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The Snake's Pass

by Bram Stoker

Published: 1890-01-01. 96,818 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Horror

In the misty west of Ireland, a young Englishman stumbles into a village overshadowed by a bog that swallows roads and a legend of a buried hoard guarded by the Serpent. A charming rival, a scheming land-grabber, and treacherous weather tangle love with danger. As the bog heaves in a terrible storm, greed and folklore collide, and the earth itself decides who will be claimed.

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A Girl Can Hope

by Charla Mayne

Published: 2019-08-29. 11,990 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Romance » Adult

A poignant tale of family problems and how love can overcome all.

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Three Ghost Stories

by Charles Dickens

Published: 1866-01-01. 21,307 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Horror

Three tales of the supernatural unfold: a haunted signalman who foresees disaster on the rails, a guilty man pursued by his own double, and a wedding guest shaken by a sinister bargain. Subtle chills, eerie coincidences and moral dread reveal how the past refuses to stay buried in respectable lives, even by lamplight and in dreams.

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All Roads Lead to Calvary

by Jerome K. Jerome

Published: 1919-01-01. 93,878 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

A spirited young woman in pre-war England defies convention, diving into journalism and the gritty pulse of London’s social reform. As she navigates love, faith, and the scars of war, her quest for meaning clashes with society’s rigid expectations. A poignant journey of self-discovery, sacrifice, and the search for truth in a world on the brink of change

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The Lair of the White Worm

by Bram Stoker

Published: 1911-01-01. 56,106 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Horror

Returning to bleak Derbyshire, a young heir is drawn into a feud between a mesmerist landowner and a pale, predatory lady whose estate hides a bottomless pit. Strange rites, a man-sized kite, and disappearances point to an ancient serpent cult coiled beneath the moor. With a mongoose, dynamite, and grim resolve, he hunts a monster that wears a human face.

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Limbo

by Aldous Huxley

Published: 1920-01-01. 50,322 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

A darkly satirical exploration of human nature, desire, and society, it follows characters confronting moral ambiguity and existential challenges. Through wit, insight, and sharp observation, the story examines the tensions between instinct, intellect, and the search for meaning.

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John Ingerfield and Other Stories

by Jerome K. Jerome

Published: 1849-01-01. 23,407 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Fantasy

A collection of engaging tales blends humor, adventure, and human insight. From everyday mishaps to extraordinary encounters, these stories explore character, society, and the amusing complexities of life with wit and charm.

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Sketches by Boz

by Charles Dickens

Published: 1836-02-01. 253,356 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Humor & Comedy

A vivid panorama of 19th-century London comes to life through colorful characters, bustling streets, and everyday struggles. From humor to social insight, these sketches reveal the charm, folly, and humanity of city life in a rapidly changing world.

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Mortal Coils

by Aldous Huxley

Published: 1921-01-01. 39,714 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

Discover five witty tales probing human quirks. A seducer's affair leads to murder, his Gioconda smile hiding secrets. Lovers tangle comically in a hotel play. A lost artist gets ironic tribute, underwater loves emerge in reverie, a nun's shocking story unfolds at lunch. Satirizing love, art, faith, and mortality, this anthology captivates, inviting reflection on life's fragile threads.

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The Jewel of Seven Stars

by Bram Stoker

Published: 1903-01-01. 90,516 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Horror

After an eminent Egyptologist is found senseless beside a coffin and a blood-red gem, his daughter and a young barrister uncover plans to revive a long-dead queen whose will may outlast her tomb. As seven lamps are lit and ancient rites assemble in a stormy house by the sea, jealousy, obsession, and a curse tighten—until the past reaches out for a new body.

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The Philosopher's Joke

by Jerome K. Jerome

Published: 1909-01-01. 6,516 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Classics

A lighthearted tale blending wit, humor, and clever observations on human nature. Through playful misadventures and ironic twists, it entertains while offering a gentle reflection on the quirks and follies of everyday life.

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Scenes of Clerical Life

by George Eliot

Published: 1858-01-01. 147,870 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

In a small English town, three intertwined tales follow country clergy facing trials of poverty, pride, love, and conscience. A blundering pastor learns humility, a gentle curate is shadowed by a lost romance, and a stern reformer meets a woman fighting addiction. Parish gossip, quiet heroism, and hard-won grace reveal how ordinary souls are remade by compassion.

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Romola

by George Eliot

Published: 1863-01-01. 230,127 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Historical

In Renaissance Florence, a brilliant Greek adventurer rises on charm and lies, while the learned daughter of a blind scholar is bound to him by a fateful marriage. Amid Medici intrigue and Savonarola’s fervor, betrayal collides with conscience as she searches for truth and duty, and he gambles everything on ambition—until love demands a reckoning.

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Novel Notes

by Jerome K. Jerome

Published: 1893-01-01. 70,039 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Humor & Comedy

A humorous semi-fictional work structured as a series of reflections, anecdotes, and commentaries by four friends who gather regularly to write a novel together.

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Barnaby Rudge: A Tale of the Riots of Eighty

by Charles Dickens

Published: 1841-01-01. 259,001 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Historical

In 1780s London, a simple-minded youth and his pet raven are swept into the chaos of the Gordon Riots. As anti-Catholic mobs ravage the city, his quiet life unravels amid forbidden love, family secrets, and violent unrest. This vivid tale of loyalty and betrayal captures the fury of rebellion and the enduring strength of human bonds in a turbulent era.

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The Mystery of the Sea

by Bram Stoker

Published: 1902-01-01. 157,914 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Horror

Amid the rugged coast of Scotland, ancient legends, secret codes, and supernatural forces intertwine with romance and danger. A thrilling tale of mystery and courage where fate and the unseen shape every turn.

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A Day On The Canal

by Andy

Published: 2024-07-15. 23,490 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Erotica

Lynne and Andy decide to take a holiday on the Kenet and Avon Canal, with a group of their friends, as they continue on their journey through life, exploring and expanding the boundaries of their sexuality

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Felix Holt, the Radical

by George Eliot

Published: 1866-01-01. 183,024 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Politics

Set amid social unrest and political change, this story follows a principled young man striving for justice and reform. As he navigates love, class tensions, and moral dilemmas, integrity and courage are tested in a vivid portrait of society and the pursuit of ideals.

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The Apple-Tree Table and Other Sketches

by Herman Melville

Published: 1922-01-01. 61,384 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Horror

A collection of reflective and vivid sketches capturing everyday life, human quirks, and the natural world. Through humor, observation, and insight, each piece offers a glimpse into character, society, and the subtle dramas of ordinary moments.

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The Life and Adventures of Martin Chuzzlewit

by Charles Dickens

Published: 1844-01-01. 343,784 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Romance

A sweeping tale of greed, ambition, and human folly, following a young man’s journey through fortune, misfortune, and self-discovery. Rich with memorable characters, humor, and moral lessons, it explores family, society, and the pursuit of integrity in a complex world.

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