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Falling For Pixie Jo
K.L. Fast - 2019
Come on in and enjoy great food, even better quality time, and a love so strong it puts all others to shame. This is an over the top instalove with all the feels. This is book 1 in the Thankful for the Jones Sisters Series.
Whipped
Sierra Hill - 2018
Her teenage crush.The guy she pined after for years. He is also her older brother’s best friend who dissed her when he left without a backwards glance. As if she was as forgettable as that kiss they shared.Now four years later, Jase Lathrop sits across the holiday dinner table from Cecelia Sundstrom, looking at her as if he wants to stuff her like the Thanksgiving turkey. Cecelia might still be angry at Jase for leaving her, but it is Thanksgiving. And there’s always room for a second helping. ***** ** ****** This short story is part of the Second Helpings series, a Thanksgiving dinner-themed stand-alone series. Check out all the short, sexy and fun holiday stories by these eleven incredible and acclaimed authors: Sierra Hill, Frankie Love, Alexis Adaire, Tessa Blake, Olivia Hawthorne, Laney Powell, Vivian Ward, Derek Masters, Dori Lavelle, Sher Dillard and Tracy Lorraine.** Each book is a second-chance romance -- all guaranteed sweeter than sweet potato pie -- and dirtier than a sink full of dishes!*** After reading this series, you’ll never look at drumsticks or gravy in quite the same way again!***** ** *****
Shacking Up
Abby Knox - 2020
Fate, however, seems to be summoning him to the jury pool for entirely different reasons when a fellow juror half his age buddies up to him and refuses to leave him alone.Nobody has ever stuck up for Wren before, who's been on her own since she was a teen. When the grouchy rancher, Sam, acts on his protective instincts on her behalf, Wren is sure beyond a reasonable doubt that he's meant to be hers for life.Intended for adults ages 18 and up due to graphic sexual content.Also contains:One grouchy rancherOne vegan pixie sirenAge gapForced proximityJengaHEANO cheatingNO cliffhangers
Getting Screwged
Penelope Wylde - 2020
But my hot bodyguard knows every little sweet thing my body needs this Christmas. It's Christmas eve, just another day for me. Staying home to unwrap presents in an empty home isn't my idea of fun. Hanging out with friends, making bad choices and losing my pesky V card seems like the better option. At least I won't be alone.Until he shows up.Captain Dyson is everything you imagine a former Marine to be. Sinfully gorgeous, intimidating AF, and deliciously hard all over. Just the kind of man you never want to tick off. Of course, it's my new favorite hobby when he thinks he'll be dragging me home for another empty Christmas with my scrooge father.But the arrogant Marine has no intentions of waiting for my permission. When a freak snowstorm lands us secluded and all alone, it’s just me, my handsome well-dressed bodyguard, a handful of those bad ideas I mentioned. And a whole lot of snow. It doesn't take me long to learn I like the way my guard uses his body to warm me up by the fire and chase away the wintery chills. Suddenly Christmas isn't looking so bad after all.You see, I've made a list and he's checking it twice. If I'm naughty he's promised I'll get every inch of my present.My bodyguard is about to find out his sweet Eve is more naughty than nice.
Snowed In
K.L. Donn - 2021
She’s young, shy and only wants him. They’re oil and water, Fire and ice. But when the snow starts to fall, And the weather turns turbulent, So does their attraction. Snowed In for the weekend, He’ll do everything he can to keep her. She’ll do anything to prove why he should.
