Here are the new releases for the week. Let us know if there’s something missing & we’ll add it to the list.

Title	Author	Publisher	Release Date	Other Details	Link
The Owl, the Zebra, and Their Bear Omega	Lorelei M. Hart & Wendy Rathbone	Decadent Publishing	10/30/2023	Omegas of Animals: SD #9	Amazon
Love in Mission City	Gabbi Grey	Self Published	10/30/2023	The Boyfriends Duet	Amazon
The Hotshot vs The Reporter	Nicole Dykes	Self Published	10/30/2023	On The Track #2	Amazon
Oliver’s Forbidden Mate	Blake R. Wolfe	Self Published	10/30/2023	Ombra Pack Chronicles #3	Amazon
A Beginner’s Guide to Revenge, Chaos, and Other Absurd Escapades	Shannon Maes	Self Published	10/30/2023	Demonic Disasters and Afterlife Adventures #3	Amazon
Secrets on the Shore	Declan Rhodes	Self Published	10/30/2023	The Island #4	Amazon
An Alpha for Harper	Allie W. Scott	Self Published	10/30/2023	Shelter Falls #3	Amazon
Next Season	Lane Hayes	Self Published	10/30/2023	The Elmwood Stories #2	Amazon
Legend	Karina Halle	Self Published	10/30/2023	Gothic Shade of Romance #2	Amazon
The Face Man	Amy Lane	Dreamspinner Press	10/31/2023	Long Con Adventures	Amazon
The Blood Demon’s Pet	KD Ellis	Pride Publishing	10/31/2023	Demon Daddy #1	Amazon
Catching the Dragon’s Heart	Minerva Howe	Turtlehat Creatives	10/31/2023	Heartstone Rescue #2	Amazon
Blue Skies	Nic Starr	Self Published	10/31/2023	Collier’s Creek	Amazon
The Men of Eden Cove Manor	Naomi Valkyrie	Self Published	10/31/2023		Amazon
As the Light Goes Out	Olive J. Kelley	Self Published	10/31/2023		Amazon
The Raven God’s Dream	EE Silver	Self Published	10/31/2023	Valleywood Series #24	Amazon
His Sinful Need	Leighton Greene	Self Published	10/31/2023	West Coast Mobsters #4	Amazon
Forever Together	Shelby Rhodes	Self Published	10/31/2023	The Undead Detective Agency #4	Amazon
Call of the Sea	Chani Lynn Feener	Self Published	10/31/2023		Amazon
Bone to Pick	May Archer	Self Published	10/31/2023	Sunday Brothers #5	Amazon
Once Upon a  Christmas House	A.D. Ellis	Self Published	11/1/2023		Amazon
You Started It	Hinsel Meyer	Self Published	11/1/2023	Fan Service Series #3	Amazon
First Man On Ice	Cecelia Storm	Self Published	11/1/2023	Twin City U #1	Amazon
Wolves Always Bite	Lori Ames	Self Published	11/1/2023	Willow Lake Supernaturals #2	Amazon
The Thief	Kelly Fox	Self Published	11/1/2023	Lost Boys	Amazon
Betting Brett	Joy Danvers	Self Published	11/1/2023	Shafter Falls #3	Amazon
Dasher	Lorelei M. Hart & Colbie Dunbar	Self Published	11/1/2023	Mated at the North Pole	Amazon
Burner Account	L.A. Witt	Self Published	11/1/2023		Amazon
Yours Celestially	Al Hess	Kraken Collective	11/2/2023		Amazon
Coming Out at Crofton Hall	Rebecca Cohen	Self Published	11/2/2023	Modern Crofton #6	Amazon
Remastered	Eve Holmes	Self Published	11/2/2023	Songs of Freedom #3	Amazon
His Christmas Love Song	Elle Waters	Self Published	11/2/2023		Amazon
Falsifier	Charlotte Brice	Self Published	11/2/2023	To Dance with Danger #2	Amazon
Fated Mates and Where to Find Them	AJ Sherwood	Self Published	11/2/2023	Fated Mates	Amazon
Seltzer’s Taylor	TL Travis	Sapphire Publishing	11/3/2023	The Road To Rocktoberfest 2023	Amazon
Lube Job	K.M Neuhold	Self Published	11/3/2023	Big Bull Mechanics #5	Amazon
You Can Count On Me	Fae Quin	Self Published	11/3/2023	Christmas Daddies #2	Amazon
A Lot of Snow For Christmas	BL Maxwell	Self Published	11/3/2023		Amazon
Phoenix Spy	TJ Nichols	Self Published	11/3/2023	Brothers of Fire #1	Amazon
Doctor’s Secret Mate	Hope Bennett	Self Published	11/3/2023	Dragon’s Mate #9	Amazon
Dancer	Jena Wade	Self Published	11/3/2023	Mated at the North Pole	Amazon
The Christmas Mac-n-Cheese Mystery	M.A. Innes	Self Published	11/3/2023	Secret Santa Daddy Season	Amazon
Raven	Piper Scott & Virginia Kelly	Self Published	11/3/2023	Forbidden Desires	Amazon
At Odds with the Gods	E.J. Russell	Reality Optional Press	11/5/2023	Mythmatched/Purgatory Playhouse	Amazon
Operation Magma	Annabella Stone	Embers Romance	11/5/2023	Operation Volcano #1	Amazon
A Brighter, Darker Art	Halli Starling	Self Published	11/5/2023	Ask Me For Fire	Amazon

 

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TITLE: The Owl, the Zebra, and Their Bear Omega

AUTHORS: Lorelei M. Hart & Wendy Rathbone

SERIES: Omegas of Animals: SD #9

PUBLISHER: Decadent Publishing

LENGTH: 134

RELEASE DATE: 10/30/2023

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Arranged matings don’t lead to happy ever afters at least not with your betrothed.

Alpha owl shifter Kam loves his small business delivering produce to the local restaurants. The work paid the bills, but better than that, he got to make some pretty good friends along his route. When an investor wants to buy his company, he’s tempted, but his owl tells him to decline, that he needs to keep working the route. Kam learned a long time ago that when his owl speaks, he needs to listen.

Omega bear shifter Oakley is broke. His roommate left him mid-lease, his job cut his hours, and he has student debt up to his eyeballs. If money doesn’t come in quickly, he’s going to be forced to go back to his den and the life he left years ago. When he sees an ad for a temp job at Animals, he immediately applies. It won’t solve all his financial woes, but it will get him through until next month, and that’s something.

Alpha zebra shifter Edwin, AKA Prince Edwin, grew up knowing exactly who he would mate, what day his mating would be, and what his mating would bring to the kingdom. What he didn’t know was how difficult it would be when the day came. Not only does he not love his intended omega, he doesn’t even like him. The feeling is mutual. But neither has a choice. It is the way of things.

