular mission to forge peace among the diverse colonies and clans.In her pursuit of peace, Emma encounters formidable adversaries seeking to seize what she uniquely possesses, even as she endeavors to champion the greater good for all. Synopsis: A World in TurmoilFor centuries, supernaturals and mortals coexisted, forming an alliance to combat the looming threat known as the IMPERISHABLES. Dracula, patriarch of all vampires and the immortal realm, made the ultimate sacrifice, ushering in an era of peace that endured for five centuries. Yet, the echoes of conflict reverberated anew among the supernaturals, leading to a war that fractured their unity and power. Amidst this discord, factions emerged, dividing the supernaturals into colonies and clans, where the insidious allure of absolute power continued to sow corruption. Content Warning: A Tale of StrifeReaders delving into OMEGA should be prepared for chapters that vividly depict violence, touch upon themes of sexism, and include elements of LGBTQ representation. These facets, while integral to the narrative, may be unsettling for some readers.
Latest Updates Prologue & Epilogue | Updated at 2024-03-26 17:29
EmmyJL | comedy | Complete 10.27 Ten thousand words | 833 Recommended | 8321 clicks
What would happen if animals made a nature documentary all about humans? Fiddler is a mouse with a big idea and an even bigger attitude. He works in TV and wants to reveal to his woodland friends the mysteries of the human world. But humans are dangerous, and Fiddler's rivals want him stopped. Can he achieve his dream and make the best wildlife documentary ever? You'll have to find out. 'A Gathering of Humans' is just a silly tale I wrote a long time ago. It's a bit of fluff, mostly for younger people but if you need a bit of light-hearted reading in your life, I hope you will enjoy this. Oh, and suspend your disbelief for a little while.
Latest Updates Chapter 19: A Gathering of Humans | Updated at 2024-03-26 17:27
Aladar Bajusz | comedy | Complete 43.93 Ten thousand words | 284 Recommended | 5174 clicks
Curiosity, the driving force behind man's insatiable thirst for knowledge, usually needs a person, a collective, something to enact his will.Until now.Using a loophole so ancient everyone forgot about it, it hijacked a human body and took it on a reality bending adventure though the universe.The problem is, an idea is not meant to be a person.And there is only so much abuse the laws of the universe can take before it starts crumbling around everyone.Just to answer a simple question.What if? [participant in the Royal Road Writathon challenge] [Successfully completed the Writathon challenge. Story is now complete)
Latest Updates Progress | Updated at 2024-03-26 17:25
Jeffrey B Wolf | comedy | Complete 1.71 Ten thousand words | 791 Recommended | 9206 clicks
Thisis a short slice of life urban fantasy story where a partial vampire gets more than he bargained for from his recently ordered meal.
Latest Updates Necks Direct | Updated at 2024-03-26 17:24
Faenon | drama | Complete 44.59 Ten thousand words | 529 Recommended | 6289 clicks
Based on my work on Saga of the Jewels, I have been hired by an indie game developer to write the novel for their 'novel + turn-based battles' game on Steam. Of course, a 'novel + turn based battles' is a terrible idea for a game, which is why no other games like this exist, but hey, the developer is paying me. And if something's worth doing at all, it's worth doing as well as possible, so I am going to give this project my very best shot and try to make it as good as it can be. So if you read this, please give me feedback on the story to help me make it as good as it can be! Please note, for this story I have been given a pre-existent set of characters, character back-story sketches and a rough plot to work with. I also have to insert random battles into the narrative, have set characters appear in a certain order, and have the party fight fixed bosses in a certain order, all at fixed points! Please also note that this is a first draft. I will be editing and re-working this in the future and re-posting it. But I need helpful feedback, if anyone can give it. You can also find the game version of this on Steam by searching there for 'Clarent Saga: Chronicles'.
Latest Updates 80. Epilogue | Updated at 2024-03-26 17:24
cerealsariel | drama | Complete 8.60 Ten thousand words | 849 Recommended | 9180 clicks
Skin never forgets. And neither did she. After losing everything, tonight she's taking revenge. Winner of the Huddler's Challenge short story contest!Full story is out now!
