The Fire Within

Modern

The heavy thud of the release stamp was the only goodbye I got from the warden after five years in federal prison. I stepped out into the blinding sun, expecting the same flash of paparazzi bulbs that had seen me dragged away in handcuffs, but there was only a single black limousine idling on the shoulder of the road. Inside sat my mother and sister, clutching champagne and looking at my frayed coat with pure disgust. They didn't offer a welcome home; instead, they tossed a thick legal document onto the table and told me I was dead to the city. "Gavin and I are getting engaged," my sister Mia sneered, flicking a credit card at me like I was a stray dog. "He doesn't need a convict ex-fiancée hanging around." Even after I saved their lives from an armed kidnapping attempt by ramming the attackers off the road, they rewarded me by leaving me stranded in the dirt. When I finally ran into Gavin, the man who had framed me, he pinned me against a wall and threatened to send me back to a cell if I ever dared to show my face at their wedding. They had stolen my biotech research, ruined my name, and let me rot for half a decade while they lived off my brilliance. They thought they had broken me, leaving me with nothing but an expired chapstick and a few old photos in a plastic bag. What they didn't know was that I had spent those five years becoming "Dr. X," a shadow consultant with five hundred million dollars in crypto and a secret that would bring the city to its knees. I wasn't just a victim anymore; I was a weapon, and I was pregnant with the heir they thought they had erased. I walked into the Melton estate and made an offer to the most powerful man in New York. "I'll save your grandfather's life," I told Horatio Melton, staring him down. "But the price is your last name. I'm taking back what's mine, and I'm starting with the man who thinks he's marrying my sister."

Romance

She swore to avenge her parents. He swore he was innocent. But the heart doesn't always follow the rules. After years of searching, Monica finally comes face to face with the man she believes murdered her parents. Gad is everything she imagined; dangerous, inexplicable, and impossible to trust. But

Sci-fi

In a post-apocalyptic world, Amni is a warrior, and in her state, a hero and worshipped for what she has done to save the world. But when she meets the man that she falls in love with, she must choose from still being the hero that everyone looks to and depends on to save the world, or if she has to

Young Adult

"The Resilience Within” is an inspiring and captivating tale that follows the life of Anabel, a young woman navigating the hardships and triumphs of her post-university journey. From the challenges she faces after graduation to the torture life puts her through, Anabel's story embodies the resilienc

Adventure

Cassandra had been in a daze all day, the rosy flush on her delicate pale cheeks refusing to fade. Even while handing documents to Tony, she couldn't meet his deep, narrow eyes. The usually assertive woman now carried a softer, more vulnerable air-something Tony found unexpectedly... alluring. How h

Adventure

In a realm of mystery and danger untold, A hero emerges, brave and bold. Through ancient lands and mythical lore, They embark on a quest like never before. With companions loyal and foes that lurk, They seek a treasure hidden in the murk. Through trials and tests, their mettle is tried, As secrets

Literature

The Transvaal from Within by J. P. Fitzpatrick

Werewolf

Born into a werewolf family but believing she was ordinary-until her father is framed and exiled for a crime he didn't commit and she is forced to step into the limelight as an alpha for her pack. What ivy doesn't know is that her entire life has been built on lies , from an ancient prophesy tied to

Romance

Falling for the man who is paying you for sex is a dangerous business. Stella Wyatt is running from an abusive past she'd like to forget. She secures a new identity by working at a brothel to stay hidden. When her once knight-in-shining armor boyfriend becomes what she escaped, she feels responsible

Romance

Alessia Amara, a 28-year-old down to earth woman, was living a luxurious life, and a happy go lucky one. Her Father, a politician who has a great amount of supporters, decided to hired someone to accompany and protect her since the election is approaching, he chose Hunter Levi, a 31-year-old retire

Werewolf

Nova is a young werewolf who has been isolated from the world for 17 years. She has never met another werewolf, and she has no idea of her own true nature. One day, Nova's father comes to her with two shocking pieces of information: she is a rare white werewolf, and she must choose a mate from among

Romance

The Storm Within is a poetic memoir that delves into the tumultuous relationship between the narrator and her husband. Chronicling the dualities of love and hate, attraction and repulsion, the book explores the complexities of their bond. As the relationship deteriorates into episodes of explosive c

Romance

In 16th century Europe, where humans believe wolves are mere folklore, shape-shifters live secretly among them. Ryker Flynn, last surviving member of the Emberclaw Pack, seeks vengeance against the Shadowmoon Pack for massacring his family. But as war rages between wolves and vampires, Ryker must un

Young Adult

When aspiring musician Maya faces rejection from a prestigious music academy, her dreams of stardom seem to slip away. But Maya's passion for music and determination to succeed refuse to be silenced. As she navigates the challenges of pursuing her dreams, Maya must confront her own doubts and fears.

Romance

Olivia Smith's life had always been perfect, and she was envied by everyone around her. She was treated well and loved by her parents. She was living the life any girl would dream of, but everything changed when she got married to Lucas Garrison. Her parents died a few weeks after her marriage, le

Billionaires

Lyra Ravens fancies herself married to the perfect husband, until he disappears, leaving in his trail a box of secrets that shatters her completely. She is barely recovering, when she discovers she is to be legally married to Orion Blackwood, who claims to be her husband's best friend. The best frie

Werewolf

Shea Vestine was an orphan who grew up to be an innocent and kind lady in the Riverstone Pack. She was a servant omega who just wanted to find her mate before her eighteenth birthday – hoping that it would be a strong one and could save her weak wolf. However, if not, they will have to move to the S

Adventure

In a previous volume, “The Green Flag,” I have assembled a number of my stories which deal with warfare or with sport. In the present collection those have been brought together which are concerned with the grotesque and with the terrible—such tales as might well be read “rou

Literature

Before proceeding to the consideration of life as lived in the French Army, it would be well to have a clear understanding of the constitution of the Army of France, the parts of which it is composed, and the conditions under which it is organised and controlled. The British Army is a growth of year

Werewolf

The saying goes that the moon and the sun were once lovers, destined to be together for all time. And that in a jealous rage the stars cursed them to be separated for all eternity. They say the sun loved the moon very much, so much so, that the sun died every day just to let the moon breathe. Alexa

Literature

What if there were a way to magically change everything undesirable about your life and instantly begin to find more joy and satisfaction? According to New Thought leader and noted intellectual Henry Thomas Hamblin, there is -- and amazingly enough, all that it entails is making some adjustments in