best magazines for western fiction

This is a story of a captain of a secluded place and a gorgeous female celebrity—both who would hardly cross paths but a collision in Tibet sets an opening to their encounter. Upon their first encounter, Wenxian already has her eyes set on Captain Lu—her mouth drooling with desire. Wenxian, “Hmm? How can I win over your heart? In a plain sack or using sweet talk?” With a cigarette in his mouth, Lu Xiao scoffs. “You are an impressive and popular celebrity, I am only a captain at this secluded place. I am very poor, what is it in me that you like about?” Wenxian, “I like how you always snub back at me.” Lu Xiao choked and walked away heartlessly. “You are shameless, don’t even dream about it!” The next day, he said, “It's all because you were carried away by a whim?” Wenxian, “No, hatching a scheme.”

“Great Saint, why did you follow that thieving baldy to rob the sacred mountain?” “Ah, it’s a long story. Back then, that thieving baldy grabbed my neck and asked me, ‘Are you coming with me to the Western Heaven, or should I send you to the Western Heaven...’” “What about you, Marshal Tianpeng?” “He said he was afraid of getting hungry on the way to the West, so he brought some dry rations along.” “...” This is a story filled with joy, scheming, and relentless teasing all the way through.

As the future High-Ranking among Elven, I was meant to be dignified and holy—but my friends never gave me the chance. One is a human prodigy turned "cripple" after an accident, determined to prove everyone wrong. Another is the Demon King, whose idea of preparing for war involves turning his entire race into farmers. As I watch my friends stir chaos in their own ways, I can’t help but wonder—how did I end up in the middle of all this?

On the vast sea, a luxurious yacht was shaking violently, and the raging storm mercilessly beat against the hull. Inside the cabin, five - year - old Jack nestled tightly in his parents' arms, his eyes full of fear. A huge wave, like a ferocious beast, suddenly capsized the yacht, and Jack watched helplessly as his parents were swallowed by the surging sea.​ The icy seawater instantly submerged Jack. He struggled desperately, but felt his breath getting more and more difficult, and his consciousness gradually fading. Just when he thought he was doomed, a golden light pierced the darkness. An Eastern Taoist priest who practiced immortality, dressed in a Taoist robe and with an otherworldly and elegant bearing, appeared in front of him. With a gentle wave of his hand, the Taoist priest pulled Jack back from the brink of death.

Molly is forced to move back to their old family ranch in Pleasanton when her older sister Jennifer loses her job in Phoenix. She's beyond mortified to have to live in a town with poor wi-fi signal and no attractive guys her age - except for her neighbor Jake, who her sister does not want her spending any time with. That doesn't stop Molly from going behind Jennifer's back to learn to ride horses with him... and more.

Wasters. The word spreads like wildfire across the frontier—whispered in saloons, cursed in cathedrals. Born of rogue science and stitched metal, they’re outlaws in the eyes of the Church and monsters in the eyes of the world. Levi Wilson didn’t choose this life. Once a streetwise mercenary, he was captured, experimented on, and turned into something he doesn’t understand. Augmented with prototype Vaporguard tech and left with scars he can’t outrun, Levi escapes into a land already teetering on the edge—where the Church tightens its grip, bounty hunters chase Wasters for coin, and the Old World’s empire watches the New with hungry eyes. Now hunted and alone, Levi must learn to survive—not just the bounty hunters and Inquisition on his trail, but the growing power inside him. What begins as a fight to stay alive will drag him into something far greater: a war for the soul of the frontier, and maybe the world beyond it. **WHAT TO EXPECT** • Guns are outlawed—blades, fists, and augments rule the frontier • Alternate timeline where the Church controls global tech and power • Steam-powered war machines and brutal Inquisitors • Grounded, gritty combat with realistic consequences • Deep worldbuilding with political, cultural, and religious conflict • Third-person limited POV with strong character focus • No chosen ones, no prophecy—just survival • Slow-burn mystery and high-stakes tension • No harem • Earthsong magic with real costs, not flashy spells • Bounty hunters, Templar Knights, orphans, war criminals, and broken survivors

This passage describes the experiences of Alliance agents Jorgen and Elin in the plaguelands of Andorhal. They conversed with various characters, investigated the identity of a Bloodscar Crusader prisoner, and witnessed the great fire at the quarantine house. Through interactions with nurse Amy, patient Coersta, prisoner Jemar and others, Jorgen and Elin gradually uncovered the truth behind the events, exposing the conspiracy between Bishop Nehari and the Bloodscar Crusader. They recognized the fragility of life and were determined to protect the survivors. This experience also allowed Jorgen to see the dark side within the Church.

In the ancient and primitive era, humanity had not yet come into existence. The ancestors of the elves were still trolls, and the Titan giants ruled the earth while the dragons dominated the sky. At the end of the epoch, the Titan giants and the dragons engaged in a fierce battle on the land. Both sides suffered heavy losses and were left severely wounded. At this time, a time - traveler descended upon a tribe of hawk - men. Leading them, they gradually embarked on their own path of evolution and eventually became the angel race. Countless years later, the radiance of Paradise spread throughout all worlds. Jiang You, the King of Angels, sat on the throne in the highest heaven. Infinite living beings sang hymns in unison: "Holy! Holy! How can sinners hope to behold, the majesty and glory of the Lord. Each offers a jade crown and magnificent adornments, presenting them to the divine throne in the golden hall."

In a world of mystery and wonder, where the unknown beckons and tempts us, humans struggle to find their place. The allure of the abyss that stares back is undeniable, its depths shrouded in mystery, waiting to swallow us whole. But in this darkness, there is also light, a glimmer of hope that drives us to surpass our limits. As we teeter on the edge of despair, a hero rises from the ashes, bearing the torch of hope, a beacon shining in the night, guiding us towards a brighter tomorrow. And so it has always been, the eternal dance between hope and despair, a constant tug of war between light and darkness. The world is a vast and sometimes unforgiving place, but it is also full of surprises and wonder. From the tallest mountains to the deepest oceans, from the most bustling cities to the most isolated towns, there is always something new to discover. In this world, heroes come in many forms – a friend who lifts us up when we fall, a stranger who shows us kindness in the darkest of times, a family member who stands by us no matter what. These heroes may not wear capes or possess exceptional power, but they embody the human spirit, that indomitable will to rise above the challenge, no matter the odds. It is in their resilience and perseverance that we find inspiration, a reminder that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope. Like the first ray of sunshine after a storm, hope is a powerful force that keeps us going, that drives us to rise, no matter how many times we fall. As we step into this world of mystery, let us remember that we are not alone. Let us hold onto the hope that heroes are always born, that even in the darkest of times, a glimmer of light can brighten our way. Let us embrace the uncertainty of this vast and unknown world, for it is this very mystery that makes it all the more mesmerizing. AN//: I WILL UPLOAD 1 CHAPTER PER DAY and it will be 18+ because i will post some gore and sex scene

Anna Spineswood, a run-away teenager, finds herself enrolled in the prestigious Western Academy situated in the technologically advanced Kingdom of Heaven. A place where its citizens are called ‘Angels’, who are recognized for their ability to manipulate worldly elements. Will Anna being the only elf, be able to survive the Academy and uncover the secrets that lie within herself? ___________________________________________ *New chapter every Sunday.