Step into a wonderful “dogfilled” world.“Look, a dog!” Kingston loves dogs, and he loves seeing them everywhere he goes. But when he starts pointing to other animals and calling them dogs, too, can Mom convince him that there are other animals to enjoy? Find out what happens in Wondogfilled, a story about a young boy and his big love for dogs.
Dr. Kimberlie Harris is a teacher, mom, blogger, and freelance writer turned author. She was born and raised in Kingston, Jamaica, but now resides with her husband and son in Georgia, U.S.A. Dr. Harris enjoys helping children learn to read and love books, be curious about their surroundings, and use that curiosity to conquer their world. Wondogfilled is the second book in the Boys Unboxed series. Dr. Harris wrote I Love a Good Book, Wondogfilled, and the other titles in the Boys Unboxed series to inspire young boys to read. Dr. Harris has worked to improve learning outcomes for children, especially in reading and writing, for 17 years. She has a PhD. in curriculum and instruction, a masters in early childhood education, and dual bachelor of arts degrees in English and Spanish.
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A secret identity. A world of lies. A forbidden love.
When a solo vehicle crash off Hangman’s Bend results in the death of a mysterious stranger, Tang Young is crippled by writer’s block and a guilt she can’t confess to anyone, especially not her live-in girlfriend, Layla. But once the stranger is identified, what other truths will be revealed?
Kidnapping Cahki might have been the worst mistake of Emperor Min’s life.
Cahki
I was kidnapped and brought south across the seas to warm Emperor Min’s bed. I may be small, but inside of me live the strength and ferocity of a fjord dragon.
When the prince offers me a way back to freedom, I take it. Even if it means marrying him, a stranger and an enemy. I can always kill him if things go awry.
One thing is certain: I’ll be a slave to no one!
Sung-jin
I’m the sole heir to the throne of the Southern Kingdom, the one thing that keeps me alive. Alive but not unharmed.
My father is a believer in ruling by fear, and that applies even to me. I have the scars to prove it.
The white-haired woman my father kidnapped could be the answer to all my prayers. As long as she doesn’t kill me first.
No matter what, I will free my people from my father’s cruelty or die trying.
A people who lives in fear. A court that hates its ruler. A cruel emperor with unsavory appetites and no morals.
When Prince Sung-jin and his new wife, Cahki set out to rescue the kingdom and its people, the odds are not on their side. But they are still willing to give it a try.
Natalina Reis is an international bestseller who wrote her first romance at the age of thirteen. Since then she has published many romances that defy the boundaries of her genre. She enjoys writing all kinds of rebels and outcasts into her stories and she always roots for the underdog.
Natalina doesn’t believe you can have too many books or too much coffee. Chinese historical fantasy dramas are her (not so) guilty pleasure and she is pretty sure she could survive on lobster and bananas alone.
When she is not writing or stressing over lesson plans, she shares her life with her husband and two adult sons.
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Seventeen-year-old Stas Nonu has nothing more to worry about than looking like an oversized pumpkin in the bridesmaid dress her mother picked out for her wedding to her long-time partner, Mama K. Her father’s newfound religious beliefs are annoying and starting to cramp her style, but nothing to be really concerned about. Besides, Zane, the new guy she met at that party is way more interesting.
When Stas finds her mother’s dead body in a pool of blood, and evidence points to her father as the murderer, she realizes how uncomplicated things were before.
Especially when two aunts she’s never met fly from her mother’s native Russia and start talking about her coming to live with them. Then her father’s brother shows up with his own reasons for why Stas should live with him.
Unable to face the tug of war between her relatives, or the devastating effect it’s having on her beloved Mama K, Stas turns to Zane for comfort. But their increasing closeness is not enough to allow Stas to escape the reality of her fractured family.
If Stas can’t figure out a way to prove Mama K is as much her mother as the woman who gave birth to her, she might find herself banished to Siberia. Or somewhere even worse.
Having spent a lifetime travelling the globe, Kate Larkindale settled in Wellington, New Zealand fifteen years ago. An arts festival worker and mother to two sons, she’s surprised she finds any time to write, but doesn’t sleep much. As a result, she can usually be found hanging out by the nearest espresso machine.
She is the author of contemporary YA novels My Murder Year, Chasing the Taillights, The Sidewalk’s Regrets, An Unstill Life and Stumped along with several others that no one is allowed to see. Yet. She has also written one very bad historical romance, which will likely never see the light of day. She is working on several more YA novels that may or may not ever be finished.
Her short stories have appeared in Halfway Down The Stairs, A Fly in Amber, Daily Flash Anthology, The Barrier Islands Review, Everyday Fiction, Death Rattle, Drastic Measures, Cutlass and Musket and Residential Aliens, among others.
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Ross Michaels hasn’t laid eyes on Hadley Keller since the night she took off on the back of his younger brother’s motorcycle. Her innocent sweetness had called to him. But she wasn’t his. End of story.
