#MSPW: NA

[moondust-bard]

The Cruel Prince X Twelve Dancing Princesses X A Dark and Hollow Star

Her Enchanted Garden #1: Potent Poison, Treasured Tonic

Living, breathing symbols of a decades-old treaty, half-faery Elowyn Fleetwood and her eleven sisters exist between worlds: their powerful human father’s mundane modern kingdom of sleek chrome and neon lights and their faery mother’s ethereal ancestral realm of magic and mischief.

The Festival of Fortune— a celebration held once every decade to commemorate the pact between worlds— draws nearer by the day. Eight courts—four mortal and four immortal— will gather in the Realm Between— but this time, chaos will reign.

An eternal life will yield to a pilfered poison, and only Elowyn holds the antidote to peace—or ruin.

Themes

• magic vs technology

• family

• tradition vs change

• loyalty

• nature vs. civilization

• fame & power

• revenge

Current Stage in Writing Process

• world-building, plotting, and character development in progress

Want to know more? Find the wip intro here!

[sunset-a-story]

Moon + Seraph Pitch Week

Witch Hunter Robin X Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. X Blood+

A serial in three arcs (Sunrise, High Noon, & Sunset)

SolCorp was founded to hide the existence of knacked people and their myriad of superhuman powers from the world, keeping humans safe from out-of-control knacks and keeping knacked people safe from human intolerance. So when they discover that one rogue Sol scientist had generated 25 babies with a defective Probability Manipulation knack and abandoned them out in the world fourteen years ago, it's up to SolCorp to find them and bring them back. But maybe their knacks weren't so defective after all because as three of the Venus 25 grow into adulthood, improbable things start happening. Things that will change SolCorp and the world forever. Sunset is a slow-burn of mounting tension and stakes that only get higher with expansive worldbuilding and a majority LGBTQIA+ ensemble cast that has something for everyone from espionage to adventure to romance and even a dash of monster hunting.

Themes

found family

revolution vs mega-corp

coming of age (older teen)

growth and healing

love

loss

power corrupts

Current Stage of Writing Process:

Sunrise (115k words/245 pages): in beta; plan to release in 2023

High Noon (307k words/683 pages): ready for beta

Sunset: in progress

Artwork by my co-writer and partner.

Check the Sunset hashtag for more character profiles.

Content warnings (entire series)

mind control (telepathy)

violence

explicit sexual content

weapons (guns, knives, munitions)

drinking/drug use (prescription, recreational, on-screen)

abduction/captivity

death

gore/bodies

age gap (slight)

prejudice

profanity

torture

reference to child abuse (not on screen)

threat of sexual assault

mental illness

suicide (not on screen)/suicidal thoughts

religion (many but heavily Catholic)

intense monster violence

car accident

tag list @words-after-midnight @thathaunteddoll 

[starlightelegy]

Moon+Seraph Pitch Week

The story was revealed to me in a dream (you can just consider it a mix of all the space operas I've watched so far)

Starlight Elegy

What could happen when the forces of the universe bring two people together? Starlight Elegy is the story of Nyx and Ganymede, two people with only one thing in common : their love for the cosmos. But when the fate of the stars is being threatened, this love turns out to be the key. It all began with a simple voice, an echo of the stars, then the tale became a legend.

Themes

Fate, self-discovery, becoming a better person, not everything is black or white, friends to lovers, soulmates, rebellion/war, mad scientists

Current stage in writing process

Draft of the first book is yet to be finished. I have currently 15 chapters roughly written and have a few left before going for the editing part. Then I have two other books planned for the main story and there's a possibility that I will write more for the extented universe.

WIP-relevant links

My ko-fi page, if you wish to support me financially

If you wish to apply to be a beta reader

Content warnings

Anxiety, depression, panic attacks, PTSD, violence, blood, religion, mentions of abuse/childhood abuse, discrimination

Note: the religion in question is entirely fictional. The characters casually mentions it from time to time and it is an important part of the lore.