The night of his mating rehearsal, everything changes as he scents his true mates. Suddenly the “way of things” is no longer good enough. If only it were as easy as that.

TITLE: Love in Mission City

AUTHOR: Gabbi Grey

SERIES: The Boyfriends Duet

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 259

RELEASE DATE: 10/30/2023

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Mission City is tucked in the charming Cedar Valley in southwestern British Columbia. If you love heartwarming, contemporary small-town gay romances, then come home to Mission City and fall in love with the men who live there. Romance blossoms in the unlikeliest places. And trouble has a way of finding them…

Blue Sky Boyfriend

Wyatt and Tate were high school sweethearts. After graduation, Tate left Wyatt for the big city and university while Wyatt took over his family’s farm. Fifteen years later, Tate’s come home in disgrace. Can Wyatt forgive the man who broke his heart?

This is a 24k gay romance second-chance novella with a small-town farm boy, a big-city fancy boy, and a puppy named Winnie. The novella previously appeared in Love is All Volume 6.

Fly Guy Boyfriend

When Tex is tasked with piloting the shy and nervous Davey in his helicopter, he sees an opportunity to bring the younger man out of his shell. With Tex’s friendship, Davey finds the courage to be his true self. But when things go south with his family, Davey turns to Tex. Will the budding friendship turn into more or are rough skies ahead?

TITLE: The Hotshot vs The Reporter

AUTHOR: Nicole Dykes

SERIES: On The Track #2

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 182

RELEASE DATE: 10/30/2023

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oyal

I’m the hotshot—both on and off the track. I know how to work the crowd and show off. And I’m good at it.

I’ve had to become very effective at putting on a show.

But my agent is not a fan of my over-the-top antics. So she did something I still can’t believe . . .

She called in the press—the media. Specifically, the reporter who hates everything I stand for. And now, he’s tasked with showing the world a different side of me.

Yeah . . . Good luck with that.

Soren

I’m a sports reporter, but I’m so much more than that.

My social media following has allowed me to be more. To do more. To try and help my corner of the world do better and be better.

I believe in accountability. I believe in integrity. And that sports professionals are obligated to be a moral compass to their fans.

I’m loud and outspoken about that point. Maybe more so with Royal Dutton—the loudmouth, crude racer with absolutely no morals.

And now, I’m supposed to find the redeeming side of him. I took this job to find something deeper within him. The good guy inside.

Yeah . . . This is going to be impossible.

TITLE: Oliver’s Forbidden Mate

AUTHOR: Blake R. Wolfe

SERIES: Ombra Pack Chronicles #3

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 201

RELEASE DATE: 10/30/2023

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Oliver

I make it a point not to date clients or humans. But my newest client, Charlie, has turned my entire world upside down. He’s sweet and beautiful, everything I’ve ever wanted in a man. However, being with him puts everything at risk. Any other time I’d just cut ties and move on. But I can’t. He’s my mate.

Now, I just have to tell him the truth.

Charlie

Freshly divorced and starting a life in a small town, the last thing I wanted to gum it up with was another man. But those silver eyes, his strong arms, and the soothing tone of his voice have me melting every time I see him. When my nightmares act up, he tells me to call him, no matter the time, and he talks to me until I fall asleep once more. I just can’t resist him. But when I learn he’s a werewolf, I can’t help questioning everything.

Still, I don’t think I can let him go.

TITLE: A Beginner’s Guide to Revenge, Chaos, and Other Absurd Escapades

AUTHOR: Shannon Mae

SERIES: Demonic Disasters and Afterlife Adventures #3

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 246

RELEASE DATE: 10/30/2023

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Arioch:

Arioch loves his job; creating chaos and encouraging revenge is fun, and if he pranks a few demons, angels, and humans along the way, all the better. When an archangel shows up with a message from god, Arioch knows he ought to take it seriously, but what’s the fun in that? Michael, the human he’s supposed to help, takes everything seriously enough for both of them, and Arioch is determined to teach the guy how to have a little fun with life. If he starts to fall for the human along the way, well, another human-demon pairing can only cause more chaos, which is definitely Ari’s specialty. Now he just has to convince Michael that although the two of them are polar opposites, they actually work perfectly together.

Michael:

Michael has been the dependable, practical older brother his entire life; he took the weight of the world on his shoulders when he was too young to realize how heavy the burden would be. If he can guarantee happiness for his siblings, that will be enough for him, even if all he can see in his own future is loneliness. However, when Michael realizes that someone from the afterlife lied to him and attempted to cause his family harm, he is determined to do something about it. With the help of a certain demon, maybe he can figure out who targeted his family and get a little revenge. He’ll just have to refrain from killing the demon that is messing up his perfectly ordered existence. When the cheerful prankster actually starts looking attractive to Michael, maybe he’ll finally step out of his comfort zone and find out how fun chaos can actually be.

TITLE: Secrets on the Shore

AUTHOR: Declan Rhodes

SERIES: The Island #4

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 220

RELEASE DATE: 10/30/2023

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Looking for a new story, best friends Connor and Seth, investigative journalists with concealed identities, are drawn to Garfield Island’s hot new couples retreat “Love’s Lighthouse.” Posing as a committed couple, they aim to unravel the secrets of the retreat program. But, as the island’s rocky shores and moonlit dances weave their magic, the line between pretense and reality begins to blur.

As they work their way through a program designed to rekindle romance, their bond intensifies, igniting emotions long buried and challenging the walls they’ve built around their hearts. As their time undercover dwindles, they face an inevitable crossroads. The magnetic pull of genuine feelings threatens their professional detachment.

Thrown together by circumstance and bound by a story only they can tell, they’re faced with a choice on the shores of Garfield Island. Dive into the depths of their newfound connection, or retreat to the safety of the roles they’ve always known.qqq

TITLE: An Alpha for Harper

AUTHOR: Allie W. Scott

SERIES: Shelter Falls #3

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 79

RELEASE DATE: 10/30/2023

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An Omega with a heart of gold meets the overworked Alpha who needs someone to show him there’s more to life than office hours.

Harper Quinn dedicates his life to helping other Omegas heal after traumatic experiences. Since graduating, he’s been searching for the perfect job. He takes a position at the Omega Rescue Center in Shelter Falls with the hope he can finally find a place that feels like home.

Treyton Hawk spends every waking moment on his business. As the only veterinarian in a rural area, he’s on the go quite a bit. When all his friends start to settle down with mates, he realizes maybe his work is getting in the way of him finding forever. He decides it’s time to change it up — starting with less work hours.

When a herd of runaway cows brings Harper and Treyton together, they realize fate has a sense of humor. With both of them being workaholics, time is a commodity they can’t seem to get enough of. The two must find a balance while also navigating Trey’s friends and Harper’s family.q

TITLE: Next Season

AUTHOR: Lane Hayes

SERIES: The Elmwood Stories #2

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 216

RELEASE DATE: 10/30/2023

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The injured hockey player and the grumpy chef…

Riley

My time playing pro hockey will be up soon. I can feel it. And I’ve heard the rumors: he’s too old, he’s had too many injuries, he’s lost his edge. I don’t want to admit it, but they could be right. Next season might be my last.

