Firstmate Stories

Leith Dyer is a columnist at successful online magazine Marigold. After two years of writing low-stake lists and occasionally helping to create a crossword puzzle or two, Marigold's editor-in-chief thinks it's time for Leith to write her first actual column - also known as an 'in'-piece - for this year's summer editions. The catch? The column has to be a witty, swoon-worthy commentary on today's dating market, with the red string tying everything together being nine first dates. For someone who's never dated before, that's a lot. But Leith seems to have no choice. In the midst of publicity chaos, online opinions, ship-wars and trying to hone her craft, Leith decides that the only way to not completely embarrass herself for all of the internet to see, is to take on a character. But when the success of her column starts to spiral out of control, the lines between the character Leith, the person Leith, and the columnist Leith start to blur. How much of her is real, and how much is fictional? And when it all comes down to it, which of these nine men even know the real her? A contemporary workplace romance about visibility, authorship, and the uncomfortable truth that some stories don't stay within the boundaries you set for them. New chapters every monday! Achievements :) #1 in firstdates #1 in cerebralpalsy #3 in freeyourbody

She draws fantasy worlds. He's struggling to survive the real one. Between grueling retail shifts and late-night art sessions, Angel Santos doesn't have time for distractions. But when she meets Levi--a tired, charming The Shack worker with a chaotic family--her carefully planned life takes an unexpected detour. A story about late shifts, digital canvas light, and the unexpected warmth of finding your person in the middle of a crowded food court.

On their first date, she thought he was a total idiot. She never imagined that three years later, she'd be standing at the altar with him. However, when lethal enemies from his classified military past crash their wedding, his secrets are exposed in the crossfire. Now on the run with a wounded husband, can she survive the truth about the man she married-or will his demons destroy them both?

A Lonely HR, A Professional Yapper. One bus ride. One stolen glance. One unexpected love story. Because sometimes, you don't find a home. Sometimes, a person becomes one. COMPLETE Book #topgguk #topkook #bottomtae #bottomtae *Cover done by me ☺ *I don't own the pictures used in this book. Credits to the rightful owners. *Also, English isn't my first language so please consider that. *If MY story matches with anyone's out there, It's totally coincidental. Because It's completely MY writing. 28/08/2026 @ All Rights Reserved

!! ORIGINALLY POSTED ON AO3 !! Max, out of the goodness of his heart, helps a drunk Bradley not get roofied at a party and overhears something he maybe shouldn't have. Because of this, over the next few months, the pair grows closer together. Romance ensues

her hair as red as the Autumn leaves. his hair as brown as the nuts on a hazelnut tree. (Formerly known as End Up Alone) highest ranking- #119 in short story (22/07/16)

What if your love story was hidden behind six strangers on a dating app? In 2022, Eveleigh Mendoza downloaded Hinge, thinking she'd see what's out there. What she didn't expect was a crash course in modern love, heartbreak, awkward first dates, and moments that left her questioning everything. Set in Toronto, this is a story of a newcomer navigating cultural shifts, personal growth, and the unexpected twists of online dating. Six men. Six chapters. One journey that changed the way she saw love... and herself. Spoiler: Not all of them were terrible. Based on true events.

Sasha Thornton, the sweet and fiery twin sister of Topper, never fit into the rigid expectations of the Kook elite. JJ Maybank, the cold and rebellious Pogue king, always kept his distance from her despite the unspoken connection between them. When their paths cross at an annual Kook/Pogue party, the spark they've both been ignoring ignites into a dangerous and undeniable attraction. As they grow closer, JJ struggles with his feelings, believing he's not good enough for Sasha. But Sasha is determined to break through his walls, defying their social boundaries and risking everything for the one person she's ever truly wanted. Their love is forbidden, but it's the only thing that feels real in a world divided by status and secrets.

Author: devoosha Summary: They made it to boyfriend status, but still haven't officially gone on a first date. Kevin attempts to plan the perfect first date for Edd, by taking him to places he thinks Edd will like. Everything is going to be perfect as they spend the day together. Everything. Kevin is determined. What could go wrong? ⛔NOTE: I am not the writer of this story. Full credit goes to the given author at top. If the original author happens to find this and would like for me to remove it, then please DM me on Discord. Book 2 - The Wonderful Life of KevEdd Series (Continuation of - For Edd, I Will)

What was supposed to be just tacos, trivia, and a first date turned into something unexpectedly real. We talked about everything you're not supposed to on a first night-faith, identity, the spaces we belong to and the ones we don't. Somewhere between the laughter, flirtation, and a kiss under a July sunset, it stopped feeling like just a date and started feeling like the beginning of something more. A true story about serendipity, connection, and the kind of first date that feels like a scene from a rom-com.

This story is about a girl who met a guy on his first date. It's all about her experience and events that happened with her.

And the winner is... To find out, check out this one shot for Priya's contest round 1 And Remember... everyone wins in love😉💝

This was a one-shot request from a tumblr favorite (lookin at you drafthorsemath) to write a first date for a reader who hasn't been on one in a while... with our favorite giggly commando. This takes place after his rescue in TBB, and it's set on a place like Pabu or Santorini, because he deserves it. ;) Reader is a female human. Open to any and all requests for future dates! This is cute fluff and fun to write.

where a notebook becomes two people's start of something special //unedited// •photo credits to owner• -previously known as nick & ava's notebook- ~book 1 in thing series~

It takes one car to make her forget it all. Danielle thought she was twenty-two after the car crash, but she's twenty-four meaning she can't remember the last two years of her life. The last thing Danielle remembers is rehearsing for week 1 of the x-factor liveshows. Liam is detirmed to stay by her but it's jepordizing the band.

Imagine you're walking around your favorite museum and you bump into... BTS' RM!

In which Joshua Hong scored a date with Yoon Jeonghan, but things aren't going as accordingly as he planned.

After a fantastic first date, Alyssa finds herself in a terrifying situation.