Will love prevail, or are family ties too strong?

Luke
I’m the private chef at a posh party when I mistake Julia for a waitress. 
By the time I find out she’s the client’s daughter, it’s too late. I’m already in love with her mind and her curves.
I’ll never fit into her world or be accepted by her formidable mother, but love is always worth fighting for. 

Julia
I’m a big disappointment to my mother. Too boring, too fat, and too single.At her annual Valentine’s Day party, I’d rather hang out in the kitchen than with the guests, especially when the chef is the Beyoncé-loving, butt-wiggling Luke.
 But my mother doesn’t approve, and I’m not sure I’m strong enough to go against her.
Can I stand up to my mother, or will I let Luke, and his booty, shake their way out of my life?Lonely Hearts series are flirty, fun Valentine's stories from some of your favorite shorts authors. No cheating. No cliffhangers. And a happily ever after guaranteed.

    It wouldn't be fair to him to make his life messy, too.Things go from bad to really bad. I want to believe in him, but my head wants to run.It’s in my blood.Can I replace the flat tire of my past and have a smooth road from here on out?QuintonMy life's a series of hard lessons, and the last one was that love doesn't last.When the tall, cautious woman, with curves for days limps her car into the convenience store across the street from my auto shop, I’m ready to help.She's new to town and what kind of guy would I be if I didn't help her out. Not the one my mama raised.But I fall fast, and then I make the biggest mistake an auto shop can make, and I'm right back to those hard lessons.Will the road of life stop throwing pot holes in our way so Zena and I can be together?Lonely Hearts Series are flirty, fun Valentine's stories from some of your favorite shorts authors. No cheating. No cliffhangers. And a happily ever after guaranteed.Lonely Hearts Series:Be My Handy Mechanic- Ally CrewBe My Sexy DILF- Beatrice BraeBe My Naughty Neighbor- LIz FoxBe My Grumpy Mountain Man- Lana DashBe My Dishy Doctor- Kate TilneyBe My Charming Prince- Elsie JamesBe My Burly Bartender- Barbra CampbellBe My Dirty Billionaire- L. NicoleBe My Flirty Firefighter- C.L. CruzBe My Bad Boy- Tarin LexBe My Private Chef- Sadie KingBe My Romantic Nerd- Brynn Hale

    

    

    Holidays with the Hometown Hero is a series of standalone short, sweet, and steamy instalove romances. No cliffhangers. No cheating. HEA guaranteed!Books in the Holidays with the Hometown Hero SeriesFELIX by Kate TilneyCHRIS by Tarin LexGABE by Carly KeeneLOGAN by Kali HartOLIVER by Lana DashNICK by Mazzy King

    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.

    I never forgot his green eyes or the way he encouraged me to try new things. When he walks into my Grandad's restaurant, can we pick up where we left off, or should the memory of that night be all we share?AIDANIt's been two years since I've seen her. She always stayed close to my heart even though we only had one night together. But when I come to America for a music tour, I can't stop myself from taking the time to see her. I hope she remembers me because I never forgot my Galway girl.It's St. Patrick's Day, and it's time to celebrate! Join our curvy heroines as they meet sexy Irishmen, and with a little luck from the Irish, find true love.KISS HIM, HE'S IRISH! is a series of short, sweet, and steamy standalone instalove romances. No cliffhangers. No cheating. HEA guaranteed.HIS GALWAY GIRL by Lana DashMY DONEGAL DARLING by Carly KeeneMY GLASTHULE GUY by Tarin LexMY LIMERICK LAD by Mazzy KingMY KILLARNEY KING by Ava Pearl

    The one they all love to hate.But when I lay eyes on Mabel Monroe outside of my cabin, that all changes.She’s sugar and spice and everything nice.And I’m smitten as heck.Now that she’s walked into my woods, into my life, into my heart…I might have to keep her here forever.Dear Reader,Everyone has their issues, and these two are no exception. North & Mabel’s love story is short & filthy-sweet like you’ve come to expect from a T. Lex book…with a great big dose of Christmas magic!xx, Tarin LexPart of a multi-author series bringing you sweet treats & hot nights for the holidays.Don't forget to meet ALL the hunky sweeties!

    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?

    He'd never go for a girl like me. But that doesn't mean I can't dream, right?Leo: It's nearly impossible to teach with Carmen standing nearby. She's gorgeous, smart, and funny--and I'll do whatever I have to in order to make her mine.Sometimes matchmakers needs a little help. That's why Mona Zaftig has recruited Zara and Krissa to assist in matching couples. They'll learn the ropes as they work to help alpha men find the curvy women of their dreams!Each book in the series is a complete, standalone story.This is a sweet but sexy short story romance, complete with insta-love and a guaranteed happily-ever-after. If you’re looking for an escape from everyday life with an alpha older man and the curvy BBW younger woman that he loves, this is the book for you!

