Here are the new releases for the week.
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| Title | Author | Publisher | Release Date | Other Details | Link |
| Captivated | A.C. Thomas | NineStar Press | 4/26/2021 | The Verge #2 | Amazon |
| Gretel on Her Own | Elna Holst | NineStar Press | 4/26/2021 | Amazon | |
| Stitches and Sepsis | Liz Faraim | NineStar Press | 4/26/2021 | Vivian Chastain | Amazon |
| Bad Intentions | Ella Frank | Self Published | 4/26/2021 | Intentions Duet #1 | Amazon |
| A Glass of Red | Sam Carlson | Dreamspinner Press | 4/27/2021 | Amazon | |
| The Hate Project | Kris Ripper | Carina Press | 4/27/2021 | The Love Study #2 | Amazon |
| Up In Smoke | Annabeth Albert | Carina Press | 4/27/2021 | Hotshots #4 | Amazon |
| Unlikely Harmony | Lily Michaels | Pride Publishing | 4/27/2021 | Improbable Bonds #3 | Amazon |
| Aspen’s Song | BA Tortuga | Turtlehat Creatives | 4/27/2021 | Banished #3 | Amazon |
| Fairytales From Verania | TJ Klune | BOATK Books | 4/27/2021 | Tales From Verania #4.5 | Amazon |
| Kiss Me Forever | M.J. O’Shea | Self Published | 4/27/2021 | Bayou Magic, 2nd Edition | Amazon |
| A Real Good Lie | Kate Hawthorne | Self Published | 4/27/2021 | Amazon | |
| Braving His Past | Patricia D. Eddy | Self Published | 4/27/2021 | Away From Keyboard #8 | Amazon |
| Unsafe Exposure | Kaje Harper | Self Published | 4/27/2021 | Hidden Wolves #5, 2nd Edition | Amazon |
| Blackwing | April Kelley | Self Published | 4/28/2021 | Saint Lakes | Amazon |
| The Siren’s Familiar | TJ Nichols | Self Published | 4/28/2021 | Familiar Mates #6 | Amazon |
| Chance Encounters | A.T. Brennan | Self Published | 4/28/2021 | Amazon | |
| High School Bully at the Bakery | CJ Turner | Self Published | 4/28/2021 | At the Bakery #2 | Amazon |
| The Labours of Lord Perry Cavendish | Joanna Chambers | Self Published | 4/28/2021 | Winterbourne #4 | Amazon |
| A Friend in the Fire | Gregory Ashe & CS Poe | Emporium Press | 4/29/2021 | An Auden & O’Callaghan Mystery #2 | Amazon |
| The Alpha Experiment | Eliot Grayson | Smoking Teacup Books | 4/29/2021 | Mismatched Mates #5 | Amazon |
| Grave Expectations | K. Sterling | Bawdy Books | 4/29/2021 | The Bisbee Bachelors’ Club #4 | Amazon |
| Nixing the End of the World | Alice Winters | Self Published | 4/29/2021 | Phoenix’s Quest #1 | Amazon |
| Bad Boy | Emma Alcott | Self Published | 4/29/2021 | Masters of Romance #1 | Amazon |
| Burn that Bridge | J.R Gray | Self Published | 4/29/2021 | Amazon | |
| A Pinch Of Mystery | Lula Duval | Self Published | 4/29/2021 | Greywood’s Second Chances #1 & #2 | Amazon |
| Love, Hope, Acceptance | Dani René, Dorothy Ewels, Collette Kelly, Marianne Lomberg, Lara van Lelyveld, Marilize Roos & Jayne Bauling | Self Published | 4/29/2021 | Anthology | Amazon |
| Deep Impact | Kelly Fox | Self Published | 4/29/2021 | Wrecked: Guardians #4 | Amazon |
| Reckless | Kiki Clark | Self Published | 4/29/2021 | Leather & Chrome #1 | Amazon |
| The Dragon Masquerade | Jessamyn Kingley | Self Published | 4/29/2021 | D’Vaire Short Story | Amazon |
| Naughty & Sweet | Megan Slayer | Changeling Press | 4/30/2021 | Malachi Brothers #2 | Amazon |
| Sounding Off | Olivia Joy | Tygerseye Publishing | 4/30/2021 | AirB&D #3 | Amazon |
| True Mate | Patricia Logan | Westburg Publishing | 4/30/2021 | Prosper Woods Chronicles #1 | Amazon |
| Hold Tight | Sue Brown | One Hat Press | 4/30/2021 | Biker Daddy Bodyguards #4 | Amazon |
| Communion | Ella James | Barkley’s Books | 4/30/2021 | On My Knees #3 | Amazon |
| Made to Submit | JP Sayle | Self Published | 4/30/2021 | La Trattoria Di Amore #3 | Amazon |
| Shiny Things | Amy Spector | Self Published | 4/30/2021 | Short North #2, 2nd Edition | Amazon |
| Drake | A.M. Salinger | Self Published | 4/30/2021 | Twilight Falls #5 | Amazon |
| Secrets | Romeo Alexander | Self Published | 4/30/2021 | Greenford | Amazon |
| Crown of Hearts | Judith Lynne | Self Published | 4/30/2021 | Lords and Undefeated Ladies #4 | Amazon |
| Saving Saint | Joel Abernathy | Self Published | 4/30/2021 | Dante’s Infernal #4 | Amazon |
| King’s Barber | M.D. Gregory | Self Published | 4/30/2021 | The Kings of Men MC #8 | Amazon |
| Celebrations | K.L. Noone | JMS Books | 5/1/2021 | Character Bleed Story | Amazon |
| Dazzle Me | Ofelia Gränd | JMS Books | 5/1/2021 | Amazon | |
| So Far Away | Nell Iris | JMS Books | 5/1/2021 | Amazon | |
| Stormy Weather | Chrissy Munder | JMS Books | 5/1/2021 | Amazon | |
| The Prince Who Never Smiled | Pepper Espinoza | JMS Books | 5/1/2021 | 3rd Edition | Amazon |
| Gideon’s Wish | Bryan T. Clark | Cornbread Publishing | 5/1/2021 | Amazon | |
| Raven’s Way | J S Grey | Self Published | 5/1/2021 | The Four Corners Series #2 | Amazon |
| Burning Bridges | Colbie Dunbar & Trisha Linde | Self Published | 5/1/2021 | Once Upon an M/M Romance #3 | Amazon |
| Yearn | A.D. Ellis | Self Published | 5/1/2021 | Remington Place #4 | Amazon |
| Taking A Chance For Love | Blake Allwood | Self Published | 5/1/2021 | Chances #3 | Amazon |
| Infernal Hope | Sionnach Wintergreen | Fairy Cat Press | 5/2/2021 | Love Songs for Lost Worlds #3 | Amazon |
| A different kind of storm | Ashlynn Mills | Self Published | 5/2/2021 | Nerds and Tattoos #3 | Amazon |
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TITLE: Captivated
AUTHORS: A.C. Thomas
SERIES: The Verge #2
PUBLISHER: NineStar Press
LENGTH: 278 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 26, 2021
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Dr. Theophrastus Campbell leads a comfortable life, along with his twin brother, buried in academia. His unique gift for obscure languages goes unnoticed as he teaches University students to conjugate Latin. Everything in his world is just as it should be; restrained, understated, boring. He would give anything to break away. In all his daydreams of adventure, Theo never expected it to arrive in the form of an outrageously attractive Outlier covered in intriguing tattoos. And Theo never thought the price he might pay for adventure would be his own freedom.
