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    Steamy stories of love from New York Times and USA Today Bestselling authors, featuring a sexy CEO Millionaire, a passionate Navy SEAL, a ruthless fighter, a hunky ski instructor, an injured Army sergeant, a sensual artist and a self-sacrificing Marine. AT ANY PRICE by BRENNA AUBREY. An online virginity auction. A geek girl virgin. A sexy CEO. When he's the winning bidder, she gets more than she bargained for. Is he playing her or is he playing for keeps? First book in the Gaming the System series.KILLING HONOR by S.M. BUTLER.Returning home after a disastrous extended first deployment, Navy SEAL Brody Battles struggles with nightmares and government secrets building a wall between him and his wife, Devyn. But while they're adjusting to being a couple again and raising a young family he barely knows, an old enemy waits in the shadows, salivating for the sweet taste of revenge.THE WRIGHT BROTHER by MARIE HALL.From NY Times and USA Today Bestselling author, Marie Hall, comes a new Contemporary Romance, set on two continents and an almost three decade love affair full of pain, joy, and the knowledge that sometimes even destiny needs a helping hand... From the moment Julian Wright opened his eyes he could only see the world in shades of gray. Deaf and colorblind, he was a loner. Until he met his neighbor, Elisa Jane Adrian. The fractured part of his soul felt whole when she was around. But for Elisa the feelings she has for her much younger neighbor feels reckless and dangerous. Determined to put her dangerous desires behind her, she moves away to Ireland. There's only one problem, once a Wright sets their eyes on you, there's no going back...ever.HE'S THE MAN by M. MALONE. Matt Simmons is over Army doctors poking him until he finds out his new physical therapist is H-O-T. But Penny wants a settled suburban life, which means NO military men. Which means Sgt. Simmons just found his new mission in life. CAN'T SHAKE YOU by MOLLY MCLAIN. Carissa's gotten herself into a mess with an impromptu renovation project, and the only contractor available to help her out happens to be the one man she's never been able to forget. Josh is also her ex-boyfriend's best friend, therefore completely off-limits...unless they don't get caught.SHADOWBOXER by CARI QUINN. She's in for the fight of her life...To fund her new life with her baby sister, Mia Anderson wants one thing - to fight the reigning king of the underground MMA fighters, Tray Knox. Tray refuses to fight a woman until he learns that Mia's tougher than anyone he has ever known. He soon realizes he wants more from her than blows and blood, and he's willing to hit below the belt to get it. This battle's about to get dirty.CRAVE by VIOLET VAUGHN.Casey Cassidy knows what she wants. Determined to get over Jason and find a man that wants afamily, she moves to Breckenridge, Colorado.Landing a job skiing every day, Casey finds Blaine Johnson -a wish come true.  A hunky surfer turnedski instructor, he checks off every requirement on her list.Except for the one she forgot to add.Blaine has a secret.  A secret so big it keeps intimacy smoldering,when Casey needs fire.  No matter how hard she tries, the embers won't ignite.

