- The Setting Sun by Osamu Dazai Complete
- Reads 4,670
- Votes 120
- Parts 9
- Time 3h 13m
The post-war period in Japan was one of immense social change as Japanese society adjusted to the shock of defeat and to the occupation of Japan by American forces and their allies. Osamu Dazai's The Setting Sun takes this milieu as its background to tell the story of the decline of a minor aristocratic family. The story is told through the eyes of Kazuko, the unmarried daughter of a widowed aristocrat. Her search for self meaning in a society devoid of use for her forms the crux of Dazai's novel. It is a sad story, and structurally is a novel very much within the confines of the Japanese take on the novel in a way reminiscent of authors such as Nobel Prize winner Yasunari Kawabata - the social interactions are peripheral and understated, nuances must be drawn, and for readers more used to Western novelistic forms this comes across as being rather wishy-washy. Kazuko's mother falls ill, and due to their financial circumstances they are forced to take a cottage in the countryside. Her brother, who became addicted to opium during the war is missing. When he returns, Kazuko attempts to form a liaison with the novelist Uehara. This romantic displacement only furthers to deepen her alienation from society - Dawn of the Epoch Complete
- Reads 2,587,542
- Votes 51,397
- Parts 100
- Time 11h 27m
Hunter called himself an archaeologist, but he was a modern day treasure hunter. Tiyana was a scientist devoted to her craft. They were passionate people, wholly devoted to their work. Neither of them had time for love. Neither of them could resist it when it happened. Neither of them knew that the world would need the two of them to save it from a tyrannical pre-historic overlord, his cyborg vampire paramour, and their army of mindless drudges. Dawn of the Epoch is an epic science fiction novel about dark matter, death rays, nuclear warfare, and the Large Hadron Collider, but it is also a fantasy novel about medieval warriors, alchemy, and ancient gods. Dawn of the Epoch blends fantasy with reality, bringing mythology to life today. It is also an apocalyptic thriller spanning the globe from the Pyramids of Egypt to the heart of Africa to the majesty of the Himalayas. It is an epic hybrid-genre story with intense action sequences, magic, mythology, suspenseful plot twists, countless obstacles for the protagonists to overcome, and an utterly Machiavellian supernatural villain. Testimonials: "Probably one of my favorite books I've read to date. Brilliantly complex, adoringly rendered and quizzically intense. A must read and one I plan to revisit, and share!" - Amgwatts, Wattpad Reader "This has to be one of the most original and well written novels I have had the pleasure to read, on Wattpad and in general. It was captivating, interesting, immersive and above all, fantastic. I was left in awe of the beings, history and world you created. It was never dull, dry or predicable and it was a nice change from what seems to be the ever popular teen romance with vampires or werewolves or 'bad boys that are actually romantic good boys.' In the end it was a very pleasant surprise." -IridescentLies, Wattpad Reader http://dawnoftheepoch.weebly.com - Heroines in a Villain's World Ongoing
- Reads 43,325
- Votes 757
- Parts 41
- Time 6h 25m
Seven girls, who are good friends, end up in Twisted Wonderland because of a strange mirror. They've become the first group of girls to attend NRC. Though instead of magic, they have something else. They are the daughters of well-known heroes of the Marvel Universe. How will they fare in the upside-down world of Twisted Wonderland? Will they be able to return home? But will they want to go home when it's time? All pics, and other things belong to their respective owners. I own nothing! - The Decameron 2.0 Complete
- Reads 44,910
- Votes 3,605
- Parts 96
- Time 19h 44m
