Mia Z. Edwards

Stories by Mia Z. Edwards

• A Brief Intermission in My Narratives As retirement opens a quiet second chapter, Mia seeks hospital volunteer work and learning the hospital culture, yet remains a devoted Novellea subscriber, still reading and supporting writers here. Adventure Drama Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Dante Romano" | Love Musings This is the story of how Dante, and the feelings he stirred, shaped my emotional intelligence and wove themselves into a love I felt deeply but he never returned, an unrequited love. Drama Romance Teen & Young Adult 4 min read
• "Unconditional Love" | Love Musings Mia looks back on a man she cherished, realizing that when illness silenced passion, the truth of their bond emerged: her love was never about desire alone, but something unconditional and profound. Drama Romance Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Adored, Yet Alone" | Love Musings Mia recounts a terrifying day at urgent care, alone, elegant, and fighting to stay composed, only to discover how longing, faith, and an unexpected spark can illuminate even the darkest moments. Drama Romance Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• " A Heart Waiting to Bloom" | Love Musings A tender meditation by Mia on longing, devotion, and the quiet hope of a love guided by faith. Mia prepares her heart for the man meant for her, trusting that real love blooms in God’s timing. Drama Romance Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "A Proposal, A Revelation" | Love Musings Mia reflects on the proposal she once returned, realizing she was too young to carry a man’s unfinished past while still discovering her own identity and emotional truth. Drama Romance Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "The Wife I Choose To Be" | Love Musings Mia sits with her mother and reveals the woman she chooses to be, devoted, sensual, and firm in her boundaries. By the end, she shows that delicate has never meant weak. Drama Romance Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Mr. Robot" | Love Musings He had the mind to impress me, but not the warmth to reach me. These are the quiet truths I learned from loving a man who felt more like machinery than magic. Drama Humour Romance 3 min read
• "Romeo, Where Are You?" | Love Musings Mia sends quiet prayers into the night, trusting destiny to guide her Romeo to her waiting heart. Drama Mystery Romance 3 min read
• "Evenings with Him" | Love Musings I become the woman I love being when he’s near. Drama Humour Romance 3 min read
• "Enchanted by a Man" | Love Musings Mia is enchanted by the quiet, irresistible power men hold, their strength, their mystery, and the spell their presence casts over her. This is her soft, intimate confession. Drama Mystery Romance 3 min read
• "The Beauty of a Kiss" | Love Musings A heartfelt reflection on how a single kiss can brighten a day, deepen connection, and linger in the soul. Drama Romance Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Tales of Passion" | Love Musings From Jackie Collins to E.L. James, the novels that shaped my desires also taught me the language of love. Now, that passion has led me to write my own six part romance series, A Christmas Romance. Drama Romance Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "The Blind Date" | Love Musings An enchanting evening, a flawless stranger, and a truth that changed the entire night. Drama Humour Romance 3 min read
• "Toxin" | Part 2 of 2 | Fiction A brilliant toxicologist has taken Mia captive, convinced she remembers too much. In the darkness, she must outrun a killer, and her own fear, to survive. Crime Mystery Thriller 8 min read
• "Toxin" | Part 1 of 2 | Fiction A killer terrorizes Washington, D.C., but Mia Z. Edwards has seen him once before, through the lens of her telescope. When he returns, the stars won’t be enough to save her. Crime Mystery Thriller 3 min read
• "Project Ville" | Fiction From the depths of Project Ville, Mia’s life shifts after a single church‑revival night sets destiny in motion. Drama Fantasy Romance 6 min read
• "The Fortune Cookie" | Fiction A fortune cookie I never asked for. A message I didn’t believe. By morning, everything would change. Horror Mystery Thriller 3 min read
• "Anonymous Gifts and Letters" Fiction Lavish gifts appear at Mia’s doorstep, but the truth behind them is far stranger than desire. Drama Fantasy Mystery 3 min read
