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Big Difference
Aston
Casual sex isn't my thing, but that changes when I see him on the dancefloor.
He's self-assured, captivating, and something tells me he could give me everything I crave from a man.
As they say, the best things in life come in small packages. It's a shame he leaves before I can unwrap him.
Seth
One look into his eyes, and I know he's different from the others. Good different.
And when he knocks on my door the next morning, I learn two things: he's the contractor I hired to remodel my kitchen and he's definitely not attached.
Aston needs someone to be there for him, and I can't help slipping into my natural role.
After all, what's the Big Difference between claiming Aston now or when he's no longer working for me?
Big Difference is a completely standalone MM short story with a size difference, role reversal, found family, and an elderly neighbor with no boundaries.
Casual sex isn't my thing, but that changes when I see him on the dancefloor.
He's self-assured, captivating, and something tells me he could give me everything I crave from a man.
As they say, the best things in life come in small packages. It's a shame he leaves before I can unwrap him.
Seth
One look into his eyes, and I know he's different from the others. Good different.
And when he knocks on my door the next morning, I learn two things: he's the contractor I hired to remodel my kitchen and he's definitely not attached.
Aston needs someone to be there for him, and I can't help slipping into my natural role.
After all, what's the Big Difference between claiming Aston now or when he's no longer working for me?
Big Difference is a completely standalone MM short story with a size difference, role reversal, found family, and an elderly neighbor with no boundaries.
47 pages, Unknown Binding
Published January 1, 2024
22 people want to read
About the author
Ana Ashley
48 books772 followersMeet Ana Ashley, your friendly neighborhood romance author!
Ana has been lost in the pages of books for as long as she can remember, taking a few amusing missteps with her childhood writing attempts. But everything changed when she discovered the magical world of LGBTQ+ romance—cue the confetti!
Ana's books offer sweet and sexy romance with a charming mix of humor and heart. Getting her guys together wouldn't be the same without the meddling but well-intentioned cast of secondary characters, who always insist on having their own story.
When she’s not crafting heartfelt tales, you can find her indulging in her favorite pastime of baking delicious treats, enjoying quality time with friends, or staying up late immersed in the pages of a good book.
You can find out more about Ana and her works-in-progress by joining her Newsletter. To sign up visit Ana's website anawritesmm.com
Ana has been lost in the pages of books for as long as she can remember, taking a few amusing missteps with her childhood writing attempts. But everything changed when she discovered the magical world of LGBTQ+ romance—cue the confetti!
Ana's books offer sweet and sexy romance with a charming mix of humor and heart. Getting her guys together wouldn't be the same without the meddling but well-intentioned cast of secondary characters, who always insist on having their own story.
When she’s not crafting heartfelt tales, you can find her indulging in her favorite pastime of baking delicious treats, enjoying quality time with friends, or staying up late immersed in the pages of a good book.
You can find out more about Ana and her works-in-progress by joining her Newsletter. To sign up visit Ana's website anawritesmm.com
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May 22, 2025
RECENSIONE A CURA DI ELYXYZ
Ana Ashley ci regala questa breve ma carinissima novella che ho apprezzato molto. In tutto sono una cinquantina di pagine di piacevole intrattenimento per una serata passata a coccolarsi.
Userò tre parole per riassumerla: sexy, hot e riflessiva.
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Ana Ashley ci regala questa breve ma carinissima novella che ho apprezzato molto. In tutto sono una cinquantina di pagine di piacevole intrattenimento per una serata passata a coccolarsi.
Userò tre parole per riassumerla: sexy, hot e riflessiva.
Continua sul nostro blog!
February 28, 2025
Una novella molto corta ma molto carina 🥰
November 17, 2025
3.75⭐️
🌶️🌶️
Vibes - Good Time
Short kings can still top
Seth and Aston met at a nightclub but a miscommunication means they don't go home together, no matter how much they want to. The next day Aston turns up on Seth's doorstep as the new contractor he hired to re-do his kitchen. I like the dynamic between these characters. Seth is a short king at a foot shorter than Aston (5'3" to Aston's 6'3") but rather than the bigger character being the top/dominant one, Aston is shy and the more submissive one. The juxtaposition works really well and was refreshing to see. With this being only a novella we miss out on them getting to know each other but it doesn't react from their chemistry. I really enjoyed this.
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🌶️🌶️
Vibes - Good Time
Short kings can still top
Seth and Aston met at a nightclub but a miscommunication means they don't go home together, no matter how much they want to. The next day Aston turns up on Seth's doorstep as the new contractor he hired to re-do his kitchen. I like the dynamic between these characters. Seth is a short king at a foot shorter than Aston (5'3" to Aston's 6'3") but rather than the bigger character being the top/dominant one, Aston is shy and the more submissive one. The juxtaposition works really well and was refreshing to see. With this being only a novella we miss out on them getting to know each other but it doesn't react from their chemistry. I really enjoyed this.
