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YOUNG ADULT FICTION

with paranormal and psychological spins

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Published 2018

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REACH BEYOND THE PAIN. REACH BEYOND THE DARKNESS.

HOPE IS A LIGHTHOUSE.

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Out of the blue, Rebecca Stafford’s Father arrives to parent her after years of absence, and then extracts her last bit of normalcy by moving them to Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. The shocking news plunges Rebecca into a despair that brings about an otherworldly encounter; she begins to have visions of her deceased Mom.

Uncertain whether what she sees is reality or the product of a troubled mind, Rebecca searches for an anchor to keep her from drifting in the new coastal town. She clings to Shawn, the eccentric, spritely boy-next-door promising adventures…with surprises of his own, involving an Irish legend and a hidden lighthouse. This brings on a whole new dimension to Rebecca’s visions, and sparks feverish romance between her and Shawn. A bond eventually threatened by forces beyond her control, sending her spiralling into dark, stormy places, leaving her to wonder how broken a mind can get.

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Books

POETRY:

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Moths, Rust & The Things That Stay

The fragility of the human experience, tears, the beauty of the little things in life, and the hope of Heaven

Published 2022

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Confetti Confessions

Micro-poetry Anthology

On subjects of the heart, life, & nature

Published 2016

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REVIEWS

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I think it takes a special gifting to write genuine, true poetry that transcends and resonates with your soul, and that's exactly what Holly has done with this collection.

 

STEPHEN MCCLELLAN
-AUTHOR-

GOODREADS REVIEW 
for MOTHS, RUST & THE THINGS THAT STAY

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I had the privilege of receiving an early copy of this heartfelt collection and the emotional journey that Holly’s words brought forth in me will forever be remembered.

 

BETSY HARLOFF
-AUTHOR-
 GOODREADS REVIEW for MOTHS, RUST & THE THINGS THAT STAY

Unless you are made of stone, this book should leave you feeling emotionally exhausted, a little heartbroken, and honored to have been privy to the intricacies of the relationship dynamics weaved in and around this plot.
 

JAMES FAHY
 -AUTHOR-

GOODREADS REVIEW for THE LIGHT OVER BROKEN TIDE

In The Press

BIO

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Holly is the author of soulful poetry and meaningful creative fiction stories with atmospheric settings and complex, relatable characters.

Her works have been published as paperbacks, hard covers, e-books, showcased in magazines, newspapers, various online sites, and highly applauded over Wattpad. To date, she's received two poetry awards and a nomination for an award in literature for Black Worm; a short story.

Holly is an old soul with plenty more tales to tell.
Aside from the author life, she enjoys the comfort of a good book, shopping in antique stores, junk journaling, watercolour painting, meeting other writers and readers on Instagram, going for walks outside, spending time with loved ones, binging fave movies and tv shows, a variety of music, shameless dancing, good food with tea or coffee, and growing in the Christian faith.

Holly currently resides in a modest lake town with her husband, daughter, and two cats by the names of Lulu and Dela.

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News and Events

NEWS & EVENTS

The Light Over Broken Tide is getting an all new and improved cover for paperback and e-book! Date to buy the new look is to be decided. Keep checking back, subscribe, or follow Holly on Instagram (@hducarte) to learn more.

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Holly released a quirky, gothic short fiction over 6800 words titled Charles Noblitt of Andersgate as an e-book for $0.99. Don't miss out on this deal! See the Book section and scroll down to Short Story for where to purchase it. Click the Amazon icon or buy now option for other companies like Apple Books, Kobo etc.

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Holly's newest poetry book Moths, Rust, and the Things that Stay was released July 16, 2022

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The Light Over Broken Tide was made into a hardcover in 2021 and is currently unavailable. Keep up to date when new copies will be released by subscribing to this website.

Holly was invited to  be on Sarina Langer's The Writing Sparrow podcast. How to write poetry with Holly Ducarte has been the most listened to episode so far! Don't miss it - Aug 2021

Book blog review for The Light Over Broken Tide by THE VOICE OF LISA BRANDT - May 2018

Newspaper Interview for The Cold Lake Sun for book release of The Light Over Broken Tide - Aug 2018

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