But fate can be viciously unpredictable
He’s been working at the members only, Club Nexus, when he receives an unexpected letter from Hadley. Even though four years have passed, she still has such a hold on him that when she writes begging him to rescue her daughter, as they are both trapped in an outlaw MC, he decides to rescue both of them out of that hellhole. It’s when he sees her bruises and the helplessness in her youthful face, that the Daddy Dom in him, recognizes from her behavior that she is a Middle and in desperate need of his help.
Only, his mission isn’t as simple as loading them into his truck and driving away. Hadley’s trauma had set its hooks deep. Ross is determined to remove each one; barb by painful barb. And keep her safe from the MC that’ll do anything to silence her secrets. Note: Ross is a standalone romance in the Central Florida Stories – Club Nexus universe. Contains DDLG dynamics. Visit the author’s website for TW.
Award-winning and bestselling author Victoria Saccenti writes contemporary steamy romance, paranormal/fantasy romance, and romantic women’s fiction. She explores the edgy twists and turns of human interaction, the many facets of love, and all possible happy endings. After thirty years of traveling the world, she’s settled in Central Florida, where she splits her busy schedule between family and her active muse at Essence Publishing. However, if she could convince her husband to sell their home, she would pack up her computer and move to Scotland, a land she adores.
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During the first vacation she’s taken in years, Logan looks forward to sharing the beauty of the Oregon coast with Ben and her family. They quickly immerse themselves in summer fun. Ocean walks, caramel corn by the fire, a visit to the aquarium, a charter boat fishing trip, and to top it off, tickets for Logan and Ben to an amazing, in-home classical music concert featuring visiting musicians from China.
But within days, Logan finds herself inexorably dragged into a homicide investigation—as a possible suspect. While reeling from that discovery, Logan is forced to face a ghost from her past and make a thorny, personal decision that will change everyone’s lives, including her brother, Rick’s.
Weaving themes of loss, healing, forgiveness, family, love, and community, Davisson’s characters all seek a safe harbor, but not all of them find one.
Fans of J.A Jance, Louise Penny, Elly Griffiths, Nevada Barr, Sue Grafton, C.J. Box, James Patterson, or Alexander McCall Smith will love fiercely independent and loyal Logan McKenna!
A self-admitted book addict, Valerie was the kid with the flashlight under her pillow, reading long after lights out. A life of travel led to degrees in Anthropology and a pervasive interest in people. She lives on the Oregon coast with her husband, John, and their new puppy, Finn. When not working on her latest book she is probably in the kitchen, cooking up a storm for family and friends.
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Hoodoo, Texas, a town overflowing with vampires, root workers, werewolves, and… me. Folks may tolerate my Thor hand, the daily chats with spirits, and general crankiness. But last night’s monstrous makeover might finally be a step too far.
My new boyfriend is sexy as sin, keeping more secrets than a politician, and is moving his non-human behind into my haunted Victorian mansion. Of course, he blames the new living arrangement on someone wanting me dead—again.
What can I say? It’s a gift.
When my estranged father comes to town, things get dicier. He’s not only a deadbeat but a freaking storm deity who prefers revenge over a loving reunion. And get this – he issued the mother of ultimatums: either I murder my boyfriend or Hoodoo, Texas will be destroyed.
Agau may be a god, but he’s not the boss of me.
Can a menopausal monster save a small town from destruction without losing the sexy boyfriend and the re-vamped love of her family and friends? Find out in Mystical Midlife Mate. Fans of Darynda Jones, Patricia Briggs, and K.F. Breene will love the Boudin, Barbecue, and Hoodoo series.
There’s something about magic, action, and the supernatural that calls to my wicked soul. I enjoy most genre fiction, but am drawn to heroines like me and my weird circle of friends: not so slim, not that young, and even a wee bit cranky. But we also find joy and laughter, even in the darkest times.
I fill my books with adventure, magic, loss, love, and casts bursting with diversity. Seriously, how boring would life be if we were all the same?
Okay, now the personal stuff.
I married the first boyfriend who survived the four-month mark. Since we’ve been hitched for over thirty-five years, I’m thinking he just might stick. The two cats? Well, they’re too spoiled and way too stubborn to move off the couch.
Eee-ahh takes Shirl to her favorite Outer Space Bakery. There are NO free samples.
It’s a folktale. It’s a STEM story. It’s an outer space adventure. Shirl has never tasted a Zib. Eee-ahh promises her they are the best tasting treat in the entire universe. But when Shirl accidentally steals one (she thought it was a tasting table), the baker traps her until she can repay her debt.
How do you pay a debt when the baker won’t accept Earth money?
Lois is a former high school chemistry teacher and former head science teacher at Science in the City Summer Camp in Philadelphia. She has also been an adjunct science teacher at University of South Florida. Since retiring, she continues to take science classes. Her class in Forensic Biology led to Little Red, The Detective, in which Red is studying fingerprint identification, so she can tell that “Grandma” isn’t who she says she is.
