It hasn’t been easy. The only bright spot in his recovery is not knowing exactly what happened for the two days he was held. Noah wants to keep it that way.Marcus Stuart has let fear of another broken heart keep him from attaining true happiness. Being dumped by his ex for money and position, Marcus has retreated from society. It’s a defense mechanism to protect not only his heart, but his sanity. The attraction between Marcus and Noah is electric, both wanting the other but afraid to grab their chance at happiness. Of course, Noah isn’t going to let fear have its way. And after a bumpy start, the two settle into a comfortable relationship.But the past has come back to haunt Noah. The man he thought put away for good has escaped. He wants revenge and will have it. No matter whom he has to kill to get it.

    A shy young man who is determined to reach his goals through hard work and dedication . He has no time for relationships. He is much too busy trying to make his dreams come true. He rewards himself daily for his diligence by visiting his school's cafe for his favorite treat. Kian also uses the visit to break from his strict self induced restrictions by admiring the sexy barista who makes his ice cream floats. Hudson is perceived as a bad boy by all who sees him. At first glance, people can't help but to notice his multiple tattoos. The intricate artwork decorates almost every surface of visible skin. Then there are the well worn jeans, the band t-shirts, the leather wrist cuffs, and of course, the leather jacket paired with his signature steel toe boots. Those who don't know him, also had no idea about the sharp intelligence behind the rough exterior. They also don't know about his determination to make a certain shy little cutie his own before someone else can.

    A goth concocts a way to hook up with a jock, and to his horror, the jock wants to do it again.

    They do everything together—work, play, relax, live. Minus the blight that is Wally's wife, and the unhappiness she brings him, their lives are grand.But then Wally files for divorce, and his wife drops a bombshell he never expected, and Antoine realizes that the life he'd always imagine with the best friend he's always secretly loved has been taken away from him a second time.By the Way is a side story to the novel The Missing Butterfly by Megan Derr.

    I've got a great kid, an amicable relationship with my ex, and a job working cattle on one of the largest ranches in Eden, Wyoming. Only problem is that "everyone" has no clue that I'm living a half-life.Because the other half is a closeted gay man who's got it bad for the young ranch hand he works with day in and day out.But the very straight Travis isn't an option. And even if he were, my sexy co-worker isn't exactly committed to commitment.So it's time for a change and since gay guys aren't exactly falling off trees in Eden, I'm going to need a little help...TravisIt was supposed to be a Friday night like any other. Me and my best friend heading into town to find some female company for a few hours. And even though Jackson usually goes home alone, he's still a great wingman.Unfortunately, between my impatience to get the night started and my bad habit of snooping, I've learned two things about Jackson in the space of five minutes that have left me all kinds of confused.Jackson's gay.And he's placed a classified ad to try and hook up with some guy he can't get his mind off after a brief run-in at a hardware store in the city.Now I can't get my mind off Jackson.Don't get me wrong, I like the ladies, but why can't I stop thinking about my good-looking best friend and the faceless stranger he's ready to start something new with? Jackson doesn't need some random guy right now. Not when he has me...Oh hell. Author's Note: Please note that this story was previously published as part of a charity anthology (Heart2Heart: A Charity Anthology, Volume 3) so it was intended to be a certain length. Although it is a complete story with an HEA, if you don’t care for short stories, Jackson and Travis’s tale may not be for you.

    A French Diplomat is murdered during a meeting with British and American delegates.  The prime suspect is British, female and the girlfriend of Kit Aston's friend, 'Spunky' Stevens. But all is not as it seems as Kit and his new manservant, Harry Miller, deal with deception and double deception as Europe faces a new, unknown enemy, intent on dragging it back into the carnage from which it has just escaped.The latest Kit Aston mystery is a gripping historical crime thriller, full of twists, perfect for fans of Agatha Christie with a dash of PG Wodehouse. This is post war Paris, a melting pot for the world's leaders, the new jazz music from America and modern art with a cast of characters including Georges Clemenceau, Arthur Balfour and Marcel Duchamp.From the global-selling author of 'The Affair of the Christmas Card Killer' and 'The Chess Board Murders'.

