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Free Short Story: The Special Guest

When her nephew fails to show up for a special holiday dinner, Miranda Simmonds has to act fast to save face in front of her neighbors.

So she asks a stranger to pose in his place.

A decision that comes with unexpected consequences.

A holiday tale with a dash of magic and love.

“The Special Guest” by National Bestselling author Dara Girard is free on this site from only the 17th to 24th .

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Free Short Story: In Praise of Daffodils

Jean Livesey-Chee worries about her brilliant but rebellious student Sabina Chase.

Every effort to guide and help the high school senior use her talent is met with disdain.

Jean despairs that she will never reach Sabina and that failing her will have far reaching consequences.

But one day Sabina will teach Jean a lesson she never knew she needed.

A short story for those who understand the power of art.

“In Praise of Daffodils” by National Bestselling author Dara Girard is free on this site from only the 17th to 24th .

This story is available in the collection  “School Days”  through different retailers here and on its own  here.

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Free Short Story: The Lady Next Door

Harmony Ellis has a problem and it comes in the form of her mysterious new neighbor, Miss Octavia Newberry. This attractive young woman appears to have set her eyes on Harmony’s eligible son, Ray. But Harmony has already selected the daughter-in-law she wants. However, she’ll soon learn that the lady next door is full of surprises.

“The Lady Next Door” by National Bestselling author Dara Girard is free on this site from only the 15th to 22nd .

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