Nick and Charlie

This novella, set in the popular Heartstopper universe, follows fan-favorite couple Nick and Charlie as they navigate the emotional complexities of Nick's impending departure for university. Charlie, a year younger, worries about being left behind and holding Nick back, while Nick struggles to understand Charlie's unspoken fears. The story delves into the anxieties surrounding first loves, long-distance relationships, and the challenges of growing up and maintaining connection amidst significant life changes. It's a poignant exploration of self-doubt, communication, and the resilience required to make a relationship last, offering a relatable narrative for teens experiencing similar transitions.

From the mega-bestselling creator of Heartstopper, a must-have novella in which Heartstopper's lead characters, Nick and Charlie, face one of their biggest challenges yet. Absence makes the heart grow fonder... right? Everyone knows that Nick and Charlie love their nearly inseparable life together. But soon Nick will be leaving for university, and Charlie, a year younger, will be left behind. Everyone's asking if they're staying together, which is a stupid question... or at least that's what Nick and Charlie assume at first. As the time to say goodbye gets inevitably closer, both Nick and Charlie start to question whether their love is strong enough to survive being apart. Charlie is sure he's holding Nick back... and Nick can't tell what Charlie's thinking. Things spiral from there. Everyone knows that first loves rarely last forever. What will it take for Nick and Charlie to defy the odds?