About
The Kraken LoreWelcome to ‘The Kraken Lore,’ where fiction unfolds like hidden treasures waiting to be discovered. Dive into a world of enchanting stories, from mythical realms to untamed adventures. Immerse yourself in the extraordinary, where every page reveals a new wonder.
Note from the editor
Writhing en masse in the deepest depths, the best of fantasy awaits you here.
Editors
Bradan Writes Stories
I'm a bacterial bard, and my inkwell is infectious. As disease diplomat, allow my quarantine quill to prescribe a cure, my tales of fantasy to ease your malady.
Jonathon Sawyer
I’m a Canadian writer of short stories; a poet of dubious repute. I experiment with interesting concepts and styles, which is why I head TKL's Monday Mash-Ups
Jay C Wells
Grandmaster of the Medium Illuminati. Creator of hidden worlds and wondrous stories. https://linktr.ee/jaycwells
FJCMontenegro
I write sci-fi and fantasy with existential undertones. You can call me FM. he/him https://www.threads.net/@fjcmontenegro
H.R. Parker
Editor for The Kraken Lore and The Fiction Writer’s Den. Speculative fiction author and poet. I love the strange and unusual.
Andrew Crocker
Medical Infomaniac; Large-format Photographer; Writer Wannabe; A is A; Barrel Rider; A Top Writer in Photography
Violet Lively
I'm a mom and a writer. As a novelist I write about love, relationships, and wrap it all up in a fantasy blanket.
Writers
Jonathon Sawyer
I’m a Canadian writer of short stories; a poet of dubious repute. I experiment with interesting concepts and styles, which is why I head TKL's Monday Mash-Ups
Ginger Bangs
Occasionally sweary, but always entertaining. Top writer in Short Story, Fiction, Horror Fiction and LGBTQ.
CleverandWtf
Amber and Ashley are sisters who love to read and write, mostly fantasy and speculative fiction. Check out our blog: cleverandwtf.com
Diana Thorland
I’m a writer from Canada who enjoys all genres, currently exploring comedy. Other than writing, I love picnics, sitcoms, and my wonderful husband.
JF Danskin
Writing fiction (fantasy especially) and poetry, enthusiast for creativity, collaboration, community. An Editor at the Fiction Writer's Den (he/him)
Jay C Wells
Grandmaster of the Medium Illuminati. Creator of hidden worlds and wondrous stories. https://linktr.ee/jaycwells
Jacinta Palmer
*Does not Follow for Follow* Writing the kind of Fiction I love to Read | YA | Magical | Romance | Supernatural | Editor (she/her) | Besotted with dogs
FJCMontenegro
I write sci-fi and fantasy with existential undertones. You can call me FM. he/him https://www.threads.net/@fjcmontenegro
Sweet Chaos
Tickling your senses through fiction writing while shocking you with the outcome! Nothing is as it seems!
Cathylouise
Writer & poet. Working on my first novel. Loves metal/rock. Follower of the old gods/pagan/heathen. She/her.
Sam W.
9x Top Writer. Opinion pieces about human rights and activism. Enjoying my work? I also host a weekly newsletter and biweekly podcast at World-Weary.com.
E. B. Shriver
I'm E. B. Shriver. A collector and curator of an emporium of magical wares. Welcome, and beware of what you touch!
Solidstehl
Father, Husband, Writer, Poet, Composer, Inventor, Philosopher, Aspiring Psychologist … basically a work in progress always the seeking truth
Corin Buffington
Writer, Mom, Wife, and Elephant lover! Occasional baker of some bad-ass chocolate chip cookies!
Zane Dickens the Instigator
Top Writer. Chief Instigator at Microcosm. Creator of the 💯 Story Challenge. Level Up: from Hobbyist to Authorpreneur at zane.substack.com/about
LaSauvette
Sci-fi settings, fantasy adventures, witty banter. And nighthawk tendencies. Twitter: @laasauvette
Selina Miyasia
A mother, fiction writer, and artist sharing her creativity with you. I wear many hats, so visit my site to see some favorites. 📖🎨📜 http://miyasia.weebly.com
PLUMA
Massage therapist with a degree in literature and MA in Ecology & Spirituality. Interested in feelings, sensations, bodies, spirituality.
Celia McKinley
Elegant Goth librarian writing vintage eroticism and sexual fantasy. Literate erotica, taboo but never degrading. Top writer in Fiction.
