[Watty 2025 Winner] [Slow Brew Series 1 of 2] [Completed] Look, I didn't mean to embarrass myself the first time I walked into Brewing Grounds. Or the second. Or...every other time since. But something about the place-and the barista with the messy ponytail and the glasses that she pushes up her nose-makes me forget how to form actual sentences. Bea. Her name's Bea. She spelled mine wrong on my cup the first day (Ell-yot Hayul), and now I'm kind of obsessed. Not with her. With medium lattes. With her handwriting. With the little hearts she scribbles on my cups. Okay... maybe a little bit with her. The point is: I'm a walking disaster around her, and I'm pretty sure she knows it. And okay, maybe I started showing up every morning at exactly 7:30 just to see her. And maybe I've been reading up on how to flirt because I thought that might help (it hasn't). But honestly, what's the worst that could happen? I embarrass myself again? (Already done that.) Spill coffee on my tie? (Happened last week.) Accidentally fall in love with the barista who writes flirty notes on my coffee cups? Oh, wait... [1 of 2: Slow Brew Series] Dual POV | Romantic Comedy | Coffee Shop Romance | Slice of Life 18+ for suggestive dialogue, some steam (nothing too explicit) 🏆 1st Place - Pimp My Romance Awards 2025 🏆 1st Place - Pink Watty's pINKspire Awards 2025 "Best Dialogue" 🏆 The Nano Watt 2025 - Contemporary Romance Winner 🏆 Watty's 2025 Winner

🎖️WATTYS SHORT LIST 25🎖️*COMPLETED* River Fontaine has it all. The looks, the personality, the friend group and the popularity. Everyone either wants to be her or with her. Nash Kingston is just the same. Handsome, mysterious, wanted by all and very charming (in his own way). Girls and boys fall at his feet, except for our blondie. Followed after their families feud, he doesn't like her one bit and River...well, she loves some good banter. To her is just playful bickering, to him it's a long time grudge. Either way, they can't stay away from each other. -•-•-•-•-•-•-•-•-• "I don't think your girlfriend would appreciate you calling other girls hot." "Then good it's her I'm saying it to." "I'm not...your girlfriend." "Not yet." -•-•-•-•-•-•-•-•-• #1 IN POPULAR #1 IN BICKERING WATTY'S SHORT LIST 2025

In the bustling streets of New York City, Kiara Stone is faced with a life-altering decision. The health of her beloved mother hangs in the balance, compelling her to return to the city she once thought she had escaped forever. Reluctant yet determined, Kiara plunges headfirst into a journey of rediscovery and unbreakable bonds. With her young son, Cameron, by her side, Kiara can no longer ignore the shadows of her past. The secrets she's kept hidden for years become a haunting reality as she confronts the consequences of a single, fateful night. Kiara's indomitable spirit drives her forward, unwilling to let history repeat itself and jeopardize her son's future. As fate would have it, a chance encounter blossoms into an unexpected friendship. Aaliyah, a captivating woman brimming with warmth and understanding, leads Kiara into a world of endless possibilities. With Alex, Aaliyah's husband, providing unwavering support, Kiara finds herself surrounded by a newfound family. Yet, when Aaliyah extends an invitation to her daughter's birthday party, Kiara's world is forever altered. Faces from the past collide in a whirlwind of emotions as she comes face to face with the man who unknowingly fathered her son. Noah, a flawed soul seeking redemption, is on the verge of discovering a truth that will reshape his entire existence. In this poignant tale of love, forgiveness, and second chances, Kiara and Noah navigate the intricate web of their intertwined lives. Will they find the strength to overcome their past mistakes and forge a future built on trust and love? Join them on an unforgettable journey as they unravel the threads of destiny and rediscover the true meaning of family.

Beta Gabriel Lodge. Beta to one of the most feared men in the country whilst being a terrifying one himself. He's not really sure what drew him to choose Adelaide as a mate. Maybe it was her soft beauty or her strong soul. All he knew is that when he saw her, he wanted her. Adelaide Greyson's friend was chosen by the most feared Alpha in the country at the Mating Ceremony. So when she runs to Adelaide's house for comfort, Adelaide ends up meeting Alpha Donnelly's, Beta. And what Beta Lodge wants, he gets. Adelaide must adjust to her new life but it's not as simple as she would have liked. ***** The intimate position makes my cheeks heat up. He looked down at me, to my bruised cheek. "You've been with me for only one day and you were already hurt," he said thickly and then let out a frustrated sigh, "you're too nice to be with me. You're too soft." Concern creased his features and I looked at him with wide eyes. "What's wrong with being soft?"

