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Clara thought the house was her inheritance. A place to rest, to heal. But the note on the kitchen table says otherwise: don’t let him in—in her own handwriting. Whispers echo through the walls. The mirrors lie. Her husband knows more than he says. And buried beneath the floorboards is a journal written by women who share her name... and her face. Every twenty years, a Clara disappears. Now it's 2025—and time is up.

I faked my identity to infiltrate his underworld empire. Now I’m trapped by the Italian Mafia boss I swore I’d bring down. Luca Moretti is cold, calculating, and runs a billionaire crime syndicate. He’s the ruthless Mafia Don who murdered my family. I’ve spent years planning how to ruin him. To hack into his secrets and get revenge. Until he catches me where I shouldn’t be. And gives me a choice—disappear or obey his every demand. Then I’m kidnapped by a rival mafia faction. And Luca obliterates everything in his path to rescue me. He protects me without hesitation. Lets me in, even when he shouldn’t. Trusts me with secrets I shouldn't know. I swear to myself I still loathe him. But somewhere between hate and desire... I fall for this forbidden Silver Fox I vowed to destroy. Then the truth surfaces—he didn’t kill my family. But someone he never suspected did. But if I want justice... I may still have to risk losing the only man who’s ever kept me safe.

A single dad, professionally successful as a notable corporate attorney, relationally in shambles, reluctantly returns to his hometown with his young daughter after a several year absence. Through a series of unplanned events that force them into close proximity, he finds himself entangled with his best friend's younger sister who is now grown, gorgeous and ferociously outspoken. They fall for one another--and his daughter seems to have found just what she needs in a mother too. Yet, their newfound love and connection is tested and put on trial with much on the line.

"Alejandro doesn’t smile when I check in. He just hands me my key like I’m a problem he didn’t ask for. I try to brush it off, but something about his quiet intensity sets me on edge—and not in a bad way. He’s grumpy, gorgeous, and completely uninterested in making small talk with the upbeat, recently divorced woman crashing his perfectly controlled resort. Enters Rachel, my best friend-slash-human hurricane, who signs us up for every resort activity known to man. Suddenly I’m stuck paddleboarding next to Alejandro, hiking behind him, and making awkward eye contact over morning yoga. He surprises me. He listens when I talk. He remembers little things. I should’ve known I was in trouble the second he took my hand under the stars and said my laugh reminded him that life keeps going. He still wears his wedding ring. And I’m flying home in three days. So tell me, how do I walk away now?"

"Scrolls can burn. Seals can break. But a Tower built from memory itself—offered, not sealed—might endure. In a realm consumed by shadows, where the very air is thick with the scent of despair, a solitary tower stands sentinel, ensnared in an eternal slumber. Raven sentinels circle above, their obsidian wings slicing through the gloom, while the whispers of bygone memories flicker like ghostly flames—the last remnants of a magic long thought lost. The Fall of Argenhal is a gothic fantasy of ash, silence, and the fragile power of remembrance. It is a reimagined tale set in a ruined mountain city where dreams take root, pendants hum with ancient memory, and ravens thread the skies like living echoes of what was. Argenhal did not fall to fire or sword. It fell to forgetting. For generations, it's people—druids, dwarves, humans, and dreamers—carved their truths into spirals, bound them with seals, and buried them beneath stone and oath. But memory, when sealed too tightly, begins to bleed. Now, in the ash-veiled valley, Elaria carries a pendant passed down through generations—its spiral sigil a remnant of the last attempt to preserve what mattered. It does more than pulse. It responds. It judges. It remembers. Not just an heirloom but a living tether to a truth the world would rather forget. Around her, a Tower rises—built not with tools but with offerings: a broken token, a whispered lullaby, a child's stone. Not a monument but a vessel. Not a vault, but a dream. The Tower does not archive memory. It shares it. Beneath the mountain, something stirs—a wyrm bound by forgotten vows. And circling above and within, the ravens bear silent witness. They do not arrive. They do not depart. They are part of the remembering. The Fall of Argenhal is not a story of conquest or prophecy. It is a tale of memory reclaimed, of offerings made in grief and grace, and of a people who dared to try—even when they knew they might fail. This is not a story of triumph. It is a story of choosing to remember. Of silence broken. Of spirals turned. Of legacy that listens. And somewhere, beyond the veil of time and place, they say a raven once perched upon a dreaming soldier’s shoulder—unbidden, unafraid—before vanishing into the night."

