Andrea Lena DiMaggio

Three Short Stories previously published separately. Happy Valentine's Day, Main character ages vary from story to story

His mother can teach him, the way to behave, but she won't make a sissy out o' him-- Not him! Not my boySTRONG CAUTION = TRIGGER WARNING - TRAUMA FROM 'CONVERSION THERAPY'SWI feature for title plate and formatting

Paul Atreides learns that Spice is the Variety of Life. What's the Fremen word for silly? Rated M for Melange.Note that there is absolutely no continuity whatsoever between the cinematic and television portrayals contained herein. All photo manipulation courtesy of FaceAPP. BTW? I wanna be Rebecca Ferguson when I grow up

In Memory of those who made the ultimate sacrifice.December 7, 1941

What if Neo chose the Mauve pill?

With Veterans' Day approaching, we often forget those left behind in times of war. Dani Benson longs for the day when she and her true love are united.SWI for tile and formatting only; Romance

She stared into space, imagining what the boy would say if he knew how much she cared. No coward; she was as brave a soul as anyone might wish to know, even if she didn't know it herself. SWI for formatting only, Identity crisis, cutting

She has a crush...She sighed, wondering what it would feel like to be held in the strong embrace of the kind man. Coming of Age. SWI for Title and Format

Eric Turner of Akron, Ohio, finds that the longest day of his life is only the beginning.SWI for formatting

Just sit right back and you'll hear a tale,A tale of a fateful tripThat started from this orb of oursAboard this small starship.Rated S for Silly; Humor

Benyamin learns that his life does have meaning despite the hardships he has endured all his life.

Found herein are letters between the Bedford Cousinsregarding the Christmas of 1821...A Conspiracy to end all Conspiracies SWI for title and format only

A musical Comedio-Tragedy in less than One Act for several gals here (you know who you are!)Musical Parody

A nice musical contribution guaranteed (Maybe) to make you laugh. Happy New Year! Mostly voluntary! Rated M for Mirthful

... Tonight, you're mine completelyYou give your love so sweetlyTonight, the light of love is in your eyesBut will you love me tomorrow?Janey and Callie have a serious talk...SWI for Title plate and formatting

In celebration of the many years of brave sacrifice by transgender women and men for the sake of freedom. Previously published at FM in this author's Band of Sisters Anthology of Short Stories.SWI for Title Plate and Formatting only.

An old man recalls fond if still sad memories. His daughter helps him remember that he was doubly blessed. I'm sorry for being a few weeks late, given the subject.SWI for title plate and formatting only. Ultimately the stated age of the character does not reflect past events.Thank you for your continued encouragement.

At the end of Avengers: Endgame, Captain America - Steve Rogers - assumes the daunting task of returning all six of the Infinity Stones to their time and place of origin to restore balance to the Universe. Unfortunately, or perhaps fortunately, while things started just fine, his return takes an entirely different direction. I suppose that Dr. Strange and the Ancient One might have cautioned Steve, but oh well...

When Jimmy left home, it sadly was because he was left with no choice. Now, years later, Lonnie will quickly learn if you truly can go home again.SWI for Title Plate and formatting only

In a redeemed Universe, the Skywalker family thrives, since there's the force, but then again there's THE FORCE. And Mom knows best! Not a terribly bad boy to an exceptionally good girl! Forced but not at all secretly! Photo manipulation courtesy of Face App.

Believe in what you feel inside and give your dreams the wings to fly.You have everything you need if you just believe.Real world collides with fantasy; SWI for title plate and formatting

With the Christmas Season upon us (Yep - Post-Thanksgiving with decorations and Candy and such on sale everywhere; here's a nice tale bound to warm your heart. With apologies to Raymond Burr and Charles Dickens. Humor if not downright silliness! In Glorious Black and White!Rated G for Gojira!

Oh, empty my heartI've got to make roomFor this feelingIt's so much bigger than meMaddie finds that life has plans for her that she could never have imagined. SWI for formattingStrong Caution: death and survivor's guilt; transgender issues

Mickey Bisceglia has a secret... No, not that one. But before he has a chance to share it, his life is changed forever; And that is a very long time. Mickey comes to realize that truly loving Jenn comes at the expense of his own happiness. Everything comes full circle Thanks to everyone who provided me with encouragement!Sudden change; Romance; SWI for formatting only...

Mickey Bisceglia has a secret... No, not that one. But before he has a chance to share it, his life is changed forever; And that is a very long time. Mickey comes to realize that truly loving Jenn comes at the expense of his own happiness. This chapter demanded its own space to help further show just how much of an investment each sacrifice will require of everyone!Sudden change; Romance; SWI for formatting only...

Mickey Bisceglia has a secret... No, not that one. But before he has a chance to share it, his life is literally changed forever; And that is a very long time. Mickey learns why he has been destined to continue.. Sudden change; Romance; SWI for formatting only...

Mickey Bisceglia has a secret... No, not that one. But before he has a chance to share it, his life is literally changed forever; And that is a very long time. While things seem cold and dim, and discouragement abounds, hope remains.Sudden Change; Romance; SWI for formatting only.[added 10/04/2023, edited]

Mickey Bisceglia has a secret... No, not that one. But before he has a chance to share it, his life is literally changed forever; And that is a very long time.Sudden Change; romance; SWI for formatting only.

