Hi, I wanted to take a minute or two and introduce myself. I am Stephanie Lawrence the author of "Choices." I live in Lake County, California, North of San Francisco in the mountains above the Napa Valley wine country. I live with my partner of 29 years, Rick White, and my 3-year-old amazing, stubborn, funny, and impatient little mini long-haired Dachshund Mollie, who owns everything and everyone in our household. I have been writing most of my life but never did anything with it until my adopted brother stepped in and said that if I was going to write so beautifully, I should at least share it, and so here I am hoping you feel the same way."Choices" is first on my list. It debuted just a few weeks ago. It is the story of one young man's journey from childhood to adulthood and the choices he makes in adulthood as a result of his upbringing. It's a story of strength and courage as a young man fights to find the good within himself after being raised by abusive parents who beat it into him that he was bad. Growing up bad was a normal way of life for him. Then he meets her and she is determined to help him see the goodness that is born in each of us. The time comes when he must make a difficult decision. Is he good or is he bad?You can find "Choices, parts one and two" (that's the whole title and one book) on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, GooglePay, and Apple iTunes. It is also available on Amazon UK. You can buy it anywhere in paperback or e-book.My channel on YouTube called "Stephanie Lawrence, Choices," showcases 3 excellent book trailers for a sneak peek at this romantic mystery. Don't miss them. They were done by some amazing film makers. There is a link to get you to the sales page of both sites.I have a website at steffy1948.wix.com.my-site. The trailers are there also, and there is a short bio with pictures and cover art, as well as information on forth- coming novels, including the sequel "Choices, the aftermath," the story of the results of Jareds decision about his life. Each site has a link to the stores where you can find "Choices."REVIEWS ***Amazon Customer5.0 out of 5 stars What a Journey! Each page leaves you wanting more!Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2021"This book will have you wanting to read cover to cover in one sitting! Such a great Journey. Great book!"***Maureen turner-books by Maureen5.0 out of 5 stars Choices - a debut novelReviewed in the United Kingdom on March 29, 2022Verified Purchase‘Choices’ is Stephanie Lawrence’s debut novel. A story of a young man who throughout his childhood was constantly told by his parents that he was bad in every way. Tell someone that, day in and day out, and there comes a time when a young mind comes to believe it. Therefore, Jared Johnson reaches adulthood with little self-esteem. As soon as he was deemed to be able to look after himself, his uncaring parents cut him adrift telling him he was no longer welcome in their home. He drifts until he ends up working at a small chapel for the kindly Pastor Simon. At last, he finds someone who takes him at face value knowing nothing of his past. It looks as though Jared has finally found peace of mind until a mishap has him plunged back into the dark world that he grew up in. Unable to cope, he moves on, thinking himself useless until Arianna comes into his life and once again, he finds a modicum of peace. One beautifully written passage comes as a thought from Jared,"How, when I am at my worst, her best saves me."If I have tickled your interest, I will say no more. Buy the book and find out how Jared’s life opens up romantically. This is a well written first novel by an author who, one wonders, has maybe known difficult times herself. I could be wrong, and this book could just the result of an imaginative and creative mind. Either way, I have awarded it five stars.Read moreReport abuse ***Dayalanand5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful Story, written by a wonderful author.Reviewed in India on December 31, 2021Verified PurchaseAn amazing book. An amazing love story, both entertaining and educating. Written by an amazing author. Love can lead us to find what is good inside us; absence of love can lead us to forget what is good inside us. And this is what this book attempts to convey, through a beautiful heart touching story.A must-read.And now for tomorrow I introduce you to my second and third books coming in the near future."Poems, Stories, and Dreams," is in the editing stages of publishing now, getting ready to go to interior design. It spotlights all my poetry, short stories, fantasy and fiction writings, with a few tips and tricks on living. It is a potpourri of fun, tears, and laughter, and if you read the whole book, you will know me, my hopes and dreams, my life. I share it with you because I love people and consider many as friends. By the time you reach the end, you will either love me or hate me. lol its debut fulfills a promise I made to my adopted brother before his passing. This book will find its way onto bookshelves sometime this winter or early next year;. Stay tuned for a different kind of read. I just finished a supernatural murder mystery titled " Sleeping With a Monster, the evil within." You will find that when you pick it up, you won't put it down until it's finished. This book is my baby. Hopefully it will be in stores in the near future. Though also a different genre, it is my favorite of all my books and I think it will be yours too. I am still wide-eyed that I could even write such a book. Thank you so much for staying with me here and getting to know me. I hope you enjoyed my page. You've read enough here that I now consider you my friend. And if you ever want to talk to me, ask any questions about me or my books, I'm more than happy to comply. You can reach me anytime at steffy1948@att.net. I hope you will buy "Choices, parts one and two (one book() I think it will be worth it to relax and take yourself out of your life for awhile and share it with Jared. He could use a friend too.Read more about this authorRead less about this author