Self Discovery Fiction

In a world yearning for a brighter future, "The Futurist: The Unsuspecting Architect of Our Future Reality" beckons you to embark on a soul-stirring odyssey of transformation and wonder. Meet Evelyn, a seemingly ordinary woman whose journey transcends the boundaries of imagination and possibility. Guided by mystical whispers and enigmatic mentors, Evelyn unearths her true purpose—to design a world where humanity's radiance and potential shine unbound. With courage as her compass, she dares to confront the shadows of history, weaving the threads of compassion, unity, and creativity into a ...

Looking for a riveting tale of adventure, honor, and redemption? Look no further than "The Thrall's Redemption" by Bjorn Wolfe. Set in the untamed wilds of medieval Scandinavia, this thrilling novel follows the journey of a young thrall who must navigate treacherous terrain and even more dangerous politics in order to secure freedom and reclaim honor. With richly drawn characters, pulse-pounding action, and an unforgettable storyline that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end, "The Thrall's Redemption" is a must-read for anyone who loves epic tales of heroism and triumph...

COURAGE - CHARACTER - CONVICTION Stom Carpenter has always lived on the fringes, navigating the confusing and isolating world of high school under an assumed name. Unseen for who he really is, and standing out only for his differences, he’s a silent giant in the halls—a boy whose quiet nature and intense focus make him an easy target for ridicule. Misunderstood by his peers and even by himself, Stom carries the weight of struggles he can’t explain, living in a time when words like "autism" and "neurodivergent" were rarely spoken and even less understood. COMPATIBILITY WAS ONLY A ...

The Boy Who Conquered a Star – A Journey from Darkness to Inner Light The Boy Who Conquered a Star is an inspiring, soul-stirring novel that blends philosophy, self-discovery, and the triumph of the human spirit. Written by acclaimed Colombian author Jaime Bedoya Martínez, this powerful story follows Michael Alexander—a once-rebellious, lazy boy who suffers a life-altering accident and finds himself confined to a wheelchair. But from this tragedy, a miracle is born. Guided by the voice of a guardian angel and fueled by a newfound thirst for knowledge, Michael undergoes a radical ...

A lesson in love, success and destroying it all... Georgia Florence is a woman in the middle of her abundant life. A woman who is never late and never lost. Until now. Now she is lost amongst wanting different, wanting who she used to be, and drowning in the opinions of those around her. Whilst Georgia’s past hurt will lead her to question her own value, it is her final decision that will make the most noise. A decision made in search of hope. As her feet keep her grounded for what may be one last time, the next step forward could be the one that changes everything, for everyone. After ...

When is an innocent fortune cookie not so innocent? After Jane’s shady landlord damages her house, her life is turned upside down. A Chinese take-out fortune cookie paper says Adventure Awaits and she decides it’s time to step out of her colorless life, to pursue her bucket list binder, one little dream at a time. Along the way, more and more fortune cookies pop up, increasingly threatening, in random places. Fearing for her life, Jane flees to her old hometown. Can Jane fight back against the fortune cookies’ threats in time? If you like clean suspense with a strong female character ...

1944, Chicago. From desperate small-town teen to star of the burlesque circuit, Violet Ernte has survived tough choices and more than one reinvention. Now, framed for an underworld murder, she has one way out: agree to keep Marcie, a reckless USO showgirl and mobster's daughter, on the straight and narrow. Vi's new act: play innocent ingenue and join the all-American song-and-dance troupe bound for overseas to a war-torn Italy.

Isabel Lawson is standing on the balcony of her suite at the Hotel de Crillon as she gazes at the twinkling lights of the Champs-Élysées and wonders if she’s made a terrible mistake. She was supposed to be visiting the Christmas tree in the Place de la Concorde and eating escargots and macaroons with her new husband on their honeymoon. But a week before the wedding, she called it off.

"Memoirs of a Disguise" is a rich Literary Fiction book set prominently in New York City and various locations during the early 20th century. The tale commences with the introduction of Kerry Mackintosh, a man burdened by his failing music shop. This plight leads to the fateful encounter with Horatio Bottomfield - a compelling stranger seeking employment, marking the inception of an intense and complicated narrative. Join the JourneyFollowing his hiring, Bottomfield embarks on a dynamic journey through the harsh realities of life in the early 20th century, filled with intriguing characters,...

