Work Stories

"Bridget Jones with a lot more wine! This story is hilarious, feel-good and relatable in all the best ways!" - Grace K @ HQ. She's just quit her high-flying job, and her marriage is coasting on fumes. Can Alice find a sense of purpose in the wreckage? ***** Alice's life isn't going to plan. She's tied to her phone, pointlessly managing PR for a sinking corporate megalith. She's become a bit player in her kids' lives, and her marriage is coasting on fumes. Forcing herself into action with a rash resignation, Alice sets out to make a positive impact on the world around her. But how? Meditation leads to napping, and her attempts to get closer to her teenage daughter result in the discovery of a secret that leaves her at a loss. As the months tick by and a sense of purpose continues to elude her, Alice finds herself forming bonds with the most unlikely characters: the young woman who panhandles outside her old office; the homeless boy who sits cross-legged outside the liquor store with his ginger cat; her own dog walker who, it turns out, knows a thing or two about developing a good crema. Testing the limits of marriage, motherhood and the Toronto subway system -- can Alice find her way into a purpose-driven life? Or will it all be one giant hangover? [*Wattpad Editor's Pick 2018*] [[word count: 70,000-80,000 words]] Readers say: "This had me laughing so loud that my sister came to check up on me to see if I'm OK!!!" "...the new Bridget Jones, a working woman's take on the digital age." About the Author: Working mother and red wine enthusiast, Renee lives in Toronto with her flawed but wonderful family (seriously, who left socks on the kitchen counter?) in a flawed but wonderful house (what *is* that smell in the basement?) where she writes flawed but wonderful stories about what it is to be a woman today.

Based around the 2026 World Cup. The world is watching France chase football's greatest prize. Michael Olise arrives at the World Cup carrying the weight of a nation's expectations, determined to let his football do the talking. Quiet, guarded and more comfortable in the background than the spotlight, he's focused on one thing: bringing the trophy home. Across the lobby of the French team's Boston base camp, Andrea is fighting a very different battle. Once surrounded by comfort in London, she's traded certainty for ambition, working as a hotel receptionist while chasing her dream of a career as a Sports Agent in America. To everyone else, she looks like she has it all. Only she knows how much she's sacrificed to get here. A brief exchange at reception is nothing more than a passing moment. Or so they think. Their two worlds collide to create the purest love they'd ever known....

Achlys Lara's only dream was to find a place and make it her own. Having to move from place to place, was hard on her growing up. She always struggled to get close to anyone, and after a while she realized there was no reason to even make friends when she knew she was going to leave them as fast as they came into her life. Now at twenty-eight, Achlys is learning to stop running away and start living for herself; but more importantly, for her daughter. But the quiet and calm life Achlys has been trying to build for them is shaken up when strange incidents keep happening around her. And not only does she now have to deal with that; she also must deal with her new bosses at work. Three mysterious men, two of whom have no intentions of ever letting her go once they have a taste of her. - GrumpyxSunshine Reverse Harem- MFM

FBI Special Agent Y/N is sent undercover to investigate the world's biggest pop star: Michael Jackson. Her mission is simple. Gain his trust. Write your reports. Find the truth. The Bureau believes multiple suspicious leads justify opening Case File MJ-85-01. But the man she meets is nothing like the one described in the file. As every new report blurs the line between duty and truth, one rule becomes harder to follow... Don't let him know who you really are. And whatever you do... don't fall for him. A story inspired by an alternate timeline.

Isabel and Louis were born to be frenemies. For as long as they can remember, their bond was built on sharp banter, endless competition, and a golden rule: the more you hate, the more you love. Pero habang laro lang ang lahat para kay Louis, si Isabel ay unti-unti nang nahuhulog sa kanya. Terrified of rejection, she kept her unrequited feelings locked away behind every argument. Then, life pulled them apart. Eight years later, muli silang pinagtagpo ng tadhana. They're no longer the kids who fought in the neighborhood, but the moment their eyes meet, the old sparks immediately reignite. As old rivalries flare up, Isabel finds herself fighting the same internal battle-protecting her heart or finally exposing the secret she's carried for nearly a decade. Can eight years of distance change a lifetime of mixed signals, o may mga pag-ibig talaga na nakatadhanang manatiling hindi nasasabi?

Margaux Alarcon is the golden girl of Manila's elite-beautiful, charismatic, and always the life of every party. As the heiress to one of the country's most influential business empires, she spends her nights at exclusive galas, yacht parties, and luxury vacations, believing she's free to live life on her own terms. Damian Montenegro is everything she's not. A disciplined, serious, and notoriously workaholic CEO, he's the sole heir to the Montenegro Group. While everyone his age is chasing the spotlight, Damian is busy expanding the family empire, earning a reputation as the untouchable prince of the business world. When a decades-old agreement between their families resurfaces, Margaux and Damian are forced into an arranged marriage to secure a billion-peso merger that will unite two powerful dynasties. Neither of them wants the marriage. Living under one roof quickly becomes a battlefield of clashing personalities, witty banter, and constant arguments. But behind Margaux's glamorous facade is a lonely woman desperate to be free from all of her duty, while behind Damian's cold exterior is a man carrying the crushing weight of family expectations. As fake smiles turn into genuine laughter and reluctant partnership becomes undeniable attraction, they begin to question whether their marriage was ever just a business arrangement. Can two hearts bound by a golden alliance discover a love worth choosing, or will the expectations of wealth, legacy, and family tear them apart before they ever get the chance? In a world where everything has a price, can love be the only thing that isn't for sale?

