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A Night in the Luxembourg

by Remy de Gourmont

Published: 1900-01-01. 29,330 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Christian

A skeptical journalist's diary unveils a fateful evening in Paris's Luxembourg Gardens, where a radiant glow from Saint-Sulpice draws him into a profound encounter with a stranger. Amid erotic passions and forbidden desires, he grapples with faith's illusions, love's mysteries, and the sensual dance between body and spirit in decadent fin-de-siècle shadows

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The Variable Man

by Philip K. Dick

Published: 1953-07-01. 25,730 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Science Fiction

In a future war where prediction machines decide every move, a simple repairman from the past is accidentally dragged forward in time. Lacking a statistical profile, he becomes an unpredictable anomaly who can wreck carefully calculated war plans, forcing generals, rebels, and corporations to gamble on chaos, hope, and terror.

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A Virgin Heart: A Novel

by Remy de Gourmont

Published: 1925-01-01. 38,750 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Classics

A shy scholar, captivated by a young woman, grapples with his unspoken love in the lush French countryside. Her innocent charm and playful spirit stir his repressed desires, but societal norms and his own hesitations bind him. This tender tale of unrequited passion and inner turmoil explores the clash between heart and convention, set against a backdrop of vivid landscapes and quiet longing

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Second Variety

by Philip K. Dick

Published: 1953-05-01. 15,630 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Science Fiction

After a nuclear war leaves Earth a scorched battlefield, self-replicating robots built to protect the last survivors learn to imitate the humans they hunt. A small band of soldiers and refugees navigate ruined outposts and shifting alliances, never sure who—or what—to trust, as each new “variety” perfects the masquerade and survival demands a terrible choice.

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Daisy Miller: A Study

by Henry James

Published: 1879-01-01. 21,988 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

A free-spirited American girl captivates European high society with her bold charm, defying rigid conventions. Her flirtations with a dashing Italian spark scandal and intrigue, testing the bounds of propriety. Set in picturesque Rome and Switzerland, this sharp tale probes cultural clashes, innocence, and the price of nonconformity in a world bound by judgment.

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The Vampyre; a Tale

by John William Polidori

Published: 1819-01-01. 12,734 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Horror

On a stormy night, a mysterious aristocrat befriends an impressionable young gentleman and draws him into a glittering world of midnight salons and ruined reputations. Too late, the youth discovers his companion’s monstrous secret, as desire, superstition, and cold reason collide in a deadly bargain sealed in blood and silence.

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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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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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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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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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Proserpine and Midas

by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley

Published: 1922-01-01. 17,777 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Children's Books

Two lyrical dramas reimagine ancient fables: a mother’s frantic search when a springtime maiden is seized to the underworld, and a vainglorious king whose wish for limitless gold curdles into hunger, loneliness, and a secret shame. Desire, loss, and the turning seasons entwine as gods and mortals learn that every gift bears a hidden price.

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I and My Chimney

by Herman Melville

Published: 1856-03-01. 11,498 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Inspirational

A witty and reflective tale recounts the curious adventures of a man and his chimney. Through humor, observation, and everyday mishaps, it offers a lighthearted exploration of domestic life, human nature, and the quirks of ordinary existence.

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Father Sergius

by Leo Tolstoy

Published: 1911-01-01. 17,763 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Christian

A powerful tale of faith, temptation, and human frailty, it follows a man who renounces worldly life to seek spiritual purity. Confronted by pride, desire, and doubt, he struggles to reconcile his ideals with the realities of human nature in a profound exploration of morality and devotion.

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The Beast in the Jungle

by Henry James

Published: 1903-02-26. 19,128 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

A man waits for a life-changing event he fears will define him, while a loyal companion observes his obsession. Through suspense, introspection, and emotional tension, the story explores fate, missed opportunities, and the profound cost of inaction.

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Stage-Land

by Jerome K. Jerome

Published: 1890-01-01. 19,079 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Humor & Comedy

A witty and entertaining collection of stories and sketches offers a humorous glimpse behind the scenes of theater life. Full of satire, clever observations, and lively characters, it captures the joys and absurdities of the stage with charm and insight.

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The Vegetable

by F. Scott Fitzgerald

Published: 1923-11-19. 28,069 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Humor & Comedy

A timid clerk seethes with grand dreams of becoming President, egged on and mocked by his ambitious wife, noisy in-laws, and a blur of speakeasies, trains, and absurd campaign promises. When a wild night hurls him into a surreal shot at power, he must decide whether glory beats simply being left in peace, or if the real joke is on every American dreamer.

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A Christmas Carol

by Charles Dickens

Published: 1843-12-19. 30,099 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Horror

Ebenezer Scrooge, a stingy loner, despises Christmas until three spirits visit him one night. They unveil his past mistakes, present sorrows, and a dark future, pushing him toward redemption. This enchanting story of transformation weaves humor, heart, and the magic of the holiday spirit, urging readers to embrace kindness and change

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Love and Freindship

by Jane Austen

Published: 1790-01-01. 34,137 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Humor & Comedy

A playful and satirical look at youthful romance and social ambition, following characters whose passions, schemes, and misunderstandings lead to humorous and unexpected outcomes. Wit and irony reveal the folly of love and friendship in a world driven by manners and appearances.

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The Trophy Wife’s Forbidden Obsession

by Mary Not Wollstonecraft

Published: 2024-06-24. 10,550 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Erotica » Interracial

In “The Trophy Wife’s Forbidden Obsession,” author Mary Not Wollstonecraft delves into the murky depths of desire and deception. Kathryn, a young trophy wife, enters a web of manipulation and lust.

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