Or this season. Because of course, this is when the universe decides I need another concussion. It’s a doozy too—the kind that’s going to keep me off skates for a while.

Which is how I end up in a small New England town in the middle of nowhere Vermont, eating every meal at a diner where a grumpy chef from Quebec makes haute cuisine…and burgers. Jean-Claude is funny and charming and—

Okay, I have a crush on a gay man.

This is a new one.

Jean-Claude

Confused straight men are entertaining. But Riley is…fascinating, sexy, and curiously vulnerable. His injury has rocked his confidence a bit, so perhaps he’s in need of a friend. Any friend. Even moi.

I’m an unlikely choice, but maybe he just likes my tuna salad.

No…I think it’s me.

And though I’m happy to help him explore his bisexual curious side, I have career concerns of my own. See, the things I love most about Elmwood seem shaky and uncertain, but not Riley. He’s solid and genuine. Suddenly, this temporary secret liaison feels more real than anything in my life.

I need more than this season. I want it all. With Riley.

TITLE: Legend

AUTHOR: Karina Halle

SERIES: Gothic Shade of Romance #2

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 396

RELEASE DATE: 10/30/2023

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Katrina Van Tassel, Ichabod Crane, and Brom Bones have unraveled the bone-chilling mystery of Sleepy Hollow’s Headless Horseman.

But their journey is far from its end. As they share the enigmatic halls of Sleepy Hollow Institute, their lives become increasingly entangled, both emotionally and intimately. Amidst their exploration of dark desires, Kat grapples with the affections of two possessive men who hunger for not only her, but for each other.

As their passions deepen, unsettling secrets within the school’s ancient coven come to light, threatening to unravel the very fabric of their existence. Each character faces a profound test, with one harboring a hidden past that could shatter their newfound unity.

In a suspenseful tale of desire, obsession, and the lurking shadows of Sleepy Hollow, these three souls will be pushed to the brink, facing the chilling consequences of their deepest secrets and darkest cravings.

Watch your head.

 

TITLE: The Face Man

AUTHOR: Amy Lane

SERIES: Long Con Adventures

PUBLISHER: Dreamspinner Press

LENGTH: 413

RELEASE DATE: 10/31/2023

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Torrance Grayson has forged a solid independent journalism career with help from his friend and mentor, Felix Salinger, and he’s relished being the face of the Salinger crew, exposing the corruption of the powerful while keeping his friends safe in their anonymity. But being face to face with the worst in the world takes its toll, and when Tor has a moment of weakness, it’s the Salingers who come to bail him out.

During his recovery, Tor makes friends with the household’s confident, charismatic young chef, Marco. Their quiet conversations make Marco more and more reluctant to confront Tor on the grave mistake the man is about to make in his current exposé—a mistake that can harm Marco’s loud, boisterous family irrecoverably.

Tor is more than willing to listen—and to correct any mistakes. He’s seen graphic proof that he’s not infallible, and he’ll go to any lengths to avert tragedy. But as Tor works toward the truth of what’s happening with Marco’s family, Marco begins to develop deep suspicions about the people they both work for. Torrance Grayson is in deep with the Salingers, and Marco isn’t sure he should know any more than necessary about people who seem to be great bosses but shady citizens.

In order to help Marco, Tor needs to trust him—and that means to trust him with the truth of the Salinger Crew, as well as with his heart. But in a world of capers and crimefighting, trust, it appears, is worth more than gold and jewels. Tor can expose crime and injustice with impunity, but can he expose his heart to Marco, a man who desperately wants in?

TITLE: The Blood Demon’s Pet

AUTHOR: KD Ellis

SERIES: Demon Daddy #1

PUBLISHER: Pride Publishing

LENGTH: 220

RELEASE DATE: 10/31/2023

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Leviathan only wanted a new feeder. He ends up with something so much better.

Eryn is broken.

A werewolf who can’ t control his shift, Eryn is a liability to his pack. It wouldn’ t be so bad if his wolf would at least submit to the pack Alpha, but the beast inside him is feral. Eryn knows he won’ t be allowed to stay forever, but he has nowhere else to go. None of the other packs want him, either.

When his wolf goes too far one full moon, he’ s left with no choice but to flee. After putting his trust in someone he shouldn’ t, he ends up at a Flesh Market. Trapped in a contract he has no hopes of surviving, the last thing Eryn expects is to fall for his new master, a Blood Demon named Leviathan.

Leviathan is lonely.

One of the only Blood Demons allowed to remain on earth after the Collapse, Leviathan spends most of his free time with his nose in a history book. He can’ t remember the last time he went on a good rampage. He has a few trusted servants, and who needs more than that?

Unfortunately for him, he still needs to eat. His trip to the Flesh Market is supposed to be uneventful. Instead, it leads him to Eryn, a broken werewolf who manages to slip past all his defenses.

Can Leviathan move beyond old hurts to become the Master that Eryn needs, or will the young werewolf’ s fears come true?

TITLE: Catching the Dragon’s Heart

AUTHOR: Minerva Howe

SERIES: Heartstone Rescue #2

PUBLISHER: Turtlehat Creatives

LENGTH: 235

RELEASE DATE: 10/31/2023

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Eyv never expected his dragon betrothed to throw him over for his brother. Or for his family to agree to it, and to try to hurt him. But just when he believes his life is over, an alpha dragon swoops out of the sky to save him. Too bad his heartstone is already smashed, which is a usually death sentence.

Durango is all about rescuing other dragons, and he and his team get to Eyv just in time. And when he touches Eyv, he knows he’s in trouble. He wants Eyv as his mate, but that means they have to find Eyv a new stone. And even if they do that, can they find a way to be together if Durango is still out rescuing other dragons? These two must find both common ground and a solution to Eyv’s stone problem, and fast.

TITLE: Blue Skies

AUTHOR: Nic Starr

SERIES: Collier’s Creek

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 167

RELEASE DATE: 10/31/2023

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Coming to Collier’s Creek is the best decision they’ll ever make.

When Kit arrives in the small town of Collier’s Creek, he’s searching for a change of scenery and the solitude to help him overcome his writer’s block. All he wants is to be left alone to finish his novel.

Felix was born in Collier’s Creek, with no plans to return. But after a nasty breakup and losing his job, he grabs the opportunity to help a friend by managing his coffee shop. He’s not going to let life get him down.

Felix is drawn to the mysterious older man who says he wants nothing from him than conversation. But the sizzling looks hint at a lot more. Now he needs to convince Kit to ignore the town gossip about their age gap and theories about Kit’s past, and to give them a chance. If Felix has his way, they’ll find the happy ending they’ve both been searching for.

