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Wheels Of Hope

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At forty-two, Lila Hartley feels as if the world has given up on her. Once an aspiring roller skater in her youth, life's responsibilities-career, family, and the daily grind-pushed her dreams aside. But a chance encounter with a group of passionate street skaters reawakens a spark inside her. Despite the harsh realities of aging, the weight of societal expectations, and a body that's no longer as nimble as it once was, Lila refuses to let go of her lifelong dream to become a competitive roller skater.

Her journey is fraught with challenges. Friends and family, including her skeptical daughter, worry that she's too old to chase such a reckless ambition. Meanwhile, the world of roller skating has changed dramatically, with younger, more talented skaters dominating the scene. But Lila's determination, resilience, and heart draw the attention of a disillusioned former champion, who sees potential in her yet struggles with his own ghosts from the past.

As Lila trains for an upcoming roller skating competition that could change her life, she must confront not only physical limits but also the emotional scars of self-doubt, loneliness, and the idea of never being enough. Will she prove to the world-and to herself-that age is no barrier to passion? Or will the weight of the years be too heavy for her to skate against?

"Wheels of Hope" is a tale of persistence, breaking free from self-imposed boundaries, and discovering that the path to success is never too late to take-no matter how many times you fall.All Rights Reserved

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Not So Perfect (West Coast College Book 4) by BeccaRuth_

tw's: cancer and chemo, loss of loved one due to car accident, loss of parent due to suicide, loss of parent due to cancer, descriptions of bad health care experiences, surgeries Tatum Williams has been through it all. She lost her Dad when she was just a kid before meeting her childhood sweetheart who tragically passed away years later, leaving her to deal with her cancer diagnosis by herself. Now, just over four years later, she's healthy and happy-ish, getting her first teaching job right out of school. But everything crumbles around her when she's diagnosed with cancer again, even more aggressive than the last. Mike Nolan is having trouble getting back out onto the ice. After dealing with a head injury that took him out for over a month, Mike can barely tie his skates up without panicking. Worried he'll never be able to play again, Mike reaches out to Tatum, retired World Champion figure skater for help to get back out there. Learning she's dealing with her recent diagnosis, Mike offers to come support her during chemo while she helps him get his confidence back. Not wanting to do this alone for the second time, Tatum agrees. With this new arrangement, both of them battle many fears, unknowingly healing each other's scars. But when feelings get involve, will Tatum be able to let go of her past and will Mike finally start believing that love does in fact actually exist?

Forward Gliding (COMPLETED) by Shumaimoon

When a fatal accident claimed their father's life eleven years ago, the Marsden family fell apart. What was once a happy and noisy family transformed into a quiet, reserved, and seemingly uncaring group of strangers forced to live together. With their mom off on an even longer business trip than usual, and the youngest of the family, Lila, starting her new college life, the siblings are finally forced to interact with each despite their anger and uncertainties. How will Lila glide forwards into this new pace of life with the pressures of living with her rude and dismissive older brothers, building her ice skating career, AND dealing with the joys and problems that come with being a college freshman? Is there a chance to fix her broken family and discover where she really fits into adult life?

Running ✔️ [UNEDITED] by BlueStarrySky1

[Not been edited since 2020, re-uploaded in 2024 after an accidental takedown] Lila was always running. Running from what? Life, Being adopted, All sorts. Ever since she was a little toddler, life has never been easy. She can't remember the last time she hadn't run away from being fostered. She never had a stable home or a stable family. She never really liked staying in one place too long but the one thing that stayed the same was the feeling of loneliness and abandonment. She build her walls sky high, with only the chosen few able to slip past. But even they couldn't go too far. She was always known as the 'Silent Girl' the one who no one goes near unless they wanted to go missing. People at her school believe she's a part of the most dangerous gangs The Vipers. They're not far from the truth. What happens when she learns of her unknown family? The same as her, They all aren't innocent and have secrets of their own they're purposely hiding.

Ice Me Out [SAMPLE] by anboyden

**This is a sample of my ongoing story "Ice Me Out". The story continues on Inkitt! The link is in my bio!** Vera Gray is desperate when her father blindsides her with the news that he cannot make her upcoming tuition payment. She has only a week to come up with $25,000 for her tuition, or she will be forced to drop her courses. Just when all hope seems lost, her roommate and best friend, Monica, suggests she join a sugar baby site called Sugar Rush. Although Vera is initially repulsed by the idea of becoming a sugar baby, she sets aside her reservations with Monica's encouragement and decides to sign up for the app. Hart Myers, star forward for the Washington Wizards, may be smooth on the ice, but he struggles in his relationships with women. His demanding ice hockey career keeps him on the road for several months each year-not ideal for a man nicknamed 'Hartbreak,' who has difficulty with commitment. Despite this, Hart often feels lonely while traveling, especially when his teammates are with their partners. Seeking a connection without emotional ties, he joins Sugar Rush, hoping to find a stable situationship. When he discovers Vera's profile, he is intrigued. She appears confident and knows exactly what she wants: a sugar daddy who will leave his feelings behind and provide her with financial support. It doesn't take long for these opposites to attract, leading to broken rules as their steamy relationship becomes public. However, Vera soon learns that being a WAG isn't as glamorous as it seems. She faces challenges like jealous puck bunnies, relentless social media attention that threatens to expose her secret identity, shady teammates, and jealousy.

Goal!: The Next Chapter! by Red_Knight_052

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Fluke of Fate by nishidha

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HOPE IS A GENTLE FLICKER by WhatsWithinMe

‹‹Once upon a time, there was a special child who never aged. To protect it from harm, I hid it within myself, until one day I forgot it was there.›› Adele and Nina, two inseparable sisters, once believed their family was an unbreakable fortress - a safe place where happiness felt eternal. But in a heartbeat, that safety shatters, and their world is forever changed. Their father, their stedfast anchor, has disappeared without a word. The man who once loved them has moved on, leaving them behind. What they don't know is that their world has been turned upside down, and the reality they know is built on lies. For years, they will navigate life under this shadow, viewing their existence through a lens distorted by someone else's deceit, bearing the immense pain of betrayal. But breaking free from this fictitious world isn't easy, for it demands confronting an even harsher truth: the person behind the deception is the one they hold most dear. "Hope is a Gentle Flicker" is a story that explores the fragile dynamics of blended families, the weight of unspoken emotions, and the ways love can become entangled in misunderstandings and hurt. But maybe, amidst the darkness, there may still exist a light - a delicate, flickering light that refuses to be extinguished. A love that, though unspoken, persists, quietly illuminating their path. *** This book is a memoir based on real events from my life. Thank you for joining me on this journey.

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