Bøger af Thought Catalog

What frightens you? Which creepy-crawlies haunt your nightmares or keep you awake, too scared to sleep? Whatever the answer may be, you're sure to find them between these very pages. This collection of M.J. Pack's earlier work, some of which appeared on the massively popular forum called NoSleep, offers up tales of terror from a Tinder setup turned deadly to ghostly voices on the radio reliving a nightmare. If you're ravenous for a good scare, open wide...

Handsome Dominant American Billionaire, Mark Dexter catches Drew Sumner, Investigative journalist and the beautiful wife of his corrupt business rival James Sumner stealing important documents from his study in his penthouse apartment in New York for him. He promptly disciplines the woman he once asked to marry with a firm bare bottom spanking over his desk. But Mark is strongly protective of her when he discovers she has been physically and mentally abused by her callous controlling husband and forced into marriage with him. He informs Sumner that he has stolen Drew from him and he will never get her back. But Sumner has kidnapped her three-year-old daughter and hidden her away to force Drew to stop writing an article on his business dealings with Mark's estranged criminal English father who is trafficking young women from the US and UK as sex slaves and prostitutes to Europe and to terrorists. When Drew runs from Mark to search for her child in Italy he has no choice but to request the help of his estranged identical twin, an agent in the International Intelligence Agency Interdefense to help him find and protect Drew from both Sumner and their dangerous father. He doesn't count on the handsome spy making a move on Drew before he arrives in Venice or her declaration that she cannot do without either of them in her life. Drew is determined to find her child before she is lost forever and bring Lewis Dexter to justice. The twins become faced with the challenge of resolving their differences so they can share the woman they love who they want to dominate and tame in their bed. They must protect her at all costs before she is stolen from them.

You are an individual-your very own set of specific characteristics and experiences and emotions. And yet, so much of what you're going through is relatable to so many others. This book will show you that you are never alone. Read this book if nobody texted you good morning. Read this book if you're worried that you'll never find the one. Read this book if there's something you can't forgive yourself for. Whatever you're feeling, this book will help you to feel understood.

As scary as your own imagination is, sometimes someone else's is far, far worse. From monsters to haunted roads, ghosts to murderous maniacs, 'And Things That Go Bump In The Night' features some of the scariest tales to ever be told on Thought Catalog. With stories by some of the most impressive new writers in horror fiction today, this book is sure to leave a chill down your spine, and keep you wide awake after reading. And you'll definitely beware of the things that go bump in the night.

In a world full of social media, schedules, work, non-stop noise and go-go-go, sometimes you need to ACTUALLY go. Sometimes you need to get away. Sometimes you need something new. Sometimes you need to wander. Sometimes you need to get a little lost. 'Let's Get Lost' is filled with essays celebrating living a life between airports, adventure, and everywhere else. From traveling to wanderlust, hostels to eye-opening experiences, there's something in these pages that will fire up the traveler in your heart and reignite the voyager in your soul. Those who wander may not be lost, but they're absolutely living.

The world of exotic dancing is shrouded in darkness, smoke, and mirrors. In these candid, hilarious, and sometimes shocking essays, strippers and their clients deconstruct this mystery world, searching for reasons why so many men are willing to pay so much money to so many naked women in exchange for no sex at all.

The reality behind what we want in life is simple. We want to be happy, we want to be comfortable, and we want to find someone who will be with us forever and always. Inside of all of us is a hopeless romantic just waiting for the person who will love us back no matter what. Together Forever describes just that. A love that is endless. A love that is unconditional. A love that lasts forever. Because if you're lucky enough to find it, you'll keep it as long as you can.

A gust of wind can turn a guy on, but it takes intricacy and intimacy to win over a women. That's why men need to trade in their crude sexual comments for sentimental ones. Those men should consider this a guidebook, but it will most likely remain a work of pure fiction for women.

Some love is big and a force to be reckoned with; some love is quick and fleeting and only around for a moment. But there's another kind of love, a love that isn't as easily definable. And that's the 'almost' love. The 'could have been' love. The 'what if?' kind of love. Almost relationships may not be as easy to define, but that doesn't mean they aren't valid. Their love is real, the feelings they stir up matter, and the pain they leave behind is just as difficult to deal with after it's gone. The following 20 essays explore every inch of the 'almost' relationship. From the magic of possibility, the frustration of the 'what are we' talks, to the devastation of realizing you may never know, The Truth About 'Almosts' attempts to make some sense of a relationship that never had a label. And in that attempt, it hopefully finds some healing for you along the way.

