But I’m not most girls. Marisa’s driving back from a party with a friend when they’re pulled over. The sweet female’s in big trouble because if she gets a ticket, then her parents are taking away her privileges and she’ll be stuck at home while everyone else goes off to college. Officer Liam Davies is a ten-year veteran of the force. And when he sees Marisa’s car weaving on the road one night, the sirens come on because it's his job to keep the community safe … even if it means cuffing the curvy brunette! Hey Readers – Our sassy heroine meets her match in this steamy novella. As always, there’s a guaranteed HEA with an engagement and a baby on the way :) Bonus books included. Enjoy! xoxo, Cassie and Kendall

    Freaking black ice.Waking up in a hospital room is a shock. Either I survived the crash, or this is hell. My head is pounding while pain slices through every inch of my body. You could say I’m a little grumpy from the ordeal I’ve endured. After kicking every incompetent twit out of my hospital room, I’m shocked when the perfect, curvy angel walks in. Forgetting about the pain is easy as I stare into her stunning eyes.As the newest nurse on the Trauma floor, I’ve been assigned to care for the problem patient. Lucky me. Nothing makes Mr. Grumpy Pants happy. Unfortunately, healing his body won’t do anything for his nasty temperament. Too bad, my silly heart doesn’t seem to care that the wealthy, handsome businessman is such a jerk. I might be falling for Mr. All Wrong.What happens when the adorable nurse gets stuck with the world’s grumpiest patient? Her kisses warm his cold heart and turn him into Mr. So Right.This over-the-top quick read is just what you're looking for if you like sweet, clean, insta-love romance with a little bit of humor.

     The Butcher has watched her from a distance, but he’s a man with needs and won’t deny himself any longer. Warning: We’ve teamed up with Jessa Kane again to bring you filthy, over-the-top hotness. It’s ridiculously fun, so don’t be shy! Grab your marshmallows and join us for this dirty treat!

    He was a marine and now he is a widow who keeps the town safe with his security business--and his heart safe by locking out any chance of romance.Hanna Potter scares him good, though. From the day he meets her, he is afraid of what she makes him feel. Afraid of the wicked things she makes him want. And terrified his broken heart will scare her away.This October, twenty-four of your favorite contemporary romance authors are bringing you a month filled with sexy-spooky Halloween steam. Get ready for over-the-top love stories sure to set your spine — and other parts *wink* — tingling. Brew some cider, grab your favorite blanket, and snuggle up with these hot shorts. The Halloween Steam series is sure keep you warm and cozy all autumn long.

    He wanted to own me. I just wanted to be his. JACKSON I wanted Megan from the moment I first saw her, and nothing would keep me from her. I could have been called a bastard for knowing her father would fail in paying me for a mutual business agreement, for knowing I would take Megan as payment. But she was mine and in my world, when I wanted something, I took it. And I wanted her. She was bought and paid for, collateral damage when her father failed to uphold his end of the deal. They all think it’s only for a week. They’re wrong. I’m keeping her. MEGAN My father couldn't fulfill a debt to Jackson King, but Jackson didn't seem to mind, not when he got me as his payment. Having been attracted to the brutal businessman for years, I couldn't help but feel arousal and trepidation at what he had planned. He wanted me for a week, to do with as he pleased. He wanted my virginity. But I knew this was more than just repaying a debt. This was about Jackson wanting to own me, not just my body, but every part of who I was. And the depraved part about it all was the fact that I wanted to give everything to him. I wanted to be his. WARNING: This is a fast and hard ride, featuring an over-the-top Alpha who fights dirty and plays dirtier. It’s a safe read, but it’s short, filthy and so hot you might need a nice, big, long, cool… drink to get you through to the happy ending.

    Right up until the day he noticed that his neighbor’s daughter had become the beautiful woman who was meant to be his. Since then, he waited not-so patiently for her to turn eighteen. He bided his time by watching over her. When he realized that all she wanted was a baby of her own, he was ready to give her more than just his love. He’d give her everything.

    And yet, men my own age seem to constantly disappoint, mistreat, and even get me into trouble with the law. My family has helped me before, but I’m determined to stand on my own two feet this time. I’m getting a second job and I’m going to dig myself out of my worries, no matter what it takes. My new boss, however, has other plans. He doesn’t understand that my problems are none of his business, and I don’t understand his motives. He’s going to have to convince me there’s more to him than just a guy with impressive moves in the kitchen.LeoLife has been good to me so far. My successful pizzeria is the talk of the town and I have everything a man could need or want. What I don’t have is a good enough reason to show up single to the family reunion. Again. Finding true love is not all that easy when all I do is work. Turns out, I don’t need to try to find it, because when Diana walks into my restaurant looking for a second job, I’ve found my missing piece. Everything about us makes sense, and I’m determined to show her I’m more than just the guy holding the dough; I’m going to be there for her, through thick and thin.

