Consider this your all-triggers warning. Proceed with caution.A book as concept art, Poems to Be Afraid Of is the second full-length collection from Pixie Bruner. It began as an experiment in fear. Written in four weeks of spite-driven frenzy, this collection did not draw from poems already written. Instead, imposter syndrome was called upon.Fear was murdered, played with, analyzed, and created. Demons were summoned, the irrational was vivisected, ...

This is a charity anthology; all proceeds will be donated to the Palestine Children's Relief Fund and ANERA (American Near East Refugee Aid).Over 30 authors in the horror community donated stories to help the civilians of Palestine. Among the stories are:-- codependent necromancers-- a spy discovers a supernatural weapon that might turn the tide of the war-- a Girl Scout troop camping trip goes horribly wrong when dinosaurs show up-- a ...

Ana Rosa belongs to me.I expected an ungrateful woman…I expected to dislike her…I just didn't expect I'd want her.Then she walked in and stole my heart.I'll do anything to keep her, even battle her past…because only I can Treat Her Better.

RockyAt 6'3 and tattooed, I'm the last person you'd think co-owned the Blushing Bride Boutique. Yet, that's who I am, a skeptic at all things love, helping brides get their happily ever after. Until I see her, and suddenly forever doesn't seem so bad. Until I realize she's promised to someone else.But even that won't stop me, she's mine and I may have just found the loophole.DaisyA marriage of convenience is the last thing I...

Social media is a major part of modern life. Most of us can't imagine not using it, and it's unrealistic to assume that's even possible.We are obsessed with social mediaWe share pictures of our food and inspect what everyone else is eating, compare calories and macros, and get involved in wacky and dangerous food challenges. We think we're in control but most of us have no idea how much of an impact it has.Did you realise that postin...

Brandie ClausI've dedicated my whole life to my family's legacy. When my parents, the Clauses, pass leadership to my brother, Joe, I am done. I refuse to be his assistant.It's time I find my own path, away from all things Christmas.Grace FrostI'm a self-proclaimed hopeless romantic who is ready for the holiday season. This is the year, I'll find my one and only. I never imagined I'd fall for Scrooge, though...

Cameron HarleyI left my life in Small Town USA for a dream job in an exotic country. My life was going to be fabulous. Only...it didn't quite turn out that way. Five years later, I'm not only stuck working crazy hours as an executive assistant, but I have a hot and cold boss. Queen Helena Payne. The Royal Pain in my A… You get the picture. This is my life day in, day out, until one call changes everything.I'm heading back home. Even if I'm madly in ...

I'm a child of a missing wizard who was once famous. My dad was a champion for several races and treasure hunts. Everyone in my town was proud of him. Actually, I was somewhat famous too, as the daughter who brought shame to her father's reputation. In our world, wizards started showing magic abilities when they were young. They could see magical beings like fairies and unicorns and use magic items when they were infants. Typically, it happened within the first 100 days. We called it 'bloo...

Failed By The System (A Special Needs Family) is a deeply moving memoir that chronicles the journey of a family navigating the complexities of adoption, disability, and chronic illness. Through vivid storytelling, the author shares the joys and heartbreaks of raising two sons, one with special needs and another battling chronic fatigue syndrome, while confronting institutional failures and societal misunderstanding. The book also captures moments of laughter, loss, and hope, filled with re...

My name is Joe Claus, aka the new Santa Claus. On the eve I am to take over for my dad, my dear sister decides she's going to do a disappearing act.Blamed for her leaving, I am sent to down to Florida of all places. It's hot, I'm pissed, and my Christmas spirit is quickly fading. Until my eyes fall on Crystal Sugarplum, the baking sweetheart who thinks Christmas is a conspiracy from the sales companies.Can I be the Undercover Santa I was sent to be? Or will I end up on the ...

Eunoia by Urooj Fatima, published by Pixie and Pexels Publication

StarNothing I've ever experienced prepared me for how I felt upon seeing her our senior year. We've been inseparable since, but to her, I'm merely her best friend while she's my world.Seeing her with him is slowly killing me and I start to wonder if I need to let go, to accept it'll never be.MeridienThere are expectations that come with being a Covington. I've disappointed my parents enough, I can't break t...