A middle grade debut that's a heartrending coming-of-age tale, perfect for fans of Bridge to Terabithia and Counting By 7s. Eleven-year-old Riley believes in the whispers, magical fairies that will grant you wishes if you leave them tributes. Riley has a lot of wishes. He wishes bullies at school would stop picking on him. He wishes Dylan, his 8th grade crush, liked him, and Riley wishes he would stop wetting the bed. But most of all, Riley wishes for his mom to come back home. She disappeared a few months ago, and Riley is determined to crack the case. He even meets with a detective, Frank, to go over his witness statement time and time again. Frustrated with the lack of progress in the investigation, Riley decides to take matters into his own hands. So he goes on a camping trip with his friend Gary to find the whispers and ask them to bring his mom back home. But Riley doesn't realize the trip will shake the foundation of everything that he believes in forever.

The mystery continues in this spine-tingling, creepily atmospheric follow up to Sophie Cleverly's The Lost Twin! Scarlet and Ivy may have been reunited, but they are definitely not out of danger... At the bidding of their cold-hearted stepmother, twin sisters Scarlet and Ivy are sentenced to board for a year at Rookwood School. The headmaster is cruel, the hallways are drafty, and there seems to be a thief afoot. When the finger of suspicion is pointed at Scarlet, she'll do whatever it takes to clear her name—including some late-night detective work. But in the darkness of Rookwood, mysteries of the past come to light. The walls are talking of secrets past, and it's up to Scarlet and Ivy to listen to their story...

Book Two in Lauraine Snelling's Exciting Wild West Wind Series After fleeing North Dakota and the now defunct Wild West Show, Cassie Lockwood and her companions have finally found the hidden valley in South Dakota where her father had dreamed of putting down roots. But to her dismay, she discovers a ranch already built on her land. Cassie's arrival surprises Mavis Engstrom and forces her to reveal secrets she's kept hidden for years. Her son Ransom is suspicious of Cassie and questions the validity of her claim to the valley. But Lucas Engstrom decides from the start that he is in love with her and wants to marry her. Will Cassie be able to build a home on the Bar E Ranch and fulfill her father's dream of raising horses, or will she be forced to return to the itinerant life of her past?

I heard him staggering down the hallway, banging into the banister sloshing his drink of choice, most likely a gin and tonic, along the way. As he reached for her door, I felt my airways constrict and the walls of the room close in around me. My body stiffened, and my senses numbed, as I listened for the faint squeak of my bedroom door to open softly. I am, 17 year-old aristocratic-born Candace Spencer, and I quickly recognized the monster that prowled the darkness of my sanctuary. My breath faded as the muscular figures slithered into my room and onto my body. My nightmare only lasted a few minutes several times a week but I lost a part of my soul a little bit more during each horrific moment. I closed my eyes and lived one more death as he devoured me, but tonight I vowed it would end. The prominent and respected businessman revered by the community would not return to my bedroom again. Never again! I had no idea how long it had been away; a Spiritual Guide's time was measured very differently compared to human lifetime. Was it a day later or had one or twenty years passed? Right now I had my first assignment in my new form, Mari Santiago, a 16 year-old teenager struggling to survive her family's domestic violence and sexual assaults in the tough streets of New York. The Whispers Within reveals the parallel of two dissimilar lives between two teenagers: one alive and the other dead. Mari comes to know Candace in a manner she would have never dreamt. Candace, having lived life at the opposite economic strata from the inner city life Mari was accustomed to, is only equipped with whispers of encouragement to defeat Mari's demons. How will Candace handle returning to earth as a spirit when she did not deal with her own nemesis while alive? Will Mari be consumed by the demons that surround her or will Candace pave a way for Mari to flee them? Will they both come to know each other's demons? Will Candace's whispers be enough for Mari to conquer her demons while building a new life?