Glenn Whitlock
Fantasy and horror writer. Blogger at Sword of Swording. Aspiring novelist. Wrangler of twin goblins, aka my kids. | https://www.glennwhitlock.com
John Fanidis
My passion is creating unique fantasy worlds where science fiction joins forces with high fantasy and evil vampires. Founder of Studio VN21 blog.studiovn21.com
Alicia Domínguez
English philologist/ Independent researcher/ Writer/ Self-Development Mentor through the Gothic-Jungian lens
Steve Vernon
Writer of horror, humor. Retiree. Keeper of black cats, drinker of black coffee, and determinedly trying to lose some weight!
Rifat Chowdhury
Medical student, fiction/non-fiction writer and lover of good stories of all mediums. I write about what interests me, in hopes it interests you too!
K.V. Fey
I cherish all forms of expression and storytelling. I've been writing for a long time, and am excited to share some of my thoughts with you!
Chris Weber
Measuring the gravity in collisions of technology and news. I'm diving into the intricate world of media to untangle Earth's most captivating stories.
G. G. Bailey
G.G. Bailey is the Curator of the Unarkida (4/665 – Present), the eternal archive of our world, Unara (an aspiring author of Fantasy/Sci-Fi Fiction). .
Mark Suroviec, M.Ed.
Ambassador of Fun | Top Writer in Satire | Sucks at Twitter @workplaysol | Game-Maker-Upper | Owner, WorkPlay Solutions.
Grandma Smillew
Grandma. Pink belt in social media marketing. I love flash fiction and stories about Grandmas (submit here: https://medium.com/grandma-power)
Ann James
Her writing muse lurks in the volcanic hills amidst mustangs, marmots and jackalopes. While hiking with her dogs, Ann stumbles upon stories of dark humor.
Lance Cummings PhD
🍎 Best practices for creating content, using AI, and fostering creativity | 🎯 Building a community of creator teachers on Medium
Anthony David Vernon
*insert bio that lists things I have done but not in a way that is too stiff because I want to come off cool*
Jack Finn
Folk Horror & Fantasy author living in the PNW. Life long believer that the Tooth Fairy is proof that body parts can be traded for cold hard cash.
Robert Ralph
I am a freelance, top eight writer, and content creator. Connect with me here to receive my free content: https://medium.com/subscribe/@robertralph
Paige Holloway
Anthropologist | UX Content Designer| Prompt Engineer | Author -- I write about everything I love (and occasionally some things I hate, too).
J.C. Lovero
Healthcare worker, writing in the cracks of my life. Lover of gay romance and happily ever afters. Fantasy sci-fi nerd 🏳🌈
Josh E.
Fiction Writer | Poet | Bookworm | Tolkien Fanatic More of my writings: vocal.media/authors/josh-e Tips: ko-fi.com/josheauthor
Evie Dawn
I write extra spicy romantic stories (cheating, hotwife, cuckold). Other pen names: Kassia White, Elsie Skye. 18+
Molly Miller
Public health practitioner| Former educator| Multi-passionate| Open to freelance writing opportunities - mollymillerfreelance@gmail.com
MJ Creed
Author of fantasy romance, epic dark fantasy, and steamy dark romance. Lover of all things magical and fangs.
Rob Jackson
Aspiring Author. Come, sit and read. Let yourself see, hear, and feel. A world of words awaits. I write about mental health, parenting and my own fiction.
Samuel Kenneth Kauffman
Top Writer LitRPG, Choose Your Own Adventure, and Camp NaNo. Email address not available any longer.
Jared Moses
, Short Story Writer, Killer of Darlings, Creator of Worlds, Full-Time Mental Health Advocate, Part-time Aspiring Demi-God
H.R. Parker
Editor for The Kraken Lore and The Fiction Writer’s Den. Speculative fiction author and poet. I love the strange and unusual.
Greg Fewer
Fan of horror, fantasy, science fiction, gaming and manga. Writes some genre flash fiction/poetry too.
Myles graham
I have lots of stories always playing in my head and now I’m going to bring them to life
Lynda Coker
I write about life, fictional worlds, and anything that catches my interest. I also design and create with textiles. Icky Chic Desings on Etsy
Wilkie Winters
Writer of contemporary fiction, erotica and whatever else comes to mind when the whim takes us.
