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What better way to spend Christmas than having your car break down in the NC mountains? Well, let’s ask Jared Miller. . .
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The narrative explores Kayra’s journey of self-discovery as she grapples with her feelings for Noel and her past with Adrianne. As she navigates the complexities of love and heartbreak, she realizes that true home lies within oneself. Ultimately, Kayra recognizes the importance of finding her own identity before embracing new relationships.
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Kayra navigates her feelings as she rides a train to Oshawa, discussing her confusion over a budding relationship with her friend Violet. She reflects on the intricacies of love, self-discovery, and fear of vulnerability. Despite the uncertainty and emotional turmoil, she seeks to embrace both solitude and the hope of connection.
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Ron Corley, II, a poet and podcast host, draws inspiration from social science and history, particularly influenced by Langston Hughes and Countee Cullen. He emphasizes the creation of drafts over cover designs and describes how financial constraints affect his work. Corley’s writing reflects his experiences and family dynamics, particularly regarding race and social norms.
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Lindsey Goldstein, a writer and part-time physical therapist, enjoys RomComs and finds inspiration from Catherine Newman. She struggles with time management amidst her commitments and prefers daytime for writing. With over 200 queries submitted, she handles criticism well and drives defensively. Her debut novel, Gap Year, releases on February 3, 2026.
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Paul, after years of not writing, receives his first short story acceptance, prompting a celebration with his sister, Sarah. He marks this milestone with a small tattoo of the letter ‘A’. Despite facing multiple rejections for subsequent stories, he persists, ultimately embracing a more uplifting narrative style leading to further success.
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On a sunny Saturday morning, five-year-old Calvin excitedly wakes his parents and heads to the mall. However, while playing hide and seek, he becomes separated, experiencing a terrifying encounter with a distorted figure resembling his father. After overcoming fear and remembering how to find his parents, Calvin is found and reunited, shaken but safe.
