This is a JakexMC Duskwood fanfiction romance. Kenzi lives a glittering life. Full of cameras, music, and fame so dizzying it has the power to repel most from sticking around once it turns on her. Her newest bodyguard has caught her eye, and sent her thoughts spinning with filthy daydreams. The reality would prove far more complicated. Secrets, pining, and intoxicating lust. ~*~ "No, you're lying. Tell me the real reason, Kenzi. I'm not leaving until you do." She was so close, the heat radiating from him was addling her mind, and his scent invaded her nose; she doubted she would ever get it out. Feeling trapped, cornered like prey, she turned it back on him. "Why don't you tell me why you care so much?" Lifting her chin to glare at him, she didn't have a chance to do more than hold on as he cursed, "Infuriating woman," and she was suddenly pressed up against the wall, his mouth on hers before her mind could catch up, and then she didn't care. ~*~ ***No knowledge of the game or its characters is needed to read. It is a complete AU where Jake is a bodyguard to my celebrity OFMC Kenzi. Forbidden steamy romance.***

When Franny learns why former popular boy Tyler fell from grace, she gets thrown head-first into his dangerous world but also closer to his timid heart. ***** Eighteen-year-old Tyler Madden used to have everything. He was captain of the football team, popular, high achiever, and was set to have a successful career. But when a secret too hard to handle comes to light, he turns to underground fighting to deal with the pain. Now, he's in too deep. And when Francesca Howard befriends him at school in the hopes of figuring out what went wrong, she unknowingly gets pulled into the criminal world he's now stuck in. As the two find comfort in each other, they find themselves faced with their impending future and trying to get Tyler out alive. Content/Trigger Warning: this story contains scenes pertaining to drug use, substance abuse, and violence. [#1 in teen fiction, romance and action]

Being the new girl was never fun. Katherine was constantly moving around. Other than that her life was pretty boring. Until bad boy Cole Alexander has his eyes on her. "I'm not yours and I'll never be yours." I snap at him. He licks his lips slowly staring at mine. "If you think for a minute I'm going to let you leave with him your wrong." He says casually walking towards me. "It's not your choice who I go out with." I continue. I bump into a wall and he takes the opportunity to cage me in with his arms. He lowers his head to my ear, I shiver at his hot breath fanning me. "You can't deny the way I make you feel. I know you love when I bite your soft skin." He whispers. I take in a sharp breath when Cole kisses my neck. Trailing along my collar bone to my favorite spot. And before You know it he has me completely consumed by him. THIS IS A SHORT STORY!!!!! Also it's very unrealistic and cliche, if you don't like it, it's fine. It's not for everyone. Mature Scenes and Bad Language

Book Two in the I Am Not A Prostitute series. Warning: Mature Audiences Only!! -Strong Sexual Content -R-rated language -Adult situation #1 in Fiction on 1/10/23 #2 in Romance on 12/29/20 Book Two in the I Am Not A Prostitute series. *** Summary: "I hope you remember me. I hope you see something that reminds you of me. And I hope you smile and remember the memories we created together. And I hope your throat tightens up, and it finally hits you..." I felt a tear burning down my cheek "You never should have let me go." I slammed the phone down, my breathing was heavy, like someone was standing on my chest. I glanced outside, and stared at the rain that fell in sync with my tears. Come back to me, Sinister. *** Sinister Velkov was the leader of the Russian Mafia, after falling in love with a beautiful girl named Calla, he couldn't keep himself away. They fell in love, and got married. He thought he could protect her from the dangerous life of being a mob bosses wife. But he was wrong, no one is safe from the drugs, guns and death of organized crime. So he sent her away, hoping to keep her safe, promising to never see her again... Loving someone is a sacrifice, you give them the power to destroy you, and that's exactly what they do. Sinister Velkov was the Devil himself, but everyone knows...the Devil was once an angel. COMPLETED

*tentative description* Charlie Parker hates Christmas. The last time she was home for the holidays, she got into a brutal argument with her mom and twin sister. Ever since then, Charlie has been on her own on the West Coast until this Christmas, when she decides she wants to return to make things right with her family. Add in a snarky, but charming, stranger, and it'll be a wonder if Charlie makes it home for Christmas at all. Caroline Parker has been avoiding her best friend Noah Clark for years, ever since that one fateful night two Christmases ago. Now, Noah is back in town for the holidays, much to Caroline's surprise, and she finds she can't ignore him as easily as she used to. Caroline's lingering feelings for Noah and the anger she holds towards her twin sister, Charlie, threaten to uphend the holiday spirit she so longs to be apart of again. *dual POV*

It's been over two years since Emma Branson and Mason Masterson have broken up. Now, Emma is a sophomore in college, happily dating Liam Avery, when she finally sees Mason again at his graduation. He's got a new job and tells her he's looking for apartments in LA. Where she goes to school. And is in need of a roommate. Emma finds herself in for one long summer of reconnecting with her ex-boyfriend and reminiscing why it didn't work the first time.

Falling in love with your best friend's brother is never a good thing, is it? Falling in love with both of your best friend's older brothers? That's even worse. *** Emma Branson has always harbored a crush on Mason Masterson, her best friend Jessie's so-called "brooding" older brother, but as Emma journeys through high school, she realizes it's the middle brother, Caleb, who has always been by her side, leaving Emma in quite possibly the worst love triangle of them all. A story of a group of childhood best friends that navigate the complexities of life, love, and the meaning of family. {Editor's pick, October 2021} ~60,000-70,000 words~ Content Warning: This story contains mild sexual content and strong language. Cover designed by Cil Ojumo

When Alexis agrees to help the school's player, she must guard the secret that could unravel everything - even as unexpected feelings complicate the game. *** What happens when Alexis Dawson, the 'resident loser' of Redwood High, agrees to help the school's notorious player, Aaron Walker? How can she stop herself from falling for him? It isn't all love and romance - Alexis has a secret of her own. Join them on a journey of jealousy, betrayal, trust, friendship, and love. A little favour just got a whole lot more complicated. *** He was so close, his breath hit my lips. His eyes darted from my eyes to my lips. I stared intently, awaiting his next move. His lips fell near my ear. "Shut up and kiss me" He whispered roughly. A chill shot up my spine. I pulled back, staring at his eyes and leaned in...

The only thing Mia Hope has in common with Jake Carpenter, Artwood High's most popular quarterback, is a love for the coffee served at The Coffee Pod. He wants her to tutor him - and if she can do it without a single cup of coffee, he'll pay her triple. Easy. Nothing could go wrong, right? ***** When Jake learns he's failing English, he knows he needs to pull his grades up or he'll risk being kicked off the football team. He strikes a deal with the elusive Mia - the quiet girl with secrets. If she can't go without a single cup of coffee, she has to tutor him for free. If she can, he'll pay her triple, and with Christmas around the corner, there's nothing Mia needs more than money. But as the pair grow closer, Jake learns the real reason for Mia's bad habit, and what starts as an innocent bet between enemies grows into something more serious. Can the pair survive the next two months with their hearts - and secrets - still intact? Content/trigger warning: This story contains themes of assault and abuse. [[word count: 60,000 - 70,000]] Cover designed by Jenna Conrad The Coffee Pact now has a sequel: The Kissing Pact