[writeintrees]

Moon + Seraph Pitch Week

rules: likes are to be added to a tag list. feel free to reach out about being a beta reader/critique partner!

The Kaiju Preservation Society X How to Train Your Dragon

CLAWS IN THE CANOPY

Bennett’s expedition is stationed in the dangerous forests of the planet Zora. Something is destroying their equipment high up in the mammoth atlas trees, and he knows that if he solves the problem, the council will finally be proud. What he doesn’t expect is to save the life of the mystery creature, breaking the tenets of their society, and being thrown into a mission to keep the untrained Ionan Guard alive as they cross the jungle. All the while, things are getting bad with import/export holds between two of the cities, and political tensions are rising.

found family, dumbest smart people you’ll ever meet, animal companion, queer love, and a diverse cast

finishing up revisions and looking for beta readers

CWs: animal injury, animal death (not Celeste), guns, war, human injury, blood, bones

[italiangothicwriteblr]

Moon + Seraph Pitch Week

Percy Jackson X Game of Thrones

The Traitor’s Heir: City of Marble Book 1

Novellia de Rege, daughter of notorious traitor Leonora, must protect herself, her family, and her heart while hiding her magical abilities at a court that fears sorcery

Themes:

Family

Rumors/Lies

Corruption

Love despite the odds

Betrayal

Current Stage in Writing Process: First drafting/plotting

Art related to story:

Relevant links:

WIP Tag

Worldbuilding

OC Asks

OC Faceclaims

Content Warnings:

Sexual content

Violence

Executions

Strong language

[surroundedbypearls]

Moon & Seraph pitch week

The Wildfire King

Two hundred years ago, the gods and mortals of Tirnaeia went to war. The ancient kingdoms of Nalaam and Fosiá, with the God King’s help, woke the dark, twisted magic of the world, and the gods had no choice but to sacrifice themselves in the conflict. Now, rumours of God King’s return circle, and Lorren Jat’ana, a mage of high esteem, vows to take his people across the sea and reclaim their rightful place in Tirnaeia, with the help of the young Fosián king. History repeats itself, and a war of gods and mortals is about to unfold again before his eyes.

Themes

Rebirth

Self-acceptance

Fate vs free will

Corruption of power

Current Stage in Writing Process: Beta prep (see Wip-relevant links if interested!)

Art related to wip

Wip-relevant links

WIP intro/masterpost

Character posts: Lorren / Kaia / Meredith / Zeta / Viktor / Serafine

WIP playlist

WIP tag

Fill in this form if you're interested in becoming a Beta reader!

Content warnings:

Violence

Mild gore

Sexual abuse

Miscarriage/stillbirth

PTSD

Like or reply to be added to the taglist!

[moonyswritinq]

Atlas' Story — Moon+Seraph Pitch Week

Pitch by me, @moonyswritinq, event week brought to you by @moondust-bard and @saintedseraph

SIX OF CROWS X THE LORD OF THE RINGS

Seven to Die

Tension between non-magical and magical people, magicks, have been rising for decades, now a greater divide between the two than ever. The New Rebellion have been rising in strength and numbers, fighting back against the oppression of magical people, and is rumoured to have an intricate device to enhance a magick's abilities. Kaede Kutsuki, under the orders of the Small Council of Albion, is sent to hinder the Rebellion's advances by stealing the device. With the help of a group of as immoral criminals as herself, she has to manage the journey to pull off the job and to not lose the fight within herself — especially as old wounds open and her past has come back to claim the final victim that escaped.

