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Mating Rights
Jaide Fox - 2014
Mali harbors a secret kept hidden her entire life. She's lived in hiding, never knowing the companionship of the wolf pack. Never dreaming of having a family of her own. If she's discovered, there's a chance she may not survive pack punishment for her deception. The feverish heat hits her hard when Jaxon barges into her life and takes her unwillingly to the festival. He's scarred, bitter, and the only man she can trust to assuage the debilitating urge to mate.
Big Daddy Sinatra: There Was a Ruthless Man
Mallory Monroe - 2014
But instead of despising it, he embraces it. Instead of correcting misconceptions, he is a man who don’t give a damn. Until he meets a gorgeous African American woman he can’t get out of his mind… Jenay Franklin has had her share of setbacks in her life. Now she is a thirty-two year old woman just beginning her career in hotel management. When she is given an offer she can’t refuse from the very attractive and very powerful Charles Sinatra, she leaps at the chance to run one of his businesses, and eventually his heart. But in a town that does not accept change well, and with a man who is as ruthless as he is loving, Jenay realizes that love and happiness in Jericho will come at a price. Charles, too, decides to give love another try with Jenay. But at what cost to himself, to his town, and to his four grown sons, all of whom have issues of their own?
Let's Do It Again
Roslyn Hardy Holcomb - 2010
They've been divorced for five. With a little more time on her hands, Dyanne realizes she still wants Jack. For sex at least. Jack just wants Dyanne. Let the games begin. But on whose terms?
All Out of Love
Siera London - 2019
In this small town of everyday charm and colorful characters, Hank believes he's found the one, but is Kelby all out of love? Hank has it bad for third-grade teacher, Kelby Springfield. The single dad has been trying to get next to the reclusive beauty for months, so when she suddenly demands a kiss he’s determined to win her heart out of the starting block. Kelby’s relocation to the small town of Endurance is strategic, not for romantic notions of finding a Mr. Right who’s all wrong. When a colleague’s good intentions lands Kelby in the arms of all-around good guy, Hank Stewart—her heart races faster than her common sense. Hank is convinced he and Kelby have a running start on forever, but is she all out of love?
Chad: A Rockstar's Redemption
Shani Greene-Dowdell - 2018
Ladies love him and men envy him. A wealthy rock star, he is known for his magical fingers on his guitar strings and his melodious voice. Linked to several sex scandals, Chad has sworn several times on TV never to settle down even ‘til his last breath. He has said it so many times, his life as a single man is as much as one of his trademarks as his guitar. Tiana Hendricks, Chad’s best friend, is the only woman he ever loved. She walked away with his heart after graduation. She, however, had a reason, a secret. Her father is one of the most hated men in the USA. Getting involved with Chad would only bring her past back into the tabloids, and she dreads the exposure. But when Chad walks into their class reunion, just one look and she knows she can’t resist their connection. Chad and Tiana secretly want to be together. However, Tiana is not willing to let all he has worked for go down the drain. They can be together, but no one can know. Once a nosy journalist exposes their new love affair, and Chad reverts to his old media tactics, their world is turned upside down, once again. Will Tiana walk out of his life for good this time? Or will their love prove stronger than any obstacle they may face?
Crimson Bird
L.B. Keen - 2017
One: A Vampires word is law Two: Their food, the third sex are known as Damphirs Three: Love is for those who can afford to buy it. And Bird wishes to be free of all three. Bird, a Damphir bought once she completed training, lives her life with the Wellings Noble family never completely accepted, and never fully rejected. Living a half existence, thinking that every Damphir is living the same existence as she. She endures, and takes each day one by one. A game of cards at a midnight ball changes everything... Finding herself the prize at a card game, Bird is dragged into a world far more decadent world then she ever thought possible. Desired for her looks, she will be offered a chance of freedom, for a small price...she must seduce the First Prince and dash his heart against the cold stones of the palace. A game of Hearts... First Prince, Talon Ellison does not desire the crown, but he going to do his duty of securing the throne from his conniving brothers. Yet, a Damphir gifted to him by his devious brother, causes him to begin doubting his desire to fulfill his duty, and live up to the expectations of his father. Talon is determined to torture Bird, to make her break, but with each taste, with each touch, Talon finds himself losing this dangerous game.
Chunky But Funky
Marteeka Karland - 2014
If one weren't in the same room with him. If one was in the same room with him, one simply called him “Sir.” Six feet, seven inches tall, he weighed in at nearly three hundred pounds. One hundred percent of him muscle-laden, proud-as-fuck United States of goddamned American bad ass Marine. The very last thing anyone wanted to do was to piss him off. Harassing his woman was a damned good way to piss him off. It didn't matter that she wasn't really his woman, it was implied. Fortunately, that was an oversight he was about to fix. But convincing the plus sized, ebony beauty she was the one for him might prove to be his most important mission to date.
Private
Xavier Neal - 2016
No face to face meetings. No interviews. No social media accounts. Despite his ghost demeanor he continues to financially flourish and make his fellow investors richer with every decision. Throughout the years many have sought to discover the man inside the mogul while others have spread legends painting him as a heartless monster consumed by greed. None of it matters to him. Weston's true identity is secured away in his estate of solitude, which consists of the only people in the entire world he believes he can trust. That is until he's asked to allow a guest access to the property under extreme circumstances. One he knows he shouldn't. It doesn't take long before his world is turned upside down, unexpected threats arise, and Weston's forced to ask himself what really should be kept private?