Modeled after Giovanni Boccaccio's classic from the 14th Century, this collection similarly brought 100+ short stories to Wattpad readers. The original's premise was simple: ten individuals entertained themselves over a span of ten days by telling a different tale while hiding out from the plague outside of Florence. Each day had a theme, leading to an end product that was both cohesive, yet unique. This Wattpad collection aimed to give readers a similar experience. The Decameron 2.0 originally appeared on Wattpad in 2016, but was moved to draft form when I joined the Futures Program. Now that the FP is gone, this collection can be reposted. Participation was by invitation only with each "day" having a Group Leader, otherwise known as the King or Queen for the day. They had the great responsibility to not only pick the other nine authors in their team, but also the theme that they wrote around. Awards were given to the best story within each theme and the overall best story from all the shorts, each chosen by Guest Judges. Readers also had a chance to vote for their favorite to get a special Readers' Award. Stories are between 1,500 and 3,000 words each. They are the sole properties of their respective authors. - Breaking Dawn Part 2 - Trailer Shop [CLOSED FOREVER] Complete
- Reads 28,469
- Votes 2,829
- Parts 155
- Time 1h 25m
Hey welcome to my trailer shop where you can request trailers for your Wattpad stories enjoy. Cover by LilBeanNick - How can villains and bad guys be so attractive? Ongoing
- Reads 64,295
- Votes 1,063
- Parts 199
- Time 2h 32m
A book on villains and bad guys that are so evil, vile, ruthless, and yet so irresistible! We hate the things they do, but we love them so much! I do not own the songs, lyrics, videos, or pictures. Requests are allowed. Just message me. - A Dance Of Love (LCB Story 9: Light Montero Story) Complete
- Reads 348
- Votes 62
- Parts 62
- Time 7h 58m
"Dance of Love" is an enchanting love story that unfolds like a graceful and rhythmic dance. Set against the backdrop of diverse cultures, the narrative follows the intricate steps of two individuals who find themselves entwined in the mesmerizing choreography of love. The story is a celebration of the universal language of love, transcending boundaries and embracing the beauty of diversity. As the protagonists navigate the dance floor of life, they encounter a symphony of emotions, from the delicate steps of infatuation to the passionate twirls of deep connection. The characters in "Dance of Love" are portrayed as dancers in this grand ballroom of life, each step expressing a sentiment, each turn revealing a layer of their souls. The narrative explores the ebbs and flows of their relationship, mirroring the natural rhythm of a dance that evolves from tentative steps to a harmonious duet. Through vivid descriptions and emotive scenes, "Dance of Love" captures the essence of the transformative power of love. The story invites readers to witness the characters' growth as they learn to trust, surrender, and fully embrace the magic of the dance that is love. In the end, "Dance of Love" leaves readers with a lingering melody, a testament to the timeless and universal nature of a dance that transcends time, culture, and circumstance. This is Light Montero and Pearl Villagonzalo love story... - Random Stuff Complete
- Reads 6,240
- Votes 848
- Parts 200
- Time 1h 25m
Announcements, updates, stuff about me, and stuff that doesn't fit anywhere else! :D - THE BUDDHA AND HIS DHAMMA Ongoing
- Reads 41,086
- Votes 466
- Parts 178
- Time 8h 13m
The Buddha and His Dhamma, a treatise on Lord Buddha's life and Buddhism, was the last work of Indian statesman and scholar B. R. Ambedkar. The book is treated as a holy text by Indian Buddhists. It was first published in 1957 after Ambedkar's death. It was again Published in 1979 by the Education Department of the Government of Maharashtra as the eleventh volume of Ambedkar's collected writings and speeches, with a list of sources and an index. While explaining purpose of writing the book Ambedkar writes: "The urge to write this book has a different origin. In 1951 the Editor of the Mahabodhi Society's Journal of Calcutta asked me to write an article for the Vaishak Number. In that article I argued that the Buddha's Religion was the only religion which a society awakened by science could accept, and without which it would perish. I also pointed out that for the modern world Buddhism was the only religion which it must have to save itself. That Buddhism makes [a] slow advance is due to the fact that its literature is so vast that no one can read the whole of it. That it has no such thing as a bible, as the Christians have, is its greatest handicap. On the publication of this article, I received many calls, written and oral, to write such a book. It is in response to these calls that I have undertaken the task." - Ace's Book of Randomness 2 Ongoing
