We Could Only Keep It Up For A Little While... DISCLAIMER : IF YOU DO NOT CONDONE SAME SEX RELATIONSHIP, SEXUAL CONTENT ,OR ANYTHING OF THAT MANNER, DO NOT READ THIS. I AM AWARE THAT NO CHARACTERS IN THIS STORY ARE ACTUALLY DEPICTED AS THEY ARE IN REAL LIFE. THIS STORY IS FICTION AND STRICTLY FICTIONAL. PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE ANY NEGATIVE COMMENTS OR REMARKS. I WOULD KINDLY ASK OF YOU TO SIMPLY NOT READ IT OR ADD IT TO YOU LIBRARIES AND/OR READING LISTS. THANK YOU. Started: August 23,2015 Ended: April 18,2016

COMPLETED [boyxboy] Mason Maloney has lived his whole life in the shadow of his twin brother, Nathan, star quarterback of the football team. While Nathan impresses everyone in town with his athleticism, Mason spends his afternoons working at the local bakery. His rather mundane life becomes more interesting when his brother's rival quarterback, Sam Knight, gets a job along side him at the bakery. The rivalry between their two schools should keep them apart, but does it? COVER BY: @Grand_ ~166k words

It could have been simple. Childhood friends - First Crushes - Football - Laughter - Cuteness - Love. Maybe even happily ever after. But it is not simple, and Noah doesn't know why. All he knows is that Ethan suddenly ghosted him when they were thirteen. Cutting their story short at Football. Now, years later, the same game throws them back into each other's lives when Ethan suddenly transfers to Noah's school. What he doesn't know is that Ethan comes fighting an invisible battle for control that Noah can't begin to understand. He just feels frustrated that Ethan seems hell bent on keeping a solid wall between them. A wall that keeps cracking. And the question is, once it finally breaks, can they find their way back to the story they were meant to have? ___________ Completed 19 of February 2026

"Goodbye, Sam Thomas Foster," "Goodbye, Michael October Valley," ------ When Michael came out, life as he knew it ended. Everything fell apart and he lost his best friend. Now, four years later, his former best friend, Sam Foster, is suddenly reappearing in Michael's life. A school camp to solve the rivalry between two school's football teams pushes the former friends closer together and it isn't long before old feelings start to ignite once more. There's only one problem. The past. Will Michael be able to forgive Sam for what happened after he came out, or will the two continue to wander away from each other, lost forever.

"We've been best friends for fourteen years. Did you really think I wouldn't notice? I can see it... in your eyes. Your smile never reaches your eyes." -- When Aspen Ace falls, he falls hard. It's a gradual descent that happens so naturally, Aspen doesn't even recognize anything's changed until he's already neck-deep in an unrequited love for his best friend, Rafe Alvarez. Nervous and insecure, Aspen brings this new revelation to the person he trusts most-his older brother, Alex. He doesn't expect to be met with unconditional acceptance, but the reaction he receives is nightmare fodder. Regret barely scratches the surface of Aspen's emotions when his brother decides to blackmail him, but with no other option, Aspen learns to survive. Aspen can deal with the abuse as long as Alex keeps his sexuality a secret. He'll just wait it out. Aspen will graduate high school with a baseball scholarship and get the hell out of his conservative hometown... if he can endure. But he can't, and Aspen's suddenly fighting not only his brother, but the all-consuming monster in his head.

Noah - Quite and loving, gets bullied for being gay. He doesn't talk to people and deals whit depression at times because of the way he isolates himself. All he truly wants is to be accepted. What will it take to get him out of his shell. Theodore - A soccer player who hides his true self. He is a in the closet gay and loves Noah, his ex best friend. What will it take for Noah to forgive him for what he has done and love him? (BoyxBoy) This is a story about love and what it is worth. Two boys, Noah and Theodore, go through the battle to fight for what they want and acceptance they deserve. I hope you take the time and hear the story about how love can truly conquer all. Warning: There is mention of self harm.