    This year we’re back for a second helping, and you can indulge too! This stunning limited edition collection features thirteen BRAND NEW contemporary romances by New York Times and USA Today Bestselling authors...You can make a difference while you read! All proceeds from the sale of Sweet Seduction will be donated to the Diabetes Research Institute via Brenda Novak’s Online Auction for Diabetes Research.Featuring a foreword and a bonus book by New York Times Bestselling Author Lisa Renee Jones.From New York Times bestselling Author Lexi Blake comes LUSCIOUS, a novella set in her Masters and Mercenaries world. When Macon Miles meets sweet waitress Alison Jones, he knows she’s trouble, but he can’t imagine how her secrets will rock his world.Sparks fly in Texas when a soldier comes home to the girl he left behind in New York Times bestselling author Mari Carr's WAITING FOR YOU.Sex. Lies. Romance. Love. My life has it all. I do what I want, when I want and no one can stop me. This isn't a story of how I found my prince. Or my how my prince found me. This is my life. My diary. This is the true diary of 'that girl'. CONFESSIONS OF A SEXAHOLIC by New York Times bestselling author JS Cooper.New York Times bestselling author Nicole Edwards revisits Tag and McKenna, a power couple who have gone from infatuation to adoration in ADORED (Club Destiny #7.5).New York Times bestselling author Karen Erickson presents RED HOT NIGHTS a brand new, very sexy contemporary romance about finding love in the most unexpected places...When love is determined, it will always find a way. From New York Times bestselling author Megan Hart comes PERFECTLY RECKLESS, a new novel about love, lust, loss and rediscovery between two people who should never have fallen in love…or out of it. Spend some time with Nikki and Damien Stark in this sexy and sensual bonus story SEDUCE ME in J. Kenner’s STARK EVER AFTER series of novellas.When Random Acts of Crazy's bass player, Joe Ross, gets injured in an unfortunate sex act that gains nationwide coverage, it's tatted-up Tyler (aka "Frown") to the rescue for their first big concert. THE RANDOM TOUR: LOS ANGELES by New York Times bestselling author Julia Kent.For fans of such films as Vicky Cristina Barcelona and Wild Things comes a ménage romance posing the question, can two men share the same woman forever? UNCONVENTIONAL (The Manhattanites) by Avery Aster.With INDECISION, Elisabeth Grace brings you another hot story with heart that follows a small town's wild child and the police officer who tries to tame her--he has no idea what he's in for.From New York Times bestselling author Lauren Hawkeye comes THE BILLIONAIRE YOU KNOW, the newest tale in her bestselling Billionaire series.In STICKY by New York Times bestselling author Nina Lane, a plate of sugar cookies sparks an edgy, red-hot affair between married PTO president Madeline Collins and the hot, new school principal, who teaches her a very dirty lesson.From New York Times bestselling author Roni Loren comes WANDERLUST, the story of a magazine writer who needs to land the big story and the bad boy rockstar who’s determined to protect his band’s secrets. His plan? Get her off her game by getting her into his bed.And bonus book HOT SECRETS by Lisa Renee JonesDon’t forget to check out SWEET TALK and SWEET DREAMS, two more limited edition collections from Brenda Novak’s Online Auction for Diabetes Research... read and help the fight against diabetes!

    Her new husband won't invite her to the film set of his vampire-drama TV series. Peaches doesn't take no for an answer.The Real Deal by Elle CaseyWhen Melissa takes one last farewell tour of an internet dating site, and she sees a listing she can't ignore. She sends a quick note to the guy, congratulating him on his creativity. When he writes back, he makes her an offer that's ridiculous and impulsive, but what the heck ... you only live once, right?Handcuffed to the Stockbroker by Victoria WessexCurvy Wall Street protester Alice handcuffs herself to Mason, a "suit" who represents everything she hates. Forced to spend the day together, the friction between hot-headed Alice and cool, gorgeous Mason soon explodes.Edible: The Sex Tape by Cassia LeoMax Milan was destined for a decadent future. Then he made one tiny--epic--sex tape and it all came crashing down. Now he's trying to get back on his feet, trying to secure a deal that will put him back in the spotlight. Then she turns up.Can't Stop Wanting You: An Oakland Hills Short Story by Gretchen GalwayJody Lapinski is a plus-sized chemist with a problem. The despicable Simon Brogan has moved into the upstairs unit of her house. In high school, Simon was an arrogant, heartless jerk. She's not going to forgive him now just because he's gorgeous and successful. Not after what he did.Legal-i-Tease, A Lawyers in Love Short Story by N.M. SilberAdam and Lily Roth are on their way to a romantic honeymoon in Rio de Janeiro. When they arrive, the last thing they expect is to be treated like celebrities. Can the newlyweds survive their fifteen minutes of fame and finally consummate their marriage?Kiss Me Again by Juliet SpenserHigh school English teacher Rachel Chapman spends her free time writing naughty love stories just for fun. When her notebook falls into the hands of sexy, fun-loving Tyler Kalinger, Rachel will do anything to get her secret stories back.An Extravagant Proposal (Billionaires in Disguise: Charley) by Blair BabylonCharley Parkhurst has been in love with moneyed, gorgeous Ford Dalio for five long years. When Ford whisks her away for a weekend in Paris to crash a royal wedding, Charley thinks he might finally pop the question, but Ford has other plans.On the Road: A Ransom short story by Rachel SchurigDaisy and Daltrey finally have a shot at happiness. They just have to handle a national tour, the pressure of fame, Daltrey's bickering family, a few crazed fans, and the lingering demons of Daisy's past. Easy, right?Christmas Shopping for a Billionaire by Julia KentWhen Shannon is called to the mall to work as a sexy elf, her billionaire boyfriend, Declan, gets roped into playing Santa. The mall mommies start tweeting pictures, and soon everyone is crashing the mall to have a seat on Santa's lap.Love in Tune by Caitie QuinnMelissa Foehner is a rock star babysitter whose star has just disappeared. Now nothing will stop her from getting the show back on the road... Not even a broad set of shoulders and a smart mouth.Take Two by Daisy PrescottMaggie Marrion and Gil Morrow got a second chance at love. They discover the second time around is better than the first, especially when it comes to sex. Or at least it can be, with the help of magical blue pills. Surprised By You by Kelly HarperIt’s a big day for tattooed rock star Haden Cooper. His girlfriend, Maggie, wants to bake him a cake. But everything goes wrong, and Maggie finds herself in the most unfortunate situation.

