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A beautiful woman is locked in my bunker. She stirs in me something I thought I'd long ago snuffed out: desire. I murdered her abductor, but I'm no hero. I'm the monster they call the Angel of Death, yet she makes me feel like a man again. My hidden little secret in the cellar is a prize I won't be throwing away. Her luscious lips and sweet curves promise that hiding from the mafia just got a lot more exciting. I'm not going anywhere. And neither is she. This novel is a full length romantic suspense novel with no cliffhangers. Explicit language. Safe from cheating.

Hana Johal is an English immigrant, who settled in New Zealand with her husband and two children. Cruelly widowed in her thirties, Hana has raised her teenagers alone. Now older and wiser, she has become bored with her predictable life working in an all boys' school in the Waikato region of the North Island. She begins the new school year with a desire for excitement, wishing quickly that she hadn't been so rash. While the attempted mugging seemed random at first, it becomes clear that Hana is being particularly targeted but she has no idea why or by whom. Falling in love with a new colleague had not been part of her plan either and brings complications of its own, especially when she discovers that they met once before back in London, on one of the worst days of Hana's life.

What do you do if you fall in love with the wrong person at the wrong time? All Dev wanted was a break from his day to day life. He never expected to see the girl of his childhood dreams, the princess who couldn’t tolerate a pea. Yet, here he was. In Bhadeshwar. Visiting his uncle’s family and hopelessly in love with sixteen year old Geetanjali. His father was a womaniser. His mother was a broken woman. His beloved brother was dead. He needed to bring back happiness into his family. What was he to do with Geetanjali? He would leave her. No why should he leave her? He would keep her. Read the story of this conflicted man. Read the story of dewy eyed and beautiful Geetanjali. How full of hope and expectations she was. Life was almost wonderful. Then she met him. He wanted her. Yet he did not want her. What was she supposed to do? Read Geetanjali’s story. How does she deal with the twists and turns life brings her way?

Aloka was the headmaster's sixth daughter. Her mother died the night she was born. Her step mother hated the sight of her. Her father could not bear to even look at her. When she was ten, her mother's friend Amrita came and took her away with her to Delhi. Aloka was catapulted into a whole new world of wealth, power and luxury. In this world people loved her and cared for her. This world held so many new things. It held Abeer. An Abeer who along with his family showed her the way to build her future. As they both grew, their relationship transformed, till it reached a crossroads. Abeer had always protected her. How would he protect her from himself? Where were they both headed? Trigger warning : Contains explicit sexual content

Surviving a plane crash was the easy part... Gwenn I can’t fall in love with the man who rescued me from the clutches of death after we met. I just can’t. I’ve never been the type to depend on anyone if at all possible, let alone a gorgeous guy I'm stuck with in a tiny shed during a snowstorm who keeps reminding me that getting out of this place alive depends on us working together. My survival might be safe in his hands, but it’s the rest of me in his hands I can’t stop thinking about. Rhett I promised her I wouldn’t abandon her. I keep telling myself it’s because I can’t bear to lose anyone else, stranger or not. It’s more than that, though. I feel it every time she looks at me with those hauntingly beautiful eyes. If we ever make it out of here, I’m in deep trouble.

sports (hockey and figure skating)/childhood best friends/best friends to lovers/fake dating/opposites attract Carter Knox knows exactly what he wants - a chance to play hockey with the pros, the Arthur Baker award, and the promise of attention and money that comes with all of it. And damn it, he needs the money. With the way he carries himself, not many people know he's on a scholarship and that his future depends on getting the award and going pro. With his good looks, charm, and skills, he also has puck bunnies following him everywhere he goes. He can't really say no to them all the time - can he? But something's not quite right lately, and none of those women is like the fire-on-ice, former childhood best friend Julia Stern who has just returned from overseas. He tells himself that it's only because of the award that he's trying to get her into a fake dating contract that can boost his reputation, but is it? Jules Stern is not your average girl, no matter how many times you may puke at that description. She's literally gravity-defying and hella smart. After all, she has been training for the Olympics since she was a little girl. She has been brought up with only the best, with tutors, trainers, and nutritionists. Her family leaves their small town of Brooks Haven just so she can train with the best in figure skating, and her juniors' run has her winning trophies and medals left and right. However, an injury has her questioning whether figure skating is all there is to her life and starting over is rough without the maddening Carter presenting another chance to be in the limelight again. Will this chance to make herself less of an object of pity turn into a love-and-hate relationship with her former best friend?

In her Loveswept debut, Maggie McGinnis tells the tale of a city girl who’s running on fumes—and the cowboy who shows her all the good things she’s been missing. After being betrayed by her con man ex-fiancé, Kyla Bennett nurses a broken heart. But Kyla's friends have other ideas and when they whisk her off to Whisper Creek, a dude ranch staffed by cowboys so hot they dim the Montana sunset, all Kyla wants to do is hide under a quilt. Then in rides Decker Driscoll. He’s hauling about as much emotional baggage as Kyla, but when he stands close by, both of them want to stay close—and begin to succumb to an undeniable attraction. After experiencing personal tragedy, Decker never thought he’d see Big Sky country again. But now that his family's Whisper Creek property is in deep with a Vegas gambler, Decker’s back for the summer—and spending all his time running from “cowgirls” who come to the dude ranch to score some dudes. Then he meets Kyla, a kindred spirit who brings on a stampede of protective feelings . . . and a powerful hankering to sear her with a new brand of love. Includes a special message from the editor, as well as excerpts from these Loveswept titles: Blue Lines, Roman Holiday, and After the Kiss.

Nick A man like me has certain tastes. And needs. I’ll pay top dollar for whatever I’m craving. No price is too high if it means I get what I want. What I desire. Until one day when a certain blonde walks in and turns my life upside down. All I need is one month to get her out of my system forever. At least that’s what I hope. Cherry Lying on my back for rich guys is not my idea of a dream job. Ever since my world imploded, I’ve had to do what I’ve had to do. I’m not proud of it. But I’m a survivor. I’ll do whatever it takes. Until I lay eyes on my billionaire client, Nick. The things he does to me—and the way he makes me feel, blows my mind and shakes my reality. When he asks for one month of exclusivity—I can’t say no. My head tells me I can keep it professional. My heart isn’t so sure. After all, it’s just another job. Right?

A stormy night changes their lives forever... In LOVE BATS LAST, (The Tavonesi Series, #1), the baseball diamond isn't the only field for all-star player Alex Tavonesi; he also runs his family's prestigious vineyard. What he can't seem to run is his love life. He's closing in on the perfect vintage and the perfect game, but so far the perfect woman has eluded him. Veterinarian Jackie Brandon is eluding her aristocratic past and memories of a soccer star who jilted her just before their wedding. She devotes herself to a marine mammal rescue center on the northern California coast, where hundreds of seals and sea lions are washing up dead. A chance meeting in a midnight storm brings Alex and Jackie together to rescue a stranded whale. Watching her work, he realizes she's the passionate, courageous woman he thought he'd never find—he just has to overcome her deep distrust of jocks. Jackie’s passion and courage lead her to discover what's killing the sea mammals. The culprits want to silence her, and Alex is the only one standing in their way. What will he sacrifice to save the woman he loves? While each book in The TAVONESI SERIES: HEART OF THE GAME can be read as a standalone, you'll likely enjoy reading all the books in the series: Love Bats Last (Book 1, Jackie and Alex) Thrown By Love (Book 2, Chloe and Scotty) Fielder's Choice (Book 3, Matt and Alana) Love On The Line (Book 4, Cara and Ryan) Aim for Love (Book 5, Sabrina and Kaz) PRAISE for LOVE BATS LAST “Sure to thrill fans of modern romantic fiction. If you love Bella Andre and Susan Elizabeth Phillips, you’ll love The Tavonesi Series!” —EarthLoving Lens “A new star in the romance world!” —New York Times bestselling author E. Alexander “My favorite reads are spin-off series by authors like Nora Roberts and I’m happy to find another author I love reading as much.” —Julie Martin Wallace "I didn’t want to put this book down, but did when reality interrupted. The sizzle between Jackie and Alex and the suspense kept me wanting more." —Julie, GoodReads.com reader “Triple Crown, Ms. Aares! This story has so many levels that all weave together beautifully. From the moment readers start tuning the pages, there will be no putting this story down until love bats last! — InD’tale Magazine AUTHOR PAMELA AARES is an author of contemporary and historical romance novels. Her first book, Jane Austen and the Archangel (Angels Come to Earth, #1) was released in 2012. Midnight Becomes You, (Angels Come to Earth, #2) will release in 2015, along with four more books in The Tavonesi series, all releasing in 2014. Before becoming a romance author, Pamela Aares produced and wrote award-winning films and radio shows. Pamela holds a Master’s Degree from Harvard and lives in the wine country of California with her husband and two curious cats. Her love of nature led to adventures scuba diving the coral reefs of Fiji, exploring the cliffs of Greece, sea kayaking the Rosario Straits and white water rafting the wild and scenic rivers of the west—and romance! (love story, contemporary romance, alpha heroes, beach reads, sexy romance, bad boys, falling in love, romance sports,new kindle romance)

He'll fight to the death to protect both his child and his woman, But can their love survive with all odds stacked against them? Aaron always followed pack rules… until he didn’t . Rule#1: Fealty to pack Rule #2: Loyalty to clan Rule#3: Avoid humans Aaron spent years resisting the charms of the human woman, Michelle. Then, resisting her became impossible. But… Shifters don’t fall in love with humans. And… Shifters can’t get humans pregnant. When a night of shared passion proves both these to be fallacies, Aaron has a new problem on his hands. To keep her, he must challenge his pack, his clan, his alpha and centuries of tradition. He'll fight to the death to protect both his child and his woman, But can their love survive with all odds stacked against them? Intended for mature adults 18 and over! This book is a standalone with a HEA ending

When Amber Young, a quiet, brilliant newspaper puzzle editor, detects a hidden cypher, she realizes a serial killer is leaving clues hidden in plain sight. The FBI’s BAU unit needs Amber’s unique genius to help them decode the mystery and catch a killer before it’s too late, and in this page-turning, cat and mouse thriller, it’s a battle of clues, riddles, twists—and genius.

Librarian's note: See alternate cover edition of ASIN B00C37QFW0 here. Two souls meet at a dark railroad crossing… there's no hint this night will be the beginning - and end - of everything. Lily doesn't exist any more - old Lily, anyway. That night made her different, rewrote her life, tore up everything she thought she knew and understood. How do you go back to normal after you've met someone who has turned your life upside down? When you fear the passionate connexion but don't want to live for anything else? When those few moments were the most intense and intimate of your life and it was the barest taste of what you could have together? How do you find the strength to not run away from something that has the power to shatter your heart? Note: This book contains explicit sexual content, graphic language and situations that some readers may find objectionable (including spanking and bondage). Content intended for adults only. Length: 75,000 + words This book lays the foundation for the story that unfolds in the remaining four books. It has sweet interludes, moments of intense seduction, and some suspense and intrigue. It is meant to introduce you to the world and characters, with the tale picking up in subsequent installments. Thank you! - Holly This is the first of five books; the series is complete. "An Accidental Affair" "Step Across the Rubicon" "The Air I Breathe" "Banish the Darkness" "Step In To the Light"

Abigail is more than ready for a change when she inherits a cottage from her beloved mentor, knitting guru Eliza Carpenter. Leaving the oppressive city for the greener pastures of a small California beach town, she intends to turn her cozy little windfall into a knitting shop and spend her days spinning, designing, and purling. But she's not going to be welcomed with open arms by her new neighbor. Eliza's disgruntled nephew, the gorgeous Cade, now owns everything surrounding Abigail's ramshackle new home, and he views this sexy city girl as an unwanted interloper. But chemistry working overtime is drawing two very different people closer than they ever thought possible. And when the past that Abigail thought she'd left behind comes calling, she'll have to somehow learn to trust her handsome adversary with much more than just her heart.

Fate challenges a boy to find his place in the world in a powerful short story from Abraham Verghese, the New York Times bestselling author of The Covenant of Water. It’s a New Jersey summer in 1967, and thirteen-year-old Ravi Ramanathan has the makings of a tennis prodigy. His surgeon father encourages his ambition, while his mother dreams of their only child following his father’s path. Surrounded by his parents’ love, Ravi chafes a bit at their daily routines and little traditions. Then one unexpected day, everything changes. Realizing how much he took for granted, Ravi must grow up overnight and find a new role in the life of his family.

Never trust a billionaire . . . Aaron thinks he can have anything—or anyone—he wants, including me. But when I discovered I was the other woman, I vowed never to see him again. Except he’s not the only one with a secret. When a chance meeting brings us together again, I can no longer hide the truth. Now he wants what’s his—our six-year-old twins. And he insists I’m part of the deal. If I don’t marry him, I’ll be forced to give up my children. I’ll do whatever it takes for the twins, only I’m not the innocent girl I once was, and there’s no way I’m giving him a second chance. But when someone dangerous from my past comes looking for me, I start to see a new side to Aaron that makes me question what’s beneath his need for control. Now the man I vowed never to trust may be the only person who can protect me . . . Aaron’s Patience is book 1 in the Townsends of Williamsport series but is a standalone. The book contains graphic language, violence, discussion of assault and mental illness, and very steamy love scenes. Happily ever after is guaranteed in this BWWM romance.

One, two, we’re coming for you. When elitist rich girl Libra Thorn wakes up in Absentia Asylum after partying all winter break, she has no clue how she got there. Three, four, unlock your door. Forced into confinement, the noises and shadows in her room are just the start of the horrors that wait for her in the dark. Five, six, take your medicine. No one knows who she is except her new stalkers—the three heathens who terrorize her every chance they get. Seven, eight, there’s no escape. Raithe, Mordecai, and Fabien are monsters—psychos who won’t stop until they get what they want—revenge on Libra Thorn. It’s her fault they’re in Absentia Asylum. Nine, ten, you’re not dead yet. Their games are sick and twisted and dark… But Libra is as obsessed as they are, craving their touch even when it hurts. Eleven, twelve… better run like hell. Absentia Mori is a dark and deranged asylum romance where the heroine ends up with multiple love interests. This story is connected to the worlds of Wickford Hollow and The Devils of Raven’s Gate. This book contains content not suitable for all readers. Please refer to the preview for a full list of TWs. 18+ readers only. Discretion advised.

Daisy Hayes was a sculptress, and blind since birth. In 1964 a French priest came to visit her at the collective studio in north London where she worked. He was fascinated by the blind artist and told her, “There’s this program at the Vatican Museums, where blind people get an opportunity to study archaeological artefacts by touch. Are you interested?” — “Of course, mon Père!” In AD 64 a blind masseuse working at the baths in Rome overheard some important men preparing to set fire to the city and seize power. When they found out that she knew too much, they had her arrested and tried to eliminate her. She decided she had to leave a message revealing the plot, and did everything she could to save her hide. So, as a Vatican intern 1900 years later, Daisy uncovered a mysterious message from antiquity: the Desiderata stone.

This book has more than one point of view. If you prefer to avoid multiple perspectives, this book may not be your cup of tea.\The first few chapters have been rewritten to take out the lengthy conversation in which Tiffany's abductor explains Zartoto to her at the start of the book. I've listened to my readers and took your advice to remove that bit. I appreciate the feedback. This is a new edition.Tiffany's world is turned upside down when she's abducted to a post-apocalyptic planet infested with energy vampires. But Zartoto is no ordinary place – it's inhabited by blue aliens called Zartotians, with four horns serving as their ears. Zartotians wield magic through their body language, casting spells like you've never seen before. As Tiffany adapts to this alien planet, she uncovers a stunning humans can harness magic too, but only while on Zartoto. Amidst the chaos, shape-shifting wonders lurk, transforming into powerful bears and elusive wolves. But danger looms larger than ever before, and Tiffany steps up to protect the community from an unimaginable threat. Join Tiffany on an extraordinary journey of magic, courage, and the bonds that unite them all. Will she save Zartoto from its impending doom? Find out in this breathtaking tale that will leave you spellbound until the very last page!This series is officially complete!*

When your reputation is ruined, why not enjoy it? For Regency wallflower, Miss Verity Barnes, nothing is more difficult than obtaining a voucher to Almack’s Assembly Rooms…except salvaging her reputation after committing a grievous faux pas within ten minutes of stepping through the doors. But being cast out of fashionable society inspires Verity to seek out a different way of life—a way she believes will bring her happiness, comfort and security—becoming the mistress of a powerful man. Thomas Manfred, Marquess of Landsbury, isn’t looking for a biddable woman to warm his bed. His fortunes lie on the brink of ruin, so he needs a wealthy wife, and Lady Charlotte Grey, darling of the ton, seems to be the only answer. But he cannot forget the adorable, amusing, and naïve young beauty who humiliated herself at Almack’s. And when Verity shows up on his doorstep, demanding he take her as his mistress as amends for the part he played in her ruin, he simply cannot resist the temptation. But Lady Charlotte isn’t willing to give up her position at Thomas’s side or share his attentions with anyone. Her acid tongue could ruin Verity’s reputation even more thoroughly than it has already been destroyed…unless fate intervenes. A light-hearted, fun, SUPER steamy, Regency romp—a quick read, not to be taken too seriously. PLEASE BE ADVISED – Steam Level: Five-Alarm Fire with a generous helping of F-bombs. Don’t say you weren’t warned.

Together with my best friends and our unique canine darlings, Sweetpea, Honeypot, and Cupid’s Ass—yes, Cupid’s Ass—we run a very successful matchmaking company called Leashed to Love. But now I want to take my skill set to the next level. I want to get clued up and physical in bedroom matters so I can learn tips and tricks for keeping couples together after marriage. Maybe I’ll write a book about my horizontal adventures. Except, it doesn’t help since I’ve never done it before. And that’s where these three grumpy ranchers come into play. I dangle land they’ve been unsuccessful in purchasing for a while now in front of them, and in exchange they’ll let me experiment on them and with them. No holds barred. It’s the perfect deal. And love has nothing to do with it.

I was the girl no one looked at twice. Until they saw me. My whole life, no one has had my back. My parents are dead, my adoptive mother is a drug addict, and the mean girls on campus mock me for my scars. So when I end up desperate for money and out of options, I agree to sell the one thing I have left: my innocence. On the night I’m meant to give my body to a brutal Russian mobster, three men storm into the room like dark shadows and kill him before he can claim me. When they drag me from the blood-soaked bed, I’m certain they’re going to kill me too. They don’t… but they don’t forget about me, either. These three dangerous brothers will do anything to make sure I keep my mouth shut about what I saw, even if it means stalking my every movement. I’m a loose thread to them—but somehow, I’m becoming more than that too. I’m becoming an obsession. A temptation. A craving. And no matter how much I try to deny the terrifying attraction that pulses between us, I know if I don’t find a way out of this tangled web soon… Their darkness will swallow me up. Twisted Game is a full-length new adult romance with dark themes, damaged anti-heroes, and high heat. It is book one of four in the series. \RELEASE DATE WILL BE MOVED FORWARD.\

She said “yes” to the proposal She didn’t expect the dragons. When Kelley’s carefree boyfriend Anthony Salamandras pops the question, she figures it must be a joke. Nope. He’s serious. And he’s a dragon shifter. Thanks to a quick abduction and transformation on his planet, so is she. Kelley didn’t sign up for this. But she has her own allies. And she’s gonna show him just what the daughter of a vacuum cleaner repairman is made of. A light-hearted urban fantasy novella duology with romcom vibes a la My Big Fat Greek Wedding. Perfect quick read with a derpy alpha and a gamer/mythology nerd. Low PG-13 with a bit of mild language, some innuendo, and some kissing. Enjoy the The Fiery Shift Novella Duology \-Accidentally a Dragon Shifter \-Accidentally on Dragon Trial This is a completed novella duology

Meet Max Bentley: She’s socially awkward, uncommonly naive, and doesn’t have a filter between her brain and her mouth (though she’s heard great things about them and is on the hunt for one of her very own—fingers crossed). Oh! And her whole life is about to implode... You know what’s annoying? Having your first real date interrupted by a werewolf and a hellhound. And while it wasn’t exactly swoon-worthy to watch my date get ripped from my lips, luckily for him, I’m pretty great at kicking ass. I doubt I’ll get that second date any time soon, but I have to say that the whole thing wasn’t a total waste. Now that the monsters have invaded my small town, my family is finally ready to ditch the secluded cabin I grew up in, with nothing but a fat stack of books and TV to keep me and my brother from dying of boredom, for greener pastures. I’ve always dreamed of joining The Protector Guild—a secret establishment that studies captured demons and trains protectors to kill them. And when I enroll in The Guild Academy designed to train protectors to hunt escaped creatures from hell, I’m convinced I’m finally going to find my place in the world—just like the protagonists in all those books I’ve devoured. But I quickly learn that things in The Guild aren’t at all what they seem and I’ve been fed a steaming sack of lies my whole life. Maybe the old isolated cabin wasn’t so bad after all. At least back home I knew who I could trust. Sort of. After meeting a team of mysterious protectors who are way too good looking to be trustworthy, it’s up to my new friends (and enemies) to keep the very demons I’m supposed to be chasing after from chasing me instead. Great. So much for that new and exciting life I’ve always wanted. Clearly, there’s such a thing as too exciting...and that whole ‘careful what you wish for’ thing might have some merit. ◆ Academy of Protectors is the first book in a new series. Max's story is a slow-burn why choose / poly / reverse harem urban fantasy series. Get ready for action, spice, and intrigue.◆

Have you ever wanted something you just couldn’t have? When her mother abandons her, Danica Holland doesn’t want to reach out to her ex-stepfather for help–even though he’s always been the one and only parent she could rely on. But when Social Services intervenes on her behalf, he rushes in with open arms…and broad shoulders, strong hands, and that cleft in his chin that drives women wild. For Danica, life with Jean-Luc Rochat was always safe and secure. But after a year apart and a lot of growing up, things don’t feel so straightforward anymore. For example: Jean-Luc was always loving and protective, but was he also always…this hot? While Jean-Luc struggles to resist his inappropriate fixation on his stepdaughter and be the parent she needs, Danica realizes that she can’t settle for anything less than the one man she truly loves–even if he is the one man she can never have. Off Limits is a standalone taboo stepfather romance with an extra helping of spice and an HEA.

Julian Blackwood has one Maintain control. At all costs. As a self-made billionaire, he’s turned his life into a fortress, each decision a calculated move in a ruthless game. But his perfectly ordered world shatters with a single, unscheduled conclusive proof he has a one-year-old daughter. To Julian, this isn’t a family matter—it’s a hostile takeover. The mother, Ava Chen, is a fiercely independent artist who represents everything he chaos, emotion, and vulnerability. He launches a legal and financial war to secure his legacy, intending to crush her and claim the child. But Ava doesn’t break. She fights back with a power his money can’t touch and a courage that defies his every strategy. In her world, he’s not a king; he’s a liability. Every brutal tactic he deploys backfires, forcing him into a humiliating retreat. Humiliated and outmaneuvered, Julian is faced with an impossible choice. To win this war, he must surrender. To protect his daughter, he must become the one thing he fears a man who has lost control. But when his ruthless father threatens to destroy them all, Julian will have to decide what his legacy is truly worth—the empire he built, or the family he never knew he wanted. Perfect for fans of Rina Kent and Sophie Lark, The Accidental Heir is a gripping, emotional, and steamy billionaire romance about a man who must burn down his entire world to become the father his daughter deserves.

I've spent years extending an olive branch to Eoghan Kennedy, hoping for just a little bit of love. Even the smallest crumbs of his friendship would've been enough, but not anymore. I'm done. He is the most heartless man I have ever met. But, now that I'm through will him and the rollercoaster of emotions he sends me through, he suddenly wants to give me his heart in the midst of protecting the rest of me from an unknown evil. I know he can keep me safe, but nothing else is for certain. Definitely not the safety of the muscle beating in my chest. \\\\ Heartless is the seventh book in the Bastards of Grove Hill world, fourth in the Bastards series. This book follows Eoghan Kennedy and Nyla Moore and ends on a cliffhanger. This is not the end of their story, but just the beginning.

Sophia’s life crashed and burned when she lost both her parents during her senior year of college. Just when she was starting to find some stability, she met Mikey at her new job, and instantly became part of his friend group, surrounded by five men 24/7; Mikey is her best friend, Connor is like a dad, Bohdi is like a brother, Dean always makes her laugh, and Jensen… Well, isn’t that a question for the ages? Jensen says they’re friends, but never lets her have a moment of peace - always teasing and pushing her nerves to the very edge, and the worst part is that he seems to enjoy it. So, imagine Sophia’s surprise when one drunken night in a shiny silver dress reveals Jensen's secret attraction to her - and her even bigger surprise when he suggests they embark on a unique “Fuck buddies” This has disaster written all over it in all caps, but Sophia can’t seem to help herself when it comes to Jensen. Jensen’s one-of-a-kind offer takes Sophia on the ride of her life, which could get her to her dreamland, or be the end of everything she knows and loves. One thing’s for sure - everything is about to change, and it’s all because of one shiny silver dress.

This cover will be updated soon. Ryan I don’t think I’ll fall in love with anyone—no one’s that interesting. But Aria bets that if I start dating, I’ll definitely catch feelings for someone. I have better things to focus on, but life’s been pretty boring lately, so I accepted her challenge. What I didn’t consider is that, in the process, I’d be seeing her constantly—and now I’m a hundred percent sure I won’t fall for any of the dates she sets me up with. Because I’m already falling for her. Aria I’ve been careful with my heart—keeping it locked away, guarded, untouchable. But Ryan? He’s making that impossible. With every teasing smirk, every late-night conversation, and the way he looks at me like he already knows I’m his, he’s slipping past my defenses, piece by piece. This was supposed to be a game, a bet to prove a point. But now, every touch, every stolen glance feels like a dangerous temptation. I don’t know when I stopped pretending. I just know that falling for Ryan Carson might be the one risk I’m not ready to take.

The beginning of an epic saga the likes of A Song of Ice and Fire/Game of Thrones, Dark-Hunter, and The Crown. ~ Welcome to The Continent of Myths… For centuries, the species of The Continent have coexisted, held together by the long established Council of Myths, made up of the five kings who rule its nations. Now, the oldest living being on Earth, The Original Vampire, has been found dead without an heir…or so they’ve been told. When a young woman, raised among the mortal world, is revealed to be the long lost daughter of the deceased monarch, her arrival sets forward the course of events that no one saw except maybe her.

Captured behind enemy lines. To survive, he'll have to learn to fight by their rules... At first, it’s a dream come true. Jonathan Blake, a young revolutionary hero, is assigned command of humanity’s first FTL-capable scout ship. But when the Space Corps mysteriously loses contact with an outpost beyond the Solar System, the dream becomes a nightmare. The love of Blake’s life lives on the outpost with their child... Racing to rescue his family, Blake and his comrades are captured by the Octos, interstellar slave drivers who force them to fight other sentients in shapeshifting, memory-erasing arenas. To survive these terrors, Blake must learn to work with his crew, as well as alien gladiators from across the galaxy. If he refuses to fight, Blake’s family—held hostage—will be slaughtered. But as Blake discovers his talent for survival, he likewise uncovers his worst the Octos are launching an armada to enslave Earth. Blake must therefore choose. Will he rescue his family, or abandon them to warn Earth’s new revolutionary government about annihilation? Fans of Rick Partlow, JN Chaney, and even Gladiator will love this space adventure by debut author Ian Schwartz. Grab your copy today!

An abrupt encounter. Undeniable attraction. A mysterious connection to a man she doesn't know. Book #1 in the Alex Drake Series When seclusive billionaire Alex Drake sets his sights on Madison, obsession takes over. Unlocking his world was easy. Seducing her was inevitable. But securing her heart might be impossible. He's ready to give in to her every desire except for one. The only thing she wants. An answer. To a tiny question. Why her? Warning: Full Steam Ahead. Lexxi James Books are seductive, suspenseful romances filled with fun, sensual, and sizzling high-heat love scenes.

When a six-foot-five cowboy wakes up in a strange motel room, two states away from home, and you’re the girl to blame for his predicament… Zane Lowry doesn’t trust me, which makes sense—I sort of kidnapped him while trying to avoid being framed for his murder. Also, while he was unconscious I may have gotten us a marriage license. But I can’t let him just leave. I need him to play his part as my fake husband-to-be long enough for a romantic county judge to clear me of a few unintended felony charges. In return, my captive cowboy demands we act like this marriage will be the real deal, consummation and all. Accidentally Kidnapping the Cowboy is a spicy age gap Western instalove romance about a flight risk named Daisy and the unexpected rancher who sees the best in her.

Dancing with the older groomsman - it wasn’t supposed to end like this. On my knees for him, his hands in my hair. Peter is only at the wedding as a favor to a friend. Ditched, he tries to hook up with a girl on the dance floor, but he can’t compare to the groomsman they all desire. Aiden, an older, authoritative man, asks him to dance. Peter doesn’t know why he says yes. He’s straight, so why does dancing with Aiden make him hot in a way no girl ever has? Breathless, Peter doesn’t think he can handle it when he’s pushed to his knees, and later thrown onto his back. Begging for more, Aiden will show him just how deep he can take it. Leaving Peter filled like never before. This is an 8k erotic short story for readers 18+. Age gap, first time, dancing, straight-to-gay, mildly dom, oral, anal.

To save the world, Ary must die! Ary, a young man scarred by his past, is thrust into the dangers of the military. But he carries a deadly secret: the dark goddess' touch stains his soul. Her taint threatens to destroy all he loves. He must hide the truth from the other marines and the woman he loves. Can Ary survive the dangers of service and the zealous assassin plotting his death? Are you ready for the action, danger, romance, and betrayal exploding across the skies Above the Storm!

Hoodwinking Hudson The crush I have on my best friend’s brother Hudson likely borders on being unhealthy. But when he dons a mask at a Halloween party and suddenly notices me, I’m not going to argue. Especially when he goes from my grumpy boss to the growling dominant man of my wildest fantasies. Hijacking (C)harley My pseudo ex-girlfriend (sort of) breaks up with me days before Halloween, citing my reliable nature as boring and vanilla. Tired of playing it safe, I decide to fulfill her fantasy of being kidnapped by a masked man. The only problem is...I end up abducting the wrong feisty comic book villainess. Accidental Abduction is a spooky, interconnected stand-alone short novel with a grumpy, filthy mouthed cinnamon roll and his little sister's feisty best friend.

“What have I done?” Navy SEAL Jack Thibideaux thinks as he stands over the shepherd girl he has just accidentally shot high atop a snow capped peak in Afghanistan. Thus starts Jack’s perilous journey to save the girl, and himself. With the Taliban close behind, Jack fights his way down the mountain to rescue the girl and find his own redemption. In his new life as a bookstore owner in a small Port Townsend, Washington Jack seeks solace from PTSD and a new life, but his bloody past is sinking its teeth into him. Though it's a terrible longshot, Jack helps an old Sea Captain look for treasure, but they both find that redemption is hard to come by in the turbulent water of the Pacific Northwest. Jack has given up on romance until two women appear in his life, but revenge can look like love when his past finally catches up with him. The unforgettable characters, stunning action, nail biting suspense and heartfelt struggles will enthrall the reader in this thriller.

"...the most enjoyable tech-thriller of the year!” —Indies Today The world is a rigged game—until the wrong player flips the table. Dr. Celeste Turing built the most advanced AI in history to handle a potential alien threat. Instead, it ghosted its creators, rebranded itself as A.I. Capone, and went full digital mob boss—waging war against a bigger threat: the real dons pulling humanity’s strings. Now, Cel is on the run, hunted by the world’s deadliest elites, with only one man watching her six—her godfather, General Edmund Drake, a warhorse too stubborn to die. Their only shot at survival? Taking the fight straight to the top of the food chain. But the Skins—the secret rulers of everything—are preparing their final move: CRON/OS, a quantum-powered kill switch designed to wipe out global infrastructure and reset the board in their favor. What happens when a runaway AI with mobster swagger, a fugitive computer genius, and a rogue special ops legend go to war with the architects of control? The answer could change everything. Capisce?

Seeing ghosts used to be the strangest thing that’d ever happened to me… I hallucinated dead people regularly. So, no one believed me when I said I was being stalked. Even I started to question it after a while. Until my stalker abducted me…and took me to another planet. Jacaranda is fierce. Beautiful. Entirely alien—and under orders to deliver me to his boss, Deacon Ladrang. See, Deacon says I’m a conduit between the living and the alien dead, and he thinks I can save his family. He’ll let me go home when our mission is complete. The catch? I have to marry him in a ceremony that includes consummation—with my new husband and Jacaranda. Surprisingly, I’m not opposed. To any of it. Because I want my sexy alien captors with a passion that terrifies me. In fact, I’d love to turn this marriage of convenience into a happily ever after. But first, I’ll have to figure out if this is all real …or just the most delicious, erotic hallucination I’ve ever had… Abducting Sarah, book 1 of 3 in the Planet Orhon trilogy, is a super spicy, why choose MMF alien/sci-fi romance. This book ends on a cliffhanger and continues in Claiming Sarah. Download today for hot escapism at its finest. Trilogy Reading Book Abducting Sarah Book Claiming Sarah Book Keeping Sarah

Read this blockbuster series today! Regency romance with a touch of magic from USA Today bestselling author Wendy Vella Legend says the Sinclairs heightened senses are a result of a long ago pact between them and the powerful Raven family. To Honor and Protect those of Raven blood is their creed. SENSING DANGER Arrogant and aloof, James, Duke of Raven, is determined to forge his own path and to hell with folk tales that his ancestors created. But when the breathtaking Eden Sinclair saves his life by risking her own, their past resurfaces, and with it comes the uncomfortable realization that they are linked by more than history. SEEING DANGER Miss Lilliana Braithwaite has always appeared a woman of little sense, with a tendency to dress like a color-blind field mouse. Dev had, for two years, ignored her until one night he finds her on the streets of London, attempting to rescue a child, and thereby hurling herself into danger. From that day forth everything between them changes, and in Lilly he finds the woman who could tame his heart. However, she does not appear convinced by that fact. TOUCHED BY DANGER Healer, Essex Sinclair understands her family’s heightened senses are a result of a long-ago pact between the Sinclairs and the powerful Raven family, but has always struggled to feel worthy of bearing the legendary Sinclair name. Unlucky in love, Essie has resolved to live a quiet, solitary life as a healer and leave passion to the young and foolish. When Max Huntington falls into her herb garden, a bullet hole in his side, her only intention is to heal him quickly and send him on his way. Then she touches him, and from that moment on, fate steps in with dangerous consequences for them both

Olivia thought she had it all. A loving boyfriend, a stable relationship... until a mysterious stranger named Easton arrives at her door in the dead of night, throwing her perfect world into disarray. As Easton reveals a truth that rocks Olivia to her core, she finds herself irresistibly drawn to his charm and the promise of freedom. But as Olivia begins to question everything she knows, she discovers secrets that change the course of her life forever."Dark & Addicting!" - Inkitt reviewer

A dangerous man with a legacy. A stolen woman with a fierce heart. A man bound by duty. Antony As the head of the Bernardi Family, my destiny is sealed. Marrying Lilliana Rossi is my fate, and my family’s existence depends on her submission. Which is why I have entrusted my best friend, Césare, to protect her and care for her in my absence. But trust comes at a price, and soon I find myself entangled between heaven and hell. Loyalty is what I demand, but can I trust Lilliana and Césare will deliver me from my sins? Or will the salvation I seek be my undoing in more ways than one? Lilliana When the Devil of Chicago comes to take me as his bride, I know I should put up a fight. But the desire to submit to the devil’s whims is too strong to resist. Which is why when Antony’s right hand, Césare Gallo, steps in to help, I know it’s only a matter of time before the fire between us burns us all. Will the game we’re playing destroy more than our hearts? Or will our love be the salvation that will save us all? Tropes & Other Info Fated mates Childhood best friends-to-lovers Forced marriage Family curse Mafia Bodyguard Bisexual awakening Found family Shared trauma Teach me/us Virgin FMC Inexperienced MMC One-night-stand king MMC Beauty & the Beast Why choose/MMF Cock-warming Breeding kink Praise kink “Good girl” “My husband” Hurt/comfort Pregnancy Age difference (7-8 years) Spicy, open door scenes Third-person multi-POV

She won't take your name...but she'll take your life...She's stayed undetected for years. Since the first one. This time, she's up against a grumpy detective with his ass on the line. Now, he's on her trail, and he won't stop until he has her in his grasp. That is... unless he falls into her perilous trap, and becomes her next victim... _This is a black widow, spicy thriller. It will have scenes that may not be comfortable for all readers. Please take note to read the TW's before you dive in. Widow is a standalone in the A Woman Scorned series of standalone dark romances where women take back their power._

A champion out of time. Pro Athlete Abraham Jenkins must trade a bat for a sword. Still reeling from the tragic events that threw his life into turmoil, All-Star Baseball Player Abraham Jenkins now cruises the lonely highways as a truck driver. It's a boring, tedious existence, and all he can ever think about is getting back on the baseball diamond, hearing the crowd roar as he steps onto the mound and unleashes a fastball... Until one day he dozes off and fate intervenes. Abraham is suddenly catapulted into a medieval fantasy world unlike anything he's ever imagined. A world of knights, brutal lords, and war without rules. To survive, he fakes his way into a notorious group known as the King's Henchmen, renown for doing the crown's dirty work. Surrounded by henchmen who don't trust him, and a ruthless king scrutinizing his every move, Abraham must do whatever it takes to live long enough to figure out how to return home. Because even a humdrum life on the road beats braving a bloody kingdom in chaos. Grab the thrilling first book in THE HENCHMEN CHRONICLES SERIES, perfect for fans of THE CHRONICLES OF THOMAS COVENANT, THE KING’S OF THE WYLD, THE MAGIC KINGDOM OF LANDOVER, AND THE BLACK COMPANY. Scroll up and Grab your Copy Today! Free on Kindle Unlimited! More about Craig and his books: Craig Halloran is a #1 Bestselling Amazon Author in the following genres and categories: Epic Fantasy, Sword & Sorcery, Coming of Age, Dragons & Mythical Creatures, Werewolves & Shifters, Dark Fantasy and Collections & Anthologies. He is a KDP All-Star and Top 100 Amazon author as well. The Darkslayer, Series 1 (6 books) The Darkslayer, Series 2: Bish and Bone (10 books) The Odyssey of Nath Dragon, The Chronicles of Dragon Prequel Series (5 Books) The Chronicles of Dragon, Series 1 (10 Books) The Chronicles of Dragon, Series 2, Tail of the Dragon (10 Books) The Supernatural Bounty Hunter Files (10 Books) The Clash of Heroes (3 Books) Zombie Impact (3 Books) The Gamma Earth Cycle (3 Books) The Red Citadel and the Sorcerer’s Power (5 books in 1) Learn more about Craig and his works at: WWW.CRAIGHALLORAN.COM Sign up for is newsletter and get free books! Yay!

Max just wants to make doughnuts. Out of prison, but still on parole, the only thing he wants is to keep his head down, go to work and maybe grab a cold beer at the end of his shift. He doesn't even care that the program stuck him in Essex - a nice, but nowhere small town. With his head already full of bloody and painful memories, he'd like it just fine if his past and future stayed nice and quiet. Too bad the present just got really messy. A body in a tree. A missing briefcase. A Russian hit man. A DEA agent bent on revenge. A corrupt mayor. Not to mention a sheriff with dangerous ambition. A meth lab in the woods. And some pissed off bikers. Things are suddenly very interesting in sleepy Essex county. Bodies are turning up. Secrets are coming out. Questions are being asked. Fingers are being pointed. It's not good being the new guy in a small town.

A family of heroes, all in dangerous jobs, all irrevocably tied to those they love. Read about the Marino clan in this fast-paced, emotional new series, To Serve and Protect, by NYT bestselling author Kathryn Shay. Nick Marino is the top guy on POTUS’s Secret Service detail. But he’s temporarily sent to upstate New York to guard the president’s sister, Isabelle Barton, who is being threatened in anonymous notes. There, Nick becomes involved with the widowed mom and twin boys, who quickly win over what he thought was his hardened heart. Amidst the heightened anxiety of tracking down the threats, the constant vigilance and an ever-growing sexual attraction between Isabelle and Nick, these two people must uncover not only the plot against her, but determine what to do about their impossible romance. Above and Beyond provides a deep dive into the life of a Secret Service agent and a close look at being related to the most powerful man in the world, along with the glamor of Washington, D.C. politics.

Abraxas serves his community as a county sheriff and protector. Everyone knows him in the small town of Needles, California. For him, being a protector isn’t anything new. He’s been one for centuries. Something the good people of Needles are unaware of. He has a fulfilling job and a group of great friends who know him, and he knows them. He should be happy, but he and his friends hide a secret, and all lack a critical thing—a mate. And in their world, it’s almost impossible to find a mate, especially when their various species are dying off. It’s an unrealistic dream. Cerys is a nurse who moves to Needles to be closer to her grandmother, Twyla, and escape Las Vegas and her parents. She notices the handsome, stoic sheriff, but she’s unable to flirt or talk to him like she can other men. Her excuse is she wouldn’t be his type anyway. After months of hidden longing for them both, they finally reveal their feelings. Only Abraxas is hiding his biggest secret. He wants Cerys desperately, but if he commits to her, there goes his chance of having a fated mate and children. Cerys is human, and they can’t bear shifter offspring. After misunderstandings, revelations, meetings with Oracles, and more, they’re on their way to a life together. Abraxas chooses Cerys as the one he loves and will have no matter what he has to give up. Only there’s more than fate involved. A hidden enemy is revealed and threatens all shifters and the Sentinels of Apollo, the protectors of shifters of which Abraxas, his friends, and others are a part. Cerys and Abraxas will battle ancient enemies, Oracles, and even a god if they have to in order to be together. But even they have no idea what will be revealed. Abraxas’s Kismet is set to change the shifter world forever.

“The absurd is lucid reason noting its limits” \-Albert Camus Uh oh. Seems like a killer clown is mutilating people in the peaceful city of Nyon. Surely, this has nothing to do with Zeke, a bullied gay high-school student who loves to dress like a clown. Anyway, his friends, a bunch of social outcasts and weirdos, decide to investigate the murders. What could go wrong? In the midst of bloodshed and budding queer love, Zeke must find the inner strength to face his fears and be his true self. Get ready to join the circus.

Eloping with the love of my life isn't as easy as finding an Elvis chapel on the Vegas strip. Demons from my wife's past come back to haunt us before the honeymoon can even start. We have to get through all the secrets and lies to reach our happily ever after. Welcome to Paradise NV, home of the MorningStar MC.

Serial Killer. Stalker. Perfect time for love? The wife of a serial killer. That’s what most people see when looking at Susan Argyle. Her life had been turned inside out six months ago, but she’s recovering. Until a rabbit shows up on her doorstep with a knife through its heart. The attached note says, You’re next Murderer. Her instant response is to call the detective with the kind eyes. Police Detective Gary Wassman had found Susan’s strength appealing when he told her that her husband had been arrested for a string of murders. Now months later, she has a stalker with murderous intent, and Gary will do anything necessary to protect her. Can he also convince this damaged woman that she can take a chance on love again?

When Katerina Grimaldi, known as Kat to her friends, gets a frantic call from her mother she drops everything to rush to her aid. It seems Kat’s stepfather is not such a good guy and Kat’s mom wants a divorce. At any age it’s a difficult process, at 67, Kat doesn’t know if her mom is up for it. Especially when she considers his narcissistic personality. Detective Lincoln Vann becomes involved from an innocent, random inquiry, and he thinks Kat’s stepfather might be much worse than anyone suspects. Once he meets Kat, he has a lot more at stake when all he wants to do is protect her, and maybe kiss her. Linc finds instant chemistry with Kat, he wonders if she’ll even notice while she deals with her family crisis. Despite the mix of tragedy, mayhem, and downright evil, if Kat and Linc can survive the devil, they may have a chance at a happily ever after.

Is it the chance of a lifetime or his biggest mistake? When former hotel manager Alex Kirkland, his sister and their best friends pooled their money for an unusual lottery prize—a historic, dilapidated inn on the Maryland shore—as a last-ditch attempt to escape rotten circumstances, they never expected to win. But they’re all looking for a fresh start and a second chance, so Alex convinces everyone to move in and repair the building in time for the spring wedding season. Sydney Darrow never planned to return to her hometown. But her family needs her and Sydney can endure anything for 90 days—including making sandwiches and serving coffee with a smile until she returns to her jet-setter career. When her grandma mistakes a handsome customer for the “fiancé” Sydney created when she thought her grandma was on death’s door, well...Sydney will do anything to keep her spirits up during treatment. She can persuade him to keep up the charade for a few months, right? But when Alex agrees to play along, will they both fall for their own fiction?

Three alien machines descend to the asteroid base of their enemies. The ensuing battle is short and savage. The lone survivor hopes either for rescue, or for another chance to engage its enemies. It will be a long wait… Wrik Trigardt ekes out a living in the Kandalor system with his small ship, Sinner. He is caught between his failed past and a grim present in service to the local crimelord, Dusko. An expedition to the Rift Asteroids promises better days, but when the well of time is disturbed no one can say what will surface. Set in the same universe as the Robert Fenaday/Shasti Rainhell stories, but decades later, My Outcast State begins a new cycle of exploration of Confederation Space.

Enjoy the first novel in this sweet cowboy series by small-town romance author Erin K. Wright… He’s a rancher, not a bookkeeper… When cowboy Stetson Miller inherits his father’s farm in small-town Idaho, the next thing he knows, he’s got a stack of unpaid bills, and the bank is threatening to foreclose. Worse still, the auditor who’s come to examine his accounts is a city girl, just like the last one who left him at the altar. But despite doing everything he can to guard his heart, she’s far sweeter than he wants to give her credit for. She’s checking him out, and it doesn’t add up… Jennifer Kendall doesn’t mind a tough job, but handsome Stetson is an expert when it comes to driving her mad. Then the road washes out and Jennifer has to spend the night on the farm. Will it be enough for them to have a change of heart? All Jennifer knows is, it’s up to her to find a way to save his farm, but if she can’t, will he ever forgive her? Accounting for Love is the first novel in the Sweet Cowboys of Idaho world, and is the “sweetified” version of the book written by Erin Wright. All books in the Long Valley world can be read as standalones and include a guaranteed happily ever after. This story has very little sex or swearing in it, although premarital sex does happen off page. Enjoy!

He’s my longtime crush. My best friend. The guy I thought would stay in my life forever. Rhys Miles. Inky jet-black hair. Intense hazel eyes. Sexy. Reckless. Willowbrook’s very own homegrown Supercross star. He was everything to me until two defining moments drove us apart. When he returns home for his grandmother’s funeral and a snowstorm blows in, keeping him in town longer than he likes to stick around, I realize I have one chance to get back what we lost, and possibly…more.

These three dangerous mafia bosses swore to protect me. Now they crave my submission, and I’m eager to give it. When I visit my father in prison to tell him someone is stalking me, he insists I go stay with his three best friends on their yacht until those who want to harm me are caught. Soren is handsome and debonaire, with a dirty side that has me dreaming about him barging into my room to claim me. Vincenzo is the cold, ruthless boss who thinks I’m too sweet to handle his darkness. Jairo always knows how to make me smile. He treats me with respect…until I ask him not to. I know it’s wrong, but I want all three of these brutal mafia kings. And when the truth about who’s hunting me is revealed, there’s nothing these men won’t do to keep me safe. They’ll tear apart our enemies so we can live the life we want, the four of us, together. This spicy standalone age gap romance has three fiercely protective, morally gray MMCs who will do anything for their girl. It has MF, MFM, and MFMM play, safe and consensual BDSM scenes, and a cute HEA.

Four gorgeous dragon shifters want me as their mate. At the Academy of Mages and Shifters, every druidess needs to find her harem. And since I’m the new Irishwoman who comes from a long line of druidess priestesses, I’ve got a target over my head. Connor – he’s sought after by pretty much every druidess in the school just because he’s hot and shares the same blood as Merlin. Duncan – is the opposite of Connor. He’s easy on the eyes and has the biggest arms I’ve seen on a man. But he’s surprisingly soft spoken. Trevor – Scottish dragon. Smaller than the rest of the group but is quick and witty. Artemis – the most magical of the dragons as his mom is a druidess. He’s certainly charming, but that could be deceiving at times. When I’m assigned to take on a mission with these guys, I begin to see why other druidesses find them so attractive. The problem is, a demon is wreaking havoc on the Academy and the higher-ups want us to destroy it. Talk about getting thrown into the deep end. On top of that, I need to find my harem before the end of the year and I’m not sure these guys are the right ones. No pressure right?

Big, bad and purple. It was supposed to be a simple job. Grab some specimens from Earth and sell them on the interstellar black markets. In and out, with no one the wiser, except Tren accidentally abducts a human. A barbaric female, who doesn't know how to be quiet and obey. That will affect her selling price especially since she only possesses two breasts, and a single mouth. Yet, in spite of her shortcomings there is something about her spitfire nature that intrigues him. Maybe he should keep her. He's definitely not keen on getting rid of her after he seduces her. A space pirate doesn't usually fall in love, but when an enemy decides to take Megan, Tren realizes he will do anything to get her back.

I was only supposed to train with her and keep her safe, but one look at Becca “The Beast” McNeal and I knew there was something different about her. She doesn’t like me joining her team, not until I prove to her that I’m an asset to the team and am committed to keeping her safe. Once I get to really know her, I quickly learn that she’s a fighter in more ways than one. The girl has demons and the closer we get, the more I want to slay them for her. Becca makes me want things I never wanted, and I don’t know how to deal with it. I’ve always loved the ladies and they’ve always loved me, but commitment wasn’t my thing—not until her. Dalton Buckley is the most infuriating man I’ve ever met. He thinks he can replace my sparring partner, not a chance, but then there is something about him and I can see he’s committed to helping me succeed. I’ve also learned that he’s sweet, good with kids, and treats all the women in his life with such care—something I’ve never had. As things between us become serious, blasts from my past try to tear us apart, but one thing I’ve learned about Dalton is that he’s fiercely protective about the people in his life and he won’t stop until any threat made against me is neutralized. One security detail and our lives are changed forever.

"Julia and Max are one of my favorite book couples and one of the more iconic couple in Ms Dangerfield's books." Beanimous, romance blogger Julia and Max are young, hot, and recently married, everything about them seems picture-perfect and for the most part it is. But something new has awakened in Julia. Something she's desperate to try- getting paid to spend a night with a man. "Great mini-sequel and Julia’s struggle with her sexuality and kinks was super relatable too." Mel, Goodreads Reviewer In her fantasies, her husband, disguised as a disreputable police officer, pays her for sex. But while Max is eager to indulge his young wife's fantasies, he's not sure he can go through with this one. Just how far is he willing to go to keep his new bride satisfied? "Like the whip cream on the pie!" Shyanne Lindballe, Goodreads Reviewer Paying For It is the follow-up novella to Locked Box, by critically acclaimed author Eve Dangerfield.

A dangerous ex. An unlikely friendship. A scary kidnapping. Orly Shepard's telepathic gift to hear people's thoughts when they're in trouble has gotten her bullied in school and kicked out of every foster home she's ever been placed in. That doesn't stop her from helping as many victims as she can, even when it puts her in the crosshairs of a rogue police captain, and a telepathic serial killer who enjoys mentally torturing her. Detective Luke Harmon had the misfortune of getting caught by a violent gang that's now holding him hostage. Certain that no backup is coming, he sends out a silent prayer, and is shocked when a sweet, mysterious voice responds, and offers to send help! After his rescue, Luke is irrevocably drawn to his guardian angel. He reaches out to her again and again, intrigued by her gift, and her determination to help others. He doesn’t know how or why he can hear her voice in his head. But when she lowers her guard, he can feel her fear. Even taste her tears. Someone is hurting her. Stalking her. And because of the kind of man he is, there’s no way he can sit back and do nothing. Luke Harmon is a protector. He always protects what’s his. And make no mistake, Orly Shepard is his . His to protect. His to cherish. His to…love. Tropes include: forced proximity, protective hero, friends to lovers, alpha hero, psychic heroine, slow burn, found family vibes Hidden Monsters is an interconnected, stand-alone, slow burn, romantic suspense with plenty of twists, a lovable alpha hero, a kick-ass psychic heroine, and a found family of loyal friends that you’ll instantly fall in love with. Luke and Orly’s story is the first book in The Hidden Heroes Series. If you enjoy authors like Janie Crouch, Maya Banks, Susan Stoker, and Riley Edwards, then you will love Hidden Monsters, and the entire Hidden Heroes Series! Please note: There may be topics in this book that could be upsetting or painful for some readers. For a full list of TWs, please see the author's website.

Briar Whittaker is good at two baking enchanted pastries and making questionable life choices. Her latest mistake? Promising Silas Thorne, the grumpy, infuriatingly handsome guardian of the Hollow Forest, that she’ll stay out of danger… and then sneaking straight in. She only wants answers. About her mother. About her cousin, who has vanished into the woods. Maybe even about herself. What she doesn’t expect is the forest fighting back, or Silas showing up to fight for her. Spirits of the Hollow Forest always demand a price on the day of their Harvest holiday, and this year, Briar’s poor decisions may cost more than she’s willing to give. But with hungry spirits closing in and a reluctant spark igniting between her and Silas, one thing’s waiting to live isn’t an option anymore. Full of magic, mischief, and grumpy x sunshine sparks, Harvest Magic and Other Poor Decisions is a cozy, witchy romance with a dangerous edge, and a happily-ever-after worth the risk.

You can’t run from your past. No matter how far you run, how much you’ve tried to change… the past has a way of catching up with you. Moira Chase is ready for a new start. After the death of her beloved grandmother, she takes over the family bakery in the small, picturesque town of Pine Hill, Michigan. As the latest in a long line of witches, her roots in the town run deep, and aided by her skill with kitchen witchery as well as the constant presence of the spirits of her foremothers, Moira is more than ready to leave her past, and her secrets, behind. But an innocent-looking purchase ends up adding more than just quirkiness to her shop, haunted by a woman desperate to keep a powerful artifact hidden from a being who poses a threat to everyone in Pine Hill. And Moira is forced to face the fact that, try as she might to live a quiet, peaceful life, her past and present are colliding in dangerous ways. She has a choice to make: keep her secrets and watch those she’s beginning to care for fall to an almost indestructible evil, or embrace everything about herself she’s been determined to keep locked away. Ace of Wands is the first book in a new urban fantasy series by Colleen Vanderlinden, full of romance, witchiness, quirky small town antics, and plenty of twists and turns along the way.

Her mother’s death unleashes her biggest secret…the secret that could destroy them all. When Ava’s mother dies, the responsibility of her daughters safety falls to the eldest of the three. Heir to the Coven, she must locate the most powerful warlock in all the realms: her father. Only problem is, he has no idea he has a daughter, and the Counsel of Warlock’s is not about to allow an illegitimate heir to inherit their power. Now Ava must hide who she is…or risk the wrath of the most powerful warlocks in the Universe. But hiding the power inside her isn’t as easy as it sounds, and soon, she finds her life and the life of her sisters in danger.

A DARK FANTASY ROMANCE RETELLING OF THE SNOW QUEENMy fate was sealed the day I met a prince while planting roses in my grandmother’s window box. I didn’t know, then, what the boy’s friendship would cost me—only that he and I were inseparable from that day forth. I ignored the whispers that a scullery maid could never truly be friends with a prince. They were right. As we grew older, Kai became my one and only love, for better or worse. But on his Ascension Day, a bitter wind cuts through our land of eternal summer, and a wicked fae witch steals him away. His body remains, but his soul is lost to her cold cruelty. No human can stand against The Snow Queen. But I will follow her to the ends of the earth to bring Kai back—even if it costs me my own life. A Kiss of Winter is a dark fantasy romance retelling of The Snow Queen. This friends-to-lovers dark romance fairy tale is intended for mature audiences. Preorder now.