Latest Updates 7. Skin Writing | Updated at 2024-03-26 17:15
Laulau20 | action | Complete 110.23 Ten thousand words | 910 Recommended | 8044 clicks
Yokoda Shuichi was just an ordinary corporate slave until his workplace was hit by terrorism. when he woke up, he was turned into a fluffy tail accompanying a foxgirl! Author note: i have no idea why i am writing this. This series is finished!
Latest Updates Epilogue: Twenty Tails Later | Updated at 2024-03-26 17:15
Spleen23 | action | Complete 35.35 Ten thousand words | 33 Recommended | 9276 clicks
Dozens, if not hundreds of worlds were destroyed or damaged by what amounted to a industrial accident on a higher level of existence. Many people and places however, were saved at the last instant and hastily slammed together into a makeshift world held together with magic and hope. The director was assigned to keep the whole thing going and stole the idea of a RPG driven system as a placeholder set of natural laws. One he is constantly having to apply ad hoc fixes and updates on the fly. The main character and the church he worked at end up being one of the places from modern earth that got saved. Possibly updating Saturday and Sunday if my schedule stays the same
Latest Updates 24.5) Endgame | Updated at 2024-03-26 16:57
Momentie | tragedy | Complete 39.68 Ten thousand words | 412 Recommended | 9468 clicks
Sabban Vint & his fellow graduates of the 117th cadet core, are exhilarated at the chance to serve alongside the legendary ace pilots of IAFS - However they will soon learn that not all soldiers are heroes nor all pilots aces - Someone needs to don the redshirt, to bellow the Wilhelm-Scream - To pilot the mighty V-MBT-Neo-M - The Nemo.Bela Grimizanis considered the best of the best, regardless of any rumours her subordinates might speak of - But are years of training, experience & raw talent enough to counter someone with faith on their side?'Lucky' Luke.Luke is his middle name actually but it's what everyone calls him.That's the sort of place he lives - A place where a legend is required when war comes beckoning at their doors... Now on Royal Road!This is a series of short stories that take place in the world of the UnderCurrent.A world where 'plot-armour' is usually something the enemy have & where the machine you pilot may very well decide a battle before it ever begins.---- Now availableon Royal-Road!For my review of 'Zeta Gundam' I wrote a short story detailing what the lives of the poor everyday background pilots must be like - In a war predicated on the fact that one man said another's name; "Sounds like a girl's name" - Leading to the deaths of 1000s. Since then I've begun writing an original novel, carrying over the characters from here, called 'UnderCurrent'.These stories can be read without knowledge of UnderCurrent and likewise it can be read without knowledge of this. Optimally however it may benefit you to read UnderCurrent to have complete context, the following are some words that may not always be in all of the stories should you choose to skip from tale to tale;Vijaik - A blanket term for mechs made of regular metals. They come in a variety of designs.Casnel - Specifically refers to any mech made of the rare metal 'Goibniu'. They are exceptionally advanced and powerful machines.Bhaile and Abhaile - The planets of UnderCurrent's people.IAFS - 'Independent Alliance of Free States', a rebel faction backed by private corporations, seeking change for the solar-system.TSU - 'The States Union', ruling body of all controlled space, known for often-times being callous and extreme in method.Remembrance - A somewhat 'wild-card' faction made up of former rebellion survivors operating from the 'Remembrance' continent. ----Thanks for reading= =M.
Latest Updates Scrap Yard | Updated at 2024-03-26 16:53
Losing_Dog2 | tragedy | Complete 11.76 Ten thousand words | 637 Recommended | 9274 clicks
The following is a work of fiction, which includes a triple murder, bruises, a lonely house, a girl who wants to disappear, and quietness.
