“Are you Collin?” he asked, and smiled at the nod. “I’m Trent. I got a table right over here.” He seemed a little like a nervous bunny as he scampered to the table and sat down, a half-empty glass of soda in front of him. Collin carefully slid into the...
Fate’s Attraction
Bloodlaced by Courtney Maguire
A little bit of a sad story, but this was a good read. Characters in this story are well developed and relatable. This story gives you a little bit of everything in it.
Private Property by Skye Warren
Private Property by Skye Warren
When I signed up for the nanny agency, I didn’t expect a remote mansion on a windswept isle. Or a brooding billionaire who resents his new role. His brother’s death means he’s now in charge of a moody seven year old girl. She’s lashing out at the world, but I can handle her. I have to. I need the money to finish my college degree. As long as I can avoid the boss who alternately mocks me and coaxes me to reveal my darkest secrets.
Home and Family
“Hi,” a boy of about seven said from behind him, startling Isaac out of his thoughts. He carried a small shovel. “Poppy said I should help with the poop.” He scrunched his face and began shoveling the runway behind the goats to clean away their mess....
Stroke of Midnight
I stare at the two thousand dollars we agreed upon. It doesn’t feel real. Since meeting Winston, I’ve made over four thousand dollars, kicking me up to eleven grand in my college fund. It’s annoying the relief I feel. It would have taken me months to make...
Our Friendship Matters
As we pulled out of the driveway, Dad waved goodbye. I could picture the smile on his face once he walked into the house and noticed Mom was cooking lasagna. “So, how is the public-school life at Eastview High?” I asked Ricardo. “Other than Chester beating...
Bad To Be Good
A Heart Back Home
Clay Kartwell loses his job and gets a call from his estranged father asking for his help back on the family farm, all on the same day. Clay knows he has to return home, even though it’s the last thing he wants to do. Some things back home are best left unremembered.