Kraven's Silent Symphony (Part 1) is a heartfelt coming-of-age story about quiet love, self-discovery, and the strength of bonds that don't need words to surviveinted in his own life-academically weak, directionless, and unsure of his worth. Surrounded by friends who care but don't fully understand him, Kraven drifts through school until the arrival of Claire, a brilliant and composed new student, ignites something he never knew existed within him. Claire is everything Kraven is not-focused, admired, and effortlessly successful. Inspired by her presence, he begins a silent transformation, pushing himself beyond his limits, rising from the bottom to the top. Yet his greatest challenge isn't academics-it's finding the courage to speak to her. Words fail him, emotions overwhelm him, and silence becomes his language. An unexpected outlet emerges through comics-simple sketches that carry his feelings when his voice cannot. What begins as a hobby soon becomes a bridge, drawing laughter, friendships, and eventually Claire herself closer to him. But admiration attracts jealousy, and past grudges resurface in dangerous ways. Betrayal, manipulation, and a cruel test of character threaten to destroy everything Kraven has built. As years pass, exams, pandemics, separations, and changing paths test their bond. When the moment finally arrives for truths to be spoken, fate intervenes with devastating force, forcing Kraven to make the ultimate sacrifice-one that defines love not as possession, but as protection. This is not a story about confession. It is a story about becoming. About friendships that endure. About love that stays silent yet eternal. Some bonds don't fade with distance. They echo forever. Parts 2, 3, 4, 5: Coming soon.

When you meet your online boyfriend in real life and expect him to be the exact same person, but he's not and now what would you do? Hope Liam is a college student dedicated to graduating as a teacher, a very good teacher, she has been nothing but great at her job, and her sincere dedication has secured her a job in a prestigious school before her graduation until an intruder intrudes her senses through an online message through an online messaging platform called "Tethr" Will her life finally take a turn and be exciting or will she ignore and pursue her only dream of becoming a teacher? _______________ For Alexander Reynolds, the have it all! Life has been nothing but luxury, never been a day that passed without fancy food or good drink until he was introduced to a world of need by the hardworking teacher through an online messaging platform called "Tethr" She has been revolting his thoughts and his feelings, for she gave hope to things that he never knew existed, and he was in for a ride of rocky roads, but the only problem is that she, was unlike others, is very stubborn. Will he be able to crack her fortress?

✨First Place + Grand Winner of ONC 2025✨ (thank you!) In the wake of her estranged mother's death, Maricel Ferrer returns to her childhood home to confront the dark secrets she left behind. 🪞 Maricel has spent years trying to forget the house she grew up in - the house where her mother's mental health slowly unraveled. But after receiving unexpected news, she has no choice but to return. The old fears should be gone, just like her childhood "imaginary friend" who liked to appear in her reflection. At first, it's easy to dismiss the strange occurrences: a flicker in the glass, a movement that doesn't quite match hers. But then the reflection smiles when she doesn't. Moves when she's still. Whispers things she doesn't want to hear. By the time Maricel realizes the truth - that the thing in the mirror has been waiting for her return - it's too late. Because now, it wants out. And it wants to take her place. ONC 2025 | Exclusively on Wattpad Prompt 55: What if the person you see in the mirror isn't really you, but something that's been watching you this whole time? Prompt 105: Your childhood imaginary friend, who disappeared years ago, suddenly returns - only this time, they're real. © 2025 Darly Jamison. All Rights Reserved. This work is protected under international copyright laws.

[WATTY WINNER - NOW PUBLISHED ✨ Find it on Amazon and in local bookstores!] Noah Archer dates girls for two weeks and then moves on-but none of his exes seem to mind. Skyler Fox can't figure it out. When her best friend becomes Noah's latest "victim," Sky decides it's time to expose him. Her plan? Be the next girl he dates. Charming and confident, Noah accepts Sky's unexpected dating proposal. Beneath his reputation, Noah is searching for something real, driven by a secret. Each short-lived relationship is his way of chasing a connection before it's too late. Sky sets out to expose Noah, but the closer she gets, the more she starts to question her motives... and her heart. As their two weeks unfold and Noah's secrets begin to surface, Sky is forced to confront the one question she never expected: can she be the one to break his two-week streak? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ For fans of contemporary, humorous, clean teen romance by Beth Reekles, Sarah Dessen, and Jenny Han comes a debut YA novel about uncovering secrets, challenging first impressions, and discovering that love-and people-are far more complicated than they seem.

