It was this intense heat, vibrating through my bones and causing my nipples to stiffen under my shirt.Don’t forget the book, Nyomi. This is work, nothing more.Debt-ridden author, Nyomi must complete her book on Tokyo’s underground sex industry in order to revive her stalled career. But first, she needs to get permission from Kenji Soto, head of the Japanese mafia who controls the red-light district under his father's watchful eyes. With one meeting, Kenji traps Nyomi in his gaze and locks her into a deal—spend time with him during her three-week stay, and she will earn the access she needs in order to make her book a bestseller.But Kenji's plans for Nyomi not only include allowing her a look around, but also a first-hand taste of the kinds of things that go on behind closed doors. And if Nyomi isn't careful, she just might find herself falling for Kenji, a man with many demons and a passion so dark, it could change everything she thinks she knows about love.

    There will be two books for these characters. Protecting the family has been ingrained in the Pattels since they practically came out the womb. Whatever sacrifices they make or laws they're forced to break is done without hesitation. When Lorenzo is tasked with a way to gain control of the new District Attorney, he does what he does best: Research the subject, weigh the pros and cons, and come up with a plan. Jeffrey Mills can't be bought or intimidated. So Lorenzo finds another way. He discovers Jeffrey’s weak spot. His daughter, Cecilia “CeeCee” Mills. The encounter starts off as a means to end, but somewhere down the line, it develops into so much more. CeeCee falls head over heels in love with him, and he...well, there is something about her that just won’t let him walk away. However, once she discovers the real reason he targeted her over a year ago, they experience the first real challenge in a relationship built on lies and deceit. Lo readily admits he has feelings for her, but is that enough to overcome the obstacles that a Pattel and the daughter of the District Attorney face? CeeCee will eventually be forced to make a choice between Lorenzo and Jeffrey Mills; that fact is unavoidable. For the Pattels, loyalty is everything; family above all else. When a situation arises where only one of them can come out on top, they’re forced to play the cards they’re dealt and let the chips fall where they may. National Best Selling author S.K. Hardy continues the Pattel saga with Lorenzo & CeeCee’s story. Take this thrilling, sexy journey with S.K. and ride it to the end. You won’t be disappointed. **Warning: This book is an erotic romance novel. It contains strong sexual language and themes that is not appropriate for anyone under the age of 18.

    With a best friend who's a vampire, Simone isn't a stranger to the fanged life, but that doesn't prepare her for meeting her new boss or what happens when he mistakes her for his dinner.Lick is a standalone but has spoilers for Taste: A Vampire Quickie, so you may want to read Taste first.

    Everybody knows you don’t fall in love with your boss. Especially when he’s a cold, distant, tyrannical alpha male. I did it anyway. But I always hid my feelings … until that day. When I made an offhand comment he wasn’t meant to hear, and he took me up on it. If falling for your boss is bad, sleeping with him is even worse. So when he breaks my heart, I’ll only have myself to blame. NOTE: This title was previously published

    I shouldn’t have let the surrogate agency talk me into using Tasha Williams, but she was my only option – or so they said. But now, I’ve got a black baby that should have been born white. Tasha may have duped me, but I’m not letting her off the hook. The contract says the baby is mine and there’s nothing she can do about it. Tasha: When I found the surrogate ad, all I wanted to do was make some quick bank to move into a better neighborhood with my four-year-old daughter, Nikki. Now I’ve got a baby that I want, with a piece of paper that says I can’t have him. But I promise he will be part of our lives – contract or not. And be claimed by Blake Adams? He better not count on it. The Baby is Mine is a complete, standalone BWWM romance novel with no cliffhanger. It contains some intense, steamy scenes and is not recommended for readers under 18. What about a happy ending? You’ll have to read to find out!

    Japanese-American police lieutenant Laine Tanizaki is working undercover to atone for a mistake, and as soon he and Corie meet, the attraction begins. But will it end when each learns the other's secret?

    One day, he's stopped in his philandering tracks by a gorgeous, voluptuous woman with golden brown skin and honey brown eyes. When Jones is suddenly thrust into the role of protector, his whole life changes, and his obsession with the sultry beauty grows. Farren Bell is a sexy, independent, curvaceous siren who never had to depend on anyone but herself, but when a gorgeous playboy unexpectedly becomes her protector, her life will never be the same. Be charmed by a world of sex, lies, murder, love, and intrigue with a dynamic devilish duo in Devilish Charm.

    What happens when your comfortable life is suddenly denied you?When the Chanel make up’s dried up, the designer gear’s been flogged on eBay and the Persian rug has been well and truly pulled out from under you?Meet Francesca Milton-Harris as she realises that one ‘little mistake’ is going to change her life in ways she could never have imagined.The All or Nothing Girl …because sometimes you have to lose it all to see how much more you can gain.

    Then again, Serenity is no groupie. She’s not even a fan.Despite her best efforts Serenity Breedlove can’t resist Wilder’s charm and falls for the caring and vulnerable man behind the country singer’s bad boy swagger. But she learns dating a star has its pitfalls when her weight becomes the topic of national discussion. While Serenity loves Wilder the man, she is not a fan of Wilder the persona. Can their love survive his fame?

     Are you ready for these hot billionaire brothers? Hot Billionaire Brother’s Model Hot Billionaire Brother’s Revenge Hot Billionaire Brother’s Wedding Hot Billionaire Brother’s Second Chance Hot Billionaire Brother’s Handler All have an HEA and have never been released before.

