Starhub Garden

The Messier Starhub

by M.D. Engel

52 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 12, 2026

About the author

M.D. Engel writes at the intersection of science fiction and romance, leaning into everyday conversational tones, familiar tropes, and flawed but lovable characters. Because let’s be honest, not every book needs to be deep to be enjoyable.

By day, they work at a fast-paced start-up, which makes stress management a must. To stay balanced, M.D. Engel turns to reading, gaming, physical fitness, and now, writing. Their stories pull from real-life experiences and are filled with the humor and heart of everyday moments. At the end of the day, they write for one simple reason: fun.

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Reviews

[K.M. McKenna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awww I truly enjoyed this story!! The spice was ahhhh and it was also so wholesome, truly heartwarming <3

Thank you MD Engel for the ARC (all opinions are my own ofc). Not just a great story but a great author and I'm always excited for new releases for my sci-fi romance itch!

[Jen Reading · Rating 5 out of 5]

A sweet romance where years of longing finally reaches a breaking point. Stamm and Mira are longtime friends. Stamm has loved her for years and has always been there for her, but Mira finally starts to see what has been in front of her all along. A quick, passionate read with the perfect blend of emotion, pining, and spice.

I received a free copy of this book from the author and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[El Hoffman · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely loved this book! Friends-to-lovers is one of my favorite tropes, so I knew I’d like it! The couple is so sweet together, and I really liked that their families are supportive too. 5/5!

[Colleen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another cute and spicy book. I do wish the FMC was more alien; she felt more humanoid.