[This story is free as of February 10, 2021] "Move over A Walk to Remember, and make way for one of the most heartwarming stories this side of Wattpad. It's so cute, I could cry (again)." - Grace @ HQ After tragedy strikes, Nolan loses all faith and never expects to love, let alone smile again until Nora-perky and persistent-walks into his life. ***** 15-year-old Nolan Haynes has everything. A loving family, a promising future as a filmmaker, and a pretty cool group of friends. That is until tragedy strikes and he's forced to move towns. Nolan vows never to let anyone in ever again-they always leave. But on a summer day two years later, when the super upbeat, Nora walks to his lunch table-Nolan has to try a bit harder to keep a smile off his face. Little does he know that Nora is fighting a battle of her own, one that no one could even imagine. And as the two get closer, they not only find solace in each other but in God. When Nolan is faced with a situation in which he has to break Nora's trust to protect her, can their budding relationship still stand and will God show up in all of this? [[word count: 80,000-90,000 words]] Content and/or Trigger Warning: This story contains scenes of verbal and physical abuse that may be triggering for some readers. NOTICE: Before the Morning is currently undergoing revisions! A sensitivity reader (someone who goes through your manuscript and assesses representations in your work) identified a number of issues surrounding the Filipino representation in BTM. I'm rewriting with the goal of creating a more authentic and respectful story. I'm sorry for the pain I caused by failing to include accurate Filipino culture and in having written from Nora's point of view.

The only things Daya Hartley is worried about is buying a car and spending time with her sister, Indy, and her best-non-blood-related-friend, Romeo. But things get a little complicated after a game of Seven Minutes in Heaven.

[watty's longlist 2018] Elisa Robinson has only one thing on her Summer to-do list: Go to Jamaica with her best friend. But after an ignorant tweet sent in the heat of the moment, her parents threaten to make her get a job so she could see life through a different set of eyes. Elisa was against the idea until she realized it was kind of perfect. If she stayed home, she could keep an eye on Adam, her boyfriend. She knew they were drifting a part and leaving the country might not improve things. So instead of sunbathing on an island, Elisa was scooping ice cream for rowdy kids. The only thing keeping her sane was her co-worker, Julian. He was the polar opposite of Adam and served as the perfect distraction from her failing relationship. An innocent friendship soon turns to something more as Elisa spends more and more time with Julian. Is it just a rebound or is she really falling for him?

Jade Harris needs money for college. Nolan Chambers needs a ticket out of Bellcreek. The unlikely pair come together to fool their classmates into thinking they're a love sick couple to obtain the grand prize for prom king and queen-a college scholarship and a trip to Europe. It'd be easy if everyone didn't think Jade cheated on her ex. It'd be even easier if Nolan wasn't an unbearable grump. Regardless of the odds being against them they don't give up, desperate to win the prize. Or maybe there's something else keeping them from throwing in the towel... TW: Death of a parent, slut shaming

When her favorite bakery is at risk of being shut down, Charm Cunningham takes it upon herself to save it with the help of the bakery's newest (and annoyingly cute) employee. [watty's shortlist 2022]

Waverly Davidson would rather be lost in a book than helping her mom plan weddings all summer. Stephen Davis would cut off his right arm if it would get him away from his mom and future stepfather. When their paths cross at a festival there's an undeniable instant attraction between them, but none if it matters when Waverly finds out Stephen had been lying to her the whole night. Waverly might not give second chances, but Stephen doesn't back down easily and he's determined to win her over. Even if it takes all summer.