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In a world where power defines everything, Karthikeya Devendra is the golden heir — calm, respected, and feared. Aadhirai Varadhan is the quiet cousin who never imagined his life would be tangled with Karthikeya’s shadow. Bound by family, pulled by something neither can name, their worlds collide between duty and desire. What begins as control slowly turns into a lesson about love — how it can break, bind, and heal even the coldest hearts. But in the Devendra mansion, every secret has a price… and not all love is meant to stay hidden.

24 year old Jossy has spent the last two years trapped in a marriage that is slowly breaking her spirit. To the world, her husband Damien is charming, successful, and deeply devoted, but behind closed doors, he’s a monster. He is controlling, violent, and unpredictable. One night, he goes too far. Terrified and desperate, Jossy reaches out to the only person she trusts: Noah, Damien’s former best friend, and the man who has secretly loved and supported her. What follows is a harrowing journey through hospitals, police investigations, and painful steps toward freedom. As the truth of her marriage unravels in public, Jossy needs the courage to rebuild her life, face the powerful man who has been abusing her, and open her heart to loving again.

Ga-young’s life is a whirlwind of unpaid bills, endless overtime, and the crushing weight of her late father’s debts. Every day feels like a battle just to keep her head above water, and love is the last thing on her mind. But everything changes when the new CEO walks into her office—only to reveal himself as the man she loved, and followed, and the man she broke ten years ago. Now, under his watchful eye and demanding leadership, Ga-young is forced to navigate not only the chaos of her career but the resurgence of feelings she thought she had buried. Six months is all they have to work together… but six months might be all it takes for the past to come crashing back, bringing with it both pain and the possibility of a love that never truly faded.

In a time when carriages rattled upon cobbled streets and letters carried the weight of love, Lady Margaret William’s life was forever altered by tragedy. What began as a joyful homecoming to Hampstead ended in heartbreak, as the sudden death of her parents thrust her into grief and the heavy mantle of responsibility over her father’s vast estate. Once promised to her childhood sweetheart, Margaret believed her path was certain. Yet sorrow changed her heart and fate introduced her to a mysterious gentleman, seemingly of modest means, yet bearing secrets far grander than she imagined. Their friendship blossoms into a forbidden closeness, one that stirs both comfort and confusion, as it begins to unravel the bonds she shares with her betrothed. Amid courtly whispers, hidden truths, and the struggles of estate life, Margaret must find the strength to reconcile love with duty. Torn between loyalty to the man who has always held her heart, and the growing affection for the stranger who awakens her spirit, she learns that the enchanted heart within her holds the power to decide her destiny. A tale of love, loss, and resilience, The Enchanted Heart of Lady Margaret transports readers to an age of castles, carriages and timeless romance where every choice bears the weight of honor, and every heartbeat carries the echo of enchantment.

#WSA2025 Word went around that no one that had ever knocked on the esteemed Eleazar family’s doors seeking shelter were turned away. Fleeing the prince of Lustris no less, Arabella Sterling held out hope that those weren’t mere rumors as she crossed the border over to Umbraria, home to all creatures of the night. A land where noble blood like hers was a highly coveted delicacy. As such, she wasn’t turned away, but since the Eleazars ran no charity, Arabella was compelled to become the sole blood provider to the heir of the family in exchange for safety. Though never, in a million years, did she imagine that what had started as a simple trade off, could morph into a swirl of tangled passion when the cold and stoic vampire she served showed interest in the young woman beyond the crimson nectar coursing her veins.

Ally is trapped in an engagement to Brad, the charming but calculating man her family chose to save their reputation. When a single night with Jeremy, the self-made billionaire who has loved her for years, leaves her with a life-changing secret, the perfect facade begins to crack. As ambition, betrayal, and forbidden love collide, Ally must decide whether to uphold her family's name or to risk everything for the man who could change her future forever.

“The world paints him in red. But before that—he only saw the world in black and white.” A re-imagining of Emperor Caligula’s life, history’s most infamous mad ruler. Was he made, or was he born? The novel follows Caligula—a boy born into a ruthless world of Roman power and treachery. He is the son of Gemanicus, a beloved general destined for greatness. But after his father’s mysterious death, Caligula is left scarred by political intrigue and violence. His childhood is marked by a traumatic illness from his father’s war, and a rare, inherited condition—achromatopsia—that makes him see the world in black and white that deepened his psychological instability. Meanwhile, a young nobleman named Lepidus, haunted by his own uncertainty, was instantly mesmerized by Caligula’s vacant yet divine-like presence—initially mistaking him for a girl. He becomes a silent supporter, watching from afar until they finally form a fragile friendship. As Caligula’s mental state worsens under the manipulation of the paranoid Emperor Tiberius and his own mother’s indifference, Lepidus remains his only true ally. When Tiberius exiles Caligula to the island of Capri, the psychological and physical torment pushes him to a breaking point. Caligula feigns submission while plotting his revenge, transforming into the very monster he’s been taught to fear. Lepidus, having grown into a military man and of influence, finally enacts a daring rescue. Together, they returned to Rome after killing Tiberius and overthrowing his conspirators. Caligula ascends the throne as Rome’s third ruler, but his mind is already shattered by years of torment. He rules with a mix of brilliance and madness, his bond with Lepidus blurring the lines between love, power, and obsession. As betrayal lurks within the Senate and the palace, their glass-like love is tested, leading to an inevitable tragedy. Caligula’s reign ends as it began, surrounded by conspiracies and bloodshed. This historical BL novel weaves together themes of power, loyalty, and the devastating impact of unchecked ambition, offering a deeply emotional and intense exploration of one of Rome’s most infamous rulers.