Ariadne of Sadisdava is worried that her brother Leander is already almost eighteen, but sounds like... a girl. Scared for his safety, she prays to Hera, Queen of the Gods, and Athena the Goddess of Wisdom, that they might send a Muse to her to help Leander. Hera and Athena decide that Ariadne will receive help from all NINE Muses.Greek Mythology; intersex; romance

The Third Age of Middle Earth; Gondor at the City of Minas Tirith, in the House of Healing on the day of the Battle of Pelannor Fields...Fan Fic; Middle Earth; Fantasy segue into rela world...SWI for title plate and formatting only

Saga Noren, most recently a Detective for the Malmö Police , has effectively resigned, with all but the paperwork to be processed.Between burnout and personal setbacks, including a year in prison after being convicted unjustly for her mother's murder, Saga has decided to move on, but has no idea yet what she is moving to...Lesbian Romance; transgender; crime drama

All you need is a Sonic Screwdriver and a dream...Ooooooh wheeeee oooooh...oooh......oooh...oooh...oooh........ooooh...Age: Immortal/Timeless; Simultaneous Age Progression and RegressionChange: Intentional and accidental at the same time!Real Life Situation? IF ONLY!Rated G for Galfrey

The more things change... A short story of renewal and hope.SWI for title plate and formatting.

Ariadne of Sadisdava is worried that her brother Leander is already almost eighteen, but sounds like... a girl. Scared for his safety, she prays to Hera, Queen of the Gods, and Athena the Goddess of Wisdom, that they might send a Muse to her her help Leander. Hera and Athena decide that Ariadne will receive help from all NINE Muses.Greek Mythology; intersex; romanceThis is a limited serial which will be posted one part per week.

The website included so much of what Tony remembered as a teen years ago, but the regrets still held sway as hard times left every comic book in some dusty bin in a comic book shop in the mall two towns over. All that remained were memories...SWI for Title Plate and Formatting only

To paraphrase someone. Tommy and Ginnie have "some Cos 'splainin' to do."SWI for formatting onlyNow where did I leave the keys to my Nash? Rated J for Jeepers, Miss Lane!

Just another transgender middle schooler trying to get along... SIGHSWI for title and formatting only.

For every soul whose heart never matched their body; never to live a life of their own while still making the supreme sacrifice for the sake of many! In celebration of those transgender service personnel on this holiday weekend.SWI for title plate and formatting only.

You will find the warmth when you surrender. Smile into the fear and let it play. Evan learns that bravery doesn't mean being fearless. Being brave means acting in the face of fear.SWI for Title Plate and formatting only.

Come visit a place where many have received refuge from an unforgiving world; where comfort, and strength, and especially love abound.Previously published in serial form. Renewed hope and romance!Caution: Previous abuse referred to. Portions semi-autobiographicalSWI for Title plate and formatting only. All characters from The Home that Love Built which are not mine belong to authors from the series.

Doe blinked back a few more tears, and grabbed Lola's left hand; playfully tapping the diamond on the second ring."Mine forever, hon." Lola said as she leaned closer and kissed her bride."I love you!'"Me too, Lola. Me too!" Doe's eyes widened in joy as she surrendered to the kiss...Bad Boy to very, very good girl; Age-Timeless; Rated G for Gee...Ain't life wonderful?

Wow! There's a newly discovered version of that beloved classic that manages to capture the magic of the original while re-imagining it for today's generation. Here are a few excerpted lyrics to peruse...SWI for title plate and formatting only;

Once again, for your amusement, the comedic stylings of Roland and Dimaggio. This classic skit is taken from their long-running PBS-BBC joint production, Lost in Transition. Please enjoy and don't forget this week is pledge week. Roland and Dimaggio will be taking your phone calls at 1-800-555-BRAS...1-800-555-2727SWI for formatting; rated U for Unmentionables

So many times when the city seems to beWithout a friendly face, a lonely placeIt's nice to know that you'll be there if I need youAnd you'll always smile, it's all worthwhileRomance; SWI for title plate and formatting only

A belated holiday tale... Kenny Devuska loves classical music and dance. He's distracted by that enough to miss certain social clues while coming rudely face-to-face with others... But there's a rescuer just across the hall at West Morris High... Ach... prawdziwa mi

Linda Piontak is a young lady with a talent as a pianist; more so as a tutor of the piano. But even with those things going for her, she has a secret that could jeopardize everything she has ever longed for. In the midst of this, Linda discovers that even a tutor can learn a thing or two; especially when love is involved.Romance; music; identity crisis. Previously posted in serial form; Revised and expanded. SWI for Title Plate and formatting only.

This story is for anyone who hopes and dreams, no matter what they put their faith and beliefs in or even if they just hope and dream...SWI for title plate and formatting; intersex

The runner-up for the coveted Golden Chemise at the 2021 TransDance Film Festival, this documentary series continuation from the 1990s celebrates Film Mauve, These films while not as dark as Film Noir, still are reminiscent of the intrigue and suspense of the 1940s and 1950s. These movies include portrayals of and by crossdressers, post-op, pre-op, and non-op transsexuals, transvestites, and all of the gender-fluid characters we absolutely adored but dare not tell Mom and Dad. I wanna be Ida Lupino when I grow up!

...Runner-Up Silver Cami at the 2018 TransDance Film Festival, this documentary series celebrates Film Mauve, movies not as dark or nearly as Noir-ish and includes portrayals of crossdressers, post-op, pre-op, and non-op transsexuals, transvestites, transmen, transwomen, transubstantiation, Trans Siberian Railways, Google Translator, and a whole lot of folks not mentioned here, which is certainly a lot more fun... Semi-Sweet; hardly sentimental

...winner of the Golden Chemise at the 2017 TransDance Film Festival, this documentary series celebrates Film Mauve, movies not as dark as Film Noir and includes portrayals of crossdressers, post-op, pre-op, and non-op transsexuals, transvestites, transmen, transwomen, transcendental meditation, National Transportation Safety Board agents, and a whole lot of folks not mentioned here, which is certainly a lot more fun...

Join me for a whimsical poetic look at being transgender circa 19th-century with a slight lean toward forced femme; all the while being barely reluctant. Good boys to extremely good girls!

