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Top Read Fantasy Stories Since Deep Dive 10 Top 10 Most Read Fantasy - Alternate History Story takes place in alternate version of history, such as what if the Nazi's won "The Man in the High Castle" by Phillip Dick. Seventh Son by Orson Scott Card The Merge: Through a System of Control by astroguy Temporary Hold The Lord of the Pierced Dawn by Topher Lydon Complete Mine! by Cia Complete Of Pride and Power by W_L Complete Dawn of Tears by dkstories Complete Goon by dkstories Complete Confessions of a Gay Supervillain by Jason D. Karl Complete Fortitude by Cia Complete The Flamekeepers of Delta Psi Theta by Kelevra Long-Term Hold Raising a Rebel by W_L Long-Term Hold Top 10 Most Read Fantasy - Anthropomorphic Fantasy Animals take on human qualities - The Narnian Chronicles, most animated movies Storm Wolf: Tranquil waters by RedMoon Complete The Storm Wolf: Gathering Clouds by RedMoon Temporary Hold Pig-Boy and The Insectorator by Biff Spork Complete Connor and the Wolves by Yeoldebard Complete Microwave Dave's Bad Days by Lee Wilson Complete If Furniture Could Talk by Lee Wilson Complete Crown of Fangs by Yeoldebard Complete Promises to Keep by W_L Complete The Car Ride Home by Lee Wilson Complete Sparklehoof and the Great Fluffing by Jack Poignet Complete Top 3 Most Read Fantasy - Arcanepunk Magic and Science existing side-by-side - The games Torchlight, League of Legends, and Fables 2 & 3 all have Arcanepunk elements Tests of Blood by dkstories Complete The Christmas Elf & I by P. E. Knapp Complete Be careful what you wish for by Gary L Complete Top 2 Most Read Fantasy - Arthurian stories tied to fantastic elements side of King Arthur, Merlin. Ex: The Crystal Cave, The Once and Future King, Merlin The Lost Key to Avalon by Jeff Burton Temporary Hold Ilinot by LemonSoda Complete Top 1 Most Read Fantasy - Assassin sub-genre of fantasy tied to assassin's and eliminating political enemies in generally a non-modern world. Ex Assassin's Creed, Assassin's Apprentice Heckle Me Not (Lest Ye Die - Laughing) by Lee Wilson Complete Top 6 Most Read Fantasy - Cozy Fantasy Cozy fantasy is a subgenre of fantasy literature that emphasizes comfort, warmth, and a sense of safety, often in contrast to the high-stakes drama or gritty realism found in many traditional fantasy stories. It typically features low-conflict narratives, charming characters, and a focus on everyday life, relationships, or small-scale adventures rather than epic battles or world-ending threats. Think of it as a literary equivalent to curling up with a warm blanket and a cup of tea—it's meant to feel inviting and soothing. Common themes include friendship, community, personal growth, and finding joy in the simple things. The Flower Thief and Other Tales of Yalda by Page Scrawler In Process It's Always Something by Ticklishboy30 Temporary Hold Lovesquatch: A Culinary Cryptid Romcom by Rafy Complete The Amulet Of Darkness by Ticklishboy30 Complete Legends by Ticklishboy30 Complete Ticklish Fun In Giggle Forest by Ticklishboy30 Complete Top 10 Most Read Fantasy - Crossworlds/Portals characters from the real world find their way into another, magical world, through a portal of some kind and often find themselves involved in a struggle to save this world or characters within it. Classic example would be ‘The Chronicles of Narnia’. and Alice in Wonderland. Often exploring themes of identity, escape, and discovery. We All Go A Little Mad Sometimes, Charlie Boone! by Geron Kees Complete There's A Strange Partridge in My Pear Tree, Charlie Boone! by Geron Kees Complete It's Just a Matter of Time, Charlie Boone! by