by Amber Kalkes
“I would love to read more of your writings! Loved this series! I usually don't read young adult books but I couldn't put it down!”-hope anne
My Beloved
By: T.M. Mendes
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“From fantasy to paperbound!Simplify and honestly one of my favorite all time books! As a young reader, I was drawn to this book like a moth to the flame because of my favorite two aspects.Vampires and Romance…”
-Lilianna Meza
Unique, Different, Found
By: Violet Samuels
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“I really enjoyed this book from start to finish. It made me so happy at some parts and at others I was crying my eyes out!...”
-Nichole
Handcuffs,Kisses and Awkward Situations
By: Olivia Harvard
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“One of the best stories I've read so far. I love the plot and how the story is filled with funny and adorable moments. Can't stop reading it once I start. This is really a book worth reading.”- Christina Li
The Bad Girl and The Good Boy
By: Karla Luna
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“This book was completely and utterly wonderful! I always found myself either smiling or laughing my butt off to the point of having tears running down my face! This book is worth every penny of your money and totally worth pulling an all-nighter just to finish the book! “
-D76
Of New Beginnings
By: Le-an Lai Lacaba
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“Wow! I was finally able to find a collection of short stories that I liked. There were short stories in the book, all of which I liked. I felt like I was back in high school experiencing my first love. This book is a good read, I assure you, and I would definitely recommend buying it. Thumbs up to the author!”-Martha Judds
Psycho Sitter
By: Alexandra Ayers
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“Most thrilling book that I have ever read! I have already bought the book and read it twice, that's how amazing this book is. I give major props to the author Alexandria Ayers for writing such a captivating story, especially at such a young age. Great job.” -Darlene boltz
Acknowledgements
First, I want to thank my mom Shannon. Without her letting me develop my brain in incubation of nearly ten months then, graciously going through the agony of aiding my escape, none of this would have happened. This was followed by years of supporting me being ‘artsy farsty’ no matter how bizarre or ambitious these endeavors got. Without her sometimes harsh but always-honest criticism, I don’t think I would have ever been able to trust in my abilities enough to ever let anyone see my writing.
Secondly, I want to thank my husband Micheal. He’s been incredibly supportive and patient with me throughout this whole experience. I got into some darker places while writing this and without him helping me pull myself up by my bootstrap I wouldn’t have made it. He’s given me a son, unconditional love and a never-ending source of leading man material.
Thirdly, I want to say 'hi' to my son Salem. He’s only two years old right now and though he probably won’t see this for a long time, I hope that when he does he’ll be proud. See? Mommy can be cool… sometimes.
Of course, I also want to thank my agent Le-an Lacaba. Le-an looked beyond my obvious spelling errors and helped me get this story published. She’s been amazingly understanding through this. I can be difficult sometimes but she helped me push through.
Lastly, I want to thank the fans. Without the readers I’ve accumulated over time I would never have had this opportunity. I was just some writer typing out quirky little stories on the Internet and by some miracle they saw something they liked in my work. I can’t be more thankful for this. I honestly can’t.
To all those who struggle with depression, self-injury and anxiety you have nothing but my respect. I am one of you and without the community of support out there I don’t think I could have made this story a reality. You are the ones who overcome the stigma of mental illness and show such a bravery that I am in awe of you. You can make your way through this and so will I because at the end of the day this story is about hope. Hope of a better tomorrow.
Thank you.
About the Author
Amber Kalkes has been alive for twenty-five years and over that time has accumulated a husband, a son and a fluffy gray cat. She’s lived in Minnesota most of her life and as such, is usually too snowed in to go many other places. A lifelong lover of the macabre and morbid, she hopes that you will enjoy her twisted sense of humor more than everyone else does.