Elena, star reporter of her high school newspaper, must survive interviewing her crush, Chase. Chase, the star player for the soccer team, cannot overcome friend-zoning Elena without sacrificing his future. Will both be able to put their differences aside and surrender to their feelings? Or will one have to choose bet...
"They tell you all these things to prepare for someone's death. They warn you about the funeral expenses, the hospital bills, and the implications it could have on your mental health; but they don't tell you how to live after the love of your life dies." -A ONC 2022 Novella-
In a dingy karaoke bar, sparks fly. - Amirah Begum has always believed in happy endings. Even after everything she's been through, whether it be years ago when she lost her favourite pair of light-up sneakers or three days ago, when she got dumped by the girl she thought was the one of her dreams, she hasn't lost her...
a young Dragon-Shifter, a Vampire Rockstar and a once in a Blue Moon opportunity... EXTENDED SUMMARY INSIDE ~~~ ONC 2022 Entry Prompt 27 (every blue moon, the pack holds a festival to honour the dead. this year's festival ends up far more chaotic than usual)