Applecore
A downloadable book
Applecore (18+)
The life of a gnome is hard and short, especially for those that stand out. But despite her size and snow white coat, Applecore has lived two winters. When her body suddenly begins to change, and strange new desires overcome her, Applecore is faced with a choice--does she stay in the nest with her sisters, or accept his maleness to seek a mate? Is there really a choice at all?
Applecore is a work of adult fiction inspired by the likes of The Secret of Nimh and Watership Down and childhood fascination with animal reproduction. Despite its storybook tone, this work contains some scenes of violence between creatures acting on instinct--reader discretion is advised.
Features speculative reproductive biology and alternative gender systems, breeding instinct, oversize genitals, massive size difference, public humiliation, and sex with a hard-boiled egg.
18k words, 10 spot illustrations, 4 half-page illustrations. Available as a DRM free PDF and EPUB, and features gallery ZIP of book illustrations and development art.
To prevent confusion: Applecore is physically male, and lives in a culture where gender is determined by sexual maturity. Male or female pronouns are acceptable when referring to the character Applecore.
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Another great story! I especially loved the focus on smell, it gives the world so much texture.
loved the whimsical use of gnome dialect in this story, and the small scope we get to see the world through. wonderful tale!
What an absolute delight to see the gnomes get their time to shine!!! I adored the prose, and getting immersed in their culture, and the exploration of gender within gnome life. A very tasty read.
This book is beautiful. I could see it all animated within my mind's eye
so SO great. i love the speculative biology here, and Applecore's voice is so immersive and full of character. i sometimes find myself skimming when i'm reading on a screen, but here the prose and atmosphere was so strong i found myself glued to every word. five stars, makes me wish it was winter and i was snuggled up in a warm cosy gnome den
This is seriously engaging from start to finish! I read it completely blind, and I am happy I did! The artwork is so charming and really adds to the story overall. Always adore how goofy and endearing you draw your little guys <3
"sex with a hard boiled egg" ok gotta see what this one's about
Interesting!!!