Haley Marin thought her life couldn't get anymore complicated than becoming friends with Rosewood's it-girl Alison DiLaurentis, but when the blonde beauty turns up dead, Haley begins to see that life without Alison was only the beginning. And secrets, no matter how small, never stay buried for long. *REVISED VERSION AVAILABLE* Bury A Friend is an updated version of this story with some changes I'm happier with so check that out!

YB X SAWEETIE STORY.

Detroit has always been the type of city that carries its own unique name with pride. Full of nonstop hustlers who move with dignity, each chasing their own dream. Trevon Gardner is one of them: a rapper finally gaining real attention, trying to turn his talent into the life he's been chasing forever. Xamira Evans is a gifted cosmetologist with her own blueprint, living life to the fullest. Their worlds don't usually collide...until one unexpected moment changes everything. Now they have to face the consequences. Will it bring them together, or tear them apart?

Sabian 'Sire the Don' Savage is in the prime of his career, as his music is reigning on the top of the charts and the media will do anything to get close to the mogul. While in the public eye he has everything a man could want, a flourishing career, a beautiful woman, and the music world in his palm - behind closed doors things are much different. From the greed, lies, and the pretending he's constantly surrounded by, Sabian finds himself wanting to break away from the pressure within the industry. However that doesn't seem like an option when everyone is depending on him, and instead Sabian battles with not only himself but those around him. That's until Sabian meets a carefree dancer by the name of Kadence Davine, a superstar on the dance floor and literally the party everywhere she goes. The two are clearly opposites, as Kadence strives off of pressure in order to be the best, and the best she's destined to be. With that being said, Kadence is only committed to one thing - the dance floor; and she makes that clear as she breaks a few hearts on the way to the top. So what happens when Sabian, also known as Sire the Don gives her the opportunity of a life time? A tale of love and fame. Follow Sabian and Kadence as they find it impossible to conquer both their dreams and each other's hearts; And no matter how much they don't want to fall under the pressure, their chemistry is undeniable. Sabian is willing to risk it all for Kadence, however is she willing to do the same? Or is a chance at the top a little more sweeter....than a chance at love?

𝐓𝐨 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐟, 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭'𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞.

Formerly known as "Just A Kiss." If you want to familiarize yourself with this story before reading, please go take a look at "Shorts," a book with short stories based on and inspired by songs. "Loving him was easy. Learning to love herself was the real story." Let's follow Karmine, a young woman trying to make sense of who she's becoming while facing the realities of her upbringing. From schoolhouse drama and dealing with abandonment to the quiet battles she fights within herself, Karmine had to grow up quickly-learned to wear strength like armor. But then there's him-the one person who's always there, no matter how messy things get. Him, his presence, are reminders that she doesn't have to face everything alone. He loves her loudly even when the world is silent. Love isn't just about grand gestures, but about the quiet moments that remind you you're still worth living. Karmine begins to see that healing doesn't always mean being unbroken. As she learns to open up and find her place in the world, she discovers that growing up simply means learning to love yourself just as loudly as someone else loves you.

Allure lightly chuckled, "Cmon Moo, you know you don't like girls like me."

"𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐟 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐤𝐧𝐞𝐰, 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐛𝐞 𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐥𝐢𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐞?"

"I'll play you." Kross challenged with a serious expression on his face, smoothly twirling the basketball on his pointer finger. "For what?" Amiko sighed heavily, a bored look on her face, crossing her arms over her chest, tapping her foot repeatedly on the ground. "𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭."

There's so many positive 4 letter words: Love Like Hope Care Life Then there's negative: Hate Evil Dead For once in her life Desdemona wanted to hear negative. The word in itself: Negative. Instead she heard positive. Her whole world came tumbling down when she found out she was positive for HIV/AIDS. She just wants to experience that four letter word, that thing called: L O V E