Years later, they've climbed so high and lost so much, but one thing hasn't changed. The attraction that simmered between them in a locker room before is still there. With success like theirs, everything has been possible... except them.That was then.But what about now?*Hoops Holiday Collection consists of FULL-COURT PRESS, a HOOPS novella originally published in the TEAM PLAYER Anthology. It has been expanded with all-new, never-before-published content & epilogue.It also includes Christmas-themed short stories for characters from LONG SHOT and BLOCK SHOT, books 1 and 2 of the series.

    This is more like some old country song. A song about a man and a woman who’ve already lived through great highs and lows. A man and a woman who’ve reached their fifties and who, despite humble beginnings have achieved great things in different ways. He’s had an amazing career as one of country music’s biggest names. She’s raised a daughter and given her everything she needed to go out and succeed in the world. They’ve both given their all to their chosen path in life, and when those paths cross, two lonely hearts finally see their chance at true happiness. It’s hardly a spoiler to say that an old country song might end with the sun setting over two rocking chairs on a front porch. You’ll have to pick up your copy of this heart-warming romance today to find out if Marianne and Clay’s story ends that way. This book is intended for readers aged 18+ Summer Lake Silver is a new series featuring couples in their fifties and older. Just because a few decades—or more—have skipped by since you were in your twenties it doesn’t mean you can’t find love, does it? Summer Lake Silver stories find happily ever afters for those who remember being thirty-something—vaguely. Summer Lake Seasons A return to the wonderful small town so many readers have grown to love. We'll see our old friends around town and they'll feature to a greater or lesser extent in the new stories. I want you to be able to catch up on their lives if you know them - and to not feel like you're missing anything if you didn't read the original series. Angel and Luke in Take These Broken Wings Summer Lake Original Series Book 1: Love Like You've Never Been Hurt - Emma and Jack Book 2: Work Like You Don't Need the Money - Pete and Holly Book 3: Dance Like Nobody's Watching - Missy and Dan Book 4: Fly Like You've Never Been Grounded - Smoke and Laura Book 5: Laugh Like You've Never Cried - Michael and Megan Book 6: Sing Like Nobody's Listening - Kenzie and Chase Book 7: Smile Like You Mean It - Gabe and Renée Book 8: The Wedding Dance - Missy and Dan's Wedding Book 9: Chasing Tomorrow - Ben's backstory with Charlotte Book 10: Dream Like Nothing's Impossible - April and Eddie Book 11: Ride Like You've Never Fallen - Nate and Lily Book 12: Live Like There's No Tomorrow - Ben's story Book 13: The Wedding Flight – Smoke and Laura’s Wedding Remington Ranch series Meet the sexy brothers of Remington Ranch! Just like in SJ's Summer Lake Romance series you can expect a story that is both sweet and steamy! Book 1: Mason Book 2: Shane Book 3: Carter Book 4: Beau Book 5: Four Weddings and a Vendetta A Chance and a Hope series. These are NOT meant to be read as standalone stories and need to be read in order. Book 1: Chance Encounter Book 2: Finding Hope Book 3: Give Hope a Chance The Hamiltons Series This series follows the Hamilton family in California wine country. If you recognize the name Hamilton it’s because this is Smoke’s family who own one of the largest wine growing and distribution businesses in the country.

     When he left me, I didn't let him see me cry. But I still hate his guts. Eight years hasn't changed that. I hate his cocky smirk, with that deep dimple on his cheek he thinks is so charming. And I hate the way my body still melts at the thought of him. Now he's back in Reckless Falls. Flirting with me, charming me, driving me wild. I still hate him. I still want him. Nothing has changed... Has he? Author's Note: This is a quick, sweet and steamy novella set in Reckless Falls. No cliffhangers and a guaranteed HEA! Please Note: This story previously appeared in the Bad Boys Under the Mistletoe collection, where it was titled By The Fire. If you own that collection, you have already read most of this story, but I have rewritten it for re-release with a brand new prologue and epilogue.

    Strongest among them? Her recollections of Logan Chase, Emily’s first love, to whom she gave her heart one magical summer, only to have it broken when she never heard from him again. Logan had never forgotten that summer romance and can’t believe it when he finds Emily packing up the little cabin that he has recently purchased for renovation. Despite the passage of years and their stormy history, Emily and Logan can’t deny the fierce attraction that still sizzles between them…Will one snowy night together be enough to melt her frozen heart and give them both a second chance at love?

    The last thing sweet Sky needs is a stripper for a boyfriend. So, why do I crave her so much?I never intended to become a stripper in Las Vegas, but the ladies love my act.When innocent, beautiful Sky shows up in Sin City and declares that she’s ready for a night of wild abandon, I don’t have the willpower turn her down.There’s only one problem… One night with the woman of my dreams isn’t nearly enough.Make that two problems… Her protective twin brother is going to strangle me when he finds out about us.Can Saint convince Sky that he’s worth risking her fragile heart, or will their differences block the path to happiness? Find out now in His First Time: Saint.The Hot Shots of Romance Quickies are scorching short stories featuring sexy heroes, curvy heroines, seductive insta-love, sizzling bedroom scenes, and satisfying happily-ever-after endings. Start anywhere. Binge-read them all. Grab Saint now and enjoy a perfectly-portioned taste of steamy romance to satisfy your craving.

