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Hollywood: From Shadows To The Spotlight

[H:F.S.T.T.S] tells the extraordinary story of Alex Masters, a Hollywood outsider who fought his way into the industry and now stands on the brink of creating cinematic history. And while he had always enjoyed the peace and anonymity of the shadows, he knew it was time to embrace the spotlight and show the world the kind of cinema he and his friend had once dreamt of. From his humble beginnings as a teenager hustling on film sets, Alex became a self-taught jack of all trades, honing his skills in everything from special effects to screenwriting. He has carved a path marked by his relentless ambition, daring choices, and a mind for storytelling that none could ignore. Now, nearly 2 decades later, Alex embarks on his most ambitious project yet—an epic tale that could cement his legacy as one of the greatest filmmakers of his time. But behind the camera lies a man haunted by personal demons, complex relationships, and a number of enemies scheming in the dark, threatening to destroy everything he's worked for. As the cameras roll, Alex’s journey unfolds through not just his own but also the eyes of those around him—actors, colleagues, and rivals—all drawn to his genius but questioning what lies beneath his unyielding drive. In a world where loyalty is rare and ambition is ruthless, Alex must balance his vision with the sacrifices required to achieve greatness. Filled with intrigue, passion, and the relentless pursuit of art, From Shadows to the Spotlight explores the price of genius and the cost of chasing an impossible dream. Will Alex’s obsession lead him to triumph, or will the shadows of his past and the enemies he had made along the way swallow him whole?
TheRamenLord · 317k Views

I Have a Special Detective Skills

  Police academy student Lin Shuyue died while bravely helping others, but she was not completely dead. She was transformed into a trainee reporter with the same name in a parallel universe.   Looking at the countdown of only three hours of life left on the good and evil system that she had just bound, Lin Shuyue fell into deep thought: She was alive, but not completely alive. Only by exposing the criminals and assisting the police in arresting them could she extend her life!   Fortunately, the system has its own criminal scanning radar that can distinguish people's good and evil values, and randomly drop various rewards, otherwise her life would be over!   In order to survive, she sneaked into criminal gangs one after another. On the way of investigating criminals and uncovering the truth, she became an excellent investigative reporter, won various news awards, and was also the youngest winner of the Lifetime Achievement Award in contemporary times...   A captured human trafficker: I looked like a good and honest person, but she gave me two big bags right away...   A Class A wanted criminal: She said she found a good place for me, but ended up taking me to the police station…   A principal of a school for Internet addiction treatment: I just wanted to give the children a click therapy, but she saw it and insisted on giving me the same treatment...   Director of a certain bureau: "Ahem, reporter Lin, when will you come and sit with me?"   The head of a special case team: "Reporter Lin, we have a major case here... Are you interested in listening to it?" ♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤ * Idealistic journalist, with a big golden finger. One sentence summary: Give strength to the powerless and help pessimists move forward. Concept: Investigative journalists empower the powerless and help pessimists move forward. ♤♤♤♤♤♤ Brief review of the work:   Lin Shuyue died bravely for a just cause, and traveled through time and space to become an intern reporter of the same name, and was also bound to a good and evil discrimination system. In order to survive, she sneaked into criminal gangs one by one, and on the road of investigating criminals and revealing the truth again and again, she became an excellent investigative reporter, won various news awards, and was also the youngest individual Lifetime Achievement Award winner in contemporary times.   The heroine of this article participates in various cases, big and small, from the perspective of a reporter. While assisting the police in solving the case, she also grows a lot. The author's writing is fluent, the plot is compact, and the pace is fast. This is a criminal investigation masterpiece worth reading. ♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤ No. Of Chapters: 218 Chapters ♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤ Alternative Name/s: I Have a Special Investigative Skills / I Rely on the Good and Evil System to Punish Evil and Promote Good ♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤ Original Author: Rain Falling on the Curtains (Yǔ luò chuāng lián) ♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤♤ nerdygangster14's Note: This book is not mine. All the content are all credited to original author and the publisher of this book where I have read this book. I just want to share this story to you guys cause this book deserved to be publicized and loved by others. I'm a fan of this book and the author of this book.
nerdygangster14 · 43.9k Views

Urban System in America

What happens when a 20-year-old ordinary young man transmigrates into America with a daily sign-in system. The one that gives rewards from most insignificant things to priceless things like shares of top companies, talents, future news etc... Follow how this young man slowly but step by step conquers the...... “Maate! Wait, stop, stop, time out, time out. Where did all this conquering come from? My goal is to live a leisurely and carefree life. Why should I do the thankless job of conquering the world? Shouldn't I spend that time flirting around with beauties or trying new foods and cultures? “ ???? “In my last life, I died as a single dog, and in this life, I finally became a rich 2nd generation and got a system, shouldn't I enjoy it? “ Shut up! Stop him, and make him shut up! ahem… so, where we were… Yes! But can he truly achieve his dream of a carefree life amidst the treacherous world of business with high-stakes investment and the dazzling entertainment industry? Witness his rise to legendary status, as he becomes a godfather of investment and a titan of entertainment. He only wanted a carefree life, but how did he end up as the most powerful and richest man in the world? Author's Note: I don't know ultimately what type of novel it will be. But it will have Action, Adventure, Humor, Slice of life. It will be kinda wish-fulfillment (Of course, readers) type novel with a logical, step-by-step progression. Every event and reward follow a realistic flow, set in an alternate Earth free from racism, nationalism, gods, or aliens. No over-the-top cheats... just strategy, ambition, and the power of the right decisions. FOR EXTRA CHAPTERS: 50 Power Stones=1 extra chapter 20 Golden Tickets =1 extra chapter 500 coins gift (Fanvalue) =2 extra Chapters. I just created a discord server, if you wanna maybe hangout or chat about the book, you're welcome to join. https://discord.gg/GbHT4DyXkN
HereComesTheKing · 505.3k Views

Entertainment: Starting as a Succubus, Taking Hollywood by Storm

Martin was a succubus who perished at the hands of the Sun God, struck down by a single divine arrow during the epic war between gods and demons. Meanwhile, Martin, a Ph.D. in literature and a seasoned movie enthusiast, lost his life in a car accident in August 2023. By some cosmic twist of fate, the souls of the two Martins converged within the chaotic currents of time and space, merging and eventually settling in the body of an eleven-year-old boy named Martin Myers, living in Los Angeles in 1996. A world without spiritual energy? Fortunately, as a succubus, I don’t need spiritual energy to cultivate; all I need is the essence of desire. Emotions—joy, anger, sorrow, and excitement—are all desires. As long as these emotions are directed at me, they can become fuel for my growth. Alright, let’s see what reliable ways exist in this world to stir people’s emotions en masse. Hmm, becoming a writer—sounds promising; and music, that could work too; but wow, Hollywood movies! They have a global reach; this is perfect! What’s that term again? Right—"Idea Recycler.” I’ll start with writing, but the ultimate goal is to become an international movie star. Acting skills, you say? Don’t worry—I’m a succubus, after all! Disclaimer: I do not own the rights to this novel. All characters, settings, and plot elements belong to the original author and copyright holder. This work is shared purely for entertainment purposes, with no intent to infringe on the original creator’s rights. Note: This is not a BL. --- +70 Chapters Patreon.com/GodOfReader --- 5 Chapters a day.
GodOfReader · 3.1m Views