Short Stories

Below are links to my short stories. Most of them are only available in PDF format, but those written since 2010 are also available on my livejournal.

2011

Getting Even With Aunt Mitchie - LJ - PDF
Written: 2011
Word Count: 1,264
Starring: Zac
Rating: R
For: Thank you gift for Rebekah

London and Zac are are London's cousin's wedding at Aunt Mitchie's house. Aunt Mitchie is London's aunt, but loves Zac more. So at Zac's encouragement, London have a little fun [with him] in a guestroom of her aunt's mansion.
Identity Crisis - LJ - PDF
Written: 2011
Word Count: 1,522
Starring: Taylor
Rating: R
For: Nat's 2010 Christmas present (a little late...)

Taylor has an identity crisis when his girlfriend starts fancying the likes of Zac Efron and Darren Criss. He wonders if she still loves him for being who he is.
You're Enough - LJ - PDF
Written: 2011
Word Count: 1,637
Starring: Zac
Rating: R
Sequel To: Let You Go (PDF)
For: Brits 2010 Christmas present (a little late...)

A follow up to my 2005 story "Let You Go," where once again Zac uses a song to reconnect with the woman he loves.
2010

Costume Party - LJ - PDF
Written: 2010
Word Count: 1,405
Starring: Zac
Rating: PG-13
For: Trick-or-Treat: A Hanfic Halloween Challenge

It's Halloween and Zac and his girlfriend are headed to a college party that is hosted by Taylor's fraternity.
Girls' Night - LJ - PDF
Written: 2010
Word Count: 2,204
Starring: Zac
Rating: PG-13

While out with her friends, Daphne thinks she sees her boyfriend Zac with another girl and she decides to get revenge Carrie Underwood style.
Jingle Bells - LJ - PDF
Written: 2010
Word Count: 1,685
Starring: Taylor
Rating: R
For: Christmas Time
Note: This story is in the Is It Too Late? universe and is set after the epilogue

Taylor and Tabitha spending their first Christmas together since their breakup. Told from Tabitha's mind frame instead of Taylor's.
Labor of Love - LJ - PDF
Written: 2010
Word Count: 3,407
Starring: Zac
Rating: PG/PG-13
For: Christmas Time

Zac makes a special Christmas present for his girlfriend.
Our Little Secret - LJ - PDF
Written: 2010
Word Count: 5,243
Starring: Zac
Rating: R
Warnings: Has a couple sex scenes

Zac and Janie are in a relationship that only a few people know about. They steal a night together during a tour.
Promises - LJ - PDF
Written: 2010
Word Count: 994
Starring: Zac
Rating: PG
For: Mel's Christmas Present

While out Christmas shopping, Mel finds out that her boyfriend has a job he hasn't told her about. She thinks the worst while he promises that only good will come from it.
Zac and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Christmas - LJ - PDF
Written: 2010
Word Count: 4,429
Starring: Zac
Rating: PG
For: Christmas Time

Two days before Christmas, Zac thought it would be perfect. Then his girlfriend broke up with him and sent his Christmas spiraling downward.
2009

The Journey - PDF
Written: 2009
Word Count: 1,064
Starring: Zac
Rating: PG-13
For: Christmas Time

Zac is taking the bus home to Tulsa and isn't in the Christmas mood. He meets a girl on the bus that changes all of that.
2008

The Gift - PDF
Written: 2008
Word Count: 652
Starring: Zac (maybe)
Rating: PG
For: 12 Days of Christmas

A Christmas Scrooge only wants one thing for Chrsitmas and is scroogy because he doesn't think that he got it, then he gets surprised with a gift that is even better.
I Hate Your Stinkin' Guts - PDF
Written: 2008
Word Count: 2,102
Starring: Zac
Rating: PG
For: The Spark Inside Spring 2008 Challenge

Zac and his best friend Darla have a major falling out and it takes looking at old pictures for Darla to realize what she is really saying goodbye to because of a disagreement over her living with her boyfriend.
2007

All That I Want - PDF
Written: 2007
Word Count: 2,970
Starring: Taylor
Rating: PG
For: 25 Days Of Christmas and Christmas present for Natalie

Sydney is home for Christmas and expecting it to be boring like all the Christmases in the past, but then things take an interesting twist.
Christmas Memories - PDF
Written: 2007
Word Count: 1,219
Starring: Hanson Family
Rating: G
For: 25 Days Of Christmas

Diana Hanson reflects on past Christmases while sharing Christmas dinner with her 7 children, 3 daughter-in-laws and 4 grandkids.
It’s Complicated - PDF
Written: 2007
Word Count: 1,988
Starring: Zac
For: 25 Days Of Christmas
Note: This is a short story that takes place between my stories There Goes My Life and Hannah’s Song

Hannah's first Christmas and Natalie's first holiday with the Hanson family.
Second Chance - PDF
Written: 2007
Word Count: 4,083
Starring: Zac
For: 25 Days Of Christmas and Christmas present for Brittney

