BOOK 1: She wants to be perfect. He needs to be in control. Neither of them knows how to let go. Darcie Sinclair has spent her whole life chasing perfection-on the ice, in the mirror, and in the eyes of a mother who just wants to see her succeed. As a sophomore at Columbia, she should be living the dream: a figure skater with upper-class connections and the perfect college experience. But when she looks in the mirror, all she sees is someone who isn't enough-never thin enough, never good enough, never perfect. Caiden Winter lives his life for one person: his father. As Columbia's star hockey player and a brilliant engineering student, he's built himself into the kind of son his father can parade around-disciplined, accomplished, untouchable. But behind the cold composure, Caiden is one wrong move away from shattering under the weight of expectations he can't escape. When a chance encounter between a perfectionist figure skater and a controlled, untouchable hockey player turns into something neither of them planned for, they find themselves drawn to each other in ways that feel dangerous-and freeing. But in a world of parties, privilege, and unspoken rules, love isn't as simple as falling. It's about losing control. It's about letting someone see you-every broken piece. Perfect on Ice is a steamy, emotional college romance about love, pressure, and the courage it takes to want something for yourself.

(UNEDITED, WRITTEN WHEN I WAS FIFTEEN, VERY EXTREMELY CLICHE ) Love stinks like a dirty gym sock, and that's why Taylor Hastings wants nothing to do with it. She doesn't need a boyfriend to be happy, especially when she's seen what kind of damage love can do. Already dividing her time between school, work, her stepmother's endless demands, and her secret online identity, Taylor accepts to tutor one of her classmates in English -and regrets it. She has to tutor Josh Bradley, the quarterback. Girls worship him like a god and Taylor doesn't understand why. He's an arrogant jackass who plays them like a football defense. Taylor's ready for football season to end so she can avoid him again, but the two form a surprising bond, trusting each other with their secrets. She finds a friend in someone she never saw coming. There's something else she didn't see coming. And it starts with L. © 2017 by Marlene Lopez. All Rights Reserved.

Book one in The Someday Series. (This is a second draft of the story. A third draft is being written) Sydney Graves was full of life, a fireball of energy with blazing blue eyes. She had a smart mouth and was always down for some fun. She was a high school student and varsity cheerleader, with a great group of friends that were inseparable. Nothing ever seemed to be too complicated for her, that is until one night when she came crashing into Brooks. He was the star basketball player, handsome, and most importantly the brother to one of her best friends. She risked her friendship to break the rules only to have her heartbroken. For some reason, she can't seem to shake the effect Brooks has left on her. Especially when he shows back up in their sleepy little town. Will they find themselves in each other arms once again, keeping secrets and stealing kisses or will she successfully avoid him and the feelings they shared once and for all? Take a read to find out! *This story contains elements of underage drinking *some sexual elements *grief warning

It all started with a kiss... CALLUM SLADE had only known one thing: hockey. That's until he met her. Always in pink and spreading sunshine, Kate Blake brings all his walls down, just with a smile. Yet as much as he'd want her, he know he can't have her. She's his enemy's sister. His greatest temptation. Yet after a surprising first kiss, Callum knows there is no way he can walk away from her. No matter how hard chasing her could get. As the sister of their school's basketball captain, one thing has always been clear for KATE BLAKE: the other sports teams are off-limits. Yet after she finds herself kissing the hockey captain on the kiss cam, Kate starts rethinking that. Sure, Callum is her brother's enemy and one of the most wanted guys at school, but she can't help feeling butterflies whenever he is around. And the more time she spends with him, the more she realises: Just one kiss might not be enough. Book #1 of the 'hearts' series

FREE STORY WITH EXCLUSIVE CONTENT. This is *not* a Paid Story. Eighteen-year-old hockey prodigy Elliot Wexler has three goals for senior year. One: somehow graduate with a 3.5 GPA. Two: hide his bipolar disorder from his peers. And three: make it into the NHL with no scandals. Piece of cake. What he doesn't expect is to find Lucy, a homeless girl, hiding from the winter frost in his dad's shed. Elliot's busy, complicated life doesn't permit room for error, and falling in love with a girl from a totally different world sounds like the opposite of a good idea. But Elliot can't help but be drawn to Lucy and her elusive ways--even when she seems to vanish from his life non-stop, each time leaving him with a bigger hole in his heart. But Elliot is determined to break down Lucy's barriers. And when he does, he discovers that her life is more complicated--and dangerous--than he could have imagined. With drafting season approaching, and Elliot's fragile mental health deteriorating, he's forced to face a difficult question: Is first love supposed to hurt so much? *** PLEASE DO NOT ADD THIS STORY TO GOODREADS.

