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  2. Myr
    What We’re Hearing from the Community Survey — and Where Gay Authors Is Going Next
    First, thank you.
    We asked members to take time out of their day to tell us what is working, what is frustrating, and what would make Gay Authors better. Many of you did exactly that. We have heard from daily readers, occasional visitors, authors, editors, Premium members, longtime community members, and people who mostly enjoy the site quietly in the background.
    That range of feedback matters. Gay Authors is not just one type of member or one type of reader. Some members visit multiple times a day. Others stop by when they have time. Some follow active serials. Some strongly prefer completed stories. Some use advanced filters. Others just want a simpler way to find something good to read.
    The survey has helped clarify an important point:
    Gay Authors is strongest when it helps members read, discover, follow, return, and connect.
    That is where we are focusing our next major work.

    The Big Picture
    The clearest result from the survey is that most members come to Gay Authors to read stories. That may sound obvious, but it is important because it keeps our priorities grounded.
    Members told us they value:
    Reading stories Following favorite authors Discovering new stories Finding completed works Using tags, genres, tropes, and story details to choose what to read Getting updates from authors and stories they care about Returning to stories they were already reading That gives us a clear direction. The next stage of Gay Authors needs to make the reading experience easier, more personal, and more comfortable across desktop, tablet, and mobile.

    Easier Story Discovery
    One of the strongest themes in the survey was story discovery.
    Members want it to be easier to find stories they are interested in. Some want better search. Some want simpler browsing. Some want clearer genre paths. Some want better filtering by genre, tags, length, status, or author. Some want recommendations based on stories and authors they already enjoy.
    Gay Authors already has many powerful tools in this area, including story search, author search, filters, quick searches, reading history, suggested stories, and story ratings. But the survey makes clear that having tools is not enough. Those tools also need to be easy to find, easy to understand, and easy to use.
    That is why our next update will focus not just on adding features, but on making the experience clearer.
    Planned work includes:
    Improved search and filtering Better organization of story discovery tools Clearer genre and tag pathways Better ways to find completed stories, ongoing stories, and recently updated stories Better visibility for recommended stories and similar authors More consistent story metadata
    Simple Browse and Advanced Browse
    One thing we heard clearly is that members do not all want to browse the same way.
    Some members like powerful filters and detailed controls. Others want a simpler path: pick a genre, see stories, and start reading.
    Both approaches are valid.
    Because of that, we are planning to support two browsing experiences:
    Simple Browse will offer a cleaner, more guided way to find stories. It will focus on common reading paths such as Continue Reading, Completed Stories, Recently Updated Stories, Browse by Genre, Recommended for You, and Popular Stories.
    Advanced Browse will continue to support members who want the full power of filters, tags, sorting, status options, and detailed search controls.
    The goal is not to remove power from experienced users. The goal is to make Gay Authors easier for members who want a calmer, more direct browsing experience.
    Finding Completed Stories Without Hiding Ongoing Stories
    Many members told us that completion status matters when choosing what to read. That makes sense. Starting a long story is an investment, and some readers prefer to know that a story is finished before they begin.
    At the same time, Gay Authors has always supported serial writing. Many authors post chapter by chapter, and many readers enjoy following stories as they update.
    So we need to support both kinds of reading.
    We will continue making completed stories easy to find, but we do not want to hide active serial authors. Simple Browse will include clear pathways for Completed Stories and Ongoing Stories. Advanced Browse will continue to support more detailed filtering.
    The goal is choice, not one default that works for some members while hurting others.
    Continue Reading and Reading History
    Another strong theme was helping members return to stories they were already reading.
    Gay Authors already tracks reading history and has recommendation tools, but the survey showed that these features need to be surfaced more clearly. Many members think in terms of “Where was I?” or “How do I continue the story I started?” rather than in terms of technical labels or menu locations.
    As part of the next update, we want to make reader tools easier to recognize and use.
    That means clearer access to things like:
    Continue Reading Reading History Recommended for You Tune My Recommendations Followed Stories Followed Authors Collections or saved reading lists, which may become Bookshelves in the new system A major goal is to make the reader experience feel more like “My Reading” rather than a set of separate tools members have to remember how to find.
    Better Recommendations
    Members also asked for better ways to find similar stories and similar authors.
    This fits directly into where we are already heading. We want Gay Authors to do a better job helping readers answer questions like:
    What should I read next? What stories are similar to this one? What authors might I enjoy? What completed stories match my interests? What new authors deserve attention? What stories fit the tags, genres, tone, or style I like? Recommendations will not replace browsing or search. They will add another path, especially for members who know what they like but do not know what to look for next.
    Tags, Genres, Tropes, and Metadata
    The survey strongly reinforced the value of good story information.
    Members rely on tags, genres, tropes, length, status, ratings, and other story details when deciding what to read. That means metadata is not just an administrative detail. It is part of the reading experience.
    We will continue working on:
    Better tag and trope consistency Clearer genre and subgenre organization Better story metadata quality Better ways to use metadata in browsing and recommendations Improvements that help members find stories matching their interests This is also one of the reasons we created a new team called the Archive Stewards. Better metadata helps readers, authors, and the site as a whole.
    Interested in helping? The Archive Stewards will help review older stories where authors may no longer be active. If you enjoy reading and organizing story information, please PM @Myr.
    Notifications and Communication Preferences
    Members told us that updates matter, especially story updates and favorite-author updates. At the same time, many members want fewer or more selective notifications.
    That is not a contradiction. It means members want control.
    One member may want every update from favorite authors. Another may only want a weekly digest. Another may want story updates but not community updates. Another may prefer minimal contact.
    Our planned communication and notification improvements will focus on making those choices easier.
    The goal is to let members decide what kinds of updates are useful to them and make it easy to do so. The current notification options are powerful, but not as easy to use as they should be. We want to make those choices clearer and more manageable.
    Author Tools and Author Support
    Although most survey responses came from readers, authors and editors also gave important feedback.
    Authors want better tools, clearer posting processes, better feedback, and better ways to connect with readers. Some members also mentioned the importance of helping newer authors be discovered rather than only surfacing the most established names.
    This matters because authors are the source of the stories readers come here for.
    Planned author-side improvements include:
    Author portal improvements, starting with a clearer central place for authors to manage their work and expanding from there Better story and chapter management Better guidance for posting and managing works Posting schedule or author status options Better visibility for new and emerging authors Author retention and support workflows We are also discussing a possible future Reader Responses system. This would be separate from the existing site reactions and would allow readers to quickly tell authors how a chapter landed emotionally, such as “Loved it,” “Emotional,” “Surprised,” “Funny,” “Tense,” or “Want more.” This would give authors more useful feedback without requiring every reader to write a full comment.
    Mobile, Desktop, and Device Parity
    Site analytics show that Gay Authors usage is split heavily across mobile and desktop. That means future work cannot be designed only for one screen size.
    Our goal is device parity:
    Core features should be available and usable on desktop, tablet, and mobile.
    That does not mean every screen will look identical. Some features need different layouts depending on the device. A desktop page may support a dense advanced filter panel, while mobile may need collapsible panels, larger tap targets, and simpler task-based navigation.
    The goal is the same functionality, adapted intelligently to the device being used.

