Elizabeth Leiknes Knihy

"Crocker County crowns a new Corn Queen every year, but Jane Willow's the one you would remember. She can't forget Iowa, either. Even though she fled to LA to become a film critic years ago, home was always there behind her. But when a family tragedy happens, she's forced to drive back to Crocker County. The rolling farmlands can't much hide the things she left behind: the best friend she abandoned who now runs a meatloaf hotline, the childhood front porch that sits hauntingly empty, and that fiasco of a Corn Fest that spun her life in a different direction"--Back cover.

A young woman grappling with stage four lung cancer embarks on a spontaneous road trip to live out her unfulfilled desires before it's too late. With a colorful cast of characters, including an exotic dancer and a down-on-his-luck actor, she creates a bucket list filled with daring experiences. Along the way, unexpected events and revelations challenge her perceptions of life and love. As she navigates her journey, she confronts her past and contemplates her future, all while embracing the thrill of living fast.

Struggling with her job as a facilitator to hell, Lucy Burns yearns for a normal life filled with love and happiness. After nearly two decades of serving the Devil, she discovers a loophole from her music idol, Teddy Nightingale, that could grant her freedom. However, the potential consequences are dire, forcing Lucy to grapple with the nature of good and evil. This witty and engaging tale blends humor with deeper themes, making it a captivating read that lingers in the mind long after finishing.

Story Easton navigates her life by breaking into others' homes, seeking solace from her own failures. During one such escapade, she learns about Cooper Payne, a boy whose dreams were shattered by loss. Moved by his story, Story resolves to help him fulfill his dream of visiting the Amazon rainforest. This enchanting tale blends humor and drama, exploring themes of failure, healing, and the magic of unexpected connections. Elizabeth Leiknes crafts a memorable narrative that resonates with the complexities of life and hope.