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79 Stories

  • Undercurrent by PWilliam214
    PWilliam214
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    ❓ How far would you run to escape a life that isn't yours? ❓ Can you truly build a future when you're still hiding behind the armor of your past? ❓ When family expectations and real love collide... what are you willing to sacrifice?
  • RV Tips by RVOddCouple
    RVOddCouple
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      Reads 6
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      Parts 1
    RV hacks that will make you a happier camper by making your RV trip and RV life easier.
  • Run by sarajones337
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    *CURRENTLY UPDATING* After her boyfriend of 2 years cheats on her with her best friend, Emma decides it's time to get away. She has many strange adventures with new friends. But what happens if she decides to go back?
  • The Route To Nowhere by worksby_iahH
    worksby_iahH
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    Hazel Sherman's parents would describe her as nomadic-their way of saying she's a failure. And now as she's found herself living in her van near the Gulf of Mexico, she can't help but think they were right. At twenty-five, she knows herself no better than she did at twenty-one; switching her major from psychology to art. Or eighteen; fighting with her parents on whether or not she'd go to college. Excelling at this job was a necessity. But that was kind of hard to do when her SA (senior advisor) Otis Walter, made it his personal mission to crush her spirit at every chance he could. Otis Walter wasn't always known for his rough personality-having crappy parents would do that to you. He's finally got to a place in his life that he's comfortable with...or so he thought, because Hazel Sherman, the girl in the yellow van, shows up out of nowhere, seeming to challenge his every word. He worked hard for his position. Dedicated his entire youth to it unlike Sherman, who he learns has never dedicated herself to anything for too long. Any yet, despite his criticism she still stays.
  • DIY Camper Van Conversion: A Step-by-Step Guide to Transforming Your Van by gotourgether
    gotourgether
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    Transforming a regular van into a comfortable, customized camper is a gratifying project that can open up a world of adventure and freedom. Whether you're looking to hit the open road for extended trips or create a cozy home-on-wheels for weekend getaways, a DIY camper van conversion is an innovative, cost-effective solution. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the essential steps to turn your ordinary van into an extraordinary mobile oasis. Professional Camper Van Conversion Services: When to Hire the Experts Investing in a professional camper van conversion can be a game-changer for your adventurous lifestyle. While DIY projects may seem tempting, entrusting your van's transformation to experienced specialists can unlock a world of benefits that make the cost well worth it. From maximizing your van's functionality to ensuring top-notch safety and quality, professional conversion services are an intelligent choice for discerning campers who demand the best. Don't settle for anything less than a meticulously crafted, tailor-made camper van that will elevate your outdoor experiences to new heights. Embrace the convenience and peace of mind of hiring the experts and embark on your next great adventure in style and comfort. Maximizing Space and Functionality: Clever Camper Van Conversion Ideas Making the most of every inch of space is critical in camper van conversions. With the right design approach and creative thinking, you can transform a standard van into a cozy, functional home-on-wheel that meets all your adventure needs. In this blog post, we'll explore some clever camper van conversion ideas to help you maximize both space and functionality.
  • World Wide by Hannah618415
    Hannah618415
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    April wants to travel. She always has. After a dark point in her life and a strike of luck, she finally can. As she tours around the America, she not only discovers new people and new friends but she also discovers herself. *this story is set in America but I'm British so sorry if I get some words wrong (and I'm not great at geography so I might not include many names of states) This is my first "novel". Hope you enjoy! :) ⚠️WARNING⚠️ explicit/ adult language
  • Running away with Me by cookie16160000
    cookie16160000
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    Hiiiiii I'm newwww :) so in this story y/n will run away with bella aka meee slayyy also I am still slowly working on this also this is going to be "y/n x Bella aka me" So background info about "u&me" so y/n is female so am i : ) and both of them like eachother but they don't realize that the other person likes them : )
  • 22 DAYS LIVING IN A VAN by RealMariaStars
    RealMariaStars
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      Parts 5
    True story of what happened to me, what I learned, my job, etc. living in a van.