TITLE: The Men of Eden Cove Manor

AUTHOR: Naomi Valkyrie

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 89

RELEASE DATE: 10/31/2023

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The men of Eden Cove Manor have a secret, and it’s about to be discovered.

LUCIFER

My mother’s final wish was for me to embrace life and live it to the fullest. I intend to do just that. Despite the town gossip touting the dangers, and my best friend’s admonishments, I set my sights on uncovering the mystery surrounding the men of Eden Cove Manor.

After a confrontation with Mordecai – one of the hot, mysterious Manor men – he’s determined to teach me a lesson. But I’m determined not to let him win the game he’s playing.

Mordecai is running out of time.

I’m running out of fight.

I set out to find answers and got more than I bargained for.

Am I about to become the next secret of Eden Cove Manor?

MORDECAI

Lucifer is a nosy, impulsive, reckless brat. And I’m loathed to admit that I’m drawn to his chaotic energy.

At first, my only intention is to torment him for violating our privacy, but then I discover he may be the answer we’ve been searching for.

Can I convince him he’s the missing piece to our centuries old puzzle before it’s too late?

TITLE: As the Light Goes Out

AUTHOR: Olive J. Kelley

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 88

RELEASE DATE: 10/31/2023

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When Boston born and bred Simon Abbott buys an obsolete lighthouse on the coast of Maine, he envisions turning it into a short-term rental with nothing but a HGTV understanding of renovation and heaps of gay audacity. The current caretaker of the lighthouse, Bruce Cadogan, sees right through Simon’s confidence and, in a last ditch attempt to save his quaint New England hometown’s charm, asks for three days to convince Simon not to go through with his plan, or he’ll help him with the renovations himself.

What follows is nothing either man expected- A violent ocean storm brings them together for a night, which turns into a day, and another day; by the time Simon’s three days are up, he’s saddled with feelings for the other man, and Bruce can’t help but wish Simon would stay. With the lighthouse standing between them, the two men have to choose between nurturing the new spark into a flame, or their original agreement, returning to the lives they led before.

TITLE: The Raven God’s Dream

AUTHOR: EE Silver

SERIES: Valleywood Series #24

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 150

RELEASE DATE: 10/31/2023

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This is one future that can’t be left up to chance.

As God of the Future, Rowen Norn can see almost any thread of Fate, except for his own. And while all he wants is to find a soulmate of his own, he’s been forced to watch his brothers find their own happily ever afters instead. He keeps telling himself that he can wait, that Fate will bring him his love when it’s time. All he has to do is keep waiting.

Then he meets alpha Emilio Kyle, actor and single dad. Emilio and his little girl worm their way into Rowen’s life and heart, and before long, Rowen finds himself wondering if it isn’t time to take control of his own destiny and make a family on his own terms.

But while Rowen has been keeping his gaze fixed firmly on the future, the past has been gathering strength. While Rowen my be a god, there are still limits to his power, even things completely outside of his control. Danger borne of anger and jealousy looms large behind them, threatening to destroy everything between Rowen and Emilio before they even begin.

TITLE: His Sinful Need

AUTHOR: Leighton Greene

SERIES: West Coast Mobsters #4

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 458

RELEASE DATE: 10/31/2023

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Two men. Two Families. Too many secrets.

When Castellani security specialist Max Pedretti is reluctantly loaned out to the Esposito Family, he’s thrust into close quarters with their youngest Capo, Bricker Soldano. The magnetic pull between them is undeniable, but Bricker is strictly off-limits, for multiple reasons.

For one thing, he’s an Esposito.

For another, he’s half Max’s age.

But most of all, because Max shares a hidden criminal history with Bricker’s father—a secret that could shatter the tentative trust building between them.

So Max vows to focus on the job instead, and finds his old skills as a bank robber are put to the test as he works with Bricker and his crew on a heist that could change the power dynamics in Los Angeles.

But when a tragedy reveals a mole in their midst, Max and Bricker must investigate together to uncover the truth, blurring the lines of loyalty and desire.

Can Max and Bricker uncover the traitor and find their way to love, or will past sins cost them everything?

 

TITLE: Forever Together

AUTHOR: Shelby Rhodes

SERIES: The Undead Detective Agency #4

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 330

RELEASE DATE: 10/31/2023

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Octavius Evander here. I suppose you have come to see how it all ends. Well, ‘ends’, as in, we’ve reached the end of this part of my story. It wouldn’t be proper of me to move on until we finish it all off, right?

As this is the last book in this series, I feel it is my duty, to end things with a bang! A glittery bang. By bang, I mean, a giant, super cool, Halloween party. And what a party it was… Costumes, decorations, family, frenemies, scares, Turney screaming and clinging on to me—fun times! Not so fun was the interruption to said party. It really was unfair to me. I was on vacation from real murder and mayhem—case related mayhem only—yet somehow, someone had the audacity to be murdered. Inconsiderate people all around!

But you didn’t all come here just for the Halloween party. I know that. There is a certain someone you are waiting to hear about, I’m sure. A certain horrible, maggot of a person. Well…you won’t be disappointed. That issue will be solved, once and for all. The question you may be asking yourselves now is, how will it be solved? All I’m willing to say is, it happened in an unusual and extremely unprepared way. While, you shouldn’t worry too much, as my story, my precious Turney’s story, has a happy ending…it may be good to keep in mind that happiness sometimes shines brightest right after despair.

TITLE: Call of the Sea

AUTHOR: Chani Lynn Feener

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 569

RELEASE DATE: 10/31/2023

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The Devils of Vitality always catch their prey.

Bay Delmar is pretty done with life.

There’s a reason even his friends refer to him as the Undead or Robot. It’s been years since Bay’s been able to feel anything other than emptiness when he isn’t straddling a hoverbike and risking his neck in one of Vitality’s infamous street races. By day, he’s Professor Delmar, the reputable—yet stony—youngest staff member at the prestigious Vail University. But by night, he’s either racing or sneaking off to the Seaside Cinema where he partakes in other…questionable pastimes. The fact that he suffers from emotional detachment, likes fast bikes and violent porn, aren’t even his biggest secret. No, the one thing Bay can never risk the world finding out is that he has an obsession. With a student.

Sila Varun is an apex predator.

Being a genius and all-around perfect specimen sort of ensured from the get-go he would be. He’s lived his life at the top of the food chain, and the best way to get prey to let down their guard? Give them a false sense of security. The mask he wears on a daily basis provides him and his brother with a layer of protection, but boredom is always there, scratching at the back of his psyche. Until he discovers Bay Delmar lurking in the shadows—both literally and figuratively. What was meant to be a quickly handled task soon turns into a fixation. Sila’s never grown attached to anything before, and he has no intention of doing so now, so what harm could playing a long game bring?

