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Macarons & the Mountain Man


Tarin Lex - 2021
    The one they all love to hate.But when I lay eyes on Mabel Monroe outside of my cabin, that all changes.She’s sugar and spice and everything nice.And I’m smitten as heck.Now that she’s walked into my woods, into my life, into my heart…I might have to keep her here forever.Dear Reader,Everyone has their issues, and these two are no exception. North & Mabel’s love story is short & filthy-sweet like you’ve come to expect from a T. Lex book…with a great big dose of Christmas magic!xx, Tarin LexPart of a multi-author series bringing you sweet treats & hot nights for the holidays.Don't forget to meet ALL the hunky sweeties!

Be My Naughty Neighbor


Liz Fox - 2021
    It is the third in the Lonely Hearts Club series.SavannahI’ve just moved into a new place that I love.Spying on my hot neighbor is just a bonus.The only downside is now I’m alone on Valentine’s day.When I go to the local shelter to find a four-legged companion, I’m surprised to see my hot neighbor works there.He’s even hotter with a puppy in his arms, and makes me feel like a naughty neighbor.But will the reality of him live up to my fantasies?WyattWorking at the animal shelter is fulfilling.But there’s still something missing in my life.When a beautiful woman moves in next door, I’m not sure how to make my move.Luckily, she comes into my workplace looking for companionship (and I’m ready to give it to her).She’s curvy, sweet, and makes me feel like a naughty neighbor.Now I have to convince her that our fantasies can become reality.Be My Series are flirty, fun Valentine's stories from some of your favorite shorts authors. No cheating. No cliffhangers. And a happily ever after guaranteed.Be My Handy Mechanic- Ally CrewBe My Sexy DILF- Beatrice BraeBe My Naughty Neighbor- Liz FoxBe My Grumpy Mountain Man- Lana DashBe My Dishy Doctor- Kate TilneyBe My Charming Prince- Elsie JamesBe My Burly Bartender- Barbra CampbellBe My Dirty Billionaire- L. NicoleBe My Flirty Firefighter- C.L. CruzBe My Bad Boy- Tarin LexBe My Private Chef- Sadie KingBe My Romantic Nerd- Brynn Hale

Gingerbread & the Guy Next Door


Piper Cook - 2021
    But things are starting to look up when my catering business finally gets local recognition.When my oven overheats in the middle of baking cookies for the annual gingerbread house decorating contest, the smokin’ hot guy next door offers to help with my goodies.Drake is a steamy cup of hot cocoa and I’d love to dip my cookie in his cream.But can I trust my heart to a guy with a notorious reputation and bachelorhood emblazoned across his chest?DrakeVoted Cranberry Corner’s most eligible bachelor is an honor, but it’s not who I aspire to be.Full disclosure: I’m tired of serial dating and one night stands. I want the deluxe relationship package with all the sprinkles and cream filling.Problem is I’ve found the red-headed woman of my dreams, but she thinks I’m nothing more than a smooth talking player.Hope is a curvy swirl of cinnamon and sugar and I’d love to taste her candied ginger center.Can I convince her there’s more to me than what greets the naked eye?Sugar & Spice Nights is a multi-author series of holiday inspired instalove, curvy woman and hot guys stories. Come find out how hot and sweet the nights can get today!Don't forget to meet ALL the hunky sweeties!Sugar Cookies & the Single Dad by Brynn HaleShortbread & the Scotsman by Lana DashGingerbread & the Guy Next Door by Piper CookEggnog & the Engineer by Elsie JamesCupcakes & the Cowboy by Scarlett WoodsPeanut Brittle & the Prince by Kate TilneyMacarons & the Mountain Man by Tarin LexBiscotti & the Bad Boy by Krysta FoxLemon Bars & the Lawyer by Layne DanielsFudge & the Firefighter by Sadie KingBrownies & the Billionaire by R.K. CovenXOX Piper

Cupcakes & the Cowboy


Scarlett Woods - 2021
    Come find out how hot and sweet the nights can get today!CheyenneI pride myself on being a hard worker and I never let myself get distracted from my dreams. My next goal is to own and operate a bakery. But first I need to pay off my student debt.In the meantime, I’m one step closer to my dreams when a local restaurant hires me as a seasonal temporary pastry chef.When my best friend’s older brother visits me at work, I give him a tasty treat.Jordan is sexy, smooth, and works hard on me.But can I let him veer me toward love over my career?JordanAfter years of busy life in the city, I lost who I am and I’m done with the chaos. I couldn’t be happier to move back to my small hometown and take a job as a ranch foreman. But most of my old friends moved away and the holidays are a little lonelier than I imagined.Luckily, everyone at work is extremely welcoming and I’m sure I’ll find friends fast.When my sister’s best friend stands behind the counter, I’m sweet on her.Cheyenne is kind, curvy, and I want to butter her bread.But can I prove to her she’s the one and not just the next one?

