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Hello everyone! My name is SonicSpeed Kaleb. I'm much more of a writer than I am a reader, though, I do love reading the occasional good story when I take the time to do so. Right now, I'm working on my very first official book; Dogs of Courage and Unity: Unity's First Spark! It's a fantasy, action story that takes place in a world without humans, and it primarily centers focuses on Gale Oakley, an orphaned Pit Bull who's recruited onto the Dogs of Courage and Unity, a team comprised of orphaned dogs with elemental powers who help and protect those in need, as a means of giving them a purpose in life and a place to call home. And a chance to use their powers for good.
I'm more than excited to share it here when it's published on Amazon. Hope my introduction paid off!
Hey! 👋I just released a Halloween special eBook called Beneath the Jack O’ Lantern. 🎃
It’s a short, mysterious story about secrets hiding beneath glowing lanterns. Thought you might enjoy it!
Here’s the link: https://www.amazon.in/dp/B0FWYR1C7M?t...
Would love to hear your thoughts if you read it! ✨
Hi. I'm Steven, and I'm new on Goodreads. I'm seeking an audience as an author. I like writing middle-grade books, and my most recent one was about school. I based the whole book on my own experiences in school.Anyway, I think this is my group, but I'm not sure. I like writing graphic novels, mostly for middle-grade. I would compare them to DOAWK or Big Nate, but my books are way different than those. I usually try to write relatable, diverse, and developed stories, not just simply "school life." I don't only write about school, I write about a whole bunch of things. So, far, though, I only have one book published. I plan to publish more in the near future!
Well, I hope you guys see this message. I'm not trying to sell my book to you guys -- really, I'm not. I just think I could interact with this group, since the description sounds kind of my style.
I look forward to meeting all of you!
Black Magic
Steven Binkley
Hi. My name is Ruben and I'm glad I found this group. I self-published my first book (Turtle - Enigma of the Trail) in 2020 and my eighth novel (Lethal Succession) is now available through Amazon KDP . My books are in the mystery/ suspense genre with a touch of psychological thrillers. I would love to get comments and reviews and look forward to participating in this group as a reader also. There is more information about me and my books on www.rubenbooks.com
Vincent wrote: "Please introduce yourself! Do you write books? Do you just enjoy reading them?Let us know a little bit more about who you are:"
My name is Shelah, and I live in the UK. I’m passionate about learning, writing, and sharing ideas—books have always been some of my closest companions. I’m also the author of a series called A Conversation With The Sages, along with its companion journals.
I’m really glad to be here and look forward to connecting with fellow readers and writers, discovering new perspectives, and being part of thoughtful, book-loving conversations. Thanks for having me!
Hi - Joseph Anderson here. I'm new to Goodreads and publishing in general. Just had my author page approved today, which is great. I published my first book in 2021 but only really made the rounds to friends and family. Just this month I published a novella on Amazon in prep to publish a three book trilogy, that's completed and ready to go. Science Fiction, space travel, inter dimensional travel and play with perspectives other cultures have had on these subjects already for thousands of years. Glad I found the group and look forward to seeing where this all goes.
My name is David, and I am originally from Southern California. I love reading and am happy to be part of the group. Happy to add any friends as well.
The Kansal Clunker: The Car That Rebuilt UsSome journeys don’t just take you places — they change who you are!
Part memoir, part road trip odyssey, our book explores how a rusted car became the canvas for a father and son to rediscover themselves. Thoughtful, warm, and profoundly human, The Kansal Clunker reminds us that the best journeys are the ones that transform us.
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Please let us know if you would like an ARC and would be willing to leave an honest review.
Hi! I'm Kimberly Fiese Yule. I am a first time author and just published my first fiction young adult crossover "To Save One." It's a book about mental health. I am a retired Nurse Practitioner/Resortwear designer and now an author. I also enjoy reading books, especially those that touch my heart. I'm looking forward to continuing my journey as an author and meeting fellow readers.
Hi, I'm David McLeod, an indie sci-fi author from Australia. I’m excited to join this community and connect with readers and writers who share a love of big ideas and bold adventures.My debut novel, Starbreaker Protocol, is a cinematic sci-fi adventure about a scrapper who uncovers an ancient artefact onboard an old derelict ship — an artefact that could alter the fate of entire systems and reshape the stars themselves. It’s a story of adventure, survival, mystery, and the echoes of forgotten creations.
Starbreaker Protocol will be available on Amazon soon, and I’m looking forward to sharing more updates as launch approaches.
