[Wattys 2026 entry] This is the story of how I, Waylan, crown prince of Arkland, was kidnapped by my own men, ambushed by the enemy, and had to work as an apprentice like commoner And then I realized... well, I'm nothing special. And yet, I am expected have the power to end the fifty year war between the two nations of Arkland and Wistania. Are they kidding me? But hidden somewhere out there is a true heir to the Wistanian throne, and evil King Thrustborne will do anything to destroy them. So with the help of a loyal knight, a female blacksmith, a musical archer, a Lady dragon master, and a humble shoemaker's daughter, we decided its time to save our world. In a tale of mistaken identities, medieval robots, and trainable dragons, I have to figure out who I really am, with or without a crown. And whether legacy is something you claim, or something you earn. An original story, not a fanfic, mild battle action, clean romance, suitable for all ages. Book 1 in Ark & Wist Books series- a saga, moving through generations. 1: The Prince of Thickwood Forest 2: A Thief Most Noble 3: A Dare for North (in planning) Prequel: With No Prince to Lead Them (in planning/ drafting stage) Written from Dec 2024 to July 2025

She was waiting on God's timing. He was running from Him. But love has a way of pulling hearts back to the One who created it. In His Perfect Time is a heartfelt young adult Christian romance that explores faith, patience, and the journey of discovering God's perfect timing in love and life. Miriam has always trusted in God, keeping her heart guarded as she prays for the desires He places there. But when she meets Jehoshua-brooding, enigmatic, and far from the path of faith she knows-her world is challenged. As their friendship deepens, Miriam must navigate temptation, prayer, and discernment, all while holding onto the principles she's grown up with. With multiple points of view from Miriam, Jehoshua, Daniel, and Naomi, this story highlights the challenges of walking faithfully in modern life, the power of prayer, and the beauty of waiting for God's plan. Excerpt: "Lord... don't let me fall for someone who doesn't love You," Miriam whispered, watching him walk away. And deep down, she had a feeling this was just the beginning. Start Date: August 18, 2025 (August 19, 2025) End Date: August 27, 2025 (October 1, 2025) Most Impressive Rankings: #holyspirit #1, #8 #christian: #399 #lukewarm: #1 #believer: #16 #christianromance: #39

Ashanti Moore built her life on grit, sacrifice, and endless hard work...until the skies came down crashing down. Damien Gonzales lived by responsibility, family, and control...never letting anyone close enough to change him. But when Ashanti and Damien's lives collide, everything they thought they knew about themselves will be put to the test. Two broken paths. One undeniable connection. Can they risk their hearts on a love that might be their salvation...or their undoing? ****A Christian romance.

Deborah's wounded heart was an untended fortress, but Jonah was willing to endure any siege to breach it. From the shadows, however, Duke Markus watched their growing connection with a creeping, obsessive madness. He would stop at nothing to shatter their bond and claim her for himself. And he will cross any line to make it happen. - A ten year old violin prodigy was trapped inside of a popular brothel named The Flower's Garden. With a burst of courage, she and two other girls planned their escape. Yet, their defiance was met with death and blood. But Daniel Wellinger, a respected apothecary, found one of the girls alive and took her home. He nursed her back to health and gave her a new life, a new name - Deborah. Despite the racial prejudices in the country of Briersberg, Deborah grew like a flower under Daniel's protective care. Her new goal is to be a professional musician, but she must fight to achieve this in a world that is set against her. During an outing, Deborah captures the attention of Jonah Watson, the spirited son of the duke's personal physician. He shows her a tender love of which she had never experienced. But would she accept this affection or would the abuse she suffered make her push him away? Her music also tickled the ears of Duke Markus Beaufort, a sickly noble haunted by inner demons. Her songs soothed his mind and brought color to his otherwise dull existence. Yet, what began as fascination soon morphed into a dark obsession. Deborah sought freedom through music; he sought to possess her because of it. Markus watches the pair with cold eyes, unwilling to let her go. Deborah was a valuable light he desired to consume. He has one goal: "I must destroy her if I'm to have her." Torn between a man who'd do anything for her and a man who'd do anything to get her, Deborah must fight for the career, freedom, and love she truly deserves.