Captain Park Jun-Seo leads a dangerous life, running a Crew of misfits through Restricted space as he desperately searches for the key to completing his parents’ work. Work that could mean the difference between life and death for countless others. In all of his frantic searching, Jun never expected to find the key in the form of a beautiful professor with more brilliance than good sense. And he never thought the price he might pay for knowledge would be his own heart.
Stoic Jun and irrepressible Theo must work together to break the code before their time is up. Falling into bed together is effortless, but their growing connection wasn’t in the plan. Theo charms his way beneath Jun’s skin with every nonsensical move he makes. Jun must decide if he can make room in his harsh, goal-driven life for the unpredictable force of love. Theo begins their journey as a lighthearted adventure—until he cracks Jun’s tough facade to reveal the hero within. Theo must decide if he can risk his battered heart when Jun is risking everything.
In the lawless depths of space, can two captive hearts set each other free?
TITLE: Gretel on Her Own
AUTHORS: Elna Holst
PUBLISHER: NineStar Press
LENGTH: 98 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 26, 2021
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Once upon a time, a brother and sister were led away into the depths of the forest. It was only to protect them, their mother explained and the brother concurred; yet he insisted on pebbles, bread crumbs. He insisted on looking back for cats and pigeons and whatnots, brightened by the touch of the sun.
Twenty years later, Gretel Kindermann is on her own: her father has taken himself off to Dortmund, her mother is a fixture at the local mental healthcare institution, and her brother Hänsel, oh—
At the heart of the matter, like a thorny-rooted weed, is Frau Heckscher, the purveyor of all things sweet in the little village at the lip of the forest. And now, perhaps, also a niece that no one has heard of before, lately arrived from Vienna to wreak havoc on poor Gretel’s nerves and heart.
In Gretel on Her Own, Elna Holst offers a contemporary sapphic twist to your favourite Germanic fairy tale of homicidal arsonists and houses built out of baked goods, trickster witches, and parenting skills that leave a lot to be desired.
TITLE: Stitches and Sepsis
AUTHORS: Liz Faraim
SERIES: Vivian Chastain
PUBLISHER: NineStar Press
LENGTH: 253 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 26, 2021
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Adrenaline addicted veteran, Vivian Chastain, confronts the man who has been following her for days, only to find he has a message of dire consequence for her. Spurred into action by his news, she barrels head on into a tumultuous and violent series of events. Stoic and stubborn as always, Vivian lands in the hospital, fighting for her life.
During Vivian’s lengthy recovery, her partner is released from jail and the two reconnect, stoking up the flames of their toxic union all while Vivian dives into a blossoming relationship with a new love interest who offers fulfillment and love, if only Vivian can figure out how to allow it all in.
Vivian learns that the coast is not clear as former threats return and continue to endanger her. While she cannot rest easy; friends, her work crew, and customers at the night club where she tends bar provide her with much needed fun, comradery, and support.
Vivian wrestles with her temper, her penchant for physical violence, and her overwhelming emotional baggage. Struggles from within and without threaten her existence, and in the moment when death is just a breath away, Vivian’s brother shows up and changes everything.
TITLE: Bad Intentions
AUTHORS: Ella Frank
SERIES: Intentions Duet #1
PUBLISHER: Self Published
LENGTH: 252 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 26, 2021
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My name isn’t Logan Mitchell, but Marcus St. James doesn’t know that…
When I showed up at my roommate’s work party, the last thing I expected was to find a man straight out of my dreams. But when the crowd parted and the fates aligned, there he was, waiting for me. Marcus St. James, president of ENN WorldWide News.
Sexy and powerful, with a stare that could freeze you in place, Marcus was the perfect reward for securing a job at Mitchell & Madison, the best law firm in Chicago. To play with the big fish, however, one must become a big fish, and that’s where my little white lie began.
It was one night. I was never going to see him again, and from the second we spoke, I knew he was interested. It was there in his eyes, the same fire in my veins. It was there in his voice, whenever he said my name.
The only problem? It wasn’t my name, and now I wanted more—much more.
But how can anything good come out of something that started with such bad intentions?
TITLE: A Glass of Red
AUTHOR: Sam Carlson
PUBLISHER: Dreamspinner Press
LENGTH: 180 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 27, 2021
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When nerdy art student Noah Andrews turned his love of wine into a way to make money during grad school, he didn’t anticipate it would lead to a summer gig cataloguing the cellars at an aging Tuscan estate.
He definitely didn’t expect to be rooming with the hunky contractor fixing up the villa.
Ostensibly, Christian Caravalli is in Italy helping his grandfather run his restoration business. In reality, he’s avoiding his parents’ divorce and the fact that he has no direction in life. When Noah lands in his lap, his summer gets a lot more interesting.
Noah’s attracted to Christian, but the man tests his boundaries. He can’t cook, he walks around half-dressed, and Noah’s bathroom, which was supposed to be ready when he arrived, is still a shambles. But what Christian lacks in direction, he makes up for in heart, and when they start capitalizing on each other’s strengths instead of focusing on their differences, the attraction blooms into more.
Unfortunately, this summer fling has an expiration date. Neither Christian nor Noah can afford to stay in the villa forever. Will their love grow into something lasting, or is it destined to be only a sweet memory?
TITLE: The Hate Project
AUTHOR: Kris Ripper
SERIES: The Love Study #2
PUBLISHER: Carina Press
LENGTH: 352 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 27, 2021
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This arrangement is either exactly what they need–or a total disaster
Oscar is a grouch.
That’s a well-established fact among his tight-knit friend group, and they love him anyway.
Jack is an ass.
Jack, who’s always ready with a sly insult, who can’t have a conversation without arguing, and who Oscar may or may not have hooked up with on a strict no-commitment, one-time-only basis. Even if it was extremely hot.
Together, they’re a bickering, combative mess.
When Oscar is fired (answering phones is not for the anxiety-ridden), he somehow ends up working for Jack. Maybe while cleaning out Jack’s grandmother’s house they can stop fighting long enough to turn a one-night stand into a frenemies-with-benefits situation.
The house is an archaeological dig of love and dysfunction, and while Oscar thought he was prepared, he wasn’t. It’s impossible to delve so deeply into someone’s past without coming to understand them at least a little, but Oscar has boundaries for a reason—even if sometimes Jack makes him want to break them all down.
After all, hating Jack is less of a risk than loving him…
TITLE: Up In Smoke
AUTHOR: Annabeth Albert
SERIES: Hotshots #4
PUBLISHER: Carina Press
LENGTH: 277 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 27, 2021
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Freewheeling smoke jumper Brandt Wilder thrives on adrenaline. He’s never met a parachute he can’t repair or a dangerous situation he couldn’t wrangle his way out of. He’s popular and fun-loving and not at all looking to settle down or form lasting relationships. It’s a lifestyle that’s served him well…right up until the day he finds a baby on his doorstep.
Shane Travis is used to putting his country music career—and his own happiness—on hold after his sister rolls through his life. Like last spring when she convinced him to try skydiving for his birthday—and she walked away with the hot parachute instructor.
Now he gets to deliver the piece of news that will upend Brandt’s carefree life: he very well might be a dad.
Shane’s niece is safe in Brandt’s strong, capable hands, but too many questions remain unanswered. Co-parenting while they sort it out leads to late-night talks, and soul-bearing confessions lead to a most inconvenient attraction. Still, Shane can’t leave this makeshift family behind—even if it means playing house with the one man he can’t resist.
TITLE: Unlikely Harmony
AUTHOR: Lily Michaels
SERIES: Improbable Bonds #3
PUBLISHER: Pride Publishing
LENGTH: 106 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 27, 2021
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In the middle of his darkest moment, Sebastian finds an unexpected light.
Since his immense gift was first discovered, Sebastian Chevalier has led a life of blissful indulgence—crisscrossing the globe to perform to thousands of adoring fans and garnering international attention for putting a modern face on opera—that is until a vocal cord injury steals Sebastian’s most prized possession.
