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    General Fiction Deep Dive 11

    By Myr,


    Genre Deep Dives
    Top Read General Fiction Stories Since Deep Dive 10
    Top 10 Most Read General Fiction - Big City / Urban Life
    Stories centered on city living, independence, anonymity, ambition, reinvention, and relationships shaped by urban environments.
    IceBerg by J92 In Process Kismet by E K Stokes Complete Employee of the Month by Boy Mercury X Complete Straight to the Morning by Boy Mercury X Complete Bearding the Lion by Boy Mercury X Complete Parents Weekend by Boy Mercury X Complete Indian Summer by Boy Mercury X Complete Father's Day Strip-Off by Boy Mercury X Complete Mantown by Boy Mercury X Complete The Saturday Boy: A Comedy of Manners by Boy Mercury X Complete Top 10 Most Read General Fiction - Campus / School Life
    Stories centered on school, boarding school, college, or university life, where personal development and relationships are central.
    Self-Portraits by Richie Tennyson Complete Boy Meets Boys by Grayson Rose Complete The Prince and his Pauper by Mark Ponyboy Peters Complete Harry Potter and the Sword of Gryffindor by dkstories Complete Six Months of Silence by Lupus Complete Harry Potter and the Destiny of Prophecies by dkstories Complete A Fine Line of Smoke by Tony S. Complete Sense of Doubt by William King Complete Parents Weekend by Boy Mercury X Complete The Peculiar Predicament of Maximilian Hawthorn by Topher Lydon Complete Top 9 Most Read General Fiction - Character Study
    Centers on the inner life, psychology, contradictions, and personal development of one or a few characters more than on external plot.
    Ghost In The Guitar by Lee Wilson Complete Parker & Brody: Ground Truth by Cap Complete Parker & Brody: An Alliance by Cap Complete A Bullied Boy Breaks by Lee Wilson Complete Cory's lie by Topher Lydon Complete The Thing About Konstantin by Jason Rimbaud Complete The Thing About Bill by Boy Mercury X Complete Crash Journal of Fraser Vogel by Lee Wilson Complete Under Mihai’s Feet by ShadowScribeStories Complete Top 10 Most Read General Fiction - Coming of Age
    Follows the personal growth and development of a protagonist from youth to adulthood, or through a major stage of emotional maturation.
    Circumnavigation by C James Complete Swing for the Fences by LittleBuddhaTW Complete The Cockney Canuck by Dodger Temporary Hold Adam Blake by CLJobe Complete Into the fields of Summer by gabz2000 Long-Term Hold A to Z by Parker Owens Complete Somewhere Only We Know by Tony S. Complete Gap Year by Mark Arbour Complete Out of the Blue by Mark Ponyboy Peters In Process Encrypted by Jeff Burton Complete Top 2 Most Read General Fiction - Culinary Fiction
     Stories centered around food, cooking, or restaurant culture, gaining interest for their unique settings
    Essence of Life by W_L Complete Cooking Classes by chris191070 Complete Top 10 Most Read General Fiction - Cultural Fiction
    Focused on exploring and celebrating specific cultures, cultural fiction often provides insight into the traditions, customs, and perspectives of different communities.
    The Art of Living by Robert Hugill Complete Ark II: Life on Gaea by R. Eric Temporary Hold What Else Is There? by Al Norris Complete Small Fry Speed by empath Complete These Bloody Fists by gor mu Complete First They Came, revised by drsawzall Complete Well, What Do You Want To Know? by PhillMakracken Long-Term Hold Voli Me Tangere by Aditus Complete Beautiful Definition by Tomkin Watts Complete A Frozen Exchange by W_L Complete Top 4 Most Read General Fiction - Dark Academia
    Gothic-inspired fiction set in academic institutions, blending intellectualism, murder, and aesthetic dread.