"My Ex broke my heart, and now he’s my grumpy boss. Returning to Cloverfield was supposed to be temporary. A break from the chaos of the city. I didn’t expect Sam Bennett to be my new boss. Or still as cold—and as gorgeous—as ever. He’s the one who left without warning. Now he’s barking orders behind a desk like nothing happened. We clash. Hard. Until a flood forces us to work from his house. It’s coffee, quiet support, and how he softens around his daughter. His touch lingers, his voice gentles, and I fall against all logic. One stormy night, I see it: he’s not the man I left… but the one I might love. And that’s when everything starts to fall apart My brother would never forgive me if he found out that I’d fallen for his best friend But this small town isn’t big enough to hide what’s growing between us. And if the truth comes out… I could lose Sam all over again—this time for good. "

"A stolen heirloom. A secret vault. A quiet town built on buried lies. Magda Lane’s shop was locked. The case was sealed. But her grandmother’s pocket watch is gone. No break-in. No trace. When other heirlooms vanish, Magda becomes the town’s reluctant liaison. With Ivy’s quick wit and Deputy Hank’s wary eye, she starts asking questions that make people nervous. Lucas Drake is an out-of-towner with a suspicious interest in the thefts. And quiet whispers link the historian to under-the-table sales. Strange messages. Footsteps in the dark. Some secrets won’t stay buried. "

I was just supposed to be his nanny, not date my billionaire boss. I stare up at the Radford Tower. I’m answering an ad for a live-in nanny. These stuffed shirts aren’t going to hire me. Well, go big or go home, right? Cole Radford is a control freak in designer suits. I’m a walking disaster with a messy past and a stubborn streak. We clash instantly. I crashed his conference call, insulted his tie, and somehow walked out as his daughter’s new nanny. Then I ask him to be my fake boyfriend. One weekend to settle my nosey family. No big deal, right? Until he slips his hand into mine like it fits. Until he kisses me under the stars like it means something. Until I find myself in his bed and falling madly in love with him. Then photos of us are leaked. His board of directors think he’s being duped by this gold digging nanny. The media attention could cost him everything and leave us both brokenhearted.

"I thought I was human… until an arrogant Fae Prince ripped me from my world. Kidnapped. Dragged to the Academy of Magic. Trapped with no escape. They expect me to bow, to submit. Instead, I learn—fast. I’ll harness my power, shatter the corrupt Guild, and free my brother. Nothing will stand in my way. Except Magnus Vaelor. Infuriating. Pretentious. Irresistible. The Fae Prince is my tormentor, my rival, my greatest distraction. Every clash between us is a delicious slow burn, a battle of wills I refuse to lose. But when my magic awakens—wild and untamed—our war shifts. The lines between hate and desire blur. Dark secrets unravel. Ancient power rises. And Magnus is left with an impossible choice: his duty to the world that shaped him… or a forbidden love that could set it all ablaze."

"He’s the predator. I’m the spark. And the forest is about to burn. When wildlife photographer Lila Carter ventures into the mysterious Whispering Pines forest, she expects to capture rare beauty—not stumble into a world of secrets, shadows, and a golden-eyed panther that shouldn’t exist. But the forest doesn’t play by the rules of logic. And neither does the man who steps from the shadows."

"He’s my grumpy billionaire boss. I’m his fake fiancée. What could go wrong? My startup’s crashing, and Jackson Reid—rich, ruthless, and ridiculously hot—is my only hope. The catch? He’s taking over, and I’m stuck with my bossy alpha in forced proximity. When my grandma mistakes us for a couple, Jackson plays along. Suddenly, we’re fake engaged and the lines start to blur. Every smirk, every touch feels real. I swore I’d never fall for the arrogant boss I once called a corporate vampire. But when I learn he’s using me, will I risk it all for love? A spicy Grumpy Boss x Sassy FMC romance with HEA. "

" A billionaire Grump. A smart, sassy journalist, And one fake marriage that’s way too real. She’s in it for the story. I’m in it for control. In the middle of our scorching chemistry, the lines between fake and real are blurring fast. Julianne Mitchell is bold, ambitious, and everything I avoid. When she crashes my exclusive event, I’m forced to propose a fake marriage to protect my reputation. What I don’t know? She’s my sister’s best friend. Off-limits. And now, she’s under my roof pretending to be my wife. It’s all business. Or so I tell myself. But with every sharp retort, every touch, every moment together... I’m questioning everything I’ve built. The more she digs into my world, the more I realize I don’t want her to stop. Now, I’m left wondering: my empire, my control... or my heart? Am I still in charge, or has she already won?"