    A tough exterior is her claim to fame, and necessary for the life she lives. But even the toughest have been known to let their guard down at Christmastime. Hilarious by nature, Pharo is the perfect match for Des. And though he wasn’t exactly looking, fate doesn’t care about that. When chance encounters with a stranger happen twice in one day, it's too big to be a coincidence and he's smart enough to know it. Join these two on a hilarious, heart-filled, nutmeg scented journey to love in tight spaces!

    I can’t say that I’ve been through worse, but I still believe I’ll survive this. I’m not going to crumble at the seams. If I do, Collin’s enemies will have won. And everything we’ve both lost would have been for nothing. I know it seems crazy to return to my old life and try to get a fresh start in a place with more bad memories than good, courtesy of my crook of a stepfather. But it’s all I have. And all I need. At least that’s what I keep telling myself. ...Until Collin bursts back into my life. * * * * * I refuse to let Mia suffer. I may know jack about healing—vengeance seems to be all I’m capable of right now—but that doesn’t mean I can’t protect her from more pain. God knows my world has caused her enough of that to last a lifetime. I understand her need to start a new life. Hell, I even want that for her...even though I’m sure it’ll end up killing me and decimating my hopeless heart for good. But I’ll do anything for her. Even this. At least that’s what I keep telling myself. ...Until I almost lose her all over again. * * * * * NOTE: While this is the Collin Stark (CEO of Stark International) mentioned throughout the Savage Trust series, the events of his story actually take place prior to Wrecked, Scarred, and Frayed. Be advised that Collin and Mia’s story is a two-part 80K word duet. This is Book 2. Book 1 takes place six months before the start of this book, and as such, the books need to be read in order. The Savage Hope Duet His Trust (Book 1)
 Her Heart (Book 2) Previously published as Smoke & Curves, Books 2 & 3 (c) 2013, and previously part of the Undeniably His bundled collection (c) 2013, revised throughout with freshly added content, changed/different story scenes, and a new extended ending.

    BELIEVE -- Trystan "Mayhem" Blade and Ivy Wallace. Can they find love in the snowy town of Starpoint, Vermont? ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS IS YOU -- Rance "Quint" MacLean and Dana MacLean. Will these two, having been driven apart by death, be able to reunite this Christmas? THE STAR CAROL -- Jacob "Bam Bam" Tracey and Astreah Sims. A few nights of unbridled passion, a connection which was deeper than either believed, and a blessing which would bring them together for all time.

    After all, he needed that kind of wife to help him escape from his sordid past.Celeste Martin made a deal with Solomon. She'd be his ugly wife. All she wanted in return was his name. She was in love with her sister's fiance and he would be the only man she'd ever love.Solomon had no idea that he'd find his wife fascinating. Celeste didn't know that one taste from her husband's lips would have her wanting more. Yet many strange women were between them.Could Solomon ever escape from his past?Could Celeste ever love her husband?

     When Victoria finds that the man she has come to love has been lying to her, will she be able to forgive him? Victoria Timmons' life is all about work. She is so driven to succeed that she has given up on the prospect of finding love and passion. She has a full-time job and lives with her aging, disabled mother as well as having a side hustle. Victoria has too many responsibilities which doesn't allow much time for anything outside of work. Her boss has dangled a carrot of a promotion in front of her. She has done everything she can to prove that she can handle the job. The new position will allow her to quit her part-time job and maybe have a life that isn't always about work. When she finds out that the position has been giving to someone else, Victoria realizes that she might never have what she wants. Maximillian Jackson Quinn is a charismatic tech billionaire who gets what he wants. He wants a small up and coming company, but before he can close the deal, the current owner places a condition on the sale. Max agrees not to release the employees from their jobs until he has spent time getting to know them and their abilities and talents. In this process, he finds that the company has something else that is a sweet temptation, Victoria Timmons. Keeping his identity a secret from everyone for a month is no difficult task until he decides to pursue a relationship with Victoria. Once he convinces her to take a chance on him, it becomes challenging when his family becomes the center of a public scandal, one that could expose his identity and end the best romance and sex of his life. Jackson is every bit the man intended for an Alpha male romance and Victoria is the perfect African American fiction heroine. The essence of any good romantic love story is the journey from the introduction to the conclusion, of course, it doesn't hurt to fill it with desire, enticing romance, and sex. Experience the exciting contemporary romance, "What You Want." Inside Flap: “I liked kissing you.” He said with a smirk. Her heart rate sped up. “Didn't you like kissing me?” Victoria swallowed, “No.” “No?” he said pulling her close. He flicked his tongue over her lips, and when she responded with a sigh, he captured her lips in a kiss that made her moan with desire. She wanted to push him away as her hands moved to his chest, but the feel of his hard muscular body made her step closer molding her body to his. She opened her mouth to him as he explored her sweet mouth with his tongue. His hands moved to cup her ass. He squeezed it. He loved the softness. She moaned again, a sound that he could easily get used to hearing. He wanted to continue this exploration of her soft curvy body but now was not the right time or place. He reluctantly pulled his mouth from hers and met her eyes, smiling. “Liar.” Advanced Reader Reviews: L.R. I adore the book, I had to take some time to warm up to Vicky, but I loved "Jackson" from the first. Let's not talk about Grandpa Jack. He's a doll. I just loved him. D.A. I enjoyed Victoria, she is a strong heroine and didn't come across as the stereotypical black female character a lot of authors are using now. Thank you for allowing me to read your book. J.A.H. Wow, this is a romantic love story that was worth reading. Can't wait to see what else you are working on. D.R. This was my first interracial romance black women white men. Jackson and Victoria are hot together. I will be reading more multicultural romance books. I.