While he rehabilitates, he turns his focus to composing an opera and hires Jasper Lorde to join as his accompanist to help turn his written music into a living creation. Although Jasper is the polar opposite of everything he is normally attracted to, Sebastian finds himself with an overwhelming desire for the man and as he slowly regains his ability to speak, the two men explore the passion building between them.
Once the opera is complete and Sebastian has been cleared to sing, he books a debut at the prestigious LA Opera House. But this decision releases a Pandora’s box of demons for Jasper that threatens their tentative connection.
TITLE: Aspen’s Song
AUTHOR: BA Tortuga
SERIES: Banished #3
PUBLISHER: Turtlehat Creatives
LENGTH: 228 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 27, 2021
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Wolf shifter Aspen is exhausted and needs a break from the high-fashion, celebrity world of runway modeling. The visions he’s experienced all his life are getting worse, making him feel even more peculiar and disconnected. And while he doesn’t want to be a burden to anyone, when he’s invited to stay with his adopted brother Wulf’s small pack of misfits, Aspen relishes the idea of finding a place to belong.
When Gabe’s military career ends due to life-changing injury, he has no idea where to go and gratefully accepts a place with his old friend Cory and his mate, Wulf. Immediately drawn to the beautiful and unearthly Aspen, Gabe fears he is not good enough for him, and avoids Aspen until he can’t stay away any longer.
As danger stalks their pack, Aspen and Gabe must overcome their insecurities to recognize they just might be mates and learn who they really are to protect those they love.
TITLE: Fairytales From Verania
AUTHOR: TJ Klune
SERIES: Tales From Verania #4.5
PUBLISHER: BOATK Books
LENGTH: 329 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 27, 2021
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New York Times bestselling author TJ Klune invites you back to the land of Verania in a new collection of short stories starring the beloved characters from the Tales of Verania series.
In the opening story—The Unicorn in the Tower—Gary is a princess trapped in a stone tower by the evil Lady Tina DeSilva, who plans on sacrificing him on the first full moon after his eighteenth birthday. With help from his friends—a bird named Tiggy and a mangy weasel called Sam—Gary interviews potential suitors to rescue him and love him above all others, as he so rightly deserves.
The Unicorn in the Tower is followed by Sam and the Beanstalk, wherein a poor farm boy exchanges his family’s bull for magical beans and the promise of treasure in the sky. But when he climbs the beanstalk, Sam finds things are not as he expected them to be.
The Good Boy sees Todd and his immaculate ears taking center stage. When Todd’s father dies, he leaves his son in the care of his evil stepmother and two stepsiblings who live to make Todd’s life a living hell. It’s not until the household receives an invitation to attend a ball for the mysterious Sir that Todd begins to wish for a life beyond what he knows.
David’s Dragon, the final—and only canonical—tale, is set a thousand years before the rise of the Dark wizard Myrin. It begins simply: a lonely boy in a small village befriends a dragon. What follows is a story of love and sacrifice, hope and heartbreak, and what it means to earn your place amongst the stars.
Welcome back to Verania. It’s going to be a hell of a ride.
TITLE: Kiss Me Forever
AUTHOR: M.J. O’Shea
SERIES: Bayou Magic
PUBLISHER: Self Published
LENGTH: 200 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 27, 2021, 2nd Edition
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Forever is too long to be alone…
Avery Cook is a professor. A historian. Logical to a fault. He’s spent his career researching the mysterious side of New Orleans. Superstitions, legends, and lore.
Avery has an academic explanation for all of them…
Until one night when he walks into a bar and his life changes.
In a sea of impossibly beautiful people Tyson stands out like there’s some kind of otherworldly glow about him. He sweeps Avery off his feet with his old-world charm and romantic ways. Avery falls fast and hard. But there’s something dark in Tyson too. Something that’s just below the surface.
When Avery digs deeper, he discovers Tyson is part of a world that only existed on the pages of books… a world full of witches, vampires, ancient people who saw the city of New Orleans grow up around them.
Tyson’s world is magical. It’s sexy. It draws Avery in further with every breath he takes.
But most of all?
It’s dangerous. And it doesn’t take Avery long to find that out first hand.
But what’s a little danger when there’s also love like Avery’s never felt before?
TITLE: A Real Good Lie
AUTHOR: Kate Hawthorne
PUBLISHER: Self Published
LENGTH: 284 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 27, 2021
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Callahan McMillian – age 31
Relationship status – Very single, and I like it that way.
Looking for – Someone to make my ex-boyfriend jealous for the weekend.
Biggest regret – Rhys St. George
Hobbies – N/A
Jace Dare – age 26
Relationship status – DTF
Looking for – a good time, not a long time
Biggest regret – kissing that hottie at the bar two weeks ago and letting him leave without getting his phone number
Hobbies – art, photography, dancing, hanging out with my friends
Callahan and Jace couldn’t be less compatible, but they’ve been set up for the weekend and there’s no going back. Callahan’s pride is on the line, his mouth is all over Jace, and they need to put in the performance of a lifetime if they’re going to make their very fake relationship look convincing. To sell the lie, Jace and Callahan reach an agreement: real attraction, pretend emotion. But when make believe turns into making love, the only people they’re fooling are themselves.
TITLE: Braving His Past
AUTHOR: Patricia D. Eddy
SERIES: Away From Keyboard #8
PUBLISHER: Self Published
LENGTH: 255 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 27, 2021
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Graham Peck had his life planned out. Serve in the Coast Guard like the rest of his family. See the world. But an innocent New Year’s kiss—with another man—leads to a vicious attack that forces him back into civilian life. A life he has no idea how to navigate.
Until he hooks up with a group of deadly, battle-worn soldiers. They don’t care who he loves—as long as he stays on mission.
Quinton Silver can’t make it down his front steps. Not since the man who was supposed to love him turned out to be a monster. Inside, hiding under an assumed name in a city halfway across the country from his deranged lover, he’s safe. Even if he is alone.
Desperation leads to a chance meeting, and while Graham and Quinton have every reason not to trust one another, they’re drawn together by an unstoppable force neither can control.
Can they heal one another? Or will one wrong move lead Q’s stalker right to his door?
TITLE: Unsafe Exposure
AUTHOR: Kaje Harper
SERIES: Hidden Wolves #5
PUBLISHER: Self Published
LENGTH: 399 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 27, 2021, 2nd Edition
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Nothing wrecks a guy’s day like finding out he’s a werewolf.
From the moment artist Dylan Shore arrives in Chicago, his life gets twisted like a kaleidoscope. Why does a street gang he’s never met before want him dead? Why is a hot but odd mathematician stalking him? And how can half the things Alex Corwin says possibly be true, no matter how honest he seems?
Alex has a frightening dilemma. Dylan is attractive, appealing, out and proud. He’s also completely unaware that he’s a werewolf. It shouldn’t be Alex’s job to tell him, and warn him that gay wolves usually end up dead. But someone has to, before he finds out in blood and violence.
Chicago’s not Alex’s hometown, but somehow he needs to protect Dylan from the local packs, protect the wolves from being outed by Dylan, and keep his cool around the first man to touch his own deeply-closeted heart.
TITLE: Blackwing
AUTHOR: April Kelley
SERIES: Saint Lakes
PUBLISHER: Self Published
LENGTH: 171 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 28, 2021
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How did a grumpy Dragon shifter like Trace end up fated mates with two vampires who call him Daddy Dragon?