Her birth felt like a curse. When she learned the truth that she should never have existed, Alexa hated herself. Her own body never felt comfortable for her to inhabit. This world was too cruel to bring a child into. Too dark for something pure and clean. Yet, there was goodness that would never have been born if she weren't here. *** “We’re just friends, Lexie.” Forget about another life, Alexa would make it real now. Alexa’s first love must be entirely hers. No matter what obstacles she faced, Alexa would keep fighting for her love of 15 years.

He is a cold and ruthless CEO, treating business like a game of chess, yet effortlessly capturing hearts. She is a determined heiress, fighting with all her might to save her family’s company. When first loves are forced under the same roof, sparks fly and conflicts ignite, while forbidden feelings quietly take root. Can she resist his dangerous charm—and will her heart ultimately belong to him alone?

A forced marriage. Two near-strangers. One shared roof... and a lifetime to figure it all out. Shruti, barely eighteen and burdened by the shadows of abandonment, is suddenly married off to Arjun—a quiet, composed nineteen-year-old who never asked for a bride either. Thrown into a marriage neither of them planned, Shruti and Arjun must navigate college life, shared silences, awkward dinners, and growing emotions under the same roof. Between late-night arguments, unexpected comfort, and slow-burning affection, they begin to discover pieces of themselves in each other. But healing isn’t simple. And love isn’t instant. Especially when the past still lingers. As families collide, secrets unravel, and new bonds form, Shruti and Arjun must answer one question neither of them was ready to ask: Can a marriage born from duty turn into something real?

Lennox cornered her in the hallway, his amber eyes troubled. “You didn’t deserve that.” “Didn’t I?” Olivia challenged. “Wasn’t it you who told the entire pack that the daughter of a traitor should be treated as less than human?” “I was wrong,” he admitted. “We all were.” “Three years, Lennox. Three years of serving as your Omega, of being spat on, of watching you three worship the ground Anita walks on while I’m nothing but a shameful secret.” From the shadows, Levi’s voice emerged. “The Moon Goddess bound us for a reason.” Olivia’s bitter laugh echoed through the corridor. “And you’ve fought that reason every step of the way.” “We didn’t know,” Louis appeared beside his brothers, forming the triangle that had always made Olivia feel trapped. “About your father, about the conspiracy—” “So that’s what it takes?” she asked, voice trembling. “My father’s name being cleared for you to acknowledge me as your Luna? As your mate?” “No,” Lennox reached for her. “It’s seeing your strength, your resilience despite everything we put you through.” “We were cruel,” Levi admitted. “We were wrong,” Louis echoed. Olivia looked at each of them, these three powerful Alphas now regarding her with something approaching reverence. Olivia’s smile held no warmth. “Now I realize some wounds cut too deep to heal. You can’t break someone for years and expect them to be whole for you when it’s convenient.”

Emily had endured a tough life. So, when she found a chance to change her stars, she grabbed it with both hands. Embracing the limelight and the man who promised to be her forever. But what if that promise was a lie? Stabbed by a betrayal, intoxicated with a heartbreak, and one drunken mistake, she accidentally ended up wearing the ring of the man who never believed in commitment. Whoah! That could not be right. Nolan Maxwel, the golden boy of the Hollywood screen and the first man who broke her heart, was now acting as her Prince Charming, ready to take on the role of a devoted husband. Surprisingly, the script suddenly flipped. She used to want the happily ever after, but now, “I want a divorce,” Emily demanded. In contrast, he avoided relationships like a plague, settling for one-night stands. But for some reason, “We should make this marriage work.” Nolan suggested, offering her a deal that was difficult to refuse. As the lights turned on and the cameras began rolling, she had to make the ultimate decision. Play the part of his loving wife on and off the screen, or run for the hills and never look back. --- [Warning: Mature steamy content, slight violence (in the later chapters), and some inappropriate language] COVER PHOTO - Credit to the owner.

Volume 2. The life and people around her shattered her once. Now she stands colder, stronger, and this time, she decides how the story ends. ---------------------------------------***----------------------------------------***-----------------------------------------***------------------------- Volume 1. I loved him. Even when he stopped calling me, ignoring me, forgetting me. I've gone through it all for him and only him, but it all stopped when one evening I found her. ---------------------------------------***----------------------------------------***-----------------------------------------***------------------------- Elena, a 22-year-old woman who was promised to her childhood crush, Dave Morris, found herself manifesting her dream of marrying him. She was over the moon when they got married after her 19th birthday and tried her best to fit into his family and become a part of them, but Dave didn't have the same intentions. The week after they got married, he flew for his filming and rarely showed up. His distant behavior made her disappointed, but she didn't lose hope. She tried to win over every member of the family. This stretched for 3 years when she finally decided to surprise him on his 25th birthday. The moment she knocked at his hotel room door, she was met with a devastating scene. In front of her, a woman stood with frustration in her eyes and just a robe, and her husband of 3 years, standing behind her with the same hotel robe and wet hair. She realized that all her hard work went in vain, and no matter how much she tried, she would never win his heart. So, she then and there made a decision and threw her wedding ring in his face before stomping on his favorite flowers and exiting.