• "The Radio Host" | Fiction A chance interview, a bold confrontation, and suddenly Mia’s dream of radio fame becomes real. Drama Humour Mystery 4 min read
• "Fine Dining" Fiction A simple morning drive turns into an unforgettable night of fine dining when I step into Gordon Ramsay’s world, and discover a culinary dream come to life. Drama Humour Romance 5 min read
• "Opulent Shoes" | Fiction My love for beautiful shoes led me into a moment I never expected, one quiet choice, one secret indulgence, and a pair that changed everything. Drama Humour Romance 3 min read
• "The Little Black Dress" | Fiction I, Mia Z. Edwards, travel to Milan after winning a dream contest, where Donatella Versace brings my fantasy little black dress to life. Drama Humour Romance 3 min read
• "The Monster Gala: Fundraising Auction" | Cozy Halloween At the Monster Gala, the monsters shine… but the shadows know everyone’s price. Fantasy Paranormal Romance 4 min read
• "The Monster Gala: Entertainment" | Cozy Halloween One night. Endless magic. And monsters who party harder than the living ever could. Fantasy Paranormal Romance 3 min read
• "The Monster Gala: Dinner" | Cozy Halloween At the Monster Gala, secrets slip faster than champagne—and by midnight, no creature leaves untouched. Fantasy Paranormal Romance 3 min read
• "The Monster Gala: Exhibition Hall" | Cozy Halloween At the Monster Costume Institute’s annual gala, Adolphus Werewolf’s gothic legacy rises across three haunting, unforgettable galleries. Fantasy Paranormal Romance 3 min read
• "The Monster Gala: The Black Carpet" | Cozy Halloween When Count Dracula and Countess Mia arrive, the Monster Gala shifts, adoration erupts, cameras tremble, and the night itself seems to bow. Fantasy Paranormal Romance 4 min read
• "The Monster Gala: Media Coverage Set-Up" | Cozy Halloween At the Monster Gala in D.C., I, Mia Z. Edwards–Dracula, race behind the scenes to keep a night of monsters, couture, and chaos perfectly under control. Fantasy Paranormal Romance 3 min read
• "The Monster Gala: Invitation" | Cozy Halloween A night of monsters, couture, and questionable manners, what could possibly go wrong at Count Dracula’s favorite charity gala? Fantasy Paranormal Romance 3 min read
• "The Monster Gala: Press Release" | Cozy Halloween A whisper spreads through the monster world: Count Dracula is summoning the elite for a night where fashion, power, and secrets intertwine. Fantasy Paranormal Romance 3 min read
• "The Monster Gala: Prelude" | Cozy Halloween An eight‑part series where glamour, immortality, and hidden motives collide under the jeweled lights of the Monster Gala. Fantasy Paranormal Romance 3 min read
• "Count Dracula's Cocktail Party" | Cozy Halloween Dracula found me, Mia Z. Edwards—and claimed me as his bride. Now I’m meeting his monster inner circle, where chaos brews beneath the charm. Fantasy Humour Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Count Dracula Bites Mia" | Cozy Halloween When Mia’s car dies in a cemetery, something ancient and irresistible rises to greet her. Fantasy Paranormal Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "The Last Diplomacy" | Cozy Halloween Mia moves into a historic flat on Halloween night… and something there has been waiting for her. Fantasy Paranormal Teen & Young Adult 4 min read
• "Soul Takers" | Cozy Halloween On Halloween night, the Soul Takers leads a gathering of infamous monsters, hunting for Halloween trick‑or‑treaters. Fantasy Paranormal Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "False Prophet" | Cozy Halloween A preacher appears on a troubled street corner on Halloween night, but a hidden darkness follows him, waiting for the right soul to claim. Fantasy Paranormal Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "The Message" | Cozy Halloween Mia seeks answers from beyond and receives a message she never expected. Fantasy Paranormal Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Pandora's Box" | Cozy Halloween A jeweled box arrives from an ancient world, and one curious soul dares to lift its lid. Fantasy Mystery Paranormal 3 min read
• "The Haunted House" | Cozy Halloween A message from Hell reaches the living, urging them to stay away from the house that damned them. Fantasy Paranormal Thriller 3 min read
• "Witch Ophelia's Mortal Day" | Cozy Halloween A witch borrows a mortal woman’s soul for one day, only to discover a love she can never keep. Fantasy Paranormal Teen & Young Adult 4 min read
