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Pregnant by the Same Baby Daddy


Lady Lissa - 2019
    He’s handsome, charming, intelligent and rich and he wants Dayja to be his wife. Dayja falls hard for the charmer and before she knows it, she’s deeply in love with him. But will her feelings for Terrance allow her to turn a blind eye to everything going on around her? She soon finds out that loving Terrance requires her to have a lot of patience and the skill to fight. Having tangled with two of her man’s baby mamas and a potential baby mama, Dayja finds herself carrying his child also. Terrance finally convinces the woman he loves to move in with him and that’s when the drama really starts. Lauren is the baby mama who won’t give up on her man. After finding out that Terrance has asked Dayja to marry him and moved her into his place, she sets out to destroy their relationship so she could have her baby daddy to herself. That proves to be harder than she thought because everything she dishes at him he dishes out right back and harsher. Then there’s Layna… the project chick from the hood who claims to be carrying Terrance’s baby too. Things seem to be working in her favor when Terrance offers her ten grands to get rid of the baby, which she uses to move out of the ghetto and into a plush new luxury condo. Layna doesn’t care one bit about having this baby for any other reason but to secure her financially. But what happens when Terrance refuses to accept responsibility for her kid? Will Terrance come out on top and get his happily ever after with Dayja or will his triflin’ baby mamas ruin everything? Find out who gets the man in the first installment of Pregnant by the Same Baby Daddy…

Where the Heart Is 2


Cristina Grenier - 2015
    Despite his promises to find another job in another hospital so they could move, Simon is still working long hours in the same place, leaving Jamie to do most of the heavy lifting when it comes to raising their daughter. As if that weren't hard enough, their relationship has become somewhat long distance, and Jamie spends time driving back and forth between the house in their hometown and Simon’s apartment in the city with their screaming baby girl in tow after spending time with her sick mother every week. They both find themselves tired and irritable, more often than not, and their lack of communication just makes misunderstandings and fights happen more often than either of them have the time or energy to deal with properly. When Jamie finds out that none of Simon's friends know anything about her or their baby despite how long it’s been, she has to ask herself once again if trying to make something work with Simon is the right thing to do or if she’d be better off following in her mother’s footsteps and going it alone.

MBK 3: In a Child's Name


Bri'Monae - 2012
    This should be a joyous occasion for Mercedes, but with everyone scattered across the world, her relationship with Cortez on the rocks and a crazy chick determined to make Cortez hers lurking in the shadows things couldn't get any worse or could they. Come along as Mercedes steps into the driver's seat to save the most important person in her life, her daughter.

Copper Creek: The Complete Boxed Set


Wendy Smith - 2019
    His mother has cancer, but for some reason doesn’t want him there. One of his brothers welcomes him home with open arms, another treats him like dirt. Then there’s Lily, the girl who left Adam at the altar twelve years ago. The girl who broke his heart. Adam left and didn’t look back after that happened, but being home stirs up all those old feelings. Secrets will be revealed, including the horrifying truth about why Lily stood him up, and that she didn’t abandon Adam. Adam abandoned her.  Coming Home is the first book in the Copper Creek series. Set in the fictional small New Zealand town of Copper Creek, the series will explore the dark secrets the town holds, including the secrets held tight by members of the Campbell family. Book 2: Doctor’s Orders After an explosive end to his relationship, Drew Campbell heads home. Sparks fly when he meets local midwife, Hayley, and she and the young doctor end their argument in a way he never saw coming. As their relationship grows, Hayley’s torn between staying in the small town she’s made her home, and moving to the big city with Drew. An emergency situation sees her on his doorstep, and Drew’s reluctant to let go. Especially with the attention she’s attracted from an unwanted source. One who’s used to getting his own way. The second book in the Copper Creek story also features the continuing story of Adam and Lily. Adam’s demons are never far way, and his past still has the ability to hurt them both. Book 3: Baker’s Dozen Owen Campbell is more than the town baker—he’s also the player out of all the Campbell boys. A tragic accident brings a secret to light that turns his world on its head and forces him to reconsider his lifestyle. Ginny Robinson is alone, and that’s the way she likes it. While she loves teaching, the circumstances of her employment leave her thinking about leaving town. Until she meets Owen. When Owen asks her to move in, Ginny’s afraid it’s for all the wrong reasons. Can he work out what the right reasons are? The third book in the Copper Creek series continues the story of the Campbell family. Book 4: Hunter’s Mark No one has ever said no to Ash Harris—until Constance Shaw. But when the grudge he holds against her finally comes to a head, Constance must run to save her life … … right into the arms of Corey Campbell. The only other occupant of the mountain, Corey’s perfectly happy with the life he leads. Sure, it’s a little lonely, but he does what he wants when he wants. When Constance shows up on his doorstep, the gentle giant with the big heart finds it hard to say no to her. Turns out she’s exactly what he needs. The fourth book in the Copper Creek series is Corey’s story and continues the saga that began in Coming Home. Book 5: Teacher's Pet James Campbell’s love life is complicated. He chose the university he went to because he was following a girl—only to get dumped by her. Now he’s in love again, and this time it’s the real deal. Except for two problems. Mia loves James. But the spectre of her broken marriage hangs over her when her ex gets a job in the same place she works. And where she works is the other problem.

