Grown

From an awkward, insecure teen to a fully grown woman—she's come a long way. After everything she’s been through, she knows now that the cheap love of her past doesn’t define her worth. Her past may be messy, even painful, but just look at the woman she’s chosen to become: strong, beautiful, and unshakable. It’s hard for her to give love a second chance—especially after building walls so high. And then he said, "I know it’s too much to ask for a second chance. Deep down, I know how badly I hurt you. My heart aches every time I replay what I said, what I did. I wish I could take it all back. I know you're scared and hesitant—but please… let me in again."

"Do you really think I'd want you after you hurt, insulted, and humiliated me? You don't even like me!" "To mate with you, I do not need to like you." -----------‐------------------------------- Part of the Iron River series. Can be read as a standalone story. Nivia is destined to become the alpha of the Iron River pack, following in the footsteps of her mother, Alpha Aeryn, the first female alpha. She has been preparing for her role by dealing with a very cold and arrogant potential ally, Alpha Rutherford. They have only talked online and have grown to hate each other. Nivia's carefree nature and informal approach get on the proud British alpha's nerves. While Rutherford's arrogance and forced politeness drive Nivia crazy. When they finally meet at a party, Nivia finds herself mated to the Alpha with a heart of stone.

The young Amara had never imagined how life could change in the blink of an eye. Not until... her mother was murdered. Not until... her older sister lost her mind witnessing the horrific act. Not until... she was the only one who survived. Overwhelmed with anger and sorrow, she made a silent vow to make those responsible pay. Now that she’s grown, that promise still burns. And she’s ready... Ready to destroy the family that ruined hers. The Dela Vegas. And to bring down the family’s empire, she devises a bold and daring plan: make the family’s only son and heir fall in love with her. However, as she deceives them and tries to uncover the dark secrets hidden beneath their fancy exterior... Amara begins to question her own intentions. Will revenge truly bring her peace, or... will it consume her in the end?

In a land of werewolves where Lycans are their superior. The Lycans are five and they rule the lands ensuring peace. Among them, there is one known as Alpha Clause. Fay is a werewolf that has grown up hearing about the five Lycans, but she never thought that she would ever meet them, especially not the one that was known to be fierce in battle and strict. Alpha Clause. They can't seem to pull away from each other which means only one thing. Mates. Alpha Ross is a Lycan gone Rogue who is attacking the werewolves and trying to separate them, but will he succeed? Can they defeat him before he defeats them? Will Fay be able to be Luna while other shewolves are challenging her authority so that they can be with Alpha Clause? Can they really be together when so many obstacles keep coming between them or will they drift apart? Read to see what happens!

"Everytime I think about you, I feel like I'm burning." W-why?" "You know why." "But-" "I have this weird thoughts in my head. this naughty, dirty thoughts. About you." "V-Victor-" "So they real question is, what will I do, when I actually see you in person, Cilia?" ----- That becomes the life of Cilia Carpenter, a girl that lives with the biggest boyband of the world, Heathens. Being the only girl in the lives of seven grown men, Cilia has to navigate her life with caution, but it all goes up in flames when the seven boys fall head over heels for her at once, and a competition for her affection arises. But here's the catch. Cilia is dead. And that is her ghost they are in love with. So will this love really bloom? Will Cilia be able to hold back from creating a harem and resist their temptation? Or will Heathens lives blow up over their love for a ghost?

Jayde Clinton’s life has been a series of uphill battles since her father’s death. Struggling to support her mother and fend off ruthless loan sharks, she’s grown used to the feeling of desperation. But when her mother is taken as collateral for unpaid debts, Jayde makes a shocking deal: to impersonate Hattie Everett, a billionaire heiress who vanished days before her arranged marriage. Thrust into a world of deceit, betrayal, and power struggles, Jayde finds herself pretending to live the life she’s always dreamed of, only to realize wealth comes with its darkness. As lies unravel and secrets come to light, Jayde must decide if survival is worth losing herself—and her heart. Can Jayde hold onto her dignity in a world determined to strip it away, or will the weight of manipulation and betrayal be too much to bear?

By the fifth year of my marriage to Noah Lester, everyone insisted that I, Emma Newman, was his eternal muse. But I knew the truth. Behind my back, Noah cycled through a parade of fresh-faced, eager lovers. He even flaunted them at social gatherings, swapping one for another with shameless ease. When friends teased him—"Didn’t you swear Emma was the love of your life? Why the revolving door of mistresses?"—he’d just laugh, arms slung around his latest conquests. "Once you’ve caught your muse the glow fades. Give me someone new and tender any day—at least they keep things exciting." So I began plotting my escape. What Noah never realized was that I had grown tired of him, too. Tired of this life, of these performances. I was done.

Zoriana Gregory, a young woman of about 22 years, shares her secrets, dreams, her life experiences and desires about her future husband with her diary. Her fantasy of her ideal future husband soon turns reality when her diary somehow falls in the hand of someone she never thought she'd meet again after many long years. Her first love... Liam Whyte Liam visits his country again after closely 11 years, now a grown up and a successful young man. While on his quest to finding his childhood friends again, he came upon a diary during his meeting with an acquaintance of his brother. NOTE: THIS IS THE SYNOPSIS OF THE FIRST BOOK IN THIS ANTHOLOGY. AND IT IS TITLED 'DIARY OF ZORIANNA' IT WAS, A BEAUTIFUL BREAKUP; Is simply a collection of several short stories, combined into one. Each book in the anthology is a standalone.

When Jenna Brooks's family goes bankrupt, she's forced to move in with the Declan family in Houston for her senior year. Getting to Houston, Jenna quickly realizes that things have changed since she last saw them. The Declan brothers, once innocent little boys, now have now grown up to be hot and attractive guys. What Jenna doesn’t know is that, her life is about to be changed. She is soon thrown into the world of heartbreak, boy kisses, make outs and school scandals. But will Jenna make it through senior year without losing herself in the chaos? Jenna's life is about to be forever changed, and the choices she makes will determine her fate. Prepare yourself for a journey filled with unexpected twists, as Jenna discovers just how far she's willing to go to find her place amidst the chaos.

Danica is the youngest daughter of Morgan and Gavin Abner. She comes from a strong and proud family. Her parents built their trade company from the ground up. Now that all of the children are grown Gavin and Morgan left the business in the hands of their capable children as they go on one last sea adventure, just themselves Ariadne and Danica are left in charge and all breaks loose. A new trading company opened up on the other side of town. They are stealing their contracts and money out from under the girls. They have a deadline to meet and funds are dwelling. Ariadne the oldest is very mature and trying to handle everything in a business manner. Danica who is a rebel and wild heart has another way of thinking. With the deadline fast approaching Danica stumbled upon one of her fathers old treasure maps. She sneaks off one night stealing one of their trade ships in search of the treasure.