Dear Reader, Love Giselle Mascarenhas

Dear Reader,

Before you turn another page, I want you to know something. 

I did not write this book because I figured life out.

I wrote it because I forgot.

I forgot the little girl I was before I learned to perform. Before I learned to make myself smaller. Before I learned to measure my worth by how much I accomplished, how needed I was, how well I could take care of everyone else, or how successfully I could hold everything together.

And somewhere along the way, I started remembering her.

That’s who I want you to think about as you read She Forgot She Was Free.

You.

Before the world got loud.

There are things in these pages that are deeply personal to me. There are moments I am proud of and moments I wish had happened differently. There is heartbreak. Shame. Ego. Loss. Faith. Joy. Reinvention. There are people I loved imperfectly and people who loved me imperfectly.

I left the messy parts in because I need you to know that you are allowed to love yours, too.

Please don’t read my story looking for instructions on how to become me.

God didn’t create you to become me.

I want you to find you in these pages.

Maybe you’ll remember the moment you stopped dancing.

Maybe you’ll recognize a belief you formed when you were eight years old that you’re still carrying at forty, fifty, sixty, or seventy.

Maybe you’ll realize you’ve spent years proving something that was never true in the first place.

Maybe you’ll cry.

I hope you laugh, too.

But more than anything, I hope you get quiet enough to hear the voice underneath all the other voices telling you who you’re supposed to be.

Because I believe she is still there.

The little girl who dreamed before she knew which dreams were considered realistic.

The girl who laughed without wondering if she was too loud.

The girl who knew what she loved before she learned to ask whether everyone else approved.

She didn’t disappear.

Life happened.

You adapted. You survived. You became responsible. You loved people. You got hurt. You accomplished things. You made mistakes. You learned. You became whoever you needed to become to get here.

And now you’re here.

So while you’re reading, I don’t want you asking, “What is wrong with me?”

Ask something different.

“What have I forgotten?”

And when something inside you whispers an answer, don’t rush past it.

Listen.

God has been holding your story the entire time.

You don’t have to earn your way back to Him. You don’t have to fix every messy part of yourself before you’re worthy of the dreams He placed inside you.

And you certainly don’t need to become someone new before you’re allowed to begin.

You are WHOLE right now.

That is what I hope you remember by the time you close this book.

And if somewhere along the way you recognize the girl you used to be, please tell her I said hello.

Better yet-

Take her hand.

She’s been waiting for you.

Welcome home.

Love,

Giselle Mascarenhas 

Giselle Mascarenhas is the founder of BECOME™, creator of the BECOME Methodology™, and author of She Forgot She Was Free. An entrepreneur, speaker, and transformational guide, she has dedicated her life’s work to helping people reconnect with who they were created to be so they can live with greater purpose, freedom, and intentionality.

After years of building businesses, leading organizations, and walking through seasons of personal growth, Giselle recognized that lasting transformation does not begin with external success, it begins with remembering one’s authentic identity. That realization became the foundation of the BECOME Method™, a proprietary methodology designed to guide individuals through a transformational process of self-awareness, healing, alignment, courageous action, and embodied growth. Unlike a framework that offers guidelines for achieving a specific outcome, The BECOME Method™ is a comprehensive method of personal advancement that can be applied across every area of life, leadership, and purpose.

Her debut book, She Forgot She Was Free, is both a deeply personal memoir and an invitation for readers to embark on their own journey of remembrance. Through honest storytelling, reflection, and faith, the book explores the universal experience of losing ourselves beneath expectations, fear, pain, and performance, and the courageous journey of rediscovering the freedom, identity, and purpose that have always existed within us. Rather than simply telling her story, Giselle invites readers to see themselves in its pages and begin writing the next chapter of their own lives.

The book became the catalyst for the broader BECOME movement, an expanding ecosystem of transformational experiences designed to help people move beyond inspiration into intentional action. Through immersive workshops, retreats, leadership development, educational programs, community experiences, publishing initiatives, and speaking engagements, Giselle equips individuals with practical tools to create meaningful and lasting transformation. Every experience is grounded in the belief that personal growth is not about becoming someone different but remembering and embodying the person God uniquely created each of us to be.