Did Trace Anguis get revenge or justice? It depends on who he asks. The deed was done in less time than it took for the grief of his friend’s death to set in. That deed will haunt him for the rest of his life. At least until his mates try to take over his life. Trace might be a grumpy older dragon shifter, but he’s determined to keep his young fated mates safe. It’s not easy when the guy who’s been hunting him for years finally catches up with him. Does he keep running and leave his mates behind or take a stand for the first time in his life?
TITLE: The Siren’s Familiar
AUTHOR: TJ Nichols
SERIES: Familiar Mates #6
PUBLISHER: Self Published
LENGTH: 188 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 28, 2021
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Risking death is part of the job…finding his mate isn’t.
Hippo shifter Chase Allard is sent to infiltrate a shifter gang that is rumored to be catching and binding witches—a disgusting practice that makes a mockery of the familiar bond. A bound witch dies within a few years.
Rhys Howland’s magic is in his voice. After being captured and forced to use his magic to benefit the shifters imprisoning him, he is desperate to escape, but he is always guarded. But when the hippo arrives, Rhys hears a different song in the air: Chase is his familiar. And a familiar is the last thing Rhys wants or needs.
For Chase, finding his familiar bound and trapped pushes him to the edge of control. He’ll have to choose between blowing his cover and saving his mate.
TITLE: Chance Encounters
AUTHOR: A.T. Brennan
PUBLISHER: Self Published
LENGTH: 209 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 28, 2021
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Two men with undeniable chemistry, one chance encounter that starts it all.
Hayden Murphy is done with love. He’s sworn off finding another partner after the death of his husband eighteen months ago. He’s finally starting to feel like himself again and is focused on rebuilding his friendships and his work as a physiotherapist.
Eric Connors is over relationships. After breaking up with his longtime girlfriend, he’s ready to enjoy the single life. He doesn’t want or need another partner… Until he meets Hayden at the scene of an accident while on duty as a paramedic, then keeps running into him in the most random places.
Neither man can deny the chemistry between them or the fact that fate seems bound and determined to keep thrusting them together. As the men continue to meet and give in to their desires, that chance meeting grows into a friendship with benefits. Both men are reluctant to want more, but even they can’t keep things completely casual the more time they spend together.
Will their pasts keep them from seeing what’s right in front of them? Or will Hayden and Eric realize that there is life, and love, after loss?
TITLE: High School Bully at the Bakery
AUTHOR: CJ Turner
SERIES: At the Bakery #2
PUBLISHER: Self Published
LENGTH: 87 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 28, 2021
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Trey sat in the parking lot for a few long minutes, unable to convince himself that it was a good idea to go to the bakery.
Facing the guy that had sparked his sexual awakening, the guy Trey had bullied ruthlessly because he wasn’t ready to face the truth, was a disastrous prospect.
What am I thinking? He might not even be there. Just because he owns the place now, that doesn’t mean he’ll be the one at the meeting. In fact, the last Trey had heard, the Bread Basket had some talented new cake decorator on its staff.
Was it weird that he still kept tabs on what was happening in Parker’s life after all those years?
No.
Maybe.
Shoot, I need to get a grip.
Trey drove the short distance to the bakery, simultaneously hoping that Parker would be there and that he wouldn’t.
TITLE: The Labours of Lord Perry Cavendish
AUTHOR: Joanna Chambers
SERIES: Winterbourne #4
PUBLISHER: Self Published
LENGTH: 177 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 28, 2021
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Lord Perry Cavendish knows that he’s seen as a not-too-bright, amiable, sporting sort of chap. The type who can hold his own in the boxing ring, drink most men under the table, and offer a useful opinion on a piece of horseflesh—but not much else.
When Perry visits his friend, Lysander Winterbourne, he is introduced to the Honourable Jonny Mainwaring, a free-thinking artist who is everything Perry is not: unconventional, emotional… and very talkative.
At first, Perry is overwhelmed by the vibrant, witty Jonny Mainwairing, but when he agrees to sit for him, he discovers the real man beneath the dramatic flourishes, and the undeniable physical attraction he feels for Jonny begins to develop into something more.
But Jonny is not to be easily won over. While he has a longstanding weakness for brawny men like Perry, he’s still smarting from his latest heartbreak and determined to change his habit of throwing himself into each new affair without pausing to recover from the last.
Can Perry convince Jonny that he is more than just an empty-headed young buck, and that they could have a real future together?
TITLE: A Friend in the Fire
AUTHORS: Gregory Ashe & CS Poe
SERIES: An Auden & O’Callaghan Mystery #2
PUBLISHER: Emporium Press
LENGTH: 270 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 29, 2021
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After solving the mystery behind the death of his former friend in July, ex-Army Sam Auden has been aimlessly wandering the country. Everything had gone sideways in New York City, so when his phone rings three months later, the caller is the last person Sam expected to be asking for help.
Confidential informant Rufus O’Callaghan has been struggling. His NYPD contact was murdered over the summer, and the man Rufus is head over heels for was driven away by his own undiagnosed trauma. But when he receives an anonymous letter that promises information on his mother, life goes from dark to dangerous in the blink of an eye.
Sam and Rufus must dig into Rufus’s rough and turbulent past in order to solve a series of contemporary murders connected to his mother. And if the two can’t expose who the killer is in time, they will most certainly become his next targets.
TITLE: The Alpha Experiment
AUTHOR: Eliot Grayson
SERIES: Mismatched Mates #5
PUBLISHER: Smoking Teacup Books
RELEASE DATE: April 29, 2021
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Studying shifter genetics takes brains, patience…and sometimes simulating mating rituals with your alpha-werewolf bestie. You know, for science…
Brilliant geneticist Newton McEwen, the only human in a family of werewolves, has devoted his life to researching the scientific key to shifter magic. Now he’s being blackmailed and his life’s work is threatened if he can’t produce results.
Alpha werewolf Colin Kimball is a newly-minted pack leader with a mountain of responsibilities, but when his lifelong best friend tells him he needs help, Colin drops everything to run to his aid. But Newt’s not just looking for a brawny bodyguard to watch his back—he needs help with an experiment, one he can’t carry out alone.
Out of academically approved methods, and desperate to accelerate his research, Newt’s trying a last-ditch approach, with himself as the test subject. And the very alpha Colin as the catalyst.
Determined to succeed, Newt’s willing to get up close and personal with Colin as many times as it takes. Only feelings weren’t a variable logic-minded Newt took into account. Now not only is Newt’s career on the line, his most important relationship is at stake. Can they outwit Newt’s blackmailer and move on from their experimentation…or will they lose the friendship that means everything to them?
TITLE: Grave Expectations
AUTHOR: K. Sterling
SERIES: The Bisbee Bachelors’ Club #4
PUBLISHER: Bawdy Books
RELEASE DATE: April 29, 2021
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Dr. Flip Satis is in Bisbee for all the wrong reasons, but he’s chasing the right man. He’s wanted Dr. Wallace Brinkley since Flip sat in Dr. Brinkley’s anatomy class but the chivalrous older medical examiner never acted on the chemistry between them. After making a deal with the devil to be closer to his mentor and eternal crush, a summer monsoon and a dead body throw Flip’s plans into disarray.
Wallace came to Bisbee looking for a slower pace, but now his one temptation has arrived in the eccentric former mining town. When Flip needs his help, Wallace can’t turn his back on the beguiling young doctor with the haunting blue eyes.
As Flip becomes the primary suspect in the murder of a notorious businessman, Wallace turns to the Bachelors’ club for assistance. Can he solve the crime without giving into temptation, or will falling for Flip lead to grave expectations…
TITLE: Nixing the End of the World
AUTHOR: Alice Winters
SERIES: Phoenix’s Quest #1
PUBLISHER: Self Published
LENGTH: 347 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 29, 2021
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Nix
“You are the savior of mankind” are the last words I ever expected to hear while nibbling on fries. The thing is, I’m not mankind saving material. I don’t even have magic (and just found out it exists). I’m the most boring, normal(ish) human ever.