    These are the memories that will never fade.Join nineteen fantastic authors as they pull back the curtain and give you a peek inside that one intense moment in their characters' lives when everything changes and nothing will ever be the same again.Featuring stories from some of the hottest names in New Adult, Young Adult, and Romance including New York Times Bestselling authors J.Lynn/Jennifer Armentrout, Molly McAdams, Sophie Jordan, and Carrie Ryan.NOTE: These stories are works of fiction. If you want to know about our first times, you'll have to buy us a pet monkey first.

    With excerpts from fourteen new, upcoming, and fan favorite Avon and Avon Impulse novels and novellas, including an introduction from Eloisa James.It Happened One Valentine's Day: An Avon Romance Valentine's Day Sampler includes excerpts from:The Trouble with Valentine's Day by Rachel GibsonOnce Upon a Tower by Eloisa JamesImmortal Ever After by Lynsay SandsTwice Tempted by Jeaniene FrostBride by Moonlight by Liz Carlyle"V is for Vampwoman" (from Vampires Gone Wild) by Kerrelyn Sparks"A Forever Love" (from Vampires Gone Wild) by Pamela PalmerTrue Love at Silver Creek Ranch by Emma Cane"Love Me Tender" (from Kiss Me: An Avon Books Valentine Day Anthology) by Cheryl HarperSaved by the Rancher by Jennifer RyanThe Earl in My Bed by Sophie JordanWhat Happens in Scotland by Jennifer McQuistonDestiny's Embrace by Beverly JenkinsThe Maclean Groom by Kathleen Harrington

    But growing emotions - and sizzling attraction - keep drawing them closer together. Close enough for them to wonder if stealing one more secret moment together can ever be enough? Lawful Lover from the Eternal Bachelors Club by Tina Folsom After their tumultuous barely-two-week relationship, Sabrina leaves her life in San Francisco and moves in with Daniel in New York. The adjustment is difficult and made worse when an old nemesis from San Francisco causes trouble for Daniel. To further complicate their lives, Daniel's ex-girlfriend Audrey resorts to deception to make Sabrina doubt Daniel's love for her. Fool for Love from Gansett Island by Marie Force
Joe Cantrell, owner of the Gansett Island Ferry Company, has been in love with Janey McCarthy for as long as he can remember. It was bad enough for Joe loving Janey from afar, but having her nurse a broken heart at his house is pure torture. Will he take advantage of this opportunity to show her what they could have together? And what will Joe's best friend and Janey's protective older brother Mac have to say about it? So This Is Love from Callaways by Barbara Freethy For Max Harrison, a homicide detective, love seduces and then destroys. His brother went to prison for love. His father left his family for love. Max is determined not to follow in their footsteps. Then he meets Emma Callaway, a sexy, courageous fire investigator, who turns his life upside down. As fires rage around the city, the heat between them ignites in a blaze of passion. Will it destroy them or will they finally get everything they ever wanted? Fight With Me from With Me in Seattle by Kristen Proby Jules Montgomery won't risk her career for mind-blowing sex, no matter how much her body and heart keep arguing with her. Reformed bad-boy Nate McKenna won't be brushed aside. She can fight all she wants, but he'll have her in his bed in the end.

