1109 Results with the "Fantasy" genre


    • Chapter

      The Red Shoes

      The Red Shoes Cover
      by LovelyMay The Red Shoes introduces a young girl named Karen, whose life changes drastically after receiving a pair of handmade red shoes during her mother’s funeral. Despite the sadness of her loss, the vivid shoes became a symbol of comfort and wonder in her otherwise bleak world. Shortly after, she is adopted by a wealthy, elderly woman who notices Karen’s humble upbringing and immediately sets out to reform her appearance and manners. Though Karen is taught refinement and proper conduct, her fascination with…
      Fable • Fantasy
    • The Real Princess Cover
      by LovelyMay The Real Princess begins not with grandeur, but with a quiet yearning—one that belongs to a Prince tired of titles and masks. He’s not looking for someone who merely wears a crown; he longs for someone whose nobility runs deeper than appearance. His travels bring him face-to-face with many royal figures, all charming in their own way, yet none truly convince him. They are polished, rehearsed, and polite, but something essential seems to be missing. With each encounter, his doubt grows stronger. He…
      Fable • Fantasy
    • The Priory of the Orange Tree Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin A world divid­ed. A queen­dom with­out an heir. An ancient ene­my awak­ens. The House of Bereth­net has ruled Inys for a thou­sand years. Still unwed, Queen Sabran the Ninth must con­ceive a daugh­ter to pro­tect her realm from destruction—but assas­sins are get­ting clos­er to her door. Ead Duryan is an out­sider at court. Though she has risen to the posi­tion of lady-in-wait­ing, she is…
    • The Oracle and the Sea Urchin Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Lou, Coco, and Célie making a grand entrance in their elaborate gowns, drawing attention as they navigate the opulent halls of a ship. The setting is rich with decadence, featuring gilded panels, broken chandeliers, and a banquet table laden with exotic dishes. The air is thick with magic, and the group is greeted by a melusine butler who escorts them to their seats with aristocratic flair. The scene sets a tone of surreal elegance, blending fantasy and formality as the characters…
    • Chapter

      The Old House

      The Old House Cover
      by LovelyMay The Old House stood across a cobbled street, dark and leaning slightly, yet brimming with silent stories and faded grandeur. In it lived an elderly man, alone but not forgotten, who had drawn the attention of a boy living in the neat, modern home opposite. Despite the contrast between their worlds, a quiet connection grew. The boy, guided by a feeling he didn’t fully understand, gifted one of his pewter soldiers to the old man, hoping it would cheer him. The gift, though small, bridged their separate…
      Fable • Fantasy
    • Chapter

      The Naughty Boy

      The Naughty Boy Cover
      by LovelyMay In this chapter titled "The Naughty Boy" tells of a quiet, elderly poet who leads a peaceful life, surrounded by books, memories, and the comfort of solitude. On a stormy evening, thunder rumbles and winds wail when a faint knock draws his attention. Upon opening the door, he finds a drenched child with golden curls and rosy cheeks, delicate as an angel yet trembling in the cold. The poet, guided by kindness, brings the boy inside, offering a warm blanket and a comforting meal of wine and roasted apples.…
      Fable • Fantasy
    • The Most Beautiful Shade of Blue Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Lou and her companions preparing to leave Isla's realm after being expelled. Despite Isla's arrogance, she provides them with supplies, including warm clothes and weapons. Reid remains unconscious, carried by the group, which heightens Lou's unease. She struggles with frustration and worry over his condition, as Isla had assured her he would wake but offered no further help. The group moves toward the gates in silence, with Beau casting anxious glances at Lou, hinting at deeper…
    • The Little Match Girl Cover
      by LovelyMay The Little Match Girl begins with a young girl shivering in the streets on New Year’s Eve, barefoot and alone, her hands tightly holding a bundle of matches. She walks unnoticed through the city, passed by celebrants oblivious to her hunger and despair. The chill bites harder with each step, and the absence of shoes or shelter drives her to crouch in a corner. She’s too afraid to go home with no money from sales, dreading her father's anger and the cold walls of their broken home. Out of sheer…
      Fable • Fantasy
    • Chapter

      The Lighthouse

      The Lighthouse Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with Reid and his companions—Célie, Coco, Beau, and Lou—awakening at dawn in a sanctuary, weary from a restless night. Father Achille greets them, offering apples and a warning to avoid detection by villagers and the nearby Chasseurs. He cautions Reid about the ominous reputation of *cauchemars*, harbingers of catastrophe, but Reid dismisses the concern, focusing on their immediate mission. As the group departs, a sense of foreboding lingers, underscored by Achille’s solemn…
    • Chapter

      The Leap-Frog

      The Leap-Frog Cover
      by LovelyMay The Leap-Frog begins not with fanfare, but with the quiet presence of a contender who surprises everyone by saying very little. A challenge is announced by a king who offers his daughter’s hand to whichever creature can leap the highest. Drawn to this opportunity are three distinct participants: the nimble Flea, the elegant Grasshopper, and the silent, unnoticed Leap-frog. Each boasts in turn, the Flea of his ancestry and how he has danced in royal boudoirs, hopping lightly but with flair. The…
      Fable • Fantasy
    Note