Self-discovery storie

A genetically unique but emotionally lost teenager must figure out who she is within her mixed-up, warring world of Shifters and Wolfstalkers. ***** It wasn't Maddie's choice to be born a half-breed, half Shifter, half Wolfstalker -- a hunter of Shifters -- and it wasn't her choice to keep her identity a secret. But after trying to attend high school like any normal sixteen-year-old, things quickly spiral south when her Stalker uncle finds out about her and catapults her out of anonymity and into the awareness--or possibly the crosshairs--of The Order of the Wolfstalker. Maddie must think fast and figure out a way to keep herself and her family safe, or risk losing everything. Including her life. [[word count: 70,000-80,000 words]]

Celeste longs to understand who she really is, and not just who society has told her she is. She knows there's more to her than just being a miner, but it wasn't until she discovered she had a special power that she truly believed it. Befriending an unlikely duo leads to a quest of discovery, and not just regarding identity. Long buried secrets threaten to unravel everything they believed to be true. A story of self-discovery, friendship, and betrayal turns into an outcome that will forever change who they are.

Sizzling intimacy and a high dose of smut. Enough to make you wonder where this is heading? Take a breath. This story goes far beyond that. Yes, there is a hell lot of cute romance. Butterflies, a second chance at love, and soft moments that make your heart feel full. Beyond the romance, it dives into emotional intelligence, a beautiful chosen sibling bond, friendships and family, quiet faith, healthy relationships, and the realities of career and life. This story feels like watching your comfort movie again and again. Familiar. Warm. Safe. It explores the meaning of relationships without glorifying toxicity. Romance that makes sense. Emotions that feel real. Logic that does not kill love. Scenes you suddenly remember and smile. Expect everything from this book. It will not disappoint. Presenting to you, 𝑭𝒆𝒍𝒕 𝑳𝒊𝒌𝒆 𝑯𝒐𝒎𝒆 🦋 by 𝐆𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐲 🌼✍️

She trusted her with everything. That was her first mistake. Mara Bennett thought she knew heartbreak until the day she discovered her husband wasn't just unfaithful. He was sleeping with the one person she trusted more than anyone: her best friend since childhood, Celeste. For three years, Celeste held Mara while she cried about her crumbling marriage. She listened to every fear, every suspicion, every moment of doubt and then walked straight into the arms of Mara's husband, bringing those secrets with her like twisted pillow talk. But this isn't just a story about betrayal. It's about a woman who refused to break. As Mara unravels the lies and discovers just how deep the deception runs, she must decide: Does she let this destroy her or does she rebuild herself into someone they'll never see coming? Because when trust shatters, revenge doesn't always look like fire and fury. Sometimes, it looks like a woman who finally learns her own worth. A gripping, emotional psychological drama about friendship, betrayal, and the quiet strength it takes to walk away from everything you thought you knew.

UPDATES EVERY THURSDAY, SATURDAY, & MONDAY. Addie Collins never meant to compete for a crown. A broke photographer. A reckless decision. A royal dating competition she never expected to win. Prince Casimir isn't the man the world thinks he is, and falling for him might cost Addie the life she loves. With rivals closing in and the spotlight burning hotter by the day, she must choose between the crown everyone wants for her...or herself. Love, lies, and a race where the finish line changes everything.

❝Living in the White House was like skinny dipping in a goldfish bowl.❞ Based on the musical that never happened. #11 in #selfdiscovery (03/05/2026) #78 in #teen (03/02/2026) #101 in #teen (03/09/2026) #156 in #teen (03/03/2026)

Same book but alternate cover. Want to be a social media sensation? Jessica's life changes forever after a mysterious bite turns her into Shewolf. Powerful, unpredictable, and suddenly she's gone viral. As her supernatural abilities grow, so does her online fame, catching the attention of the Hand of Influence, eager to control her new identity. While the world watches her every move, Jessica must fight to stay true to herself. With help from her friends and family, she begins uncovering the truth behind her transformation before the Hand of Influence can twist her into their manufactured icon. Her journey is only beginning, because when you're a Shewolf, the world isn't just watching.... it's waiting.