Bay is shocked, and admittedly a little thrilled when the person he’s been secretly yearning for suddenly shows an interest in him, only it’s clear from the start that Sila isn’t the kindhearted boy next door type he’s led the planet to believe. His psychopathic nature is revealed the very first night the two of them share together, and the worst possible thing that could happen does. Bay realizes that only makes him like the younger man more. Since his emotions went dormant, he needs constant stimulation—of both the pain and pleasure sort—in order to feel anything, and Sila’s vicious nature easily calls to the soul Bay thought was gone forever. This psychopath may be the only thing that can breathe life back into him. But how can he convince Sila he’s worth more alive to him than dead?

Sila’s always in control, always in charge. He plays everyone like pieces in a game of chess. So why does he feel like he’s stumbled onto someone else’s board? And why is he suddenly wondering if the Devil kills the King after all, or if perhaps he lays claim to him instead?

TITLE: Bone to Pick

AUTHOR: May Archer

SERIES: Sunday Brothers #5

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 147

RELEASE DATE: 10/31/2023

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Never fall for your professor…

Especially when that professor is Theo Hancock, the man who failed you in your final semester, causing you to have to repeat a class in your millionth year of college when you’re already twenty-freaking-six years old…

Especially when the professor is the most stunning, eye-popping piece of perfection who ever walked on campus. So brilliant, his voice alone changed the course of your life. So gorgeous, students affectionately call him Dr. Hotco— Well, you get the idea.

And especially don’t fall for him so hard you show up at his house after midnight fueled with tequila and armed with a sense of justice, a frantic-mad sonnet, and a bone to pick with your professor.

Because you might just end up snowed in with him, his tiny cabin might just have one bed, and fate might have a new future in store for both of you.

TITLE: Once Upon a  Christmas House

AUTHOR: A.D. Ellis

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 284

RELEASE DATE: 11/1/2023

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Ivyrson is the quintessential Scrooge when it comes to anything having to do with the holidays. However, the chance to win a hefty chunk of money and free repairs on his old home is enough to entice the man to take part in a holiday-themed reality game.

Emory has had a crush on his older brother’s best friend for years. When the chance to help Ivy possibly win a reality game comes along, Emory doesn’t hesitate. After all, that’s what friends are for.

The two men have known each other forever, but living together and pretending to be a couple means getting to know each other on a whole new level. Can they convince the viewing audience their fake relationship deserves to win the grand prize? Or will Ivy and Emory get swept up in the holiday magic and find themselves falling in love for real?

TITLE: You Started It

AUTHOR: Hinsel Meyer

SERIES: Fan Service Series #3

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 314

RELEASE DATE: 11/1/2023

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Mike

I have all I’ve ever dreamed of except for one thing. I have my dream job playing football in the NFL, a big dog who loves me almost as much as I love him, great friends, and a loving family. Now if I could only find the prefect partner for me. Someone who wants to cuddle with a six foot nine chubby guy, loves dogs and food as much as I do. If the last four years since I graduated college have taught me anything, it’s that I’m asking too much.

Right now, though, all I’m focused on is finishing the regular season with enough wins to get to the Playoffs and getting the perfect birthday cake for my friend’s daughter’s birthday. I need the pastry chef of my favorite bakery to do a special order for me and I’m pulling out all the stops to convince them.

Theo

There are a lot of things Mike McKinnley doesn’t know. Like my full name, the fact that we live in the same city, or that I’m the pastry chef he’s texting, asking for a special order when I almost never do those. He doesn’t know that he made me believe there was still good in the world after spending years losing hope little by little. He absolutely doesn’t know that in my mind he’s the standard to which I compare all men. He doesn’t know I’m terrified of him shattering that standard if we ever speak again, because it’s only thanks to that fantasy that I still believe there are good men out there.

How can I keep avoiding him when he’s constantly texting me and being all cute and shit?

Turns out I can’t.

Turns out I never stood a chance because Mike McKinnley is irresistible, Mike McKinnley is the perfect man, Mike McKinnley is definitely too good for me.

What will happen when he eventually finds out who I am?

TITLE: First Man On Ice

AUTHOR: Cecelia Storm

SERIES: Twin City U #1

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 337

RELEASE DATE: 11/1/2023

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The world has given me everything… but now I have to fight on the ice for the love of my life.

Tobias

I’m the most beloved guy on campus.

Except for one snarky sports podcast host named Owen who’s had it in for me since day one.

Why do I want him to like me so much?

And why do I get so lost in his ice-blue eyes?

He’s a guy.

It doesn’t make sense.

Owen

Everyone loves Tobias Harvey.

I don’t even think he’s that great of a hockey player.

I uncover some secrets about his prestigious family that could knock him down a peg and launch my sports journalism career at the same time.

But what’s this warmth in my chest every time I see him?

Please tell me I’m not falling for a straight jock…

TITLE: Wolves Always Bite

AUTHOR: Lori Ames

SERIES: Willow Lake Supernaturals #2

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 324

RELEASE DATE: 11/1/2023

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What’s a simple human to do when he discovers supernatural beings are real?

Ask a lot of questions, take a lot of notes, and try to seduce a werewolf, of course.

Jeremy has always wanted to befriend mythical creatures, play with forbidden magic, and meet his fated mate. Okay, okay. He knows the difference between fiction and real life; he is an author after all… Or he would be if he ever got to “The End” on one of his stories. So he realizes his desire to live inside a fantasy romance novel is a touch unrealistic, but where is the joy in living a life that is boring and predictable and overwhelmingly blah?

At least that’s what he thinks until a hot AF werewolf saves him from his freaky boss and turns his whole life upside down. And his boss? She isn’t the weird old lady he thought she was, but how could he have guessed she is a grumpy goblin with a reputation for selling black-market magical artifacts? Now Jeremy is determined to know everything about the supernatural world, and Adrian, his swoon-worthy werewolf hero, is willing to answer all his questions, even when they make the big guy blush.

But when his former goblin boss kidnaps his cat to convince Jeremy to return the items she thinks he stole, things get serious fast. Now in between plotting his next MM romance and seducing the beautiful werewolf (and not just for research purposes), he needs to stage a cat rescue. Life is definitely not boring now.

TITLE: The Thief

AUTHOR: Kelly Fox

SERIES: Lost Boys

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 79

RELEASE DATE: 11/1/2023

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@theseguinbean: Joel Hays is a dirty rotten tweet thief.

Tristan: Graduation is coming up, I still haven’t squared away an internship, and now this. Joel Hays has been stealing my one-liners and spinning them into posts for the Watering Hole, the bar he owns with his best friend.

This thievery will not stand.

Just because he’s hot as fire doesn’t mean I’m gonna let him get away with it. I’ve half a mind to make my way next door and give that tattooed, bearded charmer a piece of my mind.

—

@thewateringhole: I plead the fifth.

Joel: Tristan works next door at the Seguin Bean, and man, do I have it bad for that adorable barista. Hoping to catch his eye, I’ve been stealing his sassy little quips for a month now, but he’s been too busy to notice.

