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The Ugly Dukeling (Cosmic Fairy Tales)


Bex McLynn - 2019
    Her first glimpse of the handsome alien hybrid had her dismissing his crass moniker, until his abrasive attitude proved the gossip to be true. He was an arse, but an arse that she both needed and wanted. Thankfully, Cisnetta was one tough bird who never turned-tail and ran.Major Atrates Geswin, second-in-line to the Andrake dukedom, found himself locked in a skirmish with an astounding woman. Cisnetta Fowler handled his insults as if he passed her fluffy ducklings. But rather than softening him, she inflamed his Otar-alien side, spurring him to seize, to demand, to want… All that stood between his victorious claiming of her was a vicious, pet swan with a neck-wringing fetish.As far as Atrates was concerned, Cisnetta was his for the taking.----------------------Cosmic Fairy Tales is a collaboration in which several authors are retelling beloved tales with a science fiction romance twist. Each book is a standalone, containing its own Happily Ever After, and they can be read in any order. Be sure to explore the other titles in the collection:The Hunchback by Regine AbelThe Frog Prince by Tracy LaurenContaminated by Amanda MiloThe Ugly Dukeling by Bex McLynnJackie and the Giant by Honey PhillipsEscaping Wonderland by Tiffany RobertsRampion by Susan TrombleyThe Lion and the Mouse by Emmy Chandler

Dragon's Fake Mate


Amelia Wilson - 2020
    It’s especially painful watching him find a new mate every night. But Ingrid holds a secret power, one that could finally make him hers.Mason Amaranth has everything except for a mate. This billionaire playboy is itching to settle, and things look promising when a beautiful blonde shows up on his doorstep. But her lovely face hides deeply rooted secrets.An unforgettable night changes the course of fate, but Mason is bound by a watertight contract. He must make a choice…but only one.Will love or destiny prevail?

Max


Harmony Raines - 2019
    Resigned to life alone, they have each put all their energy into their careers. However, change arrives in the small but perfectly formed guise of baby Milly. Orphaned when her mother overdoses on drugs, Milly brings out the protective side in all three bear shifter brothers. Well, Jake might need a little persuading! But that's not all. When Milly's foster mom, Josephine, comes to visit, Max instantly knows she is his mate. Max is more than ready to open his heart and his home to Milly and Josephine. But Josephine has a hidden past, and as danger threatens, he will do whatever it takes to keep his new family safe. Josephine has a past she’d rather forget. But visions of the abuse she suffered at the hands of an ex-boyfriend, are impossible to wipe from her memory. Not that she’s let his actions prevent her building a good life for herself. One where she provides love and care for children in need. However, she’s never let anyone else in. She’s never allowed herself to trust another man. But now, Max tells her she is his mate. Josephine knows what that means. And she wants to be part of a family, a real loving family, for the first time. Can she open her heart to love? Just when she finds the answer to that question, her past finally catches up with her.

Dark God’s Avatar (The Children Of The Gods #59)


I.T. Lucas - 2022
    

The Duke She Wished For


Ellie St. Clair - 2017
    She’s a commoner hiding her true identity. Can they find their happily ever after at the masquerade, or will what separates them be too much to overcome when the final chime sounds at midnight?In this Cinderella story, Tabitha Blackmore yearns for a life of her own, free from her hostile stepmother and gold-digging step-sister. Tabitha creates some of the most noteworthy hats and accessories in London, but looks forward to the day she can break free from her current life and attend millinery school. When an opportunity arises to outfit the Duchess of Stowe, a chance meeting with her son could change Tabitha's life forever.For Nicholas Fairchild is a duke in name but not at heart. As his mother returns to society following her mourning period for his father, Nicholas dreads his responsibility to entertain vapid, fortune-seeking socialites and, eventually, find a wife. Then he happens upon Tabitha, who is everything he would have hoped for but nothing that he would have ever expected.But just as he starts to fall for her, she disappears from his life forever and he must begin his search for the woman he fell in love with at first sight.This Regency Romance contains some steamy content.Revised and updated as of July 2020.

