The Empty Apologies

by Alex Stephenson

For most of her life, Ashley had to work to get others to notice her. Her parents were often gone, and she knew that she didn't stand out on her own.

Though, all of that changed when she met Billy.

A blissful sixteen year old girl swept up with his charm and infatuated with his attention, Ashley didn't see the warning signs that their relationship was becoming something dark.

The Empty Apologies tells the story of a young girl so blinded by love that she misses every warning sign that the man she loves may not be the prince she thinks him to be - That is, until it's too late for her to go back.

49 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 9, 2015

About the author

A counselor and step father to two amazing children, Alex Stephenson started writing children's books in 2014.

After writing and illustrating the popular webcomic Narcolepsy Incorporated for nearly half of a decade, Alex decided to combine his two passions: comics and counseling.

In his books, children and adults alike can find very relatable characters and easy to discuss life lessons. Alex's characters and the experiences they encounter serve as easy conversation starters for parents and teachers to use to help teach things like good communication, maintaining healthy friendships, and building self-esteem.