The Grand Galloping Gala is approaching and everypony is looking forward to it! At least, they should be. But for some the stress is mounting with every day that passes. Can they accept help from those who love them? And what if they happen to meet somepony new?

It can be hard not to compare oneself to their peers.

Coco Pommel takes her craft and business very seriously, and though she is proud of her work she remains aware that there are certain things which she is simply incapable of. Certain things which her colleagues make effortless. She tries not to ruminate on such matters.

But, inferiority complex or not, Sassy Saddles insists that Coco can't just stay in the office all day, so out into the city she goes. It's just for lunch and then she can get right back to work.

Surely this random café won't offer her something that radically changes her life.

Contains the following: anthro, transformation/twinning, petite figure to bombshell, surprisingly nothing explicit.

Featured 3/15/24.

Shortly after settling down in Starlight's Village, Sassy Saddles realizes the cutie-markless life isn't for her. Unfortunately, she has a marefriend now, and she won't leave without her.

Written for the Quills and Sofas May pairings knockout contest from 05/19/2023 to 05/21/2023.
This story was randomly assigned a pairing, which ended up being Sassy Saddles x Sugar Belle.

This story is a sequel to Spike's Mark

In “Spike’s Mark”, Spike confessed his love to Rarity and gave her a Mark of Love. It was supposed to be a ‘Happy Ending’. However, Rarity’s adventure was just beginning. Starting where Spike’s Mark left off comes the next chapter In Spike and Rarity’s relationship. A tale of romance, drama, and humor. One that will make you both laugh and cry just like its predecessor. It will most certainly have moments that touch your heart...I guarantee.

In this story, you will see most of the Mane 6 return as well as Sassy Saddles, the Cutie Mark Crusaders, and a few other special side characters from the series. You will learn how Rarity’s family reacts to Rarity dating Spike. You will hear the tale of how the Carousel Boutique was first created. You will see special moments where sisters bond together…and playfully team up against a little dragon.

But the big question will be the ultimate choice Rarity must make.

Confronted with the fact that some ponies still fear dragons and the idea of a pony and dragon being together is considered ‘unnatural’, Rarity must choose which path to take. Finding the love she has searched for or fulfilling the dream she always desired. Can such a union truly exist or will Rarity lose her Spikey-Wikey?

Spoiler Alert if you have not read “Spike’s Mark”. Fortunately, you do not need to have to read “Spike’s Mark” to enjoy this story since all the side characters will be learning about the events as well.

Since the day of the grand opening of Canterlot Boutique, Twilight Sparkle keeps thinking of the time when Sassy Saddles called her "the hot new princess in Equestria." And she's curious, does she really think she's hot?

May Pairing Contest 2023

Sugar Belle visits Carousel Boutique in search of Rarity, but she finds a different mare instead. Despite their differences, she finds they have something they can bond over.

This was written for the Quills and Sofa’s Speedwriting May Pairings Knockout contest, and also an entry to the Original Pairings May Pairings contest! Y’all can thank Shaslan and RNG for this one.

With end-of-year exams at the School of Friendship taking much of her time and energy, Ocellus the changeling has been feeling tired and stressed. Her friends offer to take her to Canterlot for a break, but Sandbar has an even better idea - a romantic dinner at the Tasty Treat.

Once again, this story was requested by chazkopa, whom I would like to thank for giving me an excuse to write an Ocelbar-centred fanfic. I was thinking of doing one anyway, and I may do one set in the Locoverse at a later date, but for now, this has allowed me to indulge in one of my two Young Six OTPs (sorry, Yonabar fans).

The basis for this story, again, is a picture by 13mcjunkinm which I've adopted as the cover art. Another artwork that came to light while I was working on the story, and which I've worked into the narrative, is this.

Canterlot’s best kept secret is the Incognito Cart, a food cart that sells all the greasy, deep-fried, spicy, butter-caked foods no posh pony would ever be caught dead eating. As part of the rules, every pony present must remain 100% anonymous.

But in a place where every pony is a Stranger, there might also be something else worth finding here...

As a pony working the world of high fashion, Rarity knows how important reputation is. That's why she strives to make sure every client feels cared for - and that her employees do the same.

The only trouble is that a few ponies are raving about the dresses Rarity personally designed for them.

Ponies that Rarity has no recollection of meeting.

Featured from 12-20 to 12-23-21, peaking at the #1 spot. Thanks, everypony!

Coco Pommel considers what it means to love, and to be loved in turn.

Originally written for the Coco Pommel contest in Quills and Sofas.

Cover art by Mushroom.