Top 25 Finalist for Target's Once Upon Now contest He's trapped. He couldn't breathe. The white walls were smothering him, the barred windows were taunting him, the ticking of the clock was killing him. Now the nurses, of course, they were there too, they were there constantly choking him, forcing the colored pills down his throat. He wasn't just the amusement of the place. No, he was the beast of the place. Adam was suffering from insanity. Insanity from being locked in one single room for eleven years. Eleven years he has been stuck in the psychiatric hospital. He couldn't get out and he couldn't be saved, so what was left for him? What was there for the beast besides death? There was only one answer, one answer that not even he knew just yet, but it would all start with a single name. That single name that would bring a new feeling to that white room. That single name being Belle. ----------- A/N: This story is entered into the "Once Upon Now" story contest by target. This story is my version of a modern day "Beauty and The Beast" Anyways, thanks for reading!(: Xx Cover made by: Playboystiles

(The second installment in the 'My Life' series. Can be read alone) Meet John Ace, the hot shot at campus. With his killer looks, charming personality, and great wealth, he's got it all. Girls fall for him left and right, but too bad he's never serious. But what happens when one night at a party changes his views on Amanda forever? Problem is Amanda is his little sister's best friend. Throw in a jealous ex, a sweetie with a dark secret, a shy twin, an unwanted past, and some drama. What do you get? A hot mess.

What if you woke up next to a guy wearing a suit, exactly in the same spot where your teddy bear is supposed be? Yeah, you probably won't freak out as much as me.

Noelle, a young woman who's searching for her place in life, encounters Damien, a fascinating man with an mysterious aura. It's a meeting that throws her off balance and confuses her deep within. Noelle would prefer to quickly forget Damien, but his allure is undeniable. Despite her fears and uncertainties, they grow closer, embarking on a passionate journey of devotion and self-discovery. Together, they explore the highs and lows of life, supporting and inspiring each other's personal growth. However, their love is put to the test when unforeseen challenges cross their path. Noelle and Damien must learn to overcome their own limits and confront life's storms. Amidst pain and loss, they discover the true meaning of love, trust, and courage. "Let Yourself Fall" is a gripping story about the power of love, the ability to find oneself, and the unwavering belief that taking the risk to let go ultimately yields the greatest reward. Dive into this emotional adventure that encourages you to overcome your fears and open your heart to love. Prepare to immerse yourself in the world of Noelle and Damien and be touched by their extraordinary journey. "Let Yourself Fall" is a book that will captivate you and inspire you to live your own life with courage and passion. ∼ Copyright © 2016 by Jessy Marie S. All rights reserved. No part of this work may be duplicated or reproduced without explicit permission from the author.

Twenty-one-year-old waitress, Hope, can only dream of living a better life. Keeping her little brother safe is her top priority no matter the cost to her own happiness. So when she meets Caleb, who seems too good to be true, her instinct is to resist - but what if he's the only one who can save her? ***** Hope is struggling to make up for her mother's absence and provide for her six-year-old brother. Enter: Caleb, who comes from money and lives a good life, but can't help feeling like there is something missing. Tired from a long day's work, he stumbles into the small café where Hope works. When fate gives him the opportunity to help his enigmatic waitress, he finds himself in a world where all that matters is saving Hope. But knowing that danger is on the horizon, would Hope let Caleb into her world? Content/trigger warning: This story mentions drug use and addiction. [[word count: 50,000-60,000 words]] Cover designed by Ren T.

Archer is Ivy's drug; he's overwhelming and addictive. But like any other drug, the effect it has slowly kills you. Until, there's nothing left.

❝If I'm going to write a book it will be about you − about your flaws − because when I first fell in love with you it was because of your flaws.❞ All rights reserved @ o p t i c a l i t y | 2017

Emma has everything she wants. Good friends, family who loves her and the boyfriend of her dreams. She's also finally rid nemesis Bianca Smythe from her life. But life is full of twists and turns. The first is a phone call from her mother, the one who abandoned her twenty years ago. Suddenly she wants a relationship, to patch things up with the daughter she dumped. Will Emma let her in to her now happy life? The second is a chance encounter with Bianca in the school library. Their conversation will plant seeds of doubt in the only man Emma's ever loved. Could Bianca be telling the truth? And if she is, will Emma ever be able to forgive Zach? Just a note that you should probably read book 1 first - The Senator's Son