Summers in Arizona can be brutal. So can finding love in a small town when you aren't straight. At twenty-years-old, Steven has just about given up on the prospect. Instead, he saves his money, dreaming of the day when he can ditch his small town life for something more exciting. Preferably somewhere with guys who would actually be interested in dating him. But everything changes when a handsome new guy arrives in town and starts flirting with Steven. Being woefully inexperienced, Steven is excited-and equally nervous-by the opportunity to finally check some firsts off his list. Perhaps the one first he wasn't counting on will end up being the best of all.

When Milo returns home from college for winter break, he's surprised to discover that his brother brought more than luggage and dirty laundry. Milo is immediately attracted to the tag-along, Judah. He is handsome and charming, but Milo can't tell if Judah is being friendly or flirty. And even if Milo's feelings aren't one sided, what could he do about it? He only has two weeks before Judah goes back to school. Is that enough time to make a connection that will last far beyond the holidays?

"I love you." "Oh?" "In a non-bro sort of way, y'know? Full homo." ~~~ Kai and Roan are a lot of things. Best friends, football players, straight A students, future roommates, and so on. Read what happens when a kiss adds something new to the list. ~~~ [This is a FREE book with paid exclusive chapters.] [bxb] [Marked mature for sexual content.]

Sometimes your first love becomes your forever love. ✨ Jeff expects his trip home to Nevada to be as dull as dirt. Dry weather, boring people, the same old faces-he hates visiting his hometown. But this year, something unexpected happens: he runs into Jamie. Jamie, Jeff's best friend since kindergarten, knows all of Jeff's secrets and flaws. Oh, and Jeff may or may not have kissed Jamie a few times in those tumultuous teenage years... Fine... maybe it was more than just a few times, but who's counting? Seeing Jamie again stirs up old feelings, ones he's finally ready to explore. Jeff thought he left his past behind-until Jamie walks back into his life, bringing old memories and unresolved feelings. A heartfelt friends-to-lovers journey of bisexual awakening, self-acceptance, and slow-burn romance. Can Jeff finally embrace his love for Jamie, or will fear keep them apart? 🌶️ CONTENT WARNINGS: Cheating drama (not explicit), Internalized biphobia, Emotional conflict drama, Mild language, Mature sexual content, Alcohol use 📢 THIS IS A 3 CHAPTER SAMPLE: The full book can be found on Amazon and free on Amazon Kindle Unlimited! Own the eBook today - Get it from Amazon and carry their love story anywhere! 👉 www.authormanderson.com

Apollo Quinn is entering the summer before his senior year with one promise to himself; He needs to truly live. After 17 years of being miserably bored, he planned on finally finding himself. Maybe getting a girlfriend, maybe going to a party. No matter what he did, it needed to be big: Something utterly life changing. The only issue? Nicolas Young. While 5 years ago, Apollo and Nicolas had been best friends, these days, they never spoke. Nicolas lived across the country and Apollo was a bit too stubborn to reach out. When Apollo's mom let him know that Nicolas would have to fly from Vermont to California and spend the entire summer in their house, Apollo knew he was doomed. What he didn't account for was how utterly life changing their new friendship would become. 🌊🌊🌊 90,880 words Some content may be upsetting to certain readers! Be sure to read the warnings at beginnings of more triggering chapters.

COMPLETED [boyxboy] Carson Hughes is a bright light. Vinny Taylor is an enigma. ** After spending his summer away as a camp counselor, Carson Hughes comes back to his home town for his senior year. Things seem to be just as he left them until he finds out his best friend's brother came out of the closet and cut everybody out of his life. Kind and caring Carson can't help but want to understand this new Vinny. Vinny Taylor is falling, constantly going down and feeling like there's no end. His summer leaves him changed forever. After coming out and alienating himself, he spends most days locked away in his room until Carson comes back to town. Vinny's a mystery yet to be figured out. And Carson is up to the task. WARNING: Some of the content in this book may be triggering for some readers. Chapters with triggering content will have trigger warnings at the top with what the triggering content is. There will not be any graphic or detailed scenes of traumatic or triggering experiences. ~180k words

**Currently being edited** Samuel Royster is a man with a heart of gold, sweeter than sugar and a self-depreciating, closeted gay, wreck. But he loves to help people whenever he can, which is a bonus when you're the proud owner of a homeless shelter. From past and present experiences, Sam finds it difficult to open up and show others the real him. His father treats him like an overworked donkey. His brother is not much better. They say everything happens for a reason, so when a homeless man who's communication skills are lacking walks into his life... Everything changes, things begin slotting into place... but for how long?

Spin-off of I Love You, Stupid After being gone for four years, Taylor finds himself back in his home town with nowhere else to go. His goal? Get out of there as quickly as possible and stay as far away from everyone as he can.

*COMPLETED* (Y.O.L.O stands for: YOU ONLY LIVE ONCE) *** Carter Jones, the school nerd, and Killian Henderson, the reputated troublemaker, somehow end up getting detention together. "How about we make a bet?" Offered Killian, his pistachio-green eyes drilling into mine as a playful smile lingered on his lips. "A bet?" I gulped, intimidated by how close he was sitting next to me. He nodded and raised four fingers, the ones with the letters "Y.O.L.O" tattooed on them, wriggling them in front of me with his ever-so-confident grin. "Four dares, Jones, just you and me." And that's how it all started. *** Rankings: #fiction #featured #queer #gay #depression #bl #youngadult #featured #comedy #bisexual #manxman #teen fiction #boyxboy #bxb #LGBT #romance Cover designed by Holly Thurston

(ROUGH DRAFT, not edited. First draft) Alvin Lee used to date Ashley in high school but things didn't end well between them. However, the two couldn't deny their connection so instead of just being exes, they decided to stay friends. For Ashley, it's been easy but for Alvin it's been hard for him to just be her friend. Even though Alvin denies his feelings, Ashley knows that they are there. To prove to Ashley that he's over her, he has to find her a date and to make it fun, Ashley decides to try and find Alvin a date as well. They have until the end of their summer break and whoever can find a good date first will win 200 dollars. Will Alvin be able to find Ashley a date and get over her once and for all? Will he give in to his feelings? Or will he find someone new along the way? ***** [FEATURED ON WATTPAD'S STORIES TO READ OUT LOUD READING LIST!] [FORMERLY FEATURED ON WATTPAD EXPLORER'S SUMMER NIGHTS LIST] [#1 in Newadult/ Feburary 5th, 2020] [#1 in Novella/June 4th, 2019] [#1 in Comedy/June 19th, 2019] [#1 in Pride / August 27, 2019] [#1 in Bi / February 12th, 2020] [#2 in Short/April 28th, 2019] [#2 in Manxman / August 5th, 2019] [#2 in Boyxboy / February 4, 2020] [#3 in Novella / August 15th, 2019] [#3 in Gayromance/ July 15, 2019] [#4 in Short Chapters / July 14th, 2019] [#8 in Gay / August 13, 2019]