    Monstrum by Laura S. Fox In Process Jude by E K Stokes Complete Felix's Lucky Day by Topher Lydon Complete First Bell and Bad Decisions by Kreston Bach Temporary Hold Top 9 Most Read General Fiction - Domestic Fiction
    Domestic Fiction is broader and includes home life, marriage, cohabitation, daily emotional tensions, and private life beyond strictly family conflict.
    A Jewel in the Dirt by Celian Complete turmoil by Paladin In Process Another Time by Celian Temporary Hold Between the Times by Celian Temporary Hold Supermarket by Topher Lydon Complete The Saturday Boy: A Comedy of Manners by Boy Mercury X Complete Murder at 9th and Tom by astone2292 Complete A Night with the Boys by Celian Complete Nothing But Fun Happens After Midnight by Ticklishboy30 Complete Top 10 Most Read General Fiction - Drama
    Stories with serious tone
    Swing for the Fences by LittleBuddhaTW Complete Learned to Lie by Krista Complete Misaligned by Laura S. Fox Complete TRAVISTY by Mark Arbour In Process Somewhere Only We Know by Tony S. Complete Not just another Summer by Robert Hugill Complete Encrypted by Jeff Burton Complete Dichotomy of Love by Mrsgnomie Complete Cards on the Table by Headstall Long-Term Hold Jay's Loelife by Mrsgnomie Complete Top 10 Most Read General Fiction - Experimental
    Stories that explore unconventional structure, narration, style, or storytelling methods, often pushing beyond standard genre expectations.
    My Best Friend’s Brother Dylan Was Supposed to Be Straight by StoriesByTroy Complete Serenity by Albert1434 Complete The Straight Gym Bro Brad Who Lets Me Crash at His Place by DanXWrites Long-Term Hold Futile Devices by CasualWanderer82 Complete My Bully Invited Me To His Hotel Room by StoriesByTroy Complete Frat Games: The House Plaything by StoriesByTroy Complete The Neighbor Across the Window by StoriesByTroy Complete My Straight Best Friend Asked Me to Be His Boyfriend by StoriesByTroy In Process My Ex's Brother Drew by DanXWrites Long-Term Hold His Girlfriend Doesn’t Know by DanXWrites Long-Term Hold Top 10 Most Read General Fiction - Family Drama
    Family Drama emphasizes conflict within family relationships.
    Circumnavigation by C James Complete The Freshmen by Mark Arbour Complete The Cockney Canuck by Dodger Temporary Hold Learned to Lie by Krista Complete TRAVISTY by Mark Arbour In Process Peace of Amiens by Mark Arbour In Process Somewhere Only We Know by Tony S. Complete Gap Year by Mark Arbour Complete Out of the Blue by Mark Ponyboy Peters In Process Not just another Summer by Robert Hugill Complete Top 10 Most Read General Fiction - Family Saga
    These novels span generations, exploring the dynamics and intricacies of a particular family over time.
    The Freshmen by Mark Arbour Complete TRAVISTY by Mark Arbour In Process Peace of Amiens by Mark Arbour In Process Northern Exposure by Mark Arbour Complete Noah's Adventure by AquariusGuy Complete Black Widow by Mark Arbour Complete Paternity by Mark Arbour Complete Odyssey by Mark Arbour Complete 9.11 by Mark Arbour Complete Love Truly Is Blind by Lee Wilson Complete Top 10 Most Read General Fiction - Friendship / Found Family
    Stories in which friendship, chosen family, loyalty, and support networks are central to the emotional core of the narrative.
    A Jewel in the Dirt by Celian Complete Take the Long Road Home by kbois In Process Self-Portraits by Richie Tennyson Complete The Prince and his Pauper by Mark Ponyboy Peters Complete Harry Potter and the Sword of Gryffindor by dkstories Complete Another Time by Celian Temporary Hold Six Months of Silence by Lupus Complete Ghost In The Guitar by Lee Wilson Complete Harry Potter and the Destiny of Prophecies by dkstories Complete Bright Things Come to Confusion by Josh Aterovis Complete Top 10 Most Read General Fiction - Identity / Self-Discovery
    Stories focused on figuring out selfhood, purpose, belonging, values, or direction in life, beyond a simple age-based coming-of-age arc.