Defending Emily - An Undercover Romantic Suspense She saw something she wasn’t supposed to. Now, the city’s most dangerous man wants her dead. But the only thing more lethal than him? The man sworn to protect her. Emily Carter never meant to become a target. One bad glance–now she’s running for her life. Victor Ross, a crime lord known for eliminating loose ends, won’t stop until she’s silenced. Her only chance? Jack Bennett. Relentless and cold, the NYPD detective must keep her alive. As bodies pile up, Jack sees Emily isn’t just a witness. She’s a fighter and breaking through his walls. The more time they spend together, the harder it is to ignore their growing pull. But a shocking secret challenges everything–forcing a choice–keep running, fight back, or risk their hearts.”

When ruthless billionaire Chase Hawthorne rolls into Sweet Creek with bulldozers and big promises, Hope fights back with fire, flour, and fierce determination. But beneath his steel façade, Chase hides scars—and secrets—that start to unravel in her presence. As sabotage ignites, passions flare, and old ghosts resurface, Hope must decide if saving her town means sacrificing her heart. Hope Unleashed is a steamy small-town enemies-to-lovers romance about redemption, resilience, and the kind of love that can rise from the ashes.

"My new client is a brooding billionaire with a criminal past. Too bad he’s also my dad’s best friend… and I just let him bend every rule—including me. Dexter Hale was my father’s best friend. Loyal. Protective. I was the girl who adored him. Now I’m the woman he watches like he’s imagining all the ways he could ruin me. Working together, the tension coils tighter. His voice drops. His eyes linger. And when I tease him, challenge him, he looks at me like he’s already undone. He’s still all hard edges and paternal restraint, but I see the slip. He lets me in. Slowly. Reluctantly. I know I’m playing with fire. But I’ve never wanted to be burned so badly. I see the man behind the armor. He’s flawed. Feral. Heartbreakingly real. And I fall—hard. Only this isn’t just a secret. It’s a betrayal. If my dad finds out, he’ll destroy everything—starting with Dexter. Too bad he raised me to take what I want—and never apologize for it."

"In New York City, alpha real estate mogul Ethan Kane meets his match in Zara Monroe, a curvy, sunlit romance writer with a secret. When Zara’s inheritance hinges on a fake engagement, Ethan agrees—partly to help, partly to protect a business deal. But as sparks fly and boundaries blur, their staged chemistry turns all too real. With a best friend’s warning, an age gap, and undeniable heat between neighbors, the stakes climb fast. Can a fake fiancé arrangement lead to forever? Next Door to Trouble is a steamy brother’s best friend, fake fiancé romance with heart, heat, and HEA."

Socially awkward librarian Barbara Stitch has always preferred books over people. But when ruthless businessman Mr. Rivers is found dead at the Victorian Echoes Inn, Barbara becomes the prime suspect. Witnesses saw her arguing with him over a family inheritance, and the police seem eager to close the case. With her golden retriever Suga by her side, Barbara must unravel a tangle of blackmail, hidden passageways, and cryptic manuscripts to find the missing briefcase that could crack the mystery wide open. Time is running out—and if she doesn’t solve the puzzle soon, she might become the killer’s next target.

"Fire and Desire (Tackling the Bad Boys of Football) A Grumpy billionaire second chance at Romance It was fight-night in Vegas and the freaks were out. I met Goldie in a bar and asked her if she was a hooker. She chuckled and said no, but if you want to hang out with me tonight, I promise you we will have the best night of our lives. One kiss and she ignited my fire and my desire. There is no shortage of beautiful women climbing over each other to get a taste of a billionaire pro baller like me. I couldn’t shake how badly Goldie dumping me with a smiley-face thank note while I slept got to me. As a reclusive single dad, I was content with quick romps between the sheets with beautiful women after my wife betrayed me until I met Goldie. It pissed me off when I couldn’t get Goldie out of my freaking head and I couldn’t find her to even the score. Last year, my boy described his beautiful, sexy mechanic in Mississippi named Lola who tricked out his classic Impala. She turned out to be my Goldie. She is a liar and a damn good enchantress, but she holds the keys to open my cold-blooded heart and the business merger my mother is pursuing to help other single mothers. I knocked on her red door. Lola stood there with a sexy smile on her face wearing a silky dress that left nothing to my imagination. My body responded instantly. But tonight, I need to set my ego aside and see if we can work together to close a business merger that is dear to both of us. "

"I hate him. I crave him. I’m cursed to love him. I woke with no memories, no past—only the pull of a brooding Alpha who wants me gone. Damian is dangerous, arrogant, and maddeningly irresistible. When a storm traps us together, our fiery hatred turns into something hotter, darker... inevitable. He thinks I’m a cursed harbinger sent to destroy his pack. But his touch awakens something primal inside me—and the truth is even worse. He’s my fated mate. I’ve fallen for him. And I’m the one destined to end him."

