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These Thoughts Are Yours: A Collection of Short Stories Paperback – 31 July 2023

by Jane Betteley (Author)
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These Thoughts Are Yours is a collection of 20 short stories which are connected by the female experience, the magical complexity of the female mind and the raw, honest emotions that accompany it. It exposes the beautiful defiance that hides away in those who have been hurt. It reveals the shocking truths that we often feel but never speak. It responds to the child who lingers within all of us, that part of us which maintains hope in an often cruel and unforgiving world. These are snapshots of life seen through the eyes of the female – the woman, the child, the girl.
Happy Ever After
Sarah and Harry were inseparable, two children in a world of adults who all know better and can decide what happens next. Sarah battles against her world and her mind in a world that refuses to listen to her.
The Delivery
Mary waits. She waits for her life to end and begin at the same time. Mary’s hopes and dreams have been decided for her and she waits for the defining moment that will set her off on a new course. From her window above, she watches the delivery of a gift.
To Have and to Hold
Amy’s inextinguishable hope drives her to keep hold of her dreams and visions of a happy life, the life that will arrive with confetti and a big white dress. However, a growing realisation that life is not a fairy tale soon dawns upon her. This is a story about hope in a cruel and pitiless world.
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  1. Print length
    96 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publication date
    31 July 2023
  4. Dimensions
    13.34 x 0.61 x 20.32 cm
  5. ISBN-13
    979-8851668364
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0CD91YQFR
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published (31 July 2023)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 96 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8851668364
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 13.34 x 0.61 x 20.32 cm
  • Customer reviews:
    5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars 12 ratings

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Jane Betteley

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Jane Bettley is a writer of contemporary fiction with a talent for exploring intriguing characters, raw emotions, and unexpected twists. Her captivating narratives will provide both laugh out loud, and heartbreaking moments.

Jane currently lives in Cheshire, UK with her family and draws on real life observations in her writing. This author will provide you with food for thought and her stories will stay with you long after you put the book down.

Her debut novel, These Thoughts Are Yours is now available to purchase on Amazon.

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Customers find the book's short stories thought-provoking and engaging. They describe it as a fantastic, charming read with relatable characters.

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Customers find the book thought-provoking and relatable. They say the stories draw them in and occupy their thoughts. The stories connect readers with their own experiences and reevaluate their thoughts. Readers describe the book as intense and like revisiting different parts of themselves.

"Great escapism in short bursts. Each story draws you in and occupies your thoughts...." Read more

"...Well, a great weekend spent reading it. The writing is pure perfection and the stories all connect under the same, magical experience of a woman's..." Read more

"Reading this book has been like revisiting different parts of myself...." Read more

"...Each story gives the reader something to think about and reflect on.Well done, I look forward to more from this author." Read more

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Customers find the book easy to read. They say it's a great collection of stories that is charming and thought-provoking.

"...Each story draws you in and occupies your thoughts. Great book to pick up and put down again when you want to read a story but are short on time." Read more

"...Well, a great weekend spent reading it...." Read more

"...The characters are written in such a down-to-earth but beautiful way, you feel like you're sitting with them, watching the scenes that are unfolding..." Read more

"This is a little gem. The short stories have a way of connecting you with your own experience and reevaluate your own thoughts...." Read more

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Customers find the characters relatable in the short stories.

"...The characters are written in such a down-to-earth but beautiful way, you feel like you're sitting with them, watching the scenes that are unfolding..." Read more

"Beautifully written short stories with relatable characters. Thought provoking and with a great sense of humour...." Read more

"Each one is a thought provoking snapshot of the characters lives, caught beautifully in each short story. Brilliant read!!" Read more

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  • NED
    5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect distraction of relatable short stories
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 28 October 2023
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    Great escapism in short bursts. Each story draws you in and occupies your thoughts. Great book to pick up and put down again when you want to read a story but are short on time.
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  • Ross J. Kinnaird
    5.0 out of 5 stars Superb writing, enjoyed it
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 1 October 2023
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    Found the author on tiktok, the title got my attention.
    Well, a great weekend spent reading it. The writing is pure perfection and the stories all connect under the same, magical experience of a woman's voice.
    This is the first book of short stories I actually wished I could restart again like it was the first time.
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  • sandwich
    5.0 out of 5 stars A fantastic read!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 10 August 2023
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    Reading this book has been like revisiting different parts of myself. Each story centres on a character and I was able to find a little piece of myself in each and every one of them, in one way or another. The characters are written in such a down-to-earth but beautiful way, you feel like you're sitting with them, watching the scenes that are unfolding around them or feeling, smelling, tasting and seeing what they're describing. Sitting down with this book is like snuggling up on your sofa on a winter's afternoon with a duvet and a cup of tea - it's pure joy. Some stories speak of pain, others make you laugh out loud either through recognition of a situation or just because they're so downright funny! A great read, 100% recommend!
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  • G. Wagstaff
    5.0 out of 5 stars So well written
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 18 August 2023
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    For being a first-time author, Jane has written a book that all women can relate to. I had to ration myself to one story a day for two reasons - firstly because I wanted to focus on each chapter/story to fully absorb it, and secondly because this is one of those books that I didn't want to come to the end of.

    Well done, Jane. I'm looking forward to reading your novel.
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  • Anita
    5.0 out of 5 stars First book review
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 18 August 2023
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    A well written, thought provoking , intense book. It had me in tears as I immersed myself in the characters and I rationed myself to reading one chapter each day.Each story gives the reader something to think about and reflect on.Well done, I look forward to more from this author.
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  • Arty Sally
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent short story collection
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 25 August 2023
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    Beautifully written short stories with relatable characters. Thought provoking and with a great sense of humour. I particularly enjoyed the super short tales, they felt like flashes of thoughts and glimpses into someone’s mind. Very well done.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful collection
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 28 August 2023
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    This is a little gem. The short stories have a way of connecting you with your own experience and reevaluate your own thoughts. Perfect for little bursts of escapism. Loved it.
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  • Jodie Smith
    5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 3 September 2023
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    Really enjoyed reading this collection of short stories. Would highly recommend!
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