    A Jewel in the Dirt by Celian Complete Alex & Neil: Moving On by Robert Hugill In Process Still Alive, Dumbass by Tony S. Complete Self-Portraits by Richie Tennyson Complete Shadows of Consequence by Mike Carss Complete The Burden of Ash and Blood by Mike Carss Complete Another Time by Celian Temporary Hold Bright Things Come to Confusion by Josh Aterovis Complete Eden Revisited by Josh Aterovis Complete Strife by CryingCircusConductor Complete Top 10 Most Read General Fiction - Literary Fiction
    Fiction that emphasizes prose, theme, interiority, character complexity, and artistic or psychological depth.
    Not just another Summer by Robert Hugill Complete A Good Place by Mark Ponyboy Peters Complete The Castaway Hotel: Next Generation Book 3 by Bill W Complete The Castaway Hotel: Next Generation Book 4 by Bill W Complete Thicker Than Water by John Henry Complete Kept Boy to Made Man by empath Complete As They Say - (Revised) by D.K. Daniels Complete Brian: Taking Courage by Robert Hugill Complete Brian & Gordon: Living in threes by Robert Hugill Complete Kandanga Falls by Mark Ponyboy Peters Complete Top 10 Most Read General Fiction - Rich Boy
    A classic early online gay fiction sub-genre centered on wealthy or socially privileged young men, often involving class difference, family expectations, status, secrecy, privilege, or the risks of being gay within moneyed environments.
    The Freshmen by Mark Arbour Complete TRAVISTY by Mark Arbour In Process Gap Year by Mark Arbour Complete Black Widow by Mark Arbour Complete Paternity by Mark Arbour Complete 9.11 by Mark Arbour Complete The Brilliant Boy Billionaire by Altimexis Complete Boss Nanny by Mrsgnomie Complete Chronicles Of An Academic Predator by Mark Arbour Complete Streak by Mark Arbour Complete Top 3 Most Read General Fiction - Road Story / Journey
    Character-driven travel stories where movement, encounters, reflection, and change are central to the plot.
    Hastings Tale by Topher Lydon Complete Barnaby’s Bounty: The Chrononaut’s Guide to Nautical Dimensions by chris191070 Complete Barnaby and the Accidental Apprentices by chris191070 Complete Top 10 Most Read General Fiction - Slice of Life
    Focuses on ordinary, everyday experiences, emphasizing character interaction, emotional nuance, and the small but meaningful moments of life.
    Love Truly Is Blind by Lee Wilson Complete Begin Again by Tony S. Complete The Longest Third Date by LJCC Temporary Hold The Taft Family’s Before and After by Lee Wilson Complete Love seeDz by Tony S. Complete Ottawa Tales by Topher Lydon Complete The Clinton Boys Head South by Lee Wilson Complete Learning to Stay by ChromedOutCortex Complete Ring by ChromedOutCortex Complete Goldstein Johnson & Cole (2024 re-write) by Mancunian Complete Top 6 Most Read General Fiction - Small Town Fiction
    Stories rooted in the intimacy, familiarity, gossip, conflict, and social interconnectedness of small-community life.
    Out of the Blue by Mark Ponyboy Peters In Process Ride of Your Life by mastershakeme Complete Unexpected Discovery by Bill W Complete Man on the Moon by Boy Mercury X Complete Reunion by Topher Lydon Complete To Tame a Wild Heart by ha_yesha In Process Top 4 Most Read General Fiction - Social Fiction
    General fiction that explores class, institutions, prejudice, social systems, cultural expectations, or the pressures of society on personal lives.