"I woke up naked in the rain, straddling a werewolf I didn’t know—moaning his name like I’d done it a thousand times before. I don’t remember who I am. But my cursed body sure remembers him. Aric is a scarred, growling, maddening werewolf who looks at me like I’m both salvation and sin. He saved me from monsters, dragged me through a storm, and snarled every time I got too close… which only made me want him more. Then the blood moon hit. And I made the worst mistake possible—I kissed him. Now we’re soul-bound. Fated. Mated. And the heat between us is enough to burn the forest down. We fight. We touch. We run. We fall. And every time he says my name, it’s like he’s claiming something I don’t remember giving. But my past is catching up fast—and it's full of deadly secrets, betrayal, and a crown soaked in blood. If I fall for him again, it won’t just ruin us. It’ll ignite a war I was born to end. "

"I had a one-night stand with a stranger. Now he’s my boss... and we’re fake dating to protect me and my son Max. Jack Donovan is brooding and built like a storm I never should’ve walked into. No rules, just heat... and then I left before sunrise. Now I’m in a small town trying to start over. And fate throws me right back into the arms of the man I swore I’d never see again. He’s cold and infuriating—but he steps in when my psychotic ex gets too close. Gives me a job. Offers Max and I a place to stay. Suggests that we fake a relationship to protect us. Treats Max like his own son. Somewhere between his silence and his softness, I fall. Harder than I should. But my ex doesn’t want to let go. He’s here in town looking for us and is completely unhinged. Jack’s not backing down. I don’t know how far he will have to go to keep us safe. "

"Some memories should stay buried. Some secrets refuse to die. Dr. Jillian Marks thought she’d escaped the darkness. But when cryptic messages begin appearing—urging her to remember—and her neighbors start to vanish, the cracks in her carefully rebuilt life begin to widen. Haunted by memory loss and chilling visions she can’t explain, Jillian doesn’t know who to trust… least of all herself. In the seemingly quiet suburb of Maplewood, someone is watching. Her neighbor Owen is too perfect, too present. Detective Ryan Stone follows the trail, but it’s Jillian’s own buried past that holds the key. Unearthed photos. Handwritten notes she didn’t write. And a face in the shadows that never left. As paranoia grips the neighborhood, Jillian and a fellow survivor must face the truth: they were part of something far more sinister than they imagined. But the real puppet master isn’t who they think. And he’s not done with her yet."

He was supposed to be one night. Now he's her billionaire boss and she's carrying his baby. Eden thought her one-night stand with a stranger would stay in the past, but when she walks into her new job, Mark Sterling, arrogant billionaire is sitting behind the desk. With forced proximity, explosive tension and a surprise pregnancy, this enemies-to-lovers romance delivers heat, heart and all the drama you love.

"...Ethan—the brooding, too-handsome single dad—has rules for everything. No noise. No surprises. And definitely not getting involved. Too bad I broke every single one. It starts with waffles. Then water fights and dragon voices at bedtime. Then he kisses me in the kitchen—like he’s starving for something real. What started as keeping distance crashes into something undeniable—emotionally, physically, and completely. He opens up in pieces: midnight tea, a haunted glance, the way he looks at me like I’m home. Surviving without him feels unthinkable. I am falling for him... Then his ex shows up—toxic lies, worse threats, and a letter that could destroy everything. If Ethan believes the lies, I will lose him. I will also lose the only place that ever felt like home. And this time... I won’t survive the fallout."

"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. "

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?

"I can’t stand Dominic Blackwood. My boss’s best friend. Billionaire. Arrogant. Impossible. So why did I agree to fake date him? Because I needed the job. And maybe—just maybe—I wanted to see if the rumors were true. One kiss at a gala. One night that shouldn’t have happened. Now I’m pregnant—and stuck playing fiancée to the most controlling man I’ve ever met. But he’s not just power and cold stares. He’s tender when no one’s looking. Protective. Addictive. And I’m falling for him. Except Dominic doesn’t do love. And when he finds out the baby’s real… He might walk away—and take my heart with him."