Jory and Zac's relationship ended when she found out he cheated on her multiple tiimes. As Christmas nears, both are realizing that they still want to be together, but who's going to make the first move?
She’s Always a Woman - PDF
Written: 2007
Word Count: 1,836
Starring: Zac
For: Birthday present for Hayley

Zac is in love with his best friend Hayley and is always there for her after she breaks up with jerks. But he can't take it any more, he wants hers to be his for keeps.
This Christmas - PDF
Written: 2007
Word Count: 3,573
Starring: Isaac
For: 25 Days Of Christmas
Note: This is a short story that takes after Part 2 of When It All Falls Apart

Miranda's first Christmas and Isaac's first Christmas back in Tulsa with his family.
2006

Big Red Bow - PDF
Written: 2006
Word Count: 2,061
Starring: Zac
For: Hanson Advent Calendar 2006

Santa brings Zac a very special present.
Fix It - PDF
Written: 2006
Word Count: 3,209
Starring: Taylor and a little bit of Zac
For: The Spark Inside Spring 2006 Exchange

Zac's wife instructs to fix the relationship between her best friend Taye and his brother Taylor.
In Sickness and Health - PDF
Written: 2006
Word Count: 1,941
Starring: Zac
For: Hearts Will Bind You Valentine’s Day 2006 Collaboration

Zac spends his Valentine's Day taking care of his sick girlfriend.
The Journey Home - PDF
Written: 2006
Word Count: 4,712
Starring: Zac
For: A creative writing class

Kira left Oklahoma after a falling out with Zac and comes back several years later and finds everything different than how she left it.
Kissing Santa - PDF
Written: 2006
Word Count: 1,638
Starring: Taylor
For: Hanson Advent Calendar 2006 (wasn't used)

Ezra catches his mom kissing "Santa"
Making Christmas Christmas - PDF
Written: 2006
Word Count: 950
For: Hanson Advent Calendar 2006

Jessica (Hanson) mourns her grandma's passing and can't find it within herself to celebrate Christmas. This was written a few days after my grandma died two weeks before Christmas.
The Middle Child - PDF
Written: 2006
Word Count: 1,345
Starring: Zac
For: The Spark Inside Summer 2006 Exchange

Ashley is sick of Zac acting like a little kid and she confronts him about it.
2005

All I Want For Christmas - PDF
Written: 2005
Word Count: 2,965
Starring: Zac
For: Christmas present for Brittney

Unbeknownst to their daughter and their other family members, Brittney and Zac Hanson are hiding a big secret: they’re getting divorced. Can the magic surrounding the holiday season save their marriage?
The Best Gift Ever - PDF
Written: 2005
Word Count: 1,204
Starring: Zac
For: Christmas present for Jenna

Zac and Jenna Hanson are expecting their first baby and they’re due any day. Will the Hanson family receive and extra special Christmas present?
Breakaway - PDF
Written: 2005
Word Count: 2,664
Starring: Zac
For: Plenty of Paper Challenge

Andie Hanson had thought her troubles with her controlling in-laws were over after her husband died tragically, but after his brother ends his romance with her, she finds herself in the middle of it all again.
A Christmas Concert - PDF
Written: 2005
Word Count: 458
Starring: Zac
For: Christmas present to my readers

Hanson performs a Christmas song at a concert.
Gift Under the Tree - PDF
Written: 2005
Word Count: 512
Starring: Zac
For: Christmas present for Sarah

Sarah was disappointed when her boyfriend declined her invitation to join her family for Christmas. Instead of looking forward to the holiday she was bummed, but a smile was brought to her face when she saw what Santa had left her under the tree.
The Girl Next Door - PDF
Written: 2005
Word Count: 4,013
Starring: Isaac

Megan wasn’t sure what was going to happen to her after she moved out of her boyfriend’s apartment, but thanks to the fast thinking Hanson brothers she had a place to stay, got revenge on her cheating boyfriend and met a nice guy.
His Christmas Wish - PDF
Written: 2005
Word Count: 1,952
Starring: Taylor
For: Christmas present for Tammy

Tammy returns to Tulsa for Christmas 3 years after breaking her engagement with Taylor.
Let You Go - PDF
Written: 2005
Word Count: 1,614
Starring: Zac
Sequel: You're Enough
For: Birthday present for Brittney

A girl comes to the realization that music will always be between herself and the man she loves and decides to ends it. After several months apart, can the one thing that kept them apart bring them back together?
Roses Are Red, Violets Are Blue - PDF
Written: 2005
Word Count: 1,192
Starring: Zac
For: Valentine's Day present for Jenna

Zac Hanson leaves a series of Roses Are Red… poems for his girlfriend on Valentine’s Day that all lead up to a very important question.
Through Your Eyes - PDF
Written: 2005
Word Count: 6,113
Starring: Zac
For: Birthday present for Karissa