As the rain it falls (we begin again)Heavy in my heart (as the storm breaks through)Believe the light in you (the light shines in you)A romance that ended all too soon while still transcending time. Fantasy mixed with real life; stark reality mixed with whimsy; sadness mixed with hope.

Almost like a trope-filled story that her late Grand-père might read, fashion designer Estelle St. Moritz was fascinated with how satin appears draped on a female form... More specifically, how that female form wasn't necessarily female.Domination féminine douce; Transexuelles; Pas si mauvais garçons transformés en très bonnes fille; Bonne année!

Hogwarts, circa 1959...Douglas wonders what awaits him at his new school... (Mother's chemist apparently administered a spell - Estriadolicus Interuterous) Entirely autobiographical and all too common with many of us Mid-Century Classics (D.E.S. Sons) Real World - mostly

Pre-Holiday story arriving early to beat the Yuletide Rush! After considerable thought, Sally arrives at the perfect answer as to what Christmas Gift can she get for Jack. Ages vary between 25 and 1000 years old; depending on who you ask. Rated P for Playful

Some songs to remind us how things can be for folks this time of yearPreviously published under different title in serial formLyric/Verse Don't mind me. I'm just Yulin' around!

Julienne and Samantha Pinchon would do anything to please their mother and certainly would do anything to win a bet to prove that devotion... Wouldn't they?SWI for Title Plate and formatting

There's trouble in the Arizona Territory as Henry Terrill and Rufus Hannasay fight over the water rights to Big Muddy, the ranch owned by spinster Julie Marragon, who refuses to sell to them. And sqaure in the middle of it all is Henry's daughter Patricia Terrill. Patricia rides to Julie's ranch to try to talk some sense into her, but it's Patricia who sees the light...Semi-sweet and only a teeny bit sentimental... Petticoats, crinolines, and corsets implied- it's the late 1800s in the Southwest, after all...

The girl in the mirror smiled at her; a smile that puzzled her since she was quite aware that it was her own reflection; she was eight years old, after all... Senior Citizen discusses childhood.Strong Caution: Graphic depiction of physical abuse of a child; allusions to sexual abuse of a child! Autobiographical (All of it)SWI for formatting only.

Vinnie turned around and looked at the girl in the mirror. Her makeup ran only slightly as she cried a bit before turning her attention to the music playing on the radio. And she sighed.Semi-autobiographical[added 01/22/2012]

It's been said that fools rush in where angels fear to tread? In East Chicago they'd find some of us already there waiting for them to show up. Fan Fiction; Nostalgia

A woman, especially if she has the misfortune of knowing anything, should conceal it as well as she can. - all the better if she is a he!Based in part on the works of Jane Austen; Romance; Transgender; Corsets sort of implied. Sweetly authoritarian

Richie MacDonald longs to be seen as the person their mom Ellie MacDonald has yet to meet. But a step outside their home in the middle of a snowstorm figures in sending Richie on the times of HER lives. Whimsey mixed with wishful thinking with a tad of autobiography... Transgender.

"No doubt about it...you'd pass in a heartbeat. You'd certainly be the best looking girl in the chess club." Dina laughed as she took a brush to his hair,"I'd be the only girl in the chess club!" Andy said and shook his head. It was starting to feel very odd. The slight added weight on his chest, coupled with the new sensation of the draft created by the newness of a denim midi skirt made him feel....good.Transgender; family matters; toxic faith; romance; music...lotsa music

Come take my hand; You should know me. I've always been in your mind.You know I will be kind; I'll be guiding you.Family matterrs; transgender; SWI for formatting only.

Davey and Alexandre' are two boys cut from the same cloth; born out of time, as it says somewhere. Their fates intertwine as they meet in the most unlikely place; a place fraught with peril but oddly also touched by hope... Transgender; Fantasy mixed with reality; Rated M for depictions of violence; SWI for title plate and formatting only.

"What I did it for, Mom, was and still is to be who I am. We .....I talked about this with you. I'm going to be who I am, Mom." A head shake followed by a sigh followed by an uncharacteristic display of emotions usually reserved for bedrooms and pillows and stuffed animals...Transgender; Identity Issues; SWI for title plate and formatting.

Two women - One desperate to prove herself and the other desperate to prove to her lover that she has nothing to prove. Lesbian Romance; Transgender

We all make choices. But sometimes it's not just what choice we make but rather who we become for ourselves and especially for others in the midst of our choices.Agrodolce e sentimentale (Bitter Sweet and sentimental)Romance; TransgenderSWI for title plate and formatting only

It's perhaps the most important birthday of Carol Le Fleur's life; a day mixed with sadness and challenges but also mixed with hope and self-acceptance.Identity crisis; transgender; Mostly sweet and entirely sentimental; SWI for title plate and formatting only.

...the scene distorted; almost like watching acetate melt in a dream turned nightmare. The young man still smiled and kissed and touched gently, but instead of a girl feeling love and life, the boy lay on his bed feeling nothing but shame and sadness...Identity crisis; semi-autobiographical; Agrodolce e appena sentimentale, si? - SWI for title plate and formatting only; Rated EXT for extremely conflicted teen.

"Do you mind, Mr. Gershwin?""That you have a girl's name? Oh, Hell, there are a lot more important and serious things in life than having the wrong name. It's okay.""No, Mr. Gershwin. I mean do you mind that you got stuck with a daughter instead of a son?Transgender; lesbian romance; music, music, music; this story spans decades of the heroine's SWI for title plate and formatting only

Owen Distefano is getting nowhere fast, as the old saying goes. He's in love with a girl who only loves girls. Sooooo.... his parents help him figure out just WHO he really is.Sweet and Magical; romance

Transgender romance. Rated M for My oh my!