• "Zombies" | Cozy Halloween A secret memo surfaces on Halloween night, and Washington is not prepared for what’s coming. Fantasy Paranormal Thriller 3 min read
• "Catwoman's Confession" | Cozy Halloween A midnight confession exposes Catwoman’s true identity, and sparks a Halloween filled with rooftop mischief, stolen couture, and a surprising twist from her CIA boyfriend. Fantasy Paranormal Teen & Young Adult 4 min read
• "Hocus Pocus" | Cozy Halloween A forbidden Halloween spell promises Mia Z. Edwards the love she’s longed for. But when the doorbell rings, she discovers why some enchantments come with warnings. Fantasy Paranormal Thriller 3 min read
• "A Christmas Romance: Becoming One" | Christmas Tales A Christmas romance reaches its destiny. Romance Teen & Young Adult 4 min read
• "A Christmas Romance: Ballet of Promises" | Christmas Tales A rushed night at The Nutcracker becomes a whirlwind of magic, emotion, and unexpected devotion. Romance Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "A Christmas Romance: Dinner of Secrets" | Christmas Tales A candlelit Christmas dinner turns intimate as Mia and Niccolò trade secrets, deepen their bond, and spark a romance that feels destined to last. Romance Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "A Christmas Romance: The Evening Begins" | Christmas Tales Wrapped in red and Christmas magic, Mia steps into an unforgettable evening with Niccolò, complete with flowers, a mistletoe kiss, and the promise of something heaven‑sent. Romance Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "A Christmas Romance: The E-Mails" | Christmas Tales A thoughtful Christmas gift from Niccolò Machiavelli sparks an unexpected e‑mail exchange with Mia, leading to a planned evening of dinner and The Nutcracker. Romance Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "A Christmas Romance: Naughty and Nice" | Christmas Tales Mia, a secret admirer with a daring holiday mission, anonymously gifts an Italian diplomat she adores, only to discover that her silent affection has been noticed all along. Fantasy Romance Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Drumbeat of Love" | Christmas Tales An unseen teen discovers his worth when his drumming changes everything. Drama Fantasy Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Santa's Village Report" | Christmas Tales GNN’s Holly Mistletoe gives kids a quick, festive tour of Santa Claus Village, revealing Santa’s simple life and the North Pole’s holiday charm. Adventure Fantasy Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Archaic Angel's Message" | Christmas Tales A midnight bathroom run turns divine when an angel sends Mia to warn humanity. Her Christmas sermon is ignored, until the angel returns with a final decree. Fantasy Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Santa's Gossip Edition" | Christmas Tales Christmas icons misbehave, chaos erupts, and the North Pole needs a PR team! Drama Humour Teen & Young Adult 4 min read
• "A Crime at the North Pole" | Christmas Tales A shocking crime rocks the North Pole as Santa is kidnapped by his own circle of suspects. Detective Mancini uncovers betrayal, greed, and chaos, revealing a fallen, corrupt Santa Claus. Crime Fantasy Humour 3 min read
• "Three Wise Friends" | Christmas Tales On Christmas Eve, three friends' cross continents to save one life, and discover the true gift of the season. Drama Fantasy Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "White House Christmas Thief" | Christmas Tales As the White House glitters with feasts and décor, a daring thief slips in with a red sack, stealing only to give to the poor. Fantasy Humour Teen & Young Adult 4 min read
• "Saint Grinch" | Christmas Tales From thief to preacher, the Grinch finds joy in spreading gospel cheer. Fantasy Humour Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Silent Night, Deadly Night" | Christmas Tales And so, naughty is laid to rest, and nice reigns again, at least until next Christmas, when another dark spirit rises to take power. Crime Fantasy Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Mr. Scrooge 2.0" | Christmas Tales On Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., Scrooge chases fortune, until a ghostly warning force him to choose compassion over greed. Drama Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "A Night Before Christmas" | Christmas Tales A lighthearted Christmas Eve twist where Corrupt Santa Claus posts an unexpected story on Novellea. Fantasy Humour Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Corrupt Santa Claus" | Christmas Tales A chilling reimagining of Santa Claus, where the once-beloved figure abandons kindness for corruption. Fantasy Humour Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Retirement" | Memoir Conclusion | Part VI | Secretarial Diaries Mia Z. Edwards reflects on a journey from service to retirement, closing one chapter with gratitude and grace. Drama Teen & Young Adult 7 min read
