Then. | Luigi Mangione
High school love ... either a match made in heaven, or your first taste of deep trauma. But, is it possible for a relationship to be both of those things, all at once? *** PREQUEL to Deadlines…
High school love ... either a match made in heaven, or your first taste of deep trauma. But, is it possible for a relationship to be both of those things, all at once? *** PREQUEL to Deadlines…
He broke your heart eight years ago. He was your high school sweetheart. You two did everything together. He was always there, through every illness and rainy day. But suddenly, it changed. He didn't give you an explanation. He just told you he wanted out. You'd spent the last four years together, graduation was right around the corner. It took you forever to get over it, to accept it. He was the only man in the world for you. He cared so much about the life around him. He was all you ever dreamed of as a little girl. You never thought you'd heal...& now he's back. But not in the way you'd hoped.…
𝐍𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐠𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐮𝐬 𝐒𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢 𝐚 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞, 𝐡𝐞'𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞.…
Just 19 years old, Aryanna Kollie was faced with the challenge of a lifetime: rule the continent of Africa. Born in Washington D.C., USA, Aryanna (better known as Arya), lived a simple, quiet life. Her mother died while she was young and her father was a businessman. Arya stayed out of the way and focused on her responsibilities growing up. She wasn't one to have much fun or experience many coming-of-age situations. Innocent and vulnerable, Arya's entire life took a full 360 turn after a generous political move by the world's five most developed countries put her father in a position to be the king of the entire continent of Africa. What's more, Arya's older brother wanted no part in their father's royal mess, ultimately giving up his title. That left Arya to be the heir of Africa, but that was okay because Arya knew she had time. Until she didn't. An underlying illness caused King Lawrence, Arya's father, to pass away far too soon, leaving Arya to be the Queen of Africa at just 19 years old. A single woman, inexperienced in the world of royalty and not even out of her teens yet, Arya faced scrutiny and tribulations, having to show her strength and courage right off the bat. She knew being Queen would not be easy, but Arya never imagined that ascending to the throne would involve rigorous loss, emotions heavier than one can control, betrayals, and constant sacrifice.…
When a potential career threatening injury hurdles Nicholas Rosa's way, he's left with no choice but to sit out for some time...leaving him motivated to get back on the football field as soon as possible, and giving him a lot more free time. However, what's free time to an injured football player that knows nothing other than football? ***It's now the end of 2023 and things are a lot different than they were just a mere two years prior at Norwood high, or even some months earlier as freshman at FSU. Now joined by Hailey and Zach, it seems the group has hardened their friend circle. Nova and Aubrey are more in-love than ever, Jason's ready to be a father, Maddy is healing, and Lewis is somehow a free man. But what is Nick? Besides football, he doesn't know a thing about himself or his meaning in life. Already a somewhat persuadable person, Nick is approached by someone he least expects, and ends up in a compromising position rather quickly after receiving an injury diagnoses: one that gives him no choice but to pick between him, or his friends. If Nick picks himself, then his friend's lives will fall apart. But if he picks his friends, he'll suffer beyond imaginable. In a constant struggle of uncertainty, Nick tries to find balance between the two options. He has a hard time doing so and in result, both he and his friends endure hurtful situations. Eventually tired of the confusion and charades, Nick's friends go behind his back to get to the bottom of the situation. What they find out shocks them to the core, but if there's anything this group has learned in the past year, it's that's no problem is too big a hassle. What lengths will Nick's friend's go to save him?…
Nova has lived a life full of embarrassment, failure, and loneliness. Aubrey on the other hand, has lived a life full of success, pride, and popularity. Nova Christine Milan and Aubrey Celine Bryant are two girls of completely different backgrounds, down to their race. They grew up on two different sides of Orlando, and therefore have been through fairly different experiences. However, when Nova faces yet another tragic event, and Aubrey's actions put her in trouble, the two girls find their way to Norwood high for their senior year. With Nova determined to finally have success, and Aubrey determined to continue her streak of greatness, a rivalry forms. But, as time goes on and unexpected events unfold, both girls realize that their "rivalry" was never as deep as they had believed it was. Or maybe, there was never even truly a rivalry to begin with?[word count: 115,000-150,000]…
