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TINA Invited to a wedding I don’t want to attend, there’s no way I’m showing up without a date. So I do the only thing a desperate, single girl can do. I hire one. The gorgeous silver fox that shows up is beyond my expectations. I’m halfway in love with him before the wedding cake is even cut. How am I going to say goodbye when the date ends? CHARLES When I agree to help my nephew with his new business venture, I wasn’t expecting that to entail me being a paid escort. As a medical professional, this is highly improper, yet I’m determined to follow through on this. Once she’s ...

Can the attraction between a determined young woman and a sweet older man turn into more? CASEY When I get dumped, I’m relieved more than anything. We never would have made it long-term, especially since I find myself growing closer to another man. Yet how can I tell Greg that he’s the one I want, not my ex, his son? GREG Falling in love after failing at it for so long seems the least likely thing to happen to me, but then it does. I fall hard for the perfect woman. She’s bright, beautiful, and I value our time together. Only she’s my son’s ex and I can’t have her. Can I? ...

Can a shy werewolf claim the mate he’s always wanted? RAY I was a lonely werewolf until I stumbled across her lost and alone in the woods. A downpour, a tent, and one sleeping bag is the perfect set-up to claim her. I’d love nothing more than to whisk her away to my home in the monster-side of town, but she’s a human woman who doesn’t believe in things that go bump in the night. She thinks I’m just a regular guy. Will she run when she knows the truth? CARRIE After I get fired my aunt offers me her camp site to unwind and decompress. Expecting a scenic cabin or an RV with a fully ...

Will the undeniable chemistry between a young professional and a retiree be enough to make them take a chance on more? Millie After a grueling three years to earn my DPT, I’m ready for a well-deserved break. My parents graciously offer me their beach bungalow in Key West. The only catch is they asked their neighbor to check up on me. I’m an adult. I don’t need a babysitter. Except I wasn’t expecting the immediate flare of attraction I feel for the handsome older man. He’s not shy about telling me I’m too young for him. Good thing I’m trained to listen to body language more ...

I have a little problem. The man in my bed? He’s fifteen years younger and happens to be Gunther’s Hollow’s new mayor, Reed Anderson. And I just happen to be the ex-wife of the town’s former mayor. It’s hard enough to keep secrets in a small town and Reed showing up at my house nightly is threatening to expose us both. I’ve been unlucky in love before, so I don’t have much hope that this is more than a fling, but I can’t help wishing that I could get lucky the second time around. Second Time Lucky is a steamy and sweet reverse age gap cinnamon roll hero romance with a man ...

Hannah Crane needs a handyman and fast! Her mother’s old home requires major repairs before Hannah can sell it. Summer break isn't nearly long enough and YouTube DIY videos only help so much. When gorgeous Alexander Wells shows up the same day she places her ad he seems perfect! Even better he wants room and board in lieu of pay. But strange things are happening in the sleepy little town. The monument to the town’s mystery Rider is desecrated and the body stolen. A series of petty crimes pop up as well, making Hannah even more grateful to have Alexander around. The Dark Rider is my ...

FERN I never dreamed I’d be a widow at twenty-six. When my husband dies, I’m left with a huge house I never wanted and bills that keep pouring in. I’m barely keeping my wits about me; I don’t have time for romance. Especially not with the sweet-talking older guy that’s part of the crew putting in a new septic system at my house so I can sell it and move on with my life. ALEX Relationships have never been my thing. I’m all in for a good time, some laughs, and then I’m ready to move on. That’s one of the reasons I enjoy my work as a septic technician. It might be dirty and ...

Is there ever a good or perfect time for love to find you? BEATRICE All my life I’ve been the dutiful daughter my parents have molded me into. Yet the moment the gorgeous older hairstylist has his hands on me I realize maybe it’s time I go after what I want for once. EVAN As a straight man in the beauty industry, I’m used to blowing away stereotypes. What I’m not used to is having someone surprise me. Yet when Bea whispers in my ear something unexpected happens and more than my body responds. Loving Evan is a sweet and steamy Instalove romance featuring an older man who realizes ...

Can a determined young woman convince an older man that she wants him not what he can buy her? JENNIFER After a breakup, the last thing I want to do is go to my brother’s wedding by myself and be surrounded by happy couples in love. Yet when a handsome older man sweeps me off my feet, I find myself melting into his embrace. Except he’s the bride’s uncle and insanely wealthy. When a misunderstanding has him pulling away, I need to convince him it’s his heart I’m after not his bank account. THEODORE Another wedding, another forced appearance, and the usual set-up with someone ...

When a disabled man with a past finds himself falling for a troubled rich girl, both their futures are on the line… LELAND Ten years ago, an accident altered my life and forever changed me. Some days are harder than others, but my job as the director of a nonprofit fills me with purpose. Then I meet a fun-loving redhead at work and suddenly getting out of bed each morning is easier. I’d love nothing more than to get her into my bed on a permanant basis, but what could I offer a woman that has it all when many consider me half a man? Winning Her Over is a steamy & sweet, opposites ...

