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F*cking Awkward Holidays
2016
First Published
4.18
Average Rating
456
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Part of Series

25 Authors, Awkward Sex, Epic Cause Holidays conjure up many thoughts - long, chilly nights snuggled up by the fire, bare feet tucked under the one you love. Some are hallmarks of summer, when your skin is warmed by more than the sun. There is the after-Thanksgiving dinner nightcap, and the feel of the smooth, sultry burn of whiskey warming your chest, rendering your limbs heavy. Or lazy kisses and wandering hands beneath your best dress on a romantic Valentine's Day date. But sometimes, Grandma gets boozed up and passes out at the table, your brother gets caught rubbing one out under the fireworks, your kids catch mommy kissing Santa (and not on the lips), your special new toy winds up in the wrong gift bag, a goat steals and wears your sexy new thong and watching the ball drop takes on a whole new meaning. In other words, the holidays can be magical, but sometimes, they're also just f*cking awkward.

Avg Rating
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Lindsey Iler
Lindsey Iler
Author · 13 books

Lindsey Iler is the author of several new adult romances. No trope is off the table with her, but she especially loves writing bully and sports romance. She is married to her high school sweetheart and has four kids. When she isn't writing and spending time with family, she can usually be found listening to music and true crime podcasts.

M. Mabie
M. Mabie
Author · 18 books

M. Mabie lives in Illinois with her husband. She writes unconventional love stories and tries to embody "real-life romance." She cares about politics, but will not discuss them in public. She uses the same fork at every meal, watches Wayne's World while cleaning, and lets her dog sleep on her head. She has always been a writer. In fact, she was born with a pen in her hand, which almost never happens. Almost. M. Mabie usually doesn't speak in third-person. She promises. Signup for my mailing list: http://www.mmabie.com/subscribe Follow me on BOOKBUB: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/m-mabie Like me on Facebook: http://www.Facebook.com/AuthorMMabie Follow me on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/AuthorMMabie Follow my Amazon Author Page: http://www.amazon.com/M.-Mabie/e/B00J...

Liv Morris
Liv Morris
Author · 26 books

USA Today bestselling author, Liv Morris resides on the concrete island of Manhattan with her first and hopefully last husband. After relocating fourteen times during his corporate career, moving is her superpower along with drinking near lethal amounts of coffee. Her favorite things are her family, men dressed in bespoke suits, and Jon Hamm. In what feels like a previous lifetime, she graduated from the University of Maryland and taught 5th grade. Her books are translated into Spanish, German, French, Portuguese, and Czech. Liv is represented by Bookcase Literary Agency.

Lex Martin
Lex Martin
Author · 21 books

Lex Martin is the USA Today bestselling author of Varsity Dads, Texas Nights, and the Dearest series. She writes contemporary romance novels, the steamy kind she hopes her readers love but her parents avoid. A former high school English teacher and freelance journalist, she resides in Texas with her husband and twin daughters. Drop her a line. She loves hearing from readers. UPCOMING NEW RELEASE: SECOND DOWN DARLING, coming August 7. Pre-order now available! https://bit.ly/4470t8z GET A FREE SHORT STORY: http://bit.ly/2mQLZpX SUBSCRIBE: http://bit.ly/2DrPcUi FOLLOW ON FACEBOOK: http://on.fb.me/1xbYIVv JOIN LEX’S FACEBOOK GROUP: http://bit.ly/2dRXBGE FOLLOW ON INSTAGRAM: http://bit.ly/2rJMwfN VISIT HER WEBSITE: https://www.lexmartinwrites.com/

Laura Ward
Laura Ward
Author · 10 books
Laura Ward lives in Maryland with her loud and very loving three children and husband. She married her college sweetheart and is endlessly grateful for the support he has given her through all their years together, and especially toward her goal of writing books. When not picking up toy trucks, driving to lacrosse practice, or checking spelling homework, Laura is writing or reading romance novels. Her debut novel, NOT YET, is a Top 100 Amazon Bestseller.
Eliana S. Peters
Eliana S. Peters
Author · 1 books
I'm just a girl who fell in love with a boy and his brother. Who knew soul mates could come in threes? Now, we travel the world looking for the perfect wine. It's a hard life, but someone has to do it.
Mel Ballew
Mel Ballew
Author · 4 books