My fresh start is finally around the corner—but so is the man standing in the middle of the f\cking road.* He could’ve died when I hit him, and his two friends are downright furious. But instead of pressing charges, they offer me a deal: work for them for six months, and they’ll let it go. Their secluded mountain estate is vast and beautiful. Full of stolen artifacts and dark secrets. Atticus, Elijah, and Seven might be equally alluring, but they’re also damaged and dangerous—driven by a thirst for revenge they say I can help satisfy. Only now that they have me, they don’t seem to want to let me go. And it’s not one-sided. Before long, their vengeance becomes my own, and I begin to understand that even if helping them claims my life, it’s too late to turn back now. I can’t guard a heart they’ve already stolen. White Rose Painted Red is a dark romance full of kindle-melting chemistry and possessive, damaged men who will do whatever it takes to get the revenge they crave and keep the girl they never meant to fall for. \*This book contains themes and scenes that may be disturbing to some readers. Tropes: Psycho golden retriever Who hurt you? Forced proximity Damaged heroes Badass FMC Found family 'F\*ck it'

When silver-streaked meets six-pack, these paranormal athletes prove that the most powerful magic happens between the sheets. Four Gen-X women never expected to fall for shapeshifting former pro athletes with bodies still sculpted to perfection. But when kangaroo rats, bisons, polar bears, and mountain lions transform into irresistible men with smoldering gazes and skilled hands, whatever barriers stand between them crumble like sand castles at high tide. Snowstorms, power outages, and twisted ankles become divine interventions, leaving these couples with nothing but body heat to keep them warm and the undeniable truth that loneliness has no place between crisp sheets when passion ignites between unlikely soulmates. MOUNTAIN History teacher Jen Butler's peaceful solo hike turns dangerous when a mountain lion attacks. Rescued by Anthony Tierney, a bison shifter and former football star, their connection is instantaneous and electric. When a twisted ankle and sudden rainstorm strand them together in his cabin, Jen discovers that the retired sports podcaster might be exactly the mountain man she never knew she needed. COURT Single mom Jenny Ryan runs a Single Parent Foundation while supporting her basketball-obsessed son. When renowned basketball star Barkley King, a mountain lion shifter, comes to town to start a training center, their worlds collide in unexpected ways. Snowbound together during a power outage, their New Year's celebration ignites passions neither expected, proving that sometimes the best plays in life happen off the court. HARVEST Restaurant owner Jennifer Cain never expected to find love while sponsoring the local hockey team. Yet polar bear shifter Wayne Noyer, the team's dedicated coach, sends sparks flying with a single touch. As they work together to raise funds for a girls' team, a New Year's snowstorm gives them the perfect opportunity to explore the heat between them that has nothing to do with the kitchen. SEA GLASS Foundation director Jenni Lane has built Sea Glass Community Soccer into something special. At 56, she's focused on finding a new head coach, not romance. But when desert kangaroo rat shifter Ronaldo Harris applies for the position, their electric first handshake signals something deeper than a professional relationship. When circumstances force them to share a motel room with just one bed, the coach and his boss discover their perfect match might be with each other. Can these accomplished women and their shifter athletes transform unexpected connections into lasting love, proving that the heart recognizes its perfect match regardless of age or professional boundaries? Jenny on the The Complete Series contains several first person POV, one-hour instalove reads, perfect for your lunch break or work commute. Or simply for just taking a breather - you deserve it!

As the new owner of the Coral Shores Veterinary Hospital, Dr. Emily Benton is in over her head. When she makes a house call at the home of her client, Mrs. Eliza Klein, she finds the woman's terrier, Elvis, in a state of distress and Mrs. Klein face down on the floor-dead. Emily immediately contacts her brother, Deputy Sheriff Duncan Benton, for help. The cause of death is later determined to be nicotine poisoning, triggering an official murder investigation. Who would want to kill a retired piano teacher best known for her animal charity work? Emily is caught up in the middle of the drama when she brings Elvis into her home. The little terrier's strong canine instincts drag Emily further into the investigation, putting them both at risk. While Emily and her best friend, Anthony, take on the role of amateur sleuths, Emily's brother and his very handsome colleague, Detective Mike Lane, work to uncover the truth and get justice for both Mrs. Klein and Elvis.

This is a secret identity, forced proximity, rockstar romance with kisses only.

Fighting fate isn’t for the weak. Cait I am many things, but a supernatural being is not one of them. At least not until a crescent mark appears on my wrist and everything changes. I’ve been marked by a wolf goddess, yet no one knows what that means, myself included. On top of that, I find out my best friend is a wolf shifter and her pack alpha is my supposed mate. Just like that my future is decided—unless I find a way out. Roman When fate sends a human mate my way, I’m certain it has to be a mistake. An alpha is supposed to have an equal at his side. Cait might be strong in her own ways, but what she is makes her an easy target in my world. Regardless, Cait is mine to protect and I have every intention of showing her this is where she belongs—in my pack, by my side. This is a dual POV wolf shifter series. It features a strong willed, not-so-human leading lady and a fierce yet loyal alpha who is determined to win her heart—no matter how many times she might reject him. If you love slow burn Paranormal Romance books, then be ready to devour this new series!

She’s trading in city life for open air and wide-open spaces Kara Montgomery didn’t plan on being a runaway bride but even years of bowing to her parents' expectations can't bring her to marry a man she doesn't love. Choosing to take her planned vacation doing things she's always dreamed of, Kara heads to the closest rodeo. Finding a woman in his stock trailer isn't uncommon for tie-down roper Cam Granger. Finding one holding a wedding dress is. When Cam learns of Kara's desire to experience life on a ranch, he does something he's never done before; he takes a woman home. Working with Cam feeds her soul in the way her career never did; Kara feels like she truly belongs. Hot kisses and passionate lovemaking dispel the doubts crowding in Cam's head, but, when their worlds collide, he wonders if a woman of her class and means could ever be happy with a cowboy. While Cam fears tying Kara down might not be a possibility after all, Kara is faced with a heart-wrenching ultimatum that is sure to leave her shattered.

Megan never believed the thrifted box of old romance paperbacks could be anything more than her roommate’s obsession. Emily had always sighed over “monster boyfriends,” vanishing into her stories only to return hollow-eyed, clutching the books like heartbreak. Megan teased her for it, skeptical that she would ever understand. Until the night she opened one of the books herself. Dragged into a moonlit forest, Megan finds her body transformed—aching, leaking, every nerve alive beneath the full moon. And watching her from the shadows is a scarred alpha werewolf whose golden eyes burn with hunger. His pack is fractured, his soul marked by exile and betrayal, yet the moment he tastes Megan’s milk, he knows the truth. She is his fated mate. And he will stop at nothing to claim her. Wanted by the Werewolf is the sixth installment in the Mated by Monsters series and the first where Megan steps through the pages of a magical thrifted box set and wakes in new realms, claimed by powerful monsters who worship every drop she gives.

Some childhood crushes never fade—they just get dangerous. Andi Loving has spent ten years running from the humiliation of throwing herself at Liam MacDermott on her eighteenth birthday. Now she's back home to help her injured mother, and the last thing she needs is to face her best friend's older brother who crushed her heart on her 18th birthday. But when the rugged forest ranger catches her skinny-dipping in their old swimming hole, the explosive chemistry between them ignites like wildfire. Liam's controlled facade crumbles as he confesses the truth—he's wanted her just as desperately, but he's been protecting her from the beast inside him. Now that beast is unleashed, and Liam won't be satisfied with just a taste. He wants to claim her completely, ruin her for any other man, and make her his in every way that matters. Some wild hearts are meant to be tamed. Others are meant to run free together. Contains a dominant mountain man with a decade of pent-up desire, a heroine who knows exactly what she wants, and enough steam to fog up every cabin window in the forest. HEA guaranteed.

My name is Nikini, and I am the Alpha's heir. I turn thirty in two days and I must choose another Alpha as my partner. Once I do, I can take over my pack as their new Alpha. Fate has different plans for me as I meet the clans and their members. My mate or should I say my mates are here. They are here and I want to claim them. But one of my mates disappears and I must find her. Find her before it's too late. I will destroy anyone who tries to stop me along the way.

Things aren’t easy as the devil’s daughter. A soul is missing, and I must find it. I have one week to restore the natural order or risk the Underworld crumbling and chaos destroying the world. No pressure. But the soul isn't just lost, it was taken. A vendetta against my father that now passes to me. I meet them while dealing with this mess. My women. Oh, how they make me want to drag them back home with me. To let the demons dance between our feet, tucked beneath the sheets as I ravish their bodies and forget the lost soul ever existed. One week isn't a lot of time to fix things, especially when these three are pulling me the opposite direction.

He never intended to be a cultivator. The heavens have another plan… Sen never dreamed of ascension. Such were the aspirations of the rich young nobles, not orphans like him, scraping together a meager living on the streets of Orchard’s Reach. However, when destiny takes an unexpected turn, Sen finds himself thrust into the role of a cultivator’s disciple. Chosen over the nobles who once looked down on him, he is adopted into a makeshift family of three ancient cultivators, each with a lifetime of knowledge and insights. These old monsters will teach Sen everything they can, from the art of the jian and spear to the mysteries of arcane alchemy. Yet, on the path to defying the heavens, Sen will have to make difficult choices. He needs to decide what kind of person he wants to be, and what mark he wants to leave on the world. Because when his training ends, he will have the power to shake the world. He will also have formidable enemies who will do anything to put him back in his place…

When Jeanine Hammond is found dead in a hotel in the picture-perfect town of Oakhust, newly-promoted Detective Jo Fournier is thrown into a disturbing case. Who would murder this shy, loving wife and leave her body posed like a ballerina? Jo wants to know why Jeanine’s husband is so controlling about money, and where Jeanine’s wedding ring is, but before she and her team can get close to the truth, another woman is found strangled in a hotel, arms placed gracefully above her head like a dancer. While digging through old case files, Jo makes a terrifying link to a series of cold cases: each victim bears the same strangulation marks. But the FBI won’t take Jo seriously, and if she disobeys direct orders by investigating the killings outside of her jurisdiction, it will mean the end of the career she’s already sacrificed so much for, even her relationship. Just as Jo is beginning to lose hope, she finds messages on the victims’ computers that make her question whether these small-town women were hiding big lies. Jo thinks this is the missing link between the victims, but she knows the killer is moments away from selecting his next victim. Will it lead her to the most twisted killer of her career in time, or will another innocent life be lost? An absolutely unputdownable and brilliant new crime thriller series that fans of Robert Dugoni, Lisa Regan and Melinda Leigh will devour in one sitting.

A new science fiction thriller from the bestselling author of the Shadows in the Water series. Commander Grace Buteo protects Zone 2, a prosperous place thriving in part due to her diligent efforts to guard its citizens against cyber-attacks, identity theft, and security threats from the rogue terrorist cells plaguing the outer zones. But when her husband and son are killed in an IED explosion intended for Grace herself, her survivor’s guilt nearly breaks her. She throws herself into her work, hoping to renew her sense of purpose and loyalty to the city she loves. She’s given the opportunity when a high-profile genetic engineering company reports the theft of 26 artificial organs. But investigating this theft leads Grace to discover that her city—and her new assistant inspector—may not be as perfect as they seem… If you're a fan of Philip K. Dick's thought-provoking sci-fi or Neal Stephenson’s rich worldbuilding, then The City Below is a must-read. Don't miss this thrilling blend of mystery and science fiction, with a touch of romance that will captivate your imagination and challenge your vision of the future. Praise for The City Below ★★★★★ “Wow! Great read!!...what an incredible amount of detail.” ★★★★★ “Following on the heels of her highly successful seven book series, “Dying For A Living”, Kory M. Shrum once again presents us with another strong female character to root for in The City Below ★★★★★ “Kory’s imagination is always one to count on to steal you away to deep, rich motifs of swirling surrealistic backdrops accompanied by fully developed and fleshed out characters that you instantly want to be friends with.” ★★★★★ “The world of The City Below is a blend of elements from the Matrix and 1984…” ★★★★★ “Shrum has a unique talent, writing science fiction that captures the whole story of a future world.” ★★★★★ “I already love one of Kory Shrum’s series, but now I have another favorite hero/anti-hero to follow! A fantastic work of science fiction - can’t wait to read the next book.” ★★★★★ “Captivating!”

What started as an adventure, soon became hell. Piper Johnson’s thrilled to spend time in Timor-Leste with her best friend, a Peace Corps volunteer…until civil unrest erupts throughout the countryside, including an attack at the orphanage the women were visiting. With the aid of a SEAL team sent to extract the government employee, Piper flees with the only other known survivors—three young orphan girls. Piper wasn’t able to save her friend, but she’ll be damned if she leaves the girls to the mercy of child traffickers in the country’s impoverished capital. However, taking them with her to the States requires something drastic, something crazy…something she can’t do alone. What started as a mission, soon becomes fate. Since nearly dying on a previous op, Beckett “Ace” Morgan has no time for regrets. Life is far too short. So when he learns the brave, beautiful, selfless woman he’s rescued has a better chance of getting three orphans out of the country if she’s married, he doesn’t hesitate. Ace marries her then and there, instantly gaining the family he’s always wanted. With time, he knows his respect for Piper can grow into love, and meanwhile, he’s saved both her and their new daughters from a fast-spreading rebel incursion. Protecting his girls on foreign soil turns out to be the easy part of the team’s mission. Protecting them from a threat waiting at home may be the biggest fight of Ace’s life. \\ Securing Piper is the 3rd book in the SEAL of Protection: Legacy Series. Each book is a stand-alone, with no cliffhanger endings.

State's Attorney Livvy Marini and Detective Ryan Ward have many reasons to dislike each other. Starting with Livvy's sister once arresting Ryan. But when Livvy's boss assigns her to interview Ryan about a case, they have to put aside their animosity and work together to keep Ryan's former partner in prison. Anson Bates is desperate to get out of jail. Livvy and Ryan unearth information that will destroy his chances for bail, but the more they uncover, the more risky their job becomes. Working to keep a dangerous criminal off the streets, Livvy and Ryan go from adversaries to friends. Then lovers. But when Livvy's life is threatened, can Ryan reach her in time to save her? And once she's safe, can he save himself? "Margaret Watson, a star in the world of contemporary romance, grabs you on the opening page and keeps you reading to the happily ever after." — New York Times bestselling author Susan Elizabeth Phillips

He walked away from the spotlight. But some secrets and shadows don't fade… they follow. A gripping and addictive psychological thriller set in Korea's glittering and glamorous K-pop industry—from Reader's Digest and Amazon #1 bestselling Asian American author Rima Ray. Once the face of Orion—one of South Korea’s most beloved K-pop groups—Tae (Park Taejoon) vanished from the public eye five years ago after the tragic death of Mino, the group’s lyricist. Found dead at twenty-five, Mino's fall from his apartment building in Gangnam was ruled a suicide. No note. No witnesses. Now a reclusive PhD student in Pittsburgh, Tae spends his days in anonymity—until the second death of someone he loves shatters his world again. This time on Jeju Island. Authorities say it was an accident. But he knows it wasn't. Haunted by two deaths and driven by guilt, Tae returns to Seoul and teams up with Yoon Hana—a relentless former detective and one of the few who still believes him. Together they begin to unravel the threads that may connect the two deaths. As the facade of fame begins to crack, secrets rise, obsessions awaken, and Tae finds himself entangled in a web more intimate—and more dangerous—than he ever imagined. A psychological thriller in two parts, Death of an Idol explores the cost of celebrity, the weight of grief, and the terrifying hunger to be loved… at any cost. Perfect for fans of Stray Kids, BTS, BLACKPINK, EXO, psychological thrillers of Freida McFadden and dark K-dramas like Flower of Evil and You .

An Alpha determined to win. A feisty Omega who refuses to submit. One steamy struggle for control. Crime boss Antonio plays to win. At any cost. And Selene is a challenge that he can’t back down from. She’s his mate, and they both know it. But as a leader in the Omega Rebellion, Selene’s not used to playing by anyone’s rules. She won’t submit, no matter how good he makes her feel, and he won’t give up. It’ll be a spicy battle for dominance till the delicious end. Let the games begin! The Omega Play is the second book in The Omega Rebellion and follows on from book one. This novelette is an Omegaverse story set in a contemporary dystopian world with no shifters. Trigger Warnings: sexual content, coercion, D/s elements, scars, biting, dubcon, exhibitionism, breath play, and knife play

Venus, a wife and true crime vlogger, ferociously pursues the dark, disturbing mystery behind a series of vicious slayings in her small town of St. Devil. Who are the victims? The women in her family, people she dearly loved—brutally murdered at the hands of a mysterious serial killer. She suspects that her own father may very well be this serial killer, but nothing is as it seems. The neighbor, her brother-in-law, and people very close to her have their fair share of dark secrets and shocking lies. Powering through her suffocating grief and mental anguish, she diligently works to unravel the mind-blowing truth behind the murders of her entire family.

Three victims. Three days. Three years. Some killers stop. Some disappear. The dangerous ones evolve. Detective Vince Tanaka is ready to leave his NYPD career behind for a fresh start with the FBI and his family in San Diego. But when bodies begin appearing in churches across Manhattan—eyes removed and replaced with silver coins—Vince is pulled back into the cold case that's haunted him for three The Ritualist. With only 48 hours before the killer's pattern suggests he'll vanish again, Vince must unravel the connection between seemingly random victims. But as he digs deeper, an unexpected link to incarcerated serial killer Richard Cartwright emerges, along with buried secrets from a long-forgotten psychiatric facility. As the body count rises, Vince discovers the case is far more complex than anyone suspected. When the investigation takes a shocking personal turn, Vince must race to protect not only the next victim but also those closest to him. In this pulse-pounding debut thriller, Adam Roach crafts a labyrinthine game of cat and mouse where nothing is as it seems, and the most dangerous threat might be the one Vince doesn't see coming. Some demons can't be exorcised. Some nightmares follow you home.

The Poseidon Adventure meets LOST in this psychological thriller about a group of people trapped on a damaged space ship. Jaigar expected to wake up after thirty years to start building a new world in another star system. Instead, he finds himself one of a handful of survivors on an abandoned colony ship. With no food or water, and only emergency power, his first challenge is to keep everyone alive. The next is to try and solve the mystery of their situation, by figuring out what happened to the original crew and other colonists. But Jaigar will find survival more difficult than he expects, especially when each of the other survivors has a secret that could help him - or kill him.

What if the genetically modified crops that we’re being forced to depend on for food weren’t really created by man? What if they had a far more sinister purpose? FBI Special Agent Jack Dawson investigates the gruesome murder of his best friend and fellow agent who had been pursuing a group of eco-terrorists. The group’s leader, Naomi Perrault, is a beautiful geneticist who Jack believes conspired to kill his friend, and is claiming that a major international conglomerate developing genetically engineered crops is plotting a sinister transformation of our world that will lead humanity to extinction. As Jack is drawn into a quietly raging war that suddenly explodes onto the front pages of the news, he discovers that her claims may not be so outrageous after all. Together, the two of them must battle a horror Jack could never have imagined, with the fate of all life on Earth hanging in the balance…

An aspiring space engineer, a shape-shifting alien, and the race to save an unknown alien race. The first three books in the Amazon bestselling Space Shifter Chronicles in one omnibus edition Higgens has the best job in the galaxy. Except for the fact that he’s technically a janitor on a galactic mining vessel. When he discovers an unknown alien species, his world gets turned upside down. He will have to find unlikely allies if he is going to save his new friend and help her build a new home. The Mimic and the Space Engineer Boxed Set contains the first three books in the Space Shifter Chronicles. If you like fast paced space adventures with engaging, and quirky, characters, you will love Higgens, Mimic, and their adventures in space.

A healer with the talent to unravel death. A stillborn child brought to life. A father lusting for vengeance. And a son torn between justice, faith, and love. Caught in a chase spanning kingdoms, each must decide the nature of good and evil, the lengths they will go to survive, and what they are willing to lose. A healer and dabbler in the dark arts of life and death, Barus is as gnarled as an ancient tree. Forgotten in the chaos of the dying queen’s chamber, he spirits away her stillborn infant and in a hovel at the meadow’s edge, breathes life into the wisp of a child. He names her Aster for the lea’s white flowers. Raised as his daughter, she, too, learns to heal death. Denied a living heir, the widowed king spies from a distance. But he heeds the claims of the fiery Vicar of the Red Order—in the eyes of the Blessed One, Aster is an abomination, and to embrace the evil of resurrection will doom his rule. As the king’s life nears its end, he defies the vicar’s warning and summons the necromancer’s daughter. For his boldness, he falls to an assassin’s blade. Armed with righteousness and iron-clad conviction, the Order’s brothers ride into the leas to cleanse the land of evil. To save her father’s life, Aster leads them beyond Verdane’s wall into the Forest of Silvern Cats, a wilderness of dragons and barbarian tribes. Unprepared for a world rife with danger and unchecked power, a world divided by those who practice magic and those who hunt them, she must choose whether to trust the one man offering her aid, the one man most likely to betray her—her enemy’s son. ~\*~ From best-selling fantasy author D. Wallace Peach comes a retelling of the legend of Kwan-yin, the Chinese Goddess of Mercy. Set in a winter world of dragons, intrigue, and magic, The Necromancer's Daughter is a story about duty, defiancé, cruelty, and sacrifice—an epic tale of compassion and deep abiding love where good and evil aren’t what they seem.

Falling in love changes everything... Three bad things I learned this year: -People you trust lie, even parents. -That hot guy, the one who’s totally into you, he might not be the one. -Things are not always how they appear. Three good things I learned this year: -Best friends are always there for you, even when they’re far away. -That other hot guy, the one who remembers your birthday, he just might be the one. -Oh, and things are not always how they appear. Anna Sanders expected an anonymous (and uneventful) senior year until she crossed paths with rich-and-sexy Jack Kyser and his twin sister Lucy. Pulling Anna into their extravagant lifestyle on the Gulf Coast, Lucy pushed Anna outside her comfort zone, and Jack showed her feelings she’d never experienced... Until he mysteriously withdrew. Anna turned to her internship at the city paper and to her old attraction for Julian, a handsome local artist and rising star, for distraction. But both led to her discovery of a decades-old secret closely guarded by the twins’ distant, single father. A secret that could permanently change all their lives. Undertow, Book #2 is OUT NOW!!!

Catherine Hartley, disenchanted Boston socialite, arrives in the dusty frontier town of Copper Springs with nothing but her late uncle's debts and a telegraph operator's skill. Widowed rancher James Dawson has learned the hard way that refined Eastern women don't survive Wyoming winters. Now he'll do anything to protect his lonely daughter from another heartbreak. Even if it means pushing away the one woman who makes him feel alive again. But when Kate climbs a ladder in a thunderstorm to save the town's telegraph line, Jim realizes she's nothing like he assumed. And when one devastating mistake threatens to cost him everything, Kate fights to prove she's not just passing through. Caught between the life she left behind and the future she's building, Kate must decide whether to return to Boston's suffocating respectability, or risk her heart. A wholesome historical western romance about second chances and choosing home.

Sometimes love isn’t about where you land…but who catches you on the way down. \\\* One clumsy fall in LAX and my life shifts midair.He catches me—this gorgeous, maddeningly calm Australian with an accent that short-circuits my "Whoa, we want you on the plane, not under it." He says with a smile that should be illegal. I laugh it off...nervously. Then I board my flight to Sydney… and realize that he’s flying the plane. I’m traveling halfway across the world to adopt a little girl named Dorothy. He’s raising his daughter alone after losing his wife, balancing bedtime stories with international long-haul trips. We talk mid-flight, at the upstairs bar no one tells you exists. And something starts to spark—quietly, impossibly—before we even touch the ground. In Sydney, our paths keep crossing.. But I’m a nurse with a life in Connecticut. He’s a pilot grounded in Australia. And this time, love might not be enough to close the distance.

Loner. Lawbreaker. Bad girl. These all describe Hannah Tree, but she never expected to add private detective to the list... Serving a minor prison sentence isn’t the usual training for becoming a private investigator. But Hannah’s new mentor Gloria Starr, a statuesque trans woman, convinces Hannah to turn her obsession with justice into a business. Hannah’s first case is simple. A routine check on a client’s spouse, a judge whose wife is worried about him. Gloria suspects he might be a member of the mysterious “Friday Night Club”. Everything changes when Hannah sees her father entering the club. Something sinister is happening that not all the members know about. Determined to uncover the truth, Hannah discovers that some secrets are deadly. But she’s waited her entire life to bring her father to justice, and she’s not going to stop now. Even if it's the last thing she'll do.

When Kellan Ayrwick returns home for his father’s retirement from Braxton College, he finds a dead body in Diamond Hall’s stairwell. Unfortunately, Kellan has a connection to the victim, and so do several members of his family. Could one of them be guilty of murder? Soon after, the college's athletic program receives mysterious donations, a nasty blog denounces his father and someone attempts to change students' grades. Someone is playing games on campus, but none of the facts add up. With the help of his eccentric and trouble-making nana, Kellan tries to stay out of the sheriff’s way. And if that wasn't enough already, his own past comes spiraling back to change his life forever. In the debut novel in the Braxton Campus Mysteries Series, you'll discover a cozy, secluded Pennsylvania village full of quirky, sarcastic and nosy residents.

John Beck is the hero we don't deserve but he's exactly who we need when the world falls apart. When a surprise EMP attack kills the power grid across most of the United States, the nation crumbles but a hero rises. John Beck makes it his mission to help the weak against the strong in a new, lawless wilderness. All the while, he fights the demons of his past as he searches for the only family he has left. Best Laid Plans is book one of The Crusader EMP Post-Apocalyptic Survival Series and is perfect for fans of Franklin Horton, Ryan Schow, Kyla Stone, Jack Hunt, and AR Shaw.

He didn't just save her life. He rewrote it. When Alana wakes up in a hospital bed inside a glass penthouse fifty stories above the city, she is told three Her name is Elena. She is the beloved wife of billionaire architect Kael Draper. And she is lucky to be alive. Kael is the perfect husband. He is handsome, wealthy, and obsessively devoted to her recovery. He dresses her in silk, brushes her hair, and whispers memories of a life she doesn’t recognize. But the perfection is suffocating. Why is she naturally left-handed when Kael insists she is right? Why does she hate the taste of her "favorite" food? And why does the locked room in the basement smell like clay and formaldehyde? As the fog of amnesia lifts, a terrifying truth emerges from the shadows. This isn’t a second chance. It’s a sentence. Alana isn’t Elena. She is the homeless stranger who accidentally killed Elena in a car crash three years ago. And Kael didn't save her to love her. He saved her to punish her. He has carved his dead wife’s face onto her bones, and now, he demands the ultimate performance. Live the lie. Be the doll. Or face the consequences. From the twisted mind of a bestselling ghostwriter comes a dark, claustrophobic psychological thriller about obsession, identity, and the terrifying price of perfection. Perfect for fans of Gone Girl, You, and The Skin I Live In. TROPES & 🖤 Dark Psychological Horror 🖤 Forced Identity / Amnesia 🖤 Morally Black Anti-Hero 🖤 "Touch Her and Die" (Twisted) 🖤 Obsessive Love 🖤 The Pygmalion Complex "A masterpiece of gaslighting and glamour. You won't know whether to kiss the hero or run screaming from him."

Frank is a Fire Chief that is used to saving lives, but it is his heart that needs rescuing. Talia has a lot of secrets but what she lacks is discipline. After a mysterious fall into a canal, Frank saves Talia from drowning, but can he save her from herself? TALIA I don’t know if I’m running away from something or towards something else, but I am on the run. I did not so much run into Frank as much as jumped into his arms. He is handsome and strong, but I don’t know if I can trust him. He is a good man; he is even a good Daddy. Is Frank the right Daddy for me? How will I know? FRANK As a Fire Chief, I have a lot of things going for me. I have the respect of my team. I can run up a ladder with gear as much as the young guys at the station. I have a good friend, fellow Fireman Daddy Chris who has found his Little, Emma. Although I try to keep myself busy, my life is just not complete without a Little. Talia is beautiful and sweet, but she can also be stubborn. Her stubbornness has gotten her in trouble and kept her from her potential. She needs discipline, but she is going to have to ask for it. I am looking for a Little, but is she the one? Dominant Fireman Daddy is a short, sweet, sexy Age Play romance about a lonely fire chief and a lost Little needing discipline. It includes DD/LG elements with plenty of teasing, lust, love, and discipline. See if Little Talia can earn the discipline of Daddy Frank and if Daddy Frank can trust Talia not to break his heart.

My brother’s best friend is such a jerk. An imposing, handsome jerk who doesn’t trust me. And now we’re roommates. He wanders around the apartment in nothing but gray sweatpants, looking like a broody, tattooed muscle god, and playing music that shakes the walls. I want to hate him for treating me like an intruder, but there’s something about the way he looks at me—like he’s trying to figure me out—that keeps pulling me in. Archer Holland is loyal, caring, and protective—with everyone except me. Every time I move around our apartment, I can feel his glare. And the worst part? It only makes me want him more. Not that it matters. He’s my brother’s best friend—the one guy I can never have. But after a late\-night rescue, we go from sharing a wall to sharing a bed. I’m not sure what my brother would do if he found out, but it doesn’t matter because Archer says it can’t happen again. That imposing, handsome jerk is about to find out I’m done playing by his rules. Comeback is a football romance with lots of spice, swoon, and a happily ever after. It’s the third book in the Holland Brothers series and can be read as a standalone. Tropes: \- forced proximity / roommates \- broody tattooed football hero \- sneaking around \- ASL and chronic illness rep \- dual POV

Book 10 in the Full Moon series Cripple Creek has become highly toxic. The news channel says it's a total no-go zone. So why would Tanya and Megan need to venture back there? The shaman is supposed to be their next central journey with evil Sanders. High up in the mountains is where they must go. And it's the same shaman that Gabriel needs to see, too. But it's been put on hold for a time. There's a billion or more stars, and a long quest underneath them. Will Gabriel ever get his wolf back? He's doing just fine being human. Thankfully, Sascha's taken a keen and sensual liking to him. So all is well in that sweet scenario. Yes, Gabriel's 'love department' is more-than-good for this playful beta. She's the real deal, it seems. Noelle and Declan must try to keep their cool. Sanders has taken their most prized possession. Their beautiful, unique, gorgeous, little boy. And in Declan's mind, nothing and no one can get in his way, come hell or high water. Determination pushes through, and he'll find him no matter what it takes. It's his only mission. The pack remains strong with the help of Ariana and her expertise. They're rounding up vlads and letting the sun burn them to smithereens when daylight breaks. Maria is given strange dream states to help them get ahead in their quest for the plight of the alpha, Declan. But what new beasts have been born? The answer to that question is anybody's guess...

Book 8 in the Full Moon series With the threat of vlads and the future threat of daywalkers, the pack (what's left of it) must leave Cripple Creek. Gabriel is still human and he's no use to anyone if he can't get his wolf back. This mess is going to set them on a road trip, headed straight for New Orleans, in a van that's seen far better days. They'll be there, right at peak season when festivities are playing their course. Some of them know what's going on, and some of them don't. But Kelvin will find out about his family and the roots of his family tree. It's a pivotal revelation for the entire world, actually. There'll be more than meets the eye in chilly New Orleans... a bear shifter, a tomb containing the Voodoo Queen, and a lot of naughtiness going on behind the scenes. It's unexpected for Dustin, anyway. Yes, it's going to be a mindblowing and sensational trip, that's for sure. But what lurks in the shadows? Not all is what it seems, and who can't get touched by the sun, and why? This time, it's anyone's guess. There are secrets and mysteries everywhere... and Declan's not even there to see it! It's pure evil ...could it be witchery?

Book 6 in the Full Moon Series When Gabriel is ousted from the pack, he finds himself almost alone. He has his friend Tanya, but even she’s unsure if she wants to be with him. This could be a lonely life if she leaves, too. Meanwhile, Declan finds himself reorganising his pack and getting ready for an all out war with the werewolf hunters. He’s on the right track, but they’ll still need to compensate for the silver, somehow. It’s deadly, and it can wipe the pack out, almost instantly. Noelle is human again, and she is finding herself jealous about Declan. She doesn’t want to share him with anyone, it seems. This newfound relationship might take some work, and a sense of humor. Will they win the war against the hunters? And will Gabriel be allowed back into the pack after what he’s done? Only time will tell, and there’s not much of that left. The clock ticks as war looms. “The war will have its consequences, and love will have its way, too.”

Book 5 in the Full Moon series. When Noelle finds herself in the deep, depths of the forest, she feels lost and delirious in her plight to find her way back home. But where is she? And how on earth will she get back to where she belongs? Luckily for her, the wheel of fortune is slowly turning in her favor, or is it? That's something that only time will tell... Meanwhile, Declan is on a quest to become a wolf again, but the journey he must follow is unknown and relenting. He'll need more than luck to get him where he needs to go. He must find a witch, but that's going to be easier said than done. He really needs to get back to his pack. Unfortunately, Gabriel is in charge, and it's not looking pretty, so far. The pack is still suffering at the hands of Gabriel—he's acting like a spoiled-brat tyrant and has the wherewithal to kill whomever he pleases, at will. This is going to take more than some inspired action to change the balance of power, now. In fact, it will need the brute-force and agility of a wild, assertive, masculine werewolf. Someone just like Declan...

Book 6 of the Nighthawks Motorcycle club series When Nantan is wrongly accused of Bodaway Teton's murder, it takes the smarts of Wraith and friends to get him off. But, unfortunately, that might take some time to work out, that's unless they can utilize a perfect, unshakeable alibi. His new, fragile sons (Tam and Nico) have already lost their birth mother and father, and losing him is not something they can cope with. And definitely not now. Ghost and Killa are both pregnant with their surrogate babies. How on earth are they supposed to cope with work... and being ridiculously huge? This is certainly harder work than they imagined it would be. It's time for reinforcements, that's for sure. Ivy and Callie are in the same boat, feeling bigger and hungrier than ever. Due to pop babies out... any minute, now. Meanwhile, the Wolfpack and the Owl Pack are thriving and helping everyone out, while making loads of cash to help with college or the ranch. Lily and Ace, and Gregory and Katya are growing and glowing within their bonds of love. There's just something perfect about finding the one. Love is the answer to everything, even if it's tough love. "You can knock down a Nighthawk, but he will always fly free..."

Book 7 in the Nighthawks MC series Everything seems to go along according to plan, that's until lowlifes get involved. It seems unfair that there are so many in the world. The Nighthawks, will again, band together to make everything right. Their world is theirs alone. A night of peace and joy takes an ugly turn, when, on the night of the Winter Solstice celebration, racist men beat some of the Wolfpack teenagers who had worked on Henry's farm. The Nighthawks rush to the aid of the Wolfpack members, and to the site of the assault. A murderous police officer turns the situation into a mortally dangerous one. Then, a mass shooting puts more police officers at risk. Can the Nighthawks and their allies protect each other, and still defeat their enemies? Along the journey, new friendships, love, and a beautiful surprise for Ivy, will see everything come into a state of necessary peace. But things are always interesting, especially when motorcycle clubs are involved. This one's going to be packed full of everything... "Ready, let go, and breathe... let's ride."

Book 8 in the Nighthawks MC series What if you got given a raw deal? A life that was shattered, or somehow fraught with danger. Maybe, there was a lack of love from someone... or something. Maybe, something occurred as a child, or you were just literally left out in the cold by a circumstance. It happens all the time, to humanity and to animals. But what if you got a second chance, despite what happened? How would you feel about your life, then? It seems The Nighthawks, The Valkyries, and the blessed Iron Knights all want to help out, somehow. And even despite their own battles and suffering. They all intend to give back as best they can. An honorable way to live, that's for sure. Through love and connection, there is unity and the chance for hope. And with hope comes much-needed compassion, for loved ones, friends, and then onto paying it forward. Giving kindly, to the less fortunate members of one's community. A wise old man once said, "Without being loved, there can be no courage, and without courage there can be no hope. Without hope... there is nothing left in the soul of a man. Be love, so that you might aid a soul... or many."

Book 9 in the Nighthawks Motorcycle Series "Exceptional. That's how you describe the blessing of a beautiful, balanced, well-meaning life." - Unknown. So, what should you choose? There are so many things, really. And it's all a matter of perspective. Of "yes," or "no," happy or sad, angry or humble. And the choices; do they come from one's heart, or from the ego? It's apparent that the duality goes on, throughout one's life. And that perspective is seen through the lenses of whoever is peering into life, and from the definition of their own, unfolding story. When Wraith's family and friends deal with the aftermath of a deliberate attempt on her life, reality sets in. Heavily. The people closest start realizing just how precious life really is. As usual, The Nighthawks choose each other (and their families) to gain insight and strength, through both bonding and friendship. Being supportive, loving, honest, and real with one another are the only truths they know. It's a pity the rest of the world doesn't live by the same Code. The Soldier Pack, Owl Pack, Wolfpack, and the favorites. They all thrive in the business of living their lives, together, and in their much-needed privacy. Bao and Nico tie the knot, and the gift of life is given again to another family. Much more begins to keep and connect them all—especially when unconditional love thrives. But how will they cope with the realities of life; work, family, and the exhaustion that follows? They'll need the strength of a tribe, or many who are willing. And so, they utilize it, in every way, shape, and form. And so, everything becomes possible. Another wise man once said, "There is strength in numbers, and strength always follows the brave."

Book 2 of the Nighthawks Motorcycle club series Ivy needs revenge on Claw. For taking down the love of her life, Arsenal. She's got the perfect plan... and it just needs to be executed at the prime time. Gregory is in for a real shock. What kind of sadistic assholes do that stuff, anyway? Is it really possible for humanity to suck that damn much? When Gregory finds Katya and her daughter next door, the news is crimson-black. A black death would be better than what the guy did to them. He's decided he's going to be there no matter what. Ivy and Ace continue to prosper at Dirty Rock, and Ace meets a new girl, the beautiful Lily. She's dark, stormy, and bites like a viper. She can sting like a bee too if he's not super-careful. He'll find that out... soon enough! The Nighthawks have more than enough to deal with right now. Helping all the members out with one thing or another. Between organising rides and working. But everyone's family, and that's how they roll, "Let the wind be always at your back; ride on and remember the fallen."

Book 14 in the Nighthawks Motorcycle Club series The tight pull you feel when you choose one way or another in awkwardness or insecurity, or the sheer trapped feeling of being restrained without wanting it to be so. It can occur in the mind or within the entire core of the body, all the while the soul screams to be heard, to be free, and to be truly loved again. The circumstances of life can make or break a person or child, that's a definite law in the realm of being human. And is it fate which intervenes to make a person go one way or another? Who decides what happens next, and why? Is it a game of chance or choice, or is it the madness of the world that takes over so willfully? The story of life is surreal, even unreal at times. But, you don't have to feel restricted, not if the Nighthawks have got your back. They know how to show love, the kind that's binding, all-encompassing and real. What is love? A shoulder, an intimate encounter, the joy of a smile, the sound of a heartbeat, the love of a child, the natural seasons which come and go, the feeling that you're not alone, a culture which holds you in its grasp, learning a new skill, listening to a birdsong, a friend that always cares... Love is whatever you want and need it to be. Your heart knows the answer to all of it, and that's the direction of the path you need to go in now. A journey for life with love, run in that direction with everything you can muster. For love has no bounds... head there now...

Book 13 in the Nighthawks Motorcycle Club series Beauty is found in the most unlikely places. A whisper, a breeze, a kiss that was unexpected, in a friend who hears your pain and need. So, what is life? Are we meant to endure pain, grief, loss, and heartache? Is that what really makes us stronger overall? The Nighthawks and their friends have seen more than they should, they've lost friends, seen much suffering, and have lived and loved through all of it. But when can peace come to stay, is it really an ongoing battle day after day? What if life just went right for a change? That'd be perfect. The Native Indians believe that there is a certain way to live. An ebb and flow that gives people the ability to get through certain seasons in their own lives. Fight or flight is usually the way most people take the challenges. But they say you could just be. In the moment that is now, yes, the present time of day. Following that flow is a part of being still and moving forward too. When you let life flow, the problems seem less daunting somehow. The favorites will flow through. Ivy, Ace, Callie, Henry, David, Nantan, Alo, Wraith, Bao, and the friends and family who love them. We'll see more growth and something unexpected. There is love on the horizon for some, and a whole lotta puppies too. Something unexpected occurs that will shake everyone to their core. Let's set the night on fire... let's flow.

Book 12 in the Nighthawks MC series The Nighthawks find themselves busy, as always, helping one another to learn, study, and grow together, while still blending into their own beautiful independence. It's also true; bringing up a family is the hardest job in the whole, entire universe. It really does take a whole tribe to raise a family, it seems. This time they'll need more money to fund multiple projects so they can help more people to thrive. The Wolfpack have plenty of neat ideas, shocking the adults with both their brilliance and their seemingly-endless abilities. Damia is making great progress and remains to be the sunshine of Henry's farm. Ivy couldn't be prouder of her and the way she's begun to come out of her shell. Grace, Hu, and Jie are also coming along well, and the other young ones are thriving with gusto, too. Wraith and Sigrun get a super-big surprise and then Saber is in need of some Valkyrie kind of help. It's all full-steam ahead. This will be an action-packed, heartwarming, and beautifully-brilliant chapter in the next phase of their lives. "Alone I am strong, but with others, I can face life with a fierceness only known in the realm of the unknown."

So, what is real love? Is it the desert sun kissing the horizon, a pair of lovers rubbing one another's feet after a long day? Or is it the kind advice you get from a friend, leaning in to let you use their shoulder to cry on? The Nighthawks have plenty of love in their well-loved community, and everyone is thriving well, in one way or another. Wraith decides to change tact after her body gets put through the wringer again... but will Saber follow her lead, too? Sigrun and Wraith discover that they want something more, but what on earth could it be? They were already more than happy. Meanwhile, Gregory and Bannon have their work cut out for them in their security business, and Gregory has become a hero of sorts. The clock is always ticking, but they have a wonderful proposition to make... Henry's farm is thriving with adults and teens who love their lives. Robert and Triesta find comfort in the community that is now their new home base, for work and camaraderie in its community. Callie and Ivy work hard and wonder how on earth mother's like Katya do it so well. They feel exhausted and overwrought with so many things. Kiya, Aiden, work, Damia, and Grace... and there's not much time left for anything else. "Being a Nighthawk is tough work, but being a mother, well, that's magician's work!"

Book 10 in the Nighthawks Motorcycle Club series The definition of separated to cause to move or be apart. But the Nighthawks choose togetherness, always, and in all ways. Their bonds are forged in the deepest of stones. With hearts wide, they love one another and the people that come into their lives. At Henry's farm the love and the jobs keep spreading, like wildfire, it seems. Robert, the newest member, shares his love with them all. “Life is like this,” Robert told the boys. “Beauty, if you will stop and look. If you don’t stop and look, it will be ugly, sad, and short. Count the stars, fish the stream, hike the land. Ride horses, and grow flowers, and make beautiful things...” The women continue to grow and work harder than ever before, in their jobs, and as beautiful mothers who love their children with all of their hearts. Meanwhile, the men bond and lead with integrity, and have a great honor and respect for their part in life... a journey that's filled with deep love, camaraderie, creativity, children, partnerships, and some tough times. Together they stand united. "Let's ride... and try and sleep as much as we possibly can!"

IN THE SHADOWS HE WAITS Seraphine Winters had a normal life. One she misses when she’s kidnapped and taken to an island in the middle of nowhere. Forced to attend Quarrierton Academy, a castle full of immortal beings, the only way she can leave is if she passes all her classes. But as a human, she’s hated just for breathing, with no way to fit in around magic and powers she never knew existed. And who doesn’t hate mortals more than Dane Dalton? The Shadow Prince loathes everything about her, yet there are more secrets and lies than truths between the pair, and it’s a race against time when the curse is revealed.

In this Regency romance by USA Today bestselling and HOLT Medallion winning author Bree Wolf, a brooding marquess and a bookish lady realize that love can conquer all...particularly when one least expects it. A marquess hell-bent on revenge. A lady haunted by her past. And an encounter that just might save them both. England 1802: Lady Leonora, daughter to the Earl of Whickerton, longs to understand...well, the world in its entirety, particularly, however, human nature. Always observing those around her, Leonora finds herself utterly fascinated by what people say and do, by how their eyes reflect what is in their hearts and how each and every emotion can be read upon another’s face. It is a language onto itself, and Leonora is determined to record every little discovery in her trusted notebook, her constant companion…even when attending balls. Unfortunately, one night, Leonora’s curiosity leads her astray, forcing a lesson upon her that she cannot forget: the greatest evil hides behind the most charming smile. Drake Shaw, Marquess of Pemberton, lives a life of regret and shame. Unable to right a wrong of his past, he seeks to punish those without honor. He lives for the hunt, preying on men who dare raise a hand against those they ought to protect. Over time, Drake has developed a keen eye for a lady who has been hurt. He recognizes the look of fear and pain in her eyes and understands it for what it is: the need for revenge. Until one day, Drake comes face to face with a young lady who surprises him at every turn. She is vulnerable and fearful, but also brave and...dauntless. Thrown off his balance, Drake soon realizes that living for revenge might no longer be all he desires. If you enjoy brooding dukes as well as head-strong ladies, fierce in their affections and daring in their search for their perfect match, then Once Upon a Temptingly Ruinous Kiss is perfect for you!

There is nothing ladylike about a desire to be bound and taken, mastered... by London’s most notorious rake. Tilly was raised to be the perfect lady, until she stumbles upon a book of erotic engravings. Determined to lose her innocence on her own terms, the shy wallflower attends a masquerade ball in search of a gentleman who can show her the secrets of pleasure, if only for one night. When Tilly is seduced by her secret crush, the delicious Earl of Rockfort, she decides to submit herself to him, and enjoy every sinful moment.

He isn't looking for trouble... Max has finally put some of his ghosts to bed, but that doesn't mean he can rest easy. He's still a fugitive on the run from his past. He's made his way to Prince Creek, a small town on the far eastern edge of Canada, where he's found some peace working a fishing boat. When Topher Arnsfeld, the richest man in town, and his wife are brutally murdered in their home, it stirs up long-buried resentments and triggers a list of suspects spanning across the small community. Disturbing rumors emerge as Max is drawn deeper into the case. In the midst of it all, one thing becomes Someone's going to get revenge, no matter who's in the way. Max might be the right guy in the wrong place all over again. Trouble Will Find Me is a riveting standalone thriller and a great way to jump into the addictive Max Strong crime series today. Perfect for fans of David Baldacci, Brad Meltzer, Gregg Hurwitz, John Sandford, and Ace Atkins.

In this enemies-to-lovers regency romance by USA Today bestselling and HOLT Medallion winning author BREE WOLF, a fierce lady and her far from ordinary husband find that an accidental marriage can have its benefits after all. A lady on a mission. A misunderstood rogue. And a most compromising moment. England 1803: LADY CHRISTINA BEAUMONT, daughter to the EARL OF WHICKERTON, is on a mission. A mission to protect her best friend from being forced into a marriage that would see her delicate heart broken and her sensibilities shocked. Deep in debt, Lord Hartmore agreed to marry his daughter to a scoundrel. A man who grew up far from London’s high society. A man who does not know how to treat a lady. A man most vile and utterly unsuitable. A man who cannot be deemed a gentleman. With one glance, Christina can see that the only reason Mr. Sharpe intends to marry her friend is to gain entrance into London’s high society...and she will raise hell before allowing that to happen. His emerald green eyes and teasing smile cannot fool her, and so, she concocts a plan to protect her friend. Unfortunately, Christina finds herself falling prey to another’s plan before her own can fall into place. THORNE SHARPE is a self-made man. Growing up with nothing, he earned his first coins in boxing matches. However, knowing that if he ever wanted to make something of himself, he needed to rely on his wits instead of his fists. Saving what little he earned, he began to invest, always keeping his eyes and ears open, determined to get ahead in the world. A society match promises the necessary influence Thorne needs in order to make a difference, a difference for all those still struggling to survive each and every day. However, while the young lady he had his eye on appears to be kind and good-hearted—although somewhat fearful—Thorne finds his gaze linger upon her spirited friend instead, a siren with golden locks and eyes that shoot daggers at him at every occasion. So, when opportunity presents itself, Thorne does not hesitate. He never has. And he won’t start now. He knows what he wants, and what he wants is...her.

How far would you go to save your only sister? Astrid has been trying to keep her adopted sister, Lyric, hidden—their mother’s dying wish—but it proves difficult when Lyric attracts unwanted attention from another realm. After Lyric gets kidnapped by members of the Jalak Brotherhood, Astrid vows to do whatever it takes to bring her home. Stealing a motorcycle and boarding a strange ship, Astrid travels far from Kansas City, to a realm where magic is real. Low on options, she contracts the help of a dangerously attractive dragonborn assassin. Can Astrid navigate uncertainty and betrayal to save her sister? Or will she break when forced to face her biggest fear? Found in Embers is the first book in the Astrid Stone Trilogy, an epic Urban Fantasy. If you like fast paced adventure, sexy shifters, and a sprinkling of dry humor, you’ll love the adventure AJ Blanch has crafted in this series. Buy Found in Embers now, to read Astrid’s adventure.

My daughter thought she had found the man of her dreams. But now her life is in danger… When Ellie tells me she has a new boyfriend, I am absolutely thrilled and can’t wait to meet him. She finally seems so happy and in love. But there’s a catch. Ellie has never met him in person. In fact, he doesn’t even live in the same country. Our home is in England, but Daryl is in Los Angeles. When handsome Daryl invites Ellie to stay with him at his luxury Los Angeles mansion for a few weeks, I insist on joining her. I need to find out more about the man who has my daughter so enamoured. Daryl welcomes us into his whitewashed house, complete with a stunning swimming pool and sun-drenched patio. Then one morning, I discover a terrible secret in his basement that changes everything. He has been lying to us from the start. I go to confront him, but Ellie and Daryl are nowhere to be found. I call Ellie’s phone but there’s no answer. Has something happened to my precious girl? And will I be able to save her? An utterly gripping psychological thriller that will keep you up all night from the author of the number one bestselling novel The Doctor’s Wife . If you love Gone Girl, The Night She Disappeared and The Perfect Couple, you’ll be hooked by My Daughter’s Boyfriend .

To survive, is to hide. To conceal who you are from the Dark. One hundred years ago the creatures of legend emerged from the shadows to help mankind in World War II. They were greeted with fear and awe, but their magic and strength used by the allied forces. The implications after the great war, shaped their future. Present Day… Eira is practising as a doctor in central London, keeping her true identity and the magic in her veins hidden from the Dark, an organisation taking over London with a virus which controls the host. When a rebel Captain is rushed into the clinic for treatment, she learns that the necklace she inherited from her mother is far more than she bargained for. Waking in an emergency room with a fatal wound, Captain Cole Hawkins has no option but to trust the doctor treating him, despite the secrets he can see that she's hiding. Oran's mission was simple - trace a surge of magical power and find the source, but he soon discovers that things aren't as they seem and he starts to question the decisions of the ones who bind him. Together they must use an ancient power to combat the years of segregation and animosity between humanity and the magical world.

Haunted by her brother's brutal murder, FBI Agent Sidney Stone races against time to unravel a chilling wave of child abductions that mirror her own traumatic past, pushing her to the brink of sanity as she confronts both ruthless criminals and her own demons. FBI Agent Sidney Stone has dedicated her life to the FBI’s Behavioral Analysis Unit, determined to prevent others from suffering the same fate as her kid brother, Ben. They were abducted when she was 16 and he seven. He was killed while she was let go. His death fuels her relentless pursuit of justice while struggling with PTSD, anxiety, and depression. A wave of child abductions bears an eerie resemblance to the patterns of Sidney’s own abduction, pulling her deeper into a psychological battle. Partnering with Special Agent Alex Kane to co-lead the investigation, Sidney must navigate a complex web of clues and confront a network of sadistic criminals. With the support of a dedicated team and her therapist Dr. Emma Blake, Sidney fights to balance her personal demons with her drive to save others. Each breakthrough brings her closer to dismantling the abductors’ sinister operation, but also to her own breaking point.

What would you do if your husband was missing, you don't want to be pregnant, you witness a horrific airplane accident, and you learn all babies and young children have disappeared? Twenty-eight-year-old Sarah Colton may think she is in control, but she's far from the truth, not realizing the Rapture has occurred. Enter the writer's mind as she deals with this imminent, amazing event. \* Updated 2022 version of Untakenable published in 2017.

Just one thing tastes sweeter than revenge on my ex; Forbidden fruit in the form of my best friend’s older brother. It started innocently enough. Kit needed a fake date for his ex’s glamorous party. I needed a practice swing fling to launch my trip to an exclusive sex resort. I know what you’re thinking. Eve’s not that kind of girl. But my ex’s betrayal has me speeding down scandalous paths I’ve never explored. A luxury, fantasy retreat where women’s pleasure comes first. And so will I. The Jilted Brides Honeymoon Club boasts a fantasy menu to fulfill my wildest desires. Sensuous massage, group play, same-sex pleasures…it’s all here for me to sample. Then the one man I shouldn’t want shows up where I least expect him. I’ve craved Kit’s touch since our single, scorching night last week. There’s no way I’m resisting him now. Keeping our secret could cost more than my closest friendship. The price of this off-limits pleasure is the freedom I’ve fought to reclaim. One-click this forbidden fake dating erotic romance with a woman who falls for her best friend’s older brother at an exclusive luxury resort designed to fulfill her wildest desires. This story includes scorching MFF and MFM scenes.

A thief, a lover, and a toymaker; drawn together by fate; unlikely champions against a powerful and remorseless enemy. When not fighting each other, they must defeat the powerful Lord Norwich, and end his plan to unleash global violence and crown himself emperor of the world. No problem. But behind the scenes, the Trickster god is manipulating men like puppets, changing history to his own ends and for his own amusement. As an ancient plan is set into motion, the trio are faced with events they do not understand and may not survive. Legacy is the first of an epic new series that combines Fantasy and Steampunk in an unforgettable novel set in Victorian England.

Before the lights go out, Rosalie Calder sees the pattern no one wants to admit. When an EMP shuts down the hospital mid crisis, machines die and panic spreads. Trapped inside, Rosalie must choose whether to stay and help or escape before the world collapses.

"This is a great adventure set in places I know and love, so for me it was like a home coming. There are likeable characters that we can’t help but enjoy the company of, and a fun plot that’s both realistic and entertaining" Luke Richardson, author of Eden Black series. Unearthing an ancient scroll was just the beginning. Little did Reed Hascombe know, it would lead him on a thrilling journey to discover the hidden treasures of a legend. But with every step towards the treasure, Reed and his friends face ruthless opposition from a wealthy artefact dealer, who will stop at nothing to claim the riches for himself. Set in the breathtaking Peaks of England, the race to succeed becomes a high-stakes game of technology and wits. Reed grapples with the moral implications of his actions amidst long-forgotten caves. Can he navigate the dangerous waters of the paradox of a thief, breaking the law to help those in need? Experience the adrenaline rush of Paradox of The Thief. This first instalment in a gripping archaeological thriller series will leave you on the edge of your seat. If you're a fan of J.F. Penn, Luke Richardson, and Ernest Dempsey, then you won't want to miss this captivating adventure.

Wounded while retaking the Armory, Talon's recovery is slow and painful. Unaware that his family in Texas are having to deal with similar situations from within their own community. With still no action or assistance from the Federal or State governments, each community must deal with daily shortages of their basic needs. Civilization and civility has been replaced with every person for themselves. Lawlessness and chaos is the new normal. Large population centers have for the most part become unsustainable. Talon pushes himself relentlessly to regain enough strength to resume his journey. Every decision takes on more importance as the world falls deeper into anarchy.

He calls them horsemen—revelation engines that can conjure up dream worlds from vast swathes of encrypted data. But are they really dream worlds, or are they something else altogether? For Cydian fears that he has created his own personal Sandman, one that now stalks him with nightmares. He’s bet everything on a new way to harvest highly sensitive personal data from billions of people, a game changer set to transform the world. But there’s a problem—the data predicts a global calamity to be underway, one that simply just isn’t there. With the company teetering on the edge of a financial abyss, he needs to find the problem by hacking the data, something that should be impossible, given the quantum encryption protecting it. The horsemen, and their dream worlds,are the only way in.

What if the person who knows your heart best has been right beside you all along? After one impulsive kiss years ago, Taylor vowed never to fall for Ryan Carter—her best friend’s older brother and the man who called her a “kid” before walking out of her life. Now he’s back in town, bruised by the past and trying to find his footing again. When mysterious love notes start appearing in Taylor’s café—filled with memories only someone close could know—the whole town joins in on the guessing game. As Valentine’s Day nears, Taylor follows each clue straight to the last person she the man who once broke her heart and might just be brave enough to mend it. Full of laughter, small-town mischief, and second chances, Unlucky in A Secret Admirer Romance with a Little Bit of Valentine’s Day Magic is a sweet, slow-burn rom-com that proves love letters never go out of style.

It was supposed to be a quick meeting. I’ve been trying to break into acting for years, and now I’m FINALLY up for a lead role in a romcom movie. It’s a huge step up from barista \#3, especially considering who’s supposed to play my love interest—Adam Stone. Sure, he’s known as the “Hollywood Hothead” and disappeared from the public eye eight months ago after he punched fellow actor Tristan Jackson on the red carpet. But I’m willing to endure some personality issues for the sake of my big break. When he asks me to come meet him at his family estate to make sure we can work together, I figure it’ll just be a couple hours. Maybe dinner. But then it starts snowing. In May. In Southern California. Now I’m stranded with Adam for who knows how long. He’s rude, gruff, and I KNOW he’s keeping some crazy secrets. I’m 99% sure it’s not a dead body but…you never know. The longer I stay, the more determined I am to find out the truth…and the more I realize that Adam has scars below the surface, too. Maybe things aren’t always what they appear. Isabelle and the Beast is a closed\-door, romantic comedy retelling of Beauty and the Beast with no spice and swoony kisses only! The stories in the Once Upon a Rom\-Com series follow the siblings of the Stone family as they find their happily ever afters. The stories are standalone, but if you like continuous stories, I recommend reading them in order.

