Movingabroad Stories

At nineteen, Abigail Carter leaves the rolling hills of eastern Kentucky behind when her family accepts a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to begin again in England. Everything is different. The history. The traditions. The weather. Even the way people speak. While struggling to build a new life, Abby accidentally meets Thomas Ashford, a disciplined young man serving in the King's Guard. Their worlds couldn't be more different-she's outspoken, stubborn, and raised on Southern hospitality, while Thomas is reserved, duty-bound, and sworn to put the Crown before himself. As friendship blossoms into love, life refuses to make things easy. Family emergencies pull Abby back to Kentucky. Royal duties keep Thomas in London. Public attention threatens their privacy. Cultural misunderstandings test their relationship. Career dreams clash with impossible choices. Sometimes love isn't defeated by villains... Sometimes it's challenged by real life. Together they'll discover that the strongest romances aren't built during perfect moments-but through sacrifice, forgiveness, and choosing each other every single day.

She didn't fail. She paused. A girl with unfinished dreams leaves home, crosses an ocean, and finds herself in a place where nobody knows her story. Carrying doubt, faith, and unanswered questions, she must learn how to rebuild without starting over. Still Walking is a raw and honest story about starting over, questioning everything, and finding strength in the quiet moments. It's about believing in yourself when life doesn't go as planned, holding onto faith while wrestling with doubt, and choosing to keep going even when the path feels uncertain. This story is for anyone who has ever felt stuck between who they were and who they're becoming. For anyone who moved, changed, stumbled, and refused to give up. Her journey isn't perfect. Her story isn't finished. But she's still walking.

"The Storm" is the first chapter of a story about a young woman who steps out of her comfort zone and into an unfamiliar world. After leaving everything behind in South Africa, she arrives in Florida, expecting adventure but finding only confusion, loneliness, and doubt. As she navigates the challenges of a new life, strange roommates, and the harsh realities of living far from home, she must find the strength to persevere. Will she sink or swim in this storm of emotions and uncertainty?

She thought she had everything planned. A prestigious internship. Long days in a modern office. The quiet certainty that if she worked hard enough, her life would follow the path she had carefully designed. But life rarely follows a plan. When she begins her internship in a demanding corporate environment, she quickly realizes that the real world is far more complicated than university ever prepared her for. Between endless workdays, difficult decisions, and the pressure to prove herself, she finds herself questioning everything she thought she wanted - her career, her ambitions, even the future she imagined for herself. And then there is him. Confident, composed, and impossible to ignore, he appears in her life at the exact moment when everything starts to feel uncertain. What begins as a simple encounter slowly turns into something much more complicated, blurring the line between professional boundaries and personal choices. As doubts grow and new opportunities appear, she must confront the most difficult question of all: What if the life she planned isn't the life she truly wants? A story about internships, unexpected connections, difficult choices, and the courage to change your life when nothing feels certain anymore.

a retelling of the life of MIKAIL who unfortunately did not survive but if he did this would be his destiny.

Southern Belle Princess Blurb Adeline had long given up on finding another to fill the void in her heart caused by her pending divorce. Long stopped hearing the sadness of her soul. With her ex-husband gone and not providing the legal divorce; as well as knowing that it currently didn't matter, but one day would, she moved on with her life. Focusing solely on her two teenage children to make her feel whole. She had decided to travel the world once they were old enough to go it on their own. She would see the world. One day she was offered a position she couldn't refuse and got the chance to travel to England. The restoration of Bodiam Castle, in East Sussex, was a dream come true. The castle, built in 1385 by Sir Edward Dalyngrigge, was in desperate need of repair to then become a wonderful museum to attract tourists. She never knew how much her life could change upon taking this position. Charles seen her on his approach to Bodiam Castle standing in one of the forward windows in the right tower. Her beautiful auburn hair catching the wind out of the castle window. She looked lost in the view with a thoughtful smile upon her face. Even from where he stood, he could tell this was the American southern belle that was hired to help turn this castle into a thriving tourist venture. Why his company felt the need to hire an American to do so was beyond him. However, he would give her the benefit of the doubt. Seeing her submission, however romantic in nature, seemed very appealing and would probably draw the crowds in from all around. Catching himself daydreaming, he stepped inside quickly. Time to meet this Southern Belle. Little did he know that this Southern belle would turn his world upside down. In a very short time, he would go from single widow to a married man with two teenagers. His Duke status would raise to prince and she would become the Southern Belle princess, forever changing their lives and winning everyone's hearts.

She was once cheerful, beautiful, and loved by everyone at school. But everything changed in an instant - her mother's death shattered her world, and her father, drowning in sorrow, turned to alcohol. People turned away, former friends whispered behind her back, and the girl who used to shine was left in complete darkness. In the hope of starting fresh, she moves to America. There, far from her past, a new life awaits - a new family, and a job in a cozy little diner, where the warmth of the grandmotherly owner speaks louder than words. But the past doesn't let go... And after a year, she returns - to face her father... and the girl she used to be.

A heartfelt, personal journey of an Iranian PhD student at Sunway University who brings his wife and child to Malaysia using the Dependent Pass (Malaysia Dependent Visa). This story shares the emotional highs and lows, required documents, visa process, and lessons learned - perfect for anyone planning to bring their family to Malaysia for studies or work.

