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Award-winning author M. C. Ryder has been composing stories, poems, and lyrics from the beginning of time when reading became a hobby. The sky is the limit but enjoys exploring off the beaten path both figuratively and literally. Resides in the Keystone State with a clowder of felines who rule the house. Enjoys long trail walks during the cozy tinge of Autumn, appreciates music with deep lyrical meaning, and relishes in reading a variety of genres.

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	The Darkest Side of the Moon (The Dark Series, #1) 4.16 avg rating — 38 ratings — 6 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Perfect Blend: A Coffee Shop-Inspired Sweet Romance Anthology by Nicole Frail (Editor), Amanda Yanul (Goodreads Author), Katelynn Dilday 4.83 avg rating — 18 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	A Dance Between Light and Darkness (The Dark Series, #2) 4.38 avg rating — 13 ratings — 5 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	All I See Are Dark Clouds 4.78 avg rating — 9 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	How to Stand Up to Bullying it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 8 ratings — published 2023 — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	A Darker Demise: A Compilation of Dark Shorts 4.88 avg rating — 8 ratings — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Neighbors 4.33 avg rating — 9 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	My Journey as an Author it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 4 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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The Raven and The Rose: A Historical Mystery Romance (The Shadows and Silk Series Book 1)

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I immersed myself within the pages of Evensong as part of Pennsylvania Center for the Book's Bingo challenge. I don't normally pick up contemporary fiction, as it's not my cup of tea. The plot's main objective follows the daily lives of a group of ol ...more
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Scenic Natural Wonders of Pennsylvania is a must have while exploring the natural beauty and rugged terrain of Pennsylvania. The way the author describes each cave, rock formation, scenic overlook, natural area, and waterfall captures the essence of ...more
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Most will judge a book by its front cover, not because of the way it looks, but because of the content the title implies. It's not for the faint of heart, but I do believe literature like My Daddy the Pedophile is necessary to be read. Today the worl ...more
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“Sometimes the right choice is the hardest one to make." -The Darkened Enchantment”
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“This is my home, my kingdom." - Infinity Tales”
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“Even on the darkest of nights, the sun still rises." -The Darkest Side of the Moon”
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“Do not let the whispers of fear limit you from progression." -A Dance Between Light and Darkness”
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