Known for her ability to blend heartfelt storytelling with practical application, Giselle creates spaces where people feel seen, challenged, and empowered to take meaningful action. Her presentations combine vulnerability, strategic thinking, and actionable guidance, allowing audiences to leave not only inspired but equipped with a clear path forward. Her work resonates with entrepreneurs, leaders, professionals, educators, faith-based communities, and individuals seeking deeper purpose and authentic fulfillment.

Beyond her work as an author and speaker, Giselle is passionate about developing leaders who create ripple effects within their families, businesses, organizations, and communities. She believes transformation is contagious, that when one person remembers who they are and chooses to live courageously, they give others permission to do the same. This philosophy continues to shape every initiative within the BECOME movement.

Through future books, collaborative publishing projects, leadership academies, retreats, and global speaking engagements, Giselle’s mission is to help millions of people reconnect with their God-given identity and become the fullest expression of who they were created to be. She envisions BECOME as a worldwide movement that empowers individuals to live intentionally, lead authentically, and create lasting impact for generations to come.

Giselle lives in Texas with her family and continues to write, teach, speak, and expand the global reach of the BECOME movement. Whether on stage, in the pages of a book, or through transformational experiences, her message remains the same: the person you are searching for has never been lost, you have simply forgotten who you are. Remember. Rise. BECOME.

Visit her website at www.thebecomemethod.com.

Connect with her on social media at:

╰┈➤Twitter: https://x.com/giselleempowers

╰┈➤ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/giselleempowers

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She Forgot She Was Free is an invitation to remember the woman you were before fear, expectations, achievement, disappointment, and survival convinced you to forget.

In this deeply personal and transformational book, two-time best-selling author and founder of The BECOME Method™, Giselle Mascarenhas, shares the lessons, questions, and revelations that led her back to her truest self. Rather than offering quick fixes or another self-help checklist, she invites readers into a journey of honest reflection, identity, healing, and intentional growth. Through compelling stories and practical insights, readers are challenged to release limiting beliefs, reconnect with their authentic voice, and rediscover the freedom that has been within them all along.

Rooted in the principles of The BECOME Method™, She Forgot She Was Free equips readers with a powerful way to move beyond simply surviving and begin living with clarity, courage, and purpose. Whether you’re navigating a season of transition, rebuilding after loss, or simply sensing there is more waiting for you, this book will remind you that the life you long for doesn’t begin by becoming someone new, it begins by remembering who you have always been.

Because the person you are searching for has never been lost.

She has simply been waiting for you to remember her.

╰┈➤Book Details 

● Title: She Forgot She Was Free
● Author: Giselle Mascarenhas
● Genre: Self Help
● Sub-genre: Inner Child Self Help/Transformational Self Help/Motivational Self Help
● Language:English
● Pages: 132
● Paperback ISBN: ‎ 979-8234125965
● ASIN: B0H6M1PSHT
● Publisher: Mija Media House
● Publication Date: June 23, 2026
● Price: Hardcover $37.99, Paperback $25.81, Kindle $9.99
● Amazon: https://a.co/d/04aiKYWO
● Purchase Signed Copy: https://signedcopy.netlify.app/

Dear Reader, Love Luke Uebelher

 

Dear Reader,

In what ways has fear gripped areas of your life, and prevented you from pursuing God's Good Purposes and the dreams He's put in your heart? All of us, in one way or another, have struggled with the paralyzing effects of fear. Fear will rob us of the joy of life, if we allow it to. And, fear will prevent us from fulfilling God's Good Purposes for our lives....if we allow it to obtain territory and dominion in our lives.

Fear, and more specifically, the fear of man has ensnared the lives of many people, and has enslaved them into living a life that is far below God's Kingdom Purposes for their lives, and prevents them from achieving their God-given potential. However, we must also recognize that living under the control and dominion of fear is a choice, not an accident, and it definitely is not God's design for us.