Vi was about as pretty as you could imagine an eleven-year-old could be. Even in a good family things happen, but in a less fortunate home, Vi's life was shoved horribly in a direction no child should be sent. She lay on her back and stared at the ceiling as she clutched her favorite toy; a striped toy cat."It's gonna be okay," she whispered to the cat as the sound of sagging bedsprings interrupted her words. She drew in a breath and hope this time she wouldn't cry too much...Non-transgender; SWI for formatting only; film adaptation

Today of all days, she was just so self-centered. How could she even dream of asking for something so special when others cried out from cold dark places? What did she ever do to deserve to be as happy as he was, and yet here he wanted more?transgender; celebrating Pride Month

"Have I told you today how much I love you," the only slightly younger woman said as she sat down in the driver's seat beside her."Yes...just now," she laughed a throaty laugh.Transgender; JazzSWI for title plate and format only.

The dream seemed real, but when she opened her eyes, Jennifer lay in the same darkened bedroom; the crimson brocade drapes had become dull, bluish-gray curtains. The walls lost their velvet and gained a dull old beige coat of paint...White gowns merged sadly into dark green sweat pants and tee shirts, and Jennifer looked around at the décor of the room, which had been transformed from romantic to common and mundane; a boy's room for sure."It's okay, Jay...Some day, huh?"Real-world mixed with the supernatural; transgender; lesbian romanceSWI for title plate and formatting only

A story of exploration; innocence and wonder mixed with shame and hopelessness. Non-fiction.SWI feature for title plate and format only.Transgender; identity crisis.

Beyond this place of wrath and tears, looms but the Horror of the shad. And yet the menace of the years finds and shall find me unafraid.Identity crisis; domestic violence recovery; transgenderSWI for Title Plate and FORMAT only.

This is a collection of vignettes; brief glimpses into the lives of transwomen. Real-life portrayals of hopes and dreams; struggles and setbacks; and triumphs. Transgender; real-world lives imagined. Not all categories apply to all stories. SWI for formatting. Multiple age categories.

Oh, you win me over, ohTime and time againOh, I'm falling overFor every breath I wastedI'm coming home to taste it in youRomantic vignette; transgenderSWI title plate, formatting

"Johanna told me everything, my dear Sergeant." His eyes widened in fear, provoking a gentle squeeze of his left hand by her right as she said at last."Thank you for loving our Johanna, my dear Roberta."Romance; Transgender

"...tell me, when you are in love, is it, well, is it hard to think of anybody but, but one person?" The words came from her mouth; both happily and reluctant as she recalled her fears. Her Lady-in-Waiting spoke words intended to assure."Yes, indeed my lady Marian, and sometimes it's a bit of trouble sleeping."Transgender romanceRated M for Maiden and not Maid, per se...

Music long forgotten helps Donna recall just how much her mother knew about her middle childopera to bless the soul: an adult reminisces about childhood

It's July 3rd, 1874; the day befor Independence Day and the day bfore the gala event of the year in Providence, Rhode Island. The girls of the August family are busying themselves with preparations for next evening's festivities; wondering whom might they meet? What would everyone be wearing? But mostly how to introduce the youngest August child to the wonder of the day.Short Story; SWI for title plate and formatting only. Rated G for Gentle

Joey's mom and sis arrive a bit earlier than planned to help prepare for Joey's wedding...(Take the Garden State Parkway to Exit 82 East for Rt. 37)Guests have a choice of Shrimp Scampi or Mustociolli with Sausage or MeatballsHeterasexshul, RomaaanceRated G for "Gee, Really? Aw, goawn! Are you serious?"

Buzz Lightyear learns that even in the worst of circumstances, things are always hopeful when you've got a friend.Quick transformation courtesy of Mattel, Inc.

Yoshi pretty much understands it's WHO you are that matters. Will his parents feel the same way?Transgender; fanfictionSWI for title plate and format

The girl looked in the mirror and was once again disappointed with her reflection. Up until recently, she worked where long hair wasn't permitted, and her hair hadn't even reached her collar yet. She looked at her body, and hated what she saw...Post Traumatic Stress Disorder; gender dysphoria; romance

Christmas can be hard to bear in the midst of grief, but Carmine learns that his grief is becoming agrodolce...bittersweetgrief/loss; family issuesSWI for titleplate and formatting

It's Christmas Eve morning, and Bruno Ardelino was up all night trying to come up with a way to introduce his 'other' daughter to his congregation. A daughter they've known all along as the Ardelino's son...SWI for title plate and formatting

Santa's GPS is on the fritz, so he's forced to rely on a familiar face for help.Musical Parody; SWI for title plate and formatting

In celebtration of Transgender Day of Remembrance 11/20/2021Transgender; semi-auto-biographical CAUTION: Discussed suicideSWI for title plate and formatting

Archchie rediscovers just how special his late wife was, and how much of her lives n in both her children,Transgender; Matters of Faith

It's been said that the journey of a thousand miles begins with one step. Sean Aulinn will find that his first step leads him to the journey of a lifetime.Dream Sequence; SWI for title plate and formatting only.

American families love Halloween. And none more than a certain family in Springfield... Marginally 'bad' boy to really good gitlSWI for formatting only

And I'm young enough to look atAnd far too old to seeAll the scars are on the insideI'm not sure if there's anything left of meDystopian future where is is forbidden unto pain of death - a mal-existence for anyone who does not fit in.SWI for title plate and formatting only

Denise Ragazzi is face with how to respond to a very handsome young man when he asks, "Excuse me Miss? Is this seat taken?"SWI for title plate and formatting only.

