Novellas

Amos A wise man does at once what a fool does at last. I am that fool. Two months ago, I let the girl of my dreams slip through my fingers because I was too slow and cowardly to make my move. Penelope Burton was the best assistant I ever had. I valued her work, respected her opinion, and treasured every moment in her company. Her honeyed voice and southern accent brightened my days. Her smile warmed my heart. And those luscious curves drove me to distraction. As much as I wanted to drag her to the nearest altar, there was too much at stake. She’s too young, I’m too old, and the scandal could ruin my career. I convinced myself I should wait for the right time, and my delay cost me dearly. Desperate for my Penny, I call in favors and forge schemes. For the first time in my life, I throw caution to the wind and become the man Penny needs. Scandals be damned. My second chance is just a six-hour flight away.

Bridesmaid gowns. You're supposed to order them two sizes up from your regular size. I did not know this. Was I supposed to know this? At least all my years in grad school have made me good at problem solving. Five weeks to fit into this dress? No problem. Sign up for a gym. Suck it up. I can deal with some temporary discomfort. The burning muscles. The sweat. What I can't deal with is my reaction to my gorgeous trainer... He and I are like night and day. I'm soft. He's...hard. I'm petite and curvy. He's...big. And did I mention hard? And downright infuriating. He's tough with me. Doesn't want to hear any excuses. Now I'm burning up and sweating for a different reason. I never thought a fitness freak like him would want a curvy girl like me, but his gorgeous smile and the possessive, intense way he's looking at me as I strut my stuff on the elliptical is telling a very different story... "Pining For My Trainer" is a short, sweet, high-heat romance.