While we all face fearful situations and circumstances, and are confronted by many things in our culture today that exalt themselves against the Knowledge of Christ, which use methods of intimidation, manipulation, aggression, deception, harassment, and various degrees of threats, with the objective to incite fear for the purpose of control and dominion over our lives, we still have the choice to resist and overcome this fear, or bow to it, and allow it to become our master.

The devil's two favorite "weapons" against humanity are fear and deception, and they operate "hand-in-glove" with each other to oppress and destroy the lives of many. How do we "outsmart" the devil, and overcome his fearful and deceptive methods? How do we arise above fear, and fulfill God's Kingdom Purposes for our lives, and empower others to do the same?

It all begins in our minds! The direction of our minds will set the course and direction of our lives, and the direction of our lives will influence and impact the direction and course of our Nation. The devil is fully aware of this, and that is why he wants dominion over our minds. A fearful mind 

produces a fearful, ineffective and defeated life. This is not God's Purpose or Design for us because Scripture declares that the Lord has not given us a spirit of fear, but rather a Spirit of Love, Power and a Sound Mind.

What has the Holy Spirit been calling you to do for God's Kingdom, that you haven't been willing to do because of the fear of failure, or the fear of other people's negative opinions and criticism, or fear of a lack of support from others? In Revelation chapter 3, verse 11, Jesus encourages us, exhorts us, and warns us to not allow anyone to steal our crown, which consists of our Faith, God's Call & Purpose for our lives, and our Stewardship. We will give an account to God for these three things, and fear is the thief that works through other people and circumstances in an effort to steal these three essential things.

Overcoming fear to pursue, live-out, and fulfill God's Kingdom Purposes for your life is essential to inspiring and empowering others to live effective lives for the Glory of God and to advance God's Kingdom in the world around you.

The purpose of the book, "The Faithful, The Fearful & The Foolish: Living for God in Troubled Times" is to empower each reader to overcome the fear of man, learn to effectively do the Business of God, and prepare themselves to Rule & Reign with Christ. As one reader said, "It's a real power punch to help you be the head rather than the tail, and to be above rather than beneath."

We live in a world that exalts itself against the knowledge of Christ, and everything that exalts itself against the knowledge of the Lord creates trouble. Therefore, I hope you find "The Faithful, The Fearful & The Foolish: Living for God in Troubled Times" to be a valuable and powerful resource in empowering you to dig deep into God's Word so that you may grow as an effective, faithful & fruitful disciple of Christ to overcome the works of darkness in these troubled times.

Be strong in the Lord,

Luke Uebelher

In 2012, Luke Uebelher began serving and supporting the needs of sex-trafficking and domestic violence survivors by working in partnership with ministries that are led by trafficking and abuse survivors. Under the guidance and leadership of his pastors, his ministry expanded to also serving and supporting the needs of homeless Military Veterans, and ministries in the Philippines. Luke and his wife Maggie were married in 2018 and have a home in the Philippines. Luke travels between the United States and the Philippines for business and ministry services. 

Luke’s latest book is The Faithful, The Fearful & The Foolish: Living for God in Troubled Times.

Connect with him on social media at Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Luke-UebelherDiamond-Fire-Transport-Missions-100077395525353/ 

Here is a timely word for the Church of Jesus Christ, for those who have a true desire to know and to be pleasing to God. The parable of the talents, while not necessarily an easy word to hear, is a much-needed word for the Church today. Brother Luke has perfectly captured the word of Jesus in his exposition on the parable of our Lord. 

╰┈➤Book Details

• • Genre: Personal Transformation

  • Sub-genre: Spiritual Self-Help/Discipleship/Christian Leadership

  • Language:English

  • Pages: 124

  • Paperback ISBN: 979-8368097947

The Faithful, The Fearful & The Foolish: Living for God in Troubled Times is available at Amazon.

Dear Reader, Love Lee Mavin

 

Dear Reader,

I want to thank you for giving my book a life. You are the single most important thing to my book and are basically keeping it alive. I want you to dive all the way when you are reading and listen to the voice of Outis Everrett, the poet who changed the world, Gwenia Xiachung, the youngest daughter with twelve older brothers, who happens to be rebel vegan (unheard of in her country) and an expert archer. I want you to explore their countries. Outis lives in Asalandia, the great monarchy with golden shores and beautiful sunsets. Gwenia is from far away Kastanair, a busy democracy, constantly changing its leaders. Those two countries have been at war for thousands of years. I want you to question them. I want you to ask why they are war and how can things change. Most of all, I want you to get lost in my words.