    Megan hopes that a new job, a new school, and the slower pace of life on the island will be exactly what she and her son need to heal and move on. Despite her difficult marriage, Megan desires to find love and build a new life on the idyllic island.Josh Reynolds moved to Charlotte Island to join the police force and begin a new life of his own. But when his girlfriend abruptly left him, his heartbreak raised a struggle with past troubles that now threaten to overtake him.When Megan runs into her former high school sweetheart Josh at a local coffee shop, it ignites an old flame. Josh’s fondness for Megan results in his own excitement at reconnecting with his past love. Can Megan and Josh find love again as adults? Does Josh have the strength to overcome his struggles, or will it destroy their second chance at love?

    It could cause you to pee your pants... Most of all... It could cause your mind to escape from the stresses of a long day.*I’m the type of girl who turns crimson red when she hears the word penis, so just imagine what happens when I have to say it to a crowd of strangers. Yes, I turn red and then here comes the clumsy state of mind. My life is always upside down, but it’s because I’m Charlie— the clumsy, and somewhat curious girl who gets herself into weird predicaments, and that’s how it’s always been. Oh, did I mention my hot boss who I might be in love with thinks I’m a stripper by night? Guess I didn’t, but I’m sure it’s a misunderstanding. This is why I should’ve stuck to my motto of not mixing business with pleasure, it’s either going to backfire or end up being the best thing I’ve ever done.

    But Nathan was apparently straight, and Owen was too busy with other guys to take his crush seriously. When Nathan moves back to Bristol after a year away, Owen hears that Nathan has come out of the closet, and he propositions him. Nathan doesn’t want to be just another notch on Owen’s bedpost, though, so he challenges Owen to prove he can be serious: five dates before they have sex.Owen doesn’t think that sounds too difficult. He’s expecting Nathan to find his charms irresistible anyway. But as they grow closer, Owen begins to care more about proving himself to Nathan than he does about getting him into bed.Word count: 31,000 approx

     She looks like Tinkerbell and thinks like Wonder Woman. Her latest trip, a month in Italy, is coming to an end when she spots an old friend across the piazza. Fig Dragoni, heir to an iconic Italian tire company always lusted after the funny girl he went to high school with in Manhattan. But his shyness got in the way. Now years later a chance meeting ignites an old spark. He’s not going to blow his chance this time. When the two embark on an Italian adventure, all the walls come down and passion storms the castle. La Dolce Vita! *A Standalone Love In Italy Novella*

    With an important deadline looming, plus her dreaded Christmas Day birthday, Starr just wants the holiday to end. But when she wakes up Christmas Eve night to the ghost of Christmas Past, Present, and Future—all in the form of the super-hot Matt Landry, the new art director—she knows she’s in for a long night.Matt is the one person on Starr’s team she can’t boss around and the only one she doesn’t need to. He’s also her employee and totally off limits, even if he does seem interested. Though he’s seven years younger and all kinds of forbidden fruit, he’s the form the Powers That Be decided she’d be receptive to.Because they have a message for her: learn the true meaning of Christmas spirit or risk being alone for the rest of her life.

    A heartless capitalist. I don’t care. All I care about is winning and making money. That’s how it works on Wall Street. And that’s the only way I can get respect from Don Giovanni Fancelli. My father. I always work alone and it’s always worked for me. Until I had to interview her. That’s when I knew I was in trouble. Vicky is beautiful and independent, but above all, she’s smart and has the mindset of a hustler. Just like me. I can't deny the attraction I feel for her, but let’s be honest: she’s an outsider. The family will never accept her. And she’ll probably never accept who I really am. Meet Enzo and Vicky in this witty, flirty, steamy new adult romance packed with action and suspense. And a bit of humor too. This book contains a dominating alpha male hero, a strong independent heroine and scenes of a sexual nature.

    Instead, his SEAL teammates have all found love, while he’s still playing the field. And to be honest? The field is full of certifiable nutcases.When his teammates offer to set him up, Jackson figures what the hell? It’s not as if he has anything to lose. Several overeager, overdone, or just plain oversexed women later, he’s almost wishing for a long deployment—maybe to Mars—to escape the parade of disasters sent his way.That’s when the denim-clad rear end of his neighbor’s smart, sassy, green-eyed gardener catches his eye. Except she wants nothing to do with him. Little does she know a SEAL knows a thing or two about playing in the dirt…Warning: This very short freebie does not include a happily ever after. Be prepared to commiserate with a sexy SEAL on his journey for love. But don’t worry—he’ll find it soon!

    With a freak ice storm, close quarters, and a tiny surprise wearing pigtails, he may be getting more for Christmas than he bargained for.*Fire Over Frost is a 15,000 word, Over Series short story, previously released in the Hot for the Holidays Anthology. It can be read as a standalone. ALSO INCLUDED: a sneak peak at the third novel in The Over Series, Storms Over Secrets.

    And she isn’t the only woman at the pool drooling.Right about the time her gaze drops to check for a wedding ring—which, from bitter experience, she knows doesn’t mean squat—one of those kids plows into her from behind. Sending her in an ungraceful belly flop right into the deep end.When the sleekly tanned lifeguard literally falls into his arms, her mouth opening and closing like a landed fish, Ving Duncan’s special forces training kicks in. It’s clear she needs air, and she needs it now.The moment their lips collide, he wants her, all strings attached. By the time he finds out who she is—his comrade’s little sister—it’s too late. He’s hooked, and he’s already planning his next mission: to get her to say yes. To a date. Maybe to forever…Warning: A whirlwind romance so hot and breathless, it could leave you needing a little mouth-to-mouth…

     Next thing I knew he had me bent over my own countertop. Nolan is back in town, And I never planned on making him stay... But the world works in mysterious ways. Who knew having a crush for over a decade would blossom into something so amazing?