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romance
short-story
contemporary
instalove

Jaxon


Erin Havoc - 2020
    Always been a loner and I like it.Things turn upside down when I meet Roxie.She’s smart, quick-mouthed and her curves make my mouth water.Maybe I can make her stay.All I have to do is convince her we are for real.Mountain Men of Edgewood Valley is a new contemporary romance series by Erin Havoc. Each book can be read individually. If you’re into over-the-top romance, protective men, sweet and steamy scenes, this one is for you! Reader’s discretion advised.

Forever Devotion


Samantha Rose - 2019
     That is, until she finds herself face to face with him. She never expected to see David again, but it seems luck is on her side. Sparks fly as Jamie and David reconnect, and their love for one another begins to bloom. How can she say no to the one person she loves, when he gives her everything she has ever dreamed of?

Be My Burly Bartender


Barbra Campbell - 2021
    Turning the profits into a charity fundraiser calendar was the way I consoled myself that I was more than eye candy.Then Alena walked in the door and her curves were the only ones I wanted tucked against my body ever again. Could I convince her I wasn't an arrogant jerk who wanted nothing more than to feed my ego?And even if I could, would she be able to convince her boss that my reputation was nothing more than a marketing gimmick?If Alena had to choose between me and the upstanding role-model pretense her boss expected, I feared she'd break my heart.Without nearly enough time, I was determined to show Alena that if she trusted me with her heart, I'd prove myself worthy to be her Burly Valentine.

This Pudge Won't Budge: A Bite-sized BBW Romance


Penn Rivers - 2021
    Curvy, quiet Shay Parson won’t give me the time of day, even though I’ve been working with her for weeks. I’ve never met a babe who can resist my charms, but that’s not why I want her so bad.There’s something about this dark-haired beauty that makes me want to push her. Test her. Bring her out of her comfort zone, and into my bed where I can show her the only pounds that matter are the ones I give her with my hips. She doesn’t know it, but…I wanna nudge that pudge.When I get a peek into her big heart, I realize Shay could be the one I’ve been waiting for. The one I want to spend forever with. Now, I just need to make her see me for who I really am. Not the flirty, care-for-nothing, meathead she thinks me to be.But I got a plan. It will take a little pizza, lots of listening, and a match-making grandma to help me convince my curvy cutie that I’m her happily-ever-after.

Panther Defender


Ruby Shae - 2018
    Taking control of a pride filled with hate and fear hasn’t been easy, especially when those still loyal to his father try to cause problems, but he and his brothers are determined to live in peace. With so much going on in his life, dating is the last thing on his mind…until he sits down in an empty diner and comes face-to-face with his mate. Curvy girl, Ivy Morgan, doesn’t need to work for her father, but when her ex walked out six months ago, he left more than harsh words in his wake, and she’s been living as a shell of her former self ever since. When she sees Xander for the first time, something inside her shifts, and for the first time in months, she realizes she’s tired of hiding. At first, Ivy is determined to refuse Xander’s proposal. She might be ready to start thinking about her dreams again, but that doesn’t mean she’s ready to start dating the sexy stranger in her dad’s eatery. Except she really is. Unfortunately, trouble always finds Xander, and secrets must be revealed in order to protect—and defend—his mate.

Her Innocent CEO


Flora Ferrari - 2020
    Felt the things she does to me, imagined the things I’d do to her.But today’s the day. I’ve made up my mind.I have to tell her, I have to make her mine.Slight problem.My building’s being swarmed by the feds. I know it’s a setup, I’ve seen this coming for weeks, my own firm partner finally driving in the last nail as he tries to overthrow me.Do I stand and fight for my innocence, or do I go to her, staking my claim over hers?JASMINEMaddox Mapleton. I could sit and stare at him all day… in fact, I pretty much do.He’s my screen saver, his portrait’s in the foyer. He’s on the news, a lot…And he’s always on my mind.I’ll probably never even meet him, let alone fulfill my older guy, younger curvy gal fantasy, but who cares?It’s not work if I’m getting paid for it and I get to feel his eyes on me all day.I wonder what would happen, just say… if something happened so that our paths crossed.If he came down from the top floor… all the way down here to floor fifteen…Right here to my desk. In the flesh.*Her Innocent CEO is an insta-everything OTT, crazy standalone instalove romance with a HEA, no cheating, and no cliffhanger.

Dragon's Curvy Assistant


Annabelle Winters - 2020
    . . OMG ARE YOU GUYS READY?!Male dragon shifters are on the hunt again . . .On the hunt for survival.On the hunt for their fated mates.They search far and wide . . .High and low . . .Here and there and everywhere.But sometimes their mates are right in front of them.Clear like sunlight.Curvy like the full moon.Is it really as easy as that?Um, no.Not with these women!But dragons never stop, never give up, never let go.Not until they lock things down . . .Through eternity and beyond.Always and forever.After all, that's what fate means, right?This novella series is gonna go places you don't even wanna think about.Oh, wait, you totally do . . . ;)Drama and madness. Twists and turns. Up and downs, wings and scales, action and adventure.Sweetness with a touch of darkness.No cheating. No cliffhangers. And your happy ending, always and forever.This is dragon-love, Annabelle Winters style.

