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Holiday Hijinx


Shara Azod - 2016
    Her partners and best friends were determined to make this year's office Christmas party the best one ever. So leaving the two to do their worst, which could be extremely bad, she set out to give the presentation of a lifetime to Ty Lafitte, the most sought after investor in all of Silicon Valley.  Who knew a man worth billions could strip like he was a pro? Who knew a lap dance could lead to forever?   Excerpt: “Dude! You are late! Your costumes were delivered like an hour ago. Come on you can get ready on my office.” Ty wasn't exactly sure what the hell was happening. There hadn’t been time to step off the elevator before a tiny termagant of a human was pulling him along then pushing him into an otherwise empty office, shoving a gym bag in his hands. “Hurry up!” the little woman hissed at him, actually stomping her foot. “Dana will be here in five minutes, the one I sent you a picture of. You remember what she looks like right?” Not giving him time to answer she launched into instructions. “It doesn't matter, she will be the only one seated, I will be standing right behind her. I’m Kimmi by the way, the one who hired you. Just make sure you give her one hell of a show before working the room. We’ve already paid you double so that shouldn’t be a problem, right? I mean, you are bound to get a lot of tips out there. Oh and you are bi right? The guys that are into this kind of thing - you know- you shaking it all over them or whatever, will be up front. Leave the dudes hanging back alone. Are we clear? Good! Now hurry up and get those buns out there. As soon as I see you enter I will start the music.” There was no time to tell the diminutive general who he really was. As soon as she finished talking she was gone, closing the door with authority despite doing so quietly. Yep, he was definitely investing in this company. Hell, he was prepared to give them twice the capital they were asking for. What he couldn’t figure out was whether he was going to march out of the office he was currently standing in the middle of like he had lost every available brain cell in his head, or have a little fun and go out there and play the role. There was a reason Ty kept a very low profile despite his unprecedented success in business. Truthfully, he just didn't want to be bothered with questions and have an exposé done on his background, the Louisiana swamp he crawled out of, or the fact he put himself through college by stripping. This situation would be funny if it was so eerie. It just so happened he could go out there, shake it like they had never seen before, then surprise the three partners with his identity. It would be a great prank. But as Ty began hastily disrobing, he knew the real reason he was doing this. It was Dana. The straight talking, serious pitch woman had piqued his interest beyond her company’s potential growth. As he watched her deal with Dale and Dallas, he found himself fascinated by her. And yeah, he was more than a little interested. His cock had gotten hard by the way she continually slapped down Dale’s insinuations that maybe the apps she was presenting weren't so unique, or that maybe Dana and her partners needed assistance in supervising a growing company. Dale hadn’t even realized how thoroughly she had slit his throat with witty, accurate comebacks. Some flew right over Dale’s head. Dallas had simply sat there and let his counterpart be torn apart rhetorically speaking. Sirens was a company that didn't need Ty, they wanted him. That made a business deal desirable.

Santa's Big Helper


Olivia Gaines - 2014
    His one wish was to make his son believe in the power of Christmas before his eyes closed for the last time. With the help of his favorite elf, Patience, together, they would restore Nick’s faith. Patience Miller wasn't sure what Sana wanted her to do to help his son, but she often taught the children at her orphanage to always have hope. She had a plan and she hoped it would work. Only if she could get Nick to believe in the magic of Christmas.

Coming Home


A.R. Williams - 2021
    Barns’ wayward Hollywood son after he died. Tyler is coming home to decide what the wants to do with the land: sell to me or keep it. There is no choice for him but to give me what is rightfully mine. After I reintroduce the Pampered Prince to ranch life again, he will give it up in a hurry and go back to LA where he belongs.TylerI lost my father and the chance to keep rebuilding our fractured relationship that I had broken when I left to go to Hollywood. Now I am coming home to see my dad’s ranch and to decide what I want to do with it. Kerry, the housekeeper’s little girl that I used to call the Brat, is not happy that I am on my way to Parshall or that the Granite Ranch belongs to me. I ran away from it to become a Hollywood star, but this time I will reacquaint myself with the land and the woman that Kerry has become.Interracial Romance love story with HEA. Some strong language and love scenes.

Billionaire's Black Surrogate 1


Ciara Cole - 2015
     The offer is simple. All Ciara has to do is play girlfriend to a handsome, mysterious white billionaire and have his child. The prize? One million dollars. What starts out as a coldly defined contract, starts turn in something much more. Feelings develop, and the business deal changes for the worst. Can Ciara stop from falling for the powerful billionaire? Can she be anything more then a surrogate to this wildly powerful man? *This story contains very steamy, adult scenes with a powerful alpha billionaire. Not intended for anyone under 18.

