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He Says He's Just A Friend by jms777
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Emmet and Clay did not meet on the best of terms, but that doesn't stop them from becoming fast friends. As their bond grows stronger, they will do whatever it takes to maintain this new friendship. Even though that may not be all that either of them wants. After years of living in a conservative southern town, Emmett has developed a hard shell that is not easily pierced. It's gotten even more difficult since breaking up with his first serious boyfriend left him feeling devastated and betrayed. Then a new friend comes along to peel back all the layers of protection, making Emmett feel happy again, and perhaps making him feel something more. The loss of his father at a young age left Clay with severe anxiety. His girlfriend says he's emotionally distant - because he is. Clay never gave much thought to his sexuality. He started dating because all his friends were, and although his relationships never seem to work out, he continues to try, because that's what's expected. The steady track he's been traveling is suddenly upended when he becomes enamored with a boy he just met. Now Clay has to figure out what he wants and how far he's willing to go to get it.
Love, Summer(boyxboy) by Jadore_Moi
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In this vibrant city where dreams and danger collide, King and Reign's worlds intertwine. King, a rising basketball star escaping a tumultuous past, crosses paths with Reign, an unapologetically ambitious soul seeking his place in the world. A magnetic connection sparks a summer romance that unfolds with an intensity neither could anticipate. Amidst the chaos, a traumatic event binds them closer, forcing King to confront a side of himself long suppressed. But, when danger creeps into King's life, it's Reign who finds himself caught in the crossfire, making a fateful choice to protect the one he loves. This is a tale of love, self-discovery, and the delicate dance between societal expectations and personal authenticity. As King grapples with identity, Reign serves as a constant reminder to "live for you." In a world where choices define destiny, their story unfolds with a rawness that lingers, inviting you to delve into the secrets and scars beneath the surface. This is a story about 2 male characters with gay/bisexual subject matter. This is warning so if that makes you uncomfortable, please do not read. Thank you
The Mess We Made by PedroLSantiago
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Elliot and Mason have been best friends since childhood, Elliot is the younger of the two and is your typical nerdy boy. He is the head of the school robotics club; He's also gay and sometimes gets bullied for it. Luckily he always has his best friend Mason by his side; Mason is straight, popular, and on the school's hockey team. It's a miracle they're even friends with how different they are, but they somehow make it work. All that comes to a crash when on a drunken night, after a Halloween party, they both wake up nude in bed together. They don't remember much of anything, but it's obvious that they hooked up. They both freak out, Mason most of all. Now the question is, How will they navigate The Mess They Made... ⚠️ TW: Mentions of Bullying, Homophobia, Strong Language, and Mentions of Self Harm. 𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗞 𝗠𝗜𝗟𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗡𝗘𝗦 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗦!! - Book completed April 19th, 2025 - Completed Editing June 14, 2025 - Ranked #1 in #HockeyPlayer (May 31st, 2025) - Ranked #1 in #Touching (June 5th, 2025) - Ranked #1 in #MalexMale (June 17th, 2025) - Ranked #1 in #FriendsToLovers (July 27th, 2025) - Ranked #1 in #BestFriends (July 30th, 2025) - Ranked #1 in #BxBLove (August 5th, 2025) - New original book cover, May 19th, 2025
Innocently Stolen (wlw) by ChaoticallySweet
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Elowyn Gray likes her world quiet, predictable, and safe. As an autistic young woman who builds her life around routine, she's never expected-or wanted-anything to change. But when a chance encounter with the enigmatic CEO Ms. Monroe sends a flicker through her carefully guarded calm, Elowyn finds herself crossing paths with the woman again and again. Warmth becomes confusion. Distance becomes awareness. And every accidental brush of hands sends an unfamiliar thrill through her, making her unsure if she should explore it a little further... or run away completely.