Latest Updates VII. [End] | Updated at 2024-03-26 16:50
devonbarrington | tragedy | Complete 13.04 Ten thousand words | 818 Recommended | 7549 clicks
In the ancient realm of Evermore, a land steeped in magic and marred by conflict, an age-old war rages between two mighty races-the humans and the elves. Bound by a tumultuous history of bloodshed and mistrust, their bitter enmity threatens to consume the very fabric of the world they call home. Amidst this turbulent backdrop, we embark on a gripping tale that follows the extraordinary journey of Eadric Lightbringer, a formidable battlemage hailing from the town of Ravenhold. Eadric, a man burdened by the weight of destiny, finds himself thrust into a realm of unfathomable darkness, where courage will be tested, alliances will crumble, and secrets long forgotten will surface with devastating consequences. As the fragile balance of power teeters on the edge, Eadric's path converges with the ancient prophecies whispered in shadowed corridors. A reluctant hero, he must navigate treacherous landscapes and face both the savagery of the elven forces and the inner demons that haunt his own soul. With his mastery of the arcane arts and a flickering glimmer of hope, Eadric strives to bridge the chasm of hatred that divides his people, searching for a means to forge a lasting peace in a land consumed by war.
Latest Updates Chapter 14: Infernia | Updated at 2024-03-26 16:49
Emersyn Hart | tragedy | Complete 14.70 Ten thousand words | 795 Recommended | 8322 clicks
This story was written for the Royal Road Community Magazine Jan 2024 Ezekiel craved one thing: knowledge to become immortal. Each day he studies in a library worn down by time, hidden away past the forest. Each day, he returns with the same information. Immortality may have existed, but it can't exist anymore. The first human girl visits his hometown. Enamoured by her desire to fill her life with adventure, Ezekiel shares the library with the traveller. What was supposed to be a simple test of resolve was anything but. Secrets are uncovered. Decisions must be made. What to Expect: - 1.5k - 3k word chapters - Enemies to Lovers Romance Side Plot - A medium paced story - Non-human x Human relationship
Latest Updates Epilogue | Updated at 2024-03-26 16:48
Miles Trombley | one_shot | Complete 11.42 Ten thousand words | 621 Recommended | 9013 clicks
Tyger and his friends are a group of genetically engineered cat humanoid, raised to become star rangers for the intergalactic human federation, called the Star Alliance. Their job is to protect the human colonies and defeat whoever tries to threaten them. But everything changed when a mysterious race of alien bugs appears from the unknown and attack the planets. To order to stop the bugs, the Star Cats must find an alien artifact with the mysterious potential of stopping the invaders. They will travel to different worlds, fight different space monsters, and raid two alien temples before the bugs exterminate everyone across the galaxy. Will they be able to save humans, or will they fall? Note: There might be grammar errors I missed because this is my first draft. This fiction will also be a novella. I will post the chapters between 6 pm and 10 pm. The book cover is also AI generated from Dall-e 3.
Latest Updates Chapter 25 | Updated at 2024-03-26 16:46
Ruslan_rb_kg | one_shot | Complete 2.75 Ten thousand words | 157 Recommended | 6547 clicks
Going to sea, century after century, generation after generation, people have met the same things there - the wind, the waves and a ship with an elven captain coming into port just to restock the supplies...
Latest Updates Short story | Updated at 2024-03-26 16:44
Alzoran | one_shot | Complete 7.99 Ten thousand words | 973 Recommended | 8100 clicks
This is a short story based in the world of Wet World Wonderland. The Machine is reborn, inspired by a great light he will journey to find it once more, giving everything he has as he upholds his prime directive.
Latest Updates Chapter: 10 “Giro, the happiest machine.” | Updated at 2024-03-26 16:44
M. R. Aze | tragedy | Complete 0.67 Ten thousand words | 413 Recommended | 7822 clicks
A short story of choice, love, pain and consequences.
Latest Updates The Rejection | Updated at 2024-03-26 16:43
janejreid | sci_fi | Complete 39.48 Ten thousand words | 789 Recommended | 8732 clicks
Millions of years ago, the magical races set about exploring space. When the humans started rejecting and persecuting them, only some chose to stay and help humanity thrive. Now, humanity is coming a little too close to discovering the magical world that lives alongside them. Unable to leave the planet, the magical races retreat to places on the earth that are uninhabitable to humans. Can they contact their space faring brethren before the humans discover them? Or will there be a genocidal war?
