He gazed at me for a few seconds. ”Because after the fire is burned away, what’s left?” The Architect: He was like no one I’d ever seen. Ink snaking across his neck, down his arms and across his hands like the map of his life. If those experiences gave him joys or pains, he’d never tell. He was a mystery I hoped he’d want to share, but I knew I was fooling myself. Robbing a bank would have been easier. His body reminded me of a marble statue; tall, lean and muscled. When he walked into a room, men and women stopped to stare. If his body enticed them, the impassive stare and cold eyes scared them more. He watched every action, and wasn’t impressed. What kind of man was picked him up off the streets, kept like a dangerous pet, but remained loyal to the one man who had his respect? Whoever said the only fire that burns was hot, had never met Asher’s frigid stare. He was going to ruin me, and like a moth to a flame, I went willingly. The Bodyguard: My job had its perks. Travel, women and enough freedom to make my life interesting. I’d been to nearly every continent in the world, and slept with some of the best-paid entertainment money could buy. But those things were for show, meaning nothing in the grander scheme of things. When my boss decided to build a new house, why he recruited the sexiest architect around, I have no idea. I’m not a relationship kind of guy; I’ve been too messed up to share myself with anyone worth the time. It’s complicated. A person like me, whose life belonged to someone else, had nothing to share with anyone. I saw her, but made sure she thought otherwise. A woman like that is too straight for me. She’d want too much and be worth the effort too. I was like a doctor who prescribed pain and heartache to the unwary, and even though I knew I should stay away, there’s something about her I want to explore. Maybe I’ll just get her number. After all, I don’t have to call her, right?

    but will past traumas and malicious interference steal away their second chance? Nine years ago, Candace fled her home town and her best friend, Aric ... ... and Aric married the woman he thought was carrying his child. Candace has never gotten over the only man she ever really wanted, but she's built a new life around her daughter and done her best to forget him. All that changes the day she sees Aric at Lyric's school. Now a widower, he has a daughter the same age as hers ... and the two girls could be sisters. Candace and Aric quickly realize they still have feelings for each other, but rekindling their relationship won't be a simple matter. No matter how much they want each other -- no matter how close their daughters have grown -- they haven't accounted for the schemes of an evil twin. Will a sinister plot destroy their trust in each other and any chance at a happy future? ***The Billionaire's Twin Secret is a standalone 41K novella. It deals with very sensitive issues, so if you're easily triggered, this might not be the right book for you; however, if you enjoy second chance romance with NO CHEATING, NO CLIFFHANGERS and a happily ever after ending, then this book is perfect for you. GRAB YOUR COPY TODAY!***

     David Pierce has taken over his family business, but his womanizing and partying are threatening to drive it into the ground. As a successful real estate tycoon, he's got more money than he knows what to do with, but risks losing everything after yet another scandal lands him in the tabloids. As handsome as he may be, Imani Jones finds herself repulsed by the crass businessman who treats women like objects. In need of money, she reluctantly agrees to work as his translator and accompanies him to the Ukraine. He's searching for a bride, believing a wife will convince the public that he's settling down and help restore his battered reputation. Imani finds that things may not be what they appear with David, however, and that there may be a good guy buried under his rough exterior. He's smitten with his beautiful translator, and although she tries to fight it, she soon finds herself developing feelings for him as well. Will she be able to resist the advances of the man she once viewed with such disdain? Things take an unexpected turn when jealousy rears its ugly head and a scorned redhead throws a monkey wrench into things. Will David and Imani find a way to make it work, or will another scandal be the end of their budding romance? **** This is a standalone full length BWWM romance novel with an HEA. ****

    

     After a disastrous date with a creep who just wouldn’t take no for an answer, she vows to delete her internet dating profile altogether. But there’s one message that catches her eye and she decides to give online dating one final shot. With his fortune and dashing good looks, Mark Masterson always seems to attract the wrong kind of women who only want him for his money. When his secretary signs him up for a dating site, annoyance gives way to intrigue as he browses through Vanessa’s profile. Against all odds, the two of them hit it off and before they know it, sparks begin to fly. Still, Vanessa suspects he’s not being entirely honest with her and she cannot help but wonder how he can afford such a lavish lifestyle. Before she can pry the truth from him, she suddenly goes missing. As Mark embarks on a dangerous journey to track Vanessa down and save her life, will he ever find her in time? **** This is a standalone Novel with a touch of steam and HEA. ****

    

     The hitch? Donovan and Elliot are still getting over a painful loss. Mrs. Redding has disappeared, leaving her child and husband both emotional wrecks. Elliot has been acting out, and Donovan? Well, he has buried himself in work to avoid any feelings at all. Though he is determined to keep his distance, the sizzling chemistry between Donovan and Aisha is unavoidable, and he soon falls for her. As their love blossoms, can Aisha tame the rampant pain in Donovan's broken heart? And what happens when his still-married legal status gets in their way? **** This is a standalone Novel with a touch of steam and HEA. ****

     A Lesson in Romance Leslie Benson has had a traumatic life. After being confined to a wheelchair for ten years, she’s now starting a new life. With a new outlook, and a new position at the Bantu Academy, she finds a god sent from the heavens…in the form of the new Black History teacher. A Lesson in Seduction Kenya Barrett has taught at the Bantu Academy for years, and had her share of work ‘relationships’. Not looking to start another, she’s focused on her job and doing what she loves most. That is, until the new Guidance Counselor arrives, and he schools the teacher. *NOTE: BANTU ACADEMY is a spin-off of The Creator's Series with characters initially introduced in that series.