I’m also really looking forward to discovering new reads here and connecting with fellow sci-fi fans!
— David
If you’d like news, updates, behind-the-scenes, and more, you can sign up at www.starbreakerprotocol.com
Hi, I'm Jason Collings, and I write the Alaric von Trelow Mysteries series, detective novels set in early Weimar Germany.I grew up in Cornwall, studied history at Oxford, got a day job which supported the family and wrote for fun. In my spare time I read histories and mysteries, travelled to places, often the places I now write about, and wrote for my own amusement.
Now the kids are off at uni and beyond I have the time and focus to do what I've been building up to.
The Alaric von Trelow Mysteries are the result. Based on over thirty years of research into early twentieth century German history. Weimar Germany, especially Berlin, is one of the most chaotic, exciting, influential, thrilling places you'll ever read about. Add some mysteries which look at the historical events from odd angles and vividly drawn characters.
I hope you take a read, I hope you like them.
Hi, I’m Tatiana Rusuberg from Denmark — a novelist who loves exploring the quiet, dangerous spaces between truth and silence. I write psychological and emotional thrillers about people who are trying to find their voice in difficult circumstances.My new novel, Tavshedens Tårn (The Tower of Silence), comes out on November 24. It’s a story about manipulation, power, and a boy’s fight to be heard when the world prefers to look away.
I love connecting with readers and other writers, sharing experiences, and talking about the strange magic of storytelling.
Tatiana,I enjoyed the Nordic works of THE KILLING (made me want to learn the language), OVERSPEL, and the acting of Nikolaj Coster-Waldau's in SHOT CALLER and Sylvia Hoeks in Bladerunner 2029. Abd I look forward to getting into Nesbit's books.
Vincent wrote: "Please introduce yourself! Do you write books? Do you just enjoy reading them?Let us know a little bit more about who you are:"
Hi, my name is Nancy Kaplan Corbett. I am an avid book lover and just published my debut children's picture book, "Polly's Sparkling Water Friend." It is a whimsical tale where the water cycle flows, friendship grows, and nature comes alive! Illustrated with beautiful watercolors, it is written for ages 3-8 with combined themes of STEM Education and Social-Emotional Learning. I am happy to join this community! Nancy
Hi I'm Richard Eckley an author and publisher I love ancient history and published 2 books this year "Echoes of Atlantis The Legacy of The Gods" and " Atlantis A New Theory" looking forward to connecting with other ancient history lovers
Hello, I’m the “mental” KP behind MENTALWOMEN—the woman who tried to fit into society, only to be told, “Women aren’t allowed to scream, you’re too dramatic, too mental.” So, of course, I took that advice very seriously… and bounced straight into Mentalwomen, where screaming is basically a superpower.
Hello, fellow bookworms and literary adventurers! I’m Alexis Marie LaRue, and for a long time, I was a devoted reader whose heart belonged to the stacks and the endless worlds bound in paper. I’m a wife, a mother, and a woman whose roots run deep into the rich, mysterious soul of Louisiana. Recently, I made the jump: from lifelong reader to self-published author.I write under a pen name. If you crave the steamy, supernatural pull of the deep South, you’ll love my bayouvieux novels (Under The Blood Moon is my debut novel), where ancient magic and passionate romance tangle in the Spanish moss. And if your heart requires higher stakes and a faster pulse, strap in for my brand-new military romantic suspense series, Black Bayou Ops, where elite soldiers bring the heat and the danger right back home to the bayou.
Ambretta Lane: StoriesHi All!I've been a creative writer my whole life and have written (but not published) screenplays, novels, poetry and short stories.
But I have now finally written and published (via Amazon KDP) my debut book of heartwarming short stories for adults, Ambretta Lane.
These are feel-good stories of love and relationship drama that take place in a diverse fictional condominium complex located in a New York City suburb.
If you're looking for a quick read, and uplifting grown-up short stories, please check out Ambretta Lane.
Hi just finished publishing my first book Tabore-Bane: Making of the Sapphire Citadel it is now available in Amazon hope you enjoy the book.