Lois has taken so many science classes that she believes science is the solution to almost every problem, including the dilemmas in fairy tales. She has invented what she calls Science Folktales. In each science-based tale, the protagonist achieves a better ending than the original because of learning scientific principles. She has turned some of these tales into plays.
She has also created a series of Mermaid Science stories, which make use of water science.
Lois is married to the love of her life. She has two children, four grandchildren and a dog.
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The last thing Eider sheriff Shane Hamilton needs is a determined FBI agent in his county. He’s already dealing with the fallout over his recent and all-too-close re-election, two gruesome homicides, and a rash of arsons. And personal grief weighs heavily on his soul.
Returning to Eider, Iowa, wasn’t part of FBI agent Liza Bartholomew’s game plan, but when she learns an elusive scam artist has been seen there, a man she’s been tracking for years, she doesn’t hesitate to follow the intel. Vengeance for his victims and her career are both on the line, and she won’t rest until justice is served. She doesn’t expect to be stonewalled by the town sheriff.
It soon becomes obvious to Shane that his and Liza’s cases are intertwined, and they’re forced to work together, a move that challenges his longstanding vow of not getting emotionally or professionally too close to another woman.
As the body count mounts, Shane and Liza find themselves and everyone they love in the immediate crosshairs.
What will they sacrifice to stop the cold-blooded killer in time?
Winter Austin perpetually answers the question: “were you born in the winter?” with a flat “nope,” but believe her, there is a story behind her name.
A lifelong Mid-West gal with strong ties to the agriculture world, Winter grew up listening to the captivating stories told by relatives around a table or a campfire. As a published author, she learned her glass half-empty personality makes for a perfect suspense/thriller writer. Taking her ability to verbally spin a vivid and detailed story, Winter translated that into writing deadly romantic suspense, mysteries, and thrillers.
When she’s not slaving away at the computer, you can find Winter supporting her daughter in cattle shows, seeing her three sons off into the wide-wide world, loving on her fur babies, prodding her teacher husband, and nagging at her flock of hens to stay in the coop or the dogs will get them.
She is the author of multiple novels, with more on the way.
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Another delightful book by Dr. Stu Ledwith for your reading pleasure. This book contains the backstory of the mysterious character in the prequel Mission 3047 named Sarge. It delineates his upbringing as a disadvantaged youth to becoming a highly decorated Navy SEAL. It describes his rescuing and marrying a wealthy young woman in Portugal and settling in America where he begins a new job with a secret security agency.
In this day and age with UFOs and UAPs being seen by military personnel and civilians alike, it seemed only appropriate that I include them in my latest book, “Sarge.” ETs, extraterrestrial beings, have been a part of my life for many years now. I have talked with many and have taken pictures of UFOs with my phone’s camera. You can see three of them on the cover. I was lucky, I guess, that the soul of a dear friend of mine cared to share her deepest fantasies with me and gave me permission to write them as I saw fit. It was a nice fit since I love to write soul’s stories. All of my books include the story of at least one soul. My lifetime work has been to help souls heal and arrive at the destination here that most fit them and their particular gifts thus helping their human hosts heal as well. I hope you have enjoyed my books and have shared them with your friends.
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Birth, death, mayhem, and murder….. Maeve O’Reilly Kensington loves her job as a nurse-midwife at Creighton Memorial Hospital in the quintessential New England seaside town of Langford. Nothing could bring her more pleasure than helping women usher new life into the world… except possibly having a child of her own with her husband, Will. In the meantime, she’s happy to celebrate the families of those she treats, and content to support her husband in his newly formed catering business. However when Creighton Memorial’s Chief Obstetrician suddenly drops dead at his daughter’s extravagant wedding reception, catered by Will, Maeve’s two worlds collide in the worst possible way. Suddenly murder is on the menu, and Maeve is desperate to help her husband and find out who killed the doctor. With the help of her wealthy, acerbic sister Meg and quick-witted Boston Irish mother, Maeve sets out to solve a murder and clear her husband’s name. Can she stay one step ahead of the killer? Or will they strike again… this time closer to home?
Christine Knapp practiced as a nurse-midwife for many years. A writer of texts and journal articles, she is now thrilled to combine her love of midwifery and mysteries as a fiction author. Christine currently narrates books for the visually impaired. A dog lover, she lives near Boston. To learn more about Christine Knapp, visit her online at thoughtfulmidwife.com
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Over her shoulder, Vanessa viewed The Academy for Young Ladies fading in the distance behind the carriage. Turning forward with a sigh of relief, she relaxed. She could hardly wait to catch her first glimpse of Hill House again.
Upon her arrival, she never expected to have her guardian residing in her home. If she considered him at all, she imagined him in the background, guarding her interest from afar as he had in the past. Nor did she expect to find her aunt by marriage apparently in charge of the household. Adding to her dismay, her aunt’s relatives were dwelling in Hill House as well.
