Second Chance Stardom: From Desk to Director's Cut John Lee, a 35-year-old office worker, has long buried him childhood dreams of becoming an actor. Trapped in a monotonous job and unfulfilling relationships, he's resigned himself to a life of quiet desperation. But when his best friend Mia, now an assistant producer, offers him a small role in a film, John takes a leap of faith that will change his life forever. As John steps onto the set, he's thrust into the dazzling, demanding world of showbiz. Juggling his day job with late-night filming, he gradually hones his craft, mentored by a veteran actor who sees potential in his raw talent. When a stroke of luck lands him a bigger role, John must decide whether to risk it all for his dream. His meteoric rise brings fame, fortune, and a taste of his long-held aspirations. But the glitz and glamour come at a price. As He begins navigates the darker side of the industry - gossip, rivalries, and ethical dilemmas - he begins to question if this was truly the dream she wanted. A series of poor decisions and scandals send John's career into a tailspin. Blacklisted and alone, he hits rock bottom, forced to confront the person he's become. It's only when he rediscovers his passion for storytelling that John finds a new path forward. Enrolling in film school, John learns the ropes of production from the ground up. he pours her experiences into a screenplay, determined to tell his story on his own terms. Facing rejection from studios, he decides to produce and direct the film himself, calling in favors and giving opportunities to new talent along the way. As John's independent film debuts at a festival, she realizes that his true dream wasn't just to be in front of the camera, but to bring stories to life. The journey from office worker to actor to filmmaker has taught him invaluable lessons about perseverance, authenticity, and the power of second chances. Five years later, John runs a successful production company, using her platform to help other dreamers break into the industry. He's found fulfillment not in the spotlight, but in nurturing new talent and telling meaningful stories. John's second chance didn't just resurrect his old dream - it helped him discover his true calling.
Galen, the great city on the plains, was once a place of justice and light. Ruled by the King of Gales, who had mastered control of the plain's winds, it prospered, and people of all the nations flocked there for wisdom and refuge. That's what they say, anyway. If it had ever truly been that way it wasn't that way anymore. Once clear air choked lungs with smoke. Injustice and debauchery of all sorts could be found around every corner. The elemental powers of the people were now strictly regulated, and those who used them without permission often disappeared without a trace. The winds which once protected mighty Galen now raged, bent on its destruction. What had happened? Such questions were are above Weiren's paygrade. Determined to live a quiet life, Weiren worked a simple factory job and stayed out of trouble. When his brother Puren comes to him for help, however, Weiren makes a bold choice to reveal his own elemental power, the most hated of them all, wind, stepping far out of his comfort zone, changing his quiet life forever.
Cultivation meets Medieval European style fantasy! In a world of lords and martial rule Faust finds himself in the center of a series of world changing events. The arrival of a stranger marks the dawn of a new era. Watch the boy be one of the first to adapt to a new age of strife, intrigue and cultivation. Will he rise to be the greatest overlord to walk the lands of Salutio? Will he be swallowed by the tides of change? Only time will tell... A medieval society meets cultivation. A story by Brisi. The Sexual Content tag is for my own safety, this is not a smut story, though there will be certain sex scenes as they will be important to the story. Expect: Long series Release every day. Ruthless Cultivation Environment Romance
After the tragic death of his mother, young noble Ren Kriesten finds himself isolated and shunned by his peers due to his immature actions. Now, as he enters an elite academy, Ren must navigate the disdain of his classmates while uncovering the truth about his past—and the mystery surrounding his mother’s death. Amidst this turmoil, a mysterious figure tied to his Life Codex emerges, claiming to be the nexus of his power. This enigmatic guide sets Ren on a path toward absolute power, but the journey reveals that power comes with secrets far darker than he ever imagined. Authors note: Hi guys, I am really enthusiastic about this project, so I hope you guys enjoy it too. Also I realised original novels don't have that much interactions...so, read if you want to. Highly recommend giving it 30 chapters before dropping. I do not own the cover of the novel, if the original creator wants me to take it down I would be more than happy to do so. Please Enjoy.
Farah, seorang gadis yang bersedia menyerahkan sepenuh hatinya kepada Farhan, seorang pria yang Ia kenal melalui temannya lewat jalur ta'aruf. Tidak ada yang salah dengan proses ta'arufnya, kesalahan terbesarnya adalah Farah begitu mempercayai Farhan hingga Ia mengalami keterpurukan yang teramat sangat. -- Nantikan update kisahnya setiap hari! Salam, -KataPelita
A loyal Communist and Russian Enforcer strikes hard against any who oppose the Kremlin. Yet there appear's to be a people group that is especially resilient. He get's involved and realizes the world he knew for so long in Russia was not what it appeared to be.
