Graystone Academy is a fortress of silence, a factory for conformity where every twitch, hum, or flicker of individuality is a crime. For Riley-a neurodivergent, queer teen-the rules aren't just suffocating, they're a cage built to erase everything that makes them who they are.But Riley isn't about to disappear quietly.When the smallest acts of defiance-a hidden stim, a flash of color, a whispered affirmation-spark a quiet rebellion, the walls start to crack. What begins as secret signals and stolen moments grows into a tidal wave of resistance, soft but unbreakable.In a world where being different is punished, Riley and their allies fight not with violence, but with softness, courage, and fierce determination. This is a story about finding your voice when the world tries to silence you-and about how even the quietest uprising can roar. Lisa M. Jordan discovered her love for storytelling at a very early age, and the written word has called to her throughout her life. She has pursued various paths, but writing has always remained her true passion. Her first published work, Jacob's Awakening, was originally featured in the 2013 indie anthology Miraculous: Tales of the Unknown. It was later re-released as a standalone short story in 2018. Lisa's 2018 works also include When the Pieces Just Don't Fit, a deeply personal narrative about the journey to diagnosis and the early years of raising a child with autism. She also published A Look Inside, a collection of poetry exploring her mental health journey from depression and suicidal thoughts to healing and clarity. Lisa now lives in North Carolina with her wife and their youngest child. With a background in parenting neurodivergent children, she draws from her personal experiences to create authentic characters and stories that resonate. Lisa is currently working on several projects, including a young adult fantasy novel