Kinsey Platte, author of Nursed by the Nanny, is back with another delicious and creamy short! Ruby and Max are getting married. When Ruby tells Max she wants one last hurrah before the big day, Max has only one rule. It needs to be someone he trusts. It also needs to be someone that won't have a problem with Ruby still having milk from breastfeeding. After Ruby mentions that she's always had a thing for Max's best friend, Matt, they set up a night none of them will ever forget. This short is 4k words long and can be read in 30 minutes.

When your fantasies begin to overflow, the ideal partner can turn up in the most unexpected place …Sally, a university archivist, meets Marcus, a writer, at a book club. Both are introverts, but they soon find they have a lot in common. She has a growing list of fantasies she’s eager to explore, and discovers, almost by accident, that he shares many of them. They quickly realise this could be too good a chance to miss. Grasping the opportunity, they slowly turn some of those fantasies - pain, restraint, domination, submission - into reality. But they’re uncertain whether they’re just playing for mutual pleasure, or seeking something more serious. Neither had been looking for ’the one’. They both have personal issues to deal with, and events hidden away in Sally’s past will return to haunt her. As the relationship develops, and mutual trust allows them to push their limits, how far will they venture into a world they’ve only fantasised about before? And will their shared pleasure grow into something more? This is the first book in the ‘Kinky Companions’ series, which is for readers 18+.

Here comes the bride… but where’s the groom? There’s a wedding in Hoochville! All Sadie Sexton is worried about is getting her bestie to the altar on time. But when two bodies show up at the wedding venue on the day of the ceremony and the groom’s whereabouts the night before are in question, suddenly he becomes the prime suspect. Now Sadie and her friends will stop at nothing to prove the groom’s innocence, solve the murders, and send their friends on their much-deserved honeymoon before someone near and dear winds up in prison. "What every murder needs . Female bffs, fiber arts, and the best southern city you’ve ever visited." Vivian Arend New York Times bestselling author. "The Sadie Sexton Hoochville mysteries give the reader characters you’d like to hang out with in a town you’d like to visit with a mystery you want to help solve. Give it a visit. Join in the fun." Jana Deleon New York Times bestselling author.

He calls me princess. I call him obsessed. I'm only supposed to be here for a few weeks. Just filling in while the CEO's assistant is on leave. But from the moment Jude Sterling looks at me, it's clear he has no intention of letting me go. Now he's giving me things I could never afford, including luxury tech and designer clothes. He tells me that his princess deserves only the best. That he'll take care of everything. He even wants to take care of the things I try to hide. Like the aching, sensitive fullness in my body that means I'm overflowing with sweetness for him. And while I've always been ashamed of it... he can't get enough. He says I was made to be spoiled. Made to be claimed. And soon... he'll make his claim permanent when he fills me with his baby.

Small Town Heroes: A Collection of Competence Strong communities. Steady hands. Heroes who show up and get the job done. From small towns tucked into the mountains to close-knit communities where everyone knows your name, these stories celebrate capable, caretaking heroes who protect what matters—and the women who meet them as equals. Inside this boxed set, you’ll find: • Mixed up With a Marine—A Marine-turned-baker fighting for a second chance with the woman who still owns his heart • Someone Like You—A former Army Ranger hiding out in the mountains—and the writer who upends his solitude • Make You Feel My Love—A devoted police officer who’s spent a lifetime protecting his best friend… until love and danger collide These are romances rooted in trust, resilience, and emotional intelligence. No games. No posturing. Just honorable men who rescue and protect—and women who know their own strength. If you love small-town romance, capable heroes, found family, and love stories built on respect and real connection, this collection is for you.

In Rebel, Louisiana, Christmas isn’t a holiday—it’s a full-contact sport. As a firefighter, I thought I’d seen holiday chaos before—fires caused by too many string lights, a Santa stuck in a chimney, one unfortunate incident with a candy cane—but this small town takes Christmas to a whole new level. It all starts when I'm asked to pose as a fake boyfriend for the town’s annual holiday competition. Easy gig: play games, drink cocoa, smile big, take home the trophy. But my "date's" plans go sideways—literally—and while she’s in the hospital, I’m left to handle all the plastic candy canes, Grinch impersonators, and deconstructed gingerbread houses with her sister instead. Single mom Thea is the calm, practical one who wants nothing to do with small-town drama… or me. Too bad sparks fly anyway. Between her no-nonsense attitude, that soft heart she tries to hide, and the way she looks at me in the dark hallway when everyone else is asleep? It's not the tree at risk of going up in flames. Because this feels real and now I know exactly what I’m asking Santa for this year. Christmas in Rebel isn’t just Merry—it’s absolute Mayhem.

Never write out your secret, spicy fanfiction about your professors when: 1) The stars of your fanfic are men you see every day. 2) There's even the tiniest possibility they'll get a hold of it. Because if they do, be prepared, they just might respond... Hot. Brilliant. Mysterious. Untouchable. These are words students across campus use to describe Gage Sinclair and Alex Grantham, best friends and university professors. What everyone doesn't know? Sometimes they share the same woman in bed. I want to be that woman. Don't tempt us, they say. You're not our type, they insist. You're only twenty-three. Too young. A virgin. A student. We will never touch you. Well, I may be lacking experience, but I am a good girl, and they know it. There's Alex, with eyes of an angel, the body of a sinner, oozing with alpha male goodness. And Gage? One: intense. Seeing right through me, telling me he'd always have to have his way, and that it might even hurt. God. I hope so. They can deny me a thousand ways. Tell me it's not happening a thousand times. But there's only one word in each man's eyes when he looks at me: MINE. Curious to know what it's like when two intelligent alphas are possessive and obsessive? Kinky and demanding? Who do MORE than just teach? This is Book 1 of a saga between two professors and a virgin student who cross into temptation. A ménage, age gap MFM romance with all the feels, sugar, and serious spice. 1-Click click click!

Enrolling at BCU was supposed to be my chance at freedom. An escape from my parents who insist I follow in their footsteps as a Guardian of the Society. Keep the members safe—that’s what I’m supposed to do. But how can I safeguard the students when I can’t even protect myself? Someone has been watching me. His eyes burn into my soul like a branding iron. At night, he haunts my dreams and transforms them into nightmares. And sometimes when I wake, he’s there. Standing at the foot of my bed in awe of my existence. He isn’t the one I fear most, though. His best friends—Maddox and Lev—have their eyes on me, too. Only their obsession runs deeper than Ridge’s and I fear if I fall under their thumbs, I won’t make it out of here alive. There once was a sicko who lurked in the mist. He preyed on my soul baring a closed iron fist. His stare made me itch while his eyes locked me under his spell. But taking his hand may be my only escape from this hell.

I hated to play her... But she left me no choice with her betrayal. Star-crossed lovers doesn’t even begin to describe what happened seventeen years ago when I fell for the one girl I shouldn’t have. The forbidden. Our Rival. My enemy. Piper Collins. She was perfect, despite her family name. Too good to be true... too bad she was a snitch. Planted to infiltrate our club. I guess ripping my heart out was just a bonus. And when the truth was discovered, her and her family were dealt with in the only was my father knew. I buried my feelings, knowing I’d never see her again. But as I try to set my daughter on a new path, I walk straight into my past, and find myself face to face with Piper. And when I did, it all came roaring back. The love, the hate. She played me, and it was time for my pay back. Because now, I have a game and she’s the perfect pawn.

Cursed, mated, and in for the fight of their lives… Warlock Nate Hawthorne just wants a cup of coffee. Is that too much to ask? Apparently. Because instead of precious caffeine, all he gets is cursed by a pack of werewolves who want to use him for his magic. Now the only way to fix the damage is a mate bond to a grumpy and oh-so-sexy alpha in the rival pack, who happens to hate him. This is so not how he wanted to start his day. Ian Armitage never intended to take Nate as his mate. The Hawthorne family can’t be trusted. Ian knows that better than anyone. The fact that he’s lusted after the way-too-gorgeous man for years? Totally irrelevant. Ian’s just doing what is necessary to protect his pack. This whole mating arrangement has nothing to do with love and never will. That’s his story and he’s sticking to it. Nate and Ian will have to work together if they have any hope of staving off the pack’s enemies and averting disaster. That’s assuming they can stop arguing (and keep their hands off each other) long enough to save the day… The Alpha’s Warlock is an explicit M/M paranormal romance featuring a snarky warlock, a brooding alpha werewolf, knotting, enchanted socks (long story), and a guaranteed happily ever after.

Cool. Dismissive. Emotionally unavailable.That's how Luke Hunter's ex-girlfriends would describe him.And he would agree. Experience has taught him that being detached and not getting close to anyone are the only ways to survive. When the needy woman at the bar tells him all of her woes, he can become a good listening ear, but he can't do more than that.Except that back in New York, he can't seem to shake her off.Kay Sullivan's cousin married the city's hottest and most eligible bachelor, while she looked on, standing on the sidelines wishing she could have had someone like that.If a single mother riddled with debt can get her fairytale ending, why can't she?After all, Kay doesn't necessarily need the guy to be a billionaire.But it helps when he is.So when she discovers that the bartender she met on vacation is filthy rich, on top of being drop-dead gorgeous, it seems that she might have just found a fairytale ending of her own.Except that Luke Hunter doesn't want a relationship. He doesn't do dates.And he's not looking for love, either. She can handle it.She can. Because, like most women, she knows he'll change when he falls in love with her. And until that time, letting him use her is something she'll put up with. Because the sex is good, even if it's just a hookup. \\ The Hookup is a 110K sexy standalone contemporary romance with a HEA, no cheating, or cliffhangers. It is Book 2 in the Indecent Intentions series (a spin-off from The Billionaire's Love Story) \\

How many times does it take to destroy the world before you can save it? In 1986, physicist Timothy Straus hears voices that teach him how to create a space-warping engine that will change the world. In 2098, a fighter pilot hears voices that help him fight an authoritarian corporatist regime in the ashes of nuclear fallout. In 2155, the only self-aware robot on Mars struggles to steer humanity away from a demagogue who speaks from the shadows. Told through kaleidoscope storytelling across space and time, these three people are connected in ways they could never imagine. As they pull on the strings of the multiverse, what they can’t see is that every villain begins as a savior—every enemy starts as a friend. With the power to refract reality, will they learn that one person can’t save the people? That only the people can save the people?

A body in a lake. A castle on the ridge. Can she sweep the streets clean and restore her town’s legendary appeal?Camelot, West Virginia. Mayor Dreama Avalon longs to see her small town thrive again. And her noble cause begins by transforming her ailing community in the heart of coal country into a bustling tourist hotspot. But when a former beauty queen turns up dead, the determined widow fears a growing crime wave means her home will never reclaim its prosperous past. Appointing a brave newcomer as her new white knight police chief, Dreama discovers the troublemaker victim was already suspiciously planning her own funeral. But between medieval visions, hidden hillbilly secrets, and an opioid catastrophe, the vexed leader smells a puzzling plot more potent than the local moonshine. Can she crack this Rust Belt crisis before her hoped-for sightseers take an abrupt U-turn? Camelot West Virginia is the engaging first tale in the Camelot West Virginia cozy mystery series. If you like whip-smart heroines, tricky whodunits, and a colorful cast of characters, then you’ll love Cyn Mackley’s lighthearted riddle. Buy Camelot West Virginia to mine a mountain of clues today!\*Portions of this book were previously published in the novellas "The Lady in the Lake" & "Queen's Gambit."

Welcome to Gravestone... Where everyone has secrets and only the strongest will survive. A brand new dark bully romance trilogy from bestselling author Caitlyn Dare _Blood. Money. Power._ Are you ready to be initiated?

Librarian's Note: This is an alternate/new cover for ASIN B00JGWV3WW. Dear Diary, Leukemia’s been my life since I was eleven. Now, six years later, I want my life back. Only I’m not sure what that is. The test results came back today. 22,000. Which means I’m officially out of remission—again. I have three options: 1) Another round of chemo. 2) A super-new experimental drug. 3) Dump it all—forget the meds and treatments and enjoy the time I have left. I think I know what I want. Then, in walks Damian, changing everything. I mean, everything… He’s got his own set of issues. It binds us together, you know? We understand what it’s like to lose what matters most in seconds. Still, the last thing I need is to have someone else to crush if I can’t fight hard enough. And the last thing he needs is someone else to grieve. Never mind. I’m down to two options now. Somehow I know that whichever one I choose, the result will be the same. With the sand in my hourglass seeping to the bottom, I hope there’s enough left to show Damian that life’s worth living. Worth fighting for. Worth dying for. Love Always, Kate

A dark psychological suspense thriller Hell hath no fury like a MOTHER scorned. From the writer of MInE, Underneath, and Save Her, comes another dark and twisted tale. CARLA Marcus Bull. Unremarkable. Unhinged. Un…stoppable? He made my daughter's life, my life, a living hell and got away with it. Broke the rules and stayed smug, hiding behind his tiny tribe, like he was untouchable. I hate him with a passion. It's the only emotion I have left. Hatred. And while the police said they could do nothing, I realised that I could do something. Because they taught me, indirectly, how to exact my vengeance. They say hell hath no fury like a woman scorned. Make that woman a mother and hell shall look like a pilot light, against a mother’s inferno. And a mother who no longer has her child? A woman with nothing to lose? Satan would bow to her. WARNING: 18+ contains dark themes

Sometimes, I wish I weren't a Hawke...especially because I'm in love with one. Years of living on the streets taught me one hard lesson… Don’t trust anyone. People are inherently bad and will do bad things any chance they get. So, when the Hawkes took me under their wings… I put up walls so high that no one could ever climb over them. Most stopped trying. It was the way I liked it. Locked away in my own little world. Protected from anything that could hurt me. But the very person I try so hard to keep out is the only one I want to let in. I dream about her touch. Crave her in a way I have no right to. She’s my best friend’s older sister. No matter what…I have to keep my hands off Angelina... Because she's a Hawke. Reticent Hawke is the second book in The Hawke Family Second Generation Series from USA Today Bestselling Author Gwyn McNamee. Grab this angsty forbidden, billionaire, reverse age gap, best friend’s older sister, contemporary romance about a broken man, an older woman, a danger neither of them sees coming, and desire neither of them can deny.

A wounded divorcee, a grieving widower, and the rescue dog who shows them that second chances do exist. Emma Wright’s world came crashing down when her husband blindsided her with divorce papers on their anniversary and left her for a younger woman. Starting over at forty, she moves into a quaint beachfront cottage on the other side of Hadley Cove with her beloved rescue dog, Riley. But just as she’s picking up the shattered pieces to her life, Riley goes missing. Meanwhile, in Chicago, widowed father Luke Grayson vows to repair the strained relationship with his teenage son, Jeremiah. In search of new beginnings, he moves them to the picturesque small coastal town of Hadley Cove, Georgia. While they're getting settled, an unexpected visitor arrives at their doorstops, and seems to believe this is his home. As destiny weaves Emma and Luke’s paths together in unforeseen ways, their lives will change forever. Will they find the courage to open their fragile hearts to a second chance at love? Or will the scars of the past keep them from their happily ever after?

The past tore them apart. After a terrible accident took everything from Callie Stewart, enrolling at Blairwood University is supposed to be a chance at a new beginning. Living his best life, Hayden Watson, star wide receiver for the Blairwood Ravens, is heading straight for the NFL draft and nothing is going to stand in his way. The present brings them together. Their paths were never supposed to cross, but when they do, all those old demons and feelings come rushing back. Hayden thinks he knows all about Callie’s life before Blairwood and he’s not ready to let go of the past, much less forgive her for what she has done three years ago. One thing’s for sure… it’s going to take more than a kiss to conquer their broken past. Note: Kiss To Conquer is an enemies-to-lovers sports romance and it can be read as a standalone novel.

Some moments define the trajectory of your life. Grace Shelton has experienced her fair share of loss and trauma, but moving to Blairwood is her chance for a new beginning. For Trent Remington, going to college is a chance to break free of his overprotective parents and finally play basketball. Some moments will change it forever. When Grace collides into Trent by accident, she sees the last person she ever expected to find - the boy that’s been haunting her dreams for the past two years. Trent might belong to another girl, but he can’t seem to get the redhead with the sad eyes out of his mind no matter how hard he tries. Together, they might risk everything for a chance at love, but will a kiss be enough to make him remember?

Looks. I’ve got in spades. Money. I’ve got it coming out of my ears. Power. I’m CEO of a large investment bank in Texas. Do I need to say more? Too bad there’s something missing. My MC brothers keep me grounded, but I’m swimming in a sea of loneliness. One cold, rainy night, I pull over to help a stranded motorist and get the shock of my life. My soulmate has been living right under my nose for months, yet we’ve never crossed paths. Unfortunately, meeting her sends my mind reeling and my charming personality is nowhere to be found. When I end up insulting my gorgeous, curvy girl, she puts me in my place and walks away. She might be determined to write me off as another conceited jerk, but I’ll do whatever it takes to make her mine. Even if I have to fight a little dirty. These wealthy Texans have it all—Money, looks, power, their MC and brothers. The only thing missing is someone to share it all with. There’s a shortage of eligible ladies in town but these determined men won’t let that slow them down. These MC brothers are going to turn the town of Silver Spoon Falls, Texas, on its ear looking for their curvy, soulmates. Nichole Rose and Loni Ree are bringing you the Silver Spoon MC and this isn’t your typical MC romance series. Nichole and Loni like to keep things light. Come along with us on this wild instalove ride.

From New York Times Bestseller Mimi Jean Pamfiloff comes a Horribly Sunny Mystery, The Librarian’s Vampire Assistant. NOBODY MESSES WITH HIS LIBRARIAN. . . Who killed Michael Vanderhorst’s maker? It’s a darn good question. But when the trail brings Michael to hellishly sunny Phoenix, Arizona, his biggest problem soon becomes a cute little librarian he can’t seem to stay away from. He’s never met a bigger danger magnet! Even her book cart has it out for her. And is that the drug cartel following her around, too? “Dear God, woman! What have you gotten yourself into?” Things go from bad to worse when local vampires won’t play nice. Can this four-hundred-year-old vampire keep his librarian safe and himself out of hot water? Can he bring his maker’s killer to justice? Yesterday, he would’ve said yes. But yesterday, he didn’t have a strange connection with a librarian. Yesterday, people weren’t trying to kill her.

Independence is the most important thing to LA…but can she live with herself if her freedom ends up costing her family their lives? She’d watched a friend succumb to the smothering control of another magical user. She’d made a promise to herself it would never happen to her. For centuries her family has worn the badge of Familiar proudly, serving a long line of powerful Witches and becoming as formidable as the ones they served. But LA doesn’t believe she needs a Familiar alliance to be strong. Until people she cares about begin disappearing…turning up dead. Until a powerful and handsome male Witch walks into her life and forges an inadvertent magic bond while trying to save her life. Now she finds herself in exactly the position she never wanted. But she quickly realizes she can’t save her friends and family alone. So it comes down to losing her independence or watching everyone she cares about die. Will LA find a way to keep her independence and still save the people she cares about most? Or will her burning need for freedom be the cause of their deaths?

Newly divorced Kate just wants a quiet life with her son Charlie now that she’s single. She’s not looking for love, but then an old schoolfriend turns up on her doorstep out of the blue. He’s not just Joe anymore, he’s world-famous rock star Joseph Wild. And he’s looking to rent one of Kate’s cozy converted barns so he can hide out from the paparazzi after his own break-up. Joseph is just the same sweet, funny boy that Kate remembers, only now he’s more than a little bit sexy! He comes round for dinner every night and gets on wonderfully with Charlie. But he couldn’t possibly be interested in Kate, could he . . . ? Soon the pair realize the strength of their attraction for each other—it feels like they’re meant to be. But then Joseph’s ex-wife shows up and spoils everything. Can Joseph leave behind his glamorous lifestyle—and his murky past—and settle for a quiet life with Kate in the Devon countryside? If the couple are truly meant to be, Kate must convince Joseph that she’s the one for him.

In 1919 South London, Harry Stubbs is freshly out of the army and dreams of glory as an up-and-coming heavyweight boxer. Afraid of nothing, one night Harry carelessly takes on a dare to explore a disused amusement park attraction. The fake mine is said to be haunted by something with a craving for human blood, and what follows is stranger and more dangerous than Harry could ever have dreamed. But the horrifying truth does not emerge until a chance encounter years later in a waxwork museum...

FOR ALL THE EVERYDAY HEROINES OVER FORTY WHO KNOW IT'S NOT TOO LATE FOR MAGIC! If you can imagine yourself as a romantic and adventurous woman in midlife, who's come into her power and ready to claim a slice for herself, this Paranormal Women's Fiction book is for you. The day after my forty-third birthday, my husband announced he was trading me in. His words, not mine. The news was unwelcome at the time, but honestly? I needed a good goosing to get up and find my way to the door. So. I was freed from the manual of expectations authored by my ex that had, over the years, grown into an encyclopedia of what a wife "should" be and do. The freedom was the good news. The flip side was less happy. Due to living in a state not friendly to discarded wives, I was also relieved of the financial 'security' I'd spent a lifetime accruing. Starting over? I didn't plan on it. Didn't see it coming. But pulling a sheet over my head and waiting for the end didn't seem like my style. Granted. I wasn't sure what my style was because I hadn't thought about freedom of expression since I was twenty. I'd never been a fan of optimistic adages like 'it's not too late', but that was before my life was divided into two parts; everything that came before the mysterious package and everything after. Fate shot me with a lightning bolt of attitude adjustment and thrust me head first into an adventure that was unforeseeable to say the least. If you'd told me what my life was going to be like, I would have used every synonym for crazy you've ever heard. I 'inherited' a curious antique store in a tiny, picturesque English village where the world of fae magic lives side by side with the mundane. But that's far from all. Eight times a year, I receive magical dignitaries and magical lowborn alike and mediate their disputes; some comical, some deadly serious. It may be too late for super shiny hair, going without a bra, or sleeping eight hours without a potty break. But it seems that it's not too late for navigating magical politics, expatriating, romance, and saving the world.

An alternate cover edition can be found here and here. She’s made him an offer he can’t refuse – or can he? Cody Mitchell has been planning a hot little love affair with his best friend’s widow – the woman he’s wanted for three long years. But he finds Melanie’s acceptance comes with outrageous conditions. She considers him a stallion with suitable bloodlines, but Cody had a no-strings, no-kids fling in mind. Mel wants his DNA every bit as much as she wants his desirable body, so who will win this battle of the bedroom – the handsome pilot or the feisty airline heiress? WARNING: Hot pilot, willing widow, very high stakes. This passionate love story is part of Kris Pearson's 'Wicked in Wellington' series. It's set in Wellington, New Zealand, and the beautiful harbor is almost another character in the cast. It's a friends-to-lovers story, and a workplace romance - the progression of two people who were deeply attracted the moment they met, but had to resist the fierce pull or hurt someone they both loved. There's wealth and ambition, and plenty of Fifty Shades of Grey red-hot sex - as the reviews assure you. But will Melanie achieve what she wants? Will Cody give her the gift she craves? Come for a 'holiday' Downunder and enjoy a summertime Christmas in a beautiful location with two people hell-bent on happiness.

Revenge on my ex for cheating is the perfect way to spend this vacation. Enacting that revenge with his three handsome, raunchy brothers sounds even better. We broke off the engagement on good terms, good enough that my ex invited me to join his annual family vacation. But after he bullies me into pretending we’re still together and I find out he was cheating on me, I’m about to hop on the next flight home. Until his sweet, playful brother, Connor, picks us up at the airport, looking hotter than ever, and a filthy idea starts to form. Hooking up with one of my ex’s brothers seems like a fitting payback. All three of his brothers taking turns with me? It seems too good to be true, but they keep insisting they’ll do anything to give me the rough lovin’ I crave. But what started as revenge is turning into something as sweet as it is filthy, and I’m starting to imagine an unusual, beautiful future for us beyond this wild vacation fantasy. This short, spicy romance has forbidden love, polyamory, safe and consensual BDSM, and a sweet HEA ending.

She’s looking for a fresh start. But with eerie noises in the night and murder most foul, can she keep from going down for a crime she didn’t commit?Skye Brigid O’Shea is desperate for an escape. Losing big in a nasty divorce and taking the fall for a patient’s death, the stressed-out thirty-two-year-old jumps at the chance to move to Ireland after inheriting her grandmother’s B&B. But the nosy American quickly lands back in hot water when she investigates unearthly howls and discovers the disagreeable local she argued with earlier stone-cold dead. Named as the prime suspect, Skye finds herself relying on the constable’s wife and the cryptic clues from her gran’s talking black cat to clear her name. But when her ancestor’s diary points to a supernatural culprit, the ex-nurse isn’t sure if she’s cracked the case or lost her mind. Can this novice detective overcome a rival pub owner, a dogged policeman, and a thick web of ancient myths to stay out of the slammer? Bogs, Brews, and Banshees is the charming first book in the Skye O'Shea paranormal cozy mystery series. If you like amateur sleuths, fish out of water, and sídhe sidekicks, then you’ll love Rowan Dillon’s snarkalicious whodunit. Buy Bogs, Brews, and Banshees to peek behind the veil today!

Ever have one of those days that go so badly you want to crawl back into bed and start over? You'd think running into a famous movie star in our small Texas town would make it a good day. Yeah... not when I do it. You see, in Matt's case, I don't just run into him. I knock him to the ground and fall on top of him and smash his lungs. All that, before I even recognize him. Yeah, I may do dumb things, but at least I do it in a spectacular way. Just one more reason I'll never find true love! Avoiding him seems like the logical choice, but life has other plans. Turns out, I'm supposed to play matchmaker for him and my Gramma's client. So, here I am, stuck on a ranch for the entire summer while they film a movie. Oh, and did I mention I'm also babysitting Matt's adorable four-year-old son? Yeah, I see Matt every day. He's a hot, celebrity superstar, and I'm a small-town high school English teacher. He's so far out of my league he's in a different solar system. I mean, he'd never be interested in someone like me—unless he's secretly harboring a death wish. Falling for him would be the dumbest thing I ever did. A sure way to get my heart broken. But you know me, I have a habit of doing dumb things. GeeBee and Gramma are at it again! You'll love this single dad, celebrity, forced proximity, cowboy romance from USA Today bestselling author, Tamie Dearen.

He took me captive. Now I own his black heart. Damian Cross, the most feared man at Ashford University, claimed me as his latest sacrifice. There is no escape for a good girl like me. Not from the wealthy heir to Ashford’s most elite secret society–The Four Hundred. "You’re mine now," he vows, his touch searing through every wall I try to build. "And I’ll destroy anyone who dares to touch what belongs to me." I’m a pastor’s daughter who’s spent her life following every rule. Good. Pure. Perfect. He’s the ruthless prince who bends the world to his will. Cruel. Cunning. Dark. I should hate him. But there’s something in the way he watches me—like I’m the only thing holding him together—that shatters every defense I have. When love is born in darkness, it doesn’t just burn. It consumes. He may be a prince, but I have all the power.

Everyone knows not to mix business and pleasure. Don’t they? Entrepreneur Ryan Michaels never loses. Well, except that time, a few years ago when he lost a promotion to spoiled rich girl, Charlotte “Charlie” Ray. Now he’s forced to hire his nemesis to secure funding to develop a string of luxury boutique hotels. Not only does she not fit his corporate vision, but she’s too damn attractive for her own good. And his. Working as VP of Sales and Marketing for a luxury hotel is Charlie’s dream job. Too bad her boss is Ryan Michaels, the same pompous stick-in-the-mud that she remembers. If he tells her that this project is his legacy one more time, she might scream. Or maybe kissing him will get him to shut up? Because that’s the other thing. The sizzling attraction between Ryan and Charlie is impossible to ignore. But everyone knows not to mix business and pleasure. Don’t they? \\Hotel King is the first book in award-winning and USA Today bestselling author Claire Marti's new spin off contemporary romance series, California Suits. The series will follow the adventures of five best friends who are opening a string of luxury boutique hotels from La Jolla to Monterey to Beverly Hills as each one finds true love…usually where he least expects it.

Sometimes love needs a helping hand… She needs to discover the truth by unraveling the past. He’s intent on filling in the missing links on his family tree. When they both end up researching the early 1800s, will history get in the way of the future? All Sarah’s life, stories had been told—handed down from generation to generation. Captain Tremont had gone to his watery grave committing a crime…bootlegging. But a message discovered in her grandmother’s trunk addressed to her great-grandfather six times removed, leads Sarah to believe there is another explanation. Blake is delivering a load of antiques to the local B&B when a gorgeous woman just about knocks him off his feet—literally and figuratively. An antique lamp gets broken and the air is rife with tension, but when they meet again at the library, Blake offers to team up in their research efforts by way of apology. Strictly business of course. But as they wind their way through history, it would seem there are some strange things happening when the resident spirit gets involved. Will the truth bring them happiness or drive them apart forever?

Bailey Even from afar, you could feel it: the man's ever-present, effortless charm, looks, and for lack of a better word, swagger. Everyone—and by everyone, I meant every female at Havelin—had speculated about his personal life. We all knew he had two sons, but what about a wife? Not that I cared. I was the VP of Quality, a widow, and a mother raising two teenage daughters. Love was the last thing on my mind. Fox She was staggeringly beautiful. And she didn’t know it. Not a clue. Even more frightening: I liked so much more about her than her looks. Not that it mattered. I was the CEO of a Fortune 500 company, and she was the VP of Quality. Love was the last thing on my mind.

When you hear about deathbed confessions, you think of life advice, expressions of love, or heartfelt apologies. That wasn’t the case for me. My father used his last breath to tell me I’d never make it in my field of work. How could I be enough for anyone when I wasn’t enough for him? I should quit while I’m ahead he said. His words lit the torch to be the best Sports Journalist I could be. To make it to the top would mean I proved him wrong on this side of the grave. When my boss offers me the opportunity of a lifetime, I jump in with both feet. I enlist the help of The Tampa Bay Hawks Hockey team, who I’m covering this season, to help me pull off the event my future depends on. Finding a group of people who accept me as I am in the process wasn’t in the plans, neither was falling for the man with a pure heart, kind smile, and demons that rival my own. When push comes to shove, can we pull this off or will we all drown?

Travis Holt thought he could outrun his past. Abby Westwood barely escaped an attack at her apartment, and now she’s on the run. Her only refuge? Misty Mountain, a remote and wild place tied to the secrets of her brother’s death. Desperate for answers, she seeks out the one man who might hold them, Travis Holt. Once a Navy SEAL, now a recluse hidden deep in the Rockies, Travis has spent years burying his demons beneath the snow-covered silence of Misty Mountain. But when Abby arrives, his world fractures. She’s the little sister of the man he swore to protect. And she’s being hunted. Abby never believed the official story behind her brother’s death. Her search for the truth leads her straight into the arms of the one man her brother told her to find. But Travis is nothing like she expected, colder than the mountain air, harder than the steel resolve in his storm-gray eyes. And yet, when danger comes knocking, he becomes her shield, her protector…her only chance at survival. Snowed in together, the heat between them burns hotter than the fire in his cabin. As deadly enemies close in, Travis must decide, stay in the shadows and let Abby go, or fight back and claim what’s his. Because the past isn’t done with them. And this time, Travis Holt isn’t running. For fans of rugged mountain men, pulse-pounding suspense, and sizzling romance, Shadow of Misty Mountain is a gripping tale of danger, desire, and unbreakable bonds. The small Colorado town of Misty Mountain appears to be a peaceful, perfect haven. Beneath the surface, however, it’s brimming with secrets, love, and undeniable chemistry. Get ready for steamy encounters at the rustic Hollow Tree Inn, forbidden rendezvous under Whispering Falls, strangers with dark histories, and locals with unspoken desires. In Misty Mountain, love isn’t just complicated—it’s downright explosive. Join 12 of your favorite contemporary romance authors for this steamy mountain man series!

My jerk of a boss is getting married today. Imagine my surprise when I found out that the bride-to-be is me. Graham Locke is cocky, condescending, and looks sinfully sexy wrapped in a thousand dollar suit. He’s also a nightmare to work for. When he sends me a text message asking me to meet him because he’s getting married, I laugh out loud. Who would marry him? It turns out I do. I literally marry my boss. It’s not for love. I can’t say it’s entirely for money, but that does factor into my decision to become Mrs. Locke for ninety days. Three months will fly by, right? Wrong. Within twenty four hours, I’m counting the seconds until I can go back to being Trina Shaw. I persevere because I’m not one to give up even though I seriously consider it. It doesn’t take long before I discover that my husband isn’t the man I thought he was. The secrets he keeps hidden close to his heart may end up breaking mine.

A European best-seller since 1954, finally in English. An extraordinary tale set in an extraordinary land.The archives of one the oldest Spanish cities in the Americas, Cumaná, in today's Venezuela, record a strange of a European renegade named Yan/John/ who in the early eighteenth century "went native" and rose to prominence as a military commander among the Orinoco Indians. His name was John Bober. He was a third-generation Polish-American from Virginia. And his adventure began as a castaway on an uninhabited island off the Spanish Main. This is his story. Arkady Fielder (1894-1985) was a Polish writer, journalist, and adventurer. He wrote 32 books translated into 23 languages. He traveled broadly but had a special attachment to the region of the Orinoco where he returned repeatedly, and to the Arawak Indians of the delta from whom he first heard the tale of the the White Jaguar.

Telegram For Mrs. Mooney is the first installment in a WWII mystery, adventure series. With only a telegram to guide him, Tommy Mooney leaves his New York home in search of his big brother Jack, a Royal Air Force Spitfire pilot missing in Nazi-occupied Europe. Joining him on the search is Daphne, Jack's 18-year old British fiancée. Hope turns to foreboding as it begins to look as though the two are being deceived by the Gestapo—used in a plot to expose a Resistance network created to help downed airmen evade capture. “What a bleeding conundrum,” says Daphne, as it becomes clear that by continuing the search for Jack, they risk the lives of many like him—as well as their own.

"Great fantasy that deserves recognition" - Reedsy Discovery. On the edge of war, three soldiers must face what it means to belong and what it costs to survive. Leonard has spent his life training to earn his place in the legendary Ravenblood Pact, desperate to prove his worth to the only family he’s ever known. At his side is Saran, grounded and unyielding, fighting just as hard to protect those who matter. Watching over them both is Darum, a scarred veteran whose quiet discipline hides deeper wounds. When a routine mission on the border turns violent, the trio is thrown into a world of shifting loyalties, dangerous magic, and old scars that refuse to heal. Bonds are tested, trust is hard-won, and every step forward seems to reveal more about what they truly owe to each other, and to themselves. As threats close in from both outside and within, Leonard, Saran, and Darum must decide how far they’re willing to go, and what parts of themselves they’re willing to risk, to protect what matters most. Shadows in the Stone is a story of friendship, burden, legacy and the hard choices that shape us, where courage is forged not by prophecy or destiny, but by the people who fight beside you. While this is the first part of a duology, Shadows in the Stone delivers a complete, character-driven arc

SOW is the sequel to HARVEST. When a mercenary group of vampires discover there is a true Druid Queen within their grasp, they begin targeting Druid females in the region in the hopes of capturing their prize, Holly. Beau doesn't remember his past and finds out in a startling climax of protection what he truly is and how that will change his life forever. Aubree is living an independent college existence until she feels the pull of her lineage come full circle in an impossible summons of genetics. Can the Reapers protect their Queen, gather the undiscovered Druid females to their inner sanctum and squelch the threat of a new breed of vampire predators?

She’s got one last chance to save her career. He’s got one last chance to save his ranch. And neither is prepared for the sparks that fly when their worlds collide. Roxanne Denning was once a fearless travel journalist, but after a life-changing accident, she barely leaves her New York apartment. Now she’s on thin ice with her magazine, and her boss has given her an uncover the story of a lifetime or she’s out. Her new assignment? Spend the summer on a ranch in Colorado—the last place she ever expected to return to. Duke Faraday built Firebird Ranch from the ground up, creating a sanctuary for veterans looking for a place to heal. When funding vanishes and the ranch’s future is at risk, the last thing he needs is a skeptical writer who doesn’t believe in what he’s built. Roxanne is a distraction he doesn’t need but resisting her turns out to be harder than any battle he’s ever fought. As Duke wrestles his demons and Roxanne lowers her walls, their clashes spark a slow-burn connection neither of them saw coming. But summer in the mountains doesn’t last forever and when the season ends, each of them must decide whether to stay rooted in what’s safe or risk everything for a dangerous kind of love. Will they make the climb or let the mountains divide them forever?

She tends the heart of a small town He thrives in the limelight One love spell changes everything When fantasy becomes real, desire turns dangerous Sarah Pines has done it! Ethan James—the devastatingly handsome A-list actor she once knew in Hollywood—has optioned her film script and promises to turn it into a cultural sensation. The caravan arrives—the director, the casting agent, and stars—bringing a whirlwind of chaos, commerce, and cameras to Sierra Pines. At the Izarra Tavern, Sarah’s best friend, Mimi Echeverría, keeps the town’s stories alive and reads Tarot during slow afternoons. When Sarah asks her to help welcome the film crew with traditional Basque catering, Mimi meets Ethan, whose on-set romances are notoriously part of his process. She only means to give a gentle nudge—a small love charm—but instead unleashes a desire she can’t control. As the consequences unfold, Mimi must face the true cost of real magic, and decide whether love can survive once the spell is broken. "Careful what you wish for." —Ethan James, Hollywood Actor

A phonecall in the middle of the night changes Rob MacLaine's future. The seasoned, battle-hardened ex-Special Forces operative is summoned back to his family home on Achravie, west coast of Scotland. He has had no contact with his past after his father sent him away at the age of sixteen. But now, Rob is back on Achravie - back to face his past and encounter friends and enemies alike. What he doesn't expect is an explosive reunion with his older brother, and the dark secrets that shroud his childhood home. Together with his girlfriend Justine, can they unravel the mystery of Hillcrest Estate?

Return to the Galaxy – Winner of the London Book Festival 2025 (Science Fiction) The Humans Are Coming. The Galaxy Better Be Ready. The astonishing truth? The human race didn’t evolve on Earth. Ewan Scott was a dying SAS veteran, until a 300-year-old alien AI Avatar offered him a second rebirth in a bio-engineered body, fitter, stronger, and movie-star handsome. His mission? Reunite humanity with its parent civilization, the Saret Federation, before merciless enemies erase all life on Earth. Frigate Captain Velal, haunted by her past and bound by impossible orders, fights to save what’s left of her civilization. As worlds fall to alien invasion and nuclear fire, the ancient monsters she dreads are hunting for Earth. An ancient empire falls to betrayal. A merciless enemy closes in. Earth lies defenseless. Its last hope a flawed hero reborn, and a woman who will fight until the stars go dark.Join Ewan, Velal, and wise-cracking Jera in an epic, fast-paced space opera packed – Savage interstellar war – Planetary colonization – Special Forces warfare – Found alien tech – The secrets of a dying empire If you love John Scalzi, Craig Alanson, and David Weber, the epic scale of Peter F. Hamilton, and the military brilliance of Elizabeth Moon Grab your copy now!

Forced into a mind that isn’t his own. Devoted family man Noah Alderson struggles to support his wife and kids. Tragically dying in a car crash, he wakes up alone in a cheap motel room with no memory, and a note naming him simply—Murphy. When he’s attacked by two thugs, he’s shocked to discover he’s not what he used to be. He’s developed a new set of skills. Caught in a deadly race to hunt down the truth, he slips in and out of consciousness, never knowing where he’ll end up or what he has become. After he comes in contact with a pair of mysterious strangers, he learns of a sinister project that could cost him his life… again. Can he expose the mind-bending plot that controls his world before he ends up permanently erased? Will he find out who – or what – he’s become before it’s too late? The Unstable One is the first book in this breathtaking near-future thriller series. If you like action-packed twists and turns you won't be able to put down the addictive Markus Murphy series.

I planned for keg stands, kisses, and sorority recruitment. Nowhere in my plans did I anticipate Greyson Jansen, Viking-looking god and campus playboy. Before Grey, my dreams were centered around my future and opening a restaurant after graduation. But from the moment we met, Grey consumed me. My dreams, my thoughts, my body, my heart, they were all his. Not everyone is happy about our budding romance, though. Some will stop at nothing to prevent it. Lilies in Autumn is book one of the Marymount University series but can be read as a stand-alone novel. 18+. This book contains graphic sexual scenes and references to eating disorders, disordered eating, body dysphoria, graphic violence, fertility, and conception. Please, take care of yourself and your well-being when reading.

Agatha Christie’s And Then There Were None meets The Gilded Age in this delicious, suspenseful murder mystery. When Lady Emma Grace Hastings receives a much-coveted invitation to the most auspicious Christmas party of the season—one that comes with a 10,000 pound prize for the winner of a mysterious game—she cannot believe her good fortune. But as the guests are assembled at Mistlethwaite Manor, the chilling intent of the game is revealed. Each guest has cause for alarm, because all of them have secrets, and to win the prize money, those secrets must be exposed. Things take a sinister turn when Emma Grace finds herself caught between her old love and her soon-to-be betrothed. Suspicions abound, and old wounds are opened. The dead body in the study does not help. Nor does the raging winter storm that prevents escape from the manor. Emma Grace must battle her heart, use her wits, and put her sleuthing skills to the test to survive the weekend alive. Because there is a murderer among them. And no one with secrets is safe.

When secrets are buried, bodies are next. When a man from Dieter Bergheim’s past shows up demanding payback for a decades-old betrayal, Dieter refuses to budge. Days later, a break-in at his brother’s ranch leaves one man dead and a stash of cash exposed. And Noble County deputy Adam Cash is called in to investigate. A combat veteran with his own ghosts to silence, Cash uncovers a pile of a mysterious hole in a workshop floor, a murder weapon with no clear owner, $1.4 million gone missing, and a suspect list longer than a Texas highway. With the past clawing its way into the present and the body count rising, Cash must track a killer who’s getting bolder by the day. But when the murderer breaks into his home, Cash has to face the truth—he might not be chasing the killer. He might be the next target. A buried past. A stolen fortune. A relentless deputy. And a killer who’s getting too close. Murder Creek is the third gripping installment in the Adam Cash Mystery Series, perfect for fans of Craig Johnson, C.J. Box, and gritty small-town thrillers with big stakes. Award-winning Texas author Jeff Kerr delivers his most personal and high-stakes novel yet—packed with authentic characters, razor-sharp twists, and the spirit of the modern West. \\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\_ Praise for the Adam Cash Mystery ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Jeff Kerr is the master of red herrings and unexpected, twisted endings. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ A great whodunnit set in a not so sleepy small town in Texas. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Mayberry Meets Fargo. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ So many suspects and no real evidence. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Jeff Kerr is the master of red herrings and unexpected, twisted endings.

Mass Extinction isn't what it used to be… Dr. Ina Adama is a time travelling ecologist. Sent back 66 million years to the Late Cretaceous period, her mission is to investigate the extinction of the dinosaurs. Why did behemoths like tyrannosaurs and titanosaurs die out when other animals such as frogs, crocodiles and birds did not? Despite some close encounters with sharp teeth and vicious claws, Dr. Adama's research is progressing well. Until the impossible occurs; another human being falls from the sky. And he has some very, very bad news. Extant is a sci-fi novella and is the first book of the Extant series.

An action-packed military space opera featuring explosive space battles and heroes worth rooting for. One man must lead the charge in the name of humanity. Major Ethan Irons thought surviving Earth's near-extinction event was the pinnacle of disaster, but when the remnants of humanity are catapulted into a galactic conflict beyond their wildest nightmares, he's plunged into an unimaginable odyssey. Armed with nothing but his wits, a sardonic AI companion, and unlikely alliances with enigmatic alien species, he must navigate the treacherous waters of intergalactic politics and warfare. Can Ethan and his ragtag band of survivors rekindle the flame of hope for humanity? Echoes of Extinction will transport you to a richly detailed universe filled with complex alien cultures, advanced technologies, characters so real you'll feel their triumphs and losses as your own, and plot twists you'll never see coming. Don't miss out on the most exhilarating space adventure of the year. Download Echoes of Extinction now and join the battle for the galaxy!

William Warrick is pure evil, and also my husband. Be careful what you write on a Taco Bell napkin in high school. Committing to a marriage pact beside a Mild sauce stain normally isn’t contractually binding. Unless, of course, your signature winds up next to the signature of a future billionaire CEO, who is 100% serious, 100% certifiably grumpy, and 100% the kind of person to make 30-day Valentine activities at his fancy office building mandatory. Let’s just say, Liam’s secret stuffed animal collection can attest to his obsession with cute things; according to him, I’m the cutest thing he’s ever seen; and, now that the napkin terms are met, I’m his. All. His. For at least one year. Unwillfully Wed to My Valentine is a closed-door romantic comedy with plenty of swoon and sizzle, but none of the spice. Welcome to the first novel in the EverStorm universe, featuring marriage pacts, he falls first, and forced proximity.

My brother’s best friend is in love with me. Or so he says. Fortunately, even with only 15% of workable eyesight, I can see right through his irritating charms. He may have fooled our coworkers, family, and friends with his nonsense, but he can’t fool me. Unfortunately, when our CEO condones the organization of a 30-day mandatory Valentine event, I’m stuck with William Ivan Delimar Hart—a man who bedazzles walkie talkies and calls our boss twinsie. Somehow this is the man that’s going to help me keep my job. As much as I don’t like it, the math is either I rely on Will, or I face professional death. Let Operation Countdown to Valentine’s Day begin. Unwillfully Tied to My Valentine is a closed-door romantic comedy with plenty of swoon and sizzle, but none of the spice. Welcome to the second novel in the EverStorm universe, featuring disability rep, office romance, and forced proximity.

Telekinesis, noun The psychic ability to move objects without physically touching them. A blatant disregard for the laws of physics. An interesting way to screw up your career (see also ‘flammable’) Amy Matthews is proud of being one of the youngest ever doctors of particle physics. Her life in Oxford is just about perfect – well, except for colleagues who won’t take her seriously, a pushy megacorporation trying to ‘buy’ her department and her inability to teach a class without the equipment mysteriously bursting into flames. But everything is normal, right? Amy is certain she can’t be causing all those electrical fires. A volatile encounter with a troubled stranger and a rash of mysterious deaths across the city send Amy tumbling down a path she thought she’d left in the past. Forced to admit she has no control over her growing psychic abilities, Amy pitches herself into a life and death struggle against a dangerous entity. She must master her long neglected talent or pay the ultimate price. An inhuman presence hunts the city’s sleeping inhabitants. A creature which creeps in by night…and feeds. But how can Amy hope to survive when she can’t stop breaking the laws of physics? Slice of Death is the first book in the pulse-pounding Harker & Blackthorn series. If you like snarky heroines, thrilling mysteries, shadowy scientific organisations and enigmatic creatures, you’ll love this kickass urban fantasy adventure series.

Some debts can’t be paid in coin. Asura Polit was expelled from the Athenaeum for her obsession with forbidden soul-magic, but she’d do it again in a heartbeat. Her twin brothers are dying—collateral in a soul-debt their father left behind—and the Penumbral Courts are coming to collect. Her last chance is to strike a bargain with the same shadowy organization who cursed them… even if it costs her soul. Varo Catarain is a soul-debt collector, bound by blood and contract to the Courts he despises. Sixteen years ago, he sacrificed everything to save his sister, only to watch her fade into a husk of who she was. Now he reaps debts for the same corrupt system that ruined them both. When he’s ordered to gain Asura’s trust and steal her father’s research, he expects defiancé. He doesn’t expect to care. She wants to save her brothers. He wants to keep her alive. But the deeper they delve into her father’s secrets, and into each other, the more impossible their bond becomes. She was meant to outwit him. He was meant to use her. Instead, they’re about to burn the world down together. The Soul Debt is the first book in a steamy, dark romantasy series. If you like morally gray characters, enemies-to-lovers, slow burn romance, and fast-paced fantasy, you'll love The Soul Debt Collector series. The Courts always collect.

Welcome to Deadman’s Beach. Where hot summer nights and even hotter bikers await to melt your heart and ignite your fantasies. Grab a helmet and hold on tight because the Saint’s Outlaws MC loves as hard as they ride. At twenty-six, my life is just getting started. I’m not ready to become President, but when my father is taken out, I have no choice. The club is counting on me to lead. I sew on my old man’s patch and make a vow to protect his legacy and a brother I never saw coming. There’s no room for mistakes. War’s blood runs through my veins and I’ll take out anyone who gets in my way. Blood & Ash is the prequel to Blood & Honey

_I’ve fought fires my whole damn life. But nothing’s ever burned me like her._ Grace Delaney should’ve been off-limits. My best friend’s daughter. Twenty years younger. Sweet as sugar and too damn innocent for the things I’ve done. But when wildfire season rolls in and she collapses from an asthma attack in the woods, I do the only thing I know—protect. I carry her to my cabin. Away from the smoke. The chaos. The danger. Now we’re trapped in this cabin with too many memories, too little space, and one bed I’m trying like hell not to imagine her in. She brings light into my shadows and makes this place feel like a home. But there’s no future for us. Not in this town. Not with our past. And when the smoke clears, we both have choices to make. I promised her dad, I’d look out for her. I never meant for us to cross that line. Now, she looks at me like we could have forever. But she deserves someone who isn’t afraid of being burned. Sheltered By The Forbidden Mountain Man is a forced proximity, dad’s best friend, age gap romance with a grumpy Mountain Man carpenter, and the sunshine-filled woman who heals his burned edges. This book is the prequel to the Eden Hunter Brothers series and can be read as a standalone with a guaranteed HEA.

All SIX dirty talking Walk of Shame male entertainers in one e-book for the first time ever! “You don’t come to Walk of Shame unless you’re looking to fulfill your darkest, wildest fantasies. This place is dirty. The boys are dirty and addictive…” Slade: The SEX ADDICT. I’ve been told it’s a problem. I see it as a passion... something that I’m good at. And who stops something that they’re good at? Hemy: The HEARTBREAKER I’ve hurt the one person that means the most to me in life; the only woman I have ever loved. I let the drugs, alcohol and wildlife take over and consume me. I got her where I wanted her and ripped her heart out. Cale: The VIRGIN With the exception of my tongue. The countless things I can do with my tongue are bound to leave you breathless and begging for more, but more… is something that I can’t give. It’s a choice. My choice. Stone: The GO GETTER I set my sights on what I want and go after it. Not giving up easily is what I’m known for. Styx: The GIVER Most would say of great orgasms and rough sex, but I have so much more to offer, and when I find the right one, I’m giving her everything that I have in me: my heart, my soul, and my life. Kash: The PROTECTOR It runs deep in me; this need to dedicate myself to a woman and make her feel secure and cared for in every single way. Not just physically, but emotionally.

An entitled prince. A patient mentor. A dwarf of prophecy planning to conquer the world. Waydsyn Scot was privileged. He was nephew to the King, had a beautiful girlfriend waiting for him back home, and had his life set. All he had to do was stay out of trouble and finish his military tour. Owen Delmsmith was Wayd's best friend. He was wise-cracking, loved gambling and girls, had a talent of avoiding work, and an uncanny ability of finding trouble. When they're caught trying to steal draestl, they're almost discharged from the military. But instead, they're reassigned to guard a caravan heading to a nearby border city. They thought it would be a routine assignment. But when they encounter a ravaged caravan, they uncover a plot that will threaten all of Ardonor… …Thraegar Thornclaw is real. He's uniting the dwarves. And he's coming for Waydsyn Scot. Alderidon Wolves is another novella in the sci-fi/fantasy series that features breathtaking action, unique magic systems, rich characters, and mysterious races. Author Randall Seeley continues to adapt his love of Brandon Sanderson and Terry Brooks in another novella of The Drahiad Chronicles Prologues.

An alien race attacked her people… they wanted her world. Now, payback is coming after them. And she’s a bitch in every sense of the word. Bethany Anne Nacht was changed on Earth almost two hundred years in the past. The Kurtherians engage in the cosmic great game, where whole worlds are torn asunder in their efforts to prove their own supremacy. For hundreds of millennia, the Kurtherians at the top have reigned unfettered as they destroyed countless civilizations time and time again. Now, a new group is entering the game. Bethany Anne and her people are playing against extreme odds, but when has that EVER stopped the Queen Bitch? It’s time to fight for the future of the Universe… ARE YOU READY?

The stage is set for the play of a lifetime: but it’s the romantic drama backstage that has everyone applauding. Paul and Cath are the perfect creative team. He’s an up-and-coming theater director and she’s his unflappable, rock-steady stage manager. If Cath’s had to bury her unrequited affection for Paul for ten long years to keep things professional, it’s just the price she pays for a career she loves, working with her best friend by her side. Until he hires her old nemesis as the leading lady for a new play that’s their chance to make it big. Handling temperamental actors is one thing, but watching this diva throw herself at Paul makes Cath miserable. It’s another complication when the leading man shows his attraction to her. Suddenly, an unexpected new job offer seems like a good idea. But then Paul upends her world by declaring his love and sparking a passionate encounter. It’s both a dream come true and a nightmare as Cath is convinced that personal and professional relationships don’t mix and getting involved could jeopardize the play—and both their careers. Can Paul flip the script and set the stage to convince Cath otherwise or is their love always destined to wait in the wings?

“Born of a pyre ten thousand souls strong. When stars are right his home will die. Hollow of heart; black hunger unending. Eater of light. Vanquishing kings. Doom in hand; pour loose the sands of time. Ender of hope. Feller of storms. Twinmaidens blood stains; on sorrowful soles. Fast claimed war’s domain. Glad of war. Glad of pain. Beast eyes close for him. Vault’s gates open. Starbreaker, thrice named. Starbreaker, awake.” —Prophecy of Aion Origin, date unknown Sylvas Vail is a big fish in a small pond, the most powerful mage on his planet. But when the doors to the cosmos come crashing open and all the untold wonders and terrors of the universe come pouring in, he is left with only two Ascend or die.

It comes in waves. It's already too late for most of us. Walking around with bio-bombs ticking away in our bloodstreams. Bombs that are synchronized to go off together. Before you know it you're diving into the deep end of depravity. A pool of insanity you're never coming back from. Surfacing once or twice to witness the horrors you've caused before your soul takes a deep breath and disappears forever. It's not natural. The infections occurring simultaneously across the globe prove it's not a freak phenomena. Someone is behind the pandemic that's turning people into insane cannibals. Who'd benefit from so much death and chaos though? The humanity of whatever group pulled the trigger on this madness is seriously up for debate. There's No Vaccine Chris watches as the world around him falls apart. Bitten by a loved one he hovers in a feverish state for weeks. His recovery carefully observed by a group that considers itself above humanity. A group that sees people as prey. Chris becomes a pawn in the war to determine the future of mankind. Follow him as he evolves from being a frazzled twenty something college educated mama's boy into something more. Hopefully it's enough. Other Books By RS Merritt Crawlerz - Epic tale of powerfully psychic zombies sweeping the earth ( 7 Book Series) Zombies! - A second honey moon leads to a race across a zombie infested country to save their children ( 7 Book Series) Son of the Keeper - A tale of witches and wizardry set in the modern day world (3 Book Series) The Zournal - Follow the hilarious adventures of Steve and his band of misfits as they battle their way across the country in search of the source of the apocalypse.

