COMPLETED, CURRENTLY EDITING/PARTIALLY REWRITING (please excuse the mess. Some of the plot is being changed so there might be a few areas that get confusing, nothing too much though) Funny how life decides to act like a roller coaster. The ups and down come in a split second. You can't decide whether you want fast or slow. Dangerous or steady. But you don't get a choice. You go with the flow. No matter what. I'm Phoenix Wood, the misfit, and outcast of my town. Instead of a roller coaster my life's more like a train wreck. My adventure loving parents were lost at sea and I was left to my aunt Clare Small. Like I said, train wreck... Not roller coaster, TRAIN WRECK. Not to mention the fact that I end up stuck with the bad boy. Could it get any worse? Secrets unravel and life gets a bit more complicated that it used to be. But it must go on. She's stuck with the bad boy. Or is it the other way around? Maybe he's stuck with the bad Girl... * WARNING: this book is my first work, it'll be a bit rough at the start and sometimes I'll accidentally mess up the story line or it will seem ridiculously stupid, so read at your own risk (I will admit, this book is like my baby, so please be kind when correcting my errors). It gets much better about half way through. If you'd like to read a book of mine that is much better written, go to my profile and find the book Breathe Me. Thanks! (Seriously though, there's a TON of mistakes, some made because I'm currently editing, so the story line could get confusing in some places) Originally published: 2 / 13 / 2014 Completed: 1 / 9 / 2017 Finished Editing: (Not finished yet) Highest rank: #303 in Teen Fiction (1-10-2017)

Valerie O'Conner has a pretty good idea of how her summer will go, and it revolves around three very simple activities: sunbathing, working at the local ice-cream parlour, and daydreaming about a world where Logan Mathews doesn't get his way. What she isn't exactly prepared for is a British tourist with a habit of pushing her out of her comfort zone. It doesn't take long for Alastair Sullivan to decide that his entertainment in sleepy Sandy Cove will be helping the town cynic find love. When Valerie's life is turned upside down by a series of promises, she's forced to battle with what she really believes in. A Young Adult story of personal growth, conflicting feelings and a whole lot of romance. Highest Rank: #37 in teen fiction.

How To Be The Best Third Wheel is now published as a Paperback & E-book by Wattpad Books! As a Wattpad reader, you can also now access the Original Edition for free and the Wattpad Books Published Edition here upon purchase. It's the last year of high school, and everything has changed . . . ***** After a summer spent in the Philippines, Lara Dela Cruz is eager to start her senior year and, most importantly, reunite with her three besties. But what she did not expect was to show up on the first day of school to all three of her friends now in relationships. Fighting for their attention, catching some new and confusing feelings for long-time frenemy James, and wading through the pressures of post-high-school plans all have Lara reeling. And to make matters worse, Lara's beautiful and untrustworthy cousin conveniently appears and wiggles her way right between her and James' budding relationship. Feeling like a third wheel in more ways than one, Lara must learn to accept that change is inevitable, love is complicated, and being the odd one out is sometimes where inner power is found. [[Word count: 100,000-150,000 words]] Cover design by Jill Caldwell Wattys 2020 YA fiction Winner Wattpad Books Prize Winner

Kimberly Jones, better known as Kimber, is new in town. She's the beautiful and smart daughter of a Secret Service member, fully capable of handling herself in any situation. Lucas Vasquez, better known as the town's residing criminal, is shrouded by mystery and sarcasm. With sins stretching behind him almost a mile long, he's dangerous and captivating and the son of the drug cartel's leader. A man to some, a god to others, who cures boredom on a weekend with a murder or two. After dealing with deadly thugs, seductive boys, and impossible midterms, Kimber's life seems to be spiraling out of control and the first semester isn't even over yet. But when she discovers that Lucas is slowly dying and somehow her father is connected to it all, Kimber's first year of college takes a turn for the worst. Can the daughter of a law abiding family join forces with the son of America's most wanted in order to not only save themselves, but also the empire Lucas' father has built while leading the drug cartel? Or will Kimber lose Lucas forever to the secrets and evils surrounding the Vasquez family? Through unbelievable twists and discoveries, Kimber will learn quickly that when the drug cartel descends, blood runs thicker than water. And blood. Will. Run. - © 2016 [P.S- I enjoy writing big, bloody, and heart wrenching endings. You have been warned;) ]

[ REWRITING ] Erratic, reckless and compelling, Wolf Carter terrifies her; but with a serious escapism mentality, Wolf is exactly what her twisted complex desires. Meanwhile, Wolf himself has taken a liking to the mysterious Valentina Rivers. Unbeknownst to her, he's already made a decision, and can hardly wait to unravel his new play-toy. It's all fun and games until feelings come into play. Soon the game becomes a little more personal, a little more real, and a little too much; particularly when Wolf and Valentina find so much more than they bargained for, in one another. ❝ home isn't always four walls, sometimes home is two eyes and a heartbeat ❞ [ © 2016 - 2018 thatwriterlauren ]

Reth Santiago was your stereotypical leather-jacket-cladded delinquent. Through a strenuous bet to turn a good girl bad, his life collides with Clare Rogers, his best friend he abandoned without any explanation. After two years apart, their opposite lives are turned upside down and before long they are unraveling even the darkest of each other's secrets. Terrible things will come to surface, and the two must find trust in each other despite their pasts. Everything will change; but after the walls come down and the lies are sought out, will the good girl still trust the bad boy? Reth and Clare's thrilling and emotional romance is sure to leave you on the edge of your seat. _______________________ Highest Rank: #187 in Teen Fiction #1 in #SelfExpression I started writing this story when I was very young so please excuse any typos in advance. TRIGGER WARNING: This story involves talk of abuse, rape, sexual assault, and other subjects that could be sensitive to some readers. Please read with caution. Copyright © 2023 All Rights Reserved.

[BOOK TWO] [Completed] [Voted #1 Best Action Story in the 2018 Fiction Awards] When the Russians dismantle one of the largest and fastest growing Italian Mafia family's in the States, war is declared. To avenge their friend's death, a fallen king, a washed up queen, a struggling couple, and a depressed brother must come back together to fight. Through their own series of trials and tribulations, they learn that although they can attempt to fight their own battles, the only way they can overcome them is together. That is when they have the most power. ~ ~ ~ © 2018 taintedkissesxo * cover by lvcianos on instagram *

| #27 in Romance| ****** A girl gives her virginity to her best friend who she's always loved. The morning after, he vanishes, no one knows where he is. Five years later, he shows back up again to claim what was originally his. Her. ****** Emmie Rose has been love with her best friend, Parker Bowmen for as long as she can remember. Parker's the all around player; he has a new girl every week. Girls love him and guys want to be him. But Parker only sees Emmie as a friend and just that. Emmie Rose begins to think that having Parker is just a stupid fantasy that will never come true. That is until, at a graduation party, Emmie finally gets her chance at having Parker as hers. Waking up after one of the best nights of her life, Emmie is ready to start a new relationship with Parker. But finding the one person you've ever loved slipped out on you and vanished off the face of the planet, your heart shatters into millions of pieces... Five years later, Emmie Rose has now picked up the pieces that Parker left and built a nice life for herself. With a blooming business, kind fiancé, and a wedding coming up, Emmie has now forgotten about the lost best friend that used to take over her mind. She's moved on from that sad, naive girl who couldn't get over a little crush. She's a woman now and she's ready for anything. Or so she thinks... But what happens when Parker walks back into town searching for his best friend? Will Emmie's past emotions coming crashing on her perfect life or will she keep it together? And this time will she be able to pick up the broken pieces or will she be left in the dust of everything that is Parker Bowmen?