Their assumptions about me would only be partially incorrect.A shy nature and lack of experience played into my name perfectly. My thoughts and who they were directed at were a different story.My best friend and I had been inseparable through our childhood and teens. We did everything together, celebrated triumphs and consoled failures, and shared our deepest secrets, except for one.Stupid Cupid had struck me with an arrow for the worst possible person on the planet… her dad!I’d known Rhett my entire life, but something had happened last Valentine’s Day and I suddenly viewed him as the strong, confident, sexual being that he was. And I’d suffered for an entire year trying to mentally stick him back in the untouchable dad category.With another Valentine’s Day around the corner, my best friend had left our small town for the big city she’d always dreamed of, and I was finding it harder and harder to get her dad off my mind.Rhett--Single-dad life was tough, but I’d successfully raised my daughter into a confident adult who was ready to live the life she’d dreamed of, and that was far away from our small town.What I hadn’t anticipated was her sweet and innocent best friend blossoming into an incredibly beautiful young adult. So when I found myself falling for her, I was biding my time for her to move away like all the other teens did when they graduated. But she had other plans.With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, I was finding it impossible to resist the intelligent, demure, gorgeous woman Chastity had become.After catching her staring at me, I was certain I wanted to be the man to help her prove that names didn’t define a person.

     Beautiful, curvy girls that steal my thoughts. I’m not into long-term commitments. I like to keep things casual. But this latest vixen surprised me. My little sister’s best friend. All grown up. She’s everything I want in my life, but she’s got her head on too straight. Smart. Strong. Gorgeous. And after a quick hookup over the holidays, she’s carrying a secret that changes everything. No way in the world I’m missing out on the greatest gift any man could get. A baby.

    . .LexiNow that my dad is retiring as fire chief, maybe I’ll finally be able to sleep at night. Don’t get me wrong, I’m proud of Dad and his service. But it’s hard spending most of your life scared someone you love could get hurt—or worse—on the job.Which is why there’s absolutely no way I’m ever going to end up with a firefighter. Not even dad’s protege and successor, Dallas, who could make a girl drool just by looking at her.And right now he’s looking at me.DallasI’d almost forgotten about little Lexi until she shows up for her dad’s retirement party. The years have been kind to this stunning, curvy beauty. Very kind.When she says she won’t date a firefighter, it only makes me want her more.I’ll show Lexi I’m the only man for her. And then, I’ll make her mine forever.Sunset Canyon Fire & Rescue is a steamy, instalove short story romance series with the alpha men sworn to protect their community and the women they love. No cliffhangers! Read DALLAS if you like redeemed bad boys, younger boss’s daughters, and a love that burns hot.

    He’s a man married to small-town living. They are totally wrong for each other … or are they? Emily Flanagan loves everything about the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles, especially her career. But when her mom suddenly takes ill, Emily has to put her life on hold and rush to Frazier Falls. The small town offers nothing she desires, and everything she loathes, especially the handsome but arrogant Eli Cooper. If she didn’t want to throttle him each time she saw him, he could be a nice distraction. When Eli Cooper first sees the beautiful stranger slip on the ice, he thinks he might have a chance to play Prince Charming to her Cinderella. But as soon as he offers assistance, he discovers she’s not the type who needs—nor wants—rescuing. Within minutes, Emily and Eli are fighting like warring nations. As far as he’s concerned, she can’t leave town soon enough. They aren’t a perfect match, but it’s said that there’s a fine line between love and hate. Can they have a ceasefire long enough to realize their true feelings for one another? Kelly Collins brings her signature wit, wisdom, and warmth to yet another charming small-town series filled with hope, love, and happily ever after. Buy Shelter Me today and find out just how wonderful life in a small town can be…

    As in...he’s now jaw-droppingly hot. When Wes asks me out, you can bet I say yes. Our first date is magical. But a few weeks later, I learn something that flips my world upside down. Is our relationship doomed? BUNS IN THE OVEN is a fun, short, BBW instalove romance that's steamy, sweet, and has a happily-ever-after!

    You're guaranteed that perfect happy ending and a cupboard full of sweets from all the cravings.

    An Instalove Enemies to Lovers Curvy Woman RomanceKayleeMy busy day at the bakery was going great.Until he showed up.Moody, rude, impatient, and hotter than the ovens.Dang it, why does he have to be so attractive?If I never see him again, it’ll be too soon.Except when I make a cupcake delivery and get a flat tire, he’s the one to come to my rescue.NikI feel guilty all day for being rude with the curvy beauty at the bakery.I was in a hurry and running late.It’s no excuse for how I acted, and I want to make it right.Imagine my surprise when I find her on the side of my road with a flat tire.The very least I can do is get her out of this flash flood.But having her in my house has its own set of problems.Now all I want to do is get her out of those wet clothes and into my heart.

    I know that’s why she doesn’t like me.I know that’s why she wants to hurry up and get the story; get in and get out. …well, at least we’re on the same page with that…But I have no intention of letting Natalie go. If she wants the scoop on me, she’s going to have to play the game – my game. Now all I have to do is prove to her I’m more than just my reputation.Now I have to win the most important game of my life – the game to win her heart. And this might call for some necessary roughness.

    Juliana knows his desire to be the loner and to never settle down.But none of that stops her from showing up at his hotel room late one night.Months later, she imagines every scenario for when she runs into Shane again. However, she never imagined him brushing off their scorching night together. She never imagined him calling her a ‘little girl’ who can’t handle a man.His words ignite a fire in Juliana. If she has to date every single guy in Cincinnati, she’ll prove that she is more than capable of “handling” a man. Except Juliana and Shane can’t stay away from each other, so they set up some rules; only sex, and no telling her brother.It doesn’t take long for the sex to turn into feelings, and Juliana can feel his icy exterior melting. Is he willing to risk his best friend for a chance at love?For Juliana, that might be too good to imagine.

