Colleen Hoover

K. F. Breene

Ginger Scott

Tijan

Aleatha Romig

Emma Scott

Debra Anastasia

A. L. Jackson

Jessica Sorensen

Devney Perry

M. Lynn

Lilly Wilde

S. M. Soto

Evan Grace

K. L. Grayson

J. B. Salsbury

Jaci Wheeler

Amy Daws

L. K. Farlow

T. K. Rapp

Gianna Gabriela

Cathlin Shahriary

B. B. Easton

Julie Solano

Tracy Justice

Santana Blair

Have you ever been curious how a writer's mind works?The Bookworm Box is proud to present ONE MORE STEP, an exciting and unique reading experience.Each of the twenty-six authors featured in this anthology were given the same first sentence. Where they took that first sentence was completely up to them.Every story is different.No story is related.The only thing these stories have in common is their starting point.All of the authors showcased in this anthology were featured in The Bookworm Box charity during 2019.Each author has graciously donated their story so that 100% of profits from this anthology will be going to the various charities The Bookworm Box is able to support because of you, the readers.The following authors have contributed to this anthology:A.L. Jackson, Aleatha Romig, Amy Daws, B.B. Easton, Cathlin Shahriary, Colleen Hoover, Debra Anastasia, Devney Perry, Emma Scott, Evan Grace, Gianna Gabriela, Ginger Scott, Jaci Wheeler, J.B. Salsbury, Jessica Sorensen, Julie Solano, Tracy Justice, K.F. Breene, K.L. Grayson, S.M. Soto, Lilly Wilde, L.K. Farlow, M. Lynn, Santana Blair, Tijan, T.K. Rapp

An Anthology

One More Step

Viola Banks had music in her blood. As an aspiring song writer, she grew up wanting nothing more than to have her words sung for all the world to hear. That all changed when she fell in love and married a man whose ambitions became more important than her own. And when it all fell disastrously apart, she realized she was left with nothing but shattered dreams and empty promises. A fairy tale without the happy ending. Trying to pick up the pieces, Viola decides to move to Los Angeles for a new beginning. Her chance to find the voice she thought she had lost. Wyatt Jenson's life was settled. He had a job. A girlfriend. A future. Moving back to L.A. to take over the family business was the last thing he wanted. But obligation called and he found himself putting down roots in the last place he ever thought he would be. He finds himself the new owner of String Beans, the local music hotspot and coffee shop. It only takes one night, one song, one random encounter, and lives can change forever. Viola has to learn to open a heart that's been broken. Because the only way to move on is to remember how to love.

String Beans

A good love story always begins the same way. A chance meeting. A sizzling look. A flat tire... Dani Miner could have been voted least likely to be a damsel in distress. Tabor Hunter should have been voted most likely to do the rescuing. So when Dani gets a flat tire on her way home one evening, she is, at first, less than thrilled to be helped out by a man that is clearly too charming for his own good. Even if he is handsome. And buff. And the king of the thousand watt smile. However, prickly Dani is eventually charmed by her hottie knight in shining sunglasses. And a brief moment spent on the side of the road on a hot summer evening quickly leads to a first date. But what Dani doesn't realize is that she has just agreed to go out with the very famous defensive end for the San Diego Quakes. And Tabor is thrilled to finally meet a woman who doesn't fall at his overly athletic feet. This year's most valuable player is excited to have a chance to be an ordinary guy with a less than ordinary woman. But being a celebrity can put a real kink in your love life and Dani, a woman used to a much quieter life, is soon caught up in the high paced world of fame and football. Falling in love is easy. Falling in love with a sports star is another story. Can Dani figure out how to play the game before she fumbles her chance at happiness?

Fumbled

Brighton and Leah have been the best of friends since seventh grade. Where Brighton is the quiet one who is focused on school, Leah is the bold and daring one who craves the adoration of an audience. It's always worked for them, until now. Heading into their senior year, Brighton is challenged with an opportunity that can change the course of her future. The only problem? She just might have to step out of her best friend's shadow. But when Leah doesn't support the choices she makes, Brighton is forced to reevaluate what true friendship is. Brighton is changing and exciting doors are opening. A new world of music, friends, and even love are falling at her feet. But it's hard to enjoy it when Leah's life is spiraling out of control. Now Brighton must try to not only save her friendship, but also her friend, before it's too late.

The Upside of Regret

oey, Cole, Haden and Braxton have been a constant in my life since I was five, and I have loved being one of the guys. I've been cheerleader. I've been study partner. I've been listener. When we're young, we don't realize the profound impact certain people will have on our lives. I had no idea twelve years ago I'd meet four boys who would turn out to be my best friends, my soul mates - my barmy. Now school is almost done, our last summer together is drawing closer, and I'm trying to hold on to what we have while I still can. After this, we'll have to say goodbye to each other as our choices will take our lives in different directions. But I don't know if our friendship can survive once secrets and surprises begin revealing themselves to us at every turn. When it's all said and done, will our friendships remain unbreakable? Or will our once strong bond prove to be weaker than we anticipated? Letting go is harder than I though, but some changes are necessary. And finding Laila...finding myself...may be the greatest journey of all.

Some Changes Are Necessary

Finding Laila

What happens when the fairy tale ends before it even begins? Three years, two graduations, an engagement and a move to another state, Emogen and Ryan are more in love than ever. He's the one man she never expected to have and the only man she's determined to keep. He's her forever, and there's nothing she wouldn't do for him. Almost, that is. Ryan announces that he's accepted a job offer that requires yet another move. Angry he didn't discuss his decision with her first, Emogen refuses to pack up and follow. She has a career, too, and she's not ready to give it up. Although determined to make the long distance thing work, their lives and careers begin to take a toll on the relationship, leaving them to wonder if they're doing the right thing. Sometimes love isn't enough. When you lose the one thing you are certain of, will you fight to get it back? Or will you let it go?

Mine to Lose

YA Edition: A good love story always begins the same way. A chance meeting. A sizzling look. A flat tire... Dani Miner could have been voted least likely to be a damsel in distress. Tabor Hunter should have been voted most likely to do the rescuing. So when Dani gets a flat tire on her way home one evening, she is, at first, less than thrilled to be helped out by a man that is clearly too charming for his own good. Even if he is handsome. And buff. And the king of the thousand watt smile. However, prickly Dani is eventually charmed by her hottie knight in shining sunglasses. And a brief moment spent on the side of the road on a hot summer evening quickly leads to a first date. But what Dani doesn't realize is that she has just agreed to go out with the very famous defensive end for the San Diego Quakes. And Tabor is thrilled to finally meet a woman who doesn't fall at his overly athletic feet. This year's most valuable player is excited to have a chance to be an ordinary guy with a less than ordinary woman. But being a celebrity can put a real kink in your love life and Dani, a woman used to a much quieter life, is soon caught up in the high paced world of fame and football. Falling in love is easy. Falling in love with a sports star is another story. Can Dani figure out how to play the game before she fumbles her chance at happiness?

Fumbled - YA

T. K. Rapp

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