Sure, there are more mature ways to get a hold of a beautiful man’s attention, but this was way more fun.

Oh, look. Here he comes now.

TITLE: Betting Brett

AUTHOR: Joy Danvers

SERIES: Shafter Falls #3

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 257

RELEASE DATE: 11/1/2023

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Brett is seriously clueless. He’s a great friend and a great father to his little girl, but how could he not realize after all this time that I’m gay? And I’m in love with him? I know I’ve never said anything, but I feel like I’m pretty obvious.

Now I messed up and made a tipsy bet with him about a blow job that I really don’t want to take back. I’m not sure if it was a mistake though. It might be just the nudge our friendship needed.

There’s only one problem. Considering how homophobic his family is, what will happen if they find out that our relationship has changed?

TITLE: Dasher

AUTHORS: Lorelei M. Hart & Colbie Dunbar

SERIES: Mated at the North Pole

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 162

RELEASE DATE: 11/1/2023

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Christmas isn’t the only thing coming this holiday season…

Dasher comes from a long line of reindeer used to pull Santa sleighs. It’s an honor to lead the team each Christmas Eve, bringing joy around the world, and there’s nothing more fulfilling than teaching young shifters. But balancing both positions is exhausting, and he’s informed he must take a mandatory vacation.

When Dasher’s friend finds him an all-inclusive resort for a great price, he signs up. What could be better than sitting on the beach, drinking margaritas, and getting some sun? On the day he’s scheduled to leave, he looks at his reservation more carefully and discovers a mix-up. He’s not going to the sun-filled beach, he’s off to the mountains. Oh well, a vacation is a vacation.

Omega Byron is working at his uncle’s dilapidated mountainside resort for yet another Christmas. After the start-up he was working for went belly up, he has no choice. And besides, his uncle could use the help. Business isn’t what it used to be, and the resort is barely making ends meet.

When a hottie checks in, Byron plans to keep it professional. That is, until a hiking accident changes everything.

TITLE: Burner Account

AUTHOR: L.A. Witt

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 328

RELEASE DATE: 11/1/2023

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Isaiah Cole escapes his everyday life as a schoolteacher by debating—and trash talking—online under a fake name. For the past four years, his internet persona has been getting closer and closer to another user. They’re friends, and there’s even a little flirtation now and then… but the guy doesn’t know Isaiah’s real name, and they’ve never seen each other’s faces.

Until now.

Of all the men who could be behind his friend’s avatar, Isaiah is stunned to learn he’s been chatting with Tanner Jeffries, a jaw-droppingly gorgeous forward from his favorite hockey team.

As soon as they’re face-to-face, the chemistry is off the charts. They’re as inseparable in person as they are online, and their only regret is not doing this sooner.

But eventually, the novelty is going to wear off. And when it does…

How much can a broke, overweight average Joe actually offer a hot, rich, younger athlete?

TITLE: Yours Celestially

AUTHOR: Al Hess

PUBLISHER: Kraken Collective

LENGTH: 280

RELEASE DATE: 11/2/2023

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A biblically accurate angel. A guy trying to move on with his (second) life. And the love-sickness still tethering them together.

After divorce, death, and having his reformatted soul uploaded into a new body, Sasha expected resurrection to be a fresh start. His time spent in digital Limbo with the program’s cheeky AI guardian angel, Metatron, was cathartic, but what good is a second life when he only sees his daughter on the weekends, he has all the same problems he had before he died, and he can’t seem to shake the ache for the married life he lost?

If that weren’t frustrating enough, a glitch in the program has given Sasha the ability to sense Metatron even outside of Limbo. And Metatron is in love. The angel’s sickly-sweet yearning for one of the souls still in Limbo has turned Sasha’s stomach into caramelized lead. It’s hard enough to move on without someone else’s feelings making the emptiness in his own life even more acute. He didn’t have playing wingman to an actual winged being on his bingo card, but he’s determined to help Metatron make a move on their crush so he can get love off of his mind.

Sasha takes a job with the resurrection company in order to covertly contact Metatron. Except Sasha’s new coworker, Mr. C, keeps showing up at the worst moments. The man is annoying, he’s pushy… and he’s incredibly hot. Sasha can’t decide whether Mr. C wants to blackmail him or be his new BFF, but he seems to know things about Metatron and the resurrection program that Sasha doesn’t. Getting close to him might be the key to solving Sasha’s problem, but if he isn’t careful, he’s going to end up catching feelings of his own.

TITLE: Coming Out at Crofton Hall

AUTHOR: Rebecca Cohen

SERIES: Modern Crofton #6

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 346

RELEASE DATE: 11/2/2023

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After years of hiding who he is, Hollywood A-lister Dorian Marsten has come out. The chaos and unplanned events that follow lead him to Crofton Hall to stay with his friend, Ben Redbourn, Earl of Crofton.

A near tragic incident leaves Dorian needing a boyfriend, and Alex Reynolds, Ben’s new secretary, agrees to play the part. Alex will not put up with any prima donna actions from Dorian, and Dorian may have finally met his match.

Meanwhile, there is a new baby at Crofton Hall. The arrival of the Viscount of Crofton has left his parents, Ben and Ashley, run ragged and life will never be the same again.

TITLE: Remastered

AUTHOR: Eve Holmes

SERIES: Songs of Freedom #3

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 352

RELEASE DATE: 11/2/2023

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Enough is enough.

Done with feeling trapped and helpless, Harley and Ezra are ready to fight for what belongs to them and escape the monster who caged them.

In the public eye, their success and fame continues to rise. Behind closed doors, their path is filled with uncertainty, fear and tough decisions.

But they refuse to take it anymore. No more hiding. And no longer will they be controlled. Their fires have been lit as they fight for their love, to heal, and find freedom once and for all.

Send Help is no longer willing to roll with the punches.

It’s time to land some of their own…

And burn real hot…

This is their story, and no one will take it from them.

TITLE: His Christmas Love Song

AUTHOR: Elle Waters

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 166

RELEASE DATE: 11/2/2023

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There’s no white Christmas at this Vermont inn—just two pining country music stars trying to write themselves a happily ever after.

Country music star Ryan Winslow hates corny Christmas songs, so he’s not sure how he let Jesse Arlyn, his on-stage partner and off-stage best friend, talk him into writing a Christmas album. Oh right, it’s because he’s desperately in love with Jesse, the man who saved his life when they were in the Peace Corps together. He’ll do anything Jesse asks, but unfortunately Jesse will never ask Ryan for the one thing he wants most to give—his heart.

When the unexpected appearance of an old Peace Corps buddy throws their friendship off balance, Ryan decides to finally come clean about his feelings. What better way than writing a corny Christmas song to the man he loves? If he can write the perfect holiday love song, maybe Jesse will finally be able to see Ryan as more than a friend, and they can create a brand new harmony together.

