London Stories

Free to read! 19-year-old Jane, newly-single, moves to London to work for her friend, Kitty. But Kitty is hiding something about the café - and about Jane and Kitty's past. ***** If you looked at her Instagram, you'd think Jane had the perfect life. But a family tragedy and a big break up shatters that illusion, prompting Jane to drop out of university and move to London. She gets a room above a bookstore and a job as a barista, thanks to her childhood friend Kitty. Struggling with feelings of loneliness among the happy staff, Jane feels further ostracized when Kitty refuses to discuss Matt, who used to live in the bedroom Jane took over and who left under mysterious circumstances. As Jane struggles to find herself, and get the attention of the cute bartender, Harper, she discovers that the Brew Books café is brewing with dark secrets. [[word count: 70,000-80,000 words]]

Sometimes you just might have to die to live again. ***** When art historian Reine Baldwin meets Gabe Moran, a charming journalist, she has no idea their blossoming love will shatter her comfortable life. But a series of clues lead Reine to discover that she's not alone in knowing that she was born centuries ago and-worse yet-there are many things she apparently doesn't even remember. Reine has to face a forgotten past and a forgotten ex-husband (the handsome billionaire Max Baldovini), who-like her-is immortal and cannot truly die. Should she trade her ordinary life with Gabe for the love of Max, a man who's worshipped her for half a millennium? The choice should be easy, until Reine starts to remember things that Max is desperate to make her forget. [[word count: 100,000-150,000 words]]

A sunshine girl. A serious man. Multiple chanced meetings that changed everything. Aurora Blaire wasn't looking for anything serious-especially not while on a girls' holiday. But fate had other plans, for both her and Lucian Thorne: a brutally composed CEO who didn't do random, had never been in a relationship, and was too focused on his businesses to find love. What started as chance run-ins turned into something they couldn't ignore. But how does a man built on control survive the kind of girl who blooms in chaos? ------------------------------------------------------------------ ""Her tipsy boldness kicked in hard, and walked for the armrest near him-planning to sit there casually. But the world tilted, and instead of gracefully settling next to him, she ended up tumbling right onto his lap. His hand shot to her waist, steadying her with surprising gentleness. "Careful, princess." he said, his voice low and smooth, just enough to make her blush harder. "Oops," she giggled, cheeks flaming. "I cant believe it's you Mr. Serious." "Still drunk, I see." And with that, Aurora's mind took off in full chatter mode."" ------------------------------------------------------------------ #1 TEENFICTION #1 SWEET #1 GRUMPY #1 CUTE #1 FUNNY #1 GRUMPYXSUNSHINE #1 RICHGUY

Professor x Student Yuvraj × Ishani 28 x 23 She agreed to marry a stranger to pay off her father's debt-never imagining she'd be widowed before the day ended. Ishani is just 23, with dreams barely begun and a future already bargained away. When her husband dies at the mandap, the whispers begin. Shame, blame, and society's judgment come crashing down. But one man steps forward. Yuvraj Singh Rathore-her 28-year-old professor, the silent observer she never really saw-takes her hand again that day, marrying the widow to shield her from a world that's too cruel to care. They are nothing alike. She's fire and quiet. He's calm and distant. What begins as duty slowly melts into something, neither expected-a quiet companionship, a deep understanding, and maybe... love. But love isn't always easy. Especially when it wasn't part of the plan. "She lost her groom. He gave her a name. One sacred fire, two marriages-bound by duty, tested by fate... but can protection turn into love?" "Not every marriage starts with love-but some end in it."

Becca is just a normal girl except her one of her bestfriends are famous. She meets Walker Scobell through her friend Leah Jeffries. There is something special about the blonde but will it work when a celebrity and a non-famous girl get together Warnings Cursing, stalking, underage drinking and kissing

Alexander Moretti is a twenty-six year old doctor, obsessed with the heart. At work he is focused, a perfectionist and professional, all the qualities a doctor needs. At home he is a father figure for his younger siblings, especially the three year old twins, since their parents went away not long after the twins were born. He was used to his parents being a way much when he was younger. That didn't mean he accepted it though. He makes sure his siblings feel loved and supported, that the twins are raised properly. Alex never thought someone would make him feel loved, cared and supported. But then Charlotte came around, and she made his life so much better. ──── ୨୧ ──── Charlotte Baker, a pediatric nurse, loves her job. She loves talking, playing and comforting children. Especially since she was never comforted, played with and talked to as a child. Living in London, on your own, in the middle of the city is quite expensive. She found out the hard way. But she loves being on her own, though she sometimes does miss a movie buddy. When Charlotte received a hit in the head by a patient, which led to a bloody nose, the nearest doctor stepped in to take care of it, that doctor was dr. Moretti. The moment that her and Alex's eyes locked, she knew enough. He was going to steal her heart. Follow their journey, from the moment they fell in love.

