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Smiling in Love


Ember Flint - 2019
    30-year-old Blake Long got a raw deal when he was but two, but he managed to pull through. Now, completely alone in the world, he’s the quiet, reclusive and shy CEO of Long Safeguard, an IT firm he built from the ground up, starting from a beat-up, cast-off laptop and ending with a billion dollars in his bank account just as he turned twenty-five, but his professional accomplishments mean nothing when all he has waiting for him at the end of the day is an empty bed in an empty flat, just as hollow as his own bare life.24-year-old Sunny Brooks is a positive-thinking, sweet, smart-mouthed freelance photographer that has been told her entire life that her parents couldn’t have picked a better name for her, and she’s always believed it was true, but lately her smiles have started to lose their momentum. For the last year or so, her boisterous, happy, forever-nosing-around family has been hounding her to settle down and if her beloved, but meddlesome older sisters attempt to set her up with their weekly version of Mr. Right one more time, she’s going to scream.And then she meets him.What happens when your smile finally finds a purpose?And then he meets her. What happens when you finally meet the one that can make you smile?They couldn’t be more different, but they just can’t walk away.Like day and night, dark and light, like the sun and the moon, but also like two magnets, two parts of a whole that, upon recognition, can no longer be kept separate. Dear Reader: This inflammable, saccharine story is so filthy, you’d better make sure no one’s standing behind you while you read it, and so fluffy-sweet, it packs its own calories. I swear: it’s gonna stay on your hips as much as the big, possessive hands of this adorable, dirty-talking, protective OTT alpha hero stay on the heroine’s curvy ones —which is FOREVER. As usual in this book there’s NO-cheating, no OW/OM drama, it’s HEA-guaranteed and features a voluptuous, innocent but spunky heroine that’s sparkly and bubbly as a flute of champagne on an empty stomach and a hero that brings tall, dark and handsome to another level, so brooding you’ll want to make him smile yourself and so uptight, strait-laced and no-nonsense, you just know he’s going to explode when the time is right (and the time is so right!). Do opposites attract? Oh, yeah, they do, baby! If you don’t believe me, come and see… Warning: hot, crazy-fast insta-love coming your way! Might melt your kindle and your heart too!

The Glass Slipper (Black Valley Shifters, #1)


Mila Crawford - 2021
    For ten years, I have been planning my escape, desperate for my freedom, far from the dysfunctional pack, the cruel Alpha that ruled them. I never believed it would be possible until I met him. AxelIt was meant to be a quick conference. I was supposed to be there to represent the Black Valley Wolf Pack. I wasn’t expecting to challenge anyone or change a whole system of corruption and evil embedded in the most deranged and depraved pact in the region. That was before I saw her. My mate. Now I would burn the whole world and everyone who stood in my way to make her mine.

Stroked


Lena Lucas - 2020
    Mesmerized. Obsessed.Daisy walked into that bar on New Year’s Eve looking like she wanted to run in the other direction, like she was out of her element.And it made me desire her even more. She seemed shy, so very innocent, and young… maybe too young for me.But I knew nothing could keep me from her. So I approached her with every intent that no matter what, I’d make her realize we were meant to be in each other’s life. We spoke for hours, nestled in the corner in our own world.It was perfection, and the first time I ever felt complete.And then I kissed her, that age old tradition when the clock struck midnight on New Year’s. I didn’t expect her to wrap herself around me. I didn’t expect her to whisper for me to take her home.But what Daisy didn’t know was that she’d awoken something in me that I didn’t know was dead. She was the first woman to make my heart start beating, to make me fall in love. It was fast, instantaneous. It was the feeling a man got when he bonded with a woman, when his soul imprinted on hers.I was possessive, territorial. No one would tell me it was too fast. Not when nothing had ever felt more right.At the end of the night, until the end of the world, Daisy would know without a doubt that she was mine and mine alone.Lena’s note: I know you like them fast and right to the point so don’t worry, this one gives you all the goods but with a healthy dose of romance thrown in. An age gap celibate hero and virgin heroine story to whet your appetite! Enjoy this good old-fashioned safe smut-fest.

Possessive Protector


Flora Ferrari - 2018
     He’s a possessive alpha male who watched over me when we were young until the day he suddenly disappeared. But now he’s back in our small town to protect us as a police officer. It’s the first time I’ve seen him in years, and I’ve got another first time I’ve been saving just for him. But this older man doesn’t want to talk to me, and this younger woman has to figure out why. And when I do I need to right the wrongs of the past and prove to everyone this obsessed protector isn’t a tattooed devil, but the guardian angel knight in battered and bruised armor our small town needs… especially me. *Possessive Protector is an insta-everything standalone romance with an HEA, no cheating, and no cliffhanger.

