“Because I don’t want to know what a day feels like without him!”-Jonathan
🏀 He Said I Was Cute
Jonathan just wanted to score a hot broad for once and not look like a total stranger amongst Donny’s entourage. Being he was his brother from another mother and because of their father’s differences, they saw women differently.
Still, Donny had it easy and could magnetize any woman he wanted while Jonathan would stutter on his words.
It didn’t matter though, because he was scoring before he graduated from college and Big Jock’s party was the place to achieve it.
However, instead of making the winning basket, he was tossed a pass that had him questioning if he should shoot. His heart pounding within his chest, harder than the emotions he’d pour into his drum set. And not for a broad, but a dude.
The prince of Bachman University and star basketball player, Vincent.
Jonathan didn’t know how to play this game and dribbled on the court of love without a coach, but his team, his family and friends, were who he’d have to evade before choosing between what’s expected and who he is, with him.
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🏀 He Said I Was Cute 🏀 is my first MM novel and, if I’m honest, it’s my favorite out of the five different genres. Although it took me so long to write it, I practically finished and self published the ending half last year.
I was unable to afford all the fancy publishers and editors but I wanted it out there.
I wanted their love out there, so I published it myself.
I’ve received many reviews on it, good and bad, but I’m still so proud of myself 😊 for writing and FINISHING the book.
So, yea, I hope more people get to enjoy it and my other works.
I must say though, Parallel will show my growth and so much more.
I feel vulnerable and exposed as I write it, but writing has been my escape since I was a child and I will unleash onto the world what I have kept cadged for so many years.
Till next time 😉
Writing a novel like "He Said I Was Cute" takes courage and a deep understanding of emotional complexity. From my personal experience as a reader and writer, stories that explore themes of identity, particularly in the LGBTQ+ community, resonate strongly because they reflect real struggles and triumphs. Jonathan's journey is not just about romance; it’s about the challenge of being true to oneself in a world filled with expectations. Jonathan’s hesitation and vulnerability in navigating love remind me of the moments when I had to confront my own feelings while surrounded by social pressures. This novel highlights the importance of support from family and friends, which can be a crucial factor in embracing one’s identity. The metaphor of basketball as the "court of love" adds a unique and relatable dimension, symbolizing the strategies and risks involved in relationships. Self-publishing is a powerful path for many authors who want to share authentic stories without the constraints of traditional publishing. It allows voices like Yaoiyummies' to be heard and fosters diverse literature. The emotion behind finishing and publishing this book reflects a triumph over doubt and financial hurdles, demonstrating passion and resilience. For readers seeking heartfelt LGBTQ+ romance with realistic character growth and relatable struggles, "He Said I Was Cute" offers a genuine, inspiring story. Supporting such works encourages greater representation and helps normalize diverse love stories, which is vital for fostering empathy and understanding in society.