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head over heels by bubbbers
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Content to live in his superstar twin's shadow, Evan Reed never expected to join the volleyball team-or fall for his brother's best friend. But one accidental collision sets off a whirlwind of spikes, secrets, and unexpected feelings that just might pull him into the spotlight for good. *** Evan has spent his entire life living in the shadow of his twin brother and volleyball prodigy, Ethan Reed. And to be honest? He likes it there. No expectations, no pressure, just quiet. That is, until one day he trips and falls into a boy, and subsequently triggers a highly dramatic series of events that starts with him reluctantly joining the volleyball team, and ends with him dating his brother's best friend. (And unfortunately, after all of it, he's still on the volleyball team.) *** NOW COMPLETED
My Dying Star by toxicbait_nswitch
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"Sure, supernovas are the result of a dying star's last breath, but I don't like to think of it as death and just death. I like to think of it as... recreation, the birth of something new. And beautiful. A new beginning waiting to happen. Do you get it now, my dying star?" × × × × × Commander Sascha North has never been the same since the unforeseen death of his captain and lover, Captain Syouma Shiwasu. The space station runs cold and quiet in mourning. But life doesn't wait for anyone before going on. For sooner than later, OUT3R is under attack. The space station is infiltrated by unidentified forces. However, in amidst the choas, North is met with a miracle. But is this truly a miracle? Or a curse? cw: violence, coarse language and mild sexual themes. this story is essentially every alien movie ever but make it gay and bittersweet. or is it? well, that's up to you :) (P.S: OUT3R is pronounced Outer, as in Outer Space. Big brain, I know.) - completed on 26/3/2025 -
𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐞 by ddignity
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After his nervous breakdown culminates in a shocking assault, pop superstar Laurie Hayes must partner with a genius producer in a final bid to salvage his spiraling career. *** Three years after becoming an overnight global sensation, musician Laurie Hayes stands on a cliff's edge at the top of the world. Dominating headlines with inventive scandals and refusing to release new songs for his label, the spotlight on his future has started to dim. Desperate to clean up his image and deliver new music to the masses, his managers have pushed him into the path of James Kato, whose strict and stubborn methods have presented an insurmountable challenge. Brooding recluse James has devoted his life to staying in control. Now, he's been tasked with an impossible mission: getting Laurie Hayes to finish an album in eight months, without triggering another fit of frustration-induced rage. Charged with keeping Laurie in line, he begins to untangle the mess of secrets driving the singer's erratic behavior and unpredictable lifestyle. Forced to work as a team, only one question remains. Can James keep Laurie on top of that unsteady cliff, or will the two end up plunging over its edge together? *** Can be read as a standalone.
ZERO [HERO/VILLAIN] [MXM] ✓ by alydae
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Harlan has a unique power, one that makes him see things others cant, and therefore got him thrown in an asylum when he was only a child. Now he's a reluctant hero, thrust into the profession since he lacked any other option. He's amazing at his job, and six years into his work, is the sidekick to one of the most notable heroes of his generation: Lavina. Unfortunately, he also hates being a hero, but there's one thing that makes it worth it. The numbered. A series of villains who appeared out of nowhere and have an exceptional skill at avoiding the law, heroes, and just generally winning or evading consequences. Consequences, which are the only part of Harlan's job he enjoys. Harlan wants to find the root of it all more than anything, and he's beginning to get close. He intends to find out at any cost. He intends to win at any cost. That, he's sure of. His drive is unmatched. Until something entirely foreign to him gets involved: Feelings. [WARNINGS: smut, gore, swearing, some heavy topics, morally grey characters (the usual)]
Mason Hearts Leo [BxB] by iotaanabee
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'I keep thinking about that kiss earlier,' Mason said softly, his voice a little more nervous now. 'Yeah?... It wasn't just part of the game?' Leo said. Mason's expression softened, 'I've actually been wanting to do that for a while.' ------------ Two boys, one wild party, a bottle, and a night to remember.
Pride and Joy ✓ by swallowedhearts
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[BXB] Nate Pembroke makes an offer that Denver Hughes can't refuse. ✩✩✩ Ever since tragedy struck Denver Hughes' family two years ago, nothing has been the same. As a result, already apathetic Denver decided his best move was to push his feelings aside and avoid them completely- until he decides to seek them out again. Nate Pembroke acts without thinking and has the bruises to show for it. He's impulsive; a hurricane; a whirlwind and he's Denver's golden opportunity. When he offers to help Denver embrace all of his messy and complicated feelings, Denver knows it's an offer he can't refuse. But as their friendship begins to blossom into something more, Denver is forced to face his feelings- and his grief- in a way that he never expected. [ November. 2021. - February. 2022. ]
The Picture of Dorian Gray (1890) by OscarWilde
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"The Picture of Dorian Gray" tells of a young man named Dorian Gray, the subject of a painting by artist Basil Hallward. Basil is impressed by Dorian's beauty and becomes infatuated with him, believing his beauty is responsible for a new mode in his art. Dorian meets Lord Henry Wotton, a friend of Basil's, and becomes enthralled by Lord Henry's world view. Espousing a new hedonism, Lord Henry suggests the only things worth pursuing in life are beauty and fulfilment of the senses.
above all (m×m) ✔ by sweetcaressesofmay
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𝙎𝙥𝙞𝙣-𝙤𝙛𝙛 𝙩𝙤 𝙈𝙞𝙡𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙩 Steven Dempsey, a trickster known to take nothing seriously, gets three dates to convince his friend, Brandon Moore, that he too can be serious when he wants to be. Steven is a rising model, his name on everyone's lips and face in every billboard, but none of that seems to be enough to draw Brandon's attention. Even after all the years Steven has been friends with Brandon, he remains a puzzle Steven or his friends can't piece together. Date by date, Steven aspires to piece together Brandon's story: who is he and why is he so afraid of opening his heart? And, above all, what are those secrets of his past that are still lurking in the shadows? This is a spin-off, but can be read as a stand-alone. Although, if you like Steven and Brandon, I know you'll love their friends Eli, Benjamin, Ash and Miles. Jester and Miles Apart are their stories. :) 𝙅𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙨𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨: × Jester × Miles Apart, sequel × above all, spin-off 𝘾𝙒: stalking, domestic violence, morbid jealousy, overdose, suicide, violence, suicidal ideation, polydrug use, panic/anxiety attacks ⚠️
Teeth and Talon (BoyxBoy) by MorganicEgg
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Kalzerath and his sister Kaida had been walking the roads of the world since Kalzerath was twelve. After a war between their own, Dragons, and the human kingdom of Mrethith, their only safety laid in the Elven mountains of Dresath. They were almost there. They could see the peaks in the distance and yet, all it took was one human finding the truth before the siblings were thrown into cages. Trapped like animals, there was little to nothing that Kalzerath could do this time to save his sister and himself. Perhaps she would be the only one leaving the hunters camp alive. ---------- A book about dragons, recovering from trauma, and a whole lot of world-building. CONTENT WARNING: RAPE/SEXUAL ABUSE, VIOLENCE, CHILD ABUSE, SEXUAL CONTENT *Make sure to read tags before reading the book!*