    She hooks up with a bodyguard whose talents under the sheets make her melt. Until she learns that his motives are just as dangerous as they are wicked…Make Me Yours by Rhyannon ByrdAfter her father is murdered, a woman finds herself next on the kill list—and forced to reconnect with the one man who can keep her alive. And as danger stalks her, she’ll surrender herself to the lawman whose every touch leaves her breathless and exposed…

    Butcher and Stephanie Tyler and Larissa Ione, writing as Sydney Croft. Sydney Croft's special forces couple, Annika and Creed, work for the Agency for Covert Rare Operatives (ACRO), all of whose members have special powers, while Shannon K. Butcher's hero is an ex-Navy SEAL. But these fighting men and women have a gentler, protective side; hard-edged weapons when on active duty, they can be caring lovers, of special forces teammates or the civilians they protect.

    His intensity, his kindness. And the way he looks in those custom tailored suits. One night when he's outside my bedroom, I give him a sexy show. And in doing so, unlock pandora's box. The cost of my freedom may be the man I've come to love. Reasonable Doubt: Volume 1 by Whitney G.: My rules are simple: One dinner. One night. No repeats. This is only casual sex. Nothing more. Nothing less. At least it was , until "Alyssa"... She was supposed to be a 27 year old lawyer, a book hoarder, and completely unattractive. She was supposed to be someone I shared law advice with late at night, someone I could trust with details of my weekly escapades. But then she came into my firm for an interview--a college-intern interview, and everything f*****g changed... Step Back by Katie De Long When Malia's career as a professional ballet dancer ended, she burned a lot of bridges and hurt a lot of people, including her childhood love Ben. Now she's in the wrong place at the wrong time. What could be worse than ending up in your first love’s lap…while stripping at his brother's bachelor party? GLAMOUR contains eight exclusive never-before-seen novellas that each have an HEA... because they all lived happily ever after. "This story was lovely and so engaging, I could read it over and over. The flow of it and the prose had the elegance of a ballet performance. Somehow Rose's elegance flowed through her into the story. The ending was so incredibly romantic and fit the characters perfectly." - Ms Romantic Reads “I love a second chance at love story and this one warmed the heart. Miscommunication and unfinished business sees these two get a happy ending for now.” – Karen’s Book Haven “The Reasonable Doubt series is one of the most addictive series, if not THE most addictive series, I remember reading. If you haven’t read Reasonable Doubt vol. 1, read it NOW.” – Kathy Reads “Whitney could not have written a more intense or passionate duo. Everything about these two is scorching and they take that with them into every interaction they share. Their conversations and impromptu encounters radiate heat and need.” – Prisoners of Print

    Between teaching, volunteering, completing her PhD, and helping her best friend raise his daughter, Abby never gets the chance to be anything but nice. That is, until the all-wrong-for-her man she's only ever known from afar starts daring her to simply take that chance for herself. His sage advice? Try something wild and fast. Preferably him.An unbridled, hotshot attorney with a not-so-little black book, Connor Sullivan has earned himself quite the bad boy reputation. But in his defense, he's a very conscientious one. He knows far too well that sometimes in life, love isn't enough...or worse, not even a factor at all. To avoid that misery--and repel the drama--Connor has a firm 'nothing over a month' rule. Who knew a nice girl would be the one to make him want to break all his rules?BOOK #2: THE ONE SHE NEVER HOPED SHE COULD HAVE...Abby is well aware that everyone thinks she's in love with her best friend Brian. He is, after all, the type of man a nice girl should be with--the polar opposite of the bad boy--the kind of guy who didn't let his wife's decade-long illness stop him from showering her with a lifetime of love every second until her dying day. But everyone's wrong; she couldn't possibly be in love with him. Because she's never once allowed herself that option. It's taken a while but Brian Sullivan has finally come to terms with surviving the woman he spent half his life loving, a third of it losing. Truth is though, he wouldn't have 'survived' any of it really had it not been for Abby--sweet, incredible Abby--the woman he's never once had to picture his life without, never realized he couldn't truly live without. Until now. Now that he's finally able to love her the way she deserves, the way he knows she wants to be loved...by his brother. Who's giving him exactly one chance to speak now or forever hold his peace.BOOK #3: A DECISION SHE NEVER DREAMED SHE'D HAVE TO MAKE...In this third and final book of the NYT & USA Today bestselling trilogy, Abby must decide once and for all between the two brothers -- between the bad boy wanting to start a life with her and the good guy fighting for the life they've already built.Books in the NICE GIRL TO LOVE four-book series include:-- Resisting the Bad Boy (Serial Trilogy Book #1)-- Falling for the Good Guy (Serial Trilogy Book #2)-- Choosing the Right Man (Serial Trilogy Book #3)-- Finding the Right Girl (Nice GUY spin-off series finale)