Isaac Ong
Never thought I'd write poems on here but it's the only form of writing that comes to mind lately ¯\(ツ)/¯
Izzibella Beau
I write articles that will help you grow as a writer and as a person. I also write fictional stories that make you question everything about life and beyond
Andrew Crocker
Medical Infomaniac; Large-format Photographer; Writer Wannabe; A is A; Barrel Rider; A Top Writer in Photography
Minka Nyiene
A creative INTJ. Learning Python, writing stories, and being awesome. Meow. (This is my pen name.)
Preethi 🫧
As a freelance writer, I create captivating narratives through informative articles and inspiring poetry.
Eden Roy
Neurodivergent Mama, voracious reader, and chaotic diy-er. Writing articles on parenting, creativity and bookish thoughts. https://ko-fi.com/edenroy88
Erosia Potter
Writer of Fictional Romance, Fantasy, Horror, and the occasional Science Fiction. Avid Reader and White-Coffee Drinker. A Life-Long Dreamer and Student of Life.
Aditya Kumar Saroj
https://adityakumarsaroj.beehiiv.com/ -> Tuesday: For solopreneurs, startups, and techies to grow faster. Friday: Weekly roundup of tech and science news:
Kelly Sibley
I have a dark sense of humour which pervades most of what I write. I’m dyslexic… which pervades most of what I write. I love an accidental hero!
Damien Lawless
Erotic fiction writer • (Retired in this genre but I do hope you enjoy what is in my library 😊) No new content is coming to this particular account...
Jay Squires
I AM an AUTHOR, salesman, optimist, dreamer: May the four always COHABIT & produce wondrous progeny. IN THE SWIRLING POOL OF LIFE, I'm an unflushable floater.
Jared Randall: spirit/meaning~poetry/(non)fiction
Author, lifepath mentor, social critic, spiritualist, wandering druid-scholar. Connect, support, & share the journey: https://linktr.ee/wander_scholarwriter
Chris Yanda
I am sometimes hilarious. Originally from Canada, I now live in the UK. I planted trees in Canada. I worked in digital in the UK. I now write about stuff.
Jon Frazier
I am everyman. And only one man. "Live life as if everything is rigged in your favor." - Rumi
Matthew Clapham
Professional translator by day. Writer of silly and serious stuff by night. Also by day, when I get fed up of tedious translations. Founder of Iberospherical.
Nalanda Joglekar // Writer x Adventurist
Thoughtful stories about people, places & paradigms > bit.ly/getthestories // Side: Learn to write kickass proposals that win grants > https://bit.ly/bwww
Edward Swafford
Enigmatic. I’m an Australian poet, healthcare professional, and copywriter. I pen poems about spirituality, tech, aged care, mental health and relationships ☺️.
Bruno T.
Writersynth. A fiction guy. Smile, think, cry, and maybe even get a little lost in the stories I tell. That's the goal.
R.J. Quinn
Ex-Chemist, current lumberjack. Bottom Medium writer. Music, Games, Poetry, Transcendentalism. Chief editor of TheWeeklyAlbum, Ixnay on the Oufflé & Epic Poems
Joel R. Dennstedt
World Traveler/Writer/Poet/Book Author/Editor Top writer in Photography, Travel www.joelrdennstedt.com
Melissa Coffey
Wordstruck poet & storyteller. Writing on loss & desire. Published in various journals & anthologies. Lover of prose poetry, art & ekphrasis. EIC @ ArtMusing
Evan Skarin
Writer, game designer, and published researcher exploring the depths of humanity through stories, psychology, technology, and design.
Deborah Walker is Writing Science Fiction
Award Winning Writer. Londoner. Slow Runner. Fast Talker. Mother. Lover of Clutter. Scence Fiction Stories. deborahjudithwalker@hotmail.com
Brandon J Trimble
Skald | History, Folklore, Witcher Books & Games, Wanderlust | GameDev | Digital Mind, Analog Soul, Sunken Heart
Alebrije Poético
New writer, openly experimenting with diverse forms. Learning and aiming to ignite curiosity, evoke emotions, and inspire reflection through my words.
JuneBerry
Just another person on the internet. I write about things that matter to me. Hopefully, some of those things will matter to you.
