


Books in series

#1
Matchmaking the CEO
2022
Jake Whitley and I start on the wrong foot. And then it goes downhill from there.
After my career implodes, I’m determined to make a living with my new event planning business.
But Jake and I are at odds from the moment I step on his private plane.
He wants to get rid of me. I want to throw his grandmother the celebration of a lifetime…on his property in Martha’s Vineyard.
He’s arrogant and a grump and acts like he owns the world. He’s also hot as hell, but I’d never cross that line. I can’t afford another mistake in my professional life. Not that Jake is attracted to me.
Just when I brace myself for another heated conversation, I discover a completely different man under the façade he’s created. He claims he’s always wanted me.
The last thing I need is for this gorgeous man to tilt my world on its axis. But Jake has other ideas, and so does his matchmaking grandmother.

#2
Kissing The CEO
2023
Last time I saw Cade Whitley, I was the curvy, nerdy girl who tutored him in math. He was the popular boy who only saw me as a friend. Now he’s the CEO of the competition.
The second we meet again, we start pushing each other’s buttons… then end up flirting.
But that has to be a fluke, right? After all, the only things we have in common are a love for the coffee industry and affection for his matchmaking grandmother.
At least, that’s what I think.
In high school, I had a crush on him. And it was completely unrequited. I don’t want history repeating itself.
Then he kisses me in his office, making my head spin.
This is dangerous. He could break my heart again. My boss could find out.
But Cade has a way of making me forget about everything… except him.

#3
Falling For The CEO
A Single Dad Romance
2023
Billionaire s ingle d ad seeking sexy next-door neighbor to be his Happily Ever After.
Being the CEO of a thriving billion-dollar company has its challenges. We're talking hard work, long hours, and tough decisions. But if you compare it to being a father, running a company is a piece of cake.
Raising an infant alone is tough. Between reading as many parenting books as I can and trying to get the little dude to sleep during the night, I can barely think about anything else.
But when I meet my neighbor, my mind begins to wander. Penny is gorgeous and an adorable klutz. After she takes a spill in front of my house, my protective instincts kick in.
As I bandage up her scrapes, all I want is to get to know her better. Then I watch her play with my son and my defenses start coming down.
Suddenly, I keep making up excuses to invite her over. We both have good reasons to be cautious. I want to focus on my son and be a good father. Penny needs a fresh start after a rough break-up. I can’t deny how much I want her, but is this a risk we want to take?

#4
Flirting with the CEO
2023
I wanted to hate her. Instead, I desperately need her.
I didn't get to be CEO by playing nice. I'm driven and ruthless—and yes, occasionally rude. But it gets the job done, and that's all I care about. My business partners disagree. They insist I need to improve my communication skills. That's how I end up with Zoey Thomas shadowing me.
From the moment she steps into my office, I have one goal: ignore her until she quits. I don't need anyone telling me how to conduct my business. I call the shots. Always.
But the more I push Zoey away, the more she persists. And she’s starting to piss me off. She's too chirpy, too sassy, and far too sexy. When we finally sit down to discuss how I could communicate better, I barely manage to pay attention. Instead, I fantasize about exploring her body all night long, and that won't do.
I manage to keep my distance, right until she shows up at the boxing ring where I blow off steam. Outside the confines of the office, instinct takes over, and I kiss her.
She wants me and I want her, and we explore each other in all the ways I imagined.
But Zoey Thomas should be completely off-limits. She's fun and walks around with her heart on her sleeve. I'm the exact opposite. Worse, I'm married to my work. Always have been and always will be. I can't offer her what she wants.
But how am I supposed to let her walk away when all I want is to keep her?