    CRUISING by Wombat Bill Complete Sense of Doubt by William King Complete Parker & Brody: Ground Truth by Cap Complete Parker & Brody: An Alliance by Cap Complete Top 8 Most Read General Fiction - Workplace Fiction
    Stories centered on jobs, careers, offices, professions, or work-based relationships, with professional life shaping the emotional and social conflict.
    Role of a Lifetime by KKirk Complete Employee of the Month by Boy Mercury X Complete Supermarket by Topher Lydon Complete Frozen Embers by sumtimesIwrite Complete No Official Reason by Myr Complete Gay for Pay by chris191070 Complete Steam & Steel by sumtimesIwrite Complete Barnaby and the Zoo Logistics Paradox by chris191070 Complete
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    Fantasy Deep Dive 11

    By Myr,


    Genre Deep Dives
    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
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    General Fiction Deep Dive 10

    By Myr,


    Genre Deep Dives
    Top Read General Fiction Stories Since Deep Dive 9
    Top 9 Most Read General Fiction - Big City / Urban Life
    Stories centered on city living, independence, anonymity, ambition, reinvention, and relationships shaped by urban environments.
    Straight to the Morning by Boy Mercury X Complete Bearding the Lion by Boy Mercury X Complete Kismet by E K Stokes In Process Indian Summer by Boy Mercury X Complete The Confused Traffic Light by Lee Wilson Complete The Fit by Boy Mercury X Complete IceBerg by J92 In Process First Encounter by E K Stokes In Process Kismet Chapter Two - The Shore of the Known by E K Stokes Complete Top 8 Most Read General Fiction - Campus / School Life
    Stories centered on school, boarding school, college, or university life, where personal development and relationships are central.
    Harry Potter and the Sword of Gryffindor by dkstories Complete The Prince and his Pauper by Mark Ponyboy Peters Complete Harry Potter and the Destiny of Prophecies by dkstories Complete Boy Meets Boys by Grayson Rose In Process Sense of Doubt by William King Complete I Spy With My Little Eye by Myr Complete A Tempest in a Teapot by Myr Complete First Bell and Bad Decisions by Kreston Bach In Process Top 4 Most Read General Fiction - Character Study
    Centers on the inner life, psychology, contradictions, and personal development of one or a few characters more than on external plot.
    Ghost In The Guitar by Lee Wilson Complete Parker & Brody: Ground Truth by Cap Complete Parker & Brody: An Alliance by Cap Complete A Bullied Boy Breaks by Lee Wilson Complete Top 10 Most Read General Fiction - Coming of Age
    Follows the personal growth and development of a protagonist from youth to adulthood, or through a major stage of emotional maturation.
    Circumnavigation by C James Complete The Cockney Canuck by Dodger Temporary Hold Swing for the Fences by LittleBuddhaTW Complete Adam Blake by CLJobe Complete Into the fields of Summer by gabz2000 Long-Term Hold A to Z by Parker Owens Complete Gap Year by Mark Arbour Complete Tyler's Dilemma by Jason Rimbaud Complete Paternity by Mark Arbour Complete An English Teen, Circumcised in the USA by Riley Jericho Complete Top 2 Most Read General Fiction - Culinary Fiction
     Stories centered around food, cooking, or restaurant culture, gaining interest for their unique settings
    Essence of Life by W_L Complete Cooking Classes by chris191070 Complete Top 10 Most Read General Fiction - Cultural Fiction
    Focused on exploring and celebrating specific cultures, cultural fiction often provides insight into the traditions, customs, and perspectives of different communities.
    The Art of Living by Robert Hugill Complete Ark II: Life on Gaea by R. Eric Temporary Hold What Else Is There? by Al Norris Complete Small Fry Speed by empath Complete These Bloody Fists by gor mu Complete Well, What Do You Want To Know? by PhillMakracken Long-Term Hold Voli Me Tangere by Aditus Complete Beautiful Definition by Tomkin Watts Complete First They Came, revised by drsawzall Complete SONS OF MAYHEM MC -- HIS TO KEEP by ASH PHOENIX Temporary Hold Top 3 Most Read General Fiction - Dark Academia
    Gothic-inspired fiction set in academic institutions, blending intellectualism, murder, and aesthetic dread.
