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"Life doesn’t always go as planned. Sometimes, in a single moment, everything we knew—everything we counted on—changes. We search for answers, for reasons, for something to make sense of the chaos. But what if life isn’t falling apart… what if it’s simply rearranging? This story explores the unseen patterns in… Read More
This book has been re-written. The story follows the tumultuous lives of its characters as they navigate a web of power struggles, family loyalty, and personal growth. The story centers Kayetana Burchart(Kaye) and her family, as she navigates the treacherous waters of high school dynamics, dealing with past trauma, social… Read More
Parental abandonment and creating your own happiness out of pain and sorrow. Read More
Emigration breeds success: Life is to enjoy is about all the processes people can go through including personal growth, how to overcome adversity, find our purpose and succeed in all areas. This book features chapters such as “My path to success”, “Fighting my fears”, “Healing wounds” and “Life is to… Read More
In "echoes of melodies," embark on a riveting journey that weaves together enchanting tales inspired by some of the world's most iconic songs. From the echoes of timeless classics to the haunting refrains of contemporary hits, this novel takes readers on an unforgettable ride through the power of music and… Read More
This book answers the question 'Why am I here?" It goes deeply into the meaning of life and how we, who have entered into this life to do the work of Love, can reclaim our true identities and live a life of empowerment and joy while everything seems to crumble… Read More
The story revolves around Olivia, whose life takes a dramatic turn after her father's company is exposed as a scam, leading to financial ruin and her dreams of a European trip being shattered. With her family's reputation tarnished, Olivia struggles to find employment due to her last name's associations. Despite… Read More

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Effective communication is effective listening! Read More
When you determine what is important to you and live in the space of integrity and well-being with your core values and beliefs, you are adding to your mission of significance. Read More
Weed out fraudulent thoughts and feelings, and other people’s judgments to plant the seeds of originality and self-acceptance. Read More
This is a book about a man who talks to Death. Your assumption that such a person is insane is correct (lol). He deals with everyday (for the character) life in his city and copes with this voice as best as one can. Read More
Through no fault of his own, Sol King faces a series of harrowing challenges. Following the accidental death of his parents, his wife and the love of his life, perishes in a fire, which consumes his entire earthly possessions except her dog, Rusty. To escape the pain, Sol moves to… Read More
Here's the self-help book you've been waiting for? Why sit glumly in the shadows when you can enjoy a radiantly successful life? I've got the answers, pardner. Pony up to the hitching post. Read More
A short ceremonial poem about the bad habit of people pleasing and the release of such a personality trait. Read More

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*** This is only a sample as this story is currently featured on the Galatea app. I appreciate and thank you for all your support! *** Ariana Delgado, the daughter of the head of the Delgado Mafia, suffers a traumatic loss at the young age of 15. Ariana’s whole world… Read More
I consider myself as a common man; being common, it is common to take an ordinary look at my life events; One day, I paused, and reflected on the very same ordinary events. Each of them started to bring out some extraordinary insights. I continued and will continue. There are… Read More
This is a poem about starting anew any time within your life Read More

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Poetry is a form of exploration that doesn't need any spoliers. Read More

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A women in her late 30's takes a trip of a life time with her best friend. Read More

Book / Fantasy

August 07, 2018

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So sorry to everyone that's read so far, I've been buried in holidays and writers block lately but I found a second wind and hopefully I'll be back at it soon. Stick around for more awesome narrative! Read More
That feeling of growth when you're uncertain where it will take you Read More

Poem / True Confessions

September 07, 2017

My first writing in quite a while, it felt good to get back at it while writing about a recent personal event. Read More

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The story of a recluse little princess that discovers the world and her place in it... Read More
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