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Originally written in Dutch

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Formosa

Science fiction

In the narrow streets of Taipei, Tian survives by refurbishing discarded scrap and intercepting repair jobs. What he doesn’t realize is that this technological scrap isn’t just keeping him alive, it’s simultaneously trying to take his life. Hidden deep within is a deadly virus. The exact same one that has already torn his entire family apart. When his little sister Yue also becomes infected, Tian is driven to the absolute limit to save her. While the rest of the city turns its back on them out of fear, help arrives from a completely unexpected source.

Reading time: approx. 45 minutes

Cyberpunk workshop workbench with futuristic digital goggles displaying code, surrounded by tools, gears, and old computer monitors, representing the sci-fi story Formosa by author Valentine Plaisier.

The Wayward Thread

fantasy

In a city ruled by magic, the powerless Sophie is considered worthless. While forced to sew cloaks for the arrogant elite, she stumbles upon a groundbreaking discovery: a mysterious thread that absorbs pure magic. She realizes she doesn’t need powers of her own to be ruthless. Supported by a young market vendor, she forges a cunning plan to overthrow the entire magical empire and restore her family’s honor.

Reading time: approx. 45 minutes