And the 2025 Watty Award winners are....

1. Behind the Camera - Fake Dating Romance (WLW)

Author: honeyczmb
Reads: 1,850,521
Votes: 60,229
Parts: 55

When a scandal forces hockey star Amelia Bennett into a fake relationship with guarded photographer Harper Lane, neither expects the headlines, or the feelings, that follow. What starts as a PR stunt begins to spark into something real, threatening to expose more than just their hearts.

2. Racing Hearts

Author: AnnabellaMay10
Reads: 90,850
Votes: 3,502
Parts: 35

In the high-speed world of Formula 1, love and secrets collide. Ellie Miles never thought her life had much meaning—until a spontaneous trip to Monaco changed everything. An unexpected meeting with Andrew Ryder, a rising star in the Formula 1 world, led to a fleeting but unforgettable night.

3. Female Gaze

Author: violadavis
Reads: 312,302
Votes: 9,786
Parts: 47

Brie Sheridan has had her heart broken way too many times. Rhett Price is usually the culprit, but this time he might be the solution. After a breakup at the start of her final year of college, Brie seeks help from Rhett, leading to old feelings resurfacing.

4. Sinful Liabilities ✔️ |18+

Author: lustenvy
Reads: 2,477,486
Votes: 43,189
Parts: 43

Ivy Collins is a normal 21 y/o woman. Except for the fact she's a virgin... until she hooks up with her university rival's hockey captain. An offer to improve her sex life leads to complicated feelings and rules.

5. Medium Latte for Ell-yot Hayul

Author: gemmalanebooks
Reads: 45,829
Votes: 4,297
Parts: 45

Bea, the barista, has captured Ell-yot's heart without him even realizing. A story about blunders, coffee, and unexpected romance as Ell-yot navigates his feelings around her.

6. The Doe Identity

Author: ChristinaAnnRiley
Reads: 10,506
Votes: 1,221
Parts: 25

Alexis Howard has the gift to see the dead. When she meets a comatose patient who needs her help, she gets embroiled in a world of secrets, lies, and murder.

7. Bloodlines: The Blood Witch

Author: StardustHex
Reads: 23,218
Votes: 2,173
Parts: 47

Morgan inherits her family's estate, but soon discovers a warlock with a mission to stop her. As her powers awaken, she faces a legacy of forbidden power, love, and ancient prophecies.

8. #FreakshowFriday

Author: bigfivedonaldduckfan
Reads: 9,206
Votes: 1,314
Parts: 42

Nathan, a reformed drug dealer, finds himself tangled in the magic world, trying to survive as his feelings for Jamie complicate his life as they navigate a haunted island.

9. The Doctor Of East Hadena [MXM] [SERIAL KILLER]

Author: alydae
Reads: 406,624
Votes: 19,172
Parts: 44

Camilo Carter is a serial killer, untouchable until the new lead investigator moves in next door. A story of suspense, attraction, and the peril of secrets.

10. Dead Man's Match

Author: MusicalKehleigh
Reads: 14,865
Votes: 1,413
Parts: 39

Madelyn discovers her date is a dead man, leading her into an investigation about her school and her abilities while dealing with her fears and self-doubt.