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"I faked an engagement with my enemy… and now I can’t tell if I want to kiss him or kill him. Grayson Hayes is everything I can’t stand—grumpy, arrogant, and way too sure of himself. Also, my next-door neighbor. We were supposed to keep our distance. But when a sleazy developer tries to strongarm us off our land, we do the dumbest thing imaginable. We pretend to be engaged. Now we’re stuck holding hands at town events. Faking smiles for nosy neighbors. Whispering insults behind polite grins. And somewhere between his gruff protectiveness and the way he calls me “trouble” like it’s a promise, I forget I’m supposed to hate him. He shows up when I need him most. He listens when no one else does. He kisses like he means it. And I let myself fall—right before everything explodes. Because if this lie becomes public, we could lose everything… including each other."

"I took a live-in nanny job for a grumpy billionaire single dad. Now I’m pregnant. Jake Kincaid is cold, infuriating, and completely out of my league. But when I stumble into his penthouse, I somehow end up hired as his nanny. He’s grumpy and emotionally unavailable, but then comes an unexpected night—where we shatter the rules. Slow music. Too-honest confessions. A kiss that leaves me breathless. He lets me see the broken pieces he hides from everyone else. He touches me like he can’t stop, kisses me like I’m his only air. And when he finally sinks into me; it’s slow and reverent. For a few stolen hours, we aren’t boss and nanny—we’re something raw, something real. I should’ve walked away. Instead, I stayed and I fell for him—hard. Then two pink lines flip my world upside down and he doesn’t know. If the truth comes out, I could lose everything."

"THE RELUCTANT BILLIONAIRE’S MATCH: A Grumpy/Sunshine, Ex-SEAL, Second Chance, Forced Proximity, Single Dad Romance He’s a grumpy ex-SEAL single dad, turned tech billionaire. She’s sunshine in designer heels. A forced-proximity romance full of grit, heart, and second chances. I like mountains, quiet, and being left the hell alone. Then Lily showed up. She’s sunshine, chaos, and my best friend’s little sister. I wasn’t supposed to care. Now she’s getting under my skin. She’s rearranged my kitchen, won over my kid, and named the damn chickens. Looking way too sexy doing it. When my kid goes missing and Lily proves she’s more—strong, gritty. The slow burn, the kiss, and the storm... I’m not sure I want her gone. If she stays, she’ll break all my rules. If she leaves, she’ll break me. "

When free-spirited artist Lila Bennett moves back to Maplewood Glen, the last thing she expects is to clash with her grumpy next-door neighbor—her brother’s best friend, Dean Carter. He loves control; she thrives on chaos. But between a town bake-off, one meddling matchmaker, and a summer storm that strands them together, the fence between irritation and attraction starts to crumble. In a town where love spreads faster than gossip, Lila and Dean must decide if they're brave enough to cross the line—before they lose each other for good.

"A fake date with my best friend’s brother gets the rumor mill started. Coming back to Magnolia, I was ready for the whispers, but not for Jackson Turner, my off-limits high school crush. As a devoted teacher, coach, and single dad, he doesn’t have much time for dating. Our arrangement was simple: be Jackson’s date to his high school reunion in exchange for his help with my bakery renovation. From the moment we shook hands to seal the deal, I knew I was in trouble. As we work together, I notice that his touch lingers longer than it should, and his smile makes my pulse race. The kiss was unexpected, but the timing was perfect. What started as a simple favor is turning into something real. But Jackson isn’t just the man I’m falling for—he’s my best friend’s brother, and when she finds out, it could shatter everything. "

"Hewastrainedtodisappear. Until one mission—and one woman—made him feel everything. Damian Ross doesn’t do attachments. He lives off-grid, off-books, and off-limits. But when a covert op shatters under the weight of buried secrets, everything changes. Now he’s protecting a child the world was never meant to know existed. Partnered with a brilliant, dangerous doctor who sees right through him. And haunted by the name inside a battered press badge—a name that shouldn’t matter, but does. He was supposed to vanish. Instead, he broke every rule. Because in the dark, with nothing left to lose… Even ghosts can fall. Some secrets don’t stay buried. Especially the ones that feel like her."

" He was the perfect vacation fling—until I walked into the office and realized he’s my new boss…and my ex’s older brother. Mexico was a retreat for my soul—sun kissing my skin, the hypnotic sound of the waves and my sketchbook at hand. Celebrating new beginnings as lead artist. An unexpected ‘treat’ named Logan crashes my celebrations. He sweeps my mind away from the city grind and eases my nerves with endless banter. Back home, Mr. Grumpy and I now work alongside each other, creating art to market his snazzy firm. He’s cold and guarded with little expression; almost lifeless as the walls of this conference room. Our feelings were left in Mexico. But the pull between us only grows harder to ignore. Logan is warmer and opening up when we’re alone together. I cannot pretend Mexico never happened. It was an instant connection from the beginning. And the moment I realize Logan is my ex’s brother, it hits like a punch to the gut—suddenly, I’m caught between the past I ran from and the man I can't stay away from. "

"I need a job. My best friend’s grumpy billionaire brother needs a nanny. Now, I’m in a fake engagement! I never planned to become a nanny—especially not for Logan Carter. He’s my best friend’s arrogant, insufferable older brother. But I took the job with bills piling up and no other options. He challenges me at every turn, and I push back harder. It infuriates him. It excites me. Then Logan suggests an even crazier idea: a fake engagement to improve his bad image. The plan? Pretend to be in love. Convince the world. Walk away untouched. The problem? One kiss transforms the lie into something neither of us is ready to admit. The way he looks at me lingers too long. The way he touches me feels too real. The more we play pretend, the harder it is to remember we’re acting. If my best friend finds out I’m falling for her older brother, I might lose our friendship forever. "

"Bound by fate. Marked by power. If we lose, the world falls. I entered the Tournament of Eternity to prove I was more than a fae princess. I didn’t expect to be bound to a relentless sorcerer-knight, fated to a dragon, and hunted by a warlock. Mikhail is impossible. Sharp-tongued. Unshakable in every way, and the only person who sees the real me. We clash in every way—except when it matters. When a rival strikes, he shields me. When my power fractures, he grounds me. When we’re alone… it’s a different kind of danger. What i never saw coming: a reckless kiss, a truth spoken too softly, a touch, we never dared to admit. The silence between us that says everything. Now the Wellspring is breaking, and Mikhail would die to stop it. But I’ve made my choice. I’ll fight fate, burn kingdoms, and challenge death itself—before I let him go. "

"I can't believe I'm fake dating my dead brother’s best friend. Jake Kensington. The infuriating billionaire next door. His reckless influence on my brother is the reason Matt ended up with a record and a scar. Now my ill grandmother wants to give away the estate unless I prove I’m settling down. So when Jake proposes a fake relationship to save my inheritance, I begrudgingly say yes. We spend time getting our story straight before we make our debut and I see there’s another side to him. Against my better judgement, I can’t deny that his touch sets my pulse racing. And when he grabs me, his mouth hot at my neck and his hands greedy on my skin, every reason I ever hated him burns away. Between a dance that left me breathless, and a kiss that shattered every boundary we swore to keep—I've fallen hard. If this plan fails—if Jake doesn’t feel the same way—I won’t just lose my childhood home. I’ll lose the one thing that finally feels real."

"I Slept with Ethan Hart. Now I’m Hiding a Secret Even I Don’t Fully Understand. Ethan Hart is the last man I should ever touch. My cutthroat rival. My biggest regret. The billionaire who lives to see me lose. We’ve spent years locked in a ruthless game—stealing clients, trading insults, one-upping each other in every boardroom battle. Then one careless night, in a dark hallway at a charity gala, I let him kiss me. And I kissed him back. Now I’m waking up nauseous, restless, and haunted by a night I swore I’d forget. But Ethan keeps showing up… at my office, at my doctor’s, at the edge of every line I try not to cross again. He’s infuriatingly loyal. Terrifyingly attentive. And suddenly… not the enemy I thought he was. But just as I start to let my guard down, Julian—my ex—comes back. With answers I’m not ready for. And Ethan? He’s hiding something. Something about my company, my future, maybe even that night. And if I’m right, I’ve fallen for the man who might ruin everything."

"She kissed me to steal a bag of chips. Now, she's living next door. And I can’t get her out of my head. Sophie Davis—bold, beautiful, and half my age. She’s off-limits— my best friend’s daughter. But after that kiss, all I see is trouble wrapped in temptation. She’s got no place to stay, and now she’s under my roof—her rules clashing with my control. And when she suggests a one-night stand to “clear the air,” I know I should say no. ""One night wasn’t enough. Until we had another romantic scene on my cabin in the mountains of Colorado that sealed the deal. Now she’s pregnant. Will her dad accept me as his son-in-law, or will it destroy our friendship? I’m not letting her or our baby go."" "

"Our fake relationship started as a PR stunt. Now I’m the only thing he sees when he steps off the ice. Jake Mitchell is off-limits, bad-tempered, and sinfully hot—everything I should steer clear of. But I sign on to play pretend girlfriend for the cameras, the team, the career boost. No strings. No feelings. No problem. Until his hands get possessive. His mouth gets filthy. And his eyes tell me I’m already his. Every stolen kiss drags us deeper into dangerous territory. Then the trade rumors hit. My dream job calls. I thought love could wait. Now I’m starting to wonder if it already slipped away."

