Wait, wait, let me start again.... My Boss is an a**hole but mind numbingly gorgeous. That didn't sound right either. Scratch this (note to author – do not put this in the blurb). My name is Morgana Drake, I write a blog. You may have heard of it, The Payne in the Blog (same as the title of this book, clever huh!). No, oh well, you will trust me! I may just be Mr. Henrik Payne’s assistant now, but soon I will be running the company. How do I know? I can feel it in my bones. There is only one problem, my boss. They don’t just call him the Payne for nothing. He’s a jerk and I hate him! Then why do I keep fantasizing about him? Seriously, I think I need help. Anyway, maybe if you read this you can offer some advice to help me with my dilemma. This little novella is a compilation of my blog posts to date.

    And not one of them is looking for a love match. Unfortunately, the women they meet are a little more than they can handle – and in danger at every turn. Find out if Mandy and James can make a relationship work despite a long past. Find out if Grady and Sophie can embrace a future despite obstinate personalities – and warring goals. Find out if Finn can help Emma overcome her haunted past and look forward to a happy ending. This omnibus includes the first three books – Deadly Intentions, Deadly Intuition, Deadly Illusions – in the Hardy Brothers Security romantic suspense series.

    If you have finished Hard Rocked, Deep Rocked and Well Rocked, you've read the whole story in this book.Different Lives, Kindred SpiritsWorking on the European tour with rock sensations Dream Defiled sounds like a dream come true. And for Becca Hall it is - at first. The plus-size beauty dedicates herself to reconnecting to the music business in her blood, and moving away from the pain she left at home. But when a playful flirtation with the band's troubled and seductive bass player, Dex, turns into something more, everything is at risk. Her job, her carefully guarded secret, and her heart.Secret Pleasures, Huge RisksHopes and dreams are no shield from the ugly realities of life. Fame and success can create more problems than they solve. And just as the connection between Dex and Becca deepens, the couple has to face their most dangerous enemy - the darkness that threatens to consume Dex from within, and destroy everything they've both been working for, professionally and personally.Note: This book is the novelization of previously published serial novellas. If you have finished Hard Rocked, Deep Rocked and Well Rocked, you've read the whole story in this book.Bonus Content: Q & A With Dex!Length: 63,000 words

    These fierce, faithful vigilantes are all about wild, passionate nights with the strong, intelligent women they love. This collection includes the first three full-length novels of the series. No cheating, no cliffhangers. Link’d Up: Club president Link’s search for a lawyer brave enough to fight for justice for his (mostly) innocent sergeant at arms leads him to an alluring defense attorney with a bleeding heart and a steel backbone. This isn’t the first time Emily Stafford’s commitment to defending the falsely accused has put her in harm’s way, but this time her heart is in danger. Smart, cautious, and independent, she might be just the queen Link needs. Wreaking Havoc: Julia Edwards is a recovering mean girl who needs a formidable date for her sister’s wedding. Dead Presidents MC sergeant at arms, Havoc, has a heart of gold hidden beneath layers of anger and PTSD. But in this beautiful yet volatile bookstore owner, he finds peace. Can two attempted murderers build a life together? Or will the loose ends from their pasts unravel their future? Trapping Wasp: Wasp, VP of the Dead Presidents MC, rides life like it’s his bike, at full speed with no real destination. But when he sets his sights on an irresistible new bartender with a comical little kid, he’ll have to give up that carefree lifestyle to become the man they need. With Carly’s dangerous past nipping at her heels, can Wasp prove himself to be more than a party boy with a panty-dropping smile and made-for-sin body?

    The five Cooper brothers never knew their lives were so connected to the magic within until one fateful, fiery night. Together in one place for the first time, the first three novels will pull you in and never let you. Charmed Spirits – Book 1 Matt Cooper loved Jordan Cross years ago and then she left him and Holiday, Montana. Now she’s back and his sexy witch will do everything in her power to fight back against a town that pushed her away. Jordan might think she’s ready for everything, but Matt has some secrets of his own. Their past is out to get them and it will take the strength of not only what they had, but also the promise of what is to come to find a way out. Santa’s Executive – Book 2 Take one ex-bad boy and one perky town newcomer and you have the perfect Christmas recipe for a steamy romance. Justin Cooper might think he’s reformed but when he’s called on to pay back the ultimate gift, his old set of skills will come in handy. Rina Brewer’s one job is to make sure Justin does his—only falling for her charge wasn’t in the cards…or was it? Finding Abigail – Book 3 Abigail Clarke has loved Sheriff Tyler Cooper since she was a little girl. Only the town’s top bachelor hasn’t thought of her as anything but the cute town teacher. Right when the stars align and Tyler opens his eyes, an enemy neither one knew they had has his sights on Abigail. Abigail is in danger and Tyler may be the only one to stand up to the threat and save her…or will she save him?

