Caleb Bloom just started college. He's finally away from his abusive father and is ready for his second chance at life. He's determined to be happy and live how he wants, regardless of what those around him say. At least, that's what he likes to think. He is too shy for his own good, his anxiety and worry rule over him with an iron fist, and putting himself out there is impossible with his lacking social skills. He keeps to himself, works his shifts at the book store, attends his classes and goes to the library to study afterwards. His life is simple and comfortable. That is until he needs to take his car in for an oil change and meets Bear, the gorgeous, tattooed beast of a man who also happens to be his mechanic. Calebs whole world shifts on its axis after meeting him and he can only hope its for the better. Book will have mature themes and content.

Flo is moving across the Country for her first year in college, when her plan starts to fall apart she finds herself living with four men who all have a soft spot for her innocent nature.

"Colby?" Avery asks, his voice wavering only slightly. I turn to him, cursing at myself for hesitating, if only for a minute. "Yeah?" "Do you have a crush on me?" My heart shatters, but I can't lie. Not to him. Not about this. "Yes, Avery. I've had a crush on you since that day you got drunk and stumbled into my house. Every time I look at you, I can't help wanting to touch you and craving you." I pause, taking in a shuddering breath. "This doesn't have to change anything. You don't --" He snatches my hands. "You wanna touch me, Colby?" His sudden boldness stops me in my tracks. I nod slowly as he nears my face, his cheek brushing mine. He whispers in my ear, a raspy murmur that sends electric shocks through my entire body. "Do it. I fucking dare you." ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Avery Thomas and Colby Beck are best friends; thick as thieves, but polar opposites. Where Avery is energetic and social, Colby is closed off and selects very few people to really know him. Their relationship has always been simply this: best friends. That is, until one drunken night like all of the others; Avery saunters into Colby's house, seeking help in his state. As he assists Avery, Colby realizes that he is beginning to become attracted to him in more ways than best friends should be. *WARNING* Mature sexual scenes and some homophobia. Chapters marked with "M" contain adultery or some sexual interaction between heroines. All scenes have consent, and characters are over 18. Be warned. Your mental health matters. DON'T COPYRIGHT! This is an original work.

✧ 𝐁𝐑𝐎𝐎𝐊𝐋𝐘𝐍 𝐋𝐎𝐌𝐁𝐀𝐑𝐃𝐈 (𝐀𝐋𝐃𝐄𝐍) ✧ When I was six I was kidnapped and taken away from my family for seven months. Thirteen years later and I have little to no memory of who had taken me. Ever since then my father has been severely overprotective and never lets me out of his sight. Now that I'm somewhat on my own everything starts to change. When I finish high school and start attending New York University my life takes a turn, for better and for worse. They're back. ☆ 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐗𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐑 𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑 ☆ Years ago we found our little angel. She just so happened to be in the wrong place at the wrong time. She was the light in our lives, until one day we lost her again. Thirteen years later and we still mourn the loss of our sweetheart, but we found her once, we will do it again. I am the head of the Russian mafia, or a professor at NYU depending who you ask. One day I raise my head to look around at the sea of students and my eyes lock on a familiar pair of ocean blue irises. ★ 𝐇𝐀𝐘𝐃𝐄𝐍 𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐍𝐄𝐋𝐋 ★ I'm a heartless killer and offer no apologies for it. As the head of the Russian mafia along with being the CEO to a multibillion dollar company, my life is nothing but darkness. During the day I'm an office man, at night my knife slashes through the necks of anyone I can get my hands on. Killing is my outlet, ever since I lost her. It helps me keep my anger in check. I've never stopped looking for her. We've come close multiple times, but each time came out unsuccessful. As I put a bullet in the head of my ex-guard, Alex comes rushing into the room, and the look on his face says it all. He found her. Start: July 4th End: ///

Ezra has always kept his head down. With a voice that falters and a past that bruises quietly, he's learned that silence is safer than being seen. Until Lucien Voss sees him. Lucien doesn't believe in accidents. He doesn't believe in mercy, or kindness, or fate. But he believes in control-and Ezra's silence feels like something he needs to own. People say Lucien is cruel. Dangerous. A Voss never touches what he doesn't plan to break. But this time... he touches Ezra. "You're quiet because you're scared. "But I hear you just fine, Ezra. And that's what makes this fun." What begins as curiosity turns into obsession. And Lucien? He doesn't know how to love without breaking everything in his path. TUNE IN TO KNOW THEIR STORY 🩵

"As fierce as I tried to appear on the outside... I couldn't lie. I was still scared. Not only of getting hurt, but also of losing whatever's left of who I was. What if I would wake up one day and wouldn't recognize myself anymore? Though, maybe that was the point. Maybe the old me wasn't worth saving anyway."~Adrian Hayes ... After his parents kicked him out for being gay, Adrian Hayes finds himself longing for control and respect. He fights himself into the gang, his cousin is also part of, desperate to free himself from the humiliation and shame that clung to his name. Though, he never meant to fall for the rival gang leader. ... "I was the leader of a gang that Rafael wanted gone. And Adrian, whether he liked it or not, was one of Rafael's now."~Caleb Silva

Cameron Honeywood. Star student, varsity volleyball captain. Everyone's best friend, partially because he's just too nice to say no and because he's your literally 'all you need' guide. He's way too social for his own liking, way too hungry too. Also, for god's sake, stop calling that poor man unfunny. He is funny, to a point. Alexander Viktor de Valois. Kraits' leader, ruthless, smart, sarcastic. It's not like he hasn't tried talking to people, he just absolutely hates everyone. It's not his habit to let his prey go, but he does with a certain blond. Every. Single. Time. Because he knows, the prey will come crawling back to him. These two were never meant to cross paths. But for some reason, fate keeps throwing Cameron into Alexander's eyes. And Alex knows what he wants. He wants one thing, and that's Cameron. one night stand with nothing much happening leaves them both feeling incomplete. Til Cameron stumbles upon an unknown place. When he thinks he's off the hook, he just digs his own grave.

Eve and Ellie, two young girls who met in the very beginning of their middle school years when Ellie moved to their small Mississippi town. Now, they were both closer to graduating than starting high school. They were known for being the best of friends, practically always together. And even being maybe, just maybe, a little too close - too close for only friends. Evelyn Wells, the sweet and innocent preacher's daughter, and Ellie Johnson, the rebellious and social top basketball player for Recon Christian High School girls team. Now, it is up to these two teenage girls to manage their feelings in a small, conservative town with eyes constantly peering.

Julian Knight is the man who has it all. At thirty-two, he runs the biggest company in the city, but his explosive temper and reckless behavior are starting to put his empire at risk. He's powerful, arrogant, and spiraling out of control. Elias Ashford is the one man who isn't afraid of him. As the Head of HR, Elias has watched Julian's downfall from the sidelines for years. He doesn't want a promotion or a bigger paycheck. He wants something much more dangerous: he wants to fix the man at the top. When Julian's behavior finally goes too far, a secret agreement is made behind the closed doors of the boardroom. It's a contract that no lawyer will ever see. In public, Julian is still the ruthless boss everyone fears. But the moment the office doors lock, the roles are reversed. Behind the scenes, Julian must learn to follow the rules of the man he thought worked for him. The world sees a man in charge. Elias knows exactly who is on his knees. ˏˋ°•*⁀➷ ♥ A Knight & Ashford Novel ♥ This story explores dark workplace dynamics, emotional tension, and high-intensity romantic themes. It is intended for readers aged 18 and older due to explicit adult themes, graphic language, and nerve wrecking passion. Have some cold water ready and get ready for the heat! Thank you for reading.