Themes

found family

revenge

morally grey conflicts

power and corruption

survival

Current Stage in Writing Process:

rough draft in process

Art related to wip: N/A

Wip-relevant links: N/A

Content warnings

violence

death

gore

murder

insomnia

PTSD

mental / psychological abuse

physical abuse

childhood trauma

[scribe-of-stories]

Moon + Seraph Pitch Week

Marble Hornets x Pact/Pale x Cult of the Lamb

Broken Whole

The modern age ended 15 years ago and what's left is broken countries, waring states, and a hidden society of mysticism revealed. A letter arrived for Jacob, a Godless Priest, saying that he inherited his father's land: a tiny island and its church. A Ghost of Worship lives within those walls, meanwhile a predictor in the trappings of religion lives without. The island is a new life for Jacob, a community to nurture, a new faith to found, and a past to confront. A collection of Broken people and Broken things gather, and together they might be able to make a Whole.

Themes

Found Family

Polyamory

Ethical spiritual practice vs rigid religion

Occultism

Loss and Healing

Monster Hunting/Hunted by a Monster

Current Stage of Writing:

Finishing up planning and character building, starting the first rough draft soon.

Content Warnings:

Trauma related to Religion, Loss, Fear, and Failure

Psychedelic and Body Horror

Death of loved ones

Religion/Cults

[mauannacreates]

Comp titles:

Undertale series x Wheel of Time series

Title:

Conjured Secrets

Log line:

A girl with light magic gets transported to a mysterious palace, and after finding her darker half, they must learn to work together for the battles ahead.

Themes:

Friendship

Loss

Courage

Greed

Current Stage in the Writing process:

Draft 4

Art related to WIP:

Moodboard / Character Sprites

Wip-relevant links:

Content warnings:

Anxiety

Violence & gore

death / animal death

spiders and snakes

[dontjudgemeimawriter]

Six of Crows X I Hunt Killers

Syndicate

(Working title)

Terran is an assassin in Calson City, where a criminal syndicate controls the city. 3 years ago, Terran covered up the death of Raymond, a traitor he was supposed to execute. Now he has to keep anyone from finding out what he's done all while grappling with realizations of morality, of wanting escape, and wanting to be a better person that he sees in Raymond. The safest option is to keep his cover, do his job, and keep Raymond far away from Calson City-- but that may come at the cost of the person he wants to be. The secret of Raymond being alive is threatening to come out amidst assignments, discoveries, and investigations-- all while Terran is surrounded by the Syndicate's watchful eyes.

Themes:

Escaping vs feeling trapped

Abuse, trauma, and masking

Morality-- learning, sacrificing, and compromising

Current Stage:

Drafting

(Image sources here)

Links

Full Intro

Links to excerpts

Info on the magic system

Playlist

Characters: Terran Raymond Mika

Content Warnings

Abusive Relationship, Anxiety, Attempted Murder, Child Abuse, Death, Emotional Abuse, Fire, Gun Violence, Hostages, Kidnapping, Murder, Physical Abuse, PTSD, Stalking, Torture

Note: I was fairly generous with these and took from the list m+s posted-- please ask me to expand on any of these. But yes it is a book that deals with both abuse and with criminals/assassins.

[thecrookedwriterspath]

Moon + Seraph Pitch Week

Comp Titles

Pirates of the Caribbean (movie) x Tangled (movie)

Title

Frozen Sands

Nashida, a young woman from the sands of the south, meets Halim, a clumsy young man with a knack for trouble, in the ice up north just in time for the Festival of Lights. However, Halim's family found problems with a pirate in the past, and he's about to cause some real trouble. Plus, Nashida is starting to find some unsettling clues about the origins of the lifelike statues in the area...

POC main characters, both bi, one trans with bipolar disorder and ADHD, the other with relationship trauma and anxiety.

Writing with 1 coauthor.

Themes/Tropes

Solidarity

Revenge

Pirates are gay

Family

Different is okay

Content Warnings

Kidnapping, descriptions of food, bullying/manipulation, some romantic spice, transphobia, homophobia

Writing stage

Draft one complete, will likely need to be split into 2. Waiting to edit. Some of the content warnings may change with editing.