    Interactive Fiction
    We are also continuing work on interactive fiction as an optional new story type.
    This is not intended to replace traditional stories. Traditional stories remain the heart of Gay Authors.
    Interactive fiction will simply give interested authors another format to create with and interested readers another way to experience stories. It also gives us a way to reach new audiences who are more familiar with choice-based and interactive storytelling.
    Members who are not interested in interactive fiction will not have to use it. It will be another story type available within the broader Gay Authors ecosystem.
    Ads and the Reading Experience
    Some members raised concerns about ads interrupting reading.
    We understand that reading flow matters. We have already reviewed ad placement settings and adjusted controls to keep ads from appearing in the middle of story chapters. Supporting the site is important, but ads should not disrupt the act of reading.
    What We Are Not Doing
    It is also worth being clear about what we are not doing.
    We are not throwing away the current archive.
    We are not removing advanced tools.
    We are not hiding ongoing serials in favor of completed stories only.
    We are not forcing interactive fiction on readers or authors.
    We are not treating every individual suggestion as a site-wide decision.
    The survey is a guide. It helps us see patterns, priorities, and pain points. Some requested tools already exist, which tells us we need to make them clearer. Some requests point to features already planned. Some ideas need more thought. Some are individual preferences rather than site-wide direction.
    That is normal and expected.
    Where This Leaves Us
    The survey has confirmed that our next major update should focus on making Gay Authors:
    Easier to browse Easier to search Easier to personalize Easier to continue reading Easier to use across devices Better for authors Better at helping readers discover stories they will enjoy A lot of this work was already planned, but the survey gives us stronger confidence that we are focusing on the right things.
    These changes will not all arrive at once. Some are tied to the upcoming platform upgrade, while others will be added in stages as we build, test, and refine them.

