Coastaltown Stories

Noah has spent years chasing myths everyone else dismissed as stories. A quiet coastal village. A missing myth hunter. A place where something ancient has begun to stir. Some legends don't stay buried forever. A slow-burn MM paranormal romance filled with ancient myths, dark secrets, and ancient beings lurking beneath the waves...

She came to Clearwater Cove to forget. He was supposed to be a stranger. But the first time their eyes met, he whispered her name and she'd never told it to anyone in this town. Some secrets are buried. Some are waiting to be found. And some will change everything.

A weathered wooden heart, carved from an old fig tree, becomes the one thing that stays with Isabella through every season of her life - a first love who vanishes without explanation, a fiancé who was only ever after her family's land, and finally a quiet carpenter who looks at all her scars and calls them beautiful instead of broken. Spanning from girlhood to old age in a small seaside town, it's a story about the marks people leave on us, and about learning that those marks aren't proof we failed to love well - they're proof we never stopped. A simple thought from the story: We often want love to leave us unmarked, smooth and untouched, like nothing ever happened. But the heart isn't meant to stay new. It's meant to be lived in - cracked, weathered, and still standing anyway. That's not damage. That's what survival looks like.

Ezuki had a plan. She always did. Finish medical school. Survive exams. Keep her life organized down to the last color-coded spreadsheet. A summer vacation was never part of it. But when a late-night video call turns into an impulsive reunion plan, Ezuki suddenly finds herself counting down the days until she sees her best friends again-friends who now live in different cities, attend different universities, and somehow still manage to create chaos from hundreds of miles apart. There's Sai, whose confidence is only matched by his terrible decisions. Liam, who notices everything and says just enough to make it everyone's problem. Lia, who could probably make a cardboard box look aesthetic. And Prisha, whose ability to find food and spend money should be scientifically studied. Together, they're heading to Azure Bay, a coastal town filled with boardwalk lights, ocean sunsets, summer jobs, and memories waiting to happen. What starts as a simple vacation quickly becomes six weeks of wrong flights, spontaneous adventures, questionable decisions, late-night conversations, and the kind of summer that changes you when you're not paying attention. Because growing up isn't always about knowing where you're going. Sometimes it's about getting lost with the right people first. June, July & Absolute Chaos is a heartfelt coming-of-age story about friendship, finding your place, and the summers you remember long after they're over.

At twenty four, Sienna Mae Carter is still chasing a dream that just feels out of reach. By day, she serves coffee and recommends love stories at Marie's cozy bookstore cafe; by night, she writes her own, hoping one day her name will be on the spine instead of someone else's. Born and raised in the seaside town of Willow Harbor, she's the middle daughter of Malcom and Denise Carter: beloved owners of Carter's Market & Bakery; sandwiched between her fiercely independent older sister Ariana and her bright, tender hearted little sister Lila. With her childhood best friend Calla by her side, Sienna's life should feel full. But in a town where everyone knows your past and expects your future to look the same, she can't help wondering if her story is meant to be bigger than the harbor... or if love might find her right where she's always been.

Amara Daniels - 22, an aspiring fashion designer who just finished university. She's creative, optimistic, but sometimes doubts her own abilities. Ethan Cole - 25, a young entrepreneur who runs a small but growing coffee shop. He's charming, hardworking, but cautious with love after a past heartbreak.

When River is sent to spend the summer with her grandparents in the sleepy coastal town of Bluebell Bay, she's less than thrilled. The harbor, the narrow cobblestone streets, and the small-town faces are a far cry from the bustling city she's always known. But as the days pass, River begins to uncover the quiet magic of the town-the laughter of old friends, the gentle rhythm of the tides, and the unexpected warmth of people who remember her before she even remembers them. Between helping at the family inn, wandering the harbor, and discovering the little joys tucked in every corner of Bluebell Bay, River starts to realize that life here might not be so unbearable after all. And when someone familiar from summers past appears, she finds herself opening up to more than just the town... A sweet, slow-burning story of finding home, friendship, and first sparks of romance by the sea.

Liminal Space is not something to be messed with. Do not let fear consume you.

|| The Most Dangerous Creatures Are Those Who Remain Silent - B.B.W || After the abrupt events of only a month ago, the sleepy town of Black Pines has, slowly but surely, returned to it's state of a docile small town on the coast of Washington. Unbeknownst to the citizens, however, a storm is coming - a storm coming to destroy the last of a species and its allies. The hunters, vampires, and druids are bizarrely silent, with no word from any of them since the battle. Even Raven has gone silent, not even a feather can be found. Malia's suspicion only grows when a mysterious werecoyote trespasses on her territory, claiming to have information on the elusive kitsune. While Malia focuses on this new player in this dark game of life, Megan and Artemis stay on their toes in the now stricter hunter clan. With Megan on spot as the new heir to be leader, she must hide her breaking mind, while Artemis' loyalties grow weaker and weaker by the second as she dangerously reaches out to touch the forbidden fruit. A fog is on the horizon of Black Pines, threatening to take the small town in a new descent of horror. What sanctuary is there for the victim whose monsters live in their mind?

Ending up in her coastal hometown after nearly a decade away from home, Danielle tries to learn what it means to live and gain control of her life again. It isn't until after a run‑in with the town's golden boy, Emiliano Morales, that Morgan realizes taking risks for herself is only one step to regain control. Emil has a duty for the company in his family name. and she is slowly becoming more than just a welcome distraction. What Danielle doesn't know is that Emil has a secret of his own that's strangely similar to hers. And what neither of the two know is that their secrets will unintentionally bring them together, reminding the duo that they aren't as alone as they often feel. Dani is about to discover that monsters really do exist, and her life will never be the same again. Can Danielle learn to change her perspective and take what life has to offer? And can Emil learn to control the power that might make him a monster? There's only one answer.

