The Lion Sleeps Tonight Novels & Stories

Allison Claire's world crumbled when her father, consumed by the despair of bankruptcy, ended his own life, leaving behind a family suffering from both financial ruin and emotional devastation. Her mother's grave illness further strained their life. Forced to work countless part-time jobs to make a living, Allison found rare peace in moments she could share with her boyfriend, Alex. However, mounting medical bills and relentless pressure from gangsters left her helpless. Then, she met Damien Ravenclaw, a billionaire who offered to financially support her if she became his mistress. Seeing it as her family's only hope, she agreed. Forced to break up with Allison, Alex was desperate to win her back, while Damien's obsession with her seemed to intensify. Caught between Alex and Damien, Allison faced a tough choice. Would she return to Alex or stay with Damien? Sold to the Bossy Billionaire is created by Lyra TaleSmith, an eGlobal Creative Publishing signed author.

"Kau pikir setelah menikah denganku, kau bisa menjamah tubuhku dengan tangan kotormu itu? Jangan mimpi!!" ketus suara bernada dingin dari seorang Cleon Juvenal Graciano, pemuda yang sebentar lagi akan menjadi pimpinan sebuah perusahaan farmasi paling berpengaruh di dunia yang terpaksa menikah dengan seorang wanita cantik bernama Adley Britta Calla yang ternyata adalah seorang anggota interpol dan tengah menyamar demi membongkar praktik penyelundupan obat-obatan terlarang dan prostitusi internasional yang melibatkan sang suami kontrak, Cleon Juvenal Graciano. Berbagai intrik dan konflik harus dihadapi oleh Adley guna membongkar kedok kejahatan yang ternyata tak hanya melibatkan Cleon seorang. Sang CEO muda itu ternyata lebih lihai dan licik daripada kelihatannya. Wajah tampan nan imut ternyata menyematkan berbagai tipu daya dan tipu muslihat yang membuat Adley, begitu wanita cantik itu disapa harus memutar otak untuk menjinakkan sang suami kontraknya. Selain itu, persaingan antara Leon dan Dangelo Cayson semakin memperuncing konflik yang terjadi. Dangelo yang juga partner bisnis Leon ternyata buruan interpol sejak beberapa tahun yang lalu. Bak pucuk dicinta ulam pun tiba, Adley tak menyia-nyiakan kesempatan itu. Dan mau tak mau, dia harus mengikuti keinginan sang suami kontraknya demi menangkap gembong mafia kelas wahid itu. Berbagai trik serta konflik juga cinta segitiga mewarnai perjalanan misi Adley dan kehidupan rumah tangga palsu Leon dan dirinya. Mampukah Adley bertahan dari segala godaan dan rayuan maut Leon, sang banteng penakluk wanita dan mempertahankan penyamarannya hingga misinya selesai atau dia harus bertekuk lutut di hadapan sang banteng dan menyerahkan semua yang ada di tubuhnya demi memuaskan hasrat sang banteng pemarah, Cleon Juvenal Graciano?

Sasha Lane has sworn off men, especially those with money and power. Growing up on the streets taught her that trust is a dangerous luxury, and love even more so. But when her younger brother’s life is threatened by a ruthless mafia family, she’s forced into a devil’s bargain: marry Dominic Knight, a powerful billionaire CEO and the secret Alpha of a deadly werewolf pack, or watch everything she loves burn. Dominic is a man used to getting what he wants. Cold, calculating, and ferociously possessive, he needs an heir to solidify his empire, and Sasha is the perfect candidate. There’s only one problem—Sasha is human, and Dominic’s world is filled with danger, enemies, and secrets that could destroy her. From the moment they meet, the attraction between them is undeniable, wild, and uncontrollable. But while their bodies ignite with a passion neither can resist, their hearts remain locked in a battle of wills. Just as Sasha begins to fall for the man behind the power and the primal beast within him, a deadly betrayal rips them apart. An old flame from Dominic’s past resurfaces, threatening to take everything from Sasha—her love, her child, and her very life. With a dangerous enemy closing in, Sasha must decide whether she can trust Dominic’s promises of protection—or if she’s already lost everything in this deadly game of power, lust, and desire. In a world where nothing is as it seems and danger lurks in every shadow, can Sasha survive Dominic’s dark, twisted love? Or will their passionate bond be the thing that destroys them both?

Maria Dela Vega, a bright and resilient young woman, takes a housekeeping job at the lavish Montemayor Estate to help pay for her brother’s medical bills. With dreams buried under the weight of responsibility, she never expected her quiet life to be disrupted by the enigmatic and cold-hearted billionaire, Sebastian Montemayor, who returns from abroad to take over his family's crumbling empire. When Sebastian catches Maria in what seems like a compromising situation, sparks fly—and not the good kind. He’s infuriatingly arrogant. She’s stubborn and unafraid to talk back. Yet beneath their clashes, an undeniable tension brews. As Maria uncovers the cracks behind Sebastian’s icy persona, she learns that wealth doesn’t shield one from loneliness. Meanwhile, Sebastian finds himself drawn to Maria’s warmth, honesty, and courage—qualities he never knew he craved. But their growing connection faces powerful enemies: class divides, secrets from the past, and a scandal that could ruin them both. Will love be enough to bridge the gap between their two worlds, or will their story end before it truly begins?

