What we're reading in TLS this week:

We are kicking off your reading year with new fics from some of our favorite fandom authors and a few other fics that have hit our “drop everything” radar.  There's something here for everyone! We hope you will let the authors know where you saw their story recommended when you leave them some love. Enjoy! 

 ♥ Six Dlbfive  

Ace by 2brown-eyes

https://www.fanfiction.net/s/14162269/1/Ace
Edward’s life is seamlessly perfect, and he has grown to hate it. Perhaps the snarky girl who’s assigned to the locker next-door can shake things up for the better. Rated M

Chop and Change by Krazyk85
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/8291981/1/Chop-and-Change
Caught trying to steal his car, a runaway, Bella meets Edward. A man with this own vices and long rap sheet. Taking her under his wing and teaching her the way to truly boost cars, they embark on a journey of crime fitting of Bonnie and Clyde. ExB, Lemons, Violence, Guns, and Fun. HEA BPOV. Rated M

Christmas Dreaming by Compass54
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/14057965/1/Christmas-Dreaming
It's not a date from any book or calendar, nor flying reindeer or Santa Claus. Whether it's a winter dreamland glowing in Northern Lights or an ancient red desert under a sky full of stars—we hold the real magic of Christmas in our hearts. Rated M

Daughter of Three Suns by hikingurl
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/13813297/1/Daughter-of-Three-Suns
On a desert world ruled by three suns, tradition demands that a girl must journey alone into the scorching heat to find her destiny and soulmate. It wasn't always this way. The seers say that Bella is the one chosen to fulfill the prophecy that will restore balance to the world. But is she prepared to pay the price that will be asked of her? Rated M

Holiday Arrangements by LyricalKris
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/14175055/1/Holiday-Arrangements
Take one florist brimming with holiday cheer. Add one grumpy client who’s not ready to deck the halls in November, thank you very much. Mix together with bad break ups, potential rebounds, carols, and a bright bunch of kicking you to the curb flowers. Tie together with a sprig of mistletoe and a big, red bow. Rated M

Let Your Heart Be Light by aushapasha
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/14176895/1/Let-Your-Heart-Be-Light
Years ago, songbird Bella mad a mistake that almost ruined her career and definitely ruined her relationship. This Christmas she is presented with the chance to right a wrong. Rated M

Scheduled for Friday by Anton M 
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/14169137/1/Scheduled-for-Friday
Bella has a problem. Her first onscreen kiss is scheduled for Friday. Unfortunately… her first real kiss is also scheduled for Friday. AH Rated M

Shape the Narrative by LaMomo
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/14165494/1/Shape-the-Narrative
Sequel to “Correct the Narrative.” OlderWard, LawyerWard. After years of pining for Bella from afar, Edward finally confessed his feelings to her. But between their age difference and busy careers—Bella’s impending MBA graduation, Edward’s academia at Cornell—will they be able to navigate all the challenges they face in their new relationship? Follow their fast-paced romance as they shape their narrative. Rated M

Swan Dive by samviolawrites
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/14174448/1/Swan-Dive
A girl from the Upper East Side, trying to recover from her fall from grace, meets a man in a bar in Brooklyn, one whose lifestyle couldn’t be more different. Is it possible to put the past behind you when your name and face are recognizable everywhere you go? Bella sure hopes so because for once in her life, she's found a man she wants and she’s not letting go without a fight. Rated M
 
Trois the Night by ooza
https://www.fanfiction.net/s/14175143/1/Trois-the-Night
The one with the fc*k buddy, the old college roommate, and the guy who just really wanted a 3-way. Rated M