"Emma Wilder, a journalist, falls for the silver-fox legend billionaire Liam Connor. Liam is a recluse after losing his wife and son in a freak automobile accident. Emma is committed to discovering why Liam has disappeared from society. In a heated interview, Emma and Liam are left in close proximity. They lose control and end up having the best sex of their life. Her research leads her to discover that Liam’s wife’s death was a planned assassination. Now she is next. "

Jack I had one job. Stay focused. Stay detached. Dismantle a ruthless crime syndicate deep in the remote wilderness. I never expected my toughest challenge to be Charlotte Reed. From the moment I met her, everything changed. Secretive, seductive, and far too connected to the dirtbags we were hunting down. Trapped together in a secluded cabin, hunkered down, our lives in jeopardy… I knew I shouldn’t trust her. I definitely shouldn’t want her. Her past is a ticking time bomb she doesn’t want to share. The more we resist, the more the lines between duty and desire blur. I must keep the mission from falling apart and fight the pull between us. I have to keep her safe. Danger is closing in…

"My fake fiancé is my brother's best friend. Completely off-limits. And impossibly tempting... Agreeing to fake-marry Manhattan's most notorious playboy seemed like a great idea, despite my brother's warning to stay away, and my lingering childhood crush. Gulp.  Jackson Reid never noticed me growing up. Until now. Now he needs something only I can provide: to convince his world we're getting married to save his empire.  After that, I will get funding for my new business. Simple—if we can keep it professional. I play my part perfectly at galas, reciting our love story. But then something shifts between us. His lingering glances, his touches. Is he still faking? What will my brother do if I give in to him? When our secret leaks, thanks to a vengeful ex, tabloids, and my furious brother, we stand to lose everything. Will Jackson save himself and his empire? Or will he finally give me what I've secretly wanted all along, his heart. A steamy, standalone off-limits billionaire romance with off-the-charts chemistry and a guaranteed HEA. "

"I lusted after a stranger. Slept with my grumpy billionaire boss… Now I’m falling for him while spying on his company. Max Taylor is my worst-case scenario in a tailored suit: Cold. Rich. My brother’s best friend—and completely off-limits. Thanks to my brother—and a perfectly timed mojito disaster—he’s now my boss. But I’m not here to organize his calendar. I’m here to clear my name… and expose the one who ruined me. Then came the storm. The whiskey. One reckless night that changed everything. We weren’t supposed to cross that line. He’s still suspicious. I’m still lying. And every second we’re alone feels like we’re playing with fire. But Max is more than the grump I thought he was. He listens. He trusts me—almost. He kisses me like I’m the only thing keeping him sane. I should’ve walked away. Instead, I fell for him. Now I’m accused of leaking secrets to his biggest rival. However, the clues point to Max. And if I can’t prove the truth in time… Not only can he go to jail— I’ll lose the only man I’ve ever loved. "

I captured the enemy. Now I can’t let her go. She’s the prophecy I don’t believe in. I rule the wilds with blood and blade. No mercy. No weakness. Until she crashes into my world—wild, spell-soaked, and defiant. I should've killed her. Instead, I bound her. A siren with eyes like war and lips that taste like sin. Now she’s mine to guard. To break. To crave. But my own soldiers want her power. And if they touch her… I’ll burn this realm to ash.

Yeah, I kissed the enemy first. And I’ve been chasing her taste ever since. Anastasia was never supposed to get under my skin. But one taste, and I was done. She’s the sharp-tongued rival attorney who once left me wrecked—and the only woman who’s ever matched me, move for move, heat for heat. I’m Daniel Powers—New York’s top trial attorney. Ruthless. Controlled. Untouchable. At least, I was… until fate shoved us into the same high-stakes case, working side by side, behind closed doors. Now, every argument ends with her pinned against my desk. Every secret we uncover pulls us deeper into danger. She’s still off-limits. Still the enemy. And still the best thing that’s ever happened to me. If I’m not careful, she’ll cost me everything. But hell if I can stop. I Kissed the Enemy First is a steamy, enemies-to-lovers romantic suspense packed with tension, betrayal, and late-night heat that doesn’t fade with the sunrise.

In Guardians of the Amulet, I invite you into a world of twin moons, elemental magic, and a prophecy that could destroy everything. Lyra Vale never believed in magic, until a glowing amulet dragged her into a realm teetering on the edge of war. Named a lost heir and forced to train with Kael, a brooding shapeshifter sworn to protect her, Lyra must decide what she's willing to sacrifice. This is a slow-burn, fated mates fantasy romance full of danger, desire, and destiny. If you love protective heroes, hidden powers, and high-stakes passion, this book was written for you.

When the floodwaters rise, so do the ghosts of the past. Trapped in a storm with her gruff ex—Jake Carter, the brooding, fiercely loyal ex-SEAL and single father—Amelia is swept into a whirlwind of danger and desire. In their small town swallowed by rain and regret, sparks fly where silence once lived. She's sunlight and steel; he's all shadows and scars. As a landslide looms and time runs thin, survival binds them tight. But when love becomes the biggest risk of all, will they dare to reach for what once shattered—or will the storm claim everything before they get the chance?

In New Hampshire’s quiet Lakes Region, a beloved philanthropist is found dead in a locked room—no weapon, no signs of entry. Private investigator Andrew John and partner Vivian Cross uncover secrets, lies, and a neighbor with too much to hide. As they dig deeper, they find a truth someone is desperate to keep buried. With each twist, the danger grows. The killer isn’t just close—it’s personal. Some crimes should stay buried. Some truths should never surface.

A forbidden crush on my grumpy, off-limits boss has never been this tempting. His name is Luke—domineering, irresistible, and single dad with a soft spot hidden beneath that corporate armor. I met his daughter Lily first, through a twist of fate. Her charm grabbed my heart and led me straight to him. The age difference should have been off-putting, but his simmering gaze pulled me in during office meetings. Working late, our heated debates turned into something more—a chemistry that set the night on fire. Then, there’s my past—a secret my former boss tries to wield…

100 Word Version: The Billionaire's Fake Engagement: An Enemies-to-Lovers Grumpy Sunshine Romance He’s grumpy, guarded, gorgeous—and now my fake fiancé. Ethan Caldwell, ruthless billionaire and CEO, is the last person I wanted to deal with. His company’s plans threaten to destroy my startup, the dream I built with grit and sleepless nights. The **** is this so poor But when a horrible PR crisis erupts, his solution is outrageous: a fake engagement. At his secluded cabin, our rehearsed lies blur into something real. Beneath his armor, I see the man—scarred yet fiercely protective. One untamed night changes everything. Now, if this charade crumbles, I’ll lose my company, my future, and the man who’s stolen my heart. Full Blurb: The Billionaire's Fake Engagement: An Enemies-to-Lovers Grumpy Sunshine Romance He’s grumpy, guarded, gorgeous—and a billionaire to boot. Now, he’s my enemy and my fake fiancé. I never planned to cross paths with Ethan Caldwell. A ruthless tycoon with a scowl that could stop traffic. My startup was my dream. Built on grit and sleepless nights. Now, Caldwell Enterprises’ plans threaten to destroy it all. Ethan Caldwell is CEO in name only. The greedy board controls everything, And I’m just collateral damage. They don’t even understand the damage they are doing to themselves. And now, a massive PR crisis is brewing. Ethan’s solution? A fake engagement. At his secluded cabin, we rehearse our story. Each lie pulls us closer to the truth. Up close, I see the man beneath the armor. Scarred by betrayal, yet fiercely loyal and protective. Then, one untamed night changes everything. His rough hands and deep murmurs ignite a spark I never expected. If this charade falls apart, I’ll lose everything. My company, my future, and the man who’s stolen my heart.

"He’s my brother’s best friend. My new boss. And the one man I swore I’d never let touch me. Now I’m trapped in a kitchen with him—late nights, tight spaces, and a heat that has nothing to do with the stove. Luke Anderson is all sharp edges and wicked smirks. Tattooed. Dominant. The kind of man women regret... but never forget. My brother’s known him forever, and his warning was clear: He’s a good guy… just not when it comes to women. Don’t be the one who thinks you’ll change him. He still knows how to push my buttons—and I push right back. But the tension? It sizzles. One late-night prep turns into a kiss I can still taste. He’s more than the arrogant heartbreaker I remember. He challenges me. Supports me. Sees me. But if my brother finds out I’ve fallen for him, it’ll blow everything apart. And if Luke does what he’s always done—If I’m wrong about being the exception— I won’t just lose him...I’ll lose everything I’ve worked for."