Most disturbing of all, Vanessa found signs of a ghost dwelling in the house too, filling her with unease and dread.
I write under the name Wareeze Woodson. I took my mother’s pen name Wareeze for my own. She never had anything published so I thought I would carry her pen name forward. I write historical romance with a twist of suspense, Regency and Victorian mostly. I did tackle a historical western as well. I’m an avid reader and I love to write as well. I live near Houston, TX and enjoy my family. Thank God for grandchildren. If you like to read historical love stories with a flavoring of suspense, look for books by Wareeze Woodson and join me on a journey through the past with daring heroines and dashing heroes.
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Alice Snyder knows her reputation—and if she didn’t, Buckeye Falls loves to remind her. She may come from the town’s First Family, but that doesn’t mean she plays by the rules. After a decade of traveling and going to school, she’s back home and ready to settle down, or at least relax for a while. The trouble is, her neighbors are determined to find her a husband. She needs a way to get them off her back…
When James Gibson, a divorced artist, flees New York for the peace of small-town Ohio, he’s excited to get painting again. The only trouble is, he’s completely blocked. Despite his best efforts, his collection of canvases are blank and he’s at a career crossroads. A chance meeting with the mayor’s sister throws James’s routine off balance, and he’s eager to spend more time with this quirky spitfire.
And Alice might have the solution to both their problems…
Fake Date.
She gets the Nosey Nellies off her back, and James gets time with a woman who inspires him both inside and outside the studio.
Just a few weeks of pretending, and they’ll move on. Simple, right? The trouble is the more time they spend together, the realer their relationship feels. The laughter, the stolen kisses—it all starts to feel like more.
Can these two be honest with each other and find their happily-ever-after, or are they doomed for a real breakup?
Libby Kay’s FAKING THE FALL redeems Buckeye Falls’s spinster troublemaker with a fake relationship romance filled with sweet small town vibes. FAKING THE FALL will bring to mind amazing books like Practice Makes Perfect by Sarah Adams and Fix Her Up by Tessa Bailey. But best of all, it returns readers to the small Ohio town and the familiar characters from the previous Buckeye Falls books. All the zany, overbearing, and well-meaning ones! So sit back and grab FAKING THE FALL for the latest roller-coaster romance by Libby Kay.
Libby Kay lives in the city in the heart of the Midwest with her husband. When she’s not writing, Libby loves reading romance novels of any kind. Stories of people falling in love nourish her soul. Contemporary or Regency, sweet or hot, as long as there is a happily ever after—she’s in love!
When not surrounded by books, Libby can be found baking in her kitchen, binging true crime shows, or on the road with her husband, traveling as far as their bank account will allow.
Writing is a solitary job, and Libby loves to hear from readers. Reach out and review her stories anytime. She’d love to hear from you.
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“In the Depths of Friendship, Love Finds Its Voice.”
Brian Fox, known for his reputation as a bachelor, guards his heart behind impenetrable walls. Burdened by a secret too heavy to reveal, he vows to keep his distance from women. However, fate has a different plan when Amanda enters his life. Her mesmerizing beauty and captivating charm instantly capture his attention. But here’s the catch – she happens to be his best friend’s sister.
Amanda, a determined and romantic soul, returns to Boston with dreams of pursuing her business aspirations. Little does she know that destiny has a surprise waiting for her. From the moment she meets Brian Fox, an undeniable connection ignites between them. He awakens a longing within her, reminiscent of the enduring love her parents share. However, as she uncovers the truth about his identity as her brother’s closest confidant, she realizes their path is littered with obstacles.
Both Brian and Amanda agree that it’s best to remain friends. Yet, with each passing year, they struggle against that pesky magnetic pull that keeps testing the limits of their friendship.
Marlyn Love is a Dutch-based author who brings a personal touch to her contemporary romance novels, drawing from her own experiences, passions in life and her vivid imagination.
With a loving family and a cherished daughter, Marlyn understands the intricacies of relationships, and her writing reflects the depth of emotions she experiences in her own life. As a romantic soul at heart, she believes in the power of love and infuses her stories with a sense of genuine affection that resonates with her readers.
When she isn’t crafting captivating love stories, Marlyn can be found indulging in her favorite pastime: reading romance books. Her love for the genre is evident in her writing, as she immerses herself in the captivating tales of other authors, drawing inspiration from the magic of their words.
For Marlyn, the most cherished moments come from spending time with her family. Whether it’s a fun-filled day of activities or a quiet evening at home, their presence fills her heart with joy. Additionally, she treasures her friendship with her best friend, and they share the delight of regular dinner get-togethers, where laughter and heartfelt conversations are a constant.
Embark on an unforgettable adventure within the pages of Marlyn Love’s books, where love blooms, passion ignites, and desires are fearlessly explored.
