One of the most *frequently asked questions* I get from readers of my published novels: "Was Dear Martin the first book you ever wrote?" The answer is no. Dear Martin was the third. The second (at long last!) will be published in Spring 2022, but the first will never see the light of day... Or so I used to say. *Used to* because we are currently in the thick of a literal global pandemic. And we're bored. And trying to stay motivated/encouraged/hopeful, etc. etc. So here it is. Nic Stone's first EVER novel that wasn't supposed to see the light of day. Starting today, April 1st, 2020, I'll post a chapter a day for the next 50 days (you read that right; this joint is LONG) and will leave it up indefinitely. You will laugh--AT me, but also occasionally with me. You will roll your eyes. You will have moments when you wonder if *The Nic Stone* actually wrote this long and intensely tropey and cliche book. About a 16-year-old biracial girl who sometimes glows in the dark, and after the death of her mother, discovers not only some latent supernatural abilities, but a prophesied mission she'll need them for. It is not professionally edited and is likely full of typos (though this was like the twelfth draft). It hasn't been beta-read and probably has some problematic rep in it. But my hope is that by posting it as-is, someone out there who doesn't feel *good enough* will see THIS starting point of a #1 New York Times bestseller and will be encouraged to get the story nagging at them down on paper. Even if it's never "published," there's no telling where it could lead. I hope you enjoy (or at least get a good laugh). Thanks for reading! Nic Stone

Princess is a 20 year old college student who has been dating TJ Henderson. Princess has no kids, barely talks to her parents, been in some trouble from her past but is very focused on her new goals. Princess and TJ shares the title of the schools most KNOWN couple. Tj also has a clean image but is deep down a very dirty person and he often takes Princess for granted . What will she do when the Feds come knocking at her door?

(trailer inside)Jada has it all: great friends, a loving boyfriend of three years, and a beautiful one year old daughter. Her world comes crashing down when her boyfriend is drafted to the NBA. To make matters worse, on the last night they will be sharing together for a while, she finds out he has been cheating. Now Jada must mend her broken heart, and keep sane for her daughter. But soon a new guy transfers to her school and tries to get with her. Will she be willing to finally let go of her past relationship with Tracey, and start to let this other guy in her heart?

Harmoni is a good girl, with a bad past. Antonio is a bad boy with a surprising future. When the two meet, sparks fly. Okay maybe not at first, but they end up giving in to love. But with Harmoni's past creeping up quickly and Antonio's gang troubles, how will love even fall into the mix. Will Harmoni and Antonio have to call it quits or will Antonio be Harmoni's Gangsta Love?

Jasmine's quiet suburbian life is turned upside down when she falls in love with Sean one of the most dangerous and ruthless drug dealers in Atlanta/ Sean is on his grind, making mad money, until he is blind sighted by Jasmine a sweet and innocent temptation thats is almost to good to leave.