{WATTY'S 2020 WINNER & EDITOR'S PICK.} Hopeless romantic and aspiring writer Mare Atwood has fallen madly in love with her childhood correspondent. There's only one catch-she doesn't know who he is. When the beaus of Star's Crossing return from boarding school to begin the courting season, Mare is determined to uncover the identity of her writer, flout her family's intentions of orchestrating an advantageous marriage, and procure the life of writing and romance she's always sought. But as in the tales she so adores, it won't be easy. Galas, masquerades, picnics, and hunts-alongside an old friend, a former teacher, and an unlikely ally, Mare delves into an investigation that leaves her torn between three clever, deceptive, and wealthy young bachelors. If Mare can confirm which is her writer and claim his hand before the courting season ends, she'll have her wish: the love of her life, a valuable marriage, and a future of writing romance. But with the eyes of Star's Crossing upon her, a business plot forcing invisible hands, and the unwillingness of her writer to come forward-Mare's future may not end in triumph, but tragedy. Set against the gilded Victorian backdrop of coastal Connecticut and lush with pre-war luxury, fans of Jane Austen, Margaret Mitchell, and Louisa May Alcott are sure to enjoy this lighthearted, lyrical novel of young love, independence, and identity. #1 Literary #1 YA Romance #1 Victorian #1 Lyrical #8 General Fiction

Alexandra Black has had everything she's ever wanted all her life. New clothes, shoes, cars, you name it. But what will happen when something she doesn't want, gets handed to her? Feelings for a certain Sebastian Kingsley. Sebastian Kingsley is the definition of bad boy. He's got the look, the style, the money, and has most definitely got the attitude. All his life he has also gotten whatever he may desire. Apart from one thing. Love. Sebastian Kingsley had never got any form of love or attention from his parents and in result has spiralled our of control. What happens when his parents finally notice their son spiralling out of control and decide it's time to take charge? As a result of them threatening Sebastian with boarding school in London if he doesn't sort his act out, he practically begs the last person he ever thought he would ask for help in order to help his parents see that he's changed. Alexandra Black. Banners made by the amazingly beautiful @katiie_ : UDPU is set in the same universe as this, but you don't need to read them in order

❝ I'm not scared of you .❞ ❝ You should be.❞ Malaina Hill was done playing by the rules. Forced to behave like the perfect daughter by her upper class parents, she's sick and tired of being told what to do. Her mother's words haunt her, making her believe that the only way she'll be beautiful is if she stops eating. Enter Mateo Alvarez, son of a renowned fashion designer. To the untrained eye, he's perfect. Deep down, he's broken, addicted to drugs, alcohol, and heartbreak. When they meet in the bathroom at a charity event, she's determined to save him. He's scared she'll succeed. What will happen when their two worlds collide? cover by yours truly, starting january 1st 2021

MADELINE LOCKHART Say it. Chant it. Remember it. ♛ ♛ ♛ New York's adolescent haut monde are known for their luxurious lifestyles. Their glory lies in their wealth. And their loyalty lies with their queen. Madeline Lockhart. But, with her new love of carrying out explicit activities, things are bound to get chaotic. What else would you expect in such a lavish world? No queen's reign is forever, and at the top of the pyramid, there's no where left to go but down, down, down. ♛ ♛ ♛ Book 1 of the Opulence series! start date; 28/12/17- 20/4/2019

• highest ranking | #47 in mystery/thriller Trinity Academy is a school for social elites and high-class nobles, therefore it is rather convenient to have a social ladder within the premises. In the middle of the food chain, is Isla Reynolds with her boyfriend and only friend. The problem in that equation, is that said friend and boyfriend's friendship seems to be brewing into something more behind Isla's back. Isla creates a plan to make her last year in Trinity, a year to be remembered. With a sharp tongue that hides a web of lies, Isla doesn't open up to people. But when she devices a strategy for love, what happens when it all crumbles beneath her feet? Putting her trust in a boy makes her realize that opening up to people is a big mistake. And Isla is mad. Feeling like there's no way out, and fueled by fury, she turns to a sheet of paper. She creates a list that her lips can not utter aloud. So, who wants to know the first rule of killing somebody and not getting caught? cover: florral

"The best defense against the treacherous is treachery." In Arlin Preparatory High School, where the students seem to live by this code, Lyndon Prince has become the new, easy target during her first week as a transfer student. Lyndon's first and last year at Arlin Prep will be filled with a smooth-talking bad boy, a charming football player, a sketchy cousin, a jealous ex, and a whole school full of drama-loving instigators. Who knew the easiest part of senior year for Lyndon would be her AP Calculus class? [Book #1 of The Prep Series]

[ TEEN FICTION / DRAMA ] ❝ The arrival of Brett Bexley, the Malibu Boy, changed everything! ❞ Since day one, the High Street Elite have ruled their kingdom of Blakesly Preparatory since their coronation. Every single one of the hierarchy have a different story to tell, not all as pretty as their looks. Because beauty and luxury comes with a price. The High Street Elite's price was letting Brett Bexley, the Malibu boy, into their circle without any hesitation. Despite it being their last year in their kingdom, that was the start of their fall. © vogves 2020-

❝DEATH IS COMING, DEATH IS COMING.❞ A girl watches kingdoms fall as a man stained with the blood of an empire, puts a crown on her head. [4.15.17] all rights reserved ©2017

❝Tell me a story, love.❞ In which, a slave girl tells a bloodthirsty king a story in exchange for her life. [07.15.16] all rights reserved ©2016

Some wounds just don't heal. And not all love is bulletproof. In the aftermath of the disaster at Arrowsmith Institute for Excellency, Freya Arsov is left rattled to her core. She had it all. Four best friends who would do anything for her. A boy who looked at her like no one else ever had. And, for a startling moment, happiness. Until that bullet went flying. Now, there was only ruin left in its wake, a gang in shambles, the residents of Ebony House in shambles, a girl in shambles. Bullet wounds may heal but love scars. [Book #2 in the Bulletproof Series] [loosely inspired by the myth of Persephone and Hades] © archeronta 2020