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Dracula’s Guest

By Bram StokerDracula's Guest is a chilling prelude to Dracula that follows an Englishman who, against all warnings, ventures out on a stormy evening near Munich and stumbles upon an abandoned graveyard.

📚 Bram Stoker’s Dracula’s Guest is an underappreciated classic for gothic literature fans. https://www.screamingeyepress.com/pulps/stories/draculas-guest-by-bram-stoker/

[ccorashin]

Hey loves, Get to Know @ccorashin (me!)

> Blog name: @ccorashin

> Age: 19

> Nationality: 🇯🇵🇺🇸🇻🇳

> She/Her, Straight

> Hobbies include poetry, public speaking, outreach programs, writing, watching anime, baking, ice skating, doing makeup, singing and dancing

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Hey Cora, what do you write about?

Anything, literally anything. I pride myself in my versatility to write with a range. I’d love for the opportunity to write and express my art on topics such as anime, makeup, K-pop, to even seemingly “boring” topics such as politics, world issues, leadership, and the such.

Why did you decide to write?

I’ve always found something as “simple” as writing intriguing. Being able to write is like being a deity of your own world, whether in stories, poems, or anything else in general. I write to discover, explore, ignite feelings and imaginations, and to inspire.

Can I request?

Yes, of course! I’d love to see everyone’s requests and/or suggestions for writing topics. New and ambitious as I may be, I strive for my ambitions to come to life along with my expressive and eye-catching writing. That being said, here’s a link for you to request🫣

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[allthingsdarkanddirty]

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A Dream of Blood & Magic by Olivia Boothe

A SINISTER DARKNESS BREWS, SOWING THE SEEDS OF WAR. AND AT THE CENTER OF IT ALL IS A YOUNG WITCH WILLING TO RISK IT ALL TO SAVE THOSE SHE LOVES.

https://geni.us/ADreamOfBloodAndMagic When a mysterious crow crash-lands through Avery Jaxon’s Brooklyn apartment window, awakening the elemental magic dormant in her veins, Avery soon discovers her entire life has been a skillfully woven lie, and that even her new avian friend holds secrets of its own, including the answers to her shrouded past. But pulling back the veil is only the beginning. An ancient prophecy has been set in motion, thrusting Avery into a centuries-old supernatural war between witches and vampires. Seeking to harness Avery’s rare and ancient power, the most notorious dark arts witch hive in the world is on the hunt to find Avery before she’s captured by Kane, a vampire sworn to protect humankind from the next Spirit Marked—a foretold witch with such immense, raw magic, it will threaten to destroy all life on Earth. Now, to save humanity and protect her friends, Avery must learn to control her potent magic, all while building an alliance with the warrior vampire sent to seize her. Their destinies are more entwined than either could have ever foreseen. But despite the magic that binds their paths and the enigmatic attraction growing between them, Avery struggles to trust the man born to be her enemy. However, Kane’s not the only vampire thirsting for the honeyed taste of Avery’s blood...someone else also seeks to wage a war against her heart. In the end, Avery must not only grapple with the painful truth behind her family’s past, but she’ll need to accept the journey laid out before her. For not only do the lives of those she loves depend on it, but so do the lives of every mortal and immortal creature alike.

@AuthorOliviaBoothe

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A SINISTER DARKNESS BREWS, SOWING THE SEEDS OF WAR. AND AT THE CENTER OF IT ALL IS A YOUNG WITCH WILLING TO RISK IT ALL TO SAVE THOSE SHE LOVES.

When a mysterious crow crash-lands through Avery Jaxon’s Brooklyn apartment window, awakening the elemental magic dormant in her veins, Avery soon discovers her entire life has been a skillfully woven lie, and that even her new avian friend holds secrets of its own, including the answers to her shrouded past.

But pulling back the veil is only the beginning. An ancient prophecy has been set in motion, thrusting Avery into a centuries-old supernatural war between witches and vampires.

Seeking to harness Avery’s rare and ancient power, the most notorious dark arts witch hive in the world is on the hunt to find Avery before she’s captured by Kane, a vampire sworn to protect humankind from the next Spirit Marked—a foretold witch with such immense, raw magic, it will threaten to destroy all life on Earth.

Now, to save humanity and protect her friends, Avery must learn to control her potent magic, all while building an alliance with the warrior vampire sent to seize her. Their destinies are more entwined than either could have ever foreseen. But despite the magic that binds their paths and the enigmatic attraction growing between them, Avery struggles to trust the man born to be her enemy.

