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Snowed in. One bed. And my very off-limits hookup. It was supposed to stay casual—just a little fun on the side. But then Arthur, my secret fling and my dad’s right-hand man, gets stuck at our place during a winter storm. My dad? Oblivious. The tension? Absolutely not. The rules were clear: keep it quiet, keep it simple, definitely keep it out of the house. But with nowhere to go and the sparks only getting hotter, resisting him isn’t exactly going well.

Richard just got the invite of a lifetime—from a secret society known only as The Order. Access to the kind of world most people never even glimpse. But first? He has to prove himself. The assignments they give aren’t easy—and failure isn’t exactly an option. Richard knows the risks. He knows the game. But the deeper he goes, the harder it gets to tell who’s on his side and who’s playing him. Secrets stack up. Lines blur.

Written by Steven Afon, the main character of “The Desert Within,” these stories weave sci-fi tropes into romance with LGBTQ+ protagonists.

Three tales. Three men with everything to lose. Written by Steven Afon—the not-so-reliable narrator of The Desert Within—this collection spins sci-fi tropes into heart-twisting relationship dramas. In Alternate Truth, Mason hides a dangerous secret from his boss, Elliott… and from himself. In The Ticket, a dying old man wrestles with the memory of a love that slipped through his fingers. And in Construct, a man risks it all for the one he can’t let go, even when the outcome is uncertain. Past, future, now—each story asks the same question: How far will you go for the person who matters most?

Simon is stuck at the airport due to heavy rains from a tropical storm. He ends up sharing a hotel room with a Hargrave University legend; Bart Stone. What will it be like to spend time with his idol?

Cezar didn’t plan to return to the spotlight. But when his former adult entertainment company invites him to a reunion shoot in Barcelona, curiosity wins out. Between the sun, the city, and the cameras, he meets Alonzo—a local cam celebrity with charm to burn. What starts as a simple shoot quickly blurs into something more intimate, more real, and way more complicated. Cezar thought he’d left that world behind, but Barcelona has other plans… and Alonzo might be the most unexpected twist of all.

Austin is a thief with his eyes on the perfect score—Scott Harding. The plan is simple: get close, earn trust, and walk away rich. But the more time he spends with Scott, the harder it becomes to follow through. Feelings weren’t part of the job, and now Austin is trapped between his heart and his next big payday. When the line between con and connection blurs, will he risk it all for love or take the money and run?

Christian’s just landed his dream: art school on a full scholarship. But dreams get complicated when he develops a crush on Jonathan, a model posing for one of his assignments. After dealing with bullies in high school, Christian’s not exactly eager to make the first move. Jonathan is confident, charming, and everything Christian finds intimidating. He’s sworn off drawing attention—but fate has other plans. When an unexpected twist forces Christian to ask for Jonathan’s help, he can’t avoid him anymore. Could this be the start of something… or is it just a sketch of what could be?

Mateo steps onto campus expecting nothing more than late nights, study sessions, and maybe a decent GPA. But everything shifts when he meets Rupert—a brilliant coder with a quiet presence and a mind-blowing invention. As they team up over tech and laughter, friendship blooms fast. And just when Mateo thinks he has it all figured out, feelings start to scramble the code. At this elite university, it turns out the biggest lesson isn’t in the classroom—it’s about connection, vulnerability, and the kind of chemistry you can’t debug.

After the loss of his brother Theo, Andrew finds himself on a family trip to Cancun, struggling to cope with his grief. Amid the waves of sorrow, he meets James, whose easy charm and warmth begin to draw Andrew out of his shell. As their bond deepens, Andrew is faced with the possibility of allowing himself to move forward and feel again. What starts as friendship soon blossoms into something more, but Andrew must decide if he’s ready to embrace this new connection or remain tethered to the past.

During a trip through Europe, Tyler takes the night train to Switzerland. He ends up in the same sleeper with the elusive Roland. After a night of drinks and fun, Roland invites Tyler to rest in a hotel. It soon becomes apparent that there is more to Roland than meets the eye.

Max leads a double life. By day, he workers as a banker and is a dutiful boyfriend to his girlfriend who is in a coma. But that’s not who he really is. Nora isn’t his girlfriend—she’s his stepsister who he is trying to save. To earn the funds to care for Nora, he spices things up at his second job as a sex worker at Gentlemen for Gentlemen. Along the way, Max experiences love and loss—along with a few new behind-closed-door tricks.

Age Rating: 18+

Felix Bergen has faced tough assignments before, but none quite like Marcus Westfield. As the bodyguard for the flamboyant and unpredictable creative director of Vero haute-couture, Felix is thrown into a world of high fashion, fiery tempers, and constant chaos. While protecting Marcus from external threats, Felix must also guard his own heart as unexpected sparks fly between them. In a glamorous world where appearances reign supreme, can Felix keep Marcus safe—and resist the allure of the man behind the designs?

Being the assistant to a tech mogul is no walk in the park, but when he's tasked with babysitting the boss's charming and infuriating brother, things take a turn for the absurd. Stuck between balancing real-world responsibilities and a growing tension he didn’t sign up for, he finds his only solace in the metaverse—a digital escape where anything is possible. But as virtual lines blur with reality, he must navigate his feelings and figure out if love can bridge both worlds or if it’s all just code in the end.

At his brother’s wedding, Dillon never expects to meet someone who will turn his world upside down. A handsome stranger named Noah sweeps him off his feet, and what begins as a simple hookup soon becomes something far deeper. But Noah isn’t just any man—he’s a mega celebrity, living a life far removed from Dillon’s humble background. As their connection intensifies, Dillon is forced to confront the glaring differences between their worlds. Can their love survive the spotlight, or will the pressures of fame tear them apart?

Dive in and explore love, second chances, and finding your place in someone else’s world with this story.

From the Universe of Discretion:

Vee is sent on a special mission with a classified item onboard his spaceship. Obviously, he can't help his curiosity and discovers the highly advanced android ADAM.

This story is featured as a web movie in "Discretion" and other books in the universe. Enjoy!

On the eve of his sixteenth birthday, Brennick’s life changes forever. Taken from his home by a mysterious mage, he is whisked away not to the Circle of Ullu as expected, but to the enigmatic Fortress of Fy'ren. Confused and uncertain, Brennick finds himself drawn to his captivating attendant, Falco. As he navigates his new life, he’s left to wonder why he was really brought here. Magic swirls, secrets unfold, and Brennick’s destiny is intertwined with the fortress—and Falco—in unexpected ways.

This story dives into the world of The Warlock's Son, a TV show featured within the universe of Discretion!

Patrick is approached by members of "The Dead House" fraternity who aim to be the most inclusive frat house on campus. Soon a secret crush on his roommate and a steamy encounter with a fellow frat member make Patrick's life far more complicated than it's ever been.

Sebastian is hired as a private fitness trainer for Calvin Furst. Working with a very tight deadline, can he get the enigmatic founder of AcuTech in shape before his big event?

Isaac McKenzie moves back to the US after five years abroad. His next-door neighbor has been tasked with keeping an eye on him till his parents arrive. Steven never expected Isaac to be so mature, yet introverted. Will the next three weeks end up being more than what he bargained for?

Killian is not particularly looking forward to joining a cross-Atlantic cruise for his mother's fiftieth birthday. Circumstances quickly change in a very unexpected way when he meets the mysterious Jean Pierre

After an accidental first encounter, Kit ends up giving private guitar lessons to River Young, the most popular guy in school. River is secretive about why he wants to play only one song until the reason becomes... irrelevant?

Ashton is still coping with the recent loss of his father when a new classmate captures his attention. What he doesn't know is that Lucas has already become a part of his life.