The Complete Honeycomb Falls Series


Cassie Wright - 2015
    Each title in this series follows a different curvy heroine as she dares to believe in love and passion once more in the arms of an alpha shifter, discovering mystery, love, and most of all, their heart's desire. Reader note: these books contains searing sex (ice cream time-outs are recommended) and adult language (the alphas know what they like and aren't shy about demanding). If this is not the kind of stuff you like to read, skip these books. However, if you like dirty, raunchy sex with ridiculous hot shifters on funny curvy girls, then this is right up your alley. Enjoy! Over 600 pages of stories - together, these books have over 75 five-star reviews on Amazon. Best for ages 13 and up~ DEN AND BREAKFAST When Rachel inherits her grandmother's home in the idyllic village of Honeycomb Falls, she decides to turn it into a gorgeous bed & breakfast. Yet will her plans survive her encounter with the sinfully hot werewolf masquerading as the gardener, or the darker heritage that her grandmother has left her, whom rumor has was a powerful witch? LOOK BEFORE YOU BAKE When Anita wins the Frankly County Bake Off with the help of a mysterious vial of honey, she's determined to take her winnings and open her own sweet little bakery. With a potential investor on the line and her dark past returning to ruin her dreams, she sets off into the wilderness, determined to persuade the honey's guardian to give her more and guarantee her success. Luckily for Anita he's a gorgeous mountain man of a werebear who likes the look of her wicked curves... CATCHING THE CAT BURGLAR When local librarian Joanna learns that a spot is opening in the Honeycomb Falls police force, she leaps at the chance to join. She'll have to ignore the arrival of Chase Xavier, the searingly attractive new head librarian, and focus on catching the cat burglar who has been stealing the town's most prized possessions. With the help of a little talking dog called Groofy, she'll have to track down this thief, and catch him before he has a chance to steal her heart... BETWEEN TWO WOLVES AND A HARD PLACE Kiera's life has come crashing down around her ears. When her boyfriend steals her business and home, she returns to Honeycomb Falls to plan her revenge and start a new glassblowing shop. Yet she hadn't counted on running into Dean and Drake, her childhood shifter best friends - who are now all grown up, totally growly and sinfully hot! Will these two werewolves give this curvy girl the time of day after the way she broke their hearts one golden summer so many years ago? A LION AFTER MY OWN HEART When Boston reporter Myra is assigned to write a profile of the smokin’ hot Alexander Adams, the golden haired mayoral candidate, she promises nothing will stop her from writing the story of her career. Yet she soon starts to suspect that Alexander is a shifter - and the deeper she digs, the more convinced she becomes that he hails from a small, out of the way town called Honeycomb Falls. Soon Myra’s going to discover just how far Alexander is willing to go to keep his secrets - and for the first time, she just might have to choose between her story and her heart. DON'T JUDGE A BEAR BY HIS COVER Saira has convinced dozens of indie bookstores to merge with her father's mega-chain, Universal Books. Yet when she arrives in Honeycomb Falls to do the same with The Bear's Book Cave, this curvy and very professional business woman finds her plans turned head over heels by the sinfully hot bookstore owner...

The Billionaire Gets His Way / The Sarantos Secret Baby


Elizabeth Bevarly - 2011
    The infuriating beauty owed him big-time. So Gavin took great pleasure in making her pretend to be his girlfriend and having her up close and personal. The Sarantos Secret Baby He was as tall and dark as the devil and was her family's hated adversary. But that didn't stop Selene Louvardis from wanting Aris Sarantos with her every breath. Or grabbing her one chance for a forbidden night with him. He was never supposed to learn she'd borne his child. For if Aris did discover the truth, nothing would stop the ruthless billionaire from claiming his own.

