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Getting Theirs by Emily Minton


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Something Sweet


Sam Crescent - 2017
    After having his heart broken, and his dreams crushed, he’d rather focus on his work, and not women. However, his closest friends won’t let him hide. They have a woman for him, and they intend to set him up. Alyssa doesn’t need men. She has her friends, and her cooking, and her work. Children, men, and a future are just dreams she no longer believes she will ever need. The moment they meet, sparks fly. Neither of them had anticipated finding love but now their future looked possible together. Romance is in the air, and even as their friends worry about how fast they are moving, there is no way they’re going to stop. Will Alyssa say yes to his proposal? What will Camden think when he discovers she is pregnant.

Happily Ever After (Timeless Love 2)


K.L. Donn - 2019
    She’s looking to redeem herself, build a better life, and show her family she wasn’t a mistake. Encompassed in a downward spiral, Ashley isn’t sure how to move on from her past mistakes until she meets a man to show her she is worthy.Declan Hart was hired.Chasing convicts was nothing new to Declan. Making sure they served their time and justice was served, he wasn’t surprised an old friend asked him for a favor. Investigate the girl and find out what she’s hiding. Ashley Powers was young, spoiled, and full of life…Or so Declan was told. The girl he finds is broken and filled with self-hatred.Attraction leads to romance, and theirs promised, love. If only Declan can convince Ashley that she too deserves her own Happily Ever After.Newly covered, revised, and freshly edited, From the Ashes has been transformed into HAPPILY EVER AFTER.

Christmas Love


Hazel Gower - 2018
    Her deadbeat ex-husband left her in debt, and she's close to having it all paid back. She just has to stick with working two jobs, leaving her with only a few hours to sleep each night, at least until the new year. She promised herself that she would never let another man in her or her children's life again. When sleep claims Luna, her four-year-old twins leave the house and go over to visit the new neighbor, Derick, who's a detective. She awakes and panics when she can't find her children. When she finds them with Derick, instead of waiting for an explanation she verbally attacks him. With the rash way she spoke to him, Luna didn't think she would ever see him again, so she's shocked when she wakes up in the hospital with Derick sitting vigil. Her cold has gotten the best of her, and the doctor has ordered her to take it easy. That's difficult to do with two lively children, but Derick comes to her rescue. When Derick moved next door to a single mum he never expected to find himself instantly attracted to her. The way he's introduced to her should have been his first clue to stay away from her. He just can't stop thinking about her, and he knows that there's something there between them. On his way home from work one night he pulls over someone who is driving slowly and finds Luna looking very unwell. When she becomes sick and then passes out he takes her to the hospital and decides that he's going to help her. The more time Derick spends with Luna, the more he finds himself falling for her. He even comes to love her children. Derick had given up on ever finding his one, and as his feelings grow for Luna he comes to realize she is his one true love. With Christmas just around the corner can he convince her to give him the chance to prove she's his one, his true love? Bonus: Includes two short Christmas stories: The Douglas Family and The Wolfen Family from Armageddon Mates. Content Warning: contains some sexual content

Fervor


Jordan Silver - 2013
    He heads home to his family's estate to regroup and put his plans in action. But what happens when information comes to light that may prove her innocence? What would the hotshot leading man do to get even with the people who tried to destroy the one thing that means everything to him? This story contains strong adult language.

Secret Protector


Cameron Hart - 2022
    She’s also stuck-up, spoiled, and my new stepsister.As a lawyer, I’m good at reading people. Faye has perfect hair, perfect clothes, and a perfect, cushy little life. Or so I thought.Beneath her well-honed facade, is a woman who longs for acceptance, love, and intimacy. I’ve never been very good at any of those things, but I’m a quick learner.I don’t care if she’s my stepsister. I’d do anything for Faye, my broken little pixie.Faye: Jasper is a jerk. A hot jerk, but a jerk nonetheless. Oh, and he’s my new stepbrother. He sees my designer shoes and pricey handbags and thinks he knows me. Everyone does. They don’t know the real price of living my life.When it all becomes too much for me to take, Jasper is there with a shoulder to cry on. I shouldn’t trust his sweet words and gentle touches. I shouldn’t ache for more.I shouldn’t want my stepbrother, but I’m already in too deep.