His Innocent Flower


Sadie Barron - 2019
    Her shop, Tori’s Blooms, is just scraping by, so being hired to style the flowers for the society wedding of the year could put her business on the map.If she makes it out alive, that is. It’s not a Bridezilla that Tori has to worry about. It’s the bride’s demanding, perfectionist—and drop-dead gorgeous—father.An all-too-demanding man…CEO Gabriel gets exactly what he wants, or else. His little girl is getting married, and he’s taking a hands-on interest in everything—including the beautiful florist whose baby blues have his protective alpha side roaring to possess her.Tori is the woman for Gabriel, today, tomorrow and forever, and he’ll be taking her pretty flower before anyone can say “I do.”Author's note: this is a short, steamy, over-the-top and safe insta-love romance that will have you sighing with happiness. No cheating, only a big flowery happy every after!

Stalk Her Hard


Hope Ford - 2022
    Stalk Her Hard is an age gap, office romance where the boss is obsessed and the curvy younger woman gets everything she desires.

Mended Hearts


May Gordon - 2018
    Along the way, she finds herself stranded when her car breaks down and calls the only local garage for a tow. When help arrives, she comes face to face with a massive, rugged beast of a man named Grant. When a freak accident leaves Grace with no memory, Grant does the only thing he can think of to keep her close; he tells her she’s his wife. With their marriage starting off on a lie, and the mystery of her mother’s fate becoming a source of danger for them both, will Grace finally discover the truth? Will Grant still have Grace’s heart when she regains her memory? Warning: Sweet, sexy and safe read! Happily ever after guaranteed! This author writes what she likes to read. That means there will be instalove, OTT Heroes, and, brace yourselves, virgin characters at times. If none of those float your boat, you might want to find another book. If they do, you're in the right place.

Getting His


Emily Minton - 2017
    It takes only a quick look at Hadley Walsh, and he is like a man possessed. He has one goal: sliding between her legs and staying there.Getting His woman is the only thing that matters.Now that Tucker has her by his side, his life is nearly perfect. His days are filled with laughter, and his nights are full of hot sex. There's only one little problem; his mother and Hadley hate each other. Playing referee between the two women is driving him nuts!How can Tucker fix this without having to choose between the woman in his bed and the woman who gave him life?WARNING: Getting His is a sweet and sexy story. If you don't like insta-love, alpha men with nothing but sex on their minds, sweet and innocent heroines, or lots of smoking hot love scenes this is not the book for you.

A Home for Noelle


Haven Rose - 2019
     Noelle Perkins has seen the pain “love” can cause, and she wants nothing to do with it. Until she meets her best friend’s older brother. The attraction may be mutual, and she’ll eagerly act on it, but that’s all it can be. Xavier Benson has witnessed firsthand the consequences of lust through his father’s many relationships. He wants Noelle more than his next breath, and while he’s not sure what that means, he knows it can’t last. Fate has other plans for these two, though, and that’s forever. Warning: Inside these pages, you’ll find a man and woman who fall instantly, yet fight it for fear of being hurt. Psst…don’t fret, I always deliver a safe and happy ever after. **This is book seventeen in the A Forever Safe Christmas Series.**

Loki: Filthy Modern Vikings


ChaShiree M. - 2019
    One I didn’t see coming. Now that I have her, I am never letting go. Her family may not approve. That’s their fucking problem. I will get my ring on her hand, my baby in her belly and my last name behind hers faster than she can get unpacked. I dare someone try to stop me. Tabitha Gentry is MINE!!!!

Wrangle Me


Gigi Thorne - 2018
     Alexandra Cooper is desperate to get away from home. A four-month gig as a cook at the Circle B Ranch is exactly what she needs. Except when she gets there, it feels like she jumped out of the pan and straight into the fire. Alexandra is nothing like Colton Booth expected when he hired her. If he’d realized “Alex” was a gorgeous eighteen-year-old girl, he never would have given her the job in the first place. But now that he has her on his ranch, he doesn’t plan to ever let Alexandra go. Wrangle Me is a steamy novella with a sexy cowboy who has a wicked sweet tooth and an innocent virgin who knows how to satisfy it. Written by bestselling author Rochelle Paige.