TITLE: Falsifier

AUTHOR: Charlotte Brice

SERIES: To Dance with Danger #2

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 270

RELEASE DATE: 11/2/2023

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When a member of the Family is broken, we’re all broken. No one hurts one of our own and gets to die quietly.

Worried I’m neglecting my one true love to find the truth, it comes as quite a surprise to discover he is the truth. His twin sister hasn’t just cut deep, she’s gouged out my heart, and nothing can fix the wound.

But she has hurt more than just Porter, and the family will never be the same. It isn’t just me coming for revenge, and we are risking a war. He is mine, and is worth any threat of war, but they say blood is thicker than water, and Porter has a choice ahead that I can’t make for him.

TITLE: Fated Mates and Where to Find Them

AUTHOR: AJ Sherwood

SERIES: Fated Mates

PUBLISHER: Self Published

RELEASE DATE: 11/2/2023

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ander is in an auction house for the sole purpose of getting someone to sign a contract. He doesn’t have any interest in owning a blood slave—until he lays eyes on Max. That, he must have.

Max is there for reasons of his own, mostly desperate reasons, and he’s braced himself for a year of hell. Which doesn’t seem to be forthcoming.

Someone needs to explain to this vampire that he’s supposed to use Max, not spoil him. Zander doesn’t seem to get it.

TITLE: Seltzer’s Taylor

AUTHOR: TL Travis

SERIES: The Road To Rocktoberfest 2023

PUBLISHER: Sapphire Publishing

LENGTH: 233

RELEASE DATE: 11/3/2023

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Lynden Alan Ackerman the third, aka, Seltzer – don’t ask how he got the nickname, his younger sister is still traumatized over the whole incident. Seltzer, the lead guitarist for the band Embrace the Fear was caught in a compromising position with the younger brother of the not so happy drummer from the mega band, Social Sinners, Diamond.

“Don’t poke the bear,” Stoli, lead guitarist for Social Sinners and Seltzer’s mentor warns while moving Seltzer out of Diamond’s reach. But being the jokester was Seltzer’s MO, though Diamond’s growls and clenched fists should’ve been a sign to back off.

Jeremiah Taylor grips his brother’s bicep while he and Diamond’s husband Easton do their best to calm the beast. Was the hook up with Seltzer worth it? Yes, and no.

Though this wasn’t their first time…

TITLE: Lube Job

AUTHOR: K.M Neuhold

SERIES: Big Bull Mechanics #5

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 278

RELEASE DATE: 11/3/2023

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The only thing bigger than Riggs’ attitude is his tool… And only one of those problems can be solved with more lube…

There’s no tragic backstory or closet stuffed full of skeletons from relationships’ past. I’ve just never been very good at the “very special episode” sh*t. If you’re looking for a shoulder to cry on, may I suggest a therapist?

Casual fun with my emotionally stunted, overgrown frat boy roommate slash co-worker should be perfect, right? Shep seems to be just as allergic to commitment as I am to emotions, but that doesn’t mean we don’t need our stroker rods serviced, if you catch my drift.

Now if he’ll just stop looking at me with those dopey puppy dog eyes while I’m elbow deep in a diesel engine, and making my stomach flip with that smile of his, that would be great…

TITLE: You Can Count On Me

AUTHOR: Fae Quin

SERIES: Christmas Daddies #2

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 405

RELEASE DATE: 11/3/2023

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They say you should love thy neighbor, but I don’t think they meant it the way I want to love mine.

Miles “Rooster” Johnson: As a young single-dad with a teaching job, I haven’t had much opportunity to date. My son is my entire world, and though I would love to have a partner and someone to count on, the passing years have shown that it’s just not in the cards for me. So when the gorgeous lumberjack of a man—the same man that I’ve had a massive crush on since the moment we became neighbors—suddenly asks me out on a date, I’m completely blindsided. Trent could have anyone he wants. He’s charming, flirtatious, and outgoing—the exact opposite of my awkward, anxious self. I don’t know what he sees in me. All I know for sure is that I absolutely need to make this date go well.

Trent Montgomery: I know I have a playboy reputation in our small town, but there’s nothing wrong with playing the field. It’s worked for me so far, even if I have felt some discontent lately. My mama thinks I need to settle down and find someone nice. But she doesn’t understand that I’m just not ready. No matter how beautiful and tempting my neighbor Rooster is or how eager I am to get the silent mountain of a man to open up—no matter how adorable his little boy is, even when he’s threatening me at bat-point to take his daddy out on a date—I know I can’t be everything that they need. I agreed to ask Rooster out, but I think maybe I made a big mistake. All I know for sure is that I absolutely need to sabotage this date.

TITLE: A Lot of Snow For Christmas

AUTHOR: BL Maxwell

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 62

RELEASE DATE: 11/3/2023

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Jack Mathews wanted to get away from the city and enjoy some time on the slopes. He’d rented a nice cabin in the mountains and was more than ready to spend some time alone before the holidays.

Being from a large family, Ronnie Diaz decided this was a good year for him to spend a white Christmas with his dog, Chewie. He’s looking forward to some peace and quiet, but no amount of planning would have helped when the weather took a turn for the worse.

TITLE: Phoenix Spy

AUTHOR: TJ Nichols

SERIES: Brothers of Fire #1

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 276

RELEASE DATE: 11/3/2023

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Many deaths ago, phoenix shifter Dalmon Vecker created the Coven to protect paranormals during the witch hunts. Once again, he is running it instead of being king, or heir, or any of the other roles he’s played to safeguard the secrets he and his brothers keep. Now the Coven, and the paranormal community, are under threat as some witches want to reveal the truth to humans to enable them to seize control.

For Lucian Marwood, getting arrested by the Coven means that he’s safe. For the first time in five years, he can breathe without worrying that the man who’d promised him the world only to take it from him bit by bit will never know the depths of his hate. He doesn’t need the Coven to explain the extent of the damage he did. He knows, and he will tell them everything to make amends.

It’s a pity the head spy thinks he’s a liar.

Dalmon may not remember the details of his previous lives, but seeing Lucian stirs something in his soul as if they have crossed paths before. But who he was and what happened isn’t something he has the luxury of investigating if he is going to stop the Shadow Board.

TITLE: Doctor’s Secret Mate

AUTHOR: Hope Bennett

SERIES: Dragon’s Mate #9

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 321

RELEASE DATE: 11/3/2023

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Two noble dragons. Their secret love.

Glenwise can’t afford to lose control. Kissing Rhod was a mistake. Until his dragon tasted him, they could have ignored the bond they shared. Now, though, his dragon knows. They’re fated mates. And his dragon is impatient to claim what’s his. Easier said than done when the clan is falling apart around them, their elder is unpredictable and there’s nowhere else they can safely go.