    We Want the Discussion
    This post is not the final word. It is the start of a broader discussion.
    We would especially like to hear your thoughts on:
    What would make Simple Browse useful without taking away Advanced Browse? What should be easiest to find on a “My Reading” page? How should we balance completed stories and ongoing serials? What kinds of recommendations would be most useful? What author tools or feedback would help writers stay motivated? What parts of the site are hardest to use on mobile? What help topics would make the site easier for newer or less technical members? Example render of possible "My Reading" interface
    Thank you again to everyone who completed the survey. Gay Authors has always grown through the energy, creativity, and feedback of its members. Your responses are helping us shape the next stage of that growth.
    — The Gay Authors Team
  4. Myr

    History Genre Deep Dive 10

    By Myr,


    Genre Deep Dives
    Top Read Historical Stories Since Deep Dive 9
    Top 10 Most Read Historical - Alternate
    Nazi's win WWII, Napoleon win's the Battle of Waterloo, Roman Empire never fell without fantasy/speculative fiction items (other than alternate history). The Man in the High Castle
    A Knight in the Darkness by Topher Lydon Complete Falling Apart by craftingmom Complete Do Over by dkstories Complete Engineer Benson by Wayne Gray Long-Term Hold Do Over Redux by dkstories Complete Capitol Hill - Summer of '22 Book VI by Carlos Hazday Complete Let's Do It by dkstories Complete Kage Match by kbois Complete Doing It Right by dkstories Complete Of Maps & Men by Inkognito Complete Top 1 Most Read Historical - Ancient Greco-Roman
    In reference to ancient Greek and Roman times. Cultural, political, societal. Ideas, original Olympic games, orgies, Creaser's, senators.
    Shards & Fragments: Short Stories by SilvryArdor Long-Term Hold Top 6 Most Read Historical - Ancient Orient
    Near East, Ottoman Empire, Middle East, Mesopotamia. Early, middle, late Bronze Age, Iron Age.
    The Spirit of the Plum Blossom Tree (TSPBT) by Kong Wen Hui Long-Term Hold Raising a Rebel by W_L Long-Term Hold To Dance On Your Fingertips by small mercy Long-Term Hold The Stonemason's son and the Silk Prince by Topher Lydon Complete Sword of the Missed (SOTM) by Kong Wen Hui Long-Term Hold Shards & Fragments: Short Stories by SilvryArdor Long-Term Hold Top 10 Most Read Historical - Cold War
    Stories set in the height of the cold war from 1950-1990. Early Tom Clancy novels
    Chronicles Of An Academic Predator by Mark Arbour Complete Jay & Miles by ColumbusGuy Long-Term Hold Be Rad by Mark Arbour Complete The Land Whore by Mark Arbour Complete A Summer in Iowa by Altimexis Complete Do Over by dkstories Complete 1968 by Mark Arbour Complete Do Over Redux by dkstories Complete A Summer Love by Mark Arbour Complete Let's Do It by dkstories Complete Top 10 Most Read Historical - Historical Drama
    Features a dramatic narrative set in a historical period, often focusing on the lives of ordinary people or families living through significant historical events.
    The Freshmen by Mark Arbour Complete Northern Exposure by Mark Arbour Complete Paternity by Mark Arbour Complete Black Widow by Mark Arbour Complete TRAVISTY by Mark Arbour In Process Odyssey by Mark Arbour Complete 9.11 by Mark Arbour Complete HMS Valiant by Mark Arbour Complete Streak by Mark Arbour Complete St. Vincent by Mark Arbour Complete Top 10 Most Read Historical - Historical Literary
    Exploration of human condition in the past.
