Jordon Greene ist ein Erzähler, dessen Werk tief in der südlichen Landschaft verwurzelt ist, insbesondere im Vorgebirge der Appalachen. Sein Schreiben erforscht die Nuancen des täglichen Lebens und verleiht scheinbar gewöhnlichen Erfahrungen oft eine ausgeprägte erzählerische Stimme. Greenes Prosa lädt die Leser in eine Welt ein, die von seiner einzigartigen Perspektive geprägt ist, und bietet Reflexionen, die mit Authentizität und einem Hauch von regionalem Charme resonieren. Seine Geschichten fangen den Geist eines Ortes und seiner Menschen mit einem aufmerksamen und fesselnden Stil ein.
As Skylar and Jacob embark on their first holiday together, they navigate the excitement and challenges of their new relationship. With the backdrop of winter festivities, they confront both joyful moments and potential obstacles, testing their bond. This story explores themes of love, growth, and the significance of shared experiences in a young couple's journey.
Noah Andrews hates to lie, but that′s exactly what his life is. One big lie.At least that′s how he feels as a nerdy, closeted, gay high school senior in a suburban North Carolina town.But after months of fretting and hiding behind his quotes, Noah finally does it. He comes out to the world, and realizes he had nothing to fear after all. With his lies behind him Noah is ready to take on his new future.On the same night Noah gets a message from an anonymous boy with a crush on him, and all his dreams begin to come true.But is Noah truly ready for what life has planned for him?-------------------TW: Homophobia, death, grief, bullying, mention of suicide
The story follows Jacob Walters, whose life is dominated by his father's harsh treatment. When a new transfer student catches his attention and becomes a target of his father's cruelty, Jacob is faced with difficult choices that challenge his loyalty and courage. The narrative explores themes of family dynamics, friendship, and the struggle to stand up against abuse.
Tyler Gentry is confident. Confident life is full of effed up moments, people he wants nothing to do with, and the universe just isn't feeling his vibe. And just months after his boyfriend's death, the universe seems to be at it again when the guy he hates most finds him crying in the park.Aidan Molina is anything but confident. He's never met his dad, he's bullied for everything he's worth, and he's horrified to let anyone read the book he's writing. Despite it all, Aidan looks to the stars with hope even months after his best friend's death. Then one late spring night he finds Tyler crying on a park bench.In the moment, the two make an unlikely agreement to carry through with their lost (boy)friend's dream to see Breegge's Comet up in the mountains. It sounds like a good plan, but it's getting there that's hard.Can Tyler put his hatred for Aidan aside?Can Aidan keep his heart in check?