"No one will convince Olivia that her grandfather dies of natural causes. Olivia is called home under the worst of circumstances, to the small town she thought she left in her rearview mirror. When she is told her grandfather murdered a guest in his care before he died in police custody, it doesn’t match up to the wonderful soul she loved. As a forensic psychologist, she can feel something is wrong with the narrative, and everyone is trying to send her packing before she can dig in deeper. The police chief offers her a job to join the force. Is this offer intended to keep track of her or to use her skills to solve the stalled investigation? As the list of suspects continues to grow, Olivia navigates a slippery web of lies, deceit and decades of old mysteries in town, rife with plenty of suspects and their shady reasons to frame her grandfather."

"Snowed In with a Killer Claire Hastings needs to see her ailing grandmother. A snowstorm grounds her in Willow Haven, forcing her to take shelter at a cozy inn. Victor Brandt was conniving… and despised. He’s found murdered, the guest list shrinks—and everyone remaining is a suspect. Roads closed/phones down, Claire’s dry wit and sharp instincts activate. She sleuths with Tom and pup, Snoopdog, to unravel the mystery. Many clues—hidden ledgers, strange codes, and nervous glances. Claire is threatened and locked in a cooler! Now it’s personal. Claire must outwit/expose the killer—before her layover becomes her final stop. "

"Since my wife died, I’ve only focused on my basketball team and my daughter. Nobody else is my responsibility. I’m starting to sense a spark with a spunky new art teacher. If I fall for her, I may not be able to forgive myself for giving up on my late wife. And now, my daughter is becoming best friends with her. Artsy Emily is threatening to change my entire world forever. I’ll have to let go of the past.. To have a shot at a future with Emily. "

This irresistible silver fox billionaire is the epitome of power and my best friend's dad. And now I’m pregnant with his baby. Ethan Wells is dangerously captivating, my boss and my best friend’s father. Sophie landed me the job at Wells Enterprises. Working for her father was a temporary stepping stone. But from the moment I joined this billion-dollar company, everything changed. His intense gaze held me captive, his voice a dark whisper sending shivers down my spine. Late work hours turned into intense conversations and confessions. The air between us thickened with something forbidden, something we both tried to ignore—until the Wells Charity Gala, when one reckless kiss shattered every boundary. One night sent my world spiraling. But somewhere between stolen touches and whispered promises, we started falling—hard and fast. If Sophie ever finds out, it will destroy everything—our friendship, my job, and the fragile secret we can barely contain… …that I’m carrying his child.

I hacked the wrong server and caught the attention of a ghost… Now I’m living in the penthouse of the man who stalked me—and I think I’m in love with him. It started with code—just a pulse of data across a crowded café screen. Then came the feeling… like someone breathing down my neck from inside the wires. He warned me to back off. I didn’t. So he broke into my system—and my life. His name is Jackson Stone. The Wraith. Reclusive. Cold as hell. When the threats came, he stepped out of the shadows. Penthouse. Surveillance. Secrets. He says it’s protection—I say it feels like prison. But it isn’t prison if you don’t want to leave. And I don’t—not after I see the way he looks at me. He watches like he owns me. Touches like he worships me. I should run. Instead, I let him kiss me. He’s ruthless. But he’s the only one keeping me alive. Now I know the truth— If I expose the conspiracy, I could die. If I stay silent, I lose myself. But here’s the worst part… I think I already belong to him.

My new boss? A grumpy, emotionally constipated billionaire cowboy with abs you could serve drinks on. I spill coffee on the most intimidating billionaire and he looks at me like I'm dirt on his boots. Jayden Black—my brother's best friend from childhood. He has transformed from a goofy teen into a glowering cowboy god. When his nanny quits, I’m the only one desperate enough to say yes. Living under the same roof, tension simmers. He’s infuriating and makes my blood boil in all the wrong—then right—ways. I see how he is with his son. I watch him fix a swing at midnight and whisper to horses like they’re listening. At his ranch, Jayden's hands graze mine, we're enemies no more, tangled together beneath stars that have no business witnessing what happens next. I don’t mean to fall for him. But I do. Things hit the fan when I accidentally wear his dead wife's jacket. Now he wants me gone. The past may be what broke him—but loving me might be what finally shatters us both.

The rolling pin points to murder, and Olivia Marx is the only one who sees it. In the quaint town of Whispering Falls, it's a fine line between cookie dough and crime scenes. Olivia Marx, puzzle enthusiast and reluctant detective, finds her cozy life flipped upside down. When the town's beloved baker, Ben, is found dead, Olivia dives into a web of confectionery conspiracies. Too bad Detective Ethan Blackwell insists she leave it to the pros. Crumbs of evidence present more questions than answers. Every resident seems suspicious, including Olivia herself, and secrets are as common as cupcakes in her search for justice. The prime suspects were Vincent Calloway and Nathen Pierce. Ben had a very public spat with one and owed money to the other one. The quirky townsfolk, like Miss Myrtle, add a dollop of humor, but it's Olivia's sharp mind that cuts through the chatter. Clues twist and turn, leading her on a chase filled with faux friends and false leads that could lead her straight to a dead end. Someone is watching her and if she doesn’t solve the murder fast she just might be the cookie that crumbles.

When a cryptic quilt turns up at a quilting retreat in the mountain village of Aspen Ridge, quilt shop owner Alex Allin is reluctantly pulled into a decades-old mystery. With her loyal dog Saedie, best friend Juniper, and a charmingly nosy journalist in tow, Alex uncovers hidden letters, long-buried secrets, and whispers of a recent death that might not have been an accident. As suspects emerge and red herrings multiply, one thing becomes clear: someone in town will do anything to keep the truth hidden. Cozy, clever, and full of heart—this mystery stitches the past and present into one unforgettable patchwork.

I am back in my small hometown for a quick travel blog feature…not to fall for my best friend's ex-hockey star brother. Again. Leave it to me to run into Alex Ford the minute I’m back home. I literally collide with his rock solid chest on Main Street. So much for my graceful return. Coming home to Riverbend was supposed to be simple: snap pretty photos, write witty captions, and steer clear of my best friend's billionaire, grumpy brother. But when I get tangled up in rescuing his beloved hockey camp, I can’t help but think all of this might be a big mistake. Watching Alex patiently teach skating to giggling eight-year-old girls and cheering them on from the bench is really starting to melt the ice around my heart. We're total opposites. I chase adventures, he chases responsibilities. He barely smiles; I blog sunshine and sarcasm. But between romantic sunsets and conversations that stretch until dawn, the walls I’ve built to protect myself dissolve like sugar in warm tea. I fell for his charm once before and ended up crushed. I can't risk that again. Trying to remember why we're enemies is getting harder. And resisting how much I want him seems impossible.

He’s my brother’s best friend. My secret crush. And now… my boss. Dante isn’t just a billionaire real estate mogul—he’s also a single dad, my overprotective brother’s best friend, and the man I’ve secretly loved for years. An ex-military alpha who keeps his heart locked away. When he offers me a job as his daughter’s nanny, I should say no. Living under the same roof? A terrible idea. But I need this job and Dante needs me more than he’s willing to admit. The more time we spend together, the harder it is to fight the tension crackling between us. Every stolen glance. Every accidental touch. Until one night, our restraints shatter and I give him my V card. I’m falling hard for him and there’s no turning back. I was always his forbidden temptation. Now I’m his obsession…as long as my brother never finds out.

Fate lit a fuse the moment Maya crashed into my life. She’s magnetic, untouchable, and dangerously mine. Our bond crackles like lightning, irresistible yet cursed. Claiming her could destroy everything—but walking away would destroy me. My wolf claws to possess her, pushing us closer to the brink as danger hunts our every heartbeat. We're trapped between an impossible curse and scorching desire. I’ll defy fate itself to keep her safe, even if it means walking straight into the flames. Losing her isn’t an option—I’d rather burn.

A massive once-in-a-lifetime storm sweeps Coral Cove. Townhall is consumed by flames and the city clerk’s tragic death sparks suspicion. Maxine Harper, (Maxy) is a renowned investigative reporter returned to her childhood hometown, steps into the web of confusion and chaos with Tony Blane, her high school sweetheart turned therapist.Tom Mitchell, an infamous cyber security expert and local bookstore owner, adds his unique skills. Recalled intimacy sparks between Maxy and Tony as they dig through the town's past. The arson investigation smolders under the fire chief’s incompetence, and the community’s trust burns out quickly. With remarkable skill and steely determination, the trio unravels a puzzle of cyber clues and long buried motives. A forgotten victim turned villain lurks amid the ashes. With vengeance in his veins and decades of rejection in his heart, he continues his arsonist rampage, targeting Coral Cove’s historic buildings. As embers cool, the team races against time to uncover the truth before Coral Cove’s history turns to smoke. A shocking confession halts the town’s heart. Loss and guilt hang heavy as the sea breeze whispers in a community, longing for its kinder past.