Thank you for everything reader.

Lee J Mavin

Author of The Wars Between

 

Lee J Mavin is the author of 11 books. He is also a teacher and father. He has a Masters in Creative Writing and am solely focused on writing fiction (fantasy and horror) and poetry. He is now in collaboration the illustrator Karolina Piotrowski, a Polish artist who has brought many stories to life. He has worked and studied in China and Japan and studied with Dr Xiaohuan Zhao (a master of Chinese poetry) to complete his book Li Bai’s Shadow, at the University of Sydney. He has two children who are both avid readers, so he is always in the loop with trends in children’s fiction. He is married and lives in Sydney, where he teaches English.

His latest book is the YA fantasy, The Wars Between.

Visit his website at leejmavin.com. 

Connect with him on social media at:

╰┈➤ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lee.mavin.925/ 

╰┈➤ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/mavin798 

╰┈➤ Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/5103759.Lee_J_Mavin

╰┈➤ TikTok ➜ https://www.tiktok.com/@leemavin4

 

For centuries there had been an ongoing war between Asalandia, the proud monarchy of the east and Kastanair the progressive democracy of the west. However, the years of war would end with the most unlikely turn of events.

Outis Everrett, the disappointment of his family, a measly poet, is suddenly thrusted into an epic adventure across the sea, with the King’s blessing. His poem, the poem that somehow won the first annual Asalandian poetry competition, was meant to be taken across the seas, to the enemy island of Kastanair, there, it would be read by the President of Kastanair, the newly elected and very progressive, Penelope Chinwa and she was supposed stop the war after reading those so special words.

So Outis set sail aboard the Golden ship, guided and protected by the Knights of Sunrise and their adventures began. The Knights are led by Bartholemew Aries, the most famous soldier in Asalandia, though when their ship drifts off course to the mysterious island of Aquos Atalantious, the Princess of the island soon lures him to stay. So, the Knights of Sunrise become distracted by the beauties of this foreign island.  After failing to find the prince, who had been taken by a monstrous octopus, the Golden ship sails onto Kastanair, without its leader, who had fallen in love with the Princess. They then sail to Syanthia, where the worlds’ meat was produced. There they meet, the young Kastanairian, Gwenia Xiachung, an enthusiastic vegan on a mission to stop everyone eating meat. Outis is thrown into a pig saving mission with Gwenia and is intrigued by the young girl. After saving the pigs and convincing the head of meat production to change his ways with a beautiful poem about animal empathy, Gwenia falls in love with Outis. She joins him and the Knights of Sunrise on the voyage to back to her country, Kastanair. Once they finally reach the shores of Kastanair, they are attacked on the shores by a small army, led by Caslian Jesper, the tough captain who worked his soldiers to exhaustion. The Knights, Outis and Gwenia are rescued by Nastab and his band of terrorists who take them on horseback through Kastanair to Mount Xian. Nastab and his men come from a rebel group who had been dwelling on the plateau of Mount Xian, plotting to overthrow the government of Kastanair. However, their leader, who had driven their group to crimes and violence, was hoarding their food and treasure.

Caslian Jesper follows the terrorists to Mount Xian, in pursuit of two of his enemies at once, the terrorists and the Asalandians. Outis and Gwenia are suddenly taken off their horses by huge hawks, who fly them up Mount Xian, to a cave opening. There Gwenia and Outis meet The Tall Man, a strange man with huge black eyes who has no name. He takes them into the cave, and they fall more tall people. There they learn that the tall people had been in the caves for hundreds of years and they care not for treasures of war. The tall man collects water from an underground stream and fruits from the cave roofs and they take Outis and Gwenia up to the top of the mountain. There they find Caslian’s army had managed to climb to the top of the mountain in attempt to attack but they were too drained to fight so the tall man shared his fruit with them. Both sides rested as Outis read a poem to the leader of the terrorists.