     Broke down on the side of the road in the middle of the Arizona desert, I’ve got my father’s political campaign hounding me, a nasty rumor on my heels, and if that weren’t enough, the mob is after me too. But that’s when I run smack into Rowan O’Neil. He’s everything I’m not, and everything I’ve been kept from in my manicured, upper-crust life—inked, rough, foul-mouthed, and insanely hot. Grungy mechanic, meet spoiled brat. He’s rough and hardened, I’m soft and pampered. He’s blue collar, I’m white gloves. But pretty soon, my unlikely hero turns out to be the most unlikely but undeniable attraction I’ve ever felt. He throws everything I know into disarray, and puts thoughts into my head I’ve never had. He makes me want to give in and give him everything. He makes me want to scream for more. Cooped up in the hot desert heat all alone with the roughest, most captivating, gorgeous, and demanding man I’ve ever met? What could possibly go wrong? Like I said: I’m in big trouble… Her Rough Mechanic is a novella length standalone contemporary romance. For fans of insta-love and obsessed heroes. No cliffhanger and a perfect happy ever after.

    He will be her daddy.When he catches Shasta Ludlow in a bad part of town looking for castoff treasures for her art, police chief Gideon Trace immediately recognizes two things about the beautiful, feisty human.She is his mate, and she needs a daddy.Though Gideon manages to hold back the savage, primal need demanding that he mark and mount her right then and there, he makes it clear that Shasta will obey him from now on, and when her reckless behavior continues to put her in danger he spanks her bare bottom soundly.But an alpha shifter's instincts can't be held in check forever, and Gideon knows that soon it will be time to take what is his, claiming Shasta first in his bed and then in front of his entire pack.Publisher's Note: Wolf Daddy includes spankings and sexual scenes. If such material offends you, please don't buy this book.

    Now he's returned home a hero, eager to match a face to the words, never expecting to be attracted to the girl. Ferociously. Urgently. Dangerously. Lula is off-limits, but for the first time in Vale's life, he is breaking protocol and following the orders of his heart, no matter the consequences.

    ETHAN LOVELOCKWhen I inherit a rundown lakeside hotel from my grandad, I know my savings from soldiering won’t go far. I’m determined to build a new life by the lake and heal.The good news is, I have an investor, my best friend Baxter Burns. The bad news is, he wants me to hire his baby sister. Baxter says she’s off limits, but one look at Lexi and I know I can’t keep my hands to myself.She soothes my war battered soul and I’ll give up everything to make her mine.LEXI BURNSMy big brother wants to help my career, so he sends me to the country to help his friend restore a hotel. One look at Ethan and I know I can’t do what my brother wants.Living and working at Eden Lake with the hot as sin ex-Army Ranger will only lead to one thing. Hot Water!Safe, sweet, extra steamy instalove short romance with a guaranteed HEA. It's summer, which means sunshine, sand and awkward tan lines.What our heroes aren't expecting? Love.Sometimes hot days turn into steamier nights as these men find love by the lake... Brought to you by nine of your favorite instalove authors, this series is the summer romance you've been waiting for.

    When I was discharged and he reenlisted, I promised him I would do anything I could to keep his baby sister safe.Taking a job on the police force in the town where she lives seems like the perfect way to keep my promise. But when I arrive in Cherry Falls, I realize protecting Selina is going to be much harder than I thought.First off, she is on a crazy quest to earn enough money to pay off her father’s medical bills. Even worse, I can’t keep my mind off her sassy, snarky mouth. Not to mention her curvy body.I am determined to protect her and to keep my distance. Except then she heads to Syn City to double her money at the blackjack tables. And the next morning, we wake up married ...Cherry Falls is filled with returning characters and iconic destinations that will begin to feel like family. When you leave the city, and drive into Cherry Falls, it’s like you’ve finally come home. The cherry on top? Each book delivers a swoon-worthy, sexy romance! So welcome to Cherry Falls, we hope you stay awhile!

    I call it clever research.It gets me what I want and when I want it.When I get bored, I move on.My system works like a charm…Until a little ray of SUNSHINE shows up.***Dating is nonexistent for me.I’m quirky, silly, and inexperienced.This means my romantic life is certainly lacking.I don’t date because no one’s interested.Some say I’m an independent woman who doesn’t need a man.But I know I’m on the fast track to becoming a lonely cat lady.How many cats are too many cats anyway?My boring world stays that way…Until my future stepmother’s STALKER shows up.

    From the clown school fiasco to the near torching of her sister’s restaurant, Luna’s work history has been a string of bad luck. She’s back on her feet with a new private investigator job which only requires her to look up credit reports and take the occasional photo. What could possibly go wrong? Answer: Falling for the man you’re hired to investigate. Maddox Castile knows he’s being stalked but after he gets a good look at the spy, he’s thrilled. He opens his curtains, takes long strolls for lunch, and makes sure that his new friend doesn’t get arrested for following him around. The real problem is that she’s not making any moves. What will it take? Answer: Doing a little stalking of his own. Luna may have thought she was the hunter, but in the end, she’s the one captured.

    Six brutal tales of reluctant surrender.I never thought he’d be the one to hunt me down like prey.Twice my age and ten times as ruthless, he’s the kind of man you don’t resist.He scares me, but I’m honestly not sure what frightens me more—His merciless need to take me, break me, and make me beg.Or my secret longing to be taken without mercy.