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Seven Nights


Van Barrett - 2016
    Seven Nights. Months before graduation, Austin Rockwell makes a rare 'mistake' at a party. It's the kind of innocent slip-up that a normal college guy could write off as a curiosity. But for the son of a prominent politician, it's a scandal waiting to blow. Can confused Austin continue on his path like nothing ever happened? Rugged and deep, Cedar Marten is as natural as the lush Minnesota north he calls home. The air's fresh, the fishing's great, and the girls can't get enough of him. So why does he feel like something's missing? Before he jump-starts his career under his father's watchful eye, Austin escapes to a lake resort to get his story straight. Will his burning but conflicted passions ignite when he meets the handsome and easy-going stud, Cedar? Would Cedar even go for a guy …? *** Seven Nights is a 118,000 word stand-alone romance novel with a HEA. Narrated in past tense, dual first-person. No cliffhangers or cheating. Hot and steamy MM scenes are depicted. Contains light MF elements.

Peach Tree Life


Trina Solet - 2018
    He was the troublemaker, the one who escaped to Europe when his family couldn't accept who he was. But now that his older brother is gone, Wyatt is the only one who can take care of his two little nephews, DJ and Riley. Is Wyatt up to the daunting task? No one is sure, not even him. It's a big change in his life, but his nephews need him. After losing their parents, the two little boys are heartbroken. Wyatt doesn't want to uproot them so he moves to the small town of Peach Tree. He doesn't expect small town life to be to his liking until he meets Sam, the young guy who works at the cafe in town. They have an immediate connection, and Sam is the sweetest guy. But Sam is prone to panic attacks and he only just escaped his abusive ex. Sam doesn't plan to get involved with anyone until Wyatt comes along. He thinks a real relationship between them is impossible, but Wyatt isn't so easily discouraged. He's a man who knows what he wants, and he's not afraid to go after it. Sam came into his life on the heels of tragedy and that makes Wyatt treasure him all the more. Just when Wyatt is sure to get his way, trouble finds them. With Wyatt by his side, can Sam finally fight back against his fear, or will it wreck everything he found? Gay Romance

Abstract Love


Sara Dobie Bauer - 2020
    So why do I want to kiss him?Sam never expected to move back to Cleveland.Donovan never expected to be attracted to a man. Well, shit happens.After high school, Sam Shelby moved to New York. Eight years later, he returns to Cleveland and lands a job at the best ad firm in town. It would be the perfect gig, if his boss weren’t such an ass.After his wife leaves, Donovan Cooper questions everything. The arrival of a young, arrogant, gifted graphic designer at Donovan’s firm is the last straw.Tempers flare over office gossip, and following a nasty argument and scathing kiss, Donovan flails away from heterosexuality while Sam struggles to keep his “no relationship” rule intact. Despite ugly socks, fiery fights, and their best intentions to not fall in love, these bullheaded coworkers can’t deny their chemistry. Donovan seeks happiness while Sam seeks success, but is there room for more?ABSTRACT LOVE is a 71,000 word enemies-to-lovers romantic comedy with an age gap.

Frog


Mary Calmes - 2012
    Or at least in San Francisco, where Weber stops to see him one last time before settling down to the humble, lonely life he figures a frog like him has coming. Cyrus Benning is a successful neurosurgeon, so details are never lost on him. He spotted the prince in a broken-down bull rider's clothing from day one. But watching Weber walk out on him keeps getting harder, and he's not sure how much more his heart can take. Now Cyrus has one last chance to prove to Weber that it's not Weber's job that makes him Cyrus's perfect man, it's Weber himself. With the help of his sister's newly broken family, he's ready to show Weber that the home the man's been searching for has always been right there, with him. Cyrus might have laid down an ultimatum once, but now it's turned into a vow-he's never going to let Weber out of his life again.

