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When Sierra Vaughn moves into a charming little house in a quiet town, she expects peace, inspiration for her next novel, and maybe even a fresh start. What she doesn't expect is him-Damien Wolfe, the brooding, ex-Marine who lives right across the street. Grumpy, private, and impossible to read, Damien wants nothing to do with his lively new neighbor-especially when her Golden Retriever, Chestnut, keeps invading his perfectly ordered life. When an unexpected obstacle forces them into a reluctant agreement, Sierra and Damien find themselves thrown into each other's lives in ways neither of them anticipated. She's sunshine; he's a storm. She talks too much; he barely speaks. She believes in romance; he doesn't believe in much of anything anymore. But the line between annoyance and attraction is a thin one. And as their forced proximity turns into something deeper, Damien realizes that the real clause in this arrangement might just be letting her in. After all, falling for the girl next door was never part of the contract.

Sapnap, a notoriously sullen computer science major, is attending North Carolina State University, along with his roommate and long-time internet friend, Dream. While Dream has been pining over the pretty British boy in a couple of his classes, Sapnap finds himself having a much harder time avoiding a certain gray-eyed ray of sunshine that their mutual friend, Quackity, introduced him to. *The story will not be told chronologically. Chapters will vary from Freshman year (2015-2016 school year) to Senior year (2018-2019 school year). Chapters will be dated at the top to avoid confusion. Also, for reference, 'present day' is spring semester of senior year.* (The classic, 'the grumpy one is soft for the sunshine one' trope)

What would you say if someone told you that the quiet girl that sits at the back of the classroom with her twin brother and best friend was actually...... A stripper! Nah nah I'm kidding but she does have a secret. 17 year old Allorah Woods developed a stuttering speech disorder from some childhood events, having moved to New York with her family shes starting a new and she is not going to make the same mistakes she's made in the past. She's not going to speak. Having this pact with herself it doesn't stop her from making a new friend Jordan and chasing her dreams to become a musician, but it does give her a few problems. Having had run into 2 of the New York's most feared mafia heirs she puts herself on their radar immediately. When they approach her at school and realise that she doesn't speak, Archer Greyson King makes it his mission to finally crack her. But his friend William Scott is the only one who has the power to ruin her. Having had the most feared reputation with how he deals with his enemies Will can't help but feel this pull to be around Allorah, listen to her, watch her, protect her. What happens when the man who has no cracks and weakness, suddenly become so vulnerable? "She became my escape, she became my drive, she became my weakness.... She became my silent plea."

Meet Skylar Howard, she a stubborn softy. She's struggling in school getting grades that are leading her to the path of failing. Her mother suggests for her to get a tutor, but shes doesn't want one. To her disappoint, however, she's given one without a choice. Skylar imagines a twenty-five year old who will be an obnoxious genius, but little does she know they're the same age. Meet Caleb Scott, a smart sweetheart. His mother is good friends with Mrs. Howard and asks her son if he'd be interested in tutoring her daughter. Caleb is up for the job, not minding the extra cash, and is curious on how it'll go. He imagines a ten year old girl who's struggling in her studies and needs a bit of help. But little does he know she's the same age and with a strong attitude. When they meet how will they react to each other? (Hey, you! Reading my summary (: I hope you enjoy the story if you decide to read! And I hope you decide to read it too ^•^) It's in the process of revision but it's no problem to read it with that going on.

In the bustling halls of Harvard University, where ambition fuels every student's dreams, Tristan Montgomery and Emery Davis find themselves unlikely roommates in a cozy apartment just off campus. As an engineering major navigating the demanding world of STEM, Tristan approaches life with a logical mindset and a flair for problem-solving. He's the quintessential innovator, always tinkering with gadgets and dreaming of designs that could change the world. Emery, on the other hand, is the heart of the duo-a passionate education major who believes in the power of teaching and nurturing future generations. Her vibrant personality and empathy draw people in, creating a warm atmosphere in their shared space that often feels like home. As the academic year unfolds, the two find comfort in their friendship, relying on each other through late-night study sessions and shared pizza dinners. But as they balance the pressures of their studies, a new dynamic begins to emerge. Each lingering glance and playful exchange hints at something deeper, challenging the boundaries they've set for themselves. When a late-night study session turns into a moment of vulnerability, Tristan and Emery are forced to confront the feelings that have been brewing beneath the surface. As their friendship teeters on the edge of something more, they must navigate the complexities of their differing ambitions and the risks that come with love. In a place where every choice matters, will they take the leap into the unknown, or will they let fear hold them back?

