Colby Jack and the Beanstalk
Colby Jack and the Beanstalk is a short story retelling with second-chances, forced proximity, cheesy romance, and a heaping helping of dairy metaphors.
What started as an April Fool's Day joke has taken a life of its own...
Colby has a giant problem, and the only one who can help him is Pepper—a woman from his past who might have aged well but still grates on his nerves. If he spills the beans, will their relationship curdle, or will it become udderly legen-dairy?
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Sarah Beran
Sarah Beran is a writer who has found her true passion in blending enchanting tales with relatable characters, bringing magic, romance, and adventure to life through her unique lens. Living in sunny Southern California, Sarah is not only a writer but also a devoted wife, mother to two young children, and an elementary music teacher by day. Her life is filled with the hum of creativity, both in the classroom and in her writing.
When she's not guiding young minds in music, Sarah spends her free time running, creating new melodies, or immersing herself in a world of make-believe with her family. These moments of balance between the practical and the whimsical are often reflected in her stories, where everyday life meets the extraordinary. Her writing journey is one that began with a love for storytelling, evolving into a deep connection with the craft of creating worlds that feel both magical and grounded in reality.
The Curdled Hearts
The books in this series started as an April Fool's joke in 2026 between author friends that some of the author's decided to turn into real short stories.
The Curdled Hearts consists of 2 total books. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