Karissa decided that she was going to be with Zac Hanson the first time she saw him. Though he was several years older than her and was dating her sister, she knew that one day he would be her’s. Fast forward a couple years, Karissa has found Zac and is ready to put her plan into action.
A Twist of Love - PDF
Written: 2005
Word Count: 2,530
Starring: Zac
For: Valentine's Day present for Sarah

Sarah and her friend Zac found themselves single on Valentine’s Day and Sarah convinced him to trade gifts with each other. But after a steamy salsa class can they remain just friends?
A Very Hanson Christmas - PDF
Written: 2005
Word Count: 6,204
Starring: Zac
For: Christmas present for Lindsie

After learning her parents have opted to go on a cruise for Christmas instead of spending it with their family, Lindsie accepts her boyfriend’s offer to go home with him for Christmas. Coming from a small, proper New York family, can she handle the wild and crazy antics of the midwest Hanson family?
Winter Wonderland - PDF
Written: 2005
Word Count: 1,447
Starring: Zac
For: Christmas present for Karissa

It started out as a regular snow day for Karissa and her friend Zac. But could a tumble in the snow change everything?
2004

A Family Style Christmas - PDF
Written: 2004
Word Count: 2,249
Starring: Zac

Melody is adjusting to her new life with her dad, stepmom and stepbrother. After experiencing a terrible Christmas with her step-family she opts to stay behind for Christmas and is invited by the Hansons to spend Christmas with them.
I Believed You… - PDF
Written: 2004
Word Count: 267
Starring: ?

A woman speaks to the grave of her abusive husband.
I’ll Be Okay - PDF
Written: 2004
Word Count: 1,418
Starring: Zac

Krista keeps the abusive nature of her father a secret from everyone she knows. Her friend Zac ultimately finds out, but things get out of hand before they can do anything to stop it.
Just Another Girl - PDF
Written: 2004
Word Count: 385
Starring: ?

A girl realizes she was just another girl for a guy.
Raspberry Scented Shaving Cream - PDF
Written: 2004
Word Count: 1,301
Starring: Zac

One morning Zac Hanson ran out of shaving cream and decided to use his girlfriend’s raspberry scented shaving cream. He figured with a little aftershave nobody would be able to tell, right?
2003

The Best Prom Ever - PDF

Written: 2003
Word Count: 1,481
Starring: Zac

As a favor to a friend, Zac Hanson agrees to take Ashlee to prom. But from the very beginning things are rocky, can Zac and Ashlee turn things around to make it the best prom ever?
Home For Christmas - PDF
Written: 2003
Word Count: 615
Starring: Zac

Sissy left her life in Tulsa and her fiance behind when she found out she was pregnant with another man’s baby. When a Christmas card comes from her ex is it too late for a Christmas miracle?
It Doesn’t Look That Bad - PDF
Written: 2003
Word Count: 836
Starring: Isaac, Zac
Sequel: It’s So Not That Bad

Isaac Hanson gets kidnapped by fans who are against his fohawk. After finding out his brother Zac approved of the kidnapping, Isaac takes out his revenge.
It’s So Not That Bad - PDF
Written: 2003
Word Count: 854
Starring: Isaac, Zac
Sequel to: It Doesn't Look That Bad

Still angry over the revenge took on him, Zac plots his own revenge and laughs as it works flawlessly.
2002

Happily Ever After? - PDF
Written: 2000
Word Count: 913
Starring: Hanson Family

Walker Hanson and Diana Lawyer are newlyweds who come into their marriage each with three children of their own. Can this blended family live happily ever after together?
2001

Big Brother Approved - PDF
Written: 2001
Word Count: 2,609
Starring: Zac

Kacey Douglas is sick of her over protective brothers and goes on a trip with her sister-in-law to get away from them all. She meets Zac on the plane and wonders if he’ll pass her brothers’ high expectations.
He Is Mine - PDF
Written: 2001
Word Count: 1,707
Starring: Zac

Diana Hany is dating Zac Hanson, the only catch is they live in different states, she’s not allowed to date and nobody knows, not even her older sister. So when Diana finds out her sister and her boyfriend are going to Tulsa, she asks to tag along.
Lego Freak - PDF
Written: 2001
Word Count: 1,687
Starring: Zac

Emma meets a sixteen-year-old guy from Oklahoma in a chat room devoted to Legos and her best friend automatically assumes it was Zac Hanson.
Missing You - PDF
Written: 2001
Word Count: 959
Starring: Zac

Joey Hanson is so upset with her husband for not coming home a lot, that she decides that she’s had enough. Can Zac repair his marriage before he loses everything?
Truth Revealed - PDF
Written: 2001
Word Count: 1,784
Starring: Isaac

Billie Hanson can’t believe her ears when her late husband’s brother tells her he loves her. Still morning the loss of her husband, can she move on and with his brother?
2000

Wrong Number - PDF
Written: 2000
Word Count: 682
Starring: Zac

Susie thought she was calling the Hanson Hotline, but was surprised when by mistake, she actually called the Hansons.