"I slept with my brother’s best friend—the grumpy billionaire CEO I swore I hated—and now I’m pregnant. Dominic Hayes is the last man on earth I should want. He’s my brother’s best friend, my boss, and the most insufferable grump in a tailored suit. But when my big mouth lands me on a project at his billion-dollar company, avoiding him isn’t an option. We clash. We argue. We push every button the other has. Until one reckless night changes everything. I wake up tangled in his sheets, still tasting his kiss—and every line between love and hate blurs. But Dominic isn’t just a one-night mistake. Behind that brooding stare is the man who defends my wild ideas and softens when I least expect it. But if my brother ever found out that I’d fallen for his best friend – he’d kill him. Then two pink lines shatter my world. And it’s only a matter of time before all hell breaks loose. "

"Trapped in a blizzard with my cocky, arrogant, billionaire boss… I'm having a hard time ignoring these naughty thoughts. Izzy Murphy’s never been one to fall for the playboy type— Especially not when he’s her boss and twice her age. But Ethan Blackwood? The condescending billionaire with a body made for sin? He’s impossible to ignore. He’s tough as nails when it comes to business, demanding attention every time he walks into a room. When a blizzard traps us inside a cabin on a planned business retreat, resisting him feels like the hardest thing I’ve ever done. One reckless night leaves us tangled in passion and secrets. But as the days pass by, the way he touches me turns softer, the way he looks at me—like I’m more than just a fleeting temptation… Hiding our relationship becomes harder and harder. Because if anyone finds out I’m falling for my boss, I won’t just be the subject of office gossip… I’ll be ruined. But this fallout I never saw coming…two little pink lines that confirm he’s going to be a father."

"Alex Morgan wants to build a shopping center on my ancestors’ graves. I came home to stop him. He’s my brother’s best friend—arrogant, charming, and impossible to ignore. Forced to work together, our feud turns into late nights, reluctant trust, and something dangerously close to attraction. As a rival developer threatens the land, we go from enemies to allies in a fight for preservation, legacy… and maybe love. Because beneath the battlefield, something deeper is unearthed—our shared future."

I buried my husband—Ryan’s stepbrother—and the town mourned with me. Now the rodeo's back, and so is Ryan, the one who left me behind. My coffee shop becomes the hub. He becomes impossible to avoid. Small talk turns into long nights and fragile touches that undo everything I’ve held together. I’m falling for him—again. But Red River already buried one Foster. If they find out I’m loving another, I could lose everything.

"He was meant to terrify me. Instead, I burn for him. I came to Eldoria chasing answers, not awakening a prophecy or colliding with a cursed Alpha the realm has learned to fear. Elior. Savage. Untouchable. A beast trapped beneath a curse so brutal, even monsters whisper his name. But the moment our eyes lock, something ancient stirs. The first time our skin brushes, the curse recoils—and the heat between us flares. His presence unsettles my magic. His voice sinks into my bones. His touch? It threatens to unravel everything I am. But the curse is waking. Twisting. And if it breaks the wrong way, it won’t just destroy Elior—it will destroy me. My power. My identity. Maybe the realm itself. I was never supposed to be part of this. Now I’m the only one who can stop it. And the deeper I fall for him, the closer we come to a fate worse than death. "

Detective Evelyn Walker has made a career out of hunting predators—but now, one is hunting her. After a judge is executed and a cryptic note links the murder to her past, Evelyn is pulled into a dangerous conspiracy. Girls are vanishing, and someone powerful is erasing the evidence. With the help of Ethan Reid, a former fixer with dark secrets, Evelyn races to expose a brutal network hiding in plain sight. The Girls in the Desert is a gritty, gripping thriller about justice, survival, and a system built to forget.

"Daphne Cole just wanted a fresh start. Trading in lesson plans for lattes, she’s heading home to Tansy Ridge, Vermont, to open her dream bookshop café. But a pit stop in Claybrook to visit her best friend, Linda, takes a deadly turn when Linda’s husband, Hal—a corrupt town official with more enemies than ethics—drops dead at a garden party. Authorities call it an accident. The town’s gossip guild calls it murder. And when whispers turn into pointed fingers at Daphne and Linda, clearing their names becomes priority number one. With Linda and Mooney, a mischief-making sheepdog with a nose for trouble by her side, Daphne unearths a tangled web of Claybrook’s secrets. There’s Richard, a bitter businessman on the brink of ruin; Margaret, an activist who wanted Hal’s shady land deals buried; and Paul, a political rival who had everything to gain from Hal’s demise. But the deeper she digs, the deadlier the game becomes. Secret meetings, whispered threats, and the shocking discovery that Hal was poisoned, suggest one thing: someone is tying up loose ends. And if Daphne isn’t careful, she might just be next…"

"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 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?