    Jude by E K Stokes Complete Monstrum by Laura S. Fox In Process First Bell and Bad Decisions by Kreston Bach In Process Top 6 Most Read General Fiction - Domestic Fiction
    Domestic Fiction is broader and includes home life, marriage, cohabitation, daily emotional tensions, and private life beyond strictly family conflict.
    A Jewel in the Dirt by Celian Complete turmoil by Paladin In Process Another Time by Celian In Process A Night with the Boys by Celian Complete Nothing But Fun Happens After Midnight by Ticklishboy30 Complete Between the Times by Celian In Process Top 10 Most Read General Fiction - Drama
    Stories with serious tone
    Swing for the Fences by LittleBuddhaTW Complete Learned to Lie by Krista Complete Misaligned by Laura S. Fox Complete Not just another Summer by Robert Hugill Complete Cards on the Table by Headstall Long-Term Hold BigPaws by Jack Poignet Complete Tyler's Dilemma by Jason Rimbaud Complete Jay's Loelife by Mrsgnomie Complete Dichotomy of Love by Mrsgnomie Complete TRAVISTY by Mark Arbour In Process Top 10 Most Read General Fiction - Experimental
    Stories that explore unconventional structure, narration, style, or storytelling methods, often pushing beyond standard genre expectations.
    My Best Friend’s Brother Dylan Was Supposed to Be Straight by StoriesByTroy Complete Serenity by Albert1434 Complete The Straight Gym Bro Brad Who Lets Me Crash at His Place by DanXWrites Temporary Hold My Bully Invited Me To His Hotel Room by StoriesByTroy Complete His Girlfriend Doesn’t Know by DanXWrites Temporary Hold The Neighbor Across the Window by StoriesByTroy Complete My Ex's Brother Drew by DanXWrites Temporary Hold Frat Games: The House Plaything by StoriesByTroy In Process His Beautiful Boy by CasualWanderer82 Complete My Straight Friend Jake by StoriesByMattVane Temporary Hold Top 10 Most Read General Fiction - Family Drama
    Family Drama emphasizes conflict within family relationships.
    Circumnavigation by C James Complete The Freshmen by Mark Arbour Complete The Cockney Canuck by Dodger Temporary Hold Learned to Lie by Krista Complete Not just another Summer by Robert Hugill Complete A Good Place by Mark Ponyboy Peters Complete Peace of Amiens by Mark Arbour In Process Gap Year by Mark Arbour Complete Paternity by Mark Arbour Complete Black Widow by Mark Arbour Complete Top 10 Most Read General Fiction - Family Saga
    These novels span generations, exploring the dynamics and intricacies of a particular family over time.
    The Freshmen by Mark Arbour Complete Peace of Amiens by Mark Arbour In Process Northern Exposure by Mark Arbour Complete Paternity by Mark Arbour Complete Black Widow by Mark Arbour Complete Odyssey by Mark Arbour Complete TRAVISTY by Mark Arbour In Process 9.11 by Mark Arbour Complete Love Truly Is Blind by Lee Wilson Complete Noah's Adventure by AquariusGuy Complete Top 10 Most Read General Fiction - Friendship / Found Family
    Stories in which friendship, chosen family, loyalty, and support networks are central to the emotional core of the narrative.
    A Jewel in the Dirt by Celian Complete Harry Potter and the Sword of Gryffindor by dkstories Complete Another Time by Celian In Process The Prince and his Pauper by Mark Ponyboy Peters Complete Harry Potter and the Destiny of Prophecies by dkstories Complete Ghost In The Guitar by Lee Wilson Complete Bright Things Come to Confusion by Josh Aterovis Complete Sense of Doubt by William King Complete Kane's Kiss by Josh Aterovis Complete Parker & Brody: Ground Truth by Cap Complete Top 10 Most Read General Fiction - Identity / Self-Discovery
    Stories focused on figuring out selfhood, purpose, belonging, values, or direction in life, beyond a simple age-based coming-of-age arc.
