Afraid of being outed, Neil Hunter, "Hunt," dreads meeting the new "human lie detector" at the precinct—a registered empath who can sense truth and falsehood. But Skyler Zane is more of a mess than any closeted cop could ever be, with an abusive ex and a history of mental issues. And instead of avoiding him, Hunt ends up taking him under his wing, looking out for him. And maybe falling for him, too. Everything is going well—including their unexpected feelings for each other—until Sky's skills come to the wrong attention. Now it's up to Hunt to find him—and figure out how to keep them both alive.

Pete might always know when people are lying, but that doesn't make him a good judge of character. Will he ever find a man who wants to keep him? Pete's the kind of guy who gets on people's nerves. He can't sit still. He talks too much. He doesn't know when to shut up. And he always knows when people are lying. While his talent wasn't strong enough to get an empath rating from the ESRB, he now has a second chance with the new testing system they're using. If he makes it, he'll have some well-paying job offers from people who actually appreciate his gifts. Maybe this time things will work out. Maybe his life will finally take a turn for the better. With some hot guys in it, too.

Pete has a pretty good life these days: a job he likes, friends, and a boyfriend who accepts him as he is. But despite all this, life isn't without its challenges—and dangers. a Men of the ESRB novel takes place after "KEEP" and contains the same characters gay paranormal fiction 66,000 words The Extra Sensory Regulatory Bureau rates talented individuals like empaths and clairvoyants. They have special gifts—and often some extra burdens that go along with them. The ESRB takes care of its own, but these guys still have a lot to figure out about life—and love. Stay tuned for more tales from the men of the ESRB.

Hugh and Jem work together as a team for the ESRB. Hugh's just a regular ex-cop, but Jem always knows the odds—of anything—and he's always right. It certainly hasn't made his life any easier. Working for the ESRB has its challenges, such as when trying to track down Martin, a powerful empath who doesn't want to be found. Martin also happens to be the one person who might just make Hugh and Jem face the suppressed attraction between them. Knowing the odds can't always protect two men from danger, though—and their fledgling relationship will be soon put to a terrible test. A Men of the ESRB story 50,000 words Heat: low a Men of the ESRB novel gay paranormal romance The Extra Sensory Regulatory Bureau rates talented individuals like empaths and clairvoyants. They have special gifts—and often some extra burdens that go along with them. The ESRB takes care of its own, but these guys still have a lot to figure out about life—and love. Stay tuned for more tales from the men of the ESRB.

Drew leads an ordinary, boring life—until one day the ESRB assigns him a bodyguard because he's in danger. They don't know why, only that he is. It's the most exciting thing that's ever happened to Drew. Naturally, he develops a massive crush on his bodyguard, Neal, as the two try to figure out why he's in danger and what it has to do with the ESRB. When Drew turns out to have an unexpected—and rare—talent, things take a turn for the worse. Because Neal might not be enough to keep him safe after all. A Men of the ESRB story 35,000 words Heat: very low gay paranormal romance The Extra Sensory Regulatory Bureau rates talented individuals like empaths and clairvoyants. They have special gifts—and often some extra burdens that go along with them. The ESRB takes care of its own, but these guys still have a lot to figure out about life—and love. Stay tuned for more tales from the men of the ESRB.

Caleb's a tracker. Eli's a precog. They aren't exactly friends. They both work for the ESRB, but very much alone – no matter how Caleb feels about Eli. But when he faces one of his hardest missions yet, Eli invites himself along... ~8,000 words - low/medium heat A Men of the ESRB short story The Extra Sensory Regulatory Bureau rates talented individuals, like empaths and clairvoyants. They have special gifts, and often some extra burdens that go along with them. The ESRB takes care of its own, but these guys still have a lot to figure out about life—and love.