Forbidden Bond


Rae Foxx - 2020
    I did my own thing, played by my own rules.Which is why after my dad died I ran away from everything, only to find myself in a small town, at a tiny bar, hustling drinks to the truckers that liked to sneak peeks of my boobs. They clearly thought I didn’t notice. Oh, I noticed, and if they were nice enough about it I might let them see more than some well-placed cleavage in the back room. Hey, a girl on the move has to take her needs into her own hands, and sometimes my battery-powered boyfriend just isn’t good enough. It was all a good time until one of those handsome bikers that passed my way wanted a bit more than a backroom boink. Damn it all, these guys are persistent.Except there is something about him that makes me want to be around him, and hug him... and kiss him. Not exactly what my internal ‘lone wolf’ is used to. Except it turns out, I’m not the ‘wolf’ in this equation at all… and Luke has been searching for me for a while. A Shifter Romance with secrets, mystery, and lots of pulsing muscles. Happily Every After Guaranteed!

Alpha Brute (Wolf Kings)


Sara Fields - 2022
    I was never meant to be his mate, but fate had other plans for me.I fought him as he carried me off, but there was no stopping him when he tore off my dress, spanked me and then punished me until I screamed his name into the sheets with his belt still tight around my throat.No amount of begging is going to save me from him. He’s going to mount and rut me like a savage beast and then he will mark me so that the world knows that I belong to him.Soon enough, I’ll know that too.Publisher's Note: Alpha Brute is a stand-alone novel in the Wolf Kings series. It includes spankings, rough, intense sexual scenes, and strong D/s themes. If such material offends you, please don't buy this book.

Fated Shifters: Romance Collection


Lola Gabriel - 2021
    

Alpha's Betrayal


Skye Wilson - 2022
    Until they reject you…Luna is sick of being an outcast. As the illegitimate daughter of a high-ranking official and her mother gone, she’s never felt wanted.Finding her fated mate was supposed to change everything. She’s known for six years that she and Marnet are mates, and tonight at the MoonMate ceremony, it’s time for him to stop acting like a playboy alpha and claim her as his.Only he does the exact opposite and humiliates her publicly with his brutal rejection. Then Luna is taken by Remus, another alpha whose clan launches a surprise attack during the ceremony. He’s captured all the other alphas except one—Marnet.Now Luna has a choice. Lead the enemy to Marnet or protect her mate. Remus treats her better than Marnet ever did, but Luna is convinced Remus is only using her to get what he wants. Marnet is still her mate.Although it wouldn’t be the first time she’s been wrong about love…

Heart of an Orc (Monster Hearts, #1)


Cara Wylde - 2022
    But then I find out IMRA stands for… umm… International Monster Research Association, and that… umm… alien monsters exist, and now I’m not even allowed to talk about my job at home!Deep breath. I can handle this. I’m a professional, and this is a great opportunity.Oh, what’s the job description? So glad you asked! It’s… let me check. Ah, right! Collecting test samples from a recently captured green-skinned beast that’s as tall as a mountain, a bit too growly for my taste, and could certainly break out of his cage if he wanted to.An orc. I’m to collect various bodily fluids from an alien orc.Deep breath. Don’t panic, Lou. Come on! You’re a professional. *sweat drop*