• "Protocol" | Memoir | Part VI of VI | Secretarial Diaires Mia Z. Edwards recounts a tense moment when duty and protocol collided in unexpected ways. Drama Teen & Young Adult 8 min read
• "The Ambassador" | Memoir | Part VI of VI | Secretarial Diaires Mia Z. Edwards recounts her first unexpected encounter with a U.S. Ambassador, an elegant moment that tested her composure and left a lasting impression. Drama Teen & Young Adult 4 min read
• "Unauthorized Luxury" | Memoir | Part VI of VI | Secretary Diary Mia Z. Edwards reveals how one impulsive airport purchase sparked unexpected consequences. Drama Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "The Women" | Memoir | Part VI of VI | Secretarial Diaries Mia Z. Edwards recalls how two domineering colleagues tested her resilience, until “Marijuana‑gate” flipped the office dynamic and reshaped her path in government service. Drama Teen & Young Adult 5 min read
• "Machiavelli" | Memoir | Part VI of VI | Secretarial Diaries Mia Z. Edwards reveals how mentorship, resilience, and Machiavellian tactics shaped her rise in a high‑stakes executive office. Drama Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Newspapers" | Memoir | Part VI of VI | Secretarial Diaires As Paul Miller’s secretary, Mia Z. Edwards kept order, until Valentina’s habits revealed surprising ways other office secretaries worked. Drama Teen & Young Adult 4 min read
• "Ms. Donatella" | Memoir | Part VI of VI | Secretarial Diaries In this memoir vignette, Mia Z. Edwards recalls late‑shift nights with her quiet colleague, Ms. Donatella, as the truth behind her mistakes slowly surfaces. Drama Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Crisis & Shoes " | Memoir | Part VI of VI | Secretary Diaries Mia Z. Edwards recalls the urgency of a government task force during crisis, where a spontaneous compliment to the Secretary of the Department of Prominence sparks an unforgettable exchange. Drama Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Black & White Office Party" | Memoir | Part VI of VI Anxious over a mysterious meeting, Mia discovers she’s tasked with planning a celebration. Drama Teen & Young Adult 4 min read
• "Mailroom Christmas Party" | Memoir | Part VI of VI Mia and her coworker discover that the mailroom Christmas party, bursting with joy, soul, and unforgettable food, is the best celebration in the U.S. Department of Prominence. Drama Teen & Young Adult 5 min read
• "Classical Awakening" | Memoir | Part VI of VI | Secretary Diary A late-night office shift unexpectedly introduces Mia to classical music. Drama Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Snowstorm" | Memoir | Part VI of VI | Secretarial Diaries When a surprise snowstorm hit Washington, D.C., Mia Z. Edwards joined a determined crew of women navigating the storm on foot. Drama Teen & Young Adult 5 min read
• "Mentor Mrs. Jean" | Memoir | Part VI of VI | Secretarial Diaires Mrs. Jean, the unsmiling guide who turned peanut butter lunches into career-shaping lessons. Her quiet strength and tailored suits shaped my path, and my confidence as an office secretary in gov't. Adventure Teen & Young Adult 4 min read
• "The Pentagon" | Memoir | Part VI of VI | Secretarial Diaries After leaving the Department of Prominence, Mia Z. Edwards began a transformative journey in federal contracting, landing a role at the Pentagon. Drama Teen & Young Adult 4 min read
• "The C.I.A. Lover" | Memoir | Part VI of VI | Secretarial Diaries Channeling the confessional spirit of Taylor Swift, Mia Z. Edwards recounts her clandestine affair with Raphael, a deep-cover CIA agent whose presence was both intoxicating and dangerous. Drama Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "The Bus Stop" | Memoir | Part VI of VI | Secretarial Diaries Mia Z. Edwards captures the daily ritual at a D.C. bus stop, where federal workers swap stories and vent workplace woes. Drama Teen & Young Adult 4 min read