Johnson Family series #1-3


Delaney Diamond - 2018
    Wealth. Power. Romance. Books one, two, and three of the Johnson Family series—available in a box set for a limited time! UNFORGETTABLE: She offered everything he never knew he needed… Ivy Johnson is stunned when Lucas Baylor makes an appearance at her family’s event in Seattle. She hasn’t seen him in nine years and never expected to again. Avoiding him is a must. She can’t let him uncover her secret, but Lucas won’t be denied. When her deception is revealed, it throws his life into a tailspin and forces them to face the truth of their feelings for each other—feelings they’ve both tried in vain to forget. PERFECT: Does the end justify the means? Cyrus Johnson is rich, powerful, and used to getting his way. When his estranged wife shows up at his office demanding a divorce once and for all, he not only refuses, he makes a demand of his own. Daniella Barrett-Johnson has little bargaining power where Cyrus is concerned, and he’s already used his vast financial resources to prolong their divorce and keep her tied to him. Her only hope is to give him what he wants, but if she does, how will she ever be able to leave him for good? JUST FRIENDS: Should they risk their friendship for a chance at love? Alannah Bailey is tired of being the boring best friend of Trenton Johnson and decides on a makeover. After the changes, she starts dating, but instead of being happy, Trenton acts like he wants to keep her under lock and key. Trenton is used to partying and having his pick of women. Such an advantage comes with the Johnson name, their money, and his own good looks. When he needs downtime, he depends on his best buddy, Alannah. But he doesn’t like the changes he sees in her lately, and by the time he figures out why, it might be too late.

Wise 2: Giving My Love To The Plug (The Wise Series)


Mercy B. - 2017
    But when I looked into your eyes, I was ready for war." During a tumultuous run-in with the law, Wise discovers a hindering secret that proves to be toxic to the union that she and Liam once had. While on the forefront, battling for Liam's forgiveness for her past transgressions, Wise is summoned to Federal court in order to answer for her illegal actions. After the dismissal of what was thought to be a grand proposal, Liam is disheartened at the revelation that his precious Wise has been detained by authorities. With her arrest comes a grueling surprise. Quick on his feet, he seeks the help of a well-known consultant, RaKeem. Elise's mental status is to question as she desperately seeks Liam's attention, willing to push every limit to acquire it. Unstable and ill-intentioned, she doesn't realize the magnitude of her mistakes until it's too late.

Cold As Ice


T. Styles - 2017
    Styles', Cold as Ice - Pepper Thomas is a straight A student living in a rough part of Southeast Washington DC, who manages to stay away from drugs, violence and crime. That is, until next-door neighbor and drug dealer Ice's home is robbed. With newfound evidence that can be held for ransom, can Pepper be as Cold as Ice?

The Hutton Family Series Part 2


Abby Brooks - 2021
    Heat, heart, and hilarity wait for you in this poignant series filled with relatable characters and your favorite tropes, including:enemies-to-loverschildhood friendsroommatesrockstarsmilitary heroesand moreSee why readers adore the Hutton Family as you fall in love with the last two siblings and a family friend in Beyond Us, Beyond Dreams, and It's Definitely Not You.

Diary of a Wimpy Among Us Crewmate: Book 2 (Unofficial)


Block Boy - 2021
    

She Got A Thing For A Dope Boy 3


Tay Mo'Nae - 2018
    Not only is she at risk of being a single mom but her mom is still single handling destroying her life.Levi is battling mixed emotions when it comes to Neveah's pregnancy and an unwanted guest isn't making his decision easier. Will he be able to man up or will he let his past issues block him?J-Roc is also left with a tough decision concerning his wife and Josie isn't sure if she can stand by his side during it. J-Roc feels like he has the weight of the world on his shoulders and he doesn't know which way to turn. It doesn't help that Josie has a secret that's revealed and has everyone looking at her sideways. Now J-Roc is left questioning their whole relationship.Ice is having a baby. The only problem is it's not by Kyleigh. With trying to keep Kyleigh in the dark Ice is starting to feel the pressure of his secret weighing down on him and has to make a choice when it comes to telling Kyleigh or not.Kyleigh is still having doubts about her relationship with Ice and is struggling to save face in front of everyone. She wants to believe he's changed but when she keeps taking blow after blow she starts to think it's to give up. In this jaw-dropping finaleThe Feds have finally closed in on the guys, their relationships are at risk, and secrets are still threating to tear them apart. Will these couples be able to keep their relationship above water? Or will they all sink?

