Self Discovery Fiction

Fit to Love is a heartwarming and transformative Christian novella that follows Mariah, a woman grappling with loss, grief, and self-worth. After years of feeling disconnected from herself and those around her, Mariah embarks on a journey of healing, self-discovery, and faith. Guided by supportive friends, a dedicated fitness trainer, and her deepening relationship with God, Mariah learns to rebuild her confidence, rediscover her purpose, and embrace the love she deserves. As she faces emotional and spiritual challenges, Mariah's story reveals the power of faith, the importance of self-care...

"A poignant debut with beautiful writing." - Kirkus Review A broken man. A lost boy. A chance for redemption in the wilds of Northern Michigan. School custodian Buddy Robertson hides from the scars of abuse and loss, finding comfort only in the rhythms of the Northern Michigan wilderness—the hush of falling snow, the sweetness of maple sap, and the return of each spring's birdsong. He and his partner Mags live a quiet, humble existence. When Buddy meets Ben, a boy struggling with his own demons, their fragile bond forces Buddy to confront the painful past he has long buried. As seasons ...

Before she tried to sell the island out from under her daughter, Coco Baxter was just a girl who wanted to be seen. Coco grew up in Miami with money, privilege, and picture-perfect parents. But behind the designer clothes and poolside smiles were secrets, lies, and a growing storm of betrayal. At sixteen, Coco was angry—and determined to burn it all down. Shoplifting. Sneaking out. Older boys with fast cars and bad intentions. It was all just a game… until the consequences weren’t so easy to walk away from. This is the story of how Coco became Coco—the woman Holly Baxter loves, ...

Sometimes the future doesn’t arrive with a map. For Calvin, watching his best friend Sky take flight toward her dream sparks a quiet question he can’t ignore: What will my own path look like? Known around Maplewood for solving small mysteries with his loyal beagle, Pudge, Calvin begins to sense that curiosity alone won’t guide him forever. When an unexpected opportunity draws him from familiar streets to open water, Calvin steps into a world where patience matters more than speed, listening matters more than confidence, and the horizon is never a finish line—but an invitation. ...

A failing marriage. A forbidden kiss. And a love that changes everything. Eva is drowning in the weight of "having it all"—a high-pressure career in Slovenia, a teenage daughter she adores, and a husband who’s become a stranger. She’s spent years playing the perfect wife, mother, and manager, burying her own needs so deep she’s forgotten who she is. Then comes the opportunity of a lifetime: a temporary transfer to the United States. For the first time, Eva breathes. And then she meets Alex. Confident, free-spirited, and unapologetically herself, Alex ignites something in Eva she ...

Spring has arrived on Christmas Key—bringing sunshine, pranks, and more surprises than the island’s ready for. April Fool’s Day is in full swing, and Mayor Holly Baxter is busy wrangling yet another group of colorful visitors: a family of redheads best known for their stint on reality TV. Between planning events, keeping the peace, and dodging pranks, Holly barely has time to think… which is probably a good thing, because change is coming fast. She and Miguel are still going strong—spending more time together than apart—and the promise of an island wedding has everyone talking ...

She was writing fiction—until she realized she was the story. Katherine March was never supposed to be real. As a character in an unfinished novel, her life belonged to her creator—then he offered her a way out. Trade places. He becomes fiction, she becomes real. But something goes wrong. Grasping the manuscript of her life story, Katherine emerges into reality incomplete—part woman, part fiction. Now trapped between the worlds, unable to reach her family, and haunted by a deadly prophecy buried in the pages of her life, Katherine must finish the book… or be deleted along with ...

Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and on Christmas Key, love is blooming like bougainvillea. Things are heating up between Mayor Holly Baxter and the island’s newest (and handsomest) resident, Miguel. The annual seafood festival is on the horizon. And Holly’s just received her DNA results—along with a surprise revelation that might change everything she thought she knew about her family. There’s a man out there who might be the father Holly never thought she’d meet. But after a lifetime of believing he didn’t exist, is she ready to let someone new into her life... or her ...

THE SERIES THAT INSPIRED HEATED RIVALRY NOW A #1 STREAMING SHOW Enter the world of Game Changers, the series behind the epic enemies-to-lovers hockey romance Heated Rivalry, streaming on Crave in Canada and on HBO Max in the U.S. A friends-with-benefits arrangement between a veteran goalie...