Oliver Pierce and Asher Williams have known each other for years as their dads work together. Secretly, both young men have been crushing on each other yet, they each believe they don't stand a chance with the other and grow apart over the years. But then a chance does present itself. Asher is being transferred from a private school to Oliver's high school. After the school principal finds out the two of them have a history, he asks Oliver to be the one to show Asher around the school, even putting their schedules together so that they have the same classes. As the two of them rekindle a friendship that they thought they'd lost, it soon becomes obvious that their feelings for one another have never died. The more time they spend together, the stronger their feelings become. They both secretly want the friendship to morph into something more, something that they have only ever dreamed of ... But the outside world is waiting for them .... Ready to keep them apart. Ready to throw obstacles at them. And ready to judge.

"What did I want? I wanted to be someone else. Or I wanted to live in a world where I didn't have to want to be someone else." *** Connor Hill lives a life of routine: He goes to school, hangs out with his friends, pretends to be straight, rinse and repeat. He lives a life of anonymity, hiding the fact that he's gay from everyone he knows. But everything changes when he encounters the brooding, enigmatic soccer player, Josh Brooks. As the boys keep finding themselves crossing paths, it becomes more and more difficult to stay apart. Connor begins to question if his philosophy of remaining anonymous is just as painful as coming out and allowing the world to see him as someone they might reject. Secrets will be spilled. Will the truth strengthen the boys' bond? Or will their worlds be shattered? [2024 WATTYS SHORTLIST]

Ben is in a slump. After his "girlfriend" dumps him, he begins to feel his life is in a downward spiral. With a little crew of bullies with bad hair days every day and very few people to depend on, he's got a time bomb hovering over him, counting down the days until his bottled emotions blow up in his face. When a turn of events flips his world around, he's debating if second chances for loved ones are worth the risk. Ben is beginning to learn that you have to roll with the punches sometimes. Who knows? You might just find more than what you were looking for.

**Completed!** Reed Garcia is in denial. With a history of homophobia, Reed just can't accept the fact that he is absolutely in love with his roommate from freshman year. It's long since freshman year, but Reed's feelings for Kyle haven't faded. In fact, they might have gotten worse since realizing that the boy he shared a room with for a year isn't straight at all, and now in a very committed relationship. Reed tries his hardest to forget he ever had feelings for a guy, but nothing, or no one, helps. Instead, he finds help in the most unexpected place ever. Quincy Alder knows, without a doubt, that he's gay. And when a certain boy in his class catches his eye, he knows that he wants him, even though all the signs point to him being straight and homophobic. This is a spin off story from my book More Than Just Roommates. It's not necessary that you read that one first, only recommended.

Part 1: Ethan Sterling can't stop staring at the cute guy sitting in his history class. Chris Davis is tall, dark, and certainly the most handsome guy in any room. So when he starts to call Ethan a friend, Ethan has to decide if staring is enough. Or, if he wants more. _____________________ Part 2: Ethan's life is better than most. He has a job he can stand, friends that he adores, and parents who accepted his sexuality with open arms. But his biggest regret was letting his jealousy ruin the best relationship he ever had. Ethan always wondered what life would be like if he and Chris had stayed together. Now, he gets a chance to answer the question. Because Chris is back in town. And he's looking for Ethan. _________________________________________ (The Other Guy Spin-Off. Stand Alone Book) Date Started: November 15, 2019 Date Finished: December 16, 2022

Damien Carmichael leads a double life. By day he's a high school senior at an elite prep school, just trying to get through his last year without any trouble. He has a girlfriend and up until this year, he was the star player of the lacrosse team. By night, however, he's known as Adamsxboytoyx3 on Tumblr where he writes erotic fanfiction of his favorite books, the Wisher Trilogy. There, he can be his true self. He can be seen because no one knows who he really is. But worlds collide as Damien's former best friend, Tyler seeks revenge for Damien ruining his life, and a new boy causes Damien to re-evaluate his desire to stay in the closet. Can Damien keep everything together even as the world around him seems to be falling apart? Can he keep his secret identity, and his sexuality to himself, or will the world finally learn the truth about Damien?

[BOOK THREE] Ethan Reed has always been the golden boy. The favorite son, the captain of the volleyball team. Perfect. He has to be perfect. But after everything, Ethan finds himself crippled by the pressure of it all. It builds and it builds all the way to a breaking point, so eventually, when Ethan finally cracks under the pressure, no one is surprised. What is surprising however, is the boy that arrives to pick up the pieces. When Ethan struggles to hold it together over the road to the finals, June is there, and together, with him, his friends, and a twin brother desperately trying to heal their broken family, Ethan starts to finally feel like there might be hope after all. [NOTE - this is the THIRD book in the head over heels trilogy. it isn't a stand alone, read the others first!]