Evan
Jennifer Tate is a California-based writer, educator, and advocate whose work explores the intersection of truth, illusion, and resilience in modern American life. Drawing from more than twenty-five years in public education, Tate brings to her writing an acute awareness of human vulnerability—how people bend truth to survive systems, protect families, and make sense of trauma. Her debut hybrid collection, There Are Many Reasons to Lie, is a meditation on deception in all its forms: personal, medical, and cultural.Blending memoir, fiction, and social critique, Tate’s work moves fluidly between the intimate and the political. Each story or vignette examines the fragile narratives people construct to endure loss, shame, or systemic failure. Influenced by the psychological precision of Alice Munro, the gothic undercurrents of Shirley Jackson, and the moral intensity of Suzanne Collins, Tate writes with empathy for imperfect characters who navigate impossible choices.
Before turning to full-time writing, Tate worked across California’s diverse school systems—as a classroom teacher, education specialist, and curriculum designer. Her experience supporting neurodiverse learners shaped her belief that storytelling, like teaching, is an act of translation: a way of making complexity visible and giving voice to those often misunderstood or unheard. She is also the creator of Connected Blocks, a visual math curriculum sold on Teachers Pay Teachers, which helps struggling students see mathematical relationships through patterns and color.
Tate’s writing has evolved from personal narrative into a broader exploration of cultural dissonance—how institutions, families, and even well-meaning professionals construct comforting lies to avoid confronting deeper truths. Her work resists simple moral resolutions; instead, it invites readers into the uncomfortable space between empathy and accountability.
In addition to her fiction and memoir writing, Tate authors the Substack newsletter Dispatches from the Edge, where she serializes essays and memoir excerpts exploring motherhood, caregiving, feminism, and the emotional aftermath of life in systems that often fail women and children. Her background in journalism informs her investigative curiosity and clear, direct style, while her literary training infuses each piece with emotional depth and narrative nuance.
There Are Many Reasons to Lie emerged from years of navigating the blurred lines between truth-telling and self-preservation—in family life, education, and healthcare. Tate’s prose moves with the rhythm of lived experience, combining the intimacy of memoir with the tension and imagination of literary fiction. At its heart, the collection asks: What do we lose, and what do we gain, when we choose to lie?
Jennifer Tate lives in the San Francisco Bay Area, where she continues to write, teach, and mentor young writers. When she’s not working on her next project—a memoir-in-essays about caregiving, generational trauma, and survival—she can be found reading in her garden, designing lessons for creative learners, or drafting her next Substack essay about truth in a post-truth age.
deleted user wrote: "Hi just finished publishing my first book Tabore-Bane: Making of the Sapphire Citadel it is now available in Amazon hope you enjoy ..."
Hi Jennifer and welcome aboard. Based on your intro, I believe my novel, Once Upon a Time in Detroit, would resonate with you. You can read sample pages on Amazon. And again, welcome aboard.
Vincent wrote: "Please introduce yourself! Do you write books? Do you just enjoy reading them?Let us know a little bit more about who you are:"
Hello, this is Jerry Payne, author of Thief of Dreams by Jerry Payne. A mystery thriller action adventure crime family saga, and I highly recommend it. Now giving it away for free. I set it up but not sure on who gets the 100 free books and who is doing it?
My name is Arnar Vik and work out of Oslo in Norway. I just published my first novel in English. I have been writing for just a year now, but already published two thrillers in Norwegian. I'm hoping to reach out to more people with the translation into English and I'm currently working on the second book to publish on Amazon. I recently found out that i really love writing page turning action novels, and I hope to keep 'em coming with better and better quality in the future. It is great to learn about all the other writers out there. You inspire me!Arnar
Hi everyone! I am Monika from Macedonia, and I am an author. Also, quite the classics nut! But I do enjoy nice contemporaries as well. So nice that I have found you!
Hello everyone, my name is Silvio, I'm an IT consultant and I live in Italy. I'm a self-published author and my first and only novel (for now) is called “Terra et Aer”. It is a science fiction adventure with elements of horror and occultism. I'm looking for reviews for the English version of my novel. I'm open to collaborations, review exchanges, and any activity that could help spread the word about my story to English-speaking audiences.
Warm regards to everyone, and congratulations to Vincent for coming up with the idea of founding this interesting and useful community.
My novel "Terra et Aer":
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...
My official english website:
https://www.silvioto.com
Hello readers ✨Thank you for stopping by my little corner of stories.
I’m [Your Name], and I write quiet, magical, emotion-centered fiction. My books often explore friendship, identity, mystery, and the soft, unseen magic threaded through ordinary life.
I am the author of:
📖 Journey of a Little Witch - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FNX7D1RH
A cozy coming-of-age fantasy that follows Faye, a shy, sarcastic, clumsy young witch discovering her powers and her place in a hidden world. It has found family, soft magic, slow-burn bond tension, and the kind of small emotional moments that make you feel seen. Perfect for readers who love gentle fantasy and character-focused storytelling.