Myra Armstrong owns a million-dollar Giancarlo Vespri painting. Barnville’s Museum of Art has a gala for the benefactors, and the public can view it. Then, Leo Pritchard, the Museum’s curator, is murdered in his office while a painting behind his desk goes missing. At the same time, Myra can’t find Vespri’s signature on Natura Morte even though she knows where Vesper hid it. Sheriff Pick Lawson shows up sick with the flu, so he assigns his up-and-coming new Detective, Hansen Mulvaney, to the case. Then Pick asks Thelma if she could help Hansen find his way around town. What was thought to be an investigation to find Leo Pritchard’s murderer escalates into another murder, an art theft, and an art forgery ring with all types of people involved. Thelma and Hansen try to piece together everything they find. Will they get to Myra’s million-dollar painting first, or will it be sold to one of the Top Ten Most Wanted on the FBI’s List? Or will someone else end up dead all because of a Giancarlo Vespri painting?

Falling for my brother’s best friend was never part of the plan. Especially when he’s my grumpy billionaire boss. One tiny mistake at our company’s luxury mountain retreat… And now I’m stuck sharing a cabin with my billionaire boss Jake Preston. Grumpy, gorgeous, and twice my age, Jake’s everything I shouldn’t want. I’m all sass and defiance—the exact kind of challenge he hates. But when he catches me during a team-building event, everything shifts. One lingering glance. One stolen kiss. And the line we swore we’d never cross becomes a distant memory. The tension between us? Combustible. Every touch is dangerous. Falling for him could ruin everything: our careers and his relationship with my brother.

My father’s scams got me caught up in an arranged marriage to a mafia don. To pay off my fathers debt, I agreed to an arranged marriage with Vincent Bernardi—a billionaire silver fox cloaked in power and mystery. He’s the epitome of dark allure—his gruff, brooding exterior But Vincent doesn’t just claim me on paper. He possesses me with every smoldering glance, every heated touch. Beneath his cold, commanding presence, I see glimpses of the man behind the power—the one who watches me too closely, who protects me too fiercely, who kisses me like I’m the only thing keeping him sane. I told myself I wouldn’t fall for him. But I have I’m kidnapped, bound and blindfolded Vincent vows to burn the city to the ground to get me back.

I went to a job interview, not a fiery reminder of my previous night's escapades. And yet there he was—my intoxicating mistake. A dangerous allure in a designer suit, promising chaos with a smile. Luke Barrett—the tech world's untamed titan, who reigns with a digital fist. A man who vowed to stay heartless, hiding a vulnerability buried beneath the swagger. Now, I'm face-to-face with the man who once set my world ablaze, and his nephew, a bright spark searching for solace. A child desperate for love and belonging. I am the expert meant to weave calm and nurture. He’s the boss who shouldn’t tempt me. When day becomes night, the lines blur. Our thoughts and desires drift into forbidden territory. We’re burning every rule to ash. We were a blackout affair, never meant to see each other again. Can love light the way in this maze of shadows?

I go on an epic quest through ancient magical times in order to save his soul. I've spent years mastering powerful spells that made sorcerers whisper my name in awe. Nothing prepared me for the way my powers surge toward Professor Kael. The first time I entered the Academy, I felt this tremendous pull. I knew it was him. A tide I can't control. My heart races when he looks at me. He was cursed nine years ago for defying time. This left him guarded; yet, his passionate soul is there. The attraction between us grows more and more with every moment we spend together. The prophecy is clear: only the sole one can heal him, and we have less than a year before his torment becomes eternal. I must follow him through time's forbidden gates to save the soul of the man I'm falling for. But those who dare to manipulate time rarely return whole, if they return at all.

I never meant to bring my enemy to Thanksgiving dinner. But now he's sitting next to me. Pretending to love me. Daniel Hale is ruthless. Calculating. Devastatingly handsome. One accidental kiss in the kitchen changed everything. I didn't know it would lead to being trapped in his world of luxury. All because I saved someone's life at his family estate. A deed that caught his mother's attention. Now I'm caught in a game I never wanted to play. His wealth hides secrets I'm starting to uncover. Each wall I've built is crumbling under his touch. The worst part? I swore I'd never let anyone in again. But what if Daniel already knows too much? And what if I'm already falling for the lie we created?

A Heart-Pounding Encounter When HR powerhouse Sophia Mulligan is sent to a cybersecurity convention to recruit the best brain in the biz, she’s prepared for anything—except getting trapped in an elevator with her college crush-turned-ghost, Liam Carter. He goes by Liam now. He’s richer. Broodier. And still annoyingly irresistible. Twelve hours of pitch-black confinement with her worst fear—and the man who broke her heart—should be a disaster. But somewhere between bickering, reminiscing, and accidental spooning, something sparks. And then ignites. Now back in the real world, Sophia faces the ultimate professional dilemma: recruit the man she just slept with—or admit she’s falling for him all over again. He’s offering her a consulting contract. She’s offering him… everything. What could possibly go wrong? A second-chance, friends-to-lovers rom-com packed with sizzling tension, laugh-out-loud banter, and the kind of chemistry that doesn't need light to catch fire.

Ethan is my hot ex who I blame for my brother’s death…And now I’m pregnant with his baby. He’s brooding, impossible, and a walking reminder of every bad decision I’ve ever made. He was my first love, my biggest heartbreak, and now? He’s my biggest problem. Because my job is to uncover the truth about this town’s biggest scandal. And Ethan, with his dark past and cryptic warnings, is standing right in my way. Then one reckless night changes everything. Danger lurking. A locked door. A heat we can’t resist. I swore I wouldn’t fall again, but every touch unravels me. Every stolen moment reminds me why leaving him nearly broke me. And just when I think I can walk away unscathed—I see two pink lines on a test I never planned to take. Now I’m carrying his baby, tangled in a dangerous conspiracy, and the one man who shattered me…might be the only one who can save me.

A blizzard raged outside, mirroring the storm that brews inside me. Lyra is the polar opposite of the girl I want—sassy, career girl, a stickler for rules. Yet, she's the one I can't get off my mind. Like a naked wire, her presence sets off fireworks every time I look at her gorgeous eyes. I'm making jokes to cover up the raging attraction I feel for her yet stalled by the fact that she's my best friend's sister. The bad boy in me wants a one-night stand—because that's all I'm ever good for. But when she tells me she's pregnant and I'm likely the father of the child, is it the universe’s way of telling me I'm ready to turn a new leaf? Am I ready to tame the dark secret I hide from the world?

He’s twice my age, my enemy—now, I’m his, bound by obsession. When my father couldn’t pay his debts, he offered me instead to Marcel Valenti: a powerful mafia king with a fortune that matches his influence. He’s twice my age with stormy-gray eyes that stripe me bare. He has short, slicked-back hair, tattoos in a perfectly tailored suit that hints at the chiseled abs beneath. I can't tear my eyes away. At first, I resisted—his dominance, his power, his unyielding world. But each day ,the fire between us burns hotter. His gaze sears, his touch ignites, and his words unravel me. And when he devours my body, it makes me want him even more. He’s no longer just my captor—he’s the one I can’t live without. But my family would rather see me dead than with him. And losing him… is a fate I can't survive.

When Violet Geen stumbles over a surprising package while gardening, her quiet town quickly becomes the center of scandal. In the package is a map leading to an ancient relic. Violet ropes her friend Daisy and their brother Joe into helping her decode the map.

He’s a 6-foot, grumpy, alpha fae warrior and I’m a street rat who happens to be the lost heir to the kingdom. In the heart of Astoria, survival is an art I’ve perfected. I know how to keep secrets, especially two that could change everything: 1 - I am the rightful queen of this kingdom. 2 - I have powerful, ancient magic at my fingertips. Then there’s Aric, a fae warrior with a sharp blade and sharper tongue. Our first meeting was a clash of tempers and steel. Sparks were flying but I couldn’t tell if it was lust or fury. We don’t trust each other, but we need each other. The court fears my bloodline. The fae whisper that I am the key to their prophecy. Enemies are circling, and time is running out. As danger closes in, every glance, every whisper pulls me closer to him. But love is a weakness neither of us can afford. Our attraction to each other could ignite a love powerful enough to change the world - or destroy us both.

10 years ago, I left my hometown broken hearted…now I’m back, only to end up fake engaged to the man who shattered it. James Adler is the high school sweetheart that destroyed my heart. When my Dad sells him our family business and needs me to assist with the merger, I can’t say no. Now he’s my grumpy billionaire boss. With the long hours working together, his guard lowers. Sharing sacrifices he made building his empire, he lets me see the man behind that hardened exterior. The way he glances my way. The way he lowers his head and whispers to me. It sends shockwaves through me when his hand rests against the small of his back. One night, we cross the line and have a scorching hot night together. Not only have I fallen for him, but now I'm pregnant. And the only option to save the merger and avoid the scandal…. a fake engagement.