Valeria's world changes forever when her parents move her from Los Angeles to Spain, leaving behind her friends and the one person who always understood her-Adrian. In a new country, she finds friendship, love, and success through roller skating, but also discovers secrets her parents kept hidden. With a past she never knew about, two hearts fighting for hers, and truths waiting to be revealed, Valeria must uncover who she really is before her entire world falls apart.

"Some chapters of life don't need answers. They just need time." Between Pauses is a heartfelt memoir about finding yourself in the quiet, in the music, in the moments that make life feel both overwhelming and beautiful. From the bustling streets of Mumbai to the sunlit corners of Adelaide, JB shares personal struggles, first victories, and the journey of starting over in a new country. Through music, favorite films, and honest reflections, this memoir reminds readers that it's okay to pause, it's okay to doubt, and it's okay to rest without disappearing. If you've ever felt lost, unsure, or quietly overwhelmed, Between Pauses is for you-a gentle companion for your moments of reflection and self-discovery.

When Mileah and Jayden first meet, their connection is instant and unforgettable. But one night can only hold so much, and just as quickly as they find each other, life pulls them apart. When fate intervenes and their paths cross again. A love that feels inevitable follows, but not without its complications. Beneath the surface of passion lies uncertainty, and as emotions deepen, so do the questions. In a story about longing, choices, and the fragile beauty of second chances, Mileah and Jayden must face the reality that not everything broken can be fixed. Now, they must confront the truth: Can love truly conquer all? Will they find their way back to each other again, or has the damage gone too far? And if they do, will their love ever be the same? Sometimes, love doesn't live in the beginning or the end, but in everything that happens along the way. What happens between two hearts can change everything, even with the universe against it. BASED ON A REAL STORY

''When I was eleven, my dad told me we were moving to the Netherlands for three years. I didn't speak English. I didn't want to leave Zaragoza. What started as a scary move turned into a crazy story full of new friends, gossip, heartbreak, and one girl who changed everything."

I thought I was saving her by leaving, but I was only breaking my own heart. The regret that will never be forgotten. Based on true story of the author.

Liare Suarez or (Lia) never ever was planning to leave the Philippines. But when her Parents and older Siblings decide to move to South Korea, 14-year-old Lia is forced to leave the only girl who truly knew who she was. Now she's between airports, teary phone calls, Borders, Lovers and trying to find her place in a unfamiliar place. All she has is a crochet bag full of poems, a phone case that was gifted to her, and the hope about if she would still be loved .

Is love ever enough? Is it okay to drag people in your mess in the name of love? Is it okay to prioritize your dreams over love? Is it okay to give up on love, when you have been hurt too many times? And the most important question, is there any correct or incorrect answers to these questions or there are just opinions? Read the book to find out.

Jamie Turner never asked for change. At sixteen, he's got a solid group of mates, Saturday football, and his GCSEs coming up - the usual routine in Norwich. So when his parents tell him they're going on a "family holiday" to California during school time, he doesn't think much of it. A week in the sun before exams? Sounds perfect. But halfway through the trip, Jamie overhears something he was never meant to hear his parents aren't just visiting. They're moving. After his GCSEs, his whole life will be uprooted. His school, his mates, his club, all gone. As the reality sinks in, Jamie finds himself torn between two worlds: the familiar grey skies of home and the blinding brightness of a new life he never asked for. Along the way, he meets people who challenge him, frustrate him, and change him and begins to wonder if starting over might not be the end of the world after all. Funny, heartfelt, and deeply real, Mate: The Holiday is the first chapter in Jamie's journey across continents - a story about growing up, saying goodbye, and finding out what "home" really means.

She leaves with one suitcase and a heart full of questions. When a woman decides to move to France, she isn't running away from her life - she is finally listening to it. Leaving her family behind forces her to face love, guilt, freedom and the quiet fear of starting over where no one knows her name. In a foreign land of sunlit mornings and unfamiliar streets, she must learn how to stand alone, redefine who she is, and discover whether choosing herself means losing the people she loves most. This is a story about courage that doesn't shout, love that stretches across distance, and the fragile, powerful moment when a woman dares to begin again.

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The Girl Who Crossed the Sea Leaving home was supposed to be the hardest part... but I was wrong. I left my island with dreams of creating a better life for myself. I thought a new place, a new job, and a fresh start would make everything easier. But nobody tells you how hard it is to start over somewhere new. Between long days, missing home, trying to save money, learning who to trust, and figuring out what I really want in life, I started to realize that growing up doesn't happen overnight. And then I met someone who changed everything. This is the story of a girl who left home, faced challenges, found love, and discovered that becoming the person you want to be takes courage.

Binta Imani left everything she knew behind for a new life in a different world. But nothing could have prepared her for the test that followed. Between Zayn, who understands her faith without explanation... And Joshua, who makes her heart feel things she can't ignore... Binta finds herself caught in a battle she never chose. Because sometimes, the hardest choices aren't between right and wrong- But between what feels right... and what is right. Will she follow her heart, or stay true to her faith?