Marchfield Middle

In the close-knit town of Marchfield, where gossip spreads like wildfire and love is unpredictable, Audrey Fremont and Oz Taylor aren't looking for a workplace romance.No-nonsense English teacher Audrey Fremont is the complete opposite of Oz, the charming but disorganized Algebra instructor who has a knack for driving her crazy. When their instant chemistry leads to a one-night stand, school politics gets a whole lot more complicated. Between misunderstandings, rumors, and awkward trips to the principal's office, sparks fly. But beneath the snarky remarks and side-eye glares, a simmering connection grows that neither can deny.As they navigate the complexities of middle school, their own insecurities, and the growing attraction between them, Audrey and Oz are forced to face the fact that what they thought was a disaster might actually be the beginning of real love. With plenty of humor, a surprise confession in the copy room, and a few impromptu dance routines, they might just stumble into their happily-ever-after.

"My credit card was declined, Mr. Wrong keeps knocking on my door, and I think my meddling parents are behind the whole fiasco!" Social studies teacher, Val Bellini, is minutes away from her breaking point when Evan Shurden-the charming Tech Ed teacher-steps in. Evan can't stop thinking about Val even when he should be looking out for his best friend's widow. So, he's caught off guard when Val proposes a no-strings hook-up with a side of fake dating. What starts as a charade quickly turns into complicated feelings. Between dodging setups, engaging in flirty road trip banter, and navigating a roller-coaster of emotions, Val feels like she's spinning out of control on the dancing pole of life. As attraction simmers and blurs the line between pretense and reality, they discover that faking love might be more precarious than falling for the real thing.

Heartbreak was just the pre-test. Now love's pop quiz is about to begin.

They flunked their first try at love. But can they pass the second time around? Autistic English teacher Rachel Bright thought she'd learned her lesson after Keith Payt broke her heart. The charming, easygoing, and allergic to commitment special education teacher was the last person she should ever trust again. But a year later, Keith is determined to win her over, despite their rocky past. When an assigned teacher's conference forces them on a road trip, an unexpected snowstorm strands them in a hotel with only one bed. Forced proximity leads to undeniable chemistry, and old sparks quickly flare. As Rachel and Keith navigate Christmas escape rooms, roller skating parties, and unexpected declarations, Rachel wonders if Keith has truly changed. But when a ghost from Keith's past threatens to prove Rachel was right all along, will their growing connection be enough to overcome their fears? Can they turn enemies into lovers, or will history repeat itself, leaving them both out in the cold?

Bobby Nooney has survived war zones, but nothing prepared her for middle school science class. Trading combat boots for lab coats in the quirky town of Marchfield, she's not looking for love-until she accidentally scares the daylights out of guidance counselor Mel Brannaghan in a dimly lit records room. Sparks fly, and suddenly, lesson plans aren't the only thing on her mind. Mel thought she'd flunked love for good. When her cheating husband died in his lover's arms, she left town for a fresh start. Dating wasn't part of Mel's plan, but Bobby's presence makes it hard for her to deny their growing attraction. Spicy, swoon-worthy, and laugh-out-loud funny, Tardy Pass, No Questions Asked is the queer love story that started it all at Marchfield Middle. With heart, heat, and just the right amount of school mayhem, this prequel proves that love shows up-whether you're ready or not.