Caring about anyone or anything is asking to be disappointed, which is why I avoid relationships and chase freelance gigs — ghost writing restaurant reviews and penning articles about the efficacy of cheesy pick up lines — instead of chasing my dreams. Besides, dreams don’t come true for people like me. And no one, not even the sexy-as-hell bartender at the club can convince me otherwise. Because I’m never risking my heart again. Sam: As a bartender I’ve watched a million pick-up artists work their magic, but none as talented as Griffin Marian. He’s a flirt, a good time. Hooking up with him was supposed to be just a fling. I wasn’t supposed to care abut his fractured past or his buried dreams. I have my own future to worry about, especially after that stupid food critic scuttled my hopes of finally opening my own restaurant. But, the more time I spend with Griff, the more I’m beginning to realize that my plans mean nothing without him. If only I can convince him to give us a chance to follow our dreams together. Moving Maverick: Maverick: I haven't been back to Rabbit Island, South Carolina, since my parents died and my grandmother, Mimi, rejected me. I'm only returning now to attend her funeral and sell an estate I never wanted. But the moment I step foot on the island and fall into Beau’s arms, I realize it might not be so easy to say goodbye after all. Beau Talmadge was always the boy next door, but now he’s no longer a kid. The man is hot as hell and pushes all my buttons in the very best way. I'm supposed to leave in a week. Sell everything, close the door on my past, and walk away forever. So why am I letting myself fall for someone who lives thousands of miles away? And how the hell am I going to break it off when it's time to go? Beau: It took one short summer to fall in love with Maverick Mitchell and fifteen long years to forget him when he left. I’d never expected to see him again, but when he shows up at Mimi’s funeral looking lost and lonely I can’t resist doing anything I can to comfort him. Falling into bed with Maverick is easy and the nights we spend together are as hot and steamy as a South Carolina thunderstorm. I know it's not smart. I know it's not what he planned. But dammit, Mav belongs in my arms, in my bed, and in my life. So how the hell do I get him to stay? Delivering Dante: AJ: I know Dante’s story better than anyone. After all, I was the one who rescued him from his homophobic, abusive father eight years ago. Since then, I’ve kept my distance, but when I run into him at the Marian House gala and he doesn’t recognize me, I can’t resist the incredible, sensitive man he’s become. I would do anything to protect Dante Marian, but what if his past keeps me from being part of his future? Dante: Every new relationship has obstacles, it just turns out that ours involves my bumbling inexperience (ugh), an octogenarian naughty toy party (don’t ask), and being on the run in an RV with Aunt Tilly (it involves the Secret Service— no really, don’t ask). When my biological father takes his homophobic views to a national platform, the only way to stand up for what I believe in is to claim my past and confront him.

    There's nothing sexier than a bad boy who becomes tame for the woman he loves, and it takes some special women to tame these boys! USA TODAY BESTSELLER Playing Patience Perfecting Patience Finding Faith Convincing Constance Having Hope "Breathtaking, heart-wrenching, and beautiful." ~Prisoners of Print "This was one of the best books I've read this year." ~Ana's Attic Book Blog "The moments of beauty and tenderness interspersed throughout a story of such cruelty, emotional turmoil, and heartache will remain with you for a long time to come." ~Totally Booked Blog

    Kenner is a roller-coaster ride of sinful secrets and sweet seduction. RT Book Reviews raved that “readers who need more of Kenner’s racy, sizzling Stark novels will delight in this new series, set in the same decadent, lavish world.” And now the full series is together in one riveting ebook bundle:   SAY MY NAME ON MY KNEES UNDER MY SKIN Also includes a preview of the first book in J. Kenner’s hotly anticipated new trilogy, Dirtiest Secret!   I never let anyone get too close—but he’s the only man who’s ever made me feel alive.   Meeting Jackson Steele was a shock to my senses. Confident and commanding, he could take charge of any room . . . or any woman. And Jackson wanted me. The mere sight of him took my breath away, and his touch made me break all my rules.     Our bond was immediate, our passion untamed. I wanted to surrender completely to his kiss, but I couldn’t risk his knowing the truth about my past. Yet Jackson carried secrets too, and in our desire we found our escape, pushing our boundaries as far as they could go.   Learning to trust is never easy. In my mind, I knew I should run. But in my heart, I never felt a fire this strong—and it could either save me or scorch me forever.   Praise for J. Kenner’s Stark International Trilogy   “Readers who need more of Kenner’s racy, sizzling Stark novels will delight in this new series, set in the same decadent, lavish world. . . . Kenner has crafted a hero whose compassion is remarkable, and who is strong enough not only to apologize and to change, but to offer her the kind of love she wants and needs, as well. . . . Fans of dark, intense and emotionally scorching romances will surely adore this series opener.”—RT Book Reviews, on Say My Name   “Hot! Running the gamut from fast and wild to slow and tender, the love scenes were intense and wonderfully written. . . . This trilogy is just getting better and better as we learn more about Sylvia’s resiliency and Jackson’s caring side.”—Harlequin Junkie, on On My Knees   “Red-hot and angsty . . . Kenner keeps readers guessing.”—Publishers Weekly, on Under My Skin   “Kenner does a wonderful job of displaying both Jackson’s and Sylvia’s secrets, pains, insecurities and the mechanisms they use when the stress is overwhelming. . . . A great series about determination, strong personalities, perseverance and standing strong under adversity . . . a wonderful read!”—Fresh Fiction, on Under My Skin   The Stark International Trilogy is intended for mature audiences.