🎃 Beneath the Jack O’ Lantern -https://a.co/d/ipItgCa
An autumn atmospheric tale — haunting yet comforting. This story explores memory, childhood nostalgia, mystery, and the darker corners of the heart. It is a quiet, eerie, poetic Halloween read for those who enjoy emotional depth without heavy horror.
If you enjoy:
Slow-burn character relationships
Cozy magic and soft worldbuilding
Emotional storytelling
Autumn nights, candlelight, mystery, and gentle melancholy
Then I hope my books will feel like a warm, familiar place to you.
Thank you for reading, reviewing, and supporting independent authors.
Your presence truly means more than you know. 🌙🍂
Hi everyone! Im Sofia Cardoso, Im writing my second poetry book. The first one is already available, and its called CAOS! (im trying to submit it here yet). Im also an actress and singer!
Joseph wrote: "Hi - Joseph Anderson here. I'm new to Goodreads and publishing in general. Just had my author page approved today, which is great. I published my first book in 2021 but only really made the rounds ..."Joseph,
Congrats on getting back to the keyboard! Looking forward to your latest.
Remington A. Frost
Hi everyone, my name is Tationna Williams. I’m a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, author, and survivor.My book, What Didn’t Break Me: From Pain to Purpose – A Journey of Survival and Strength, is more than just a memoir. It’s my real-life story of what I went through and how I kept going through it all; the trauma, the loss, the heartbreak, and the fight to find myself again.
When you’re real with yourself; about your strengths, flaws, needs, and growth areas you take away other people’s power to define you. That truth became my anchor. I wrote this book to show that even in the hardest seasons, you can rise, rebuild, and turn pain into purpose.
If you’ve ever felt like life hit you harder than most, I hope my story reminds you that survival itself is strength.
📖 What Didn’t Break Me: From Pain to Purpose is available now on Amazon.
👉 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FG7YVFT6
Destiny wrote: "Hello, lovely people!My name (or rather alias) is Destiny, and I am currently the author of what I am calling the "Dying Series", a collection of short horror stories centered around artists whos..."
Hey Destiny, that series sounds absolutely fascinating — I love the idea of each story being tied together through that witch’s revenge arc. The whole concept feels so visual; I can almost picture it unfolding like a haunting film trailer.
I actually help authors bring their stories to life that way — through short book trailers that capture the atmosphere and tension of their worlds. Horror stories, especially ones as layered as yours, work beautifully in that format. If you’d ever like to see how your series might look in motion, I’d be happy to share an example or two!
SonicSpeed wrote: "Hello everyone! My name is SonicSpeed Kaleb. I'm much more of a writer than I am a reader, though, I do love reading the occasional good story when I take the time to do so. Right now, I'm workin..."
Hey Kaleb, that sounds like such a brilliant and heartfelt concept — I love the idea of orphaned dogs with elemental powers working together for something bigger than themselves. It feels like the sort of story that would really stick with readers, especially younger ones or anyone who loves a good adventure with meaning behind it.
I actually work with authors to help bring stories like yours to life visually — creating short book trailers that capture that sense of energy and emotion. With a world as imaginative as yours, it’d look absolutely stunning on screen.
Hey everyone!I’ve recently been exploring the creative side of book marketing, and I find it fascinating how visuals can bring a story to life — especially through trailers. I’ve been working on a few lately, and it’s amazing how a short clip can capture a book’s atmosphere and draw readers in.
I’m really looking forward to learning from everyone here, seeing what other authors are doing to promote their work, and hopefully sharing a few ideas of my own along the way.
Lovely to be here!
Steven wrote: "Hi. I'm Steven, and I'm new on Goodreads. I'm seeking an audience as an author. I like writing middle-grade books, and my most recent one was about school. I based the whole book on my own experien..."Hey Steven, welcome aboard! Your writing style sounds really fun and heartfelt — I’ve always admired middle-grade authors who can make everyday experiences feel so alive and relatable. The fact that you’re blending that with a graphic-novel style gives your stories such a strong visual spark.
I actually help authors highlight that side of their work through short book trailers — little cinematic pieces that capture the tone and energy of their stories. Yours sounds like it would be such a joy to bring to life visually, especially with that mix of humour and heart.