Romantic Comedy | Drama | Mystery What happens when seven K-pop stars decide to swap the spotlight for a quiet life in a coastal town? 🌟🕶️ Join Emily, a local café owner, as she unknowingly crosses paths with seven mysterious men who are much more than they appear. From a smooth-talking chef 🍳 to a quiet artist 🎨, a deep-thinking bookstore assistant 📚, a positive dance instructor 💃, a mysterious stranger who always saves the day 💫, a talented photographer 📸, to an athletic gym-goer 🏋️‍♂️-each has a hidden past and a heart full of surprises. As Emily's life gets tangled in their world of humor, romance, and unexpected friendships, she'll learn that sometimes the most epic stories are the ones that find you when you least expect it. 💖 Ready for a love story with a twist? Dive into EPIC 7 and discover the secrets they've been hiding! 🌟❤️

Her parents' last words echo in her head. All she knows is that she didn't want this. She didn't want any of it to happen. The memory came out of nowhere. Before she could stop it, it was real. That's what they want. That's why they're looking for her. Section Meridian. She doesn't know if her parents are alive. She doesn't know who she can trust. She only knows she had to run. Now she hides in a small house near the cliffs of Westport, trying to stay invisible. Trying not to remember. Arthur wasn't looking for her. He didn't know she existed. He just got lost - at the right time.

Dive into a magical realist tale that takes place in a coastal town aquarium shop. Theo, a young marine biologist, inherits his grandfather's shop and discovers it's built over an ancient, living reef full of secrets. As Theo learns to care for his aquariums, he uncovers the reef's mystical presence, with corals whispering to him. This heartwarming journey blends the real-world techniques of aquarium care, from lighting to filtration, with the enchanting mystery of the deep. At Bubble Magus, we're passionate about reefs and all the creatures that call them home. Join us on this adventure and explore our website (https://bubble-magus.net/) for top-quality aquarium products to bring your own reef dreams to life!

It is a truth universally acknowledged, that Mr. Darcy does not exist. Many a young woman has spent years looking for her perfect Mr. Darcy, but Kate Thomas knows better. As a 29-year-old recently widowed southerner, she sets off to find herself on the other side of the ocean in the very country where Mr. Darcy's life was penned. Looking only to escape reminders of her heartache, Kate journeys to places she never thought she'd go -- finding faith, love, and family. This is not a P & P retelling but the story of a woman's journey to discover what real love is. An ocean ... it's vast and powerful. The water that fills it can bring death, or offer life. Kate Thomas moves her life across an ocean to conquer the hold of her past and find new life for her future. Not Quite Mr.Darcy is women's fiction with clean romance (kisses only). It tackles forgiving the seemingly unforgivable and the disillusionment many a woman has faced upon realizing that the perfect husband they've been raised to look for doesn't exist. Kate, a recent widow, leaves her hometown of Memphis, Tennessee. Seeking distance from her past she takes a job in Kingsdown, England, working with a dementia patient in a cottage overlooking the English Channel. What she finds there is much more than she anticipated. Kate learns to find joy even in the hardest circumstances. Available now on Amazon as an ebook and paperback! For the latest check my website: kimgriffin.org

The tale of a romance between a humble fisherman and a selkie.

When Laney Miller arrives in Willow's Creeke for the summer, she's escaping the stress of the future and seeking refuge with her grandmother in the charming coastal town. But when she meets Tristian Blake, a rugged outdoorsman who's as passionate about the ocean as he is about life, Laney's plans for a quiet summer take a dramatic turn. As they explore the town's hidden coves and scenic trails, Laney finds herself swept up in Tristian's carefree spirit and captivated by his infectious charm. But as their summer romance blossoms, secrets and misunderstandings threaten to tear them apart. Can Laney and Tristian find a way to make their love last beyond the summer sun, or will their whirlwind romance fade like the ocean tides?

Mira returns to the quiet coastal town she once ran away from - a place filled with unfinished memories, silent houses, and the sound of waves that never stopped waiting for her. With nothing but a backpack and an old letter guiding her back, she begins to confront the parts of herself she spent years avoiding. Between Leaving and Becoming is a quiet story about stillness, healing, and the courage it takes to stop running. Sometimes the bravest thing we can do... is stay.

"The Weight of Regret: An Ocean of Guilt" Anna Leclair has spent years trying to escape her past mistakes and the weight of her guilt. But when her abusive ex-boyfriend, Michael Davenport, returns to town, Anna's life is turned upside down. Michael becomes fixated on Anna, causing tension and fear in her small coastal community. As the tension between Anna and Michael reaches a breaking point, Anna is forced to confront her past and defend herself against Michael's abuse. But the consequences of her actions leave Anna consumed by guilt and struggling to move forward. Will Anna be able to overcome the weight of her guilt and find a way to move on with her life? Or will the past continue to haunt her, threatening to destroy everything she holds dear?

elizabeth's life was perfectly fine until the death of her father. lately, more tragedies have occurred in her city, and she and her best friend, jensen, begin to connect the dots. with the help of jensen's sister, effie, and her close friend, graham, they try to stop the phenomenon from happening.