A hopeless romantic, USA Today bestselling author Mel Ballew has been an avid reader and word weaver since childhood. She crafts romance stories gifted to her in her dreams, inspired by her soul and written from her heart, and she loves to connect with the readers who enjoy them. When Mel is not writing or spending quality time with her husband and family, you will find her curled up with a mug of hot coffee and a good book. She enjoys the outdoors, sipping a chilled glass of Sangria with her husband on a warm summer's eve, or spending time with wonderful friends. She feels truly blessed being a wife, mother, grandmother, friend, and writer. For Mel, it's about sharing life with those she loves, being present in every moment, creating memories to last beyond her lifetime, and building a lasting legacy. For her, these heart-filled moments are Simply D'vine! https://www.melballew.com https://www.facebook.com/authormelballew https://twitter.com/MelBallew

Gina Sheldon
Gina Sheldon
Author · 2 books

Gina Sheldon is a devoted wife, busy mom of twin girls, and the proud owner of a small business. She often travels the very streets of Boston she writes about in her debut novel, “The Rub Down.” One thing she refuses to leave home without is her Kindle. Their relationship borders on obsessive. As a beta reader and blogger, Gina shares her love of books with others, and her love of words has now carried her into the field of self-publishing. When she’s not reading or writing, she can be found surrounded by family and friends, enjoying a glass of wine, Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, or both. Follow me on Facebook: http://on.fb.me/1I5mOTt Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/authorginasheldon/

L.L. Collins
L.L. Collins
Author · 17 books
L.L. Collins was born and raised in the eternal summer state of Florida. She lives with her high school sweetheart husband and is driven mad daily by her two teenage boys, but her princess dog is her favorite child and kind of makes up for the testosterone flying around her house. LL has been writing since she was old enough to write. Always a story in her head, almost six years ago she made her lifelong dream of becoming an author come true in the self-publishing world. She's the author of contemporary romance novels. Look for more of her emotionally charged novels exclusively on Amazon!
Meghan Quinn
Meghan Quinn
Author · 97 books

Like me on FB: https://www.facebook.com/meghanquinna... When I was in high school I occasionally read books but was consumed by other teenage things so I didn't take the time to appreciate a good book on a cloudy day, wrapped up in a blanket on the couch. It wasn't until I received a Kindle for Christmas one year that my world completely flipped upside down. When looking for books I came across the Contemporary Romance genre and was sold and I haven't turned back since. You can either find my head buried in my Kindle, listening to inspiring heart ripping music or typing away on the computer twisting and turning the lives of my characters while driving my readers crazy with anticipation. ​I currently reside in beautiful Colorado Springs where the sun is always shining and there is a trail waiting to be hiked on every corner. I share a lovely and warm home with the love of my life and my five, four-legged children.

Brooke Page
Brooke Page
Author · 20 books
Brooke Page is a contemporary romance author who loves writing romantic suspense novels that will lead her readers through twists and turns with each page. She wants her readers to feel like they are a part of the thrill, making their hearts race from not only passion but also the intensity of the story. Brooke has a craft for weaving steam and mystery, giving her readers a story they won't want to put down.
Ahren Sanders
Ahren Sanders
Author · 22 books

USA Today Bestselling Author Ahren spent her formative years living in an active volcano. There her family made collectible lava art. She studied rock collecting at the Sorbonne in France. There she met the love of her life-her pet pig Sybil. She returned to the states and started writing. She is happily married to a guy who used to live under a bridge and she met while pole-dancing. Now, meet the real me. I grew up in the south and consider myself a true “Southerner”. Most of the special locations mentioned in my books are reflections of my favorite places. Living on the Florida coast, my family spends a lot time at the beach which is where I usually can be found with a book in my hand. Visit me online: Facebook➜ www.facebook.com/authorahrensanders Twitter➜ @Ahrensanders Instagram➜/Ahrensanders Amazon➜http://amzn.to/1eejSKy mailing list➜ http://bit.ly/1RrWAR4 Website➜www.ahrensanders.com FB Fan Page➜ https://www.facebook.com/groups/14405... Bookbub➜https://www.bookbub.com/authors/ahren...