Challenges await all the girls as their lives intersect.Identity crisis; romance

Danni learns something new about her brother...leading her to discover herself. Identity Crisis; Transgender

She had given up almost all hope for a life that would include both her music and her...HER...that her life would include the woman she had hoped she would become; already helping others come to know. For now, Elaine was a good friend to as many as she could be, even if only a few of them knew her as someone other than Alan Peterson.Transgender; family matters; music; romance

"You...you don't under...understand."She sat down on the bed and rubbed his back."What don't I understand, honey?""It...it's not...." He continued to sob."Not what?" she said softly."I don't...I don't...." He looked up into her eyes, and her solace and acceptance pulled his heart into hers."It...it's not....Mom...I'm a girl."Book One of Four; Transgender; romance; identity crisis; music REVISED[added 09/08/2021]

After a rewarding if very tiring week. Judith is flying home. Having made the trip to Montreal by rail, the travel back to San Diego would be via her first flight.Transgender

"The time has come," the women said,"To talk of many things:Of shoes--and slips--and depilatory-wax--Of camisoles--and queens--And why corsets are so damned hot--And do Victoria Secret girls really have wings?"Crossplay; Hidden assets; LesbiliciousRated G for Gee I wish this was me (either one)

Jack discovers that nothing that happens in ou lives fefines us, but that how he responded helped define who she is becoming.CAUTION: discussed backstory sexual abuse of a child; semi-autobigraphical; transgender

If you're lost you can look - and you will find meTime after timeIf you fall I will catch you - I'll be waitingTime after timeIdentity crisis; grief/loss; transgender

Jay Artale discovers that in trying to support HIS mother he just might save HERSELF...Family crisis; identity crisis; cultural differences

We sometimes learn that not all uneasy dreams turn out to be nightmares.Fantasy short story...

With all the imaginative if confusing Universes and such, there is a myriad of possibilities even Dr. Strange could not have anticipated. "What if?" results for the most part had turned out okay after Tony Stark snapped his fingers, only to find things just a wee bit different than hoped for, including dialogue nearly completely consisting of silly tongue twisters...

And any star I choose watches over me so I know I'm not alone when I'm here on my ownJackie realizes that even in the midst of loss, she'll never be alone...Based on characters by J.M. Barrie, Jim V. Hart, and Malia Scotch MarmoS.W.I. for title and formatting

She looked in the mirror, checking those pesky age lines, which were the least of her worries."He's got to be there...God I hope he doesn't show up," she thought to herself. She quickly followed that with,"God, I hope he shows up."Identity crisis

"Heard you're really good at....locating things." She smiled, her teeth beamed like pearls, which looked nice surrounded by those ruby lips...If I still had the equipment downstairs I woulda' had a hard time standing, ya know? But I digress...Film Noir-ish, transgender

"Why do I even bother?" she asked of no one and herself. No one responded, but she answered herself with a sigh."Because it's all you have, Marie my dear!" she heard.Identity crisis; relationships' transgender

Albert Ragazzo of Brooklyn, New York lives his wildest fantasy...or does he?MTV meets Fantasy Island

Sonic and Tails come face to face with their biggest fears...

Kellan Patterson has arrived on Fantasy Island seeking his heart's desire. Trouble is; Kellan doesn't know what that desire actually is. Fortunately for Kellan, someone else does.Magic; romanceRated G for, "Gee, I wish this was me!"

"Moments of kindness and reconciliation are worth having, even if the parting has to come sooner or later."

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"I love you, too," she said.While her words still felt odd, they also felt comfortable; a choice to do more than merely make do with circumstances and choices and decisions removed from her control entirely. What was it that someone once said? We can only control how we face things that come to us?Marriage in transition

"I'm sorry, Nadia. I can't imagine how much hurt that must have given you. I'm so sorry. I didn't know." Stephanie recalled a moment in time where she felt almost as much despair and certainly as much desperation. Thankfully both had been desperate only to the brink, but no further.Transgender/foster care; hope

Calleigh sat at home, happy for the rest after a hard day of work. She was confident and secure because of who she was and what she'd finally become.He didn't so much complete her as complement her completeness. and she complemented him. They didn't care where they had come from, but they knew where they were going....Romance, romance, romance

Petra looked out the window. She'd be home soon. They'd spend the night looking at each other in wonder; how the two were different and yet alike. How the two started out different and yet changed into who they always were...Unconditional love

Betty looked out the window. He'd be home soon. She lived for him even if he lived only for him. She told herself it was better than being alone, even if he did hit her once and a while. Sleeping in a bed with someone who cared most of the time was better, wasn't it?Domestic violence' dysfunction; self-esteem issues

Dale stared at the paper. Someone somewhere agreed with him...no one would need know that...it just was what it was, and now it was official. He was a she. she thought for a moment and looked at herself...she was a she, wasn't she?Self-image; engagement

Dov smiled at Julie, but she frowned. They wanted to, but the time just wasn't right. And it was really more about holding and smiling and kissing, wasn't it? and what if they did...there would be no 'result' other than a good time. They wanted children but the lack always stood between them...Family; dysphoria; self-acceptance

Corie smiled at her mother. Tthere you are!' her mother had said. No other words needed to be spoken. The doctor told them it would be better to start sooner than later. She smiled when she knew that smile of her mother's was for her and her alone. Faith vs. Family; transgender teen

Stevie looked out the window, hoping that no one would come too soon. the soft whisper of silk and the caress of velvet brought her to tears. no one understood. She grasped the razor in her hand and walked back into the bathroom. no one would know until it was over and there was peace...Suicidal ideation; cutting; familial neglect

Louise looked in her lover's eyes. and he looked back in approval. No rejection...no shame whatsoever ...he smiled at her and she felt like things were finally the way they should be. She looked at her body, remembering what used to be and wishing the newness of her change were much better than it appeared. His eyes seemed to say ' I like what I see, even if you don't.'Dysphporia; identity crisis; romance