Outis and Gwenia are then taken to the capital, by an eclectic group including Nastab, The Tall Man and the Knights of Sunrise, they journey through the planes of Kastanair where they are attacked by wolves. The Knights and Nastab fight the wolves off valiantly and they continue. When they finally reach the capital Outis reads his poem to the President, but it is not the words of his poem alone that convince her to stop the war, it is the group he brings with him, a group of once enemies, who had come together with the same goal. 

╰┈➤Book Details

• Genre: YA Fantasy
• Language:English
• Pages: 300

To find out how to purchase this book, visit https://a.co/d/02udA4rM. 

Dear Reader, Love Karen Charles

 

 

Dear Reader,

I didn’t start out thinking, I want to be an author. I started as a teacher and a listener. For years, I worked with children during moments of real upheaval, social unrest, trauma, fear, and uncertainty. I saw how deeply children absorb what’s happening around them, even when they don’t have the words to express it.

Writing became a way for me to make sense of those experiences and to offer stories that could help others do the same. Whether I’m writing for adults or children, my goal has always been to tell stories that heal, that open conversations, and that remind us of our shared humanity. Evan’s Gift came from that same place, wanting to reach children early, before the world hardens them.

Evan’s Gift is based on my experience as a kid earning my own bike, growing up in Africa.

The idea came from watching how children respond to kindness, both when they receive it and when they give it. I’ve seen classrooms change because of one child’s gentle act or quiet courage.

Evan’s Gift grew out of the belief that kindness is not small or passive; it’s powerful. I wanted to create a story that shows children that they already have something meaningful to offer the world, simply by noticing others and choosing compassion. Evan doesn’t have superpowers; his “gift” is something every child can access, and that was very important to me.

Evan is a thoughtful, observant child. He’s not the loudest or the most outgoing, but he pays attention. He notices when others are hurting or left out. Evan represents so many children who feel deeply but don’t always know how to express it.

What makes Evan special is that he learns his kindness matters, that even small actions can ripple outward and change how people feel about themselves and each other.

The other characters are the people in Evan’s world, friends, classmates, roommates, and adults, who are affected by his kindness. They’re intentionally relatable so children can see themselves and their communities in the story.

Each character reflects a different emotional experience, helping young readers recognize feelings like loneliness, gratitude, and connection in a gentle, age-appropriate way.

Kindness and empathy are skills we have to nurture, especially in children. Evan’s Gift opens the door to meaningful conversations at home, in classrooms, and in counseling spaces about how our actions affect others.

It’s a story that reassures children that they matter and empowers them to make a difference simply by being who they are. In today’s world, that message feels more important than ever.

Love,

Karen Charles

 

Karen Charles grew up in West Africa and traveled to countries in Africa, the Middle East, and Europe. Her rich background and lifetime experiences are reflected in the depth of her writing. In her stories, she transforms real-life narratives into gripping fiction thrillers. Her novels intricately weave the threads of truth into a tapestry of suspense, intrigue, and riveting storytelling. She is the author of two children’s books, “Freeman Earns a Bike” and “Evan’s Gifts,” and three thrillers based on true stories. “Fateful Connections” takes place in the aftermath of 9/11, and “Blazing Upheaval” takes place during the Rodney King riots in Los Angeles and the Northridge earthquake. “A Glimpse Too Far” offers all the mystery and heart-pounding suspense of a psychological thriller and is based on a true story.

Karen Charles has two businesses—a global company that trains international teachers to teach American English and an Airbnb on a beautiful bay in Washington State, where she currently resides with her husband. 

Visit her website at www.weaveofsuspense.com. 

Connect with her on X, Facebook and LinkedIn.

 

When Evan trades his dream of a new bike for compassion, he discovers the greatest gift of all—helping others. Perfect for classrooms and families, “Evan’s Gift” celebrates empathy, courage, and the beauty of giving in a warm, uplifting story about generosity and the power of choosing kindness.

╰┈➤Book Details

• Genre:children’s fiction
• Sub-genre:Social Themes / Friendship
• Age Range (years):5 – 12
• Language:English
• Pages: 48
• Paperback ISBN:9798317824341
• Publisher: BookBaby

Ethan’s Gift is available at BookBaby.

