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Her Rogue Bear


Clara Cody - 2016
    Now, she’s stuck in the small town of Kodiak Cliff with nothing but a crappy job and a new personal mantra: I don’t need a man! The only problem with that? The sexy, brooding bartender, Sean.Sean Thorne is a bear shifter without a clan. After abandoning his family and taking a dangerous secret with him, he accepted his fate as an outsider. No one could know who he was, no one could get close. But all that changes when Lacey enters his life, bringing to the surface all the feelings he prefers to avoid. Knowing that getting close to Lacey will put her in danger, Sean must keep her at a distance, no matter how much it hurts.When Lacey meets Sean, her personal mantra goes out the window. Sean is big, strong and hot-as-hell, but tormented and standoffish. He flips between drawing her in and pushing her away with both hands. But when a rogue bear shifter starts stalking the town, going at it alone is no longer an option for either of them. If Sean wants to keep the woman he loves safe, he must come to terms with the things he has done and the people he left behind.Her Rogue Bear is a steamy, thrilling novel that contains explicit love scenes.

Bear's Legacy


Juniper Hart - 2020
     I didn’t need my father, his money, or his Alpha bear legacy clouding over me and holding me back. I had almost forgotten about him, making it on my own as a solider and football player. If only he’d stayed alive, I might not have had to think about him again. Then again, if not for his untimely death, I never would have met Lucinda, the high-powered and stunningly beautiful lawyer who is trying to make me an offer I don’t want. However, I can’t resist her perfect lips, stunning eyes, and legs that go on for days… As much as I want her to go away, I know I must claim her as my own. Is fate conspiring against us as we strike a bargain that’s bound to end in heartbreak? Content Warning: Explicit love scenes and lots of sexy shifters. Intended for 18+ audiences.

Rogue Bear's Fated Mate: A First Time BBW Alpha Male Romance (Haven Bear Shifters Book 1)


K.R. Max - 2020
    Straight into the arms of possibly my worst choice yet. He’s huge, he’s sexy, and he growls... Rogue’s been doing a pretty good job of hiding from the world since he settled in Haven. There’s blood on his hands and he doesn’t deserve peace, let alone happiness. But then he sees her and everything changes. She’s lost, innocent, and his, and this rogue bear shifter will do anything to keep her. K. R. Max brings you dominant alpha men, sweet, strong women, and lots of very hot and dirty shenanigans. No cheating or cliffhangers and a guaranteed happy ever after, all in a short, intense read which is sure to raise your body temperature. If this sounds like your happy place, scroll up now and click that button! Then lock the door and grab a glass of wine (or ice water)! It's about to get hot in here!

Bear Necessities


Piper Fox - 2020
    Well, and the moose that chases her down in a forest. And maybe the enormous bear sniffing her right in the girly bits.Maybe she hit her head? Bear shifters aren't real. But as she watches him shift from big, hairy bear into panty-melting hot man she's rethinking that.Please let him be real.Who knew her Alaska getaway would turn into the best decision she never really wanted to make.

Fake Fiancé Furry Bear


Leela Ash - 2021
    Money has always been the answer for this prince, so why not now? He’ll just pay someone to help him get a mate… What could go wrong? He has faced down the biggest and the baddest, and is up against the worst the galaxy has to offer… How difficult can it be to find a mate? Pretty hard, it turns out…Small town girl, Sierra, is about to throw in the hat as a dating coach. She can’t even get her own man. Who is she kidding? That is until an almost unbelievable new client shows up. Get a boat load of money to help this total Adonis find a girlfriend? I mean, this guy could have any girl he wants… How hard could it be? Little does she know the direction things are about to take. And what is this about him being into bears? She’s not quite sure she heard him right…As the two of them start to fall for one another, secrets begin to lead to misunderstandings piled upon misunderstandings.Oh, and did we mention, the baddies wanting to destroy the innocent little town of Greenrock? (Actually, throw in the rest of Earth while you’re at it!)Can this unlikely pair solidify a new alliance in time to save themselves and the rest of the town…and planet? Or will this end up being the ultimate dating fail…?Jump in as we start a new adventure…Also included is a brief preview of Return of the Wolf ...This story contains no cheating, no cliff hangers, and of course has a HEA! ; )Warning: This ebook contains mature themes and language and is meant for 18+ readers only.Fake Fiancé Furry Bear is a Bear Shifter Romance that will appeal to lovers of paranormal, urban fantasy, shapeshifters, scifi, and, of course sexy sweet romance full of the “feels”. If you enjoy stories by Zoe Chant, T.S. Joyce, Harmony Raines, and Terry Bolryder we think you will enjoy this!

