Liam, a star athlete living by the rules, and Jason, the school's notorious troublemaker, are forced together on a project, igniting a tension-filled journey of self-discovery. As their worlds collide, they confront their deepest insecurities and unexpected feelings, challenging the boundaries between friendship and something more. In the face of growing rumors and personal turmoil, they must navigate a complex landscape of identity and acceptance.

The Heart Rate of a Mouse was one of many beautifully written fanfictions (in Ryan's pov, too) by Anna Green, beggarsnotes on LJ in around 2008-10. They are so hard to find, excluding THROAM, which can also be found on ao3. I have a lot of them saved and I know people want to read them.. so here. ALL RIGHTS TO ANNA GREEN, BEGGARSNOTES.

{This book has been published on August 12th, 2025. Read the full book on Kindle Unlimited!} His tone was low, "So you're jealous?" His lips looked so soft. "Of the guy who is good at everything without putting in an ounce of work? Yeah, maybe I am." "You wanna know what else is effortless?" Javier challenged. I bit my bottom lip. "What?" "My feelings for you." - To work so hard for something and then watch someone else do it better effortlessly is infuriating. That was definitely the case for Elias. Elias Richardson wanted to be the best at something, academics was what he chose. With a lot of hard work and dedication, he achieved his goal. So, when Javier Cortez came along and started showing him up at everything he did, he became furious. Now everything that they do is a competition, whether Javier knows it or not. But somewhere along the line that hate filled competition begins to turn into undeniable feelings that take a lot less effort. - {TW⚠️: This book contains heavy depictions of alcoholism, verbal abuse, mental health struggles, mature themes and strong language. Please don't read if this will affect you} {Cover by @sugararmy07} #1 in #rivalstolovers 5/24/25 #1 in #comingoutofthecloset 6/17/25 #1 in #boyxboy 7/4/25 #1 in #enemiestolovers 7/4/25

Rhodes St. James is used to people liking him. He's the charming lawyer who always has the right words, and when he's not winning cases, he's fronting a band with his college buddies. Life is good, predictable even, until Theodore steps into the picture. Hired by the St. James family, Theo is completely unaffected by Rhodes' usual charm. Stone-faced, no-nonsense, and frustratingly immune to his playful jokes and easy smiles, Theo quickly becomes Rhodes' new project. It's all fun and games at first-trying to make Theo laugh, teasing him until he cracks. Rhodes is determined to get under that tough exterior, convinced it's only a matter of time before Theo warms up. But the more time they spend together, the more Rhodes starts to see a different side of him. Beneath the stoic, unyielding facade is someone who's been hurt before, someone who keeps the world at a distance for a reason. And the challenge suddenly becomes more than just getting a smile. Rhodes wants to break through Theo's walls, not just for the fun of it, but because he's drawn to the person hiding beneath. But Theo's heart is off-limits, scarred by a past relationship that left him shattered, and he's sworn off love entirely. The closer they get, the more Rhodes realizes that this won't be as easy as he thought. But Rhodes has never been one to give up easily...

"Someone once told me that all your problems could be washed away in the sea. Guess that's not true for me." One Year Older is a tale of Daya Johnston, whose love story unfolds by the sea during the spring break of her final year of high school. Her journey of passion and heartache explores the depths of love and what happens if she lets go. Daya is at a crossroads between college and the love of her boyfriend Banks. This story captures the essence of young love and the bittersweetness that follows. Book 2 of the One Week Older Series

Fresh out of the psyche ward and near her birthday, Anabel goes to great lengths to find a valuable trinket that was left behind. One desperate move forces her to cross paths with a wanted young man - Levi. He's her problem, now.

Dive into a collection of love's many shades with "Whispers of the Heart." Each chapter tells a unique story, capturing moments of regret, sadness, discovery, and joy. Simple yet profound, these short tales will touch your soul and leave you yearning for more. Discover the beauty and complexity of love in every page.