As Jack delves into the troubling reports of recent police misconduct targeting Native youth, he finds himself increasingly at risk, a consequence that unexpectedly throws a wrench into his first formal date with Zoey.

On renegadepress.com, Patti explores the world of cam girls, examining the lengths to which individuals will venture in pursuit of even fleeting attention.

Zoey’s inquiry into a racially charged heavy-metal band uncovers vulnerabilities within Jack’s burgeoning romance, and in turn, compels her to consider the potent force of music itself.

A wave of disbelief washed over Crystal as she witnessed the lengths some girls would go to in order to gain acceptance within a particular group.

Tina, Jack’s new companion, finds herself in a desperate struggle to remain with the family that raised her. Her estranged relatives are attempting to reclaim custody of her and her younger sister.

The clandestine affair between a teacher and a student ignited in Zoey a fierce conviction, compelling her to pen an article for renegadepress.com exploring the perilous nature of love itself.

Driven by a desire to gain weight and improve her physique for the football team, Sandi begins to explore the use of risky performance-enhancing substances.

Melanie’s choice to fully embrace her Muslim faith prompts Zoey to reconsider her own understanding of spirituality.

Jack and Zoey sought a path to reach Popper, a young man consumed by despair and contemplating a fatal overdose. They wrestled with how best to break through his defenses and offer a lifeline.