  • The Road to California by ElleWrites42
    ElleWrites42
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      Reads 4
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      Parts 1
    Despite her parents opinions, high-school graduate Ava Rose Montgomery begins her trip to California. Alone, in her rundown van, she travels across the United States. She quickly realizes the journey is more difficult than she once expected. Will she make it to her destination, or prove that her parents were right all along?
  • [RED SEAL] FROZEN APOCALYPSE 🌌 Space Power & RV Survival: A Sci-Fi Romance by RedSeal_Official
    RedSeal_Official
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      Parts 6
    Starting as a romantic ASMR adventure in the RV Camper Van of the Japanese couple Yui and Leo, along with their cat Nabi. But everything changes in Chapter 4: a prophecy about the Frozen Apocalypse and the sudden emergence of a Space Inventory power. This series is a challenging survival journey, focusing on resource gathering, cooking, and enjoying safety. Relax with the sounds of rain on the roof and stories of hope.
  • 100 Reasons To Stay by graceneverwokeup
    graceneverwokeup
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    {~Nobody tells you how to be an adult, and nobody certainly tells you how to want to be alive...After a failed attempt, Grace is desperate for a sign to want to live again. On the other side of the country Oli thinks he can be the one to do this. Eventually coming up with 100 reasons to stay, the only condition being she has to be here for all of them before making her mind up. Travelling around the country in a tiny van, and exploring their way through adulthood, a pandemic and love would change everything, but will it be enough to to stay?~} 16+ TW: contains mention of suicide and scenes involving sex Note from author: This is my first time publishing anything I've written! I hope you love it as much as I've enjoyed writing it, this is based on my own story (with some strategic name changes and it is what has kept me writing and around, I hope you find something in it that helps you too Xoxo
  • Halfway to Home by chr0nicallyst0ned
    chr0nicallyst0ned
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    On tour, time doesn't move the way it's supposed to - but at first, that feels like freedom. When Lyra Everylyn leaves Toronto to join her band on a cross-border summer tour, everything feels new and electric. Early mornings come with foggy beaches and hot coffee, nights stretch long past venue curfews, and the bus hums with the quiet thrill of finally going somewhere. The world feels bigger. Possibility feels close enough to touch. Surrounded by her bandmates - equal parts family and friction - Lyra moves through the tour with open eyes, collecting the small, perfect moments: unfamiliar cities, shared laughter, music played too loud. Meals blur and pass unnoticed, days are shaped by movement instead of routine, and hunger feels easier to ignore when there's always somewhere else to be. Even so, part of her stays quietly tethered to home - to late-night messages, familiar routines, and Miles, steady and grounding, back in Toronto, whose life has always been on wheels - not by choice, not by novelty, but as a fact she's known since they were kids. And then there's Daniel - magnetic, reckless, impossible to ignore - offering a connection that feels weightless, immediate, alive. As the tour stretches on, the glow begins to thin. Lyra is forced to notice the quiet costs of momentum - the way her body keeps score even when her mind refuses to, the comfort she finds in control, and the difference between being wanted and being safe. Some moments feel infinite. Others slip through her fingers. And beneath it all is the realization that becoming someone new doesn't always feel like growth - sometimes it feels like disappearance. This is an intimate story about music, movement, and the spaces between people - about desire and restraint, about chasing intensity, and about learning when excitement turns into something that asks for more than you can.
  • RV Blogs - Full Time Travel Trailer Blogs By RV Odd Couple by RVOddCouple
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    RV blogs on RV living, RV products, RV park reviews, etc. A list of full time travel trailer blogs that will help you to learn more about RV life.
