
When Yesterday Was takes you inside the hearts and minds of people just like you—navigating drama, friendship fallouts, social media pressure, and the quiet struggle of trying to follow Jesus when the world says to do the opposite. These 23 short stories are packed with real-life issues, raw emotions, and honest moments that don’t sugarcoat the journey. But they also shine with truth, hope, and the kind of strength that only comes from God's Word.
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Isaiah never asked for the weight on his shoulders. Between looking after his little brother, dodging trouble at school, and trying to keep up with a father who pushes him to grow up too fast, life already feels overwhelming. Reading has always been a struggle, but in a new place he discovers more than books and Christian hip hop. He finds where words hold power, Scripture comes alive, and lessons of truth and courage start reshaping his world.
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When chapel becomes more than just another school assembly, Amara finds herself carrying more than a plan. Long before the day arrives, she has been listening for something she cannot quite explain, a voice that drifts through stairwells and quiet spaces, singing with a beauty that lingers long after it fades. As friendships shift and old wounds remain tender, the pressure to hold everything together begins to weigh heavier than expected.
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Jordan has always noticed things other people miss. The quiet moments. The hidden details. The things most people walk right past. But when unexpected opportunities begin changing his future, Jordan discovers that some of life's greatest lessons aren't found where he expected. As faith, family, and forgiveness reshape the way he sees the world, Jordan must decide what kind of young man he wants to become.
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Content Advisory: Recommended for grades 7th–12th. This novel contains censored profanity and addresses difficult themes including abuse, gangs, drugs, alcohol, sexual exploitation, same-sex attraction, and gender identity struggles. These topics are presented respectfully and point readers toward the hope and redemption found in Jesus Christ.
Nina has never been the type to back down.
She's loud. Stubborn. Quick with a clap back. Even quicker with an attitude. But behind her tough exterior is a girl carrying more than anyone realizes. She's just trying to survive. Nina finds herself pulled into an unlikely friendship with a woman whose past is darker than anyone could have imagined. As secrets unfold and hope begins to break through the darkness, Nina must decide who she wants to become before it's too late.
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Malik's Story
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Adele's Story
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