Chapter One: The Books

James Potter glanced at the title of the book in his hands. '99 foolproof ways to charm a witch: The 99 day guide to win her heart.' James smiled as an image of Lily came to the top of his brain, but his smile faded as he thought about her hatred of him. He quickly turned back tot he book, thoughts filled with hope.

99 foolproof ways to charm a witch was written by Jacob Falcon, with help from his wife, Sam Falcon. It is a 99 day, step by step guide to win the heart of the one you love. Jacob wrote this book after having quite a difficult time with Sam, so he decided to help out other young men. This book has many different options to fit the personality of whomever you choose. Whether she is Smart, cautious, shy, stubborn, outgoing, or even taken, this book has a safe, harmless solution. If you fancy her, this book is for you.

James smiled. It sure sounded helpful, and hey, what did he have to lose? It was his last year of Hogwarts after all...

He fished out a few more sickles out of his pocket and walked to the checkout, coins in one hand, books in the other. The witch at the counter grinned at him.

"99 foolproof ways to charm a witch?"

James blushed, embarrassed. Of course of all people, he had a female checking out his books. "It's erm, yeah, for my best friend, er, Sirius Black, know him? Well, I doubt it, but, yeah..."

The witch wasn't listening, instead, flipping through the pages, smiling.

"You know, I think this is the book my husband used on me. I saw it when I borrowed his Transfiguration book and the pages weren't... about transfiguration." She gave a tinkling laugh. "He only got to page 28 when I caught him and we started going out. Of course, I had already fancied him before, but the book made me fall in love." She continued, pulling out her wand and tapping his book, the cover transforming into the same one as Advanced Transfiguration: Book 7. "Here you go dear, now you can go over it in that class. Just a suggestion."

"Er, thanks for the help."

"No problem pumpkin, and just to let you know, I DID meet Sirius Black... he wasn't the type to use this book. Anyways, Thank you for your purchase, come to Flourish and Blotts anytime, and Good Luck! I mean, good day!" The witch winked before turning to her next customer.

James smiled. I have the feeling this will work... I really do.

Lily Evans walked to the checkout counter for a 2nd time. The first time she went, she had checked out her schoolbooks, ready to go back home, but on her way out, a book caught her eye.

'Switch: a 99 day guide to get the one who fancies you to stop, and the one you fancy to start.'

Lily smiled. She knew who she wanted to stop. If Potter quit asking her out, it would be a miracle. Also, she was pretty sure she had someone in mind she wanted to start liking her...

She opened the book out of sheer curiosity, and as soon as she had, she wished she didn't.

Switch was written by Amanda Deo, who spent 7 years in school to get a man to quit chasing her, and trying to win the heart of the man she loved. She developed a plan which worked successfully in 99 days, later writing this book to help any exasperated wizards or witches with the same problem while they travel along Amanda's story, and also have the happy ending she herself had.

Just like she had expected, Lily was now hooked. She wanted the book now, but her money...

I'll miss out for lunch on the trolley, big deal. Plus, it will be great to have a dinner at Hogwarts... mmm...

Unable to help herself, she walked back to the counter, a few extra sickles in hand. This time, she was placed with a cute, blonde, young witch instead of the balding old man as last time.

"Switch, one of my best friends in my young Hogwarts days. I could barely get some guys off me, and I got a few too, but it wasn't the right choice. My husband had a better book, but for guys. You want the guy to go for you. Nice pick though. Who is the lucky guy for you?"

"What? Oh, the guy I like? I'm not sure yet. Just an eye on a boy in my year. He's smart, light brown hair, and I think he'll get head boy this year."

"Hmm, what about the other guy?"

"Ugh, Potter? He's arrogant, doesn't take anything seriously, asks me out 24/7, probably wants me to go out with him because I'm the only girl who's ever turned him down-"

"Short tousled black hair and glasses?"

"Yeah... wait, how did you-"

"Checked out his books. He seemed the type of guy to fancy you. Handsome, caring, gentlemanly, determined. I'd say to give him a try."