    The Freshmen by Mark Arbour Complete Peace of Amiens by Mark Arbour In Process Gap Year by Mark Arbour Complete Northern Exposure by Mark Arbour Complete Paternity by Mark Arbour Complete Black Widow by Mark Arbour Complete Odyssey by Mark Arbour Complete 9.11 by Mark Arbour Complete HMS Valiant by Mark Arbour Complete Chronicles Of An Academic Predator by Mark Arbour Complete Top 2 Most Read Historical - Historical Thriller
    Incorporates elements of suspense, espionage, or political intrigue within a historical setting. Plots may involve conspiracies, espionage, or historical events with a thriller-style pacing.
    The Kings Boy - A Medieval Novel by E K Stokes Complete Love in a time of hatred by Gary L Complete Top 1 Most Read Historical - Industrial Revolution
    Conversion to modern inventions and processes. Not limited to railroad, cotton gin, electricity.
    I Pity the Poor Immigrant by PlacidGuy Complete Top 2 Most Read Historical - Historical Thriller
    Incorporates elements of suspense, espionage, or political intrigue within a historical setting. Plots may involve conspiracies, espionage, or historical events with a thriller-style pacing.
    The Kings Boy - A Medieval Novel by E K Stokes Complete Love in a time of hatred by Gary L Complete Top 1 Most Read Historical - Industrial Revolution
    Conversion to modern inventions and processes. Not limited to railroad, cotton gin, electricity.
    I Pity the Poor Immigrant by PlacidGuy Complete Top 7 Most Read Historical - Medieval
    Medieval Drama, love, poetry, romance. Think Game of Thrones
    Knight and Squire by Albert1434 Complete The Kings Boy - A Medieval Novel by E K Stokes Complete The Holy Lance of Antioch by Topher Lydon Complete The Prisoner of Carronne by Mark Ponyboy Peters Complete The Purple Phoenix by GENERAL PIGNOUF Temporary Hold The Lord of the Pierced Dawn by Topher Lydon In Process A Declaration of War by Mawgrim Complete Top 10 Most Read Historical - Non-Contemporary
    Stories set in previous times
    Peace of Amiens by Mark Arbour In Process The Watchers by Topher Lydon Complete Rome by CLJobe Complete A Soldier's Guide to Single Parenting by Dodger Complete Papa Stour by quokka Complete Light Bringer: Fireborn by Jack Poignet Complete Live, Love, Lose by LittleCherryBlossom26 Complete Aussie Pioneers by quokka Complete Marcus and the Slave by Kiltie69 Complete Boys of the 1950s by Tallguyct Complete Top 3 Most Read Historical - Victorian
    Set during the Victorian era (1837–1901), these novels capture the social, cultural, and technological changes of the time. Dickensian novels are classic examples.
    Shadows of the Moon by Albert1434 Complete The Curse Of Love by arielynn24 Temporary Hold The Frost Fair by Topher Lydon Complete Top 10 Most Read Historical - Western
    Places the story in the American West during the 19th century, exploring the challenges and adventures faced by pioneers, settlers, and Native Americans.
    Bearpaw: An Old West Tale by Headstall Complete Sidewinder by Headstall Complete Buckshot by Topher Lydon Complete Larkspur: A Sidewinder Tale by Headstall Complete The Undertaker's Devil by Refugium Complete Where Love Lies: Book 1 by vanalas Complete Boundaries: An Old West Tale by Headstall Complete Forever My Love by vanalas Complete Journey to Salvation by Headstall Complete The Mistress by vanalas Complete Top 6 Most Read Historical - World Wars
    Stories set in the time frame of WWI and WWII and in between about 1914-1945
    Live, Love, Lose by LittleCherryBlossom26 Complete Trench Rat by lomax61 Complete Come Back To Us by LittleCherryBlossom26 Long-Term Hold Lukas by Connectwriter Long-Term Hold A Love Story with a Prisoner of War by joecarlson Long-Term Hold In the Service by RolandQ Complete
  14. Myr

