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I'm Mahira. An incurable introvert. My hobbies? Watching the sunset every day, napping whenever I want, and not tolerating any disturbances. My life was peaceful - until I tripped over a magical book with a glass slipper on its cover at the beach. Now, that book is forcing me to become Cinderella in the real world. Complete with a choice of three princes: a handsome CEO who likes to whip up last-minute fried rice, a soap opera actor whose poems make your ears bleed, and an adorably pure-headed student council president who says he's willing to be my mattress. The problem? I don't want to choose. They're all nuisances. I just want a quiet life. But the book doesn't care. It keeps writing the story however it wants - with me as the main character. And if I refuse to follow the plot... the punishment is that my body could suddenly start dancing Dangdut Koplo Bang Toyyib on its own in public. Or even get struck by lightning at the crack of dawn. Please...!!!

In the quiet, forgotten town of Willowbrook, where time seems to have paused, Audrey Bennett, a city book editor nursing a broken heart, stumbles upon a mysterious mahogany letter box in a dusty antique shop. Carved with swirling vines and tiny roses, a brass plate whispers, "For Letters of the Heart - To Be Delivered When the Time Is Right." Drawn by an inexplicable pull, Audrey takes the box home, only to discover it's a treasure trove of yellowed envelopes, tied with faded ribbon. The first letter, penned sixty-two years ago, is addressed to a "Dearest Cillian." As Audrey delves into the passionate, poignant words of Rosaline Taylor, a woman who loved with an unwavering heart, she finds herself entangled in a decades-old romance lost to time. But the box holds more than just love letters. Tucked within is a promise, a secret, and a hidden truth that connects Rosaline's story to Audrey's own journey of healing and self-discovery. When Audrey uncovers a final, heartbreaking revelation about Cillian's fate, she must decide if some stories are meant to be read by strangers, and if opening her own heart is the only way to finally find her way home. What happens when a forgotten love story becomes the key to unlocking your own future?

Enrich your day-to-day vocabulary and attain the wisdom of many generations. Each memorable phrase, adage and proverb will pass the torch of confirmed and invaluable knowledge with respect to the behaviors of people, perseverance, the passage of time and the importance of the self. ~~~ Always unfinished. Updated regularly. ~~~

The Saturday market in Mellow Reach smells like warm bread and fresh basil-the kind of place where neighbors argue about tomato prices and mean nothing by it. Sticky cobblestones. Chipped enamel mugs. Nothing much goes wrong here. Then Thomas Reed's display collapses, and suddenly everyone's an expert. Most people saw the argument. Most people made up their minds before the pole stopped swinging. Officer Harper poked at the wreckage, called it an accident, and snapped his notebook shut. Done. Margaret Ellison wasn't there. Didn't matter. Thirty years as Mellow Reach's librarian teaches you things-how to go unnoticed while noticing everything. The angle of a fallen pole. A timeline with a loose thread nobody pulled. The particular way someone's hands flutter when they're hiding something embarrassing rather than something dangerous. She knows the difference. Always has. She knows Thomas, too. Helped him find his footing here fifteen years ago, back when this town was still deciding whether to let him in. Watched him build something worth keeping. So when the whispers calcify into verdicts-when old friendships crack along old fault lines and the harvest festival her late husband spent a decade building is suddenly up for debate-her stomach drops like a stone in cold water. Staying out of it is a choice. She's made enough of those. Semi-Retired. Not blind. Not yet done. This is an early draft shared for feedback. I'd love to know: - Would you continue reading? - Does it feel cozy? - Where did your interest drop?

This is a short story I submitted to a writing competition. The requirements were: [2,000 words max A recurring memory An uncharacteristic hobby A change in plans] When a frog-hunting trip turns into a fateful encounter, a solitary witch navigating a change of plans meets a warmhearted blacksmith who crafts more than just horseshoes. Drawn together by muddy boots, unexpected laughter, and glimmers of something deeper, the two discover that love-like magic-often appears when you're not looking for it. Set in a sun-dappled meadow full of frogs and fate, this short story is a gentle tale of enchantment, connection, and the quiet magic of falling in love.

Once Upon Every Night is a captivating collection of bedtime tales that spark wonder, soothe the soul, and inspire dreams for readers of all ages.