    Owning the bake shop my parents always dreamed of means everything to me. And when opening day happens, I think I've finally got everything I've ever wanted. Until he walks in and reminds me of what used to be. Tall, dark and dangerous - that's what Caleb has always been. For my heart, at least. But when he places a special, sweet holiday order for his mother, I can feel my defenses crumbling just like the biscotti I'm teaching him to make. Can I save myself this time? Or will my heart be broken all over again?CALEBAn unexpected trip home turns my holiday plans upside down - especially when the girl I can't forget has come home too.I should have known my mom was setting me up, but I walked right into her sweet little trap. When I see Melissa standing behind the counter of the brand new bakery in town, I can't help but remember that she's the one that got away. Her curves are still as delicious as they used to be and I can't deny I want a taste. Can I convince her to give our love another try? Or will she get away one more time?Sugar & Spice Nights is a multi-author series of holiday inspired instalove stories with curvy women and their hot guys. Come find out how steamy and sweet the nights can get today!Don't forget to meet ALL the hunky sweeties!

    It is the third in the Lonely Hearts Club series.SavannahI’ve just moved into a new place that I love.Spying on my hot neighbor is just a bonus.The only downside is now I’m alone on Valentine’s day.When I go to the local shelter to find a four-legged companion, I’m surprised to see my hot neighbor works there.He’s even hotter with a puppy in his arms, and makes me feel like a naughty neighbor.But will the reality of him live up to my fantasies?WyattWorking at the animal shelter is fulfilling.But there’s still something missing in my life.When a beautiful woman moves in next door, I’m not sure how to make my move.Luckily, she comes into my workplace looking for companionship (and I’m ready to give it to her).She’s curvy, sweet, and makes me feel like a naughty neighbor.Now I have to convince her that our fantasies can become reality.Be My Series are flirty, fun Valentine's stories from some of your favorite shorts authors. No cheating. No cliffhangers. And a happily ever after guaranteed.Be My Handy Mechanic- Ally CrewBe My Sexy DILF- Beatrice BraeBe My Naughty Neighbor- Liz FoxBe My Grumpy Mountain Man- Lana DashBe My Dishy Doctor- Kate TilneyBe My Charming Prince- Elsie JamesBe My Burly Bartender- Barbra CampbellBe My Dirty Billionaire- L. NicoleBe My Flirty Firefighter- C.L. CruzBe My Bad Boy- Tarin LexBe My Private Chef- Sadie KingBe My Romantic Nerd- Brynn Hale

    He's a firefighter who loves the unexpected. Will the sparks between them amount to something more?AndyAs a photographer, I’ve endured more weddings than any single woman should have to.But I love my job, even if it is a little routine.Then I land a gig shooting promo materials for a local firefighter bachelor auction.I expect it to be a fun opportunity, but not much more.That is, until one smokin’ hot man in particular catches my attention.Dean Wilkins is sexy, confident, and makes me want to slide down his pole.Can I trust him with my heart, or am I just playing with fire?DeanBeing a firefighter has been my lifelong dream.Part of what I love about it is that I never know what to expect.And the photographer who comes to take promo pictures is definitely a surprise.Andy Sutherland is curvy, creative, and sets my pants on fire.Now I have to convince her that what we have is worth bidding on.

    

    I'm ready to settle down and start a family.My new commission comes unexpectedly at Christmas time, but my parents are on a Caribbean cruise. Not wanting me to spend Christmas on my own, my mom contacts her best friend and makes arrangements for me to join them for their Christmas vacation New Orleans.Honestly, I'd have rather been on my own, at home, instead of travelling to yet another new city.And then I see Marian. My mom never said her friend's daughter grew up to be such a beauty, not to mention an ambitious teacher who's devoted to being the best educator she can be. Between her brains, her beauty, and her wicked curves, the only question is how fast can I get her under the mistletoe and give her the first of a lifetime of kisses?Beignets and Mistletoe is book 2 in the series A Cajun Christmas. This is a short and sizzling romance, perfect for a pick-me-up during your day or just before bed. Guaranteed HEA, no cheating, no past relationship drama -- just two people discovering their perfect match and starting a sizzling future together.A CAJUN CHRISTMAS is a series of short & steamy standalone romances! Make sure to check out all the books!Wild Jazz and Mistletoe by Beatrice BraeBeignets and Mistletoe by Lana LovePralines and Mistletoe by Kate HuntBourbon under Mistletoe by Alice May BallCaroling and Mistletoe by Lauren Milson