Archer Maranda is pulled over for speeding, his reason? His wife's giving birth. Is he married with a kid? Absolute the fuck not. Does he have any money to pay the ticket? Absolute the fuck not. Does the cop who pulled him over need to know either of these things? Absolute the fuck not. The hospital has a lot of fatherless babies, he just had to find a room with one. There she was, Patti Carter, dark hair, tired eyes and a baby in her arms alone in a hospital room. Did he mean to fall in love with the lonely girl pretending to be his wife? Absolute the fuck not.

~I wish we could bind like the mist that drapes the shore The way the colors inside those droplets collide into one The way it's always red behind the fog that catches ones sight The way the blue beneath appears to be of endless depth Like an artist I'll paint every black streak white with you Like a lover I want to stain all yours shirts with the red of my lips Like a woman embodying a goddess I want to earse every hue that's blue Just let me love you ~ A collection of 50 poems about love, longing and adoration. {Ranked #1 in Poetry(352K books) 9/6/25}

Everybody at Fairview High knew that Kyle Konstantinov, the school's biggest flirt, and Nath Santos-Rodriguez, the football team's wide receiver and biggest mystery, were close. It was almost odd, the stark comparison between the bouncy, friendly junior and the tall, brooding senior. On paper, it shouldn't have worked. But something in Kyle evened out something in Nath, and despite having nothing in common, their personalities mixed like peanut butter and jelly. No one quite knows exactly how or when they came to be, but soon they became a well known concept, as if they had somehow merged the idea of one another into their own presence. They didn't have a label for whatever they were, they just were. Until one day, they weren't. Nath and Kyle aren't high schoolers anymore. They're in their twenties, secure in their lives, put their past behind them. Neither of them have talked to eachother since that day, both convincing themselves that there's no other option - not with betrayal that big, secrets that hidden, lies that oppressive. But by either a devious twist of fate or a stroke of second-chance luck, the universe decides to bring them back together. The paradox only begs the question: can something so strong ever truly be snuffed out? Or is a spark only ever going to light into flame?

Grass was green, the sky was blue, and Asher Chase hated Cas Jackson. The town's golden boy, Asher Chase had a perfect face, a perfect girlfriend, a perfect track record, and a perfect life. Or so it seemed. Cas Jackson was the complete opposite. Leather boots, smoke rings, a bad attitude, and defensive walls slammed up too high to reach, putting the two together was like pitting fire against fire. But when all comes to a head one drunken night, they might be each others only salvation. As the thin line between love and hate gets blurrier and blurrier, one thing gets clearer and clearer. Fate brought Asher and Cas together to bring everything to the surface. Now, will they be the saving grace in eachother' s narratives, or will they leave flames in their wake? #2 in pining 20/4/24 #4 in mlm 26/7/24 (cover made by @dorianrocci)

(Closed) The Awards solely dedicated to Poems and Poetry return. A predecessor to 'Tears, Blood, Ink-Poetry Contest'. Encouraging new poets to display their work and seasoned writers to give us another masterpiece. Every Word matters and every metaphor counts. Do you believe in yourself? Because I do. Do you dare let your ashes turn into your ink? Because I do. And if you do so, then consider participating. ______________________________________________ If you aren't familiar with system of my Awards, They're different from most contests in the following ways: 1) There's no need to participate in just a particular category, you just have register into the awards and your work will be judged. Their will be multiple categories and Awards, and your work will be given an award if it is the best fitting work for that particular Award among all the entries. 2) Poetry only-These are a Poetry exclusive Awards and only Poetry is allowed to be submitted. 3) A sole judge-The entries are going to be judged by me and the final decisions are mine. 4) Not particularly fancy or so-These Awards are minimal and is something I do because I feel there aren't enough contests highlighting just poetry instead they have poetry as an individual category. ______________________________________________ Submissions open till 1st October 2025 If you feel confused about anything please read the Awards once, if it doesn't help, feel free to reach out to me, I'd be more than happy to help. *YOUR PARTICIPATION MATTERS

Paxton Meyers is just a kid. He is supposed to be out with his friends causing trouble, instead he is trying his absolute best to stay out of it. He should not care what his four younger siblings are up to, yet he has to be the one keeping them safe. He ought to have a bright future in front of him, but somehow he doesn't even know if he will make it one more week. He deserves two loving parents, but he ended up with an alcoholic and a flake. Paxton's life is like being stuck barefoot in a room full of broken bottles. But what happens when Paxton meets someone who is willing to show him what true love, trust, and friendship is? Will Paxton be ready to let his walls down and have some fun for once in his life? Or has his past experiences already ruined any chance of future relationships to form? Can one boy really help Paxton pick up all the broken pieces and find an escape?

𓆩♡𓆪 ❝ 𝒔𝒘𝒆𝒆𝒕 𝒔𝒎𝒊𝒍𝒆𝒔, 𝒃𝒓𝒐𝒌𝒆𝒏 𝒃𝒐𝒏𝒆𝒔. 𝒎𝒖𝒓𝒎𝒖𝒓𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝒅𝒂𝒓𝒌 𝒅𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒎𝒔 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒔𝒊𝒍𝒌 𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒎 𝒔𝒆𝒄𝒓𝒆𝒕𝒔. 𝒘𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒆 𝒄𝒖𝒕𝒆𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝒎𝒆𝒆𝒕𝒔 𝒄𝒐𝒇𝒇𝒊𝒏 𝒈𝒍𝒂𝒎𝒐𝒖𝒓. ❞ 𓆩♡𓆪

Hispanic Heritage: A Tapestry of Cultures is an in-depth exploration of the civilizations, peoples, and traditions that have shaped Hispanic identity across centuries. From the achievements of the Maya, Aztec, Inca, and Taíno to the profound impact of Spanish colonization and African diasporic influences, this book uncovers the layered story of resilience, fusion, and cultural brilliance. Rather than offering a surface-level overview, Hispanic Heritage: A Tapestry of Cultures digs deeply into the complexities of history-examining Indigenous roots, the legacy of colonization, the enduring power of Afro-Latino communities, and the evolving debate over Hispanic and Latino identities. Written for adult readers who seek nuance and clarity, this book presents history not as a static past but as a living force, shaping music, art, language, food, and identity throughout the Americas. Whether you are celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, seeking to expand your knowledge, or looking to better understand the global reach of Hispanic culture, Hispanic Heritage: A Tapestry of Cultures serves as both a guide and a reflection on the resilience, beauty, and diversity of a people whose influence spans continents and centuries.

With his career on the line, Ashton takes a blockbuster role-only to find himself starring opposite his longtime rival, Ryker Cohen. But as tension turns to sparks, hate might not be the only thing burning between them. *** With Ashton's dying career, his last lifeline was accepting the lead role in a sureshot blockbuster. But the new role had a catch, and the catch had a name: Ryker Cohen, Ashton's sole archnemesis. Can Ashton act alongside the man he has spent years despising? Will he give in to the hate? Or will Ryker's soft touch melt Ashton's stone cold heart? *** "You're crazy," Ashton whispered. "Yes," Ryker continued. "For you." "No. You're just crazy. Period." *** [mxm] [marked mature for sexual content]