they were best friends, then they weren't. They were enemies, then they weren't. They were lovers, then they [...] This story is a love story between two friends who reconnect in college after a big falling out, but when they reconnect their friendship takes an unexpected turn.

Luca Chessman has been longing for love his entire life. The only problem is-he can't seem to find a guy that likes him the same way. With his family cafe, Chessman's, struggling to keep afloat and no help from the bank, he's slowly accepting the demise of their business which he holds so dearly to his heart. Declan Nash is a regular at Chessman's who wears an expensive suit everyday and sits at the back on his laptop mysteriously-whilst being stupidly good looking. It's safe to say he's caught Luca's eye but with no confidence to speak to him, all Luca can do is smile, take his order and admire from afar. After a robbery at the cafe, leaving Luca with minor wounds and an empty till, Declan soon realises the future of the cafe. He decides to step in and help them get their business back on its feet with a cash loan from himself. But as they grow closer, Luca calls Declan his miracle but does he know his true intentions? - This book is the second book in the Silver Linings Series. You can read this as a stand-alone or read Signs From The Universe before to meet these characters. Tropes: - age-gap (10 years) - bxb - millionaire/wealthy man - forced proximity - found family - spicy scenes

Aris' entire life changes when he discovers he has a heart condition that could be fatal if he doesn't receive a transplant. Eager to speed up the process and attempt to go into private hospital care, he takes on all different jobs to put away every penny he has to save his life. When the chance to become a nanny to a sassy five year old girl arises, Aris knows he's out of his depth with lack of experience. But when he finds out the employer is willing to pay fifteen hundred a week, it's an offer he cannot turn down. Nick is a grumpy, single father who cannot juggle the work-life balance. Desperate to find someone to help look after his daughter, Elodie, to give him the chance to launch his new business app. All he wants is someone he can trust. As Aris walks into his life and straight into this job, Nick is adamant he won't last a day with his cheeky daughter who has no filter. But when an unlikely friendship grows and Aris works his way into Elodie's heart, Nick notices something is beginning to spark in his too-despite telling himself to keep their relationship professional. Lines begin to blur with family outings and endless late nights. Aris knows he needs a new heart but he didn't expect Nick to completely steal it instead. TROPES - single dad / nanny - grumpy / sunshine - Aris falls first, Nick falls fucking harder - forced proximity - chronic disease/illness rep - spicy scenes - dual POV

Everybody knew Paxton Flynn was gay. Nobody knew anything about Sebastian Crown. Everybody had a crush on Sebastian. Paxton, well he has had his moment. Paxton's the popular nerd. Sebastian's the loner Jock. Paxton finds it hard to stop talking. Sebastian's always quiet chewing on a bubblegum. When these two worlds collide for a chemistry assignment. There can either be A plus results or an F disaster. Either way, Chemistry is Chemistry. ©CriticallyIntense

Apollo Quinn is entering the summer before his senior year with one promise to himself; He needs to truly live. After 17 years of being miserably bored, he planned on finally finding himself. Maybe getting a girlfriend, maybe going to a party. No matter what he did, it needed to be big: Something utterly life changing. The only issue? Nicolas Young. While 5 years ago, Apollo and Nicolas had been best friends, these days, they never spoke. Nicolas lived across the country and Apollo was a bit too stubborn to reach out. When Apollo's mom let him know that Nicolas would have to fly from Vermont to California and spend the entire summer in their house, Apollo knew he was doomed. What he didn't account for was how utterly life changing their new friendship would become. 🌊🌊🌊 90,880 words Some content may be upsetting to certain readers! Be sure to read the warnings at beginnings of more triggering chapters.

The name is Julian Fletcher, a 22 year-old college student with a big secret. He's an Omega. From the moment he had presented as one at the age of 16, he had been using suppressants to not go into heat. He hated the fact he was a weak omega. But when he goes home to his parent's house for the holidays, he stumbled upon Adam Quinn. The tall, handsome man that makes him feel things he has never felt before... What will happen when because of a sudden heat he had never experienced and one night of passion with said man leaves him with even more secrets? How long can he keep these secrets that are building up and what if they both have secrets for each other, dangerous ones at that... (contains smut!! be warned )

COMPLETED [boyxboy] Wren Ridley is always two steps ahead of everyone, or so he thinks. His life seems out of his control when he starts having feelings for someone he knows he shouldn't, someone who he's better off avoiding at all costs. Landon Reilly is still trying to figure himself out. After coming out to his parents and nearly getting sent away to conversion therapy, he finds it hard to get close to anyone. He's ice cold, closing himself off to anyone. But when the two constantly bump into each other on their daily runs, avoiding each other becomes nearly impossible and the two are drawn to each other more than either will admit. "On Thin Ice" spinoff. Can be read as a standalone, but contains "On Thin Ice" spoilers and will make more sense if you read that first.

"It's- It's good to see you... though?" And Dahlia can't help that her voice shrinks, when Irie suddenly towers over her like she never has before. That has changed too. Her height. She was always a bit taller than Dahlia but definitely not like this. Irie laughs, and it sounds much sharper and deeper than before. It's chilling. Dahlia backs away from her, suddenly intimidated. "Well, I can't say the same" ---- Dahlia finds herself at the edge of a dagger, a pair of icy blue eyes staring her down. She was only there to deliver a package. What she finds, however, is way more than she bargained for. A house full of odd individuals with peculiar abilities, and a former best friend- completely set on having her killed. Too bad this new change of personality is incredibly attractive. And don't get her started on the fire girl... Or, when the facility for the government's superheroes come face to face with their number one enemy. Except it's not their enemy, it's just Dahlia. The sweet young delivery worker who just happens to like women. Published 27.10.22 Completed 16.2.2023 Lesbian polyamory Superhero Sci-fi romance 🥇elemental powers 🥈supervillain 🥈gxg

Carter Jafir, son of Dieter and Crispin. He is in line to be the Alpha of the most feared werewolf pack on the coast. At 23 he has made a name for himself in the pack....the playboy. But underneath all that lies a boy afraid, sad, and lonely. A boy wanting nothing more than to be loved but is afraid no one will. Sloan Mickaya is an anomaly. Most of his family is. Being the first Tiger shifter in his pack full of lycans he naturally draws attention. Not only in his height but his strength and in his shifter form. He has never wanted anything more than Carter. For as long as he can remember Carter has been the keeper of his heart. Now that he knows they are mates, Sloan is more than ready to claim what is his... Will Carter stay set in his Playboy ways? Will he let Sloan in to see his saddest parts and let him love him? Will Sloan be able to save Carter's heart? Read to find out more! Alpha Series Book #3 All Rights Reserved

Book #2: The Mated Series Emitt Smith, one of a kind party animal with a knack for making people love him instantly. A sweetheart with a filthy mind, Emitt is loved by all, especially in his pack as the future Beta, living life in complete bliss except when it comes to a certain blonde guy. Beckett Stone, loyal friend with a heart of gold, adored by all of the female species, he's earned a reputation of a lovable jock. His sole purpose in life is to please his parents by being the amazing Beta they want him to be and to find his mate. Two packs merged, equaling two betas. How will they add up? Especially when they find out they're mates. (UNEDITED: READ AT YOUR OWN RISK)