Carter's drowning and his parents only make it worse. They call him a disappointment, neglecting him and ignoring his cries for help, all while unaware of the dark secret he's kept for a very long time- A secret he doesn't want anyone to figure out. But there's a man named Gray who seems to appear out of nowhere, and he chose Carter as his new best friend. With his persistence and their growing friendship, it's only a matter of time before Carter's secret is exposed. What would happen then? - Cover by @Rosin_Reads - Content warnings: S/A, neglect, suicidal thoughts, loss/grief, self-harm, homophobia, slurs, physical violence, physical abuse, mental abuse, mental illness, recovery

[NOT COMPLETED, AM WORKING ON IT] When you're a raging homosexual stuck in a predominately white Christian community, finding acceptance can be a tedious task. Justin Hobbs is living a lie, and hiding the truth from the people around him is becoming harder and harder each day. He's regarded as the school's typical loner, and in some ways he is. Used to having a quiet life, he's lost when his hushed lifestyle suddenly disappears. But, Justin finds he doesn't miss the quiet as much as he thought. Erik Carron is a leader of the school's biggest committee, but he isn't all that he appears. He keeps up the perfect façade, and is relieved to know that no one has seen past it. Little does he know, Justin is seeing the cracks in his mask, and soon, he'll see what truly lies beneath. The struggle of finding acceptance is as hard they thought, but learning to love themselves is harder than anything. This is a journey of self-acceptance, secrets, hiding, and finally revealing ones true self.

Talon Brooks is a 17-year-old gay boy, overcome with fear and trauma. He is scared of touch and barely speaks. His father left when he was young, so he lives with his older brother and his mother. He's just a scared little gay boy Sebastian Reynolds is the school's running back. He's proudly bisexual and has two amazing dads. He stands up for anyone who can't stand up for themselves. He is an all-around sweetheart but is mean if he needs to be. What happens when Sebastian befriends Talon and His life starts looking up? What happens when the past comes back to do its worst? -Possible Trigger Warning - Please read description page in the book for more details

COMPLETED [boyxboy] Carson Hughes is a bright light. Vinny Taylor is an enigma. ** After spending his summer away as a camp counselor, Carson Hughes comes back to his home town for his senior year. Things seem to be just as he left them until he finds out his best friend's brother came out of the closet and cut everybody out of his life. Kind and caring Carson can't help but want to understand this new Vinny. Vinny Taylor is falling, constantly going down and feeling like there's no end. His summer leaves him changed forever. After coming out and alienating himself, he spends most days locked away in his room until Carson comes back to town. Vinny's a mystery yet to be figured out. And Carson is up to the task. WARNING: Some of the content in this book may be triggering for some readers. Chapters with triggering content will have trigger warnings at the top with what the triggering content is. There will not be any graphic or detailed scenes of traumatic or triggering experiences. ~180k words

"Ethan!" The guy yelled. It was Eugene. Why did it have to be him? Why was he the one who followed me? I spun on my heels "What!?" I snapped. I didn't mean to but I did. Eugene held his hands up as if to surrender. "What happened back there?" His voice was soft, like he expected me to lash out if he spoke too loud. "You know what happened" I seriously needed to get control of my anger "you pressured me into that stupid game. And now everyone in there thinks I was reckless. Now everyone is going to look at me like some freak!" I hissed, raising my voice. Eugene frowned "Is that what this is about? You're worried about what everyone will think? I understand that you're upset-" I cut him off "No you don't! You couldn't possibly understand. Eugene, I only care about what they were saying because it was true! The accident was my fault" I raked my hands through my black hair, messing it up more. Eugene stood there, like a gapping fish and I continued to ramble. "Its my fault the car crashed and now Brian is dead-" *** Broken, numb and damaged. Ethan is a boy who could slip through the cracks of society. A drug addict with a bad past. Even the teachers at school have given up on him. Eugene, a boy who had it all. A girlfriend, a large friend group not to mention a set life with his decently wealthy family. But that didn't necessarily mean he was happy. Boys from different worlds meet by chance. In science. With a science teacher who really likes experimenting with fire. Things might get a bit heated.

Kamryn Mason has everything he needs. A loving mother, caring friends, and he lives a lavish lifestyle, and he's openly gay. But when a tragic accident occurs all that comes to an impasse. Kamryn is forced to go back to the past he and his mother left behind. Wake Valley, small town known for having one of the best football teams in the state. And with Kamryn's homophobic father being the coach and his older brother Klay the star running back all eyes will be on him, it doesn't help that the starting quarterback seems to have an eyes for him, and with a serial killer on the loose no one is safe, join Kamryn in this high school drama, murder mystery as secrets will be revealed, lies will be exposed and everyone will learn all's foul in love and football.

*this is a boyxboy story* *it's also an au. explanation will be in the first part* After a year of taking online classes, Nolan Prince is ready to attend his sophomore year of high school. Though he does have some doubts because of past health issues, he's ready for a fresh start. Until it starts getting harder for him to keep a secret after run in with the school's bad boy Jerome Roy. Jerome marches to the beat of his own drum. He doesn't let anyone get his way or tell him what to do. He has secrets of his own, but he pushes anyone away who gets close to figuring them out. Except he soon meets the one person who can't push away. The one person who needs him. The one person he needs. *THIS BOOK WILL DEAL WITH SENSITIVE TOPICS SUCH AS DEPRESSION, ANXIETY, SELF-HARM, AND ABUSE*

*sequel to His Safety Net* *THIS BOOK WILL DEAL WITH SENSITIVE TOPICS SUCH AS DEPRESSION, ANXIETY, SELF-HARM, EATING DISORDERS AND ABUSE* Nolan Prince feels like for once in his life, everything is okay. While he still has his days where he would rather stay in bed, he feels like he has something to fight for; his family, his boyfriend, his happiness. But then his family gets involved with his grandfather once again; the one person he would rather not see. Nolan tries to keep a positive outlook on life, but it is never that easy. Jerome Roy was someone no one would dare to talk to because they were afraid he would hurt them. Rumours were always spread around because of his constant arrests, partying, and harsh attitude. He's completely different around the love of his life. He's happier, sweeter, everything he truly is. Except because of the abuse he has endured by his mother, he's struggling with his self-image. He hasn't told anyone, nor does he intend to. But sometimes, it's a good idea to turn to someone for help.

West Rickert is an asshole. He's a crackhead, and he's a drunk. At least, that's what everyone says about him.

Luca Bakker, a football jock with haunted eyes and a pretty Dutch accent. And Theodore Hart, a shy kid from school who works at the local pet shop. The idea that the two could ever cross paths - let alone build any sort of relationship - was almost laughable. And yet, here we are. Laughing away.