Bells in Boston: An Insta Love Holiday Romance


Ava Pearl - 2021
    

His Tight End: The Oregon Alphas


M.K. Moore - 2021
    Instead, he got three girls. I was the only one who'd play catch with him. I was good at it. Really good at it. Now, I am walking into my first practice as the first female professional football player. Then I walk right into the QB, Brandon Freaking Meyers and I'll never be the same again.Brandon MeyersI wanted her more than I have ever wanted anyone or anything. Then the coach introduced Sasha as the new tight end and I still do. She'll be mine in no time. Thank God the team doesn't have any fraternization policies because we'd break it, in a heartbeat.This sports-themed romance is over the top, and so, so hot. Psst... Did you hear about the quarterback and the tight end hooking up all over the place? You're about to...Welcome to Beaverton, Oregon, home of the Oregon Alphas. The Alphas play hard and dirty. Are you ready for some football? This is a new series from Rachelle Stevensen & M.K. Moore with the first two books dropping on May 1st!

Off Limits


Ember Davis - 2021
    I didn’t think I’d get picked. When the day comes, I’m nervous as hell. Still, I need to find out what all the fuss is about. It’ll be a nice change to my routine which basically involves working at a bookstore.I don’t know what I was expecting but turning around and meeting Liam was a surprise. He sweeps me off my feet in an instant. Que the swell of swoon worthy background music. The connection between us is undeniable and unstoppable.What happens when we find out that we’re more connected than we thought? Is it going to stand in our way? Will he fight for me when it matters the most?LIAMMy business partner encouraged me to sign up for an internet trend, citing that I haven’t been on a date in five years as enough reason. He’s no better than me, devoting all his time and energy to making our IT business what it is now. The hard work has finally paid off.Five years is long enough to be holed up only worried about the business. That’s the only reason I agree to go through with the photoshoot. Had I known my Sunshine was out there waiting for me in the innocent form of Aspen, I would have looked for her a long time ago. She’s everything that chases away a rainy day; the clouds part for me with one look.It turns out she should be off limits, but I’m not going to let anything stand in the way of our forever. I’d risk it all, even my business to make sure she’s the person I fall asleep next to and wake up holding every day for the rest of our lives. 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. My Stranger Shoot Series are novellas that take place within the Denver Family world but is not part of the main timeline. Each book can be read as a standalone. Don’t be surprised to see characters from the Denver Family, other than Ellie, pop in.

Bellhop


Elsie James - 2021
    It is the first in The Hotel at Brew by Brewer series.EmeryLiving in a small town is amazing when you’re the prom queen married to your high school sweetheart. It’s less so when he cheats on you and everyone knows the gritty details. But thankfully, I have my son and the two of us have found happiness in our new normal.When a handsome firefighter is called to the hotel I work at, flames crackle between us.Lucas is sexy, chivalrous, and I want to ignite his flame.But can I trust a man who’s married to his job?LucasWhen the Misty Mountain fire department needs an interim chief, I’m happy to put in my time in the small town. I’ve made a career out of rescuing people, it’s easy when work is your only priority.But when my first call puts me in contact with a single mom and her adorable son, I can’t help but feel a spark.Emery is caring, sexy, and there's a smoldering heat between us that could change everything.But can I convince her that she’s the one saving me?The class of 2001 is headed back to Misty Mountain for their twenty-year high school reunion. They’ve come for the nostalgia but what they leave with is so much more. Join these eleven couples on their journeys to love and check in with some of your favorite Brewer couples along the way.You were with the Brewer brothers to cheer them on as they searched for love and brought their dream mountain resort to life. Get ready to see the place in all its glory. The Hotel at Brew by Brewer is an eleven-book insta love series with sexy heroes and curvy, confident women.Read this series if you love short sweet instalove rom com romances with steamy sex scenes and rugged heroes. Each book can be read as a standalone but don’t do that, okay? I love hiding little Easter eggs from the Brewer world in every story and it makes my heart so happy when people find them! As always this series is safe with no cliffhangers, no cheating, and a guaranteed happily ever after HEA.