A Bristol Heights Cozy Mystery Sometimes, chefs’ knives turn deadly instead of creating a dish to die for. Emma and Jax, her droopy-eared basset, expected a typical day at Caprice Bistro.  Until she discovers the hotheaded chef in the freezer—her butcher knife nearby, blood-covered!

Kate can’t believe what she’s seeing. Footage of her dad being arrested is all over the news and Charlie Swanson is dead. Ian Headley and Charlie Swanson have been best friends since childhood. They started S&H Financial before Kate was born, and business was so good they were preparing to expand. But now, Ian is facing life in prison for Charlie’s murder and the future of S&H Financial is in danger. Kate finds herself in an awkward situation when the board of directors of S&H appoint Charlie’s widow, Andrea, as acting CEO. Only after Kate spots Andrea at the nightclub does she start to suspect that Andrea might have other secrets worth killing for. With the support of her best friend, Jenna, Kate’s investigation has her taking risks she never imagined she would face but she’s determined to uncover the truth at all costs. Will she be able to prove her dad’s innocence before it’s too late? The clock is ticking and time is running out.

One look at her ethereal light and I knew fate is real-- the prophecy must be true. The prophecy says that a balance of ancient dark and light magic is key to peace in Aeloria, but right now the dark side is winning. The Veilborn, otherworldly manifestations of this dark power, overtake and destroy this once beautiful land. My own dark magic rises to consume me, threatening anything and everyone. I thought I could hide my title as Heir to the Shadow Throne, until I met her. Seraphine—the Chosen One of golden light—crashes into my path, becoming my duty to protect. Using our magic, we fight together to defeat the dark army with each victory bringing us closer. I become more drawn to her and realize I can’t run forever. Desire and destiny bind us. My fate is tied to hers. Time is of the essence. Is the prophecy enough to save Aeloria? If not I will be overtaken by the shadows and all of Aeloria will be trapped in darkness forever….

Falling for him is not an option. Because once she gives in, there might be no turning back. Maya’s job description as Xavier Milano’s assistant does not include pretend to be engaged to her grumpy, gorgeous CEO. But when a family situation spirals out of control, she finds herself caught in a fake engagement with the most insufferable and undeniably attractive man in New York. With Xavier’s power and billions, he is far too used to getting what he wants. And when it comes to Maya, he expects nothing different, except now, he sees something more.

I ran from my wedding… and straight into his arms. One minute, I was walking down the aisle. The next, I was speeding down the highway in a storm. Now I’m stranded. Soaking wet. Face-to-face with the world’s grumpiest café owner. Noah Bennett doesn’t do messy. Doesn’t do strangers. And definitely doesn’t do runaway brides. Too bad the whole town thinks we’re engaged. A fake fiancée? Fine. A few lies. A couple of fake dates. One very smug, very judgmental cat. Easy. Until Noah looks at me like that. Until his touch feels a little too real. Until my past comes knocking… And suddenly, running isn’t an option. A swoony, grumpy-sunshine romance packed with small-town charm, slow-burn tension, and a fake engagement that’s starting to feel very real.

My grouchy billionaire boss needs a fake fiancée. Too bad I just called him a perv to his face. I didn't know the handsome stranger on my flight was Ethan Hawthorne—my new boss and Montana's most eligible single dad. Now I'm living in his mansion as his daughter's nanny, fighting an attraction that's anything but professional. He's cold, controlled, and impossible to please. I'm curvy, chaotic, and determined to melt his ice. When his business partners demand he settle down, he makes me an offer I should refuse: pretend to be his fiancée or lose my job. Playing house with a man who sets my body on fire? I must be crazy to say yes. The way he looks at me when no one's watching... The way his daughter lights up when we're together... The secrets hiding behind those guarded eyes... I'm falling hard for Ethan Hawthorne. But his grief over his late wife still haunts these halls, pushing everyone away who gets too close. And I don’t know if I’m willing to risk my heart on a man who's afraid to love again.

Forest of Fates: The Realmwalker’s Call follows Lucas Grayson, a seller of lost things pulled into an enchanted realm by a mysterious gem. Guided by wanderer Elaena and the mischievous Flickerfur, he uncovers a prophecy binding him to the fate of worlds. As dark forces rise, Lucas must master newfound abilities and navigate shifting alliances to mend the realms. But as echoes of the past whisper warnings, he faces the ultimate question—was he chosen by fate, or has something far more dangerous been waiting for him?

Silicon Valley data analyst Emmy Forester loves a cozy mystery. Now she's in the middle of a real whodunit. After an unexpected inheritance from a mysterious aunt, Emmy is on her way to the Appalachian Mountains to claim it. Along a mountain road she stops to browse a curious country junk shop. Later the twitchy owner Jasper is found dead. Her fingerprints are on the murder weapon. With her drama-lovin' dachshund Wyatt Burp, Emmy gets close to solving the case. Then she receives a death threat. She needs to find the killer fast before the killer comes after her next.

Falling for the enemy wasn’t the plan. But when our worlds collide, I’m blindsided by our chemistry. I should’ve known this feisty journalist was trouble. Maya’s scathing articles went viral—icing my hockey career and landing me on the bench. Now she’s swooping in, convinced that my comeback story is her golden ticket to success. But it’ll only work if we join forces. This may be my one shot at getting back on the ice. But I know better than to trust Maya. Yet every stolen glance pulls us closer. And each forbidden touch makes it harder to resist the game we’re playing. Soon, we’re living under the same roof in a small town, chasing the redemption story of a lifetime. My sister Isabella would kill me if she knew I was falling for her best friend. But as our secrets spill and the final buzzer sounds… I’m risking it all for a pucking chance to make her mine.

After 10 years, I'm back home, and my grumpy billionaire ex is asking for a second chance. Returning to Napa Valley was meant to heal my broken heart after being gone for a decade. Gabriel Donovan, the grumpy silver fox billionaire who vanished without a word, shows up with an investment offer and a blazing confidence that stirs old feelings. He was my parents' trusted financial advisor, 20 years older, and the love of my life. Years apart haven't dimmed our spark, but trust is a delicate wine that has lost its sweetness. I tried to hate him; to forget him, but looking into his eyes and feeling his touch is intoxicating. His protection and honesty about the past make my heart his once more. But when someone destroys the vines and equipment in the vineyard, we’ll stop a nothing to catch the saboteurs before they ruin my parents' legacy, our home, and our future.

Doctor Cassera, alpha billionaire eye surgeon, faces his ex-love as a returning patient. When he operated on her left eye, he broke his Code of Ethics and became involved with her. Despite his love for her, he determined it was best to let her go and not threaten his license. Now she is back for right eye, and he is facing that same dilemma. He loves her. Will he bury his love again, or face the consequences to have her in his life once and for all? Follow the twists and turns of the intrigue as the doctor navigates the white-water rapids to their end.

Sylvia Clarke, a 25-year-old PhD student, is nursing a broken heart when a night out leads to an unexpected steamy encounter—with none other than her best friend Annie’s father, Roy Monroe, a confident, wealthy man twice her age. Hoping to move on, she joins Annie on a countryside vacation, only to find herself trapped in close quarters with Roy. Tension rises as Roy grows possessive and Sylvia pushes back, their chemistry undeniable. But when Annie hints at knowing her secret and Sylvia suddenly falls ill, one shocking realization changes everything—she is pregnanyt with Roy’s baby.

My best friend’s brother broke my teenage heart. Now I’m back in town, and I can not let that happen again… After six years in the big city corporate grind, I’m back in Crestview to surprise my best friend, Lisa. But instead, her brother, Logan, answers her door. He was our small town’s heartbreaking, party boy, and my first crush. No longer that cocky boy, he’s all grown up, gorgeous, and a successful veterinarian. Watching him gently care for an injured stray cat while sharing his clinic’s vision, I see a changed, compassionate man. Our hands touch, a sizzling charge bolts through my fingers into my heart creating an undeniable attraction demanding attention. Heated looks over coffee lead to secret kisses. It’s almost enough to think about leaving my city life for him. I could lose my best friend if she knew I’ve fallen for her brother. I know he’s completely off limits, and I have no idea what Lisa will do if she finds out…but it might be worth the risk.

He ruins my career. Then he kisses me. And now I’m his roommate… Lucas Hollister—the Silver Fox billionaire who destroyed my biggest deal— is the last man I should want to see again. But here I am, storming into his office, hoping for an apology. He just laughs. Then he kisses me. As if that weren’t enough for one day, my condo floods, leaving my daughter, Lily, and me homeless. Lucas insists we move into his penthouse with him. My internal conflict hits the roof. But it’s impossible to stay angry watching Lucas flip pancakes with Lily… or when his heated gaze leaves me breathless. Sixteen years older, impossibly infuriating, and devastatingly HOT, Lucas blurs every line between hate and desire. I like playing “family” with him. I melt, giving in to my own urgent needs. I know he’s off-limits, but my heart doesn’t care. I’ve had a taste of forever—and I’ll risk it all to make him mine.