There exists a voice within each of us, a quiet whisper amidst the clamor of the world. It speaks not in words, but in feelings, intuitions, and deep knowing. This voice is our inner guide, our compass, always pointing us towards our truth. I recall a time when this inner voice was particularly strong. I was at a crossroads in my life, facing a decision that would have a profound impact on my future. Fear and uncertainty clouded my mind, each path seeming fraught with risk and the potential for regret. Yet, amidst this turmoil, a gentle voice emerged, urging me towards a path I had not considered. It was not a voice of logic or reason, but one of deep inner knowing. It felt like a pull towards a destiny that was meant for me, a path aligned with my true self. We are constantly bombarded with external noise, the opinions of others, societal expectations, and the relentless chatter of our own minds. This noise can easily drown out the subtle whisper of our inner voice, making it difficult to discern our own truth. At the crossroads of choice, this inner voice becomes paramount. It cuts through the confusion, providing clarity and direction. It speaks to our deepest desires, our values, and our innate wisdom. It guides us towards choices that are in alignment with our authentic selves. The inner voice is not always easy to hear. It requires stillness, presence, and a willingness to listen. It may come as a gentle nudge, a sudden insight, or a deep sense of knowing. The more we cultivate our ability to listen, the clearer and stronger this voice becomes. The inner voice is our compass, guiding us through the twists and turns of life. It is not infallible, but it always points us in the direction of our highest good. It may lead us down unexpected paths, challenge our preconceived notions, and push us beyond our comfort zones. This voice is not about seeking comfort or ease. It is about aligning with our truth, even when it is uncomfortable or challenging. It is about embracing growth, expansion, and the unfolding of our highest potential. Trusting this inner voice requires courage. It means letting go of the need for certainty and embracing the unknown. It means having faith in ourselves and the wisdom that resides within.

Whispers in the Night is a haunting tale that delves into the depths of human emotions and the enigmatic realm of the supernatural. Set in the small town of Ravenwood, where secrets lie buried in the darkness, the story follows the life of Amelia Hartley, a young woman caught amid a mysterious and unsettling series of events. Amelia, haunted by her past and burdened with overwhelming grief, finds solace in the stillness of the night. During these hours, she began to hear whispers, soft and elusive, as if carried on the wings of the wind. These whispers, however, are no ordinary sounds but the ethereal voices of spirits longing to be heard. As the whispers grow louder and more persistent. Amelia embarks on a journey of self-discovery, determined to uncover the truth that lies hidden in the shadows. With each step she takes, she unravels the intricate web of secrets that have plagued Ravenwood for generations. In this atmospheric and emotionally charged narrative, Whispers in the Night explores themes of love, loss, forgiveness, and the resilience of the human spirit. It immerses readers in a world where reality and the supernatural intertwine, blurring the lines between what is seen and what is felt. Amelia encounters a diverse cast of characters as the story folds, each harboring their dark secrets and personal demons. From the enigmatic and alluring stranger who seems to know more than he reveals, to the elderly widow consumed by regret, to the troubled young boy desperate for redemption, the lives of these individuals become entwined in a fate they never expected. Throughout the pages of Whispers in the Night, readers will experience a rollercoaster of emotions. They will feel the weight of sorrow, the chill of fear, and the warmth of love, as they join Amelia on her gripping journey toward self-discovery and redemption.

In the heart of Whisper Creek, where shadows whisper secrets and memories cling to the mist, Sarah stumbles upon an ancient mystery. Guided by the chilling echoes of her vanished grandmother and the pulsating power of a moonstone pendant, she finds herself drawn into the forbidden depths of the Whispering Willows. Within the tangled embrace of these spectral trees lies the Moonlit Coven, a group shrouded in whispers, their past stained by betrayal and their present threatened by darkness. As Sarah delves deeper, she uncovers a hidden world of forgotten magic, where she must navigate a perilous path between ancient truths and chilling dangers. Faced with corrupted sorcerers who crave forbidden power and the lingering echoes of her grandmother's sacrifice, Sarah must summon her courage and embrace the whispers, unraveling the secrets of the Heartwood, the Nexus of Whisper Creek's magic. This is a story of whispers and shadows, of courage in the face of darkness, and of a desperate quest to unravel the truth – a truth that holds the key to a town's forgotten magic and a family's shattered legacy. Will Sarah find her grandmother, restore balance to the Heartwood, and silence the whispers forever? Dive into "Whispers in the Dark" and discover the answer in this thrilling tale of magic, mystery, and the echoes of the past.