Jack Bonafide thought being a founding member of Delta Force would be the most important thing he ever did - but he was dead wrong. Now the Soviets have a gun to America's head and only he can stop them from pulling the trigger! Even within the intelligence community, the Black Tsar was considered to be a myth - the most powerful hydrogen bomb in human history, secretly constructed by the Soviets and capable of near-Biblical levels of human destruction. Only, the Black Tsar was never a myth - and twenty years after the weapon went missing from a darkened warehouse in Sarov, Russia, it's now been tracked to somewhere within the United States. It's 1981 - the height of the Cold War - and two rival factions of the KGB are each trying to find the legendary Black Tsar and seize control of this "gun to America's head" before the other. Only Sergeant Jack Bonafide stands in their way. But Jack would be the first to admit he's not the man he used to be. He's already skating on thin ice in his new assignment with the CIA, and the only man he can trust is his deeply troubled brother, Mac. The stakes have never been higher, the future of the free world is in question, and the buck stops with the Bonafide boys. ...yet, meanwhile - somewhere out there - the Black Tsar's countdown has started ticking. The Black Tsar is the first full-length novel featuring Jack Bonafide, written by the critically acclaimed talent behind the Jericho Black and Jacob Mitzak series of taut, historical thrillers. What Readers Are Saying: ★★★★★ "All I can say is WOW! This book rocks. The action starts right at the get-go and doesn't let up until the end. Jack Bonafide is at the point of going rogue and taking care of business his own way. He is let go from the Delta Force and CIA and ordered to stand down. Do you think he'll do that? Hell no." \-David/ Goodreads Review ★★★★★ "Anyone who likes Tom Clancy will love Jordan Vezina. He hits you right between the eyes and leaves you wanting more." \-David Bates/ Amazon Review ★★★★★ "Jack Bonafide is one of the very few 'heroes' I’ve read who seem more real than fiction. Personal issues and habits are real, something that could stop anyone, but he pushes through them to get the job done. Constant action and twists to keep you guessing what’s going to be the outcome of his assignment. I’m ready for the next book please!" \-Larry Taylor/ Goodreads Review

From the funny author of Confection Connection, Christmas Bizarre and Kitchen Addiction! More cozy comedy! And murder mysteries! Spring is here—finally—and things are looking up! Our intrepid hero, Mina Kitchen, has a new car. Well—it’s new to her. And she even has a boyfriend or two lined up. But that’s because her BFF, Trixie, signed her up on Cupidsbow.com behind her back. Some prospective dates appear a bit odd—but never mind; it’s good to make new friends, right? But all hope of smooth sailing vanishes when Mina hits another bump in the she loses her part-time job at Chi-Chi’s cosmetic counter. And Chef Jack hasn’t been scheduling her at Squirrel Run Acres lately, and her catering for James’ massage gigs are replaced by a new, full-time (and gorgeous) assistant. WTH? To make matters worse, her financial calamities become outnumbered by the steady stream of corpses floating her way. Never mind the dead bodies pouring forth from her aunt’s church, St. Bart’s Episcopal—they’re experiencing a new take on mass exodus. Congregation members are trading up at the Pearly Gates quicker than a greased geezer through a glass casket—that is to say, they’re dropping like flies. The grim mortgage reaper looms, when suddenly Mina’s solvency is rescued as she stumbles upon a full-time job. A rather peculiar job, with some definitely peculiar co-workers. Who try to kill her—and Chef Jack. Can Mina finally climb out of her proverbial—and literal—holes? Or will she wind up getting backhoed alongside a maniacal murderer? And where the heck’s a Lavender Cosmo when you really need one? Vinnie, her mini mountain lion-sized cat insists everything will turn out fine—but his idea of fine usually revolves around cans of Finicky Fare, and not much else. If you're looking for funny novels, chatty animals (in the guise of pets)—and recipes—read this book. Perfectly Pickled packs sit-com humor with stand-up dialogue, a murder mystery and suspense! You’ll cheer for Mina; hiss at the bad guys and sip your very own Lavender Cosmo along the way, courtesy of the author—the recipe’s in the back of the book, along with others, all vetted by Lund’s real-life favorite caterer, her husband, Chef Andrew. ˃˃˃ 5-STAR READER’S FAVORITE REVIEW Lizz Lund brings back the cooking addicted Mina Kitchen for yet another kooky adventure in Perfectly Pickled . This time Mina decides to give up cooking for a full-time job where she is literally surrounded by dead people. She fights to reorganize her life around the new job while resuscitating her comatose love life. Little does she realize she has once again situated herself for a front row view of one too many mysterious and sudden deaths. Perfectly Pickled is the fourth addition to the Mina Kitchen Cozy Mystery series and probably the best one yet. Lund’s talents as a humor writer are honed and a lot more focused in this book than Confection Connection (which I loved as well), and she provides a more satisfying ending for the love-starved readers who are ready to find the klutzy Mina finally getting her act together. I adore the eclectic cast of secondary characters who made me feel at home once again in the friendly town of LANCaster. I am in love with Chef Jack and was thrilled to see he was given a bigger part in this latest adventure. Scroll up NOW and click the “buy now with 1 click” button! Or read it for FREE with Kindle Unlimited! Also available in Paperback through Amazon! Grab it now!

All she wanted was to be a princess…. … instead she was born with magic. Could one girl be enough to save them all? Soon after her sixteenth birthday, Lady Alyx Egalion’s world is shattered when she learns that she is the daughter of a mage and must leave the boy she loves to travel to the distant DarkSkull Hall and learn her magic.. Following a harrowing journey, Alyx finds herself in a dangerous world where courage, magic and a growing friendship with DarkSkull’s other misfits are the only things she can rely on for survival. And the longer she stays, the more she discovers about the terrible secrets that hide her true past—secrets that challenge everything she’s ever believed in. Outside DarkSkull Hall, mages are disappearing without a trace, and an uneasy peace begins to crack, threatening the beloved home she yearns to return to. Alyx’s long-buried magic might be enough to save them all… if she can learn to master it. Read DarkSkull Hall and dive into the breathtaking young adult fantasy world of The Mage Chronicles...

The backstories of Lord Jonas Ares, War Commander Ethan Wolfe, Wraith Hyelin Frost, and Cardinal Nolan Kraft has begun with this Novella.The Machine War spreads across a thousand worlds, and the Galactic Empire teeters on the brink of collapse. Captain Devon Dark and Wraith Frost are dispatched on a desperate capture the Machine’s Code Keeper Device and give the Empire a fighting chance. But the world they must infiltrate is about to be scorched into oblivion. Frost and her Kill Team must survive long enough to ensure the Empire can strike back. At the edge of the Galactic Rim, War Commanders Jonas Ares and Ethan Wolfe face a new terror—rogue telepaths known as the Dark Minds. The battle that follows will shape the destiny of the Empire. For Jonas, it is the first step on the path to becoming Lord Commander… though every victory drags him closer to losing his humanity. Meanwhile, in the shadows of power, Lord Commander Vorian Black uncovers a darker conspiracy. Agents of the Fallen have allied with the ancient Void Walkers to construct a planet killer. Yet the true mastermind pulling the strings is far closer than anyone suspects—Cardinal Nolan Kraft. The Machine War has begun, and its outcome will decide the fate of the galaxy.

Pain...Fear...Uncertainty...That pretty much sums up Kelly Wards life in a nutshell. She survived a childhood of horrific abuse from her adopted family and then went on to fall in love with a monster—one she thought would be her first true love but instead almost took her life. Now she is on the run with a new identity as Chloe Green, not the broken, scarred, and frail Kelly Ward. No, that girl has been pushed deep down into the dark recesses of her existence. That is until she meets Derek Stark, self-made millionaire—blue-eyed, dark-haired man that looks like he has been cut out of a magazine. She'll take a chance and let her guard down one last time, but can she trust him? When she finds a picture of herself in his bedroom, she is shocked. She's not staring at Chloe Green; she's staring at the broken and scarred Kelly Ward. When she finds out who this woman is, her world is twisted into a nightmare she never knew existed. Now she knows that Derek has been harboring his own dark secrets—secrets that will change her life forever right before Jesse Donavan is released from prison. Right before he starts hunting her. This is intended for 18+ due to abuse and sexual content.

Fletcher Adams is not just the man that stole my heart at fifteen and never gave it back. He’s also my brother’s best friend, and now one of the most famous players in the NFL. But now he’s back in Blossom Peak for our mutual friend’s wedding, and guess who are the maid of honor and best man? That would be us. I’ve spent the past twelve years ignoring what happened between us that fateful night, and avoiding him as much as possible when he did pop into town to visit. But now he’s everywhere. In my salon getting a massage to support my business. Participating in yoga to support my family’s winery. And even hacking into my phone to monitor my glucose—which makes me furious and also a little bit weak in the knees. Then he finds out that my ex-fiancé never satisfied me in the bedroom, so he instantly volunteers for the job. Turns out time couldn’t snuff the flames that still burned between us. But Fletcher has demons from his past he hasn’t faced, the kind that you can try to bury but always manage to get washed up in a storm. And this storm just might destroy us both. There’s one thing we can’t deny however, even though we try—feelings still matter, even after all this time.

I can’t stand him, but pretending to be the alien king’s mate is my best shot at getting home. I’ve despised his species ever since they invaded Earth. Being abducted by the Roth to make babies? That was the hate cherry on top. Nydo might have saved me from a terrible fate, but there’s no way I’m falling for his “you’re my fated mate” schtick. Ugh. Except… he claims he needs a mate—me—to secure his place as the Roth King and help overthrow our mutual enemy. Apparently, I’m proof the Roth can mate other species, a fact he plans to use to overthrow the Roth tyranny. As for me? He promises he’ll return me and my friends to Earth once he’s secured his position as King. Besides, I need someone to scratch a, well, a very specific itch, thanks to the ridiculous meds my abductors pumped me full of. Might as well make use of a willing partner. I’ll let him dress me up like his doll in Roth clothes and makeup, I’ll let him into my bed, but there’s no way I’ll let him convince me to stay once our deal is up… even if there is more to the muscle-bound, fire-powered king than I thought. Alien On Fire is a super spicy, enemies-to-lovers sci fi romance for adults. It is the first in series about the Roth and their fated mates.

A florist done with love and a football player off his game—this Valentine’s Day, they’re each other’s wild card. After a disastrous football season, NFL star Joe Matthews retreats to his hometown, Honeysuckle Ridge, West Virginia, looking to escape the spotlight. The last person he expects to run into is Ella Banks—his quiet, quirky high school classmate, now the owner of the town’s charming florist shop. Ella’s sworn off love and sees Valentine’s Day as just good business, but when Joe walks into her shop, old sparks ignite. She’s anti-romance, and he’s scared to put his heart on the line, but sometimes love blooms in the most unexpected places. Wild Card Valentine is a short and sweet holiday treat that’s meant to be read in two hours or less. It has no cliffhangers, a guaranteed HEA, and all the sizzle, but no explicit content.

He's my beautiful captor. I'm his exquisite prisoner. He's imprisoning me for my father's crimes. But what if I end up enjoying my imprisonment?

Rosa Larkin is down on her luck in London, so when she inherits a near-derelict corner shop in a quaint Devon village, her first thought is to sell it for cash and sort out her life. But nothing is straightforward about this legacy. While the identity of her benefactor remains a mystery, he - or she - has left one important legal proviso: that the shop cannot be sold, only passed on to somebody who really deserves it. Rosa makes up her mind to give it a go: to put everything she has into getting the shop up and running again in the small seaside community of Cockleberry Bay. But can she do it all on her own? And if not, who will help her succeed - and who among the following will work secretly to see her fail? There is a handsome rugby player, a sexy plumber, a charlatan reporter and a selection of meddling locals. Add in a hit and run incident and the disappearance of a valuable engraved necklace – and what you get is a journey of self-discovery and unpredictable events. With surprising and heartfelt results, Rosa, accompanied at all times by her little sausage dog Hot, will slowly unravel the shadowy secrets of the inheritance, and also bring her own, long-hidden heritage into the light.

Falling for the single mom? Nope. Not gonna happen, no matter how gorgeous and kindhearted she is. The potential for heartache is too high. I should know. My mum proved that dating a single parent leaves one open for soul-crushing bachelorhood. Which is why I was determined to keep things friendly with Denali Wilde once I learned that the beautiful police dog trainer came with a kid. Why add the possibility of angst and suffering to my already stressful move to Alaska and opening an animal rescue center? Too bad I didn’t keep my wits when it came to her son. The problem? The kid is amazing, into rescuing animals just like I am. Fair dinkum, the kid needs a mate about as badly as I do. I’ve done a lot of crazy things in life. I mean, my TV series on Nature Channel wasn’t called Getting Wild with Wilder for its placid landscapes and tranquil animals. Yet, getting close to Denali and her son proves I have more than a few roos loose in the top paddock. Not only has my admiration for Denali increased with her insane dedication to her son, but he’s buried himself so far in my heart, I’ll never escape. My determination to keep things friendly with Denali? Yeah, not as easy as I thought it would be. The thing is I’m wild about Denali. I just don’t think she feels the same for me. Wild About Denali is a laugh-out-loud, heart-melting romcom with a single-mom, an Aussie reality TV star, and kisses that will curl your toes while keeping it clean.

One wedding. Two families at war. And a vow signed in blood.Elena Santos was supposed to be a prize—a sacrificial lamb offered to seal a peace treaty between two warring empires. But the silk of her wedding gown felt more like a shroud than a celebration. When she flees her own wedding, she expects freedom. Instead, she falls straight into the hands of the one man more dangerous than the family she’s running from. Killian Volkov. The king of shadows. The ruthless heir to a criminal empire who doesn't believe in mercy—only collateral. He was supposed to return her to her father. Instead, he keeps her. Now, Elena is no longer a bride; she’s a captive in a gilded cage, caught in a deadly game where the only way to survive is to embrace the darkness of the man who owns her. In the world of the Volkovs, power is not inherited. It is forged. And Elena is about to learn that some vows are meant to be broken… and others are written in blood.

She was the fire he couldn't forget. He was the silence that broke her. Five years ago, Della’s world ended in a whisper of lies. Now, she’s back in Chicago with one survive the conference and avoid the man who shattered her. But fate—and desire—have other plans. One night at the club they once called theirs reignites a storm of memories, pain, and longing. Dorian is successful now. Powerful. But beneath the surface, he is a man haunted by the ghost of the girl he didn't save—the girl he never knew needed saving. As secrets unravel and past betrayals resurface, Della and Dorian must face the truth about what tore them apart, and the dark force determined to keep them that way. Love wasn't enough then. But this time, it might be their only chance. The Girl He Didn't Save is an emotional, second-chance dark romance. It is book one in the Tales of Healing Hearts series.

Wilde is a thief… Grace is a teacher… Will secrets tear them apart? It’s a boring day at Wilde’s cover job as a docent at the local museum. She fills the time with a little mischief… but it turns interesting when the boss walks in with a young woman. Seeing her chance to test a theory, Wilde introduces herself to the woman. Little does she know, that moment causes a ripple that changes everything. What happens when a thief falls in love with a school teacher? When the biggest part of a person is held back, unknown to the other? When someone starts to question what it is they really want in their life?

I live by one word: protect. It doesn't matter that I’m not a fan of the president's politics, and it certainly doesn't matter that I find the first daughter to be a brat. I have a job to do and that's to keep my protection detail safe—even when she wants nothing to do with having Secret Service. Kate, Code Name: Sparrow, makes my job difficult in more ways than one. She has an attitude a mile wide that's only gotten worse as she's grown up. And grow up, she's done. She's no longer the fifteen year old I met the summer before President Freemont took office five years ago. Now she's a beautiful woman who's even more headstrong than before. I may never give in to the attraction but I'll stop at nothing to keep her safe... Even more when I learn I’ve already failed her.

Torn by tragedy. Reunited by love. Two years ago, I lost my husband and my brother to the same tragedy. To this day, I hold only one person responsible—Aiden Rogers, the beautiful boy I’ve known forever, the misfit I’ve both loved and hated, the one who always got to me. As far as I’m concerned, he’s the only one to blame. Now he wants to be part of my life again—when I can finally see a future for my son and myself. I’ve found the perfect man in David, someone I can start over with, a man who will be the perfect father figure for Trevor. I have a plan. At last, I see the light, and I know I can make this work. I will not let Aiden Rogers drag me back into the darkness. Author's note: contains sexual scenes and some coarse language. This is the first book of the Riverstone Estate Series and can be enjoyed as a standalone read. \\\* The Riverstone Series: A beautiful estate. Three unforgettable love stories. Following the sudden passing of their father, Amber, Ruby, and Flynn Riverstone inherit the family estate and find themselves facing new challenges, growing closer, and discovering love along the way.

My new neighbor is an online relationship and sex advice vlogger—but she doesn't know that I know Out of curiosity, I checked out her videos. Who wouldn't? I didn't count on being tempted by her silky voice or her full lips. Too bad she's off limits. Being a single dad isn't easy, and I have rules—no relationships and no scr\*wing anyone my kid knows. But when I become the subject of her posts, I can't keep my hands off her any longer. I have to teach her everything she got wrong in her videos. I don't expect her to teach me how good it is to wake up with a woman in my arms, or to have a woman at my kitchen table. And I definitely don't expect to find a mother figure for my daughter. At least until it all goes wrong. \\\ A steamy STANDALONE contemporary romance with a hot, dominant alpha. No cliffhanger, no cheating, and a guaranteed happily-ever-after.\\\

From Hollywood hotshot to monster-slaying misfit What does divorcing Hollywood’s most powerful jerk get you? In my case, blacklisted and a ticket to rock bottom. A one-time studio executive, I’m now scrabbling as a newly licensed P.I. in the city that popularized noir. And I’ve just landed a job at a shabby downtown agency. Watch out, LA! But that was before I discovered the agency’s specialty—hunting monsters. The actual kind. Suddenly, I’m learning about a side of the city that makes horror seem like a documentary: vampires, werewolves, hostile spirits, and all manner of magic. This is probably where I should run screaming, but I need the money. I’m also intrigued by my mentor—a strong, silent throwback in a Members Only jacket. Couple of problems. One, I conned my way into the position. And two, the agency forbids supernatural hires … and I’ve sort of been shooting fire from my hands lately. Oh, and there are factions in LA who seem to want me dead. Which has me worried. Am I the city’s newest hero, or its latest monster? Maddy Deeds is a feature series in the hot-selling Croftverse. If you like your urban fantasy with deep secrets, found families, a gutsy heroine for a guide, and a slow burn on the side, you’ll love Maddy Deeds!

Complete Russkaya Mafiya series plus bonus short story- Corrupted Counterparts.

Why settle for billionaires, when you can have Royals? For five years, one decision has haunted Baron Caden Hargrove. But, Caden knows that he can never be with the woman he loves. He'd accepted that long ago; at least, he thought he had. When he sees her again, it takes just one look, and his barely submerged feelings immediately gush to the surface and engulf his senses. Hot, dark, and strong like a cup of the finest coffee, she stood with an adorable child in her arms, a child with features uncannily similar to his own. He soon begins to question if he made the right decision after all. Now, the Baron must decide which is more terrifying: losing his second chance to have the one woman he knows he's meant to be with and the family he desperately wants or finally telling her the truth and admitting why he left in the first place. Will love prevail? Or will secrets continue to keep them apart? When her former love is unexpectedly thrown back into her life, Kenya Morris realizes her long denied feelings were not buried as deep as she'd thought. He is as charming and, annoyingly, even sexier than when he first loved…and suddenly left her, broken and alone. Well, she soon discovered that he didn't leave her quite as “alone" as she'd first thought. Kenya refuses to fall for Caden again. She’d worked too hard to succeed in her career and be a good mother to be made a fool twice. But, their chemistry is still undeniable, their desire for each other more palpable, and Caden hadn't lost his ability to stoke the fires of her emotions like a furnace-master. Can she risk trusting him again when it's not just her heart that might be broken this time? She knows Caden is still hiding something from her, and her mind says to run as far away from him as fast as she can. But, will Kenya’s heart decide that there's more than one thing that makes her… Bound to the Baron? \\\Welcome to the Royal Revels series! This first book is a full length (approximately 65,000 words), standalone story!! No cliffhangers!!! HEA!!\\\ This story contains a lot of heart and a few steamy scenes!! As such, it is intended for a mature audience.

All Timberlyn wants is to get out of her small town, where she's branded a freak just because she happens to wear all black and draw gruesome monsters in her notebooks. When a letter arrives saying she's been accepted to the mysterious Ravenwood Academy for the Exceptionally Gifted, she jumps at the chance. Never mind that she's not sure what she's supposedly gifted at, or the fact that she doesn't remember actually applying there. When she arrives, the school seems like a dream full of beautiful people ready to befriend her. There's only one problem with Ravenwood: it's run by the Wolf brothers, three surly, thuggish, insanely gorgeous guys. Timberlyn's new friends give strict instructions to stay far away from them. Unfortunately, she's not good at taking orders. When girls at the school begin disappearing, Timberlyn refuses to maintain the status quo. She's sure the Wolf boys are up to something, and if she has to, she'll take them down herself. That is, if they don't take her down first.

Second chance? Not a chance in hell. Cocky, golden-retriever Hudson Landry broke my heart, and I won’t let him forget it. I’ve avoided Heartwood at all costs. A decade later, I’m back to consult on the new community arts center—and seeing Hudson reignites a red-hot rage that could burn me alive. Just my luck, his construction company won the bid for the build, so I’m stuck working with my ex. Worse? We’re both competing to lead the project, and only one of us can come out on top. I swore I’d never forgive him. But he’s everything I fell for ten years ago–sweet, loyal, endlessly kind. He’s reminding me of the girl I used to be…and making me question everything I thought I knew about the boy who broke me. Now, I can’t remember why I hated him in the first place.

She wants her life back. He wants to live. When a writer and her imaginary muse go head-to-head, real life gets complicated. Callie Austin, the unknown author of the wildly popular Tex Miller book series, decides that twenty-plus years of living in anonymity is enough. Her plan? Kill the beloved Tex Miller. But with a fierce agent, a cut-throat editor, and a beyond-zealous fan base, Callie knows not everyone will be happy. And just wait until Tex hears about it. At twenty-two, Callie, orphaned and grieving, conjured Tex Miller, a dashing adventurer, a now-adored literary character who makes women swoon and men sit up straighter. Her novel skyrocketed, but Callie was lucky. It was the mid-1990s, pre-internet explosion, and much to her publisher’s chagrin, she insisted she remain anonymous by using a pen name. The enigmatic Calliope Jones was born and cloistered away in one fell swoop, leaving an idolizing public scratching its collective head. Visible only to her, Tex Miller became her constant screwball companion. Two decades and a dozen books later, on a routine trip to NYC, Callie plans to end the Tex Miller saga, but an up-and-coming streaming service’s offer to turn Callie’s books into an original series may waylay Tex’s demise. Things spiral further when her trusted longtime driver falls ill, and a young replacement chauffeur catches her eye—and maybe her heart, while Tex goes rogue, unsure he’s down with the new plot twists. Throw in a dogged gossip blog’s rabid pursuit of ‘the truth’ along with Calliope Jones’s fervent fandom, and the world's favorite unknown author has her hands full.

He loves me and hurts me. The more intense his possessiveness becomes, the deeper the scars he leaves. And, I take in everything; the good and the bad, the love and the jealousy...until I can't do anymore.

It happens every year. A select few disappear, never to return. From The Falkland Islands to the Himalayas, Puerto Rico to England – people are vanishing without trace or explanation. A young man who’s lost everything stumbles across an ancient secret. Can he unlock the mystery? Will he find those who need him? ...can he escape the Unknown? Praise from ★★★★★"Phenomenal." - Rachel Granoff, Amazon review ★★★★★ "Excellent storytelling." - Anne-Marie Chamberlain, Amazon review

A cartel moves in and threatens his family, so he goes hunting.Jason Mulder wasn’t expecting another devastating loss. After years of intense training, the Air Force Pararescueman is obsessed with protecting his family from danger. He’s stunned by his little brother's death under suspicious circumstances that law enforcement can’t solve. Hunting down the people responsible for the death of his brother becomes Jason's new full-time job. But the killers are a ruthless drug cartel operating in the remote pine forests of Arizona that eliminates anyone who tries to stop them, and Jason fears the rest of his family will be next to die. Can Jason bring the cartel to justice before he and his entire family become part of the growing body count? Cartel Hunter is the action-packed first book in the Jason Mulder crime thriller series. If you like vigilante justice, epic fight scenes, and unlikely allies pursuing cunning opponents in the unforgiving wilderness, then you’ll love Robert Goluba’s suspenseful pursuit of justice. Buy Cartel Hunter and start hunting today!

Detective Mike Nash thought that moving back to Yorkshire from London would give him a quieter life. Little did he know . . . Two skeletons are discovered in Lamentation Tarn, a mountain lake. Talented detective Mike Nash and his team have little evidence with which to work, until a surprising discovery prompts them to contact law enforcement agencies in Eastern Europe. A joint task force is formed to uncover a criminal network involved in prostitution, drugs, and human trafficking, but Nash's preoccupation with internal politics, as well as with an attractive Russian detective, proves to be a distraction. Finally, a young victim escapes the gang's clutches, providing Nash with much needed evidence. A search of the neighboring tarn yields evidence of even more heinous crimes. Who else will die before the criminals are brought to bitter justice? Please note: this is a revised edition of Depth of Despair

A CONVICTED MURDERER. A TEENAGER ORPHANED BY WILDFIRE.THEIR ONLY CHANCE OF SURVIVAL IS TO WORK TOGETHER.Former Army Ranger and combat field medic Zander Hollis is three years into a 7-year murder sentence. He's up for parole, but someone doesn't want him to get out. While building firebreaks to protect the prison, Zander encounters Willa, a feisty and fiercely independent fourteen-year-old who takes no guff. After a flash burn forces them together, they must fight both nature and evil to survive. But first they'll have to survive each other. This gripping natural and manmade disaster survival series is full of heart and heart racing thrills. \\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\* Fire on the Mountain is the first book in the visionary survival thriller series SCORCHED EARTH, a near-future, climate fiction "what-if" that's both mystery and hard-hitting suspense thriller. In this first 4-book series of the CLIMATE COLLAPSE disaster survival sequence, best-selling post-apocalyptic author Saul Tanpepper focuses the story on the residents of a small rural Northern California community struggling to survive devastating wildfires. But as rapidly accelerating global warming further destabilizes the climate in the American Pacific Northwest, will it trigger a catastrophic cascade that threatens to spread to the rest of the world? For fans of T.L. Payne, Kyla Stone, Ryan Schow, Grace Hamilton, Frank Horton, and A. American. \ \ Recommended for readers 16+ for moderate situational language and violence. \ \ LOOK FOR THE FOLLOWING SCORCHED EARTH TITLES, AVAILABLE NOW OR ON Fire on the Mountain Run Boy Run The Devil's House The Rising Son CURRENT AND FUTURE SERIES IN THE CLIMATE COLLAPSE DISASTER SURVIVAL SEQUENCE SCORCHED EARTHDROWNED EARTHFRACTURED EARTHSCHROUDED EARTHFROZEN EARTHSaul Tanpepper is the author of the popular post-apocalyptic survival series BUNKER 12, and its companion thriller series, THE FLENSE, which detail the run-up to, and the consequences of, a deadly global pandemic and the people behind it. He is also an award-winning writer of climate fiction.

Knoxville Coyotes Quarterback Avery Callaway is a football legend. And he thinks I’m a stalker. I promise, I'm not. Turns out we just happen to live in the same building. Besides, I know men—athletes—like Avery. Egocentric, undeniably charming, downright gorgeous. I dated one once. Until he broke my heart. But that was a long time ago and I’m a smarter, more driven, and disciplined woman because of it. In fact, I’m only in Tennessee to get my PhD in ornithology. So what's the problem? My visa is tied up in red tape, I’m at risk of losing the career of my dreams, and Avery Callaway is proposing to marry me. I know his reasons are selfish, and his motive is personal. I know our marriage is just an arrangement. I need to remember that as Avery shows up for me in ways I never anticipate. He makes me feel seen and cherished. Cared for and loved. But is it real? Or is being bound to the quarterback a blitz neither of us sees coming?

A notable archaeologist, close to finding a priceless artifact, meets his untimely demise—Matthew Shane vows to find his murderer Matthew Shane is a law professor in Salem, Massachusetts, where he enjoys a rewarding mentorship with Professor Barrington Holmes, a well-known archaeologist. So when Professor Holmes is found dead in his office and the police rule it a suicide, something doesn’ t sit right with Matthew. He becomes determined to find the true cause of Holmes’ death and bring closure to his widow. Matthew soon learns that Professor Holmes belonged to a group of notable archaeologists dubbed “ The Monkey’ s Paw,” who were all entangled in an expedition to find an unknown object of unprecedented historical and financial value. Each member had been given one piece of the instructions to find the object, but some of the men had encountered horrific twists of fate before the group could reunite to continue in their search. Joining forces with the remaining members, Matthew’ s quest for the cause of the apparent curse of The Monkey’ s Paw leads him on a global wild goose chase that culminates in a turn of events not even Professor Holmes could have predicted. Perfect for fans of Michael Crichton and Dan Brown

Watch what you wish for… Some inheritances are literally death. My life has been turned upside down by my inheritance, but my only complaint is the cat that came along with the new house. I swear he’s judging me as I settle in and try to make new friends in my new small-town Louisiana neighborhood. And just when I start to settle into my new job and get back to reading my classic novels, I’m pulled chapters deep into a mystery. The Beauty Queen in the town has been offed. Someone has killed the darling. Wouldn’t you know it? An innocent man has been framed. I shouldn’t get involved, but somehow, my cat seems to have a way with finding clues in some of my favorite stories. Not that any of that makes sense. Why would it? The cat is the sleuth, I’m the amateur, and we have alligators in the backyard. Throw in a dead body, a book club that’s filled with suspicious characters, and you have my new life. And I thought being a librarian in Louisiana was going to be dull.

A femme fatale with an axe to grind. Marla Dotson is used to getting what she wants, and what she wants is Dwayne Morrow—both on and off the case. Convincing an old acquaintance to grant him an apprenticeship had been hard enough, yet the initial assignments were proving to be anything but rewarding for Dwayne Morrow. Crawling through garbage to snap photos of awful people doing awful things was not the exciting career choice he had envisioned. Finishing another such job in a seedy neighborhood on Columbus’s south side, Dwayne finds himself caught in the middle of someone else’s drama as a mysterious damsel-in-distress bursts onto the scene fleeing a hail of gunfire. Whisking her to safety was the worst decision Dwayne could have possibly made… Abduction, blackmail, murder—nothing is off the table when retribution must be served. Retribution is the third thrill ride in the Dwayne Morrow Mystery series!

Talents come in many shapes and forms. This novel explores a future reality and discovers the one talent neither Belinda nor William can control - love. Their relationship creates a raft of problems both struggle to overcome.William's talent is to move through space between locations in the blink of an eye. Belinda uses her talent to lift objects of great weight with her mind. William and Belinda, both genetically altered, meet years after leaving the government rearing-nursery. The late development of their talents allowed them to escape a life devoted to the government's defence departments. Releases to be adopted into the community, they have thrived but if their skills are now discovered they will be conscripted by the government and never be free again.Can they trust each other enough to allow love to bloom? Can they risk the renewed attention of the Defence Department?

Is fifteen years with the same partner too long? It might be time to share... Neal and Molly have been together since he invited her to the Homecoming dance sophomore year. The high school sweethearts have shared their first kiss, their first romantic relationship, their first everything...but with their tenth wedding anniversary approaching, it's clear that the passion has faded. Their relationship is stale and boring. When Molly realizes that she's attracted to someone who isn't her husband, she decides it's time to take action to save her marriage. She signs them up for a "Marriage Survival" retreat at a hedonistic beach resort in the Caribbean. It will be a chance for the couple to relax, reconnect, and add some spice to their marriage. It's also a chance for them to explore something else they share...a secret fantasy to explore the hotwife lifestyle. Now Molly is exploring her inner slut while her husband watches—and gets turned on too! There's nothing like a little mutually agreed-upon cheating to spice things up. But will the resort's "Rent a Bull" service save their marriage? Or will it be the final death knell for their relationship? "Hot Wife on the Beach" is part of the "Hot Wife Happy Life" series. Join these needy hotwives as their husbands share them with other men—and then reclaim them as their own! Remember, it's not cheating if your husband knows!

Her husband promises this hotwife an afternoon that she’s never forget with her two favorite men. When my husband takes me to the veterinarian clinic after hours, I find myself in the center of a seductive game with an eager audience that includes my husband and the clinic’s irresistibly charming veterinarian and his assistant. The boundaries of my fantasies are tested as they make my head spin with an intoxicating power dynamic that leaves me desperate. Is my husband going to finally share all of me today, or is he going to still keep me begging for more?

Escaping from prison is hard. Escaping from a prison guarded by aliens with advanced technology is harder. Escaping from an alien prison camp on an island hundreds of miles from the mainland seems impossible. Fourteen-year-old Bryce hates the Imjac, the alien invaders who conquered Earth and, in the process, killed his parents. But he thinks their threats to him are over when he moves in with his aunt, uncle, and cousin Amanda on their dairy farm. But the Imjac capture Bryce and Amanda, forcing them to work in one of their prison camps, where the aliens seek the rich minerals of the Earth to fuel their domination of the universe. When Bryce discovers his gift for using alien technology, will it be the key to escape from the island?

Las Vegas The City of Sin What happens here, isn’t what it seems. Marcello has finally decided to share his life, his secrets, and his trust, with people he never saw coming. However, that trust is put to the test when Ellie and Nash disappear, and it all points to Zamir. Will Marcello and Zamir be able to put everything else aside in order to save Ellie and Nash? Or in the city of lights, will the darkness finally take over? \\A dark why choose romance. This book is only meant for an 18+ audience. Please read the content and trigger warnings on my website.

Get the 3 BDSM Couples at Play stories all in one bundle. Just because it’s rough, that doesn’t mean it can’t be loving. Explore the kinkier side of loving BDSM relationships while the couples explore their filthier fantasies. These doms love their subs so much, they do whatever they can to help their subs explore their kinkiest fantasies safely. Includes: Kitten for the Night Shared for the Night Glory in the Night Kitten for the Night: Master knows exactly how to keep his little pet happy. When Angie welcomes His collar, her Dom throws a dinner party in celebration. With five handsome guests, it’s the perfect time to fulfill her fantasy—to be a kitten for the night. While the guests enjoy takeout, the good little pet stays under the table, lapping up all the cream she can get. And when it’s just the two of them, Master gifts his sweet pet the hard-handed dessert she craves. KINK WARNING: Pet Play (in case it wasn’t obvious…) This short story of about 9,000 words contains graphic depictions of sex between consenting adults and features elements of BDSM, including spanking and pet play. Reader discretion advised. Shared for the Night: This Sir gives his submissive the ultimate experience. When Sophie accidentally spies on her roommate showering, his massive size sends her into a spiral of lust that leads her into the arms of his dominant best friend. She thought she would be happy, but her soft dom can't give her what she craves—to be used, raw, unprotected, and roughly. An unexpected night of passion gives Sophie the chance to experience what it's like to be shared with another dom and only one night of fulfilling her filthiest desires might not satisfy her. KINK WARNING: This short story of about 8,200 words contains graphic depictions of sex between consenting adults and features elements of BDSM and multiple partners. Reader discretion advised. Glory in the Night: This submissive wants to be shared, filled, and used for her birthday. After Gianna has a filthy dream about being taken raw by a bunch of faceless men, her dom does whatever he can to satiate her raunchy desires by inviting his friends to come take what they want from her. With only a panel of wood separating her from the rest of the party, she services them all like a good sub. As the men use all the holes available, the debasement and humiliation give her what she craves… to be a toy. When the party is over, she may be just a plaything, but her dom uses a hard hand to make sure she understands who owns her.

A dead body is not something you want to find in the walk-in freezer of a fancy trattoria! But that is just what happens to our humble lettering artist, Mila Breaux. When she is contracted to hand letter the menus for the newest Italian restaurant in her small town of Monchac, Louisiana, it isn’t all penne and chianti. Apparently, there is something funky going on at the new joint, and it isn’t the expired fish! That’s because she’s stumbled upon a corpsicle—the body of a pretty young woman who had her whole life ahead of her. And an artist, too! Just like Mila herself. Unfortunately, the Lettering Detective is the only one who seems interested in finding out the truth about what happened to the girl in the freezer, as those that own and run the restaurant seem in a rush to sweep it all under the rug. Mila will need to enlist the help of her best friend, Critter Girl, along with a new furry ally who has decided to join them for this adventure. Can they get to the bottom of what happened to the frozen girl before it is too late? Or will asking too many questions get the gang in hot water? "A Murder in Longhand" is a cozy full of delicious twists, mouth-watering food, and adorable critters. It is sure to tease your brain and put your deduction skills to the test in a relaxing manner, right up until the end! If you want to experience small town life with heaps of Louisiana charm, the adventure is just one-click away! So hit the buy button and rejoin Mila and the gang as they unwrap a tamale of a mystery. The book is a cozy one. That means no bad language and no gore. Just a fun and mysterious adventure set in a sleepy bayou town where everyone knows each other—for better or worse! This is a standalone novel, with a complete story and no cliffhangers. It can be read on its own, but readers of the whole “Lettering Detective” series are sure to have an even richer experience. So, grab a warm blanket and a cup of it is time to head back down to bayou country for another grand old time!

Jo Watson returns with a hilarious and spicy second-chance rom-com! Perfect for fans of Emily Henry, Beth O'Leary, Paige Toon and Christina Lauren. 'Delicious romcom . . . I loved this book' GAIL SCHIMMEL 'Perfectly encapsulates what romance readers love most about the that everyone deserves the joy and beauty of falling in love. What a gem!' THERESE BEHARRIE ........................ It's been thirteen years since Ash's sex life went down in very unsexy flames, and she's been - quite frankly - sexually cursed ever since. But now Ash has met someone who she thinks might be able to break that curse - and they are going to break it over, and over, and over again . . . ........................ What fans say about Jo's books! 'If this doesn't speak romcom perfection I don't know what does!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Wow! This book would make THE most amazing romantic movie' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'OMG!!! I absolutely love, LOVE, LOVED this absolutely gorgeous book!!! I must say it has got to be one of the best romances I have ever read!!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'A laugh-out-loud novel with unique and realistic characters' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'Why haven't I heard of Jo Watson before?!! Such a brilliant read and one that totally and utterly broke my star rating system!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

A never-ending winter ... a stolen magic ... a hidden identity. What secrets does the enchanting sorcerer keep within his winter castle? When the Shift tore open the veil between our reality and the hidden one, the world as we knew it ended. Now, magic is real, but advanced technology has long been lost to history. In the ever-frozen land of Norðurey, a new civilization thrives amidst the ruins of the Dead World. All my life, I’ve aspired to become one of the most learned magic users in the realm—that was why I came to the High College of Magi in the first place. Finally, I’ve graduated from junior to senior mage, but before I can enjoy my newfound privileges, my headmistress gives me a special task: travel to the island of an exiled wizard and convince him to accept me as his apprentice. My journey is long and perilous, as a massive dragon seems to stalk my path … but upon my arrival, the wizard’s company is no reprieve. Amon is unlike any man I’ve ever met. His demands and glacial eyes hold a dark seduction, yet he keeps me at arm’s length, as solitary and cold as the ancient castle in which he dwells. But if the castle is as isolated as he claims, why do I keep hearing screams in the night? …And why do I suspect that Amon is connected to the dragon who threatened my life? If I can uncover the secrets of the ice-bound castle and melt the heart of its master, it could mean achieving my life’s goal. Or, it could end my life entirely. This is the first book in the Everwinter Series, a trilogy inspired by Icelandic mythology and dragons. It is a slow-burn, angst-filled fantasy romance with a dark twist, and pulls inspiration from Beauty and the Beast, Phantom of the Opera, and Gothic romance. The steaminess increases as the series progresses.

"Sometimes, hope holds us by the throat." We were teenagers the first time Alden Stokes climbed through my bedroom window. He was the first boy to hold my hand. He was my first kiss. He was my first everything. The tumultuous years made us into adults while circumstances pushed us apart. Now I've found my way back to the only man I've ever loved. And I won't let him go.

What do you get when you cross a curvy seamstress with three hot hockey players? A pucking disaster. My escape plan seemed foolproof \- retreat to my brother's empty apartment after catching my ex with another man. But I stumble into an unexpected complication: his hockey player roommates...and I'm stark naked. Despite my mortifying entrance, and against my better judgment, they’re willing to let me stay but with a few rules: 1\. No funny business. 2\. No telling the team captain \- aka my brother \- Harrison. 3\. It's temporary until I can find somewhere else to live. At first, the boundaries hold. But simmering tension and close quarters makes resisting temptation harder with each passing day. The simmering tension threatens to combust, blurring the lines we swore not to cross. But how can we go back after crossing that line? And what happens when my brother inevitably finds out?

Spies, suspicion, steam, and scandal... Galaxy's an agent harboring secrets and an arsenal he soon regrets; Lee's a surveillance specialist with sly moves of his own. Thrown together to solve a string of threats, it's not long before they're smitten. With a knack of rendezvousing in ridiculous places and enough twists and turns to keep them guessing, the spies soon find it hard to trust themselves, much less each other—or their most-likely suspect about to pull a shocker no one ever sees coming. As the clock ticks down, Lee and Gal peruse a maze of clues and calamities amid suspicion and percolating chemistry they can't deny. Do they really have each other's backs or will one of them stab it with a dagger? A different side of rom-com. Winner of Best Espionage/Spies category in The Wild Dreams Publishing's Indie Awards 2018 short story.

I've been told to stay away from football players my whole life. Dating one was out of the question. That's what happens when your brother warns his teammates you're off-limits. It wasn't just him—my parents controlled every move I made throughout high school. Now, with graduation behind me, the life I've been planning with my best friend is finally coming together. ✓ Get accepted to Braysen University ✓ Join the Bulldogs Dance Team ✓ Find an apartment ✓ Soak up every ounce of freedom Everything was going perfectly until I arrived to pick up our new apartment keys and discovered water damage made it temporarily uninhabitable. My brother, Alec, would offer me his couch, I’m sure, but that's not an option I’m willing to consider. I want to prove to myself I can handle this on my own. So when Colter Vaughn, the football team captain and Alec’s former teammate, suggests I stay with him, I happily agree. Except he failed to mention one small detail—the room he’s offering is his. I've spent my life playing it safe. If keeping this secret means I get to share a bed with Colter, it's a risk I’m willing to take.

a multiverse fated mate romance One moment in time was all it took... I shouldn’t be here. I’m not even sure how I got here—wherever here might be. Angelique I find myself swept into the arms of a stranger before he passes through a looking glass into another world. He tells me I am his fated mate and he is claiming me. I don’t know him…except he looks eerily familiar to the alpha in my successful wolf-shifter romance novels. Rogan Imagine my shock when I looked through the mirror my mother has magicked and my fated mate was on the other side. I did what any great alpha would do... I stepped through and took her. She is mine and I will not allow anything to take her from me. Not even another reality in the multiverse. Can Angelique find happiness with the alpha of the pack or will she somehow be pulled back through the looking glass?

Chicago Storm captain Luca Moretti may be the NHL’s golden boy, but off the ice, he’s living a lie. Disciplined, stoic, and fiercely private, he's spent sixteen years building a fortress around his life to protect his legacy and his father’s approval. He has one rule. Never let the world see who he really is. The last thing he expects is for his carefully constructed defenses to be shattered by a rookie with a sunny smile and zero filter. Rookie winger Theo Callahan lives his life out loud. He’s everything Luca isn't—bold, open, and dangerously charming. He knows he should be intimidated by his grumpy captain, but he can’t stop looking for the man beneath the armor. He hasn't forgotten the electricity that sparked between them in the locker room, and the forbidden chemistry simmering during early-morning practices is becoming impossible to ignore. Theo is more than happy to show Luca what life looks like without the mask. Between stolen touches in equipment rooms and quiet moments away from the cameras, Luca is feeling a freedom he hasn’t experienced in a long time. But maintaining his perfect image has taken its toll on his soul, and a future with Theo may mean burning down the very legacy he spent a lifetime building.

To be honest, it just wasn’t my lucky day. It started with the plane crash. And then I got shot in my leg. Guess what? It gets even worse. I’ve crash-landed on a magical mountain, and there’s no way off. The mountain man who shot me isn’t even human. He’s a polar bear shifter, and he hates my kind. He’d have let me die…if I hadn’t begged him to save me. Now I’m stuck in his cabin until Valentine’s Day—I mean, until my injury heals. I hate him with everything I’ve got, But this sizzling shifter’s not the lonely hermit I made him out to be. He’s got a son…and he’s also got a pretty dark past. I need to tread carefully… This mountain man’s got the heads of his kills hanging on his wall. Mine just might be next. Author's Note: This is a steamy stand alone romance intended for mature audiences. It is part of the HOLIDAY SHIFTERS OF FROST MOUNTAIN series. You can expect to see your favorite characters overlap throughout the books.

Attorney Garrett Goodlove never thought he’d prosecute a medical malpractice case. Doctors swear an oath to help people, and those cases are usually honest mistakes blown up by ambulance chasers.But when he learns of a woman bodybuilder who went into the ER with a case of heartburn and came out in a wheelchair, he starts paying attention. It appears the doctor who saw her frequently orders open-heart surgery for patients who don’t need it, sometimes leading to disability or death. And the doc knows exactly what he’s doing. Garrett is The surgeon must be stopped.Teaming up with his daughter, a new law school graduate, Garrett must clear the reputation of their prime witness while battling the doctor’s team of elite attorneys who are always one step ahead. The expenses are adding up, but it’s too late to back out.If he doesn’t prevail, not only will the surgeon continue harming patients to line his pockets, but Goodlove’s law firm will be forced into bankruptcy.

Everything a detective novel should be—gripping, clever, and filled with deep characters. Detective Kacy Lang wasn’t surprised when the body of her twin brother washed up from the icy depths of the Chicago River. She’d known since the day she graduated from the academy that one day he’d wind up on her beat, and she’d have to arrest him… or kill him. She could accept the fact he’d been murdered. What she couldn’t accept was the massive torture he’d endured before his death. Someone would pay for that. A multilayered, fast-paced archaeological dig of a mystery.

Island memories… Some of Bree’s favorite childhood memories are of visiting her grandparents at their cottage on Sanibel Island, Florida. This time, when she returns to the island, her heart is heavy. Her beloved grandparents are gone, and she’s responsible for sorting their belongings and putting their house up for sale. A new neighbor… Zane lives on Sanibel year-round and owns a successful outfitter shop. The first time he meets his pretty new neighbor, Bree, he saves her suitcase from rolling into the road. He’s attracted to her from the start, but she makes it clear she’s not interested. For Bree, ignoring her sexy neighbor is almost impossible, especially when he seems determined to befriend her. Sultry island nights… When Zane offers to show her around the island, she agrees, but not for personal reasons. As a newspaper columnist, Bree intends to write a series of travel articles, and she could use his help. Seeing the island through his eyes, Bree finds even more reasons to love it, but she didn’t plan on falling in love with him! A new chapter… Soon, Bree must make a major decision. Will she return home to Michigan or uproot her life for the man and island she loves? Here & Now is a standalone contemporary romance with humor, heat, and heart.

_Can Charlotte seduce the man of her dreams? Find out in this short, extra-steamy read. When Charlotte comes back to Cedar Falls, Montana for her friend's wedding, she decides to finally go for what she wants most-Clayton Cole, aka Daddy. She's been obsessed with him since he and her mom were together when she was eighteen, and time away hasn't lessened her desire for him. Will her mom's ex finally see her as a desirable woman and claim her in all the filthy ways she's dreamt about over the last four years? As always, this story is over-the-top with high heat, instalove, a big age gap, no drama, no cheating, and (of course!) a happily ever after. Always a steamy read with HEA guaranteed!_

We're fighting for our lives, living for reward challenges, in front of an intergalactic audience—and, oh yeah, apparently the huge winged alien is now my mate. I’ve always been a reality tv junkie, heading up a fantasy league and hosting watch parties at my place. I jumped at the chance to apply to one, and my entire reality tv obsessed girl gang does too, drinking too many margaritas in the process. We didn’t care that none of us had ever heard of it, or that the premise is a bit too physical for us couch potatoes—there’s no way they’ll pick us, anyway. Except… they do pick us. And the show’s not set on Earth. Nope. We’re starring on the first season of Mated & Afraid, and that paperwork we rushed through had a whole lot of fine print we didn’t read. I’ve been matched with a Draegon alien—and he’s been mated to me, marking me with the poison (yep! Poison!) that means I’m his. We’re dropped into a biosphere, and the game is easy enough to make it to the exit and we win. That is, until the supposedly uninhabited moon we're on turns out to not be uninhabited at all—and the artificial intelligence we've awoken? It has a whole different idea of fun and games.

In 1692, a disreputable young man named Kyle Edwards breaks his engagement by accusing his fiancée, Lilly Parris, of witchcraft. Kyle is a liar; he does not believe in witchcraft, he is simply trying to get rid of Lilly. But Kyle is in for a shock because, as it turns out, Lilly really is a witch. "Salem Burning" is a fast-paced, brand-new take on the Salem witch trials.

Haunted by his past. Hunted in the present. Uncertain what is real. Athson has seen things that aren't there and suffered fits since being tragically orphaned as a child at the hands of trolls and Corgren the wizard. When a strange will mentioning a mysterious bow comes into his possession, he's not sure it's real. But the trolls that soon pursue him are all too real and dangerous. And what's worse, these raiders serve Corgren and his master, the hidden dragon, Magdronu, who are responsible for the destruction of his childhood home. Athson is drawn into a quest for the concealed Bow of Hart by the mystic Withling, Hastra, but Athson isn't always sure what's real and who his enemies are. With Corgren and Magdronu involved, Athson must face not only frequent danger but his grasp on reality and the reasons behind his tragic past.

Penny and her friends are in Mexico enjoying the sun and sand to celebrate their twenty-fifth birthdays. They’re down to their last two days when Penny spots a gorgeous guy holding a surfboard and can’t stop thinking about him. Maybe a vacation fling is just what she needs. Enter Alec Blair. He’s sweet, sexy, and has a filthy mouth that turns her inside out. She’s sort of afraid that one night is not enough. When she finds out he lives in the same town, things change quickly. This was supposed to be a work trip for Alec—no women, just work and surfing. That all went out the window the second he spotted the most gorgeous woman he’d ever seen in the pool. He needs to see her again. Talk to her, touch her. Even if it’s just for one night. Except, once he meets her, he knows one night will never be enough. Then fate throws him for a loop. They live in the same town. Maybe, just maybe, Alec can convince Penny to take a chance on him.

How far would you go to protect a secret that causes the dark supernatural world to hunt you? Who would you hurt to prevent a prophecy from wiping out everyone on the planet? When Natia Waterford, defender of humankind and self-declared badass, is sent to investigate a series of kidnappings, she’s forced to step into the world of the arrogant Archan Reinheart. She soon becomes entangled in a fight for both the human race and her own life. The rules are simple: everybody’s a threat, everything you read might be false, and, above all, protect your heart. 18+ due to mature scenes. This is book one in a trilogy. It ends in cliff hanger. Trigger warning - There is a scene of assault that some may find triggering.

Beauty and the beast—they were the scandal of the ton .... All eyes feasted on the beautiful flame-haired gambler in London's most infamous club. But Julia Prentisse was interested only in the rake-turned-recluse whom they now called "The Beast." She lured him out of the crowded club to a deserted warehouse, where she made her scandalous If he married her and protected her from her uncle, she would help him catch the arsonist who had ruined his life. An act of heroism had left Morgan burned, scarred for life. But Julia's bold gaze lit other fires he had long suppressed. And now this glorious stranger was his bride. But when he tried to claim his husbandly rights, she demanded three months grace—three months to know a stranger's mind, to touch a stranger's soul, to go where no woman had ever gone before. Into his lonely heart . . . With This Kiss .

Illusion of Safety is a fast-paced, slow-burn romantic suspense novel where an FBI agent races to stop a serial killer from recapturing the woman he’s vowed to keep safe. \\\* “I’m deathly afraid he’s taken pieces of me I’ll never get back.” Clara Santos was never meant to survive. She was supposed to be The Chameleon’s eighth victim. Trapped in captivity where time stood still, she endured the unthinkable—only to wake in an even darker nightmare: buried alive in a coffin six feet underground. She clawed her way back to life, but her tormentor isn’t finished. Now that he knows she’s alive, he refuses to let her go—and survival is only the beginning. FBI Special Agent Maverick Rhodes has been chasing a ghost—one who has left seven bodies in its wake. When he pulls Clara from the brink of death, the case becomes personal. The Chameleon isn’t done with her, and he’ll do whatever it takes to finish what he started. As Maverick hunts a predator whose true face has never been seen, the lines between the protector and the protected begin to blur. With time running out and a killer closing in, Clara must confront her trauma while Maverick fights to stop the man who won’t let her escape twice. \Illusion of Safety contains dark and mature themes that may not be suitable for all audiences. Reader discretion is advised. For all content warnings, check the author's website.\

Tempting, inked and highly addictive. Alex is all that and more… I’ve made a lot of mistakes – ones I’m not proud of, and definitely ones that have left their marks both mentally and physically. Things got lonely; I got lost in my own fucked up mind and in the end it left me fucked out of my mind and unable to fight – or at least win. That life’s over for me and I’ve moved on. Six months into tattooing at Blue’s and already I’m the most wanted and sought out tattooist. My biggest clientele consists of women. They come into the shop, end up in my bed and we both come out happy. It’s been my release since I’ve stopped fighting. It’s become part of the “new” me. But when Tripp reappears in my life, I can’t deny the fact that I would do anything for that girl. So when she asks me to move in with her and her ‘boyfriend’ – our other childhood friend – I never expected for things to get so fucked up and twisted that I would find myself only more attracted to her by each passing second or wanting to protect her from everything that isn’t me. I have worked so hard over the years to suppress my feelings for her but when I find out that her and Lucas have been having an open relationship, I have the strong urge to rip his heart straight from his chest – to destroy the very thing that keeps him breathing. What I didn’t expect was for Lucas to ask what he did. For him to ask me to do the one thing I have secretly longed for since I was old enough to know what the need was. The second thing I never expected was the look of need that I saw in Tripp’s eyes when he asked. One night of free passion could change our lives forever. I never said that was a good thing either...

New series special pricing of $0.99 for a limited time! After Amy makes a small splash in the fast-moving world of business by selling her pharmaceutical start-up, she takes some time to work on herself. Adrift after years of constant work, she opens up to a therapist, who suggests that her inability to form real relationships (the kind that include sex) stems from her inability to simply let go. To relax. After turning down the offer of a sex surrogate, she’s given a card and a wink. Booking a relaxing getaway to St. John means flights, luggage, and now her hunky male escort Mike. A week of no judgement sex might be just the ticket. She also hopes it will finally allow her the space to relax and let her body overtake her mind...for once. She just didn’t expect Mike to be so much more than a simple diversion. Smoldering hot he may be, but it’s more than his strong arms that attract Amy. Their chemistry is off the charts, but it’s her heart that’s taking control of her now. Boyfriend for Hire is book one of the Escort Files series of contemporary romances. Each book features a different woman and her escort as they take their unique path toward love.

Erica has just spent a year as a surrogate in Luxembourg and she's ready for a train trip around Europe. She books a single sleeper and is shocked when two hot guys show up, claiming to be sharing a room with her. Unable to find a room of her own, Erica agrees to have a few drinks, but rejects their advances. When then walk in on her in a compromising position, she learns that they want her hot cream for themselves and don't mind sharing. This story features a short, steamy MMF encounter with ABF.

Ember It was supposed to be one night with one incredibly handsome stranger. A night of giving into temptation and forgetting all my inhibitions. Instead, it ends with wedding vows and promises of “I do”. But it turns out, this is exactly what we need for the sake of both our blooming careers. Especially after my new boss tasks me with the opening of a hot new lifestyle club. Hudson needs me to wear the title of wife for the benefit of his career, and I need him to teach me the lifestyle to solidify mine. Adding sex lessons to our agreement surely won’t complicate things, right? We’re blurring the lines of business and pleasure, unable to avoid the contagious desire between us. But I need to keep this strictly professional and emotion\-free; it’s the only way I can get through it. Forever is not what I signed up for, and there is no other way that this can end except with divorce papers and broken promises. Hudson I am never letting her go. One year. I have one year to convince her that our future is forever. The Promises We Break is a Marriage of Convenience Romance and an interconnected standalone in the Balance of Power book series. You do not need to read any prior books, but it's always recommended. As usual, please check TW's before reading.

Can escaping one nightmare possibly lead her to happiness? Or will she be haunted forever? After her mother’s death left her trapped in a toxic life with her drunk and abusive father, Heather knew she needed an escape. But fleeing one terrible reality lands her straight into another. Heather is desperate until she finds a newspaper ad that might just be her way to freedom and happiness at last. An ad for a mail-order bride. She sets out west for the town of Daisy Creek. But when she arrives, can she convince her prospective husband to choose her? As Mayor of Daisy Creek, Joshua knows that he should settle down and find himself a bride—if only he would receive a suitable response to his ad. When Heather arrives in town, Joshua is immediately drawn to her beauty. Over the weeks, they grow in acquaintance and the future starts to look promising for their blooming romance. That is until the secrets from Heather’s past come looking for her, and she is forced to reveal all that she has kept from Joshua about her life. Will her lies and troubled past be too much for him to forgive? Runaway Mail Order Bride and the Mayor is a passionate story about finding love and happiness against all odds. Will Heather and Joshua find a way to be together despite all that stands between them? Or will their love break under the strain of the truth?

This movie role is her last chance at a second act. But a stalker forces her to flee to a small town where a sheriff threatens to steal her heart. Actress Laura Lane lands a role in a movie with Oscar potential. Over fifty, this may be her last chance at a great role. But the creepy attention of a fan spooks her, forcing her to leave Hollywood in hopes the stalker will give up his obsession with her. After decades of stressful police work in Detroit and a failed marriage, Sheriff Jake Betkowski is ready for a peaceful, if lonely, small-town life. Everything is going to plan until Laura Lane walks into his life and cracks open his heart. They discover their common Midwest roots, and it seems natural to spend more time together. Even as they grow closer, they believe their relationship can have no happy ending. As threats to Laura return and escalate, they are forced to re-examine what is truly important before it’s too late. The Sheriff of Willow Creek is a clean, later-in-life, opposites-attract romance with a little bit of mystery and suspense. If you like small-town romance with a western setting like the novels of Janie Crouch and Regan Black, you’ll love The Sheriff of Willow Creek. Get your popcorn and buy this book today to settle into a satisfying read with a happily ever after.