#5
Enchanting the CEO
2024
She’s a white-picket-fence kind of girl, but I only do casual. My first mistake? Asking her to be my roommate.
Gabe
When someone’s down on their luck, I like to help out. Diane needed a place to stay, and my attic was empty. How hard could it be to have a temporary roommate?
It turns out—very hard.
Living with her is turning out to be physically impossible. Every time she saunters through the living room, I can’t help but want her. Whenever she gives me sass, I fantasize about kissing that mouth until she begs for more.
But she is my employee’s sister and that is a line I can’t cross…or can I?
Diane
At first I was a little leery about accepting Gabe’s offer, because he’s my sister’s boss. But Gabe is the best. He’s not only generous and fun (and hot!), but also considerate.
One night after dinner in the city he does the gentlemanly thing and walks me to my door—only, I manage to stumble, rip my dress and flash him my various lady parts.
It’s a full-on disaster! Or so I think.
The man gives me the hottest kiss of my life—toe curling, sparks-flying, panty-melting hot. Even though I’ve just been through the break-up from hell, I can’t resist his charms.
But I don’t want to embarrass my sister by getting involved with Gabe. Besides, he and I want different things in life.
Just this once, though, I’d love to throw caution to the wind…
✔ Billionaire Romance
✔ Forced Proximity
✔ Sizzling Hot Scenes
✔ Happy-Ever-After
✔ Roommates-to-lovers

#6
Taming the CEO
2024
A blizzard, a one-bedroom cottage, and one irresistible andarrogant man = A Recipe for Disaster!
Maddox Whitley is the most arrogant man I’ve met. He thinks the world revolves around him and everyone else must do his bidding. He’s determined to buy my father’s business, and he’s using dirty tactics to get it.
But the Adventure Park is my family’s life’s work, and I’m defending it no matter what. Even if I have to go toe to toe with Maddox and his infuriatingly sexy swagger. I challenge him every way I know, but then he switches strategies.
Yes, the nerve of the man! He starts flirting with me! I’d like to tell you it didn’t work…but it does.
Then a blizzard traps us in my tiny cottage, and I see a different side to this business mogul. After I stupidly hurt myself, Maddox surprises me by taking care of me. You learn a lot about someone when you’re trapped in a one-bedroom cottage.
The only problem? I only have one teeny, tiny bed and the blizzard showing no signs of stopping…

#7
Loving the CEO
2024
Leo Whitley's story is a steamy friends-to-lovers romance. It can be read as a standalone.
When I find out on my wedding day that my fiancé is cheating on me, my whole world comes crashing down.
The only bright spot?
My best friend Leo is by my side every step of the way, offering his unconditional support—including a temporary getaway, which I so badly need right now.
Once in Boston, he invites me to stay with him until I get back on my feet. Temporarily, of course.
And I don’t even think twice before agreeing.
But I quickly question if this was the right thing to do.
Did I forget to mention Leo is the hottest man on the planet?
And now his hotness is front and center, as there’s plenty of opportunities to spy on those sexy muscles when he works out in his home gym...or when he gets out of the shower.
Then the oddest thing happens… Leo offers to be my dating coach to ‘help me get back into the game’.
On our first night out, I break out in goosebumps at the lightest touch or seductive smile. And when we get back to his place, well, we take the coaching a little too far and I have the hottest night of my life.
The question is, am I willing to risk my friendship with him for something more? Especially when I’m not even sure I’m ready for anything at all…

#8
Forever With The CEO
2025
It began as a fake marriage. It became so much more.
I’m Nick Whitley, CEO of Whitley Sports Industries. I’m a bonafide bachelor, and never intended to settle down. But I’m also a dependable kind of guy and do what’s right when I can.
So when my best friend and his wife pass away, leaving behind their twins, I do everything possible to help out their aunt—Allison . She’s gorgeous and funny and someone I enjoy being around .
I even propose marriage when the kids’ grandparents unexpectedly contest the custody. It’s the only way Allison can win.
To make things legitimate, we need to live in one home, and sleep in one bed. Things escalate, but I’m all in. Not that it’s any hardship—Allison is damn perfect, and the twins are worming their way into my heart. I enjoy reading them bedtime stories, eating pizza, while watching the same cartoons for the millionth time. I’m ready to adopt them tomorrow if they’d have me.
Now I’ve got to convince Allison that I’m the man for her, because I know without a shadow of a doubt that she’s the woman for me.
Author

Layla Hagen
Author · 50 books
Welcome! My name is Layla Hagen and I am a Contemporary Romance author. I fell in love with books when I was nine years old, and my love affair with stories continues even now, many years later. I write romantic stories and can’t wait to share them with the world. And I drink coffee. Lots of it, in case the photo didn’t make it obvious enough ;)