This is the first chapter of Mixed Signals, the second book I completed. It's sort of in the same universe as Being Bookish, but not directly involving that friend group. I adore Noah, though be warned, he is the hot mess of hot messes. Mel is one of my favorite FMCs; she's who I wish I were sometimes, if I had more confidence. And yes, we share a pen name. I have to admit, she had it first. Chapter 1 - Noah It was one of those weird pandemic crushes. Noah first noticed her a