Emmet and Clay did not meet on the best of terms, but that doesn't stop them from becoming fast friends. As their bond grows stronger, they will do whatever it takes to maintain this new friendship. Even though that may not be all that either of them wants. After years of living in a conservative southern town, Emmett has developed a hard shell that is not easily pierced. It's gotten even more difficult since breaking up with his first serious boyfriend left him feeling devastated and betrayed. Then a new friend comes along to peel back all the layers of protection, making Emmett feel happy again, and perhaps making him feel something more. The loss of his father at a young age left Clay with severe anxiety. His girlfriend says he's emotionally distant - because he is. Clay never gave much thought to his sexuality. He started dating because all his friends were, and although his relationships never seem to work out, he continues to try, because that's what's expected. The steady track he's been traveling is suddenly upended when he becomes enamored with a boy he just met. Now Clay has to figure out what he wants and how far he's willing to go to get it.

Derrick is the captain of the basketball team Miles is the smartest kid in school Come with me as I take you on a wild adventure into the lives of Derrick Foster and Miles Grant and their loved ones. Secrets will be revealed Hearts will be broken Lives will be changed forever If I were you I wouldn't miss a moment of this book Its worth it I promise you.

Reed Walker had a rough time growing up. One thing he always had was his best friend. Through thick and thin, they dealt with everything side by side. From his abusive father, to changing his whole life. Before they're mating ceremony things heat up, and a silly kiss turns into so much more. Felix Casey is a goofy, lovey kid. His best friend- besides Reed is his mom. He lost his dad young and he clung to his best friend. Wherever Reed goes, Felix is there. As long as he had Reed, he'd get through anything.

BOOK FOUR - PART TWO: THE FOREVER SERIES "I have a mate. I marked my mate! I don't know what came over me. The kiss was so intense, and i could feel it all the way down to my freaking toes. It was amazing, it was everything. I got caught up in the moment, and now I've sealed my fate. To someone I wish I didn't. He's gonna be the fucking Alpha of our pack. What am i supposed to do with that? I don't want that responsibility, and I don't need it. I'm not capable of caring about it. So what did I do? Seal. My. Fate." Ethan comes from a happy home. He has the best dads, the best grandpas, and the best uncle. The best Aunts. He's close with all his family, and he loves them dearly. He's not quite sure about his sexuality, but he doesn't really care. He has two dads, and two grandpas for goddess sake. Who care's if hes gay? Ethan's never really experienced a pull toward someone. Until he met Connor Chase. Connor is a few years younger, and has an earthy scent. It's addicting. It's all consuming. Something deep and dark awaken's in Ethan, and he knows this boy has to be his. When Connors ceremony happens, and the truth comes out, Ethan can't stop himself from wanting the boy. And Connor? Never stood a chance. Connor Chase has a lot of issues. His mental health has never been the best, he struggles with his own demons in silence. No one noticed before, so why would they now?

Sydney Summers is your typical teenager- kinda depressed, hates almost everything about himself- but with a twist. He's gay. And after a bad experience at his old school, he attends a new one, has an uneventful freshman year and is hoping for his sophomore year to be the same. Then... he meets the new kid, Timothy Moon, who is his polar opposite- a cheerful get-along-with-everyone kind of guy. He's wonderful and kind, and everything that Sydney doesn't think he deserves. But everyone has something they didn't know about themselves, and Timothy does, too. [BoyxBoy] [COMPLETED aside for some extra chapters I still have to finish]

Evan Jakes is 5'6, 18 years old and a closeted gay. It seems that every day is on a constant repeat. That is until one day Evan ends up in a situation that isn't ideal. Noah Collen is 6'2, and 19 years old. Noah moves back into his home town after a tragic accident in Florida. Broken, alone and damaged he tries to blend in, hoping to have his last year of high school alone. His world is soon turned upside down when he happens to help the boy with those brown eyes.