Ten Years Too Late
Jade Monet - 2019
Milo unintentionally made the biggest mistake of his life. He let his true love get away and missed out on the best thing anyone could have. Parenthood. Not trying hard enough to get what you want can turn into a great let down. Ava didn't fight hard enough. She let him get away. She allowed others to make decisions for her. Coming from two different cultures can be the death of a young love. Now that Milo has a second chance, will he step up and tell others to stay the hell out of his life's decisions? Or will time prove that nothing has changed? Is it really Ten Years Too Late?
Child of His Revenge
Izabella Brooks - 2018
His career took a nosedive six years ago when a malicious journalist published a story full of lies and ever since then, Elijah has carefully planned every step to make it right. His target? Emmie Jack, daughter of the journalist who destroyed his life. When Emmie meets a tall, mysterious stranger at the bar, she’s instantly captivated by him- even if he’s exactly the wrong type of guy for her. And before she knows it, they’ve embarked on a torrid affair that leaves her completely oblivious to his obsessive need for revenge. Elijah has Emmie exactly where he wants her. What he did not expect, however, was to fall for her. With his plan now in jeopardy, will Emmie ever find out that their whole affair is founded on lies? And what happens when realizes that she ultimately lost her heart to a man who hates everything that she stands for? **** This is a standalone Novel with a touch of steam and HEA. **** Your copy of "Child of His Revenge" (approximately 50,000 words) includes a BONUS BOOK
A Reservation for One
LaShawn Vasser - 2017
. . tragic. A disaster. A catastrophe. She wanted off the break-up and make-up crazy train that left her unable to recognize herself. Her plan. End the ridiculousness and focus on getting control of her life. His plan. Which one? Love’s plan. Amp up the crazy. Love and life were about to get much more complicated. PLEASE NOTE: A Reservation for One is a 2-Part series. This NOVELLA is a traditional sweet romance and ends in a cliff-hanger. It is adult in nature and is for mature audiences only.
Changing Brides
V.C. Taylor - 2017
Everything is either right or wrong in his view, so it’s no surprise that he reprimands his younger brother for fighting over one of the saloon ladies. He is incensed that his sibling would do something so stupid—until he sees the beautiful Celeste Lebeau for himself. He’s instantly smitten with dislike tempered with a lot of lust. He wants her out of town and fast. Most of all, he wants to make sure she stays away from his brother. His jealousy makes no sense, especially since he’s an engaged man, but he feels what he feels and soon becomes involved with the woman bold enough to challenge him in front of the whole town. How in the world is he going to get his life back on track when he’s promised to one woman but falling fast and hard for another?
The Pervert, The Monster, and The Sex-Bot
Christine Gray - 2018
Lucky Bastard, Mr. Asshole, and a Perverted Drunk all walk into a club. Stop me if you heard this joke, but I doubt you’ve heard something as fucked up as this tale."- Keagan One night of passion with Monae will make for a very interesting partnership when they come face to face, months later. Who was to know that the mystery woman with an unquenchable sexual appetite would be the lead detective he's riding with? This is an assignment Keagan can't resist....and might be the downfall of her relationship. Then again, Monae getting rid of her current Joker to make room for a King, like Keagan, maybe worth all the troubles doing so will bring. Throw in trying to solve a case involving a Sex Bot, a Monster that had it coming, a slew of Suspects, and Monae's thirsty ass sister all while trying to keep his dick in his pants will make for a helluva first week. After it's all done though, Keagan will be the name lingering on everyone's lips.
Warlocks: The Creole Coven (The Laveau Coven)
Latrivia Welch - 2018
John is a nosy reporter chasing the story of her life, a story that will hopefully win her the Pulitzer Prize and national acclaim. When a tip about four mysterious suicides that happen in an upscale hotel in New Orleans, LA lands on her desk, she packs a bag and heads to the Big Easy to investigate. What Toni doesn’t know is that the mysterious deaths are closely connected to her own sordid past, and the sexy alpha manager of the hotel, Jericho Laveau, is indelibly linked to her epic future. However, her adventure is not just about her own life – she discovers she is the key to the future of man. With warlocks, witches, angels and mayhem on her heels, this ambitious journalist gets more than she bargains for and possible more than she’s willing to write about. Read Warlocks: The Creole Coven, Latrivia Welch’s first paranormal thriller about the power of love, the pain of truth and the strength of family in a classic good vs. evil story guaranteed to entertain you for hours. NOTE TO READERS: This book was originally part of the Creole Nights boxset released in 2017. It has since been extended by over 160 pages and five additional chapters. If you think you enjoyed it before, wait until you read the extended version now. www.latriviawelchbooks.com
The Baby Contract
Shelli Quinn - 2011
So she decided to get an artificial insemination, but when a mix up occurs at the clinic where she had the procedure done her life is changed forever.Pierce Fabrizio is shocked to find out that the sperm he thought was destroyed had been used to impregnate a woman who is now seven month pregnant with his child.Now all he had to do was get her to agree to marry him right after he got her to sign the baby contract.