Suddenly, I’m being tossed right into the middle of a fight that started years before I was even born, and then I get partnered up with Alastair, a quirky magical Guardian. He is rather attractive and sweet when he’s not into the whole “woe is me, I can’t let myself fall in love with you” nonsense. I mean, the moment he took my annoyingly judgmental grandma hostage, it was all over for me. I was hooked.
Now the only problem is… what exactly are we saving the world from?
Alastair
The moment I laid eyes on Nix, the naive yet easygoing human captivated my attention, and now I’m determined to protect him. But despite my amazing and majestic abilities, we might not make it out of this mess. Still, there must be a reason Nix was chosen. No, he doesn’t have pizazz and maybe he really doesn’t have magic, but he’s also one of the strongest and kindest men I’ve ever met.
Now if I can just get him to stop throwing blankets at enemies, we might have a shot at this.
TITLE: Bad Boy
AUTHOR: Emma Alcott
SERIES: Masters of Romance #1
PUBLISHER: Self Published
LENGTH: 408 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 29, 2021
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Russ
They call me a bad boy, and thirteen years ago they would have been right.
I’ve done things I’m not proud of.
Served time.
Broken hearts and bones alike.
But I’m a changed man now. I don’t break the law for a living anymore; I write books about guys like me who fall in love with other guys. It’s as close to a happily ever after as I think I’ll get…
Until Colton shows up in my remote cabin in the middle of a snowstorm, so timid and young and sweet.
I’ve given up my wicked ways, but damn if he doesn’t make me want to do bad, bad things…
Colton
I didn’t mean to get lost on my way to the big New Year’s Eve party, and I definitely didn’t mean to drive my car into a snowbank, but here I am in the middle of nowhere, stranded in front of a creepy cabin, about to freeze to death.
The only way I’ll make it through the night is if I go inside, but there’s no telling who might be in there. It very well could be a serial killer, or a horror movie monster…
Or a bearded, tattooed bad boy with a big secret who’ll steal my heart and make me never want to leave.
TITLE: Burn that Bridge
AUTHOR: J.R Gray
PUBLISHER: Self Published
LENGTH: 279 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 29, 2021
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Turns out trading a spot on the cheerleading squad for a fresh fade and all-new pronouns was more of a recipe for disaster than happiness. Coming out as trans in rural Alabama, where football rules and cheer is life, might have been the worst way to start my senior year.
There are no safety nets for people like me in places like this.
But sometimes, hope shows itself in the most unexpected places. New friends help us survive —and maybe— thrive. But falling for Sebastian was not part of the plan.
Embracing my identity put my happiness at odds with my safety. I’m terrified. Terrified to be me. Terrified to be happy. Terrified to love him.
Welcome to senior year.
Try to make it out alive.
TITLE: A Pinch Of Mystery
AUTHOR: Lula Duval
SERIES: Greywood’s Second Chances #1 & #2
PUBLISHER: Self Published
RELEASE DATE: April 29, 2021
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CODEY:
I still have it bad for Fallon Brown, even though he probably hired a hitman the minute he heard I was back in town.
My life is a mess. My brother ran away and left me in charge of our sick dad. My best friend Fallon, a.k.a. the love of my life I betrayed years ago, hates my guts. To top it all off, I’m broke. The only way for me to give my father the medical help he needs is to sell Harold Cronunberg’s house: the biggest, fanciest house on the market. Unfortunately, to do that, I’d have to double-cross Fallon once again. And this time, I could lose him forever.
FALLON:
Codey F*cking Fellini is back in Greywood, and he wants to steal my house? Hell no.
Apparently, it wasn’t enough for the barbarian to shatter my heart into pieces twelve years ago. No, he needed to show up unannounced to ruin my life again. Well, I, Fallon Benjamin Williams Brown, will make sure this doesn’t happen. I am Greywood’s official realtor. This snack of a man is going to stay as far away as possible from me, my heart, and what’s in my pants… and the house, too.
TITLE: Love, Hope, Acceptance
AUTHORS: Dani René, Dorothy Ewels, Collette Kelly, Marianne Lomberg, Lara van Lelyveld, Marilize Roos & Jayne Bauling
SERIES: Anthology
PUBLISHER: Self Published
LENGTH: 370 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 29, 2021
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The Romance Writer’s Organization of South Africa brings you an anthology featuring new and seasoned authors.
Love, Hope, and Acceptance features seven seven standalone novellas where we learn about how to love openly, how to hope for a better future, and acceptance in the unconventional. We hope that as you journey along with each couple, you’ll be as moved by their path to a HEA as we were writing them.
TITLE: Deep Impact
AUTHOR: Kelly Fox
SERIES: Wrecked: Guardians #4
PUBLISHER: Self Published
LENGTH: 235 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 29, 2021
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Odd: DeShaun and I have had sizzling chemistry since the day we met, and I can’t take another minute without him.
So many close calls, drunken flirtations, exchanged glances…and then his unfailing sense of duty would kick in. He has always outranked me and was never going to cross that line.
Even though we’re no longer in the service, he insists he’s not good enough for me. And sure, he’s still the boss…of our highly illegal mercenary organization. But that’s not the only thing holding him back. He’s scarred and in pain and believes his physical limitations should deter me.
What he doesn’t seem to get is that I would sacrifice a limb for him. Major organs. My entire heart.
If he thinks he can push me away for good, he doesn’t know Odd Bash.
DeShaun: Odd, the quiet man with the strange name, believes he can love me as I am. I will never let him do that to himself.
Every time he’s in danger, I lose a night of sleep. Fall apart a little more. And the bad guys never take a break.
Physically, let’s just say my knee isn’t the only problem. There’s an experimental surgery that can help, but I’ve been down that road too many times to risk it again.
I wish he knew how special he is, how he deserves so much more than a scarred, crumbling shell of a man. He insists that he loves me without reservation, but he doesn’t understand the reality of my life.
I love him way too much to ever put him through that
TITLE: Reckless
AUTHOR: Kiki Clark
SERIES: Leather & Chrome #1
PUBLISHER: Self Published
RELEASE DATE: April 29, 2021
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Ride hard. Love harder. Live recklessly.
Tank is done with his old life. All it’s brought him is trouble and misery in the form of a four-year prison term. Though he did find one good thing while behind bars: Charles “CJ” Crane, pen pal extraordinaire.
After months of exchanging increasingly personal letters, Tank knows exactly where he’s headed as soon as the prison gates open. CJ doesn’t know he’s coming, and he’s not sure what he’ll say when he gets there, but he knows one thing for certain.
The promises he and his boy made to each other in their letters may have been reckless, but he’s willing to risk everything he’s got on finding out if what they have could be real.
TITLE: The Dragon Masquerade
AUTHOR: Jessamyn Kingley
SERIES: D’Vaire Short Story
PUBLISHER: Self Published
LENGTH: 71 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 29, 2021
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The D’Vaires are perfectly content living far from the spotlight. Although they are powerful and politically connected, the D’Vaires stick to their mansion in Arizona. For one of their High Kings, his desire to stay home is visceral. High King Aleksander D’Vairedraconis is a dragon shifter who suffers from agoraphobia.
His mate is a recent addition to the household, and when High King Rafe D’Vairedraconis receives an invitation to the annual dragon fair, he is encouraged to do more than throw it in the trash. He would never do anything to hurt his other half, but Rafe can see the possibilities for fun and adventure.