Thanksgiving Short Stories is a collection of charming stories that celebrate the spirit of the holiday. In Unexpected Guests, Lily shares her feast with woodland animals, while The Wishbone reveals a life-changing wish made by siblings. A Thanksgiving Mystery and A Thanksgiving Contest bring excitement and competition to the family gathering. Thanksgiving in the Future imagines a high-tech, vegan celebration, and A Turkey's Perspective offers a humorous take on the holiday. Other stories explore themes of gratitude, family traditions, forgiveness, and even ghostly visits, reminding readers of the importance of connection and thankfulness. Each tale captures the joy and warmth of Thanksgiving in its unique way.

Riley Tran's life is all about quiet spaces and careful boundaries-until Harper Moreno moves in next door, bringing noise, chaos, and a whole lot of charm. Forced to share walls and Wi-Fi, these two very different women clash, connect, and maybe just fall in love. Between stolen moments, messy apartments, and late-night confessions, Riley and Harper discover that sometimes the biggest disruptions lead to the best things. ---

She's lost in a new city, taking wrong turns at every corner. He doesn't speak her language, but his actions speak volumes. In a place where words fall short, their hearts do the talking-proving that the right people can find each other in the most unexpected ways. "Inspired by someone whose steel blue eyes let us know where home is and that's our safest place" This story is my original work. Please don't repost, copy, translate, or record any part of it. It may seem small but stealing stories hurts indie writers like me. If you enjoyed it, share the link instead. © dsoftlyscripted, 2025. All rights reserved.

Paulo is ready to leave everything behind. After ten years in a stable job and a marriage that ended painfully, he seizes an unexpected remote work opportunity that offers freedom - and the chance to start fresh in Chasses, a quiet town surrounded by forest. Far from the city's noise, Paulo hopes to find peace, rediscover himself, and uncover what truly makes him who he is. But the move stirs old memories, doubts, and questions about his identity. Is this new life an escape, or the fresh start he's long needed? As thunderstorms roll across the sky and quiet moments stretch on, Paulo forges unexpected bonds - with a stray dog and the promise of a simpler life. Together, they navigate healing, loneliness, and the slow bloom of new connections. A gentle, heartfelt story of self-discovery, resilience, and the courage to embrace change - even when the path ahead is uncertain.

Hannah Barrett didn't come to GardenHallow to find herself, just to breathe. But when she meets Sydney Rhodes one summer night at the ice cream stand, everything shifts. Their friendship is easy, unexpected. But as Hannah's feelings grow into something more, she's left wondering if Sydney feels it too, and if she's brave enough to say what she really wants. Small-town romance • Summer nights • LGBTQ+ • New girl in town • Friends to lovers © Rylan Wolf 2025 🌸 Please don't copy or repost without permission.

𝑓𝑟𝑜𝑚 𝑣𝑖𝑣𝑖 𝑡𝑜 𝑣𝑖𝑣𝑖𝑎𝑛𝑠~ --- '𝐤𝐚𝐥 𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐭𝐞 𝐡𝐧.' 𝒔𝒉𝒆 𝒔𝒂𝒊𝒅, 𝒂 𝒔𝒐𝒇𝒕 𝒔𝒎𝒊𝒍𝒆 𝒕𝒖𝒈𝒈𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒐𝒏 𝒉𝒆𝒓 𝒍𝒊𝒑𝒔. 𝑯𝒆 𝒔𝒎𝒊𝒍𝒆𝒅 𝒒𝒖𝒊𝒆𝒕𝒍𝒚 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒔𝒂𝒊𝒅, '𝐓𝐮𝐦 𝐤𝐚𝐥 𝐤𝐢 𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐤𝐲𝐮𝐧 𝐥𝐞 𝐫𝐚𝐡𝐢 𝐡𝐨?' --- ℎ𝑒 𝑛𝑒𝑣𝑒𝑟 𝑠𝑎𝑖𝑑 '𝐊𝐚𝐥 𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐭𝐞 𝐡𝐧.' 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑛𝑜𝑤 𝐼 𝑢𝑛𝑑𝑒𝑟𝑠𝑡𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑤ℎ𝑦 - 𝐼𝑟𝑎 --- 𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐮𝐧𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬, 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐲... 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐰𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦 𝐭𝐨. --- 𝐃𝐞𝐡𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐧, 𝐤𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐚𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧, 𝐛𝐚𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐚𝐮𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐚𝐡𝐢 𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬. 𝐲𝐚𝐡𝐢 𝐭𝐡𝐢 𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡 𝐚𝐮𝐫 𝐢𝐫𝐚 𝐤𝐢 𝐤𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐢. - 𝑣𝑖𝑣𝑖.