Art

[moondust-bard]

Bridgerton aesthetic X werewolf fiction tropes

Hunting Ground— a Noble Dragons novel

This year’s Mating Season has arrived, and Elinor Talbot is making her grand debut into noble dragonshifter society— to her dismay.

Themes

• change vs tradition

• feminism & traditional roles of women in society

• family

• societal class & prejudice

• friendship

• fate vs. free will

• LGBT+ issues

Current Stage in Writing Process: fleshing out the underwritten draft

Content warnings

• parent death

• societal prejudice against LGBT+ on page

• bullying

Want to know more? Find the wip intro here!

[aalinaaaaaa]

Moon + Seraph Pitch Week

Flamebearer

King Lear meets Shadow and Bone

—

Seal our crown, and thus seal our souls.

The legacy of Selade's last Zsar bleeds deeper than millenia. It bleeds between and within the houses bearing the shards of Maxim's crown, and deeper still, into the nation's soul.

Estyia Verlova, joint-youngest of Vaer, had no intentions of becoming the heir. When a rebellion driven by the legacy of historical wounds hits the one place she called home, she witnesses first-hand the power of sacrifice and bloodshed.

It will take more than negotiation to address the fractures splitting everyone apart. She can only hope Fate does not consume her soul by then.

Themes

grief

revenge

fate

Playlists

Main wip playlist

Fire in the Ashes | Estyia

Current Stage in Writing Process

First draft in progress

Art related to WIP: n/a

WIP relevant links:

Introduction

May contain the following:

violence, religious themes, mentions of blood, death, (further items might be added)

[moon-and-seraph]

M+S Pitch Week: List of Hashtags

This is the official list of tags that participants of the Moon+Seraph Pitch Week will add to their pitch posts. The purpose of these tags is to allow people to sort through pitches based on their interests and tastes, so they're super important!

We'll have explanations of each category of hashtags, so read on to see which tags you'll want to add to your pitch! We recommend copy and pasting for ease.

General

This is a tag everyone will want to use, as it'll allow people to view all pitches collectively.

MSPW: pitch

Representation Tags

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MSPW: disability rep MSPW: ownvoices disability rep

MSPW: mental health rep MSPW: ownvoices mental health rep

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MSPW: sci fi wip MSPW: fantasy wip

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MSPW: crit welcome

[writeintrees]

Moon + Seraph Pitch Week

multiPOV SpellHacker X House of the Scorpion X Uglies

AN ECHO OF SAPPHIRE

Ari enters the city owned by Tuin Corp to enroll in a certificate program. She quickly learns that the company doesn’t like people asking questions, and keeping her head down isn’t in her nature. She befriends a fellow classmate, the non-binary Moth, who introduces her to an underground resistance movement. Through a series of broken laws, they learn what Tuin Corp is really up to, and a secret that turns Ari’s life upside down.

rebelling against oppression, finding family where you are, friends to QPR, activism, hurt/comfort

currently in the beginning of revisions. will be looking for beta readers at the end of April.

CWs: non-consentual drug use, flashbacks, police brutality, adult kidnapping, terminal illness, death, implied death of babies

[moondust-bard]

Charmed X Immortals After Dark

Lost in the Witherwoods #1: Shadefyre

Four young witches, while en route to perform an ancient ritual upon which their coven’s magical wellbeing is dependent, are kidnapped by a band of their people’s most dangerous foes: werewolves.

Now in the den of their deadliest enemies, witches Sage, Maeve, Flora, and Arden Emberbright will uncover secrets surrounding the time-honored rite for which they have prepared since age thirteen, unravel the truth of a centuries-long feud, and discover the reason why one of their own is seemingly devoid of a single drop of magic in her blood.

Themes

• perils of capitalism

• friendship

• prejudice

• magic vs. technology

• betrayal

• corruption

Current Stage in Writing Process

character development and world-building

Content warnings

• kidnapping

• mental illness

• mature sexual content

• death

• violence

Want to know more? Find the wip intro here!