Pepper writes stories that span the gamut from humorous to heartfelt, however the common theme is crossing boundaries. Pepper's unique stories often tackle taboo topics such as mental illness and homelessness. Readers will find themselves questioning their own sense of right and wrong, attraction and desire.
In addition to writing, the author is also an artist, an introverted recluse, a self proclaimed empath and a foodie. Pepper Pace can be contacted at: 
pepperpace.author@yahoo.com

Hayden Michaels had given six years of her life to MyKell before he informed her that things hadn’t been right for a while. He had met someone else. And that’s when she opened her eyes and saw the mess that she was; financially, emotionally and physically. Never able to maintain the discipline to carry through with any weight loss goal, Hayden makes a bold decision. She will throwaway an entire year of her life; moving towards her goals with no thought of pleasure or pain. 

As she recreates herself Hayden meets situations and people that help her to realize her worth, namely a man who has been written off by society. But the question becomes whether Hayden can accept the faults of someone else without allowing herself to go backwards?

The Throwaway Year

When Hayden finally walked into the office, Brian looked up from his desk, a look of relief on his face.  He jumped up and came over to her, but then stopped at the sight of her in a pretty dress and low heels.  He just stared until Hayden began to fidget uncomfortably before he shook his head and smiled.


"Is… everything okay?" she asked nervously.


"Uh… what?" he asked, distractedly, eyes still glued onto her.


Pam let out a disgusted sigh.  "Brine, cat got your tongue?  Tell her she looks nice."


"You do!" he said and she took her seat relieved and a teeny bit thrilled.


"I was just worried because it was after twelve and… well I was thinking you'd be in at eight and then we could… uh, eat at around noon."


"I'm sorry Brian!  I jogged this morning and spent a bit too much time getting ready for… dinner tonight."


Chapter 34: The Year That Had Never Been Thrown Away