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Slate
Eve London - 2021
Instead, I’m distracted by the gruff and growly mountain man just down the road. He’s broody and built and begging to be taken down a few pegs.SlateEight years ago I abandoned my pro football career and escaped to the tiny mountain town of Rye Creek. It’s been my refuge—a safe place to hide out from the demons I left behind. Until Patience Ford walks into my bar and rocks my stable world. The curvy beauty challenges everything I thought I needed. But can I let go of my past and let her in?Meet the mountain men of Rye Creek and the curvy women who steal their wild hearts. The Matched with a Mountain Man series can be read as standalones. Each book features a happily-ever-after with no cheating and no cliffhangers.
Snowed in for Christmas (A Forever Safe Christmas #16)
Shaw Hart - 2019
Well, that's not true. She hates her family and the holiday means she'll be forced to spend time with them. Dreading it, she’ll take any excuse to delay it, including meeting her sister's potential client. But she wasn't prepared for Forrest. Forrest Montgomery just wants to be left alone. He built his cabin in the middle of nowhere to ensure he wouldn't be bothered, so the last thing he wants is to deal with is company. Then he sees Candy. When a blizzard leaves them stranded, can Forrest convince Candy to stay forever? Warning: This holiday romance is full of steam! Grab some hot chocolate, pull on those cozy socks, and light the fire because we're headed to the mountains with a growly loner and his curvy soulmate! This is book #16 in the Forever Safe Christmas Series.
Secrets in the Night (Hot Halloween Nights #3)
Amelia Star - 2020
It is the third in the Hot Halloween Nights seriesPhoebeThe stars have always been the focus of my life, and Halloween is the night when I shine brightest.Though I study the galaxies, I’ve discovered a more earthly passion recently.Warren is tall and dark, and he could send me over the moon any day.But will a ghostly figure scare us apart?Or will Warren move heaven and earth to keep us together?WarrenBuilding a world where fantasies come to life keeps me busy.But there’s nothing like a beautiful woman to make me want to reach for the stars.Phoebe is luscious and brilliant, and the galaxies are perfectly aligned when we meet.Then the supernatural world tries to play tricks on us.I just thank my lucky stars when the secrets of the night are brought into the light.Hot Halloween Nights is a series of short and sizzling romances. Treat yourself to all the steamy stories:
Grating on the Boss
Ember Davis - 2021
I should have asked more questions about the other J because where James has an easy smile and rolls with things, Jaxson is rigid and doesn’t know the definition of coloring outside the lines. I don’t think Jaxson likes me very much because I always thought those lines were more suggestions than boundaries.It would be okay if Jaxson wasn’t the sexiest man I’ve ever laid eyes on. I have become a walking, talking cliché complete with a boss who makes me swoon and lose all my mental faculties. I can’t seem to stop making a fool of myself in front of him, somehow becoming an uncoordinated newborn giraffe as soon as I get a whiff of him.I don’t think I can keep doing this. It’s embarrassing. I’ve decided, for Boss’s Day I’m going to give Jaxson the only present I’m sure he wants: my resignation.JAXSONI don’t know what James was thinking when he hired Autumn because everything about her screams unorganized distraction. Maybe the distraction part is only a problem I have because I can’t seem to keep my eyes or mind off her. The whole thing grates on my last nerve. I knew I shouldn’t have taken a few vacation days. Somehow, he found the one candidate destined to turn me inside out and turn me on like no one else.The more I’m around her, the longer she works for me at J&J Construction, the harder it is for me to keep myself in check. I need order, I understand it, but she’s come in and messed everything up, making me want to throw all the rules and my regulated life out the window. I’m not sure when or how, but I’m finding the chaos she brings to my life and business endearing instead of annoying.She got under my skin. She might think I want her to leave so I can find order again, but she’s wrong. She shook me up, reminded me there’s more to life and I’m not letting her go. I’m going to make her mine.**If you like alpha heroes and an insta-love story that is sweet but isn’t necessarily simple, then this is for you. No cheating with a guaranteed HEA. It is a standalone, but J&J Construction appears in Less Than Strangers (Stranger Shoot Book 6) and exists within my Denver Family world.**This October meet the bosses who deserve a little something special for Boss’s Day.The Boss has been doling out big bonuses, well-deserved down time, and special treats for good behavior. They’ll do anything it takes to keep their employees happy. Now it’s time to play favorites and show The Boss who’s in charge from the bedroom to the boardroom.#TheBoss is a multi-author standalone short romance series with guaranteed HEAs, no cliffhangers, and no cheating.
The Billionaire Bargain #1
Lila Monroe - 2015
He exercises shirtless in his office, is notorious for his lunchtime nooners, he even yawns sexily. If I didn't need this job so bad, I'd take his black Amex and tell him where to swipe it.He doesn't even know I exist, but why would he? He jets off to Paris with supermodels, I spend Friday nights with Netflix and a chunk of Pepperidge Farm frozen cake—waiting for his call. Because every time he crashes his yacht, or blows $500k on a single roulette spin in Monte Carlo, I’m the PR girl who has to clean up his mess.But this time, it’s going to take more than just a fat charity donation. This time, the whole company is on the line. He needs to show investors that he’s settling down, and Step #1 is pretending to date a nice, stable girl until people forget about what happened with the Playboy Bunnies backstage at the Oscars.My plan is perfect, except for one thing:He picks me.
Awakening
Serena Grey - 2014
“I am going to make love to you now.” He says, “So if you want me to stop, tell me.” I shake my head frantically. If he stops at this point, I’ll probably die. Sophie Bennett has virtually no experience with men. Orphaned from birth, she’s gone from living with her reclusive spinster aunt, to a sheltered education in boarding school. So nothing prepares her for David Preston. The intensely attractive business-man is entirely out of her league. Can she handle such a dangerous man, or is she in over her head?