╰┈➤Here’s What Readers Have To Say!

“What a lovely story! This is a life lesson wrapped in an engaging and beautifully illustrated package geared toward readers 5 – 12. Charles opted to provide an abundance of sensory details for her readers, so the younger ages might need assistance from a parent if they are not fluent readers. Middle-grade readers ages 8 – 12 will appreciate the additional details. Knowing this is inspired by a true story makes it extra special. With stunning artwork by Roger Feldman, Evan’s Gift is sure to delight readers with its touching story and expressive illustrations.” – The Children’s and Teens’ Book Connection

“Even’s Gift is a story that your youngster is able to relate to the characters. The message will stick with your youngster for a longtime after they’ve read the story. This story can be used by teachers or parents to help open conversations. The words are perfect for emerging and middle grade readers. Kids and adults will love this book. I love the discussion questions and activity guide at the end of the book.  If you are looking for a book with the following themes then this would be a good book to read” – The Blended Blog

Dear Reader, Love Barbara Jean Weber

Dear Reader,

Welcome to the magic of "The Welcome Sign." I am delighted you have decided to read or are considering reading "The Welcome Sign." I truly hope you enjoy it as much as I had fun writing it. The Welcome Sign is a fast paced,  magical story for those who enjoy realms of magic, magical powers, interesting characters, strong friendships and adventure. The Welcome Sign is page turner full of good versus evil, intrigue and action.

Let me tell you a little bit about myself and my latest work. When I'm not writing about magical realms or exciting adventures, I'm a speech therapist by day. I live with my husband and two daughters in beautiful Skagit County, Washington.  The Welcome Sign's creation began when I received a beautiful metal mermaid Welcome Sign as a gift. I love and collect mermaids so when my parents found the beautiful sign with a mermaid on it, it was the perfect gift. The original sign that inspired this story currently hangs in my house.  After I received it as a gift, I had a series of  incredible dreams that became the basis for the story and ultimately became the book "The Welcome Sign."  "The Welcome Sign" was written as the first book in a series of three. The second book is written but not published yet and the third book is still being developed and is in outline form.

I had never written anything quite this big before so the task seemed a bit daunting initially. I've always enjoyed creative writing tasks so to be able to take an idea and craft it to an actual storyline with relatable characters, plot twists, amazing locations, intrigue, adventure into a finished product had always been a desire of mine but also very overwhelming. The whole task start to finish took quite a while. There were times I had writers block and needed a break from the story, other days the ideas flowed endlessly. I always had a notebook handy to write down ideas, character traits, etc. I developed an outline first and those always changed and evolved as new ideas and story lines were created. I think what I love most about being an author is the process of developing creative stories, characters and locations.

Thank you so much for reading this letter and for reading "The Welcome Sign." A friend of mine recently read the book and told me "completely blown away is an understatement." I hope you enjoy reading it and that it delights and entertains you as much as it did my friend, with its unique and magical characters, secrets to be revealed and amazing new locations.

I look forward to your feedback and am happy to write back to you. Please check out my website: www.barbarajeanweber.com and I can also be reached at author@barbarajeanweber.com.

Sincerely,

        Barbara

Barbara Jean Weber lives in Skagit County with her husband and two daughters, where she works as a speech and language therapist. Her novel, The Welcome Sign, was inspired when she was gifted a mermaid welcome sign. The more she studied the sign, the more her story evolved. She is currently an active member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators.

Visit her website at https://www.barbarajeanweber.com/. 