• "Special Agent Mia" | Memoir | Part VI of VI | Secretarial Diary Mia Z. Edwards, a secretary with a heart full of cinematic dreams, finds herself living out her fantasy as “Special Agent Mia." Action Drama Teen & Young Adult 4 min read
• "Notetaker" | Memoir | Part VI of VI | Secretarial Diaries When tasked with documenting high-stakes Y2K meetings under the scrutiny of a sharp-tongued supervisor, Mia Z. Edwards faces a crisis of confidence and a crash course in survival. Drama Teen & Young Adult 4 min read
• "The Documents" | Memoir | Part VI of VI | Secretarial Diaries With no petty cash, a bird’s unwelcome gift, and TSA agents standing in her way, Mia channels her inner Special Agent Mia Z; to complete the mission she has been assigned by a desk officer. Action Drama Teen & Young Adult 4 min read
• "Get Mia!" | Memoir | Part VI of VI | Secretarial Diaries Mia's internal monologue reveals a mix of exhaustion, pride, and frustration as she reflects on her work ethic, and lack of recognition. Drama Humour Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Prelude" | Memoir | Part VI of VI | Secretarial Diaries After surviving the chaos of global assignments and a literal explosion in the mailroom, Mia Z. Edwards sought stability, and found herself at the epicenter of federal power. Adventure Drama Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• “The Hotel Housekeeper" | Memoir | Part V of VI | Travel Journals On a chilly day in Buenos Aires, Mia Z. Edwards meets a hotel housekeeper whose rapid Spanish and unstoppable energy turn a simple cleaning visit into a whirlwind of laughter, hugs, and charm. Adventure Drama Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Airport Clash" | Memoir | Part V of VI | Travel Journals On her first official trip to Africa, Mia Z. Edwards faces exhaustion, unexpected confrontation, and a sharp rebuke from her supervisor. Adventure Drama Teen & Young Adult 4 min read
• "Marked with Meaning" | Memoir | Part V of VI | Travel Journals While waiting for a flight in Côte d’Ivoire, Mia Z. Edwards encounters a woman whose facial markings reflect a fading tradition. Adventure Drama Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Road to Truth" | Memoir | Part V of VI | Travel Journals On a road trip from Pretoria to Botswana, Mia Z. Edwards uncovers the harsh realities of apartheid’s legacy, colorism, and racial misclassification. Action Adventure Teen & Young Adult 4 min read
• "Not My Dress Size" | Memoir | Part V of VI | Travel Journals While traveling with her “Mission Impossible” Air Force team, Mia Z. Edwards explores Singapore with elegance and curiosity, only to face a cultural wake-up call in the women’s fashion world. Adventure Humour Teen & Young Adult 4 min read
• "Behaving in China" | Memoir | Part V of VI | Travel Journals From a stern pre-trip warning to navigating cultural taboos, currency laws, and watchful eyes, Mia recounts her efforts to stay out of trouble while exploring China’s iconic landmarks. Adventure Drama Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Mission to Asia" | Memoir | Part V of VI | Travel Journals On the eve of a life-changing journey, Mia prepares to leave Washington, D.C. for Asia, not alone, but with a secretive team. Adventure Drama Teen & Young Adult 4 min read
• "The Interrogation" | Memoir | Part V of VI | Travel Journals Mia's tense arrival in Havana, Cuba turns into an unexpected interrogation—windowless room, rapid-fire questions, and surreal beauty. A moment of fear, history, and relief. Adventure Drama Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Earthquake!" | Memoir | Part V of VI | Travel Journals In Mexico City for work, Mia Z. Edwards enjoys a cozy hotel evening, until an unexpected earthquake shakes her to the floor! Adventure Drama Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Unholy Glance " | Memoir | Part V of VI | Travel Journals On a business journey to Helsinki, Finland, a well-dressed Mia Z. Edwards finds herself in an awkward moment of unintended exposure. Adventure Drama Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Devil's Triangle" | Memoir | Part V of VI | Travel Journals After her baptism, Mia Z. Edwards faces her first test of faith, flying over the Devil’s Triangle to Barbados. Armed with scripture and trembling prayers, she wonders if fear or faith will prevail. Adventure Drama Teen & Young Adult 4 min read
