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Happy 28th! Here are the fics I’ve read and enjoyed this month. 

☁️ The Future Is Now by @jacaranda-bloom // 16,281 words // E //  Harry Styles/Louis Tomlinson

Louis has a great life, really, he does. He studies hard, has great friends, a boring but decent job at the carnival, and of course, he has Harry, the best flatmate anyone could ask for. All that’s missing is someone to love. But when a strange new fortune-telling machine appears at the carnival, Louis’ life takes an unexpected turn. Could this be his chance to finally find love and will it be where he least expects it?

Or the five times Louis follows the fortunes to seek out his true love, and the one time he realises that what he’s been searching for might’ve been right in front of him the whole time.

(The fortunes in this fic are wonderfully specific and yet just vague enough to be interpreted in several different ways, truly taking Louis on a journey to figure out what he really wants. A read that’s both smart and fun!)

☁️ What Am I Gonna Say When I See You by @runaway-train-works // 7,292 words // E // Harry Styles/Louis Tomlinson

“I wouldn’t have asked you to come if he didn’t want you there.”

Louis hands her the gift bag when he reaches the pavement beside her and they turn to walk down the street to the house he has been in too many times to count. “I know you wouldn’t, but I haven’t seen him in forever. And you said it was just close family and friends going.”

“You are close family and friends. A lot closer than I am. The main reason I’m going is because mum made me since she’s sick in bed with the flu.” Louis kind of wishes he was sick in bed with the flu. He shouldn’t be this apprehensive. It’s Harry. It’s only Harry. And yeah, they might not have seen each other in almost six years, but they’re still friends. Aren’t they?

Or

The one where Louis’ unsure if too much time has passed since he last saw his childhood best friend to try and make things right.

(Sweet nostalgia between childhood friends who almost became something more. I love a good second chance fic, especially when there’s such an air of romance like this one has.)

☁️ Drabbles series by @laynefaire // 1,800 words // T // Harry Styles/Louis Tomlinson & Zayn Malik/Liam Payne

Drabbles written for the seasonal drabble challenges.

(Amazing Drabbles that put you right in the scene so well that they feel a little like memories, like you actually could have been there. Incredible peeks at all kinds of stories that will leave you wanting more.)

☁️ A Way of Keeping You Inside (Ink) by @perfectdagger // 5,498 words // G //Harry Styles/Louis Tomlinson

Louis is not fond of tattoos. He would never consider getting one himself. He may get why Harry got some of them, or maybe he doesn’t get it at all. Maybe he will get it eventually.

Or the one in which Louis thinks Harry’s “Hi” tattoo is stupid and doesn’t get its meaning. Only until he does and also gets his first tattoo.

Based on Ink by Coldplay.

{A very sweet take on the tattoos that scream their story.)

☁️ Fractured Moonlight by @daggerandrose  //  1,604 words // M // Harry Styles/Louis Tomlinson

Louis huffs because he doesn’t want to deal with this. “Listen, I appreciate your concern.” He doesn’t. “But it’s not your duty to look after the sad man at the bar. Okay?”

(A thrilling glimpse at an unexpected turn of events. And if this isn’t enough for you, a continuation has just been posted to the @onedirectionbigbang called Mind of Stone! Read it here!)

☁️ sometimes a mystery (oh me, oh my) by @friendofhayley  // 3,102 words // E // Harry Styles/Louis Tomlinson

A dropout from University, Louis Tomlinson is perfectly content living vicariously through her best friend’s love life, thanks very much. Definitely. That is…until a cute girl starts at her job.

If only Louis knew how to talk to girls.

(A wonderful girl direction fic that’s a perfect blend of sweet and spicy!)

☁️ love me like we don’t have tomorrow by @so-why-let-your-voice-be-tamed // 666 words // T // Zayn Malik/Liam Payne

“Are you going to see him again?” Louis asks. He’s sitting on a ruined wall, inspecting his long, dark nails. Talons, Zayn thinks. He nods.

“How many years in a row is this?”

Zayn glances at his best mate, doing up the buttons on his coat. “Dunno,” he says, even though he can recall, with perfect clarity, all the times he’s met up with Liam. Every Halloween that he’s spent with him.

“And he still doesn’t know?”

(A small peek at the road to a demon’s heart. This one also has had more added to the story through the @onedirectionbigbang! Read it here!)

☁️ In The Still Of The Night by @jacaranda-bloom  // 68,568 words // E // Harry Styles/Louis Tomlinson //  50 Reasons to Have Sex Larry Fic Fest

In a society where omegas are expected to follow a predetermined path, Louis strives for more; for his voice to be heard, for recognition, for true love.