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Newly pinned deputy Jolie Murdoch’s first big job as a McIntire County deputy is to locate a missing girl. What Jolie doesn’t expect is to stumble upon a corpse—the girl’s father–with a prime suspect still hanging around. But why would local bartender Xavier Hartmann go off the deep end and bludgeon a man to death?
A former marine, Xavier is barely coping with a traumatic brain injury, and he has no memory of what happened at the crime scene. He came to Eider to confront his past, not get embroiled in a murder as the number one suspect. To make matters worse, as the mystery deepens, Xavier finds himself drawn to the reluctant deputy.
As Jolie fights against mounting pressure to get to the truth, she realizes there’s more to Xavier than meets the eye. But someone is lingering on the fringes, determined to put a stop to her investigation and Xavier’s freedom. Will Jolie do her sworn duty or buck the status quo to give her and Xavier’s newfound passion a chance?
Winter Austin perpetually answers the question: “were you born in the winter?” with a flat “nope,” but believe her, there is a story behind her name.
A lifelong Mid-West gal with strong ties to the agriculture world, Winter grew up listening to the captivating stories told by relatives around a table or a campfire. As a published author, she learned her glass half-empty personality makes for a perfect suspense/thriller writer. Taking her ability to verbally spin a vivid and detailed story, Winter translated that into writing deadly romantic suspense, mysteries, and thrillers.
When she’s not slaving away at the computer, you can find Winter supporting her daughter in cattle shows, seeing her three sons off into the wide-wide world, loving on her fur babies, prodding her teacher husband, and nagging at her flock of hens to stay in the coop or the dogs will get them.
She is the author of multiple novels, with more on the way.
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Wild Lavender, Best Fantasy Romance, The Golden Quill Contest Both healer and warrior, nothing will stop Lady Aubrianne from protecting the people she loves. Together with her closest friends, she labors to find the reason behind her nefarious husband’s frequent absences. They fear the worst and race against time to avoid being implicated in his treacherous acts. Larkin, a Royal Guard of Aurelia and second-born noble son, tires of his rakish ways. He craves adventure and jumps at the chance to investigate the increasingly wealthy Lord Roger and his dealings with a rival realm. In Aurelia, there’s only one punishment for treason: death to all involved—including the woman who has haunted his dreams for years. With ambition, murder, and sizzling romance, Wild Lavender delivers! The first book of the Heart & Hand Series introduces a sweeping fantasy epic, one that spans realms, a mystical prophecy, and royal intrigue. “The epic and sexy world of Wild Lavender is filled with castles teeming with secret passages, political intrigue, war horses, horrors and love. The story sucked me right in on the first page and didn’t let me go until the very last.” —Pat Esden, Author of the Dark Heart Novels
Author of the Heart & Hand Series, Nicole E. Kelleher’s first book, Wild Lavender, is a Golden Quill Winner for Best Fantasy Romance and was named a finalist in the New England Readers Choice’s contest for Historical Romance, NYC’s Kathryn Hayes “When Sparks Fly” contest, and the Maggie Award for Excellence. She has recently re-released both Wild Lavender and The Queen’s Dance with new and improved content. The third book in her Heart & Hand Series, The Naked Moon, is newly released and a National Excellence in Romance Fiction Award Winner. You can find out more on Nicole and her books athttps://www.nekelleher.com.
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Logan soon discovers her new friend isn’t who she said she was. Without any ID, the police investigation stalls. Logan holds the only clue, but has no idea what it means or how dangerous it is.
That’s never stopped her before, but this time her drive to uncover the truth draws the killer ever closer. Before she realizes the danger, Logan is in so deep she may never be able to claw her way out.
Fans of J.A. Jance, Elly Griffiths, Louise Penny, C.J. Box, James Patterson, Nevada Barr, Sue Grafton, and Alexander McCall Smith will love Davisson’s fiercely independent and loyal Logan McKenna.
A self-admitted book addict, Valerie was the kid with the flashlight under her pillow, reading long after lights out. A life of travel led to degrees in Anthropology and a pervasive interest in people. She lives on the Oregon coast with her husband, John, and their new puppy, Finn. When not working on her latest book she is probably in the kitchen, cooking up a storm for family and friends.
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The accident stole Phoenix from me. Now, he’s nice… kind even. But the memory of me—of our baby—is gone. Despite everything, I’m left fighting for our child and the man I’ve come to love.
How much will I have to sacrifice to bring him back? What happens when secrets buried deep in the past burst into the present? Do we have a chance? Or is it inevitable that history repeats itself and we’re forced to go our separate ways?
Cruel Love is an enemies-to-lovers, fake relationship, new adult, sports romance with pregnancy, plenty of angst, heat, and a HEA. This is the conclusion of Cruel Hate, and Aspen and Phoenix’s duet. This book contains mature content that some readers may find disturbing.