Extra Hot


Ally Crew - 2020
    Not my finest hour.Mr. Blue Eyes seems to take my personal space-invasion in stride. He even winks at me as I scuttle from the coffee shop for the safety of my office.It turns out he's a new employee and I have to show him around as part of my job.If I don't die of embarassment first, I'm might just accept his offer of a date.I'm cautious, for good reasons. With sincerity, he breaks down my walls.But the truth is he might be too hot for this virgin to handle.BrodyI got a whole serving of sweet-sexy goodness on what was meant to be a simple Monday morning coffee run.The intense lap clean-up was unexpected as well. And not at all unpleasant.When I find out that she's an employee at the new company I just bought--and I'm going in secret-boss-style to see who is worth keeping and who isn't--I soon see that the amazing Callie is worth keeping, forever.Her sweetness makes my teeth hurt, and my body ache, I want this woman and I will stop at nothing to have her.It's about to get extra hot in here.

Undeniable Curves


Julie Scarlet - 2020
    She’s the receptionist at the hotel I stay in.She is curvy, talented, and drop-dead gorgeous.A single look at her, and I’m madly in love.Everything between us is perfect, or so I thought……until my ex-girlfriend walks back into my life.

Christmas with the Guy Next Door


Jessa Joy - 2020
    But the last thing I expected was a woman like Hollee to move in next door.She’s curvy, gorgeous and I can’t resist her.I’ll deliver her Christmas tree and warm her up by the fire.But am I willing to drop my defences for this special present?She’ll have to take my wrapping off to find out.HolleeI love Christmas, with extra sprinkles on top.But my holiday plans are a mess.Then I literally slide into the guy next door at the coffee shop.Tannen’s a grande cup of tall, dark and extra, extra hot.Even better, he cuts down trees for a living. His trees may be super-sized, but he’s even bigger.Can my sexy next door neighbour give me a holiday miracle?Steamy, sweet, upbeat insta-love short romance with a blue collar man and younger curvy woman. No cheating and a cute-as-candy canes HEA.

Where I Belong (Alpha Men, #5)


Hope Ford - 2019
    He is in my brother’s army unit and twelve years older than me. Although I dreamed about him all the time, I never imagined that we would ever meet… and he would live up to my fantasy. Rich My army brother asked me to check in on his sister. I told him I would and then he gave me her picture. I fell for her just by looking at her, and I knew the minute I saw her, I was where I belong. Note: This is a steamy, sweet, SHORT romance. It has a HEA with alpha male and a plus-size woman that makes him hers! If you love short romances with insta love, hot love scenes, and a sweet story, then this one is for you.

Cupcakes & the Cowboy


Scarlett Woods - 2021
    Come find out how hot and sweet the nights can get today!CheyenneI pride myself on being a hard worker and I never let myself get distracted from my dreams. My next goal is to own and operate a bakery. But first I need to pay off my student debt.In the meantime, I’m one step closer to my dreams when a local restaurant hires me as a seasonal temporary pastry chef.When my best friend’s older brother visits me at work, I give him a tasty treat.Jordan is sexy, smooth, and works hard on me.But can I let him veer me toward love over my career?JordanAfter years of busy life in the city, I lost who I am and I’m done with the chaos. I couldn’t be happier to move back to my small hometown and take a job as a ranch foreman. But most of my old friends moved away and the holidays are a little lonelier than I imagined.Luckily, everyone at work is extremely welcoming and I’m sure I’ll find friends fast.When my sister’s best friend stands behind the counter, I’m sweet on her.Cheyenne is kind, curvy, and I want to butter her bread.But can I prove to her she’s the one and not just the next one?

All Mine


Mandy Morgan - 2019
     Becca I'd given up on men and their perversions. All I wanted to do was get away and start fresh. Until I met a handsome mountain of a man. Ryan offers to help me and I don't really have any other choice. But will he be different from other men and give me a reason to trust again? Ryan I wanted her from the moment I first saw those delicious curves and big brown eyes. Now, all I have to do is convince Becca to let me help by showing her I'm a good guy. And that she's all mine from here on out... Love a short romance that's packed with sweet heat? Sit back, relax, and get ready for a quick fix of Happily Ever After between a plus-sized heroine and a sexy Alpha hero that will do anything to claim her as his own...

Necessary Roughness (Curves For the Boys #3)


Jenna Rose - 2020
    I know that’s why she doesn’t like me.I know that’s why she wants to hurry up and get the story; get in and get out. …well, at least we’re on the same page with that…But I have no intention of letting Natalie go. If she wants the scoop on me, she’s going to have to play the game – my game. Now all I have to do is prove to her I’m more than just my reputation.Now I have to win the most important game of my life – the game to win her heart. And this might call for some necessary roughness.

Corrupting


Liz Fox - 2020
    Librarian's Note: This is an alternate cover edition of ASIN B08DMF6X7LLaylaI’ve finally built a life I’m proud of.It’s unconventional, it’s eclectic, and it’s the complete opposite of what my parents demanded of me.When I meet Dwight, I can see the hidden passion under the stuffy polo shirt.He’s sexy, smart, and he makes me want to get him dirty.I always did like a guy with glasses.But can we be happy together when we’re so very different?DwightMy life is strict and structured, just the way I like it.As a successful software engineer, I’ve always found that boring is better than chaos.At least until I meet Layla.She’s curvy, creative, and makes me want to reboot my harddrive.Can I convince her that I love her and I don't want her to change?