the stones of venice

Humans, Werewolves and Vampires signed a truce hundreds of years ago since the last war of 2000 that left them almost extinct. They attend schools together, work in the same places, have joint ceremonies. What the elders doesn’t permit is intermarriage, it’s a forbidden relationship. On their eighteenth birthday, a tattoo Mark of either their helper, mate or half soul emerge on their bodies each the exact replica of the other, the tattoos are sacred since it’s only two people that shares the unique mark. What will happen when a human prince gets two different marks the morning of his eighteenth birthday?, Read to find out!!!!

Eighteen years ago, a mother sacrificed her baby to Lucifer in return of the baby safety. The mother died during the birth, Lucifer accepted the sacrifice, and he’ll be back to claim what he owns. Nova, a depressed half-wolf, half-human girl. On one lonely night she decides to end things, she'd end up in hell, but even real hell can't be as bad as her life. That until the king of hell scolds her, and tan her bum claiming her as his. This is a ddlg/cgl/SFW story, be warned!

When his snobbish future in-laws travel all the way from Boston to visit, wise-cracking Southerner Wiley Cantrell learns gay marriage is not without its disadvantages. He’s preoccupied by concerns over the health of his special needs son Noah, a meth baby who was not expected to live yet is now on the cusp of puberty, and the antics of Wiley's outrageous would-be mother-in-law and severely conservative father-in-law strain his relationship with Jackson Ledbetter, a pediatric nurse who poses problems of his own. As their respective families meet and greet, each just as meddlesome and inflexible as the other, North meets South and the fireworks and cultural misunderstandings are plenty.<br><br>Then a tornado blows through the small Mississippi town where Wiley's mother lives, wrecking his mother's house and leaving their lives in disarray. And Jackson's secret drug addiction comes to light, devastating Wiley and Noah. With so many stones in the road, Wiley and Jackson find their dream of becoming a real family falling apart. Though Wiley relies on humor to cope, he'll need something more to keep his happily ever after from slipping away.

The Eight Lands of Pharr are in trouble, and the only ones who can help are a young princess and the sister she believes lost. They hold two of the four Magical Stones, created long ago by an Ancient Mystic to channel the magic of his bloodline.<br><br>But when an evil witch named Patadora Coggs seeks to control the Stones, the two girls must join forces to save their unsuspecting world.<br><br>With them is a motley crew gathered as they travel to retrieve the remaining two Stones. Airk Ranon, cynical Weapons Master. The Baret Wray and First Commander Dungan Weir, who command King Randel's army. Elke, a centurion who has never been away from home. Skotak, an Emini Plainsman who provides steeds for the travelers. Dreux, a young prince seeking adventure, and his lover, Estelle. And Kitt, a young orphan held enslaved by pirates.<br><br>Chased by Patadora's Maelnords and her own shapeshifting daughter, and by the infamous Weapons Master's outlaw reputation, the young friends travel land and sea in their quest to find the last two Stones. Once they have the Magical Stones of Pharr in their possession, they must travel to the witch's lair and end her evil reign of terror.

It's 1953, and the golden age of Hollywood musicals. Paul Dunham couldn't be hotter on the dancefloor or the silver screen. Hoping to capitalize on Paul's popularity, the studio pairs him with up-and-comer Jack Wells.<br><br>On the marquee, it's a match made in heaven, but for Paul, it's a personal hell. He hates Jack's newfangled acting style, and he hates Jack's blue eyes, and he especially hates the fact that Jack is one of the most talented dancers he has ever met.<br><br>Jack, however, doesn't hate Paul. In fact, everything Paul does fascinates him. After their first meeting, Jack is determined to win Paul over, and he won't back down until Paul admits the two of them are perfect partners ... in every way.

For every MC that rises to the heavens, countless side characters bite the dust. This is a first-person anthology of the tragic stories of the mountains of corpses that lost their voices under the damage caused by the unfair tropes. "Molesting the cultivation world, one trope at a time."

A girl who has a special ability to manipulate nature, she didn't know what's happening around her so she slowly wanted to know everything around her. A cold CEO appears who takes fascinating to her. Lets see how things going to solve.

Nineteen years ago, a war was waged in the Dream World between the forces of the Dream King and the forces of the Nightmare King. This was because the Nightmare King broke the Sovereign Law governing the World Of Dreams and had a child with the Princess Of Dreams. A child, whose powers could create or destroy the dreams of Humanity. This child was cast into the Human World. Now after Nineteen Years, he must fight to restore order to the Dream World.

The Invisible Stepping Stone is based on the actual life of an Indian woman who since her birth struggled with her family issues and most of the time felt unwanted by her parents. It is a definitive statement on the middle-class, teenage to adulthood world. It's about what she went through to reach where she is now. It does offer insight on how Indian women living in a chauvinism world. It is, however, a highly personal and specific book. As such, I hope will provide insights into the increasingly complicated world in which we live. Names, dates, places and certain events have been changed in accordance with the wishes of those concerned.

The Power of Love Breaking Stones In the kingdom of Veridonia, nestled between emerald plains and sapphire mountains, beauty and power have flourished under the guidance of wise and just rulers. This enchanting realm, known for its prosperity and tranquillity, hides a shadow—an ancient prophecy whispering of a powerful love that could reshape the kingdom's foundation. Princess Seraphina, a beacon of grace and strength, embodies the spirit of Veridonia. Revered for her beauty and wisdom, she is beloved by her people. Yet beneath her serene exterior lies a deep yearning for a love transcending duty and destiny. Her father, King Alaric, a formidable ruler, believes in forging alliances through marriage and has betrothed Seraphina to Prince Thaddeus of Elaria. Though Thaddeus is noble and skilled, his heart lacks the warmth Seraphina seeks. As the kingdom prepares for the grand wedding, Seraphina feels a growing heaviness. During a solitary walk in the palace gardens, she meets Lucien, a humble stonemason with a talent for artistry. Their encounter is serendipitous, and Lucien's warmth and depth captivate the princess. Their initial conversations soon