The chances of individuals who are fated to cross paths in this vast world is a mere one in seven billion. In that rare change, just moments before a catastrophic explosion, the lives of Song Ran, a news reporter, and Li Zan, an explosive engineer, become suddenly intertwined by a red thread. Through moments of danger, where it seems as though everything could been blown up, or the ensuing traumas, they remain steadfast in their silent support and protection of one another. On the ruined land by bombs and bullets, he shows her the white olive tree. That white color symbolizes tragedy and loss, but is also the color of tenderness and purity, like their love. "The white olive tree under the clear blue sky, and with them being together proves that everything is not a dream." Have you ever thought what can you do in five seconds? Pour a cup of water, take a walk, say what you want to say, read a page of a book? In five seconds, my heart fills with your image. It's me, I'm Ran-Ran. No one is a lonely island, except for you. That day, through the window, he saw a white olive tree on that vast and empty field. I have been to many places and met a lot of faces, but you are the gentlest soul in my heart. - *Author's note: The countries, regions, and people involved in this novel are purely fiction, not based on any real events or people. *Translator's note: This is not my original work, I'm just translating this novel to the best of my ability to bring this novel to interested readers. Please excuse any errors/mistakes along the way. This is an ongoing translation as the chapters are long and detailed, please be patient.

'White Olive Tree' novel by Jiu Yue Xi English translation "Ah Zan, I am Ruan Ruan." No one is an island other than you. That fateful day, he looked out of the window and saw a white olive tree in the open field. *** Reporter Song looks different from her appearance. Reporter Song is very serious with her work. Reporter Song is quite cute. Today I saw a white olive tree with Reporter Song. It is very special. My new year wish is to marry her. - Li Zan Ah Zan, you have to be careful and pay attention to your safety. Ah Zan, I like it when I enjoy the scenery together with you. Ah Zan, don't be scared. I will take you home. Ah Zan, you are the best person I have ever met. Ah Zan, thank you for trying your best. - Song Ruan "Ah Zan, in my next life, I want to be a bird." "Then I shall be a big tree." After witnessing the grimmest, darkest and bloodiest wars, I am glad that I have met the brightest and kindest soul. I am still grateful that I have seen the white olive grove with my own eyes. I know that is a mirage where the heaven and earth meets in the desert but I am thankful for you, the brightest star in the dark night, were by my side.

Holly Thorne has a normal life in Minnesota. Normal friends and family and grades. Her personality may be a little hyper and bubbly, but all in all, she's normal. Well, except for the fact that her brother, Jackson Thorne, is the world's most famous teen actor in Hollywood. He left their family two years ago in Minnesota and ever since then, he's had nothing but success. So, Holly hasn't seen her brother in two years, but now, she's moving in with him for the summer. What she didn't know about her brother, was that he is best friends with Ryder West. Hollywood's golden boy, aka Holly's obsession. She also comes to terms with the fact that not only are they best friends, but Jackson also lives next door to Ryder and his family. This summer just took a very interesting twist for Holly, Jackson, and the whole West family. © 2014 Madeline States. All rights reserved Buy the paperback edition on Lulu! http://www.lulu.com/spotlight/writerbug44

When Victoria 'Tori' Peige found out that Zachary Anderson was the reason for all of her bestfriend's past break-ups, she knew she had to step in and make a move. Even if it was against her will, Ms. goody-goody asked Zach to be her boyfriend. Little did Tori know that Zach only agreed because he wanted to use her in order to get to her bestfriend. But what would happen when the relationship that started out with lies and deceit turn into something...real?

Madison Baker is used to getting left behind. It's in her genetic pool or something. Which is why when her mother leaves her behind to go on a year-long trip to France with her new boyfriend, Madison isn't surprised. Although, she isn't happy about it either. She's especially not happy about the fact that not only is she being left behind yet again, she's being dropped at a stranger's doorstep. An old friend of her mother's that she's never met before. Without knowing anything about who she's living with, Madison quickly realizes that this isn't going to be any ordinary year. She's been stuck with the Fishers, a group of rowdy brothers that are ready to make this the most dramatic, exciting, difficult year of Madison's life.

(Must Date the Playboy Book 2) Tori tried her best to move on from the playboy who broke her heart. But just as she thought she was finally okay, Zach unexpectedly came back to mess her up. In order to stop her feelings from resurfacing-and to save herself from hurting-she decided to hate the playboy. But is hating the playboy the key to her happiness? Or will it just cause another heartbreak? *** When Victoria 'Tori' Peige dated the playboy Zachary 'Zach' Anderson based on lies, they sure have paid the price. After being left heartbroken by him eight months ago, she is finally ready to move on. Just as she gives James a chance, Zach comes back and messes up her life again. Will Tori choose to be brave and be honest with her own feelings? Or will she continue hating the playboy even if her heart tells her otherwise? Cover Designed By Lydia Carr