When a devastating injury threatens Lex Bennet's dream of playing in the women's professional basketball league, her world is turned upside down. Despite the setback, Lex is unexpectedly drafted by the new expansion team in Boston. Her jubilation is short-lived, however, when she finds herself on the same roster as Eva Montgomery, her long-time college rival and the woman responsible for her injury. Once adversaries on the court, Lex and Eva must navigate their new dynamic as teammates. As they confront their past and strive to find common ground, unresolved emotions and an undeniable attraction simmer between them, becoming increasingly difficult to ignore. Old rivals, new teammates-will their unresolved past lead to love or disaster?

- Contains sex, violence, and uses of strong language please be advised - When junior FBI recruit Roman Castello is handed a case file containing a string of seemingly insignificant assassinations that no one else wanted, he has no idea his life is about to be turned upside down. Roman, fresh-faced and driven by a strong moral compass, dives headfirst into the investigation, determined to prove himself. But fate has a different plan. In the shadows, a cunning and enigmatic young assassin named Adrian watches, intrigued by the relentless and handsome agent. Adrian, a man with a dark past and a heart he keeps guarded, has been hired to eliminate targets. Roman's dedication and sincerity stirs something within him-a spark that threatens to unravel the carefully constructed walls around his heart. As their paths cross in a dance of danger and deception, Roman finds himself inexplicably drawn to the mysterious Adrian. Their encounters are electric, filled with tension and unspoken desire. Roman, a man who lives by the rules, is captivated by Adrian's wild, untamed spirit. Despite their opposing worlds, a connection blooms, intense and undeniable. But how can a principled FBI agent and a hired killer navigate a relationship fraught with secrets and peril? Roman must wrestle with his duty to uphold the law while battling his growing feelings for Adrian. Adrian, in turn, must confront the vulnerabilities he's long buried deep within his soul. In a story woven with suspense and romance, follow Roman and Adrian as they navigate the treacherous line between love and loyalty, justice and desire. Will their bond be strong enough to overcome the obstacles that stand in their way, or will their worlds tear them apart? ~ Read to find out...

This short story is a tale about the mythological, snake-wearing, Medusa, and her love story with a mortal blind girl that had stumbled into the woman's home one day. Will Medusa finally find love, and protect it from her cursed life? #1 medusa 7/19/2024

"From past pain and torment, some souls are just meant to meet again-drawn not by chance, but by the gravity of fate that's pulling them back together."

After unexpectedly finding herself as a spirit, Delilah McCormick fights her way through those who led her to that fate and back to her girlfriend. - Macabre Mortem prompt #9: After drowning at the hands of a frat house, the victim seeks revenge at those who wronged them. [Featured on Short Story ambassador account.]

Where Aden finally gathers the courage to confess to Neo, but accidentally ends up almost killing him.

Charmayne Nguyen has been shoved aside her entire life. What she doesn't expect is elusive Jane Keo to make room for her. Maybe it's time for Charm to return the favor. cover by @smidorii

Two teenage girls (Evelyn & Veronica) who were best friends since their childhood, fall in love when they're in high school. What happens when the entire school and Evelyn's homophobic parents find out about their secret relationship? Will their love be forbidden? Or will their love be accepted and forever lasting? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Started:6/13/20 Ended:8/4/20

"Kiss me." "I think I'll pass." Before I could say anything else, her hands grabbed my hips and slammed my back against the wall. And her lips found mine. ------------------------------ When Jo Anderson stumbles into a secret Mafia meeting in one of New York's many bars, she quickly discovers there is something special about the establishment, Stella Nera. When she is cornered by none other than the Mafia Lord himself, Jo is forced to make a deal. Do the Mafia a favor, and in exchange, don't die. The Mafia Lord gives her 48 hours to complete the request: rescuing the gang's most trusted spy from a rival crime boss. If Jo can rescue her, she gets to make it through the weekend. Just in time for school on Monday. #1 crimefiction 2/15/22

"So, are you going to tell me your name or should I just call you 'Starboy'?" The line that started it all. Well, that and a drunkard in the club, bumping into Ethan and causing him to literally fall head over heels for Adam. Cover done by the lovely @SophiaAntonia96