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salt in the margins - kit connor by lostboytommy
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a summer writing retreat by the sea. you weren't looking for anyone. not really. just somewhere quiet to write, to ache, to not be watched. but then you meet him-kit. curled on a windowsill with a book in his lap and the kind of quiet in his eyes that feels like home. this is a story about soft boys and sea salt. about being seen. about the things we don't say until someone stays long enough to hear them. maybe it's not a love story. maybe it's a *truth* story. no need to be brave. just true.
between the songs - tom holland by lostboytommy
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on a too-loud london rooftop, two boys meet in the middle of their own silences. jamie-soft, grieving, unsure how to be looked at. tom-famous, tired, and aching to be seen without performance. what begins with barefoot dancing under fairy lights turns into something tender: coffees without cameras, shared lyrics scribbled on napkins, and the kind of closeness that doesn't ask for applause. but when the world catches up-blurry photos, breathless headlines-jamie has to decide if he's ready to be known, and tom has to choose if being seen is worth being real. a love story in second person. quiet. aching. true. for anyone who's ever wanted to fall in love when no one's watching.
Scars in Silence by RehanDreams
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Zayn was always "too much" - too fat, too soft, too quiet. Bullied at school, betrayed by fake friends, taunted even at home. One breakdown changed everything... now they call him weak. But they don't know what it took to survive this long. This is Zayn's story. And he's done being silent.
Through the Shadows and the Light [Harry Potter x Draco Malfoy] by stephenwestwrites
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In the hallowed halls of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, a rivalry as old as their first year takes an unexpected turn when Harry Potter and Draco Malfoy are forced to work together on an advanced Charms project. What begins as a reluctant collaboration evolves into a journey of self-discovery, vulnerability, and connection. As they navigate the complexities of their shared history and burgeoning feelings, the pair faces moments of profound understanding, public scrutiny, and personal transformation. Through trials and triumphs, their bond deepens, proving that love can emerge even in the unlikeliest of places. By the time they step onto the Hogwarts Express for the last time, Harry and Draco are no longer defined by their past antagonisms but by the strength of their commitment to each other and the future they will face together.
Frost and Shadow [Sebastian Sallow x Male MC] by stephenwestwrites
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Within the storied walls of Hogwarts, a tale of magic, love, and self-discovery unfolds. "Frost and Shadow" chronicles the journey of two young wizards from the House of Slytherin, bound by fate but divided by uncertainty. As they navigate the hallowed halls, they confront not just the wonders and dangers of magic, but the complexities of their own hearts. Amidst ancient enchantments and modern challenges, they find in each other an unexpected companionship that blossoms into a deep, forbidden love. This is a story of courage and connection, where the chill of fear and the warmth of affection lie in delicate balance, and where true magic lies not in incantations and spells, but in the bravery to embrace one's true self and the risk to love openly. Join them as they discover that the strongest enchantment of all is the bond that grows between them, a force that defies convention and whispers the promise of a future written in the stars.
I'm in Love with My Gym Bro [Heartstopper AU] by stephenwestwrites
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Set in a Heartstopper alternate universe (AU), Nick Nelson never thought his world could be turned upside down by someone he met at the gym. Confident, athletic, and sure of his identity, Nick is the kind of guy who thrives in his routines. But when he notices Charlie Spring, a shy yet bold newcomer to the gym, Nick can't help but feel drawn to him in a way he's never felt before. As their friendship grows through shared workouts and late-night chats, Nick finds himself questioning everything he thought he knew about himself. Charlie's warmth, humor, and determination to better himself stir something in Nick he can't quite name. For Charlie, Nick's unwavering support and playful confidence spark a sense of belonging he's been searching for. What starts as casual gym bro camaraderie soon deepens into a bond neither of them expected. But as feelings grow stronger, so do the challenges of navigating first loves, coming out, and learning to trust in one another. With moments that will make you laugh, swoon, and maybe even shed a tear, I'm in Love with My Gym Bro is a heartwarming story about the courage to embrace who you are and the joy of discovering love in the unlikeliest places. Packed with tender moments, playful banter, and the undeniable chemistry of two people falling for each other, this novel is perfect for readers who believe that love can grow in the spaces you least expect it-like the weight rack at your local gym.
The Town Where Memories Expire by whimsywave
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Every seven years, the town resets. Memories erased. Lives restarted. But when 17-year-old Lira wakes up days before the Reset with a torn note warning her not to trust her own mother, fragments begin to surface, memories she was never supposed to keep. Missing girls. Screaming birds. A fire no one talks about. As the countdown to Reset Day ticks closer, Lira must uncover the truth buried in silence... Before it disappears again.