However, Kane’s not the only vampire thirsting for the honeyed taste of Avery’s blood…someone else also seeks to wage a war against her heart.

In the end, Avery must not only grapple with the painful truth behind her family’s past, but she’ll need to accept the journey laid out before her. For not only do the lives of those she loves depend on it, but so do the lives of every mortal and immortal creature alike.

A Dream of Blood & Magic a Fantasy Romance by Olivia Boothe is Live!

[innerthoughtsmonologue]

"Before we collide" - Character desing little peak

Check out a little peak at the Character design for "Before we collide" :) Links in bio #ReadBeforewecollide #Beforewecollide

[svilleg6]

Campfire Horror Stories 2 - Rusty Rick (on Wattpad) https://www.wattpad.com/1436550349-campfire-horror-stories-2-rusty-rick?utm_source=web&utm_medium=tumblr&utm_content=share_reading&wp_uname=Svilleg6 Experience spine-tingling adventures that take you beyond reality and into the depths of the unknown and the terrifying.

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[tripstitan]

Going Mythic: Chromatic Awakening

Anybody out there reading AAoMM? It's available free at: https://www.royalroad.com/fiction/50464/an-age-of-mysterious-memories

I ask, because I wanna know if any of you D&D fans out there, my fellow nerds, saw this coming after the last chapter.

[riomed2]

Boosting Efficiency in Nephrology Department Management with Cellma- A Comprehensive Solution. 

Nephrology is the area of medicine dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of kidney disease. This subspecialty incorporates the management of chronic kidney disease (CKD) indicators, acute kidney injury (AKI), renal replacement therapy i.e. dialysis, kidney transplantation, as well as electrolyte disturbance. Nephrology doctors work alongside various forms of providers to ensure that patients receive coordinated care focused on their particular problems; this includes timely dialysis appointments and medication adjustments. 

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🔰JOCR July Issue Online Now

🙏Thanking all Authors, Reviewers & Editorial board members

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✅JOCR Now accepting Original Articles and Case series too– https://www.jocr.co.in/wp/submit-article/

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[thestonestudiosculpture]

Significance of Lord Dattatreya in Hinduism

Curious about the enchanting stories and divine wisdom of Lord Dattatreya?

Our latest blog uncovers the fascinating journey and teachings of this revered deity, blending mythology, spirituality, and timeless lessons.

Discover how Lord Dattatreya's life and legacy can inspire and transform your spiritual journey. https://www.thestonestudio.in/significance-of-lord-dattatreya/

[mineofilms]

Drawing the Sandline

Drawing the Sandline

This is the very short story of a boy named Whilem and a girl named Lainey. The following is based on actual events… The names have been changed…

Whilem stared at the blinking cursor on his screen, contemplating the weight of the message he was about to send. "So… Can we hang out again?" Lainey's latest Facebook message buzzed on his computer as he worked on projects. Whilem sighed, knowing what he must do. He typed out his response, each keystroke feeling like a rusty nail in the coffin of whatever semblance of normalcy they had left…

"For the foreseeable future, no… I am sorry if this hurts you, but I need to be honest. I was done with all this two Fridays ago. As in, done-done…"

He paused, letting the words sink in, hit enter, and waited an hour. He checks back as he works and sees she saw the message. This wasn't easy, but necessary things rarely were. Lainey had a knack for turning every interaction into an emotional rollercoaster, and Whilem was tired of the bumpy as-fuck ride. He continued typing, laying out his frustrations and boundaries with a mix of blunt, heart-felt-honesty, politeness, and intention to do as least harm as possible. Next, he chose his words carefully.

"This is just too much for me to handle right now between the two of us, and I can't pretend I am good with it all. This isn’t just about you; it's also about me. I know my limits, we passed them. And then some…"

He knew she would read this and twist it, making herself the victim in a story of her own creation. But Whilem had reached his tolerance… He wasn't willing to sacrifice what good time he had left to make his mark on this world and his mental health for her perpetual state of crisis of being a victim.

"I am not willing to work on these things either. I told you I was content with my solitude, and I mean it. Nothing comes between it. Even without the ex-boyfriend on the couch, his bullshit, and some of the other stuff, it just would have prolonged the inevitable."

Their brief, but gentle lovemaking had started innocently enough; a shoulder to cry on, a friendly ear. But Lainey's problems were like quicksand, and Whilem had foolishly waded in, thinking he could stay on solid ground. These are clouds, not ground… He should have known better.