JUST AS LONG, AS YOU STAND... STAND BY ME. June Caulfield is a very simple person, thank you very much. She likes sunny days, old music, messing with her sister, going out with her best friend, playing chess with her grandpa, taking long walks with the dogs she takes care of for her neighbours... She loves little big things. George Weasley was a very simple person. He liked his school, Hogwarts, and his family, especially his twin, Fred. But school ended and Fred's not there anymore. He's not been there for... what, seven months now? He died in the battle of Hogwarts. Sometimes George forgets. He turns around and Fred's not there. There isn't his warm laugh in the air, or his cheeky grin by his side. George lost his spark. But June is a literal fire, and George's about to get burnt. ★ Copyright goes to J.K. Rowling (whom I DON'T support) except for my original characters. Enjoy!!

𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐌𝐏𝐀𝐆𝐍𝐄 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐁𝐋𝐄𝐌𝐒 ┈➤ He was sunshine, I was midnight rain. ❝ Querido y gentil lector. La hermana del duque de Hastings, Marjorie Russell esta casada con el muy codiciado Anthony Bridgerton. ¿Pero como es posible que de la noche a la mañana ambos terminaran casados? Hay una historia detras de todo esto querido y gentil lector, y esta autora revelara todo lo que este en sus manos sobre este inesperado matrimonio Revista de sociedad de Lady Whistledown ❞ Inicio: 10 • 01 • 2026 Publicada: 05 • 02 • 2026 Terminada:

Freya Skye has spent years cementing her place in her family's London empire. She's professional, she's driven, and she's finally taken seriously-until Malachi arrives. Sent by his parents from across the globe to learn "responsibility," Malachi is the one person Freya has never been able to tolerate. Now, she's forced to share her office and her projects with him, and Freya is about to find out that her biggest professional threat isn't a market crash-it's the guy across the desk who knows exactly how to get under her skin.

A stern father compels Zarrar, 29-year-old surgeon into an arranged marriage with Hana, a 22-year-old student living in London. Zarrar's quiet and precise -surgeon hands, feelings kept in small, tidy drawers. He shows up: checks BP without being asked, doesn't do big speeches; he does refills and follow-through. Hana-bright, stubborn, and armed with wedding rituals -a full on desi glow,talks before she thinks, moves through rooms like she owns the air in them Electricity, sarcasm, and two very different ideas of "marriage" share the life. dive into the story of something very different from soap operas. TROOP ~ choas x cold yapper x listener age gap. doctor's divine

Veil Of Truth Series (Book 1) "Amina, a devout niqabi Muslim and final-year medical student from India, has always held her faith close. She has come to London to complete her studies, but life takes a turn when she finds herself in an arranged marriage with Zayd, a wealthy Londoner. Zayd, however, is a name-only Muslim-disillusioned, detached, and burdened by the weight of his wealth and an embittered view of the world. Their marriage was orchestrated by Zayd's mother, who hopes Amina's piety will reignite her son's lost connection to faith. But Zayd resents the arrangement, convinced that Amina somehow manipulated his mother into this union. Now, under the same roof yet worlds apart, Amina and Zayd navigate the palpable tension between them. Will their forced bond soften their differences, or will it only widen the chasm in their hearts, leaving them further apart than ever before? A story of faith, conflict, and resilience, this tale explores whether two people from vastly different worlds can ever find common ground-or if destiny has a different path for them entirely." Highest Rank #1 - Muslim #1 - Niqabi #3 - Urdu #3 - Misunderstanding #4 - Husbandandwife #5 - Faith

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What if Peggy Carter's granddaughter Emma who looks just like Peggy joins the Avengers?

