Ned and Sam won't talk about their first kiss. But when Ned gets stood up on a date and tries to prove his worth by stealing a famous local relic, Sam has to step in, forcing them both to uncover family secrets that could make or break their relationship for good. # It's been three years since Ned and Sam had their first kiss-three whole years that they've been ignoring it and continuing on as best friends. The day before Christmas Eve, they both find themselves going on separate dates. But Ned getting stood up sends him on a wild adventure as he struggles to prove his worth, unearthing family secrets along the way that both separate and bind the boys together. Ned and Sam's story proves that one night really can change everything. But will their friendship grow stronger, or will these secrets put a fracture in their bond that they can't repair? # If you like stories about second chances at love, lawn gnomes, and the sacred art of running scared, you'll love Ned Gets Stood Up, a gay teen romance with a fun cast of lovable characters. Think Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist meets Love Actually. 💕Childhood friends to lover 🤣 Romantic Comedy 🔥 An Epic Quest 🌈 Be gay do crimes

Ziri Meziani does not want friends. Born to an unremarkable town in southern England, Ziri spends most of his time in his head. His parents and his therapist tell him that he "shouldn't spend so much time alone", but to Ziri, other people are an inconvenience at best and a threat at worst. Unfortunately, Miles Hoàng is committed to getting on his nerves. GENRE: coming of age, teen bxb romance TROPES: the boy next door, reluctant lovers, tutoring COMP TITLES: The Perks of Being A Wallflower, The Black Flamingo featured in Wattpad: BxB Pride Spotlight featured in Wattpad: Written With Pride 2023 AMBY AWARDS WINNER in teen fiction featured in Ambassadors: Rainbow Fiction featured in Teen Fiction: LGBTQIAP+ Teens featured in lgbtq: BoyxBoy (YA) featured in FreeTheLGBT: Diverse Literature featured in StoriesUndiscovered: Tales Of The Heart featured in YaRomance: Unforgettable Firsts

When businessman Nao stumbles upon an injured Siren, Caboose, he takes it upon himself to heroically bring her back to health. But he didn't bank on his accidental marriage to the Siren... or dealing with a dangerous organization that's hunting her down. Season 1 of Washed Ashore *** Finding an injured Siren in the back alley wasn't on Nao Kazuki's to-do list. Feeling particularly heroic, he takes it upon himself to save her and house her in his bathtub until she's healed. If only things could've stayed that simple, right? When Nao and the Siren, Caboose, find themselves bound to each other by an accidental force, they're desperate to find a way to break the bond, even if it means taking a journey across the world to get it done. But travelling with the Siren won't be easy, especially when the organization that captured her won't rest until they find her once again. During their mission Nao finds himself growing feelings for Caboose, despite her sassy and difficult nature... and the fact she's a fish. As their chemistry grows stronger, they're forced to question just how much they're willing to risk for each other, and if their love can survive impossible circumstances. *** Weekly updates on Mondays. Wait & read for free, or unlock with coins-the choice is yours!

Avery's senior year is turned upside down when a kiss with her older brothers' best friend ignites a forbidden relationship tangled in danger, heartbreak, and family secrets that could destroy everything. *** "Aiden..." I shake my head, eyes fixed anywhere but the gorgeous man next to me. His hand grips my chin tightly, just enough to make me avert my eyes to his. "You know you want this as much as I fucking do. I want you to be mine. I want to be the one to hold you and kiss you the one you go to whenever you're happy or fucking sad. But let it be me, let me fucking show you that it should be me." He glares, jaw tensing. ...... ©hessaherophinelove

After a big rift in high school, Hajime Iwaizumi and Tōru Oikawa thought their friendship was permanently broken. For the rest of their teenage years, the childhood best friends no longer spoke to each other, and distance only continued to pull them apart. Five years later, Iwaizumi is working as a struggling bartender in Tokyo. Money is tight, but he makes ends meet. Oikawa is a retired volleyball player, but his presence still covers every billboard and magazine that you can possibly find. In the eyes of the world, Oikawa is Japan's star athlete. Iwaizumi is a nobody... or so it seems. It is just a regular Friday night for Iwaizumi, heading home from his shift. Well, it began as a regular Friday night until he finds Oikawa, drunk and passed out in front of his apartment. It isn't the reunion Iwaizumi expected, but perhaps, this is what he's been waiting for. [sorta-AU / fluff / angst / new adult novel]

When Alexis agrees to help the school's player, she must guard the secret that could unravel everything - even as unexpected feelings complicate the game. *** What happens when Alexis Dawson, the 'resident loser' of Redwood High, agrees to help the school's notorious player, Aaron Walker? How can she stop herself from falling for him? It isn't all love and romance - Alexis has a secret of her own. Join them on a journey of jealousy, betrayal, trust, friendship, and love. A little favour just got a whole lot more complicated. *** He was so close, his breath hit my lips. His eyes darted from my eyes to my lips. I stared intently, awaiting his next move. His lips fell near my ear. "Shut up and kiss me" He whispered roughly. A chill shot up my spine. I pulled back, staring at his eyes and leaned in...