Avery has a plan. A checklist, actually. Because that's how you survive a first date when you're anxious, autistic, and terrified of letting anyone see the real you. But Jules isn't like anyone Avery's met before. She's bright, curious, and impossibly kind-and Avery's perfectly crafted plan? It's falling apart in the best and worst ways. Over the course of a single date-complete with awkward silences, a minor meltdown, and unexpected moments of connection-Avery must decide whether to retreat to the safety of solitude.
or risk everything by being seen. Tender, funny, and fiercely honest, The Checklist is a short story about sensory overload, emotional bravery, and the messy, magical beginnings of queer love. Perfect for fans of heartfelt slow burns, neurodivergent protagonists, and stories that leave you just a little wrecked-in the best possible way.
Avery has a plan. A checklist, actually. Because that's how you survive a first date when you're anxious, autistic, and terrified of letting anyone see the real you. But Jules isn't like anyone Avery's met before. She's bright, curious, and impossibly kind-and Avery's perfectly crafted plan? It's falling apart in the best and worst ways. Over the course of a single date-complete with awkward silences, a minor meltdown, and unexpected moments of connection-Avery must decide whether to retreat to the safety of solitude.
or risk everything by being seen. Tender, funny, and fiercely honest, The Checklist is a short story about sensory overload, emotional bravery, and the messy, magical beginnings of queer love. Perfect for fans of heartfelt slow burns, neurodivergent protagonists, and stories that leave you just a little wrecked-in the best possible way.