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The Last Whelan: Whelan Brothers


Elisa Leigh - 2021
    Now she’s on the run with no one to rely on, or so she thinks. Her boss helps her escape to Ireland where she hopes she won’t be found. No longer at risk of being harmed, she’s welcomed into the Whelan family with open arms. Now she’s at risk of losing her heart to the gorgeous man staring holes into her, claiming she’s his.Sullivan Whelan is out of town on an assignment when it gets cut short and he’s sent home early. The second he walks into his apartment he knows something has changed. Walking into his bedroom he comes face to face with the gorgeous culprit. She’s beautifully broken and all his.Will Sullivan be able to convince Elise she’s everything to him and more before the past comes back to haunt them?

Tripped Up


Elyse Kelly - 2021
    Life of the Party, Connor Wolfe. He’s gorgeous and everything I’m not, pushing me to my limits in the best of ways.From the moment we met, I wanted to touch, taste, and feel every delectable inch of him. And I know he felt the same way about me because his body most certainly told me so.Our sexy week of fun, sun, and secret rendezvous by the lake has left every part of me aching for more. Unfortunately, Connor suddenly seems to have no interest in keeping things going when our trip ends.But I saw the longing in his eyes and felt the intense passion every time he touched me. Surely this vacation romance wasn’t completely one-sided… was it? Tripped Up is a stand-alone, romantic comedy with light angst and a HEA! It’s part of the Kismet Cove’s Singles Week Collaboration Series Coming September 2021! Looking for that special someone? Need to get away?Look no further! Join us for a Single's Week of mixers and adventures!From far and near, the more the merrier! Everyone's welcome! Twelve authors are bringing twelve brand new stories about finding love in all sorts of way and how the charm of this lake town brings people together. Known for its delightful allure, Kismet Cove is the perfect background to find The One!

Her Undercover Billionaire Boss


April Murdock - 2019
    A broke, big-hearted retail associate. Unexpected consequences. Anna Sharpe has suffered too much loss. In spite of that, she's still hopeful and believes in Christmas miracles. Her retail job has been a second home even though she could, and should, make more money somewhere else. The holiday season at Montgomery's Department Store is fun and she's looking forward to another year of joy at work. Michael Montgomery has also suffered loss. As the sole owner of the legacy left to him by his father and grandfather, he feels pressure to grow his business. But things in his comfy corner corporate office aren't so rosy. Struggles from within and worries about profits make him realize he needs to make some changes. He hears he's out of touch. One snap decision should help him remedy that problem. Going undercover, he poses as a new associate in his flagship store. Thinking he'll get insight into the business that will help him make better decisions, he's shocked at some of what he learns. But the biggest surprise of all is Anna Sharpe. He never saw her coming. Will Michael's secret be the thing that drives Anna away even though it's the very thing that brought them together?

SAGE: a mountain man, curvy woman short and sweet instalove romance (Mountain Man Animal Rescue Book 6)


Kate Tilney - 2021
    

What Happens in Vegas...


Kelli Callahan - 2021
    Tempting AF.Old enough to be my father,But I didn't care.I came to Las Vegas with no money to my name.No way to make it on my own.All I knew was the one place that made my dad smile.The only picture I had of him was in front of that iconic sign.But there was someone else in that picture.My dad's best friend.I didn't even know his name,Until he whispered it in my ear.By the time we made the connection, we were in over our heads...Kelli's Note: What Happens in Vegas is the first book in the Dad's Best Friend series. Each book is a standalone, so they can be read in any order.

Her Cocky Billionaire: A Curvy Woman Romance (Bad Boy Billionaires Book 4)


Liz Fox - 2021
    

Healing Hearts (Quinn Valley Ranch Book 27)


Kay P. Dawson - 2019
     Over the past year, all of her cousins and siblings have fallen in love, leaving her the sole focus of her matchmaking grandmother's attention. When one of the residents in the nursing home where she works asks Vicki to accompany her on a road trip, along with her estranged grandson, Vicki isn't sure it's a good idea. But, without her, the trip can't happen—and Vicki wants to be able to give the woman this chance to go back home one more time. But, the one problem is the grandson who has been absent for years. Can she ever trust that he has his grandmother's best interests at heart? After their less than ideal first meeting, they are forced to spend days on the road together, where they will both learn a lot about family, loyalty and forgiveness. Can hearts that have been hurting for so many years ever truly be healed? Or, will Vicki remain the one Quinn who will never find their happy ever after?