    Knocking her up was worse. MORTAR I took her as a prize. One more trophy in my possession. But Kendra was made to be handled, not just looked at. She’s got a body that men would die for. But unless she accepts my offer of protection, she’s gonna be the one dying. Because her abusive ex-fiance is determined to claw her back. Just so he can beat her senseless one more time. Nothing makes me madder than a man laying his hands on a defenseless woman. If this son of a b!tch comes for Kendra, he’s gonna feel my wrath. But I don’t do anything for free. And if she wants to stay safe under my guard, she’ll have to give me something. Something I’ve wanted for a while now. Something only she can provide. Something like… A baby. KENDRA I didn’t have a choice. It was either face another night being beaten by my beast of a fiancé… Or take the biker’s outstretched hand and ride off for God only knows what kind of fate. I took Mortar’s offer. But even then, I had no idea what I was getting into. The bad boy is like no one else I’ve ever met. He’s dark and brooding. Cocky and confident. He puts his hands on me like he owns me… And I don’t do a thing to stop him. But the terms of his protection are steep. I need him in my life… And that means falling to my knees and letting Mortar put his baby inside me. MORTAR is a full-length, standalone, super steamy, bad boy motorcycle club romance novel from bestselling author APRIL LUST. This suspenseful, action-packed MC romance is intended for mature audiences, due to violence, strong language, dark themes and elements, and explicit intimate scenes. The romance between the alpha male bad boy and the fiery woman he can't resist ends with a guaranteed happily ever after (HEA) ending, has absolutely NO CHEATING, and does NOT include a cliffhanger of any kind.

    But what of women who ride? These sexy independent road warriors shirk the conventions of lady-like behavior and live life by their own terms – wild and free. BIKER CHICKS is full of sexy stories about women who ride, whether they be lone wolves or part of a gang. Some of the best authors in MC romance along with some new names and faces to the genre tell us how these strong women find the sexual satisfaction and romance we all long for, for one of the best causes. All proceeds of this anthology go to Bikers Against Child Abuse*, so come take a ride with us. Authors in this Anthology include… Rachel Barnard Bink Cummings MariaLisa deMora A.J. Downey Geri Glenn Sapphire Knight Emma Lee Liberty Parker Eric Plume K. Renee Bibi Rizer and Winter Travers Text copyright © 2016 multiple authors This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, places, events and incidents are either the products of the author’s imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. All rights reserved. *Bikers Against Child Abuse International (B.A.C.A.) is not directly affiliated with this charity-driven anthology and use of their name to indicate funds distribution does not constitute endorsement, recommendation, or guarantee on their behalf for the efforts of these individual authors. No liability of any kind, implied or expressed, is given with respect to B.A.C.A. or their activities.

    

     I stopped believing in love when my enemies murdered my fiancée in cold blood. She died in my arms, and took my heart with her. Ellie has sworn off men forever. Suffering hit after hit from your husband’s fists will do that to a woman. All she has left worth caring about is her innocent baby daughter. We’re perfectly wrong for each other. But that won’t stop me from making her mine. Taking her to bed might be a horrible mistake. There are feelings buried deep inside us that were never meant to see the light of day. But the lust is too strong to be denied. I HAVE to have her. And I won’t rest until it’s done. But the abusive demon that Ellie escaped isn’t giving up that easily. He’s coming to drag her and her baby girl back to their living nightmare. I’ve got just four little words to say to him: Over. My. Dead. Body. COLD is a bad boy, heist motorcycle club romance about a biker haunted by his past and a single mother desperate for protection from her abusive ex. The novel is a full-length standalone, with no cheating, no cliffhanger, and an HEA ending. It contains adult content and is meant for readers 18+. Enjoy!