Darren looked in the mirror and was disappointed in what he saw. No one could have changed more for the better than him. but it was all on the inside. he looked down and remembered what hadn't changed. The woman in the bed behind him slept quietly, not seeing what hadn't changed, but still loving the inside of the man in the mirror. And he knew it was better not to say anything. So he moved on....to the same life he had.Conflict; Gender dysphoria; identity crisis

Monique hugged her so hard; like she'd never let go. and her lover hugged back the same way, not wanting to release her to her fears. The scars were almost healed, but the fear inside gripped her heart like a vise. her lover reached in with acceptance and love and pulled the fear off, like a gardener removing a tenacious weed. Physical challenges; identity crisis

Danny felt changed inside though nothing was different; the same boy he'd always been. but wearing his mother's clothes just that one time confirmed what had been stirring inside of him all along. He was different! Different than other boys. Different than his brothers. Different that who his parents had long believed he was. Different than who he had felt he shouldn't have been. Family issues; identity crisis

Cheryl came to him in surrender, wanting so much to please him, but he pushed her away; perhaps more so into a new life than a rejection of the old. He never really felt for her, even before she 'changed,' as many of us do. We don't so much love someone as love that they love us. She felt sad, of course; who wouldn't? Gender Dysphoria; rejection; identity crisis

Jenna and Harlan are finding it a bit of a rough go. But things have a way of working themselves out... even in the midst of disappointment and even peril.Non-binary romance; Dystopia, dischmopia... With a tip of the proverbial hat to Harlan Ellison

Andy and Nancy are two misfits who don't quite seem to fit in. A chance encounter results in something brand new; leading to an unexpected... Serenity.Characters and situations based on the Fox Sci-Fi series 'Firefly' and the motion picture 'Serenity.' Cosplay/Crossplay

The Wedding weekend has finally arrived, and it's the night before the big day...but Joeie and Johnny are already settling in to the honeymoon suite. Romance

'The devil is in the details...' 'Pay close attention...' 'Measure twice, cut once...' All compelling sayings. And Bill Geneverino is about to learn that like those sayings, the most important thing to remember in his life is the one thing he forgets...

On a well deserved vacation off the coast of Malta, six passengers manned a yacht headed for Sardinia and port at Caligiari, which would have been ironic if it weren't so devastating to the group of mutants known as the X-Men.

Carmen returns to her family after a long absence. She has always known their love and feels welcome. But she's changed so much that rejection and hurt have been her burdens, and she fears that they will follow her home from Colorado to New Jersey.Reconciliation; family matters; matters of faith.

It's the morning of Connie's wedding, and her mother is there to bless her...

Tom Malloy likes a certain author on a favorite fiction site; so much so that he hopes his wife Paula will understand him better as he tries to convince her using a scenario based at least a bit on his friend's characters. So far, it's not looking good at all.Real world mixed with whimsey and romance...premise inspired by George and Martha by Clara

Billy fears no one will ever understand him... But he finds someone who knows exactly how he feels...Identity crisis

Things might not be great, but Sally learns that they're better than ever.Identity Crisis; family relationships

A transgender re-imagining of the classic film Casablanca.Her passport says Richelle Blaine, but no one had used that name in years. Her friends, from Paris to Madrid and even all the way back to New York all know her as Rickie.Romance

Sometimes the only way you can get what you so desperately need is to let go... Or even give away the only chance you have at happiness.Identity crisis; relationships; sacrifice

It sometimes takes looking at what makes us dissimilar to realize just how much we might have in common.Identity crisis; family matters

Jackie is ready for a good weekend; mostly okay, but still beset by the guilt that arises when he spends a few days pet sitting for Mrs. Avery's pet Corgi Archie. He holds a secret that could destroy his friend's trust...Identity Crisis

Emo boy with a crush hopes that the girl will like him as her girlfriend...

An anthology of fiction depicting the brave transgender military personnel who served throughout the years; their deeds perhaps know to all even as their true selves were hidden from view. Thanks to them and thanks to the brave ones who continue to serve today.The following are previously published short stories and novelettes, including real life, heartache and sacrifice, celebration and joy, fantasy and even romance.

Giada Magliano is a single mom with three kids. Adele, her oldest, is a young lady well past her transition. Her other two kids are Miri, the older of twins; capricious and fun-loving. Jerry, her twin brother, is likely the most sensible of everyone; dependable and as loyal as they come. He adores his twin sister. He loves and respects his mom. But the 'open' secret in the family is that he takes after Adele much more than mere devotion or admiration....Romance; intrigue; family issues; recovery from abuse; identity crisisPreviously published; edited and expanded

...something inside her felt inauthentic and that part of her that still remained of her past told her that 'boys' don't cry. Two lies in three words. Boys indeed do cry, of course. But also she wasn't a boy any longer. She never really 'was' a boy...Romance; recovery from trauma; identity crisis

Young Richard Albany discovers the secret to contentment can lie in NOT being oneself, but in being whom she was meant to be.Role reversal; romance

Angie's interview is likely the most important in her life. But it's what she learns about herself; that it's not where you begin, but rather where you end up that matters most.Intersex, identity crisis

"Hmm..." Sister Gertrude mused before turning the envelope over. As lovely as the front of the envelope was, the back was jarring. A photo of Daphne had been taped carefully to the envelope, only to be defaced by a large black 'X' across the girl's face. And written in crude-looking letters were the words,"I know who you are!" Even as she read the words aloud, the color drained from her face. A sad moment of realization, she duplicated the nervous response of the girl only minutes before and dropped the envelope. Crossing herself, she raised her head heaven-ward and silently mouthed a prayer."Oh dear Mary? Please help that poor child...."Identity Crisis; CAUTION - Allusion to Suicide; Allusion to Sexual Abuse; Intersex

