“The Less Traveled Road” Hitchhiking wasn’t the smartest method of travel. But Thompson had left in a hurry and there was no turning back. Childhood memories lured him toward the ocean. Carefree days of play on the beach under protective eyes of parents....

Michael Zorn was angry. Every time a new teacher took over the class, the kids were moved around and seated alphabetically. For the teacher’s convenience. It didn’t matter how the kids felt about it. No more sitting next to his only friend, Josh Carter. A...