Jack Stone isn’t the kind of man who settles down. He’s an alpha-dominant boss with no commitments. She’s here to work and make ends meet, to survive, not to be his next indulgence. The fires between them are undeniable. His soft redeeming qualities spark emotion that arises with every glance, every accidental brush of skin. One night. One drink. The tension snaps, and suddenly, She’s in his bed, lost in the kind of passion that rewrites the rules. She can’t resist falling for him and he for her. When the test confirms I’m pregnant, telling Jack is a storm. Will Jack walk away?

Stuck with my best friend’s sassy little sister in a small town? Not exactly my game plan. I’ve faced tough opponents on the ice, yet nothing compares to sharing a house with Eliza Harper. Her sunshine smile might fool everyone, but I know better. "We’ve been at odds since we were teenagers—me teasing her mercilessly, and her finding ways to get under my skin." She is still maddening, managing to look adorable even when she’s flustered. And somehow, I find myself drawn to her laugh and the way her kindness slips past my defenses. But there’s one thing Eliza doesn’t know—a little secret I’ve been keeping, with the best intentions. Trouble is, when she finds out, it could ruin everything. Eliza might be my toughest challenge yet. Can I prove I’m not the enemy anymore—or will she bench me before I even get a chance to play? My Brother’s Grumpy Best Friend is a sweet, small-town hockey romance. Full of heart and sizzling chemistry without the explicit heat.a

In Fairview, serenity masks secrets buried deep. Retired detective Jim Cooper relishes his peaceful life until Megan Harper—a city sharp journalist with a nose for mystery—disrupts the calm. She's determined to unravel a drowning incident dismissed as an accident, prompting hidden truths to surface. As cryptic letters and family secrets come to light, the prestigious Hartman name reveals its darker side. This stirs Jim's dormant passion for sleuthing, and together, the duo delves into Fairview's tangled history. They face a web of suspects—an heir filled with spite, a neglected servant—each entwined in a past of deceit and betrayal. The truth threatens to shatter the town’s calm façade. As shadows recede and the secrets of the Hartman estate unfold, the question remains: will the puzzle pieces fall into place before another wave of deceit crashes down?

A cryptic puzzle, a web of secrets, and a town full of suspects—can a determined bookstore owner uncover the truth before it’s too late? Emma Carter attends the estate sale of Gertrude Holloway hoping to find unusual books for her new bookstore, Novel Escapes. She gets more than she bargained for when a puzzle book reveals chilling clues about Mrs. Holloway’s untimely death. Help arrives as a mischievous golden retriever, Chewie, leads his owner Jake straight into her shop. Jake’s puzzle-solving skills prove invaluable as the unlikely trio dives into cryptic puzzles, unraveling a trail of secrets hidden beneath Thistle Ridge’s cozy facade. But just as the pieces start to fit together, a foreboding warning emerges: “For those who seek, beware.” With tensions rising and danger closing in, Emma must find the final puzzle piece before the killer strikes again. Puzzled to Death is a heart-pounding cozy mystery where secrets hide in plain sight, and peril lies close to every turn.

He’s a reformed bad boy in a small-town paradise—and my next-door neighbor. I came to Seaview Harbor for a summer of inspiration. To create art, soak in coastal charm, and find myself again. Carson Mitchell, my brother’s best friend, wasn’t part of the plan. A brooding billionaire with a guarded heart— grumpy, overprotective, and frustratingly attractive. Our first encounters clashed like waves against the cliffs. But beneath the tension, sparks flickered. Laughter, confessions, stolen moments— A slow unraveling of the man he tried so hard to hide. A man I never expected to fall for. His ten-year-old daughter, Lily, pulled me in first. Her joy, her innocence, her need for something steady. But Carson—his past, his fears, his fierce protectiveness— Tried to keep me at arm’s length. Town whispers followed us, old wounds resurfaced, and my brother warned me to walk away. But love doesn’t listen to warnings. And some hearts are meant to collide. Neither of us expected forever. But sometimes, the most beautiful masterpieces begin with an unexpected stroke.

Undercover with danger, forced together, love was never part of the mission. As the new Head of Cybersecurity, my role is clear: protect the secrets. But secretly? I’m here to expose them. Tasked by the FBI to uncover corporate fraud, I’m a ticking time bomb ready to blow the lid off one of the most powerful companies in the country. Then there’s Declan Maxwell, my supposed enemy and the seductive CEO. A devastating mix of charisma and sex appeal in a suit, his deceit is the least of my problems. As I dig deeper, the lines between enemy and ally blur. Declan isn’t just hiding secrets; he’s caught in a deadly web of blackmail. Forced to work together when both our lives are threatened, The chemistry between us is undeniable, passion takes over And we’re locked in a dance of desire on a dangerously sharp edge. Can I trust him with more than just my mission? When the stakes are high and love is on the run, it’s game over —or just the beginning.

When Lila escapes to her family’s secluded mountain cabin for a quiet retreat, the last thing she expects is to share it with Ethan Carter—her daddy’s best friend. The man who’s always been untouchable. Snowed in together, their banter turns to stolen glances and undeniable chemistry. But with their worlds so different and the lines they’re dangerously close to crossing, giving in to their desires could change EVERYTHING. Vulnerability clashes with control, and truths unravel as they confront what it means to risk their hearts. Will they walk away unscathed—or take a leap that could shatter them both?

Kane Sterling, a wolf shifting mercenary is leading Sierra on a accursed voyage on his sail boat in search of her father. But, Sierra senses the lethal secret coiled beneath his skin. When a storm hits, they are flung into dark waters, stranding them on a cruel island. The longer they are stranded, the more he protects her, and their heated exchanges ramp up. Until, a twist of fate and Sierra is bonded to both a wolf and a ring.

Billionaire Doctor My world thrives on structure and precision. A sterile life, dictated by rules and nothing else. Relationships? Off the table. They complicate, distract, and tangle my neatly woven threads. Until Madison Leigh barged in, all bright colors and whirlwind spirit. She's art in chaos, a masterpiece demanding to be painted. Her eyes dared me, challenged everything I knew. She’s chaos incarnate, and exactly what I never saw coming. Madison wants me to join her on a road trip as wild as she is. Reluctance gnaws, but her freedom is infectious. Against judgment, the road calls. Her spontaneity paints streaks of color across my once grayscale life as we journey into the unknown. But as past flames flicker in the distance and trials test our resolve, can our worlds truly merge? Can a billionaire doctor find freedom in madness and embrace the art of love? Dive into our tangled tapestry and find out.

He's the alpha billionaire boss I really don’t need—grumpy, off-limits, and annoyingly irresistible. Returning home to work at my family’s small winery was supposed to be my sanctuary after a painful breakup. Enter Nathan Norton, the sexy, domineering investor who’s calling the shots. Sparks fly between us—and not the good kind. This grumpy billionaire doesn’t like that I won’t kiss his well-toned behind. Nathan’s off-limits anyway. If things went south, it could jeopardize my family’s business. But as I get to know him, I discover the kindhearted single dad behind his grumpy exterior. He makes me feel safe, seen, and wanted. When our fiery chemistry leads to a passionate encounter, we can’t deny what’s growing between us: love. Then my dangerous ex storms my sanctuary, threatening violence if I don’t repay a secret debt I can’t afford. I’m too ashamed to ask Nathan for the help I desperately need. But if I don’t have his protection, I could very well lose everything, including the first real love I’ve ever known.

A Forbidden Love, A Secret Baby, And A Family That Won’t Approve... As a struggling artist, my life is anything but glamorous. But everything changes the day I meet him. Leo Prescott is gorgeous, magnetic, and utterly irresistible. One fateful encounter turns into a night of passion so intense it leaves me breathless and dreaming of forever. Suddenly, I’m caught up in a whirlwind romance, convinced I’ve found my happily ever after. But stepping into Leo’s world reveals just how different we are. His life of privilege comes with unspoken rules, disapproving parents, and the weight of expectations I can’t possibly meet. The class divide between us feels like a chasm too wide to cross, and doubt creeps into the perfect love we’ve built. Just when I think I can’t take any more, life throws me the ultimate curveball—I’m pregnant. The stakes have never been higher, and every decision feels like it could shatter everything. With a baby on the way and the weight of his family’s disapproval, will this unexpected twist bring us closer—or tear us apart forever?