    These are the stories of Gavin, Brooks, Tank & Red, Goob, Micah and the wild women who win their hearts. There's steam, violence, and twists and turns... get your tissues ready and make sure nobody is looking over your shoulder, because it's going to be a wild ride! This box set includes all six books in the Mountain Misfits MC series, as well as the Prequel Novella. Above and Below Meet the Misfits + Gavin and Sloane's heartbreaking back stories Never Coming Down Gavin & Sloane's adventure continues as she makes the tough choice between a life of misery in the medical field or changing her path to be with her one true love. Highest Sins Brooding bad boy Brooks finally gets his chance to be with his first love Esther, who has spent her whole life trading her body for the safety of the patch. Bound by Steel Everyone's favorite sassy bartender Olive finally gets her turn with two of the hottest men on the mountain. Will their fight for a HEA end in a fight for their lives? Rising Son Recovering addict, neglected by his family and trying to come to terms with his past, Goob finds out he's got a son he never knew about. Will Azalea be just what he needs to go from single dad to a place where he's finally loved for who he is? Twisted Fates Micah left the club years ago, but he's back and looking for answers. Amber wants answers, too, and thinks she can find them swinging from the pole at the Misfit's strip club. How could their fates be so twisted? Ascension Sh*t hits the fan. That's all you need to know about the last installment of this series. 6 Full length books + one novella... what are you waiting for?

    Though the road, for either of them, wasn’t easily traveled, they wound up at this very place in life: together. Life can be spontaneous, chaotic, and downright messy at times, and with three young children, two full-time jobs, and an extended family that still gathers for Sunday dinners, Maddox and Avery are in desperate need of a break. A mini-Christmas getaway is just what the doctor ordered. Whisked away to the tropical island of Antigua, Maddox and Avery set out to soak up the sun and enjoy as much alone time as they can possibly squeeze into their short four-day stay. But what happens when their private mini-getaway turns into anything but private? Will Maddox and Avery remember the trust they found in each other when their perfect trip takes a turn for the worse? *Can be read as a standalone, but would be better to read with the series. **If you've read the series, this novella would fit right after Boss Me, book 5. *Disclaimer: This book contains graphic language and detailed sex and is recommended for those 18 and over.

    Oh, and I give great head. Just sayin'.No man in his right mind would answer that ad.Except thousands did.My name is Greer Karas, and I should never be allowed near another bottle of booze again. Because when I drink, my friend and I do stupid things. Like take a page out of my older brother Creighton's playbook and post something completely asinine on the Internet. Waking up with a giant hangover to find my humiliating personal ad has gone viral is not my finest moment.Cue my look of shock when one of the movie industry's hottest new bad boys, Cavanaugh Westman, comes knocking at my door and drops his pants to prove that he does indeed have a giant c*ck.What he doesn't have is an explanation for why he disappeared from my life without a word three years ago, only to show up on the big screen two years later, killing bad guys in action flicks.Now he wants me again.What do I do now? Dirty Love Greer Karas has been mine since the first day I saw her.I walked away because she deserved better than I could offer, but I always planned to come back and stake my claim when the time was right.But true to form, Greer wasn't willing to wait. She threw down a challenge, and I'm meeting her head-on.I'm not walking away this time because sometimes you have to fight dirty for love.

    I live on the edge—one step ahead of both law and death. There’s no room for f*** ups, no room for errors, and no room for anyone else in my life. Until Eve stole my motorcycle during one of the most important deals of my life. Nobody messes with me and gets away from it. I’m going to take my bike back, and drag Eve along for the ride. And then I’ll tie her down to my bed and teach her a lesson she won’t forget. Because all it takes is a single bite. One drop of venom. And she’ll be MINE. Eve It had started with a stupid dare. I wanted to do something reckless, something bold, something that I’d never been brave enough to do. Stealing that bike seemed to be exactly what I was looking for. I thought I could walk the line, I thought I knew what I was doing. But now I’m in way over my head. Because the Viper is hot on my tail. And when he catches me, there’s no way in hell he’ll let me go. Viper is a full-length, standalone romance novel with steamy hot sex, strong language, an HEA ending and NO CLIFFHANGERS. Contains dark and disturbing themes, and over the top sexiness that may be uncomfortable for some readers.