Mr. Serious: More Than Money


Elisa Leigh - 2021
    She loves teaching, but it’s been one hell of a school year and she’s ready to grab a bottle of wine, roll up her sleeves, and tackle the fixer-upper she bought and make it a home. Fixing things isn’t new to her, she’s been doing it ever since she was a girl and had to piece her family back together after the unthinkable. What she isn’t expecting is to meet a man who throws a two-by-four into those plans and turns her world upside down.Christian Stone has worked his ass off helping to grow the family business into what it is today, making everyone a lot of money in the process. Money is great, but it hasn’t left a lot of time for fun or the one thing everyone’s hoping to find. His brothers set out to change that with surprising success. In the course of one night, he meets the woman of his dreams. Picturing their life together to only have her dash them to pieces. Christian didn’t get where he is today on dumb luck, no, he goes after what he wants.Will Christian prove to Reagan a life together is worth fighting for? Will Reagan push past her insecurities to let love in?Welcome back to Blue Mountain Lake, the sleepy Washington State town known for its friendly people and small-town way of life. This well-hidden gem is the perfect place to have some fun and fall in love.Mr. Serious is a Blue Mountain Lake Novella, full of plenty of steam and happily ever afters.

Dirty Mistake


Erin Havoc - 2021
    Nothing will change that.Not even the baby born from the best night of my life.This man will forever be a mystery. One I don’t want to solve.Even when he waltzes back into my life.BECKA nameless woman walked into my life, marked me forever, and just left.No number, no face. I’ve searched the world for her.Can’t get her out of my head. She’s my one obsession.And now I finally found her again, I won’t let her walk away again.Alpha Billionaire Obsession has everything we love: steamy scenes, sweet romance, strong girls and possessive alphas. Adults only!

All Mine


Mandy Morgan - 2019
     Becca I'd given up on men and their perversions. All I wanted to do was get away and start fresh. Until I met a handsome mountain of a man. Ryan offers to help me and I don't really have any other choice. But will he be different from other men and give me a reason to trust again? Ryan I wanted her from the moment I first saw those delicious curves and big brown eyes. Now, all I have to do is convince Becca to let me help by showing her I'm a good guy. And that she's all mine from here on out... Love a short romance that's packed with sweet heat? Sit back, relax, and get ready for a quick fix of Happily Ever After between a plus-sized heroine and a sexy Alpha hero that will do anything to claim her as his own...

Forever Devotion


Samantha Rose - 2019
     That is, until she finds herself face to face with him. She never expected to see David again, but it seems luck is on her side. Sparks fly as Jamie and David reconnect, and their love for one another begins to bloom. How can she say no to the one person she loves, when he gives her everything she has ever dreamed of?

914 Bittersweet Ln.: A Cherry Falls Romance


Frankie Love - 2021
    Her voice is the sound of an angel who lost its wings long time ago. Hauntingly beautiful.Her dreams of leaving town were dashed the day her mama set fire to her family home.Now, Paisley’s life is nothing but sacrifice.I know a thing about giving up dreams, but most folks wouldn’t guess it.I mask my heartbreak with a smile but Paisley sees the cracks.She sees all of me.I want to give this girl the life she longs for: the big city stage.But we don’t always get what we want.And some love stories don’t have a happy ending.Good thing I’m the one fighting for Paisley.There’s been enough bitter in this girl’s life.It’s time for her to find the sweet.Even if it’s not with me.Dear Reader,This trip to Cherry Falls starts with Holt Stone – a big-hearted rancher who believes in three things: hard work, love, and the power of line dancing. You don’t have to love a man in cowboy boots to appreciate Holt’s moves. I promise – he can deliver on and off the dance floor.Xo, Frankie

Claimed by the Hitman


Aria Cole - 2021
    She doesn’t know it yet, but she’s safer with me than without me…even if my ruthless lifestyle threatens to cost us everything.Now, nothing can stand between me and my princess. After I’ve had her in my arms, there will be no going back….

Claiming Her Curves


Lana Love - 2019
    I'm not making that mistake twice. Leah is my best friend's cousin -- the girl I wanted from the moment I met her. But we were in high school and she wasn't the kind of girl you f* and dump. I knew that an amazing girl like her deserved more than I could give her, then. So I did the only thing I could do: I stayed away. But now I'm back and I'm going to claim her luscious curves. Forever. She's had a string of bad luck and is lost. She deserves the world and I will give her exactly that. If anyone -- especially her sleazy boss -- thinks they're going to come between her and me, they've got another thing coming. And they're going to need stitches. Claiming Her Curves is a short and sizzling second-chance instalove romance, perfect for a pick-me-up during your day or just before bed. Guaranteed sweetness and HEA, no cheating, no past relationship drama -- just one hot alpha and a curvy heroine discovering their perfect match and starting a sizzling future together.