What if the voice inside your head... wasn't yours? Maya Miyamoto sees spirits. She always has. But seeing ghosts is the easy part. Surviving your own self-doubt? That's harder. When a solar eclipse darkens Amsterdam, Maya's world begins to crack open. A demon attacks her. A stranger saves her. And a mysterious invitation arrives to a student residence in Leiden called The House of El. A place that isn't just a boarding house. And isn't just a school. Behind its doors are students from across Europe-some bearing angelic spirits, some who don't even believe in God, and some who are far more dangerous than they appear. They wear enchanted bracelets. They train in angelic magic. They play Arcane Football and wage wars no human sees. And somewhere in the shadows, something in a suit is watching Maya. Demons are growing stronger. Possession is becoming easier. And Maya's gift may be the very thing attracting them. As she struggles with family expectations, self-worth, and feelings she never asked for, she must decide: Will she let the darkness define her? Or will she learn what it truly means to love- not just others, but herself? Because in the House of El, everyone has a role. And some roles were written long before you were born.

Lexi has always been the responsible one. As the firstborn in her family, she carries the weight of expectation with quiet determination. Sent to boarding school far from her parents' farmhouse, she vows to focus on her studies and make her family proud. But first love arrives unexpectedly. Sweet, thrilling and dangerous. From secret romances to painful betrayal, from humiliation that shakes her confidence to a slow-burn university relationship that challenges her heart, Lexi must confront the difference between loving someone and losing herself. In a journey filled with longing, mistakes, and hard lessons, she discovers that sometimes the greatest love story is the one where you choose your own worth. A heartfelt coming-of-age novel about love, trust, family and becoming the woman you're meant to be.

Valerie Reynolds has built her life on control. Married at eighteen to her childhood best friend. A cornerstone of the USWNT. Disciplined. Private. Untouchable. Her image is flawless. What no one knows - not the media, not her fans, not even most of her teammates - is that she has a husband. Only their families and a handful of her closest friends are aware of the marriage she keeps carefully out of the public eye. No pictures. No interviews. No ring on display. When FC Barcelona offers her a contract, Val doesn't just see opportunity. She sees distance. An ocean between her and the expectations that have shaped her since she was eighteen - before she understood who she was, before she allowed herself to question what she wanted. Barcelona is supposed to be professional. Temporary. Controlled. Then she meets Mapi León. Fearless. Unapologetic. Alive. Mapi doesn't believe in half-truths or carefully constructed walls. She doesn't flinch when Val keeps her distance. She doesn't look away when Val's mask slips. And for the first time in years, someone sees through the name on her jersey - and into the woman beneath it. Val tells herself she can control it. The distance. The pull. The way her heart feels lighter around Mapi. Until her husband shows up unannounced - claiming Val as his wife in front of her entire team. And suddenly, the life Valerie Reynolds built begins to crack. Because Mapi doesn't make her feel safe. She makes her feel alive. And for the first time, Val has to decide: Stay loyal to the life she chose at eighteen. Or finally choose herself.

Devastating Gratification" is a poignant exploration of a student's struggle with identity and belonging within the rigid walls of school life. The story delves into the emotional turbulence of adolescence, highlighting the clash between personal desires and societal expectations. As the protagonist navigates friendships, academic pressures, and the subtle judgments of peers and teachers, they grapple with the painful realization that seeking approval often comes at the cost of authenticity. Through introspection and small, telling moments, the narrative captures the bittersweet tension between the temporary satisfaction of external validation and the deeper, sometimes painful, journey toward self-understanding.

