Ema Howard is new to London, moving there all the way from California. As soon as she turned 19, she took her bags and headed to the city of her dreams. She started small as a youtuber then became an Internet sensation after finishing high school. But the one youtuber that inspired her to make this all happen was the one and only Dan Howell. All that it appeared to be in the beginning, was a strong friendship with him. But as soon as her emotions got churned and confused she realized it wasn't. She tries to suppress her feelings but at the same time, give him hints. But, does she know Dan's doing the same thing?
Dan is struggling with his self confidence. Well, let's be honest. Dan has no self confidence and struggles to face the harsh realities of life and the pessimistic thoughts and voices that inhabit and nag his brain constantly. Phil tries to help his friend to realize that he really isn't as much as a monster as he thinks of himself to be. These two friends embark on a journey of love, hate, discovery, and confusion. And will they even still be friends by the end of the journey? Will Dan's turmoil break apart their friendship or turn it into something more? Dan and Phil try to answer to the burning question, How to Help Howell?
WARNING:
Some of this story may be triggering, so if you're sensitive to depressing topics and/or thoughts, gay slurs, mentions of eating disorders, and self harm, this may not be the story for you, which is perfectly fine. Read at your own risk!
In case you didn't know, this is Dan Howell and Phil Lester fanfiction. If you haven't heard of them, then go check out their YouTube channels (AmazingPhil and danisnotonfire) right now. It won't take you long to fall in love with them and once you do, come back and read the story. :)