Pretend With Me

Have you ever felt adrift, living a life that doesn’t seem to belong to you, ensnared by choices you didn’t make? Catherine Carell was on the brink of surrendering to that feeling when an unexpected chance rekindled her determination, propelling her into the orbit of Jackson Hunter, a movie star whose life appears to have it all. But appearances can be deceiving. As the lines between professionalism and desire blur, and their connection deepens, a secret Catherine harbours threatens to emerge. In a world where reality and pretence intertwine, how long can she keep her secret hidden? And when the truth finally comes to light, will it have the power to shatter everything they believed in? This story navigates the complexities of love, identity, and the weight of secrets, posing the question: Is the truth enough to set them free, or is it a harbinger of ruin?

Eureka!

Rita Hush knows she’s lucky. She lives in a dream location with her Border Terrier Jazz, walks most days, along the beach to her dream job in the village library where, along with her sidekick, Sharon, they entertain the punters and serve the community in equal measure.The only thing missing is her dream man and she’s in no hurry to find him, much preferring her hard-won independence and freedom.When a psychic brings through a message from her beloved Granny Maggie advising that despite her idyllic lifestyle, she needs to prioritise mending her badly bruised heart, Rita goes on a voyage of self-discovery and with a little help from her friends, gets way more than she bargained for.

House of Wings and Shadow

GODS WILL FEARThe will of the gods runs the world. Cartels and syndicates utilized for their gain. The dark side of the truth, hidden from the world. She is a princess, of one of the highest Houses of the gods. He is a reaper. Their lineage upholds the gods’ wills. Hidden in plain sight, a prophecy has had her raised as a weapon. A secret to everyone. The opposing house, enforcers of the gods have a Hunt order against her. What will they do once they realize they are being hunted from within? And will she let her heart get in the way of completing her mission whilst discovering the dark truth about herself?

Perpetua

Perpetua unveils the compelling journey of a young woman’s quest for a fresh start and the pursuit of her dreams against a backdrop of unexpected challenges and self-discovery. From the vibrant landscapes of Africa to the bustling streets of London, Perpetua navigates the complexities of love, identity, and ambition. With each encounter and revelation, she confronts the past’s shadows and the bright promise of the future. A testament to resilience and the transformative power of hope, this story invites readers to explore the depths of the human spirit and the courage to embrace change.

Jakarta

Army Intelligence Captain Jack Smyth received a “dear John” letter from his wife that she was leaving him for another man. His main concern was for his six-year-old daughter, Samantha, so he immediately left his post for Australia to sort out the mess. Whilst in Australia, Captain Smyth attended a seminar on “The Tribal Warriors” and was surprised to see the main speaker as Major Brett Shaw who was his leader whilst serving in Afghanistan. This then led to his meeting of Elizabeth Shaw, Brett’s sister, and this changed his life forever.Whilst visiting Jakarta in Indonesia on behalf of the government, Jack was kidnapped and brutally treated by a communist cell. The story takes you on a journey through the darkest reaches of Indonesia with Jack held captive in a remote mountainous area by a hillside tribe. His love for Liz never faded throughout this ordeal however Liz was reunited with an old flame thinking Jack was never to be seen again.Liz and Jack’s paths cross throughout the story, but circumstances keep them apart time and time again.

The Rite of Sin

A brilliant neurosurgeon who saves lives. A priest who saves souls.A detective who seeks justice. True love changes everything.Five-year-old Kiara Mitchel started forming a spiritual bond the day her adoptive brother, who was a mere eight years old, entered her life. She became a brilliant neurosurgeon while he became Father Eldar, a Catholic priest. He witnessed Kiara lose a critical patient—the wife of Declan Remington, a hand surgeon—which caused her endless pain, guilt, and isolation. Eldar comforted her through her grief until the death of an abused child paved the way for her to reconcile with Remington, and a simple admission brought forgiveness and an enchanting romance. The abused child tragedy brought Adrian Savage, a handsome detective, into Kiara’s life. A new friendship developed, but life-threatening challenges compromised Kiara’s day-to-day existence. Honor and ethics led to miscommunications that resulted in confusion and hurt, followed by extreme and intense expectations. She needed all her strength and faith in her abilities when she was commissioned to perform her duties in a far-off and dangerous land, putting Kiara’s renowned talents and safety to the ultimate test. But her determination made her succeed. Kiara was determined to get the upper hand.