{Season 1/ complete} At KISS, surrounded by new friendships, old expectations, and the glittering pressure of being children of powerful families, Kiranmayi Kapoor must decide whether she was wrong about Minho Moon, her first love and heartbreak... or whether he is about to prove her right all over again. {Season 2/ ongoing} Kiranmayi faces a new challenge as a new face arrives at KISS and tests her relationship with Minho. As unexpected emotions begin to surface, she finds herself questioning everything she thought she understood about love and connection. At the same time, a hidden passion for music begins to take shape, pushing Kiranmayi toward a path that could change her life forever.

„Amint belépett Belly azon az ajtón jól tudtam, hogy muszáj lesz elkerülnöm ezt a lányt. Belly volt az, aki feszegetni kezdte a határaimat, de ő akkor még nem tudta, hogy mibe keveri bele magát..."

if only i knew what my heart was telling me ─────── 𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘯 𝘤𝘰𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘳 𝘹 𝘧𝘦𝘮 𝘰!𝘤 © 𝐜𝐜𝐝𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐬, 2026

Hoorain Mujtaba, a kind, pious, innocent naive girl was always protected from the cruelty of the world under the wings of her parents. Being the only daughter, she was the apple of their eyes, loved and pampered by her family until one unfortunate day her world came crashing down when she lost her parents in a tragic accident just at the age of eighteen, leaving her shattered with a broken soul, broken dreams and hopes as her own people betrayed her. After the demise of her parents, she started living with her mamu family however her mami wasn't pleased with her staying over. Experiencing the harshness and cruelty of the world at such a young age made Hoorain firm and strong. She eventually learned to hide her pain behind her alluring vsmile and only mourn in front of her dear Allah. Besides that she had immersed herself in the fictional world of novels in the hope that one day she'd find someone who'd take her far away from the world and fill her void with his immense love and kindness. Zaviyar Ansar, A well reputed and successful pilot situated in London. At the age of 16 he had lost his most precious person of his life, his father leaving him no choice but to become strong and a pillar of support for his family being the only son and brother to his two little sisters. He put his father's wish of studying in London and becoming a pilot above, hence he permanently shifted there while his family stayed back in Pakistan. His father's death had left a huge impact on him, turning him into a mature, responsible and serious guy that he never was. He had spent a hefty time in loneliness and working hard to provide for his family that he lost himself in the process. Two different people but going through the same pain and loneliness and yearning for a pure love that can heal and complete their broken soul. What will happen when these two will be bound together in an arranged marriage when he pays a visit to Pakistan for his sister's wedding??

ANYTHING BUT LOVE BY TATE MCREA !! Mable and Matthew were never meant to find each other again. Too much history. Too much pain. Too many secrets. But when he comes back into her life, everything starts again -- the tension, the fights, the pull neither of them can escape. Because what do you do when forgetting is impossible? When living without someone feels like trying to breathe without air? He hurts her. She hurts him back. They can't let go, no matter how hard they try.

This slope is treacherous, and I, I, I like it..... A chance encounter in a London café leads to a single night one could never forget.... Beatrice Darcy has been trying to live an average life since moving out of her parents' home 3 years ago after realising her life then wasn't what she really wanted. Becoming the famous journalist she's always aspired to be hasn't been easy, but she's finally starting to feel normal.... Her almost daily visit to her favourite café always brings her calm and inspiration, being able to spend time around her best friend Clara, who waitresses there. But on a particularly dark and rainy morning, where the wet streets and the café are packed with people dying to see one thing. Or four. When the café suddenly becomes almost empty, it turns into a good hiding spot for someone out running a crowd....

London in October is golden hour made permanent, the light amber, the air sharp, the city briefly, accidentally beautiful. Aniyah Collins knows this light well. She sketches it, chases it, builds her whole quiet world around it. What she doesn't expect is to find it in a person. Harry Styles sees the world through a lens, portraits of strangers, ordinary moments made extraordinary, lives he captures but never quite steps into. He's spent years being the one who looks. He's never been very good at being seen. When a wrong coffee order and one throwaway line set something in motion neither of them planned for, two people who have made an art of keeping the world at a careful distance will have to decide if warmth is something you can keep at arm's length, or if some lights, once you've stood in them, are simply impossible to walk away from.