    Enter the Kid: a lot more fit, a little less clumsy, and quite a sight in that tight red uniform. His mission to deliver Christmas around the world is threatened as he fights the evil Snow Globes, but all is not lost as he escapes traps, finds love (and more love, and more love) with Johnny Longjohns, and stops at a disco on his quest to reclaim his magic sled, the Claus 3000. Hold on tight: this humorous romp may have you spitting your eggnog!

    But we’re safe and warm in here. We’ve got nowhere to go and nothing to do but enjoy each other’s company… Nick:She's come to my mountain--My cabin. Sent here by my sister, Ellie,who just loves to play matchmaker.But this woman is different than all the othersEllie has tried to push my way.One look at Amelia and I knowshe is my forever.Will I be able to make her see that? Amelia:I needed a vacationand my best friend promised meher family's empty mountain cabin.Quiet seclusion is what I need to get back on track,but instead--I'm forced to share the cabin during a blizzard with Nick Wellington,Ellie's brother turned Mountain Man.But I think Ellie knew what she was doingsending me up here to keep Nick company...and now I'm not so sure I'll ever be able to returnto my old life. The way he looks at me says it all.He wants me and nothing will stop himfrom getting what he wants... This short story romance is steamy, sweet, and might make your heart race, so be careful! It's filled with hot love scenes, sweetness, over the top romance, and two people with a deep love connection. It might be a little "cheesy", but that's how I like it! Instalove is lots of fun :).  Sara Hazel is the Queen of curves who brings you several new romance stories a month.--BBW Romance--Steamy / High Heat--Mountain Man Romance

    But ever since his girlfriend had dumped him a week ago, he'd decided to stop lying to himself. So when Jake, the hot and sexy dj from the club Crush started cruising him, Connor knew this was going to be the guy. Jake was going to be his first.

    Then Carlton walks into the bookstore where Jem works. Carlton is dangerously handsome, irresistibly charming and hell-bent on getting Jem into bed. Best of all, he makes Jem feel safe. If Jem can take a risk on this unpredictable stranger, the rewards could be spectacular.5600-word MM erotic romance.

    After a whirlwind engagement, he’s nervous beyond belief when he must meet his mother-in-law. But his fiancé Avery knows just how to release the tension. Check out this deleted scene from Always, currently available on Amazon.

    

    He was the perfect guy: manly, gorgeous and charming. He only had one problem: a long time girlfriend. But that didn’t stop Scott from catching mixed signals from Russell since day one. Could those just be wishful thinking? Things reach a cathartic moment during Russell’s wedding rehearsal. In an episode of foolishness, Scott drinks too much and drops the bomb. It was his last chance to know if his gaydar was right all along. Inspired on a true story, this short is fuelled with heated discussions and physical encounters that will engage readers into a small but enthralling plot. WARNING: This book contains explicit scenes of consensual sex between men as well as some graphic language. It is intended for a mature, adult audience.

     Sneaking into enemy territory behind my Alpha’s back in order to prevent a war she wants, I come face to face with Marsalis, the enemy Alpha, himself. Only, when I’m caught spying Marsalis takes me to a back room and instead of an interrogation, we realize we are actually mates. The only problem is- he doesn’t realize who I am. When he finds out will he accept our bond or use me as a pawn? When he decides to hold me in his territory, I know it is as a way to provoke my Alpha. I know one thing, if my Alpha doesn’t have vengeance, she will use my kidnapping as the excuse she needed to start a long, bloody pack war. Is there any way I can stop it? How can I mate my enemy and stay loyal to my pack? This is a 6K paranormal werewolf/shifter gay short story romance with a hot alpha male and his beta shifter lover. Contains hot shifter sex. First person POV, 1st in the Red Moon Mates series. Please be aware this is a romantic erotic short story. Check the Look Inside for a sneak peek. Download your copy now.

    One man is gay. The other is straight. Yet the moment they met in college they knew they’d be forever linked. After years of friendship, growing pains, and heartaches, they have grown into two men, each looking for their place in the world. And when they head off on a road trip to a family wedding, they are stunned to discover that sometimes you find what you’re looking for when you take an unexpected turn...