Ruben wrote: "Hi. My name is Ruben and I'm glad I found this group. I self-published my first book (Turtle - Enigma of the Trail) in 2020 and my eighth novel (Lethal Succession) is now available through Amazon K..."Hey Ruben, great to have you here! Congratulations on publishing your eighth novel — that’s quite an achievement. Mystery and psychological thrillers are such gripping genres, and it sounds like you’ve built a really strong collection over the years.
I actually work with authors to help bring stories like yours to life visually through short book trailers — they’re brilliant for capturing that tension and intrigue that keeps readers hooked. Your genre, especially, really shines in that cinematic format.
Joseph wrote: "Hi - Joseph Anderson here. I'm new to Goodreads and publishing in general. Just had my author page approved today, which is great. I published my first book in 2021 but only really made the rounds ..."Hey Joseph, welcome aboard! That sounds like such an intriguing mix — science fiction with threads of cultural and interdimensional ideas always makes for the most thought-provoking stories. Congratulations on getting your trilogy ready to go, that’s a huge milestone.
I actually help authors translate that kind of vivid world-building into short book trailers — the sort that let readers feel the scale and wonder of a story before they even dive in. Your concept sounds like it would lend itself beautifully to that kind of visual storytelling.
Kimberly wrote: "Hi! I'm Kimberly Fiese Yule. I am a first time author and just published my first fiction young adult crossover "To Save One." It's a book about mental health. I am a retired Nurse Practitioner/Res..."Hey Kimberly, lovely to meet you here! Congratulations on publishing your first book — that’s such an exciting step. A story that blends young adult themes with mental health sounds incredibly meaningful, and it’s wonderful that you’re drawing on your background to tell something that truly connects with readers.
I actually help authors highlight that emotional depth visually through short book trailers — little cinematic pieces that capture the heart and tone of their stories. Yours sounds like the kind that would really resonate through that kind of medium.
David wrote: "Hi, I'm David McLeod, an indie sci-fi author from Australia. I’m excited to join this community and connect with readers and writers who share a love of big ideas and bold adventures.My debut nov..."
Hey David, welcome! Starbreaker Protocol sounds absolutely epic — I love stories that blend mystery with that vast, adventurous side of sci-fi. The whole concept of an ancient artefact tied to the fate of entire systems feels wonderfully cinematic already.
I actually work with authors to help bring stories like that to life through short book trailers — the kind that capture that sense of scale and wonder before readers even open the book. Yours sounds like it would translate beautifully into that kind of visual world.
Jason wrote: "Hi, I'm Jason Collings, and I write the Alaric von Trelow Mysteries series, detective novels set in early Weimar Germany.I grew up in Cornwall, studied history at Oxford, got a day job which suppo..."
Hey Jason, welcome! Your background in history really shines through — it’s always fascinating when an author brings real scholarship to fiction. The Weimar era is such a vivid, chaotic period, and detective mysteries set in that world sound incredibly atmospheric.
I actually help authors highlight that atmosphere visually through short book trailers — pieces that capture the intrigue and texture of their worlds. A series like yours, grounded in history and mystery, would translate beautifully into that kind of visual storytelling.
Tatiana wrote: "Hi, I’m Tatiana Rusuberg from Denmark — a novelist who loves exploring the quiet, dangerous spaces between truth and silence. I write psychological and emotional thrillers about people who are tryi..."Hey Tatiana, what a powerful premise — the themes of truth, silence, and the struggle to be heard really resonate. The Tower of Silence sounds both haunting and deeply human, and I love how you describe exploring the space between voice and silence.
I actually help authors capture that emotional tension through short book trailers — visual pieces that bring out the mood and subtle power behind their stories. A story like yours, full of atmosphere and feeling, seems made for that kind of treatment.
deleted user wrote: "Hi just finished publishing my first book Tabore-Bane: Making of the Sapphire Citadel it is now available in Amazon hope you enjoy ..."
Hey Evan, congratulations on publishing your first book! Tabore-Bane: Making of the Sapphire Citadel sounds like a brilliant title — it already gives off an epic, adventurous feel. That first release is such a huge milestone, and it’s great to see you sharing it here.
I actually work with authors to bring stories like yours to life visually through short book trailers — the kind that capture a book’s world and energy in motion. A fantasy like yours would look fantastic in that format.
JENNIFER wrote: "Jennifer Tate is a California-based writer, educator, and advocate whose work explores the intersection of truth, illusion, and resilience in modern American life. Drawing from more than twenty-fiv..."Hi Jennifer,
Your debut sounds incredibly powerful — I love how There Are Many Reasons to Lie blends personal truth and social insight. The themes you explore would translate beautifully into a cinematic visual format.