"Her heart was cold as dead yet he embraced her with so much love" ----- Xavier: Sleeping Beauty, listen to me Frustrated by her lack of attention, he gently pushes her against the wall and draws near, so close that he can feel her heartbeat against his chest. Xavier: My dear Sleeping Beauty, please don't be upset with me. I can't bear your anger. Reina looked at him, eyes flashing with hurt. Reina: Why did you act like that at the party? He was just a young boy! Xavier: I can't stand anyone looking at you like that. You're mine, Reina. Mine to touch, to look at, to love. I can't lose you. Please understand. He wasn't looking at you… right. His voice breaks on the last word. He buries his face in her neck, his grip tightening slightly. Reina shivers, a mixture of fear and something else she can't name rising within her. Xavier: You're my peace, Reina—my only peace. I love you. Don't ever leave me. The room is silent, save for their ragged breaths. Reina closes her eyes, clinging to him. ----- It's a short story, I hope you all like it
When people experience grief, they look at themselves and see inadequacy. One young man saw true agony when his friend died trying to keep the boundary between the mundane and supernatural protected. Living only for fury. To repay this ‘gift’ that had been given to him. But what happened after achieving his goals? Suddenly, he realised it was the end of his journey. He had fulfilled his role. Willing to die with his eyes closed… However, fate had other plans for his story. A deal with the devil allowed him to be reborn in the past as another person. If he saw his friend again, could he save her? He will make sure that will be the case.
Axel Blaze is a college student who accidentally ends up finding an ancient space ship full of alien tech and among them is a wearable device. Wearing it grants Axel the abilities of a superhuman and a special gift as the ability to phase shift. Thus begins the journey of Axel Blaze as the Superhero 'Ghost'
Haruki Suou is a 20 year old man living with his younger sister who he cares for deeply as they live alone, while one day Haruki meets a man by the name of Aros in his dream and get's offered an offer to go to the Tower of Avernus and thus leading him to agree and beginning his Journey.
Fantastic, Happy, and Success are the words that you hear when you think about your life in the future. I also liked my life being successful and thrilling like any other teenage boy who has just got his voting rights and got his license. A life full of enjoyment a nice girlfriend whom you love, spend your days with her plan your trips and go on dates. But life does not go as planned.
Arya, a young man from Bali, finds himself caught in an unexpected adventure after discovering an ancient mask that transports him to another dimension. Guided by mystical figures and Indonesian legends, Arya embarks on a journey to uncover his destiny as the guardian between the human world and the spirit world. From the secretive village of Trunyan to the mystical forests of Bali, he uncovers hidden mysteries across the Archipelago. On this perilous journey, Arya must face supernatural creatures and evil forces that seek to disrupt the balance of the world, while learning more about himself and the fate he is destined to fulfill.
A young basketball star, age 13, coming up on 14 soon, loves to play basketball, and actually is insanely good at it. Not only is he fast, and has the stamina to maintain through an entire 48 minutes, but he also is a hard worker. After school, he usually goes to work out after all of that, doing his best to always be in the most fit, and the most pristine shape, all at the exact same time as well. There is only one problem in this story, which is the simple fact, that he is short, and you know the old term, usually for basketball, but also for a lot of other sports, which was 'short people can't play'. To be fair, all at the exact same time as well, the kid is still young, and he still has room to grow, but he is very short, and that means it's nearly impossible to shoot on his defenders. Luckily, his dribbling skills, and his moves work for him, and usually get the defender of balance, giving him an easy shot, but some times, he does not even have to do that, as he can pass it to an outlet man, and a shooter, or perhaps a big man in the paint. Trevor, is a very great player none the less, and he does a good job on rec league teams. He is tired of rec league though, and he wants to play high school basketball. The high school team has open try outs around early in the year, and he goes to the try out, all at the exact same time too. As he goes to try out, the coach just laughs at him, and doesn't really give him a chance, as he doesn't make the cut when all is said and done. This really hurts Trevor, as he wants a chance to do some thing with his skills. After school that day, he goes to his mother, and some how manages to transfer schools, to bit of a school out in the ghetto, as that is his only other choice. He tries out for the team there, but comes to find out that they have no coach, as their last one died last year. Without a coach, they have no team? Trevor is lost, but there is some one that is near him, he might be able to help him...
The war that ravaged the Great-Land for 500 years comes to a finale. A result of the appearance of the strongest mage in history, the Mage Emperor. Since he was a boy, Dominic had dreamed of surpassing this great mage. He joins the Magic Knights; the faction created by the Emperor’s original squad, the Monarchs, in hopes of achieving his dream. But as a Captain, he realizes how corrupted this world is. Human experimentation, oppression, racism, assassinations, genocide… He decides to fight against it, becoming a rebel leader with an army designed to destroy the root of this corruption and unite the kingdoms. All the while a similarly conflicted mage builds their own army with their own idea of fixing the world.
What is cultivation? To answer this you must know its relation to your life. But what is life? All mortals have life, but what does that achieve in the big picture? Before time, life wilts and fades into nothingness. It is ultimately meaningless. Cultivation is a journey in search of purpose, during which the one who posses life gives it meaning. During this journey, he who clings to life decides to challenge the power of time, that he may not decay or wither away. My name is Li Feng. I was once born possessing nothing else but life. It was through cultivation that I became who I am today. As you read my story, do not forget this one thing. There is always a truth beyond the truth you know. Always.