Geron Kees Complete Broken Path, Starless Tail by Cia Long-Term Hold Widderkin Interlude by Palantir Complete Arhavana: Welcome to Redwaters by Hardianarcher Complete Hazardous by CassieQ Complete Treacherous by CassieQ Complete Green Lightning by Aditus Complete Corrupting the Innocent by kbois Complete Top 8 Most Read Fantasy - Demon Urban Fantasy is a modern-world supernatural sub-genre where demons operate—often secretly—within contemporary cities, influencing crime, politics, magic, or everyday life. These stories blend fast-paced action and gritty urban atmosphere with occult intrigue, demonic bargains, and characters who navigate both human and infernal threats. Rich Boy: Awakening by dkstories Complete Rich Boy: Growing Pains by dkstories Complete Arhavana: Welcome to Redwaters by Hardianarcher Complete The Theocracy - The Blackened Cross by ValentineDavis21 Abandoned The Demon's Realm. by E K Stokes Complete Charlie vs the Union of Doom by Topher Lydon In Process Rich Boy: Inheritance by dkstories Abandoned Two Worlds Collide by Forgottenrealms Long-Term Hold Top 10 Most Read Fantasy - Dragon Fantasy Stories centered around dragons - ex: Joust, Dragon Riders of Pern Gone Away, Gone Ahead by Mawgrim Complete The Kandric Saga by Kyle Aarons Long-Term Hold To the Weyr by Mawgrim Complete Threadfall by Mawgrim Complete Spirit of Fire by Stellar Complete Empty, Open, Dusty, Dead by Mawgrim Complete Starfall by dragonthusiast Complete Widderkin Interlude by Palantir Complete The Rider's Pride by dkstories Complete Broadswords by Disjecta Membra Complete Top 10 Most Read Fantasy - Fairy Tales Typically short stories of folklore and legends featuring fantasy creatures. Often tales of allegory. The Golosina, the Forgotten Land and the Skurkene by J92 Complete Raising a Rebel by W_L Long-Term Hold Suspicious Seaweed by Thirdly Complete Darkest Days (The Wild Hunt) by Jack Poignet Complete The Snake's Lover by Refugium Complete The Six Swans by Refugium Complete A Miracle At Christmastime by Lee Wilson Complete Glamourhammer by Jack Poignet Long-Term Hold The Golden Bird by Refugium Complete Zipi and Skee by BendtedWreath Complete Top 0 Most Read Fantasy - Fairycore Aesthetic-driven fantasy focusing on magical forests, fae courts, and forbidden romance. No stories Top 1 Most Read Fantasy - Flintlock fantasy settings with first gen guns. example - Fable III, Greedfall, Mistborn Blood Money by Yeoldebard Complete Top 3 Most Read Fantasy - Gaslamp Generally speaking, this particular realm of fantasy employs either a Victorian or Edwardian setting. Same timeframe as Steampunk, but with a focus on fantasy elements, often featuring manners, intrigue, and old-world charm. Ex: The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, Van Helsing Fortitude by Cia Complete Diamond Eyes by ValentineDavis21 Abandoned A Grave So Haunting by solemnity Temporary Hold Top 10 Most Read Fantasy - General Fantasy Has fantastic story elements and story has not yet been updated with a more specific sub-genre. The Case of the Short, Short Prince by Geron Kees Complete The Light at the End of the Tunnel by kbois Complete Widderkin by Palantir Complete The Brotherhood: Awakening Book II by The Writer X In Process Gone Away, Gone Ahead by Mawgrim Complete First Notch Right by lustful_orcs Complete The Strange Life of Jonas Marks by comicfan Complete Touch: A survival story. by Rhythminthemind Long-Term Hold The Reluctant Consort by lilansui Complete Widderkin Valley Of The Eagles. by Palantir Complete Top 10 Most Read Fantasy - Grimdark Grimdark is a subgenre of speculative fiction with a tone, style, or setting that is particularly