    He’s off-limits.At least that’s what I’ve always told myself.Then when he comes back into town, he keeps showing up just when I need him.My ex-husband is causing problems, threatening to take my daughter.And I feel like I’m about to lose it all.I know I should figure this out on my own, but Bart’s not having it.He’s taking matters into his own hands.Welcome to Forest Grove. It’s a small town in the hills of Tennessee where everyone knows each other and love always prevails.For one reason or another, the people may leave, but they each return to find love and romance in this small town with a big heart.Coming Home to the Grove is a series of interconnected, stand-alone small-town romance stories. Each book promises a sweet, steamy, happily ever after.

    Always have been.He’s my greatest weakness.The motorcycle-riding, bartending bad boy: Crash.He needs a good girl to be his plus-one at his sister’s wedding.I need to not be single, again, on Valentine’s Day.I can play the good-girl part one last time, for him.If he’ll teach me how to get a bad boy to fall for me.Crash:Our crazy little scheme might actually work.But Bailey is expecting some kind of makeover.A list of do’s and don’ts to help her get a boyfriend.I just can’t do that.There’s not a thing I would change about Bailey.Not after I realize, a good girl is kind of the best.And if she really wants a boyfriend?She’s lookin’ at him.

    Who can blame him, when the small town is so thick with memories and everyone recalls that he let the love of his life slip away? However, his father’s summons for help on the family ranch can’t go unanswered much longer—and now he’s offering Cort a share. Returning to hard work is expected…but he never thought he’d see HER again.Joss Ellis hates returning to her hometown with her tail tucked, a failure in everyone’s eyes. Her aspirations of making a place for herself in the big city have left her defeated and more than a little depressed. But the minute she sees her rugged ex, her emotions take a detour to hot and bothered. It’s impossible not to run into each other. Even the secret fishing hole is a reminder of whispers and promises that never came true.She’s the same beauty with a big heart that he can’t keep his hands off. He’s sexier and more untamed than ever. To bring them even closer, they’re fighting similar battles in life. While Cort’s determined to show her that happiness is right here in Crossroads, Joss isn’t convinced. All she’s certain of is that sleeping with her ex is a really bad idea…and she definitely won’t fall for him this time around.

    I’m ready to stop playing it safe and start living life. All I need is a willing partner. Enter Noah James. My brother’s very sexy... very off-limits best friend. The same guy who gave me the most scorching, toe-curling kiss of my life seven years ago.He’s also perfect for a fling. No commitment. No dreams of a happily-ever-after. We’re complete opposites. I’m the hometown sweetheart and he’s the boy from the wrong side of the tracks. But when we touch…oh it feels so right.Hometown Sweetheart is a swoon-worthy, sweet, and sexy standalone romance in the Sweetheart, Colorado Series. 1-click if you’re in the mood for blush-worthy scenes and plenty of laugh out loud moments. HEA guaranteed.

    Hiring a personal assistant seems like the best idea, especially when one comes highly recommended. But as soon as I lay eyes on Asha Jordan's beautiful face and sexy body, it's going to be impossible to keep my hands to myself, especially since we're going to be together all week in New Orleans. She's the consummate professional, and I try to be too...until I just can't help myself any longer and toss up a Hail Mary... Asha When my actress client gets sidelined with an injury, she asks me to do her a favor: babysit Logan Sinclair, the Wolves' star quarterback, during the week before the Super Bowl. He's hot, and everyone wants a piece––so I'm told. I expect a cocky, disrespectful pain in my rear, but what I get is actually...a sweet guy. It doesn't hurt he's the most gorgeous man I've ever seen in my life, but I don't mix business with pleasure. Even when that pleasure promises to be so, so good... DEEP PASS: Hard Chargers Book 1 is an insta-love, happily-ever-after, STEAMY romance. No cliffhangers, no cheating. This is a standalone story part of the Hard Chargers series.

    It's Book 5 in the Hot for Heroes Series. Fate doesn't let you choose who you love...KortneyAfter blood, sweat, and many tears, I finally got my degree as a pediatric nurse practitioner and dream job in Denver, Colorado.I need a cheap place to stay, so my brother sets me up to live in a room at his old Navy buddy’s home.I don’t need a guy in my life right now. Right now, everything’s going just the way I planned. But that’s when the Universe always decides to throw me a loop.When I meet Dr. Dangerous—my name for him—I’m thrown. He’s got a smile that could sweep even the most love-cynical woman off her feet.I try to stay immune to his smoldering looks and jovial demeanor, but before my boxes are even unpacked, I’m in danger of falling for his bedroom eyes.Can I protect my plans, my body, and my heart, or will the good doctor show me that my dream of a future has him in it?FoxxA four-bedroom house, a budding career as the newest concierge doctor, and in walks Kortney to complete the picture.My buddies said I lived up to my name with the ladies—sly as a fox. But my love-‘em-and-leave-‘em days are over.When my Naval brother, Kemp, calls me up and asks me to let his sister stay with me, he quickly reminds me of the pact we made when I agree.Siblings are off limits.The more we spend time together, the more I’m realizing limits don’t exist when it comes to love.Can I convince Kortney that her plan for the future includes me and moreover, can I convince her brother my intentions are true and not lose a friendship, too?