"Whispers of a Wandering Wind" is a collection of tender, whimsical, and powerful one-shot stories where magic brushes against the ordinary. From magical shadows to enchanted teacups, each tale captures fleeting moments of wonder, change, and self-discovery. Blending fantasy with slice-of-life charm, these short stories remind us that even the gentlest wind can change the course of a heart because every breeze holds a story, and every story leaves something behind. Enjoy!

Fly fishing was something that her late husband, Harry Pell, loved to do. When Hadley's friend, Hobie Stricker, invites her to try for the Big One, she only has trout in mind. A dead body brings a lot of unwanted attention and a lot of unanswered questions, too. Her brother-in-law, Sheriff Bill Whittaker has sworn Hadley to secrecy. The newly elected mayor of Hope Rock County is giving the good sheriff a fit. There are rumors that he wants to clean house, especially at the local law enforcement's office. How can you not trust your younger sister with all that you know? How do you keep the peace in the family and keep Bill's trust? It seems you can't. At least, not without one big sister fight. To mend family fences and help heal Maury's hurt feelings, Hadley decides to take her little sister on a road trip. But this is not just any road trip. Hadley makes reservations at the VistaView Motor Court, a revamped and renovated resort built in the 1920s. She visits her local beauty shop for a trim before heading off, but when Lou Edna, proprietor of the Beauty Boutique, hears that she and Maury are planning to hightail it out of town, the beautician insists she must accompany the pair. It's going to take a lot of fast talking to smooth this out with Maury. There is mystery surrounding the VistaView, and it's been decades in the making. The answers are there, but will Hadley be clever enough to pick up on the clues? Will she live to tell what she has uncovered? Will they lock her away in an insane asylum if she does? Join these ladies as they embark on another wacky mountain mystery. The Hadley Pell Cozy Mystery Series: 1. Nobody's Sorry You're Dead 2. Nobody Knows Your Secret 3. Nobody Can Say It's You 4. Nobody's Fool Y'all 5. Nobody Says It's Easy

"Sugar & Shelves" is a sweet, feel-good romance set in the small, coastal town of Rosewood Bay. Sophie Bennett is a fun-loving, slightly clumsy baker who's been burned by love in the past. She's focused on making her bakery a success, but her heart? That's been on pause. Then there's Ethan Clarke, the reserved owner of a local bookstore. He's all about quiet mornings with a good book, and he's not exactly looking for romance-until he finds himself drawn to Sophie's cupcakes and her even sweeter personality. When Sophie and Ethan team up for a book-and-bake event, things get unexpectedly personal. As they bond over frosting and books, they start to realize there's more between them than they bargained for. But with both of them holding on to old hurts, they'll have to learn to trust their hearts again before they miss their chance at something real. "Sugar & Shelves" is a heartwarming story about second chances, finding love in unexpected places, and realizing that sometimes the best things in life are the ones you didn't plan for.

"စကားလုံးတွေနဲ့ ဖော်ပြဖို့ မလိုဘူးထင်တယ်‌နော်။"🤫 🌈🌲" ဒီကမ္ဘာငယ်လေးက မင်းကို ဘာတွေဖွင့်လှစ်ပြသမလဲဆိုတာ မင်းကိုယ်တိုင်စူးစမ်းလိုက်ပါ။"💜🍁

didn't want to be saved. I just wanted the world to stop for a while." After a quiet breakdown no one really noticed, 18-year-old Mira is sent to a sleepy town to stay with her aunt - who owns a crumbling bookstore. She expects silence. Emptiness. Nothingness. She doesn't expect Eli. The boy who speaks in poetry and pain. The boy who offers her tea instead of advice. The boy who never tries to fix her. This is a story about being seen. About quiet healing. And about a soft kind of love that waits for you in the dark. A slow-burn comfort romance for anyone who's ever felt like too much... or not enough.

Lila never expected to inherit a tiny cottage in Maplewood... or to run straight into Wyatt Cole, the grumpiest handyman in town. Between renovations, small-town gossip, and a little undeniable chemistry, Lila quickly learns that love might be the one thing even Wyatt can't resist.