Never Give Your V Card to your Boss I was offered the job of a lifetime. 6 figure income, living in a mansion and caring for the sweetest little boy. My Boss is my BFF’s brother and she always warned me against dating him. He is TOTALLY OFF LIMITS! Ethan Grayson, my Brooding, impossibly gorgeous billionaire Boss. With his son, he is the sweetest. The more I watch, the more I want to see. I am starting to see a softer side to him. He listens to his son, he is kind and shows his love in so many ways. When a freak storm blows in, we’re stranded for days. Our days are fun filled with games by the fire with Jake. But at night, after Jake is in bed, there is a fiery tension between us that boils over and lines are crossed. Rules were broken, Now, I’m staring at two pink lines …This will change everything and nothing will ever be the same again.

My reputation is colder than the rink, but my heart’s in overtime for the doctor who can’t stand me. My career’s about to crash harder than that prick I cross-checked into the glass. I’ve been suspended before, but this hurts…literally. This injury plus suspension could be the end. Then I met her. Harper Lane. Renowned Physical Therapist - smart, sassy, and no patience for bad boys. Our personalities clash and sparks fly. The coach thinks a fake engagement could rebuild my image. I need to salvage my career. The PR charade forces us into public events and close quarters. We explore each other’s minds…and then bodies. Every day we spend together she melts my cold heart. I’m falling for her… When Harper gets an ultimatum from another client, it starts to unravel. “Remove yourself from the media frenzy or else…” I can’t let her fall.. unless it’s in love with me. I started this to stay on the ice, but now she’s the ultimate prize.

The secret to surviving a grumpy, infuriating billionaire is simple. Just never let yourself fall for him. Walking into Firestone Industries felt like stepping into a storm. Liam Firestone is arrogant, demanding, twice my age—and unfairly handsome. He frustrates me like no one else. This job was supposed to be a stepping stone, not a battleground. But Liam pushes me. Challenges me. Makes me question everything. I swore I’d keep things professional. Then came the late nights, the heated stares, and the cracks in his gruff exterior. Beneath the billionaire armor, Liam has wounds he hides and a heart he’s scared to risk. We’re fire and ice, clashing until we finally explode. It’s a passion I never expected—and a danger I can’t ignore. Falling for Liam doesn’t just risk my career. It risks everything. Now I have a choice: walk away before I lose it all—or gamble my heart on the one man who could shatter it beyond repair.

I’m having overwhelming desires for my vampire professor. But a student and a professor together? That’s against every rule. My third year back at Eclipsed Sanctum Academy. I just want to blend in as a typical vampire student and focus on mastering my supernatural abilities. Then the prophecy chooses me, forcing to put my life on the line to save the academy from the shadow rogues. To make things worse, the prophecy binds me to my professor, Lucian Vale, and the feelings I have for him are now growing like wildfire. But the academy’s top rule? Student-professor relationships are strictly off-limits. Still, my destiny has been chosen. Whether or not the council approves, Lucian and I will be together. And the prophecy made one thing clear: if Lucian and I fail to defeat the rogue spirits, the academy—and everyone in it—will be destroyed. Failure isn’t an option, but neither is denying the fiery tension between us.

Ava Connolly, the one who ran, is back in the Big Easy. This charity gala isn't exactly the welcome I had in mind. Chaos erupts, and then her piercing eyes lock onto mine. My backstabbing partner has landed me in a smuggling mess and betrayal. Ava, the hacking queen, dives into a deadly puzzle. Each keystroke untangles threads and uncovers danger. Our past still sizzles, threatening to derail us. We're racing against time to find Hudson Paige, the mastermind behind it all. Can I regain her trust, or will she slip through my fingers again? Tick-tock, tick-tock. Time's running out. Love or loss awaits in the final countdown.

There are Sparks in My Heart for this Off-Limits Single Dad Alex Reed is a billionaire record producer. He is shamelessly arrogant and annoyingly handsome. And the things he says. Like he is from another era. Wait… he’s old enough to be my dad. I’m Olivia. I create and perform music from the heart. He says so himself. So he is not going to tell me how to write my songs. But his kid, Lily, is so cute. I’m glad I agreed to help on her school music project. Somehow, when he is with Lily, I see a completely different side to this hard-nosed mogul. It’s so sweet. A night stuck in bad weather ignites a passion that has been building up inside of me. But Alex’s ex-wife calls to challenge the custody of Lily. She sees me and questions my presence. Can sparks in a snowstorm survive this onslaught?

A high power CEO finds himself reluctantly whisked away to Miami by his business partner who is on a mission to find love. Working tirelessly from his hotel room, Rick’s world changes when he meets Jill, a young and vibrant nanny, brought along on the trip unexpectedly. As sparks fly between the unlikely pair, Rick is drawn out of his workaholic shell by Jill’s charm and zest for life. The secret romance blossoms leading to passionate encounters and heartfelt revelations. As the trip ends Rick must confront his feelings and decide if he is willing to take a leap of faith for love.

My ex is my billionaire boss, about to lose his company. Alex Whitmore and I were lovers in college. But we were constant rivals on the same career path, causing our split. Now he recruits me to advance company technology. My sarcasm is hard to stifle, but I agree with him being my new boss. An intention to destroy Whitmore Technologies is found in software codes requiring Alex and I to work long nights. We regain respect along with a re-kindling of our sexual relationship. His crankiness disappears. His sweetness captures my heart. I have nurtured his endearing mother who guides me to win his love. Coworkers accuse me of creating the sabotage and blatantly seducing Alex to gain financial security and control of the company. I'm terrified that my personal and professional reputation will be ruined. Even worse, I will lose Alex forever.

She got away once. Now, she’s the only one who can save my empire. Scarlett Lane was the woman I loved and lost. Now she’s my assistant, and with my company on the line, I can’t afford distractions. Blackwood Enterprises is under attack. My enemies are circling, and my only defense? A fake engagement with the one who can still undo me. She pushes back at every demand. Her sharp words and glares test my patience. Her defiance grates on my already short temper. Chaos wrapped in curves, a wildfire I can’t contain. But every touch weakens my restraint. I scowl, I fight it, but she breaks through, making me feel again. Between the war we wage and the fire we ignite, I stop fighting. Losing her again? That’s a risk I can’t take. But someone knows the truth, and they don’t just want to expose us—they want to destroy us. The proof they hold isn’t just dangerous—it’s a weapon aimed at everything I can't lose.

I had a one-night stand with my dad’s best friend. Now he’s my bodyguard—and fake fiancé. As a global rockstar, my life is scrutinized—every move dissected, every whisper magnified. But tonight, the threats turned deadly. My ex-boyfriend tried to kill me. I had no choice but to hire protection. Not just anyone. Elias Sinclair: The silver fox widower with piercing eyes and a body carved from sin. He’s also my dad’s best friend. The man I gave myself to one forbidden night before he disappeared. We agreed to a fake engagement to save my career and pacify my fans. But pretending isn’t a game anymore, it’s torture. His every touch brands me. His every glance sets me on fire. I’m falling for him, faster and harder than I ever imagined. But our secret must stay buried. If it comes out, the man hunting me won’t have to kill me… My father will beat him to the punch.

Welcome to Pine Haven, where the air is crisp, the gossip is juicy, and murder is just off the beaten path. Carolina Teal swapped the hustle of New York City for the serenity of Maine’s countryside, hoping to plant roots at the historic Blueberry Hill Inn with her sister Angela. But just as the first wedding party arrives, Carolina stumbles upon a dead body on the inn’s winding trail. The victim? Pine Haven’s notoriously thorny building inspector— who recently refused to greenlight the inn’s renovations. With whispers spreading faster than the autumn breeze, Carolina finds herself tangled in the town’s suspicions. With her loyal pup Kahlua, a dashing park ranger, and Angela by her side, Carolina must blaze the trail to the truth—before the killer strikes again.

Who's the sinfully gorgeous fire-wielder turning the forbidden wing into his personal fight club? Holy magical hotness... I think I just drooled on the ancient stonework while watching him command those flames. I'm the disaster witch of Drakensguard Academy - the one who breaks every rule and trips over her own magic. Tonight my inability to mind my own business might get me more than detention. Storm-gray eyes pin me in place like a butterfly to velvet. His magic reaches for mine like a desperate lover's midnight caress. Did my knees just give out, or is his power actually making me swoon? One mental command freezes my blood and heats other places: "You've seen too much" Way to go, self. Of all the deadly delicious men to spy on, I had to pick the one who can literally set my world on fire. What's a woman to do when the academy's most dangerous man decides you're his new favorite distraction?

Sparks flew one night, and now I’m pregnant. I saw Ethan Fox, my hot ex, at my best friend’s wedding. He asked me to dance and once around the dance floor, I was hooked. Later, we continued a more intimate dance in my room, all night long. A few weeks later, my boss assigned me to Ethan’s case, a lawsuit surrounding his restaurant in Charleston. Seeing Ethan again has brought back so many memories. His smoldering looks,irresistible charm and passion he has for life has rekindled old feelings. Every moment we spend together makes me fall deeper, and I find myself thinking about what it would be like to build a life with him. But Ethan has a life in Charleston and mine is in New York. In order to be together, I would have to give up my dream job and chance of becoming partner. And then, I find out I’m pregnant.

