Southerncharm Stories

CLASS 1A'S SWEETHEART . . . Heather Grace did not come to U.A. to be an exotic zoo exhibit-but from the second she steps into Class 1-A, that's exactly how it feels. Staring. So much staring. She knew being a foreigner in Japan would make her stand out, but she didn't expect this. And no one is staring harder than Bakugo Katsuki. Loud, angry, and about as approachable as a bear trap, Bakugo has never given a single shit about anyone. Until now. Because this new girl? She talks weird, looks like she fell out of a fantasy book, and worst of all-she's unintentionally making his brain short-circuit. He hates it. But Heather's not just here to survive the dumbass questions about cowboys and bald eagles-she's got things to prove. With a sharp tongue, a stubborn streak, and a talent for shutting down perverts (Mineta, we're looking at you), she might just survive this class of lunatics. Throw in an overexcited Pikachu (Denki), a terrifyingly supportive pink girl (Mina), a himbo with a heart of gold (Kirishima), and a certain fire-and-ice pretty boy (Todoroki) who might just get her-and Heather's life at U.A. is about to be absolute chaos. Oh, and Bakugo? Yeah, he's in trouble. Big trouble. . . . slow burn katsuki bakugo x oc

Stella grew up on a farm in the middle of central Texas. She had the real Southern life, but as she's grown, she's realized that lifestyle isn't for her. She moved to Austin in hopes of making enough money to get out of there. To run away to places she's only dreamed of. She wants to see the world. While working at the local café, she meets someone who can show her the world. But will she survive the life she's always wanted, or will the fast life be too fast for a southern girl?

What does it take to live with a divided heart? Cleo Twain is sure she has found the answer. It takes rules. It takes keeping the thoughts of what could have been separate from the path she chose. It takes putting aside past dreams of bohemian escapades with Wolfe for a solid paycheck and a stable home with Griffin. Okay, so what if every now and then, she makes an exception? She can indulge in a few nostalgic emails with Wolfe, because her days and nights are anchored in a good life with Griffin. She's learned to forgive herself for the stolen moments, getting back on track every time she slips. Because in the real world, her troubled former best friend and her super-solid fiancé do not cross wires. In her brain, or in her heart. Wolfe and the creativity he inspired within her is a dear part of her past, but her future belongs to Griffin--the best man she knows. Until Wolfe writes a novel about Cleo that is not so easily compartmentalized, causing Griffin to doubt the foundation he's built with her. Just when Cleo's rules are needed more than ever, Wolfe suffers a severe bipolar episode and Cleo can't bring herself to abandon him. Through his vulnerability, she rediscovers the tender beauty of her own soul. Sometimes, the exceptions to the rules become the most exceptional part of your life.

Nashville was loud with music and full of restless nights, but for Sonia it was more than a city-it was a crossroads. She was twenty-three, new to the rhythm of downtown streets and late-night bars, still carrying the quiet weight of where she came from. With Shayla at her side, the friend who could turn any night into a story, she found herself pulled into places she never planned to be. That's where Colton came in-twenty-six, the kind of Southern charm that could feel dangerous, with boots that looked as bold as his grin. Their first run-ins were quick, almost forgettable, but the spark lingered. He was loud where she was guarded, curious where she was cautious. In a city where everyone seemed to be chasing the spotlight, Sonia never thought she'd catch his attention-or that he'd catch hers.

Some people are just... different.

Annalise Williams spends her summers with her grandparents at their home in Savannah Georgia. The visits become more frequent do to a decline in her mothers health. Eventually Annalise and her mama move in with Grandma Lynn and Grandpa Bob.. With her mama being ill and only getting worse Annalise relies on her best friend Chaz, the boy down the street with the scraggly blonde hair and the bluest eyes, the boys she's know since she met him down by the old Mill when she was 6. Annalise and Chaz's adventures are all that's keeping her together, they seem almost magical. Things happen that they can't explain, and no one believes them. Only Annalise and Chaz know the truth and when her mama passes away she needs him and these adventures more than ever. Everything comes to an abrupt halt when Annalise's grandparents decide to send her to boarding school. They think her stories are silly and that its time for her to grow up. Annalise decides while away at school to write her stories down and create a book to share her adventures with others. Not realizing that writing these things down and reading them aloud would open not only her eyes but the worlds to the magic that surrounds us.