Nothing is more forbidden than hungering for a living woman, but what happens when she wants the monster right back? ANGELICA Tired of waiting for my dream zombie to ask me out, I let my hair down and cut loose at the annual monsters’ gala. When a suave vampire sweeps me off my feet, suddenly, my shy zombie crush steps in and shows me a whole new side of him. MARK For years I pined for what’s never to be, because what can a nasty zombie like me offer a beautiful living woman? But when a vampire threatens the woman I love, no more Mr. Nice Zombie. It’s time I claim the woman who ...

Ruth Gunther has had enough of me. For years I’ve gotten away with my bad attitude, but now the town’s #1 citizen has threatened to pull her substantial business from my adoptive mom’s deli unless I right my wrongs. Starting with helping her organize and throw the annual Christmas Eve party. I just want to save my family’s business. I never planned to fall in love with the much older Ruth. Can a bad boy give the town’s sweetheart what she needs? Yours for Christmas is a steamy and sweet reverse age gap grumpy/sunshine holiday romance with a man that felt trapped by circumstances ...

MACK For years I’ve known something isn’t right, but as a busy tattoo artist I put it off until it begins affecting my work. The truth is staggering. I’m losing my hearing. My life seems pretty bleak when the matchmakers step in to fix me up with the woman I’ve loved from afar for years. How can I be the man she needs when I can’t even fully hear her? SADIE After dropping hints for years and the hunky tattoo artist not taking the bait, it’s time for me to get serious and move on. My BFF found love thanks to her grandmother, the matchmaker, so I turn to her and her friends for ...

Can a disagreeable lawyer and an upbeat young woman find happiness? Jubilee My grandmother’s greatest desire was for me to embrace my creativity and find what brings me joy. She left me a sweet apartment and loads of cash to do just that. Except I’m not as creative as I thought and I’m bombing at everything I try. Even worse, the apartment comes with a sourpuss neighbor whose deep scowls and disagreeable attitude make it hard to keep a smile on my face. Yet underneath his stern exterior I find a man just as lonely and confused as me. Nathan My life was going great. After five years ...

One night in her arms isn’t enough. I need forever… HUNTER I thought I was only interested in a good time when I met her in a bar, but after an amazing one-night stand, I realize that’s not enough. I need this woman to be mine. I’m single-minded in my pursuit of her and nothing is going to stop me. But will my past cost me a future with the woman I foolishly overlooked years ago? CLAIRE You know that old story, the fat nerdy girl crushing on the jock? Yep, that was me. My story didn’t end with him asking me to prom or falling for me. He never looked my way. Until a night at the ...

ABBY I’ve been crazy about my handsome older boss since I first laid eyes on him. Sadly, the feelings are one-sided. At least that’s what I think until he drunkenly confesses to feelings that are far from workplace appropriate. The question is, will he ever act on those desires? ROBERT When I ask my assistant to travel to a conference with me, I know I’m playing with fire. I’ve been burned by an office romance before and am not eager to repeat past mistakes. So why does it feel so right when I wake up in her arms? Can a work relationship turn into so much more?

Can falling for the wrong guy turn out right? AMELIA When an attractive man catches my eye, I decide he’s perfect for a one-night stand. It’s only later I find out he’s anything but. He’s older, a bit of a jerk, and, oh yeah, a despised former coworker of my dad’s. Despite everything, when that one night turns into more, I start to wonder if maybe he’s not so wrong for me after all. MARK A lot is going on in my life and I’m not a relationship sort of person. When a younger woman approaches me, I’m game for a few hours of fun. Except afterwards I can’t get her out of my ...

ELIZABETH I can’t believe the nerve of the man that comes limping towards me after he just took off the rear bumper of my car. He’s lucky that Good Samaritan stopped me from tearing into him… and that his insurance is going to pay out for my car. Considering how bold he is, it shouldn’t surprise me when he calls and asks for a date. What does shock me is that not only do I agree to a date, but I also can’t help wondering if fate played a part in our meeting. GABE The car accident unnerved me, but the sight of the woman who foolishly didn’t move her car out of the road leaves me ...

Is there ever a good or perfect time for love to find you? BRITTANY There I am in the middle of a restaurant trying to process the public dumping I just endured when along comes a cute guy slipping right into my ex’s still warm chair. He obviously has no sense of timing, yet he’s exactly what I need right now. GRANT I’ve been attracted to Brittany since the moment she bounded out of her mobile groomer to collect my dog. My life has several big changes coming up, yet I can’t help taking what could be my only chance with her. Loving Grant is a sweet and steamy Instalove romance ...

REED Tired of putting myself out there only to face rejection and heartache, I’ve given up. But I love my grandma, so I agree to a farfetched blind date with her friend’s granddaughter. When I see her, a small ember of hope and something else flares within my cold, lonely heart. But I’m a defective male, and how could a woman so perfect want me? WINNIE When my beloved Mimi offers to set me up with her friend's handsome grandson that I’ve been crushing on, I feel like Cinderella. But there’s no fairy tale happy ending in my future. I’m a shy little mouse and he’s everything ...