Designed by Fate
Cameron Hart - 2020
And my fate is a tasty little brunette with curves for days, who was wearing one of the dresses I designed a few seasons ago. At thirty-four, I’m one of the top fashion designers in the industry. I didn’t set out to amass a fashion empire, it just sort of worked out that way. But lately, I’ve been feeling restless. Unsatisfied. Like something’s missing. Something like the voluptuous woman I met by chance at the park the other day. She’s too young for me, too innocent. I have a disaster of a situation to deal with at work. And yet… One look in her warm, curious, honey-colored eyes and I’m a goner. My new mission in life is to make her mine and spoil her rotten. My honeybee isn’t used to being taken care of, so I’ll have to go slow. But make no mistake; she’s mine forever. WILLOW: I didn’t even know who he was! The tall, chiseled, stupidly handsome man who complimented my dress at the park was Nolan freaking Blackwell. And apparently, I was wearing one of his dresses. I found it at a thrift store, which I told him. Because I’m an idiot who has no filter. I have no idea what someone as rich, handsome, and powerful as Nolan would want with me, but he’s relentless in his pursual. I’m nobody, a chubby girl just barely scraping by, about to be evicted, and loaded with abandonment issues to boot. Oh, and my only friend is a cat named Fluffles. So, yeah. I’m quite a catch. If he doesn’t stop being so sweet and protective of me, I’m gonna fall for him. Hard. I don’t know if I could survive someone like Nolan Blackwell… DESIGNED BY FATE is a short, sweet, over-the-top sexy little novella about a big, beautiful woman and the rich, older, alpha male who wants to claim her as his. Willow is a little skittish at first, but Nolan proves to her he can be patient, understanding, caring, and provide every single thing for her. If you like cute, quirky, curvy heroines, and growly, gorgeous alpha males with a soft spot, then this is the book for you. Expect instalove, steamy scenes, and a sugary-sweet HEA! **Mature content, 18+ only, please!**
Christmas with the Beast
C.M. Steele - 2021
Could either forget or was it enough to invade their souls and become a part of them?Franco: I had no idea when I decided to thank the chef for a delish meal that I’d lose my heart to the most beautiful woman that ever existed. Our brief encounter was cut short, but I promised I’d return. I was normally a man of my word. However, fate had taken it out of my hands and taken me away from the woman I could never forget.Two years. Two long, painful turns around the sun and a day and she still lived within my soul. Slowly I allowed the depression to set in until the choice to hide was taken away from me. She’d come to me and the beast that lives in this castle is afraid that he’ll never let his Belle go.Isabelle: One time. It’s all it took for my heart to belong to Franco Fiore, my boss’s brother. Who knew that I’d fall head over heels for a man with one short meeting only to have my heart ripped from my chest with his accident? Days turned into months, and now after years, he and I will finally meet. Will he push me away? Does he even remember me? Sadly, I could never forget him, and today, I may have my heart broken for good if he does.
The Last Christmas Present
Ella Goode - 2017
Billionaire Con Romero has hated Christmas for three years. Every whiff of evergreen and every jingle bell reminds him of how much he wants something he can never have. At age eighteen, Willow Kaplan might be legal, but she's still forbidden. Although a virgin, Willow has always been more naughty than nice. And more than anything, she wants to belong to Con. Now she just has to convince the stubborn billionaire that she's the best Christmas present he will ever receive.
Double Stuffed (A Second Helpings Short Story)
Derek Masters - 2018
She’s the sweet, innocent type -- you know, -- constantly blushing while batting her eyelashes, but we’re going to ruin her innocence.The poor little thing is all alone this Thanksgiving, but -- we’re going to make sure her belly gets nice and full. One night with the two of us -- and she’ll be so stuffed that -- she won’t be able to walk straight.***** ** ****** This short story is part of the Second Helpings series, a Thanksgiving dinner-themed stand-alone series. Check out all the short, sexy and fun holiday stories by these eleven incredible and acclaimed authors: Sierra Hill, Frankie Love, Alexis Adaire, Tessa Blake, Olivia Hawthorne, Laney Powell, Vivian Ward, Derek Masters, Dori Lavelle, Sher Dillard and Tracy Lorraine.** Each book is a second-chance romance -- all guaranteed sweeter than sweet potato pie -- and dirtier than a sink full of dishes!*** After reading this series, you’ll never look at drumsticks or gravy in quite the same way again!***** ** *****
Bewitching the Beast
Fern Fraser - 2021
It’s why I don’t date. I don’t need complications. When Zoe crashes her car, she needs help. She’s quirky, independent, hot as sin, and wants to be friends. For the first time in my life, I want more, but when I realize she’s my neighbor...well, that’s one hell of a complication! ZOE CURTISJaxon Parker is huge, he’s hot, and he’s out of my league. His nickname is the Beast and with his fame and talent, he could easily be an a$$hole. Except he isn’t. He’s helpful, kind, fun, and wants to be more than just friends, but I can’t get involved with a man who can leave anytime. When he asks me to be his date for a work function, a Halloween Ball, I can’t refuse the favor. One week in a lakeside resort with my friend will be fun, and nothing has to change. After all, he’s booked two separate rooms, how hard can it be? This October, twenty-four of your favorite contemporary romance authors are bringing you a month filled with sexy-spooky Halloween steam. Get ready for over-the-top love stories sure to set your spine — and other parts *wink* — tingling. Brew some cider, grab your favorite blanket, and snuggle up with these hot shorts. The Halloween Steam series is sure keep you warm and cozy all autumn long.