dystopian, amoral, or violent. Also referred to as "anti-Tolkein" where might makes right. Ex: A Song of Ice and Fire The Kandric Saga by Kyle Aarons Long-Term Hold The Mantis Variant - Book One by Adam Andrews Johnson Complete The Mantis Continuum - Book Four by Adam Andrews Johnson Complete The Mantis Synchronicity - Book Five by Adam Andrews Johnson Complete The Mantis Equilibrium - Book Two by Adam Andrews Johnson Complete The Mantis Corruption - Book Three by Adam Andrews Johnson Complete Fledgling by lawfulneutralmage Complete Diamond Eyes by ValentineDavis21 Abandoned Nox Memoriae by Stephen Wormwood Complete Pandemonium by frozenphenix Complete Top 10 Most Read Fantasy - High/Epic Fantasy takes place in a fictional fantasy world. The future of this world is in the hands of a hero or group of heroes who must undertake quests and battle evil. A classic example of this genre would be 'Lord of the Rings'. The Brotherhood: Awakening Book II by The Writer X In Process Tests of Blood by dkstories Complete The Kandric Saga by Kyle Aarons Long-Term Hold The Nextworld Invasion and the Death of Magic by Adam Andrews Johnson Complete Widderkin Valley Of The Eagles. by Palantir Complete The Brotherhood by The Writer X Complete Surrounded by the Darkness by Lupus Complete A Wizard's War by TeamStilinski Long-Term Hold Somewhere to Go by astroguy Temporary Hold The Shadowy Path by Lupus Complete Top 10 Most Read Fantasy - Historical Fantasy usually set in a historically accurate period of this world, but where magical creatures or supernatural forces exist. Examples: Clash of the Titans, Pirates of the Caribbean series A Knight in the Darkness by Topher Lydon Complete The Holy Lance of Antioch by Topher Lydon Complete The Vanguard of the Silver Boar by Topher Lydon Complete The Lord of the Pierced Dawn by Topher Lydon Complete Of Pride and Power by W_L Complete Lost in the Sand by Topher Lydon Complete Light Bringer: Fireborn by Jack Poignet Complete A Journey to Egypt by Albert1434 Complete Unicorn Quests by Cia Complete The Curse of Love by Yeoldebard In Process Top 3 Most Read Fantasy - Lost World Usually a story where the prehistoric still thrives. Such as King Kong or Journey to the Center of the Earth. Snow? Never heard of it! by Kileoli Complete The Demon's Realm. by E K Stokes Complete Taurus by Kileoli In Process Top 10 Most Read Fantasy - Low Fantasy takes place in a real world setting with magical elements. Though elements such as werewolves, vampires, and ghosts have their own sub-genres in Paranormal. Examples: Harry Potter Love in the Shadows by astone2292 Complete Rising in the Shadows by astone2292 Complete Spirit of Fire by Stellar Complete Light Bringer: Fireborn by Jack Poignet Complete Shadow‘s Reach (Halloween Noir) by Jack Poignet Complete Dust in the Basement by Celian Complete Harry Potter and the Parliament of Dreams by Myr Long-Term Hold Bell(e)s in the Woods by Celian Complete Connor and the Wolves by Yeoldebard Complete Dracken Awakening by wolfwriter Long-Term Hold Top 10 Most Read Fantasy - Magical Realism Blends magical elements with realistic settings and situations, creating a sense of wonder within the ordinary. Noah's Adventure by AquariusGuy Complete A Knight in the Darkness by Topher Lydon Complete Box Shaped Heart by Laura S. Fox Complete Ink and Flowers by Celian Temporary Hold Somewhere to Go by astroguy Temporary Hold Someone Is Stealing Christmas Wishes, Charlie Boone! by Geron Kees Complete Dust in the Basement by Celian Complete Bell(e)s in the Woods by Celian Complete The Obsidian Order: Prince of Shadows by vanalas Complete Never Alone by Josh Aterovis Complete Top 10 Most Read Fantasy - Medieval Fantasy set in a medieval society on Earth with knights, Kings and Queens, epic quests and legendary characters such as King Arthur. May also include wizards and magic. Arcum Nights by mastershakeme Complete The Prisoner of Carronne by Mark Ponyboy Peters Complete Deeds of Their Past by Mike Carss Complete The Vanguard of the Silver Boar by Topher Lydon Complete Arcum Dawns by mastershakeme Complete Shadows of Consequence by Mike Carss Complete The Roaming Sea by Mike Carss Complete Of Pride and Power by W_L Complete The Burden of Ash and Blood by Mike Carss Complete Somewhere to Go by astroguy Temporary Hold Top 10 Most Read Fantasy - Mythic Fantasy New spins on old stories - Think Percy Jackson and the Olympians or American Gods Exile to Érenn by Mark Paren Complete The Nextworld Invasion and the Death of Magic by Adam Andrews Johnson Complete Futile Devices by CasualWanderer82 Complete A Wizard's War by TeamStilinski Long-Term Hold Blades of Ashes by lilansui In Process Light Bringer: Fireborn by Jack Poignet Complete Unicorn Quests by Cia Complete Strife by CryingCircusConductor Complete The Spirit of the Plum Blossom Tree (TSPBT) by Kong Wen Hui Long-Term Hold Darkest Days (The Wild Hunt) by Jack Poignet Complete Top 2 Most Read Fantasy - Progression Fantasy Fantasy stories where protagonists grow stronger over time, often influenced by RPGs, cultivation novels, or game mechanics. The Adventures of Wishbone by Yeoldebard Complete Crown of Fangs by Yeoldebard Complete Top 10 Most Read Fantasy - Science Fantasy set after the decline and fall of a technological society, either on Earth or other planets. Often dystopian. May include aliens or remnants of technology the characters perceive as magical. The Case of the Short, Short Prince by Geron Kees Complete Life is Like a New Suit of Clothes, Charlie Boone! by Geron Kees Complete The Merge: Through a System of Control by astroguy Temporary Hold Ark II by R. Eric Complete Reverent: Six by Tony S. Complete We All Go A Little Mad Sometimes, Charlie Boone! by Geron Kees Complete Aethan's Reign by ValentineDavis21 In Process Traded Goods by Yeoldebard Complete The Black Aura by Lee Wilson Complete Someone Is Stealing Christmas Wishes, Charlie Boone! by Geron Kees Complete Top 3 Most Read Fantasy - Sword and Planet Fantasy-like swashbuckling set in Sci-fi worlds. ex Treasure Planet The Case of the Short, Short Prince by Geron Kees Complete Re-Emergence by Kyle Aarons Long-Term Hold Dragon's Desire by Wicked Witch Long-Term Hold Top 1 Most Read Fantasy - Sword and Sandal Bronze Age Fantasy worlds that typically have Greek or Roman empire themes. Examples: 300, Clash of the Titans, Gladiator (if it had fantasy creatures or magic) The Sons of Memory by Stefan Complete Top 10 Most Read Fantasy - Urban Fantasy real world and fantasy world collide. Typically full range of magical, vs specific creatures like Werewolves, Vampires, and Ghosts, which are part of the Paranormal genres - Examples of Urban Fantasy: Artemis Fowl, Percy Jackson, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them Oregon in the Fall by drown Long-Term Hold Into the fields of Summer by gabz2000 Long-Term Hold Morningstar: The Malaise by Headstall Complete Running with the Pack by WolfM Complete Wolf in the City by Laura S. Fox Complete Timber Pack Chronicles by Rob Colton Complete Enforcer by Rob Colton Complete Higher Education by WolfM Complete Rich Boy: Awakening by dkstories Complete GFD 12: Blood Ties by Comicality Author Passed Away Top 1 Most Read Fantasy - Wuxia Martial arts focused fantasy, often taking place in alternate history China. Raising a Rebel by W_L Long-Term Hold