    especially when your date could be the devil. My name is Bee Donnelly, and I'm a serial one-nighter. Carter Hughes is tonight's Kryptonite.One Night with Harrison by Heidi McLaughlin ~ Alicia Tucker has had her eyes set on Harrison James from the beginning and all she wants is one night to prove she's the one for him.A Vegas Love by Jillian Dodd ~ Boy (so freaking hot) meets girl. On that drunken night, they hook-up (twice), then decide to party in Vegas, and end up getting married. Consummate said marriage (quite a few times) then girl sneaks out in the morning.Lucky by JM Darhower ~ One night. That's all Maddalena Bazzoli has left before family duty kicks in. Tomorrow, she'll be a committed woman, so tonight? Tonight she's getting lucky and throwing caution to the wind.One Taste by LP Dover ~ All Luke wanted was one night with the girl he wanted, but didn't deserve. When he finally gets her, one taste might not be enough. Unfortunately, it's all he's going to get.Before the Wreckage by Melissa Collins ~ It's been eighteen years since David Andrews has seen Grace McCann. One night she's in his dream and the next she's in his reality.Hold It Against Me by Alivia Anders ~ Alyssa Grace is determined to settle an age-old score, one that Mason Weston will never forget. They say the easier way to get something out of your system is to indulge in the fantasy.Prelude by Anna Cruise ~ After a fight with his on-again, off-again girlfriend, the last thing Nash needs is a mysterious stranger knocking on his door in the middle of the night. Because as beautiful as she is, their encounter will only be a prelude to much uglier things headed his way.Thou Shall Not Fall in Love by AO Peart ~ What happens when a frustrated-with-her-love-life professional matchmaker meets a committed-to-celibacy divorce attorney? An explosive and delicious mixture of wild sex and brazen humor neatly wrapped in a friends-with-benefits agreement.Quintessence by Cameo Renae ~ One night. One stolen moment. One complete stranger. One bite. That's all it took to change Kate's life forever.A Frigid Encounter by Jennifer Foor ~ A winter storm brings a woman and man together during dire circumstances.One Night Wife by Kelly Walker ~ Cole wants one night with a pretty face before he deploys with his unit in two days, but the last thing he expects is for his childhood crush to open the door. With only one night to spend together, can they make up for a lifetime of missed opportunities?Only Once by Julia Crane ~ With only months to live, Meghan Clarke throws caution to the wind when she meets an arrogant stranger who makes her feel more alive than she has in years.A Night Worth Dying For by Lizzy Ford ~ In a city at the mercy of a serial killer, Alicia Donovan takes a chance on a handsome stranger - and will never be the same again. Erotic thriller.Finding Skye by Morgan Black ~ Skye Kellan just wants a body to snuggle up against during the lonely nights that remind her of a dark past. One night with a potential client, is exactly the release she needs. No nightmares when you don't sleep, right?Shattering all the Rules by Savannah Rylan ~ A rare night off. A girls night out. When Simon meets Carolina, neither can deny themselves any longer, and both decided it's time to shatter all the rules.Press Your Luck by SE Anderson ~ Marko Veltriv is used to getting what he wants, but there's always been one thing he knows even he can't have.Surprised by You by Steph Nuss ~ Tessa Wilder is in for a night of surprises when Justin Jameson offers her a ride home.