Isla Vaughn is the author of the Hidden Valley Elite series. Her romance books are full of complex characters, strong alpha males, and the fierce women who bring them to their knees. When not writing, she can be found daydreaming about owning a beach house, reading, or drinking too much coffee. You can find her atwww.IslaVaughnAuthor.com
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The spotlights stole her heart once. Now they’re stealing her future — and she’s not leaving without a fight.
Alex
Who knew a drunken ceremony in Fiji could be legally binding? Not me, but I’m not complaining.
I couldn’t figure out how to make her give me a second chance, how to prove I’ve changed from the jerk who dumped her years ago. Now I have my chance to show her the man I’ve become — and this time, the finale will be just the start.
Ceri
I’m engaged. I’ve moved on. Yet destiny drops the man who broke my heart back into my life with no warning.
Now the rock god who ditched me for fame is blackmailing me into a three-month tour that will wreck everything I’ve worked for.
I know better. Some days, I hate him. But despite our history, his rhythm still calls to me.
I won’t be another conquest. If he thinks I’ll surrender to the same fantasy that ruined me before, he’s wrong. But refusing him could mean losing it all.
Daring Ceri is a steamy enemies-to-lovers rock star romance following two childhood sweethearts and an eight-year-old accidental marriage.
For readers who love forced proximity, second chance love, and the kind of romance that never fades.
Morgana Bevan is a sucker for a rock star romance, particularly if it involves a soul-destroying breakup or strangers waking up in Vegas. She’s a contemporary romance author based in Wales. When Morgana’s not writing steamy celebrity romances with gorgeous British rock stars and movie stars, she’s travelling the world, searching for inspiration.
She enjoys travelling, attending gigs, and trying out the extreme activities she forces on her characters.
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Ehli-nikkalu, eldest daughter of the Hittite emperor, is married to a mere vassal of her father. But despite her status, her foreignness and inability to produce an heir drive a wedge between her and the court that surrounds her. When her secretary is mysteriously murdered while carrying the emperor a message that would indict the loyalty of his vassal, Ehli-nikkalu adopts the dead man’s orphaned children out of a guilty sense of responsibility.
A young cousin she has never met becomes a pretender to the throne and mobilizes roving armies of the poor and dispossessed, which causes the priority of her loyalties to become even more suspect. However, Ehli-nikkalu discovers a terrible secret that could destabilize the present regime if the pretender ever learns of it.
With the help of a kindly scribe, her brave young ward, and an embittered former soldier trapped in debt and self-doubt, Ehli-nikkalu sets out to save the kingdom and prove herself to her father. And along the way, she learns something about love.
N.L. Holmes is the pen name of a professional archaeologist who received her doctorate from Bryn Mawr College. She has excavated in Greece and in Israel and taught ancient history and humanities at the university level for many years. She has always had a passion for books, and in childhood, she and her cousin (also a writer today) used to write stories for fun.
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In the year following her brother’s tragic murder, Public Defender Hannah Patel withdrew into the comfort of family and career. As time passed, the man obsessed with her became a terrifying threat.
A fatal error caused Detective Doyle Murphy to doubt his future in law enforcement, but protecting Hannah presents an opportunity for redemption. Neither expect their forced closeness to create genuine feelings.
As their burgeoning romance grows, it pushes her stalker over the edge.
A city girl, born and bred, Becky writes romantic thrillers set in her hometown of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, or at least has a character or two from the area. She wrote her first book in kindergarten and even then, her style leaned toward suspense. In addition to being a mother and grandmother, she works as a legal professional when she’s not writing, reading, baking, or dancing. And Becky’s proud to tell people she’s making her own dreams come true…one happily ever after at a time.
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Mia Thomas’ close friend Tiffany Santos is celebrating her fifteenth birthday with a traditional Spanish/Mexican quinceanera, but murder also plans on attending. As Gumshoe tries to solve the first murder, the bodies keep piling up. Mia and Gumshoe are dragged into a dark world of treachery and corruption. Can the two sleuths find the culprit or will Tiffany’s special day be ruined?
Ms. Hawks has always been interested in writing in some form or other, including writing for a local newspaper. Deciding to become more knowledgeable, she headed back to school and received her Master’s Degree in Ancient Civilizations, Native American History and United States History.
It was at this time she got involved in role playing on FaceBook, which gave her ample opportunities to grow and hone her writing ability.
She lives in the suburbs of Chicago with her four companions, all males… cats. She travels as much as she can to various Author/Reader conventions and loves to meet established fans and make new ones, some of which she considers friends more than fans.