Magan Vernon
Magan Vernon
Author · 48 books

Magan Vernon has been living off of reader tears since she wrote her first short story in 2004. She now spends her time killing off fictional characters, pretending to plot while she really just watches Netflix, and she tries to do this all while her two young children run amok around her Texas ranch. You can stalk or...er...find her online at all of these fun and happy places. Amazon Author Link: http://amzn.to/1Mi23I9 Website Link: www.maganvernon.com Facebook Page Link: www.facebook.com/authormaganvernon Twitter: www.twitter.com/maganvernon Instagram User Name: @maganvee Newsletter sign up: http://eepurl.com/qIJA5 FELL THE VERN (reader group): http://on.fb.me/1lVsZEo

Taryn Plendl
Author · 17 books

Taryn is a USA Today Bestselling Author who is also a lover of books and wine, usually enjoying them together. Writing has been a way for her to step away from chaotic reality and live a bit through her fun and sometimes damaged characters. You will almost always find a Happy Ever After at the end of her stories. She can't help it, it's an addiction. She enjoys spending time with her friends and family, but cherishes those quiet nights after everyone is asleep when she can curl up on the couch to read with her geriatric dog. (Shh, don't tell...He's not supposed to be on the couch.) www.TarynPlendl.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/AuthorTarynPl... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tarynplendl/ Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/bCaXPn Twitter: https://twitter.com/TarynPlendl If you like what you read, please leave a review!

Kennedy Ryan
Kennedy Ryan
Author · 45 books

NEWSLETTER: bit.ly/KRList BOOKBUB: bookbub.com/authors/kennedy-ryan AMAZON: http://amzn.to/2EX7pgg FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/KennedyRyanAuthor/ INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/kennedyryan1/ KENNEDY RYAN BOOKS - https://www.facebook.com/groups/68160... I write contemporary romance and women's fiction. I always give my characters their happily ever after, but I love to make them work for it! It's a long road to love, so sit back and enjoy the ride. I am wife to the love of my life, mom to a special, beautiful son, and a friend to those living with autism through my charitable foundation.

Leigh Carman
Leigh Carman
Author · 5 books

Leigh Carman is the pen name for the M/M romances written by bestselling Contemporary romance writer, Heather C. Leigh. She lives outside Houston, TX with her husband, 2 kids, and snorty French bulldog named Shelby. She has left explicit directions in her will requiring her friends to discreetly scatter her ashes around Fenway Park. Then they can sit back, watch the Sox with a beer and a Fenway frank in hand while having a wicked good time.

Trudy Stiles
Trudy Stiles
Author · 10 books

Trudy Stiles is a USA Today Bestselling Author of Contemporary and New Adult romance. Her emotional stories are inspired by various life experiences and observations. She’s the author of the bestselling Forever Family series and Epic Fail series. When she’s not writing, she’s carting her children to their various activities while avoiding any kind of laundry or housework. She also loves to run along the boardwalk of the beautiful New Jersey shore and dreams of spending as much time in Disney World as possible. She avidly celebrates Wine Wednesday. Be sure to follow her on Amazon so you can receive alerts on all of her upcoming releases and book news. Website: www.trudystiles.com Email: authortrudystiles@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/authortrudystiles Goodreads: www.goodreads.com/trudy_stiles Twitter: @trudystiles

Christine Zolendz
Christine Zolendz
Author · 18 books

USA Today bestselling romance author. Mother. Coffee drinker. Unicorn believer. New Yorker. Books and writing are my escape from reality. Read Me Free Here: bit.ly/ChrisZo

Dina Littner
Dina Littner
Author · 2 books
I'm a writer. I write romance. I do other things, too. I do. . . Watch for my debut book ~ Through An Open Door ~ in 2017.
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