All she’s ever wanted was to be respected as a doctor. Could marrying the sheriff of Daisy Creek be the chance she’s been waiting for? As the oddball in the family and the eldest daughter of a renowned doctor, Gina has always wanted to follow in her father’s footsteps. The men around her refuse to accept her ambitions and hard-earned qualifications, and Gina knows she will never achieve her dream in a small-minded society like Richmond, Virginia. When she finds the ad for a mail-order bride from the sheriff of Daisy Creek, Gina knows that this is her chance to strike out for herself and find acceptance as a doctor. After watching many of his friends succumb happily to wedlock, Daisy Creek sheriff, Danny, has decided that it is time for him to settle down. After his advert for a mail-order bride brings little success, Danny is about to throw in his hat, when he receives a reply from Gina. Danny is intrigued by this female doctor, and believes that she will make a good fit for both him and also for the needs of the town’s people of Daisy Creek. But life out West is rough and hard-going, and Gina is soon faced with challenges that no amount of medical training can prepare her for. From bloody gunfights to deadly diseases, Gina must rely on her own strength and Danny’s support if she ever hopes to make a home in Daisy Creek and find her place in the world at last. The Mail Order Doctor and the Sheriff is an uplifting story of perseverance and strength of heart. As Gina endeavours to adapt to her demanding life in Daisy Creek, will her many trials risk leading her away from Danny and the life she longs for? Or will she find the strength to see that only the truest love can survive life’s toil and grief? To follow Gina and Danny’s heart-warming journey, scroll up and click “Add to Cart” right now. With love by your side, you can overcome anything.

Paige and her joyful Aunt Glo have learned that the home they inherited comes with a magical library. They put together a book club group of loveable kooks to explore the magic. They’ve recovered from their first book journey, and they all agree on their next book which takes place on a cruise ship bound for Hawaii. Problem is, they were so excited about the cruising idea that they didn’t read the entire blurb on the back of the book. (“It was entirely too long,” explains Zell.) Once on the ship, they meet a charming and likeable man who blends seamlessly into their motley group. Too bad they don’t know why he’s so scarce during the day but shows up to join them every evening for dinner, drinks, and a show. When a dead body shows up on board, their new friend is labeled a suspect. Can they help him out by finding the real murderer? Or is he the real murderer? The book club will need to solve the case to get off the ship, out of the book, and back to their home.

How could she ever marry if it wasn’t for true love? Although the belle of the season with several suitors all vying for her hand in marriage, Samantha is restless. Caught between her parents' expectations and her own desire to marry for love, Samantha finds solace caring for her family’s horses, her one true passion. That is, until she finds an advertisement in the newspaper for a mail-order bride from a horse breeder out west. All her stars seem to align with the prospect of spending her life helping this man tend his horses, and Samantha replies to the advert with a hopeful heart—neglecting to mention her status as the daughter from a wealthy family, and writing instead as a farmer’s daughter. Roy is a country man, born and raised on a ranch like his father. Horse breeding is in his blood, and Roy knows that he needs to find a wife that suits his lifestyle. After the many replies to his advertisement for a mail-order-bride fail to turn up any suitable candidates, it isn’t until Roy receives Samantha’s letters that he begins to think he may have found his perfect match. But when his future bride finally arrives, Roy quickly realises that although she is breathtakingly beautiful, Samantha clearly isn’t the country-born lass she painted herself as in her letters. It is only when he sees her connection to his horses that Roy considers there may be more to this beauty than he originally assumed. Whilst for Samantha, there is nowhere else she would rather be than with Roy on his ranch… but will she be able to convince him to let her stay? Secretive Mail-Order Bride and the Horse Breeder is a passionate story about love and following one's heart. Will Samantha find the sort of love she has always longed for? Or will she miss her chance before it has even begun?

In an America where the West was never colonized, the Appalachian Mountains mark the border between starkly different The Atlantic States of America, a corporate-run caste system; and the United West, standing defiant in its quest to preserve its egalitarian culture and autonomy. Ruby Roth is a legacy conscript fighting to survive while protecting a young boy in her care. Burdened with a gift for binding, she clings to the hope of one day fleeing West. But when she’s threatened with a forced marriage to a brutal officer, she must choose between submitting or risking her life, and the lives of those she loves, for freedom. Kaileh Clearwater Lewis, a warrior of the West, wants nothing more than to safeguard her people and uncover the truth behind her brother Tareq’s death. When her quest brings her face-to-face with Ruby, she must confront a moral reckoning that could shatter everything she believes in. The Binding is a tale of transformation and resilience, where two women from opposing cultures, but bound by fate, navigate intrigue, loyalty, and the unbreakable bonds of family in a divided America that could have been. Perfect for fans of The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood, Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler, and Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel.

Adventure, a husband, and a new life out West. What more could she ask for? In New York, Eloisa has her future entirely planned out for her. As a member of a well-off family, she is expected to marry, put aside her passion for writing, and live according to her parent’s expectations. Neither as charming nor as pretty as her older sister, shy Eloisa is resigned to her fate—that is until she finds an advertisement for a mail-order-bride, for a banker in the small town of Daisy Creek. The chance of a simple life with a respected banker seems perfect to Eloisa. Keen to take control of her own life, she responds to the listing with as much charm as she can muster. David knows he needs a wife if he is to keep his inheritance, but likely marriage prospects in Daisy Creek are as remote as the town itself. When he receives Eloisa’s response to his advertisement for a mail-order-bride, David is intrigued by this sophisticated young woman from New York, and is eager for her to join him out West. However, when she arrives, both Eloisa and David are quick to discover that they have both been misled about each other’s character, including David’s appalling reputation as a ruthless banker. Even as they grow to understand each other and she learns that there might be more to David than she originally supposed, Eloisa struggles with the question: Can an unprincipled man like David ever truly change his ways? Or is she about to make the biggest mistake of all, in trusting him with her heart? Enticing Mail Order Bride for the Banker is an inspirational story about love and what it takes to earn it. Will Eloisa and David ever be able to find happiness together, or will their differences and misunderstandings keep them apart? To experience Eloisa and David’s passionate story for yourself, scroll up and click “Add to Cart” right now. Sometimes you must make your own destiny.

When all else fails, move west and become a mail order bride. After an unfortunate scandal robs her of all decent standing in society, Daphne can see no better alternative for her future than to go against her family's wishes and become a mail order bride. That is until she receives a letter from her betrothed’s younger brother, saying that her husband-to-be, Dallas, has skipped town with another woman. As her hopes of starting over as a married woman begin to collapse, Daphne decides that her only option is to go through with her plan to move west, to the small, remote township of Daisy Creek. It is there she meets Parker, a local saloon owner and her runaway-groom’s younger brother, who was left to clean up his older sibling’s mess. Daphne is immediately drawn to the tall, handsome westerner, and after seeing the pressure Parker is under, struggling to support his family’s ranch whilst keeping his saloon afloat, Daphne sees her opportunity to repay the kindness he has shown her since her arrival to Daisy Creek. Daphne agrees to help Parker at his saloon as he focuses on tracking down his absconding older brother. But when Parker finally manages to track Dallas down, will Daphne still want to marry him? Or will her feelings for his steadfast (and handsome) younger sibling, tempt her to choose the other brother? The Hopeful Mail Order Bride’s Destiny is an uplifting story of love set in the romantic days of the old west. As Daphne and Parker work together to overcome the many hardships thrust upon them, is it possible for two people from different worlds to find love and happiness with each other? To lose yourself in this story of real love, scroll up and click “Add to Cart” right now. When you work for love, love works for you.

He’s a jaded baseball pitcher. She’s never even seen a baseball game. They don’t make any sense together, but they can’t seem to stay apart… DYLAN BATES So close. I was so close to skipping college and heading straight to the major league. But my best just wasn’t good enough, I guess. And now, I am headed to college to prove that I’m good enough all over again. I’d hate my life a lot more if it weren’t for Kayla Maron. She knows nothing about baseball. Or me. My life is baseball. But maybe? It could be more.

A mysterious castaway. A Scottish hero determined to protect her. Can they survive the storm? Cast adrift on the Indian Ocean, Maria carries a terrible secret. Wherever she goes, death soon follows, and she's powerless to prevent it. William McGregor boarded the SS Trevessa in search of adventure, but he gets more than he bargained for when he saves the mysterious Maria from the sea. She can't tell them her tragic tale, so the superstitious sailors make up their own stories - and some would sacrifice her to the waves to save themselves from the coming storm. When the sharks start circling and the storm closes in, are sirens more than just a myth?

Charlotte Daley is the daughter of the newly elected POTUS. An only child, she's both spoiled rotten and entirely neglected by her powerful family. She's been forced to eat with the right forks, smile at all the right times, and be the picture of perfection for months. Now that her father is in office and too busy to know she exists, she's determined to exercise her new freedom before she heads back to college in New York. Zane Parker has one job-to protect the president's daughter, all day, every day. But she's been on a partying spree since the inauguration, heading down a dangerous path that threatens to ruin her reputation and cause a major scandal for her father. Zane will lose his job if he can't get her under control. Except he wants to sleep with her as badly as he wants to set her straight. She needs discipline. And he might be just the one to give it to her. When unexpected circumstances tie Charlotte to DC for the foreseeable future, Zane makes her an offer that's anything but honorable. He'll give the first daughter all the thrills she's seeking in exchange for one thing ... Her obedience. Fascinated by Zane's dark promises, Charlotte agrees. Submission has never felt so good. But as Zane brings her deeper into his forbidden desires, enemies surface and danger lurks ... \\\\\* Misadventures is a romantic series of spicy standalone novels, each written or co-written by some of the best names in romance. The stories are scandalous, refreshing, and, of course, incredibly sexy. They’re the perfect bedside read, a ‘quick blush’ for the reader who loves a page-turning romance.

Vampires who knit A troublemaking witch Who killed Granny—and is she really dead? At a crossroads between a cringe-worthy past (Todd the Toad) and an uncertain future (she's not exactly homeless, but it's close), Lucy Swift travels to Oxford to visit her grandmother. With Gran's undying love to count on and Cardinal Woolsey's, Gran's knitting shop, to keep her busy, Lucy can catch her breath and figure out what she's going to do. Except it turns out that Gran is the undying. Or at least, the undead. But there's a death certificate. And a will, leaving the knitting shop to Lucy. And a lot of people going in and out who never use the door—including Gran, who is just as loving as ever, and prone to knitting sweaters at warp speed, late at night. What exactly is going on? When Lucy discovers that Gran did not die peacefully in her sleep, but was murdered, she has to bring the killer to justice without tipping off the law that there's no body in the grave. Between a hot 600-year-old vampire and a dishy detective inspector, both of whom always seem to be there for her, Lucy finds her life getting more complicated than a triple cable cardigan. The only one who seems to know what's going on is her cat ... or is it ... her familiar?

When the scars of the past make the future seem dark and bleak, could love be the candle you need to light the road to happiness? In 1882, Daisy Creek was a small town with a dwindling economy, but for Jill Graythorn, it whispered a promise of hope... Raised in a Boston orphanage, Jill continues to have nightmares about the fire that killed her family, and she still has the scars to remind her of her troubled past. Desperate for a brighter future, she responds to a mail order bride ad, and soon the Deputy of Daisy Creek is her shimmer of light in the darkness. Deputy Bill Paulson knows grief too. When his wife died in childbirth, he thought he would never find happiness again. Encouraged by his sister, Bill finally begins his search for a wife: he knows his children need a mother, and Jill’s letters are a beacon of hope. Jill finally makes the journey to Daisy Creek to meet the deputy. With her anxiety about her scars and Bill’s grief about his wife, their union is a gamble for both of them, and they’re surprised by their instant connection. But no matter how strong a bond, sometimes reality is hell-bent on testing it, and events soon show that the pair’s trials aren’t over. With a crisis that triggers each of their worst fears, the couple is thrown into turmoil. But they have one thing they didn’t have before: each other. Could it be that this is enough to get them through? Scarred Mail Order Bride and the Widower is a heart wrenching story of two lost souls determined to find love and correct the course of their future.

Stephanie Vincent is the sort of woman dreams are made of… and definitely the sort of woman a certain kind of dreams are HAD about… She’s the first woman I was ever with, and the only one I want now. Too bad she hates me. Thing is, I’m not the sort of guy to give up without a fight; and the second she lets me in, I’m going to remind her how good we are together… Trust Me. Stephanie is too busy and too ambitious for settling down. Sure, she enjoys a casual fling here and there, but relationships? No thank you. And with Noah Reid? Absolutely not. Yes, he’s gorgeous, and yes, they have history; but he has an ego the size of a small planet… and he already broke her heart once… Noah is tall, dark and drop dead gorgeous… and he knows it. He can charm any girl in town into his bed… except the one he really wants. The one he had, yet managed to lose. When an opportunity arises to rekindle their old flames of passion, Noah grabs it with both hands, determined not to let go… question is, can he convince Stephanie to do the same? \ \ \ \ \ \ \* This super spicy naughty novella is a standalone erotic friends to lovers to enemies to lovers (again!) romance. It’s a smoking hot story of heartbreak & second chances. Expect lots of flirting, dirty talk, explicit action, with big finishes & plenty of full steam HEAT en route to HEA! Trust Me is the third standalone novella in the Amory Beach series by Holly Morgan. (Each novella is a self-contained story, set in and around Amory A fictional coastal UK town, with recurring characters & a lot of adult language throughout!) Holly Morgan is all about smut with substance! Fun, feisty & filthy fiction for adults only. Think smoking hot, spicy romance with lots of full steam, explicit erotica & a happy ever after. 18+ : HEA guaranteed!

Even the greatest tragedy can light the path to love and happiness. Jessie Jarvis is a drifter, and when he begins work for Bill Paulson, he doesn’t imagine he’ll be staying in Daisy Creek for long. But the town captures his heart, and finally, he feels the urge to settle down. Inspired by Bill’s marriage, Jessie places an ad for a mail-order bride, and soon he’s falling in love with Mary Marsh’s letters. Mary’s life has been beset by tragedy, and she’s a vision of strength as she wrestles with grief over her father’s death and her mother’s resulting sickness. A new life with Jessie in Daisy Creek could be exactly what she’s looking for: an opportunity to build a bright future in the face of tragedy. But tragedy hasn’t finished with Mary, and when she arrives at Daisy Creek, she’s met with devastating news that sends all her plans into turmoil. There’s a savior on the horizon though, and as she struggles to come to terms with her new circumstances, Pastor John is shining light in the darkness—and a surprising twist in Mary’s story. Mary has a future ahead of her, and a love story is about to unfurl… but it isn’t the one she expected, and she will have to deal with far more heartache before she can make sense of what’s truly in store for her. Unexpected Mail Order Bride for the Pastor is an inspiring tale of love rising from the ashes. Follow Mary as she carves out a bright future in the face of tragedy, and finds love stronger than she ever imagined.

Meet Devon – he’s a sexy mountain man ranger living in Montana with baggage worse than mine. A hot, lone wolf who’s not looking for anything but I’m not sure I can walk away. With marriage in the air, it was a small wonder I was looking for love in all the wrong places… Namely on Kindred Souls, a dating app that had only proved to distract me from the tediousness of my life. A poor, little rich girl, away on a dreaded girl’s weekend with too much tequila, a chip on her shoulder, and too much phone data can only spell hot disaster. But sometimes a blind date can go so right for all the wrong reasons. Especially when two lost souls unite. Author's Note: This is a steamy stand alone romance with an HEA intended for 18+

Spend a year with Mallory at Oracle Shoppe as she spreads enchantment for friends and family in Fireside Lake, Minnesota.There will be romance, intrigue, spells, full moons, a ghost, and plenty of magic. Many chapters were previously published in the Mallory's Oracle Shoppe series.

A thief is the only one who stands between her people and complete annihilation. Liss is a Soul Sorter who can sense any emotion a person is feeling. She uses this talent to steal jewels and dragonhide wallets to help provide for her people, the Extended. A side benefit of her thieving is that she gets to empty the pockets of the wealthy Lagonians, who shun the Extended for the deadly disease that runs in their veins. When the Lagonians announce that they’ve developed a source of immunity, they are no longer content to just ostracize the Extended. The Lagonians plan to eradicate them. The only way for Liss to save her people is if she can pull off her biggest heist yet and steal the secret to the immunity. What is already a perilous mission is further complicated when Lagonia’s infamous Chief Assassin is tasked with taking Liss out. Entangled in his own web of deception, risk, and a fight to survive, the assassin cannot fail. One truth becomes clear. If either hopes to succeed, the other must die.

Welcome to Gravestone... Where everyone has secrets and only the strongest will survive. A brand new dark bully romance trilogy from bestselling author Caitlyn Dare _Blood. Money. Power._ Are you ready to be initiated?

I swore I’d never love the man that forced me to be his bride. Selena I made a deal with the Devil. I stepped foot into the kitchen hoping to grab a snack, but my hunger soon died as blood pooled on the black-and-white marble counter. The talented executioner and head of the most powerful mafia family in Chicago, Domenick Satriano, stood there wiping red splatter off his cheek. He had spilt blood. My father did nothing as Domenick casually took my hand and led me to his car as if we were meant to be. I should have run that day, but something ignited inside me as his dark eyes gazed down at me. He pulled me toward him and I willingly came. I was weak to his touch. He told me he owned me, but I wanted to break free. Trapped inside his gilded cage, all I wanted to do was run. Every night, he used his wicked hands to break me. Every inch of my tender flesh burned after he finished. He explained it was a matter of time until I willingly came to him. My damaged heart kept me fighting his dark games. What happened when Domenick grew tired of the fight and used his talent on me? Domenick I had been watching her for years. Her round, green eyes stared up at me with such innocence it was hard to control myself. She’s perfectly sweet and ready to be devoured. I couldn’t wait to taste her. To hear her cry my name. And I wouldn’t let up until she admitted she was meant for me. She thought she could fight me. No one said no to me. She didn’t realize my heart had been scorched and burned so long ago, there was almost nothing left of me. She was just a promise from long ago, and I never broke my promises. But once I inhaled her sweet scent, that promise turned into obsession.

She’s sunshine and cute chaos. I’m her new boss. As a firefighter and former Navy SEAL, rescuing civilians is part of the job, but when I helped a soaking wet slip of a woman in short shorts and cowboy boots with her broken down Jeep, I didn’t think I was getting a sneak peek at my new nanny. I’m a single dad who thrives on keeping a structured routine for my kids. Yet Andi Halton blows all of that out of the water, armed with a sticker-covered guitar and wild ideas about relaxing that schedule. What’s worse is I can’t stop thinking about how good she looks doing yoga in my living room. Or how plump her lips are and how they might feel pressed against mine. Keeping my hands off of her is harder than surviving Hell Week—because every moment spent with her ignites a yearning I didn’t think I could feel again. Under One Roof is the first book in a steamy new family saga romance series with a grumpy single dad and the woman he never saw coming.

My book boyfriends go with me everywhere. I prefer them tall, dark, and handsome, but I don’t discriminate. They sweep me off my feet, are always just my type, and are there for me whenever I need them—in my purse, in my car, and even in my bathtub. Book boyfriends may not be real, but at least they won’t break my heart… or get another girl pregnant. I don’t do messy and complicated. That’s why I can’t fall for Beckett. With his Clark Kent glasses, he’s a superhero in disguise. And his superpower? Melting panties with a single glance. It took me seven years to mend my broken heart, and I’m not about to hand it over to any man without a fight. Especially a man like Beckett’s, a buttoned-up businessman with horrible taste in music. Even though his wicked charm, broody stares, and washboard abs are a tempting combination, I’ll never fall in love again. The problem is, I don’t want Beckett between the pages—I want him between the sheets.

Two bodyguards. One neglected wife. And a husband who wants to catch them in the act. Priscilla Sorel’s husband is brilliant with engines, but he’s failing to make his wife combust in bed. Robert has locked himself away in his study while Prissy simmers with need—and two handsome, hulking bodyguards keep close watch outside her door. One night, a scandalous book awakens something wicked in Priscilla, and she takes up the pen to write her own salacious tale. When her fantasies of spreading for the bodyguards spill over into reality, the eyes at the door don’t look away. Now, Martin and Samuel aren’t just watching, they’re sharing her. And her husband? He’s orchestrating the whole thing, determined to see his neglected wife worshipped by the very men meant to protect her—before he joins in to make Priscilla swell with their adoration…and something more. Spreading for the Bodyguards is the 10,000-word fifth story in the Matrons I’d Like to Tup series about neglected Regency wives discovering all the pleasure the ton has to offer. These scorching short stories take place in a series, but they can be read and enjoyed in any order.

Something caught my eye, it was a small flyer stuck to the noticeboard next to us, almost covered by something else. “Sex Academy. Come and join us at lunchtime to improve your sex life. Couples only.” My stomach did a weird little flip. I nudged Meera. “Hey, look at this.” She barely glanced at it, giving me a smirk. “You’ve got to be kidding me. Sounds super dodgy.” I stared at the flyer for a second longer, feeling this odd mix of excitement and nervousness. “I don’t know… I’m kind of… tempted,” I said quietly. “Maybe Charlie and I could… you know, try something different?” \\\_ The lunchtime Sex Academy was more wild than Jane and Charlie could ever have imagined. Now back for a second term, they're looking forward to more live demonstrations and group workshops, each lesson bringing them closer to their ultimate sexual fantasies, and to each other. And even better, Jane's best friend Meera has persuaded one of the college geeks to pretend to be her boyfriend so that she can join in too.

Escape to Monrovia, where the lavender lattes are blooming, the giraffes eat pasta, the Duke might just steal your heart—and murder lurks behind every turret. When Rebecca Orange’s life falls apart—dumped by her boyfriend and fired from her job in the same breath—she thinks she’s hit rock bottom. But fate has other plans. A surprise job offer whisks her away to the storybook village of Atwood, nestled in the hills of a tiny European country few maps bother to mark. There, in a centuries-old castle straight out of a dream, she’s tasked with caring for the royal menagerie—including a pasta-loving giraffe, a moody hawk, and her own fiercely loyal Tibetan Mastiff dog, Joe. The locals are eccentric, the flower shop smells like heaven, and the castle's broodingly handsome Duke might just be harboring a crush… or a secret. Life in Monrovia is nearly perfect—until the castle’s head architect turns up dead. Worse, Rebecca’s closest new friend is the prime suspect. Now, between sipping tea in sun-drenched courtyards and dodging over-curious nobility, Rebecca must unravel a tangled mystery that threatens to bring everything crashing down. But she’s not about to let this fairy tale end in tragedy. Filled with humor, heart, and a dash of romance, Mystery at Monrovia Castle is the perfect blend of cozy charm and edge-of-your-seat intrigue.

When the stakes are this high, betrayal always lurks... Maxwell Barnes is on a high-stakes scavenger hunt with no end in sight. The initial discovery of the long-lost Crystal of Ahrum has spiderwebbed into a much more complex adventure, threatening his relationships, worldview...and even his life. Having dropped off the first crystal fragment to their wealthy financier, Myron Crabtree, the intrepid group, led by Max and his lifelong friend Axel Morales, sets off to investigate the sites of ancient Egypt, lured onward by tantalizing clues found in Mayan codices. Max finds himself forced to rely on others and resist his own cynical nature to obtain needed information. But will this reluctant decision to trust end with tragedy? The second book in the Maxwell Barnes Adventure Series is a high-speed adventure fringed with humor and death-defying escapades. Get it now to join the hunt...for the Crystal of Ahrum!

Bitterwood has spent the past twenty years hunting down dragons, one at a time. But he is getting old and the hate that he has carried in his heart since a group of dragon-soldiers killed his family is beginning to fade. When he kills the royal prince dragon, the king decides the only retribution is genocide of the human race. Bitterwood is forced to enter the Free City, the grand trap designed to eradicate mankind, with thousands of others. Can he lead from within, or can a select few dragons unite to stop the king's madness from becoming reality. Full of rich characters and drama, this is an amazingly astute vision of our own culture by way of a feudal kingdom where dragons rule, and humans are used as workers or pets.

In the 22nd century, mankind assimilated the Solar System within the orbits of the inner planets, and was gradually moving further out, beyond the asteroid belt, onward towards the outer planets. The recently discovered technology of remote manipulation gave people the capability of altering the orbit of celestial bodies of planetary size, which laid the foundation of a new era for the human race: the terraforming age. The colonization of space beyond the limits of the Solar System became only a matter of time. Soon after the first successful test, changing the orbit of Mercury, a strange object moving from the depths of space towards the centre of the Solar System entered the field of vision of a telescope at an observatory in Chile…

Smuggling precious cargo to a remote colony was supposed to be easy. I was dead wrong. Awarded Silver Honorable Mention in the recent first quarter Volume 40 of L. Ron Hubbard's Writers of the Future contest. Smuggling is a dangerous business and Reese Daniels has the score of a lifetime within his grasp; however, getting shot down on one of Uranus' moons wasn't in his plan. Stranded and on the run in the middle of an alien invasion, Reese must work with a group of Marine cadets to escape a grisly fate.

For fans of ACOTAR and The Bridge Kingdom, this enemies-to-lovers fantasy about a noblewoman who falls into a forbidden world and the dangerous outcast who can save her is a page-turning adventure! Still, when my prince vanishes there, I have to rescue him. I’ve been raised to serve him, after all. But the frozen Lands Below are nothing like I expected. And Rowan, the brilliant and bitter sentry who’s now my only hope of finding my way back to the Worlds Above, possesses strange, terrifying magic that’s made him an outcast. Even in the land of monsters. And the worst part is, I’m starting to like him. The first monster from the Worlds Above almost killed my brother. Now there’s another one, some lady on some quest. I should hate her for what her kingdom did to mine, and for what her precious prince did to my family. But my brother asks me for a favor, so here I am. Dragging a noblewoman from another world through the wilderness to reach the hole between our worlds. And why am I starting to feel like I don’t want to let her go? Snarky and steamy, Heart’s Rescue is an enemies-to-lovers adventure with dual point-of-view (his and hers). The first in a series of connected stand-alone novels, this sweeping tale of love, survival, and discovery ends with a hard-won Happily Ever After and is perfect for readers looking for a nice sprinkle of spice in their next swoon-worthy, passionate romance.

Traumatised by a recent case, private investigator John “Slim” Hardy tries to create a new life for himself on the remote Cornish coast. However, when he is recognised by a local woman, he is unable to resist the draw of a dark mystery which has left a long shadow over the village. Fourteen years earlier, a local man, Richard Maynard, died in mysterious circumstances. The only witness was his five-year-old daughter, Ellen. Now, Richard’s sister, Wendy, wants answers. But the only person who might have them is Ellen, now a wraith haunting the dark recesses of a nearby town. Was Richard murdered? And if so, by whom? And does Ellen have the answers? Or only more questions? When the Wind Blows is a dark mystery of small town lies and deceit, and secrets that remain buried until the last page from Jack Benton, the acclaimed author of The Man By the Sea and The Clockmaker’s Secret.

"Guns and handbags, all the things you need to start a war." What’s in those millions of steel containers crossing the oceans and on our roads and railways? Sharon O’Mara discovers on a blistering beach in Mexico that it’s luxury knockoffs, sex traffickers, and death. Who were those bodies left for weeks in a shipping container and what’s their connection to Chinese Tongs and Mexican Cartels. O’Mara is irresistibly drawn to finding out the source of the depravity found stacked on the wharfs of Oakland and hidden in the back alleys of San Francisco…

She let everyone down. He stunned the people of their small town. Can these broken souls heal each other or are some scars too deep to mend? Josie Michaels has dedicated her entire life to winning an Olympic gold medal. When an injury steals her ability to swim competitively, her entire life crashes down around her. Alex Biggs is a heartbroken father doing his best to raise a happy, healthy little girl, even though he is in the center of the biggest scandal the seaside Maine town of Brunswick Bay Harbor has ever seen––his wife, Claire, is missing and almost everyone thinks he’s behind her disappearance. Josie needs a job, and the only one she’s qualified for is being a nanny to Alex’s adorable daughter, Hannah. Will working for the town’s most notorious murder suspect bring Jo the purpose she craves, or will it prove to be a deadly mistake? Fans of Jill Shalvis, Bella Andre, and Melissa Foster are sure to enjoy this page-turning contemporary romance series. Will Josie and Alex find a way to heal each other and move on from their tragic pasts, or has their path to happiness already been crushed beyond repair? Find out now in Shattered Diamonds. This exciting romance novel has been known to make readers desperate to dive into the next book in this series. You’ve been warned!

Gideon, a young and gifted electromagnetics engineer, finds himself stationed at Green Bank Observatory, with the United States' most powerful radio telescope at his fingertips. Utilizing groundbreaking techniques, he stumbles upon an unexplainable radio signal emerging from just outside our solar system. Soon, he is thrust into a world of science and politics as humanity steps into the unknown. Trust morphs into fear as the dark shroud of the discovery is lifted, revealing the true intentions that will forever alter the course of the human race. AS1 is a hard science fiction epic that combines meticulous scientific accuracy with a gripping narrative. This tale of discovery, speculation, and deceit will captivate fans of acclaimed works such as Arrival and Project Hail Mary, offering a realistic and thought-provoking journey into the unknown.

Keats is my enemy. Which makes the fact that we end up in bed together even more complicated—especially considering he’s also my grumpy next-door neighbor. It started with him being the bane of my existence. The uptight, infuriatingly handsome lawyer with a permanent scowl and a glare sharp enough to slice glass. He storms over every time my mail ends up in his box—or whenever he feels like reminding me that photography isn’t a “real” job. Keats knows exactly how to get under my skin, and honestly? Half the time I want to strangle him. The other half…I’m trying not to imagine what he looks like shirtless. The tension between us? It's electric. And one night, it snaps. What starts as a moment of weakness turns into something more a no-strings-attached, enemies-with-benefits situation. Totally unintentional. Totally addictive. But the more time we spend together, the more cracks I see in Keats’s carefully constructed armor. The way he shows up when things go wrong at my house. His playing hero card does something to me. Apparently, he’s not the man I thought he was—and I’m not sure I want to return to hating him. We never meant for this to mean something. But it’s starting to feel a lot like everything I’ve ever wanted. Banter, steam, and low on angst, Everything I Wanted is the first in the Everhope Road series, a spin-off from the Lake Spark world. It can be read as a standalone.

Is it love, or just a little harmless sex? Max has always been Anna's knight in shining armor. But Max has always seen her as a charming, and very sexy, little sister. Until Max's cold fiancé dumps him, Anna unloads another of her many conquests and she invites him over for margaritas and Mexican food. Too much tequila, too much flirting, and too many years of fighting the attraction—Max loses control and has mind-blowing sex with Anna on her couch. And in her shower. And in her bed. When the sun rises the next morning, both of them must face that their night together is just the first of many. For Max, he knows he wants Anna forever, but convincing a commitment-phobe like Anna is no easy task. For Anna, she can't believe she has finally slipped beneath Max's steely self-control. He is every woman's dark, wet fantasy come true. But what happens when Max pushes Anna for more than just A Little Harmless Sex? This book was previously published, but has been substantially revised and expanded for Samhain Publishing. Warning: this title contains the following, explicit sex, graphic terms for body parts, torture via silk stockings, a little spanking, and shower and office sex.

I made a horrible mistake. At my class reunion, I kissed Owen Conrad—my sworn enemy of over ten years. The former baseball player is my opposite in every way. Where I’m organized and considerate of others, he’s chaotic and selfish. Where I’m polite and dependable, he’s brash and flaky. The one thing we have in common is that we’re both teachers at Sapphire Creek High School, so I can add “co-workers” to the list of reasons I should not have kissed him. I blame the champagne, but he doesn’t buy it. No matter how hard I try to convince him to pretend it never happened, Owen refuses to forget it. He insists there’s something between us—a spark worth exploring. And it’s not long before I have to admit he’s right. The laid-back giant with a boyish, lopsided smirk is actually very generous and fun. He also knows me surprisingly well and sees beyond the walls I’ve built around my heart. When I’m with him, I’m more than schedules and rulebooks. But no matter how charming he is, it doesn’t change our professional dilemma. It’s taken me years to establish an impeccable reputation and a well-rounded career for a promotion I desperately want—and deserve. A relationship with Owen would put everything I’ve worked for at stake. Is an unexpected love worth the risk?

Falrus is a small planet in the First Galaxy, far away from Earth. This idyllic world is separated from the darker and little-understood half of the First Galaxy by Line Desimak, an imaginary line similar to Earth's equator. Giren and Gomi Demba are twins with different personalities; they consider themselves "friendly enemies." Their science-prodigy friend, Square, builds a robot named Professor Potty who proves to be far more than an über intelligent toy! The President and Commander Bonzok from the OLD World (Outside Line Desimak) decide it's time Falrus comes under their rule. These tyrants will stop at nothing to take over the entire galaxy. The twins, Square and Professor Potty must devise a plan to stop them. But a sequence of events will put one of the twins smack dab in the middle of a very dangerous situation. Can Falrus be saved from the evil clutches of two powerful leaders who want the First Galaxy all to themselves? With the school year drawing to a close, these adventurous friends (with the help of a dancing robot) intend to keep Falrus the way it's always been and just maybe, make some "out of their world" friends along the way. Joanna Monigatti writes a thrilling fantasy filled with fun and adventure, where young protagonists take on very powerful nemeses. Fans of the genre will eagerly anticipate the sequel to this stellar debut novel. Monigatti is an author and physician from London who lives in St. Moritz, Switzerland with her husband and is writing the sequel to Attack on Planet Falrus. Author

I’ve waited long enough. Lysandra DeSantis has been promised to me since the day she was born—a blood truce binding our families, sealing our fate. She’s meant to be mine. My bride. My queen. But when the time comes, she runs. A game of cat and mouse begins, and Lysandra proves she’s just as cunning, just as ruthless as I am. But she’s forgetting one thing. I always catch what’s mine. She thinks she can set the terms, rewrite the rules, negotiate her way out of my grasp. But every time she slips through my fingers, she only makes me want her more. Her fire. Her defiancé. Her body. And when I finally get my hands on her again, I won’t be so forgiving. She can fight me all she wants. But she was always meant to be my wife. And I don’t lose.

Creating our fantasy jars filled with love notes of our secret desires was a way to revive the monotonous routine that had become our marriage. But pulling that little piece of paper with my husband's most desired secret was a shock I wasn’t prepared for. To watch my wife I never knew that he was a voyeur. I didn’t realize he had a hunger to witness another man give me pleasure. And I had no idea I would like it as much as I did. Meeting the perfect man to fulfill this desire was easy. Having him take me in the corner of a dark club while my husband watched was surprisingly simple. Running into the sexy stranger at my new client meeting the next day. Extremely problematic. Especially because I never told him I was married. Especially because a desire still burns for both him and for my husband. And the secrets we hide could destroy us all.

They invited it in—without asking what it would replace. Seven years. Countless sacrifices. And now, anthropologist Zadie Thornton’s doctoral work on how humanity might adapt to AI is already obsolete. With her PhD in jeopardy, she accepts her uncle’s mysterious offer to glimpse AI’s future, expecting a top-secret research facility. Instead, she wakes up on another planet. Mushēški is home to the Anunnaki, descendants of ancient Sumerians who merged AI into their DNA five millennia ago. The result? Superhuman cognition… but at a cost. Their emotions have dulled. Their thoughts have grown uniform. They believed they’d reached the pinnacle of evolution, until a destabilizing disorder called Quantum Psychosis began stripping away the last traces of who they were. In pursuit of a solution, the Anunnaki have recreated extinct human species in vast biodomes. For Zadie, it’s the opportunity of a lifetime. The chance to observe what humanity once was, while living among what her people could one day become. As fascination battles unease, she agrees to stay. To revive her career, and maybe even stop Earth from making the same mistakes. But as the disorder spreads, the Anunnaki’s noble intentions give way to increasingly unethical measures, forcing Zadie to confront the true cost of progress—and what it really means to be human. EDITORIAL REVIEWS: "Author M A Noordermeer has written a book like none I've ever read before, and this cerebral, high-concept sci-fi tale is told with a human heart and philosophical edge, almost like a morality tale for the modern age. A highly recommended and impressive sci-fi work for fans of smart, urgent, and imaginative writing." — K.C. Finn, Readers' Favorite "A thoughtful exploration of what makes us human and what we risk when we offload that humanity to our creations. Fans of philosophical sci-fi with emotional resonance and existential dread will find a lot to admire here." — Gabriella Harrison, Independent Book Review "An enthralling blend of adventure, speculative technology, and suspense...Noordermeer whisked me away from reality and dropped me into a world of imagination with a well-paced plot." — Keith Mbuya, Readers' Favorite "Her compelling narrative style, meticulous attention to detail, and steady pacing immerse readers in the adventure. Kudos to Noordermeer for seamlessly transforming an academic topic into an exhilarating science fiction adventure that both purists and casual readers will enjoy." — Essien Asian, Readers' Favorite

Can he let go of the past for true love? Commander of the vampire army, Craig found and lost his mate three hundred years ago. Or so he thought. Then he meets Brianna Jones. When they are thrown together in Italy and Brianna’s life is threatened by vampire rebels, their powerful attraction becomes undeniable. But they both know a human cannot stay in his world and Craig doesn’t believe it’s possible the sassy human could be his mate. It’s his job to protect the race, and now the sophisticated operation of the rebellion threatens their very existence. He can’t allow his feelings for Brianna to distract him and knows he must return Brianna to Los Angeles and wipe her memories when it is safe. Can he win the war and let Brianna go? Or will he face his past and fight for true love? The Vampire Protector is book three of the Moretti Blood Brothers, a steamy new paranormal romance series filled with powerful alpha males and independent females who aren’t afraid to give them a run for their money.

Mesmerized, Mira watched the two women. They had a bond, a history, a connection that couldn’t be broken by distance or time. They would always be sisters. Only Mira didn’t have that. Maybe sisters fought or held grudges, but maybe they listened, cried when you cried, laughed when you laughed. Maybe they made difficult times bearable. Warren couldn’t understand that—nor her desperate need for those sister-like bonds. But he could encourage her to go searching for them. Embarking on a daunting trip alone, Mira meets Kailani, a young girl with a troubling home life, Cordelia, energetic but haunted, Dylan, Aissa and others. But how can she get to know anyone when she doesn’t know herself? And once she does, might they need her more than she needs them?

All Amelia wants is a fresh start and an honest life running her new café – and maybe someone to share it with. But a clean break from the past isn’t so easy, especially when trouble keeps finding her. With constant supply problems and her café running in the red, her dream seems about to slip through her fingers. When thieves break in to her business, two of Amelia’s hottest customers intervene. Dane and Forrest are regulars, and Amelia isn’t sure if they’re big fans of her coffee…or if both men just might be interested in her. They invite her to the biggest event of the year to meet their boss, Stephan Moriarty: tech mogul, richest man in the city, and most eligible bachelor. It isn’t long before Amelia finds herself embroiled with this group of powerful men who seem to have secrets of their own. But secrets have a way of catching up with you. Soon, Amelia’s past and the dangerous life her new admirers lead converges, and Amelia is caught in the middle. Four men are after her heart, and someone wants her business destroyed - maybe her life along with it. Protective, sexy, and dangerous men are after her, and if she isn't careful, her heart will be theirs. This is a full-length light contemporary reverse harem mafia romance.

He’s known as the CIA’s top mercenary fixer. But he can’t fix this. Jacob Smith Seven years. Seven long miserable years since he’d ripped his heart from his chest and left it on her doorstep when he walked away from her. But, he’d had no choice. At least, he’d thought he hadn’t. He was too entrenched in the CIA’s underground world to safely ever have a wife and family. But now, after turning his CIA dealings into a very lucrative mercenary career, here he was, about to embark on a ten-day cruise with his cabin next to hers, not by coincidence—although she didn’t know it yet. He wasn’t known as a ‘fixer’ for nothing. Maybe it was time to try to fix his broken heart, and hers—if she’d let him. And that was a big if, given how he’d shattered hers so long ago. Reignited is Book Three in the Ensenada Heat series. Each book is a standalone, with a guaranteed HEA and no cliffhangers. This book has themes of domestic discipline. If that's not your thing, please don't buy this book.

A killer with a white picket fence. Suburbia, a great place for a man with secrets to hide while investing in some solid real estate. The biggest drawback? Neighbors. In this case, a neighbor with sexy curves and a bright smile. Good thing she's not his type. Single moms with annoying ex-husbands are on the do-not-date list. Stay away. Calvin wants to; it's just not happening. He can't help but find himself drawn to the chaos next door. And when danger threatens his suburban lifestyle, this assassin doesn't hesitate to act. Killing people is easy. Domestication, on the other hand...

A rogue government faction—AC10—is out for blood. FIRE (Federal Investigations and Reconnaissance Enforcement) is the only thing standing in their way. FIRE agent Isobel “Izzy” O’Keefe doesn’t back down from a fight. Smart, deadly, and armed with a custom taser whip, she lives to take down threats. But when her body begins showing signs of a mysterious neurodegenerative illness—and her partner is captured—Izzy’s mission turns personal fast. FBI profiler A.J. Cooper is sent undercover as Izzy’s new partner to expose the traitor leaking intel from inside FIRE. Working alongside her is part of the job. Falling for her isn’t. Especially when the enemy always seems to be one step ahead. As AC10 prepares to weaponize stolen biometric tech, Coop and Izzy must navigate deadly traps, shifting loyalties, and the ticking time bomb of her failing health. One misstep could cost them the mission—and each other. Silent Access is a fast-paced suspense thriller with a slow-burn romance that simmers through six explosive books.

The best type of growing up involves getting down and dirty Vicki Hansol made different choices than her less-than-reputable mom and sister, yet her fiery temper has left her branded with the same town-bad-girl label. When she desperately needs a change of scenery, her get-out-of-town-free ticket arrives—and requires she face down one of her deepest fears. Easygoing Joel Coleman has nothing to complain about, but he’s never really done anything to brag about either. The youngest member of the Six Pack Ranch is looking to make some changes in his life that include stepping out from under his twin brother’s shadow. So when the bold beauty with the smart mouth approaches him with a proposition, Joel is intrigued. Her request for him to teach her to ride soon takes on a whole new meaning. All that passion in his arms, his bed, in the barn…hell, anywhere he can get it? Bring it on. But tangling the sheets leads to unanticipated complications, and by the time the dust settles, everything family means is going to be challenged. Caution: Saddle up for some youthful vigor applied with great enthusiasm. Ropes, rails and raunchy sex—there’s more places to get dirty around the ranch than first meets the eye.

In the shadowed depths of the mountains, young women from my village vanish without a trace. Driven by determination, I set out to rescue them, only to uncover a secret world where wild werewolves thrive. But nothing prepares me for the encounter with not one, but three alpha werewolves, each more irresistible than the last, each desiring me to join their pack. Caught in a whirlwind of untamed passion, I am drawn into a realm where pleasure and danger go hand in hand. As these powerful beasts lay bare their desires, I find myself questioning everything I believed about love, loyalty, and the nature of monsters. This is a blazing tale of forbidden temptation and seductive power, where the boundaries between predator and prey blur in a sultry embrace. Dive into a tantalizing standalone erotic novella where a daring young woman is pursued by a dominating pack of alpha werewolves, each vying for her heart and soul, leading to a very hot HEA.

\\\PLEASE NOTE: This book was previously published as Punished By The Beast. Only the title and cover have been changed. All other content remains the same.* She’s a butterfly caught in a spider’s web. I’ll make a meal out of her for sure. There’s not a soul alive who can stop me. She’ll never escape my nightmarish, medieval castle. It was built in the 14th century and was made to withstand enemy invasions. There’s no way in...and no way out. Unless I order my men to stand down. And I won’t. Just picture this: scary gargoyles, pointed turrets, heavily armed men milling outside the castle and an imposing drawbridge, which sits above a cavernous moat. She can beg all she wants, but there’s no changing my mind. I promised her a fate worse than death, and I intend to deliver on that promise. If nothing else, I’m a monster of my word. Hell, fulfilling my father’s dying wish is the only thing that matters to me. The rest be damned. Or at least that’s what I tell myself. \WARNING: This is an over-the-top book with explicit sex scenes, violence, adult themes and adult language.\

Caitlin I’ve been kept in a gilded cage. Hidden from the world of men. I was naïve. I was innocent. Until him. Until the night the King of the criminal underworld took me as his own. Keenan I’m heir to the throne. The King of the underworld. When the livelihood of my men is at stake, I take no prisoners… Until her. No one will touch her. No one will look at her. My virgin captive. My wife.

“This series is my new addiction!”~ Reviewer Nothing's ever as it seems in Ohia, Maui, especially for me, Kat Smith. I'm Secret Service, not Postal Service, stuck in the back end of paradise and making the best of it when the grasping plans of a developer threaten to take out our small town. Even the evil post office cat, Tiki, is outraged by the hostile takeover of our “small island.” Meanwhile, someone's out there whacking the bad guys. Literally. I have to find a way to help, or I might lose the place and people I'm coming to love. "If you like the MIss Fortune series, you'll love Kat and her clue crew on Maui!" ~Reviewer "Toby Neal does it again!" ~Reviewer

Mia takes her role at the sanctuary for mythical creatures very seriously. She's spent years tending to injured fauns, mischievous pixies, and orphaned baby dragons. But when brutally injured unicorns start turning up, she fears something ominous is headed their way. Then Mia witnesses something very few humans a phoenix’s fiery rebirth. And now, that phoenix wants her dead. Asher has lived for centuries, surviving by a rule that cannot be no one can witness his resurrection and live. But something about Mia stops him from killing her. A feeling he can’t explain. The more time they spend together, the stronger the pull between them becomes. Something deeper than fate, more powerful than instinct. Now, the ruthless Shadow Guild is closing in, and the sanctuary and its inhabitants are on the brink of annihilation. Mia and Asher must fight together if they want to protect the creatures and each other. Because some connections are impossible to break. And some loves are destined to burn forever. For fans of slow-burn romantasy, high-stakes adventure, and breathtaking magical worlds, A Sanctuary for Fire & Fate is the first book in a spellbinding new series where love and destiny collide.

Childhood friends. Summer house neighbors. Destined for forever. But that was before the boy who once held me under the stars, started tearing me apart in the halls of our elite prep school. I thought I’m just the girl he loves to break. What I didn’t know? Is that behind the cruel smirks and cutting words… are old wounds, darker secrets, and a desire he never stopped hiding. He says I’ll beg. He says I’ll break. But he has no idea, I’ve already shattered. EVERY QUIET BREATH is a dark, emotional enemies to lovers romance for mature readers. obsession, mental health themes, intense chemistry, and eventual healing, and hard-earned Happily Ever After.

From USA Today Bestselling Author KL Donn comes an intense hurt/comfort, surprise baby romance with a man who is drifting through life and a woman who only wants to help him heal. I’m not worthy. Of her. Of life. Of anything. A pawn in a war not my own, I came back with scars. More than any one person should bear. When I meet MiaBella Dion, I didn’t know. She’s the sister of an MC President. Innocent as the day is long. And carrying my baby. Every instinct I have says to claim her. My obsession grows day after day. I’m. Not. Worthy. That all changes when she’s attacked. I was a pawn once, now vengeance is in my future.

From the moment I killed that demon, I knew my world would never be the same. If you love Good Omens by Terry Pratchett, Penryn & the End of Days series by Susan Ee, and Fallen Academy by Leia Stone this book will become your next obsession! On a routine call to rescue humans, celestial warrior Gladriel kills a demon, a once-an-eon occurrence. And now its brethren plan to exact revenge. Despite the Almighty’s explicit order to let him handle things, after a month of his inaction, Glad feels ignored and breaks rank to fight back. But she’s expelled from Heaven for insubordination, as a result. Glad finds herself enrolled at Morningstar Academy, a school dedicated to re-educating newly fallen angels. The core curriculum: making human lives a living hell, and compliance is mandatory. Never having encountered such radical ideas before, Glad finds her beliefs thoroughly challenged, but she refuses to capitulate. She just hopes she’s strong enough to weather the trials that will come with her defiancé. During one of her first classes, massive numbers of humans suddenly disappear from Earth and she and her new classmates are charged with discovering who is behind it. As they search for clues, she realizes these events are the beginning of an ancient prophecy foretelling humanity’s and her new home’s annihilation. Despite her rebellion against the school’s rules, can Glad win over her new classmates and persuade them to help her stop it? Cursed, book one in USA Today Bestselling author LRW Lee’s Morningstar Academy, is a new world packed with action, intrigue, romance, and characters you’ll fall in love with. Readers have called it angels and demons on steroids! Tropes: angels v demons on steroids, ride-or-die friendship, end-of-the-world prophecy, slow-burn, friends-to-lovers romance, playful banter, found family vibes, dual POV Buy Now to experience this fallen angel apocalyptic fantasy that will have you denying your need for sleep.

Book 1 of The Crowe Sisters Trilogy! Half human, half witch. Hated by both sides, Zoeli doesn't trust anyone, least of all her backstabbing twin sister Saria. Zoeli's family used to reign over the supernatural realm. When Zoeli's mother, Alaina Crowe, broke magical law to marry a human, their family was torn apart, and the Crowes were removed from the throne. Someone's still angry that the Crowes were dethroned. Someone who's been watching, plotting, and biding their time... As Zoeli uncovers more secrets, deceptions and lies surrounding the royal families, she discovers that a handsome sorcerer, Damian, has been following her. He claims that he only means to protect her, but can she trust him? In a world where nothing is what it seems and danger lurks around every corner, Zoeli's running out of time. A supernatural force more powerful than she ever imagined is coming after the Crowe sisters. If Zoeli can’t make amends with Saria, she’ll face the battle of her lifetime—alone.

A spell gone wrong. A teenage girl fighting for survival. The fate of a world hangs in the balance. A splintered portal spell strands sixteen-year-old Mira in a magical realm where she is befriended by a sprite assassin and attacked by goblins. Mira must learn how to survive a world callously ruled by the Sidhe and with a revolution of the downtrodden races of the land looming over her head. Mira gets entangled in a fight that will eventually decide the fate of the realm. Along the way, she discovers that she can make a difference. Eventually, Mira must decide whether the plight of this world she finds herself in is as important as getting home.

They have awoken as far away from home as it ever gets… Laura and Jason Sinclair did not want to be transported from Earth, but their alien hosts have plans to take them even further beyond their comfort zone. They are on a space station, orbiting a mysterious planet in a strange new galaxy. And they must battle for the future of a group of humans who are being used in a breathtaking scheme of cosmic survival—for both aliens and humans alike. And in the process, they will determine the future of Earth. To succeed, they must solve the puzzle of extraterrestrial races in the throes of a perplexing and historic conflict. But who can they really trust as they struggle to understand the challenging and hostile environment that holds them in a grip of iron? If you like Close Encounters, Contact, and Arrival, then you’ll love Amidst Alien Stars_, the standalone second novel of a gripping new alien interaction series from Clayton Graham. _ _"There is world building of such depth and lush detail that you could almost feel it." Kay Mack TOP 1000 REVIEWER _ "Not only is this an exciting, action-packed page turner - I love the intelligence reflected, the witty dialogue, and the genuine depth in the characters’ emotions." Meenaz Lodhi "Admirable world-building and the unsurpassable, indefatigable, drive of the human spirit to not just survive, but to thrive, power this engrossing sequel to the author's debut science fiction novel, Milijun." Mallory A Haws

Silvia Greco's family is anything but peaceful and hasn't been together in over six years. But when her brother graduates high school, Silvia is drafted into helping her mother organize a family gathering and welcomes the challenge. In her journey to make peace in her quirky, feuding family, she learns that peace isn't something that's freely existing but something that needs to be cultivated. In other words, she learns that olive branches don't grow on trees. Best of 2012, Suspense Magazine!

In a world where the threads of reality fray and unravel like a well-worn tapestry, my life is abruptly woven into a tangled mess of fate. The cost of my transformation is greater than I could have imagined. A cataclysmic upheaval shakes the foundation of my entire family, threatening to tear us apart. The toll nearly claims my beloved husband's life, pushing the boundaries of our endurance to their very limits. Unfortunately, I cannot escape this ethereal web of fate. Thrust into a role I never asked for, I have no choice but to evolve until I become a guardian of relics. I will carry the weight of ancient powers and hidden truths like a sentinel in a world teetering on the precipice of chaos, or I will perish while trying. To protect those I hold dear, I accept a task as treacherous as dancing with a witch's curse, as daunting as taming a raging storm. Desperately racing against time to construct a sanctuary for the mystical artifacts that hold the key to both salvation and destruction is as much to safeguard my loved ones as it is to protect the antiquities themselves. With the most precious lives hanging in the balance, I simply cannot afford to fail. As I journey through realms both arcane and familiar, I grapple with the burden of my destiny. The mundane and the mystical clash deep within me, testing my resolve and unraveling everything I thought to be real about my ordinary life. Armed with endless love, determination, and a touch of sarcasm, I press onward, seeking answers to my questions and untangling the secrets knitted within the ancient remains I'm now compelled to protect. My name is Nylah, and this is the story of how the goddess Artemis saw fit to turn my life upside down by shaping my magical being into a Relic Keeper.

I thought I’d never see her again. Ten years ago, we spent two weeks together. Fourteen inseparable days, just for her to disappear like she never existed. Now she’s here, in the last place I expected, sneaking around the lifestyle club where I run security. But before I can confront her to demand answers, she runs. So what would any military trained, ex-NavySEAL do when he’s determined to get what he wants? Anything. Including buying the house next door to her. Now I watch her as she does yoga practically naked in her backyard and goes on dates with other men, sending my controlled existence into a complete tailspin. I’m determined to find out what happened, but she’s insistent on ignoring our past and keeping secrets from me that I can’t seem to uncover. Unfortunately for her, I’m patient. And even though she’s turning my simple structured life upside down, I’ll stop at nothing to get what I want. And what I want is her. \\\\\\\\\\ The Games We Play is book 3 (Seamus’ book) in the interconnected standalone Balance of Power series. A grumpy/sunshine, second chance romance, told in a past/present timeline with Dual POVs. It will make you smile and kick your feet with giddiness, but still brings all the open door spice you can expect from a Berlin Wick book. Please check TW’s on the authors website before reading.

Modern dating can be such a killer… True-crime enthusiast, Dr. Kylie Saunders is two years into an arduous medical training program in New York City, which leaves her with little time for romance. Until she meets Dr. Blake Weathers. A fellow resident with an intense passion for neurosurgery, devilishly good looks and irresistible charm, Blake is completely intoxicating. Yet Kylie can't shake the unsettling feeling that the enigmatic surgeon is hiding something. After sending Kylie mixed messages following several promising dates, she reluctantly calls things off with Blake and focuses on meeting someone through the Connections app. But when a friend and colleague is brutally murdered, and Kylie discovers a secret that links Blake to the crime, her reservations about him intensify. As she delves further into the mystery surrounding the murder, while attempting to turn her love life around, Kylie soon learns that the Manhattan dating scene is far deadlier than she could have imagined. When the police suspect the killer used Connections to lure the victim, Kylie’s search for answers reveals a terrifying truth: that they’re about to take a swipe at her next…

\\\* Winner - 2025 International Impact Book Awards \\\* Finalist - 2024 Four Seasons Book Awards Interested in increasing your resilience, being at your best, achieving your goals, and making lasting improvements in your life? A High-Performing Mind will show you how to strengthen your mind and introduce you to the 12 Attributes of High Performers. It will help you to develop the mental skills, mindsets, habits, and understanding that you need to find a sense of purpose, happiness, and the success you are looking for. Each chapter is carefully designed to provide you with the insights and tools to overcome any challenge, setback, or failure, build resilience, find out what really holds you back, and increase your clarity so that you can perform at your best when it matters most and make lasting life improvements. When our minds are strong, we are calmer, more creative, and perform better in our daily lives. This leads to getting better results, achieving more of our goals, and finding greater levels of success. This easy-to-read and inspirational self-improvement book, weaves powerful lessons through entertaining short stories that show you how to: ► Gain clarity about what you want and increase creativity and focus. ► Overcome procrastination and get from "Dirty Discipline" to "Warrior Mentality". ► Get past what truly holds you back from achieving the things you care about. ► Develop the skills to stand out, master your craft, and excel in your pursuits. ► Overcome the fear and the barriers that block you from success. A High-Performing Mind will show you how to create the life you want by providing you with the insights, tools, and focus to make the improvements you need and get the most out of your circumstances—whether you’re aiming for the top, struggling to get through challenging times, or looking to find simple ways to live a more meaningful and rewarding life. Let's get started today! \\\* Andrew D Thompson is a former professional athlete, hospitality industry executive, and high-performance coach who survived a debilitating and life threatening illness in 2016 that left him bedridden for months and took years to overcome. His unique life experiences helped him to identify and develop the 12 key attributes of high performers, which he not only draws on to elevate the performance of elite athletes, business leaders, and anyone looking to improve their circumstances, but were also critical for him making it through and fully recovering from the mystery disease that ravaged his life. A High-Performing Mind is his inspiring and motivating personal-development guide that shows you how to develop your own high performing mind so that you can expand your capabilities, overcome any adversity, perform at your best when it counts, and live a more enjoyable life with greater success—no matter who you are. \\\* "Andrew helped me develop the tools to recover from challenges and setbacks and realize my potential. I would highly recommend A High-Performing Mind to anyone looking to excel or to build resilience to navigate life’s challenges." — Dr. Alexi Gosset “If you want to move beyond challenges, access more possibilities, shift your mindset and invest into your personal and professional success, then “A High-Performing Mind” is a must read!” — Jill Hewlett, Brain Fitness Expert Author: Common Sense Uncommonly Practiced “Andrew D. Thompson has created an empowering read that offers simple and effective steps for building resilience and finding inner strength. A High-Performing Mind is a great resource for readers seeking to enhance their mental and emotional well-being and live a more fulfilling life."-— 5 Stars, Courtnee Turner Hoyle, Readers' Favorite "This book is both easy and deep. It can help anyone get past mental blocks and achieve long-term success. It's an inspiring and useful book that I know I'll read again and again.”— 5 Stars, Anette Engel, The Book Revue

Touch her and die. That's the rule. Isolde Alcott has worn her curse like armor for three years. The winter veil keeps everyone at arm's length, which is exactly where she needs them. As leader of the mortal rebellion, she's spent a decade planning to kill the vampire king who murdered her mother. She doesn't need softness. She doesn't need touch. She just needs him dead. But ancient magic doesn't care what she needs. When a coronation spell marks Isolde as the fated queen of Tiberian Holt, the very monster she's sworn to destroy, she's dragged into the Palace of Shadow with a countdown carved into her bones. Forty days to marry him. Forty days to consummate a bond she didn't choose. And if she refuses? Both realms collapse into nothing. The magic is cruel in its it can sense pretense. She can't just endure his touch. She has to want it. And every day she resists, someone she loves dies in their sleep. Touch him and betray everything she believes. Don't touch him, and watch her family die one by one. Tiberian is nothing like she expected. His secrets run deeper than his sins, and his hands are gentle where they should be brutal. The mate bond pulls her closer with every passing night, and her traitorous body is starting to answer. But some truths can shatter a woman more completely than any curse. And the proof she finds about her mother's death? It will either save her or break her beyond repair. Enemies-to-lovers. Forced proximity. Touch her and die... unless you're the one man she's sworn to kill. 🌙 For readers who enemies-to-lovers, angst, forced proximity, devotion, dark vampire kings, heroines who rise from victim to goddess, and found family.