When Brielle's dance instructor gets mad at her for missing yet another rehearsal, she gives Brielle an ultimatum: lose her solo that she needs to get into Julliard, or teach Christopher Russel, the school's quarterback, ballet in two months. With no other choice, she begins the hard struggle of trying to teach a 6'5" football player how to do ballet. What she did expect: An annoying, arrogant, and entitled boy that couldn't dance if his life depended on it. What she didn't expect: To fall in love. [#7 Teen Fiction] ~~~ {Cover by Synonomous}

Madison Rosales is not your typical 22- year-old. While everyone her age is out graduating college? She's only getting started. While everyone is out partying? She's out working. While everyone is out dating? She's out taking care of her family. After her father left them, she had no other choice than to become the second parent. Being responsible is the only thing she knows and her family comes before anyone else. Including herself. Until her best friend, Vanessa, suggests she focus on herself for once. To go out and party, meet a man, and fall in love. Except Madison is jaded. Another painful scar she has thanks to her father. Growing up surrounded by toxic relationships has her believing that there is no good man. That is, until one trip to New York has her coming face to face with Maxon Blake. Will he be the one to change her mind? To change the course of her life? Or will he get tired and leave like everyone usually does? **** Maxon Blake is a 24-year-old hotshot Wide Receiver for the New England Patriots who has his own issues with women. After being cheated on, Maxon believes there are no good women in the world. Sleeping around is something he's done for the past three years. That is, until his eyes land on Madison. The moment he sees her, he's a goner. No other woman has grabbed his attention in so long that it scares him. There is just something about Madison that draws him to her that he can't seem to pinpoint. So Maxon sets out on a mission to get closer to Madison and explore their chemistry. Except Madison doesn't seem to care. About him. About anything. Or anyone. But Maxon is relentless. He didn't get to where he was by giving up easily, so he decides to be patient. Give her time and she'll come around. Only, Madison will be staying with him for a week. Will that be enough time to convince her that there is something between them? Will she even believe him? Or will she leave? Forgetting about him like everyone else.

After a slump in her love life, Morgan is ready to get back out there. As a favor to a friend she signs up for a new dating app. Not knowing who she's messaging she sets up a date with a guy from the same university. When she steps into the coffee shop and sees her roommate's older brother, the guy whose nose she broke, she's certain it's a mistake. She should have walked away. Instead, she spent an evening drinking with him. An evening that ended with a surprisingly hot kiss. Just a Pucking Kiss is a New Adult, College Sports Romance with two stubborn enemies that refuse to turn lovers... until... (❤️18+ recommended❤️)

Kat has made up her mind. Her v-card has to go. But who should be the one to take it? With an overbearing brother, she has to find a moment when he's not there to stop her. So while visiting another city, she decides it's time to give it a shot. She finds the perfect man and they soon head to his hotel room. But her inexperience gives her away, and he refuses to go through with it. Embarrassed and still a virgin, she expects never to see him again... Brick has a rule. He only sleeps with experienced women. Women who can tell him what they want and, most importantly, what they don't want. Because of previous relationships, he is self conscious about expressing what he wants in bed. But he knows a virgin will not be able to handle him. Just a Pucking Grumpy Goalie is a New Adult, College Sports Romance with a forbidden relationship and starcrossed lovers. (❤️18+ recommended❤️)

Brooklyn Summers is the most popular girl at Cadence Prep because of her parents. Girls envy her and boys want her but few guys can get her. She's the captain of the dance and cheer team plus she's been prom queen twice but Brookyln doesn't want a guy in fact she depsies the male population. That doesn't stop the guy who swears up and down he will get her. Meet Jake Kingston, the King of Cadence Prep and the captain of the football team. Hottest guy in school and charms girls faster than he can throw a spiral but for some reason he can't get Brooklyn to like him. Will he give up? Love, Lies and Loathe are in the air as they ride the Kingston Coaster. Will she eventually fall for him? Is what he does unforgivable? Find out in Check Mate!