In a world where your past defines your future, Harry fights against the system; for equality, for a different life, for acceptance.

When their two worlds collide, will they be beaten down by conformity or will they rise up and forge a new path together?

OR the Dirty Dancing AU where Louis is a feisty omega who wants to change the world, Harry is an alpha from the wrong side of the tracks, and nobody puts Louis in a corner.

(This fic has such amazing sexual tension! Also, a majority of the characters in this au are much more likable than their movie counterparts.)

☁️ Eat Your Vegetables by @bananaheathen​ // 8,796 words // M // Harry Styles/Louis Tomlinson

In which Louis is a celebrity footballer and Harry is the new team nutritionist.

Or, the one where they have to go to Marks & Spencer and Waitrose.

“I’m not a child, Haz,” Louis says, trying to sound offended and not quite sticking the landing.

“No,” Harry chuckles, looking down over his notes. “You’re a big professional sports boy with perfect stamina and an excellent heart.” He blinks back up at Louis. “And I’d like to take you shopping on Sunday. May I please?”

(A lovely getting together fic that just feels so easy and comfortable. Like a ray of sunshine when you need it most.)

☁️   Sin Wagon AU series by: @uhoh-but-yeah-alright​ // 7,891 words //  Harry Styles/Louis Tomlinson

When Harry shows up on Louis’ doorstep with all her things, having finally left her shitty boyfriend, Louis’s determined to try to put her feelings for her best friend aside and help her start living her own life. A wild night out might be the new start they both need.

A Girl!Larry AU inspired by The Chicks’ song, “Sin Wagon”

(This series has 2 fics so far. The first part is one of the hottest girl direction fics I have ever read, and the second part is the amazing prequel that leads up to the events of the first fic. It’s seriously soooo good.)

☁️ Remember Me Before You by @kingsofeverything​  //  WIP // currently  147,163 words // E // Harry Styles/Louis Tomlinson

Desperate to find a new place to live after he comes home to find his boyfriend cheating, Harry moves into a loft with three strangers.

A New Girl AU.

(I am only 6 chapters in so far, but this fic is so much fun to read. Even if you’re not familiar with the show, you should still be able to enjoy the zany comedy that fills this awesome fic.)

☁️ Shadow Dancing by @laynefaire​   // WIP // currently 169,453 words // E // Zayn Malik/Liam Payne

As a small child, Liam Payne dreamed of being a firefighter. He took up boxing to defend himself from school bullies, but never lost sight of his dream. 15 years later, Liam is set to be the youngest brigade watch commander in his district, and his recent boxing win puts him in line for the British national title - if he can learn to get out of his own way.

Zayn took his first dance lesson at 5, after watching his sister’s tap class. At 18, when an injury derails Zayn’s dream of dancing professionally, he sets it aside to attend university, but the lure of dancing proves too great to ignore. He becomes an instructor, and eventually, the owner of a small dance studio, where he encourages other dancers to chase their dreams.

When their worlds collide in a cacophony of misunderstandings, Zayn, confronted with his own biases, realizes there’s more to Liam than meets the eye, and offers to help him prepare for his upcoming fight.

While Liam learns to dance, Zayn learns the art of compromise, and along the way, they find each other.

And when tragedy strikes, Liam finds that Zayn’s love will help him face the shadows of his past, and give him the courage to believe in himself and his dreams for the future.

(This fic is sooo realistic and wonderful and full of heart and you’ll devour every word.)

Thank you once again to all of the wonderful authors in this fandom who give us this amazing content FOR FREE. I’m so thankful for all of you!

Sin Wagon series by yeah_alright

A Girl!Larry AU series inspired by The Chicks’ song, “Sin Wagon”

There Will Mainly Be Mattress Dancin’ (5k, Mature)

It’s not as though Louis thought watching Harry ride a mechanical bull in a fire red dress with two slits up the front would be boring. She just didn’t think it would feel quite so life threatening. 

When Harry shows up on Louis’ doorstep with all her things, having finally left her shitty boyfriend, Louis’s determined to try to put her feelings for her best friend aside and help her start living her own life. A wild night out might be the new start they both need. 

Written for the @wordplayfics 2020 challenge. Week 3 Prompt: Sin

Thanks so much to @lululawrence​ for organizing!

A Shot at Sweet Salvation (3k, Teen & Up)

Prequel from Harry’s POV

Written for the @wordplayfics 2020 challenge. Week 4 Prompt: Shot  

Thanks again to @lululawrence! <3