Story 1 in the Beauty of God Short Story Series *2nd place in the JesusFreakcontest!!* *2nd place in the Walk by Faith Awards (short story category)!!* Braylin's life has been hard. But now, with her father put in prison for all the abuse he has put her through, she is working to find a better place. As she waits for her aunt to finish moving to town, she is staying with her life-long best friend, Jonah, and has a feeling that this is her chance to change things for good. But it's hard to stop flinching everytime she feels a hand on her back or open up about all those years stuck with her dad. Memories haunt her like a ghost from her past and it's hard to believe in this God that Jonah keeps telling her about, with unconditional love and mercy. One fateful night, Jonah's kindness breaks open a door to something Braylin would never have seen coming. Somehow, this stranger that Jonah offers a meal and bed to will turn Braylin's life toward something bigger than she could have ever predicted. [Trigger warning: this story contains references of abuse and trauma]

Story 2 in the Beauty of God Short Story Series *This is a sequel to my other short story titled Indigo Skies! While I would love for you to read that one first, it isn't required to understand this one :)* Rebecca is free spirited by heart but restricted. Her parents, who both have strong Chinese backgrounds, are a traditional couple living in a modern society. And while Rebecca loves them, she feels like she is suffocating under their ever watchful eye. And to make matters worse, Rebecca loves God and wants to go to church even though she knows that is not something her parents would like. So she hides it all from them; going to church, reading the Bible, and especially her massive crush on one of her best friends in her youth group, Cameron Davidson. But, quickly, the pressure starts to add up and keeping so many secrets from her parents while still trying to be the perfect daughter might make her world go up in flames.

*1st place in Young/New Adult category of The Heart Awards!!* Story 3 in the Beauty of God Series Ella has big dreams. So big that the small town that she lives in and the diner that she works at are starting to feel a little... cramped. So when she interviews with a band who needs a new backup guitarist and singer and she actually gets the job, she leaps on the opportunity. But Ella wasn't expecting to meet Jordan, and she certainly wasn't expecting to feel the need to help him. She wasn't in Edwards County to share her faith, but God works in wonderful ways, especially in the most crucial of times. For Jordan, it's exactly what he needs because his time is running out. *This is a sequel to my short stories called Indigo Skies and Maroon Nights. While I would love for you to read those, too, you don't have to read them to understand this one :) * (P.S. This is my first draft so don't judge too harshly haha XD) Word Count: 111,000

*4th story in Beauty of God series: While I would love for you to read the other three stories, you don't have to read them to understand this one!!* Kason loves his sister more than anyone in the world. So when her abusive boyfriend leaves her broken and pregnant, his only goal is to make sure she and the baby are okay. But it's hard when he doesn't have any control over the situation and when Kaybree is close to being unfixable. Add in ex girlfriend problems and the stress of college, and Kason's life just seems close to collapse. But then there's Sav, the kind, calm, sarcastic nurse intern that somehow makes everything slightly less stressful. Not only does she seem to be one of the only lights in Kason's life, but she also introduces him to someone that he's been hearing more and more about recently: Jesus. With everything stacking on top of each other, will the small graces like a new best friend and a Savior that might be the answer to it all be enough to keep Kason from going under? **REVIEWS** "Oh my goodness I just HAVE to say Golden Rain is definitely my favorite book on WattPad." ~ @SmileyRiley_1 "The story overall is AMARZING!!! Sav is the character we've all been waiting for. Spontaneous, real, and has a story that has touched me..." ~ @BooksforJesus "With compelling characters, a moving plot, and an emotional background, you'll want to read 'Golden Rain' until the end!" @Rosalie_Golden

I decided that if I'm going to be writing one shots for a lot of my stories, then why not make a new book for it? I was planning on just putting them all in my Random book, but I like this better :) One shots will be from these stories: Indigo Skies Maroon Nights Silver Clouds Golden Rain And probably more that aren't a part of the BoG series if y'all request them and they tickle my fancy (ah, that's a weird phrase XD) Hope you like 'em!

~.✧ The kingdom of Austora is built on family names and tradition. So what happens when the quiet princess breaks the rules of both? ✧.~ Asaidylina "Saidy" Bordovaki is the third in line to the throne of Austora. She knows that her eldest brother Kartren will be King one day and is more than happy to let him live in the spotlight while she lives a quiet, comfortable life in the shadows of the castle. Despite her anxieties when it comes to new people, she is even willing to do as her parents say and court a gentlemen-Ibrin Corzavan-to create an easy life for herself and her family. But then, things change. Things become a little less easy... Larklind Sarcroft enters Saidy's life. First as a friend, and then maybe more. But there's a problem: while his family upholds traditional values, he is not of the gentry. Not even close. He's a gatekeeper guard, considered on the same level as a castle servant. But love has no bounds and despite their completely different worlds they are drawn together by a beautiful force. Only time will tell how long this force can keep them together...

~.✧ Her haunting past and forced arranged marriage isn't enough to kill her spirit ✧.~ Asria Bordovaki-or rather Delaskez-is the youngest royal of the Austoran royal family but carries the heaviest weight upon her shoulders. Her arranged marriage with Prince Varien Delaskez of Ethira has finally come and now she must face a completely new life. At only sixteen, she must become a wife, a queen, and an allying connection between Austora and Ethira. While all these changes are hard on Asria, she knows that this is her duty and the only way to stop Brikenfolt, the kingdom that left her with scars on both her body and mind. With a completely new home and people surrounding her, Asria must not only adjust to being married to a man she barely knows and ruling a country on the verge of collapse, but she must also fight as Brikenfolt decides it's time to become violent once again. They've been suppressed for too long and nothing will stop their greed. Except, that is, for a new queen with a dangerous spirit that no one will see coming...

~.✧ Love finds a story in everyone. ✧.~ This book includes one shots, short stories, and bonus features for the Austoraverse stories: Austora and Ethira. I hope you enjoy them :D

*2nd place in the Autumn Leaves Writing Contest (hosted by @sapphire_pages_ ) Katie and Ben fell in love over the course of a year. But what if all their memories were built on lies? Ben loves Katie but he isn't supposed to. The UIRC assigned him to gain her trust and kidnap her, not to give her his heart. But it's too late now. As the UIRC riffles through Katie's memories, searching desperately for the information they need, Ben must decide if he should stand back and let Katie be exploited or do something about it. Because, in the end, only one thing can remain: love or fear.

Monarch butterflies migrate every year. It's a constant in Daisy and Dellie's lives. Playful souls like Daisy catch them, while selfless ones like Dellie free them. ~*🦋🦋🦋*~ [This is a really short story since I was trying to keep it under 1500 words (which is extremely hard for me haha) so if you're looking for something quick to read, check this out!]