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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.

Shen Yuan transmigrates into "Heavenly Sword Sovereign," the trashiest cultivation harem novel he ever read. He wakes up as Shen Yuan—the disposable second villain whose entire job is to humiliate heroines so the protagonist, Chen Wuji, can rescue them. He knows the plot. He knows every "heroine acquisition event." He knows that in Chapter 200, his entire clan gets annihilated because he "bullied" the wrong women. His survival strategy is simple: Hit his marks, deliver his lines, then vanish before the protagonist arrives. The problem: His soul is from another world. It carries a "dissonance"—a spiritual frequency that spiritually sensitive women can perceive. They don't just see his villain mask. They perceive the terrified, kind-hearted, desperately apologetic man underneath. And there are five such women. Five women who were scripted to hate him forever. Five women who instead discover that the "villain" is the only honest man in a world of lies.

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?

I died because of a gummy bear. Now I'm trapped inside my little sister's favorite otome game as Nameless NPC #037—a background character so unimportant he doesn't even have dialogue. Perfect. No heroine routes. No villain flags. No dramatic events. My plan is simple: stay invisible, graduate, and survive. Then the heroine starts answering my thoughts. Not the ones I say out loud. The ones inside my head. Every sarcastic comment. Every panicked spiral. Every opinion I would never say out loud. They hears all of it. And here's the problem: when I panic hard enough, reality listens too. My knowledge of the game keeps accidentally rewriting events. A prince's first confession gets derailed because I thought too loud about magical feedback. A villainess stops being villainous because I forgot to guard my thoughts near her. The script is falling apart. Now five girls can hear me think—wait, that's not right. Four can hear me. One just watches me and knows anyway, and honestly that might be worse. I only wanted to be a background character. Apparently, the background has other plans.

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 .

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.

Set against the untamed beauty of the Philippine archipelago during the late 19th century, "Wild, Wild Love!" narrates the passionate and untamed love story of a strong-willed woman with a thirst for adventure, and a mysterious and rugged cowboy with a heart of gold. Their destinies entwine beneath the expansive, starlit skies. Amidst the changes sweeping through this exotic frontier. As they confront the challenges of the untamed wilderness, their love burns fiercely, but it's fraught with obstacles. Together, they must conquer the perils of uncharted territory, face their enigmatic pasts, and ultimately discover a path to a life imbued with the wild, wild love that binds their hearts. (Credits to the rightful owner of the photo/art used for the cover photo)

Sophie Wexler transmigrated into a novel about The Galaxy, becoming the vicious, F-rank Healer-class cannon fodder. The original owner constantly caused trouble and made things difficult for the female lead, earning her the hatred of the entire internet. Upon transmigrating and seeing that everything had been ruined by the original owner, Sophie's only thought was: "What kind of nightmare start is this?!" To escape the original owner's fate, Sophie Wexler worked diligently, conducted herself conscientiously, stayed away from the male and female leads, compensated the soldiers harmed by the original owner, and strove to be a model citizen of The Galaxy, absolutely refusing to be the cannon fodder 'offed' by the Imperial Marshal! Broke and powerless, Sophie also had to support a man who'd been innocently dragged into the original owner's mess. She had no choice but to hustle. She started live streaming, became a masked singer, and held concerts. At first, netizens were scornful: 【Tsk, how good can she possibly sound?】 Later, the netizens were forced to eat their words. 【Damn, that's so good I'm on my knees!】 【What the hell, the violent episode of my Disorder Period has actually been soothed?!】 【The toxins in my Spiritual Sea have actually been eliminated!】 Her live streams went viral, the masked singer became a huge sensation, and tickets for her concerts were snapped up across The Galaxy. Sophie was content, thinking, "This time, I must have finally escaped the original owner's fate, right?" But what do you know, the man I've been doting on and supporting is actually the Imperial Marshal?! --- One day, Yancey Forrest came home to find that the boisterous person who was always claiming to be good to him was gone. His eyes darkened. Provoke me and then think you can leave? After catching her, Yancey traced his fingertips along Sophie's neck, smiling gently. "Why run?" Sophie trembled. "You... you're the Imperial Marshal?" His identity exposed, Yancey Forrest took her hand and slowly placed it on his own neck ring. "You know I won't kill you, don't you?"