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They raised Caspar Shaw to be a monster hunter. Using ruthless precision, he takes down even the fiercest of supernatural creatures, from lumbering fleshgaits to siren-eyed succubi. However, this isn't the life he longs for.Against his family's wishes, what Caspar really wants is a normal life, with normal parents, friends, and a job.But hunters rarely get happy endings.So when Caspar's mother and uncle go missing, he gives into fate. He sells his soul to a demon, one of the most repugnant and fearful creatures a hunter can have the misfortune of encountering. In return, he gets a loyal friend to accompany him on his journey. Or at least, a demon pretending to be his friend.Only time will tell if Caspar can save his family, avoid his premature demise, and understand the true nature of the entity he's contracted.…

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25 years after Houston was destroyed in a brutal supervillain attack, Jay Martin is accepted into the Texan Hero Network. Tasked with this sacred duty, he takes on the alter ego of Quickwit and vows to always protect Neo Houston.Unfortunately, despite achieving this lofty goal, Jay is unsatisfied with his life as a hero. With the power of "common sense" he's not only isolated from the nonsensical world of caped crusaders, he's also categorized as a lame C-class sidekick. Ridicule comes from supers, civilians, and magical talking dogs alike.Not everyone is so critical, though. Gannet introduces himself to Jay as a devoted yet eccentric fanboy. The truth cannot be hidden by a domino mask, however: Gannet is no ordinary civilian, he's the new villain of Neo Houston, Stygian! Stuck between a hard place and a scantily-clad villain, Jay takes on the impossible mission of defeating Stygian at his own game. But as Jay learns more about his foe, he begins to wonder about his role as a hero, Gannet's true feelings, and the secrets of the Network. Can Jay balance it all as he uncovers the truth? Or will he lose his mind in this topsy turvy game of villain versus hero?(Slow Updates)…

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When Eben decides to rob the isolated town nestled deep in the woods, he could never have predicted that he would be forced to atone by serving Adder, the powerful and terrifying gorgon charged with protecting the town of Nǣdre Tor.However, as Eben adjusts to his new role as Adder's servant, he discovers a surprising truth about his master - Adder is kind, gentle, and most of all... as alone in this world as he is. Despite the whispers of the man's dangerous nature, Eben soon realizes that the true threat lies not within the gorgon, but the menacingly powerful High priest. To escape, He will need to convince Adder of that fact. -------------------------BOOK 1 - Servant of the Serpent - COMPLETEBOOK 2 - Family of Monsters - ONGOING -------------------------(slow updates)…

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Despite the fact that Blythe didn't choose her new husband to be her partner, the young woman is optimistic-this is a chance for her to join a family that will actually love her! Who wouldn't be hopeful, after enduring 23 years of toxicity and hatred?However, just when Blythe thinks she's found a place to belong, she learns her new family is just as unkind and unsympathetic. She falls into despair, resigning herself to a life where all she can do is gaze out onto the cerulean sea, dreaming of a better life...or so she thinksWhat Blythe discovers in those tumultuous waters is much more fantastical than just a happy future. Amidst the unknown depths, Blythe encounters the enchanting Calypso; a mystical siren ensnared by the allure of humankind, just as the young woman herself is captivated by this ethereal creature of the sea.To escape her unhappy marriage, Blythe will have to learn to trust in Calypso...or face the wrath of a true monster on her lonesome.*ILLUSTRATIONS EVERY CHAPTER!*MERMAY 2023 WINNER!AMBY WINNER 2023!…