I create custom book trailers designed to capture the emotional essence of a story — perfect for sharing on Amazon Author pages, social media, or launch campaigns. If you’re ever interested in bringing your work to life through a short, cinematic trailer that reflects your tone and message, I’d love to collaborate.
You can see examples of my work or request a concept outline anytime — I’d be happy to tailor something unique to your voice and audience.
Warm regards,
Arnar wrote: "My name is Arnar Vik and work out of Oslo in Norway. I just published my first novel in English. I have been writing for just a year now, but already published two thrillers in Norwegian. I'm hopin..."Hi Arnar,
Congratulations on publishing your first English novel — that’s such an exciting milestone! Your passion for fast-paced thrillers really comes through, and I can imagine your stories translating perfectly into a cinematic format.
I create custom book trailers that capture the tone and energy of action-driven stories — great for engaging readers on Amazon or social media. If you’d ever like to bring your book’s intensity to life through a short, dynamic trailer, I’d love to collaborate.
Wishing you all the best as you build your audience internationally!
— Marceline
Monika wrote: "Hi everyone! I am Monika from Macedonia, and I am an author. Also, quite the classics nut! But I do enjoy nice contemporaries as well. So nice that I have found you!"Hi Monika,
Lovely to meet you here! It’s wonderful to see another author who appreciates both the charm of the classics and the freshness of contemporary stories. Your taste sounds beautifully balanced.
I create book trailers that bring stories to life visually — whether timeless or modern — so if you ever want to showcase your work in a cinematic way, I’d be happy to help.
Welcome again to the group!
Silvio wrote: "Hello everyone, my name is Silvio, I'm an IT consultant and I live in Italy. I'm a self-published author and my first and only novel (for now) is called “Terra et Aer”. It is a science fiction adve..."Hi Silvio,
Your novel Terra et Aer sounds fascinating — I love when science fiction touches the edges of horror and the occult, it makes for such an immersive atmosphere. Congratulations on publishing it!
I create cinematic book trailers that help authors introduce their stories to wider English-speaking audiences. If you ever decide to give your book a visual edge for promotion or review outreach, I’d be happy to help bring its world to life.
Wishing you continued success with Terra et Aer!
Hi everyone,I’m new here, I’m joining this group after months of telling myself “maybe tomorrow.” Today is apparently tomorrow.
I’m a mother of two. I wrote a book a few months ago called “Before The World Gets To You”. It’s a collection of letters and conversations with my children, things I hope they’ll remember when I’m not around to repeat myself. It started because my children asks me questions I didn’t have answers to as a child, things I wish someone had told me growing up. I didn’t want them to carry that same emptiness.
I grew up as the youngest of seven siblings in Mizoram, Northeast India. I married into a completely different culture—my husband is Punjabi—so our kids are growing up somewhere between two worlds. A lot of the book is me trying to help them navigate that.
I’m not great at promoting or being visible. I’m more of a “stay home with tea and a book” person. But I do want my book to reach the parents who might need it, or the young adults who feel a bit lost, or anyone who didn’t have the answers growing up either.
Anyway, I’m here to learn, to listen, and maybe to share when it feels right.
Looking forward to being part of this space.🤗
I love the idea behind your book. Your children will cherish it. I'm relatively new to Goodreads as well. I wrote my memoir in verse to help people through life's challenges. "Recalibrating Gravity."
Welcome to my story! My name is Tina Boyd, and a mum. My journey has been anything but ordinary. In May 2025, I finally began writing the book I’d dreamed about for years—despite all the challenges of raising children on my own. Now, with my debut set to be released worldwide in September, I’m excited to share not just one, but many stories with the world. With the support of a wonderful publisher by my side, I’m embracing each step as an author in the making. Writing hasn’t always been easy; there were slow starts and setbacks, but now that my children are older, I finally have the time and freedom to pursue my passion. Born and raised in Manchester and now calling Torquay home, I still make time to travel back north to see family and friends who inspire me
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My name (or rather alias) is Destiny, and I am currently the author of what I am calling the "Dying Series", a collection of short horror stories centered around artists whose creations are cursed to kill thanks to a witch who used them as a vessel to get revenge on warlocks who murdered her sisters and decimated her home.
I have finished with the four, and am planning on completing a fifth in the future that will center around the witch's backstory!
~D.S.