"You're my favorite thing." He croaked. "You're all I have left . . . I don't know what I would do if you left me." *** A story built on coffee, awkward glances, dark pasts, too many puns, and one girl's uncanny ability to find trouble. Oh, and love. *** Beverly had always loved local coffee shops. When she stumbles upon Cynthia's, she enjoys a mocha and the adorable, awkward giant of a barista, who is covered in tattoos and would be terrifying, if not for the fact that he can hardly look her in the eye. As they grow closer, Beverly works to unravel his tricky past, whilst trying not to get involved in her roommate's suspicious antics and the sudden uprising of drugs and alcohol at her university. *** Highest Rankings: #1 in Sweet 5/14/22 -- 5/18/22 #5 in Chicklit 7/23/22 #1 in shyboy 8/7/22

Shit's crazy. One day, you are taken from your home. The next day, he ruins you. Yay. The day after that, your wolf becomes a mute. The day, even after that, you run. Then, the day, even after that, you become a rogue and start killing Alphas for money. Double yay. And you end up meeting the Death Lust Alpha, his worst enemy. The Death Lust Alpha kills rogues. And you're mated to him. Triple yay. +16

She's a wild, free spirit who sees the good in everyone, and he's the hardened, bad-tempered loner who wants nothing to do with her-yet no matter how hard he tries to push her away, she's the one temptation he can't escape. *** He's never met someone with such a bubbly personality. Not to mention the wildness and odd phrases she says every five minutes. He hates it. He hates how he can't stay away from it. He hates what she does to him; it's not like him to chase after some girl. She gets under his skin like no other. She's never met someone with such a bad attitude. He's ill-mannered and menacing. The glare never seems to leave his face. Considering it all, she can't help but feel the attraction toward him. Dangerous attraction toward a seemingly dangerous man. Maybe it's the tattoos on his arm that gets her attention. Or maybe it's because she can tell there's hope for good under his rough exterior. And she's about to find it, whether he likes it or not. It's no secret that the two of them are complete and total opposites. *** "You like being called Sugar, don't you?" I tease, placing my toothbrush back after finishing. He does the same and gives me a side-eyed scowl. He grips my chin harshly and kisses me. My body temperature raises a good ten degrees and my right leg goes all wiggly. He pulls away. "You like it when I kiss you, don't you?" He teases the same way I did to him and I'm left blubbering. "I think both of our questions are rhetorical," I lower my voice up at him. His lip curls up into a smirk. *** #1 in Young Adult #9 in Badboy #1 in Cold #3 in Goodgirl #1 in Sweetheart #14 in Love *** *Warning* This story contains mature themes (language, scenes)

"James McGregor, CEO of McGregor industries, has passed away yesterday evening after a long battle with cancer. James McGregor, aged 63, was one of the-" Elizabeth shut the TV off, she couldn't bear to listen to this... She had been there when it happened, she did not need it to be repeated. Elizabeth Waverton had been Mr. McGregor's personal assistant for the last three years. During that time the two of them had gotten close. They became friends, as he was as a father to her. Ms. Waverton was seen by many as one of the best personal assistants that there was. Most didn't last long at the McGregor's, but Ms. Waverton did. She was known for making anything possible, having connections all over town and anywhere you can imagine. But now that her former boss and friend is dead the company will be taken over by James McGregor jr. the son of her boss. Elizabeth had never quite taken a liking to this man, but he however has taken an interest in her...

Meet Sadie Taylor, currently a senior at East High. You can say she is the nerdiest student East High had ever had. She took either advanced placement or honor classes. Sadie always passed every class with an exceptional A. The students of East High ignore her and treat her as if she wasn't even there unless ... they needed her to do their homework. Or their 100,000 word essay that was coming up. Or some project that was due tomorrow. No one sincerely wanted to be her friend which was why she had none and was always alone. What will Sadie do when she catches the attention of the most popular boy at school? Meet Adam West, a 19-year-old who failed his classes senior year and has to retake them again. Not like that bothered anyone. He was East High's best quarterback. Girls threw themselves at him. Nothing could've been better. But when Adam receives a once in a lifetime chance to join the UCLA as their quarterback, everything is no longer the same. If he doesn't pass his classes this time around, he'll lose the opportunity to join UCLA. What will happen when Adam learns the identity of the biggest nerd at school?

Victoria Smith had always been a shy girl, as no one really cared about her. She felt like she had no one in the world (well, except for her cat). One night, she finds that maybe that loneliness was about to end. "What are you doing out here all by yourself?" -Please-, take a look at the TAGS before reading. This is a DDLG story.