• "Malaria??" | Memoir | Part V of VI | Travel Journals During a layover in Paris, Mia Z. Edwards visits the Louvre, only to witness something so strange, she wonders if it was an art heist… or a malaria-induced illusion. Adventure Drama Teen & Young Adult 5 min read
• "The Savvy Supervisor" | Memoir | Part V of VI | Travel Journals In this candid tribute, Mia Z. Edwards shares unforgettable remarks from her supervisor, Mr. Sam Hertzberg, during her global travels for the U.S. Department of Prominence. Adventure Drama Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Street Smarts" | Memoir | Part V of VI | Travel Journals Mia Z. Edwards recalls a surprising government offer to become a permanent global traveler. Adventure Drama Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Countries Visited" | Memoir | Part V of VI | Travel Journals In the quiet joy of retirement, Mia Z. Edwards opens her treasured scrapbook and relives a breathtaking two-year odyssey across Africa, Asia, Europe, and South America. Adventure Teen & Young Adult 4 min read
• "Paranoia" | Memoir | Part V of VI | Travel Journals In this riveting chapter, Mia Z. Edwards lands in Russia gripped by paranoia and fear, convinced she’s about to be taken captive. From a tense airport encounter to a sleepless night in a luxury hotel. Adventure Drama Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Fear of Flying" | Memoir | Part V of VI | Travel Journals In her first-ever flight, Mia Z. Edwards battles paralyzing fear, violent turbulence, and spiritual reckoning as she journeys from the safety of home to the heart of geopolitical tension, Russia. Adventure Drama Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Training" | Memoir | Part V of VI | Travel Journals In this gripping debut as a global traveler for the U.S. government, Mia confronts the emotional toll of high-risk global travel, a candid psychological evaluation, and a sudden assignment to Moscow. Adventure Drama Teen & Young Adult 4 min read
• "Self-Doubt" | Memoir | Part V of VI | Travel Journals An explosion freed me from the mailroom, and into a global role that sparked jealousy, doubt, and a fight to prove I belonged. Adventure Drama Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Prelude" | Memoir | Part V of VI | Travel Journals After a mailroom explosion, Mia Z. Edwards becomes a Global Traveler, overcoming fear and doubt to thrive abroad. This is a prelude to the cities she visited and the stories they inspired. Adventure Drama Teen & Young Adult 4 min read
• "The Mysterious Official" | Memoir | Part IV of VI | Tyrant Boss After a sack explodes on her in the mailroom, Mia becomes the center of a media storm, then receives a mysterious offer that changes everything. Drama Mystery Teen & Young Adult 4 min read
• "Sack Explosion!" | Memoir | Part IV of VI | The Tyrant Boss Demoted to the mailroom for defying a tyrant boss, Mia finds herself at the center of a shocking explosion, one that sparks headlines, soul-searching, and an unexpected visitor. Drama Teen & Young Adult 5 min read
• "Job Reassignment" | Memoir | Part IV of VI | Tyrant Boss Demoted to the mailroom after confronting her tyrant boss, Mia finds quiet strength, and the first stirrings of a comeback no one saw coming. Drama Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Mtg with Mr. Bernstein" | Memoir | Part IV of VI | Tyrant Boss A tense meeting. A turning point. A price paid. Mia speaks up, and the system finally listens. But not without consequences. Drama Teen & Young Adult 4 min read
• "Becoming a Gov't Servant" | Memoir | Part II of VI | Networking Mia had a secret past and a clean record—so she passed the government’s clearance, got sworn in with her mama’s Bible, and swapped selling dime bags of cannabis for GS-2 paychecks. Drama Teen & Young Adult 4 min read
• "Government Exam" | Memoir | Part II of VI | Networking Guided by Jim Cohen’s mentorship, I tackled Capitol Hill’s job scene and took the OPM exam to enter federal government service. Drama Teen & Young Adult 5 min read
• "Information Clerk" | Memoir | Part II of VI | Networking As a naive young woman, Mia juggled multiple jobs while working weekdays at the Library of Congress, where a clash with a hostile coworker taught her to assert herself and stand tall. Drama Teen & Young Adult 4 min read