Ryan wasn't expecting to end up with the captain of the hockey team as a roommate, and she certainly didn't expect the initial sexual tension between them to blossom into love. In desperate need of a place to stay, Ryan Winters doesn't see an issue with rooming with the captain of the hockey team, Ethan Russell. After all, she's focused on her studies, getting over an ex, and honestly, not that into athletes. Though the more time she spends getting to know her new roommate, the more it becomes apparent that Ethan is the exact type of guy she could fall for. When lines begin to blur and drama from the past threatens to tear them apart, can the two of them find a way to keep both their friendship-and their relationship-from crumbling to pieces? [[word count: 90,000-100,000 words]] Cover designed by April Alforque

As an up-and-coming social media influencer, Sadie Dwyer has had enough of the expectations thrust upon her and is finally ready to start living life on her own terms. Goodbye cushy corporate finance job, goodbye Los Angeles, and hello fresh start. Sort of. Back in her hometown of Seattle, sure, she has her disapproving parents breathing down her neck, but she's also free to explore what truly makes her happy-creating content and helping others. And it just so happens, her first project is closer than she ever expected. Rhett Morris hadn't envisioned such a ray of sunshine tenant moving into the apartment above his bar-not when he's still haunted by the dark days of his past-and it's clear from the get go that he and Sadie are complete opposites. Like night and day or oil and water. Does his twin brother care about that though? No, not even a little. Soon enough, Sadie is helping the brothers vamp up their bar's presence on social media, forcing the two to become a regular part of each other's lives. The more time the two spend together, it's clear the walls they've built up around their hearts begin to fall away. But it's hard to know if the connection between them is real, or if it's just the latest trend.

𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐋𝐄𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐂𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐆𝐄 𝐑𝐎𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄 with soft and mature themes. College senior Sierra adores her best friend Brian, but he inadvertently thwarts her love life on occasion. She didn't expect to meet Nick that night, but they quickly fell in love, and she's scrambling to make the puzzle pieces fit. 𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐃 𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐓: about 100k 𝐓𝐑𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐒: dual POV, college romance, first love, like brother and sister, trauma, the power of family 𝐅𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐃 on ��������'s New Adult profile "Romance & Drama" and "Mature Content", and Romance profile "Head over Heels" lists. ---------- "We're just friends!" Sierra Carr and Brian Pena have repeated that phrase for the past eight years about their dynamic friendship. Nick Garrett's sole plan was to survive senior year unscathed. Falling in love was not on his to-do list, but when he meets Sierra, that vow flies right out the window. As romance fires up, Nick struggles to remain cool about Sierra and Brian's friendship, and Sierra scrambles to figure out how to keep them both in her life. Will Sierra have to sacrifice her relationship with Brian, or can she and Nick make it work amidst the jealousy?

❝ What you seek is seeking you.❞ ❝ What you seek is seeking you.❞ ❝ What you seek is seeking you.❞ Ruby took his words casually - very casually - and that marked the beginning of a lifetime experience. *** Joseph Holden has no time for love, sympathy, and shit. Over the last thirteen years, his vision is focused on finding a girl, whom he can present as Mrs. Warner's long-lost daughter. His patience pays off well when he happens to meet Ruby; a twentysomething, disgruntled singer, who survives on a pittance. Blinded by the urge to net thousands of dollars and desperate to break free from the clutches of Madame Tao, Ruby believes that this chance encounter will change her life completely. Danger. Danger. Danger. What happens when she enters the mansion and meets the most cryptic ensemble in the world; her handsome brother who couldn't stop side-eyeing her? Or, her best friend with blue eyes and golden hair who has no qualms about facing hatred-ridden refusals? For how long will the self-serious Joseph hide his outgrown feelings in the name of a master plan? More importantly, there is another story building up side by side, to which Ruby is unbeknownst and which will surely cost her dearly. [ above 1,00,000 words ] [ recent addition on @BadassReads, the ruffians reading list ]

Emery Montgomery is no stranger to the spotlight, after all when you're the heir to the English throne, privacy isn't something you're used to. So when she's sent to New York City to attend university and in attempt to better her family's public image, she hopes the change of pace will give her the freedom she so desperately craves. The last thing she expects when moving into her dorm, is that she's not alone, a roommate mix-up leads to Greyson Collins, son of a wealthy CEO and so-called "family man" getting the shock of a lifetime when he learns that the girl in his dorm isn't just the annoyingly hot girl that bumped into him in the hallway, She's a Princess. While they attempt to stay stubborn in their claims that they hate each other, rooftops and parking lots will teach them just how much they have in common and maybe just how much they truly need each other. Emery will learn what she's willing to sacrifice when it comes to the choice between love and duty. ••••• "Even in the sea of gold that filled the room she shined the brightest," •*•*•*•*• *This book was previously named, It Started With The Crown, and is the first book in the illicit series!! ✨Highest ranking✨ #1 in collegeromance 11/24/23 #1 in royal blood 1/5/24 #1 in roommates 4/2/24 #1 in girlxboy 4/5/24 #1 in cliche 4/7/24 #1 in royalfamily 4/11/24 #1 in forcedproximity 4/22/24 #1 in rich 5/2/24 #1 in nyu 5/25/24 #1 in fighter 8/13/24 #1 in arrangemarriage 12/30/24 #2 in love story #2 in Princess 11/21/23 #7 in grumpy12/31/22