Cupcakes Plus: A YA Sweet M/M Romance (Off-script: A Story City Romance)

Randy is used to keeping life simple. He’s got a steady job at Story City’s favorite bakery, a few good friends, and no real plans beyond the next batch of frosting. But when Maya—bold, beautiful, and unapologetically herself—joins the team, Randy’s world tilts on its axis. Suddenly, his quiet routines feel a little too quiet, and the future he thought he didn’t need starts looking a lot sweeter.

Maya’s new beginning in Story City isn’t without its challenges. As a trans woman in a picture-perfect small town, she’s used to sideways looks and whispered judgments. Still, she refuses to hide who she is—or her growing feelings for the sweet, big-hearted man who makes her laugh over cupcake batter. Together, they create something special—new flavors, new dreams, and a connection neither of them saw coming.

But when someone from Maya’s past arrives to stir up trouble, Randy is forced to choose between the comfort of his old, uncomplicated life and the messy, courageous, beautiful possibility standing right in front of him. And for once, he might just be brave enough to take the risk.

Sweet, emotional, and filled with heart, Cupcakes Plus is a story about second chances, self-discovery, and finding love that’s worth fighting for—even when it scares you.
YA, Trans M/M, Sweet Romance.