Louder than Words


Miya Lee - 2016
     Nick Torres is known for two things: his poor taste in women and how he’d do anything for his friends. So when his date is interrupted by a frantic text from his best friend Joel, he doesn’t think twice about rushing to his side. Nick insists it’s not personal, but why when given a choice, would he rather hang with Joel over anyone else? Out of all the challenges Joel’s faced, falling for his best friend shouldn’t be one of them. Joel’s had a mad crush on Nick ever since the second grade, and it’s becoming even harder to ignore now that they’re live-in roommates. Crippled with severe anxiety, the only interactions Joel’s had over the last eleven months include a LGBT forum he’s a part of as well as the bit of time he gets to spend with Nick. So when Nick suggests inviting one of his forum friends over on a date, Joel figures it’s just the distraction he needs from the man he can never have. Nick would do anything to get the old Joel back, but he never expected that in order to do so he’d have to give up his heart. Can he get a handle on his emotions and convince Joel he’s more than just a friend, or will a knee-jerk reaction be enough to end their friendship for good? Louder Than Words is a steamy friends-to-lovers gay romance of approximately 31,000 words, with an HEA and no cliffhangers.

Strange Bedfellows


Cardeno C. - 2015
    During childhood, he fantasized about living in a made-for-television family, and as an adult, he rejected all things politics and built a highly successful career as far from his parents as possible.Newly elected congressman Ford Hollingsworth is Republican royalty. The grandson of a revered governor and son of a respected senator, he was bred to value faith, family, and the goal of seeing a Hollingsworth in the White House.When Trevor and Ford meet, sparks fly and a strong friendship is formed. But can the billionaire son of a Democratic president build a family with the congressman son of a Republican senator? Forget politics, love makes strange bedfellows.Word count: 57,995

Stay Lucky


Halsey Harlow - 2018
    After all Leo left him for a movie star, and who can compete with that? But now, Leo’s back with his adorable, genius daughter in tow, leaving Grant consumed by three important questions: 1) Did Leo come home looking for a fresh start without the movie star? 2) Does he want a do-over with Grant too? 3) Why else would Leo be hanging around Grant’s hospital so much anyway? The attraction between Grant and Leo is undeniable, and soon their affection reignites as well. But will their luck hold out through health scares and family drama so they can find their happy ending at last? * This book is a single dad, opposites attract, second chance, hurt/comfort, medical romance by Smoky Mountain Dreams author Leta Blake, featuring over 60,000 words of an emotional, moving m/m romance with a happy ending you’ll love! *Originally published in 2018 under the same title using the pen-name, Halsey Harlow.

Save the Date


Romeo Alexander - 2018
    So when a young couple is the target of a hate crime and asks for his help, it gets personal. Derrick Marlow and Ethan Reynolds thought their lives would be perfect after moving into their exclusive, gated community. With their wedding only a few weeks away, everything felt too good to be true. And these childhood sweethearts soon learned that it was. When the first brick came through their window, they tried to explain it away as a prank. But now that things have escalated and the police refuse to help, they’ve turned to the one man who may be able to find who is behind the harassment. This seasoned detective will have to discover who is behind these crimes before these lovers walk down the aisle. Save The Date is full of passionate encounters and graphic details that will leave plenty of evidence for readers to uncover. 18+ only please. Get your copy today to learn if there is more to this investigation than meets the eye! A Gay Romance

Be My Best Man


Con Riley - 2017
    At least visiting the Bond Street store where his roommate works lets him practice his English, but as Vanya's vocabulary expands, so does his isolation, especially when he sees happy couples planning their perfect weddings. According to Jason Balfour, weddings are a waste of time and money. After all, he’s been best man for his brother twice already. Saying that a third marriage will end in divorce too leads to an angry ultimatum: to save his relationship with his brother, Jason must meet his fiancée, at last, and make a good first impression. Jason’s need to dress to impress brings him and Vanya together. Language is no barrier to falling in love with the young and fragile Russian, and neither is their age difference. But Vanya’s bruised soul carries secrets that could rip them apart. As the wedding draws near, Vanya must confess, and soon, or risk losing Jason—his own best man in Britain.

