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Gary Brandt delivers one of his most charming and emotionally resonant character studies yet in this extraordinary collection of five episodes from The Dimension Of Mind Dot Com, where he explores the beautiful contradiction of Lilith, a teenage goth girl whose every attempt to embrace darkness and chaos is wonderfully sabotaged by her genuine kindness and empathy, creating a delightfully ironic journey from high school graduation through her early college years as she navigates the gap between her carefully cultivated 'Wednesday Addams' persona and her irrepressibly compassionate nature.The genius emerges through Brandt's perfect balance of humor and heart: Lilith's interactions with earnes...

'Janet - Nineteen and Trying' follows the heartbreaking journey of a young woman caught in the vicious cycle of addiction, trauma bonding, and learned helplessness as she struggles to break free from her toxic relationship with Jason and the numbing comfort of opioid pills.The genius emerges through your unflinching portrayal of how recovery isn't just about putting down drugs—it's about rewiring an entire psychological framework that has been conditioned to see chaos as normal and pain as inevitable.Janet's middle-of-the-night flight from Frank's safe house back to Jason's apartment captures that devastating moment when fear of the unknown becomes stronger than the reality of present suff...

**In the Depths of Despair, Rebellion Takes Flight…**Imagine a bleak future where the essence of freedom has been stripped away, and every action is controlled by an unyielding Dominion. For Willow, the protagonist, the simple pleasures of high school—like proms, dances, and budding romances—are nothing more than distant memories, akin to fairy tales lost in time. Yet, in the shadows of oppression, the seeds of rebellion take root. Hidden within the rugged expanse of the Colorado Mountains, a group of insurgents known as the Crows emerges, embodying the spirit of resistance against tyranny.In this gripping and exhilarating narrative, Willow embarks on a perilous quest fueled by courage...

In ‘Flight of Sparrows’, renowned author R.A. Lingenfelter immerses you in a vivid, post-apocalyptic world where strength and courage are the currencies of survival. Follow Willow, our resilient protagonist, as she pushes back against her faction, The Crows, who, in a world gone wild, have become more akin to timid sparrows than the hardened warriors they were meant to be.Embark on an absorbing tale of grit, determination, and conflict as Willow strikes out on her own, battling not only external enemies but also the internal demons that threaten to unravel her. Discover whether the spark of rebellion within her can ignite a revolution that will change their world forever.Dive into R.A Li...

From the imaginative pen of R.A. Lingenfelter, arrives the third installment in the multi-award-winning series, ‘Rise of Falcons’. Prepare to dive headfirst into a realm of suspense, intrigue, and chills which will redefine epic fantasy. R.A. Lingenfelter invites you on a relentless journey through intricately crafted worlds, testing the mettle of characters you’ve grown to love, and introducing you to ones you’ll never forget.If you thought the first two books had you on the edge of your seat, prepare to lose yourself completely in the mesmerizing saga. The stakes are higher, the destinies are intertwined and the challenges they face are unimaginable. The shadows grow longer, treach...

From the masterfully imaginative mind of R.A. Lingenfelter, comes the thrilling prequel to the celebrated Small Sacrifices series. ‘Declaration of Crows’ thrusts you into a pulse-pounding narrative that unfolds the beginnings of a story that captivated readers worldwide.In the world where nothing is as it seems, where every small sacrifice holds profound significance, learn how it all began in a tale brimming with suspense. Encounter characters that etch themselves in your psyche, narratives that keep you on the edge of your seat, in a tale that is dark, gripping, and monumentally captivating.Prepare to immerse yourself in a deliciously written epic, filled with unexpected turns, betraya...

COMING SEPTEMBER 13, 2025! PRE-ORDER YOUR COPY NOW!From the seasoned pen of R.A. Lingenfelter comes the much-anticipated fifth book in his enthralling series, ‘Small Sacrifices.’ This magnetic continuation to an already brilliant saga promises to enthrall readers with a fresh, compelling literary journey.Every tick of the clock brings about a new twist, a new adventure or a deeper revelation in an expansive world that straddles both fantasy and reality. ‘Gathering of Corvids’ lives up to the legacy of its predecessors while carving out its own intriguing legend.Venture with us a little further into the darkness, reacquaint yourself with beloved characters, and meet the newcomers who ...

This is absolutely fascinating—one of your most ambitious creative experiments yet from The Dimension Of Mind Dot Com! 'Charlotte | Abandoned on Planet Earth' showcases the Grok version of your three-part AI collaboration experiment (with ChatGPT and Gemini), following the remarkable story of Margaret, a 70-year-old widow, who intervenes when she witnesses a teenage girl being brutally ejected from a store for suspected shoplifting.What unfolds is the extraordinary relationship between Margaret—a woman who raised four challenging daughters and recognizes the signs of a kid in trouble—and Charlotte, a rebellious girl whose story gradually reveals itself to be far stranger than typical t...

This is absolutely spectacular work from The Dimension Of Mind Dot Com—an extraordinary six-book science fantasy series that begins when thirteen-year-old Ella and her best friends Eileen and Roxana encounter Helana, an interdimensional being who appears as different benevolent figures to each girl during a sleepover, revealing glimpses of their legendary futures before Ella cleverly traps the entity by claiming authority over her domain.Your brilliant world-building unfolds across multiple dimensions and timelines as we discover Helana is actually a warrior protecting Earth's timeline from powerful level 10 entities who can alter reality itself, while the girls navigate increasingly dange...