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Single Dad’s Surrogate


Izabella Brooks - 2018
     A quintessential rebel, Zachary Booth has no qualms about living off his family’s money while cavorting with a different woman every night. Things change, however, after his grandfather passes away, leaving behind a will that completely cuts him off until he produces an heir. A notorious playboy with a firm aversion to marriage, there’s no way he’s going to give up his lifestyle anytime soon. Which is exactly why he hatches up the perfect plan: find a surrogate and find one fast. Lacey Woodard knows what it’s like to get kicked in the teeth. That kick just happened to come in the form of her ex-husband cheating on her and getting his mistress pregnant. Heartbroken, she decides to let her guard down for once and have one night of unbridled passion with a devastatingly handsome stranger to drown her sorrows. But the electrified passion that flares between them takes both Lacey and Zack by surprise, and before they know it, they’ve embarked on a full-fledged romance. But what happens when Zach’s plan catches up with them? *** This is a standalone Novella with a HEA *** Your copy of "Single Dad’s Surrogate" (approximately 36,000 words) includes a BONUS BOOK.

Ashton: BWWM, Single Parent, Secret Marriage, Billionaire Romance (Members From Money Season Two Book 67)


Katie Dowe - 2021
    

His Billion Dollar Proposal (Billionaire Diaries, #1)


Janine Taylor - 2020
    She prides herself on always being put together with the perfect outfit, hair, and makeup, as image is everything in her business. She has big plans for her future. Imani has zero time for a man! All of her energy is focused on her business and employees who she considers family, until the moment that the arrogant billionaire Theo Warrens graces the doorway to her salon with his presence.Theo Warrens is a billionaire tech mogul with a meddling mother. After turning his back on the family’s established law firm, he decided to take a major chance on a tech invention of his own creation which made him a billionaire. Forever in the limelight, he needs to always be looking his best. However, an unexpected botched hair job has him turning to Imani to save him.Soon after, Theo has a tempting proposal for Imani that has her in two minds.Theo is not a man used to being ignored or not catered to at every turn, so Imani’s indifference to him intrigues him.Will Imani put running her business on hold and accept Theo’s offer? Will sparks fly between them? Or will she turn down the handsome, bossy billionaire?Find out in this brilliant BWWM romance book by Janine Taylor of BWWM Love.

The Rancher


Olivia Saxton - 2019
    Her travels lead her to Texas and into the arms of a lonely rancher who is afraid of love. With patience and understanding, Faith breaks through Adrian’s walls. The happy times doesn’t last long when Adrian Matthews and his family are setup to lose the Lone Wolf Ranch and their freedom. By a twist of fate, Faith gets the upper hand to stop the troubles that has plagued the Matthews family. However, is she putting herself in danger for the rancher she loves? Warning: This work of fiction has explicit language and graphic sexual scenes.

Shelter


Shay Violet - 2021
    They’re all partnered up, but settling down has never been my thing.Now...would I mind someone warming my bed at night? Definitely not.But I don’t want kids, or a family.Then, I meet her.She’s beautiful. She’s a single mother. And she’s not afraid to call me out on my bullsh*t.There’s a storm coming and she’s focused on protecting her family.I know I shouldn’t get involved. She doesn’t even like me.But I just can’t walk away.For some reason, I want to protect her...and her kids.

What Matters Most (Hero's Crossing)


Reana Malori - 2014
    Sierra Walker, a single mother raising a nine-year old son, wanted more from life than what was in front of her. A school project for her son would bring Major Knight into their lives and give them all something they never knew they needed...each other.

Secrets & Lies


Tia Sirrah - 2020
    I always fall for the bad boys, the players, the men with "red flag" written all over their gorgeous faces. I should've learned my lesson after having my heart eviscerated into tiny, unrecognizable pieces. But no, not me. That would be way too simple, and my life is nothing but.Luca Fiore is Manhattan's Prince. He's sex in a suit personified, and he's also my stepbrother. I've moved back to New York, and he's offered me a place to crash until I find a place of my own. What could possibly go wrong?My subconscious screams, "EVERYTHING!"With his piercing gray eyes, sharp jaw, and dark hair, Luca makes me weak in the knees. And I would gladly get on my knees for him.Five years ago, I left home with a broken heart and a lifetime worth of sins. Now, I'm back with a naïve hope that I can make things right. How I expect to do that when I have no intention of confessing my sins remains to be seen. One thing is for sure. I have to stay away from the one person who was why I left home in the first place — the man who once called me his Achilles. His flower. His secret. His stepdaughter.I'm not the good girl in a love story. I don't deserve a happily ever after. I have secrets on top of secrets on top of secrets. I've sowed, and I've reaped, and something tells me karma isn't done with me yet.This is a BWWM contemporary romance novel. ***Warning: Contains mature subject matter. TRIGGER WARNINGS: rape, pregnancy-related issues

Can’t Live Without You


Cadence Williams - 2020
    Not many know Li-Jun, the CEO of a high-flying, modern tech company, who is as robotic as the technology he works on…Not even his assistant of 6 years, Regina!Sure, Regina knows his routines and habits, but everything else remains a mystery!Li-Jun doesn’t seem to appreciate her, and her heart has had enough trying to dig through his icy interior!But one day without Regina has Li-Jun realizing that he depended on her more than he thought…And now he must learn what he truly wants, if their relationship is meant to function…But is Li-Jun ready to face what’s really in his heart?Or will he once again push Regina away from finding out who he

Billionaire's Black Surrogate 1


Ciara Cole - 2015
     The offer is simple. All Ciara has to do is play girlfriend to a handsome, mysterious white billionaire and have his child. The prize? One million dollars. What starts out as a coldly defined contract, starts turn in something much more. Feelings develop, and the business deal changes for the worst. Can Ciara stop from falling for the powerful billionaire? Can she be anything more then a surrogate to this wildly powerful man? *This story contains very steamy, adult scenes with a powerful alpha billionaire. Not intended for anyone under 18.