Somtoochukwu Benedict Ezioha
Welcome. Here's where I showcase my love for Fiction, my first love. You can send me an email at somtooben@gmail.com or WhatsApp: +234 704 482 5634
Mika Oka
Sharing her unique perspective on the world as a hearing-impaired autistic person with bipolar disorder despite the challenges. emikaoka.wordpress.com/home/
Ernest Samuels
I read my tombstone in a dream: Deep speaker, a bookkeeper, the eternal weaver of dreams, father of nightmares 🌟https://twitter.com/ErnestXSamuels
Richard Butchins: Notes from the wrong end of life
I am alive ..... I am an award winning journalist, filmmaker & writing person. Challenging your preconceptions to reorder the world...
Sara Fellers
All welcome! 💖 Mermaid, aspiring novelist, music and nature lover, muser, TV nerd & occasional poet & gamer. I have BA in anthro, but my heart led me beyond.
Joseph N. Aburu
Witty wordsmith weaving whimsical worlds with wisdom, a writer of wonders, crafting characters and captivating chronicles with a creative flair.
Author, D. Denise Dianaty
“Hands & hearts & minds & voices committed to working for tolerance, peace and social justice everywhere, always. ~MomzillaNC
Melissa Gray
11x top writer. I don't fit in a box, unless it's a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna get. Follow me anyway. Mom of two. Wife of one. Editor.
Peace Onyishi
Stellar Storyteller, Copywriter and Fine Artist. Aspiring Author and Project Manager. I write intuitively on lifestyle, spirituality, and relationship.
Daniel Warfield 2
Human, Educator, Data Scientist, Artist, and Writer. See my primary account "https://medium.com/@danielwarfield1" for data science content.
Eva MacInnes
(She, Her) I am a writer, an artist, and a freelance editor. I write a little bit of everything, whatever is on my mind at the moment.
Gary Every
Gary Every is the author severl books including “The Saint and the Robot” “Inca Butterflies” and has been nominated for the Rhysling Award 7 times
Adam Ray Cronk
Poet & short story writer, lover of eldritch horror and anything Poe or Lovecraft | My writing ebbs and flows, from dark to light and back again.
StartledEgg
I am an international award winning novelist, but as I wanted an anonymous account you’ll just have to believe me! || I often feel shocked and ready to crack ||
Aurelia Bliss
I write nonfiction, fiction, and sort-of-sort-of-not fiction. Whatever I'm writing at the moment is always me giving a peek. Top writer in Humor and History.
Matthew Donnellon
Matthew Donnellon is a writer, artist, and sit down comedian. He is the author of The Curious Case of Emma Lee and Other Stories.
Susan Boylan
Writer, reader, and freelance proofreader. I hope you enjoy my stories. She/her 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
Laura-Liisa Klaas
Youth worker from Estonia living in Scotland with her partner and laziest dog on Earth. Writes short humour, travel and short fiction.
Ryan Klemek
I write dinosaur erotica and mysteries featuring horny cat people. I also do the book cover illustrations. Oh yeah, and I'm the owner of Short and Weird
Arkhem J. Cain
www.ArkhemJCain.com. Author of "The Eighth Sacrament." https://a.co/d/aDZhZhM Writer of supernatural/sci fi thrillers in a modern hardboiled/noir style.
Amanda Weir-Gertzog
Finder of lost things 💜 | Word forager | Editor for Write Under the Moon and bookish nook | 🌈
Nick Howard
I am an educator and a writer. I write about sports, movies, comics, history, professional wrestling, food, music.
Susi Moore
Writer, author, creative process and cheer :) Editor of The Scriber's Nook ~ https://medium.com/scribers-nook.
Dr. Casey Lawrence
Canadian author of three LGBT YA novels. PhD from Trinity College Dublin. Check out my lists for stories by genre/type.
Catherine Gagnon
Fantasy & Romance Author - Contemporary & Greek Mythology | Auteur de Fantasy & Romance - Mythologie Grecque & Contemporaine
Meghan E. Gattignolo
Editor of Fascinate Me Fiction & Passages Through Writing. Meggiebeth_Writes on Instagram and Twitter. I write fiction and blog about my life
Ryan Dowling
I write gritty, dark realism that flirts with horror. I’m less interested in the monster under the bed than I am in the monster that lurks within all of us.
Peter Borg
To put pen to paper is to put thought into practice, to liberate the intangible realm of ideas from the confines of individual consciousness.
