Eric was the younger of twelve year old twins, just approaching their thirteenth birthday. Although only six minutes younger than Lauren, she was clearly the alpha character when it came to sibling rivalry; she had an effervescent outgoing personality and exuded confidence in everything that she did. Eric, on the other hand, was introverted and largely lived his life in under the shadow of his sister. That was until Eric was diagnosed with a life threatening condition. Admitted to hospital for emergency life-changing surgery. Waking up a different person there was a new-found confidence and optimism that results in a metamorphosis into a life that is far from the shadows. Born out of Covid-19 lockdown, this was conceived as a light-hearted short story to counteract the doom and gloom that was resulting from the pandemic. It grew longer than expected, as I got to know Erin. The story might still be a bit rough round the edges, but I wanted to release it in time for summer vacation reading. There is no violence or hatred, just kindness and acceptance. For those that discount this as unrealistic of the real world, I counter two arguments: 1) It is a complete work of fiction. 2) My son went to Lycee (Senior secondary school) in rural France, where attitudes are generally very conservative. Despite this, there was a girl his his year, who believed she should have been a boy. HE was accepted for who he was, without prejudice. Hopefully it offers a little light reading with a happy ending. Not that the story is set in Scotland and the spelling reflects British convention, perhaps with some Scottish dialect thrown in.

DISCLAIMER NOTICE: Please note that all pictures and videos used for this story are not mine. Also the original idea for this story is heavily based on Barbie in a mermaid tail. (Just making that clear before you read the book) **************************** Melody is a normal 16 year old girl living with her grandpa in Miami Florida. Melody loves swimming and feels like she belongs in the water. One day while going for her morning swim, she notices some blue shimmery scales appearing on her arm but just ignores it. The next day, it isn't just blue scales it's pink highlights. She tells her grandpa but is shocked at his reply. Then suddenly, she can breathe under water. Read to find out more.

Emily Carver has had a horrible childhood. Her mother died when she was 12. Now Emily is turning 16 and hopes desperately that something for the better will happen. But it all starts with the moon!