The Humble Journey: A Collection of Beginning Stories

By Ciera Starks

"Forgiveness: The Struggle Within," tells the moving story of a father, Trevor, struggling to recover from the loss of his son. Struggling against the demons within, Trevor attempts to remember the powerful lesson of forgiving oneself.

In the story, "I Need Help," a lonely gent, Florence, delights in the taste of whiskey. The world seems to be fine until his inflexible drinking costs him everything. To move forward, all he has to do is admit and say only three key words.

"Distant Love in a Painting," follows the story of George and Emily. His paintings received many awards and drew the interest of many museum owners. One being a famous Swedish museum owner, who later discovered that the inspiration for George's paintings was a person he used to love.

"Still Waters," is a short story featuring Claire, a hopeless romantic, juggling life as a student, mom, and fiancé. A whirlwind of emotions crashes down on Claire, leaving her drowning in sorrows. Only one song, one voice from her lifeline, can guide her safely back to the still waters.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Ciera Starks
• Release date: Jan 5, 2022
• ISBN: 9781005923938

Ciera Starks

Ciera Starks is a screenwriter and filmmaker specializing in romantic comedies and dramas. She is a member of the Creative Writers Club at Full Sail University, where she is pursuing her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Creative Writing.In her personal time and for family enjoyment, she has featured her optimistic kids in more than a dozen short films that she's produced. Being frequently told to slow down in life, she plans her escape and takes off running.You can connect with her on LinkedIn or you can also visit her website, which is currently in development. Ciera is currently working on a novel and an upcoming short film series that will later be posted on her website.

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The Humble Journey

A Collection of Beginning Stories

By: Ciera Starks

Copyright © Ciera Starks, 2021

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ISBN: 97810005923938

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Table of Contents

Title Page

Copyright Page

Table of Contents

Dedication

Forgiveness: The Struggle Within

I Need Help

Distant Love in a Painting

Still Waters

About the Author

Dedication

This eBook is dedicated to my family and loved ones. Thanks for giving me the push I needed to start. It was nerve wrecking but totally fun! I love you all!

Forgiveness: The Struggle Within

Forgiving ourselves is only half the battle.

It was 10:10 in the morning. Dr. Burns, of Wesley Behavioral Health Clinic, sat in her black office chair reading the patient’s file. Her 10:00 am appointment was late.

The phone rang.

Send him in, thanks, she said, closing her shades and turning