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Being old is a promise. No one can escape it. Only those privileged by God leave this mundane life at an early age. "The Monologue of an Old Man" is a glimpse into the soul of The Old Man Em Jay, a man who has lived alone for the past fifteen years. Through a compilation of deeply emotional short stories, The Old Man Em Jay, reflects on his life, marked by both love and loss. What sets this compilation apart is its unique interconnectedness. Have you ever read a novel where you can start from the center, pick any chapter at random, and find yourself wanting to read more? That's the beauty of "The Monologue of an Old Man." Readers can pick any story at random and discover the subtle threads that weave together Em Jay’s experiences, creating a tapestry of shared moments and profound reflections. Each story stands alone, yet there is a magical connection between them, revealing deeper layers of Em Jay's journey and the lives he touches.

I bet you are all wondering what this novel is about right? Should I tell you? Yes? No? Huh? Get with it already and tell us what the novel is about? Fine! Ruin my fun! My name is Nagano Riku, I found myself in a new world after some kind of incident happened in my classroom. Luckily I did not turn into something weird. I was at least in a human form. Anyway, because I was transmigrated to this place, I decided to see what this world had to offer. Never did I expect that down the road, my actions would lead to things that would change this new world beyond belief. Not to mention all things I end up having to do, like fighting heroes, being called a demon lord, and chased from every town I try to visit! But more importantly... I'm hungry... Show your support and buy me a coffee! https://ko-fi.com/invayne https://discord.gg/79yyJSD Follow on twitter: https://twitter.com/AuthorInvayne Follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/invayne/ **Cover Art Not Mine!** I Will updated when I get a new cover.

Acquiring actual skills, interests and ideals... Is a hard task! How can you make sure, that everything you do is not an absolute waste of time, leading to less than nothing? Therefore, the main character of the story, the man affectionally called 'Nista' a name that, essentially, has no meaning, and "No meaning" is not the meaning of it either, obligates himself to nothing, aside from Visual novels! Reveling in his unemployed and severely uneducated life-style, refusing to go outside due to its dangers, the comfort of his life is challenged: unless poor Nista finds an actual job, his parents are going to stop sending him all the needed funds to slack away! So, o great' hero Nista... Can you depart on an adventure so dangerous, to seize the roots of a profession!?

In a world fraught with social injustice, economic disparities, and political turmoil, the quest for balance and harmony seems more urgent than ever. Emily Parker, a brilliant young sociologist and doctoral candidate, is determined to find a solution. Deeply troubled by the increasing polarization and extremism that threaten the fabric of society, Emily embarks on an intellectual journey to develop a framework that can address these pressing issues.

Synopsis: The Villain's Monologue Genre: Psychological Thriller / Urban Fantasy / Noir / K-Drama Setting: Modern Day Seoul, South Korea Logline To the world, he is the eighteen-year-old "Nation's Angel"—a beloved top actor. But when he witnesses injustice, a terrifying compulsion turns him into a brutal punisher of evil. As a sharp detective closes in, Han Ji-hoon must play the role of a lifetime to keep his dark alter ego hidden. The Story The Mask Han Ji-hoon (18) has everything: fame, wealth, and the adoration of an entire country. Known as "The Nation’s Little Brother," he is the picture of innocence, modesty, and kindness. But Ji-hoon lives in constant fear of himself. He suffers from a unique, uncontrollable psychological condition: "The Shadow." The Curse Ji-hoon possesses a hyper-empathy that snaps when he witnesses genuine malice. When he sees the weak being tormented—whether it’s a street thug beating an elder or a rich classmate bullying a scholarship student—his empathy vanishes. In its place, a cold, calculating, and violent persona emerges. He doesn't just stop the crime; he dismantles the criminal with the precision of a surgeon and the cruelty of a monster. He becomes "Evil" to stop evil. The Inciting Incident One rainy night in Gangnam, Ji-hoon succumbs to his compulsion and brutally hospitalizes three gangsters assaulting an old man. He escapes, but makes a rookie mistake: he leaves a footprint from a rare, limited-edition sneaker. The Hunter Enter Detective Kang Do-jin, a cynical veteran of the Violent Crimes Unit. Kang doesn't believe in demons; he believes in evidence. He tracks the sneaker print to Seoul Arts High School and sets his sights on Ji-hoon. Kang sees through the "Angel" persona, sensing the metallic scent of blood beneath the expensive cologne. The Conflict A high-stakes cat-and-mouse game ensues. By day, Ji-hoon must navigate press conferences, film sets, and high school, maintaining his perfect image while suffering the mental toll of his violence. By night, he struggles to suppress the "Shadow" as triggers appear everywhere—from corrupt directors in the industry to sadistic bullies in his classroom. As the detective tightens the net, Ji-hoon finds himself cornered. The bullying at school escalates, pushing his control to the breaking point. If he acts, he gets caught and loses everything. If he does nothing, he becomes a bystander to the evil he despises. The Question In a world full of monsters wearing human faces, is the boy who becomes a monster to stop them a hero... or the greatest villain of them all?