Love in Springtime Collection


Arietta Richmond - 2017
    Lord Geoffrey Clarence saved the life of his best friend, Charlton Edgeworth, Viscount Pendholm, and 6 other people. Recruited to spying for crown and country, he received the gift of an estate from the Prince Regent, which came with a dangerous mission included. Lady Harriet Edgeworth decided, a year ago, that Lord Geoffrey was to be hers, her hero, and nothing has changed her mind. When Lord Geoffrey moves nearby she soon finds a way to assist with the inventory of his property. Can Lord Geoffrey keep his mission secret, with Lady Harriet ever present? Can Lady Harriet get Lord Geoffrey to see her as a woman, not just Charlton’s sister? And, if he does, can he keep her safe in the midst of a treasonous conspiracy? Trusting the Earl - An Earl needing a wife, an impoverished Lady, manipulation, an unfortunate deception, a love saved. Estranged from her family, Lady Arabella, granddaughter of the Earl of Compton, is unused to the nobility. After her father’s death, Arabella sought a reference from her cousin, Lady Marianne, to find a governess position to support herself, and the orphanage her father founded. Lord Lucas Stanthorpe, Earl of Rothglen, must marry quickly, else lose most of his inheritance. When Lady Elizabeth, wife of the reclusive Marquis of Vale, suggests that Arabella will suit, Lord Lucas agrees. Love is the least of his concerns. But winning over Arabella will not prove so simple. She has requirements that must be met, and when Lord Lucas deceives her, she threatens to break off their engagement. Can Lady Elizabeth reunite the couple? And why does Lady Elizabeth care about bringing them together? Love Springs Anew - A lady with a temper, a scandal, a lonely Duke, a new chance for love. Gregory Burrowes, Duke of Chesney, lost his fiancé to scandal, then married, but his wife died from fever. Lonely, and lacking an heir, he finds most eligible young women childish. He meets Miss Philippa Dunn again, for the first time in years. Miss Dunn once publically lambasted her then fiancé, when he was caught in a compromising position with another woman. The ton forgave him, but has not forgotten her unladylike deportment. She is labelled a shrew, and shunned. No one will offer for her, so she is relegated to the job of chaperone for her pretty young cousin… But who is chaperoning Philippa and the Duke? The Duke’s Easter Proposal - An unmarried Duke, a humble talented girl, a chance meeting, a sweet temptation. Joshua Goodrich, the Duke of Falmouth, invites ladies, his potential brides, to Mrs. Fairway’s coffee house, a well-known, high class venue. He values Mrs Fairway’s establishment for her astute assessments of the Ladies he entertains, as well as for the delicious cakes and patisseries, which are made by her daughter, Bridget. As Lent approaches, the two women look set to endure lean times. At the Duke’s next visit, with the coffee house mostly empty, he truly notices, for the first time, Mrs. Fairway’s daughter. Will he persist in looking for a girl of the ton, or will he follow his heart and indulge in the sweet girl who makes the finest pastries in London? The Baron’s Secret Love - A Baron’s heir, a gently raised, yet barely tolerated orphan girl, a mystery of heritage, an impossible love, an unexpected conclusion. Mr William Barnes, heir to the Baron of Mowbourne, is used to attention from eligible young ladies, none of whom he likes. At a country Ball, he meets a fascinating young woman – whose heritage is unknown, and who is disparaged by his peers. Miss Grace Fillmore is falls in love with William and believes that he feels the same for her. Sadly, she will never be able to be his wife. Their love is not meant to be.

Overdue For Your Lovin': I Can Love You Better


Ro Monique - 2017
    It finally gets the best of her and she does what she had to do to find out what’s going on with her best friend Jean cheering her on even if the idea has her trapped in a closet. They always say if you go looking, you will find and that’s exactly what happened. That fatefully evening Arahn found out Rodney’s deep dark secret that makes her want to swear off men for life. In steps Rasean, allowing her to drop that wall again and teaching her it’s okay to love and trust again as long as it’s the right person. Rasean is her soulmate, they both know it even through they are just friends. When Arahn finally gives into love giving it another chance Rasean does the unthinkable…..

Not My Sister's Keeper


Emily Shiner - 2022
    Sure, she may not have wanted Emma when she and her husband adopted her years ago, but she loves her now, and that’s what matters, right?But when Emma is missing and Marianne fears she might be dead, she turns on the other person who never wanted to adopt her in the first place — her older daughter, Mia. In her mind, Mia hurting Emma is the only thing that makes sense, but then why can’t the police find proof?Everything seems clear to Marianne.Mia once lost Emma at the mall.She turned her back on her little sister in the woods.It’s obvious to Marianne that Mia’s the reason Emma is missing now.As the police search for Emma and Marianne draws closer to her best friend and away from her daughter, she becomes more and more suspicious of what could really have happened. Mia uncovers secret after secret about her family, but it isn’t until she learns the whole truth that she’ll be able to put all the pieces together.You can only push a person so far before the monster in them comes out.