Latest Updates Epilogue 3: Earth | Updated at 2024-03-26 16:43
Sam-kun | romance | Complete 29.27 Ten thousand words | 875 Recommended | 9254 clicks
I died by the mistake of god, as a compensation in my second life I got reincarnated in the novel I read last night with immense powers,As family of my favourite character my grandfather.The most powerful person in the entire kingdom whom the king want to remove. I don't want his end like original story, but I have commoners blood will I be able to win favour of my grandfather?With the ultimate goal to rule the nation witness journey of businessman. By author : sam
Latest Updates CHAPTER 58: THE END | Updated at 2024-03-26 16:35
Smckellep | romance | Complete 37.93 Ten thousand words | 930 Recommended | 7525 clicks
Kin and Nami have been yearning for adventure. The sleepy little village they grew up near holds no surprises for the youths. They finally have their chance to see new places as they set off on their people's coming of age Ordeal. Along the way, the face bandits, monsters from the realm of shadows, and a feud between their families that might just tear these young lovers away from each other. Book One of the Song of Phoenix Saga.
Latest Updates Chapter 17 - Kin | Updated at 2024-03-26 16:29
Pxan | psychological | Complete 19.62 Ten thousand words | 502 Recommended | 5874 clicks
Long casted shadows danced in the background, as a man squibbled and jotted words on yellow papers. A mere novelty, remnant and ghost that was left to age away along with the forgotten theater, a man grasped for inspiration to salvage what was left of his soul. Abandoned in the squalid room, Pxan was left hauntedly in the furthest corners of insanity that bubbled in his mind. No one would listen to his plight, denouncing him and claiming his mind was not right. Even though the world left him with nothing, turning their backs to him, he knew the books would never betray him in the same fashion. Faceless pages and books yet to be read ogled puppy eyes, ready to be penned by the madman. "Pxan! Pxan! Over here! To me!" Clamored the unpublished manuscripts. Pxan's fingers quivered nervously, thoughts of failure flooded his mind. Wanting to surrender to the pressure. "No!" He cried. "I've had enough of writing." Books with eyes all stared at him, begging for the tales to be written. Their pleaful eyes were all that Pxan needed to be moved to writing again. The man sighed and raised his pen again, stroking the first letters of inspiration that bore fruit from his mind. A maddening tale of a policeman, cultists and a violent revenge& -Currently on Hiatus while writing the second volume.The first volume is up. I will take a few days to rewrite a few chapters. Afterwards, updates will proceed as usual.Current rewrite progress 17/59 chapters rewrited.This is my first real novel, any kind of criticism or feedback is appreciated. I am looking for an editor, if someone wants to help me avoid typos please contact me. The cover is a detail of Faust in His Studyby Ary Scheffer, c. 1831, watercolor and gouache on paper.
Latest Updates Not a chapter, News and updates | Updated at 2024-03-26 16:27
forevercelest | psychological | Complete 0.39 Ten thousand words | 525 Recommended | 9602 clicks
In Japanese, "羘n ". Another classical edition written that blends in horoscopes and astrology signs into the story. Surrounding the 4 elements (Fire, Water, Air, and Earth) of the Western and Sidereal astrology, what happens when Scorpio O meets Virgo M? Let's reveal the mystery in this special release.
Latest Updates Before I Retreat Entirely Away From Your World | Updated at 2024-03-26 16:21
Lekim | mystery | Complete 29.13 Ten thousand words | 988 Recommended | 8626 clicks
After dying, a young man who hates humans is awakened by a voice that proclaims itself God.Proposing to be reincarnated in a different world, he will meet other gods who act strange.He doesn't turn out as he expected, because in the blink of an eye everything changes.What will become of him after discovering the truth? The sequel is "Is it right to fear love?". (Trilogy free on Kindle Unlimited and available on Amazon: http://mybook.to/EsCoTeMEN)
Latest Updates Vol.2 preview - Chapter 1 – Helplessness | Updated at 2024-03-26 16:21
Ryan Geever | mystery | Complete 35.49 Ten thousand words | 691 Recommended | 7632 clicks
THE ORIGINS OF RADICAL-9. Taking place four years before the beginning of Radical-9, Gavin Daniels is kidnapped from his abandoned college campus and uncovers the terrible origins behind the Radical-9 Virus and the motivations behind the mastermind behind it all, Jack Adata, before he ever became Game Master of Elysium. Trigger Warnings: Death, Violence, Murder, Blood
Latest Updates Endgame | Updated at 2024-03-26 16:18