Inestimable Blessings


Amanda Young - 2010
    He has a small circle of close friends, a career he loves, and a baby on the way via a surrogate. Mr. Right is nowhere to be found, but Lee isn’t about to let that little tidbit rain on his parade. He’s more than willing to thrust his other needs aside and focus on fulfilling his lifelong dream of being a father.With his love life in the gutter, Lee turns to fantasies of his hunky neighbor, Finn Alexander. His daydreaming is merely a harmless diversion until Finn comes to Lee’s rescue on a dark and stormy night.To Lee’s surprise, the chemistry they shared in his imagination is nothing compared to the real thing. Finn is as hot between the sheets as Lee always envisioned. Better still, they get along famously outside the bedroom. The only things standing in the way of Lee having it all are the bundle of joy due any minute and Finn’s apparent aversion to children.

Attachment Strings


Chris T. Kat - 2013
    Someone has been making threatening phone calls to the mayor’s daughter, vowing to kill her disabled child. Though there have been accidents at the girl’s school—enough to take the threats seriously—the facts are few, and leads are sparse.Needing a breather from the burden of the case, Jeff heads to a bar, where he meets Alex Fisher. Alex isn’t his type, but he’s young and cocky and perfect for a one-night stand. Or two. Soon Jeff starts thinking about how difficult and lonely it is being a cop, and that maybe Alex could fill a void in his life. But Alex has his own obligations: a disabled brother who is the target of threatening letters.Jeff isn’t sure he’s ready to play house or overcome his prejudices, but he begins to think Alex might be worth it. Caught between his growing affection and his inner demons, Jeff struggles to focus on the case and protect Alex and his brother as the danger builds.

Ignite (Set on Fire #1)


Rebecca James - 2021
    And although he knows it's going to be difficult to go back to the real world, he can't help but get a little lost in the act. Funny thing is, before this trip Luca would have sworn he knew everything about his best friend. But before they leave Miami, Michael reveals something that Luca never expected.Tropes: Fake boyfriend, friends-to-lovers, bi-discovery, virgin, tall/short.

Football Sundae


Daryl Banner - 2017
    But the more he tries to ignore the football player's charm, the less he can resist it.Billy's peaceful, hot-fudge-glazed little world is about to be flipped upside-down. Get ready for the "sweetest" romance you've ever tasted.In this "sweet & steamy" love story, you can expect some seriously hot man-on-man action, ice cream, and a whole lotta small town southern sass.Read all the books set in Spruce, Texas!Football SundaeBorn Again SinnerHeteroflexibleWrangledRebel At Spruce High(...and more coming soon!)

One Last Kiss Goodbye


N.J. Nielsen - 2012
    So with one last kiss goodbye, Kayne lied about his feelings for his best friend's brother and let his heart walk away. Six years later, Kayne and Jacen must work together to find out who is trying to destroy their lives--George, a jealous, unstable ex-boyfriend responsible for assaulting Jacen; or Teagan, the woman overcome with seething hatred towards the man who stole her ex-husband's heart?

Bring Me the Horizon


Lucy Hawkins - 2016
    He has his beautiful beachfront home and his career as a thriller writer to keep him satisfied. When it comes to matters of the heart however, he’s locked himself up and thrown away the key. It’s not easy to let anyone in when you’ve experienced great loss, not to mention keeping the strictest of rules when it comes to intimacy. “It doesn’t matter what’s supposed to be right.” All his life, River Davis has felt unwanted. When things inevitably went south between him and his abusive ex-boyfriend, he boarded a train and never looked back. Life in the sleepy New England tourist town of Seabrim was supposed to be a fresh start and a chance to follow his dream of becoming a chef. So when he meets a handsome and seemingly lonely older man, he knows he shouldn’t get involved. But when Elliot knocks River off his skateboard during a thunderstorm, it’s kind of hard not to. “You don’t have to be alone anymore. Not if you’ll let me love you.” Soon they realize it might be more than just an intense physical attraction that draws the unlikely pair to each other. But with Elliot’s constant denial and secretive nature, River can’t seem to break through the older man’s walls. When River’s past comes calling, could it be Elliot who finally decides to let him in? And could it be that despite the years between them, they might just be able to give each other exactly what they need? Bring Me The Horizon is a sweet and steamy May/December gay romance. It is a full-length novel with no cliffhanger and an HEA.