After some consideration—and tantalizing daydreams about the D’Vaires crafting their masquerade costumes—Rafe finds the perfect solution and charges forward with his plans while simultaneously protecting Aleksander. Soon, the D’Vaires are whisked away to an event where they can pretend everyone is a dragon, and when it’s over the entire family vows they will never miss it again.
TITLE: Naughty & Sweet
AUTHOR: Megan Slayer
SERIES: Malachi Brothers #2
PUBLISHER: Changeling Press
LENGTH: 99 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 30, 2021
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Kelly Fenn came to the Honey Dripper seeking what she thinks is an easy way to make cash to pay off a loan. Martin Malachi is the one man she never expected to find, let alone fall in love with.
Martin’s not looking for a girlfriend, but Kelly needs a job. When he suggests an offer Kelly can’t refuse, she’s got a choice to make. Will she risk her heart for a chance at forever with a man fifteen years her senior, or walk away?
TITLE: Sounding Off
AUTHOR: Olivia Joy
SERIES: AirB&D #3
PUBLISHER: Tygerseye Publishing
LENGTH: 72 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 30, 2021
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Redding Hanson, a rancher and a former rodeo cowboy, has received a mysterious invitation (with a big price tag attached) to visit the AirB&D for a few days. He’s expecting a little fun, maybe a couple of hot nights and some sweet memories to take back home. What Red is not expecting is his ex-lover, Kevin Morgan, the man that dumped him a few years ago just for being honest. And Red is not happy.
Kevin, a traveling freelance photographer, paid a pretty penny for a steamy long weekend with a man that is ready to experiment a little. He’s looking forward to someone fun and curious, and to not having to explain or justify his desires. So he’s beyond furious to find himself paired with Red, the very man that shamed him long ago for the things he wanted.
This time the matchmaker has knowingly opened a can of gasoline and handed his guests a book of matches. Will being together again start a lasting fire between Red and Kevin, or will they burn the gorgeous vacation home to the ground?
TITLE: True Mate
AUTHOR: Patricia Logan
SERIES: Prosper Woods Chronicles #1
PUBLISHER: Westburg Publishing
LENGTH: 202 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 30, 2021
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When I moved to Prosper Woods, California a couple of weeks ago, I’d had big plans for a quiet life. Let’s just say, things haven’t exactly turned out the way I expected they would. For one thing, as new sheriff, I hadn’t planned on investigating a murder the day after my arrival. For another thing, no one told me supernatural creatures existed. I didn’t believe it at first, but when Vincent Lasco suddenly smiled at me with a mouth full of fangs, things got interesting.
Quiet small town life indeed!
The moment I decided to take Sheriff Romeo Harmon home for a roll in the sheets, I knew hiding my true nature was a huge mistake. Then again, things never turn out the way I expect. The simple life of anonymity I’d hoped to have in Prosper Woods has blown up in my face in the most poetic and spectacular way. Not only that, the guy isn’t even aware that he has secrets of his own. How a guy could have lived all his life not knowing what he was, seems nearly impossible but in his case, I know it’s true.
Supernaturals are everywhere!
The town of Prosper Woods has a couple of new residents who at first glance, seem very unsuited for small town life. Before long though, I realized they were right for the town… probably the only right thing about this weird place. Surprisingly, they fit right in.
Things are about to get interesting!
TITLE: Hold Tight
AUTHOR: Sue Brown
SERIES: Biker Daddy Bodyguards #4
PUBLISHER: One Hat Press
RELEASE DATE: April 30, 2021
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Griff spends his evenings unofficially protecting the successful club owner, Jem Peacock, for the Biker Daddy Bodyguards. But Jem is a boy in need of a Daddy and Griff is desperate to take that job. He will wait patiently for Jem to trust him with the secret of his heart.
This young Daddy, all wiry muscle and compact strength, is not Jem’s type. But when Jem’s world implodes, Griff is the one by his side, guarding him, and offering Jem the chance to explore his little side. Jem has longed for a special kind of Daddy, one who loves a femme little. Is he too old to have his dream? Can he trust Griff with that secret?
To his fellow bodyguards, Jem is a client. To their community, Jem is a boy in need of a special Daddy. To Griff, Jem is a little to be treasured. Will Jem give him that chance?
TITLE: Communion
AUTHOR: Ella James
SERIES: On My Knees #3
PUBLISHER: Barkley’s Books
LENGTH: 76,000 words
RELEASE DATE: April 30, 2021
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Finally, he’s mine, and I can say that out in public.
Luke McDowell, one of the most beloved public figures in America, is my forever. At least that’s what we said.
But love is different in the harsh glare of the spotlight. Sometimes it feels like the whole world’s against us. Now our unofficial honeymoon is over. Luke is back at Evermore, trying to live the life he had before he met me. Trying to say “yes” to his calling.
I can’t tell how this will play out. We said vows down on the yacht, but we’re not even legally married.
At the end of the day, I just want to make him happy–and be happy myself.
I know Sky will always have my heart, but can I keep his? Can we find a way to block out all the noise and build a life together?
TITLE: Made to Submit
AUTHOR: JP Sayle
SERIES: La Trattoria Di Amore #3
PUBLISHER: Self Published
LENGTH: 193 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 30, 2021
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Following his heart, Paulo took a path that could only ever lead to submission. With his own unrequited feelings, can Kaden convince Paulo there is someone else to love him: Kaden?
Paulo follows his heart to England to work with the chef he’s never forgotten, only to find his secret dreams shattered into a million pieces. Lost and hurting, he lashes out, resulting in some tough choices.
Kaden’s focus is creating magic in the kitchen, while hiding his desires. He’d already given up on finding a man who would surrender fully to him, until Paulo transfers from one of the other restaurants. Suddenly the universe presents him with everything he dreams of. Only problem is, Paulo is in love with someone else. Will working in close proximity change that?
TITLE: Shiny Things
AUTHOR: Amy Spector
SERIES: Short North #2
PUBLISHER: Self Published
LENGTH: 56 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 30, 2021, 2nd Edition
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At sixteen, Nathaniel Avery was shipped off to live with an aunt in hopes of quelling a budding relationship between him and another boy. Ten years later, a frantic call from his younger brother and his father’s failing health, brings him back home.
Just weeks before Thanksgiving and the most important day in Vincent Cooke’s career, he nearly collides with the grown version of the boy he never really forgot.
Will a gallery renovation, the holiday season, and the art of a mad genius help them to rebuild a friendship and rekindle a romance?
TITLE: Drake
AUTHOR: A.M. Salinger
SERIES: Twilight Falls #5
PUBLISHER: Self Published
LENGTH: 194 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 30, 2021
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Roman Campbell. Wild Child. Rebel. Rockstar. Broken.
At the age of twenty-eight, Roman Campbell has the world at his feet. Young, successful, and brutally beautiful, his facade of an uber-cool rockstar hides deep scars that have tormented him for years. After finally putting the pieces of his broken life back together, Roman attends the wedding of his famous movie star friend Carter Wilson in Twilight Falls, where he meets Drake Jackson. Their attraction is instantaneous and Roman hooks up with the sexy builder for one intoxicating night.
Drake Jackson. Wickedly Hot. Serial Heartbreaker. Reformed (mostly) Bad Boy.
Having put behind his difficult childhood, Drake Jackson is content with his life. His one regret remains his lost chance at a relationship with his childhood friend Alex. After a torrid encounter with Roman at Carter’s wedding leaves Drake hungry for more, the builder believes he will never set eyes on the famous rockstar again. But when Roman buys the property Drake has long coveted in Twilight Falls right from under his nose and hires Drake as his contractor, Drake realizes trouble has come to find him with a capital T.