• "Typing Test" | Memoir | Part II of VI | Networking Mia Z. Edwards seeks full-time work and follows her mentor’s advice to take a typing test at the Library of Congress. Drama Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Seeking Employment" | Memoir | Part II of VI | Foundations Mia navigates Pennsylvania Avenue with grit, volunteering by day, job-hunting by dusk, and learning the power of communication along the way. Adventure Drama Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Mentor, Mr. Cohen" | Memoir | Part II of VI | Networking Mr. Cohen was more than a mentor; he was a guide through the maze of federal employment. His advice opened doors I didn’t know existed. Drama Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Volunteer Work" | Memoir | II of VI | Networking Mia lands volunteer roles in two congressional offices and steps into the heart of American politics, where every day on Capitol Hill teaches her something new. Drama Teen & Young Adult 4 min read
• "Messenger" | Memoir | Part II of VI | Networking Mia is chosen for a temporary job at the U.S. Supreme Court, stepping into the highest building of the land, a world far removed from everything she’s known. Drama Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Job Interview" | Memoir | Part II of VI | Networking A high-stakes interview, a historic building, and one unexpected discovery that nearly derailed the day, but discretion (and a swift toss) saved the moment. Drama Teen & Young Adult 4 min read
• "Path to Independence" | Memoir | Part II of VI | Networking "My Path to Independence" follows Mia’s bold step toward seeking employment in the upscale Capitol Hill area of Washington, D.C., driven by her desire for a place to call her own. Drama Teen & Young Adult 4 min read
• "My First Apartment" | Memoir | Part I of VI | Foundations After securing a job in the federal government, I packed up my things and moved from the housing projects into my very first apartment. Drama Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "Sergeant Davis" | Memoir | Part I of VI | Foundations In "Sergeant Davis," readers meet an eccentric retired military man whose larger-than-life personality adds vibrancy to my housing project community. Drama Humour 3 min read
• "Calvin" | Memoir | Part I of VI | Foundations In my housing project community, Calvin became a familiar face as he knocked on doors seeking milk! Crime Humour 3 min read
• "Hostess" | Memoir | Part I of VI | Foundations I recount my journey as a young hostess at a bustling cafe, leading to my unexpected rise in popularity. Drama Teen & Young Adult 4 min read
• "The Nun" | Memoir | Part I of VI | Foundations As a young Christian, I reflecte on my first surgery at 15 and the whimsical memory of asking a nun for a chocolate candy bar, an innocent wish. Drama Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "The Thief" | Memoir | Part I of VI | Foundations He slipped into my life like a shadow, stealing not just my heart but every breath I took. Romance 3 min read
• "Maximus Leonetti" | Memoir | Part I of VI | Foundations In the shadows of the housing projects, Maximus Leonetti was the silent guardian who emerged like a tempest when trouble brewed. Drama Teen & Young Adult 3 min read
• "The Murderer" | Memoir | Part I of VI | Foundations In our tightly-knit housing projects, a shocking murder shatters the facade of safety, forcing us to confront the dark underbelly of our lives. Crime Drama Mystery 4 min read
• "Secular Matriarchs" | Memoir | Part I of VI | Foundations "Secular Matriarchs" depicts Mia's journey as she learns essential skills from the rebellious women of her community, contrasting with the religious teachings of her saintly matriarchs. Drama Teen & Young Adult 6 min read
• "Saintly Matriarchs" | Memoir | Part I of VI | Foundations Every Friday night, a circle of women gathered at Sister Ella’s home—anointed voices rising in prayer, stitching strength into the silence. Years later, their memory became my refuge. Drama 6 min read
• "The Housing Projects" | Memoir | I of VI | Foundations A raw, reflective glimpse into the housing projects that raised me. Drama 5 min read
• "About Me" | Memoir | Part I of VI | Foundations From DC’s modest corners to government corridors, this is a life shaped by romance novels, mystery plots, and a love of the news. Curious, driven, and always reading. Drama Teen & Young Adult 5 min read
• "Gia, The Friendly Spirit" | Memoir | Part I of VI | Foundations Gia, The Friendly Spirit is a spiritual mystery wrapped in grace. She doesn’t haunt. She helps. Drama Mystery 5 min read