Chosen One Universe Volume One


Macy Blake - 2020
    All in reader-requested chronological order.Volume One:Sweet Nothings: The Chosen One PrequelMiddle school teacher Sam Baker’s life is turned upside down when he learns Vaughn, his former high school crush, is actually an alpha werewolf. When they rescue six orphaned shifter children, Sam joins forces with Vaughn to protect the children placed in their care. The future they dreamed of is now within reach, but only if they survive the sinister force out to destroy everything they hold dear.All or Nothing: The Chosen One Book OneSawyer Smith is completing his master’s degree and preparing to take on the world, and he’s hoping to take his best friend Draco along for the ride. There’s only one problem: Draco has a big, scaly secret, and it’s about to change Sawyer’s life forever. Sawyer is plunged into a fantastical world he never knew existed, filled with creatures of legend who are destined to be guardians of The Chosen One. When he finds himself attracted to all the guardians, Sawyer wonders if he should really be guarding his heart from the men he’s growing closer to by the day, or if he should give in and risk losing it all.Nothing Ventured: The Chosen One Book TwoAs a magical null, Sawyer Smith is woefully unprepared for the dangers that come with being part of the supernatural world. He’s human and vulnerable, even with the powerful, sexy guardians who have claimed him as their own. When a simple visit turns deadly, Sawyer’s mates whisk him away to the clan of the rich and powerful griffins. Danger lurks in close quarters and a new guardian is revealed. If Sawyer hopes to discover the ancient enemy hunting The Chosen One, he must survive the newest tests facing him and the magical creatures he’s grown to love.Includes bonus short stories:Santa TroubleSanta Claus is coming to town, and the kids are determined to keep their pack safe from him. Can Sam and Vaughn clear up the misunderstanding before the big day is ruined?The Trouble with LoveIt’s Valentine’s Day with the Jerrick pack, and Vaughn has big, romantic plans for Sam. But making plans when you have six kids is just asking for trouble.

Mismatched Mates


Melody Tyden - 2021
    So when the quarterback of the football team turns out to be her mate, she's not interested, and she assumes he won't be interested in her either. After all, what would a self-proclaimed bookworm and a dumb jock ever have in common?She predicts a quick and easy rejection, and they can both move on.Little does she know that Oliver has other plans. They may not seem like an obvious pairing, but Oliver wants her anyway. Can she hold off his advances, or will this mismatch turn out to be a perfect match after all?Part college romance, part werewolf drama, and utterly irresistible!Intended for mature audiences.

The Princess and the Alpha: A Shifter Romance


K.M. Carnoky - 2020
     One midnight after surviving a horseback excursion that went awry, she meets an alpha who rules over a pack of various rogues just outside her kingdom. These rogues have long been banished and are ostracized by other werewolves in various packs including her own. Their alpha also just happens to be the one person she is destined to be with...her mate.

Prince Of The Dark Fae


Lindsey Devin - 2022
    Nothing about serving the fae is easy. Or safe.Still, I thought I could have one nice thing. The pendant I found when I was young is my good luck charm and my secret. Until I forget to hide it at a ball and instead of bringing me luck it lands me in hot water.The King and Queen of the Light fae tell me it's stolen and that I have to return it. Only when I try it won't come off. The fae don't grant second chances. What they call me next makes my blood run cold.Witch.I'm not a witch. I'm a seamstress, a human, a nobody. Now I'm banished from the land of the light fae, leaving only one place to go.The Dark Fae’s Kingdom.Suddenly I find myself claimed by the dark fae prince. He's as handsome as he is deadly and I should be running from him. Only he and his kingdom awaken a side of me I never knew existed. I hunger for him, but every time he looks at me I can't be certain if it's me or the pendant he wants.This is the land of the dark fae, where every offer comes with a catch. Where trickery and cruelty are supposed to be celebrated. The grander the offer, the more wary you should be of the cost.The prince wants me to be his queen.But what will saying yes cost me?

A Blushing Bride for Christmas: A Curvy Girl Instalove Holiday Romance


Nichole Rose - 2021
    Oliver Goodson.It's all I've dreamed about since the day I met him.I just hope we can keep my dad from finding out our big secret until then.Otherwise, this baby may be the only one Oliver is able to give me.Because my dad is going to lose his mind.Will a secret baby and a grumpy daddy spoil this Blushing Bride's Christmas wedding? Not if her growly man has anything to say about it! A Blushing Bride for Christmas is a second-generation His Blushing Bride romance. It is part of the Holiday Belles series.Tis’ the Season to Get Married!Nine of your favorite romance authors have joined forces to bring you a world full of wedding bells and Christmas cheer!Each short and steamy story promises a happily ever-after, with plenty of mistletoe and snuggles by the fire. The question is, will you end up on the naughty or nice list?#TheHolidayBelles are ringing beginning December 1st!