Jamesharrington Stories

A Stranger Things, Max Mayfield/OC story. James Harrington, barbarian of The Party, lives his life in Hawkins Indiana, the small town filled with monsters, government secrets, shitty parents, and the best friends you could ask for. Completed until season five.

Emma Bennett has always believed in love-but life has other plans. The only daughter of the warm and traditional Bennett family, Emma has grown up surrounded by love, laughter, and a close-knit circle of friends who have always had her back. There's her witty best friend, Sophie Clarke, her childhood confidant Liam Foster, and her ever-supportive cousin, Claire Bennett, who keeps the family bond strong. Emma cherishes the simple joys of life-family dinners, weekend getaways, and quiet moments with her loved ones-but when her parents announce an arranged marriage proposal, her world is turned upside down. Julian Winslow, the charismatic and thoughtful only son of the prestigious Winslow family, has lived a life of expectations and careful appearances. Surrounded by his loyal friends, including his college buddy Nathaniel Hayes and his cousin Marcus Winslow, Julian is used to making calculated decisions-but love isn't something you can plan. When Emma and Julian meet, sparks aren't immediate. What starts as a formal acquaintance, guided by family expectations and polite conversations, slowly grows into something unexpected. Friendship blossoms in shared laughter, late-night talks, and quiet understanding, and Emma finds herself drawn to Julian's kind heart and subtle humor. But as family pressures mount and societal expectations weigh heavily on both of them, the line between friendship and love begins to blur. From family gatherings filled with laughter to stolen moments of tenderness, First A Friend, Then A Husband is a heartwarming tale of love that grows from trust, respect, and the bonds of friendship. Will Emma and Julian navigate the delicate dance of duty and desire to discover a love worth fighting for-or will the expectations of their families keep them apart?

Emma Carter has always been flawless: at the top of her class, self-assured, and slightly awkward. It all goes wrong one morning. She finds herself in front of the most rigid 12th-grade prefect at school after a grumpy bus, a disorganized breakfast, and a nervous introduction. A typical school day swiftly devolves into something much more significant: Emma is selected for a mission that will take her outside of her comfort zone and into a world of secrets, danger, and difficulties she never would have imagined. Through challenging classmates, surprising friendships, and her first experience with trust, Emma learns that the most valuable lessons aren't always found in textbooks....and she might be surprised by the person who makes all the difference. The story of a girl whose everyday life is anything but ordinary is told in Chosen for Everything, which is full of humor, school drama, slow-burning tension, and adventure.