The Checklist

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.