Getting older is no joke. Unless it's used as the punchline. It seems that once we (particularly women) pass a certain age, it's assumed that our personalities, dreams, sense of self, and thoughts about our future go right out the window. Surely we don't think about the future...aren't our lives over? By the way, the highest target audience here on WattPad is 25 and up - which confirms my point. As if the world at large, now that youth is behind us, thinks there is nothing left in our minds but maybe grandchildren, trips to Florida, and baking. As a woman rapidly approaching fifty...I can tell you this is complete and utter bullshit. I'm going to assemble a collection of 50 stories featuring leads that are over the age of 50. Some will be on the cusp...others far beyond it. Many will have elements of romance but not all. This will take a while but it's something of a passion project. I hope you enjoy the journey.

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"Are you hiding something?" She asked as she looked me up and down. My heart was already pounding. Was I that suspicious?

This book was formerly known as "Let It Rain" - the original working title. It didn't fit after it was edited. "Little Bit Stronger" can now be purchased in its final form on Amazon. Kate Deltona used to be a woman with spark and passion. She's let a lot go over the years in the name of keeping the peace but she isn't about to let her cheating spouse get away with his nonsense for another minute. She confronts her husband with the indisputable facts and moves the hell on with her life. She accepts her future as a single mom, busy nurse, and member of an awesome family - plenty of reasons to count her blessings. Then that silly bitch Fate puts Josh Hennecart in her way. A rancher determined to sweep her off her feet, Josh ticks all the boxes on the list Kate never even had with the men who came before him. The longer he courts her with old-school charm, the more she wonders about giving him a heart that's been bruised...but still beats. There's nothing like a patient man on a mission. Enjoy this sweet (and spicy) country romance by Always the Good Girl, Shayne McClendon.

Being the son of the sheriff puts a huge target on Liam's back. Innocent, shy, Liam Rawley is a victim of harassment by some of the older boys in town. It wouldn't be a problem if the people harassing him didn't have any kind of criminal records. Liam's father decided to make one of his deputies lookout for Liam at all times. Being forced to spend every second with Deputy Brady Hutton had been kinda challenging for Liam, especially when he just wants to spend time with his new friends. Brady hates everyone but he seems to have a soft spot for Liam and does not hate the fact that he is getting paid to do nothing. The problem of having a bodyguard that spends every single second with you is that you might catch feelings for him. Deputy Hutton is not a line that should be crossed.

Mateo is a normal boy living a normal life. He's gay but is perfectly in peace with himself, thanks to a supportive family. Very outgoing, frank and happy, he hides some scars behind his confidence. Liam is the son of a very rich man who is the CEO of a huge hotel company. He's rich and gorgeous, but social and familial pressures make him uncomfortable with his life. What will happen when the two of them meet ? DoneisDone made the cover of story with a photo from Jeremy McKnight on Unsplash. Thank you sooooo much !

A dramatic short story by Shayne McClendon

Vera Queen is a mature and usually sensible woman. Having lost her beloved husband, watched her children grow up and leave on their own, she begins breeding mastiffs to ease her loneliness. This new hobby allows her to travel and meet new people, gradually healing her grief. She embarks on a trip to Germany in order to deliver her darling Bella to her new family. She is unprepared for her immediate reaction to Rutger Heisman - or his demand that she stay to acclimate his new companion.