Everything isn’t always what it seems. . . behind the lens. From drug cartels to classified information, Cliff knows a thing or two about secrets. As a part of an underground government reconnaissance team, he’s seen it all. Until his latest mission. Making mistakes isn’t an option for people like Alexis. From group homes to moving around with the FBI, her feet never hit solid ground. One wrong move and suddenly her life isn’t just in chaos—it’s in jeopardy. Running for her life lands her in the arms of the first and only man ever to give her a reason to stay. It’s been two years since he’s seen her, but it only takes him a split second to know that this time she’s not getting away. Cliff puts his training to use and his life on the line to protect Alexis. . . and make her his.

Love is dangerous. . . behind the badge. Former FBI agent Preston Savage could settle for a slowdown. Moving to Carson and joining the local police department is the change of pace he needed. Preston has made a lot of mistakes and he’s looking to make amends, not fall in love. . . especially with someone tied to his dangerous past working undercover. Single mother, Shelly Johnson, has one mission in life: protect her son from his father's sins. All it takes is one incredible kiss to turn her carefully constructed world upside down. Preston has never forgotten about Shelly, and now that she’s close enough to touch, he’s not letting her get away. If he can earn her trust, he can keep her safe. But the closer they get, the more complicated things become. What will happen when the truth surfaces and the past comes for both of them?

Things heat up. . . behind the flame. From raging wildfires to losing his wife and daughter in a nasty divorce, Ridge Connelly has been burned. Fighting fires is in his blood, but fighting for his daughter is his reason for living. When she’s left on his doorstep with a note from his ex to keep her safe, he takes Delilah home to North Carolina to protect her. From what. . . he doesn’t know yet. A caregiver by trade, River Matthews has always put others first, ignoring her own needs, but her sexy new neighbor has her rethinking things where he’s concerned. The dedicated single dad is needing a sitter and she can’t help but fall for the sweet baby girl or her daddy. An unknown threat lurks in the shadows waiting to strike. Just when things start heating up between Ridge and River, the past explodes around them, reminding him of everything that’s at stake. Renee Harless' Behind the Flame is an alluring, sexy, suspenseful, small-town romance written in K. Bromberg’s Everyday Heroes Worlds project.

Love gets mixed up . . .behind the bar Risking it all for his family, Landon Murphy never looked back at the choices he made. But, years spent in prison had hardened him into a man he hardly recognized. Slinging drinks gave him the peace he craved, but his demons were never far from his mind. . .until she walked into his bar. Having a one-night-stand wasn’t something Kerry Albertine expected when she snuck away from her country and responsibilities to the place she had always felt at home, Carson, North Carolina. But the sexy man with a hint of an Irish accent left the tiara shoved at the bottom of her bag and her forgetting who she was. . .at least for a little while. When Landon and Kerry's one-night-stand spills outside of the bedroom, their secrets are exposed, threatening any hopes for a future. Living in the shadows or yielding to her royal duties weighs on Kerry's shoulders. While Landon must decide to hide behind his new secluded life or take the greatest risk of all.

Love ignites...behind the wheel. From burning up the pavement to burning up the sheets, Noah Langley knows the kind of reputation he has. When a freak accident leaves him seeking anonymity, he finds himself licking his wounds and pride in Carson, North Carolina. Unfortunately, his case of bad luck has just begun. Working as a mechanic is in Tate Mitchell’s blood, even though her dream has her spending her free time pushing her limits around the track. A rush job for a tourist has her coming face to face with her teenage crush and the man that ruined her life, Noah Langley. But, it's not until their lives are threatened that Noah and Tate have to face the reality that falling in love may be just the start of the race.

A new love awaits...behind the ties. Beau Baker thought his path in life was set. He had bigger dreams, but the small town life kept him locked in… Until a new woman shows up in town, causing him to question everything. Being a veterinarian was in Savannah Monroe's blood, but she never thought her job would have her on the run. But she finally stopped looking over her shoulder once she found solace in the tiny town of Carson, North Carolina…. Until that security is tested when the leader of the dog fighting ring she busted tracks her down and brings danger to her new home. Had Beau’s path in life led him to this moment? Was his bigger purpose to step in and protect her?