In alternating chapters, two teenagers describe how their feelings about themselves, each other, and their families have changed over the years. You Never Forget Your First Love.

Espresso in the Frosted Glass Rudra Malhotra-cold, untouchable CEO. Ayaan-soft, warm café owner. One lives in ice, the other carries sunshine. Rudra has never let anyone close. But Ayaan doesn't know fear-only kindness. Slowly, his gentle smiles, late-night texts, and quiet touches begin to melt the walls Rudra built around himself. A slow-burn BL romance where frost meets warmth, and love brews one cup at a time.

To love is to give yourself away to place your heart in trembling hands. To lose is to hear the hollow echo of what once filled you, a silence heavier than sound. To heal is to learn that broken things do not lose their light, but often shine brighter than before. Healing is not forgetting, nor is it pretending the wound was never there. It is choosing, again and again to breathe, even when every breath burns. And though the world may not understand the weight you carry, still, you remain. Still, you are enough. Still, you are alive.

In the quiet corners of the internet, two souls who had been drifting through time zones, heartbreaks, and unsent messages came across one another. Laura was never a believer in screen-based love. However, her world started to conflate reality and fiction when his name appeared on her feed. He felt too familiar, even though he was miles away. A boy with eyes that seemed to know her before she spoke, silence, and secrets. "A love like this is so tiring, but I can't get enough of it" They had no intention of falling. However, somewhere between fate and distance, between what was said and what was not, something changed. Because sometimes, the people who were never supposed to be part of your story- end up becoming the whole book.

Emily spent the last three years dying slowly in hospital beds, her brilliant silver tongue trapped in a body that didn't work. Her only escape? A spicy life sim called Queen of Hearts. One day, on New Year's, Emily dies as she gears up for another playthrough. But death, it turns out, is only temporary. She wakes up reborn inside Queen of Hearts, as her player character! Except this time, she isn’t clicking options on a screen. This time, she is Aegis Starcaller, a commoner nobody with silver hair, purple eyes, and a body that can finally move… and real, tangible ladies to seduce. Armed with copious amounts of meta-knowledge and a divine fertility blessing that makes every conquered love interest feed her magical power, Aegis sets her sights on Rosevale Academy, where she will build the life she never got to have on Earth. ... And seduce everyone she can, while she's at it. --- Yuri / Futanari harem story with a Futa MC! | Isekai Power Fantasy | Rags-To-Riches | Updates Daily!

Elena Moreau thought she had mastered the art of silence—hiding her scars behind ambition, laughter, and the carefully built walls of independence. But when she meets Adrian Cole, a man whose presence feels like both danger and salvation, her world begins to unravel. Adrian is magnetic, powerful, and impossibly guarded. Every glance he casts her way ignites a fire she can’t extinguish, yet every secret he keeps pulls him further out of reach. Their attraction is undeniable, their passion consuming—but beneath the surface lies a truth that could shatter them both. As stolen moments turn into something deeper, Elena is forced to confront the one question she swore she would never ask again: How much of herself is she willing to risk for love? In a story of longing and betrayal, of fire and fragility, Beneath the Silence explores the dangerous beauty of secrets, the intensity of a love that defies reason, and the heartbreak of choices that cannot be undone. Because some silences are louder than words… and some loves burn brighter in the dark.

Ingrid Dolph, a lowly she-wolf happens to be in her ripe age of locating her mate. And it was during this time that the rumor about a dragon egg spread like wildfire and everyone was asked to hunt for it. Whoever finds it will have a greater share and unbelievable privileges. Excited for the hunt, Ingrid takes part in it with the motive of finding it and bargaining for its blood and scale. But as fate would have it, she didn't just find it but that same dragon turns out to be her mate. ***** ~{SNEAK PREVIEW}~ As I got close, I came to realize that it was a full grown naked man. What? A man? How was the dragon a man? Suddenly I growled and groaned as my body grew hot by just the sight of it. What was wrong with me? Could it be that my wolf side was affected by the dragon because of the smell of its blood? Disregarding the fact that he was naked, I approached him and my breathing became labored as my senses heightened to an intense level I never knew possible. When I saw how he curled himself in a fetal position with his hand holding his bloody abdomen, my blood boiled and I punched the rock he was laying close to. “Who would dare do such a thing to him!” I angrily said aloud and that was when his eyes opened causing my breath to get caught in my throat. He was breathtaking! His lashes were white as his eyebrows and they shimmered while his iris were gray in color. “Ingrid,” he breathed out and my eyes widened at the fact that he knew my name.