The world is quickly spiraling out of control. Children are cussing by the age of six without anyone thinking of it. Girls are pregnant by thirteen. Over half of high school students have tried pot and have a criminal record before they've turned 18. One fifteen year old girl trying to make it through high school one day at a time, living in a world that hates the one thing she loves above all. This story is true. It is the story of my life.

Mara Lynn is the most beautiful girl in the world. James Parker is the ordinary boy who discovers her power. Set on the beaches of Michigan in 1994, the book depicts the joys and consequences of young love as Mara and James meet, shoot a movie, fend off bullies, and explore the potential of infinite beauty. "The Accidental Siren" is a dark, contemporary fairytale available on paperback and ebook at the end of June! To learn more, check out my website at www.JakeVanderArk.com!

This is a collection of original fairy tales, like the ones we all heard when we were children. Because fairy tales never lose their magic, no matter how old you are.