    One night of passion, that’s what we shared before he ghosted me. Like I was nothing. It took some time, but I got over it. Over him. Until it happened again. And again. Now our sizzling encounters has left me with more than a crush. I have something that’s a part of him… Undesired: A Best Friend's Brother Romance I should’ve stayed away from my sister’s best friend. What kind of man screwed around with the girl next door? The kind who found her innocence sexy, her sassy mouth alluring. What kind of man kept coming back when she told him not to? The kind who couldn’t get enough of her throaty laugh and sensual cries. What kind of man didn’t walk away when he wasn’t what she needed? The worst kind. I’m that man. Kissing My Best Friend: A Friends to Lovers Fake Romance Everyone leaves. That’s the hard and fast rule I’ve built my life around. Then my best friend and a stupid fake relationship changed everything.
 Jase. My confidante. My family.
 My fake firefighter boyfriend for the summer. Emphasis on fake.
 Until one little kissing booth ruined everything. Made me see Jase as a man. A gorgeous, funny, kind, and did I mention gorgeous, man?
 But it can’t work because I know how this will end. In a hot mess.

    A Couple by Agreement. A Royal Match by Design. It all started out on the wrong foot... I showed up in her apartment almost n*ked. She tried to kill me with a guitar. But she needed money. And I needed a place to hide. We became roommates on paper. We ended up as lovers in bed. Now, I can’t get enough of her. And I sure as heck am not letting her go. I will make her body submit to my reign. I will claim her heart as my throne. There’s just one huge problem – Jess doesn’t know I’m a prince, a prince whose life and kingdom are currently and seriously in danger. Will she still stay with me when she finds out or will I lose her along with everything I’ve ever had?

     Read the complete Love's Encore Trilogy in this special omnibus edition, which contains all three unabridged books in one convenient bundle. A Road Through Mountains While working back stage at a suburban Connecticut community theater, star-crossed lovers Rorie and Cecily are reunited almost twenty years after their relationship came to an abrupt end. Can they overcome the ghosts of the past to find their happily ever after together? Your Name in Lights The second book of the series finds Rorie and Cecily embarking on a new life in sunny California, but will the pressures of time, distance, and some very persistent paparazzi be too much for them? Fifty Percent Illusion In the final book of the series, Rorie and Cecily are looking forward to a quiet, predictable life when unexpected news changes the course of their future forever. Can the twists and turns of fate lead to a happy ending?

    She is an undercover detective who infiltrated my hotel and casino as an employee to take down my illegal enterprise. What she doesn’t know is I am fully aware of it. The operation I’m orchestrating is monumental compared to anything her mind could envision.It’s the burning desire I feel when she’s near that I didn’t see coming. An unwavering draw to touch her, and the need to break down her walls is testing my restraint; however, nothing can stand in the way of my ultimate goal. She could destroy everything my brothers and I have worked toward to avenge our father’s death. To keep the upper hand, it is vital to know your enemy. How deeply can I go, peeling back her intriguing layers while still concealing the truth? How much of Victoria can I claim before she’s too close … too close for me to let her go?This novel is for a mature audience due to harsh language and descriptive sexual scenes, including aspects of BDSM. It also ends in a cliffhanger.

     Book Three in The Corruption Series. You must read SPIN and RUIN before reading RULE! Theresa and Antonio. They've been through hell. Antonio has a price on his head for turning his back on a marriage deal, and Theresa has no intention of turning her back on him. They're devoted and strong, ready for anything.... A Love Tested To The Limit And then, someone from Antonio's past reappears. Someone who can give him everything he ever wanted, and who can shake them to their very core. #livetogether #dietogether In this stunning conclusion to the USA Today Bestselling series, Antonio and Theresa will have their passion, their devotion and their very will to live tested.

    Moving Forward (Book One) - Jesika & Derek No Going Back (Book Two) - Seth & MalloryIn The End (Prequel to Book One) - Jake's Novella (needs to be read last)