Tempted by the Boss
Hazel Kelly - 2014
When Ella Riley gets a chance to score her dream job at the Abbott Hotel, she can't believe her luck... or how insanely sexy her billionaire boss is. Still, Ella is determined to impress him with her professionalism in order to land the full time position she so desperately needs. So what will she do when she finds out her boss has an entirely different agenda? **This new adult romance series is meant for a mature audience due to adult situations and explicit language.
Mountain Man
Regina Wade - 2020
Clint is wild, free, and big enough to climb. Get ready for a quick and steamy new series featuring the protective older men of Knotty Wood Ridge and the curvy younger women that fall for them. No cliffhangers here. Just Mountain Men bringing the guaranteed HEA heat to your kindle!
Sweet on The Mountain Man Next Door (Sweet Sisters Bakery Book 2)
Flora Madison - 2021
The Way She Burns
Jessa Kane - 2021
During that brief moment of being cradled in his strong arms, a wicked flame burst into existence inside of her. That flame has built into an inferno during Chloe's five restless years away, confusing and arousing her without cease. Now, once again she stands in front of Sebastian, asking to be saved, but the kind man she met at thirteen has hardened into a mean recluse. When Sebastian offers Chloe help in exchange for her body, there's no choice but to accept. Too late, he recognizes the sweet girl he once pulled to safety—the girl he has now coerced into his bed, handling her without the gentleness she deserves. Devastated, Sebastian sets out to win back Chloe's affection and keep her forever. But will she welcome him back into her arms after what he's done?
Club Privé: Book I
M.S. Parker - 2014
Is he stalking her, or is it fate?Despite telling herself that she doesn't have time for a relationship, she finds his persistent attention flattering, and can't help but be attracted to those deep blue eyes. An evening of fun and dancing turns into the most incredible night of her life, and she still doesn't have a clue about Gavin. All she knows is he's an amazing lover.Don't miss Book 1 of the hottest erotic romance series of the year, but be warned – you might need a cold shower after this one.
Bundle of Joy
Jamie Knight - 2019
And up against it.But will we be rocking a baby in nine months?I'm a ski instructor at a fancy resort in New York.And I'm plowed into by a handsome older guy careening down the path.He apologizes and says he was staring at curves.And he doesn't mean the ones on the slope.Daniel's a billionaire who's having his son's birthday party here.The kid is spoiled and not exactly the most well-behaved.Daniel offers me a job as Charlie's nanny but I know nothing about kids.I do know it's not a good idea to mix work and pleasure.But when I'm fired from my job at the resort, I have no choice.Soon, Daniel is warming me up from the cold winter nights.And Charlie's behaving better because he loves having me around too.But I'm not sure what exactly we're doing.And then I find out Daniel might be the reason I lost the job I liked.I know he's cocky, dominant and controlling.I even like that about him sometimes.Like when he pinned me against the Christmas tree and took my virginity.But would he really force me to work for him?I'm already questioning everything, when I find out I'm pregnant.This is supposed to be the best time of the year.But it's the worst timing ever.
Daniel always takes what he wants and claims what's his.But what about when he finds out I'm carrying his little bundle of joy?
Bundle of Joy is a standalone Christmas-themed single dad secret baby romance. Jamie Knight promises to always bring you a happy ever after filled with plenty of heat. And never any cheating or cliffhangers!
Claiming His Christmas Tree Topper
Alexa Riley - 2021
He’s also pushing her into the job she truly wants, so hopefully that will make up for the whole ‘you’re fired’ thing.Getting fired at Christmas sucks, but when one door closes for Star Butterscotch, it turns out a winter wonderland is opening up. How are all of her dreams coming true just when she thought it was all over?Warning: Ignore all those holiday plans and celebrate the most magical season with us! Can decorating a tree lead to lasting love? You bet your shiny tinsel!Claiming His Christmas Tree Topper is a holiday quickie so we’ve included two of your old favorites with it! Grab this New Release and get Stalking in a Winter Wonderland and Santa’s Secret Baby along with it! Enjoy!
Getting Screwged
Penelope Wylde - 2020
But my hot bodyguard knows every little sweet thing my body needs this Christmas. It's Christmas eve, just another day for me. Staying home to unwrap presents in an empty home isn't my idea of fun. Hanging out with friends, making bad choices and losing my pesky V card seems like the better option. At least I won't be alone.Until he shows up.Captain Dyson is everything you imagine a former Marine to be. Sinfully gorgeous, intimidating AF, and deliciously hard all over. Just the kind of man you never want to tick off. Of course, it's my new favorite hobby when he thinks he'll be dragging me home for another empty Christmas with my scrooge father.But the arrogant Marine has no intentions of waiting for my permission. When a freak snowstorm lands us secluded and all alone, it’s just me, my handsome well-dressed bodyguard, a handful of those bad ideas I mentioned. And a whole lot of snow. It doesn't take me long to learn I like the way my guard uses his body to warm me up by the fire and chase away the wintery chills. Suddenly Christmas isn't looking so bad after all.You see, I've made a list and he's checking it twice. If I'm naughty he's promised I'll get every inch of my present.My bodyguard is about to find out his sweet Eve is more naughty than nice.
Beast's Castle
Ella Goode - 2020
He doesn’t care that the people in town call him the Beast of Smithsville. He is a beast. He has the scars of a beast and the temperament of one. When his sister hires a new beautiful housekeeper, he roars in anger like one because Summer threatens his peace of mind. From the moment he sees her in the store window as he’s driving through town, he wants her but a beast is destined to live alone.