crank by ellen hopkins

Nearly 500 years have passed since the so-called "Apocalypse" where the souls had taken control over the human vessels and grew into fierce monsters. And the humans couldn't procreate anymore. A small frail kid saved humanity from getting wiped out of the face of the earth through his strangely powerful and unique techniques and taught them to the humans that followed him. He became a legend, and from his teachings, humans were able to tap into their "chi" to stabilize their souls by manifesting their soul essence into special weapons called "cranks". A very few thousands of last generation humans that remained or stayed alive by becaming crankers now constitutes the only humanity left on the planet. And they should continue to keep levelling up their cranks by slaying monsters and siphoning their souls to stay immortal and most of them tend to form teams to increase their odds.  Everything was wrist-slittingly boring like that until one of those teams went ahead and mistakenly awakened the legend kid from his deep, and sound slumber.  ------------ Daily 2 or 3 chapters ------------ I'm an aspiring writer. And English is not my native language. So, please suggest any upgrades or changes to my story. And don't forget to comment. Writing is a tad bit easier with enough motivation. --------- Unfortunately, the book cover doesn't belong to me. I found it on the Pinterest. And edited it a little. Credits on the art goes to the original artist.

Marius Rabineaux lives with his daughter Sherie in an apartment complex. Across the hall is computer tech Xavier McDay, whose niece, Tonya, is best friends with Sherie. Taciturn, clueless nerds have never been Marius's thing, so no matter how hot he may find ‘Uncle Cranky,’ Marius leaves well enough alone.<br><br>One evening when Marius picks up Sherie from her playdate with Tonya, Xavier insults his parenting skills. Later, Xavier turns up at Marius’ workplace and, instead of apologizing, further offends him by disparaging his work ethic.<br><br>Xavier finally gets it and apologizes to Marius, who decides to give his clueless neighbor another chance. He accepts Xavier’s offer inviting him and Sherie to dinner. The evening is a fun affair, and while the girls have dessert in Tonya's room, both men get to know each other better.<br><br>Then Marius challenges Xavier to a night away from computers by going out to a night club. One thing leads to another, and they wind up back at Xavier’s apartment. As things crank up between them, will they get more than they bargain for ... and perhaps a chance at something more?

Currently not being continued. Story elements will be implemented in another story when created. Born under the star of the crab, Rain is a Craw; considered by society to be weak, worthless, and only fit to be a servant because of one reason. Craw's are notoriously believed to be incapable of magic. Orphaned, and impoverished Rain struggles to protect his sister who's been cursed and transformed into a black cat. Managing to join Odin's Fists: an organization of mercenaries sent out to complete high-risk tasks for equally high reward. Through determination and hard work, Rain has managed to fight equally against weak magicians and support his family. However, prejudice is strong, and life is never static. Facing more and more struggles everyday Rain fights his own self-hatred and insecurities as much as he fights the world itself. Facing the dilemma of finding his own path in a world determined to force him down another.

Jennifer Lee is an autistic Organizational Psychologist in a company called Zephyr & Co. She faces day-to-day challenges. An unexpected situation awaits her. Han Gyeol, the CEO's son crosses paths with her causing a stir in both of their lives. Would this be prove to be beneficial or would it pose a threat to her?

Avalon Carter, Alpha of the Todium pack is about to walk into the biggest surprise of his life...... literally. Gaia and Iris belong to a family of the last pure blood race of vampires, The Flaningtons. Forced into hiding for centuries because of an obsessive vampire, could it be faith that draws Gaia out of hiding and onto the werewolves territory in search of her wondering sister? Gaia Flanington stumbles onto their territory in search of her sister, Iris who disobeyed palace laws and ventured out of the barrier protecting their territory. Iris said 'a voice called out to her'; turns out that voice was Avalon's younger brother Keiho. With Alpha blood running through Avalons' veins and Gaia's vampiric short temper, it's a test of their overprotective and possessive nature that challenges the strength of their newly formed relationship. Could she trust her mate enough to reveal her secrets? Could she pull down the wall around her heart and trust her mate enough to let the memories that haunt her dissolve as their bond grows? Follow them on a road of trust and betrayal with a haunting past, comedic interactions, and heartbreaking moments.

Zui re was woke up and she noticed something different. When she woke up she saw six men. All of them was crazy. They were still together until now. Taecyeon was so stubborn, Wooyoung always make trouble, Nichkhun was like angel but when he angry he will became devil, Minjun was like a team leader but he not the leader, Junho always asked question until all of them always wanted to run away from him, Chansung was the younger but he was born the same year with Junho. Junho was in January and he was in February. Wooyoung ideas were brilliant but it had corns from the ideas. He suggested to Minjun to go to the club. Finally, Minjun got into trouble because his 'brilliant' ideas. Junho always wanted to the answered for his questions. That why he always asked and asked. Finally, they just left him with his questions. Chansung was silent for the most time. He didn't talk to much and he just follow the other members. But when he started to talk no one can understand what he talk about because he always changed the topic. Minjun liked a big brother all the other members obeyed to his order. That made him looked liked grandpa sometimes. But he always got to bully by the other members especially Junho. Taecyeon almost burned their dorm when he wanted to cook lunch for the other members. But he still wanted to cook even Nichkhun was stopped him. Finally, they ate at the cafe. Nichkhun was not different from the other members. Actually, he the funny member in 2PM. He liked an angel and always help the other members. He will became devil when he wanted to bully someone. All of them always help each other and make problems together. They love did what they wanted. Friendship more than 10 years made them always be together. Half of this story were based on true stories and all the characters were true people and their attitude also true only Zui re character was create in this story. Another half story were created to make stories became more interest. If you wanted to know which one was based on true story you just comment and I will tell you. Taecy, In mangatoon this novel was already released and the chapters was more from webnovel.

The world has always been normal. You wake up go to work, school, or the gym. You get home. You watch television and go to sleep just to repeat the cycle again the next morning. Sleeping has always been normal as well. A dark atmospheric realm where time passes so much faster; or so it seems. So why is something different happening today? Not only do I dream of a new entity, but it's as if I've lost something my brain kept as a memory. Something has transfigured. My world feels as though its not as normal as it should be...

Story about a Crazy Dude named Zack and his crazy creations. This will probably suck but whatever enjoy or roast me have fun with it.

A child grows under abusive parents. He is saved by someone who will be his wife in the future. However, dark plans are being drawn by those who lurk in the shadows and his family(in the future) is destroyed by these people. Seeking revenge despite being on last breath, he curses at them before giving a sacrifice, one he will regret later on. He touches and walks on an unknown path, unexplored by any existence born after the void. Watch as he walks on his lonely road with his broken self. He who fights monsters should look to it that he himself does not become a monster - Friedrich Nietzsche

Alistair Count, the world's first ever vampire, was left for dead after being betrayed and sustaining a lethal injury that threatens his life. In a last-ditch effort to save his life, Alistair was placed in a state of forced induced sleep. Vampires are vengeful creatures, and Alistair was no exception. After centuries of slumber, Alistair awoke in the 21st century. Determined on hunting down the man who hurt both his body and heart. Hatred seemed to be the only thing that had room In his un-beating heart. But there was something else that Alistair hadn't counted on - a green-eyed human who was determined to get close to him. Suddenly Alistair's hatred and rage slowly gave way to something he hadn't felt in centuries - something that both thrilled and terrified him. Alistair not only has to fight all the demons haunting him from his past but also the constant craving to ravish the little human boy.