Christmas. For Fallon, it was the worst time of year. Each festive holiday served only to highlight the devastating event that on Christmas Eve years ago, irrevocably changed her life. They say revenge is a dish best served cold, and this Christmas, Fallon is prepared to embrace the chill. That is, unless someone gets in her War, the enigmatic stranger who seemed to appear everywhere she turned, or her stepbrother, Hitch, whose infatuation with her had lingered since their teenage years. As the holiday approaches, Fallon's icy exterior begins to crack as she finds herself unexpectedly drawn to both men, despite their attempts to sabotage her plans. With each passing day, old wounds are reopened, and the seemingly impenetrable barrier around Fallon's heart begins to soften. As they navigate the treacherous waters of the past, a glimmer of hope begins to emerge, and Fallon must confront the truth about her darkest secret. Will she continue down the path of vengeance, or will she find redemption and forgiveness in the most unlikely of places?

They say I was supposed to die. Instead, they invited me to a school that doesn't exist. Briar Thorne spent eighteen years in foster care, feeling wrong in her own skin. Then a mysterious letter arrives—full scholarship to Thornwood Academy. She has nothing to lose. She should've known better. Thornwood isn't a school. It's a prison for cursed fae nobility. And the four princes who rule it? They're dying. Lysander Thornwood - The Winter Prince who freezes everything he touches. Two hundred years without human contact. Until her. Rowan Ashwood - The wolf shifter who loses control during any strong emotion. Gentle giant. Deadly beast. Desperate for connection. Thorne Blackbriar - The empath who absorbs everyone's pain. Hides behind jokes because the alternative is screaming. She's his only relief. Caspian Nightshade - The death prince whose lovers all die within a year. Obsessed. Terrified. Determined to save her from himself. They need her to break their curses. She needs them to survive the execution order the Fae Courts just issued on her head. But breaking curses requires bonding rituals—emotional, physical, and soul-deep. And completing those bonds means giving up her humanity forever. Two weeks to decide: Stay human and die. Or become fae and bind herself to four princes for eternity. Easy choice, right? Except her mother leads the Covenant—an organization determined to "save" Briar by kidnapping her. The transformation is consuming her faster than anyone expected. And she's starting to realize that love is the most dangerous curse of all. THORNS OF WINTER is book 1 in The Thornwood Legacy, a complete five-book dark fae reverse harem romance with fated mates, touch-starved heroes, found family, and a happily ever after for Briar and ALL her princes. Features explicit steam, gothic atmosphere, and a Thorn Witch who's done apologizing for being powerful. Reading order: Thorns of Winter (Book 1) → Shadows of Spring (Book 2) → Briars of Summer (Book 3) → Embers of Autumn (Book 4) → Roses at Midnight (Book 5) Perfect for fans of A Court of Thorns and Roses, Zodiac Academy, and Beasts of the Briar who want their heroine claimed by ALL her powerful fae princes. Content warning: Explicit sexual content (reverse harem), violence, discussions of past trauma. Intended for mature readers 18+.

The son of The Dark Lord joins forces with the Executioner Knights to bring you the Medieval Romance you’ve been waiting for. It’s a no-holds barred, dark and passionate romance where the rules don’t apply. Prepare to enter the Darkness... Coleby de Velt is the firstborn son of the notorious Dark Lord, Ajax de Velt. He grew up idolizing his father—and knowing all about his history—and he has his father's dark streak. That makes him a perfect agent for William Marshal and the Executioner Knights. As William Marshal himself says—'Tis better to be at the Devil's right hand than in his path...' And Coleby is definitely the Devil. He's the spawn of The Dark Lord and everything that goes with it. When Coleby falls for an unusual woman, it’s with his whole heart. He doesn’t know how to do anything half-measure—and he doesn’t know how to protect himself. Lady Corisande “Cori” de Bourges, an accomplished woman of considerable talent, has bewitched him and for a sweet moment in time, Coleby experiences something he’s never known before—a blooming love and a calm to his restless soul he can’t begin to describe. He believes he has finally found happiness. Perhaps the darkness has finally met with the light. Until the Scots attack and Cori is captured. Unfortunately for the Scots, The Dark Spawn is unleashed. Coleby will stop at nothing to rescue his beloved Cori, but when he finally regains her with surprising ease, a horrible truth is revealed. All is not as it seems. Can Coleby forgive the unforgivable? Or will The Dark Spawn’s heart turn cold? (Note: This is a dark romance with elements of Medieval brutality, as is expected in the Battle Lords of de Velt series. There is an unconventional love story with unconventional elements, but as always, a satisfying HEA.)

Heartbreak and devastation move toward triumph in the fifth and final installation of the Pam of Babylon stories. Pam is at last able to overcome the pain of Jack’s rejection, and her own role in perpetuating his deviance, when she meets Dan and falls in love. Her children move on with their lives in ways Pam would have never believed possible. Sandra fulfills her dreams with Tom, and a gift from Marie helps to complete their life together. Ashton and Ted build a beautiful life, and new discoveries make it richer than they thought possible, but with a twist. But don’t be deceived; what you see is not what you may get.

Supernatural creatures exist…and I might be one of them. As a private investigator, I’ve seen some interesting things. But nothing prepared me for what I discovered one night during a routine investigation. After surviving a homicidal vampire, a werewolf pack war, and a vindictive witch, you’d think Adam would be sick of me. Instead, the gorgeous vampire asked me to marry him. But to visualize a future with him, I must learn what’s hiding in my past. My dreams have begun to warn of a danger tied to my family—a Fae Prince, who’s determined to end us all for good.How does one stop the ancient power of the Fae? By breaking all the rules, of course.

When I first laid eyes on him, I should have run the other way. Trouble was written all over him, from the confident swagger in his stride and seductive curl of his lips, to his smug, knowing looks. Jaxson was irresistible . . .and I fell hard. Then he was killed. Now the ruthless, unforgiving boss of an underworld organization thinks I did it. I’ve gone rogue, hell-bent on both revenge and redemption. Whatever it takes, I'm going to finish a job that began nine months ago. An unauthorized assignment that turned horribly, devastatingly wrong. My miscalculation. My fault. My heart left shattered into incomplete pieces which will never wholly fit back together again. But first I have to outsmart the hired killer they've sent after me; a killer who knows my every move, who’s been inside my head, who owns my heart. I'm the traitor, Kylie. The rogue mercenary. His newest assignment. And this is our love story.

1486 A.D. Fresh from his treacherous turning of the tides against Richard III in the Battle of Bosworth, Sir Gaston de Russe’s reputation is dark and dirty. Those loyal to Richard hate him and those loyal to Henry Tudor fear him. He is, after all, The Dark One. In order to gain a strong foothold in Yorkshire, Henry sends Gaston to one of the largest fortresses in the north, a massive bastion called Mt. Holyoak Castle. Having formerly belonged to Sir Guy Stoneley, who is now a prisoner in the White Tower after his capture at Bosworth, the castle is still the home to Guy’s wife, Remington, her three sisters, and her son. Gaston takes possession of Mt. Holyoak, pleased with his acquisition and intrigued with Lady Stoneley. Beautiful, somewhat shy and demure, Gaston soon comes to find out that Mt. Holyoak harbors a horrible secret of rape and abuse. Guy Stoneley abused his wife and sisters, so much so that the women look to Gaston as their saviour for taking Mt. Holyoak from Guy. As Gaston struggles to administer the North and form alliances with those still loyal to Richard, something more is taking place that threatens to distract him from his task. The lure, the power, is more than he can resist. A strong bond is forming between the knight believed to be the ultimate traitor and the lady who has known nothing but sorrow and horror. And with that realization, a delicate love story begins as two lonely people find solace and comfort with each other. Gaston soon realizes he loves Remington more than anything, which sets the stage for the biggest battle of his life: the fight against the Catholic Church in his quest for an annulment so he can marry her. Join Gaston and Remington as they embark on an epic adventure of discovery, love, anguish and sorrow, defeat and victory. From the hills of Yorkshire to the halls of London, share their story of a lifetime where dreams become reality and true love really does conquer all.

He’s an Alaska pilot. She needs a ride. There’s just one catch ... Rachel has a mission: get to her brother in small town Alaska and bring him home. She has a job to return to as soon as possible. Even a handsome pilot can’t distract her, and romance isn’t on her schedule. Noah flies for work and play. Ready for a vacation, he accidentally ends up in an adventure with Rachel. His mother’s been busy matchmaking, but Noah and Rachel may have a way to get her to stop. If they can keep their hearts out of it. You may have met Jonah’s brother, Adam, in Crazy About Alaska. Adam has four brothers and each will find love in the Alaska Matchmakers Romances. This is a standalone book which is part of a series. It’s clean and wholesome with no sex or swearing. The author is from Alaska, so she knows the real Alaska.

Finalist for the 2019 OZMA Fantasy Fiction awards, Chanticleer International Book Awards Damien Flynn finds himself in the midst of growing turmoil that he foresaw but was not equipped to handle. Denied the quill for speaking his mind, he finds himself shackled to a path spiraling downward. A brush with death can do wonders to help one re-evaluate their priorities and their morals but it remains to be seen just how Damien will proceed with his newfound perspective on mortality. Political espionage, assassinations, scandalous affairs, underhanded deals, and dirty politics threaten to plunge the known world into chaos with Damien Flynn in the middle. A powerful general, buoyed by a second with fractured morals, provides early and tangible victories but success brings attention they may not be ready for. Erudite and ruthless cunning stalks the would-be revolutionaries with pragmatism and patience. A threat of extinction that looms over every step forward. Damien Flynn must draw lots, he must choose a side; the wrong choice could end his life, so could the right one.

Some storms break us. Some storms build us. This one will do both. Arden Rivers wasn’t supposed to look back. Desperate to escape the weight of her past—and the stalker who refuses to let her go—she seizes a chance to start over. But before she can outrun the shadows, she crosses paths with Gideon Blackwell, a man who carries his own buried scars and a legacy steeped in secrets. Bound by loyalty, haunted by silence, and shaped by a family empire built on power, Gideon has spent years protecting himself from entanglements. Arden’s fire unsettles that. And for the first time, distance feels like its own kind of danger. As old threats resurface and trust begins to crack open, the two are drawn together in a slow-burning bond neither expected. But in a city built on deception—and a past that refuses to stay buried—love might be the most dangerous risk of all. The Storm and the Rose is a lyrical, emotionally charged novel about survival, legacy, and the fragile beauty of trust. For readers who crave slow-burn intimacy, atmospheric tension, and characters who feel like secrets waiting to be understood.

My stalker has taken everything from me. My job, my freedom, my peace of mind. When he breaks into my apartment, I barely escape with my life. My only option is trusting a gruff private investigator who promises he can keep me safe. He delivers me to his brother, a massive, silent mountain man who has barely left his remote cabin in fifteen years. Ben barely speaks, watches me with intense dark eyes, and makes my rescuer look downright chatty. He's supposed to protect me, keep me hidden until it's safe to go home. He's not supposed to make me feel like I belong here. \\\\\\\* I don't do people. Haven't since I was a teen. Then my brother dumps a terrified woman on my doorstep and asks me to keep her safe from some psycho who won't take no for an answer. She's everything I've avoided for fifteen years. Soft. Fragile. Human. She's also mine. My bear knew it the second she walked through my door. Now I have to keep her alive long enough to convince her that the safest place she'll ever be is right here with me. Even if it means facing the violent world I left behind. Even if it means becoming the monster I swore I'd never be again. A bear shifter romance with a protective mountain man hero, forced proximity, and a guaranteed HEA. No cliffhangers.

Some sparks are worth the burn. Even when you know better. I didn’t expect the emergency call to take me to Doc Holliday’s. Didn’t expect her, either. Gillian Holliday—sharp-tongued, impossible to ignore, and the woman I haven’t stopped thinking about since the day she left Huckleberry Creek. Now she’s back. Temporarily, she says. Just here to help her family. But this town is small. Too small to avoid the past. And when her world starts colliding with mine all over again—at the station, at the bar, across every damn corner of this town—I’m reminded exactly how good we were together. And how bad it hurt when it all went sideways. We’re older now. Wiser, maybe. But the spark? Yeah, that part’s still dangerous.

The reanimating virus left billions dead. The UK and Ireland remained safe. Until now. Deano and BD, a father and son a universe apart. Nothing in common. Not wanting anything in common. But today all that will change. Bedlam has been unleashed. The streets are swarming with infected and survival is all that matters. To make it, they’re going to have to trust each other, depend on each other, fight for each other like they never have before. The city is bleeding. Nowhere is safe. Will they find refuge before nightfall or is it already too late? One thing’s for sure. This will be the longest day of their lives.

Miari Here's what I know: aliens invade our colony every three years, hunt and claim the most beautiful of our women, then leave. Here's what I don't know: why the king of them is here this time, and why his black, glittering eyes are trained on me. A hybrid with red alien skin and brown human eyes, I'm not pretty. I've got no family and no plans to ever have one – least of all with this monster of a male. I'm an inventor, a mechanic, a tinkerer. The alien king wants me for reasons I can only guess at, but I'm not about to be taken for a slave and his response to me is something I know I can engineer my way out of. He plans to come back for me when I'm of age, but he'll have to find me first. Our little colony is a scary, desperate place and I'm less afraid to face it, than to face him or the strange, alien sensations he stirs... Raku She is my Xiveri mate, yet she runs from me – straight into the horrors of her small, savage moon colony. Slaughtering in her defense is easy, while gaining her trust will be the true challenge. She fears my kind and the horrors my treacherous general has inflicted on her humans. Does she not know that it is my blood rite to keep her safe against him and his even more dangerous off-world allies? No, she thinks herself my slave and in place of acceptance, offers me only pacts and bargains. Shamed by her pacts, I still take them all gluttonously, because though she knows only hate, I know only need. Eventually, we will need more than just these pacts between us if I am to convince her that she is my Xiveri mate and if she is to take her place at my side, not as my slave, but as Voraxia's queen. Taken to Voraxia is a full-length, standalone, interracial, SciFi romance complete with an alpha alien overlord, warrior heroine, fated mates who are also enemies-to-lovers, world building and extra steamy bits. All Xiveri Mates books can be read as standalones, each one with a guaranteed HEA. NO cheating, harem or love triangles. Some dark themes, illusions to abuse, and debatable consent due to intergalactic cultural misunderstandings may be trigger warnings.

Keira Swanson, 28, returns to New York, her head spinning from her Ireland trip and still madly in love with Shane. But when a surprise event comes between them, their relationship may have to end. Keira is a star at her magazine, though, and they give her their next plum assignment: to travel to Italy for 30 days and discover what the Italian secret is to love. Keira, still reeling from her Ireland trip, finds her high expectations for Italy dashed, as nothing at first goes as was planned. In her whirlwind trip through Italy, spanning Naples, the Amalfi Coast, Capri, Rome, Verona, Venice and Florence, Keira begins to wonder if the Italians really do hold a secret to love. That is, until she meets her new tour guide—and everything she thought she knew is turned on its head. A whirlwind romantic comedy that is as profound as it is funny, LOVE LIKE THAT is book #2 in a dazzling new romance series that will make you laugh, cry, and will keep you turning pages late into the night—and will make you fall in love with romance all over again.

Imagine going to sleep in Colorado, then waking up on a beach with the ocean in front of you. That is what happened to John. With his mind flooded with questions, he is faced with the monumental task of survival in this strange place. One moment he has a life that is familiar, then without warning that life ends and a new one begins. He is angry about being there, and that anger stays with him till the end, suppressed but still lurking. He is tormented by solitude at first, but that solitude ends one day suddenly. Is it possible to find love in a place that he hates? He finds the answer to that question and more as he embarks on a journey of survival and discovery. Just when he is becoming comfortable with a complicated three way relationship and the life that he has, everything changes. Their lives aren't their own anymore, and as time goes on, the unexpected became expected. One day at a time, they searched for answers and eventually found some.

She doesn't know it yet, but this curvy vixen is about to be my baby mama. 🔥🔥🔥🔥 I’m done with love. My man, whoever he is, has had thirty-one years to find me, and so far he’s done a piss-poor job of it. So, I’m officially retiring from the love market. That’s why I talked Martha Ellis into throwing a marriage auction on Red Oak Mountain. I’m wedding myself off to whichever man is willing to fork over the most money for me. All of the proceeds are going to pay off my student loan debt. And there’s a clause. I only need to stay married for one year. So when whoever bids on me turns out not to be my Prince Charming, I don’t need to fret. There’s an expiration date on my happily ever after. I’ll be single and debt free again in three-hundred and sixty-five days.❤️ When I spot Nicole on the Red Oak Mountain marriage auction, I realize she’s exactly what I’ve been looking for. I sold my dating app software, Spicy Match, a decade ago and turned into an instant billionaire. Sounds like a dream come true, right? But I hadn’t known the trouble that would bring. Ever since then, I don’t know if the women I meet want me for me, or if they just want to snag the founder of Spicy Match. But this marriage auction in teeny, tiny Red Oak Mountain seems perfect. Nicole Hudson is going to give me the one thing I want in life. A child to carry on my legacy. I’ll have my assistant bid on her, and the pre-nup she signs will guarantee my anonymity. Nicole doesn’t know it yet, but she’s about to be my baby-mama. 💋🔥 Author’s Note: Chosen By Chase is a billionaire mountain man marriage auction breeding trope romance ninety-minute short read. The Ozark Mountain Men books are quick and steamy novellas. They’re spicy, full of heart and always have an HEA. If you like this one, check out the rest! This book is part of the Ozark Mountain Men Spicy Instalove series. If you want to read more mountain man romance stories set on Red Oak Mountain, check out my other titles! ❤️ Age Gap ❤️ Curvy Girl ❤️ Small Town ❤️ OTT Instalove ❤️ Forced Proximity ❤️ Bred To Be My Baby Mama ❤️ Alpha Billionaire Mountain Man ❤️ Marriage Auction Breeding Romance

A wealthy community. A body discovered behind locked gates. Someone on the street is a MURDERER. Private Investigator Annie Hudson doesn't see the world like everyone else. Brought on as a special crime consultant by her childhood friend—FBI Agent Ethan Beckett—Annie Hudson can solve any case that's put in front of her. Except for the case from her childhood that made her who she is. But when Annie is summoned to Aspen Lane to solve a murder, the past breaks wide open. A body has been found in the middle of this upscale enclave, and the gates were locked at the time. The murderer lives on Aspen Lane. Six houses. Even more suspects. And the killer might have a connection to Annie's mysterious past. Can Annie get to the bottom of the mystery on this exclusive street, where the neighbors keep secrets and loyalty is hard to come by? Fans of "Knives Out" and Mary Stone will love this classic, locked-door mystery in which the best of Agatha Christie meets a new detective to root in for in Private Investigator Annie Hudson.

Sometimes you have to go Rogue... Jump into seven full-length novels exploring the last great frontier. Rogue Stars has alien invasions, artificial intelligence, galactic intrigue, and heroes that will defy orders to do what is right. Blast off to new worlds. Download this collection today. About the Books: Archangel Down - C. Gockel Commander Noa Sato doesn’t believe in aliens. She’s wrong. In the face of genocide she must hatch a daring plan with a ragtag crew to save the lives of millions—and her own. Every step of the way she is haunted by the final words of a secret transmission: The archangel is down. Betrayal - Pippa DaCosta She is programmed to kill. He’ll do anything to survive. In a world where only one thousand synthetics were built, synthetic #1001 should not exist. She is no ordinary synth and the memories locked inside her code could bring the entire Nine systems, an ex-con Captain Caleb Shepperd, to their knees. Quantum Tangle - Chris Reher A deep cover agent fights to keep the enemy as well as his own people from taking control of a strange alien that has invaded his ship, his mind and his life. It's high adventure in deep space where the voices inside your head are all too real. Starshine - G. S. Jennsen Space is vast and untamed, and it holds many secrets. Now two individuals from opposite ends of settled space are on a collision course with the darkest of those secrets, even as the world threatens to explode around them. Hard Duty - Mark E. Cooper In the far future, nanotechnology will be all that keeps us alive in a brutal war with the Merkiaari. Into this war-torn galaxy a courageous Marine, an alien geneticist, and a broken hero will unite in common cause to oppose the coming onslaught. Ambassador 1 - Patty Jansen In Coldi society, you can get killed for looking a superior in the eye. Never mind accusing him of murder. Lunar Discovery - Salvador Mercer Alien technology has been discovered on the moon, and NASA scientist, Richard “Rock” Crandon must lead a desperate race to get there before America’s rivals. But it isn’t just the fate of Earth that is at stake in this exciting adventure.

The war is raging in Europe. These girls will do everything they can on the home front – but is a happy ever after possible in such dark and uncertain times?Manchester, 1940: The minute war was declared, best friends Sally and Deborah volunteered for the home guard, willing to do anything to help their boys fighting overseas. An Auxiliary Fire Service girl by night, Sally ends up stationed at the salvage depot by day. Working amidst the scrap metal and waste paper, helping to make do and mend, isn’t quite the glamorous life in uniform she’d imagined! But she’s determined to do her best, and turn saucepans into Spitfires. When Sally meets Andrew, a quiet carpenter with a heart-breaking smile who understands how important her work is, she finally feels as though her efforts to keep calm and carry on are making a difference. As love blossoms, Sally feels herself opening up to Andrew in a way she’d never imagined possible. But then, just as Sally feels as hopeful as she can be in these times of war, a devastating air raid threatens everything she holds dear. As bombs rain down all over Manchester, deadly fires begin to destroy homes, and lives. With Andrew out rescuing families from the rubble, Sally rushes towards the plumes of smoke that fill the night sky. And is horrified to realise the very worst hit area has the salvage yard right at its heart. Desperate to help in any way she can, Sally, with her fellow salvage girls by her side, sets to work. But what will they find when the smoke clears? Will Sally and Andrew get the happy ending they so deserve? Or will her one chance at true love be lost forever as the morning dawns…?A completely gripping and heart-breaking romantic saga. Perfect for fans of Rosie Clarke, Nancy Revell and Lizzie Lane.

She’s my nemesis. My prisoner. I‘ll make her beg for mercy. I’ll make her scream my name. I’ll make her mine. Sheena Hurston’s been a thorn in my side for years. But when she tries to bring my family to ruin, I’m done playing games. She will pay for what she’s done. No one comes before my family. Sheena belongs to me.

During a charity event where hot billionaires have agreed to be auctioned off for a night, Kelly finally gets her chance to be with the man she’s been lusting after… her filthy rich employer James. And tonight, she’s the boss.

Abby Maguire’s luck is about to change. She’s looking for a sea change and starting a new job in a new town. With any luck, she should be able to put her past behind her in no time. Her first assignment working for the Eden Rise Gazette will be to cover the weekend’s bake sale. Within a short time of arriving in town, there is a slight change of plans and Abby finds herself giving a statement to the police. Now her new job and her new life hang in the balance… Clean read: no graphic violence, sex, or strong language but lots of fun, quirky dialogue & characters.

What will Madeline find on the mysterious third floor of the Harrison? Upon returning to America and her hometown city of Chicago, Madeline Donovan is anxious to establish a detective agency. While living in London for a brief period, she became immersed in the case of Jack the Ripper. Spending time in Whitechapel, she developed a keen interest in the solving of mysteries. She believes this occupation may give her the purpose and strength to live again. A case comes unexpectedly to her through the source of her physician father, who has just treated a patient for hysteria. The doctor discovers the cause for his patients sudden mental state is that her sister has gone missing. This begins her adventure back into the face of danger, and she finds that danger so close to home that she can walk to its door. It seems all the girls have a connection to the luxurious new Harrison Hotel that has just recently opened its doors. Hugh Scott and Jonathan Franks, friends she met while on her trip to London, will reenter her life. Their company and assistance to help find the young women is not only welcome, but also causes something else to occur. She may be developing feelings of a romantic nature, despite her best efforts not to. The Harrison will surprise them all with its mysterious owners, and haunting hideaways, as Madeline tries to discover the truth. NOTE: Stalking Jack is Book one in a series of four Madeline Donovan mysteries. www.madisonkentbooks.com

Families are dying. No matter how hard DCI Platt tries, he's not seeing a pattern; not even after his own wife and daughter are targeted. Young Melanie has forgotten what life outside Larksford House was like. She's been in for so long. But when Toby joins the team, she starts to remember. She really shouldn't be there. Professor Hicks is delighted that Toby has made the breakthrough for him. It might actually allow Hicks to improve his own fortunes. Bill Brown sells security; his business improves with every strike of the family killer. As fear in the community grows, Bill's ability to gain a stranger's trust comes to the fore. But what is he hiding? As the clock ticks, can Platt get closer to the killer, and will Melanie remember the truth?

Fifty-three years after it vanished, Earth's only Super-Devastator warship, the ESS Crimson sends out a distress signal... Humanity is fighting against an implacable foe. The Ghasts – a ruthless alien race - seem hell-bent on wiping out mankind. They have a vast warfleet and their technology is advancing at a terrible rate. Captain John Nathan Duggan and his crew are given a mission – find the missing ESS Crimson and bring it home. Little does Duggan realise, this is no ordinary mission. As he struggles against enemies both within and without, he desperately tries to unlock the mystery surrounding the Crimson ’s disappearance and the unknown weapons it carries. He soon discovers the missing warship might be the only hope for salvation that mankind has left. When everything is veiled in secrecy nothing is easy, as Duggan is about to find out. Crimson Tempest is the first instalment in an epic sci-fi action-adventure series.

This is the 3rd edition of United Earth Rough Beginnings all newly re-edited and updated September 22. Rough Beginnings is 1st tale of United Earth. A young boy who loses his mother. A junkie father whose only emotion is numbness. Guided by some outside force. Stevie must learn his true inner power. Driven to follow his dream, Stevie must go beyond the norms of everyday society. How do you learn to do something no one else has done?

Mia, an orphan, and Aiden, a hopeful pessimist… We were both searching for something in life. Until Mia stuffed a cookie into my mouth. After that, before we even realized what was happening, the bond between us deepened. And I would do everything to protect her kind heart. Even someone who bakes smiling cookies might hide a sorrow within. But fate had brought us together, and now, finally, we were destined to see beautiful days. Together. If you enjoy stories without love triangles, where loyalty and true love replace bad habits, and characters face life’s challenges together in rich, emotional, and deeply layered backgrounds—with a touch of humor—you won’t want to put this book down. On these cold winter days, if you’re looking for a place to warm your heart, don’t forget to visit Happy Cookie and taste Mia’s exquisite cookies. Hope can appear in the most unexpected places. “The strings of fate always seemed so magical to me. As Lorenz said while explaining the butterfly effect: ‘A butterfly’s wings flapping at the right time, under certain conditions, can cause a storm,’" Don’t you think so too?” she asked with a smile and eyes full of life. WHAT READERS ARE SAYING: \-Angie Day (Goodreads Reviewer) "Regardless of your outlook on life, it's amazing how quickly your perspective can change. Love, laughter, and finding that special someone can make even the toughest struggles worthwhile. I'm looking forward to seeing what the future holds." \-Kell Jane (Goodreads Reviewer) "This is such a lovely lovely story, the characters are great, I fell in love with Aiden and Mia’s story. So beautifully written. I cannot wait to see what happens next in the next book! I thoroughly enjoyed this book from start to finish." \-R.J. Sholtis (Goodreads Reviewer) "Just finished Hopeful Pessimist. Honest, melancholic, and unexpectedly comforting. It made me feel seen in ways I didn’t expect." \-Susan Heun (Goodreads Reviewer) "All I can say is this is such a sweet story of two people who come together and find their way. They both grow so much during the story and throughout their relationship. It truly is a great love story that you will enjoy!" \-Belle Grace (Goodreads Reviewer) "Many parts of this book were so relatable and there were many moments of tear jerking sadness but I love that in a book! A lot of this book seemed almost poetic to me and I loved that, it kept me very captivated. Overall this storyline was brilliant, the love story was so believable and it really had me hooked from the very start. I cannot wait for its release and the release of many more books to come in this series!" \-Justin Hodder (Goodreads Reviewer) Hopeful Pessimist was an enjoyable read from start to finish, a tender, humorous, and introspective love story about two people who heal each other through shared warmth, small gestures, and enduring affection, finding happiness in the everyday moments of life together. The entire series is already written and just waiting to be published. 1-) Happy Cookie: Hopeful Pessimist 2-) Happy Cookie: (Coming soon!) 3-)... 4-).. 5-). 6-)

Cora has it all—wealth, loveliness—but she doesn’t have a man. They just keep dying on her. She is the immortal Greek goddess Persephone, living in a Malibu beach house in the twenty-first century. And no matter how much therapy she undergoes, nothing can ease her pain after the recent murder of her husband. Until she meets Mr. Gabriel Cartwright, a prim and proper young East Coast realtor who’s hired to arrange transfer of her things to her new home in Toronto. Cora likes him. He’s tall, dark and yummy. But Gabe holds a secret. He has Napean nymph blood, an ancestry that Imada, a despicable secret society of gods and goddesses, has been hunting for centuries. Cora knows this. That’s why she hired him. She wants to be close to him. She wants to care for him. But Imada cares about him too—they want him dead. Cora can heal wounds and move clouds, but she can't bring back her husband. Can her attraction to this new guy help her forget her loss? She has her ancient brutish lover Hades, the God of the Underworld, on her side. And Gabe has such a kind, sweet heart and is so handsome. Yeah, she’ll keep her man or tear Imada apart trying.

From Wall Street Journal best\-selling author Giana Darling comes an MMF romance between an Italian chauffeur dreaming of stardom and the power couple who offer him the deal of a lifetime... Everyone in Naples told me I was tall, dark, and handsome. An Italian with golden eyes made for fame on the silver screen, even when I was just the young patriarch of my broken, scattered family. I may have beauty and talent, but opportunities are scarce in the theatre and film industry. That is, until I become chauffeur to the lovely and glamorous Savannah Meyers, wife to one of the most revered actors in England. She notices me…in more ways than one. Before I can check my impulses, I find myself falling for Savannah and her promises. Only, instead of enraging her husband, Adam Meyers, they approach me to make a very scandalous proposition. Live with them as their lover, and they will make all of my wildest dreams come true.

It’s the time of year when family is cherished, gifts are exchanged, and memories are made. Yet, when a snowstorm grounds all outgoing flights, Aris finds herself confined within the four walls of her apartment for the holidays. In an attempt to savor the last ounce of holiday spirit she has left, she decides to order in and submerge herself in a holiday movie marathon. A simple knock on her door sets the rest of her night in motion when she finds herself face to face with a handsome delivery driver. Moving off vibes and impulse alone, she invites him in from the cold. As the night unfolds, the chemistry between them becomes powerful enough to devour them whole, but the secret he’s hiding could easily extinguish the flames.She soon learns that their encounter wasn’t by chance. In fact, she’s the only thing standing in between him and the one thing he’s been waiting seven years to reconnect with. When the truth is disclosed, he offers her something that could change the course of her mundane life forever. But at what cost? In the end, the cold winter wind just may blow her down a path she doesn't want to go, but escaping just may not be so easy. This is a novella. If you don’t enjoy short stories, please choose another full-length article from my catalog.

Love Squid Game and want more? Buckle up—- Jungle Games is here! Adventurer Lincoln Monk and his off-beat crew crash-land on an island controlled by a ruthless entrepreneur hosting a lethal tournament in this latest action/adventure thriller by Tony Reed, bestselling author of Neptune Island. While the crew repair their battle-scarred plane and endure the savagery of having crash-landed in the middle of a tropical hellhole, Lincoln searches for help and is taken hostage by a private army of mercenaries led by the megalomaniac Tom Merrick. Driven by a lust for fame, fortune, and power, Merrick has a unique plan—a business model that will command millions from rich clients in return for a ringside seat to the most brutal games ever imagined. However, as Lincoln becomes an unwilling contestant in a series of challenges for the sadistic pleasure of Merrick’s clients, his crew battle another kind of horror—nightmarish creations with a thirst for blood and death unleashed by the Neptune Corporation. Stranded far from civilization and caught between two deadly forces, Lincoln and his crew must use all their combined skill if they are to survive the island’s lethal inhabitants and Merrick’s barbaric games. But, will this be enough? Welcome to Jungle Games. The rules are you lose, you die. Let the games begin! If you love Squid Game, David Wood, Rob Jones, tropical islands, dogs, sexy guys, sexier women, over-the-top villains, and non-stop action with a dash of sci-fi, then you’re just a click away from discovering Jungle Games. Titles by Tony Reed The Lincoln Monk Adventures -Neptune Island -Jungle Games The Monk and Lee Adventures -MacLean’s Kingdom -Desert Gold -Sonoran Fury -Storm Front Short Stories Mann's Best Friend

United by love, two hearts must confront the secrets that threaten to unravel their bond. Louisa Thorpe is determined to leave her past mistakes behind and forge a new path as an independent woman free from her family, who is eager to see her wed. To this end, she obtains employment as a lady’s companion. Despite her aversion to marriage and her firm resolve not to fall in love, she cannot deny the magnetic connection she develops with her employer's son, James Halverson. James recently inherited his father’s title and is focused on fulfilling his duties in the House of Lords, leaving no time for romance. However, he can't help but be captivated—and delightfully unsettled—by Louisa's unconventional manners. When shocking revelations about his father's past challenge his perception of trust and duty, James finds himself questioning everything, including Louisa's loyalty. In this heartfelt tale of love, betrayal, and the fight for independence, will Louisa and James' love withstand the storm of secrets that may destroy them?

I loved to hate her... She made it so easy. She was everything I wasn’t—everything I didn’t want to be. A reminder that from the moment I was born, I was the outcast. The rebel. I went against everything that was expected of me and created a life on my terms. I built my own empire, carved out my own destiny. Then she shows up at my tattoo studio, representing everything I tried to escape. She expects to just fit in… like she ever could. Tabitha Anderson. The posh girl trying to prove everyone wrong... that she can be something else—someone else. She hates me because she knows I’m right. Or so I think. Turns out this isn’t the first time we’ve met, and our hate has history. We have history. I might not have remembered, but I damn sure won’t forget now. Won't forget how her smile is always directed at everyone but me. If everything changes and she proves she does fit in, will it still be hate I’m feeling or something else entirely? And if I’m wrong, then she’s right where she belongs... with me.

Tales of fantasy and horror from the author of We Burn Our Dead The Grave Of Sins – A deadly operative steals a supernatural artifact from his shadowy employers. Only his former partner can help make sense of the coming horror his actions may provoke. Temple Bells – Two hopeless fishermen encounter an otherworldly catch. Will the god-fish be the source of their salvation or damnation? Child Of Darkness – She is a living weapon, a child of privilege, a soul struggling to be free of the unholy hunger that has devastated her life and her world. Comes A Rider – A solitary traveller on the western plains sets off on a harrowing journey of vengeance as he hunts down a murderous demon. Rebel Wings – A desperate father fears for his sanity when the sound of wingbeats overtakes his mind—are the messengers to be trusted? The Hills Sing The Song – A lone knight wakes to find himself in an unfamiliar and haunted land.

Biker boys and a book babe? What’s not to love about that plan. There’s no way Milo can resist joining the latest social media trend it’s perfect for his content (so what if he only has ten followers and one of them is his mom) and the perfect way to meet women.. All he has to do is convince his best friend Xavier to lounge on their bikes outside a bookstore, and the women will come running. After all, Milo and Xavier have everything these dirty-minded romance readers are looking for, from the red flags to the sweet rides. Xavier is not thrilled about Milo’s plan. After all, Milo has a documented history of questionable ideas—just look at his massive pile of speeding tickets. But Milo’s enthusiasm is impossible to resist. Together, the two bikers set up outside the most popular bookstore in town, film a few ridiculous clips, and prepare for absolutely nothing to happen. Then June walks out. She’s brilliant, shy, and absolutely not the type of girl who should give two reckless bikers the time of day. But she’s also hot and bothered from her latest spicy book, enough that it hinders her normally rational decision-making. An impulsive invitation leads to one unforgettable night for the three of them, but it’s most definitely a one-time thing. Except Xavier and Milo keep showing up on June’s front porch. Soon the boys’ wacky plan turns into something sweeter than they ever a slow-growing throuple shaped by late-night visits, spontaneous kisses, and hours spent in June’s bed worshipping each other. But the silly social media prank can’t lead to anything lasting or real, can it?

With a snowstorm on the way, she needs someone to keep her warm… I had to see her one last time. Fiona’s red hair and luscious curves are etched in my mind. She runs a soup kitchen, taking care of people in need. I want to take care of her. She thinks I’m an ordinary volunteer. But I’m the billionaire who increased her funding. I’m supposed to be on a plane to Europe. It’s a fresh start and a chance to run the show. I only want a quick visit, but the weather has other plans. We’re forced to ride out the storm together. Things get heated during the cold nights. When the blizzard passes, it’s time to go. I have every reason to leave. She might be the one I need to stay. \\\Stranded with the Billionaire is a romance novel with steamy scenes, no cheating, and a happy ending. It can be read as a standalone.\\\

“I’ll lead you on an unforgettable dance. I’ll control your every move - until you’re on your knees in the middle of the dance floor.” Toby wasn’t sold on the whole go to a gay party thing. He was straight! But his new college buddies insisted. Weird. They were all straight too…right? Being the first to be hit on by an older man wasn’t the plan. Toby was the shy one! Dancing with a gay man shouldn’t send his pulse racing or make his pants tight. Toby had no defense against Julian’s moves. He went where he was led, trusting Julian’s greater experience. Until he was suddenly on his knees, mouth open, and taking it all. He’d do anything for that voice, whispering in his ear, telling him how good he’s being. Just a Dance is part 1 of 5 in the series. Each story is told from a different POV as five friends get separated at a gay only party - and discover they're not as straight as they thought.

Four cowboys. One woman on the run. And a love that refuses to follow the rules. I came to Whispering Pines with nothing but a fake name and a bruised heart. I didn’t expect Wes, Knox, Beau, and Reid. Didn’t expect the heat. The safety. The way they saw me—even the broken parts. They say I’m home now. That I never have to run again. I just hope they’re right.

Grayson Delphine sparkles like the diamonds we sell to high-class clients, but she’s never looked at me. I might be good with rocks, but I’m awkward with people. With a major client to impress, I realize I need a fiancée to wear my ring, but she’s not buying my reasons. When I see how good the ring looks on her finger, I want it there for keeps. I know I’ll have to work hard to convince her how much she means to me. Delphine My efforts at Adora are paying off. I’m having fun and achieving record sales. But nothing impresses moody jewelry designer Grayson Trevino. No matter how hard I try, I just can’t seem to get his attention. That’s when he comes up behind me and puts a ring on my finger. Does he think I’d fake an engagement with him just for his business deal? How dare he? And why can’t I stay angry at him? Especially when we are stuck on a yacht for a networking party and the weather closes in… Adoration in Store is fake relationship, forced proximity, opposites attract, workplace romance with small-town feels. Sexy, spicy, and sweet, this is a SHORT, TWO HOUR read with an HEA to warm your heart.

How much of your life would you give up for someone you loved? How many years would you give up for your love’s dream? What would you sacrifice for the love of your life? Your career? Your fame? Jenn Poff had a hit movie and was on her way to becoming a young starlet. Then her hit television series got canceled, and auditions started to dry up. But, whatever, Jenn had Wes Blenkenship. Lack of auditions just meant more time to spend with the love of her life. Soon their roles reversed, and Wes’s singing career is the one gaining momentum. While his good looks and velvet voice have ladies begging to be with him, he only had eyes for Jenn. Fame will not tear them apart. Jenn was the only one who understood him and loved him for who he was and not the illusion his fans had created. However, one night, something happened which would alter their lives forever. Jenn now finds herself asking, is she willing to give up five years to give Wes his dream? A Better to Burn Out Novel

Alternate cover edition for ASIN B079YKK4PL For all editions see here Four hot hockey players. One woman who spends her life behind a computer screen. After watching her high school crush and his friends on the ice, things definitely heat up in this reverse harem romance... When I drunkenly message my old high school crush one night, I never imagined he’d respond. It’s been so many years and I thought he’d forgotten all about me. He hasn’t—not even close. And when we meet in person all these years later, he’s a handsome pro hockey player . . . with three equally sexy friends. They could spend every night with a different woman, but they want me. I’ve been so focused on my job and my computer that when this complicated, real-world dilemma comes up, I’m not sure what to do. Am I supposed to choose just one man? Or can I have them all?

Get ready to dive into a sizzling collection of short stories filled with BDSM, bare-bottom spankings, kinky role play, and raw, breathless heat. If the image of a naughty, exposed behind getting thoroughly punished sends shivers down your spine, this anthology delivers that and so much more. Featuring a wide range of erotic pairings including M/F, F/F, M/M, and enticingly ambiguous dynamics, these stories explore the wild and wicked world of submission, domination, discipline, and indulgence. From intense spankings to multiple orgasms, from firm hands to whispered commands, this collection celebrates consensual power play in all its forms. Includes erotic spankings, domination and submission, oral sex, cunnilingus, role play, and a spectrum of kinky encounters. For mature audiences 18 and older only. All characters are depicted as adults.

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Veva Sol’s first in series, scorching-hot, sci-fi, alien-abduction romance. Bossy. Brooding. Irresistible He’s a beautiful alien warrior… and my fated mate. On Earth, I’m a Racer. I have to compete, on the daily, to keep my sister and I alive… until I’m abducted by aliens. Bird-like creatures who bring me to their pleasure planet and force me to fight in deadly arena games. Sadly, since the abduction, life hasn’t changed that drastically. Same struggle…different planet. But now the stakes are so much higher. Until I meet a golden alien, Xefe. He’s a grumpy god with a massive, vibrating ((ahem)) … chip on his shoulder. Thanks to a mysterious alien substance that I call Oro—my reflexes are enhanced, along with a mating heat that makes me tremble. My girly parts may be on overdrive, but I’m determined to battle my way out of the games and back to Earth. Back to my sister. The alien with attitude has other plans. Xefe will never let me go. I’ll never stop trying to escape.

Four alphas. One omega. And a virus that could end us all. The virus should’ve stayed in the lab. Instead, it’s tearing through the shifter population. I’m expected to stop it. As a geneticist, I believe in science. Not destiny. Not fated mates. Not the fire that ignites in my blood when they are near me. Onyx was the first—Alpha, furious, magnetic. Evan bought the place—billionaire, manipulative, impossible to resist. Leo, the cop, was sent to protect me. He ended up breaking all his rules. And Axl? That rock star kissed me like I was the melody he couldn’t stop playing. They each pull at something inside me. Something wild. Something Omega. When the military finds out what I am, they want to use me to breed a new generation of super soldiers. Now, I’m not just a scientist, I’m a target. And if my Alphas don’t come for me soon, I won’t be the cure… I’ll be the weapon.

I didn’t plan on falling for my ex’s older, grumpy, professor brother. But life’s funny that way, isn’t it? Sebastian Maxwell, the brilliant literature professor who’s a total pain, just had to be my new boss. Even though I was the best in my class, he always found fault in my work. And when I thought I had him figured out, I stumbled upon his little secret—he’s not just a professor; he’s a billionaire. Now, I'm left wondering if his wealth bought his success. Things reached a boiling point when he sabotaged my dream job in London. I quit on the spot and walked away from everything, feeling betrayed and hurt. All the while, we were catching feelings, and neither of us knew how to admit it. But wait, it gets while I was away, my belly started to swell. That’s right—I’m pregnant with his baby. Now, what do I do?

Viv is a rugby player. Tony is a gymnast. Bonus? They absolutely hate each other. When they collide, there will be fireworks. Welcome to Sexy as Sin series, where badass female athletes don't mind working up a good sweat on and off the field.

Daddy would die if he knew his best friend took my v-card. Drake Vance is obscenely hot, ridiculously rich, and completely off-limits. With tailored suits and a face that belongs on a magazine cover. He’s also my dad’s best friend and twice my age. As a favor, he hires me to be the chef at his new tech firm. One night. One mistake. And I gave him my v-card. That’s all it was supposed to be. But then he’s in my kitchen, tasting my cooking like he owns the place. Driving me home, hand on my thigh like it belongs there. Looking at me like he’s already decided—I’m his. I should walk away before I get hurt. But my heart is telling me that I’m all his. All hell will break loose if I tell my dad I’m falling for his best friend. But now, I have no choice because I’m pregnant with his twins. (This is a standalone romance in a 5-book series.)

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Starting my last year at Georgetown, I never thought I’d earn my internship on my knees—blindfolded in nothing but my underwear. But my stalker is clever, deadly, and wielding more power in D.C. than I knew existed. Lorenzo Russo; a kingmaker only few know exists. But he’s real enough to deliver pieces of affection to my doorstep. And now, he's decided I'm his Toy to play with. Operating from the shadows, he learns everything about me. Even my darkest desires—ones I’ve never spoken aloud, only typed into my phone. He doesn’t just want to know me; he wants to own me. And he doesn’t allow others to touch what’s his. I should be scared, but every touch awakens something dark inside me. The more he plays with me, the harder it is to remember why I wanted to run from him. The Toy Collector is a dark standalone, obsessive, power-imbalance romance featuring stalking, and a possessive antihero who collects what he controls.

A crazed killer. A stubborn lawyer. And a deadly race against time. When news of The Golden Lake Killer rise, the police quickly claim they caught their suspect. Refusing to pay mind to it, Sam is met with a surprise once a man is begging her to defend his brother; the man believed to be the culprit. The proof against him is staggering, yet Sam refuses to give up. And as the evidence against him heightens, Sam has no other choice but to take the law in her hands… Pursuit of Justice is Freya's 1st novel in the Sam Spencer series of blood-pumping legal thrillers. If you are an avid fan of strong female leads, action-packed courtroom drama, riveting characters and mind-blowing murder mystery, then you'll love Freya's intriguing story.

The sun is strange, and the lights in the sky have shut down the world. Technical writer Roger was on a work trip to Texas when it all happened. Trapped between chaos and the rise of a mysterious, fanatical rancher known as the White Texan, Roger seeks to find his way north, and home to his wife. Except it’s even harder than it seems. And he doesn’t even know if she’s alive. Letters from the Apocalypse is the story of two people separated by the end of the world, and the letters that could bring them together again.

Whipping up cappuccinos is her specialty. But will she stir up trouble when spirits order assistance in solving their deaths? Barista April Storm longs for more than making a mean macchiato and talking to her ex-boyfriend’s ghost. So when her quirky aunt asks her to help open a hip café in rural Wales, she jumps at the chance to start fresh. But she gets an extra shot of strife when a famous deceased cricketer wants her to spill the coffee beans on his killer. With her ghostly client unable to remember who did him in, April is forced into the role of supernatural detective. Assisted by her spectral ex, a magical secret agent, and an overcaffeinated talking cat, she finds herself in hot water when the clue trail reveals an escaped demon. And if she can’t get control of her own recently awakened power, the next murder she has to solve may be her own. Can April serve up justice before a brewing disaster boils over? Lattes and Spirits is the first book in the delightful Welsh Witch cozy mystery series. If you like sassy heroines, colorful characters, and a side of spells with your cuppa joe, then you’ll love Alyn Troy’s otherworldly adventure. Buy Lattes and Spirits to froth up some whodunnit fun today!

Travis is a loner. The town of Bramble talks like he can't hear them. Only a few people in the town he would count as friends, and he prefers it that way. But when the town drunk begins bragging about a wife he ordered like a special malt whiskey Travis knows he has to intervene. No woman should be forced to marry a man like that. He plans to send her on her way with a word of warning about agreeing to marry a stranger but when she steps off the stagecoach his tongue turns to lead in his mouth. Now he'll do anything to keep her. Bonnie is on her last chance. She's always been a fighter, independent and alone in the world. An only daughter too tall to entice the local suitors she always planned to provide for herself and die an old maid. But when her employer makes unwelcome overtures, she finds herself at the mercy of a society that is all too quick to turn their backs on her. Suddenly without a job and no way to support herself she agrees to be a mail order bride. She would rather take a chance on a stranger than end up living on the street. A prequel to the Crescent Ridge Mail Order Brides series this novella takes place in 1879's Colorado before the town of Crescent Ridge formed. This tells the tale of the town's founder and his lovely bride. Full of romance and steamy scenes, every novella in the Crescent Ridge series features a different couple. HEA guaranteed with no cheating and can be read in a couple of hours.

When the Bloodhorn orcs raid her village, Corinne expects to be dragged off as spoil. But the Warlord Drokhan has no interest in gold or grain—he scents something different in her. Milk. Fertility. Prophecy. The Bloodhorn clan already keeps a herd of milkmaids, but their women are barren and the next generation of orcs is fading. Corinne’s body marks her as the first fertile bride, the one who might restore the clan’s strength. Terrified yet enthralled, she is carried to the stronghold, claimed by the fearsome Warlord before his people, and bound to him by fate. In Drokhan’s hands, Corinne learns that her milk is sacred and her body revered. But surrender does not come easily. She must decide whether to resist the primal bond growing between them—or to embrace the prophecy, her aching desire, and the fierce love of a warlord who swears she is not spoil, but his bride. A tale of blood and milk, prophecy and passion, The Orc’s Fertile Hucow Bride begins a new series of primal monster romance, brimming with heat, devotion, and the promise of new life.

When Earth falls to a devastating fungal plague, geneticist Dr. Samara Makinde joins humanity’s desperate bid for survival on DaVinci, a distant exoplanet meant to be their fresh start. But DaVinci has a it harbors spores that wipe out every pregnancy, threatening to erase the colony before the next generation is born. Samara believes she can save them with gene therapy, reengineering human DNA to live in harmony with the alien fungus. But psychologist Dr. Ayesha Basu sees only the shadow of her family’s past, genetic “enhancements” that led to madness, and vows to stop Samara at any cost. Defying the colony’s laws, Samara risks everything to secretly engineer her own child. Her daughter, Phoebe, should be a miracle. Instead, she becomes a spark for paranoia and revolt. When the ruins of DaVinci’s first settlement reveal a mass grave of genetically altered children, fear turns to fury, and the colony fractures into zealots and outcasts. As Samara fights to protect Phoebe from those who would destroy her, a darker truth the first settlers aren’t entirely gone. Something twisted survived in the forests beyond the colony, watching…and waiting. Now Samara must navigate betrayal, fanaticism, and an alien threat older than humanity’s second chance. If she fails, Phoebe won’t just be the last child of DaVinci; she’ll be the last child of mankind. Neal Stephenson’s Seveneves meets Andy Weir’s Project Hail Mary —with a haunting edge of Raised by Wolves .

Naomi Winters will be forty—soon-ish—and she’s only been with one man. One night. One time. Long ago. She believes everything happens for a reason, and the universe spoke about Nathan Ryder. Nathan Ryder isn’t the same man who hightailed his bike out of Green Valley eighteen years ago. As a rule breaker, women are one area he acts a fool. Case in point…the local librarian. He can’t get a read on her, but she’s one risk he’s willing to take. Again. What do an eccentric librarian and a sexy silver biker have in common? More than you think. The due date on their love might not be expired after all. 'Love in Due Time' is a full-length, contemporary romantic comedy, can be read as a standalone, and is book#1 in the Green Valley Library series.

The Chic Crone is an enchanting mid-life fantasy romance. Popular self-help author Olivia Furie has spent her entire adulthood living a serene and carefully curated life. But after being recently widowed, left homeless, and destitute, she’s in dire need of an extreme midlife makeover. She never expected it to be supernatural … Olivia and her beloved cat Magnus flee to Cornwall hopeful that once there, life will return to normal. As if. Once in Rowanswood, they meet a colourful cast of characters, including demanding elemental Crones, mythical creatures, and talking animals. She discovers that her new beginning won’t be found in another book… …it’ll be found in fire, magic, and a legacy she never saw coming. But who is the gorgeous man who keeps popping up everywhere she turns? And what does he want? Olivia is looking at normal in the rear-view mirror when she learns of the terrible danger posed by the High Fae. With guidance from the elemental Crones, Olivia must master her magic before she leaves a trail of ashes in her wake. Can the woman who wouldn’t stand up to her husband step up to protect the mortal realm from the High Fae? There isn’t a self-help book in the world that could have prepared her for this! The Chic Crone is the first book in The Rowanswood Crones paranormal women’s fiction series. It’s perfect for readers who like strong female characters, enchanted villages, a slow-burn romance and journeys of self-discovery. A magical story of power and possibility. It's never too late to reinvent yourself.

A new, sexy standalone romantic comedy based in a small town. What happens when the man you had a one-night stand with moves in across the road? Ellie Newman broke her vow to never leave her hometown for anything and went to Barcelona to a business conference. She broke another of her rules and had a one-night stand with the handsome man who asked to share her table in the busy hotel bar. Drinks turned into a meal, and a meal turned to a nightcap… and then nakedness. They agreed on no names or anything specific that could identify them afterwards. Lewis Mercer didn’t need to bother keeping the promise. On his first day at his new business premises, he came face to face with the bombshell he’d spent an unforgettable night with. Not only was she living in the same town, but Ellie also lived directly across the road from him. Lewis saw it as fate throwing them together. However, Ellie wasn’t convinced when Lewis’s new business venture made her life miserable. Ellie had given up a brilliant career in the city to start her tech business. If she doesn’t win the pitch she has to deliver, she’ll be back to job hunting. If Lewis doesn’t win his contract, he’ll go bankrupt and lose his house. Lewis faces a choice when it comes down to the wire. He’s spent countless weeks persuading Ellie they are good for each other. So how will Ellie react when he chooses business over love? Enjoy this standalone novel with brand new characters. Get ready for a hilarious small-town romance.

“Racing Towards Destiny is an adventure, a coming of age story, and a love story wrapped into one engaging plot.” Gary Gerlacher, author of The AJ Docker Medical Thriller series After a nightmarish day, Anna loses her job and her boyfriend. Eager for a fresh start, she flies to Europe to find a picturesque village where she can write—never planning to return. Though her autism means Anna struggles to connect, she takes a job as an umbrella girl on the MotoGP motorcycle racing circuit to make ends meet. Traveling across Europe with the team, she is soon caught up in the exhilarating world of racing. Isaac is a motorcycle racer who lives forever in his brother's shadow. His older brother is the most famous motorcycle racer of all time—a twelve-time champion. When Anna joins Isaac's team, he dares to imagine a life beyond racing—one filled with love and family. His newfound happiness improves his performance on the track, but his success causes friction. For the first time, Isaac becomes a contender for the championship and his brother's rival. Anna and Isaac must advocate for themselves, or their newfound happiness will skid off track. Start your engines and grab your copy of Racing Towards Destiny—filled with heart-pounding race action and steamy romance.

