Natalia Stevens is smart, nice and shy-and this is exactly how everyone sees her. Even day-to-day conversations with friends and classmates are difficult, and guys certainly don't pay her any attention. During her senior year, Nati begins to notice unexpected interactions with her volleyball coach, Alex. Despite the apparent chemistry developing, she struggles to believe there is anything between them. Before she can make sense of it all, volleyball season is winding down, and it appears her mystifying crush will be out of her life for good.
Natalia enters university just as socially petrified as she had been in high school, but new experiences with friends, booze and boys open up a surprising world of possibility. She realizes she can talk openly to other people for the first time, and this exhilarating discovery fosters a newfound confidence she thought she might never uncover in herself. Along the roller coaster ride of thrilling and frustrating crash-and-burn encounters with various crushes, however, there is one guy Nati can't seem to shake from her mind.
All Rights Reserved
Text-to-speech
Join the largest storytelling communityGet personalized story recommendations, save your favourites to your library, and comment and vote to grow your community.
You may also like
Long overdue
"Do others also have a crush they obsess over for four years, even when he completely ignores them? Probably not... at least not if they're sane." Natalie is thrilled to finally leave high school behind and start a new chapter in her life. She promises herself she won't be the same dumb teenager, obsessing over boys-specifically, one tall basketball player who never even spared her a glance. What began as an intense crush had slowly twisted into self-doubt and resentment over the years, as each ignored glance chipped away at her confidence. Now, she vows to cherish herself more, to be confident, and to never change for anyone else's approval. But what happens when the same guy she grew to hate, after four years of trying and failing to get his attention, ends up at the same university and, for the first time, calls her name? All rights reserved © Natasha Rich All Rights Reserved
Picture Picture
For the booksmart yet naïve 16-year-old Nicky, high school in her quaint little hometown island in the Philippines had always been predictable. Until that senior year. Nicky thought she got things all figured out. She'd be very good at school and be the valedictorian of the single-section class of 2010 of the highly looked-up science high school in their island. And then, she'd get a full scholarship to her dream university. All was fairly well except for a few things like grappling her feelings towards a long-time crush. Just when Nicky thought she could get through high school without too much boy-drama, a somewhat seemingly love life with a boy or two and suddenly, maybe even three was finally catching up with her during the last few months before high school graduation. She had never thought she could be wrong about a person. And that she could always be wrong about boys... ✨✨✨ Sidenote: I wrote this from November 2010 to April 2011, only a year ahead from the time set in the novel. This was fully uploaded on Wattpad in September 2013 for safekeeping. I hadn't gotten back to it in so many years nor find any means and time to promote it. This had long been completed but still needs edit. Enjoy reading! Cheers! P.S. This is not exactly a love story. And yet, it may read a lot like it.Complete
Books and Bows 🎀✨
When Anthony's brother gets into UCLA and his parents get a promotion in California, he's forced to move along with them to Los Angeles. His plan was to finish high school and get into NYU with his best friend, Vicky. But life seemed to have other plans when he met Sofia. Sofia was living her dream as an influencer. She had everything she could ever want: money, friends, and popularity. That was until everything was gone in an instant. Her grades started going down, she was afraid of losing the only friends she had now, and she had given up on the whole influencer thing. They've both never been in love, but when their paths lead them to each other, a spark ignites. If you love a good slow burn, enemies-to-friends-to-lovers, along with a little bit of bantering and teasing then Books and Bows is a must read! Rankings: #1 teenloveComplete
𝙍𝙊𝙐𝙉𝘿𝙎 // 𝙬𝙡𝙬 𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙢𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙡𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨
" 𝙩𝙧𝙮 𝙣𝙤𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙘𝙧𝙮 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙩𝙞𝙢𝙚, 𝙫𝙞𝙫𝙞𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙚. " ✧˖°. " 𝙩𝙧𝙮 𝙣𝙤𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙛𝙖𝙡𝙡. " Viv and Casey have hated each other since they've laid eyes on each other, that's undeniable. Now, they're two of the most promising athletes in their tiny town, and unfortunately for them, classmates who seem to keep being forced together. But somewhere along the way, as they're forced together, they start to realize that maybe they don't hate each other as much as they thought they did. playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2M6y37HuaHh9S1Ri87oeco?si=df6adbc381904fff&pt=722a65c3e856bd6441705ad76ff101bc
Unspoken Love ✅