    He hits on her; she snubs him. The plane lands, but their journey is far from over…Bunsen Burner Bingo by Penny Reid: Katy Parker likes being the invisible girl almost as much as she obsesses over the campus golden boy, Martin Sandeke. But when she inadvertently overhears a nefarious plot about Martin, she'll have to overcome her fears and summon the courage to be seen.To Steal a Kiss by Pam Godwin: When petty thief, Addy Goldner, is caught with her hands in the pockets of a dark-eyed college boy on spring break, will he turn her in or punish her by stealing something for himself?Ricochet by Missy Johnson: He wasn't supposed to be anything more than a one-nighter to ease my broken heart...he also wasn't supposed to be my best friend's younger brother.Claiming Freedom by Dawn Robertson: Greyson Scott is exactly what Stella Lewis needs for a Spring Break to remember. But when the vacation is over and real life returns, she's shocked to learn he's one fling she can't seem to forget.Color Me Bad by Linda Barlow: Fleeing a dude with a shotgun, Rory McKay seeks help from bad boy townie, Griff O'Malley, only to learn that Griff may have murdered his last girlfriend.Invaluable by Alana Albertson: For Kyle Lawson, former NFL star turned Navy SEAL, a hot one night stand with a USO cheerleader ends in an early morning rescue mission. He will never win MVP, never get the Super Bowl ring, but some heroes don't play games.Bling Ring in Mexico by Carly Carson: When spring break fun turns into crime, Susanna must choose between chasing bling and chasing a hot dolphin trainer. But straight-arrow Joaquin has no intention of being the boy toy of his flighty classmate. Too bad lust has such a good grip on him.Contacts by Farrah Farside: Brooke thinks she's got the best she can get in Liam, but those closest to Brooke make her face the harsh truth: she's Liam's secret after-hours screw.Unbreakable by Nicole Blanchard: Stranded with her ex-boyfriend on an island during a storm, Rue Lawrence will either resist temptation...or surrender to it.Rained In by Cherie Blakeley: Stuck dog-sitting for her boss, Kiera Vane’s spring break plans are looking bleak. When a handsome stranger appears she panics, but soon discovers he’s the least of her worries.In a Daze by M-E Girard: Martie receives an invitation to a women-only evening from Daze, the girl she’s been obsessing over in class. She lands in a throwback to the ’50 butch-femme scene, and if Daze is the femme, then Martie better man up—and fast.

    When she finds she’s without a place to stay for the night, billionaire Derek Worth tempts her with an offer she can’t refuse, and she finds out it’s a lot easier to stay warm being naughty instead of nice.A MacKenzie ChristmasGrant MacKenzie is ready to settle down and start a family. The only problem is the one woman he’s interested in doesn’t seem to be ready for the long haul. But fate lends Grant a helping hand in getting exactly what he wants under his Christmas tree.

    It can also be an exchange, a betrayal, an assault, a promise, a hope...or it could be a goodbye. The intimacy of a kiss cannot be denied. Whether shared, stolen or simply dreamed of, its recipient will be affected. Thirty-one stories by authors from around the world will tease your imagination as you anticipate ‘The Kiss’ in each weird or wonderful tale. This cross-genre anthology contains stories by Kate Aaron, Saxon Andrew, Jacques Antoine, Alison Blake, E. B. Boggs, Shirley Bourget, Ben Cassidy, Jason Deas, Sharon Delarose, Meghan Ciana Doidge, Suzy Stewart Dubot, Corrie Fischer, Brandon Hale, Traci Tyne Hilton, Colleen Hoover, Mona Ingram, J. L. Jarvis, Elizabeth Jasper, Anna J. McIntyre, Jess Mountifield, C. A. Newsome, S. Patrick O'Connell, Suzie O'Connell, Jeanette Raleigh, J. R. C. Salter, Molly Snow, Holli Marie Spaulding, Cleve Sylcox, Robert Thomas, Chris Ward and George Wier. 130,000 words