If you've ever wondered how to be a 20-something, you're not alone. Through articles, columns, and the lists that fly across our screens and social media feeds, we're bombarded with advice on how to be our best selves. But there's one list that smashes them all, and that's the list of 100 things. If you've ever needed advice on how to be happy, look at the world optimistically, annoy your significant other, be a woman, or apologize, there's something in this book for you.

Body image. Two little words that spark so many thoughts and emotions to absolutely anyone who hears them. Some days you wake up feeling like the hottest person in the world. And other days the mirror is your worst enemy. Self-love and learning to love your body is a journey we're all on, every single day. No matter where you're at on your journey, you just need to know that your body is great, your body is strong, and your body is beautiful. Self-love and body confidence may be difficult, but you're worth it.

Whether you're still sleeping together or trying your best (and failing miserably) to be quasi friends or you legitimately hate each other's guts, the truth is that your ex is out there, existing. Luckily, you're not the only one facing this troubling reality. This book is a breakup elixir-a compilation of honest firsthand accounts, powerful rants, touching stories, and practical tips about failed relationships that will help you cope with every aspect of ex related drama imaginable.

It's that time of year again. You're bracing yourself for abandoned resolutions, the 'same old same old', and not feeling like anything's really changed, right? Well enough. of. that. It's time to take control of your life, your happiness, and your year and make a commitment to have the best year ever. Instead of making excuses, make change. Instead of abandoning things, commit to them. Instead of being hung up on last year, why not look forward to what's to come? In Best Year Ever, you'll find inspirational essays, thought-provoking confessionals, and challenges to push you along your way towards having your most awesome year yet. It's heart-warming, it's motivational, and it will make you excited for the next twelve months to come. And doesn't that sound way more exciting than 'same old same old'?

Benching, ghosting, haunting, and more. It's no surprise that in the 21st century, dating makes us all a little crazy. If you're looking for answers with what's up with your love life, they're in this book, whether you're just talking, hooking up, or not even sure what your status is. The journey of dating in the modern world is definitely a wild one, but it's not one you have to go at alone. No matter how single you might think you are.

Modern dating is complicated. People are struggling to find love or struggling to define it. This book covers different opinions on modern dating and some personal experiences that everyone will definitely relate to.

You're the "quiet one," the "shy one," the "homebody"-you're the introvert. You've been tumblr-ed to death and are constantly being depicted as someone with a blanket over your head watching Netflix for 72 hours straight. But you are so much more than that. You're deep and complex, layered and introspective. You're an old soul and on top of everything, you're 100% unique. This collection dives into the deep sea of what it actually means to have an introverted personality. With essays by Ari Eastman, Chrissy Stockton, Brianna Wiest and more, 'How To Be An Introvert' deals with life, love, and everything in between from the perspective of an introvert. Its pages open and explore the intricate world of what it truly means to be an introvert and why being one is undeniably magical.

This book is a collection of profound essays about the pain of lost love, and it will help you move on. When your heart breaks, there's nothing more comforting than realizing that you aren't alone-that others can relate to the gut-wrenching pain of saying good-bye to a relationship that once felt so right. Each of us is bound to enter into a relationship or two that doesn't work out, but that doesn't make those months or years spent caring for an ex a total failure. Every heartbreak is a chance to learn, grow, and heal.

You're the "life of the party," the "crazy one," "super bubbly"-you're the extrovert. You're constantly depicted as the one yelling in public, wooing at bars, and are seemingly always the punchline of every personality joke. But you are so much more than that. You're driven and strong, layered and sure of yourself, confident and complex. You're an amazing person to be around and on top of everything, you're 100% unique. This collection leaps into the complicated but invigorating maze of what it actually means to have an extroverted personality. With essays by Heidi Priebe, Marisa Donnelly, Kendra Syrdal and more, 'How To Be An Extrovert' deals with life, love, and everything in between from the perspective of an extrovert. Its pages open and explore the electrifying world of what it truly means to be an extrovert and why being one is incredibly inspiring.

