Russell Matthews is not one to brag, but he’s definitely got some things going for him. As a senior at Curt Grogan High, he’s a writer (barely), he’s keeping his mental health in check (hardly, ask Isaac and his black eye), and he’s a pretty darn good big brother (despite hiding key details about his parents’ divorce from his younger brother, Teddy).

Okay…all that aside, everything is mostly working out according to his spectacular plans. Even if, at this point, he has only one: get to the other side of his senior year moderately unscathed, and win a contest at the end of his writing class that’ll award him a hefty cash prize.

Tension begins to build when some of his old friends seem to be at each other’s throats. Not to mention, there’s a new competitor in town who loves to push Russell’s buttons.

Pressure like that has a way of breaking at the worst time. Luckily, trash fires can make the best stories. And Russell needs some inspiration, ASAP.

The Masc Narrative is a 6 book series that follows an array of characters from their late high school years, to their early twenties; the book genres cover 'general fiction', as well as 'drama' and 'romance'.

In this series, you'll find themes such as: first loves and heartbreaks, trauma and recovery, challenges regarding sexual orientation balanced with faith, found family, personal growth and more. The books can be read by age range 16+.

*It is not required* for you to read book 1 before you've read book 2. However, while the series can be read out of order, it is best enjoyed starting with Taron's story, The Letterman.

Any reviews or comments are always so appreciated!
Please be mindful of all trigger warnings with each book. Every book will eventually be published for paperback/ebook, and soon hard copy.
The Letterman - Published 3.7.25
Alternate Ending - Published 7.18.2025
The Brother Project - TBP 2026
Suspended - TBP 2026
??? - TBP 2027
??? - TBP 2027