    A Jewel in the Dirt by Celian Complete Still Alive, Dumbass by Tony S. Complete Another Time by Celian In Process Shadows of Consequence by Mike Carss Complete The Burden of Ash and Blood by Mike Carss Complete Alex & Neil: Moving On by Robert Hugill In Process Eden Revisited by Josh Aterovis Complete Bright Things Come to Confusion by Josh Aterovis Complete Ruin The Friendship by irivera In Process Straight to the Morning by Boy Mercury X Complete Top 10 Most Read General Fiction - Literary Fiction
    Fiction that emphasizes prose, theme, interiority, character complexity, and artistic or psychological depth.
    Not just another Summer by Robert Hugill Complete A Good Place by Mark Ponyboy Peters Complete Brian & Gordon: Living in threes by Robert Hugill Complete Kept Boy to Made Man by empath Complete Thicker Than Water by John Henry Complete The Castaway Hotel: Next Generation Book 3 by Bill W Complete The Castaway Hotel: Next Generation Book 4 by Bill W Complete As They Say - (Revised) by D.K. Daniels Complete Brian: Taking Courage by Robert Hugill Complete Finding Home: Halos and Heroes, Bk 1 by JJQuinn Complete Top 10 Most Read General Fiction - Rich Boy
    A classic early online gay fiction sub-genre centered on wealthy or socially privileged young men, often involving class difference, family expectations, status, secrecy, privilege, or the risks of being gay within moneyed environments.
    The Freshmen by Mark Arbour Complete Gap Year by Mark Arbour Complete Paternity by Mark Arbour Complete Black Widow by Mark Arbour Complete TRAVISTY by Mark Arbour In Process 9.11 by Mark Arbour Complete The Brilliant Boy Billionaire by Altimexis Complete Boss Nanny by Mrsgnomie Complete Chronicles Of An Academic Predator by Mark Arbour Complete Streak by Mark Arbour Complete Top 0 Most Read General Fiction - Road Story / Journey
    Character-driven travel stories where movement, encounters, reflection, and change are central to the plot.
    No stories Top 10 Most Read General Fiction - Slice of Life
    Focuses on ordinary, everyday experiences, emphasizing character interaction, emotional nuance, and the small but meaningful moments of life.
    Love Truly Is Blind by Lee Wilson Complete My Roommate Teaches Me by Lee Wilson Complete Begin Again by Tony S. Complete The Taft Family’s Before and After by Lee Wilson Complete The Longest Third Date by LJCC Temporary Hold Ring by ChromedOutCortex Complete Love seeDz by Tony S. Complete Manny Needs a Nanny by Lee Wilson Complete Kill the Messenger by mastershakeme Temporary Hold The Boy on the Porch by Lee Wilson Complete Top 0 Most Read General Fiction - Small Town Fiction
    Stories rooted in the intimacy, familiarity, gossip, conflict, and social interconnectedness of small-community life.
    No stories Top 4 Most Read General Fiction - Social Fiction
    General fiction that explores class, institutions, prejudice, social systems, cultural expectations, or the pressures of society on personal lives.
    CRUISING by Wombat Bill Complete Sense of Doubt by William King Complete Parker & Brody: Ground Truth by Cap Complete Parker & Brody: An Alliance by Cap Complete Top 1 Most Read General Fiction - Workplace Fiction
    Stories centered on jobs, careers, offices, professions, or work-based relationships, with professional life shaping the emotional and social conflict.
    Role of a Lifetime by KKirk In Process
  18. Myr

    Comedy Deep Dive 11

    By Myr,


    Genre Deep Dives
    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
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