Emily had grown up without a family, she was determined to prove herself however she found herself in a abusive relationship, he wouldnt let her leave but eventually he allowed her a job. She gets a job as the assistant to Alexander Blackwood. He is a cruel businessman, a no nonsense Ceo, his assistants dont last long as he fires them for the smallest of things or they run out crying, his harsh attitude has them quitting. He doesn't think much of Emily, but when she doesnt quit, he takes notice, he slowly notices she may not be as happy as she makes out to be, and when he slowly learns of the abuse, he will do whatever it takes to free her from the abuse. After all, nobody touches his assistant .

A cold heart can be warm A deep wound can be healed A fearful soul can be brave A sad face can be happy Nothing is constant. Everything changes. Anything is possible. Be a witness to a story that proves how the perfect timing is never too early and NEVER TOO LATE.

Shivansh Singhania was known for two things: power and coldness. Then came Aadhira Subramaniam-the girl who somehow treated him like more than just the man everyone feared. What begins with an unexpected proposal slowly turns into something neither of them saw coming. Little moments. Unfamiliar feelings. And a relationship that may not stay hidden forever. What happens when sunshine enters the life of a man who has spent years surrounded by walls? Well... let's see if she really becomes his home. 🤍

As an up-and-coming photographer, Lexi Carter never expected to land the opportunity of a lifetime: becoming a Premier League clubs new photo tech. It's the chance she's worked for her entire career - and she's determined not to waste it. The only problem? Jenson Eastwood. The club's star striker is talented, arrogant, infuriatingly handsome, and somehow always in her way. From the moment they meet, sparks fly - and not the good kind. But when long days, away fixtures, and life behind the scenes force them together, Lexi starts to discover there's more to the team's golden boy than the headlines suggest. Getting involved with a player is strictly off-limits. Falling for him could cost her everything she's worked for. Too bad her heart never got the memo. NEW CHAPTERS SUNDAYS, WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS

It's never been a secret that Samantha Harris didn't need a man. In fact, ever since her ex left her for another woman she has done everything to make sure that her kids Colton and Gracie have it all. Quitting her dream career to wait tables was never in her game plan, but it gave her the freedom she needed to be a parent first. So what happens when her friend sets her up on a series of blind dates?

FOR STARTERS! 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐍𝐎𝐓 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧 𝐦𝐲 𝐅𝐍𝐀𝐅 𝐚𝐮. 𝐈 𝐦𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐟𝐮𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐲 𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭! 𝐍𝐨𝐭 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐬𝐞𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐠𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐚𝐳𝐛𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐬! (FNAF WAS CREATED BY SCOTT CAWTHON! I DIDN'T MAKE MOST OF THESE CHARACTERS!) Fazbear Frights: The Spirit Council, is mainly about my OC "Vex." They are very important to the story. There are more OC's inside of the story, however the story is also focused on the McNally family, as Evan McNally (the Father of Jake) is the owner of the Headquarters. How does this work? Read more to find out!

I've worked as a host in a restaurant for over two years now, and these are some rants about experiences I've had.

Welcome, this book will mostly be about myself, any new books you should watch out for that I write, book reviews, anything random.

𝐄𝐗𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐒 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐒𝐄𝐋𝐅 ❀˚̣̣̣͙ y/n never took life for granted. she worked hard for what she had and she was proud of that fact that she came from nothing and turned it into something. paying for her apartment with the view of the city all she needed was a good title in front of her name. what better title could she possibly get other than-'michael jackson's personal assistant.' 𝐄𝐗𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐒 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐒𝐄𝐋𝐅 ❀˚̣̣̣͙ ( michael jackson x fem!reader ) bad era ! started : jul 5. 2026. finished :

"The first time I met him, I didn't know his name. I didn't know where he worked. I didn't know that he was married. And most importantly... I didn't know that I would meet him again."

This is a book that shows a girl's love life and her dark past with her family problems, and if you want to know more, check it out its still ongoing but hope you like the 2 chapters i made.

After auditions lead nowhere, Anne decides to take a break from chasing roles and focus on the opportunities already in front of her. Finish school. Learn through theater. Try again when she's ready. Then one last audition changes everything. Suddenly, she's stepping onto a film set for the very first time, surrounded by seasoned actors, endless training, and a cast determined to befriend the quiet rookie who never joins them after hours. So they make a bet. Whoever gets the rookie to hang out with them three times wins. Everyone thinks it'll be easy. Until one actor begins to realize Anne isn't avoiding them because she's unfriendly. The more time he spends with the girl who always has an excuse to leave, the more he realizes she's hiding far more than shyness. As friendships deepen and feelings grow, they discover that the moments that change lives happen after the cameras stop rolling. Because the best scenes aren't always on screen. Sometimes, the most unforgettable stories begin Beyond the Credits.

[ excerpt] I've been working at this hellhole since junior year, prioritizing covering shifts over studying and socializing so I'd have enough money for college. Turns out I wildly underestimated the cost of tuition and overestimated my work ethic. So now I'm twenty minutes from everything I've been trying to escape. In my new apartment, sandwiched between my old high school that I happily abandoned after graduation, and the restaurant that barely manages to pay my rent.

This story of Ishman and Abhiman blends workplace drama, college rivalry, family dynamics, emotional healing, slow-burn relationships, and personal growth, where every character has something to fight for-and something they need to let go of. Jump in the 6th life of them to watch the drama from the best seat. Disclaimer- This is a work of fanfiction created solely for entertainment and creative purposes. The characters featured in this story are inspired by publicly known personalities; however, the plot, relationships, personalities, events, dialogues, professions, family dynamics, and all other portrayals are entirely fictional and are products of the author's imagination. They are not intended to represent or reflect the real lives, identities, beliefs, relationships, or experiences of any individual. Any resemblance to real-life events or circumstances is purely coincidental. This story is written with respect and admiration for the individuals who inspired the characters and should not be interpreted as factual or biographical in any way. Readers are requested to enjoy this work as fiction and to distinguish clearly between the fictional narrative and reality.