I have one entry drafted (3 chapters) and I have another started.

We do have some author discovery actions planned. Particularly on boosting new active authors. Primary focus at the moment is getting us onto the modern software though.

RIP - Peter Cullen. I grew up listening to your voice.

Rest in Peace Tim Curry. Clue will always be my favorite followed by Home Alone 2

Dolly Parton has passed away at 80. RIP

Top Read Comedy Stories Since Deep Dive 10 Top 10 Most Read Comedy - Buddy Comedy Focuses on the dynamic between two main characters, often with contrasting personalities, like "Lethal Weapon" or "The Heat." Love is... 2 (Gus and Rex) by Tony S. Complete Love is... 1 (Marcus and Justus) by Tony S. Complete If Furniture Could Talk by Lee Wilson Complete Can I Tell Ya a Secret? by Topher Lydon Complete Winter Love: with love & Ovaltine by Tony S. Complete Ticklish Librarian by Ticklishboy30 Complete He's a Bastard by Thirdly Complete Employee of the Month by Boy Mercury X Complete Bro Code: Spotting Protocol by Boy Mercury X Complete Life's Ticklish Situations by Ticklishboy30 Temporary Hold Top 10 Most Read Comedy - Comedy Modern Funny and less serious stories set in modern times The Cockney Canuck by Dodger Temporary Hold TRAVISTY by Mark Arbour In Process I'm Gay: A Nifty Story by Jeff Burton Temporary Hold Black Widow by Mark Arbour Complete Jay's Loelife by Mrsgnomie Complete Chasing Rusty Parker by Laura S. Fox Complete The Best Year by Krista Complete Capt vs Goofball by Topher Lydon Complete Liar vs. Liar by Laura S. Fox Complete Good Guys Don't Date Bad Boys by Laura S. Fox Complete Top 10 Most Read Comedy - Comic Fantasy Unserious stories set in a fantasy world. Example: Terry Pratchet's Color of Magic BigPaws by Jack Poignet Complete Beyond the Veil by Laura S. Fox In Process Storyverse: Stealing the Show by kbois Complete Microwave Dave's Bad Days by Lee Wilson Complete Borders and Bribery by Thirdly Complete Gender Bender in a Blue Blender by Thirdly Complete Sparkling Water by Thirdly Complete The Silver Tongued Scoundrel by ThePhallocrat Temporary Hold Corrupting the Innocent by kbois Complete Sparklehoof and the Great Fluffing by Jack Poignet Complete Top 10 Most Read Comedy - Comic Sci-Fi Unserious stories set in a sci-fi world. Example: Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy Ark II by R. Eric Complete The Vega Vixen by Topher Lydon Complete Ark II: Life on Gaea by R. Eric Temporary Hold Vega-Vixen 2.0 by Topher Lydon Complete Twinks in Space: Destination Unknown - Part One by Adam Andrews Johnson Complete There's Always Time by Paladin Complete K-Pop Space Twinks : The Xmas Special by Topher Lydon Complete An Uncertain Thanksgiving by Paladin Complete The Capybara Cadence by chris191070 Complete The Quantum Capybara and the Quarterly Report by chris191070 Complete Top 3 Most Read Comedy - Comic Horror Strong unserious element offsetting horror. Example: Scream, Cabin in the Woods, The Lost Boys Kage Match by kbois Complete Boxed In by northie Complete The End of the World, NY by Dandy Lam Long-Term Hold Top 10 Most Read Comedy - Dark Comedy Deals with dark, often taboo subjects with humor. Examples include "Dr. Strangelove" or "Fargo," where humor is derived from grim or tragic situations. Gabriel's Gambit: Contract Terminated by Jason Rimbaud Complete Schadenfreude by Kileoli Complete My Dead Ex is Haunting Me Through Grindr by Inkognito Complete Sparklehoof and the Great Fluffing by Jack Poignet Complete Father's Day Strip-Off by Boy Mercury X Complete Gagged, Grinded & Legally Screwed by Inkognito Complete Well, This Happened by astone2292 Complete For Peter's Sake by CarlHoliday Complete Bottles don't choose their