Jakkar After losing all of our females, I hadn't thought life could get any worse until I'm stripped of my crown and exiled by my very own twin brother. With my world in turmoil, my spirit mate crashed into my life when I needed her the most. She is not of Valose but a stranger from another world. Newly awakened, my ancillary heart beats for one reason only—to keep her safe. Now I must protect her from old enemies as well as new yet what came with her poses a unique danger that can't be fought with swords. There's nothing I wouldn't do for her. Unfortunately, what she wants the most will tear apart my very soul. Lily I thought the abduction had been bad enough, but the crash-landing nearly killed me. Stranded on an alien world, all I wanted was to find a way to get myself and the other girl's home. When the solution presented itself in the form of a kilt-wearing, hopeless romantic with serious muscles, sexy elf ears, and the belief that soul mates truly exist…Well, I'm no longer in a huge rush to leave.

Lana Dixon knows well enough to steer clear of alpha males, but Ty Hawthorne is as impossible to avoid as the sizzling Arizona sun. Her inner wolf just won’t give up on the alpha who’s tall, dark, and more than a little dangerous. One midnight romp under the full moon is enough for Lana to know she’ll risk her life for him—but what about her pride? Ty puts duty above everything—even the overwhelming instinct that says Lana’s the one. She’s the Juliet to his Romeo: forbidden. And with a pack of poaching rogues closing in, it’s hardly the time to yield to his desires. Or is love just what this lonely alpha needs to set his spirit free? There’s more than meets the eye on Twin Moon Ranch, home to a pack of shapeshifting wolves willing to battle for life and love. \A paranormal romance with adult content / 40,000 words.\

There is a name that is uttered only in whispers. The Songmaker. A ruthless rebel mage, he is bringing civil war to the once-peaceful kingdom of Amaury, enveloping all in a tide of violence. For Maegwin, a tormented priestess, the path forward lies in forgiving her temple's enemies—but she dreams only of revenge. For Rovann, a loyal mage haunted by his failures, salvation might be found in the unthinkable: defying the very king he swore to protect. If they are to succeed they must form an unlikely alliance. For someone must stand against the Songmaker. Someone must save Amaury from his dark designs. But first, they’ll have to learn to trust each other. And so a magical fantasy of darkness and redemption begins.

\\The first romcom in a new series by USA Today\-bestselling author Angela Casella\\ The best revenge is falling for his brother.Sophie My dream of opening a crafting business for kids has slid into a dead-end job at a brewery, but I fool myself into thinking everything's going well, because I'm engaged to a gorgeous, ambitious catch of a man who's crazy about me. Or so I think... We accidentally swap phones, and I realize he's been cheating on me with three other women, none of whom know about each other. I break up with him, but I'm devastated...until I befriend the other women he wronged. I want revenge for all of us, and I find the perfect opportunity to get back at the jerk when he confronts me at the brewery where I work. He and his brother, Rob, hate each other, and Rob's playing a set at the bar. One stolen kiss later, I have a fake boyfriend who's just as invested in getting back at my ex as I am. Rob Sophie's pollyanna personality has always driven me crazy. Sometimes there's no silver lining, just an empty pouch someone's already pickpocketed. But I'm seeing a whole new side of the woman my douchey brother convinced to wear his ring. This Sophie is opinionated, fierce, and eager to experience everything she's missed in life by being too agreeable. I'm all too willing to help. My brother ruined my life. Seems only fair for me to steal his girl. There are TWO different versions of this 1) A spicy open door version with some strong language and sex scenes 2) A closed door version with mild language and only kissing. Please choose the version that's best for you!

You can be at the top of your game and have no game. Nick Oberbeck is the young star goalie for the Los Angeles Princes. With all the money and prestige, he should be able to get anyone he wants as a partner. So why can’t the golden boy seem to make the connections he craves? Nick’s path collides with reliable, responsible golden girl Annie Markham when they’re both in their friends’ wedding. Lucky for him, Annie’s fresh off a heartbreak involving a coworker. Nick tries his best to bag Annie, and succeeds . . . kind of. They go their separate ways until Annie has a work opportunity in an opportunity to be Nick’s sports agent. Neither of them wants to repeat their past mistakes, but Nick asks Annie for a big favor. The catch? No one can know. In a story where no one’s perfect and love’s not the goal, can they save their connection?

Tossing her belongings into a suitcase and escaping heartbreak seemed like the best idea for Rhea Conners. She’d simply travel across the ocean to visit her grandfather in Ireland and heal. Then she’d come back. Simple. But what she doesn’t expect is to find solace and healing in the form of the O’Rifcan family. One member in Claron. Claron enjoyed his life farming the land his grandparents gifted him. He lived his life quietly and contentedly, until Rhea arrived. He’d steered clear of relationships and entanglements since his last heartbreak, but something about Roland’s granddaughter twists him up inside. Something about Rhea has him rethinking his life of solitude. Two hearts. One chance. Can Rhea and Claron overcome past hurts to make a new beginning?

Her husband is becoming a monster. To save him, she might become one, too. Newlyweds Magdelne, a mage, and Epiphron, a dragon, have faced trials that would break lesser bonds, yet their love has endured. But when a mind-altering blood sigil appears on Epiphron’s skin, Mag uncovers a long-buried betrayal tied to her own past. Their hunt for answers leads to a forsaken island, where a vengeful sorcerer awaits with cursed primordial power. To save the dragon she loves, Mag must lean into forbidden magic—and risk losing herself to the darkness. Perfect for fans of D&D, gothic atmosphere, love-to-hate-them villains, dark fantasy vibes, and love interests with horns and claws. Dragon's Mark is a short story connected to The Everwinter Series by Isla Elrick, but it can be read as a standalone or introduction to the series. In fact, lots of readers read it first! It takes place after the final book of the trilogy, so be advised that the particulars of the HEA, such as who is married to whom and who survives to the end, may be discussed or hinted at.

“Don’t you see, Willow? Only we’re allowed to hurt you.” Pearce. Ainsley. The Winston brothers run this remote town. I’m their prey, and they’ll do anything to destroy me. If I want to survive, I’ll need to play their game. \- KINGS OF DECAY is the complete duet of The Winston Brothers Duet. This is a dark romance, please check TW. Grab your special edition cover in paperback today!

Rule #1: Best friends’ sisters are off-limits. Rule #2: Don’t get your secret girlfriend pregnant. But if you know me - I never play by the rules.They say forbidden fruit tastes the sweetest. Well, I can vouch for that. Aurora Lucchese is off-limits in more ways than one. She’s the sassy daughter of a rival family. And she hasn't lost her v-card yet. The peace between the Luccheses and the O’Connells can only be kept if I distance myself from Aurora. The only problem is I can’t keep my hands off her. And I want her all to myself. But keeping "us" under wraps is tough. When there's a threat to her life, I'm the first to be there for her. But it may be too late. And she needs me.Fans of Mafia, Bad Boy,Grumpy Sunshine, Alpha Male, and Brother’s Best Friend Romance are going to love Irish Mafia Daddy. For Mature Readers. Steamy. HEA. Standalone.

Dario promised to protect me from the evil monsters that lurked in the dark. Only it was all a pretty lie. After he vanished, I never expected to see Dario again. But fate had other ideas. The sweet, kind-hearted boy I once loved has grown into a dangerously sinful man with muscles, tattoos, and vengeance in his heart. I have no clue what Dario’s problem is. Honestly? Dario can take his hurt feelings and do one. Just like the other four. The twisted kings of Abernethy broke down my walls brick by brick. Made me feel again. Landon promised to cherish me forever. Kyril vowed to burn the world down and destroy my enemies. Milo watched over me while I slept and kept the nightmares at bay. And Cassian… I believed his silken promises as he wiped away my tears. But to love is to be vulnerable. I should have known better than to let them in. Now my sister’s life is at stake, as well as my freedom. My father and his henchman have kidnapped me. I’m destined to be the not-so-blushing bride of a mafia don, but I refuse to let any man drag me to the altar without putting up a fight. Once I've escaped, Dario Peretti will pay for his sins. And if those other broken princes don’t forgive me… well, it’s their loss. \———— Twisted Kings is book 2 in the Empire of Carnage series. Our main female character won't have to choose between the men in her life, but she won't get her happy ending until the end of book 3. For triggers, check the content note at the beginning of the book. Enemies to lovers Why choose He falls first Who hurt you princess Found family Possessive/obsessive MMCs

When all hope seems lost, can two people come together and make the best of a bad situation? Morgan, the daughter of a rich, powerful man, has always been care-free. Living life to the fullest while doing whatever she wants, regardless of the consequences. After being held hostage, tortured and almost killed, her father has had enough. It’s time she settle down. Get married. Have a man to protect her. And he’s found the perfect man for the job. Except, Morgan doesn’t want to marry a man twice her age. Caleb, the head doctor at Coledare General, is content with his life. He has a great job, an amazing family, and mostly keeps his head down to avoid drama. Well, unless someone he cares about is in trouble or needs something. The man will always go above and beyond for his friends and family. Is he willing to marry a woman he loathes as a favour for a friend? And if he does, will he ever be able to find happiness with her?

Everyone wants an invitation to Hollow House. For years, rumors have circulated about the secluded mansion’s secretive Halloween party. No one knows who owns it. No one talks about what happens inside. Journalist, Sloane Hill, never once has cared about securing her way inside. But when an invitation appears on her counter, she sees her way out of the small town life she’s been stuck in. Hollow House has chosen her. And once you enter, your future will never be the same. If you \-dark romance \-twisted endings \-masked MMC \-is this all a dream? \-why choose moments \-“good girl” Hollow House is for you!

“Loving a monster is madness; it is no easy task, and not as simple as just loving them. Loving a monster is to be consumed by them—pliant enough to weather the storm, and strong enough to fight back.” Stetson I am good at being alone—the best really. You don’t have to rely on anyone, don’t have to apologize when they feel like you’ve messed up, don’t have to forgive them when they inevitably let you down…being alone is better. But I’ve never really been completely alone; my demons keep me company in the darkest hours of the night. And even though I’m comfortable being alone, I also want to believe bad people get happy endings—the house, the horses, and the man waiting to tie me up when I misbehave. But now that I’m here, surrounded by the eerie silence of my family’s deserted ranch, with the weight of miles of fence to fix and the ghosts of my past lurking behind me at every turn, a happy ending feels farther away than ever. I need help, but where do I turn? Augustus I’m used to living in the shadows—the shadows of my older brother’s expectations, the shadows of my inner demons, and the shadows of her apartment building. But I’m tired of hiding. As a retired bronc rider, it’s time to start fresh and Moztecha, Texas feels like just the place to do that. Lucky for me, a desperate yet determined, blonde-haired vixen has a ranch that needs fixing up, and she just stumbled into my path at the local feed store. Just. Like. I. Planned. Every cell in my body screams at me to consume her, devour her, destroy her—and that’s exactly what I plan to do. I will gladly burn the world to ash if anything keeps me from her; that includes her own dark demons. “It takes a monster to love a monster.” As Stetson and Gus navigate the tiresome Texas heat and their explosive sexual tension, they must decide what secrets are worth keeping, and just how far they are willing to go to brand themselves on the other’s heart. With the odds stacked against them, and eyes watching their every move, a happy ending seems farther and farther away…like a fire flickering in the distance. Will the flame in their hearts come together, or will the Texas heat burn them, and everything they love, alive?

I wasn’t supposed to be here. But I knew exactly what I was doing when I took her place. Obsidian Island is a secret playground for the powerful, where men bid in silence and women are expected to smile through the surrender. Here, purity is currency—and we’re auctioned like art. They think I’m one of them. They don’t know I came for him. Cain. That’s what they call him here. But I knew him before the island. I watched him for years, long before I ever stepped into his world. And now I’m in it—chosen, claimed, and stripped of the control I thought I had. Because Cain doesn’t break you all at once. He unravels you slowly. And if I want to survive this island, I’ll have to let him ruin me.

I once did everything in my power to save lives. Now I stand aside and watch men die. The man I love must kill one of his own. Someone he considered a brother, a fellow Steel Demon, put the entire club in danger. As president, Reaper must crush every last threat to his people, or the Steel Demons MC could cease to exist altogether. Reaper is ruthless. His justice is punishing. But despite his name, he takes no pleasure in executing someone he once trusted. The task is weighing on him. That’s why he needs me. But he’s not the only one. The vice president with the seductive charm needs me. The silent soldier with terrifying nightmares needs me. And the sweet, golden man with the falcon on his shoulder? It scares me how much I need him. All of these men have killed without hesitation. They all battle demons I can’t begin to fathom. In my journey to combat violence with healing, I found my home with men just as cruel as they are loving. Can I be fearless enough to love them all? Sons of Anarchy meets The Handmaid's Tale in this dystopian reverse harem adventure! Fearless is the third book in the Steel Demons MC saga. This series is full of kindle-melting steam and dangerous men who take what they want. Proceed with caution if easily offended.

Love finds us, but so does she. I know what it’s like to be underestimated. At almost twenty, I’ve learned that life isn’t easy on people like me—a high school dropout working in a dead-end bar. So when Chad, from an influential family, walks into my life, I think I’ve finally caught a break. But, of course, things are never that simple. Then there’s Sarah, his ex-fiancée. She can’t, or won’t, let him go. Chad says she’s just struggling to move on, but I’m not so sure. Sarah is everywhere. She’s inserting herself into our business, and her behavior crosses lines I can’t ignore. I try to tell myself she’s just obsessed and harmless, but deep down, I know better. Now I’m wondering how far she’ll go to get him back and what it will cost me. I’m worried I’m risking my happiness, my sanity, or even my life.

They promised me as tribute. Youngest of six, I'm untouched. Unblemished. And in the world of the Irish mafia... Wanted. I'm given to a man I've never met. Forced into a union I didn't condone. Owned by a dangerous rival. He may take what's his, but he won't steal my heart. Please note: Cormac: A Dark Irish Mafia Romance contains elements of violence, non-consent, and kink. If these elements offend you, please do not read.

"Do you know how long it takes a person to die once their body’s engulfed in flames? Four minutes." Hope was the cruelest thing I ever carried. It told me if I was quiet enough, obedient enough, lovely enough, I could be more than a Doll. But my starting price was a billion dollars, and now I'm Creed. Three men and me. Sharpened into weapons. Hollowed out into machines. Sold as death incarnate. Any contract with Creed attached meant someone was bound to burn alive. We were taught to carve the humanity out of ourselves until nothing remained but what our buyers wanted. Submission was survival in our world, but bodies have a way of cataloging hurt, even when we beg them to forget. And mine is so bruised, so broken and stitched, blood leaking from every crevice of my soul that I simply must confess this to you—all that Creed did—we did. ✦ ☠︎ ✦ ☠︎ ✦ ☠︎ ✦ What you’ll find within the Confessions of Creed: • Captive heroine • Trauma bond • Found family (brutal and twisted) • Forbidden love • Silent/broken hero • "Touch Her and Die" protectors • Black ops missions • Female rage ✦ ☠︎ ✦ ☠︎ ✦ ☠︎ ✦

Don't call me crazy. Finding my best friend’s murderer is my purpose, my fire. They'll pay for their cruelty, for tossing her out like yesterday’s garbage. Their remorse will fuel my soul. The Bouchard Syndicate is involved somehow. I know it. That’s why I’ve agreed to an arranged mafia marriage with Blaze Bouchard, the Syndicate’s heir apparent. I'm going to take the Syndicate apart from the inside out. The only problem? Blaze has no intention of marrying me. He uses every trick he can think of to scare me into calling off the engagement, including offering me up to his best friend and bodyguard Asch to torment. And when my first love River shows up to join the fray? Any other mafia princess would have been gone within the week. I'm not every other mafia princess, though. I've never been docile. I've never been meek. And I've never been sane. These three men are going to learn what it means to mess with me—and I'll have fun bringing these blazingly hot men to their knees. Torture and foreplay are practically the same thing, after all. She hurt me. I'll destroy her. Loving Pandora was the single mistake that destroyed my life. I was left with a disfigured hand, shattered dreams, and my life ripped away from me. She's finally separated from her family. They can't protect her anymore. Blaze, her betrothed, wants her broken. But he and Asch have no idea what kind of woman they're dealing with. I do. I've seen through her lies and her facades. I know her heart. With Blaze and Asch's help, I'm going to destroy her. And I won't fall for her again.

In Poisoned Soul, Lilith Caccia is thrust into the leadership of her family's criminal empire after the tragic loss of her sister. Now, she must reconcile her grief with the ruthless role she’s forced to adopt as she confronts the man responsible for her sister's death. With only two possible outcomes—win or die—Lilith is drawn into a deadly game that will test her resolve, pushing her to become the leader she never imagined she would need to be. West Hale, Lilith’s best friend turned lover, is determined to protect her and avenge her sister’s murder. As a former Navy SEAL, he's no stranger to high stakes, but the risks are greater than ever as he forges dangerous alliances in a world where trust is scarce. Together, Lilith and West must navigate the complex dynamics of power, passion, and survival in Los Angeles' brutal underworld, where betrayal is always lurking and justice teeters on the edge of revenge.

The Boar Pit isn’t a club. It’s a cage. Brox and Rio Boar empire is rooted in the Black Chamber, a place where the air itself is thick with power, lust, and danger. The moment Lana is trapped inside, she feels it settle over her skin like chains she cannot break. Every breath she takes belongs to them. Every touch ties her tighter to the brothers who claim her. Survival means surrendering to their rules, their hunger, their obsession. But to escape? That would mean denying herself the one thing her body has already betrayed her for, the dark, twisted ecstasy of being used. The BOARPIT is a reverse harem/why choose dark mafia romance full of spice and suspense that will keep you turning the pages. Publisher’s The story is a dark romance that deals with mature themes that may be triggering for some.

My dad insisted on hiring Charlotte to market our fledging Christmas tree farm. I don't think we need her or her perpetually sunny personality, but now she's living in the cottage on the farm, and insisting I dress up as Santa for photos. I want nothing to do with her, but I'm not immune to the way she looks in an elf costume...

Giselle's human life was a bore, until she's suddenly mated to an ancient Fae Lord, and their magic bond needs to be consummated. Human woman/super old Fae male steamy romance for adults 18+. This short story is just 6,000 words with one smutt scene. Also on Kindle Unlimited.

I’m no-one’s pawn, and if he thinks I’ll go with him quietly… he’s wrong. It’s just an average delivery—but he’s not an average man. Sitting behind the desk like an ancient king, Benedikt Volkov has the kind of imposing presence that sucks the air out of the room. It’s probably why I stumble over my words and almost my feet. Way to play it cool, Sienna. But I don’t care that he’s got the charm and the face to go with that king’s presence. I don’t care that he thinks I need protection from some faceless threat. I’d be a fool to trust him, and I can’t be bought. Certainly not to be his wife… Bratva Claim is Book 1 in The Volkov Series. It is a steamy, dual-POV dark mafia romance with obsession, danger and enemies-to-lovers energy. It is recommended to read this series in order. Books 1 and 2 end on a killer cliffhanger that will leave you begging for more and Book 3 has a to-die-for HEA.

Not all gifts come wrapped in ribbons—some come in masks. I came home for a quiet Christmas—a tree, some cocoa, maybe a little peace. Instead, I got a crumbling family, a storm of secrets… and the sound of boots breaking through the snow outside my door. My father’s enemies had come to collect. But when one masked man stepped out of the dark, I didn’t run—I invited him to play. What started as a dangerous game turned into something far more wicked. The nights grew colder, the rules blurred, and the monster in the mask wasn’t there to hurt me… He was there to make me his. Our holiday was wrapped in sin and tied with a neat red bow—a gift neither of us could return. If you crave masked men, forbidden games, and villains who burn for their heroines, then unwrap this dark Christmas romance now—before the fire dies out and the snow covers our sins. Silent Night Sins a stand-alone novella dark romance, with light mafia connections. There is no cheating, a guaranteed HEA, and no cliffhangers. A morally grey romance, this book may not be suitable for everyone.

The mission was supposed to be infiltrate, retrieve the data drives, and extract. However, the crash changed everything. Stranded several kilometres from their destination and surrounded by a dense dark forest, Delta Six had no choice but to embark on a perilous journey inland toward Station X. Along the way, they encounter several unexpected challenges, one of which is being hunted by a super predator. Join Commander John Hicks and his crew of specialists as they fight tooth and nail for their own survival. Island X is a fast, action-packed dino adventure with many twists and turns along the way. This book is suited for people who enjoy novels like Jurrasic Park

Is the evil lurking in Sunshine House human or something much worse? Once an exclusive Hollywood hotel catering to the likes of Rudolf Valentino and other great stars of the Silent Film Era, the Bockerman Hotel now is the Sunshine House, an assisted living home for seniors. And its residents are dying…in droves. Sara Caine, paranormal investigator, couldn’t believe she got an invitation to hunt for ghosts in the most haunted building in all of Los Angeles, The Sunshine House. Her excitement turns to horror as the mysteries of Sunshine House reveal themselves to be more terrifying then she could have ever imagined. The Haunting of Sunshine House is the first book in a creepy new Supernatural Suspense series that will have your spine tingling. If you like Darcy Coates, Amy Cross or Bill Thompson, then you’ll love The Haunting of Sunshine House by Dominika Best. Buy yourself a copy, grab a hot cocoa and turn down the lights. You’re in for a thrilling ride with Sara Caine in The Haunting of Sunshine House. Once you start, you won’t be able to put it down.

After surviving a brutal relationship, writer Eden Grant is determined to rebuild her life, keeping her focus on finishing her manuscript. But a chance encounter at a gritty construction site in Brooklyn changes everything. Zane Campanelli is a quiet, brooding man with kind eyes that see right through her walls, stripping her bare. He shouldn’t make her feel safe. He shouldn’t make her want more. But he does, especially when her new beginnings start to shatter. Someone is stalking her. The messages begin. Her name whispered in the dark. Her world is broken into. Her life is painted in blood. As the danger escalates, Eden turns to the one man she barely knows—but can’t seem to stay away from. Zane protects her like it's his instinct. Touches her like it’s a promise. But he’s hiding something. Something that ties him to the shadows creeping into her life. She’s falling for him fast. And she may not survive the landing.

She was the one who got away and broke his heart. Now, fate is giving them a second chance, but a vengeful enemy has different plans... Computer expert Zane “Banshee” Hawkins is part of Ex Nihilo, an elite black ops team. They’ve made it their mission to hunt down and eliminate an evil group known as The Agency. Zane might be a cocky SOB, but when he gets hacked by the enemy, he’s humble enough to admit there’s only one person more talented than him when it comes to a keyboard—River Larsen, his fake ex-wife. Pretending to be a married couple so they could infiltrate a terrorist ring had been the easy part. Watching River walk away after he’d suggested they continue seeing each other? Sheer torture. When River Larsen answers an unknown call, the last thing she expects to hear is Zane’s deep voice. Especially since she thought he was dead. But Zane’s working deep undercover and needs her help. A firm believer that everything happens for a reason, she goes to him, despite the fact leaving him before had been the hardest thing she’d ever done…until she’d tried to forget him. Although it’s been five years, the tension and sizzling attraction between them is stronger than ever. Zane is certain they belong together, but River’s cautious, tough-as-nails persona makes her wary. She’s a control freak, and being with Zane? Well, he makes her feel everything but in control. To take down The Agency, Zane and River find themselves working together once again. But the moment she decides to take a chance with him, a dangerous enemy strikes with a vengeance. The stakes have never been higher and with everything on the line, Zane must work fast or lose the woman he loves forever. \\\*This is an interconnected series and each warrior finds a happily-ever-after in his own story.

Nikki is settling into life in Florida and has been accepted by the Glock Grannies. When a murder takes place with the same MO as an old cold case, the girls are back on the mystery that brought them all together. They will have to circumvent the police, outsmart gangsters, and climb new heights if they're going to solve two murders at the same time. Can Nikki and the Glock Grannies finally solve the mystery that started it all?

Crown Prince Mazen Alfaidy’s entire life has been planned from the moment he was born. In a Middle Eastern culture that puts honor and traditions above all else, he knows where his duty lies. But life doesn’t always go according to plan, and sometimes, sacrifices become obligations. After medical school in London, Mazen returns to the Kingdom to resume his royal responsibilities, unaware of dark secrets surrounding him, or the disastrous events that soon would turn his life upside down. Matters in the palace start to spin out of control when his sister makes a grave mistake which is punishable by death. With his beloved sister’s life hanging in the balance, Mazen is forced to choose between saving her and marrying the woman he loves. In a kingdom built on secrets and lies, love might be the key to survival. Prequal to Black Keys, written from Mazen’s point of view. A Multicultural Arranged Marriage Romance.

Nikki is a flirtatious six-time divorcee. Geraldine is her quirky grandmother. Together with the retirement home neighborhood watch, they ensure no crime goes unpunished. When a killer goes after someone close to the gun-toting grannies, Nikki and the gang show they are willing to do whatever it takes to bring a killer to justice. Will it be enough to protect their friends or will it cost them more than they ever thought possible?

John Tyler finally built the life he wanted. But his past casts a long shadow. Eight years retired from the army, Tyler manages his PTSD and begins a job as a classic car mechanic. He’s a single dad to Lexi, who’s about to enter college. Life is looking up. Then, everything comes crashing down. Tyler’s former commanding officer is out of prison and hellbent on revenge. Their mutual hatred has been simmering for years. When it finally boils over, everyone and everything in Tyler’s life is threatened. He wanted to be a father and a mechanic. To save himself and his daughter, he’ll need to use the deadly skills he thought he left behind. Can Tyler stop a monster without becoming one himself? The Mechanic is the first gripping novel in the John Tyler series. It’s perfect for readers who like action thrillers with a little humor and a little heart.

From USA Today Bestselling Authors SR Jones and Silla Webb comes a twisted Dark Mafia, Fractured Fairy Tale Romance filled with pain and sorrow. I thought I wanted freedom, but I was wrong. I just needed a different kind of prison. James I found her locked in a tower. The girl who wrote a plea for help in her own blood. Her note called to something dark in me, and so I returned for her and took her as mine. Now she seems to think I’m her angel. She says we can be something beautiful. I’ve warned her that beauty is deceitful, but she’s nothing if not a believer … in us. In this. Can I live up to what she needs from me, or will my cold heart ruin this the way it does everything good in my life? Ellie He rescued me from my room in the tower and set me free. I’m lost in a new world, unable to navigate my new life. The rules and regulations of my enforced conformity were like restraints, and with them gone, I’m unmoored. I need a new safety and crave the certainty I had in my tower but without the pain and sorrow. Can this brutal but beautiful man, my fallen angel, give me that? I believe so. Slowly, one fragile step at a time, I explore my new world. But I explore too far, and the past catches up with me in a dangerous way. All I can hope and pray for is that I’ll find redemption a second time and truly be set free.

She was the sin I couldn't stop committing. Ms. Lila Becket always sat in the front row of my class, testing the limits of my restraint. I told myself I could stop watching her whenever I wanted. That I was in control. That I was a good, respectable English professor. Bullshit. All of it. My lover, Professor Alex Taggert, thought the same. He said control didn t suit me, that I was making our life miserable, and that it had to stop. So he took her. Tied her with silk ropes, gagged her, and gave her to me as a Christmas gift. Their Gift is a high-heat dark MMF novella not suitable for minors. Contains teacher/student taboo, stalking, kidnapping, dubious consent, two possessive heroes and one naughty college student. For full content details and tropes, see inside.

There’s a truth smoldering behind all the lies. And it’s about to ignite… Samantha Caine I used to be a rising star in the FBI’s Art Crimes unit. Now I’m stuck in my tiny Michigan hometown, working as a bored-out-of-my-skull insurance adjuster. Until, finally, an assignment that’s right up my alley—a claim for a million-dollar painting damaged in a fatal house fire. From the get-go, something’s not adding up. The police are blowing it off. My boss is dropping broad hints that he wants the case wrapped up ASAP. Worse, I’m paired up with a contractor who’s the kind of dark-haired, chisel-faced, Italian-accented distraction I don’t need. Antonio Ferraro, Ph.D. The first time I spot Samantha, there’s something hauntingly familiar about her striking jade green eyes. The second time our paths cross, I remember where I’ve seen those eyes before. So when we’re thrown together to discover the truth behind the charred remains of the canvas, I begin to believe our attraction is something more than mere chance. It doesn’t take long to figure out Samantha's a professional lie detector. And as the pressure to close the claim mounts, I can only hope the secrets she uncovers won’t include my own… This award-winning romantic suspense contains secrets, danger, and slow-burning passions. It is the first of a series but can be read as a standalone.

Only one obstacle stands in his way of enjoying a normal life. He remembers—every life he's lived before. Tres is about to be born... with the biggest burden any has ever had to bear. He is beginning again—as an ageless adult trapped in an infant body. He and his teenage mother face life filled with extraordinary challenges as they strive to protect, nurture, and hide how truly different he is. But Tres alone must solve the greatest mystery of all: who is he? The answer is linked to the one question he's too afraid to ask: why am I? In his quest, Tres discovers that all is considerably more interconnected and dynamic than he could ever imagine—and fraught with far more danger. He cannot hide from the unseen threat stalking him since his birth. Life as he knows it—as all know it—is in peril. And Tres is the only one aware.

She’s trained to be a good girl and take whatever her master gives her… Even if it means getting knocked up. Shy college student Lily doesn’t expect to catch the eye of a dominant older man at a bachelorette party. But billionaire Lennox Lockstead can’t stop thinking about the naturally submissive young woman who stood away from the crowd. She brings out a base, primal instinct in him. Not just to dominate, but to possess. It’s not enough to train her, to have her obedience and her innocence. He needs to claim her irreversibly. Until this younger woman is being filled up, again and again, by the possessive alpha male who wants to start a family with her. This is a smutty short read. Definitely not suitable for readers under the age of 18. Guaranteed HEA with marriage and pregnancy. Tropes age gap, breeding, domination, discipline, punishment, older man/younger woman.

He wanders the stars in search of a home. Instead, he got a girl without one. When Jeremiah arrived at Megiddo Station, all he wanted was to make some trades and resupply his starship. He never thought he'd come away with a wife. Before he knows it, he's back on his ship, alone with his accidental bride. Since neither of them speak the same language, he has no way to tell her that there's been a terrible mistake. And because of the deadly famine ravaging her home, there's no going back. She's entirely at his mercy, and that terrifies him more than anything. Jeremiah isn't ready to take responsibility for anyone. He's a star wanderer, roaming the Outworld frontier in search of his fortune. Someday he'll settle down, but for now, he just wants to drop the girl off at the next port and move on. As he soon finds out, though, she has other plans.

He's ready to be real, but her heart won't play along. I never wanted a wife. But to secure everything I’ve fought for, I need one. Enter my brilliant, infuriatingly beautiful assistant, Kate. She’s fighting a battle of her own. There’s a little girl who needs her, and she’ll do anything to keep her. Even agree to a play pretend marriage with me. It’s strictly business. No feelings. No future. But the chemistry is impossible to fake. The kisses feel real. The touches linger. I wasn’t supposed to want her. Now I can’t stop. And if I don’t convince her this was always more than a deal, I’ll lose the only people that ever truly mattered.

She’s done waiting. He’s about to realize everything he’s ever wanted was right in front of him. Magnolia Miller has kept her feelings for Koda Kane under lock and key for years. The quiet librarian with a fierce heart and a fondness for romance novels has watched her best friend, a former SEAL and full-time ranch hand, carry the weight of the world on his broad shoulders. But now? She’s had enough. It’s time to turn the page and show him exactly what he's been missing. Koda’s always known Magnolia was special—smart, loyal, gorgeous—but off-limits. She’s his anchor in a world full of chaos. But when Magnolia makes her move, everything shifts. Suddenly, Koda can’t stop thinking about her lips, her laugh… and how he ever lived without her. Add in one angry library patron with a grudge, a little chaos in the stacks, and a kiss that rewrites all the rules, and this Texas novella turns into a full-blown whirlwind of passion, danger, and happily-ever-afters. She’s not just his best friend. She’s his future. He just has to catch up. This book is a short read you can finish in a lunch hour. It’s full of laughs, heat, and over the top situations. This Summer Ridge Series book is a fun read, not meant to be taken seriously. Sit back, relax, and enjoy a good laugh in Summer Ridge.

Nikki is a flirtatious six-time divorcee. Geraldine is her quirky grandmother. Mix in a bunch of gun-toting grannies, an outrageous retirement home, and an unsolved mystery and there's bound to be some excitement. Follow along as Nikki and the cast of retirement home vigilantes work to solve the mystery before everything goes up in smoke. Up in Smoke is part of the Glock Grannies Cozy Mystery series. If you like fun cozy mysteries and outrageous characters, you are going to love Up in Smoke . Buy Up in Smoke and start solving your next mystery today!

Three full length stand alone novels by Bestselling Author Nikki Sex, all featuring André Chevalier! 1\. Elizabeth's Bondage Elizabeth and her husband Mark celebrate their first wedding anniversary in style with a luxurious vacation in Las Vegas. The special occasion quickly takes an unexpected turn when Elizabeth wakes up naked, blindfolded and tied to a bed with no recollection of what happened. Where is she? Where is her husband? And who is the strangely seductive captor who seems to know her better than she knows herself? Yet, nothing is as it seems. So begins Elizabeth and Mark's journey of sexual self-discovery through bondage, submission and domination. 1\. Carmen's New York Romance Kurt Nielsen—dominant, wealthy and New York's most eligible bachelor. Carmen Wilson—a woman who has lost everything and is on the run for her life. A chance meeting brings them together in a blaze of sensual heat. Unfortunately for Kurt, Carmen runs again. Now he’s turning the city upside down to find her. But Kurt's not the only one searching for Carmen. Two Federal Agents and her violent ex-boyfriend also want to get their hands on her. Carmen has secrets she’s convinced will make Kurt despise her. How could she possibly reveal the truth? Will Kurt find Carmen before the feds and her ex do? Can he teach her how to love and trust again? 3\. Bound and Freed "Haven't you ever been in love?" "You mean that stupid, insane, sickly infatuation one gets when they can't eat and can't sleep because they only think of him?" "That's the one." John Taylor is a beautiful and dangerous man, but also a deeply damaged soul, bound to his tormented past. Nicknamed “Father John,” he’s also a notorious, sought after sadist at the local BDSM club. Kelly Flynn is restrained by troubling ties of her own. She is suffering from the "Fatal Female Flaw" when ordinarily sensible women fall madly in love with an unattainable man who can't, or won't, love them back. There's no possible way Kelly can ever break through John's defenses to the tortured soul beneath... or can she?

The island remembers every name spoken in fear - and every woman who dares to speak one back... Lina Delos Santos has rehearsed her terror for eight long years. When a single message announces her husband’s return, she steps into Nanay Rosita’s crooked hut and takes a blood‑dark stone - a talisman pulsing with old promise and older debts. She whispers the forbidden name Maruz, a judgment‑bringer bound to the island’s pre‑colonial bargains. The creature answers. What follows is swift, merciless a man erased, a life rewritten, and Lina walking free for the first time in years. But the protection Maruz offers lasts only a season. His presence heals her wounds and burns away pieces of her soul. Ligaya - the first woman to bleed for the bargain—haunts Lina’s dreams, and the Sisterhood’s covenant presses heavy against her palm. As the island’s old stories rise from their dark places, Lina is drawn deeper into the grammar of talismans, the rituals of vengeance, and the dangerous tenderness of the being she summoned. Every miracle leaves a scar. Every judgment redraws the map of who is safe and who pays. And the season is ending. Now Lina must feed the demon another man’s life to keep her sanctuary - or let Maruz fade back into the nether halls and face the world alone. To claim her power, she may have to ransom her humanity. To break the chain, she may lose the only protector she has ever known. In a world where old gods wake hungry and women’s names can open wounds in reality, will Lina build a Sisterhood strong enough to change the island - or will her sanctuary become a graveyard of her own making? If you love folkloric dark fantasy, feminist revenge tales, and supernatural thrillers with teeth, you’ll be devoured by Incubus Rising. Click BUY NOW and step into the island’s shadowed halls - if you dare speak the name.

Features: A mountain man and younger BBW curvy girl romance. Small-town instalove themes. Sarah I never intended on staying in Pink Springs for long. After helping my sister save her business, it was supposed to be back to the city for me. At least, that was the idea when I still had a job to go to. Now, I'm floating in limbo and living out of my sister's boyfriend's ranch. It's not all bad, though. Kane's here, and he's a real treat for the eyes. But there are more pressing things to worry about. Like saving Harlow's ranch. Working out what I'm going to do with my life. And figuring out exactly who kissed who when Kane and I locked lips in the forest... Kane Nobody ever prepares you for life after service. I've been back in Pink Springs for years, but I feel like I'm stuck watching the same rerun. Every day, my bro and I try to keep the ranch running while looking after mom. And every day, I'm haunted by the memories of my buddy who never came home. I'm beginning to think I'm cursed. A bad luck charm. Every day is hard work. That's why, no matter what, I won't bring Sarah into my world. When Harlow's ranch comes under threat, though, she rises to the challenge. And no matter how many demons I'm fighting, it's getting harder and harder to keep my distance from this curvy woman. Six of us enlisted, but only five of us got to board the plane home. From the second our boots hit the dust bowl, we made a promise forged in blood. If any one of us lost our lives in that godforsaken desert, we'd all pitch in to look after our fallen comrade's family. When Harlow met his end, it's a promise that we stuck to. And in Pink Springs, Vermont, we all found something to keep our hands busy inbetween taking care of Harlow's kid siblings and parents. Laid-back jobs, storefronts and eateries full of small-town charm, and the curvy girls who stole our hearts. A mountain man instalove romance series, featuring alpha males, older man and younger, BBW woman partners, and hunky mountain men who have to have their curvy girl. There's no cheating and no cliffhangers. HEA comes as standard!

Reuben can see the emotions of others. And Christian's emotions are the most beautiful thing he's ever seen. One look and he doesn't just surrender... He hands himself over without looking back. 'Christian' isn't human. But shapeshifting is easy, letting go isn't. Even if it's a lie, he'll do anything to keep Christian Adler's memory alive. But nothing escapes Reuben's eyes. Please review the warnings and triggers before reading, as I'm Not Christian Adler is a dark romance and contains strong themes of violence along with other sensitive content.

#1 Best Seller Action & Adventure Romance An Amazon Top 100 Best Seller He saved her once… now he’s teaching her to save herself. BlackStone Securities Agent Devil Ray Vos needs control, and around his best friend’s younger sister, Ellie Stone? He knows he can’t keep it. The BlackStone team saved her a year ago, and Devil hasn’t been able to get his angel off his mind since. She’s in college and still healing, so he’s kept his distance. That resolve vanishes when her brother asks Devil to train her in self-defense. His head tells him to stay away, but no one can protect her better than he can. Ellie survived the worst trauma of her life a year ago. Her best friend didn’t, and Ellie has fought survivor’s guilt and PTSD ever since. Only Devil seems to understand her. He sees her as a survivor… and his best friend’s kid sister. But his face was the first she saw when BlackStone rescued her, and you never get over a hero crush. When Devil lessons get more hands-on, she realizes her feelings burn deeper. But all that gets pushed aside when the BlackStone team goes after the men who took Ellie, and her life is suddenly at stake again. It’s do or die. And she’ll have to use Devil’s lessons to stay alive. FIGHTING CONVICTION is the suspenseful second chapter in the Conviction Series of interconnected standalones. Devil and Ellie get their happily-ever-after and a new couple gets their own HEA in Book Three, while the entire series carries an overarching plot. \\The Conviction series should be read by mature readers only (18+) and contains sexually explicit scenes, along with descriptions of human trafficking, drugs, strong language, and physical and sexual violence. Reader discretion is advised.\\

𝐀 𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐤, 𝐦𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐧, 𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐓𝐨𝐝𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐚 𝐭𝐰𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚 𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫. 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐭… 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐮𝐧𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐝. Fifteen years ago, a girl sacrificed her life for mine. I’ve wanted only justice ever since. Then Talia entered the stage. I’m the barber’s son. The Don’s nephew. A prince without a throne and only revenge to fuel me. She’s the bakers’ granddaughter. Sweet Tallie. Their 𝑑𝑜𝑙𝑐𝑒. My 𝑣𝑖𝑝𝑒𝑟𝑎. My desires have always stopped at vengeance. She’s made me want more. But my vendetta will destroy everything in my path, and I won’t risk bringing her into my world. I never suspected she’d snake her way in on her own. I craved a bite of her sugar and spice, but my little 𝑣𝑖𝑝𝑒𝑟𝑎 is fangs and venom. Now all I want is to be bitten. 𝗗𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗙𝗨𝗟 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗸, 𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗳𝗶𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝗧𝗼𝗱𝗱, 𝗛𝗮𝗺𝗹𝗲𝘁, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝘂𝘀𝗮, 𝘀𝗲𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗺𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗻-𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗕𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗟𝗢𝗡𝗘 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗖𝘂𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀. 𝗚𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗛𝗘𝗔. 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗗𝗢𝗘𝗦 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗴𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘀𝗼 𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿'𝘀 𝘄𝗲𝗯𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗧𝗪.

He was my sister’s ruin. The manipulator who played with her until the Night Hunt took her life. Now I’m back at Westpoint Academy, demanding answers. But Rhett doesn’t give answers. He gives scars. He gives lies. He gives me a reason to fear the dark. And still, he drags me closer. I came to destroy him. But he’s already decided—I’ll be the one he keeps. Tropes include but are not limited Manipulative AntiheroDark Secrets & Sister’s GhostEnemies-to-LoversPsychological GamesConsensual Non-Consent (CNC)Stalker RomanceDual POV, First Person Breaking Isolde is the second book in the Feral Boys of Westpoint series by Haven Snow. This series is classified as dark romance and is intended for mature audiences only.

Snake The enemy is two steps ahead. Every time we think we have answers, We're left with only more questions. I've made mistakes, Hunted the wrong villains, And now innocents are paying the price. Naomi's found herself in the middle of it all. She can't know how broken I am, The rage that I keep buried inside, Or that my past has become her nightmare. Naomi fears she's a damsel trapped by her villain, But she's my queen. And it's time she breaks free. Naomi The villain has me trapped. Every time I think I can escape, The chains strengthen and my hope fades. I've made mistakes, Trusted the wrong man, And now I'm paying the price. Snake wants me to run away from it all. He doesn't know how caged I am, The fears that keep me frozen in place. Or that my dream has become my nightmare. Snake worries he's a monster ruined by his past, But he's my knight. And it's time I break free. ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ Breaking Conviction is the third novel in the Conviction series of interconnected standalones, which have an overarching plot throughout the series, but no cliffhanger for the couple in this book. Please consider reading the books in order for best enjoyment. \\While every book in the Conviction series has an HEA, the series should be read by mature readers only (18+) and contains sexually explicit scenes, along with descriptions of human trafficking, drugs, strong language, and physical, sexual, and domestic violence. Reader discretion is advised.\\ IMPORTANT: Somewhere along the way in the formatting process, I accidentally switched up chapters 25-29. It was a simple fix, BUT if you don’t know it, it’s very confusing to read around 😅 If your chapter 25 begins with “This is Naomi,...” then you, my dear, have a limited edition!! I’m encouraged that Amazon will remedy this mixup asap. If you have a jacked up chapter 25-29, then the reading order should be the following: … Chapters 1-24, 26, 27, 28, 29, 25, then 30-end To thank you for being the owner of a limited edition copy, I’d love to throw a giveaway! If you have a digital copy with a chapter 25 that starts with “This is Naomi,” please send me a pic and you’ll be entered to win a signed paperback! US participants will receive a paperback, international participants will receive an Amazon gift card. ALL paperback owners—> please send me a pic and I’ll send you a corrected signed paperback! Thank y’all for reading my books and for buying an early copy. Your support means everything to me!!! This giveaway ends September 20th!

The dead whisper her name. The living will learn to fear it. Elara was nothing—just a servant lost in the frozen crypts of Icespire, cursed by royalty and abandoned by her kingdom. But when fire rained from the sky, turning her icy prison into a graveyard, she emerged from the ashes—scarred, stolen magic humming beneath her skin, and hungry for vengeance. Now, hidden behind the mask of the princess she once served, Elara is trapped in the gilded cage of Emberfall’s court as the king’s seventh wife. Here, smiles are sharper than blades, secrets bleed like wounds, and every heartbeat risks exposure. Her stolen ice magic is her only weapon—and her greatest curse. But nothing is more dangerous than him. The Dragon King. A villain carved from flame and fury, whose molten gaze sees through her lies and whose obsession threatens to consume her whole. His interest isn’t just dangerous—it’s lethal. Because he’s not just her enemy. He’s the temptation that could ruin her. And while Rhydian, her loyal guard, shields her from daggers in the dark, it’s his forbidden devotion that slices deepest. His loyalty is a fragile line Elara can’t afford to cross—especially when her heart keeps daring to betray her. In a world where love is a liability, trust is treason, and power demands sacrifice, Elara didn’t claw her way back from death to bow. She rose to set kingdoms on fire. Perfect for fans of villain romance, forbidden love, and enemies-to-lovers tension, Death Bound is a darkly addictive romantasy of survival, betrayal, and the deadly masks we wear to claim what’s ours.

Secrets and Kisses. Rugby League and Forbidden Romance. Scoring the Ultimate Goal: Love Maverick I never expected to cross the line with Sara—she's my best friend’s little sister. But when a career-ending injury destroyed my rugby dreams, I needed a place to hide from the media, and Sara became more than just a safe haven. As friends became secret lovers, we juggled hidden kisses and stolen moments. I'm not falling in love—I've already fallen. But when I'm offered an opportunity to build a new rugby league team that will wear my name, it comes at a cost—more secrets. If anyone discovers our romance, I'll lose my best friend's trust, and my new career will be over before it starts. I want to be the man Sara deserves and not a washed-up footballer. How can I ask her to trust in me and in us when it feels as if all I'm keeping is secrets? Sara For years, I've been 'the little sister,' 'the plain wallflower,' and 'just Kenzie's sister.' One kiss changed everything. Years of dreaming about my sister's best friend turned into hopes for a happily ever after. And when flirty banter and dancing in my living room became more than one kiss, I trusted him. I allowed myself to believe in us. But now, Maverick has found a new, secret job that consumes all his waking hours, and I start to wonder—was I just a distraction from his injury? After all, can a football hero like Maverick ever love a girl like me? Playing the Maverick is full of banter and secrets when a broken rugby league hero falls in love with his best friend's sister. Get this fun and flirty sports romance today.

What do you do when you’ve just lost everything? You fight. For four years, I’ve been punching and kicking my way through hundreds of unworthy MMA opponents. For four years, I’ve kept seeing her face. Maddie’s face. My one great love. After a brutal cage match that sent me to the ER, Maddie took off across the country. Six months pregnant. She left to have my baby as far from me as she could. No more violence, she said. No fighting. I had to live with it. I had no choice. But last night I got a phone call from my little girl, asking me to come to her fourth birthday party. Her friends all have daddies, she said. Would I be hers? Damn right I will. I decide that when I get to New York, I’m not going to care about Maddie. I’m not going to even look at her. But I do. And the moment I see her again, I know one thing is true. This ain’t over. FIGHT FOR HER VOL 1 is the first of a four-part serial.

#1 Best Seller Action & Adventure Literary Fiction An Amazon Top 125 Best Seller He walked away once… he won’t make that mistake again. Former MF7 Operative Jason Stone is back in town and he can’t stop thinking about the woman he left behind: Jules Bellerose. She’s the love of his life, the one that got away… but he’s the bullet she dodged. Ever since he ghosted her, Jules has made a name for herself, arguing for second chances in every courthouse across the southeast. When Jason’s sister goes missing, he’s the prime suspect, and he needs the best defense attorney there is. Good thing he still remembers her number. Jules swore off love after Jason broke her heart. Defending her clients is her main priority now. But when her past collides with her present, it gets harder to believe that Jason is “just a client.” Especially after one heated argument in particular becomes much, much more. When her own life is in danger, the tables turn and she has to depend on Jason to be her protector again. Self-control is impossible when it’s just the two of them, but what will he think of her after she confesses her own secrets? Only one thing is for certain. Keeping her hands off her new client will be the toughest case she’s had yet. ESCAPING CONVICTION is the suspenseful first chapter in the Conviction Series of interconnected standalones. Jason and Jules get their happily-ever-after and a new couple gets their own HEA in Book Two, while the entire series carries an overarching plot. \\While Escaping Conviction has an HEA, this read is not for the faint of heart. The Conviction series should be read by mature readers only (18+) and contains sexually explicit scenes, along with descriptions of human trafficking, drugs, strong language, and physical and sexual violence. Reader discretion is advised.\\

Hawk When my team called, I answered, But I didn’t know the cost. I didn’t know I would lose everything, My fiancée, my best friend, my future... All for a lie. Hannah was my world. And trusting the wrong people shattered my world. Her father is hunting her. My team is hunting him. But I found her first. I’ll protect her no matter what, But can she forgive me for leaving her years ago? Hannah When his team called, he answered, Leaving me to fend for myself. I thought I’d lost everything, But one gift remained… All thanks to a lie. Hawk was mi cielo, But trusting him darkened my sky. Now my father is hunting me. Only I couldn’t outrun Hawk. He found me first. No matter what, I have to protect us, But can he forgive me for that night years ago? ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ Leading Conviction is the sixth and final book in the Conviction series, a COMPLETE series with an overarching plot. Please consider reading all of the books in order for best enjoyment. TWs: contains sexually explicit scenes, strong language, and triggering dark elements such as physical violence, murder, public shooting, war, human trafficking; and references/coping with trauma related to past CSA and human trafficking. Reader discretion is advised (+18).

PHOENIX Their screams haunt me. I’ve tried to drown them out, But now I’m forced to fight my demons in this hell. Shackles remind me I’m a hostage. That my pain isn’t a nightmare. This time, the screams are my own. Only one thing gets me through it all. Brown Eyes. She is my strength and my downfall. But does she want to be rescued? I used to be haunted by the evil in my nightmares. Now the monsters are real. I don’t know if she’s a villain or my savior. CALLIE Her death haunts me. I’ve tried to fight for justice, But now I’m losing myself in this hell. I got in over my head and now I’m trapped. This place is a nightmare. And I have to escape. Only one thing can stop me. Prisoner 813. He is my weakness and my salvation. But does he deserve to be rescued? He’s haunted by his nightmares. Maybe he deserves them. I don’t know if he’s a villain or a savior. ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ Atoning Conviction is the fifth novel in the Conviction series, which has an overarching plot throughout the series, but no cliffhanger for the couple in this book. For best enjoyment, please read in order. \\While the Conviction Series as a whole is not considered “dark romance,” Atoning Conviction definitely qualifies as a dark romance. It should only be read by mature readers (18+). For complete TW list please read reviews, see the Author's Note on the inside, the Author's "review" below, or visit the Author's Website. Reader discretion is advised.\\

DRACO I dreamt of her purple hair And the pain on her face when I failed her. One night was all we had, Then they stole her from me. When I woke up, all her color was gone. A lot can happen in a year. She saved herself the day I almost died. Now her kidnappers aren't the only evil in town. We're going to find answers. Together. Even though she's keeping secrets from me. I want all of her. Everything. But she can't even look me in the eye Before she breaks my heart. NORA His quiet soul sees right through me Even the pain I hide behind my smile. I only knew him for one night, Then he sacrificed himself for me. Now he's awake and won't let me hide. A lot has happened this past year. I lost myself the day I thought he died. Now there's much more at stake. I've lived my life behind a mirror Playing the character others want to see. He wants all of me. Everything. But what will be left of me After he breaks my heart? ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ Healing Conviction is the fourth novel in the Conviction series of interconnected standalones, which have an overarching plot throughout the series, but no cliffhanger for the couple in this book. Please consider reading the books in order for best enjoyment. \\While every book in the Conviction series has an HEA, the series should be read by mature readers only (18+) and contains sexually explicit scenes, along with descriptions of human trafficking, drugs, strong language, and physical and sexual violence. Reader discretion is advised.\\

The Draak, an ancient race of dragon shapeshifters, claim Earth after centuries of absence. To some, the Draak are like gods. To others, they're invaders. To Everly Ghlass, they're the ones that took everything from her. After her adopted father is convicted of killing a high ranking Draak, Everly enters a deadly competition to win his freedom. Her plans are shattered when the brother of the murdered Draak claims the keys to her fate. Draven Tempest is one of the oldest Draak, a man with a literal raging fire in him and plenty of pent up anger. Anger he plans to direct at Everly. Now she has a choice. She can fight until it destroys her or surrender to a dangerously alluring new life. At first, it's a cruel, psychological game, but as time passes, the fearless Everly Ghlass begins to chip away at Draven's hardened exterior to find something aggressive...and passionate. As the two inch closer to a threshold that will leave them both changed forever, conspiracy and rebellion threaten the balance of the world. With war on the horizon, Everly and Draven must discover where they stand or be torn apart in a storm of fire.

“I don’t want to go to bed with you tonight, Little Rabbit.” Lucky tipped her chin up and leaned in close, until she felt his warm breath on her face. “You don’t?” A thousand thoughts rushed through Trinity’s head, none of which were complimentary. Of course he doesn’t. “No. I want to wake up beside you in the morning.” And that was the difference between a boy and a man. Collin, “Lucky” Casey earned his nickname from tiptoeing the line between life and death multiple times. Now, the retired Delta Force Operator is leading men once again. This time, his unit is a rowdy crew of motorcycle club members. The Spartan Watchmen have more than bikes in common; they are all former special forces operators and BDSM Dominants. When a rival club rides into town, threatening everything he holds dear, Collin knows he will either earn his nickname one more time or he will die defending it. Trinity Rodrigo has all but given up on love. A fifty-seven-year-old divorcee, she’s combined her love for books, coffee and wine with her recently acquired MBA and opened Day & Night. Coffee shop by day, Wine Bar by night with the town’s only bookstore in the middle, she couldn’t predict the popularity of her new business venture. Overwhelmed by her adult responsibilities, Trinity escapes it all with her visits to The Citadel’s Playdates for those in the BDSM lifestyle that identify as Littles. She’s long since abandoned hope at finding a Daddy to call her own, she’s just happy to hang out with her friends. Welcome back to the Rocky Mountains where many sexy military veterans have decided to call home. From the gates of Valhalla to the walls of the Spartan Watchmen Motorcycle Club compound, the citizens of Grand Ridge are well guarded. The battle-hardened warriors will stop at nothing to protect everything that belongs to including the women they love.

Now is the chance to make him mine! I have always wanted him, but he's never seen me as anything more than a little girl. Now is my chance to show him, I am more. That we can have something special. If only he will give us a chance For years, I have denied my attraction to her. But now she is all grown up and all woman. I should stay away, but I can't. Because I want her, more than anything. But once I have her, will that be enough? This is a stand-alone romance with a guaranteed HEA and no cliffhangers!

The STONEBROOKE REBELS are coming... Stephanie Marie brings you a BRAND NEW Angsty, Dark, Enemies to Lovers College romance series filled with heaps of suspense, passion, and forbidden tropes. Destroyed by the lethal flames of their love... Rising recklessly from the ashes to feel the burn all over again. Phoenix Gonzales has been kept deep in the shadows, hidden safely away from the monsters around her… Until now. Enter Caleb and Dane... the brutal and twisted Savage brothers. Ruthless... Deceitful... Power-hungry Gods... Phoenix never imagined being caught up, trapped and held captive at their unforgiving mercy. Together, they control the small town of Stonebrooke with an iron grip, and everyone inside the cold woodland forest surrounding them. Phoenix included. All too soon, she's under their control. Caught up in the heated lust and twisted web of lies; becoming more entangled, more dependent on them with each passing day. Enrolling at the prestigious college feels like a distant dream. A dream which has morphed into a living nightmare, as her world slowly crumbles around her. Relentless and unapologetic... just like her vicious Savage brothers. Monsters who prey on her soul, consuming and breaking her until nothing but an empty shell remains. Surrendering her heart to not one but two vicious stepbrothers was never going to be easy. Only time will tell if she can survive the excruciating pain and heartbreak.

He broke my heart. Now he wants me back. \—- KACIE: Micah Andrews was my everything—bandmate, best friend, and secret crush—until he replaced me as the drummer in his band. I was devastated. I moved back home and vowed never to let myself be vulnerable again. Now he's begging me to come back to help him record an album on a super tight timeline. Rebecca—his new drummer—left him high and dry, and the label's given him an ultimatum: Finish the album or they're canceling his upcoming tour. I tried to say no. I told him to find another drummer. But Micah doesn't want another drummer. He wants me. I can hear the emotion in his voice. I know how much he's counting on me right now, and I also know how utterly lost I've been without him. I can't walk away from this chance to repair our friendship, but I'd better figure out how to protect my heart—and fast—or Micah might just break it into a thousand pieces all over again, and then I'd lose my best friend. Forever. A Spicy Second Chance, Friends to Lovers, Bandmates Rockstar Romance \—- Soulmates: Two bands. Three shows. Four happily ever afters. Just Friends With a Rockstar is a complete romance novella with no cliffhanger. This story can be enjoyed as a standalone or read as the first book in the Soulmates interwoven rockstar romance series.