The Trial Period by ASMorrow
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This is a FREE story with PAID bonus chapters. Lizzie and Parker couldn't be more opposite, except for their inability to sustain romantic relationships. They can't stand each other - but when they take on the challenge to date for thirty days to fix their horrible dating habits, the line between fake and real starts to blur... ***** Lizzie's relationships have never lasted a week. Parker's have never lasted more than two. But being dating disasters might be the only thing they have in common. Tired of their constant fighting, a mutual friend challenges them to date each other for thirty days. What they didn't expect was for the trial period to be so sweet. [[word count: 100,000-150,000 words]] Cover designed by Adam Budny
You All Over Me [BxB] by chroniclesoftatiana
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"Sooner or later, you'll fall for me, too." Theodore bursts into laughter. "I don't know where your confidence is coming from." Jacob chuckles and says, "I just know." And then it catches Theodore off guard when Jacob adds, "We should be making out right now." Theodore swallows and looks him in the eye. "We should." "And I should be undressing you at this very moment," he continues, "We could stay up all night with our hands on each other and just... forget everything." ****** Meet Jacob and Theodore, the polar opposites within a tight-knit circle of the most esteemed members of society. Jacob, reserved and hard to read, isn't exactly Theodore's biggest fan-unlike everyone else, who's head over heels for the golden boy. However, as they navigate their way through law school, they trip over a connection that sparks a lowkey romance, catching both of them by surprise. Content warning: Physical assault, homophobia, mental health, strong language, sexual content Started: September 21, 2023 Ended: January 9, 2024 Revised: June 1, 2025 - June 28, 2025
The Perfect Match by Palabras26
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Jason West Larson is a victim of bullying ever since the beginning of middle school. He is an emotional boy, shy at first, and doesn't talk much. At a young age, jason and his sister Emma were tossed into the foster care system due to family issues. Jason is very close to his sister, after going through everything alongside each other. They were placed with a middle aged couple that is as cold as ice towards Jason and his sister. Ever since then, Jason has been dealing with bullies, family issues, and a boy named Flynn Kessler. Flynn is a all around good student, very handsome, and a popular football athlete. Flynn and Jason have a very complicated relationship, due to past experiences. A little time, and they have grown and changed in ways unimaginable. What will consist of these two boys? Will they be able to find themselves together, becoming "The Perfect Match?"
Claustrophobia (BxB) ✔ by sweetcaressesofmay
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''Ian Romero, the person I hate the most in the whole wide world. He turned the entire school against me, and then just left me alone in the hell he created.'' There's no one Cody Walker hates more than Ian Romero, who is the reason he has been bullied for years. Cody thought things would be different in university, but turns out there won't be just his three bullies, but also Ian, who he hasn't seen in years. Ian, who doesn't understand how far-reaching consequences his actions have had, is baffled by the deep hatred Cody has towards him. They become enemies, and piece by piece the truth behind Cody's actions starts to clarify to Ian.. CW: bullying, violence 2021 (original)
Accidental Family by Tiffany-_42
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Jett, a passionate artist, and Ake, a calculating CEO, have built a life of art, love, and carefully scheduled routines. But their quiet world is turned upside down when a distant relative drops off Min - a spirited little boy who needs more than just care, he needs a home. Ake insists this is not their problem. Jett, guided by his heart, disagrees. Forced to navigate sleepless nights, mischievous days, and the chaos of sudden parenthood, they begin to discover that family isn't always planned - sometimes, it's accidental. As the three of them navigate rumors, custody battles, and their own fears, one thing becomes clear: love is louder than any obstacle. In a world where the lines between responsibility and desire blur, can a CEO and an artist become the fathers Min deserves... before life pulls him away?
Boys of West Denton | bxb ✓ by Olivaughn
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WATTYS 2023 SHORTLIST | WATTYS 2023 FANS CHOICE AWARDS NOMINEE Initially looking for nothing more than a feelings-free summer fling before college, reckless Harris McCammon and anxious Seb Krause might have stumbled into more than they bargained for. --------------------------------- When a graduation party takes a risky turn, Harrison McCammon finds himself in the passenger seat of Sebastian Krause's truck. When the two virtual strangers agree to begin a friends with benefits kind of situation, neither expect anything more than maybe a fun situationship before they leave for college. But as their casual entanglement turns into something slightly more, the two of them are forced to push down their real thoughts on this non-relationship. Add in sketchy ex-boyfriends, concerned parents, and a small dash of existential dread, there's no such thing as no strings attached. TW: underaged substance abuse; mentions of/attempted SA; (fade to black/non-explicit) sex; homophobic figures/abandonment; hospitalisation ^that sounds like a lot, wow, i'm sorry, it's ... it's mainly fluff ---ONC Ambassadors Round 2 Pick, 2023---