Caught Under The Stairs

Myla navigates the pressures of high school in a quiet, gossip-fueled town where even the smallest events are magnified. Feeling stuck in an uneventful suburban life, Myla finds solace in her friendship with Tamara, her best friend and the first person she ever came out to. Despite Tamara's permanent suspension from school, they remain inseparable through texts and shared secrets.

Myla's world is further complicated by the presence of an intimidating group of students who rule the school through fear, including Krystle and Valerie-beautiful, but cruel. Their influence is suffocating, and their blatant homophobia makes school even more unbearable for Myla and others like her.

Things change when Nadia, a new student, arrives at school. Despite her initial anxiety, Myla feels an unexpected connection to Nadia. As she shows Nadia around the school and they grow closer, Myla's feelings begin to shift from simple curiosity to something deeper, sparking an emotional journey of self-discovery, courage, and first love.

*Caught Under the Stairs* is a gripping story about standing up against bullying, navigating identity, and finding love in the most unexpected places. This heartfelt, romance offers a tender exploration of growing up queer in a hostile environment while finding the strength to live authentically.