    I had it all. The house, the job, the husband. Until one day, I didn’t. Now, my ex-husband is back, fighting, and ready to prove to me that we made a mistake. I’m not sure if he’s right, but I know what my heart wants, and it wants him. HarrisonWhy is it that you don’t know the depths of your mistakes until you’ve already made them? I knew signing those papers was a bad idea, but I thought that’s what she wanted. I’m in for the battle of my life. I have a plan, one that will prove to her that, it’s not over.Just Getting Started, book 2:GabbyMy life isn’t exactly going as planned. I’m basically floating up a certain creek without a paddle. Desperately needing a new place to live, I receive an offer I can’t refuse. Unfortunately, it’s from an uber-sexy manwhore that makes me want to punch him in the face and then kiss him.ChaseGabby Connor; there is no request too small in my eyes, including offering her a place to stay. It’s damn hard to keep my hands off of her. I’m pulling out all the stops. I’m tired of being in the friend-zone. It’s time to take what I’ve always wanted.Can’t Fight It, book 3:ColtonFrom the moment she showed up on my doorstep, I knew our lives would never be the same. With each passing day, I see a future I never planned. The only problem is someone wants to take that away from me. I just found her, and no way am I letting her go.HollisColton Callahan wasn’t what I expected and took no time at all for me to fall. Not only for the man but also his son. The problem is my past is not too far behind and slowly catching up. Now, I have a choice to make—run away or stay and fight.

     I just want to do my job: nursing people back to health. So when I find a dying man on the side of the road, my instincts kick in. But I should’ve stayed far, far away. Because as soon as I stop to help, a man shows up. He says his name is Pax, and that I have to come with him to help save this injured soldier. And we have to leave… Right. F**king. Now. It’s hard to say no to a man like Pax. He towers over me, with tattoos inked on his broad chest and rippling biceps. The bulging zipper of his jeans tells me he’s hungry to strip me bare. And the heat between my legs wants him to do exactly that. But right now, time is of the essence. I swore an oath to care for human life. I have no choice but to go along for the ride. We manage to save his MC brother’s life. But now there’s a new life in danger… MINE. The same men who almost killed Peyton’s second-in-command are desperate for more innocent blood. And now, my life is on the line. I fear I’ll never make it home alive. And when everything disintegrates, and I’m taken captive by cold-blooded monsters, my only thought is: I hope I don’t die before I can tell Pax he’s the only man I’ll ever love. PAX is a full-length, standalone, super steamy, bad boy motorcycle club romance novel from bestselling author ZOEY PARKER. This suspenseful, action-packed MC romance is intended for mature audiences, due to violence, strong language, dark themes and elements, and explicit intimate scenes. The romance between the alpha male bad boy and the fiery woman he can't resist ends with a guaranteed happily ever after (HEA) ending, has absolutely NO CHEATING, and does NOT include a cliffhanger of any kind.

    I knew what would happen to him if I let him break the golden rule. But I thought my love would protect him.It hadn't. When our secret was discovered he was beaten.So I shouldn't blame him for leaving me...EntangledWILLAThe moment I saw him, I belonged to Spider Masterson. Now, four years later, I still can't help but want to belong to him. Even after all the pain he has put me through, I couldn't keep my distance.Guardian AngelHAWKThe night I met Gracie Morgan was the night that my life changed forever. I saved her that night, but it feels like she's been the one saving me ever since.ReclaimedJETWith my parole lifted, it was time to reclaim what has always been mine. I've known for months where she was, and impatiently waited for the day I was a free man. What I wasn't expecting was to have to pull out the big guns and blackmail her into coming home with me again.

    Will it be friendship or true love for this former football hero? When Sam Ridge—who's had notoriously bad breaks with women—meets Dellina Hopkins, he thinks his luck is about to change. But this time, will Dellina be the one to run? Even in four-inch heels, high-powered PR woman Taryn Crawford never backs down. Unless, of course, brooding Angel Whittaker can convince her that surrender feels even better than victory…Collected here for the first time, the fifth volume of Fool's Gold romances brings you back to the enchanting California town where passion flourishes. Susan Mallery's Fool's Gold Collection, Volume FiveWhen We MetBefore We KissUntil We Touch