Sparks fly and the two men soon commit to a temporary arrangement that sees them satisfying their carnal desire for one another. But when Roman’s past comes crashing back into his life and his secrets are revealed, Drake finds himself experiencing a lot more than just desire for Roman. Will Drake finally accept the feelings growing inside his heart? Or will he reject Roman’s love and repeat the mistakes of his past?
TITLE: Secrets
AUTHOR: Romeo Alexander
SERIES: Greenford
PUBLISHER: Self Published
LENGTH: 184 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 30, 2021
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Cid: Life is pretty good. My residency at Greenford University suits me, and I have a place of my own. It’s quiet, but quiet never bothered me all that much. When I met Alex, it wasn’t the best first impression. The circumstances weren’t good, but now I was finding it hard not to fall for the guy. And yeah, I knew he had secrets, but I was still willing to give us a try. I didn’t know those secrets would blow my quiet life apart and change everything.
Alex: When my brother was killed, enough was enough. I finally decided to testify against the local gang leaders. Of all the ways I’d pictured my life going, hiding out in a small town under the protection of the federal government wasn’t one of them. I definitely wasn’t expecting Cid. He may be a little strange, but I want to keep him in my new life. I should have known my old life would come crashing back to haunt us both and potentially ruin everything.
Do a quiet but cheerful doctor and an ex-gang member in hiding really stand a chance together? Well, they say opposites attract, but when the past catches up with Alex, will he stay or will he run?
TITLE: Crown of Hearts
AUTHOR: Judith Lynne
SERIES: Lords and Undefeated Ladies #4
PUBLISHER: Self Published
LENGTH: 539 pages
RELEASE DATE: April 30, 2021
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Does Anthony’s lonely past doom him to a lonely future?
He’s never breathed a word of who he was before he ran away from home. Now someone knows who he is.
Worse, brazen David Castle knows what he likes.
Anthony’s survived by being what others want him to be. He’s given up on finding the grand passion of his dreams. The little girl he took under his wing so long ago has asked for just one more thing: to know the fate of her mother.
David Castle is a terrible rake behind that English rose complexion. He thinks taking his lumps is a fair exchange for having every indulgence Anthony doesn’t: family, neighbors, and pleasure wherever he can. He’s never left London before, but he’s always game for anything; how hard could it be?
When circumstances force Anthony to take David along, they’ll both have to decide what would be worse: if they killed each other along the way, or if they fell in love.
TITLE: Saving Saint
AUTHOR: Joel Abernathy
SERIES: Dante’s Infernal #4
PUBLISHER: Self Published
RELEASE DATE: April 30, 2021
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SAINT
I screwed up–big time.
I broke the heart of my best friend. The one person I promised myself I’d never hurt.
Now he’s back after two years, and I hardly recognize him. Danny–sorry, Daniel–is nothing like the scarred, broken kid who left in the middle of the night without saying goodbye. Because of me.
Those brown eyes that were once so full of warmth and adoration have turned cold as ice, but the fire he stirs in me is hotter than the place I deserve to be after what I did. When I lock eyes with him just before he goes onstage with my ex’s band, I realize why he came back.
He wants to ruin me.
And you know what? I just might let him.
DANIEL
Fate took almost everything from me, but at least I still had my brother, and Saint, my best friend and hopeless crush.
When I found Saint with my brother, the one man who was off-limits, I lost both of them, too.
But fate wasn’t finished with me. A fire started by my brother’s enemies claimed half my face, and then I had to go through literally losing my brother.
Then, I gained a spine. And fifty pounds of muscle.
The fragile, pathetic kid I used to be is dead and gone. I love the way Saint’s jaw drops when he sees me, like I’m a ghost from his past.
A ghost who’s going to make him pay for all his sins.
First, I’ll take the man who broke his heart before he sold the shattered pieces to the devil.
Then I’ll take those, too, because I’m not the lovesick fool I was back then. As far as he’s concerned, I am the devil, and I won’t stop until I possess all of him–his filthy soul included.
The only problem is, mine still belongs to him.
TITLE: King’s Barber
AUTHOR: M.D. Gregory
SERIES: The Kings of Men MC #8
PUBLISHER: Self Published
RELEASE DATE: April 30, 2021
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The Undercover Assassin
Quain Beaumont is paid to kill people and he’s good at it. When he’s contracted, for a hefty sum, to protect a district attorney’s son in New Gothenburg, he can’t say no. However, he doesn’t expect Barber to be such an attractive pain in the ass. Complicating matters, Barber is part of the Kings of Men MC. He can’t risk a romantic attraction to a target, but Barber’s charm makes it hard not to fall into bed with him.
The Shit-Stirring Biker
There’s nothing more exciting to Luke “Barber” Booth than pulling pranks and causing problems. The reactions he gets out of people keep his days interesting, even if it sometimes results in fist fights with his club brothers. His next-door business neighbor is no different. Quain is uptight, so Barber takes pleasure in annoying him, which ensures nearly daily visits from Quain to the barber shop. Quain might be a whiny hairdresser, but he’s beautiful. Barber is only too happy to take a bite out of him.
An Attempted Murder and Confessions
When there’s an attempt on Barber’s life, Quain does what he’s been paid to do—protect him—but Barber’s uncle and cousin are kidnapped instead. In order to set things right, Quain must admit the truth to Barber about his undercover status and assignment. To Barber’s disgust, they need to work together to get his family back. By the end of this mess, it’s not only their lives at risk, but their hearts too.
TITLE: Celebrations
AUTHOR: K.L. Noone
SERIES: Character Bleed Story
PUBLISHER: JMS Books
LENGTH: 43 pages
RELEASE DATE: May 1, 2021
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For two successful actors, the convention circuit’s part of the job, but for Jason and Colby, it’s a challenge.
Jason’s been a convention guest before. But he’s never let himself relax and enjoy it, too busy being an action hero to indulge his dice-rolling, fantasy-loving, science-fiction geek side. And Colby loves the idea of conventions, but has never been to one. He’s not comfortable with crowds and contact and demands, especially not these days.
But they’ve got a very epic, very gay, new fantasy movie to promote. So they’ll navigate panels and photos and excitable fans together. And at the end of the day, Jason can give Colby some much-needed comfort … and together they’ll discover how much fun this new adventure can be.
TITLE: Dazzle Me
AUTHOR: Ofelia Gränd
PUBLISHER: JMS Books
LENGTH: 31 pages
RELEASE DATE: May 1, 2021
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Tom and Santino’s anniversary is coming up, and Tom has a plan. He’s going to show Santino how much he means to him. The night will be magical.
Tom’s plan did not include a trip to Thailand. He doesn’t do aeroplanes, doesn’t do tropical climate, and he doesn’t do spas. Yet he finds himself without a stitch of clothing on a spa table, with a man he’s never met before while Santino is away on a business meeting.
This was not how it was supposed to go. Tom will do his best to live through the day so they can celebrate their anniversary when they get back to the hotel, but If Santino wanted him smooth and sparkly, couldn’t he have told him instead of booking him an appointment?
Note: Dazzle Me was first published as part of Summer Bigger Than Others – A Summer Anthology from Beaten Track Publishing.
TITLE: So Far Away
AUTHOR: Nell Iris
PUBLISHER: JMS Books
LENGTH: 50 pages
RELEASE DATE: May 1, 2021
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Engaged couple Zakarias and Julian are convinced nothing can separate them … until a global pandemic hits. Zakarias catches the virus with mild symptoms and isolates in the couple’s guest house.
The few meters dividing them might as well be the moon as he watches Julian, an ICU nurse, work himself to the bone, unable to support him the way he needs. Frustration and worry build as the weeks pass.
Will Zakarias be declared healthy before Julian burns out?