Same book but alternate cover. Want to be a social media sensation? Jessica's life changes forever after a mysterious bite turns her into Shewolf. Powerful, unpredictable, and suddenly she's gone viral. As her supernatural abilities grow, so does her online fame, catching the attention of the Hand of Influence, eager to control her new identity. While the world watches her every move, Jessica must fight to stay true to herself. With help from her friends and family, she begins uncovering the truth behind her transformation before the Hand of Influence can twist her into their manufactured icon. Her journey is only beginning, because when you're a Shewolf, the world isn't just watching.... it's waiting.

An ordinary guy, even less than ordinary, decides to take his life after all the failures but instead he finds himself in a mysterious World surrounded by threats and magical creatures.. And maybe, just maybe... this world has a way of showing him who he really is. Will he survive??

Same book but alternate cover. Want to be a social media sensation? Jessica's life changes forever after a mysterious bite turns her into Shewolf. Powerful, unpredictable, and suddenly she's gone viral. As her supernatural abilities grow, so does her online fame, catching the attention of the Hand of Influence, eager to control her new identity. While the world watches her every move, Jessica must fight to stay true to herself. With help from her friends and family, she begins uncovering the truth behind her transformation before the Hand of Influence can twist her into their manufactured icon. Her journey is only beginning, because when you're a Shewolf, the world isn't just watching.... it's waiting.

a girl named Ava- Marie Carr, a 19 year old freshman college student from a small Canadian town in British Columbia now attending UCLA for architecture. She was known as a player throughout high school dating anyone, bullying others, it helped with her borderline to feel loved. But now an old friend of hers is getting married in Vegas and is a bridesmaid and on the night before the wedding she suddenly cant sleep and for the rest of the night she truly finds her real self in this liminal space psychological thriller

Almira and Preston have been broken up since their high school days. What once felt like forever ended in misunderstandings, pride, and dreams that pulled them in different directions. They haven't spoken in years no calls, no messages, just silence and memories they both tried to outgrow. Now in college, Almira is focused on rebuilding herself and chasing the future she once planned alone. But everything changes the day she walks into her classroom and sees a familiar face sitting just a few seats away. Preston. Five years after their breakup, fate places them in the same university and in the same class. The feelings they buried resurface, along with unanswered questions and unfinished promises. As they're forced to work together and see each other every day, old sparks begin to flicker. But can love that once broke them find its way back? Or will history repeat itself? Maybe this time, things will be different. ROMANCE | DRAMA

Two weeks on the road with his best friend sounded like the perfect summer-until Sam realized some feelings are harder to ignore when you're stuck in a car together. After his mother left him and barely graduating, Sam's best friend Tom shows up with a plan for a summer road trip. While they're getting ready to leave, Sam starts noticing a strange feeling he can't ignore whenever Tom is close. And once they finally hit the road, Sam realizes two weeks together might not be as simple as it sounded.

Skylar is just a regular boy-until his mother enrolls him in a mysterious "program" led by a college student named Riley. What starts as a reluctant promise quickly turns into a daring journey beyond his comfort zone. From painted nails to pink tops, from shopping trips to pleated skirts, Skylar is pushed to question everything he thought he knew about being a boy. At first, it's embarrassing. Then confusing. Then... strangely exciting. With each diary entry, Skylar uncovers parts of himself he never dared to explore. Is it just clothes-or something deeper shifting inside him? Riley insists it's about breaking barriers, not changing who he is. But when the mirror starts reflecting a version of himself he can't ignore, Skylar must decide what that means. Caught between fear, curiosity, and unexpected joy, his world begins to blur. This is a story about identity, courage, and discovering that sometimes the scariest step is simply being yourself.

This is my first story posted here. Hopefully not my last, we'll see how it goes. This story is based on two small moments from my own life. For the most part however it is made up. Friendship, a moment of courage, and loss lead to an important moment of self-discovery.

They left the mob behind. Normal life didn't get the memo. Luka wants a quiet senior year, Rico wants rules, and Dante wants chaos with plausible deniability. The only thing they all agree on? Staying low profile is harder when your instincts were built for war and your little brother keeps lighting the fuse. This is a reader-directed story, you get to help shape it, so jump in with me on the fun.