Hayley Hayes Bryan, A young loving sweet southern girl who is 17 years of age. Everyone calls her Hayley hayes because her favorite singer is hunter Hayes and that just happens to be her middle name, she is very outgoing and friendly but when She has to move from her 15+ acres of horse property in Texas to a small house in California. Will it all change when she meets the one and only ross lynch, where she has no idea what her life will be like after meeting him. Will life get worse after meeting the lead singer of the band or will it just be a better life for her?

When aspiring writer Nella has a wild night, her hook-up with the sexy and tattooed Baz turns into a wild goose chase when she realizes she lent her only handwritten copy of her first novel to him - and it's gone missing. ****** Grad student Nella has always been overly cautious, but after meeting the charismatic tattoo artist Baz, she can't resist hopping into bed with him for a night of passion. The next morning, she's shocked to remember she loaned him the manuscript of her first novel, forcing them to reconnect so she can get it back. There's just one problem: Baz tells her the manuscript has gone missing. Forced to team up with Baz to investigate who took it, she soon finds herself catching feels instead of culprits. Can Nella trust the mysterious Baz, who remains guarded about his past? Will they be able to recover what was lost, and turn their tension into something more? Or is she living in a fantasy just as magical as her manuscript? 2021 Wattys Winner--Romance Content warning: This story contains mature sexual content and themes of alcohol abuse and emotionally manipulative relationships.

This is where my story of true love starts. Everyone in this world has known the pain of a broken heart. I'm talking about the pain of being in a committed relationship only to blow up in your face. That's what happened to me one day. One day, I found out that my high school sweetheart was screwing my best friend. That was when I found out what having a broken heart felt like. I was certain that my life would never be the same. But I couldn't have been more wrong. About a week after Jason shattered my heart, I was lucky enough to meet Chad Capistrano. He was everything I'd ever in my Gothic hunk of sexiness. What does the future hold for Chad and I? Read on to find out.

She hates him. He wants her back. The tension's hotter than a Texas summer. Maybelle Beaumont has spent years perfecting her poise and burying the memory of Sterling Briggs, the cocky rodeo heartbreaker who left her behind. But when he struts back into town wanting to buy the ranch she's listing, all bets are off. Now, she's stuck showing the property to the man who ruined her favorite sundress... and broke her heart. The sparks between them are instant and combustible. She wants to shut the door in his face. He wants another chance. It's hate, heat, and high stakes in Longview, Texas-and someone's about to get burned. An enemies-to-lovers romance, full of slow burns, sharp tongues, and Southern steam.

Nia Brielle Carter never expected her college experience at Morgan State to include falling in love. As a plus-sized sophomore navigating self-confidence, school, and friendships, the last thing she thought she'd attract was the attention of Justin Williams, a charismatic defensive lineman from Louisiana. Justin is persistent, but Nia isn't sure she's ready-especially since she's never been on a date, let alone in a relationship. Between awkward firsts, miscommunications, and the undeniable pull between them, Nia finds herself questioning if she's truly ready to let someone love her the way she deserves. With the support (and teasing) of their closest friends, flirty friendships, rivalries, and campus drama, Nia and Justin's story unfolds in a way that's anything but predictable. Will she let herself be loved, or will fear keep her from the happiness she never thought she could have?

"This part... the passion; it had ignited the love tenfold." When you're an awkward, chubby, brace-faced teenager, meeting an older, taller and cute guy is not a welcoming circumstance! But that's just how life works - a nasty irony. Read this sweet story about an epic love spanning over decades; Giselle and Matthias.

Garrett Walker isn't the kind of guy who believes in luck. His girlfriend walked out, his job is going nowhere, and he's been stuck on autopilot for as long as he can remember. But when he gets an unexpected win on scratch-off ticket, it sets off a streak of unexpected wins that just might turn everything around. Suddenly, Garrett has a shot at something more-more excitement, more purpose... maybe even another shot at love. Set in a small town full of charm and heart, When It Rains It Pours is a nostalgic story of second chances, redemption, and the kind of good fortune that only shows up after you've weathered the worst of it. Because sometimes, the storm is what clears the way for sunshine.

