To Kade Sanford Black, falling for his best friend Xanthie Lorenz, a serious and drop-dead handsome songwriter, was a line he did not want to cross. Knowing all too well the huge possibility of losing the only person who could see through him, he took a step back and put a distance to sustain their friendship - especially since Xanthie is soon to marry. Will Kade be able to hold back his feelings until he sees Xanthie married? Or will he finally have the courage to confess his feelings...and risk losing the only friend he has? WARNING: This story contains depictions of suicide, self-harm, and mental health crises that may be upsetting for some readers. Any depictions of mental health issues herein are not meant as a replacement for medical care. If you or someone you know deals with similar issues, they should seek the help of a medical professional. Reader discretion is advised. If you or someone you know in the U.S. is contemplating suicide, please encourage them to call 988 or visit 988lifeline.org. For international resources, please visit: http://www.suicide.org/hotlines/international-suicide-hotline s.html CECELIB | C.C. Cover by Ren Tachibana

People call Ember Nile Calderon a lot of things. Sometimes it's the Huntress, Queen of Arrows, the Archeress, or the Lonely Wolf. Those she don't mind. After all, she's one of the most decorated archers of her time. She's a two-time defending champion for Archery World Cup and World Archery Championships for recurve and compound, and she's also a two-time Olympic gold medalist. But lately, some of the names she's being called are getting on her nerves. The NBSB, the frigid snob, the unlikable bitch, the passionless princess, the woman who'll end up marrying her arrow since it's the only "stick" that she will ever see in her life. The media and the people keep on branding her as an undesirable woman. It's infuriating but she doesn't care, however, her agent and her sponsors do. "Dear universe, ang unang lalaking lalapit sa akin ngayong gabi ay hahalikan ko." Alcohol and frustration is not a good combination. In a poor-lit bar, with drinks that are too many to count, she found herself challenging destiny. Just for one night of fun. But apparently the man that she just met is bound to cross her path again, because Trace Dawson has his own deal with the universe. "Dear universe, ang susunod na babaeng hahalikan ko ay si The One na."

Down-on-her-luck Aubrey gets the job offer of a lifetime, with one catch: her ex-husband is her new boss. *** Aubrey Whitlock's life is turned upside down after her divorce, leaving her an unemployed, broke, and single 29-year-old. A chance meeting with her ex throws her for a loop again when he makes her an offer: come work with him as his assistant. Now a self-made billionaire, Bryce Roberts is just as infuriating-and good-looking-as he was the first time around. Their marriage was disastrous, but their chemistry is stronger than ever. Will they ever mend their relationship, or will it be nothing more than a heated game of seduction? And what will happen when Bryce discovers the secrets Aubrey has been keeping from him after all this time?

READ! READ! SHAPE UNSPOKEN TO BETTER UNDERSTAND SHAPE UNSHELTERED. "CAN ALSO BE A STAND-ALONE BOOK" (#3 OF THE SHAPED TRILOGY) #1 in power of love. 18th July 2021. #1 in contentment. 23rd August 2012. #1in driven. 25th August 2021. Cindy Amelia Washington is a strong will. She studies hard all through her school life, pushing herself to make a name and create the identity she wants for herself. Eventually, her dreams got pushed to the side as she became pregnant and married. She put herself aside and catered to her family for year's always doing what they want of her and best for her family. What will happen when she wants more and she want the identity she worked so hard to create. She made the ultimate sacrifice to put herself first for once and push beyond the difficulties in order to pursue her career dreams. What will happen when her husband doesn't want it the way she does? And she must fight for her identity. What will happen when an old flame rekindles and has her burning in the palm of his hand. How will she handle it all? Come read Cindy side of things. In SHAPE UNSHELTERED book #3 in the SHAPED TRILOGY

I've been in love with Maya Garcia since I saw her for the first time in seventh grade. I know it's cliche, and I know it sounds unrealistic, but I swear it's the truth. She was everything I wanted in a girl and more, and It didn't take more than three hours for me to figure that out. Maya was feisty, outspoken, confident, and she didn't change herself for anyone. She was undoubtedly herself, and it was intoxicating. She was perfect. But there was just one tiny thing getting in the way of having her all to myself: Maya Garcia just so happened to be my sister's best friend, which made her completely, one hundred percent off limits. What are the fucking odds, right? _____ Part of the Hidden Attraction series! You do NOT need to read the other books beforehand, however, I recommend it to avoid spoilers in the comments :) 1. My Brother's Best Friend 2. In Five Years 3. The Perfect Timing

Corrine Gale Eusebio.

|| Featured FREE story with exclusive paid chapters - previously a paid story || When Haley discovers the truth behind Xavier, whose silence holds a deeper meaning, she sets her mind on making his life better one small step at a time. ***** Haley Rosamond is happy with her simple life, content under the wing of her father. Well-protected, she has no idea of the darkness surrounding Xavier Hunt, with his all-black attire and infrequent presence in school-accompanied by his bruises and scars. That is, until Haley catches a glimpse of Xavier's reality and is made to question everything she knows about family and life in general. The truth, she realizes, couldn't be more different from everything she has heard. Supported by her father, Haley sets her mind on helping Xavier any way she can, and what begins with tutoring sessions, free food, and random acts of kindness blooms into friendship and something a little more. But when Haley's admission into her dream college and another tragedy in Xavier's life threaten to undo everything she has worked for, Haley needs to decide if she'll stick by Xavier or simply be another person in his life that disappears. [[word count: 80,000-90,000 words]] Cover designed by Holly Thurston

Jasmine Leigh Damian.

Esteban Series

Lara Mendez was very surprised when her Identical Twins Laura went to the house she was renting, after she had not seen her for several years. Tearfully her twin ask a favor, that she would pretend to be her twin, for one night with her husband Calix. Gusto tulungan ni Lara ang kaniyang kakambal, at pumayag siya sa gusto nito na mag palit silang dalawa ng katauhan sa isang gabi, at nangako ang kakambal niya na babalikan siya nito. Then morning came and fear enveloped her being when there was no sign of Laura. Lumipas ang taon at patuloy lamang nag papanggap si Lara bilang ang kakambal sa harapan ni Calix, at naging lihim na sikreto ang pag-papanggap dito. Unti-unti nang napa-mahal si Lara sa asawa ng kaniyang kakambal, na kahit alam niyang bawal iyon. Pano kong isang araw, dumating si Laura bitbit ang apat na taong gulang na anak nilang dalawa ni Calix? Kaya niya bang isuko at kalimutan na lang ang nararamdaman kay Calix, alang-ala sa kaniyang kakambal? O Kaya niyang aminin at ipag laban ang nararamdaman niya para dito, kahit may asawa na ito?