Devilish Games (Devilish #3)


Kasey Martin - 2018
    She exudes confidence and is the most vibrant woman you would ever meet. Except it’s all a farce. Elyse is hiding in plain sight. She has secrets. Deep, dark, dangerous secrets. And there is only one person in the world that can see through her façade, and he is busy playing games with her heart. Harper Price is a traveling, fun-loving playboy. He’s mischievous and sometimes arrogant. Except it’s all a cover. Harper knows how to blend in. He lets people see what they need to see. He has secrets. Deep, dark, dangerous secrets. And the one person that needs to know his secrets, he has been playing games with to keep her safe. When their secrets collide, and their past comes back to haunt them, there will be nowhere to hide. Love will be made, lives will be lost, and games will be played. Be advised this BWWM book is full of suspense, betrayal, steamy sex, love, and very strong language.

Twins by Her Billionaire Boss


Cynthia Shaw - 2019
     Jody Jones, 25, is the receptionist to one of the largest online retail stores in the city. Even though she’s been there for four years, she has every intention of moving up. She’s smart, motivated and finally feels ready to prove herself. If only her boss, Todd James, didn’t flirt with her so much. She likes him, but she would never do anything to jeopardize her future in the company. Then, on one night, all that changes. As her personal life starts to crumble, Todd’s flirtations become too hard to ignore, even though she knows she should. One mistake changes her life forever. Was Jody just another name on Todd’s conquered list? Will serial flirt Todd want anything to do with his twins? Will Jody want to keep her unborn twins by a man she doesn’t love? Find out in this steamy BWWM book by Cynthia Shaw of BWWM Love.

Obsession


Linda Verji - 2019
    She’s everything he wants in a woman; gorgeous, generous, warm and she makes him smile every time he sees her. Unfortunately, she’s also his best friend’s little sister aka seriously off limits. He can’t have her. That is until heartbreak and drinking together leads to one unforgettable night of passion. Lex has an empire to run and a friendship to keep… so why can’t he get Freddie off his mind. She’s the one woman he shouldn’t want… so why can’t he forget how right she feels in his bed? Or how much he wants her there, not just for one night but forever? Being together might be against the rules… but being apart is impossible.

Fifty Shades of Greek


Amaya Black - 2019
    Immediately, she falls in love with this tiny infant who becomes her sunshine in a dark world. Then comes the child's uncle, Darien Kiriakis. He makes power moves in Allanah's life and forces her to either give up the child or become his mistress in order to keep access to baby Alexander. As the two begin to forge a family unit for their shared nephew and come to rely on each other, does love begin to blossom?

Her Lost Daughter


Raven Rivers - 2019
    The only problem: her daughter was adopted by one of the most powerful billionaires in NYC. Shannon Chastain has been through hell and back- literally. Trapped for seven years in the basement of a madman, her only solace at the time was the baby that she bore in secret. Her kidnapper was never caught but now that she’s free, she’s determined to track down the child that was ripped away from her. The only hitch? Her daughter has now been adopted by one of New York’s most powerful billionaires. Single dad Connor Adams dotes on Molly, the child he adopted seven years ago. There’s nothing he wouldn’t do for her, which is exactly why it’s so unsettling when a complete stranger turns up on his doorstep, claiming to be her mother. In spite of his reservations, however, Connor cannot deny the insane chemistry between them. When the unexpected spark between them makes them think about becoming a real family, Shannon cannot help but hope for a better future. But what happens when her kidnapper suddenly reemerges, determined to destroy everything just to win her back again? ****This is a standalone novel with a touch of steam and HEA.****

Love Thy Neighbor


Kimberly Smith - 2017
    She was blessed to have two mothers in her lifetime and she lost them both. Kayla lost her birth mother to a world where circumstances and choice played a large factor. She lost her adopted mother to the power of love. Kayla has a big heart but hasn’t allowed anyone outside of her family to get close to her until she meets her neighbor, Daniel.Daniel Shore’s life has always been filled with love, but he has not felt excited about anything for a long time, other than cooking. His parents wanted a stable future for him, and that is exactly what he has. He has been content with his life. He has a well-paying position in a top-rated accounting firm. He is in the best shape of his life. It isn’t until he spies his new neighbor Kayla skinny dipping, that he realizes that his life is missing something, the love of a good woman.Daniel has never had an interracial romance, but his desire for Kayla opens him up to trying new thing. Kayla opens the door to Daniel in more ways than one. She lets him into her home and her heart.