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Everyone feels stuck now and then, right? At least, that's what Kristen tells herself. The problem is that all her usual tricks for getting out of a funk aren't working. What she needs is a really big change, and as a single woman with a remote career, her options are wide open. So she decides to spend a year in the small town of Riverton where her dad recently relocated. The people in Riverton are warm and welcoming, and Kristen quickly finds herself a part of her new community in ways that she didn't expect.

In the aftermath of a devastating global catastrophe, humanity has been left in ruins. The world is now a barren wasteland, where mutated creatures roam and food and water are scarce. But amidst the desolation, a group of children has emerged, banding together to survive and forge a new path forward.

A successful career woman, at a juncture in her life, has finally attained the beautiful lifestyle, the security, all she had ever dreamt of during her trauma laden upbringing—only to realize she may have lost the only thing of worth. Fear, drama, trust, grief—and eventually, understanding and redemption dominate this novel-like memoir.

It's been a while since Sadie Fuller has lived a normal life. Her obsessive compulsions make even daily life a constant struggle. Living in New Los Angeles doesn't help either. A haven for Descendants, gods and goddesses that suddenly woke up in mortal bodies, the city is ripe with the mysterious and macabre. But now Sadie is witness to a Descendant murder and thrown into an investigation that will test her in ways she could never have imagined. Soon, she herself becomes the hunted. Who is serially killing the Descendants and why do they want to kill her?

Picking up where Part One left off, the trying journey across America progresses, and all of the characters continue to learn and grow as they travel the unseen path of destiny laid before them, in this exhilarating fantasy adventure tale interwoven with factual elements of 1860s America.

Paulie Cindrich was a wild child who lived and loved with everything she had. Life has a way of catching up though, and before she knew it, she was a single mom making the best life she could for her son. Now, she's watching her son live his dream life. But in an odd twist of fate, her past comes back and offers her the second chance at happiness that she once though she'd lost. In a bar, a long time ago, she found the love of her life, will it happen a second time?

Royce McLeod couldn’t wait to get out of Tucson, Arzona and never come back. All she wanted was a life away from the desert and her M.C. family. But ten years later, her well planned and perfect life shatters. Calling off her upcoming wedding, losing a well-deserved promotion, and having to accept that her fiancé wasn’t actually the man she thought all were too much for this stubborn woman. With her tail tucked, Royce heads home to nurse her broken heart. While welcomed back, the only thing warm was the hot summer.

A small tale of Grace and her experiences being immortal. She reveals what it takes to survive and to merely exist. Some would say she's prideful, brutal yet she still remains...

I'm JoAnna Lynn. This is my small, simple tale of my dark life! My time of 'Love' and how everything can change in an instant!

Two epic short tales of love, lust, and cruel desires! Get lost in these amazing short stories about Vampire Ladies and their small journeys into immortality!

The quaint town of Willowbrook nestled in the heart of the countryside exudes a timeless charm and beauty. The main street is lined with charming boutiques, cafes, and local businesses that radiate warmth and familiarity. Vibrant flowers burst with colorful blooms in window boxes and hanging baskets, adding a touch of whimsy to the picturesque scenery. The townspeople always greet each other with friendly smiles and engage in neighborly conversations that create a strong sense of community.

This Moment in Time follows a group of former college friends as they come together for their 25-year class reunion and grapple with unresolved love from their past. Set against the backdrop of Carnegie-Mellon University's 1995-1996 theater season, the story delves into the lives of these characters, exploring the challenges they face in midlife, such as parenting, caregiving, and financial struggles.

As they speed to the end of the trial, Michelle and Phillip Hicks find that the issues in the court take a back seat to an attack on their daughter. Watching her slip deeper and deeper into herself, they can only stand by, helplessly searching for a way to reach her. Recovering from her own tragedy, Judge Tara Miles questions whether or not she is the right person to deliver a verdict, if the trial can even get to that point. S. F. continues to do everything he can to earn his place in the ranks of his master by destroying the first test case of The Universal Court.

Kat Sells is living an ordinary life when a part of her past suddenly comes back to haunt her. Now, Kat must confront her dark past to help her first love get home to his family in the hope of helping him move on. Spanning decades, follow Kat as she tries to right her wrongs and face the traumatic past that she tried to leave behind her. Tied to You is a story about redemption, forgiveness, the journey to find yourself, and learning to love yourself again.

The summer before her senior year of high school, Rosalee fell in love with George. By the next summer, George had broken her heart, and Rosalee was sure she’d never see him again.

Untouched by time and bonded with the witch, Rowan, the ancient tree of knowledge hides on a mysterious island off the coast of Maine. As Rowan’s powers wane, the tree sends out tendrils of energy to search for its new guardian. Willow escapes the confines of the commune where she grew up, and searches for a place to belong. Not understanding the mystical force guiding her, she travels until she discovers Woodlight, a settlement hidden in the forests north of Camden.

Vivienne Marsh, removed from her contemporary life in New York, finds herself deep in the heart of Louisiana, living in an old plantation house, aiding her dying father. The more time she spends in the house, the more familiar it all becomes to her. The land and the artifacts slowly connect her with a slave woman born centuries before her.

Marie is heard to call herself 'The unluckiest woman in the World' as she relates tragic events in her life. Once happily married, with two pretty daughters, her world is turned upside down when Ian, her husband, leaves her for another woman. She meets Barry, and life is wonderful, for a while, then Barry walks out of her life.

What would you do if Fate gave you a second chance at life? Would you learn from your past mistakes and take it as a golden opportunity to correct all wrongs? Fate has given Ellie another chance. The question remains... would it be worthwhile?

What would you do for your best friend? Cassandra Grace will live through heartbreaks over a thousand lifetimes. A thought-provoking, coming-of-age story about two best friends.