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When Holly Claus visits a small town in Oregon on one of her normal Cheer-collecting missions, she never imagines that everything she knew about holiday Cheer would be thrown out the sleigh. Holly has always been efficient in her work of traveling around the world, collecting Cheer to power the North Pole and its dream-making operations there. But she’s never been quite as good at collecting it as her father was, and she’ll do anything to figure out why- including blending in in a small town full of Cheer. Ash Hayes is working nonstop to build up his tourism business at The Emerald House in rural Oregon, even going so far as to enter the town in a Hallmark competition for Best Small Town Christmas Faire. Driven by a desire to make the town a desirable destination after his mom ran away from Emerald Hollow as a child, Ash feels like he has the future of the town riding on his shoulders. When Ash and Holly meet, sparks fly, but she isn’t looking for love, and he isn’t looking for someone who leaves. Little do they know, magic may intervene in their carefully laid plans. Holly’s arrival in town sets in motion a change in Holly’s Cheer magic that upends everything at the North Pole. If Holly doesn’t get to the bottom of what’s causing all the Cheer in Emerald Hollow, Christmas itself may be at stake. In this sweet small-town twist on the classic Christmas tale, experience holiday magic like never before.
Join Bella, a ray of pure sunshine and an avid steamy romance reader, while she searches for Mr. Right.
Mr. Wimp is the beginning of her story, as she splits from her husband. After twelve years together, Bella never thought she’d be back in the dating pool. She quickly realizes how much of herself was lost in her relationship with her ex.
The human mating site isn’t so bad, if all you want is some fun to gain your confidence back. Hell, Bella can even act out some of the scenes in the spicy romance books she has read! Online dating is full of amusing plot twists and sexy fun. Bella soon learns that becoming single in your thirties has never been so sexually liberating.
The series will consist of 13 novellas, with 13 different Mr. Right Now’s (that include plenty of grumpy, sexy, witty and alpha men), and will be released monthly.
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It’s summer, and with a new job, a new life, and plenty of time for her music, life couldn’t be better for Logan. She and her daughter, Amy, home from Africa, even rescue an orphaned sea otter pup. They help nurse it back to health at Jasper’s fledgling Sea Otter Center. But more than one person lays claim to the gorgeous stretch of coastal property upon which the center is built. All want it badly—but for very different reasons. Soon, storm clouds begin to swirl around the center, threatening the lives of all who enter. When Logan arrives to start her shift, she makes a tragic discovery. One of her talented young students, also a volunteer, has been coldly murdered. Just steps away, Logan finds another victim, the owner of the center, barely alive. As the most powerful coastal storm in decades grows ever more violent, Logan’s worst fears are confirmed. The center’s Zodiac raft is missing. So are Amy and the baby sea otter. Neither are equipped to survive the storm. Pulling out all the stops, Logan enlists the help of friends in the small town of Jasper she calls home, racing to rescue Amy before the killer or the storm take her daughter from her forever. Only love, trust, and community have any chance of stopping the killer, before more lives, including Logan’s own, are lost.
If you enjoy books by Elly Griffiths, J.A. Jance, Nevada Barr, Louise Penny, Sue Grafton, C.J. Box, James Patterson, or Alexander McCall Smith, you will love fiercely independent and loyal Logan McKenna!
A self-admitted book addict, Valerie was the kid with the flashlight under her pillow, reading long after lights out. A life of travel led to degrees in Anthropology and a pervasive interest in people. She lives on the Oregon coast with her husband, John, and their new puppy, Finn. When not working on her latest book she is probably in the kitchen, cooking up a storm for family and friends.
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She’s as fierce and fearless as they come… Being pulled back in is the absolute last thing that I want, Or need. After all, the demons and horrors of back then nearly destroyed me, Broke me, And killed me. But my friend needs me, She needs out, Away from the trafficking and prostitution, An escape I know all too well. The Devil Handmaidens are always on my side, Supporting me, Trusting me, And protecting me. I just need one more person on my side, The strongest, bravest man I know, The one who shattered my heart, Left me high and dry. Can I rely on Ironside, Or will he break me all over again?
USA Today Bestselling author, D. M. Earl creates authentic and genuine characters while spinning stories that feel so real and relatable that the readers plunge deep within the plot, begging for more. Complete with drama, angst, romance, and passion, the stories jump off the page.
When Earl, an avid reader since childhood, isn’t at her keyboard pouring her heart into her work, you’ll find her in Northwest Indiana snuggling up to her husband, the love of her life, with her seven fur babies nearby. Her other passions include gardening and shockingly cruising around town on the back of her 2004 Harley. She’s a woman of many talents and interests. Earl appreciates each and every reader who has ever given her a chance–and hopes to connect on social media with all of her readers.
No means no, except to the most powerful woman in fashion publishing. Kyle’s been trying to forget her for eleven years. When the famous magazine editor reemerges for round two, Kyle’s forced to confront his painful past—the one he’s kept hidden from his girlfriend, Rebecca.
Complications arise when Rebecca’s blog for women becomes a global sensation in the one magazine Kyle hoped to avoid. With their future at serious risk, the choice is clear.
It’s time to go public with the truth about what happened. But will anyone believe him?
