Author: Walton Merritt

Irina’s dad was fifteen years older than her mum. He dressed strictly, even old-fashioned—always in trousers

The phone yanked Sophie away from her meagre supper. She rarely cooked for herself—breakfast was black

As often happens, Emily never knew her father. He left her and her mother right after she was born.

The Trip to the Seaside “Emily, I won’t allow it, do you hear me? You’re only eighteen.

Run, before it’s too late… All girls dream of grand, pure love—of dizzying passion and hearts

**Diary Entry – A Tale of Heartbreak** “Oliviaaa…” Emily wailed into the phone. “

**Clever Timmy** Mum and Emily had been rowing for days. They’d wear themselves out, retreat to separate

The Ring Box Emily and James had been friends since primary school. They lived in the same estate, just

*I Will Never Forget You* Lydia Thompson walked home in her unbuttoned wool coat, clutching a worn leather

“Have a baby for me. You know I can’t have children…” The first day of university began with