Lily was frustrated. Why was everybody so obsessed with Potter?

"He's none of those!"

The witch shook her head sadly. "If you say so sweetie. I supposed you know him better. I only talked to him for a couple minutes. Anyways, thank you for your purchase. Goodbye." She said, thrusting the book into Lily's arms, turning to the next customer, still shaking her head. Lily was furious

Like a worker at Flourish and Blotts would know Potters true self. He had probably been flirting with her, the little pervert. Flirting with a married woman. How could she think she knows him? She only talked to him for a minute! Which, is more than I've ever had a conversation with him, but still. Forget Potter. I need to study my school books. I can think about 'Switch' later on the Hogwarts Express...

James sat at his breakfast table the morning of boarding the Hogwarts Express. Instead of eating like Sirius was, James opened his book.

Introduction:

So, you've got your eye on her. Problem is, she doesn't know you exist, is your best friend, is taken*, likes you**, or simply hates your guts. Whatever it is, we have the solution to get her in a harmless way. No love potions or tricks required. All you need is your personal charm, and this handy book. You should have her falling for you by day 99! (Some suggest doing two days per one book day, lasting 198 days instead***) So grab this book, go out there, and good luck!

*Not recommended if witch is married or engaged.

**Just turn to day 99

***If not, just give up. You're out of hope.

James smiled, having absolutely no regrets about buying this book.

Simply hates my guts would be Lily Evans... and if this book works, Lily Potter it would be. She's as stubborn as a mule though... I think I'll do 198 days...

He came out of his trance of thinking about Lily Evans to see Sirius looking worried.

"What's wrong Padfoot? Eat too much again?"

Sirius didn't answer the question, instead asking James a question himself.

"Does you being head boy this year mean you're going to study and read 24/7 like Moony?"

James laughed, "No, no, it's not like it seems... This, my dear friend, is the key to winning Lily Evans' heart." He said as mysteriously as possible.

"A Transfiguration book?"

James glanced at it, realizing the cover was still like his textbooks. "No, not like that-"

"Oh, I get it Prongs, you sly dog. Or sly stag I should say." He chuckled, "You're going to study and act smart so she'll like you. Prongs mate, I'm going to have to say, that's not one of your best moves. She'll probably confuse you with Moony or something."

"Padfoot, you don't get it. This book is a disguise. A blonde witch at Flourish and Blotts transfigured it for me."

"Who, Stephie?"

"Er... what?"

"Stephie! The blonde witch! I saw her, I was flirting with her when I had my books checked out."

"You were flirting with a married woman? You pervert!"

"She's married? Oh d--"

"YOU'RE LATE!" Came a tiny voice from the clock in the room, covering up Sirius's last word. James sighed.

"Clock's right. Let's get going to the Hogwarts Express, I'll tell you then."

Introduction:

You're life just isn't going the way it should be. There are pestering boys/girls who keep asking you out nonstop, but you WANT it to stop. It's getting downright annoying. Then of course, the person you actually do fancy doesn't fancy you back. We can make this change.

So get ready for this 99 day guide to 'Switch' things around!

Lily smiled, not being able to wait to get started. Potter not liking her, it would be great. She sat in the Head compartment looking through random pages of her book, waiting for whoever the Head boy would be to come in and join her and give directions to the prefects.

It'll probably be Remus. Remus Lupin with his Light brown hair, chocolate brown eyes. He's really smart and funny too, a great friend. He was prefect last year, and I bet he'll make Head boy. I can't wait.

A/N: So theres chapter one :) It was a bit short and I hope the rest wont be that short, but it was fun to write. I should be getting Chapter 2 up soon... hopefully :) I hoped you liked, and if you have anything to say just click the little review button down at the bottom for me :)

XLillyX

Disclaimer: And of course, I don't own all of JK's characters and shops and all the good stuff. I own some stuff though, you gotta give me some credit ;)