Wrangled Fate


Cecilia Lane - 2018
    She intends to question the owner, Ethan Ashford. Ethan's her last hope, but the tall, rugged bear shifter claims he doesn't know her brother. Never met him. Tansey's sure the smooth-talking cowboy knows more than he's letting on.Good thing she brought a gun.Ethan's sultry smile suggests he's imagining a hundred dirty things. He's amused by her gun, not at all concerned. If the handsome cowboy wants to pretend he can't recall seeing her brother, she'll fire off a round or two. A teensy bit of gunfire might jog his memory. He doesn't think she means business? Her brother's life is in danger.She'll show him business.The little whiskey-eyed spitfire pulls the trigger...Good thing she misses his boots by a country mile. Ethan had been having fun until that point, teasing her a little, trying to get to know her. But Tansey isn't interested in flirting. Most women think he's hot. Not this one. Tansey has questions and she demands answers.First off, her little, girly pistol has got to go. Her next shot might scuff his best boots. One quick move and she's his. The curvy girl is no match for his brute strength. Of course, she's mad as hell. He's got her wrapped up in a tight hold, keeping her prisoner. She'll need to stay put because he has a few questions of his own.Ethan's shifter instincts warn him Tansey's a terrible danger to the delicate balance he maintains with his shifter side. She squirms, fighting him hard. His bear stirs and snarls. Her lush curves and the honeyed scent of her silken skin confirm exactly what he suspects.This little spitfire is his mate.Then gunshots ring across the Montana range. Ethan knows Tansey's been set up.The danger to his feisty, fated mate is closing in...Step into the world of Shifting Destinies, where the men and women you meet might just be a little more than human. Their towns are protected by magic, and their hearts are open and ready for love. But watch your step - more than darkness lurks in the shadows.

Bear for Her


Samantha Leal - 2020
     Lone Reach may appear like just another small town, but there is something about it that leaves Chloe uneasy. Secrets and simmering tensions greet her at every turn. Still, she can't help but be drawn to Mason, and can’t seem to shake the feeling there is something inside of him that she has met before... With Chloe hiding a terrifying secret of her own and Mason determined never to fall in love again, will these two be able to overcome the odds and find love in the middle of the mountains? With fate seemingly pulling them together, and their own fears tearing them apart, can they navigate the perils of the towns rising conflicts to find a lasting bond? One thing is certain, they are about to embark on the bumpiest ride of their life, and EVERYTHING is at stake… There is also a brief preview of the first story in Cynthia Wilde's Burning Falls Shifters Box Set, Her Keeper Bear. This story contains no cheating, no cliffhangers and of course has an HEA! Warning: This ebook contains mature steamy shifter themes and language and is meant for 18+ readers only. We believe this collection will be enjoyed by fans of T.S. Joyce, Zoe Chant, Harmony Raines and Terry Bolryder…

All About the Bear


Bianca D'Arc - 2015
    The proprietor of the new bakery in town is clueless about the dual nature of her nearest neighbors, but not for long. It’ll be up to Sheriff Brody to clue her in and convince her to stay calm—and in his bed—for the next fifty years or so. Yeah, that might be enough. Then again, maybe he’ll keep her forever. * PLEASE NOTE: This NOVELLA first released in the LOVE EVER AFTER box set, which came out on September 15, 2015. Meaning - if you already have the box set, you already have this story.

Wild Homecoming


Liza Street - 2017
    Her butthole ex stole her credit info and the resulting legal battles have pretty much thrown her off guys forever. She gets along just fine with her online friend, Jackson, with whom she exchanges messages nearly every day. He’s safe because he’s always on the road and they’ll likely never meet in person.Mountain lion shifter Jackson Jaynes is willing to risk everything, even his relationship with his siblings, to return to the Dark Pines territory and meet the woman who sends him those funny, flirty messages. But when his return sparks a new wave of violence, he’ll have to decide whether to fight it out, or leave home again, in order to keep Summer safe.Content Warning: This shifter romance stands alone and has an HEA. It contains liberal usage of naughty language and sexytimes and is intended for adults.