Tropes
-Plus Size
-Forced Proximity
January 8, 2026
Very short audiobook but a nice story and intro to this author for me. Plus Alexander Cendese narrating made this a tasty treat.
In short, after a misunderstanding at a bar, Aaron arrives at Seth's house to begin a contracting job, and neither had ever met in person so both are surprised, and secretly pleased, after the misunderstanding is cleared up.
Aaron is big and sturdy, a contractor physique with extra padding. Seth is smaller, slender and mighty and is most definitely a Top. After getting to know each other, it's easy to see they are meant to be.
In short, after a misunderstanding at a bar, Aaron arrives at Seth's house to begin a contracting job, and neither had ever met in person so both are surprised, and secretly pleased, after the misunderstanding is cleared up.
Aaron is big and sturdy, a contractor physique with extra padding. Seth is smaller, slender and mighty and is most definitely a Top. After getting to know each other, it's easy to see they are meant to be.
February 21, 2026
I've read this author before. I listened to the audio book. This is a short novella about Seth and Aston.
They meet at a club but nothing happens after sparks, but meet the next day when Seth's kitchen contractor arrives and it's Aston. A great next door neighbor of Seth's is awesome for the story. Family drama for Aston and his brother Zander, but love remains strong. I need more!!
They meet at a club but nothing happens after sparks, but meet the next day when Seth's kitchen contractor arrives and it's Aston. A great next door neighbor of Seth's is awesome for the story. Family drama for Aston and his brother Zander, but love remains strong. I need more!!
November 27, 2025
I got this short story free with a group of audiobooks that were being given away a couple weeks ago. I know it is a short story, but it moved too fast. I didn't actually feel any chemistry between the two. I did appreciate that the author didn't make the larger man the top.
April 5, 2025
It was cute.
April 6, 2025
This is a rather short but oh so sweet tale of finding someone special only to lose them, and of over-coming a judgmental, homophobic family. A very touching, enjoyable read.
April 29, 2025
A sweet story!
November 21, 2025
Sweet short story, great audio book!
November 25, 2025
This is a sweet low angst love story. After a misunderstanding Aston and Seth ending up in a working relationship. This works out well for them.
January 26, 2026
I struggled with this one. Listened to the audio and it wasn't quite my jam.
May 22, 2025
Ana Ashley ci regala questa breve ma carinissima novella che ho apprezzato molto. In tutto sono una cinquantina di pagine di piacevole intrattenimento per una serata passata a coccolarsi.
Userò tre parole per riassumerla: sexy, hot e riflessiva.
Le prime due servono perché fra i protagonisti, Aston e Seth, scatta una scintilla bollente fin dal primo sguardo e quando cedono ci offrono scene bollenti e gradevoli, con un misto di coccole e riflessioni interessanti.
La terza parola serve perché, pur nella sua brevità, questa storia non è solo un bel rotolamento fra le lenzuola e ci offre spunti importanti sull’accettazione di se stessi, sul coraggio di combattere per la propria felicità e sull’importanza di avere una famiglia per scelta, che ci supporti e che ci ami incondizionatamente, quando quella di nascita è una delusione cocente.
Questa citazione ce lo fa capire benissimo:
So esattamente cosa si prova quando la gente ti assegna dei ruoli aspettandosi che tu li soddisfi quando in realtà non rispecchiano affatto ciò che sei. Tutti dovrebbero essere liberi di essere loro stessi.
Vi invito a iscrivervi alla newsletter dell’autrice per poter leggere questa bella storia e altre scene bonus e per restare informati sulle sue uscite future.
Userò tre parole per riassumerla: sexy, hot e riflessiva.
Le prime due servono perché fra i protagonisti, Aston e Seth, scatta una scintilla bollente fin dal primo sguardo e quando cedono ci offrono scene bollenti e gradevoli, con un misto di coccole e riflessioni interessanti.
La terza parola serve perché, pur nella sua brevità, questa storia non è solo un bel rotolamento fra le lenzuola e ci offre spunti importanti sull’accettazione di se stessi, sul coraggio di combattere per la propria felicità e sull’importanza di avere una famiglia per scelta, che ci supporti e che ci ami incondizionatamente, quando quella di nascita è una delusione cocente.
Questa citazione ce lo fa capire benissimo:
So esattamente cosa si prova quando la gente ti assegna dei ruoli aspettandosi che tu li soddisfi quando in realtà non rispecchiano affatto ciò che sei. Tutti dovrebbero essere liberi di essere loro stessi.
Vi invito a iscrivervi alla newsletter dell’autrice per poter leggere questa bella storia e altre scene bonus e per restare informati sulle sue uscite future.
March 20, 2025
Troppo breve ma storiella carina, forse però ci vuole la storia sul fratellastro
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