James Mercer. My highschool sweetheart. Now my billionaire boss, and fake boyfriend. When we were kids in a small town, I thought our relationship would last forever. But one day I woke up and he was gone- without a goodbye. Years later, his grandma offers me a job, My dire circumstances make it hard to resist. Even when that job is to be James’s temporary assistant and fake date. Plan a glittering gala? No problem. Hold hands with my grumpy, infuriatingly handsome ex? A little harder. Keep my real feelings out of it? Impossible. We have an agreement. But memories and new feelings surface. And I find myself drawn to him. Teasing turns to flirting, and pretend is blending into reality. He’s become the man of my dreams. But when this is over he’ll disappear from my life…again. I have to deal with his angry ex. Pretend to be his perfect match. And now I might lose my heart, my pride, and the man I love.

I hate my alpha bodyguard… but I can’t resist him either. The last thing I need is a bodyguard—especially not Cody Blake, a wall of muscle with a scowl that could melt steel. But after threats against me, my uncle insists. Now I’m stuck with a grumpy bad boy who makes my blood boil. Cody’s a single dad and CEO of a top security firm. The last person I should fall for. But I can’t help it. I love bad boys. He’s cold, commanding, and impossible to ignore. His protectiveness drives me crazy, but the fire in his eyes keeps me up at night. Tensions explode, and I’m not sure if it’s my life or my heart in his hands. We clash at every turn, but when I’m kidnapped, Cody becomes my only lifeline. Someone wants me gone, and the danger is growing fast. If Cody can’t save me, I may lose my life—but what happens when the real threat is falling for him?

Most secrets never stay hidden—some are still waiting to bloom. Newlyweds Emily and James escape their busy city lives for a romantic getaway, seeking solace at a secluded mansion once belonging to the renowned Dr. Eleanor Blake, a celebrated botanist who vanished without a trace three years ago. But when a relentless snowstorm traps them inside, the mansion’s long-buried past begins to awaken.

Thanya returns to her small hometown of Willowbrook for a fresh start, only to find herself working for Aiden Blackwood—a grumpy, controlling billionaire and her brother’s best friend. Sparks fly as their fiery arguments at work turn into undeniable passion, but their connection is forbidden. Aiden is a single father with a soft side that draws Thanya closer, yet he’s also hiding secrets tied to her family. As the two navigate a whirlwind of sizzling desire, tangled family drama, and a past they can’t outrun, they must decide if love is worth risking it all—or if their relationship is doomed to go up in flames.

Holy turbulence… My grumpy boss is hotter than a runway in summer! When I took the nanny gig, I didn’t expect the cockpit to be this steamy! Luke Bennett aka Captain Control Freak thought he had it all figured out. But he didn’t know that I was on the horizon. It starts with a spilled coffee and ends with me taking care of his adorable kid. I need a job. He needs a nanny—but Luke Bennett? Not what I signed up for. His rules? Ridiculous. His glares? Constant. His criticism? Nauseating. But his walls slip. I see the man beneath the control. The man who kisses like he’s starving, the father who’d move mountains for his little girl. Yes, I can play mommy. Heck, he can be my daddy! If only he could learn to trust again…

In the charming heart of Virginia Wine Country, the last thing I expect is to fall for my brother's best friend—especially not the grumpy, tattooed ex-SEAL who’s just stormed back into town. Cory is everything I’m not: rugged, mysterious, and a total bad boy who seems to wear his heart behind a wall of muscle and angst. But there’s something about those brooding eyes that stirs my socially awkward heart. With harvest season bringing long hours and Cory working by my side, my easy routine just got a whole lot more complicated. He’s a gentle giant hiding beneath layers of toughness, and I can’t shake the feeling that he remembers our childhood moments—those stolen glances and shy smiles that I thought were forgotten. But my brother, Trevor, has made it clear: Cory is off-limits. With every passing day, the connection between Cory and me deepens, though the rules keep us apart. Will our steamy encounters bloom into something more, or will loyalty to family keep our hearts stubbornly locked away? Discover what happens when the sunshine meets the grump, and a forbidden romance proves to be the most intoxicating blend of all!

I should’ve never seduced my sister’s best friend; now, she is pregnant with my baby. As a renegade billionaire, I’m known for burning rubber, not midnight oil. My life was perfectly chaotic until Kate Renard, the human ray of sunshine and my sister’s off-limits sidekick, waltzed into my boardroom. Now we are working together every day. Her quirky intelligence was an unexpected match to my relentless drive. My attraction to her sparks an undeniable passion. Kate’s relentless warmth was more than I could bear one late evening. One second, we’re talking; the next, her eyes lock with mine. Hands everywhere, breaths getting heavier. I almost broke her desk, rocking her all night. My guarded layers have unraveled; I've fallen hard for Kate. If my sister finds out, it’s game over. She’s my rock and my one solid support. There's no way I’m jeopardizing that for anyone. Until Kate tells me, she’s pregnant with my baby.

Sleeping with my grumpy boss twice my age. Don’t try this at home… Sexy corporate raider Alex Moore is used to taking what he wants. His new target: my dad’s once-thriving business, now on the brink of collapse. Designer suits, chiseled jaw, cocky grin, piercing blue eyes. Intimidating presence. When our paths collide, sparks fly. I didn’t anticipate being trapped in an elevator with this grumpy Adonis. Our sizzling passion nearly melting the steel around us. We have heated exchanges in the boardroom and the bedroom. While working together to save the company, I begin to see glimpses I didn’t think existed. Of someone I could really fall for. Then he reveals something that shocks me to my core and makes me question everything… I could end up with the love of my life. Or my heart shattered in a million pieces…

The Echo of Stars: Aetherion's Chosen An epic tale of magic, destiny, and courage. Ethan Callow never expected his quiet life as a bookstore clerk to change forever. But when a mysterious pendant binds him to the magical realm of Aetherion, he learns he is the Chosen One. A reluctant hero destined to restore balance to a broken world. Guided by an enigmatic mage and a clever, talking fox, Ethan begins a quest to recover the shards of the Echo of Stars. These fragments are the only hope of stopping the Sorcerer King. As the Sorcerer King’s shadow spreads, Ethan must embrace his hidden potential. With two worlds at stake, he learns true power isn't magic. It's the courage to fight for what matters most.

Unravel secrets in a city about to explode. In a ruthless world, trust is a double-edged sword, and every move can be your last. Welcome to a gripping cat-and-mouse chase where no one is safe. Ben Harper, a driven outsider, navigates a tangled web of deception. A journalist with a keen eye, he's lured into a nightmare of copycat murders. Innocence becomes a dangerous masquerade when the real killer disguises clarity with chaos. Maya Turner, the undercover agent, is a chameleon amidst predators As a misfit investigator, she stands alone in a department riddled with treachery. Together, they face a storm of betrayal, each twist darker than the last. As bodies stack like a house of cards, lines blur between ally and foe. A ticking clock heralds a showdown where every truth uncovered strikes like lightning, and shadows shift with each revelation. Who holds the final piece in this puzzle of death? Can they trust each other, or will their growing connection become an Achilles' heel? Dive into a vortex of intrigue where only the sharpest minds emerge unscathed.

One reckless night. One viral photo. One billionaire’s PR disaster. His solution? Fake a fiancée—me. When Alexander Hayes storms into my paint-covered studio, I expect complaints about the glitter I left on his couch. Not this. Apparently, our one-night stand turned social media spectacle has tanked his reputation. Now Mr. Grumpy Billionaire thinks pretending to love me will fix everything. His penthouse? Spotless. His suits? Perfect. His kisses? A problem. I’m chaos in mismatched socks, and he’s offering me the deal of a lifetime. Play the part, keep my hands to myself, and save my struggling studio. Easy, right? Spoiler: I’m failing. Badly. This was supposed to be fake—until his touch starts feeling real and his kisses leave me undone. But the secret I’m hiding? Our little secret…It could turn his perfect world upside down.

A stolen artifact. A town losing its magic. And a feisty librarian. Two decades ago, Elara Blackwood’s parents died in a mysterious car accident. Since then, Quillhaven’s magic has entirely disappeared along with her own. When historical manuscripts relating to the town’s history are stolen on her watch, she is determined to find the thief. As she digs deeper into the mystery with Jasper, Quillhaven’s quirky journalist, she uncovers a startling secret. The stolen books contain clues about her parents’ death and the powerful artifact that they had with them when they died. With the help of Leo and Luna, the library’s magical clue-sniffing Siamese cats, Elara and Jasper uncover cryptic clues, strange maps, and shadowy corridors below the library. Suspicious strangers appear, but which one holds the key to the mystery? The tall man who calls himself The Collector? The nervous old woman at the town festival? Or the one who is sending her anonymous threatening notes? Will Elara find the stolen books and artifact in time to access her own magical powers again? Or will the secrets beneath the shelves threaten Quillhaven’s magic forever?