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Ravished by the Ice Palace Pack


Ariana Hawkes - 2014
    Her father, the pack's Alpha, warns her not to wander off by herself during a meeting between the most powerful packs in the region. Full of excitement, she disobeys him and runs off into the woods to play. But it's not long before her father's fears are realized, and she's captured by the Ice Palace Pack and taken to their underground territory. Delilah has never been mated before, but it's the winter solstice, and, before the pack's annual mating frenzy can begin, a were-female from another pack must be shared between them. Scared by what this might mean, but dazzled by the good-looks of the males, Delilah has a tough choice to make - and one that will bring her more pleasure than she could have imagined. Ravished by the Ice Palace Pack is a 11,000 word erotic short story. It contains strong sexual themes, and is not intended for readers under the age of 18.

Captured by the Hell-Dog


Amber Foy - 2017
    The one woman they will keep...forever. Tonight, that woman is me... This title can be read as a standalone story.

The Once-Dead Girl (Shapechanger Tales)


Laer Carroll - 2013
    She comes back to life with superhuman powers. She remembers that in her brother's comic books superheroes come to be feared and hated no matter what good deeds they do. She tries to lead a normal life.But little by little fate conspires against this course. Bad things happen that only she can make right. Baby step by baby step, then bigger steps, she grows into her responsibilities.To help her do her superhero "job" she creates first one, then another alternate identity. Former soldier now mercenary Yao Ming, unequaled with weapons, able to get unseen into places impossible to enter. Beautiful jet-setter millionaire Sandrine Ascaride. And a star girl with blue skin and purple hair who can fly and wield laser bolts and lightning.She is sometimes desperately lonely, unable to share her secret. Then she finds she is not alone....

Her Thick Alpha


Poppy Pierce - 2019
    Nothing. Until I meet him. Jett is everything I'm not. He's ripped, rebellious and dark. He's also a bear shifter. In this tiny town, no one wants to go near him. He causes trouble wherever he goes. But I can’t stay away. Maybe it’s because he’s a beast in bed. Taking control in every way. All I ever wanted was a family, And now I have a whole clan. That is if my aunt can ever forgive Jett. She thinks he's the reason my father is dead. The start of everything. But even if she's right, I can't say no to him. Not now, not ever. Not to my mate. Her Thick Alpha contains a first time love story with a hot protective alpha. In Plenty Wood there is no cheating and there is always a guaranteed HEA. Get ready for a small shifter town that will keep you guessing, make you fall in love and surprise you with outrageous, steamy romance. Plenty Wood books can be read in any order.

Her Vampire King (Royally Mated)


Bianca Cole - 2022
    Only the most powerful vampires could stand a chance of resisting. My steel willpower is being tested, but no one is as strong as me. Until I scent her. A blood that calls to me. A blood that drives me insane. A blood I can’t resist. I stalk her through the streets, tracking her. When I get my hands on her, the need is too difficult to resist. She’s the most beautiful woman I’ve ever seen. Vampires don’t mate, but this connection feels deep and sacred. My people have wanted me to take a wife for decades. It looks like I’ve just found her. They won’t like it, but I don’t care. I’m claiming this tasty, stunning human as my own. They will want to stop me, I’d like to see them try. No one can defeat me. I’ll protect her, if it's the last thing I do. Her Vampire King is the fourth book in the Royally Mated Series by Bianca Cole. This book is a safe story with no cliffhangers and a swoon worthy happily ever after ending. This story has hot scenes and bad language, so if those kind of books offend you, you won't like this one. It features a dreamy over the top possessive vampire king.

Fallen Angel (Angels and Demons, #1)


Skylar West - 2020
    Isabelle has dreamed of becoming a famous musician. At twenty years old, that is all she cares about. Then a tall, gorgeous stranger enters her life, and when they touch, sparks fly.Isabelle tries to control the bolt of electricity she feels every time the sexy demigod, Iver Eriskay is within range. But how long can she resist his pull? Will Isabelle accept Iver’s dominance and protection?If you love dominant men and strong female characters, then you'll love this first installment of Skylar West’s Angels and Demons series.Publisher's Note: This sci-fi romance is the first of a new series. It contains a theme of power exchange.

Shared By The Dragons


Bonnie Burrows - 2015
    However, when she stumbles into the middle of a shifter turf war she finds she is about to be caught in the cross-hairs.That is until she meets the impossibly handsome dragon shifter, Nick. Handsome and with a body to die for, Daisy feels like she is in love at first sight. From the looks of it, it seems Nick might feel the same way.Only thing is, Nick's stubborn brother Damien wants a piece of Daisy too.Both men are incredibly sexy. Will Daisy be able to choose her favorite? Or will she have to be SHARED by the dragons?Disclaimer: This is a COMPLETE paranormal dragon shifter romance novel, No cliffhangers! Also, contains scenes of a sexual nature  18+

Guilty Pleasures #3 (Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter)


Laurell K. Hamilton - 2007
    It is included in the graphic novels Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter: Guilty Pleasures, Volume 1 and Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter: Guilty Pleasures, which collect comics #1-6 and #1-12 respectively.