Lucianna James grew up with a perfect life. She had a loving mother, who cared for her every need, and a father who worked abroad and raked in millions. She was raised as a church girl, taught to be nice to everyone, and was loved by the entire town. Anna was everyone's favorite girl next door. When Anna is packing up to head off to her sorority house, her mother tells her the truth behind her perfect life. Anna spirals, thinking of all the things she thought she knew that are now imploding. She parties, drinks, clubs, and takes over a rebellious title on campus. Anna becomes infatuated with a pair of brown, intoxicating eyes one night at a club with her girlfriends. This blond girl is in for a wild ride with her family and those brown eyes. Christian Parker is a young man from a small town in South Georgia. He grew up without a father, but had a loving mother. The young man had been bullied because he was not good enough for anyone. He was a mixed boy in a town full of hateful people. He didn't choose to be born and didn't ask for his father to run off and get arrested. Christian's mother pushed him to get out of the vicious town. At 19, Christian went off to California and was mentored by a man by the name of Peter, which led to Christian's power and wealth. Because of Peter's fatherly figure over Christian, the young man is now able to care for people better; one tanned, blond girl in particular. Christian is taken with this beautiful minx, who has crashed into him at a bar. Little does he know, he will be seeing her a lot more often. This 19 year old girl and this 22 year old man are about to experience things they never could have dreamt. Will their encounter lead to something more? Can Lucianna get her life back on track and remember who she used to be? Will she change and grow for the better? Read to find out.

This is a heart felt ode to the Lone Star State. It is a poem full of pride, love, and hope for the future.

Emily Dixon is currently the no.1 fashion designer and the owner of the popular and successful 'Dixie' franchise in the Upper East Side of New York City. Emily's life hadn't always been in the big apple as she grew up in the slower paced Spring Hill, Tennessee. When her father falls critically ill, Emily has to return to her childhood home to face her past and that one guy who she left behind. There will be tears, drama and heartache as everything has changed from when she left 5 years ago...

"Listen, son. You've got a great girl waiting for you. Do her a favor and don't mess it up this time." I start to nod, but realize that didn't make sense. Who is he talking about? Josie M-Josie, or Brooke? "Care to elaborate a bit more? Who do you mean?" "I don't know. Who do I mean? You're the hotshit lawyer. Figure it out." - All Josie wanted was to live out her dreams with her childhood sweetheart Colt, a force of arrogance, hot-headedness, and southern charm. They had been through everything life had to offer together, so what was one more tragedy? Apparently to Colt, everything. Seven years later in Boston, he is the epitome of smooth and steady with a new girl on his arm that he fixes to marry. The only problem is that he already is. Join Colt on a trip down memory lane in Georgia as he struggles to figure out which part of himself holds fast. The fearless small-town boy with the hot head and quick mouth, or the man who has made something of himself in a big city. ------ WARNING CONTAINS STRONG LANGUAGE READ AT YOUR OWN RISK YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED

Cassie, a recently single mama of two, is quickly uprooted from her suburban lifestyle when her husband decides he no longer wants to be a father. Devastated with the cutthroat news she franticly packs away her belongings and starts to clean out the home they once shared. Still in shock of the reality of it all she stubbles along some files dated back to her graduation days, a deed to some unknown property down south and a letter addressed to her. Cassie finds herself and her two little worlds heading back to the town she grew up in. Rekindling a relationship with her middle school best friend and finding love for the three of them along the way.

Lillian's life is marked by heartbreak and resilience, especially every September when tragedy seems to strike. After losing her mother suddenly to a heart attack, she returns to her small Alabama hometown of Fayette to say goodbye and lean on family. But Lillian's return is shadowed by another blow-her husband has betrayed her with a mistress, Kinsley, who is now pregnant. Despite her own pain, including the devastating loss of a child she carried full term, Lillian responds with unexpected grace. She opens her home to Kinsley, a young woman rejected by her own family due to religious differences and left with nowhere else to turn. Through compassion and understanding, Lillian and Kinsley form a sister-like bond, healing wounds and redefining what family means. The novel weaves through flashbacks of Lillian's childhood friendship and first love with Liam, her enduring connection to the past, and the story of her parents' own love journey-each adding depth to her character's strength and empathy. Confronted by a toxic mother-in-law, legal battles, and the complex emotions of motherhood, Lillian faces every challenge with poise and forgiveness. When Kinsley realizes she is not ready to be a mother, she asks Lillian to adopt her baby. Lillian embraces this new chapter with open arms, rekindles her romance with Liam, and builds a future filled with hope, love, and the unconventional family she never expected.