Halloween 2024
Cursed to live as a beast until he fathers an heir, Crown Prince Dorian struggles with his appearance and self-worth. 'The Beauties and the Beastly Man' is a tale of love, transformation, and self-acceptance in the face of an ancient curse.
In a world shaped by unique biology and mating rituals, Kara and her family navigate the annual Bloom Festival of Origins—a time for communal bonding and renewal. Experiencing her first festival, Kara learns about love, family, and the mysteries of her people’s nature. Observed by Dr. Grimling, an alien biologist, the story delves into connection, tradition, and what defines us as human. A compelling tale of discovery, unity, and the resilience of community.
Psychologists tell us that memory can be triggered by sensory input. I like many, accepted that fact without much thought. We can all recall times when some sight, sound, smell or taste would remind us of something from our past. Over a month ago it happened to me but unlike previous occurrences, a whole series of memories were triggered leaving me stunned, shaking, aching in my heart for what had once been but would never be again.
You only turn 23 once and although it's not usually thought of as a "significant" birthday, my girlfriends weren't going to let it go by without celebrating it. With a little help from some friends, it was indeed a birthday to remember.