Izuku Midoriya is an aspiring author working in a bookstore owned by his idol, Toshinori Yagi, alongside his best friend, Tenya Iida. When he meets Ochako Uraraka though, a girl new to town and an artist with dreams of creating a graphic novel, he finds his world changing as she inspires him to finally chase his dream and he inspires her in turn. Quirkless AU, older characters.

After the recent villain attacks, Izuku finds out about Uraraka's nightmares and despite his own troubles, he tries his best to help her. Turns out they were both seeking comfort from one another. SPOILER: Set after chapter 98 in the manga. Slow Izuku x Ochaco development.