The meeting twice theory, if someone is destined to be in your life, you'll meet them twice. It's the universe's way of giving you a second chance.

What happens when Vivian Archer accidentally calls Jack Hughes a "smash" on a livestream. What happens when the devils Pr team sees this as a way to make the media focus more on something other than Jack's injured shoulder.

Arin and Jack have been best friends since childhood-tethered by years of memories, shared laughter, and quiet, unspoken love. Arin, a whimsical and vibrant soul trying to reclaim the childhood she never fully had, spends her days coloring outside the lines and checking off her old bucket list. Jack, a rising NHL star, never let fame or distance sever the thread between them. But after one unforgettable summer filled with camping trips, pancakes for dinner, and stolen moments under the stars, Jack suddenly disappears from Arin's life-leaving only a note on her bucket list and a kiss that still lingers. Five months later, fate brings them back together in the most unexpected place: Seattle. With hearts still bruised and words left unsaid, Arin and Jack must face the truth they've avoided for years. This is a story of growing up, growing apart, and finding your way back-to the person who always felt like home. A tender tale about love found in childhood and rediscovered in adulthood, where falling in love... literally, was always written in the stars.

VANCOUVER, CANADA. The heart of hockey and home to the Vancouver Canucks. After making it to playoffs last year, the Canucks are faced with a daunting season this year. With constant OT losses and the rushing adrenaline of trying to prove themselves, the managers attempt to clean the slate. The captain, Quinn Hughes feels the crushing weight on his shoulders of trying to be the solid leader after their losing streaks. Lila Wren is desperate for a job in the marketing world, and getting accepted to work for the Canucks is her best chance. QUINN HUGHES X FEM OC ❁ཻུ۪۪♡

Allegra "Alley" Hartley has always kept her guilty pleasures off her public feed - especially her obsession with hockey. As one of Hollywood's fastest-rising stars, she's got a brand to protect and a team of PR reps who'd faint if they saw her fangirling over game highlights at 2 a.m. But one clumsy Instagram post changes everything. When her not-so-private story praising a certain NHL rookie goes viral, Alley's thrown into a whirlwind of speculation - especially when that same rookie, Macklin Celebrini, reveals in an interview that she's his ultimate celebrity crush. Suddenly, the whole world is watching as their lives collide under the spotlight.

with over 12 thousand followers across multiple social media platforms, livs the slightly more popular triplet. sharing her life through the sport she loves, has gained the attention of other athletes. now after going through a breakup with her childhood best friend, liv finds new love with her exs best friend. book 1 of the liv effect series **book contains talks of eating disorder. if you're struggling with an eating disorder. please call 988 or text NEDA to 741741 to be connected with a counselor. national alliance for eating disorders monday-friday 9am-7pm EST at 866-662-1235. call the anorexia hotline at 1-888-375-7767. **

Lex has always kept her priorities straight; focus on nursing school, avoid unnecessary distractions, and keep her guard up. As Will's best friend, she's spent plenty of time around hockey players, but none of them have ever made her second-guess herself. Then there's Macklin Celebrini, easygoing, patient, and nothing like she expected. What starts as harmless banter soon turns into something deeper, forcing Lex to confront feelings she isn't sure she's ready for. As the lines between friendship and something more begin to blur, she's faced with a choice: keep her walls up or take a chance on the one person who just might prove that some risks are worth taking. Started: March 21, 2025 Completed: April 13, 2025 Total word count: 104,937 words ~ Behind the Glass Series, book #1 ~ Disclaimer: it is not needed to read the books in order but recommended for the best experience!

Margo Johnson is the savvy, quick-witted social media manager for the New Jersey Devils. Luke Hughes is the team's quiet, underrated defenseman-and her longtime college friend. They've shared years of inside jokes, late-night phone calls, and off-the-record interviews. But when a candid photo of them laughing goes viral, fans start shipping them hard. To feed the hype (and protect a few team headlines), they agree to fake date. But pretending is harder than they expected-especially when old feelings resurface and lines blur between curated moments and the real ones. From bus rides and hotel rooms to late-night talks and a snow-covered Diag in Michigan, Margo and Luke must navigate growing attention, genuine emotions, and what it means to fall in love under the spotlight... but off the record. A soft, slow-burn romance about missed chances, second glances, and loving someone when the cameras are both on and off.

In Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, Briar Chatham is about to begin her freshman year-a whirlwind of excitement, anxiety, and the unknown. Between settling into college life and preparing for her first year as a Boston College architect major, Briar has enough on her plate. But everything shifts the night she meets Will Smith-a laid-back, charming guy who seems to get her in a way no one else does. Will isn't just another college student; he's a campus legend. The fourth overall pick in the NHL draft, he's a hockey god with a reputation as big as his talent. Their first meeting is lighthearted, filled with teasing and unexpected common ground. One impulsive kiss at a party catches them both off guard-sweet, exciting, and something neither of them expects to mean anything but will that change over time?

Same industry, different jobs, opposite sides of the Hudson. The universe has a funny way of making sure you're in the right place. But do you always need to listen to it? Note: This story is not a fluffy fanfic and does follow more of a novel structure. If you want a short simple read, this is not for you.