Self Discovery Fiction

When Harriet Carmichael leaves her husband, she is determined to begin again: new home, new life, a chance to live on her own terms. A life drawing class seems harmless enough, until she finds herself drawn to Mac, the charming but elusive model. Her adult children disapprove of her every move, and when Mac—significantly younger and apparently homeless—moves in with her, their suspicions reach fever pitch. Yet there is an undeniable spark between Harriet and Mac, one that makes Harriet question what she truly wants from this new chapter.

Jonathan Antonucci, a 21-year-old, barely-out-the-closet gay man from suburban New York, overnight finds himself a multimillionaire, thanks to a bequest by his late gay uncle. Uncle Charlie has unexpectedly died of a heart attack, leaving him the sole owner of several of the most successful bars in Wilton Manors, Fort Lauderdale’s gay ghetto, making Jonathan the largest owner of gay establishments in town, or the Czar of Wilton Drive.

Ich ertrage es nicht mehr, ich ertrage mich und mein Selbstmitleid über den Verlust meiner Ehe nicht mehr.Alkohol, eine zerrüttete Partnerschaft, finanzielle Sorgen und eine unbeschreibliche Einsamkeit das Leben von Maria Fy befindet sich an einem absoluten Tiefpunkt. Doch bevor es zum völligen Absturz kommt, begibt sie sich in den Dschungel von Panama, wo sie mit einem Schamanen in Kontakt kommt, der versucht, ihre Lebensblockade zu lösen und ihr wieder neuen Mut einzuflößen. Maria Fy beginnt eine spannende und intensive Reise zu sich selbst.

Halfway through sixth grade, Noah’s best friend and the only other trans boy in his school, Lewis, passed away in a car accident. Lewis was adventurous and curious, always bringing a new paranormal story to share with Noah. Together they daydreamed about cryptids and shared discovering their genders and names. After his death, lonely and yearning for someone who could understand him like Lewis once did, Noah starts writing letters to Mothman.

Unlock the Power of Inspiration in Every Child with Volume 2 of Inspiring Stories! Continue the journey with Inspiring Stories for Brilliant Kids Volume 2, a collection designed to empower and motivate the young minds of our future. Each story is carefully crafted to teach important life lessons through engaging narratives and relatable characters. 15 stories perfect for bedtime, quiet time, or classroom reading, these stories are suitable for children ages 6-12.

In this captivating memoir, follow Tommy as he embarks on a powerful journey of self-discovery, navigating the intricate layers of grief, identity, and acceptance. When tragedy strikes, Tommy finds himself grappling with profound loss, igniting a relentless quest to unearth the truth of his own identity and reconcile with his estranged father. Embarking on a poignant exploration of grief, Tommy finds that healing is a deeply personal process. Throughout his journey, he uncovers unexpected moments of forgiveness and understanding that bridge the gaps between heartache and hope.

In this poignant and inspiring collection of 60 poems, Melody Wallack takes listeners on a journey through the highs and lows of life after loss, a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the enduring power of love. Through her personal story of grief and healing, Wallack captures the beauty and pain of love, the sorrow of loss, and the transformative power of self-discovery.

Born in an Andean village in Ecuador, Virginia lives with her family in a small, earthen-walled dwelling. In her Indigenous community, it is not uncommon to work in the fields all day, even as a child, or to be called a longa tonta-stupid Indian-by members of the privileged class of mestizos, or Spanish descendants. When seven-year-old Virginia is taken from her home to be a servant to a mestizo couple, she has no idea what the future holds.

A poignant young adult graphic memoir that follows one teen's year abroad in Japan, as she seeks to reconcile both sides of her biracial identity. Christine has always felt she is just half: Half American, half Japanese. As a biracial Japanese American who was born in Tokyo but raised in the US...

In this stylish provocative debut, a young artist struggles to find her way in New York City while navigating strained relationships, the reappearance of an ex, and her burgeoning sense of self. A mess, of course, ensues. Maggie is on the brink. Her MFA thesis—a vast canvas of twenty women...

Grace Whittaker’s life is coming apart. In the wake of her mother’s death, a stalled writing career, and a slow-motion separation from her husband, Grace is more directionless than ever. But when she returns to Sea Drift, the beach town where she and her mother summered for years, Grace’s life comes together in the most unexpected ways.

This completely original collection of poetry and prose captures the imagination and is a delight for both Lang Leav's avid fans and anyone encountering her writing for the first time. With every moment, Sea of Strangers invites you to go beyond love and loss to explore themes of self-discovery and empowerment as you navigate your way around the human heart.

Beth is a creative, contemplative soul and a loving mom. She is at a crossroads in her marriage and without a clear sense of her gifts and inherent worth. When her spirited Aunt Ro falls while turning to toss a coin in the Trevi Fountain in Rome, Beth embarks on a journey that leads to her ancestral village in Italy, the discovery of a family secret, and a new understanding of herself.

Dara's lived a sheltered life with her single mom, Mellie. Now, at 18, she's dreaming of more. When Dara digs up her never-before-seen birth certificate, her world implodes. Why are two strangers listed as her parents? Dara confronts her mother, and is stunned by what she learns: Mellie is transgender. The unfamiliar name listed under "father"? That's Mellie. She transitioned when Dara was a baby, after Dara's birth mother died. She changed her name, started over.

When her loving, free-spirited grandmother Primrose passes away, Victoria is bereft, yet resilient - she has survived tragedy before. But even her strength is tested when a mysterious woman attends Prim's funeral and claims to be the mother Victoria thought was dead. As the two women get to know each other and Victoria begins to learn more about her past, it becomes clear that her beloved grandmother had been keeping life-changing secrets from her. Desperate for answers, she still struggles to trust anyone to tell her the truth.

When Amy Hawkins, a young dot-com executive from California who has made her fortune at the top of NASDAQ, overhears a pair of elderly and thus much wiser socialites decry the new generation for their incompetence in all things worldly, she sets off for Europe to find culture, her roots, and maybe a cause to devote her considerable fortune to.

My name is Harper Drew. I'm using my new journal to take note of all the totally ridiculous things that seem to go on around me with my family and friends. I seem to be the only one who sees all of this stuff for what it is. Completely beyond normal. Recently I've been logging Drew Dial Ratings for all the mayhem. On a scale of zero to 10, how likely is someone to say or do something that would be less sensible than (for example)...a demented camel?

Meet Speedy, a vibrant Blue Betta, also known as a Siamese Fighting Fish and Betta Splendens in the world of ichthyology. Living in a small bowl, Speedy finds himself perplexed by the reflection he sees daily, mistaking it for a rival Blue Betta. With the spirit of a Japanese fighting fish, Speedy prepares diligently to defend his territory, training harder each day to become faster and stronger. His determination grows as he waits for his adversary to return. But then, a realization dawns on him: there is no need for an actual fight.

Jada isn’t sure her words matter. She loves to write, but sharing her thoughts? That’s a whole different story. When her teacher asks her to write and deliver a special part in the school play, Jada feels nervous, unsure, and a little overwhelmed.

I glance at my open blinds, not really caring who sees me fully naked and glowing in the morning light. This is my morning, my day to do exactly how I please. And today I choose to please myself.