If you're a writer struggling to improve your craft, this book can help. It breaks down the basics of a good story and good writing. It'll also provide a few tips on how to stay motivated. There's no magical formula for instantly likable stories, but you can lay a strong foundation for a future full of writing that fulfills you. Success starts in your head. A blend of helpful tips and "chicken soup" for your writer soul.

Welcome to a sneak peak of my next book soon to begin in the 2018 months to come. .."The Otters" A young sea otter is seen holding hands when he sleeps in the river. It's to avoid separation. Change happens. Independence is natural and normal. Soon, the otter can swim alone. In the same way hand holding to avoid separation anxiety is very normal and natural in a young child. Friendships evolve. But what happens if one otter won't let go of his fellow otters? Will they all drown together in the fear of separation? This is a mystery that happens to six former class mates, as well as good friends. Something strange is happening as they are brought back togeather in a bizzare way. How many coincidences does it take before someone notices? When 3 best friends since kindergarten all claim innocence, and allege they are framed, for three differing acts will anybody turn a listening ear? And, now three additional class mates are also added in the mix. Is there something to this? What is this look of familiarity that each teen sees, but can't quite place? And, what is up with the creepy group home owner? Follow along on this modern day mystery and let the chapters unfold are the kids simply guilty of all allegations made ? Are they pointing fingers to shift the blame? Or, is there someone out there bringing back, and targeting these childhood friends? If so...why?...if you like the chapters... Please vote below. .. Please keep in mind this is first draft and will need edits and rewrites. Feedback is welcome and will be used in the editing phase.

(Book 1 of Emily Starr trilogy) Emily Starr never knew what it was to be lonely -- until her beloved father died and her snobbish relatives are taking her to live with them at New Moon Farm. *This story belongs to L. M. Montgomery. I don't own anything.

Pollyanna's adjustment to her surroundings is determined by "The Glad Game", which has one simple rule- to find a reason to be glad in every situation. *This story belongs to Eleanor H. Porter. I don't own anything.

35 Contestants One Prince And A Girl That Could Really Care Less Meet Milada Lorenz. She's wild, fiery, passionate.... And her dream is to become a world renowned ballerina. Milada's passion for dancing has kept the flame in heart heart burning for as long as she could remember. The castes have been and gone for decades and people are free to be whomever they want despite her family's history of being Fours. When she's offered a full scholarship to the greatest performing arts school in the Westerm hemisphere Milada knows everything is finally falling into place. She can finally escape the grasp of her wretched step mother, sickly father, and annoying younger half siblings. Accept.... Unbeknowst to her, her aunt has secretly entered her in the selection. And she gets picked. She's whiny, bratty, and ungrateful and wants to make it known the moment she steps into the palace that she has no intent on staying and she'd rather shave all her hair off.\ King Will and Queen Alessandra have been ruling for 20 successful years and it's time they pass the torch down to their eldest son, Cal. But as the Selection progresses Milada's eyes are open to the world of possibilities before her. Her heart lies with the world of performing arts but is she developing a soft spot for her country? Can she really make a different? Our new leading lady has a fiery personality and incredible wit but can our young prince tame the wild spirit? Welcome back to the lovers of the Selection world, and to the lovers of the Lady Illea Trilogy that have stolen the hearts of over 100k readers in over 35 countries. Meet the New Iron Lady or rather, the Illean Lady. The Selection has begun.

(The Selection and Red Queen) ♡BOOK TWO OF THE CHOOSING SERIES♡ ~note: This can not be read as a stand-alone. The plot and characters will be a huge jumble if you don't read the first book to get what is happening. The first book is titled The Choosing~ Madison Williams thought that by being in this year's Choosing, she would get the money her family needs and then leave the palace and the Silver world forever. But that was before she met Ahren Calore, crown prince of Norta, and fell for him. After being kidnapped by the leader of the Rogue Dawn, Madison awakes to find out a horrifying truth: Nathan, her childhood friend, is the leader of the Rogue Dawn and plans for a revenge against Ahren for what he has done. At the palace, Ahren needs to prepare to take up the crown after the sudden deaths of his parents. He's stricken with grief over his parents' deaths and Madison's disappearance. He won't stop trying to look for Madison until she's safe. But with the people restless and demanding him to choose a bride from the remaining elites to secure the Norta throne, he's finding it harder to convince everyone that looking for Madison and ending the Rogue Dawn is the right choice. As time ticks by, Madison is losing the time to escape her prison and warn Ahren of what Nathan is planning, while Ahren is losing the time to put off finding a new bride. Will Madison get away from Nathan and the Rogue Dawn? Will she make it back to the palace in time? Or will she be too late? Find out in The Bride. Action | Adventure | Romance | General Fiction | Fanfiction Highest ranking: #879 in romance #16 in action cover made by me

(The Selection and Red Queen) THIRD PLACE genre winner of The Shadow Awards THIRD PLACE genre winner of the Golden Awards ♡BOOK ONE OF THE CHOOSING SERIES♡ When the heir to the Norta throne turns 19, a Choosing happens. It's a competition between 35 girls who all vie for the attention of the prince in hopes of becoming the next Queen. Usually, only Silver girls are allowed to participate. This year, however, things are different. When it is announced that Reds are now allowed to try out for the Choosing, 17 year old Madison Williams isn't interested. She's content living the life of a 5 and has no personal reason to try out for the Choosing. But money, that her family needs, will be given to participants of the Choosing. So Madison decides to try her luck. She doesn't expect to get chosen. Nor does she expect to gain any sort of feelings towards Prince Ahren. But Ahren Calore is much more than the stoic prince Madison has seen on T.V. Thrown into a world of luxury and glitter, can Madison survive the surprises, romance, and betrayal this new world will throw at her? Find out in The Choosing Romance | Action | General Fiction | Fanfiction Highest Ranking: #122 in General Fiction cover made by me

Sick of her cruel grandmother, Jane tries to reunite her estranged parents. ***This story belongs to L.M. Montgomery. I do not own anything.

Rebecca's joy for life inspires people of Riverboro, but she faces many trials in her young life. *This story belongs to Kate Douglas Wiggin. I don't own anything.

I left you. So stop trying to bring me back. Stop trying to tell me to come home. But you're so stubborn, So here are some reasons why you should Loathe me, Despise me, Shiver at the very mention of my name, Reasons why you should forget me. - Each chapter is only about 30 seconds long. Completed.