In The Other Side of Ordinary, 18-year-old Elias Garcia has always felt like he lives under the weight of his own reflection. Born with a facial birth defect, he's been accustomed to the stares, whispers, and the feeling of not quite fitting in. Growing up in a small town, Eli was never able to shake the constant sense of being "different," and he doubts anyone could ever see beyond his appearance to the person he really is. Now, starting university, Eli is ready to keep his head down, focus on his studies, and avoid the social pitfalls that plagued him in high school. But when he meets Amara, a spirited and kind-hearted art student, he's caught off guard by her warmth and curiosity. Amara doesn't seem fazed by his appearance; in fact, she seems drawn to his sharp wit and gentle soul. For the first time, Eli begins to question whether he's truly unworthy of love and acceptance. As their friendship grows into something more, Eli is forced to confront his deepest insecurities and the walls he's built to keep people out. Through laughter, shared struggles, and small acts of courage, Eli learns that love isn't about being flawless- it's about being seen. And maybe, just maybe, he might be brave enough to let someone see him for who he really is.

Jade has absolutely no experience when it comes to romance, sexually to be specific. Her (sort of) childhood friend, however, is the opposite and offers to let her practice with him. How far will Jun go to teach his new roommate, Jade, the basics of physical touch? 💋

"You don't know how long I've waited just to be close to you like this" he admits and it makes my heart flutter that he thinks about me as much as I think about him "I like you so much" If my smile was any wider it would be hanging off my face. "I like you too august. Too much"

"Stop overthinking," she whispered, holding my cheek as she stroked her thumb. "Please." "I can't," I admitted, scrunching my brows. "I'm sorry." "Don't apologise," she said gently, her eyes moving to my lips. "You're doing so good." Theo Ferreira- full time student and part time tattoo artist. He's quiet, reserved and has no other interests besides completing his degree. Theo is focused, but his focus shifts when he meets a woman who brings out a side to him he didn't know existed. Nina Cantero- full time student and the occasional babysitter. She's curious and utterly bored with her abundantly bleak life. Nina seeks a new thrill, and sometimes that means fresh ink on her skin. What happens when her newfound craving leads her to a particular tattoo artist?

"I love you more than yesterday,and less than tomorrow"

Isla Porter is a prodigy-an enigma in the world of collegiate tennis. She never questions her instincts, never gets distracted, and never ventures beyond her carefully mapped-out goals: a professional tennis career, a Wimbledon trophy, two Olympic medals. Relationships don't fit into her life between her studies and her sport. Every NHL team wants Dean Wesley. With his steady rise in talent and an unwavering drive to dominate, he's been on the radar of pro scouts since high school. Now, with college graduation looming, the pressure to over-perform and out-play is at an all-time high. Two over-ambitious athletes, their egos and competitive natures are bound to collide during the most important seasons of their careers. But as tensions flare and feelings emerge, will they risk their dreams for the one thing they never saw coming?

When a lonely girl crosses paths with the guy that is willing to do anything for her and the universe feels irrevocably changed. ••• The first day of my second year at Cambridge university, and I still haven't made a single friend during my time here. I don't know what that says about me as a person. ••• Her eyes were the first thing I noticed. I thought they looked like eyes that deserved to be painted, every detail captured. They warranted being made immortal and deserved to be showcased at the most famous of museums. All Rights Reserved ®

𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐈𝐘𝐀 𝐃𝐑𝐄, a pure, innocent beauty, her light shining brightly in a world that sometimes feels dark, 𝐉𝐀𝐌𝐄𝐒 𝐃𝐄𝐀𝐍, a cold-hearted enigma, a man of few words whose icy exterior hides a turbulent past. His world changes when he encounters Indiya, a girl whose innocence and purity stand in stark contrast to his guarded nature. As they navigate the complexities of high school life together, James finds himself drawn to Indiya's warmth and kindness, thawing his cold exterior. But their budding romance faces challenges from both within and outside their social circles, testing the strength of their love and their ability to stay true to themselves amidst the chaos of adolescence.