When 10-year-old Molly Parnell’s grandmother mysteriously disappears she and her mother travel to Cape Cod to take ownership of the house they inherited and find out answers about the sudden disappearance. But what they discover could be more dangerous and life changing than they ever imaged. Molly and her mother find a beautiful mermaid welcome sign in the attic and place it on the front door. Unusual things start to happen and they are flooded with visitors who claim they knew the grandmother.  The true powers behind the mysterious sign are revealed as Molly learns her grandmother was part of a secret organization working to keep balance between the magical realm and the real world. The magical realms placed an invisible veil of secrecy over the world to hide their true identities from the human world but allowing them to live among them  in secret. An angry rebel group of magical beings, tired of living in hiding is tearing down and destroying the magical cloaking fabric between the two worlds. If they are not stopped the magical realm will no longer be safe from the world.  As Molly and her mom embark on a dangerous and magical adventure throughout the magical realms to help stop  the rebels, she learns of her own magical powers and her strong family heritage connected to the welcome sign. Along the way, she teams up with new magical friends helping to keep the realm of magic safe from the eyes of the world and discovers that her grandmother was right all along. The world she thought she knew no longer exists, but an amazing world of magic woven into their world has always been hiding  in plain sight.

Read sample here.

The Welcome Sign is available at Amazon.

Dear Reader, Love S.D. Lettie

 

Dear Reader,

The Arrangement has been years in the making. Maybe not the story itself, but the idea of it. I have dozens of unfinished drafts sitting on my laptop - many of them waiting for the day I write “The End”. However, only one has made it to the finish line, and I’m incredibly proud of how far we’ve come. When I first started writing this book, I told myself it was going to be a standalone, 

one and done. But the more I wrote, the more I realized that Emilia and Niko’s story couldn’t be stuffed into a 300-page book. 

Over the past few years, I’ve spent a majority of my free time reading countless books on my Kindle. With that came an outpouring of ideas that I would quickly jot down in my Notes app. The recurring theme that seemed to always make its way in? Political intrigue. Thus, The Arrangement was born. I always joke with my husband that I’m positive we’ll get an unexpected wake-up knock from the FBI because my search history is a little… suspicious. But seriously, I’m truly honored if you’ve read my book and I hope the characters resonate with you–because secretly, I see myself in all of them. 

I imparted a piece of my soul into each character: Emilia with her resilience, Thalia with her unwavering loyalty, Niko with his desire for change, and Max with his closeted golden-retriever personality that only comes out with those he trusts. If you take anything away from this book, let it be this: it’s okay not to be okay. It’s okay to want more. And it’s okay to want to walk away from the life that was chosen for you. 

As you turn, swipe (or however you read) the pages of The Arrangement, I hope the drama is enough for your liking. I hope you find yourself teetering on the edge of your seat, angry at me for making you so invested in these characters. But most of all, I hope you become a lifelong fan of my work–because The Arrangement is only the beginning… 

Happy reading!

 

 

 

Before she ever had “author” next to her name, S.D. Lettie was—and still is—an avid reader first; the kind who would finish a book in a day and beg her parents to take her back to the bookstore. Reading started as a hobby and, as she got older, became her source of entertainment, escape, and comfort. Over the years, she found herself wanting to write the kind of worlds readers could get excited about—a world that could grow into a fandom of its own. 

Today, Lettie writes slow-burn romances—stories about characters who are imperfectly perfect, the hard moments that shape them, and the plot twists that leave readers reeling. Outside her writing life, she’s a wife and mom of two, roles that influence both her time and perspective. She’s also a dedicated soccer fan, the kind who will plan her day around a match and openly admit she’ll yell at the TV when things get heated.

Through all of it, her goal as an author is simple: she wants her characters to stay with readers long after the book ends. 

Her latest book is the new adult romantic suspense, The Arrangement (Bancroft University Chronicles Book 1).

Visit her website at www.sdlettieauthor.com. Connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, BookBub and Goodreads.

 

You know that guy you fell for at sixteen—the one who vanished without explanation, leaving behind enough damage to last years? Now imagine being forced into an engagement with him because your parents decided you’re more useful as leverage than as a daughter. 

And the part he forgot to mention? He’s heir to a Bratva empire with blood on its hands. 

That’s Emilia’s life. Her future is not her own, and her fiancé, Nikolai Volkov, is a man whose silence is more dangerous than his words. Their past is a wound. Their engagement is a threat. And what grows between them is something neither of them should let happen. 

The Arrangement is a dark, slow-burn story of buried truths, political corruption, and a connection that pulls two damaged people toward a collision neither may survive unscathed.

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The Arrangement is available at Amazon.