Lawson (Bad Boys of Daisy Hills #2)


Kali Hart - 2022
    

Shh... I'll Be Your Lover (Small Town Romances)


Annie J. Rose - 2021
    

Don't Forget Me


Frankie Love - 2021
    My stepdad was always a drunk – but he never tried to hurt me.Until last night.Now I have to run.I find a safe place to hide out for just one night…Trouble is, this cabin isn’t as abandoned as I thought.The owner – a man who’s big and thick in ways that make me feel safe – won’t like that I’ve broke into his home.I have to leave before he sees me… even though what I really want is to climb into his sturdy lap and ask him to protect me.Ask him to take real good care of me.The moment I start to run… I slip and fall.And my whole world goes dark.I can’t remember anything.But I hope he is the one to save me…

A Love This True (Jasper Lake Book 2)


Leah Atwood - 2018
    When she fell short, she ran rather than face her parents’ disappointment. Only, distance didn’t make her shame disappear. Caught between loneliness and independence, she struggled with the decision to return home. Plagued with guilt after missing her sister’s wedding, she finally goes home to Jasper Lake, but her life can’t return to what it once had been. Elijah Brewer had his future mapped out—attend seminary, marry a nice girl, then pastor a mid-sized church. Moving to a small town in the Adirondacks didn’t play into those plans, but when he was asked to act as interim youth pastor at Jasper Lake First Community Church, he saw an opportunity to build his resume before leaving for seminary, bolstering his chance for a better position after graduation. Nothing could have prepared him for Trixie Graff. Opposites attract, but will her shame ruin his future or will they both learn the meaning of grace? Jasper Lake Series: Not This Time- Prequel- ASIN: B01IFCYS2K- Drew and Amie Born to Love- Book One- ASIN: B079V68BNW- Landon and Jessa A Love This True- Book Two- ASIN: B07C1V44D2- Elijah and Trixie All That Glitters- Book Three- ASIN: B07G2XV89P- Mac and Phoebe What Matters Most- Book Four- Late Fall 2018- Hunter and Beth

Trick or Snowstorm (Tiaras & Treats, #14)


Megan Wade - 2020
    Something that would only be possible on Halloween, but could also lead to romance when the handsome, Mason steps in to help her out.As always, this Megan Wade book comes with her ‘Sugar Promise’. High heat, low drama, guaranteed.

Ryker


Flora Madison - 2020
    This weekend marks my last of my Airbnb tenants. They say every ending marks a new beginning. And when Mikey Amato steps out of her car, I’m awestruck. Love at first sight doesn’t describe it. The curvy city girl is the woman of my dreams. I left the hustle and bustle of the city behind me, But Mikey’s whole life is there. How can we make this work if neither one of us is willing to leave our current lives? The short answer? We can’t. Mikey: I write horror movies for a living, working my tail off, waiting for my big break. The well ran dry, and I needed inspiration. A weekend rental in the middle of the country sounded creepy! A chance to ignite my fears, but something else ignited. A spark for a woodsman named Ryker. But he hates the city for its grit and grind. I couldn’t possibly live without it. Pain only belongs between the pages of my scripts. And falling for Ryker Novak isn’t worth the risk of getting hurt. Insta Love at First Sight is a quick and steamy standalone romance series featuring alpha heroes craving BBW heroines. Each one hour short reads romance is jam-packed with Insta Love chemistry and safe, swoon worthy tension. Cuddle up on your coffee break, in the carpool lane, or when you need a steamy quick reads romance to hold you over. All books in the series are short reads standalones with an HEA guarantee!

Razor's Wildcat


Ciara St. James - 2021
    Different was the spice of life. Even when the beautiful dog trainer caught his eye, he did everything he could to stay away and to not respond to her smiles and conversation.Talia had never wanted a man like she wanted Razor, but at every turn, he ignored her or rejected her. She had to face it. He wasn’t interested. One night, he showed her something that made her think it was time to move on.When Talia disappears, Razor knows he’ll do anything to get her back and to show her how he really feels. Only when he does, can he keep from hurting her again? An angry act leaves her doubting him and what they have. Will she stay? Will she go and leave him a husk of a man? Only time will tell what the ultimate story is with Razor’s Wildcat.WARNING: This book is intended for adult readers. It contains coarse language, adult situations, discusses events such as stalkers, assault, torture and murder that may trigger some readers. Sexual situations are graphic. There is no cheating, no cliffhanger and it has a HEA.

Dashing Chef Daddy (Daddy's Little Girl Series Book 12)


Scott Wylder - 2021
    He thought the world of her.ChelseaI’m lucky to have my own online cooking show.I can pay the bills doing what I love.If only my mother saw it that way.What I didn’t expect was meeting a chef who respected my cooking ability.Let alone the head chef of one of the best restaurants in the area.Flynn was sweet and sexy as hell.I wanted him to be my Daddy.But when he comes onto my show and gets harrassed in the comments,Will he ever forgive me for putting him in that situation?FlynnI’ve been a long-time fan of Chelsea’s show.She’s so full of life and energy when she cooks.More than anything I want her to be my Little.Not that I’ll ever tell her that.I never tell anyone I’m a Daddy.But when I hear her mother yelling at her one dayI can’t help but feel protective.I would do anything to make her happy.Even open myself up to ridicule on her show.Dashing Chef Daddy is a short HOT ageplay romance featuring two consenting adults who are perfect for each other. It includes DDLG and ABDL elements, a touch of drama, and a sexy Happily Ever After. Enjoy.This book is part of a series of standalone stories about Littles and the Daddys that are perfect for them. These books can be read in any order.