Julius


Kim Fox - 2016
    The four Vega brothers were all traumatized by their father's experience with his mate and all vowed to be single forever. They have just returned from fighting overseas in the Shifter Special Forces to find out that their father has just died, and bad news turns worse when they find the will which states that all four brothers must get married and find mates within a year or they lose their beloved family ranch forever.After polishing off a bottle of wine to wash down the pain killers for the root canal that she just had, Ava King is feeling a little loopy. She OD's on some inspirational quotes on her Pinterest account and is feeling on top of the world. But when she wakes up her whole world comes crashing down. In the fog of her headache, she remembers that she left a message for her boss, quitting her job, sent a text to her deadbeat boyfriend, breaking up with him, and signed up to a mail order bride website in another state. So when she gets a call for a date, she has nothing to lose and drives the eleven hours from Seattle to Colwood, Montana.Ava and Julius meet on the mail order bride website and quickly hit it off. But as they're starting to fall in love the truth comes out and it rips them apart. Julius is in danger of losing the Vega Ranch but that's nothing compared to the threat of losing his mate.This is the first book in the paranormal bear shifter romance series: Vega Brothers (The Bear Shifters of Vega Ranch Book One featuring Julius). This can be read as a standalone book.No Cliffhangers. HEA. 18+

Wolf and the Fox


Lola Gabriel - 2021
    I took a job in a small town in Texas.The money was too much to pass up.Even though I am more than qualified to handle the job, I learn that I must share my responsibilities with Colt.He’s arrogant, cocky, and is the kind of wolf shifter that will stab me in the back.His wicked smile and god-like body draw me in.I can’t resist him.One night.I let go of all my inhibitions and have one night of unforgettable fun.Now, I’m in a lot of trouble.It turns out my new job isn’t what I thought it was.To make matters worse, I’m pregnant with Colt’s child.Escaping isn’t an option.I don’t know how to make my next move…

Her Detective Dragon


Alice Summerfield - 2018
    Storm dragon Grissom Hale had long ago resigned himself to a lonely life. But when he stops to rescue a beautiful woman from a long walk down a lonely stretch of road during a terrible storm, he finds the woman that he was made for: his soul mate. She’s the treasure that he wants most to protect, but can a human even feel a dragon’s mating bond? Ana Alves meets Grissom on the worst day of her life, while walking home from the worst date of her life. Detective Grissom Hale is handsome, kind, and shockingly rich. He might be too good to be true. But when Ana’s luck turns from bad to worse, Grissom Hale is the only thing standing between her and an unfortunate end… Her Detective Dragon is a complete, standalone novel containing a steamy romance between the Latina barista, who finds herself in over her head, and the storm dragon turned police detective that would do anything to protect her. If you like paranormal romance with a dash of mystery, don’t miss this exciting read!

Her Rancher Bear


Meg Ripley - 2021
    Mysterious. Has zero people skills.So why does he light every cell of my body on fire?The whole point in coming out west was to forget about my man, not to fall for a new one.Especially one that can secretly change into a bear.But when his truth comes out, Austin’s about to find out he’s not the only one hiding secrets.Steamy shifter love scenes and an HEA inside! No cheating or cliffhanger in this standalone romance. Readers 18+.

Rookie Bear


Scarlett Grove - 2019
    Tired of waiting, Stephanie takes a Christmas cruise to the Caribbean. As a rookie on the elite covert squadron Justice Squad, grizzly shifter Max Johnson hopes he can make up for his past. When disaster strikes Stephanie’s cruise, it leaves both shifters stranded on a tropical island. Without her voice, Stephanie can’t tell Max she believes he’s her mate. Meeting Stephanie interrupts Max’s mission and changes everything for the shell shocked shifter. Can Max save the girl, save the day, and learn to let himself be loved? Previously published as Little Puma's Christmas Adventure. This story picks up where Fate Valley Mysteries leaves off.

A Mate for the Dragon


Zoe Chant - 2017
    A peaceful vacation in a cabin in the woods seems like the perfect way to get some alone time and mend her broken heart. She thinks she can do without love in her life - at least until the drop-dead gorgeous Stefan walks into her life.Dragon shifter Stefan Novak is the last of his clan - and unless he finds a mate soon, his lineage will die with him. But Stefan knows that even if he finds his mate, she too will be in deadly peril from the rival dragon clan who is hunting him. He's made up his mind he won't seek out his mate, even if it means he'll be alone forever - but he doesn't expect his mate to come looking for him.The connection between Holly and Stefan can’t be denied, but old foes resurface, threatening to pull them apart. Can they survive the battle between rival dragon clans? Stefan's enemies will stop at nothing to defeat him - even if it means threatening Holly's life. Can he keep her safe and win her heart?Combining romance, action and a whole world of discovery, "A Mate for the Dragon" will delight fans of TS Joyce, Terry Bolryder, and Harmony Raines..Enjoy this steamy, action-packed standalone paranormal romance today! No cheating, no cliff-hangers, and a guaranteed HEA!