shores by Kileoli Temporary Hold Felix's Lucky Day by Topher Lydon Complete Top 10 Most Read Comedy - Demonic Comedy is a light-to-mid-tone supernatural sub-genre where demons, imps, and other infernal beings are placed in humorous, absurd, or comically inconvenient situations that subvert their traditionally fearsome roles. The focus is on witty banter, magical mishaps, and the chaotic contrast between demonic power and everyday life. Andy's Shorts to GA Prompts by Andy78 Complete Charlie vs the Coven of Love by Topher Lydon Complete Charlie vs the Anti-Vegan by Topher Lydon Complete Charlie vs the Demon Ex by Topher Lydon Complete A Holiday Adventure by Ticklishboy30 Complete Kage Match by kbois Complete Corrupting the Innocent by kbois Complete Demonised by northie Temporary Hold Gone to Hell by northie Complete Charlie vs the Union of Doom by Topher Lydon In Process Top 7 Most Read Comedy - Fish Out of Water Comedy where characters are placed in unfamiliar environments, leading to humorous situations. "Coming to America" or "The Martian" (with its humorous elements) fit here. The Dark and Mystical Twins by BendtedWreath Complete Bear With Me by Inkognito Complete The Car Ride Home by Lee Wilson Complete Wranglin' Wade by Inkognito Complete The Confused Traffic Light by Lee Wilson Complete The Fit by Boy Mercury X Complete Heartache, Hangovers & Karaoke Hell by Rafy Complete Top 10 Most Read Comedy - Satire Uses humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize and mock individuals, institutions, or societal norms. I'm Gay: A Nifty Story by Jeff Burton Temporary Hold Microwave Dave's Bad Days by Lee Wilson Complete Quack, Quack by Lee Wilson Complete Thanks, Dads by Inkognito Long-Term Hold Blame It On the Eggnog by andy cannon Complete Read Me Like One of Your Gay Werewolf Stories by Inkognito Long-Term Hold Employee of the Month by Boy Mercury X Complete Twin(k)s by Inkognito Complete New Year’s Resolutions For Idiots by Lee Wilson Complete Gagged, Grinded & Legally Screwed by Inkognito Complete Top 10 Most Read Comedy - Surreal Comedy Using illogic and absurdity for humorous effect - Example: Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, Independence Day Granny's Got a Plan by Topher Lydon Complete The Secret Lies of Schoolboys by Topher Lydon Complete Charlie vs the Forces of Evil by Topher Lydon Complete Microwave Dave's Bad Days by Lee Wilson Complete Quack, Quack by Lee Wilson Complete If Furniture Could Talk by Lee Wilson Complete Prompt #134 - "Why is your underwear in the swimming pool?" by wildone Complete Sparklehoof and the Great Fluffing by Jack Poignet Complete Glamourhammer by Jack Poignet Long-Term Hold The Closing Act by Arch Hunter Complete Top 3 Most Read Comedy - Tall Tale humorous story with blatant exaggerations such as heroes that do the impossible with nonchalance - Example: Jack and the Bean Stalk, The Princess Bride Storyverse: Stealing the Show by kbois Complete Paul Bunyan, Gay Icon - obituary (1985) by Refugium Complete A Fool In Love by Comicality Complete

a perfect trap for secret author. no one even guessed me.

Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it!

thanks Lee. I'm glad you enjoyed it!

thank you! I'm glad I was able to make the characters feel real to you. As for more, it's always possible.

Thanks Ieshwar. I'm glad you enjoyed it and that I was able to bring them to life for you.

I'm glad you liked it Thanks for reading it

Thanks Luca, I'm glad you enjoyed it. And you never know when something might get more.

Nope, this was written by me for this event. It was certainly inspired by the many Boy Band stories I read in my teens and twenties though.

Thanks! I'm glad you enjoyed it!