SOME TRUTHS ONLY REVEAL THEMSELVES WHEN EVERYTHING ELSE FALLS APART. Tessa Williams is doing everything right—at least on the surface. At twenty-five, she’s an American medical student, fulfilling her father’s dreams, completing a clinical rotation in Botswana, Africa. But beneath her polished exterior, she’s unraveling—haunted by an abusive relationship, burdened by expectations, and increasingly unsure of what she wants for herself. A weekend escape to a remote safari lodge—and an unexpected connection with Corey Diallo, her South African guide with grief of his own—changes ...

Bronte Ashton thought she knew everything about her mother Loretta—until a stranger appears at her funeral claiming to be Loretta's long-lost sister. But Loretta was an only child. Grief turns to confusion, then a desire to find out the truth. Because while her siblings dismiss the woman as an impostor, Bronte can't ignore the nagging feeling that maybe they didn't know their mother at all.

Former model Astrid Lane lives a quiet life as a caterer, far from her days as rock star Callum Blake's famous wife. When a retrospective about the 1970s music scene sparks renewed interest in that era, Astrid's estranged daughter Zara reaches out about a podcast discussing her father's career—and a long-buried tragedy that changed their family forever.

"The White Fox" is this magical adventure about a little fox, pure white like fresh snow. It wakes up in a field of sparkly crystal flowers, but guess what? No memories! Zero. So, with a mysterious feather and some faint bell chimes guiding the way, our fox starts this incredible journey of discovery. Along the road, it bumps into some pretty unique pals: there's the kinda sad Wandering Bear, the totally dreamy Cloud Girl, the no-nonsense Shadow Smith, and the super old Messenger of Time. Every single meeting, every little lesson, is like a puzzle piece.

Mayor Holly Baxter is juggling pirates, potholes, and the possibility of a second chance at love. Just another week on Christmas Key. The island’s newest guests? A rowdy crew of weekend pirates who’ve traded rum for espresso and are leaving a trail of mayhem (and mysterious holes) in their wake. Add to that: Her ex’s new girlfriend who’s suddenly sticking around A fresh-faced family with twin boys who’ve turned the island into their personal playground And River O’Leary—Holly’s not-quite-ex, not-quite-boyfriend—who’s texting just enough to keep her heart off-balance ...

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER NOW A #1 STREAMING SHOW The epic enemies-to-lovers hockey romance from Rachel Reid, streaming on Crave in Canada and on HBO Max in the U.S. "The book that got me into hockey romance." —NPR's Weekend Edition on Heated Rivalry The next three scorching MM hockey...

When Sam walked herself down the aisle at the age of twenty-two, she never imagined wanting more than the life she had in that moment. Seven years later, with the ink still drying on both her law degree and her divorce papers, she arrives in Manhattan ready to start adulthood over and chase her dreams of becoming an entertainment lawyer, determined to prove to herself that upending her life was worth it.

Five years later, the lights still twinkle on Christmas Key—but a lot has changed. The island’s baby boom has officially landed: there’s a brand-new kindergarten class and a whole lot of chaos in the sandboxes. Social media influencers have discovered paradise, and now they’re everywhere—vlogging by the water, podcasting from cafés, and trying to make “#IslandVibes” a thing. But the real story this season isn’t in the hashtags or holiday lights. It’s Ruby Hudson. The beloved former First Lady and part-time Christmas Key resident has returned to the island with her husband...

Recently and abruptly divorced Veronica Barrington is anxious for a new direction when she answers a listing for a travel companion. It’s from Mariah Ellsworth, a young woman adjusting to an injury that ended her Olympic career. She’s also grieving her mother, Rachel, a lauded food writer, and Mariah aims to trace the steps of her mother’s final, unfinished project so she can heal and also honor the woman she misses.

The island’s getting smaller homes, bigger families, and one very overdue baby. It’s the holiday season on Christmas Key, and the whole island is wrapped in lights, tinsel, and anticipation. Holly Baxter—mayor, mom-to-be, and reality TV wrangler—is nine months pregnant and busier than ever. With HGTV crews arriving to film the launch of a beachfront tiny home community, the pressure is on…and so is the swelling, heartburn, and back pain. As stargazers descend for a once-in-a-lifetime meteor shower, Holly’s juggling a lot of things: a surprise visit from Coco that brings ...

🌈 Don’t miss this feel-good, friends to lovers romance – perfect for fans of Alexis Hall & Alexandria Bellefleur, this 2026!🤰 'I missed my Tube stop, I was so engrossed!' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Writing that reaches straight for your heart and refuses to let go' CLARE LYDON...