The Eternal Underboss


Esther E. Schmidt - 2022
    Immortality keeps my heart beating and the blood flowing; mostly through my veins and those of my enemies dripping from my hands.Fairies for instance are vicious creatures, staying amongst their own to prevent wars among other supernaturals. Until they attend a gathering where arranged marriages are forged. As it happens, the daughter of the Fairy king turns out to be my eternal mate.An ancient curse prevents fairies and vampires to mix, and yet there’s no way for any supernatural to withstand the bond between eternal mates. While she has the potential to be my downfall, I however will be the last one standing.For I am the Eternal Underboss

Can't Wait Collection


Dani Wyatt - 2019
    F*ck. Done. Can’t Wait BundleThe Can’t Wait Collection includes…Book 1: Keeping Her CloseBook 2: Back to HerBook 3: Let GoBook 4: Our TurnBook 1: Keeping Her CloseBlack Rousseau has honored the code and kept his distance from the one thing in this world that means something to him. But things are about to change. Black’s just received the blessing he’s been waiting for since the moment he set eyes on his boss’ daughter.Growing up in the biker bar her father owned, Roxie Lear dreams of getting out of Hell, Michigan. The only other thing she’s always wanted is Black Rousseau. But he treats her like she doesn’t exist. Until the day her father goes to prison, that is. And Black lets her know what’s been boiling behind his cool indifference all these years.Will Black’s preparations to claim Roxie once and for all be too much for her? Will the darkness inside of him frighten away the only thing in this world he’s ever needed?Book 2: Back to HerGoing to prison and taking the fall was my gift to Mia. How was I to know her father would disappear with her and I would lose her forever? After serving my five years I’m finally out, but bars or no bars, I’m still in hell.I never believed in miracles until today. Because I’ve found her. All plush softness, sorrowful eyes and lips that call to be kissed. She’s right here in the same place I’d met her all those years ago when she was too young. Before I could touch her.There is no force on heaven or earth that will take her from me again. No force that will keep my hands off her now. I will take her. I will do as I please with her because she is mine. Now and forever. God help us both.Book 3: Let GoRockstar. Actor. Entrepreneur. I’m Lachlan Marcus, and I just walked out on my empire. I bought a ball cap and a pair of cheap sunglasses and took the first bus leaving the station.I landed in a small town looking straight into the eyes of an angel with auburn curls and curves that bring to life my inner barbarian, determined to make her mine. She’s naïve, yet wise, and sees directly into my soul like no one ever before.Within twenty-four hours, I’ve got her inside the wedding chapel and my last name attached to her. Only she has no idea who I really am. I represent everything in this world she’s been taught to distrust.The life I left has come calling, and I’m losing her before our life together can even begin.Book 4: Our TurnShe didn’t think I saw her. Hiding behind her ball cap and baggy clothes, but Jesus did I see her. I’ve followed her, spied on her, stalked her.See, I’m not a good guy. I’ve never wanted anyone in my life except my clients. The ones that take from me and I take back with forty-percent on top and maybe a few broken fingers.This can’t be happening. One phone call, one revelation and the one I’ve set my sights on can never be mine. Not in the way I’ve imagined every night for half a year. How will I ever look her in those silver eyes and not think of taking her in all the filthy ways I’ve imagined?Only, things aren’t what they seem. Fate opens the door and I’m not just going to walk through; I’m doing to kick it down. When she finds out who I am, what I am, it may all be over anyway, but until then I’m chasing down what’s mine even if it’s wrong.

The Holiday Arrangement (A Forever Safe Christmas #1)


Aria Cole - 2019
     But the compensation he's looking for isn't monetary. In exchange for his help, Bryce wants only one thing. A date with her. Bryce didn't think a house-call for a broken pipe would lead him to fall instantly for a stunning and sweet, pouty-lipped dog groomer. He knows now that she's in his system there's no way he'll be able to get her off his mind... or walk away. With another blizzard bearing down and the threat of being stranded together a reality, it isn't long before they find the heat rising and both of them dreaming of a night they'll never forget. Add a dash of spice to your hot cocoa and cozy up by the fire with one of our favorite sweet and saucy couples yet!

Guarding Her Body


Ella Goode - 2021
    Her good girl image takes a hit when it's revealed her mom-ager has been stealing from Sadie for years. The scandal sites are ablaze again when semi-nude photos of her are released. Her new manager wants her to take advantage of this and pivot to a daring new role, but Sadie longs for a normal life with a husband and kids. When Sawyer Locke is asked to protect film star Sadie Monroe, he agrees immediately even though he doesn't like celebrities. Sadie Monroe is different. Behind her glossy image, he can see both her fear and her longing. What might have started as a job becomes a mission for Sawyer to protect not only Sadie's life, but also her heart.