When Ava James, a senior transfer student at UConn, becomes obsessed with basketball stars Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd after seeing a leaked private video, she hatches a plan to get closer to them. Determined to insert herself into their lives, Ava starts a fan club dedicated solely to Paige, catching the attention of both Paige and Azzi.As Ava navigates the complex world of college sports and the relationships between the UConn women's basketball team members, she finds herself entangled in a web of secrets, jealousy, and forbidden desires. With each passing day, the lines between admiration and obsession blur as Ava grows closer to both Paige and Azzi, forming intimate bonds that threaten to unravel the delicate balance within the team.Paige, the outgoing and flirtatious star player, finds herself drawn to Ava's attention and the excitement of their budding relationship. Meanwhile, Azzi, reserved and prone to jealousy, grapples with her own growing feelings for Ava and the strain it puts on her complicated relationship with Paige.As the drama unfolds, other team members like the playful and supportive KK and the pragmatic and observant Ice find themselves pulled into the fray, each with their own motivations and interests in the tangled web of relationships.However, as Ava's actions begin to catch up with her, she is forced to confront the consequences of her choices and the impact they have on those around her. With the help of therapy and the support of her newfound friends, particularly KK, Ava embarks on a journey of self-discovery, personal growth, and redemption.Will Ava's obsession with Paige and Azzi lead to her downfall, or will she learn to navigate the treacherous waters of love and friendship? Can Paige and Azzi's relationship survive the turmoil caused by Ava's presence, or will they emerge stronger and more committed than ever? And will Ava find the strength to face her own demons and forge a path towards healing and genuine connection?…
Top Rating: #1 in bwwm (April 2020) ---------------------------Jace Norman plays Henry Hart, a charming sidekick from the show Henry Danger, who seems to have it all. One day when a new season begins, the makers of Henry Danger realize they need more characters for their smaller roles. Ciara DesPones, a shy yet charasmatic African American teenager, is looking for a job that she might enjoy. She decides to try acting just at the right time. To her surprise, she lands herself a role on Henry Danger. For Ciara, this is a dream come true. Even though she doesn't know much about acting, she believes she's ready. Ciara has no idea just how crazy the adventure she's about to embark on is. What Ciara doesn't know, is this isn't just about acting. Ciara is about to embark on her own coming of age. From feelings, to firsts, to the Kids Choice Awards, Ciara's fun is just beginning. For Jace, this is an eyeopener. He gains leadership skills, confidence, and motivation to be better. Will Ciara's presence be the reason why Jace attains all of this? Falling in love with your celebrity crush is a fantasy fulfilled. So exactly how much will Ciara endure to make this dream...come true?…
A wise man once said: "love conquers all" ... But does it really? ⚢ ⚢ ⚢On June 1st, 2022, two freshly graduated 18 year olds: Nova Christine Milan and Aubrey Celine Bryant, said "I do" at the altar. Young, naive, and knee deep in love, the two believed that their senior year at Norwood High would be the absolute end of their troubles... especially since they were now out and proud. However, before college could even roll around, the Milan-Bryant pair withstood a few hardships. The two girls had no idea that these mishaps were just a mere foreshadowing in comparison to what was yet to come for them. At the time, Nova and Aubrey managed to keep their heads up high and looked forward to living on their own in a city 3 hours away from where their unpredictable love story began. But with change, comes pain. Trying to adapt to a new college bound life, Nova and Aubrey unintentionally fall face first into an assortment of predicaments strong enough to not only break their friendships, but also their marriage. Having grown to become the nucleus of their friend group, the couple find themselves juggling between everybody's issues, carrying way too much on their plate. Something has to go. I mean, Nova and Aubrey got married at an incredibly young age and in the heat of the moment...Was their marriage ever even really worth it ? [𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭: 𝟓𝟎,𝟎𝟎𝟎 - 𝟓𝟖,𝟎𝟎𝟎]…
Mabel Cano is a fifteen year old girl from Tallahassee, Florida. She is an only child, who comes from immigrant parents that do all they can to provide for her. Mabel's home life is great, but outside of that, her life is hell. Even though things seem rough, Mabel doesn't seem to think much of it, until she goes through a devastating series of unfortunate events, worse than she's ever put up with. Now, spiraling deep into depression, Mabel's heart and mind go head to head. In attempts to find happiness before it's too late, Mabel breaks out of her shell, and selflessly puts her feelings aside for the sake of those who care about her. She's her parent's only child, and she knows they love her more than anything. Wouldn't it be a shame if they lost her?…