Dainéal á Murchadha is a boy with a problem; a problem that pushes hard against all he knows about himself. He's about to take a trip that will redefine him and perhaps give him purpose. He feels useless and alone, but he's about to learn that his life has meaning and that moreover, some dreams actually do come true.Old Arts' Irish Folklore; Identity CrisisCAUTION: Sexual Abuse of a Child

Who was this Aine she referred to; a name that sounded not only familiar but dear and treasured, of all things, like another family member? A cousin? A sister?And something peculiar and even worth of pride struck him as he sat in the pub in Streedagh in a hot day in August in the year of our Lord Eighteen Hundred and Eighty One. He came to realize that, even with all the unanswered questions, one thing was certain. He was undoubtedly the first transgender person this place or this time had ever seenFantasy/Time Travel; Identity Crisis

A collection of stories that re-imagine the Kingdom of NarniaA world where the King of Narnia. Aslan the Lion, knows and cares deeply about the lives of ordinary boys who long to be girls.Magic and Real life come together with stories that bridge the Divide between war-torn England in the 1940s and the timelessness of Narnia.Portions previously published in serial form; characters and scenarios based on The Chronicles of Narnia Series by C.S.Lewis Transgender; References to sexual abuse, domestic abuse, etc., Romance

Marta and Dani are two women who feel completely inauthentic, but for entirely different reasons. In getting to know each other, they come to know themselves better.Lesbian Romance; Identity Crisis; Cancer Survival; Grief

Go ahead and love whom you love, because,as someone once said,life is too short.Inter-cultural Romance

Davey just wants to be close to his best friend. She's away with her mom and sis for the week and he's watching their dog What harm could it be to wear her clothes? He's about to find out...Identity crisis; coming of age

Sometimes the best magic isn't what we always hoped for but rather the magic we need...

Aubrey is the heir to a kingdom which is in turmoil. Only two solutions are possible.. Three, actually. Refuse to marry the Prince and see the kingdom fall. Marry the Prince and see both kingdoms thrive. But that choice leaves one last option... disappoint the Prince and die....Romance with a twist

"I am not a girl," he protested..."If you do not do this there is no telling what the ruler will do. What ill will befall us....I...I am so sorry, Lexi, but the decision has been made. Please forgive me?"Greek Mythology; Transformation

Louise picked up the dress from the bed and held it in front of Lonnie; the near twin of the dress she wore save for Lonnie's Alice Blue and her Nile Green."For today? Let's saunter downstairs and spend the afternoon,... the McKenna women together for tea? Mrs. Kathleen McKenna and her daughters; Louise and Leila?" The sentiment was sweet but did little to dispel to the hopelessness of her thirteen-year-old brother....Identity crisis; afterlife mixed with real world

Carter Martin lives in a world where little boys always grow up to be men. But Someday?Identity crisis; family situations; story spans his/her life from childhood into adulthood

It never happened,but even if it did, it wasn't that bad.And even if it was that bad, it's all your fault!STRONG CAUTION - Sexual abuse of children; identity crisis

Paul Atreides and Frodo and Sam and a host of others had traipsed through their bedroom on a nightly basis for the past few years. And Carlo and Danny would have signed up to fight for freedom or hunt for Orcs or even dare to enter Mordor. But not Mark.If King Peter the Magnificent had been real he would have welcomed the younger boys as Kings of Narnia...Sons of Adam. But he would be completely surprised to find out the oldest boy would have shied away from battle since he wanted with all his heart to be as kind and caring and sweet as Queen Susan the Gentle...Identity crisis; family conflictPlease note this was previously published as two serials; The Roar of Love and In the Name of Love

Even the bravest of elves and hobbits and even sons of men might lose strength trying to be what they are not. And as wonderful as magic might be in giving hope, even in Middle Earth, it is acceptance and love that provide the strength to be the daughters they always knew they were.Identity Crisis; Middle Earth Universe; Transgender

Sandy wasn't in the least bit more self-centered than anyone else who was mired in their own depression; that no one understood him was likely the most commonality he had with a lot of folks, but he'd never know because he insisted no one understood. He was about to find out just how much he was loved, and from a very unexpected source.Identity Crisis; Previously published - now edited for contentImage feature for title and format only, lesbian romance

Two women who have endured almost unbearable loss discover there is more of life to cherishIdentity Crisis; I love a Gershwin tune.

Two women who never felt they fit in rediscover how much they fit together.Identity Crisis; fantasy mixed with real world romance

An adventure heretofore lost in the Annals of Narnia. Where young becomes older. Where older sees with younger eyes. Where lost innocence is found, and where growing old still makes room to become young again...Based on Characters from The chronicles of Narnia by C.S. LewisTransgender

Magic does happen and often first in the heart...The worst things on earth aren't necessarily what we must face, but often the best things can arise from how we face them.Based on Characters from The chronicles of Narnia by C.S. LewisTransgender; kid-friendly

"Crying is all right in its way while it lasts. But you have to stop sooner or later, and then you still have to decide what to do."Based on Characters from The chronicles of Narnia by C.S. LewisTransgender; kid-friendly

Henry learns the hard way that some things are not to be meddled with... but that's okay...Magic of sorts; Romance

Lisa is a single mom who is only now discovering how lost her son and she have become. But in that discovery she realizes that she and her son have also been found.Identity Crisis; Various pieces of a braking hear - some large...some small

Davey meets some new friends and in the midst of fear and sadness learns that sometimes the dreams we dare to dream do come true.Identity crisis; whimsy mixed with real world; image feature for format only

Blake has a very sad but special connection with his late mother. Now if he can only tell his Dad...Identity Crisis; Grief/Loss

Even misfits can fit in...Whimsy mixed with reality...for some

(Un Altro Canto Natalizio) Al Terchio is confronted by his late business partner Maryino, who tells him he will be visited i fantasmi del Natale- the ghosts of Christmas. To him, the day ...the very meaning of Christmas is nonsenso! The ghosts show him his life and how others have and may yet impact his life, and how to remember love.Fantasy mixed with reality mixed with song.