This isn't a story, This is a book of thoughts, thoughts of someone that doesn't exist ,someone created from an imagination that didn't know what to do with itself .

El 1 de diciembre de 2022 el jurado del Concurso Nacional de Cuento "Hubert Lanssiers 2022", compuesto por los escritores Miluska Benavides, Leslie Guevara, Alejandro Neyra, Gustavo Rodríguez y Miguel Ruíz Effio, se reunió para elegir a los ganadores y menciones honrosas de dicho concurso. Se recibieron 151 relatos a nivel nacional, y se contó con un comité lector integrado por 80 voluntarios designados por Machucabotons Escuela de Escritura, para la lectura y preelección. Hecha la apertura de los sobres, la relación de ganadores quedó establecida de esta forma: Primer premio "Camel - Pulp" por Ostracista Seudónimo de EDWIN WALTER TOVAR CHUMPITAZ Segundo premio "Los cobardes no van al cielo" por Aaron Champi Seudónimo de EDWIN WALTER TOVAR CHUMPITAZ Se hace notar que es la primera vez en la historia del concurso que un participante recibe en simultáneo el primer y segundo premio. El jurado interpreta este hecho como un testimonio de talento literario y felicita el autor.

Kazuki Tanaka is a perceptive but socially withdrawn high school student at Sakura High School. The story follows his daily life, primarily through his rich inner monologue, as he navigates the complexities of school life, family relationships, and his own personal growth.

Content Warnings: This story contains explicit and graphic content that may be disturbing to some readers. Warnings include, but are not limited to: graphic violence, gore, body horror, psychological torture, child death, desecration of corpses, and themes of systemic abuse and corruption. Reader discretion is strongly advised. In a world where the nobility's grace is a gilded mask for unspeakable cruelty, an orphaned boy named Mormond watches his world burn. After the brutal murder of his adoptive sister, Nini, at the hands of arrogant aristocrats, something inside him shatters and is remade into a monstrous new form. In his grief, he manifests a terrifying and unique power, becoming the "Puppeteer Calamity"—a vengeful artist who reanimates Nini's broken corpse, transforming her into a beautiful and deadly marionette of vengeance. Their bloody crusade begins in the slums of Marlock, but soon their stage expands to the decadent and corrupt empire of Omnia, a place where the elite literally consume the souls of slum children to preserve their own vitality. Hiding behind the flawless disguise of "Milos," an innocent and cherubic orphan, Mormond infiltrates the highest echelons of power. He orchestrates a masterful campaign of psychological warfare, not with brute force, but with whispers. He turns nobles against each other, drives them to madness, and forces them to author their own destruction, all while they believe him to be a harmless, lucky charm. Each conquest ends with a new, horrifying puppet added to his public collection—a gallery of corpses left as a chilling signature. His reign of terror does not go unnoticed. The empire's champion, Tifa—a swordmaster of holy light known as the Divine Guardian—is tasked with hunting the "Silver Shadow." She is his perfect opposite: a beacon of order and righteousness dedicated to protecting the very system Mormond seeks to annihilate. But as Mormond's web of control tightens around the empire's throat, an unforeseen complication arises. The ghost of Nini's true self begins to awaken within the puppet, her fragmented memories and prayers creating a glitch in his perfect control. This internal fracture becomes Mormond's greatest vulnerability. His desperate, violent attempts to maintain possession of his sister's soul expose him at the worst possible moment, forcing him from the shadows and into a direct, desperate conflict with Tifa and the full might of the empire. The Conductor's controlled performance descends into a chaotic war, where the price of his vengeance may be the very soul he fought so hard to keep. A novel by : ATLASBANAW

Léa Morvan a grandi en croyant qu'elle avait toutun nom, un avenir, et un frère qui brûlerait le monde entier pour la protéger. Elle n'a jamais remis en question pourquoi chaque homme qui s'approchait d'elle disparaissait. Elle appelait ça de l'amour. Elle appelait ça la famille. Puis elle est rentrée à la maison. Un coup de téléphone. Une étrangère en pleurs dans le couloir de son enfance. Une vérité qui a brisé vingt ans en un seul souffleelle n'a jamais été une Morvan. Elle a été échangée à la naissance. La famille qu'elle aimait ne lui a jamais appartenu. Humiliée, mise de côté, remplacée du jour au lendemain par une fille au bon sangLéa n'avait plus rien. Sauf lui. Ethan Morvan l'a coincée dans le couloir sombre, calme comme il l'avait toujours été, et a prononcé les mots qu'elle n'attendait jamais : Tu sais depuis combien de temps j'attendais ce moment ? Il avait toujours su. Il avait toujours planifié. Il l'avait gardée près de lui, chassé tous les hommes, et attendu le moment où elle ne serait plus appelée sa sœur. Maintenant Léa doit déciderEthan est-il son salut ou sa menace la plus dangereuse ? Une histoire sur une femme qui perd tout, y survit, et se relève plus forte. Et l'homme qui était obsédé par elle bien avant que ce soit permis.