Radish Featured Week #60: Hollywood
It’s Hollywood Featured week on Radish!
Oh, the glitz and glamour of everything in Hollywood...
Who doesn’t get fascinated by the A-lister life?
Who doesn’t dream of living in La-La Land?
Who doesn’t want to be a part of their world?
You get access to the latest fashion!
You get to have a huge mansion in the Hills!
You can either drive a fancy car or have a limo with a driver... or both.
You get to star in your own movie!
You get invited to red carpet events, too!
You won’t even have to introduce yourself ever again because everywhere you go, people will recognize you!
You have A-lister friends who understands the struggle of being a celebrity!
And of course, the best part...
You get to have your very own Hollywood romance!
Awww, isn’t that the fantasy?
Well, you don’t have to fantasize anymore!
Go check out these featured stories below and live that dream!
1. Glory and Gore by longtimegone
Aspiring starlet, Bella Ford, has finally managed to get her career to take off. It may be heading in a direction she hadn't anticipated, but at least it was moving. Under her label's direction, Bella is forced to become a completely new person. Isabella Crawford was too Taylor Swift, but Bella Ford is exactly the sort of sexy breath of fresh air the industry needs. In order to boost interest, Bella is forced into a relationship with renowned Hollywood Bad Boy, Ace Maddox. The only difference between Ace Maddox and every other young guy in the limelight are the criminal convictions as long as his arm. Not to mention that Yvonne Bradley murder trial. Bella can't help but find herself drawn into the drama surrounding Maddox, and it really doesn't help when he refuses to deny murdering his ex-girlfriend after a drug-fueled night out in L.A. Bella knew her life in the spotlight was going to be different from her one before, but things tend to get crazier the more involved with Maddox she becomes. Bella can't help but wonder if through all the games, Maddox was the one to kill Yvonne or whether it was someone else. But after all, they don't call him Mad Maddox for nothing. Could Bella be following in Yvonne's footsteps? Sometimes, in order to get the glory, there has to be gore.
2. Not Like The Movies by WeMadeYouReadThis
When Zoe Harper met Nash Wilder at the set of her very first sitcom, sparks flew. She was just starting out as an actress and he was someone behind-the-scenes. They became the best of friends and eventually fell in love. They vowed to pursue their dreams together and make a name for themselves in the industry. They believed they got it all figured out. Until Hollywood got in the way. Six years later, their names are amongst the biggest stars in Hollywood. His career is steadily rising and hers has gone into the stratosphere. All these years they managed to steer clear from each other. But fate had other plans. Cast for their first movie team-up, they are forced to face their off-the-charts chemistry and the bittersweet memories of their secret past. The attraction between them is undeniable. But should they trust each other again and aim for that perfect movie ending? Or will they learn that love is not like the movies at all?
3. My Life Uncovered by LynnIsenberg
This is the story of Laura Taylor, a naive and ambitious screenwriter who leaves the Midwest for Hollywood determined to write the Great American Film... but accidentally ends up writing the Great American ADULT Film. Laura Taylor lands in Hollywood determined to make it as an Academy Award winning screenwriter... one day. Her agent Scott Sher of Significant Talent Agency says he just cut a major deal for her. However, not only does she learn this is a lie, but that he has quit and vanished either with the Peace Corps or in a detox cell. When her car breaks down, her mechanic Joseph sees a script and suggests he take it to his cousin at the Accent Film Company--who recognizes her talent and hires her to write "go movie"... Unbeknownst to Laura, she soon discovers she's been hired to write an Adult Movie. Desperate for funds to pay her rent, she accepts and enters the rabbit hole. Under the name of Bella Feega, Laura takes off as a hit writer in the world of porn films... However, Laura’s efforts to hide her money making career from her mainstream attempts prove difficult and futile as her two worlds collide exposing a good girl...
4. Immortal Glamour: A Gotham Hollywood Story by ColleenGleason
Hollywood, California: The last time DEA Agent Lyla Harris saw Gunnar Malkensen, the super-sexy stuntman/vampire nearly killed her—through no fault of his own. But now she needs his help, and she’s willing to do anything to gain access to him—including taking the place of his weekly call-girl.
5. Forever After by LindaPoitevin
Wedding bells are in the air, but single mom Gwynneth Jacobs and Hollywood mega star Gareth Connor are finding that the road to matrimony is anything but smooth. Each thinks they’re doing what’s best for the other, but with everything from the paparazzi to an overzealous wedding planner getting in their way, they may have lost touch with what exactly that is. With Gwyn developing decidedly cold feet over the whole event, can they reconnect with what’s truly important in time for their upcoming nuptials? Or will they have to face the possibility their lives may just be too different after all?
Are you ready?
Lights, camera, ACTION!
