My Best Friend, My First Love is a heartwarming juvenile romance about Jamie and Alex?best friends whose bond deepened through shared adventures, secrets, and summer escapades. As they navigate school days, heartfelt confessions, and the delicate shift from friendship to first love, they learn that every small moment matters. This tender journey explores the joy, vulnerability, and challenges of growing up, capturing the magic of discovering that the person you've always known might also be the one who holds your heart.

Maya Ellington believes that love stories aren't just about romance?they're about self-discovery, too. As a writer of juvenile fiction love & romance, she crafts heartfelt stories about young love, personal growth, and the journey of finding where you truly belong. Her books are filled with real emotions, relatable characters, and moments that make readers hold their breath. Maya's writing is inspired by classic romance novels, 90s teen movies, and the excitement of experiencing something for the first time. When she's not writing, she's likely searching for the perfect playlist, journaling under fairy lights, or getting lost in a bookstore.