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Favorite Friend by writing00introvert
Favorite Friend
writing00introvert
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Two childhood best friends. One accidental kiss. A summer that changes everything. *** Felipe Rivera has a problem. Several problems, really; as if his anxiety disorder and his strained relationship with his father weren't enough, he's also been in love with his best friend for as long as he can remember. Now that it's their last summer together before they go to separate colleges and leave the suburb they grew up in behind, he's determined to keep his feelings for Aaron bottled up. However, things quickly move beyond his control, and what was supposed to be a summer like every other turns out to be something that might just put their friendship to the ultimate test. Content warnings for themes of anxiety/mental health issues and recreational drug use
The Bad Boy and the Other Bad Boy by badbloom
The Bad Boy and the Other Bad Boy
badbloom
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The last time I'd seen him shirtless was years ago when we were still friends - before puberty. I was so focused on his body that I didn't move when he lowered his shirt. I froze at the same time he did, his eyes meeting mine. --------- Jax Wilson and Rocco Denver are like fire on fire - only bad things could come out of their rivalry and deep-rooted hatred for each other. When Rocco disappears, Jax is convinced he is up to nothing good. But when he does find him, it only leads to more questions. Who is he looking for, Rocco or himself? Will he find either, even if it means leaving everything safe behind?
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On Thin Ice by hipstateasee
On Thin Ice
hipstateasee
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COMPLETED [boyxboy] After his religious mother kicks him out for being gay, Elijah Ellis moves in with his father, where his step-mother, step-brother, and half-sister also welcome him. Elijah aspires to continue doing what he loves and play hockey for his new school, but his past hookup with the closeted hockey captain, Fox Ridley, complicates things. While Elijah just wants to get through the season unscathed, Fox is hellbent on hating him. Elijah is unsure whether he will ever overcome Fox's hatred, or if he will remain on thin ice. ~171k words
Miller's son [BoyxBoy] by EnjoyingTheRide
Miller's son [BoyxBoy]
EnjoyingTheRide
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Sabien, a miller's son, is not entirely happy with his life. Despite his young age he feels miserable most of the time. Can one stranger change it all and turn his whole life over? ...story of unexpected love between two men, one unloved and one unloving.
Golden by xgiannx
Golden
xgiannx
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For as long as Ian could remember, Noah Rivera has always been the enemy. That one person better than him in every single aspect: Noah was more popular, a lot smarter, and most importantly president of the student council - a position that Ian has wanted ever since he joined Merrol Hines Academy. So when Noah shows interest in Ian he doesn't waste a second to pretend the feelings are mutual, not afraid to cross boundaries when it comes to getting what he wants. What starts out as a game sparked by an old rivalry soon turns into dangerous play when one of them catches feelings. And before he knows Ian's caught up in his own schemes against Noah, and there's no getting out. Highest ranking: #1 in bxb | #1 in lgbtfiction
Emery [bxb] by MishMishYouIsFine
Emery [bxb]
MishMishYouIsFine
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Shy Emery and playboy Brandon grow up together. #10 - mxm | May 3, 2021 #67 - romance | May 25, 2021 #11 - doctor | June 2, 2021 #11 - doctors | June 2, 2021 #1 - friends | June 3, 2021 #1 - friendstolovers | June 3, 2021 #4 - bl | June 14, 2021 #1 - boylove | June 14, 2021 #23 - bestfriends | June 26, 2021 #23 - bestfriend | June 26, 2021 #10 - cute | July 17, 2021 #1 - childhood | August 20, 2021 #1 - boyxboyromance | January 7, 2022 #2 - gaylove | January 19, 2022 #1 - bromance | March 7, 2022 #1 - love | May 26, 2022 #4 - gay | May 26, 2022 #1 - friendship | September 28, 2022 #11 - bxblove | December 6, 2022
Then He Smiled [BoyxBoy] by DancesWithTheDevil
Then He Smiled [BoyxBoy]
DancesWithTheDevil
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Kaiden has been attending the same boarding school for the past two years. Ever since the first night he fell asleep in his dorm, he'd been experiencing the worst possible nightmare. When he meets a boy named Fin, things get even more complicated. Especially when he becomes the only thing Kaiden looks forward to.
Tone Deaf by TheQuinnEvans
Tone Deaf
TheQuinnEvans
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Devon Pine and Kyle Carter are two of the biggest stars of their generation. They have sold millions of records each and have girls chasing them from all around the world. They're also sworn enemies; each others' biggest competition. They've never met, but aware of the other's success, and are determined to beat each other in the game. However, when the two boys finally meet, the rivalry is forgotten. They get along instantly, and become fast friends. In no time, the world recognizes them as pop music's favorite bromance and everyone loves them as such. They do everything together, and it makes girls squeal even more knowing that their two favorite heartthrobs are best friends. But as both of their careers continue to grow and the friendship starts to grow into something more, something deeper, something neither of them expected, there doesn't seem to be a place in the industry for a relationship like theirs and they struggle to figure out which is more important - their love for music or their love for each other.
Knockout Boys by ssh0le
Knockout Boys
ssh0le
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Not every kid starts high school in sophomore year. Then again, not every kid is a scrawny gay nerd named Rocky Apollo living in Bum Ass Nowhere, USA. Not every kid has to put up with constant bullying from a childhood friend. As if that weren't enough, Rocky has caught the attention of the volatile school bully, who makes him an offer he can't refuse. Help him pass his classes, and he'll teach Rocky to fight. COVER BY LUCAS @LukFrh [Final edits made: April 2017] tw: bullying, violence, language, dark themes
Gravity [BXB] [COMPLETED] by OminouslyAnonymous
Gravity [BXB] [COMPLETED]
OminouslyAnonymous
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*Completed* "It was as if he was the sun and I was the Earth. Gravity pulled me toward him, but my fear of getting burned kept me at a distance." Collin King is getting his first taste of fame, but he's not sure he likes it. The music industry controls everything. His music. His personality. His image. His dates. He's sick of it. With the looming deadlines for his next hit single fast approaching, Collin is losing his words. How can he write a song when his inspiration died with his freedom? How can he write when he has no one to write about. Well... that's where Dominik Darling comes in. *Warning. This is a boy×boy novel. If you don't like it, don't read it.* *Started on December 25th* *Finished on February 11th* *#90 in Short Story - 01/24/18* *#78 in Short Story - 01/28/18* *#71 in Short Story - 01/29/18* *#55 in Short Story - 02/01/18* *#48 in Short Story - 02/09/18* *#45 in Short Story - 02/10/18* *#43 in Short Story - 02/24/18* *#11 in Short Story - 03/10/18*