Patrick is used to living in the shadow his famous mother. A mother famous for her depiction of the gay romance. It's normal for people to make assumptions about him, and he tries not to let it bother him too much. He knows that he's straight and that's what matters. Enter: Devin; a clueless fellow college student who inadvertantly stuffs his own foot into his mouth within five minutes of meeting. Patrick can't help but be drawn to the attractive young man. An apology favor turns to friendship, and then more? Stand-alone Short Story. 15,000 words

Sam is a nonbinary person in rural Wisconsin. They work as a libary director and live in an old farm house with too many cats and a rabbit.