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Willowridge, Kentucky has a dark secret. Women go missing from the town, and no one wants to acknowledge it. Which is exactly what happened with Bella's sister, Allie. Without the help of the police on her side, Bella keeps hitting dead ends on locating her sister. That is until she… Read More
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The prologue opens with a funeral scene shrouded in a thick blanket of mist, set within a desolate, rain-soaked cemetery on the city's fringes. The protagonist, Rachel, a vibrant young woman whose dreams of becoming a celebrated journalist were brutally extinguished, lies in her coffin. Her life was cruelly taken… Read More
"The Silent Witness" follows Thomas, who takes up watching his neighbors during lockdown. One night, he observes a woman in distress and a man with a knife in the house across the street. Thomas calls the police, who intervene and arrest the man. The incident leaves Thomas feeling responsible for… Read More
Summary of "The Perfect Crime" Eleanor Collins, a wealthy widow fascinated by the darker sides of human nature, believes two strangers can commit the perfect crime. She meets Victor Harrington, a playwright, at a gala, and they bond over this theory. Together, they meticulously plan and execute the murder of… Read More
Elara, a young girl from the town of Eldergrove, develops a habit of making wishes at 11:11. Initially innocent, these wishes grow increasingly profound and powerful, bringing unexpected and eerie consequences. Her wishes begin manifesting in strange ways, such as summoning a mysterious friend named Lilith, gaining knowledge of ancient… Read More
In the premiere episode of "Empire of Privilege," we are introduced to the central characters at an opulent ball hosted by the Lexington family. As tensions simmer beneath the surface, we witness the intricate dynamics of wealth, power, and ambition. Lexi Lexington grapples with her family's expectations, while Ethan Blackwood… Read More
in the quiet city streets, no one is safe from the shadows that follow them. anna calloway, a seasoned investigator with a haunted past, thought she'd left the nightmares behind. but when she's assigned to a case involving a sinister stalker who has driven multiple victims to the edge of… Read More
Jaisha was once known for her warmth and carefree spirit. But now, her silence speaks louder than words, leaving her sister, Tabeenah, desperate to understand the change that has taken hold. When Jaisha reveals the mysterious influence of an artist named Arham, the sisters' bond is put to the test.… Read More

Book / Mystery and Crime

October 08, 2024

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Comments: 3

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Zartaj Mehmud's life takes a chilling turn when a mysterious woman starts following her outside Punjab Girls Hostel #11. What begins as unsettling encounters soon spirals into a dangerous game of cat and mouse, leaving Zartaj and her friends trapped in a web of fear. As her stalker closes in,… Read More
It's an anthology so every chapter is in reality a one-shot. Step back into the foggy streets of Victorian London and uncover the mysteries that even Sherlock Holmes himself has yet to reveal. In "Sherlock Holmes: Anthology of Untold Adventures," this collection of short stories breathes new life into the… Read More
A Vampire erotica, horror, supernatural, mystery and crime t.v show novel. Read More
David Stuckey is a typical 6th grader, but he considers himself to be less than average in an attempt to avoid being bullied. This tactic doesn't work, so David tries a different approach. *I do not condone these actions. This story is all fiction and what is written here should… Read More
this mystery unfolds in a small town called manga nagar in the year 1993. teenagers, nisha, kaveri, and anu, who wish for a peaceful life, need to solve it. three girls and the mysterious disappearance of valuables. will they be able to solve the mystery and bring back peace to… Read More
Summary After a long day at work, Alex meets a mysterious woman on a train ride home. Their instant connection leads to a wild night filled with strange encounters, underground bars, and conversations that blur the lines between reality and fantasy. As the night unfolds, Alex becomes more entranced—and unsettled—by… Read More

Book / Romance

September 29, 2024

Reads: 9801

Comments: 110

Shelves: 13

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Psychology- The study of the mind... Just for to remind... Read More

Book / Fantasy

September 27, 2024

I know the cover is hideous, but I can't draw or paint and refuse to use AI, so: kindergarten noir it is. Let's make it happen! Plot: Ask (main character) is asked to look for a missing child. The child's parents – Woman and Man – act strange about the… Read More

Poem / Poetry

September 26, 2024

Reads: 31

Comments: 1

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We should give it a try, and see what takes place. My poem. Read More

Reads: 99

Comments: 2

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This is gonna be good. Read More

Short Story / Flash Fiction

September 25, 2024

Reads: 115

Comments: 2

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Matt wakes up and finds his buddy Theo telling him a rather puzzling story of what happened when he was asleep. Read More
Detective Walker, one of the best detectives in the police force, feels bored of his mundane life until one case piques his curiosity. The intriguing narrative concludes with an unexpected twist. Read More

Book / Mystery and Crime

September 21, 2024

Reads: 645

Comments: 1

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During a school trip, a strange incident happened to Sonya: she fell behind the class and found herself in the forest, where someone attacked her. The girl was saved from death by a wolf that suddenly appeared from the thicket. Ten years later, Sonya returns to that place on vacation.… Read More

Book / Romance

September 18, 2024

Reads: 599

Shelves: 1

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A young woman, Julia, starts receiving mysterious and romantic letters from an anonymous admirer. As the letters continue, she finds herself falling for this mysterious person, but soon, the tone of the letters shifts, becoming darker and more possessive. While she navigates her feelings, strange events begin to occur, making… Read More

Book / Horror

September 18, 2024

Reads: 104

Comments: 3

Shelves: 1

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In the serene isolation of the countryside, three sisters—Abigail, Lillian, and their late teen sibling—have recently relocated to a new home with their mother. But what seems like a fresh start quickly turns into a nightmare when eerie occurrences begin to unfold. Strange noises, unsettling visions, and inexplicable events plague… Read More
This piece of work is dedicated to Kim; Then, also in an extended way, to all of you lovely ladies who have inspired the spark of it's creation... A Happy Birthday, & blessed life to those who are so special to the rest of us all... Passionate; The act of… Read More
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