The Alpha Meets His Match


Georgette St. Clair - 2013
    She’s the best at what she does, so what could possibly go wrong? Try: just about everything. She’s forced to partner up with the most stubborn, infuriating werewolf private investigator on the planet, who also happens to be her fated mate. Throw in a wily human thief who won’t stop trying to help her, a surly lion shifter who may be the death of her, a computer genius who knows too much about her...if she survives this case, it’ll be a miracle.Wolf shifter Jax Mackenzie has never been accused of being a nice guy – but being nice doesn’t get the job done. A wolf without a pack, he works the most dangerous assignments doled out by a private security company – and his latest case is a real killer. A fatal Rage virus is spreading among the members of an elite BDSM club, and Jax is determined to get to the bottom of the case.To get what he wants, he’ll ruthlessly use his supernatural strength, his wealthy connections, and Bobbi, the beautiful coyote shifter who’s following him for reasons of her own. But the coyote is his fated mate – and possibly his mortal enemy. Now it’s not just Jax’s heart that’s at risk – it’s his life.

The Lion's Heir


Lilly Pink - 2015
    But instead of being angry, Kyle is excited about this opportunity.He sees this as his chance to step out his father's shadow and become his own man. Now the Lion's heir could become a true Lion Alpha.The woman Kyle is due to marry is Krista. She is smart, sassy and beautiful.On the outside she seems perfect and this arranged marriage seems to be a match made in heaven.However, Kyle is about to discover some very disturbing secrets about his new bride. Secrets so disturbing that life as he knew it will never be the same again...If you love lion shifter romances -- and you are age 18+ -- this twisted shifter story full of mystery, action, adventure and the hottest mating scenes is for you. Strap yourself in and enjoy the ride, as you will not believe how it all ends!!

Blue Mage


Eden Redd - 2015
    This tale is for adults 18 and up. ***Blue Mage is Book 1 in the Blue Mage Series.*** Trystan is a young hapless mage who wishes to continue his magical studies, leaving his hectic and miserable life behind. But in order to do so, he must take on a familiar, a being who's purpose is to store magical energy, protect him from harm and keep his dirty secrets. When Trystan is accepted to the Elemental College of Stukarr, he knows he must take the next step and choose a familiar for the long quest ahead. The mage is hesitant because he knows familiars can be demanding and hard to control much like his evil girlfriend, Freya. Trystan's best friend, Nia, encourages Trystan to take the leap with her and runaway to the elemental college. The quest will take them from their small seaside town to a world of monster girls, magic and seductive adventure. Will Trystan's new familiar drive him crazy? Can Trystan keep his familiar's lustful appetite for his seed at bay? Will the mage uncover deep rooted feelings for his best friend? Will evil Freya stop the mage and force him back to be her submissive servant?

Wolf's Rejection (Bobon Wolf Shifters, #1)


Jean Stokes - 2022
    It doesn’t take long to make a new friend, but just as soon I learn to trust Georgie, a familiar problem arises.My old pack doesn’t care that what I did was an accident. They want revenge and will stop at nothing to get it. If they find me, I’ll have no future. They’ll make sure of that.While I do everything I can to navigate between the life I want and the growing threats around me, I find myself drawn to Beau, a hotter-than-sin alpha male, who struggles with problems of his own.With so many hurdles to cross and nowhere to run, will Beau and I see past our differences and secure our futures, or will the threats that are closing in on us lead to disaster?⭐New from bestselling romance author Jean Stokes⭐THIS IS BOOK 1 OF THE SERIESWARNING: The Bobon Wolf Shifter Series is addictive! Be prepared to stay up until 3am reading a steamy wolf shifter romance with an independent heroine, a hunky alpha, a dash of humor, and a healthy dose of steamy scenes!Steam & language alert 18+ only: I don't want your angry vigilante mama after me! If you aren’t eighteen then go read Harry Potter, mind your language and eat your broccoli!If you're looking for contemporary steamy romance with military veterans or paranormal alphas, then you've found your new favorite author!

Debauchery


Patrick Stewart - 2018
     Oliver accidentally kills a man, meets a red-eyed witch, and then is whisked off to a magical place where he is supposed to learn how to be a wizard. Naturally, everything goes wrong. He ends up killing a whole bunch of… things. Ends up actually owning a whole bunch of girls… and then, really discovers who he is, and why the dead are haunting his dreams, and why the living are trying to kill him.

The Virgin Warrior Bundle


Michele Mills - 2019
     Warning: Each story in this bundle contains a virginal, seven-foot-tall alpha alien who remains unmated until the moment his claw accidentally brushes the palm of his magnificent human Bride. Each warrior is shocked to discover a female from this rare, abnormal species is his fated mate. Alien Bounty Hunters reading order: Kroga’s Bride (Prequel - Available for FREE with newsletter sign up: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/979ae3w8yd) Rayzor’s One Joyzal’s Prize Kayzon’s Wish (Recipient, 2017 Science Fiction Romance Galaxy Award) Syrin’s Mate Zhoryan’s Game Daxon's Hostage Kroga's Redemption (Final book in the series - releasing November 2019)

The Fairhaven Chronicles Boxed Set: The Complete Series: Glow, Shimmer, Ember, Nightfall


Martha Carr - 2020