Paulette Stout is the fearless author of fast-paced contemporary women’s fiction tackling social issues often ignored. With Paulette’s books, readers get bingeable prose, relatable characters and compelling stories that keep pages turning.
Raised by a single dad in Manhattan, Paulette is the gold-star wordsmith and owner of her content marketing agency, Media Goddess Inc. Prior to MGI, Paulette led content and design teams at several tech companies, and one educational publisher where her elimination of the Oxford comma caused a near riot.
Her 10 book award recognitions span both of her titles—Love, Only Better and What We Never Say—adding to her three media industry awards, including a MediaWeek All-Star. You can usually find Paulette rearranging words into pleasing patterns while wearing grammar t-shirts. Connect with Paulette on her website at paulettestout.com, on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok @paulettestoutauthor or on Twitter @StoutContent.
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For fans of ACOTAR and The Bridge Kingdom, this romantic fantasy about a noblewoman who falls into a forbidden world and the dangerous outcast who can save her is a page-turning adventure!
Rowan Undervale is nobody’s hero.
With dark magic that’s made him an outcast, Rowan cares for one person and one person only: his brother Phaedron. When a monster from the Worlds Above attacks his brother, Rowan manages to save Phaedron’s life. But when that first monster is followed by a second, this time a woman looking for her prince, Rowan is ready to hand the lady over to the king and be done with monsters forever.
But his brother asks for a favor… so Rowan promises to look after the woman, at least until he can get her back to the Worlds Above. Rowan is certain he’ll be able to find a hole in the barrier between their worlds.
But will he be able to let her go?
Lady Arryn came to the land of monsters to rescue her prince.
It’s what any lady would do for the man she’d been raised to marry. Besides, rescuing the prince might finally be enough to force the king to agree to the marriage her parents have been trying to arrange for her entire life.
But the frozen Lands Below are nothing like Arryn expected. And Rowan, the brilliant and bitter sentry who is now her only hope of finding her prince or returning to the Worlds Above, possesses strange, horrific magic. What’s worse, he treats her far more like an equal than like a lady.
And the most terrifying part is, she’s starting to like him. Snarky and steamy, Heart’s Rescue is an enemies-to-lovers adventure with dual point-of-view (his and hers). The first in a series of connected stand-alone novels, this sweeping tale of love, survival, and discovery ends with a hard-won Happily Ever After and is perfect for readers looking for a sprinkle of spice in their next swoon-worthy, passionate romantasy.
Raised by wolves in the mountains of Colorado, Meredith Hart traveled the world to seek her fortune, fell in love with a half-elf ranger, and now lives in a cabin deep in the Maine woods where she writes steamy fantasy romance with snarky, reluctant heroes and the warrior women who love them.
She also writes mythology-inspired paranormal romance under the pen name Samantha MacLeod, and she has occasionally been known to pen a poem or two. Sometimes they even make it into her books.
Portugal, 1873 A prudish princess on a mission… Princess Isabel de Orleans would do anything for Portugal. When her brother, the king, asks for her help, she agrees to travel to Spain to defuse a diplomatic crisis. A beloved rake as a babysitter… Henrique, Viscount Penafiel, has no roots. He prepares to sail to greener pastures when his best friend blackmails him into accompanying the princess to an aristocratic-filled seaside resort. Passion versus patriotism… With his wit and ever-present grin, Henrique delights in showing how Isabel’s morals are outdated. Isabel abhors philandering but is entranced by the caring man hidden below a devil-may-care attitude. The sister of Henrique’s best friend should be high on a pedestal, safe from his lust. But by demolishing his ideas, she crumbles the height separating them. A Bourbon with ulterior motives… Alfonso is a king sans a throne. When the Bourbon’s meteoric interest in Isabel threatens Portugal’s independence, Henrique has to take drastic measures to save his country and Isabel’s love.
Stories are the very fabric of life. I want to transport readers to exotic settings, where they can find romance and happy endings and hopefully bring some back to their daily lives. Portugal brims with beauty and passion, and I research every tiny detail of my novels, hoping to make the reader treasure my grandparents’ country as I do. I have a loving husband who still is my hero and two amazing kids. When it’s cold and rainy, I run inside to read and watch movies under blankets, sipping wine. You can find me on the beach during summer, surfing with my family.
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She’s an orphaned scullery maid working at the manor house of Lord and Lady Fitzgerald, in love with a boy who can never love her back. More than anything, she wishes for freedom. And in Branka’s world, GOLD is freedom. There’s a reason people should be careful what they wish for.
Cori Cooper lives in the magical Arizona Mountains, which she’s pretty convinced is the setting for all the fairy tales.
Besides writing stories, she adores hanging out with her family, playing board games, hiking and baking, baking, baking. Like Cat’s family, she’s positive Cinnamon Rolls fix everything.
You can connect with Cori on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Goodreads and her website – Coristories.com.
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