The Billionaire's Unexpected Bride: BWWM, Billionaire, Boss, Marriage Romance


Justeen Jones - 2021
    

The Closer: An Interracial Mafia Romance


C.D. Samuda - 2021
    

Her Lost Daughter


Raven Rivers - 2019
    The only problem: her daughter was adopted by one of the most powerful billionaires in NYC. Shannon Chastain has been through hell and back- literally. Trapped for seven years in the basement of a madman, her only solace at the time was the baby that she bore in secret. Her kidnapper was never caught but now that she’s free, she’s determined to track down the child that was ripped away from her. The only hitch? Her daughter has now been adopted by one of New York’s most powerful billionaires. Single dad Connor Adams dotes on Molly, the child he adopted seven years ago. There’s nothing he wouldn’t do for her, which is exactly why it’s so unsettling when a complete stranger turns up on his doorstep, claiming to be her mother. In spite of his reservations, however, Connor cannot deny the insane chemistry between them. When the unexpected spark between them makes them think about becoming a real family, Shannon cannot help but hope for a better future. But what happens when her kidnapper suddenly reemerges, determined to destroy everything just to win her back again? ****This is a standalone novel with a touch of steam and HEA.****

'Tis the Season


Shyla Colt - 2020
    However, when a secret exposes him to be a controlling chauvinist, she kicks him to the curb … only to find he’s left behind a present that’s nine months in the making. Struggling to rebuild her life, she battles with her rich ex, who’s determined to bully her into returning to him. One night, as they’re having it out in a drugstore, a handsome man with a killer accent steps in.British transport veterinarian James Bailey is spending another Christmas alone. After losing the woman he was to marry years earlier due to the dedication it took to open his own practice, he’s given up on love. Then he rescues a runaway dog and discovers its owner has a familiar face. Trapped in the house as the snow rises, he finds himself intrigued and protective of the expectant single-mother.Sparks fly, but their doubts lead them to form a friends with benefits arrangement. What happens when feelings develop, and one of them wants more?

Tony & Ida


Xyla Turner - 2020
    Finally, Tony & Ida get their story. Now, will they have a happily ever after?Ida's fed up with Tony's shenanigans and Tony is too bitter to see what's been in front of him for years.If you have not read these books, then this will definitely be hard to follow and understand.By Chance, No Choice | Meet Me Halfway | Love At All Costs

What White Boyz Ride


Karen White-Owens - 2009
    She meets a handsome skier who sets fire to her heart. But is this sexy ski bum hot enough to keep her warm on long winter nights?In Natalie Dunbar's Knight On A Just Ski, Alexis Calhoun works on a secluded island. After nearly drowning, she is rescued by a hunky actor on a jet ski. Will their passion survive once they are off the island? Seressia Glass's Regina Lieberman in Rode Hard is in a rut. She agrees to take a ride on the back of a studly man;s custom-made motorcycle. Can these two unexpected lover keep moving when a secret threatens to derail their desire?Enjoy the Ride by Kelley Nyrae presents Evangeline Sinclair blowing off steam after passing her bar exam. She heats thes lops with a hot snowboarder in a affair hot enough to melt snow off the mountains. But will their fling last longer than a thrilling down hilll ride?SImone Harlow's Robey Wade is a girl in control of every aspect of her life until she she takes her first surfing lesson. She meets a handsome surfer who takes her on the wave of a lifetime. Will this mismatched couple learm to go with the Flow and let love rule?

The Baby Plan: A BWWM, Curvy Girl Romance


Izabella Brooks - 2021
    

Shelter


Shay Violet - 2021
    They’re all partnered up, but settling down has never been my thing.Now...would I mind someone warming my bed at night? Definitely not.But I don’t want kids, or a family.Then, I meet her.She’s beautiful. She’s a single mother. And she’s not afraid to call me out on my bullsh*t.There’s a storm coming and she’s focused on protecting her family.I know I shouldn’t get involved. She doesn’t even like me.But I just can’t walk away.For some reason, I want to protect her...and her kids.

Forever Yours


Dahlia Rose - 2011
    The Government pulled the last of the troops from Iraq, and after three tours, he was one of the last to go. In Turner Montana he was met with a hero’s welcome and was settling back into his routing at his ranch. One night on the way back from town he spotted alone figure dragging to heavy suitcases alone the side of the road. When he pulled over it was the girl he had been in love with since he was fifteen, Kasha Matthews. She finally left her abusive boyfriend and had nowhere to go.There was no if and or buts about it, Samuel took her home where he could keep her safe. Together they shared Christmas and he had the woman of his dreams finally in his arms. To him she was a like a scared doe, Sam knew he had to take it slow and easy to win her heart. But when passion burst free from them both and her angry ex comes calling, he saw she was not as fragile as he thought. The big question is would she stay or go? His love was the biggest gift of all he was offering and was in jeopardy of being shattered if she said goodbye.

The Billionaire's Shaman


Mia Caldwell - 2016
    But the slick stranger who seduced her into letting a movie be made about her experience has turned abusive, and she’s on the run to Canada, never suspecting that the handsome, grieving billionaire she’s about to meet will change everything. Harcourt Raymondson has spent a year mourning the loss of his wife and son. Fighting a plot to force him out of the company he built from the ground up, he almost cancels his interview with a young artist about a project on his property ... but her beauty sparks to life feelings he’d thought were gone forever. From the moment they meet, forces too strong to resist wrap Sabrina and Harcourt in a web of passion, cruelty, and deception. With a psychopath on their trail, the billionaire and his reluctant shaman must rely on their unexpected bond to survive, and she must access her mysterious gifts ... to uncover the truths haunting them both and to save precious lives.