All I See Is You

Lennie Adams is a stage manager and aspiring director working in London’s West End. While employed on a dubious revival of Noël Coward’s nostalgic play Private Lives, she meets renowned classical actress Melanie Blaine. The beautiful woman is imprisoned in an unhappy marriage to a TV soap star.

Their mutual attraction leads to a tour romance. Back in London and struggling to maintain their affair, reality intervenes and a dramatic traffic accident triggers Melanie’s repressed guilt. She spirals into a breakdown.

Lennie wants to help Mel heal, if only she’ll allow it. Or will Melanie’s anguish overwhelm them both?

Join this stirring backstage drama of two creative spirits grappling to overcome ghosts from the past.

The Rite of Sin

A brilliant neurosurgeon who saves lives. A priest who saves souls.

A detective who seeks justice. True love changes everything.

Five-year-old Kiara Mitchel started forming a spiritual bond the day her adoptive brother, who was a mere eight years old, entered her life. She became a brilliant neurosurgeon while he became Father Eldar, a Catholic priest. He witnessed Kiara lose a critical patient—the wife of Declan Remington, a hand surgeon—which caused her endless pain, guilt, and isolation. Eldar comforted her through her grief until the death of an abused child paved the way for her to reconcile with Remington, and a simple admission brought forgiveness and an enchanting romance. The abused child tragedy brought Adrian Savage, a handsome detective, into Kiara’s life.

A new friendship developed, but life-threatening challenges compromised Kiara’s day-to-day existence. Honor and ethics led to miscommunications that resulted in confusion and hurt, followed by extreme and intense expectations. She needed all her strength and faith in her abilities when she was commissioned to perform her duties in a far-off and dangerous land, putting Kiara’s renowned talents and safety to the ultimate test. But her determination made her succeed. Kiara was determined to get the upper hand.

All I See Is You

Lennie Adams is a stage manager and aspiring director working in London’s West End. While employed on a dubious revival of Noël Coward’s nostalgic play Private Lives, she meets renowned classical actress Melanie Blaine. The beautiful woman is imprisoned in an unhappy marriage to a TV soap star. Their mutual attraction leads to a tour romance. Back in London and struggling to maintain their affair, reality intervenes and a dramatic traffic accident triggers Melanie’s repressed guilt. She spirals into a breakdown.Lennie wants to help Mel heal, if only she’ll allow it. Or will Melanie’s anguish overwhelm them both?Join this stirring backstage drama of two creative spirits grappling to overcome ghosts from the past.

I Found Him on the Internet

What brings a respected 65-year-old Professor of musicology to look for a partner on the internet site? What awakens love between her, a woman whose family came to the country from Romania, and a younger-than-her Kurdish television technician? What constructs this love and what destroys it? Not what you would expect. The first story, an internet site prize winner, tells about it.And how does a Jewish religious Professor of Slavic Studies get involved in a mad love affair with an English Brigadier of aristocratic family, a race driver, who comes to a conference of Slavic Studies in Bath as a spy? How much she is ready to sacrifice for this love, and why does it melt away? This is the contents of the second story.

Searching, Finding, Losing

Is physical intimacy an act of mundane habit or passionate treasure? That is the central question our protagonist grapples with in this contemplative tale. She wrestles with whether sex should be an everyday part of life or hold some vital, honoured place.As she navigates relationships and her own desires, our lead struggles to reconcile what she wants sex to be versus her lived reality. Societal assumptions and judgments further complicate her inner turmoil surrounding this extremely intimate act.Just when she starts to find clarity in her beliefs about sex as connection rather than mere pleasure, fresh obstacles arise to thwart her vision. Will she ultimately decide if intimacy is a habitual impulse to scratch like any other itch or a gift to be unwrapped slowly, a treasure to cherish?Join her illuminating, frustrating journey toward aligning sexuality and spirituality in this thought-provoking examination of physical love’s purpose and meaning in Searching, Finding, Losing.

Yellow Tape

Everything about her was normal, everything about him wasn’t.How can you prepare yourself to have your life suddenly flipped upside down? How can you know what will happen? Your next move might be your last, your next breath might be taken away from you. There’s a whole different world out there, where your innocence has no meaning, your future is robbed off you, and the control you thought you had over your life is taken over by somebody else.Ley lost herself in Brian’s past and lies. She was everywhere he was, not by choice but by his persistence. His actions confused her, his words hurt her, but her safety was guaranteed only in his presence. An uncertain feeling joined them together, only complicating things further as more of Brian’s secrets became known.Beneath all the unanswered questions, lies the truth. Is it worth knowing? Better yet, is it the truth at all?