Rhod only knows life in his clan. He does his duty, obeys Lord Somerville and pines for Glenwise, the clan’s doctor. When everything changes, Rhod flounders. He can’t save the disowned dragons of his clan, he can’t fight the vicious Conley and he can’t have his mate. Sooner or later, something will have to give.

TITLE: Dancer

AUTHOR: Jena Wade

SERIES: Mated at the North Pole

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 147

RELEASE DATE: 11/3/2023

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Alpha reindeer shifter, Dancer, long time member of one of the best Santa sleigh teams, is in need of a vacation–not according to him, but what Santa says goes.

He books a relaxing fall color tour throughout gorgeous Michigan hoping to relax and rejuvenate, even if he doesn’t really feel that he needs to.

Too bad fate has other plans.

Omega reindeer shifter, Milton, long time member of I-hate-Christmas Club, has spent his whole life avoiding members of Santa’s sleigh teams. It was easy, until he booked a vacation and somehow landed in the same cabin as Christmas personified.

Milton doesn’t enjoy the holiday season, and he doesn’t enjoy the pompous, self-importance that radiates from Santa’s reindeer. Being stuck on vacation with one of them is his worst nightmare.

Unless he can open his heart to heal past hurts and Dancer can open his mind to realize the holiday season is hard on a lot of people…

TITLE: The Christmas Mac-n-Cheese Mystery

AUTHOR: M.A. Innes

SERIES: Secret Santa Daddy Season

PUBLISHER: Self Published

RELEASE DATE: 11/3/2023

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Ruslan knows that the best student organization on campus is the Mac-n-Cheese Club…and that’s not just because he’s the professor in charge of it. He’s also a little and an expert in mac-n-cheese. But as the holidays approach, he’s found another reason to love the club…his new Secret Santa.

Dante knows that the best student organization on campus is the Mac-n-Cheese Club because it’s led him to the most adorable little ever…and the most clueless. So when flirting isn’t helpful in the slightest, he knows it’s time to bring in the heavy hitter…Santa.

When a rigged game of Secret Santa helps a little open his eyes, it’ll take mac-n-cheese and a little romance to bring a stubborn cutie out of his shell.

TITLE: Raven

AUTHORS: Piper Scott & Virginia Kelly

SERIES: Forbidden Desires

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 424

RELEASE DATE: 11/3/2023

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Bertram Drake, the most mysterious Drake brother, leads a life shrouded in secrecy. Taken from his brothers at a young age and shaped into a weapon to be used by the dragon council, he has one sole purpose: obey the orders given to him, no matter what they might be.

Once a perfect jewel of the Pedigree, Sorin’s sparkle has been dulled. Taken from his cloister and sold regularly to the highest bidder, he has learned two vital truths.

The first: that dragons are monsters who will stop at nothing to get what they want.

And the second, most terrible truth of all: that egg madness is a lie—omegas are not saved from a lifetime of pain even when they are separated from their eggs.

When Sorin’s newest buyer mysteriously dies, Sorin sees it as his chance to escape from the hellish life he’s been forced to lead. The only obstacle? A handsome agent of the council who has been tasked with ending his life.

… and who has custody of his eggs.

TITLE: At Odds with the Gods

AUTHOR: E.J. Russell

SERIES: Mythmatched/Purgatory Playhouse

PUBLISHER: Reality Optional Press

LENGTH: 144

RELEASE DATE: 11/5/2023

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The road to redemption is long, rough, and steep. Bring snacks.

Finn Lassiter is a werewolf without a pack. Or a roof over his head. Or more than five bucks to his name. He’s exhausted every lifeline except the one that makes him want to howl: begging his cousin, the supreme alpha, for charity. After the way Finn behaved for their entire lives, it’s entirely possible he’ll be turned down flat or banished forever when he makes that call tomorrow. So today he’s blowing his last dollar at Nectar & Ambrosia—he needs one more smile from the bakery’s beautiful owner to weather the bleak years ahead.

Ganymede, former cup bearer to the Greek gods, is reveling in his new life as a restaurateur in Portland, Oregon. He’s finally free of the Olympians and their extremely tedious menu options. Finn, the cute customer who’s haunted the corner table in his bakery since opening day, is just icing on the cake.

When the gods stage an encore, however, attempting to weasel out of their Fates-mandated atonement labors, Gany’s new livelihood isn’t the only thing at stake—Finn’s safety and freedom are at risk, too. Of course Gany invites Finn to stay with him until the danger passes! It would be irresponsible not to. Right?

Although with all the baggage he’s carrying from his past, that idea just might be only half-baked…

TITLE: Operation Magma

AUTHOR: Annabella Stone

SERIES: Operation Volcano #1

PUBLISHER: Embers Romance

LENGTH: 172

RELEASE DATE: 11/5/2023

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Taylor *Trace* Reeves has served in various branches of the military, and in multiple human wars over his life time which spans millennia. Once the faithful hound of Fionn Mac Cumhaill, Trace continues to protect the innocent and fight the wars of man. He will continue to keep his presence a secret from humans, even the ones he calls brothers.

Over time, the return of Fionn and The Fianna has faded out of the memories of man and into their myths and legends. Yet Trace and his wolf, Bran, still wait for the sound of the Dord Fiann, the hunting horn of the Fianna, to sound three times.

When the call comes, The Fianna will arise and Trace and Bran will once more be the hound of The High King. Until then, his mission is to keep the men he guards alive, by any means necessary.

TITLE: A Brighter, Darker Art

AUTHOR: Halli Starling

SERIES: Ask Me For Fire

PUBLISHER: Self Published

LENGTH: 318

RELEASE DATE: 11/5/2023

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A chance meeting at a bar.

An instant connection.

But that connection turns from a spark into all business. For the moment.

And it’s a really bad idea to date the boss…

Raphael (Raf) Lutz, is under immense stress with the opening of his fifth art gallery in a few months. He’s mentally and physically exhausted, and given his perfectionist nature, deeply concerned that this gallery won’t stack up to the rest. His best friend, Ambrose and Ambrose’s boyfriend, Barrett, have trusted Raf with a very special set of illustrations belonging to Barrett’s deceased friend. Raf is making the illustrations a highlight of the gallery’s opening, and it has to be just right. Perfect. But he’s drowning and he needs a marketing manager yesterday.

On the other side of town, Silvan Diedrich has just been downsized from the marketing firm he helped build, and drowning his sorrows in a few drinks and maybe some company sounds about right. The man who takes the stool beside him is dangerously handsome with a clear flair for the dramatic. Company, indeed. But as he and Raf talk, Raf offers him the one thing Silvan hadn’t been expecting – an interview.

Which he passes with flying colors.

But close proximity to Raf, day after day, is far too much temptation. Raf doesn’t need any more complications. Silvan’s not been with anyone in a long time, as he’s been the primary parent for his now college-aged daughter.

So they make a deal. Hands off, for now.

Sticking to that deal proves to be rather difficult for both of them.

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