To many people, especially those who joined the fandom in the late '90s, Sailor Moon is synonymous with anime. The show burst onto North American televisions like a supernova of color and character, bringing all things Japanese front and center in Western consciousness - and creating a devoted fandom that persists to this day, changing the lives of young girls and women. But just why did this magical girl phenomena have such deep, abiding impact on so many female fans in North America? Why did it succeed when the odds seemed stacked against it, and why does this love persist? Join authors Steve Savage and Bonnie Walling as they take you on a tour of just how powerfully Sailor Moon affected the girls and women who discovered it. Taken from interviews with more than thirty fans of the series, you'll get a personal view into how the media phenomena changed lives and influences its female fans to this day. Discover a show that was surprisingly different to its audience when it came to North America, with stories and characters that amazed and inspired its female audience. Dive into the early days of internet fandom, where Sailor Moon inspired a new kingdom of websites and fanfic. Explore how a single show led women and girls on a journey of friendship and discovery. If you're a loyal fan or have one in your life, if you want to understand how pop culture affects and inspires women, this is your chance to find out what happened when the Moon Princess met her new female followers in North America and changed lives.

In the depths of a forgotten forest, where moonbeams bathed the world in their ethereal glow, a love story unfolded. It was a tale of two souls, each bearing their own burdens, yet drawn together by an irresistible force. In this timeless romance, a male vampire named Adrian would find his heart captivated by the gentle spirit of a blind human girl named Evelyn. Their encounter was unexpected, a serendipitous moment that would forever change the course of their lives. Adrian, burdened by the weight of immortality, wandered the shadows in search of solace. It was in those moonlit nights that he stumbled upon Evelyn, her blindness no barrier to the radiance that emanated from her very being. Theirs was a love that defied logic and surpassed the boundaries of the physical world. Adrian, drawn to Evelyn's inner light, could not resist the allure of her gentle spirit. And Evelyn, in turn, felt a profound connection to Adrian, sensing the depth of his soul despite her inability to see him with her eyes. As their story unfolded, Adrian and Evelyn faced countless challenges, their love tested by the shadows that threatened to engulf them. They embarked on a journey of self-discovery, confronting their fears and insecurities, and learning to embrace their shadows as integral parts of their beings. In the moonlit nights, they discovered the transformative power of vulnerability, compassion, and unconditional love. Their path was not without its share of passionate moments, as desire and longing ignited fiery encounters that brought them closer together. In the moonlit nights, their bodies and souls intertwined, exploring the depths of intimacy and connection that could only be born from such an extraordinary love. But their journey was not solely filled with joy and passion. As the story unfolded, Adrian and Evelyn encountered heartbreak and faced seemingly insurmountable obstacles that tested the very foundation of their love. Yet, through it all, they clung to the belief that their connection was something extraordinary, a love that transcended the boundaries of their individual worlds. In the dance of destiny and the embracing of shadows, Adrian and Evelyn discovered the profound power of their love to heal, transform, and transcend. They learned that true love knows no limitations and can defy the odds, even in the face of heartbreak and uncertainty. And in the moonlit nights that guided their journey, they found solace, strength, and the eternal presence of their love forever veiled in the enchanting glow of the moon. This is the story of Adrian and Evelyn, a tale of two souls who dared to embrace the extraordinary, surrendering to the intoxicating allure of their love. Join them as they navigate the intricacies of fate, grapple with their inner demons, and dance through the chapters of their intertwined destinies. Embark on a journey filled with passion, challenges, and the timeless beauty of a love that is forever veiled in moonlight.

Hayley Bryant has changed a lot in the two years since her boss’s rejection sent her running. She’s travelled the world and is now a grown woman who knows just how to get what she wants. Coming face-to-face with her former boss shouldn’t affect her at all. Except it does. Mitchell still makes her burn as hot as ever. Good thing she’s brought her sexy friend with benefits, Ty, along as a plus one to a wedding on Bandicoot Cove Island. Mitch Wood has always put business first, except for when he hired his little sister’s friend as an intern. Pushing Hayley away was the right thing to do at the time, but he can’t deny the attraction now. This time, he’ll have to come to Hayley, and her plus one might prove to be a bit of an obstacle. Fortunately, Mitch has never been one to shy away from a little competition. Each book in the Bandicoot Cove series is a standalone story that can be enjoyed out of order. Series Order: Book #1 Tropical Sin Book #2 Paradise Found Book #3 Island Idyll Book #4 Sunlit Surrender Book #5 Sunset Heat Book #6 Moonlight Mirage

Two young mice venture into a moonlit night where they meet an older mouse who, along with other animal friends, teaches them about love's eternal nature.

Christina's Rose of a Tear is a collection of poems dedicated to one individual that has helped me through the worst time of my life and has reopened my passion, soul, and heart. She inspired me to write this book in one day. To show that I can still write poems about sorrow and love. It captures my passion for life for one person. The poems reflect my sorrows but mostly my love for one person that put me back together when I was at my lowest. She showed me it was okay to love again. Please enjoy the poems and the passion that are captured in the book.