Charles Bastille
Author of MagicLand & Psalm of Vampires. Follow me on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/charlesbastille.bsky.social. All stories © 2020-24 by Charles Bastille
R. M. Kensington
Urban Fantasy Author of all things Greek Mythology with a hint of Romance to twinkle your toes. Suitable for Young Adult (YA) Audiences
Benedetta Andreasi
Writer, artist, life enthusiast, aspiring scholar, aspiring tailor, jack of all trades. Curious about everything.
Camryn Osbourne
(She/her) Writer of fantasy, devourer of literature. Always on the lookout for new ideas.
Jason Glynn
Freelance Tech Writer. I write case studies and deep dives on Crypto, Web3 & Emerging Tech. Portfolio: jasonglynn.carrd.co Newsletter: jasonglynn.substack.com
Josh Bassett
Editor for The ShortForm | Studied Data Analyst who writes about everything except from data analysis
Andrew Dart
Traveler, technologist, thinker, dreamer, writer, sci-fi geek, and Pokémon Go addict (in recovery).
Jos Cerelius
A few years ago, over a bunch of beers, I told a friend of mine that in the future I wanted to become a modern day storyteller. This is my attempt on that
Andrew Grogan
UX Designer and Consultant. Author of "Citizen Robot, and its girlfriend, Julia". andygrogan.com
Joe Mullin
Proud nerd, aspiring polymath, bookworm, and writer of all things interesting. Let's go on an adventure together!
Richard Dee
I write speculative fiction, set in the future or an alternative now. See my lists for content by topic, or visit https://www.richarddeescifi.co.uk
Binky Ink Writing
Fiction, Fan-fiction, Short Stories & Books. Fantasy, Adventure, Romance, Supernatural, YA, NA, Mature & Erotic Romance. https://binkyproductions.com/books/
Martin Reaves
A writer and musician. Six decades in and still trying to figure it out. Join me, won't you? https://www.amazon.com/stores/Martin-Reaves/author/B005DI98LG
Amy Bush
Amy Bush is an aspiring writer from Chicago. She enjoys writing flash fiction and poetry focused on deep emotions, magic, and nature.
Lukas Unger
Speculative Fiction writer, political science student, and socialist from Germany, mostly flash and short fiction - occasionally the horror of our world
Elizabeth Sobieski
Elizabeth Sobieski @TheMaskedHatter on Instagram, has written for various publications and is the author of “The Masked Hatter-Pandemic Style", Penser Press.
Monica G
Writer, mischief-maker, educator, reader, wife, Mom, ally, liberal. ❤️ languages, humor, food, puns & dad jokes, dark humor, sports, bad TV. U.S./Brasil/Israeli
Girlinpajamas
I'm a writer, storyteller, poet and a gifted napper, I apologize for anything I'll write while I'm hungry.
Maricela Lara
Learning to write and have fun while doing so. I hope you'll find my stories entertaining!
DeWayne Copeland
I am the author of the sci-fi short story JA REL SUNSTORMER AND THE PORT CONTROLLER OF CRUZAR. I also co-created & produced the acclaimed web series CV NATION.
Aurora Moon McKnight
Cozy Fantasy and Sci-Fi Writer! Dreaming with eyes wide open and musing on said dreams. https://bit.ly/3u4GGKe
James Garside
Freelance journalist, author, and travel writer. I help writers and artists to do their best work. Let's be part of each other's stories. jamesgarside.net/links
David Rhoades
Working class writer, editor, and photographer. Journalist for Socialist Alternative. Writes essays, horror, and science fiction.
Robert Barry
Archaeology is my day job, but in the dark of night I write Fantasy and Science Fiction stories in my secret lair, and occasionally dream of being a Hobbit...
Evan Purcell
Evan Purcell is a writer and English teacher who has worked all over the world (most recently in Kazakhstan). He's working on his first feature film.
Noa Bali
Avid reader. Passionate writer. Love to analyze what makes people cry, laugh, and fall in love, then write to make it happen.
Determination, Deliberation, and Dragons
Creative writing podcast featuring workshops, book/film analyses, and interviews with published authors. Also starting a fantasy/writing/nature blog apparently.
Maliha
i write on life, world, tech, hustle culture (the good and the bad), and more | free palestine 🍉