"Are we still friends? Yes, but I can't be that distraction for you when things get tough. I don't have anything to give right now. Time is my only resource, and I'd rather spend it on tasks that make me feel accomplished, not frustrated about that effort and time."

Whilem's thoughts turned to his new potential contract in Tampa, the personal projects he had neglected, his health, his mental health, his time, good quality time left, his soul, his sanity. He had goals, and ambitions that couldn't be put on hold for Lainey's endless drama.

"Perhaps when we both get our lives in better order, we can revisit this, but not now. I can't give you a timetable for when or if that will happen. I need to focus on my health over the summer and fall, the work I might be doing, and my personal projects will take up about all I have to give."

He imagined her reading this, tears welling up, accusations forming in her mind. She wanted a friend to have carefree fun with without feeling guilty for it. She wanted a distraction to rescue her from herself. But Whilem was no hero; he was just a guy, damaged, working hard on himself, who had finally learned to say no.

"I get it, you want a friend. You want to feel good and have fun. I really didn’t want any of that. I thought I was just helping you out. I had a soft spot that got very hard, massive, and too heavy to carry, very quickly. I walk in a desert. I had to drop the very hard, massive, heavy thing behind so I can make it through the desert."

The desert. It was a fitting metaphor for the barren wasteland of how this was playing out. He couldn't carry her burdens any longer; he had to save himself. He took both the red pill and the blue pill, gave Morpheus the finger, and jumped out the window, saying “Fuck your desert of the real,” all-the-way-down out of the simulation.

"I hope this makes sense and that you’re not too hurt. I know it's disappointing, and I am sorry it had to come from me like this. I will respond when I have time to respond. My headspace is already on other tasks. Have low expectations… That’s about all I got… Tried really hard to not say something to deliberately hurt here. That was not the intention and intention for me means everything… Signed, Whilem."

With a final sigh, Whilem hit send. The message flew off into the digital void of Facebook messenger, leaving him feeling strangely lighter. He had drawn his line in the sand, and now he had to walk away, leaving Lainey to navigate her own mess. An hour later, she blocked him for the second time in two weeks. Later, Whilem would learn from refreshing his browser page that she had blocked him before he sent off that last message. She would never know that Whilem attempted to be gentle with her and that this bugged him just as much. However, it sounds to me, the teller of this tale, that Whilem did the right thing. He did right by Lainey. Lainey just cannot deal with reality and that is why this happened to begin with. Moral of the story. Do not modify what and who you are for another. Modifying what you are is not the same thing as compromising for another. One multiplied by one does not equal two, it equals one and it always did and will. End of the story…

Drawing the Sandline by David-Angelo Mineo 6/27/2024 1,013 Words

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Warrior Princess by Karina Espinosa

In the fantastical realm of Asteria, where ancient bloodlines and magical allegiances govern the land, Leila, a blood mage with a complicated past, finds her fate intertwined with Ronan, the fierce warrior from the Crimson Clan. When an insidious plot by Prince Caelan of Eldwain threatens to destabilize all of Asteria, Leila must harness her formidable powers and confront secrets that could shatter the very foundations of her world. Together, Leila and Ronan embark on a perilous journey through treacherous territories, from the Grasslands, Keldara, the Central Plains, to the deceptive courts of Eldwain, to safeguard their people and uphold ancient alliances. As battles rage and loyalties are tested, the pair must navigate a tapestry of intrigue and betrayal, where love may be their most powerful weapon or their ultimate undoing. With the fate of Asteria hanging in the balance, Leila must decide if she can go against the man she once considered her best friend. In this epic tale of magic, love, and rebellion, only the strongest will survive to tell the tale of their victory—or their defeat.

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[joyffree]

In a world ruled by immortals, her only hope may lie in the heart of their darkest prince.

Reign of Cinders and Glass a Romantasy by Linsey Hall & Veronica Douglas

Reign of Cinders and Glass is a standalone Cinderella Romantasy with vampires, a dark prince, and a powerful heroine who will endure any risk to save the people she loves. Prepare for action, danger, and a steamy romance with a HEA.

This adult Cinderella retelling includes: A strong heroine with a secret power A brooding vampire prince who is obsessed with the heroine Touch her and die Enemies to lovers A one-horse moment Found family Discovery of magic Cinderella favorites – a masquerade ball, a handsome prince, wicked vampire sisters, devoted animal friends, a (tipsy) fairy godmother, and of course, a Happily Ever After

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