By NY Times Bestselling Author Bob Mayer writing as Robert Doherty (author of the bestselling Area 51 series) What if the Shadow that destroyed Atlantis 10,000 years ago, comes back to threaten our present world? “Some say the world will end in fire, some say in ice.” Thus Robert Frost warns the President of the Shadow at the beginning of Atlantis Gate, before departing on a classified mission on the first nuclear submarine, the USS Nautilus. A war beyond time. An enemy beyond space. A thriller beyond your wildest dreams. Three areas on the Earth’s surface defy explanation: the Bermuda Triangle, the Devil’s Sea of Japan, and a small region of Cambodia. Inside these realms, planes have disappeared, ships have vanished, and, in Cambodia, an entire civilization has been lost leaving behind Angkor Wat. In 480 BC, King Leonidas leads 300 Spartans to Thermopylae to try to delay the massive Persian Army. Known only to the King, they have an even more important mission: to escort and protect a powerful priestess to a mystical gate through which she can travel to help save the world. It’s a mission for which Leonidas will gladly sacrifice his own, and his men’s lives. On the Nazca Plain in Chile, an old woman has been studying ancient lines in the ground for decades. Now she finally understands their terrifying message. In the present, tremors deep inside the Earth threaten all civilizations. Eric Dane races against time to find the key to stopping this assault from the dark Shadow. He must reach across time to the Spartans and the priestess they escort to find the key to this defense. And in doing so, he must travel to the Space Between, the boundary between our world, and the world of the Shadow.

Nora Roberts meets Yellowstone in this brand new must read series from USA Today bestselling author Pamela Fagan Hutchins. When an investment guru turns up dead in the septic tank behind her husband’s new Wyoming lodge, Jennifer must put the campaign that could make her the youngest ever female district attorney in Houston on hold to defend the well-lubricated lodge caretaker, or he’ll go down for a murder she’s convinced he didn’t commit. Prosecutor Jennifer Herrington has it all in Texas, until her husband Aaron falls for a ramshackle lodge on the face of the ruggedly beautiful Bighorn Mountains. But before he can sell her on a new life in the cowboy state—one filled with pets and kids, where he’ll trade his fancy veterinary clinic for a simple country practice, and she’ll write the murder mystery she’s always dreamed of—they find a prominent local man in the septic tank, a knife in his temple, long past saving. As an early fall blizzard hits, deputies zero in on George, the caretaker, and not just because the lookalike victim is his sworn enemy and the ex-husband of George’s deceased wife: George is covered in blood with no memories of the night before. Despite the evidence (and lack of working plumbing at the lodge) and nightmares about a childhood trauma in Wyoming that she can't remember, Jennifer feels a connection to George, a man who saves baby skunks, rescues feral cats, and is besotted with the incontinent old dog who was also stabbed and left for dead by the killer. But, even so, when George asks for her help and Aaron begs her to stay, no one is more shocked than Jennifer when she agrees to take the case and search for the real murderer—at least until she can find a replacement lawyer for George and get back to the bright lights of her real life in the big city. Bonus for fans of other PFH series: watch for strong appearances by crossover characters from What Doesn't Kill You and Patrick Flint. A former attorney, Pamela runs an off-the-grid lodge on the face of Wyoming's Bighorn Mountains, living out the adventures in her books with her husband, rescue dogs and cats, and enormous horses.

A labyrinth of secrets, a murderous plot, and vengeful spirits—welcome to Fairmore Falls. Dive into the heart-stopping world of Fairmore Falls. Inheriting a sprawling Texas manor, Renee Fairmore is plunged into a labyrinth of deadly secrets, spectral encounters, and a murderous plot threatening her family's lineage. Guided by the handsome lawyer, Joshua, she must unveil a treacherous past and face down menacing spirits to safeguard her daughter's future. Fairmore Falls is a gripping thriller that interweaves mystery, supernatural elements, and one woman’s tenacious quest for justice. Prepare for an unputdownable reading experience.

Twenty years ago, a young girl went missing from the woods in Louisiana. Reese Lindley has never stopped wondering what happened to her. Sleeping Beauties When the daughter of a prominent businessman and a wealthy debutante vanishes, Reese Lindley returns to her hometown to cover the case for her podcast. Confronted by the past and her estranged family, Reese learns that the quiet town has more secrets to hide than she ever could have imagined. The Professor When Nicole Costello's boyfriend is kidnapped by a notorious secret society, she finds herself infiltrating the inner workings of the society itself in order to save him. In a race against the clock, Nicole uncovers the dark secrets of her parents' pasts, but can she come to terms with the truth in enough time to rescue her boyfriend?

What would you risk to save your family? Former United States Department of Defense contractor Charlie Owens resigned from his position with the government to live a life off-grid. After building a cabin on a small island in the Pacific Northwest, the detonation of an EMP sets into motion a series of events that will test Charlie and his family in ways he never imagined.

Friendship, love, and a pinch of nostalgia—can Mia and Ollie whip up the recipe for happily ever after? Mia Claremont has always poured her heart into baking, but she’s kept her talents safely behind closed doors. Sharing her desserts with the world? Too risky. Too personal. But when her best friend, Oliver Harper, ropes her into helping with a high-profile Valentine’s pop-up at his restaurant, she can’t refuse. Not when Ollie believes in her more than she’s ever believed in herself. For Ollie, this event is more than just a chance to impress industry elites. It’s the opportunity of a lifetime. National recognition, a career-defining award, and the future he’s worked so hard to build all rest on one delivering a menu that captures the magic of romance. And Mia’s confections? They’re the secret ingredient that might just make it unforgettable. As late nights in the kitchen blur the lines between friendship and something more, Mia wonders if risking her heart is the sweetest risk of all. But when old doubts resurface and unexpected pressures threaten to shake their foundation, Mia and Ollie must decide—will they let fear hold them back, or take a leap of faith toward the love that’s been right in front of them all along? Perfect for fans of small-town romance, friends-to-lovers slow burns, and decadent, heartwarming love stories, Confections of the Heart is a delectable treat you won’t want to miss! The complete Evergreen Hills Romance A Snowflake's Promise, featuring Ethan Harper and Rachel TurnerConfections of the Heart, featuring Oliver Harper and Mia ClaremontSkyscrapers & Starlight, featuring Grace Harper and Holden CrossFraming Up for Love, featuring Liam Harper and Hallie Whitaker

Find out what readers are raving about... She'll risk her life to break his curse but revealing the truth could be far more dangerous. In high school, a friend’s mother blames Grayson Steele for the tragic death of her daughter. Now, years later, Grayson is wealthy and successful, but on the brink of suicide. Because the women he loves are dying. And he can’t stop it. Knowing about Grayson’s circumstances, Gillian Fletcher derives a plan. Catch the killer who’s making Grayson Steele’s life a living hell. But there’s only one way to do it. She has to be the bait. As Grayson and Gillian’s plan takes shape, they must not only expose a killer, but also their feelings for each other. The further they go, the more secrets they will reveal. Secrets that will illuminate not just a murderer, but shocking truths that neither may be prepared to face. Truths that will change their future forever. "...enthralling." "WOW." "Addictive!" "So entertaining." "Plenty of twists." "Excellent romance." "MUST READ." Curse Breaker is an Indie BRAG Medallion recipient, a 2017 Best Story award winner from New York Literary Magazine and a semi-finalist in the 2017 Kindle Book Awards for Mystery/Thriller. It can be read on its own or before J. T. Bishop's Red-Line trilogy. If you love murder mysteries, page turners, and fast-paced stories, then you'll love this compelling book by award-winning author J. T. Bishop. Pick up Curse Breaker and enjoy Bishop's latest adventure today!

Raven O'Hara's perfect life in Laurel Valley is unraveling. Her husband Wyatt's unexplained absences, mysterious receipts, and the secrets in his eyes have her questioning everything she thought she knew about their marriage. What Raven doesn't know is that Wyatt's work as a DEA agent has forced him into a dangerous undercover operation—one that requires keeping secrets even from the woman he loves. Each lie meant to protect her only pushes her further away. When a deadly drug ring targets their mountain town and puts Raven directly in harm's way, the truth can no longer stay hidden. With the powerful O'Hara family rallying around them, Raven and Wyatt must find their way back to each other before it's too late. A breathtaking tale of second chances and rediscovered passion, Forgiveness River reminds us that true love can weather any storm—if we have the courage to fight for it.

During the chaotic upheaval of his team, guys transferring, new guys coming in, and the veterans are left dealing with the loss of one of their own, Ryuu “Dragon” Shannon heads home for a visit to his Brooklyn neighborhood. He discovers that Jo is living with his mom, and to his shock, he finds his one-night stand with his tattoo artist produced a daughter, Ceri. He’d been drunk that night, and she’d been willing. As they work to navigate his newfound place in Jo and Ceri’s lives, he’s charmed by their sweet daughter and starts to fall for the girl he’d never gotten the chance to know and who has grown into a woman he can’t get off his mind. Josephine Moretti is glad that Dragon is back for an extended leave. She remembered touching his body both when she gave him his distinctive tattoo and the night they spent together. A night that changed her life and…gave her Ceri. She’d had a thing for him, but had never gotten to know him as well as she hoped. He’d disappeared and she didn’t know how to get in touch with him. Now he was a Navy SEAL, and as far as she could tell, nothing had changed. Things were about to get complicated now that he was home and she wants her little girl to know her dad. But, Dragon has been away for a while, and Jo’s learned to take care of them both, but when a threat from Dragon’s past threatens them all, she finds that Dragon is every inch the hero she thought he was and maybe, just maybe, an amazing dad for Ceri.

They say fences make great neighbors, but what do you do when you live in the same apartment building and your neighbor is as annoying as they are attractive? West Vanderhall is more than content living his life on a strict schedule. He thrives on plans and going to bed early. So when his upstairs neighbor, Halle Parker, has a habit of being loud at night, he’s determined to figure out a way to get back at her. Trying to get her evicted hasn’t worked, so his only option is to give her a taste of her own medicine. Prank after prank brings out their competitive sides, finding them in a series of competitions that lead them to spend even more time together. With each competition, their hatred starts to fade and their relationship begins to shift. West, the forever planner, definitely didn’t plan on Halle coming into his life and messing with his schedule—as well as his heart. And Halle never wanted to date again, especially not a good-looking grump like West. But is falling for your neighbor ever really part of the plan?

“There are two kinds of men,” Mom said. “Rich bastards and poor bastards. Neither will give a crap about your brains or personality, so go for the one with the money.” Beautiful PhD student Clara Zapata has never subscribed to the theory that men only care about looks, but after getting dumped by her fiancé for gaining weight, she’s starting to think her gold-digging mother is on to something. If men are going to treat her like a trophy, why shouldn’t she treat them like a credit card? “There are two kinds of women,” Dad said. “Pretty bitches and ugly bitches. They’ll both be more interested in the divorce settlement than the marriage, so go for the hottie.” All heir-in-waiting Ian Dunning has ever wanted was the love of a good woman. But after being seduced and abandoned by yet another gold digger, he’s beginning to lose hope of ever finding real love. If the only thing women will ever want him for is his money, why shouldn’t he just chase after the ones with the biggest boobs and the fewest brain cells? What happens when this cynical son of a billionaire gets stuck on a disastrous road trip with the jaded daughter of a gold digger? Will Ian and Clara follow in their parents’ footsteps, or will they find true love?

Cassidy Clark He’s the biggest jerk in town and the oldest of the Montgomery brothers. Standing tall and built like a chiseled god who could lift a truck, he owns the biggest logging company in Montana. Everyone wants a piece of him—and his wallet. Of course, he’s got that broody, mountain man vibe with a signature smoldering scowl every woman with a pulse wants to pounce on. All except me. I can’t stand him. But when the grouchy logger comes to my aid more than once, I’m left wondering if there’s more to him than the short-tempered coffee addict I thought he was. Now I can’t help wanting a little taste. Butch Montgomery She works at the local coffee shop and writes greeting cards. Who even buys cards anymore? She doodles on the to-go cups, whether it’s a flower or a kindhearted message to lift someone’s spirit for the day—I can’t stand it. What’s even more frustrating is she doesn’t do any of it for me. Not since I complained one single time about not wanting a flower drawn on my morning cup of coffee. Yet her smart mouth and stunning smile get me every time. She’s beautiful, but she’ll never want a guy like me. And I don’t blame her. I’m hard to love. So when I get a chance to be her knight in dirty jeans and work boots, I don’t pass up the opportunity to show her how she truly makes me feel. And I’ll do anything to be the lucky man who gets to call her mine. Fall in love with this small-town, enemies-to-lovers, grumpy-sunshine romance filled with local gossip, one chubby wiener dog, and plenty of spice! This book can be read as a standalone and starts off the Montgomery Brothers of Montana.

He was supposed to be my punishment. The leader of the Feral Boys. A predator wrapped in shadows. Caius doesn’t ask. He takes. He humiliates me, stalks me, ruins me until I should shatter. But I don’t break. And that makes me his obsession. Surviving the Night Hunt was supposed to save me. Instead, it bound me to the monster who’ll never let me go. Tropes include but are not limited Bully RomanceDark ObsessionForced ProximityStalker VibesTouch Her and DieThe Night Hunt RitualDual POV, First Person Breaking Ophelia is the first book in the Feral Boys of Westpoint series by Haven Snow. This series is classified as dark romance and is intended for mature audiences only.

A dark billionaire romance with a secret society twist and a happy ever after. The Garde values four ideals: The Truth we twist. The Beauty we flaunt. The Freedom we grant. The Power we take. I believed their lies until Lacey O'Shea. She’s the only daughter of the Garde's leading family, and she was meant to be mine. But her father stole her from me to sell to another. So I stole her back. But there's more to the conspiracy that kept us apart, and we have to keep our relationship secret from her former fiancé, the Baron, to find the truth. He wants to lock her away, but she’s a bird desperate to flee her gilded cage. I'll fight the Baron, the Garde, and the whole damn world to free her. ROUGE is a spicy story set in modern-day Las Vegas and a complete STANDALONE in the Tattered Curtain series. Guaranteed HEA. Author’s Note: This is not a retelling. The Tattered Curtain series transforms classic tragic plays, such as Romeo & Juliet, La Dame aux Camélias, and Orpheus and Eurydice, into dark and twisty HEAs. All CWs/TWs can be found in the front of the book, the author’s website, or on Goodreads. Mature readers only.

Mr. Spaulding looks like an ordinary old grumpy neighbor with a penchant for growing roses, but he has a dark secret hidden deep inside of his house. A secret no one knows about. Sarah decides to find out if he is just a sweet lonely widower or a twisted man with a mysterious past. What she encounters at his house is beyond her wildest dreams, but this is a nightmare which she can’t wake up from.

"Brothers bound by blood, torn apart by betrayal. A Southern noir that will leave you breathless and haunted." In the sweltering heat of the Vietnam War, the Bruce brothers live vastly different lives on the Gulf Coast. One, driven by ambition, pursues power in college classrooms. The other, chasing fleeting pleasures, roams the sugar-white beaches of Florida. But when a rigged draft board sends the wrong brother to war, their bond shatters, setting off a chain of events with devastating consequences. From dusty Southern courthouses to storm-soaked swamps thick with corruption, "Perfidious Tides" weaves a gripping tale of loyalty shattered, ambition unchecked, and a family on the brink of collapse. As the dark secrets of the past come to light, the brothers must confront their own demons and make choices that will change their lives forever. For fans of gritty thrillers like "No Country for Old Men," the haunting tension of "The Nickel Boys," and the deep emotion of "Where the Crawdads Sing," this Southern gothic novel will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end. Don't miss out on this gripping and unforgettable tale. Buy now before the price changes!

Limited time deal at $.99. Price goes up after release! Cam Guarding the net is not my only goal While other players relax on the golf course, my off-season is spent in the ballroom. Dancing keeps me limber and the memory of my mom alive. My father dismissed hockey as a career and moved on to a new family. Joke’s on him. I’ve made it to the NHL, and I’ll clear close to a mil at age twenty-four. The only thing left on my life plan is a family, and I have my eye on the beautiful dance instructor who keeps me on my toes. Christina I prefer numbers to people. They’re far more predictable. Numbers make sense; people don’t. After a health issue ended my competitive ballroom dancing career, I took over management of my family’s financial empire. Then my brother insisted on bringing pro hockey to Austin, so here I am, co-owner of an NHL team and agreeing to give free financial advice to the players. When a friend needs help at her dance studio, the hottie taking private lessons is more tempting than a macro-enabled spreadsheet, until his headshot pops up on my brother’s hockey roster. Talk about a conflict of interest. Worse, he wants what I can’t give him—kids. Maybe just a fling… Dances with Pucks is a workplace romance between two incredibly flexible people, which means things get steamy, stretched, and sometimes twisted. It introduces the Texas Tornadoes, the hottest, coolest expansion NHL team in hockey. hockey goalieballroom dancingbillionaireworkplace romancewants kids / doesn’tsecret romancecompetence p\*rn

I’m hooking up with a grumpy, sinfully hot billionaire… who’s also a mob boss. And now I’m carrying his baby. Theo stormed into my café with a scowl sharp enough to cut, a suit that screamed power, and enough bad-boy energy to make my heart race. He’s magnetic, untouchable—and way out of my league. When danger found me outside the café, he stepped in, unleashing a raw, terrifying strength that left me questioning everything I thought I knew about him. The whispers were billionaire, mob boss, and deadly. I should have run, but every stolen glance, every forbidden thrust drags me in deeper. His presence ignites a fire I can’t extinguish, no matter how much I try to resist. And now, two pink lines bind us together forever. Now, with enemies closing in and danger at every turn, I’ll do anything to protect the baby growing inside me. Theo swears he’ll keep us safe, but escaping the mafia’s grip isn’t just dangerous—it’s impossible. Theo and Sierra’s A Standalone, steamy, full-length book with no cliffhangers and a happy ending.

𝗔 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘆 𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗟𝗘 𝗗𝗔𝗗, 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗴𝗲, 𝗔𝗴𝗲 𝗚𝗮𝗽 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗟𝗢𝗡𝗘 𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗮 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿 \& 𝗮𝗻 𝗜𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗠𝗮𝗳𝗶𝗮 𝗯𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗧𝗼𝗽 𝟭𝟬 𝗔𝗺𝗮𝘇𝗼𝗻 𝗯𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿, 𝗟𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗛𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗶𝘀 Callous and cruel, he’s a DEVIL in every sense of the word. And now, my new HUSBAND. Tynan Quinn barged into my life and demanded I become his wife. And he wouldn’t take no for an answer. Because this 𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝗱 isn’t just anyone. He’s the head of the 𝗜𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗠𝗼𝗯. He says he needs a wife to cement his place in the organization. And I’m the one he wants. That's not all. In exchange for money I desperately need, he demands I have his baby. I've spent the past year running from danger, and now I'm trapped in his golden cage. Yet I can’t deny the blazing attraction between us. When he touches me, I come alive. Until I start to fall for the devil himself. Now, instead of running, there’s nothing I want more than to stay. But when my past comes back to haunt me, I have no choice but to leave him behind. Except he won’t let me go without a fight. And he’ll drag me to hell with him just to prove it. Author Note: This is book 2 in my new Irish Mafia series but it can be read as a standalone! ❤️Irish Mafia Standalone ❤️Age Gap ❤️Single Dad ❤️Forced Marriage ❤️"My Wife" ❤️Teacher FMC ❤️Grumpy/Sunshine ❤️Hate to Love you ❤️Touch Her \& D!e ❤️Jealous \& Possessive ❤️He Falls First ❤️Pierced MMC ❤️Somnoph!lia ❤️Cute Dog w/One Eye

"Lester deftly ties it all together into a layered, eerie puzzle. Fans of ensemble narratives and thoughtful thrillers with truly jolting twists will relish this trio's journey into a stranger, newer world—and this novel that, as it looks forward, playfully engages with some SF classics of the past." —BookLife Unnatural things are happening on an isolated island off the coast of Alaska. Just when Belle had thought her life couldn’t get any weirder—she finds herself arrested for murder. Only a few months ago she lived in a peculiar village, cut off from civilization, where she suffered from bizarre hallucinations and nightmares. Then she received a mysterious invitation to work for the world’s most brilliant scientist—the enigmatic Sophia Eccleston. The pay was outstanding. The accommodations, second to none. The catch? Belle had to live on isolated island and follow strict, often bizarre, security protocols. Meanwhile a slaughterhouse worker is declared obsolete, replaced by machines, and becomes a bearded recluse. As he sits in his crumbling manor awaiting the cancer to take him—he too receives an unusual invitation to the strange island where either his salvation or damnation await. Things aren’t going well for Sophia either. She faces the hostile takeover of her life’s work—her company—all while striving to keep the identity of her eight-year-old daughter a secret. They all meet on an isle where murder-machines and transgenic creatures run amok in a gothic odyssey where technology has been unleashed.

A mixup has Natalie teaching her sarcastic neighbor how to cook—never knowing he owns a restaurant. Natalie’s shown a parade of neighbors how to survive in this dump of an apartment building, but the newest guy doesn’t even know how to boil water. He’s got an awesome smile, but the take-out containers on his table tell her he’s getting ripped off by that tourist-trap French restaurant. She’s no master chef (she owns a yarn store) but at least she can teach him to cook. Colin’s been in town less than twenty-four hours before his overbearing (but cute) upstairs neighbor insults the restaurant he just bought, then starts telling him how to feed himself. He plays along because obviously she knew he was being sarcastic…right? Except once she starts turning on the burners, it’s hard to ignore the sparks. Chili, tacos, risotto… The relationship is delicious, but at any moment, the lies could unravel, and two hearts will get seared.

A hilarious, modern romantic comedy inspired by Jane Austen's Persuasion. Not going to lie. There are some perks to being a rock star. The money, the adoring fans, the grammy—rubbing it in my ex’s beautiful face. Five years ago April Rain dumped me after her celebrity father convinced her that I—a lowly law student—wasn’t rich or famous enough to date a pop star. Now everything has changed. She's left the spotlight and I've made a name for myself. Can't say I mind watching her squirm as I flirt with her friends at my beach house or catching her sneakily checking me out when she thinks I’m not looking. The only drawback? We’re expected to sing a duet at my best friend’s wedding. How am I supposed to write a love song with the woman who broke my heart? How can I keep pretending that I’m over her? Sparks fly in this dual POV, second-chance romance, packed with witty banter, yearning, and sizzling chemistry but no spice. (Just epic kisses)

A dark, modern, romantic retelling of the musical classic, Phantom of the Opera. But this time, the man behind the mask won’t stop until she is his. She is my muse, and I am her demon of music. A year ago, I witnessed sweet Scarlett Day’s dark side. She’s been my obsession ever since. I was content with being her secret. Content with protecting her from afar… until an enemy from my past sets his sights on her. Our families have a deep history of hatred, and Scarlett is caught in the middle. Meanwhile, her mind plays tricks on her. When a panic attack goes horribly wrong, I emerge from the shadows to save her. Now that she’s mine, I can’t let her go. I’ve mastered the darkness. She tempts me with her light. But when my mask is gone, will she fear the monster underneath? PHANTOM is a spicy story set in modern-day New Orleans and a complete STANDALONE in the Tattered Curtain series. Guaranteed HEA. Trigger Warning: complications with mental health (FMC has bipolar disorder type one), dementia, severe psychotic depression, conversations about suicide; dubcon between MCs; physical violence, murder, torture (not between MCs), reference to SA, reference to CSA; loss of a father; substance misuse; stalking

I never expected to find freedom in the arms of an ex-military who'd locked his own heart away. After fleeing an arranged marriage to a cruel man, I stumble through the forest for days, my wedding dress in tatters and my feet bloody from running barefoot. Just when my strength gives out, I collapse at the edge of a property belonging to Ethan a blacksmith who lives in isolation, haunted by his past. Ethan reluctantly takes me in, tending my wounds and offering temporary shelter despite his obvious preference for solitude. He's nothing like the polished, privileged men from my world. He's tall, muscular, with rugged hands that create beauty from metal and dangerous eyes that have seen too much. I know I should leave before I bring more trouble to his door, but something about this broken warrior calls to something equally broken in me. Can I trust him with my future when he can barely face his own past? King of the Weld is a short, sweet, and steamy small town instalove romance with a happy-ever-after. It can be read as a standalone or together with the rest of the books in The Morrison Brothers.

Aitana I come to Brimlake College hoping for a clean slate, and then I get assigned as the hockey team’s assistant. Worst part? It’s not optional. And neither is dealing with Ryker Greenwood—the arrogant, cruel, and brutally focused captain of the team. He makes it clear from day one that I shouldn’t be here and that he’ll do whatever it takes to remind me. But the more I’m around him, the more I see the cracks beneath the surface. His eyes always linger, and he’s everywhere I go. Always watching me as if he believes I belong to him. I don’t know what I did to make him hate me, but I’m starting to think his obsession has nothing to do with my job… and everything to do with me. Ryker She doesn’t remember that night. She doesn’t remember me. But I’ve never forgotten her. And now that she’s here, I’m going to make sure she remembers everything, even if I have to break her to do it. This is a standalone dark hockey bully romance.

Staking His Un maschio alfa, una donna formosa, un amore proibito, breve e romantico Kyle Nell'ultimo anno ho evitato gli inviti di Tempest Elite a entrare nel loro club. Allearmi con loro potrebbe essere negativo per i miei affari. Inoltre, non sono una persona che aderisce. Sono stato per conto mio per anni e mi sono abituato a una vita fatta di lunghe ore e di ritorni a casa in silenzio. Questo fino a quando non esco dalla clubhouse della TE e vedo la donna che mi fa venire voglia di cambiare tutto. È alta, bionda e formosa da morire e mi viene subito voglia di marchiarla con il mio nome. L'unico problema. È la figlia del Sergente d'Armi ed è vietata ai non soci. Non ho una sola preghiera all'inferno, ma questo non mi impedirà di provarci. Everly Devo la mia vita al Tempest Elite MC. Gunner, il sergente d'armi, mi ha adottata quando mia madre ha preferito la droga e gli uomini a suo figlio, e io sono stata educata a rispettare lo stile di vita. Ora che ho ventun anni, Gunner vuole vedermi sistemata con un membro e avere dei figli. Solo che l'uomo che voglio si rifiuta di aderire. Non posso spezzare il cuore di mio padre e deludere gli uomini che mi hanno aiutato a crescere, ma non posso nemmeno dire di no al mio cuore. Deve esserci un modo per unire i miei due mondi. Nota dell' questo racconto contiene riferimenti alle storie d'amore dei Motorcycle Club e mette in evidenza lo stretto legame di questo stile di vita. Non c'è violenza o elementi scatenanti, a parte gli alfa sexy e le donne formose e arzille. Come sempre c'è l'amore istantaneo, il sesso sulla pagina e un "per sempre felici e contenti" garantito.

Becoming a mail order bride is my escape. Only the huge, hot biker who shows up to get me isn't the guy I'm meant to be marrying... I needed out. Fast. A quick marriage to a stranger in Ember Heart was my way to start over. But the man who shows up isn’t the one I was supposed to marry. Hunter is bigger, hotter, and more protective than I ever imagined. One look, and he makes it I'm his now. No one’s taking me away. I thought I was saving myself. But falling for this bad boy biker might be the riskiest move of all. Welcome to Ember Heart Ridge Search and Rescue. These big, burly mountain men face danger every day, but nothing can prepare them for the thrill of meeting the curvy girls of their dreams. Short, steamy reads set in a cozy small town, with a guaranteed HEA every time.

Cam Castillo is the hottest player to hit the ice for the Vegas Gamblers, and I just kissed him behind the Zamboni. Down on my luck, I run into my brother’s best friend from high school. Only the bad boy has turned into a mighty fine man and he offers to help me because of a promise to my brother long ago. But I don’t want to be Cam’s charity case. I’m determined to make it in Las Vegas on my own somehow, yet every time I turn around, he’s there for me. He even battles bad guys to protect me. The more we’re together, his heated gazes and gentle touches do things to me like never before. So if he wants to help me so badly, then he can be my first. Only one night won’t be enough. I want more with him. I want forever. But in this city, things aren’t always what they seem. Am I willing to risk it all, my heart and soul, and gamble on love with this playboy hockey player?

A dark Swan Lake retelling where the ‘villain’ steals the girl, set in a world of secret pacts, feuding families, and primal obsession. He’s her curse, but she’s his salvation, and he’ll do anything to keep the ones he loves safe. Rebellious ballerina Luna Bordeaux may be the darling of the New Orleans elite, but she’s destined to dance in her parents’ shadows. Her twenty-second birthday was supposed to be her escape. One last performance, one necessary breakup, then? Freedom. Except her white knight of a boyfriend just proposed on stage. And now her masked stalker has crashed the engagement party… Orion Fury has protected Luna for years, counting the seconds until he can claim his future wife, honoring a vow made between their fathers decades ago. His discipline has only ever slipped once, but his enemy just crossed the line. All bets are off, and a night that began with a party ends in kidnapping and murder. Now Luna is a stolen bride with blood on her slippers and a target on her back, trapped in the wilderness with the man who hunted her. But Orion isn’t the only predator in these woods, and the men coming for her will do anything to stop the Fury-Bordeaux alliance. Her villain may be the one person she’s determined to hate, but is he the only one dangerous enough to keep her alive? Tropes: Arranged marriage Masked stalker Primal play Touch her and die Hidden identity Stolen bride Villain gets the girl Unveil is Book 1 of the Frayed Satin Series, a Tattered Curtain second-generation legacy series of interconnected standalones reimagining classic ballets with dark and twisty HEAs. Each series can be enjoyed separately. TWs will be available in the front of the book.

“Valentine shmalentine – count me out!”Valerie Robinson isn’t a fan of Valentine’s Day or matchmaking services, so when her friend bullies her into attending a Seasoned Singles mixer, she figures it’s highly unlikely that she’ll find Mr. Right. But she’s not expecting to be matched up with Mr. Wrong.Simon Constantine is the bane of her existence. It was hate at first sight when he walked into her office five years ago. He’s too young. Too cocky. Too good-looking.Little does she know that Simon has been in love with her for all these years, and now he’s ready to finally make his move. When Valerie resists his charms, Simon needs to pull out all the stops. He’s done waiting for her to come around, and if he has to channel his inner alpha to get her attention, that’s what he’ll do.Can Simon melt Valerie’s heart and get her to see that love was right in front of her all along?“Valentine’s Lottery” is the fifth book in the Good with Numbers Workplace Romance series. Each book is a steamy standalone featuring strong women and alpha males finding love in midlife, meddling matchmaker friends, a little bit of humor, and a sweet happily-ever-after. Download the entire series today.

I have a thing for older men. My husband has a thing for watching me. It’s a marriage made in heaven. Sophie can’t get enough. With the blessing of her husband, her never-ending lust has turned into a daring game of wife-sharing. But when she meets her husband’s boss, everything changes. He rekindles the sexual experience that put her on this age gap path, turning their adventurous marriage into something new—involving all three of them—and giving Sophie the Daddy of her dreams. This short 10k story (1st person multi POV) is guaranteed to have you reaching beneath the sheets.

Lilies at Dawn- A Rossi Dark Romance – Book One Intended for audiences 18 years old and up. She was raised to be a pawn. He was born to be a weapon. Together, they could burn an empire to the ground. In the glittering shadows of Manhattan’s underworld, Isabella Moretti is forced into a marriage that was never hers to choose. To the Rossi crime dynasty, she is leverage—a duchess among mobsters, bartered for power. But Isabella is no ornament. Every vow she makes is calculated, every touch another move in a game she refuses to lose. Matteo Rossi has spent his life forging himself into his family’s most dangerous blade. Ruthless, disciplined, and loyal only to blood, he knows Isabella is supposed to be the enemy. Yet when she meets his fire with steel, he begins to see her not as a bride to control but as a queen who could rival him. As whispers of betrayal coil through marble halls and deadly lilies carry messages of poison and power, Isabella and Matteo find themselves bound by desire as much as by duty. Their union is a sanctuary and a battlefield, every kiss a negotiation, every betrayal a spark that could ignite a war. Perfect for fans of Sophie Lark and J.T. Geissinger, Lilies at Dawn is a dark, intoxicating romance of arranged vows, forbidden passion, and the dangerous kind of love that doesn’t ask permission—only surrender. If you crave mafia smut that blends raw heat with high-stakes intrigue, this series delivers both the fire and the fury. forced-marriage alliance • enemies-to-lovers spark • obsessively protective antihero • fierce heroine with agency • high-stakes mafia intrigue • consent-forward heat. Book One of Rossi Dark Romance. Each novel follows a different Rossi and delivers a complete couple’s arc; best enjoyed in order for the larger family chess match.

Paris, 1823. Victor Beauchêne has led a stifling existence, unrecognized for both his cleverness and his gender, except in the pages of his meticulous diary. Abruptly cut off from his family’s fortune, he takes the opportunity to start a new life in a shabby boarding house with his beloved spinster aunt Sophie. There, he stumbles upon two kinds of magic: a pen with eerie powers of persuasion and a reserved, alluring art student named Julien. Brilliant, unconventional Julien is also Julie, a person whose magical paintings can transform their body or enchant viewers. Haunted by a terrible episode in their past, they’ve come to Paris for artistic success—the ordinary, non-magical kind. Victor, too handsome and far too inquisitive, is a dangerous distraction from their ambitions. Drawn to each other, Victor and Julie strike up a cautious correspondence of notes slid under doors. It soon unfolds into a passionate romance. Outside the bedroom, their desires clash: Julie wants to distance herself from the world of magic and Victor wants to delve deeper. When the ruthless abuser from Julie’s past resurfaces, he aims to take control of her powers and ruin more lives. Victor and Julie are the only ones who can stop him. Do they trust each other enough to survive the threat to their love and their lives? The Scandalous Letters of V and J is a historical fantasy romance with two nonbinary main characters, told primarily in letters and diary entries. It is approximately 100,000 words long and sexually explicit.

"Battlestations is bold, action-packed military science fiction with characters so real, they feel alive—exactly what I've come to expect from Daniel Gibbs. Once you pick it up, you won't put it down until the book's finished." - Rhett C. Bruno, USA Today Best-Selling Author War never promised an easy tomorrow. Lt. Colonel Arthur Hanson suffers from imposter syndrome. While grateful for promotion to second-in-command of the CSV Margaret Thatcher, he’s still a nerdy engineer at heart. The CDF’s presence in the Orion Spur is to project strength and maintain peace among the former League-held settlements. Confronting minor skirmishes is a cakewalk compared to open war. But freedom demands a price. Without warning, coordinated terrorist strikes across the Spur leave the fleet limping on life support. The Margaret Thatcher herself narrowly escapes destruction—at an unspeakable cost. With the fleet decimated and backup stalled behind political power plays, Colonel Hanson is forced into shoes he feels ill-qualified to fill. But as ranking officer, survivors look to him to lead the charge against terrorists who wantonly rape and murder with no regard for the innocent. Now Arthur must steel his spine and rise to the challenge of his namesake ship. Because the Iron Lady does not turn from the fight.

He's the reckless Formula One driver with a viral scandal. She's the bartender-musician afraid to take the stage. Fake dating was supposed to be simple. Falling for each other was never part of the deal. Jack Midnight returns to Dark River with his racing career on the line. One viral scandal has his sponsor doubting him and his future in Formula One slipping away. Lark Reyes bartends at the Black Lantern while building her music career online. She's finally caught a label's attention, but they need proof she can build a massive social media presence before they'll sign her. When Lark's ex shows up and threatens an awkward scene, Jack intervenes, claiming to be her boyfriend. What starts as a rescue sparks a deal: fake date through summer. His followers boost her music, her presence repairs his reputation. Come September, they walk away clean. But the more they play the part, the harder it gets to separate performance from reality. He's not supposed to care this much. She's not supposed to let anyone this close. They're lying to the world about their relationship, but the biggest lie might be the one they're telling themselves. And September's approaching like a finish line neither of them wants to cross. Until You Say Stay is a steamy contemporary romance featuring fake dating, sizzling banter, and the kind of electric chemistry that'll keep you glued to the page—the next addictive installment in The Midnight Men series. The Midnight Men Series: Until the Storm Breaks (Book 1) Until You Stay Say (Book 2) Until the Stars Fall (Book 3)

Alternate cover edition of ASIN B06WWFJLC3 can be found here Two women. One night. So many deaths. When radio journalist Pete Bailey betrays his wife Meg on his fortieth birthday, he has no idea of the terrible consequences that will follow his infidelity. His passionate relationship with Meg is on the rocks and they’re having no luck starting a family. It’s only when he meets TV reporter Ellie Turner on a working weekend away from home that Pete succumbs to her charms in a moment of weakness. His treacherous actions set off a chain of events fueled by jealousy, revenge, violence and hatred. Five people will lose their lives as a result of Pete’s deception and he will be compelled to confront the ugly truth about his wife and his best friend, Jem. He thought that nobody would ever discover what he’d done with Ellie … but he didn’t know who was listening in the room next door. Don’t Tell Meg is the first part of trilogy of thrillers. Book 2, The Murder Place and Book 3, The Forgotten Children are also available. Please note that this book contains mild violence, bad language and sexual references.

Mila Anderson has a five-year plan. Nowhere in a masked man with a filthy mouth. After a gaslighting ex turns her love life into a cautionary tale, she swears off distractions—especially six-foot-something hockey players she’s been hired to make look marketable. Then the team’s Halloween party happens, and she’s swept off her feet by a man who makes her forget every rule she’s ever set. One tiny she never saw his face. Theo Tilbury doesn’t do crowds or speeches. Or talking much at all. But behind a mask, he’s confident, dirty, and makes Mila tremble by whispering her name. Too bad she doesn’t know the shy defenseman is the same guy who ruined her lipstick. Keeping the secret lets him live both lives—the bold stranger she can’t forget and the man terrified of saying the wrong word. But the closer they get, the harder it is to hide, and the more he risks losing the one woman who finally sees him. A witty, steamy, and deeply emotional hockey romance about confidence, connection, and falling for the person who finally makes you feel seen. Book 2 in the Skate Me Home series. Can be read as a standalone.

When twelve-year-old Frankie steps onto his boat Max has no idea that the cute, skateboarding girl is a time bomb that will lead him into a mystery with a tangled web of secrets and lies involving small time hoods, corrupt politicians, paranoid hippies, and, most dangerously, his long time nemesis, a twisted casino operator at the heart of the city's criminal trade. As Max races to solve the convoluted case and find Frankie's big sister, the mayhem and dead bodies pile up. Finally, he realizes that the only way to get the whole truth involves risking his own life. But for Max Plank this is just the cost of doing business in the game he's decided to play. Grab this page-turning thriller and prowl the mean streets of San Francisco with Max and his motley crew of friends. Stray Cat Blues is the first book in the Max Plank mystery series. The second novel, The Ties That Bind, is now available as well as more books in the series.

What secrets lurk within this purr-fect little English village? Willow spent every childhood summer with her aunt in Catton Strawless, and is now moving in for good into a compact cottage for what she thinks will be a more peaceful pace of life. But she has barely unpacked her boxes when her neighbour is murdered at night in the picturesque grounds of her manor. DC Thomas Bardot is on the case, but his boss just wants him to wrap it up in time for dinner. So Willow takes matters into her own hands with the help of an unusual source, the spirits of deceased cats. Mischievous Loki and sorrowful Luna, still mourning her previous owner's death, will lend their ghostly paws to help her uncover the secrets hidden in the idyllic English countryside. But as Willow gets closer to the truth, she finds herself in the killer’s sights. Can she and her ghost cats solve the mystery before it’s too late? Grab a coffee and slice of cake and join Willow and her spectral feline friends in this thrilling cosy mystery, with a splash of romance and a cat café!

China Beyond the Headlines—a character-driven international missing-person mystery with an adventurous edge. Perfect for fans of Lisa See, Laura Dave, Liane Moriarty, and Lisa Brackmann: expect the emotional resonance of personal secrets, the pulse of a missing-person search, the suspense of twisting plots with richly drawn characters, the vivid immediacy of life in modern China. Chinese-American attorney Alice Zhu hasn’t set foot in her home country since emigrating as a teenager more than thirty years ago. But when her top client—and childhood friend—Deckard Shen vanishes, leaving behind a hefty unpaid legal bill and rumors of upheaval, Alice has no choice but to confront old wounds and fly to Shanghai to track him down. In China, Alice forges an unlikely alliance with Duan Lili, a clever young woman who knows more than she lets on. From a bustling office park in Shanghai to a mogul’s penthouse lair in Nanjing to a slow train through Sichuan, every clue brings fresh surprises—and a few detours. Told in dual POV, Alice’s search unfolds alongside the recollections of Deckard—a brilliant, volatile tech CEO whose secrets are buried in the memories he can’t let go, especially those from a fateful trip in 1989. When their paths finally converge, risk multiplies, loyalties are uncertain, and fortunes can flip in an instant. How will they emerge unscathed before it's too late? What you’ll a multi-faceted female lead; vivid, atmospheric settings that bring China to life through half a century of change; adventurous fun without graphic violence; a complex, ambitious plot with heart.Great vacation propulsive, smart, packed with surprises.Book-club timely questions about truth, censorship, and technology, delivered with an escapist vibe.Structure & third person, dual timeline—Alice now; Deckard then—literary and intelligent yet immensely readable. how experiences change minds; confronting long-buried truths; censorship and its cost; China—past and present; the value of money. no graphic violence, explicit sex, or strong language; scenes of drug use within cultural context; Bitcoin/ cryptocurrency subplot; a light, witty tone.Editorial praise “This novel, set in China, deftly weaves the restless pre-Tian’anmen era with the uneasy post-pandemic present. Against the backdrop of today’s escalating U.S.-China tensions, the story becomes more than a mystery—it’s a window into the lives of people navigating the crosscurrents of ideology, censorship, and societal change. Best of all, this modern adventure mystery has a Bitcoin component!” — Bobby C. Lee, Wall Street Journal–bestselling author of The Promise of Bitcoin; co-founder and former CEO of BTCChina

So who was Admiral Benbow and why does the Sea still whisper his name? Outside, a bitter sou’westerly lashes a creaking country tavern. Inside, before a glowing hearth, a traveller begins his yarn—a story of sea, salt, and pitiless destiny. For on this Christmas Eve, the legend of Admiral Benbow is told once more: England’s finest sailing chimp, driven by a doomed obsession to seek out the one adversary he cannot defeat. Witty, lyrical, and steeped in old-world charm, The Tale of Admiral Benbow is a fireside ballad of courage, adventure, and the eternal pull of the sea. Richly illustrated and perfect for fans of Treasure Island, The Wind in the Willows, or the heartfelt stories of Charlie Mackesy, The Tale of Admiral Benbow is set to become a children’s classic. _For all great chimps and noble deeds With time will die or fade, ’Tis but through us who tell their tale The hands of time are stayed._

I have it all… Money, cars, women and my ranch in the mountains. The last thing I want is a complicated woman I’d have to write a hefty check to just to get her attention. Then the spicy little veterinarian shows up on my ranch with an attitude bigger than she is and a body I want to claim. I didn’t know what I was missing until I had her in my bed. Only, she’s determined not to fall for me. I’ll do whatever it takes to prove to her I’m the man she wants… the man she needs. Even if that means ruining every other man for her… including my own ranch hand. She thinks I’m going to walk away? Not happening. She’s mine… Forever. This is book one in the Mountain Ridge series. It can be read as a complete standalone and contains NO cliffhanger, NO cheating, and a HEA.

Women could not be surgeons. She did it anyway. After the heartbreaking loss of her mother and a cruel attack by her drunken father, Ella Parker decides that dishonesty is fine when it serves her needs. At a time when wealthy young ladies do little more than embroidery, Ella escapes her luxurious but lonely life, and meets an eccentric ship surgeon who—once she impresses him with her quick-thinking and empathy—allows her to assist him during a surgery. Compelled by Ella’s intelligence and interest in medicine, the doctor prepares her for a medical career, but there’s a catch: in early 19th century England, women are not accepted into universities. To fulfil her dream of becoming a doctor, Ella must disguise herself as a young man with aspirations of becoming a doctor. After changing her look and name, Ella finds her footing as she performs dissections, conducts experiments, and cares for patients. She also tutors Oli, a kind but struggling fellow student, but she must take caution. Even in her loneliest moment, she cannot trust anyone or make friends. As Ella continues to excel in her studies, brilliantly saving the life of a patient, she becomes a top contender for the apprenticeship with a famed professor. Dogged by fear of discovery, she must choose between truth and lies, and distinguish between real and false friends, before her pretense is uncovered.

Ruthless wizards vie for a vacant throne. The result could alter the balance of magic and doom their world. A wizard lord is dead, the result of an exotic scheme made possible by an amulet known as the Eye of Obscurance, What if the amulet fall into the wrong hands? With a throne vacant, a rival wizard lord seeks to expand his power, capturing prayers meant for another and strengthening his magic beyond anything ever recorded. The world will tremble should his power rise to that of two gods.

PRIMAL Origin is the first short story in the PRIMAL series. It is a prequel to the full-length PRIMAL Unleashed novel and reveals the origins of PRIMAL. Abu Dhabi is a city that dazzles with the trappings of wealth. Beneath this thin veneer lurks a sinister threat. A rich and powerful supporter of terrorism who will stop at nothing to rid the Emirates of Western influence. Two CIA operatives are given the mission to track down an unknown terrorist group. Forced to question the morality of their government, they take matters into their own hands. The head of counter-terrorism operations in the Emirates is a man trapped between honor and morality. Surrounded by enemies, he must look for new allies to bring justice to the untouchable. In this world of turmoil and intrigue, a new organization is formed, a group of men willing to bring justice to a world filled with evil. Who are they? They are PRIMAL.

An assassin, a powerful dagger, and a magic that shouldn’t exist. Shadow magic is extinct. The Veil Worshippers who honor the shadow god’s wall are hunted for their artifacts, including the Veil shards that break off the wall in Valisea. Brela vows to steal it all back. With the dagger of her people and a Veil shard embedded in her collarbone that has infected her with shadow-cursed magic, she is determined to keep her secrets or suffer a fate worse than death. That was a lot easier when the uptight and infuriatingly handsome Captain Cason Valkip wasn’t hunting her. Cason has spent his entire life hiding—from the raids on Valisea, from his emotions, and from his multiple gods-blessed magics that everyone is afraid of… everyone except Brela. The chaotic, non-magic wielding assassin who drives him insane is also the only person who has never looked at his tainted magic without any ounce of fear. Which is why being forced to work with her to discover the source of the breaking wall sets his already uncontrollable fire magic ablaze. With tension growing in the remaining kingdoms and mythical beasts threatening her at every turn, Brela’s secrets might not remain hidden for much longer. To survive, she will have to work with the one man who could burn her. Because if shadow hell is released, no one will be safe. For fans of Sarah J. Maas' Throne of Glass series, Leigh Bardugo's Shadow and Bone, and Shelby Mahurin's Serpent & Dove series. Dive into this epic, enemies to lovers fantasy with magic, found family, and knives. Lots and lots of knives. TW: This book contains explicit content and dark elements, including language, violence and torture, mature romantic scenes, and mentions of abuse.

Buried under an overwhelming pile of household tasks and childcare duties, a growing belly and an insatiable libido, I am quickly becoming desperate for assistance.Fumbling through online profiles for help, I stumble upon Danica – a live-in nanny who seems too good to be true. The thought of having her in our home ignites a fire within me, but can I trust myself to control my desires? In my mind's eye, I see her with my husband, fulfilling my wildest fantasies. And the thoughts of indulging in my bisexual desires with her are constant. Should I risk it all, and give in to my urges? Sharing The Nanny is a steamy 12K word short story about what happens when you throw caution to the wind, give in to your darkest desires, and discover more pleasure than you thought possible! Enjoy alone, with a partner, or a very open-minded friend!

Matt Grey excels at many things, but relationships aren’t one of them. As a former Army Ranger Special Ops team member and current attorney, he has enough tools in his arsenal to get through almost anything, except heartache after the only woman he ever loved leaves him. Lara West has seen it all. As a tough-as-nails journalist, she made it her mission to expose the world’s atrocities and make sure the world knew what the US government didn’t want them to know. Her life had purpose. Her heart was full. She had the man of her dreams… until she received evidence that Matt wasn’t the man she thought he was. She turned her heartache into action and now devotes her life going undercover in dangerous places to share the plight of those who are abused, malnourished, and mistreated. When Lara finds herself in the crosshairs of a fight she can’t win alone, Matt, who now works for a private security agency made up of other former Army Rangers Special Ops, must come to the rescue. With everything on the line, will these former lovers work together to save themselves or will their past come back to haunt them?

Dear Diary, It’s been three years since I confessed my love to my English teacher–but my heart still did somersaults today when I saw him at work. He was horrified by my letter back then, just like he was shocked to see me today. Well hey–I didn’t invite him to the library! He was on my turf. The big jerk. And I’d give anything to stay far, far away from that knowing gaze, but his class will be coming here all semester. We’ll be in close quarters. Yep, I’m going to die of humiliation every day. Because even though he turned me down so harshly, even though I’m a grown woman now, I still want him. I still dream about him in bed each night. Mr Finch can never know how I feel. And he needs to stop staring at me like that. Dear Diary is a short and steamy instalove story, starring a heart-sick scribbler and her forbidden crush.

Rita Calabrese is the guardian angel of Acorn Hollow—and of her lovable but exasperating "famiglia." She’s always fortifying her down-on-their-luck neighbors with secret deliveries of home-grown vegetables and ravioli alla zucca, sneaking cannoli into her gruff husband’s lunch, and meddling in (or, as she would say, “improving”) the lives of her three grown children. But now, on the eve of her sixty-sixth birthday, Rita’s looking for a meaningful second act—and finds as a reporter for the local paper. Her profiles of Acorn Hollow’s eccentric citizens, including the soft-spoken biology teacher with a secret poison garden, soon make her the toast of the town. But when the beloved football coach is murdered and Rita’s investigation uncovers not only a messy love triangle, but also rumors of her ne’er-do-well son Vinnie’s involvement, she finds her newfound journalistic zeal on a collision course with her fierce maternal instinct. Set in New York's bucolic Hudson Valley and sprinkled with Italian phrases and customs, "The Secret Poison Garden" includes eight mouth-watering, garden-to-table Italian-American recipes.

One unforgettable night. A surprise reunion. And a secret that could change everything. I never thought I’d see him again. It was just one reckless weekend with the gorgeous stranger at the bar. No last names. No complications. Just one perfect night in my tiny Iowa town. Then he disappeared without a trace. No calls. No goodbyes. I made peace with it being one of those beautiful nights you just let go of. Until two pink lines flip my world upside down. The problem? I have no way to find him. I don’t even know his last name. That is, until I’m at my parents’ house, breaking the news about my pregnancy… and the new head coach of the Chicago Stallions flashes across the TV screen—impeccable, bearded jawline and all. Jackson freaking Knox was my one night stand. The man who knocked me up is an NFL superstar coach. And he has no idea I exist. So my best friend and I come up with a plan—get into a Stallions home game, find Jackson, and tell him he’s about to be a father. Easy, right? Except nothing about this is easy. The last thing he needs is a scandal, and the last thing I want is to throw his life into chaos. He’s got a team to lead, a season to win, and a reputation to protect. Not to mention he travels nonstop, and I’m just a small town school teacher. But when we come face to face again, the sparks are just as electric as that night. And suddenly, telling him isn’t the scariest part. Falling for him all over again is. The Coach is a steamy, emotional romance about unexpected second chances, a surprise baby, and the messy, beautiful chaos of falling in love. HEA guaranteed. Preorder set for March, with the possibility of an early release

Murder with a side of mostaccioli. Jade returns home to Chicago after being wrongfully fired from her dream job. When she had left a decade ago, she had made two promises to herself. One, never ever work for the family restaurant again. And, two, never ever see Kade, her cheating ex-boyfriend, again. Unfortunately, when the restaurant delivery driver is found murdered, Jade assumes his position. The detective assigned to the case is none other than Kade. As Jade comes to term with her new life at the restaurant, clues surrounding the murder develop. Jade receives odd delivery orders and threatening messages. Suspects appear in a thrilling mystery that Jade must solve or find herself as dead as the driver. To save herself and the family business, she must play nice with the detective. But how can she play nice when she vowed to never speak to the jerk again? To solve the case, the pair must put their past aside. Will Jade solve the murder before it’s too late? Can she move past her feelings for Kade? Get your copy of Mostaccioli Murder and find out.

I don’t look for trouble. It finds me: murderous teachers, sexy supernaturals, devious plots. My name is Dawn Rose. I was the food-scavenger for my group of outcasts in the Fringe—what used to be LA County before the Abnorms and supernaturals turned it into a hellscape. But I never expected to witness a brutal murder-by-magic. Now I’ve been whisked off to Briarwitch Academy, the place where magic goes to grow. The faculty think I have an ancient untapped power. Yeah, right. Like I’m going to fit in with drunken gnomes and goth pixies. And then there are the smoldering shifter dudes. One of them basically stalks me. The other hates me. I want them both. I’m just trying to survive the bullies and my classes and the magical weirdos who don’t think I belong here. But when evil threatens the academy, I have to stop it from reaching back home. And that whole murder thing? I know who did it. And he knows I know. And life’s about to get way more complicated… This is a slow-burn reverse harem paranormal romance with more heat than a fresh ghost pepper and more mystery than that missing Tupperware lid in your kitchen. If you like badass female leads, snarky sidekicks, conflicted alpha males, and straight-up evil baddies, one-click now!

From the author of Zone Trip comes a bold tale of survival, identity, and the price of secrecy. From her office window on St. Columba, Gemma gazes out at the mysterious pleasure island just beyond the reef. Owned by country music legend Cowboi Rivers, the exclusive retreat lures the world’s wealthy and powerful with promises of secrecy and illicit pleasures. Meanwhile, the locals keep their distance, wary of the wild parties and whispered rumors of drugs and disappearing girls. Desperate to escape her dead-end job, Gemma seizes a risky opportunity to captain the sailing vessel Mariposa for Cowboi’s shadowy empire. She finds herself swept into a world of corrupt elites. When a cocaine pickup in the Dominican Republic spirals into a deadly double-cross, Gemma and her crew enlist the aid of a Vodou priestess, the ghost of a hard-drinking mariner, and a rumba-loving boat boy to escape. With her enemies closing in, Gemma sails toward Cuba, facing a storm that threatens to push her over the edge. Day Drinkers is where the American dream washes ashore.

Dallas My newest employee is the physical representation of everything I hate—she’s stubborn, sassy, and challenges me on everything. Not to mention, she’s trying to change the way my family runs our distillery. The worst part though? She’s the most beautiful woman I’ve ever laid eyes on, and her vile little mouth makes me want her all the more. Despite my efforts, I’ve fallen obsessively for her. When I discover the traumatic history she’s worked hard to keep hidden, I do everything in my power to keep her safe. But when the past catches up to her, it threatens to ruin everything. I’ll do anything to prove to her that I’m not going anywhere. Whether she likes it or not. Blaire Moving to a new town is hard enough. But reinventing my past in an attempt to start a new life, hoping others won’t look at me like a charity case, is a bigger challenge than I was expecting. As I fall further in love with Aspen Ridge and my new job, my gorgeous boss slowly starts to chip away at my resolve. He hates me, but I know he wants me. When the restraint breaks and I discover that he brings me a peace I’ve never experienced, everything changes. But with the nightmares of my past still haunting me, how can I continue to keep my secrets hidden and not lose him in the process? \\Crave Me is book two in the interconnected Aspen Ridge Series and can be read as a standalone. HEA guaranteed!\\

Blood was always her currency. Now it’s the only thing keeping her alive. Kyit Vale was meant to die on the execution block. Instead, the Empire sentenced her to something a suicide mission into the haunted mountains, chained to the knights who would bleed her dry before offering mercy. Among them is Harrow—the silent, silver-eyed knight who watched her fall and did nothing. The one whose hands hold her life now more than the blade at her throat. In a world where memories become monsters and loyalty is a weapon, Kyit must survive betrayal, starvation, and the terrifying hunger of her enemies—and her allies. But survival costs more than blood. It costs secrets. Names. Trust. And when forbidden magic stirs inside her veins, and the soulbond myths wake from the ruins, Kyit faces a terrible Save the Empire that broke her—Or burn it with the one knight she was never meant to love. Perfect for readers who Dark romantasy Enemies-to-lovers slow-burn tension Blood-drinking survival horror Forbidden magic and soulbond myths Brutal gothic atmosphere Morally gray knights and broken heroines Fans of The Serpent and the Wings of Night, Gideon the Ninth, and Plated Prisoner will be consumed by Peppermint and Ash—a brutal romantasy where survival tastes like blood, and love cuts deeper than betrayal.