The Little Things

In the quiet seaside town of Willow Cove, Evie Hayes finds solace in her tiny bookshop, The Curious Cat, where the scent of old pages and the lull of ocean waves soothe her restless heart. Still reeling from a failed relationship, she’s convinced love isn’t in the cards for her—until Jamie Sullivan walks in.

A traveling musician with a soulful voice and a guarded past, Jamie only planned to stay a few days. But one rainy afternoon, he steps into Evie’s shop to escape the storm, and something unexpected happens—they start talking. Really talking. Not just about books and songs, but about loss, dreams, and the little moments that make life worth living.

As their quiet conversations turn into stolen glances and shared sunsets, Evie and Jamie must decide if they’re brave enough to embrace the fragile, beautiful connection blooming between them. Can two wounded hearts find the courage to trust—and perhaps rewrite their own love story?

A tender, heartfelt short story about second chances, vulnerability, and the quiet magic of falling in love—one honest conversation at a time.

Themes: Love, vulnerability, healing, unexpected connections
Setting: A cozy seaside bookstore in a small town
Tone: Wholesome, uplifting, emotionally rich