𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐩 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐬𝐦𝐮𝐭𝐭 𝐖𝐀𝐑𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆: 𝐍𝐎𝐓 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐞𝐚𝐤!!! 𝐞𝐧𝐣𝐨𝐲 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐥𝐢𝐥 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤 𝐟𝐮𝐜𝐤𝐬

Trigger warnings: Eating disorders, body dysmorphia, self-harm, family abuse, internalized homophobia, self-hatred. KK Arnold has always known who she is on the court-leader, fighter, UConn's fastest rising star. The pressure of being a high-profile athlete never rattled her, until the day she's assigned to help plan a student-athlete charity event and ends up paired with Aria Rivera, a flyer on the university cheer team. Aria is soft-spoken, almost invisible in conversation. With her straightened black hair cascading over vintage baby tees, a silver belly ring peeking out from her low-rise jeans, and a wardrobe that looks like it was thrifted straight out of 2003, Aria carries herself like she knows she's hot. But KK notices what others miss: the way Aria never finishes her food, the tense silence when people talk about families, the way she never changes in front of teammates, always tugging at her sleeves or hiding behind hoodies. Aria's been trying to survive in silence. Since coming out, her family hasn't spoken to her. Her reflection feels like a war zone. Some days, eating feels like a punishment. Some nights, the shame is loud enough to leave marks. She's learned how to perform happiness-on the mat, in her clothes, in the way she kisses her friends on the cheek and posts pink emojis-but inside, she's unraveling. KK sees through the sparkle. She's drawn to Aria in a way she can't explain. What starts with shared coffee breaks and late-night event planning turns into tentative conversations, long drives with music too loud. KK wants to hold her through it all-to kiss her belly ring when Aria flinches at her own stomach, to protect her when she can't protect herself. But Aria's walls are high, and KK is used to fixing things with hustle and willpower. This? This is different. This is tender and terrifying. And when a photo of them holding hands after a game goes viral, the bubble they've built threatens to burst.

Through Her Eyes follows Juju Watkins, a rising star at USC, and Simone Blake, a charismatic actress cast in a basketball movie filming on campus. Tasked with preparing for her role, Simone-who knows nothing about the sport-is assigned to shadow Juju. Their dynamic starts off tense, with Simone's carefree and playful attitude clashing with Juju's intense focus and no-nonsense approach. As their time together stretches beyond the court, their initial friction gives way to unguarded conversations and moments of understanding. Beneath the spotlight of their respective worlds, they discover that fame, pressure, and expectation have left them both searching for something more authentic. This is a story of unlikely connections, self-discovery, and the power of seeing-and being seen-for who you truly are.

Second Chances follows JuJu Watkins and Sloane Carter, two elite college basketball players who fall for each other while leading USC to glory. Sloane, transferring from UCLA after a public breakup with ex-girlfriend Kiki Rice, finds healing and strength in JuJu-whose quiet intensity and fierce loyalty pull her from heartbreak into something deeper. As rumors swirl and cameras catch intimate moments, the two keep their relationship private but powerful, letting their love shine through every pass, glance, and game-winning shot. Together, JuJu and Sloane become legends-on and off the court. Second Chances is a story of resilience, love, and owning your truth, no matter who's watching.

when juju's childhood friend joins her to play at usc, only thing is a secret is being kept from the public... sequel called "be like us" check that out pls 💕 jujuxoc

Skyla and Judea have been friends since birth. But will complicated feelings get in the way of a true friendship, or will it lead to bonded hatred? Find out the truth. *this is only my second book so please bare with me. it does progressively get better, i promise*