  • Georgie- A Supernatural Fanfic Meets the #Buslife Movement  by ThePatriotAngel
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    *** Georgiana, known as Georgie to her friends, lives full time in her converted school bus, Christopher. She drives across North America fighting the paranormal. She saves the Winchester brothers' asses during a hunt one evening but gets injured while doing it. Sam and Dean have to take care of this girl for a little bit and get a glimpse into her life in her bus. How can she do the job of a hunter, but still maintain a positive, bohemian lifestyle? This story includes injuries, pain, holistic healing, essential oils, veganism, lots of smoothies, alcohol for the boys, hidden lifestyles, hidden weapons in the bus, nomadic lifestyles, overprotective older brothers, healthy food, Dean being disgusted by healthy food, Sam *loving it. LIFESTYLE CLASHING.
  • Between Then & Now || Currently Editing for Wattys 2022 by damian_drue
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    Ola Murphy is tired of shitty men in her life-and she's tired of being hung up on shitty men. After her dog dies, her apartment floods, and she discovers that her boyfriend is cheating on her with her best friend, Ola finds herself stuck at her cousin's townhome with absolutely no direction as to what she should do after college graduation and no desire to find one. When an ad for a renovated tiny home van falls into her life, though, that all changes. On a shotgun road trip across the U.S., Ola starts a journey to independence, searching for what she hopes to be the feminist manifesto of documentaries. She goes cliff jumping, stays up all night to see the sunrise with a man she just met, and, even when a tire blows out, finds pride in her growing independence. But, after an old family figure suddenly walks back into her life with devastating news, Ola begins to learn that you can only outrun your problems for so long before there's nowhere left to run-or hide. And she is forced to discover her own meaning of feminism and independence.
  • Transform Your Van, Transform Your Journey! by aVankea
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    Looking to elevate your vanlife? Vankea offers premium van conversion solutions that seamlessly blend style, functionality, and durability to help you create the ultimate mobile living experience. Whether you're embarking on a weekend getaway or a full-time off-grid adventure, our innovative products are designed to turn your van into a cozy, high-performance home on wheels. At Vankea, we understand that every inch of your van matters. Our comprehensive range of conversion products includes versatile swivel tables that adapt effortlessly to your changing needs, sleek and durable aluminum bathrooms that combine modern aesthetics with practicality, custom cabinets engineered for maximum storage efficiency, and countertop extensions that offer additional workspace without compromising precious space. Each element is thoughtfully crafted to not only enhance your van's interior but also provide lasting reliability on the road. To know more visit www.vankea.com
  • Bohemian's Arcana by PROXAK
    PROXAK
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    ✨ Some fortunes aren't told - they're lived ✨ Sage Rainbow Finch (yes, that's his legal name) thought he had his bohemian life figured out. Living in his fairy-light-draped Airstream, coding websites between yoga sessions, and sharing his vintage trailer park with a collection of quirky neighbors - it was everything a modern hippie could want. Until the day he walks into a metaphysical bookshop and receives a tarot reading that turns his world upside down. "For the next 22 days," says the mysterious Madame Lumina, "you will live each card of the Major Arcana." Sage laughs it off as another crystal-shop prophecy... until he wakes up the next morning literally embodying The Fool, with his succulents somehow rearranging themselves to point him toward adventure. As each new day brings another card to life, Sage finds himself teaching coding in handstands, attending spontaneous beach drum circles, and discovering that his rescue cat Karma might be more than just a regular feline. With a cast of characters including a kombucha-brewing artist, a crypto-trading meditation teacher, and a CEO who forages mushrooms from his tiny house, this magical realism adventure asks: What happens when ancient tarot wisdom crashes into modern hipster living? Join Sage on his 22-day journey through the Major Arcana, where each card brings lessons wrapped in incense smoke, tech startups, veganism, and just a touch of patchouli. 🌙 Updates every Monday and Thursday ⭐ Contains: Modern mysticism, found family, subtle romance, and a cat who definitely knows more than she's telling 📱 CW: Quarter-life crisis, occasional coffee shop pretension, and excessive use of crystals