    Make sure you have all night, because once you start you won't want to stop reading. Every book's a winner!" New York Times Bestselling Author Brenda Novak This boxed set includes the first three books in the award-winning LOVE IN BLOOM series. Each book may be read alone, or for more enjoyment, read the entire LOVE IN BLOOM series in series order (Snow Sisters, The Bradens, The Remingtons, Seaside Summers, The Ryders): SISTERS IN LOVE (Snow Sisters, Book 1) SISTERS IN BLOOM (Snow Sisters, Book 2) SISTERS IN WHITE (Snow Sisters, Book 3) PLUS - Sneak Peek: LOVERS AT HEART (The Bradens, Book 1) BOOK SUMMARIES: SISTERS IN LOVE: Danica Snow has always been the smart, practical, and appropriate sister. As a therapist, she prides herself on making reasonable, conservative choices, even if a bit boring, and as part of the Big Sister Program, she has little time for anything more in her life. Blake Carter is a player. He never gets bored of conquering women, and with his sexy good looks and successful lifestyle, he has no trouble finding willing participants. When his friend and business partner dies in a tragic accident, he suddenly, desperately, wants to change his ways. The problem is, he doesn't know how to stop doing what he does best. When Blake walks into Danica's office, the attraction between them is white hot, but Danica isn't the type to give into the heat and risk her career. Danica's desire sets her on a path of self-discovery, where she begins to question every decision she's ever made. Just this once, Danica wants to indulge in the pleasures of life she's been so willingly ignoring, but with her Little Sister in turmoil and her biological sister's promiscuousness weighing heavily on her heart, she isn't sure it's the right time to set her desires free. --- SISTERS IN BLOOM: Kaylie Snow has always been the fun, flirty, pretty sister. Now her burgeoning baby bump, hormone-infused emotions, and faltering singing career are sending her into an unexpected identity crisis. Watching her older sister, Danica, glide through a major career change and a new relationship with the grace of a ballerina, Kaylie's insecurities rise to the forefront--and her relationship with fiancé Chaz Crew is caught in the crossfire. Chaz Crew has everything he's ever wanted: a lovely fiancée, a baby on the way, and soon, the film festival he owns will host its biggest event ever. When he's called away to woo the festival's largest sponsor--and the lover he's never admitted to having--secrets from his past turn his new life upside down. With her baby shower around the corner and her fiancé's big event looming, the pressure is on for Kaylie to pull herself together--and for Chaz to right his wrongs. In a few short weeks, the couple who had it all figured out will learn things about life and love that may change their minds--and their hearts. --- SISTERS IN WHITE: Danica and Kaylie Snow are about to celebrate the biggest day of their lives--their double wedding--on an island in the Bahamas. But no wedding is complete without a little family drama. The two sisters aren't ready to face the father they haven't seen since he divorced their mother and moved away to marry his mistress, and live with Lacy, the half sister they've never met. While Danica has exchanged letters and phone calls with Lacy, Kaylie has fervently tried to pretend she doesn't exist. Lacy is sweet, fun, and nearly a mirror image of Kaylie. To make matters worse, not only is Lacy looking forward to meeting her sisters, but she idolizes them, too.

     By day she is a high-powered hustler with an enviable career, while at night, in her dreams, she plays a deadly assassin. Tormented by the crimes she has witnessed, Zahra doesn’t tell anyone about her nightmares. But, when she meets her new boss, Mr. Jayce Tohmatsu, she soon realizes that they have more in common than just the company they work for, and that her dreams are the storytellers of her long-forgotten past. Unable to resist the magnetic pull between them, Zahra and Jayce embark on an all-consuming and passionate affair–one that is built on love as well as lies. As Zahra’s dreams intensify, she will discover that she is not the only one keeping secrets, that the past is never truly forgotten and that all debts must be paid, one way or another.

    Now she is a travel agent ready to lead an Alaskan Cruise and to her surprise Stone McCoy is on her tour. A long ago phone call shattered her trust and her self-confidence. She never planned to see Stone again. While at college, Stone McCoy woke up, after a fraternity party, to find a girl in his bed. Weeks later she told him she’s pregnant. Calling Winter to break things off was the worst night of his life. Now he’s hoping for a second chance at happiness. The chemistry is electrifying but old issues lead these two on a merry chase. Can they put old hurts aside and begin again? Join Rancher Stone McCoy and Winter James as they try to find happiness from Alaska to Texas and finally on his Montana Ranch.

    But my friends convinced me that bitter tastes better drowned in Bordeaux, so I came to Paris for a single-moon. Then I met him. He's shown me things I’ve never seen before, and I’m not talking about the Louvre. Is it just the seduction of Paris? Or could this be the real thing? YANKED (A Mia and Lucas Novella) I never expected any of this— Getting dumped. Going to Paris alone. Falling for Lucas (he was so not on my list). We’ve done the long-distance-love thing for eight months now, and I’m ready for more. But after I discover what he’s been hiding, will he stay on my list? Or should I cross him off for good? FORKED (Nick and Coco) I have trouble saying no. To shoes, handbags, the dessert tray…you name it. But when I agreed to plan last-minute engagement bash for a spoiled Mafia princess, I had no idea she’d demand that my sexy ex cater it. He’ll agree to work for me, but only if I agree to spend a weekend with him. Did I mention my weakness for a**holes with tattoos? Yeah. I’m totally forked. FLOORED (Erin and Charlie) OK, fine. I’ll confess. While my house was being robbed, I was in the shower indulging my favorite Brad Pitt fantasy (the one with the Troy costume and the handcuffs.) But where is the justice in the world when the first cop on the scene is the former bully next door? How dare that arrogant jerk grow up to be six-foot-three inches of solid muscle with gorgeous blue eyes! I can’t stop thinking about him. Or his handcuffs. Or his dirty mouth. Or the way he still likes to boss me around these days, only with a lot less clothing. (Another confession—I like it now, too.) But we’re totally wrong for each other…aren’t we? Series extras include male POV scenes and an all-new Mia and Lucas short, The Wedding Night!