    It’s because of this that he decides to steal from his work, a decision that will rest heavily on him for the rest his life. David Thomson, his boss, happens to be in the office that evening, and Terrance is caught red-handed. But instead of getting fired, he’s given an ultimatum. He can keep his job if he gives David his daughter Jade Banks hand in marriage. What a crazy ultimatum. There’s being fired and going to prison or giving his daughter’s hand in marriage. Find out what happens in this sizzling hot BWWM romance by Alicia Beckton of BWWM Love

    The man in question is Marco Romano, a tall muscular handsome Italian man who thought that he left his life of crime behind in Italy when he quit his mob ways. Now, they must hide out together while dodging their growing sexual tensions between them. Can she hope to tame this wild man while running for their lives? Is it even worth her trying? Find out in this brilliant new BWWM by Samantha Daily of BWWM Love.

    That's how they see me--all they'll ever see when they look at me. But I am more, so much more. We can't change the past, the hand we've been dealt, But we can play that hand and win in the end. And that's what I plan to do--what I've always planned to do. Then he came into my life. Jaxon Prescott. He's everything I want, But nothing I'm permitted to have. He's too good, too perfect, For someone like me. After all, I'm just a maid, To them. They don't know the real me, My dreams, my fears, my past, My secrets. Jax A rich playboy.... That's how they see me--all they'll ever see when they look at me. They've got it all wrong, So wrong. I've been living a lie, a fabrication of what they want, And I thought it was what I wanted. Then she came into my life. Ava Williams. She reminded me of what I want, What I need, And who I really am. She's everything, But nothing I'm supposed to have. She's not right, not polished enough For someone like me. After all, I'm high class society--better than everyone else, To them. They don't know the real me, My dreams, my fears, my past, My secrets.

    Jayla Davis is a school teacher, girl next door who above all else values the private, quiet life she's built for herself. Their worlds couldn't be further apart. When a publicity stunt goes wrong and America's Sweetheart accuses Dane of assault, Jayla finds herself with the only piece of evidence that could clear his name. Jayla might be able to set the world straight when it comes to Dane, but when Dane decides he wants a very permanent place in her life, who's going to do the same for Jayla's heart? Will he be able to persuade her that he's worth taking a chance on? Will she be brave enough to open up to him, and all that comes with his celebrity status? Guaranteed HEA. No Cheating.

     No one interferes in Thomas Carnegie’s business, especially some gossip blogger posing as a real journalist. I spent two years tracking her down and now that I’ve found her I plan to return the favor. Take away her business the way she did mine. But Antonia Ellison isn’t what I expected. She’s not cold and cynical, opportunistic or aggressive. She’s sweet. Sexy. And she’s not impressed by me or my billions. I think I'm falling in love with her. If I don’t let revenge get in my way. I didn’t know what, but he was up to something. For some reason, Thomas Carnegie had it out for me. He bought the building for my new sweets shop and refused to honor the lease. He wants me but he doesn’t trust me. Hardly seems to like me most of the time. Until our mouths touch and then all is forgotten. The tension and the awkwardness. We can’t seem to get enough of one another. I might let myself love him. If I can figure out what he’s hiding... **** This is a standalone Novel with a touch of steam and HEA. ****

    She’s dangerously curvy. Having her around could possibly destroy everything he’s worked hard for. Yet, he can’t seem to stay away from her. Former hitman, Constantine Novinkoff is close to paying off his debts to his former boss. Soon, he’ll be able to retire from a life of crime. Then in walks temptation. Her name is Cristal Dawson and she’s nothing like the women he’s used to. She challenges him at every turn. Her smart mouth makes him want to kiss her until she can’t speak. Her curvy figure haunts him when he’s awake and when he’s asleep.Yet, it’s the sadness he sometimes witnesses in her gaze that makes him want to claim her. It makes him want to protect her. It makes him want to find out who hurt her in her past so he can destroy that person and everyone that person loves. The sadness in her pretty brown eyes makes him want to protect her from the cold hard world.For her, he’s willing to do all that and more.But first, she must agree to belong to him and only him. ~Warning: This BWWM Romantic Suspense features a mob lifestyle and contains violence and graphic scenes. This book was previously part of the Obsessive Temptation boxset. Proceed with caution. ~ More books that feature characters from this mafia world... The Going Nowhere Fast series. The Dangerously Curvy series.

    It was her only resort. She allowed her best friend to set her up as an escort to make the money needed to take care of her sick mother. However, when she knocked on his penthouse door, the client was not at all what she expected. Could she go through with this, after meeting the man that caused her to stop breathing and move on when it was all over? International businessman Enzi “Gio” Giordano was only in the states because of a poker game. He wanted his best friend to set him up with a beautiful woman for company during his stay. When he saw her, at first, he thought his jokester pal had pulled off another prank. That thought soon evaporated, when the little vixen told him off and vanished, but not before destroying his money. Never having to chase a woman before, why was he so frantic to find this stranger who had his heart racing?