In " The Lost Souls' Banshees ", two childhood friends find themselves caught in a whirlwind of emotions and challenges that will test their faith, friendship, and loyalties. Aidan, a seminarian in Rome, grapples with existential doubts following the suicide of a fellow classmate and the discovery of a revealing book. Filled with uncertainty, he returns to his hometown of Omagh, unaware that his childhood friend Gael is involved with the IRA. As Aidan navigates his wavering faith and his deep concern for Eryn's health, along with Gael's questionable actions, a tragedy unfolds in Omagh that ...

Can understanding the past unlock the key to your future? In Memories of My Future, award-winning author Ammar Habib and Anil Sinha present a powerful story of redemption, self-discovery, and the unbreakable bond between history and identity. Dr. Avinash Singh has it all: a brilliant career as a world-renowned heart surgeon, the respect of his peers, and a life built on the pursuit of perfection. But when tragedy strikes the operating room, Avinash’s carefully constructed world crumbles, forcing him to confront haunting memories and question everything he once believed. As he delves into ...

Best Book Awards Women's Fiction Finalist 2024 Indies Today Finalist 2024 Readers' Favorite 5 star review Toni Agosti is having a midlife crisis at age thirty-five. Unsurprising, since she hasn’t achieved her dream job of becoming a cellist in the Los Angeles Philharmonic and, instead, is trapped teaching music all day. She’s also barely surviving in her shaky marriage to former soulmate and new Mr. Condescending, uh…Christian. When she learns about her ancestor leaving Italy to reestablish his winery in early 1900s LA, she longs to awaken the freedom-filled family legacy and escape ...

Originally published in 1994, When the World Was Steady is award-winning author Claire Messud's first novel.

Harold Schernoff, fourteen-year-old science whiz and social outcast, has a theory to solve every problem, from dating to dealing with bullies, to making money, to playing sports, to buying a car when you’re underage. Want to learn to ski? Try: Mass x acceleration x slope of hill = EEEEEAAGGHHH! Here’s another surefire formula: Golf balls + car = BANG!Science turns slapstick when Harold and his buddy team up to test Schernoff’s Discoveries.

Ava Richards is embracing her main character energy, prioritizing her self care and crushing it in her media career. And what she’s not going to do? Waste another year of life waiting on “the one.” On the brink of hitting the big 4-0, Ava awakens to a mind-blowing revelation: life is slipping through her fingers like an Insta story on fast forward. Having sacrificed everything for her ambition, the successful media mogul yearns for the good old days with her squad of former besties. But when she reaches out to reconnect, she’s met with chilly indifference. Determined to revive her ...

Quigley Tree drops out of college. At age 23, she's been a complete failure. If she doesn't do something soon, her life will careen into a deep, dark, irrevocable void. Tick Tock. That soon is now. From the publisher: Five-Star Review from Readers' Favorite by Lorraine Cobcroft: Quigley Tree, the protagonist of Linda A. Lavid’s novel of the same name, is a young woman with an odd name. A college dropout from a dysfunctional home, and recently escaped from a relationship with a narcissist, Quigley needs to find a new place to live, quickly. A unique idea sets her on a path to find ...

Twenty-eight-year-old struggling San Francisco artist Anne McFarland is determined to get a one-woman show, even though no one, including herself, believes she can do it. But when she buys a coat at a thrift shop with a key in its pocket, strange, even magical, occurrences begin to unfold, and she is inspired to create her best work ever.

Embark on a magical journey that follows the life of an injured caterpillar, From his initial care and rehabilitation to his stunning transformation, the story of Mr Grump represents a heartwarming tale of friendship and self-discovery. Perfect for all ages, especially for readers young at heart, This story is a perfect fit for those who like books like White Fang, Call of the Wild and Tarka the Otter. .

Aiden Emerson is an all-star pitcher and the all-around golden boy of Riverton. Or at least he was, before he quit the team the last day of junior year without any explanation. How could he tell people he's losing his vision at 17? Straitlaced Olivia thought she had life all figured out. But when her dream internship falls apart, her estranged mother comes back into her life, and her longtime boyfriend ghosts her right before summer break, she's starting to think fate has a weird sense of humor.

Emily Herds an Ox is a contemporary novel that utilizes the framework of the "Ten Ox Herding Pictures" from Zen Buddhism. The Ten Ox-herding Pictures have concretely depicted the process in which the imperfect, limited, and relative self (the little child) awakens to the perfect, unlimited, and absolute essential self (the ox), grasps it, tames it, forgets it, and completely incorporates it into the personality. The “Ten Ox Herding Pictures” shows the stages of Zen practice and enlightenment. Depicting both dramatic breakthroughs and plodding practice, it reconciles “sudden ...