Short Stories inspired by the music from Tales of Us by the group Goldfrapp.identity crisis

"Your child will be alright. Your child will be safe, and loved, just as you would have there and will now here love....your daughter." Meav held Bridgette's hand as Eolande spoke. "Yes, dear one. The Creator knows because in the wisdom that no mortal can see, Conor is as you have always known. And there will be one to see that she grows and becomes all that she was meant to be....Irish folklore; identity crisis

Whoever said that always being in the 'right' was a good thing didn't know what they were talking about. He closed the book and shut the laptop before turning back toward the bed where his wife slept. What she had told him wasn't the right thing to do as far as he knew but what she said to him still felt right.... "Call our Son."Family Relationships; Matters of Faith

Two families - both filled with hope in the midst of upheaval and change. And two girls. One not so traditional; Glynnis was a tomboy in a way and a protector in every way. And another, even more unconventional young woman; Kelly was learning about just what it means, as someone once said, to thine own self be true.But after spending most of her life living as a boy, she's still trying to find out just who her own self actually is. Both girls love their families and each other, but those loves will be sorely tested....Identity Crisis; Alcoholism;Sexual Abuse; Irish=American Families

STRONG CAUTION = TRIGGER WARNING - TRAUMA FROM 'CONVERSION THERAPY'The blue girl's eyes flashed in anger and envy over the treatment their father visited upon her. A rivalry no one joined but in which each nevertheless competed. Abuse unspeakable committed against the girl simply for being who she was. A frighteningly painful yet impossible to avoid parallel between Misty's life and the blue girl...Identity Crisis; Recovery from Trauma

In a protracted life, Hannah's longed-for freedom seemed just as the song went;'An age ago my maker was refusing me he pleasure of the view.' She was about to learn what seemed like a refusal was just a delay. And that her freedom would come from letting go.Fantasy blended with real life; identity crisis

The March children are left devastated after the death of their mother. But in the midst of such terrible sadness, each child finds that their mother has left them with heirlooms. And they discover that the best heirloom of all is their mother's love.Fantasy mixed with real life; identity crisis; grief and redemption

It's 1987. And even in the enlightened 1980s, neither Caden O'Rourke or Michael Callahan feels like they fit in. But life throws both of them challenges that help them come to realize they just might fit together.Identity crises, Crime drama

Ben longs to be WHO is is in spite of what his father demands he be. A delivery to a shop that sells custom boots run by a kind old man helps Ben learn the answer to the question, Where IS it written that we can not BE?Identity Crisis; Melanie Ezell's Harrelson's Custom Boots Universe; Real World/Fantasy Hybrid

Being attractive had become almost an obsession to Susan since her transition.She had been looking so long for 'just so,' that she had forgotten who she was. A visit to a custom boot shop helps Susan understand that while you can't always get what you want, you might get what you need.Identity Crisis; Transsexual; Melanie Ezell's Harrelson's Custom Boots Universe; Fantasy/Real World Hybrid

Three girls find they have a lot more in common than their music...yuki's wish - playing, freedom, music...all for what if not to be the girl i amlainie's hope - maybe now they'll listen...more than just playing...maybe now they might heardanni's dream - the dawn awakens my soul no longer the same now new my heart singsIdentity Crisis, Coming of Age, Grief and Loss

A sampling of hopes and hopes and dreams for Christmas of transgender women. Multiple categories and ages. Real World Situations

Love is in the air as two singers perform in the grand stage of life;a comic opera of lovely proportions made sweet by the joyous passion between two star-crossed lovers!Lesbian Romance

Agnes O'Toole learns that her life is literally a gift from a dear friend.PTSD, Transgender support for veterans

Andy Patrillo loves The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo. He's about to find out just how much his life and the life of THE GIRL not only parallel but are identical...Fan Fiction. Identity Crisis. Autism. Domestic Abuse. Human Trafficking.

I did not believe because I could not seeThough you came to me in the nightWhen the dawn seemed forever lostYou showed me your love in the light of the stars-------------------Alex lives in a world of disappointment until he learns that dreams may yet be fulfilled in a lifetime...or beyondMemorial Day, fantasy

Daniel loves Jason.... Daniel loves Carol... Daniella loves Jason.... Daniella loves Carol.... you get the picturegender fluid; sexily sentimentala sequel to 'The Arrangement' by this author

Daniel struggles to meet his new employer's needs since he's not only unsure of what she expects but unsure of what he expects of himself.

Miriam needs to tell her family about Judy. But first Jacob must tell his family about Miriam. Features characters from a Miracle of Chanukah by this authorhttps://fictionmania.tv/stories/readhtmlstory.html?storyID=1385918409116119720Matters of faith, Identity crisis

The hopes and fears of all the years - at least for Jackie Porter, are met in Bethlehem, Pennyslvania....Identity Crisis, family acceptance

Dreams are important, but none so much as those whose dreamer feels unworthy. Theresa learns that her life is not just important to her flock, but to one family in particular and one member especially...Identity Crisis, Matters of Faith. RomancePreviously published as several intersecting short stories

Stevie had decided long ago that life truly WAS worth living...Now if only she can convince Nadia...Previously published as two intersecting short storiesIdentity Crisis, family conflict, suicidal ideal

You will be far away, so far from meAnd maybe someday I will follow you in all you do'Til then, send me a songGrief; Identity CrisisOne of the first stories I wrote - revised

Sally Capaldi is missing; maybe kidnapped, and Mickey Hart's on the case...and Gabriella Capaldi is on her heart! Crime Drama; Identity Crisis