Böcker av Uloma Kama

The Moment as it Unfolds tells the coming-of-age story of Ava, a high school senior who moves across the country right before her final year. Ava must learn to embrace change and put herself out there as she starts at a new school. When Ava meets an eclectic group of peers - the artistic Mia, the funny Miguel, the bookish Santiago, and brothers Pedro and Hugo - she is at first hesitant to open her heart to new friendship. But as she gets to know them, Ava realizes this group shares a deep bond and understanding that welcomes her in. Through sharing laughs and creative pursuits together, Ava begins to see each school day as an opportunity to create new memories, rather than dread the unknown. But when life presents challenges like Miguel's brief disappearance or the looming uncertainty of school acceptances, their friendship is tested. By living fully in each present moment, no matter the difficulties, Ava and her friends help each other stay anchored in hope. They prove that everyday connections have the power to make even a time of change feel like home. Ultimately, "The Moment as it Unfolds" is a story about the resilience of the human spirit and the ability for community to lift us up through all of life's transitions. By embracing each day's potential rather than fearing the future, true belonging and self-discovery can be found.

"Once upon a time; there was another marriage!" follows Cathy Mcpherson over many years of marriage unraveling. What starts as enjoyable annual getaways with husband, Troy slowly evolve into sites of bickering and conflict. The seeds of their growing apart are sewn during chance fights on trips to Palm Springs, Vegas, and LA. In the aftermath of Troy's job loss, tensions reach a boiling point, leading Cathy to request a trial separation. Through independence, solo travel to Japan, and new love with Rafael, Cathy reclaims herself and embraces life's next bright chapter after scattered marriage."

After a refreshing four-day Thanksgiving break, Aubrey Cooper braces herself to return to her busy marketing job in the city. As one last hurrah, she indulges in Cyber Monday deals while staying with family. But thoughts of uncertainty creep in about her career path and life. When she re-enters the office, big projects and impending changes loom. Through it all, trusted friends offer respite. Over the next pivotal months, Aubrey must decide if she's ready to take a new direction or commit to growth right where she is. This story explores finding purpose during life's crossroads.

Set against a backdrop of lush rolling hills, this tale "Umber; The Truce between the Flame and the Sparks," portrays age-old tensions suddenly erupting between two peoples - the Flamefolk of the upper highlands and the industrious Sparkers of the valley towns below. As cycles of reaction and retaliation give rise to further division, only a few seek understanding instead of vengeance. Tariq and Umber daringly build rapport between former foes, inspiring glimmers of hope. But can their bond take root when fear and fanaticism hold such sway? Through intimate glimpses of lives on both sides, this story navigates the thorny path towards truce - and maybe even trust - between two determined to share land, each calling these scenic yet stormy regions home.

For Ulyssa, Thanksgiving has always represented much more than just a season of feasting - it's meant returning to the anchors that steady her through life's changes. After another year away teaching on the west coast, she eagerly anticipates her yearly homecoming and reunion with family. This holiday promises to be extra memorable, with new love and additions to celebrate. Through reconnecting over rituals of togetherness, Ulyssa finds her soul nourished by roots of piety, laughter and belonging. Her journey home is one of renewal in the familiar - a reminder that no matter how far life's journey may take her, this will always be where she finds her place.

Uloma, a young girl from Thanasi, discovers her love for ice-skating and embarks on a journey to pursue her passion in Jameson Town. With unwavering commitment, she trains tirelessly, refining her skills and pushing her limits.