What if instead of aliens' invading Earth, humans invaded their planet?

After World war III reduced Earth to ashes, the last remnants of humanity fled to the stars, carving a new empire among the clouds of an alien world- *Elysium*. But this new paradise was already home to a native civilisation, one now shackled under the terms of a brutal treaty. Every year, the aliens pay tribute. Every day, their skies are shadowed by the ships of their human overlords.

The people of Elysium live under the boot of the Dominion-an authoritarian human regime that controls every aspects of life. Children are bred, not born. Raised not to love or dream, but to dominate. The highest honour in this twisted society is to become an Avatar-a chosen warrior diplomat engineered to mimic their slaves and maintain human supremacy.

Evan, a gifted but rebellious young recruit, never wanted this life. He dreams of something the Dominion forbids: *freedom.* But when he's selected to complete in the Trails, a brutal gauntlet meant to forge the next generation of Avatars, he must fight not just to survive-but to understand the truth behind the Dominion, the aliens they oppress, and the role he was bred to play.

As Evan's beliefs are shattered and loyalties tested, he'll face an impossible choice: rise as a symbol of oppression, or burn it all down...and take himself down with it.

In a world built on ashes and lies, what does it mean to be human anymore?

The system erased him. He didn't fit the codes. His name was carved out. His past was torn away. Now he's waking up- in a city wiped from the maps, where even the dead are forgotten. Inside him, only one sentence echoes: "You're your own burden." And some burdens... don't wait beneath the ground

A group of astronauts were just about to embark on a routine space mission when a massive, unexpected surge of energy tore open a rift in time and space.

After triumphing over the trials of his past, Kyrie finds himself in a new universe, ready to face challenges beyond his imagination. As he navigates this uncharted realm, he reunites with familiar faces and forges bonds with new allies, all while seeking the truth behind his existence. Among them is Ziekary, the story's female lead, whose strength and spirit will test the limits of their camaraderie.

Together, they will confront powerful foes and unravel the mysteries of their intertwined destinies. Will Kyrie rise to the occasion and embrace his new path, or will the shadows of his past threaten to consume him once more?

In this post I offer one of the 13 short stories in my Echoes of the Mind's Eye collection--both the full text and a link to my reading of it in one of my podcasts. I hope you'll enjoy it.

Follows a college student struggling with a newfound drinking problem who has befriended a ghost in the local tavern bathroom.

This is a short piece I wrote for school as a freewriting exercise.

~1000 words

On Lunareth, a planet where magic flows like liquid stardust, love is written in the stars—literally. The celestial beings known as Celestaraare bound by the Starborn Oath, ensuring that every soul has a Luminis, a fated counterpart destined to complete them.

But Elysiawas born under a shattered star, a girl with no destined bond, an anomaly in a world where love is preordained.

Wandering through Lunareth’s glowing forests, she encounters Kaelith, a boy unlike any she has ever seen. His presence flickers like an echo, his touch both real and fleeting—because he was never meant to exist. Kaelith is a being born from the dying wish of a fallen star, a soul without a place in the cosmos.

Drawn together by an unexplainable force, Elysia and Kaelith uncover a prophecy hidden in the constellations—one that speaks of a love so powerful, it could unravel the very fabric of fate. But when the cosmic forces governing their world threaten to tear them apart, they must make an impossible choice: obey destiny or rewrite the stars themselves.

Luminis: A Love Written in Lightis a breathtaking tale of celestial romance, cosmic fate, and the defiant power of love against all odds.

Copyright © 2025 by INKELLEAll rights reserved. No part of this book may be copied, reproduced, or distributed in any form without the express written permission of the author, except for brief quotes used in reviews or critical discussions.

This is a work of fiction. Any similarities to real persons, places, or events are purely coincidental. The story, characters, and world are original creations inspired by themes of cosmic romance, fate, and magic.

The idea for "The Doctrine" came to me while reading about the early days of public anatomical theaters in Europe. I was fascinated by the intersection of science and religion during the 17th century, when medical knowledge was advancing but still heavily restricted by Church doctrine.

What struck me most was how women were completely excluded from this scientific revolution. I wondered: What if a determined young woman found a way to participate? The character of Clara emerged from this question—a butcher's daughter with practical knowledge of anatomy who yearns for something more than her predetermined future.

Setting the story in Leiden in 1612 felt perfect. During its Golden Age, the Dutch Republic was experiencing both religious tensions and scientific advancement. The city's famous university was attracting scholars from across Europe, creating an environment where new ideas could flourish—albeit cautiously.

At its heart, this is a story about a young woman who disguises herself as a man to attend Europe's first public dissection, only to discover her mentor is hiding revolutionary medical knowledge that challenges the Church's teaching. As Clara navigates the dangerous world of scientific discovery, gender barriers, and religious scrutiny, she must make difficult choices about truth, loyalty, and her own future.

*SPOILER ALERT*

the story picks up some time after the first volume of Supremeo. find it on my profile!

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After the events of Sigmond's reappearance and lifting the nation of Avalon off the travel ban list. Supremeo and crew continue their search for their friend Victor Hawkins. Their companion reappears but not in a way they'd hope for! While still processing their friends reappearance, familiar and new foes appear complicating their reunion even further. As a new evil power reveals it's face, Supremeo must get a hold of a necessary power up that's vital to completing his main purpose of living. And that's repairing the damages the war caused on the red planet and it's people. Supremeo II: War Hawk answers the mystery of Victor's disappearance while continuing to unfold the mysteries of the War Lord faction as well.

What happens when Ayame races against time to stop the mad scientist Shiro from executing a dangerous plan at Tokyo Tower?

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Madscientist VS Sporty Girl

Enemy to Lover Trope

A SARA series novel by Kasobazu Sumi (Kazu), all rights reserved.

Peni Araka (AKA Sara), a high school girl from the famous Peni Sakashi clan who has a passion to save people from danger, found her place as an Intern Agent in the new SAIR Internship Program, the agency that was responsible for protecting people during dangerous supernatural incidents, investigating complex super-nature related crimes, and also ensure the security of the nation. While during her work term, she had came across people from different background with unique personalities and made many friends along the way. She also furthered her understanding of how the world functioned during the work term. However, as she dived deeper into the world, dangers and uncertainty were always awaiting her.

Ras, a wanted mercenary sets out to a new land in hopes of finding his latest target but soon gets plagued with visions of his past which hinders his work. Wishing to find an answer to them after his latest mission encounters a young girl who deems to be Knight sent to capture him.What lies ahead for Ras and the brash Knight.

This will be the first chapter of my story I hope everyone who gives it a shot enjoys it.