TITLE: Stormy Weather
AUTHOR: Chrissy Munder
PUBLISHER: JMS Books
LENGTH: 66 pages
RELEASE DATE: May 1, 2021
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“Weather Guy” Grant Singer is determined to be in a committed relationship by year’s end. Tired of guys who only go out with him in order to get close to his more famous coworker, he signs up with an online dating service. No one ever claimed meteorology was sexy, but surely Grant can find someone to share his life with the help of technology. Too bad he’s more attracted to the waiter who serves them lunch than any of his matches.
Waiter Craig Brower is focused on finishing his degree in mathematics. He doesn’t have time for dating and couldn’t care less when a local television celebrity shows up in his section.
But Grant is a nice guy and soon Craig is all too invested in making sure he ends up with the right man by his side no matter how stormy the weather.
TITLE: The Prince Who Never Smiled
AUTHOR: Pepper Espinoza
PUBLISHER: JMS Books
LENGTH: 86 pages
RELEASE DATE: May 1, 2021, 3rd Edition
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Many years ago, in a kingdom far away, there lived a young prince. This prince was very handsome, and everybody in the kingdom loved him. The prince, being a good man, responded in kind and treated everybody fairly. But, much to his father’s confusion and his mother’s disappointment, there was one thing the prince would never do — smile.
Finally, unable to tolerate his son’s dour expression any longer, the king sent out a decree. He dispatched messengers to every corner of his country, and runners to all the neighboring kingdoms. The first person to make his hard-faced child smile would earn the right to marry him.
Unfortunately for the king, things did not go as planned.
TITLE: Gideon’s Wish
AUTHOR: Bryan T. Clark
PUBLISHER: Cornbread Publishing
LENGTH: 274 pages
RELEASE DATE: May 1, 2021
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He might be Mr. Right, but their timing is all kinds of wrong…
Gideon Miller is done letting his heart do the thinking for him. Been there, done that, still has the emotional scars to prove it. Besides, he’s leaving Los Angeles soon. There’d be no point in starting up a new romance now. But when he meets the off-the-charts sexy, ex-military man next door, Gideon starts to question everything…
Isaiah Williams needs a fresh start. With his time in the Navy—and a painful, toxic relationship—behind him, he’s ready to start a new life. Now all he has to do is figure out how to keep his matchmaking mother out of his business…and how to not fall for his sweet, nerdy, and entirely too attractive neighbor…
They’re complete opposites with nothing but trust issues in common. Their timing? Terrible. And yet…none of that matters when they’re together. Will love be enough to get Gideon and Isaiah to happily ever after? Or are they destined to remain star-crossed?
TITLE: Raven’s Way
AUTHOR: J S Grey
SERIES: The Four Corners Series #2
PUBLISHER: Self Published
LENGTH: 321 pages
RELEASE DATE: May 1, 2021
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“Please don’t leave me, I’m so sorry. Please, you can’t leave. We’re getting married. Things will be different I promise. I messed up I know, but please let me fix this. Give me one more chance.” Sobs wracked his body as it shook against my own.
My hand rested over his at my waist. I leaned my head forward to move it out of reach of his lips. “I can’t trust you anymore. I don’t think we can fix this. You broke us,”
Davis:
Apparently being dragged away from the life you love, then forced to attend the prestigious Melwood Academy was not torture enough. Now I have to spend my days and nights lusting after my best friend’s older brother. Justin sees me as an annoying little brother when all I see is him.
Justin:
You should not have to watch the man you love promise to marry someone else. Just when I think I have lost my chance with Davis, a tragedy strikes and a second chance is within my grasp. A chance I will not squander this time around
TITLE: Burning Bridges
AUTHORS: Colbie Dunbar & Trisha Linde
SERIES: Once Upon an M/M Romance #3
PUBLISHER: Self Published
LENGTH: 171 pages
RELEASE DATE: May 1, 2021
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This gruff alpha has burned all his bridges… until he meets an omega who has him wanting to rebuild.
Alpha Cole wants nothing more than to be left alone in peace and quiet. Too bad there’s a huge new condo development going up in his backyard. If it were just a bit of hammering, he could live with that, but it doesn’t stop there. Oh no, it just keeps getting worse. Now they want his land, too. Well, you can forget it. His grandfather built this house with his own two hands, and there is no chance they’re going to tramp all over his land. No way!
Omega William is the youngest and the smallest of his foster brothers, but that doesn’t stop him from dreaming big. Together, he and his two siblings have started their own business, and they have just landed themselves a huge contract to build a new complex. It’s a dream come true! If only it weren’t for that house smack dab in the middle of the lot. No one seems to be able to convince the homeowner to sell, but maybe if William can get him to see some sense, maybe make him an offer he can’t refuse…
TITLE: Yearn
AUTHOR: A.D. Ellis
SERIES: Remington Place #4
PUBLISHER: Self Published
LENGTH: 185 pages
RELEASE DATE: May 1, 2021
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They’ve hated each other for years, but someone forgot to tell them there’s a fine line between love and hate.
Khi Harris has spent his life trying to prove himself. After a disastrous relationship, all he needs is a little time to regain his footing. He has no desire to spend that time with an old enemy.
Dre King has finally accepted his truth. A new home with family and friends is exactly what he needs as he begins a journey toward his dream. Khi waltzing back into Dre’s life is not part of the plan.
The only thing Khi and Dre can agree on is they most definitely don’t want to be thrown together, but that’s precisely what they get. The line between hate and love is easily blurred, but these two men are determined to fight each other tooth and nail.
TITLE: Taking A Chance For Love
AUTHOR: Blake Allwood
SERIES: Chances #3
PUBLISHER: Self Published
LENGTH: 257 pages
RELEASE DATE: May 1, 2021
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Joshua Howard arrived in Arizona for his uncle’s funeral, not expecting to become the heir to a large orange grove. But the inheritance came with conditions. He had to live on the grove and work it for a full year. The conditions weren’t the worst part, things went from bad to worse when he discovered the grumpy, but incredibly sexy caretaker, Clay.
Clay Masters had lost everything, his engineering job, his husband and even his parents. Now he worked at the groves. His autism meant he struggled to handle the emotional fallout, but the routine and order of the groves helped. He was managing fine until the new owner, Joshua, showed up and sparked an attraction that threw his well-ordered world into chaos.
Misunderstandings and high emotions coupled with blinding attraction make it even more challenging for Joshua and Clay as they work together to save the orange groves. Will they be able to save the groves and explore the feelings developing between them?
TITLE: Infernal Hope
AUTHOR: Sionnach Wintergreen
SERIES: Love Songs for Lost Worlds #3
PUBLISHER: Fairy Cat Press
LENGTH: 276 pages
RELEASE DATE: May 2, 2021
BLURB:
Ex-necromancer Frank Hope risked his life to help his demon lover Kasimir return to his homeland, a dimension humans call Hell and Kasimir calls the Eternal Realm—a beautiful medievalesque land. Now, because Kasimir is the heir apparent to a vast, wealthy kingdom, the two live in luxury in a palace by the sea. But darkness haunts them.
Necromancers, humans sworn to capture and slay demons for Earth’s energy corporations to use as fuel, continue to strike the Eternal Realm. Strife between the Eternals’ kingdoms grows as well.
When war breaks out with a neighboring land, Frank and Kasimir are forced to make hard choices that threaten their relationship—and even their lives. Is their love truly meant to be? Will the universe that once smiled upon them turn against them?
TITLE: A different kind of storm
AUTHOR: Ashlynn Mills
SERIES: Nerds and Tattoos #3
PUBLISHER: Self Published
RELEASE DATE: May 2, 2021
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The grumpy one falls for the sunshine one.
Storm is spontaneous and full of life and drake is lonely and heartbroken until he is over taken by Storm’s light.
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