- Reads 3,759
- Votes 513
- Parts 187
- Time 19m
I dunno - 5 Minute Reads | Anthology Ongoing
- Reads 40,797
- Votes 1,851
- Parts 105
- Time 7h 20m
This is a collection of short stories written by Wattpadders. It aims to bring a variety of stories of different genres, all of which can be read within 5 minutes. So, whatever style you like, we know you'll find something here to keep you entertained whenever you fancy a quick read, whether it's waiting for the bus or train, or take your mind off things while sitting in the dentist waiting room. Explore, read, enjoy. - Disney's BibleDisneyDents The Junior Novel Ongoing
- Reads 2,759
- Votes 1
- Parts 194
- Time 3h 51m
Drizella and Anastasia Joseph Abel Seth Cain Moses Ruben Aaron are Invited to go Hero school in BibleDisneyDon There They meet Other Disney and Bible Heroes and Villains SuperBook takes the StepSisters Drizella and Anastasia back in different Times and On a Lot of Biblical adventures where They befriend Biblical characters and Villains they Have never heard of Before who are Familiar. They journey Through the Word of God and See the Stories of Him for Themselves together. The Sisters enjoy the Stories and learn a Lesson from It. Evie's Mother The Evil Queen uses magic and summons the forces of Wicked and turns Joy and Chris's day into a nightmare Fantasmic! For the first time The Biblical characters and Joy and Chris meet Mufasa and his brother Scar having a adventure. Together Chris and Joy use God's power over the Evil Queen and her friends defeating her and the Biblical villains. In Fantasmic! The Bible characters have their own medley of themselves in songs at the beginning The Evil Queen summons her evil friends and turns the Biblical Characters Dream into a nightmare Fantasmic! Together all of them defeat the villains and they laugh at the villains being humiliated and defeated! Joy has trouble with deciding which Biblical Story she wants to talk about Chris tells her that he can help and he can talk for her if she doesn't want to. The Sisters Liv and Maddie have a fun sister sleepover with Anna Elsa Anastasia and Drizella they watch VeggieTales Where's God when I'm S Scared? Dave and The Giant Pickle Moe and the Big Exit and Rack Shack and Benny The Episodes retell the Biblical Stories Of The Ten Plagues Moses and The Exodus David and Goliath Daniel and the Lions Den The Three Hebrew Boys they also watch SuperBook The Episodes Roar! And The Fiery Furnace! For the first time and Liv and Maddie for the first time see Beginners Bible The Story Of Moses and The Story Of David and Goliath . Joy becomes friends with the children of Biblical Villains and Heroes . - chonky Ongoing
- Reads 4,373
- Votes 186
- Parts 181
- Time 57m
:p - 7 Kills + An Apple Complete
- Reads 5,027
- Votes 300
- Parts 89
- Time 7h 4m
The Devil Wears Prada meets White Collar. Kalypso Queen, twenty-three years old and Vice President of Capello International's subsidiary, Capello Wine Company, wears three expressions: rage, annoyance, and coldness. Young, brilliant, blue-blooded, and demanding, she is disliked by most. Special Agent Brandon Prince is replacing the murderer vintner. Knowing that Kalypso Queen is the number one suspect, he investigates her and is intrigued by her aloof personality. But when he truly knows her, he begins to doubt his superior's suspicions of Miss Queen. Murder. Romance. Deceit. Greed. Who murdered the previous vintner? And why is there a trail of dead bodies no matter where Kalypso Queen goes? - Lizzy's "Video Journal" featuring Yu-Gi-Oh characters and OCs (Wattys 2018) Complete
- Reads 8,107
- Votes 1,120
- Parts 200
- Time 6h 31m
This is a remake of the previous one! Hi, this is Lizzy! I decided to make a video journal of my life at school with my friends. Have fun!!! (I kind of wish that anime characters were real so that there can be an actual video journal but it's gonna be a lot of dialogue and verbs in the parts. Be prepared for madness. The Yugioh characters I use belongs to the respectful owners.) Have fun!
You are seeing 15 of 16 results