Joyce and Celina's first encounter wasn't a pleasant one, and it seemed like their fates would end there. However, fate had other plans as they were later placed in the same company to work together. Extended interactions led to both of them developing feelings for each other. Before their love could be confessed, another unfortunate event occurred – Joyce's father brought Celina's mother and her to their house and announced his intention to marry Celina's mother, making her Joyce's stepmother. Consequently, Celina became his stepsister as a result. Joyce's resentment towards his father was overpowering, causing his feelings for Celina to be overshadowed. His actions repeatedly hurt the girl he loved. As the truth came to light, he almost lost her completely. Indeed, Joyce's journey to make amends and resolve the events of the past will be a crucial part of the story. Hopefully, readers will find it fascinating to read "The Evil Sky's Billionaire."

Amethysts Quizon, a young woman who grew up in luxury, suddenly lost everything due to an unexpected tragedy that shook her life. In her uncle's desperation, he planned to sell her, but at the last moment, she managed to escape a dark fate. During her escape, she met Zack Delgado, a mysterious billionaire who not only helped her but also gave her life a new direction. In an unexpected turn of events, they ended up sharing a night of passion. However, as the days passed, one question lingered in Amethysts' mind. What are Zack's true intentions? As she slowly falls for him, what will be the price of her heart?

(Mature contents for 18 years old or more) "I am not the holy woman that a man wants to marry. Too many men’s hands have touched me. I am dirty and unworthy to be beside you, much less to bear your child. I think the entire world will be against this. Sorry, I turn it down. Thank you for your offer, sir,” I replied in a trembling voice. It took just one day for Jennifer Swan to take a hundred and eighty degrees turn towards disaster. Her aunt sold her to a ruthless billionaire to make money for them and pay for her uncle’s cancer operation. But that evil billionaire put her in his famous brothel to be an escort. Several years later, she became a star and high-class escort that not all men can book without her will. One day, fate lead her to a new journey. A disabled billionaire came into her life, changed everything, and offer her a contract marriage. Since then, her life has turned three hundred and sixty degrees. Who is that disabled billionaire? Why he wants Jennifer so badly? How will Jennifer live next?

On the night Arya Sinclair discovered her husband in bed with her sister, her world shattered. Alone, heartbroken, and on the edge of despair, Arya believed her life was over… but fate had other plans. Because that same night she met Blake Donovan. He was supposed to be a mistake, a stranger she would never see again. But she was wrong. Blake was dangerously attractive and impossibly powerful and he was offering her a second chance, power, and a chance for revenge. As Arya steps into a world of speed and ruthless ambition, enemies lurk behind polished smiles—her past refuses to stay buried, and the line between revenge and desire begins to blur. Now, Blake Donovan doesn’t just want to help her win, he wants her. And in a game where power is everything and love is the most dangerous gamble of all, Arya must decide: Will she rise and take everything she was denied? Or will she lose herself all over again—this time, to the one man who could either save her… or destroy her completely?

Ryan Grey is a self-made billionaire at the age of 26 who no longer believes in love since his past was messy when it came to relationships. He moves to a new city hoping for a new start where he establishes a branch for his ever expanding company. In Georgia, things start out good but this doesn't last long. He meets Diana, an ambitious young and attractive woman who catches his eye. She happens to get a job in his company where his identity as the CEO is kept a secret even to the staff. He slowly grows fond of her and the unexpected happens. He starts to fall in love again. Deciding to give love one last shot, he throws caution to the wind and goes all in. He falls in love deep and despite having an ex who is still after him, he decides to settle for one girl. His one true love. Everything goes on good and just when he thinks that his stars are aligning, he discovers a secret about Diana that breaks him shaking him to the core. In a story filled with love and hope for a chance at life again, darkness looms in the shadows. Deception, betrayal and guilt roam free and seek to ruin a perfect match. What will Ryan do? Will he ignore the red flags and stick to his perfect fantasy world where love prevails or will he end up crushed again. It takes a lot to hurt a man who is in love, but what happens when you break a man in love?

There was an uproar at that one fated taping inside the CBS building. A suspicious man. A gun shot. And then everything went dark. News about the most eligible bachelor icon who is now rushed at St. Lukes hospital in hope to save him. What will happen to everyone who is dear to him if he wakes up remembering things from three years ago, unveiling secrets... "Nasan sya?" Tanong ni Vincent ng mamulat na ang kanyang mga mata. Nanahimik ang lahat ng bisita sa kwarto at nagbigay daan sa babaeng kanina pa hinahanap ng binata. "Hi." Bati ng dalaga sa kanya. "I'm sorry to keep you waiting, ha?"