If you've ever wondered why someone didn't text you back, or why you got dumped, or what you're doing with your life, rest assured that Kelton Wright has answered every possible version of these questions on the Internet. After four years of answering pleas anonymously submitted to her blog "Date By Numbers," Kelton bares her soul with the hope that her adventures, mistakes, learnings, and un-learnings can offer heartfelt and often humorous solace to all the other people wondering what the hell they're doing.

If Andy Warhol could have anticipated the Internet, he would have said it's where everyone will be stalked for at least 15 minutes. Notorious underground author Jim Goad describes himself as "a lowly neutrino in the vast universe of celebrity," yet he attracts a certain breed of demented fan that treats him as if he's the second coming of Christ-that is, until they feel he's somehow snubbed them, at which point he transforms into Satan. "The Headache Factory" documents Jim's extensive experiences fending off fans who morphed into stalkers. By turns terrifying and amusing, the book demonstrates how social media enables the antisocial to reach out and touch anyone they want-even if their target doesn't want to be touched.

"I'm Every Woman" is a collection of essays about blooming into femininity. About female friendships, empowerment, love, and loss. The book journeys through several female encounters that have helped inform and influence childhood, adolescence, and womanhood. "I'm Every Woman" is an intimate, witty, and personal look on how the females we meet, can be shaped into who we become.

"So...what are we doing right now?" "So...where do you see this going?" "So...are you like, dating?" Oh the dating game. We love it, we hate it, we love to hate it. But between 'love at first sight' and 'headed to city hall' there's something else. There's the in between. And the in between sometimes...well...it's complicated. These 20 essays explore that in between area. From casual sex, to Facebook statuses, to ghosting, there's definitely something defined and labeled in this book. Even if your relationship isn't one of them.

Whether you're still searching for a life partner, or you've already found the right man or woman, this book will make you smile. It's a testament to the power of love, above all. Happy couples and single romantics alike will appreciate the heartfelt sentiments at its core.

Maybe you're a hopeless romantic, or maybe you're hopelessly cynical. But regardless of who you are or where you're at it's safe to say that we've all hoped to fall in that deep, all-consuming, butterfly-inducing, soul mate kind of love. This collection of essays celebrates the idea of soul mates, real love, and finding your forever person. Because no matter what, there is always love. And if you're lucky, that love is forever.

There is so much power in embracing who you are, weirdness and all. Because however old you are, your weird is what make you you. Whether you're single AF or madly in love, being true to your authentic self is the only way to lead a happy, fulfilling life.

Ahhh college. It's supposed to be the best four years of your life, but oftentimes it ends up being the four (or five - no judgement) most CONFUSING years of your life. College is when you get to discover yourself and become the person you're supposed to be. But...how exactly do you do that? In this collection of essays we'll explore the ins and outs of the college experience, dealing with the funny times, the hard times, and everything in between. There won't be a final exam to test you, but we promise you'll still learn a lot.

Life is about finding things - finding yourself, finding love, finding good friends, finding your happiness after losing someone you loved and finding peace in the midst of chaos. This book takes you through the stages of falling in love, getting heartbroken, getting over your heartbreak, appreciating friends & family, and the journey to becoming who you really are.

In 1902, George Andrew Ryland was hired as a janitor at Highville State Asylum For The Incurable Insane. He intended to keep his head down and work hard, but one particular patient had other plans. Follow along as his grandson combs through 50 years worth of Ryland's handwritten logs, chronicling his torment at the hands of a beautiful woman with long dark hair and terrible, sinister requests.

Wasted, smashed, tipsy, three-sheets-to-the-wind, gone. Whatever you want to call it there's something to be said for the magical little moment when your BAC goes from zero to .08. While booze may not always be the nicest the next day, at the time it's the best friend you always wanted. So here's to you, alcohol. Thank you for letting us forget things we never should have done in the first place. Cheers.

It's heartbreaking to lose the one you thought you would settle down with one day. But life doesn't have to stop just because your relationship with someone has ended. This book will walk you through the journey of what it is like to recover from heartache and eventually find the kind of love that will last a lifetime. Sparks In Broken Lights means despite your brokenness, there is still hope that your heart will heal. There is still hope that your story will become better. And there is still hope that someone will come into your life and will change everything that you thought you knew about love.