His Curvy Witch


Elisa Leigh - 2019
    Hidden Falls is meant to be a safe haven for people like me, though I’ve denied who I am since I left. I have a week to convince my mom to move to Boston, to prove she'd be happier there, just as I am. Who wouldn’t be as the CEO of a thriving company? However, I fear she wants me to have the life she never did. When I meet Ashley, everything I want blurs, her thick curves and sultry voice twisted my previous plan. Her very being is something I’ve hated for years, yet it’s pulling me in tighter and making me want her desperately. I need to make her mine. Can I claim her and leave this world behind for good?

Trust Me (Alpha Men, #7)


Hope Ford - 2019
    It’s what I do. The feeling to possess her, to claim her, overcomes me. I act like she has a choice on whether she gets to leave or not. But she doesn’t. I assume whoever hurt her is probably still out there. And I'm going to make sure she never hurts again. Chloe I’m stronger than I thought. I left my husband if you want to call him that. He hurt me more than anyone ever knew. When I finally getaway, I meet Kolton. I find true happiness in his arms. But can it last? Each book in the series can be read on its own. WARNING: There are references to physical abuse. So this may be a trigger for some. This is a Steamy, Sweet, Short Story Romance! Each one in the series can be read on its own. No Cliffhangers! If you love short romances with insta love, hot love scenes, and a sweet story, then this one is for you.

Resisting His Irish Spitfire


Kasey Belle - 2018
     Dakota Stone knew his PTSD and irreparably damaged body made him unworthy and condemned him to a mateless future. Resigned to his fate, Koda abandoned his pack choosing isolation over pity. Though not content, he’d mostly adapted to his new life. Then, Ella Quinn invaded Sanctuary turning his world upside down. The Irish spitfire was everything Koda wanted, but couldn’t have. He had to get rid of her. Veterinarian Ella Quinn devoted her career to rehabilitating the injured, aggressive, and displaced. She never imagined her life’s calling would apply to the man who despised her on sight. Dakoda Stone’s wounded soul called to her. Despite his antagonistic attitude, she found herself falling for him. Ella had to decide if fighting for Koda was worth the heartache she’d suffer if she lost the battle. Wolf was fed up with Koda’s obstinance and decided it was time the beast became the master. When the opportunity arose, Wolf seized it, determined to make Ella theirs. Unfortunately, the outcome he envisioned didn’t happen. Now, they may have lost her forever unless they found a way to gain Ella’s forgiveness. Or was it too little, too late?

Fox


Tory Baker - 2021
    He’s single, owns his own business and is a self-proposed beach-bumHis goals consist of enjoying life. That all changes when a blonde with gorgeous blue eyes rents the beach house next door. Melanie came to Kelson Beach to breathe and get away from it all. She’d had more than her fair share of life kicking her when she was down. When she meets Fox, she knows right away he’s not for her. He’s cocky and over six feet of real trouble. She’s not about to give the silver-tongued devil the time of day. That is until fate intervenes. Sometimes love can be as magical as a wish on a shooting star. Dear Reader, I’m bringing you a brand-new series that will have you ready for summer to find your own hot-bodied beach bum to show you his… volleyballs. So, grab a cool drink and prepare to play in the sand. Remember each story is a standalone romance, full of steamy heat, and contains a sweet happily ever after.

