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Amelie has one job to do, but her incredible imagination is getting in her way. Will she finish her chores before dinner is served, or will the monsters in the shadows eat her?

Red contacts? Lookin’ good. Fake blood? Spattered everywhere. Dance shoes? Tied tight. Coerced by a co-worker, Karen steps out of her comfort zone and takes her first swing dance lesson. While she steps on toes and twirls into pool tables, two handsome men dance into Karen’s life. Chatting with Lowan makes her smile but dancing with Ben sends her heart skittering. The makeup layers of her Halloween costume give Karen the confidence to ask them both to dance but will it give her the courage to ask one of the men on a date? And if so, which one?

Everyone knows squirrels love to eat acorns, especially the creatures who like to eat squirrels.... Grey Squirrel wakes up to an empty house with an empty tummy. There's only one thing to do. Go and find himself something to eat. An acorn or three would be perfect. All he needs to do is travel through the forest, over the river and across the clearing to the Old Oak Tree. What could possibly go wrong?

What do you do when the man you love proposes to someone else? Nadiene just lost her swing dance partner - and long-term crush - to another woman. Defeated, she sets out on a search for a replacement dance partner. She has her eye on the dance teacher, but he pairs her up with Derrick. Dancing with a beginner is so beneath her (though she wouldn't mind if this one actually was beneath her). Can she train him to dance well enough to reclaim her position at the front of the performance troupe before he sees through her tough façade and challenges her core beliefs?

Why bother making friends when you know you'll have to say goodbye? Molly and her family have moved into a new house in a new town. Molly is being as brave as she can be, but everything is new and strange - including Jenny, the magical woman who lives in Molly’s bedroom wall. As Molly gets to know Jenny, she soon discovers that friends come in all shapes and sizes, and the best ones will be there for you when you need them. Even if it’s just for now.

A sick day off school when you're not even sick? Yes, please! Susan and Tim have scored a day off school. All they need to do is help their sick mum wash the towels and keep quiet so she can sleep. Sounds easy, right? It'll be a breeze, so long as the washing machine co-operates....

Whether they lead or follow, the characters from these 12 tiny tales will dance through your heart. Will innocent Dulcie be caught in a seedy speakeasy? Can ambitious Kate get the attention she desires? Does swing dancing always lead to romancing?

The everyday life of a military wife. This flash fiction collection takes you inside the lives of 10 military affiliated women. Whether they serve the military or support those who do, they all face relatable problems. Making new friends, finding new jobs, solo parenting. Being wives, being mothers, being women.

When Sparky's zap knocks Beepo over twice during their park playdate, she gets upset that he doesn't seem to understand how his actions hurt her. With Beepo's guidance, Sparky learns the importance of a meaningful apology—to take responsibility for mistakes and promise to do better.

Step right up and meet Betty, the amazing circus elephant whose cool tricks spread joy all around. But when an accident erases her memory, she embarks on a heartwarming journey of resilience and wonder. Despite her challenges, she discovers a world of wonder in the simplest things, touching the hearts of all who meet her.

Meet Percy, a young artist with a gift for seeing animals in the clouds. As others focus on daily worries, Percy finds joy in the sky above. But can he share this magic with those around him? Armed with paints and a brush, Percy sets out to transform the heavens, creating whimsical animals for all to see. The Cloud Painter takes listeners on an enchanting journey, as Percy's vibrant art seeks to inspire others to look up and appreciate the beauty of each day.