**Description:** In the bustling halls of high school, where dreams and insecurities intertwine, Maria is a quiet artist who finds solace in her sketchbook rather than the spotlight. But everything changes when she meets Ashton, the charming new student whose smile lights up the room. As their friendship blossoms, Maria discovers the thrill of first love, the joy of shared secrets, and the courage to pursue her dreams. Join Maria on an emotional journey as she navigates the complexities of young love, from the exhilarating first glance to the heart-wrenching misunderstandings that threaten to tear them apart. Experience the magic of school dances, the warmth of supportive friendships, and the bittersweet moments of heartbreak. With each chapter, Maria learns valuable lessons about love, self-acceptance, and the importance of following her heart. Will Maria and Ashton overcome the challenges that life throws their way? Can their bond withstand the trials of adolescence, or will misunderstandings and insecurities drive them apart? Dive into this enchanting tale and discover how love can transform lives, one chapter at a time. **Please support my novel.... I'm a newbie,I hope this novel could make you want to read more** **DON'T PLAGIARISM** **100% MY STORY**Complete
Back To You
#144 in Teen Fiction 4/8/16 Ten year old Natalia Johnson was the shy girl who usually kept to herself. The only person who could even remotely get her out of her shell was her best friend Andrew Vasquez, who she spent every day with. But one day her life took a dramatic turn when her parents announced that they would be moving to a different state. Now, six years later, she's back and eager to catch up with her old friend Andrew. Finding normality in a completely new life seems hard enough, but with ghosts from the past coming back to haunt her and a mysterious new prankster causing trouble, Natalia struggles to separate the truth from the lies. This was written by a child. (Me as a high school freshman) I am leaving it as is, no editing or re-writing. Read at your own risk. Cover made by me :) ~ ~ ~ "I really cannot see how this story isn't number one yet. It's amazing!" ~Tommy-Pickle- "Omg plot twist extreme" ~5secondsofyrsandyrs "Rereading it and I'm going to miss the characters. I've become so attached to them it's not even funny but it's okay cuz I'll read it again." ~Shaibae1046Complete
What He Never Noticed
"I used to love him from across the street. Now I live across the hall." Elena never expected to see Auriga again, let alone live with him. After years apart, she returns to her childhood town for one quiet visit before she starts her new life in culinary school. But one dinner in his home turns into one night, and one night turns into a shared apartment in New York with the boy she's loved in silence since they were kids. "You look different." "I know, right?" Now they cook breakfast together. Share midnight laughter. Brushing hands too often to ignore. Just when it starts to feel like more than friendship, she comes back, the girl from his past who once had his heart. And Elena starts to wonder if history is repeating itself... with her still on the sidelines. "You're not missing me that much, huh?" "Maybe I just stopped hoping you'd notice." Torn between what feels real and what's always been just out of reach, Elena must decide: stay where it's safe, or risk everything and finally ask, "When will it be my turn to be chosen?" "I was always there, Rig. You just never looked close enough." ✨ A slow-burn, heart-aching roommates-to-lovers story ✨ Full of cozy mornings, late-night cooking, and almost moments ✨ For fans of soft heartbreak, quiet resilience, and second chances that aren't guaranteedComplete
Ice cream, Teasing and Awkward Situations
Mia Collins just wanted to get through her senior year of high school with as minimal awkward situations as possible. However, that's kind of hard to do when you have a narcissistic arch-nemesis who's hell-bent on ruining your life. From the moment he laid eyes on her, he seemed to take an immediate dislike. After all, it only took a measly few hours of knowing her for him to kick a soccer ball right at her unsuspecting 11-year-old face. Though they did not know it then, this iconic moment would mark the beginning of what felt like a lifelong feud. Six years later and their mutual hatred for one another is still very much alive and kicking. She despised him, and he despised her and that's the way it always would be. But what happens when sparks fly, and stomachs flutter? Will someone break the eternal feud? One's thing for sure- Mia will definitely not be the one to break. ----------------------------------------- If you're looking for a hilarious, light-hearted teen-fiction book, with a whole load of embarrassing situations, this is the read for you. Follow Mia and Ethan on their journey from hate to love. ---------------------------------------- Warning: The second-hand embarrassment in this book can be incredibly severe at times. ---------------------------------------- THIS BOOK IS COPY-RIGHT PROTECTED! DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES TAKE THIS WORK AND PUT IT ANYWHERE ELSE. ---------------------------------------- Highest ranks: #1 in Teen fiction-August 28, 2020 #1 in Enemies -August 31, 2020 #1 in Young adult- September 5, 2020 #2 in Humor - September 12, 2020Complete
"Do others also have a crush they obsess over for four years, even when he completely ignores them? Probably not... at least not if they're sane." Natalie is thrilled to finally leave high school behind and start a new chapter in her life. She promises herself she won't be the same dumb teenager, obsessing over boys-specifically, one tall basketball player who never even spared her a glance. What began as an intense crush had slowly twisted into self-doubt and resentment over the years, as each ignored glance chipped away at her confidence. Now, she vows to cherish herself more, to be confident, and to never change for anyone else's approval. But what happens when the same guy she grew to hate, after four years of trying and failing to get his attention, ends up at the same university and, for the first time, calls her name? All rights reserved © Natasha Rich All Rights Reserved
More detailsContent Guidelines