    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
  25. Myr

    Fantasy Deep Dive 10

    By Myr,


    Genre Deep Dives
    Top Read Fantasy Stories Since Deep Dive 9
    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 In Process 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 The Spirit of the Plum Blossom Tree (TSPBT) by Kong Wen Hui 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 In Process Half a broken Wing by Celian Temporary Hold Hotel Room 606 by Lee Wilson Complete Primal Park by astone2292 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 5 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.
    It's Always Something by Ticklishboy30 Temporary Hold The Flower Thief and Other Tales of Yalda by Page Scrawler In Process Lovesquatch: A Culinary Cryptid Romcom by Rafy Complete The Amulet Of Darkness by Ticklishboy30 Complete Legends 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 Broken Path, Starless Tail by Cia Long-Term Hold Arhavana: Welcome to Redwaters by Hardianarcher Temporary Hold 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 Widderkin Interlude by Palantir Complete Hazardous by CassieQ In Process Corrupting the Innocent by kbois Complete Green Lightning by Aditus Complete All Hallows Eve Adventure by Cia Complete Top 7 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 Temporary Hold The Theocracy - The Blackened Cross by ValentineDavis21 Abandoned The Demon's Realm. by E K Stokes Complete 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 The Rider's Pride by dkstories Complete Empty, Open, Dusty, Dead by Mawgrim Complete Clown Wyrm by Adam Andrews Johnson Complete Starfall by dragonthusiast 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 Suspicious Seaweed by Thirdly Complete Raising a Rebel by W_L Long-Term Hold Darkest Days (The Wild Hunt) by Jack Poignet Complete The Snake's Lover by Refugium Complete Glamourhammer by Jack Poignet Long-Term Hold The Six Swans by Refugium Complete The Golden Bird by Refugium Complete A Miracle At Christmastime by Lee Wilson Complete The Fear of Fairies by Refugium 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 Light at the End of the Tunnel by kbois Complete The Case of the Short, Short Prince by Geron Kees Complete The Brotherhood: Awakening Book II by The Writer X In Process Widderkin by Palantir Complete Gone Away, Gone Ahead by Mawgrim Complete The Reluctant Consort by lilansui Complete Touch: A survival story. by Rhythminthemind Long-Term Hold The Strange Life of Jonas Marks by comicfan Complete First Notch Right by lustful_orcs Complete Z is For Zombie by Geron Kees 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
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    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 A Wizard's War by TeamStilinski Temporary Hold Surrounded by the Darkness by Lupus Complete The Blue Moon by Lupus Complete 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 Of Pride and Power by W_L Complete Light Bringer: Fireborn by Jack Poignet Complete The Holy Lance of Antioch by Topher Lydon In Process A Journey to Egypt by Albert1434 Complete Unicorn Quests by Cia Complete Unchained by lawfulneutralmage Complete The Court of Ghosts by Stephen Wormwood Complete Raising a Rebel by W_L Long-Term Hold Promises to Keep by W_L Complete Top 2 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 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 Shadow‘s Reach (Halloween Noir) by Jack Poignet Complete Dust in the Basement by Celian Complete Spirit of Fire by Stellar Complete Light Bringer: Fireborn by Jack Poignet Complete Harry Potter and the Parliament of Dreams by Myr Long-Term Hold Connor and the Wolves by Yeoldebard Complete Bell(e)s in the Woods by Celian 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 In Process Box Shaped Heart by Laura S. Fox Complete A Knight in the Darkness by Topher Lydon Complete Ink and Flowers by Celian Temporary Hold Dust in the Basement by Celian Complete Somewhere to Go by astroguy Temporary Hold Someone Is Stealing Christmas Wishes, Charlie Boone! by Geron Kees 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 Of Pride and Power by W_L Complete The Roaming Sea by Mike Carss Complete Somewhere to Go by astroguy Temporary Hold Arcum Dawns by mastershakeme Complete Strength of Fate by Mike Carss Complete Shadows of Consequence by Mike Carss Complete Raze the Night by dragonthusiast Complete Top 10 Most Read Fantasy - Mythic Fantasy
    New spins on old stories - Think Percy Jackson and the Olympians or American Gods
    The Nextworld Invasion and the Death of Magic by Adam Andrews Johnson Complete Exile to Érenn by Mark Paren In Process A Wizard's War by TeamStilinski Temporary Hold Light Bringer: Fireborn by Jack Poignet Complete Blades of Ashes by lilansui In Process Unicorn Quests by Cia 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 The Sons of Memory by Stefan Complete The Dark and Mystical Twins by BendtedWreath 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 In Process 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 In Process Ark II by R. Eric Complete Traded Goods by Yeoldebard Complete Reverent: Six by Tony S. Complete We All Go A Little Mad Sometimes, Charlie Boone! by Geron Kees Complete The Black Aura by Lee Wilson Complete The Christmas Elf & I by P. E. Knapp 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
    Into the fields of Summer by gabz2000 Long-Term Hold Morningstar: The Malaise by Headstall Complete Running with the Pack by WolfM Complete Oregon in the Fall by drown Long-Term Hold 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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