Say Yes


Elle Christensen - 2016
    With her business booming, she moves into a duplex nearby. Supposedly, the owner lives next door, but the mysterious man keeps odd hours and is often away, leaving her no opportunity to get to know him. Pilot, Colton Black, is trying to accept his life outside of the Air Force after an injury forced him into retirement. Despite keeping himself in the air by running a private charter company, he feels lost. Until the night he spies Lindsay in a black dress, carrying a tray of cupcakes. Suddenly, he has a very clear purpose, sex and sweets. Lindsay is uncomfortable starting a relationship with her landlord, but Colton is more than determined to convince her to take a chance on him. Unfortunately, someone else is laying claim to her, someone in the shadows, waiting for the right moment to tear Colton and Lindsay apart.

Torch


LeAnn Ashers - 2016
    Three guys tried to kidnap me. One man saved me. I was beyond scared. Being blind, I was already terrified of my every move, the unknown frightening. His name is Torch. Once he decided I was his, he didn't let me go. Torch became everything to me: my protector, my safe haven, my husband, lover, and most of all, the father to my babies. He made me see that I didn't have to be afraid of my every step, because he would always be there to catch me before I fell. Torch is the Vice President of the Devils Souls MC. The men are violent and scary, but I learned to trust them, because above everything else, their women are protected. They became my family. My only family.

Holiday Trap (A forever Safe Christmas #21)


May Gordon - 2019
    Her boss, however, has a different idea. Billionaire Gabriel Eve has a life most would envy, but he’s lonely. That changes when he sees his soulmate, and he’ll stop at nothing to prove it to her. If that means setting a holiday trap to make it happen, then so be it. He’s won a gold medal as a snowboarder, yet capturing her heart will be his greatest victory. This is the 21st book in the A Forever Safe Christmas series. Warning: Sweet, sexy and safe read! Happily ever after guaranteed! This author writes what she likes to read. That means there will be instalove, OTT Heroes, and, brace yourselves, virgin characters at times. If none of those float your boat, you might want to find another book. If they do, you're in the right place.

Poppy


M.A. Horst - 2017
    His father wants grandchildren to secure the future of Royal Industries, and he wants them now. Forced to choose from a specific list of women that’s been promised to the Royal family, Storm holds a masked ball and invites the six women. Poppy has lived a sheltered life. She has been homeschooled by her overprotective mother. Attending the masked ball is an exciting experience for her until she lands in the arms of Storm Royal. Electricity crackles around them. Poppy’s delicate new love is shattered when she finds out why Storm really wants to marry her. She’s only a means to an end, another piece of property. Can Storm win Poppy’s trust while trying to keep his fiery desire for her under control?This is one force of nature Poppy didn’t see coming.***Warning*** This is an over the top, insta-love, hot as hell fairytale with a twist of kinkiness. Each book in The Force of Nature series is standalone & about a different couple.*This is Book One*

Avalanche


Dakota Rebel - 2019
    We were both competing in the International Winter Games, but since I was just a kid, I never even tried to talk to him. But this year…he sought me out. Now I’m falling in love with a legend, but I don’t know if he’s just looking for a short-term fling, or if he really wants more. All I know for sure is that if he asked, I’d be his forever. James: The teenage girl that had taken up far too many of my thoughts is all grown up and sexy as hell. When I saw her standing across the room, it was as if a tractor beam was drawing me to her, and I was helpless to resist. I don’t have long to convince her that she’s mine, but I’ll be damned if I ever let her go.

His Hot Tamale: Trick or Treat Collaboration (Kappa Sweets #2)


Mayra Statham - 2019
    Ugly Duckling. Catalina Navarro’s heard it all. But it cut the deepest when it came from the lips of the one guy at U of D she thought finally saw her for her. Demi-god on the soccer field. Good time frat guy. But Jonah Scott is more than that. He is observant and smart. When the girl no one notices makes him laugh, he sees more than he thought possible. But when Jonah puts his foot in his mouth, does he ruin his chances with his hot tamale? Or will he be able to charm his way into Catalina’s heart? Temps might be dropping this fall but things are starting to heat up with the girls at Kappa Sweets!