Marriage Material
Alexa Riley - 2018
His life is turned upside down in the best way possible, but he never knew it would be so hard to be a single dad. Robin Honeydew has a big family that loves to be up in her business 24/7. She wants to break free and have her own life, but she can’t imagine leaving her close-knit family behind. When she meets the new stranger in town who is in desperate need of a nanny, things couldn’t be more perfect. Their two worlds collide and it’s love at first sight. Can they stick together while the outside world tries to break them apart? Warning: Can a single dad really be a virgin? You bet he can! Come dive into our gooey sweetness and find out just how good small-town living can be.
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?
Nick's Snow Angel (A Forever Safe Christmas #15)
ChaShiree M. - 2019
Annoyed with the lack of focus around the holidays from his employees, he can't wait for it to be over. Deciding to ignore all the jubilance around him, he continues on as always. That is, until he sees...HER! Snow is kind, beautiful, smart and funny. She makes him feel things he never thought he would feel. How is this young girl changing everything about him? It doesn't matter. He has found her and he isn't letting her go. Join Nick and Snow as they find love unexpectedly and learn to open up. This is the 15 book in the A Forever Safe Christmas series and it promises to be quick, full of love, and hot sexy times. Sit back, grab some hot cocoa and enjoy!!! Oh...and Merry Christmas.
Cutie Pie
Nichole Rose - 2021
This bossy hockey star just met his curvy match.LaneyWeston Davies, bad boy of the NHL, was my dad's hero.He's a beast on the ice…and off.He's also rude, arrogant, and way too hot.I came to the game to thank him for making my dad's last year so happy.I'm leaving as the winner of a Valentine's Day date with him.Why do I get the feeling he's behind my random selection?And why am I thinking about actually following through?This has bad idea written all over it.WestonNothing gets me as heated as a bad call on the ice.Until I save Laney Briggs from a wayward puck.She's got the brightest eyes and the cutest annoyed face I've ever seen.I probably shouldn't have offered to sign her chest.I really shouldn't have scammed my way into a date with her.But there's something about her that drives me wild.She thinks I'm an arrogant jerk.I think she was made to be mine.Now I just have to convince her that I'm worth the hassle.
Valentine V Card
Hope Ford - 2020
She was my best friend’s little sister. And the chubby little girl that followed us everywhere we went. Things changed, though. We all grew up. When she came back from college, she was no longer the little girl I remembered. Now she’s the curvy woman of my dreams. But no matter how much I want her, nothing can change the fact that she’s off-limits. Patty I’ve been in love with Michael since I was in pigtails. When I overhear what he says about me, I do what I should have done a long time ago. I make a plan to get rid of the one thing I was saving just for him - my V Card. But when I finally give up on us, will fate step in and help me get everything I want? Dear Reader, Valentine V Card has everything you could want – an alpha man, a curvy woman, a brother’s best friend, friends to lovers, V card and HEA. You’ll cheer them on, you might cry a little, and you will fall in love in the end. I hope you have a soul-searching, love-inducing, earth-shattering Valentine’s! XX, Hope