Love is a luxury that Sydney Collins, single mom extraordinaire, simply cannot afford. Between raising Max, finishing school, and trying to eke out a living at the local ice cream shop, she barely has time to clean the apartment, much less date. Carefully controlling her reality is the only way she can get by, but when her high school sweetheart Sam moves in upstairs, her world is sent for a spin. Sam's advances are more than tempting, but Sydney's walls are there for a reason. The scars of her husband's abuse run deeper than she wants to admit, but Sam's patient friendship is exactly what ...

Jack You know who I am You know what I can do! I am vast Get your mind out of the gutter I meet an Angel Gorgeous in a Wheelchair Her Ex hurt her He will pay for hurting an angel And she will see what it means to be Respected, Protected, and Connected By a Real Man!

A cozy home renovation sparks love just in time for Christmas. I never expected to spend Christmas in Holly Ridge, yet here I am in my grandmother's old house—my inheritance and unexpected fresh start. Buried under career disappointments, I'd hoped this quiet town might rekindle my writing spark. Then Eli Barton walks through the door, toolbox in hand, hired to transform my new home. Talented and reliable, he captivates me with glimpses of depth behind his professional facade, even as he carefully maintains his distance. As we select paint colors and restore woodwork, something unexpected...

Professional dog trainer Dori Brooks knows exactly how to handle difficult dogs—it's trusting humans that's the problem. After a viral video turned her last relationship into social media roadkill, she's rebuilt her life and reputation far from the internet's harsh spotlight. No cameras, no complications, and absolutely no getting involved with clients who care more about their follower count than their pet's well-being. Then comes Theo Marsden with his charming smile, kind eyes, and an eight-week-old husky puppy who's more interested in chaos than commands. As the creative force behind "...

Kelly is ready for an exciting new chapter after inheriting his grandmother's rundown Cupid Café. But when it comes to baking and brewing, he's not as skilled as he'd hoped—until he meets the tattooed and captivating Mitch Carson from across the street. Mitch offers his handy expertise to help fix up the café, and what starts as a friendly collaboration soon becomes a playful rivalry filled with cheeky heart-shaped cookies and plenty of banter. As Spring approaches, the stakes rise with the annual festival, putting their budding romance to the test. With insecurities and ...

He's grumpy but he's hot. What's not to love? THREE Romantic Comedies! Cosmopolitan Magazine calls Addison's books, "...easy, frothy fun!" Laugh out loud romantic comedies by New York Times, USA TODAY, & Wall Street Journal bestseller Addison Moore All books in the series can be read individually, so dive on in! Grumpily Evere After: Pumpkin Spice 3:AM Kisses (3:AM Kisses #1) She's my best friend's kid sister. I don't do relationships, and I won't mess with Baya. He's a player and my brother's roommate. Bryson is a no-fly zone. I should want nothing to do with him--but that kiss we shared.....

She traded the skyscrapers of New York for the small-town charm of Maple Ridge, but running her aunt’s bookstore is just the beginning. Abby thought escaping her fast-paced city life would be easy, but between a grumpy, brooding handyman (who just might be the most ruggedly handsome man she's ever met), a tight-knit community eager to play matchmaker, and exes that just won’t get the hint, nothing is as simple as it seems. For fans of small-town charm, grumpy x sunshine, cinnamon roll heroes, and inheriting a new life, this heartwarming romance full of cozy fall vibes is a must-read. ...

Emotional, passionate and heart-wrenching. This suspense-filled captivating romance will have you dancing in the rain and smiling through your tears. Set in tropical northern Australia, we don’t always get to choose our path. Recipient of 3 Readers’ Favourite five-star badges, here is an excerpt from a review: “How the heck do you even review a book like The Stone in the Road? It's a castle. IN A RAINFOREST. With a waterfall and lush surroundings. I'm still letting out bursts of squeals thinking about it. The bonus here is that Frances Dall'Alba knows how to tell a story. The highs ...

They say music has the power to heal, but for me, it was also the cause of my heartache. Chase and I were inseparable once. Young, reckless dreamers with guitars in our hands and stars in our eyes. We were a song that the world couldn’t silence, a duo destined for greatness. But then one night, everything changed. Our song was silenced, and our bond shattered into broken chords and empty promises. Now, years later, I’m back. Not by choice, but because my career as a country music singer is slipping through my fingers, and the only way to save it is to play a charity concert in the place...

It was supposed to be just one night of escape. TALIA I was searching for a way to forget, even if just for a moment. Instead, I found a connection that shook me to my core. Now I'm a twenty-eight-year-old daughter still wrestling with grief, with an unexpected miracle growing inside me. I never thought I'd see him again. I didn't even know his real name. And then I walk into that hospital... Suddenly my past and future are colliding. The man I thought was a stranger holds more of my history than I ever knew. But can we build something real from a night meant to help us forget? JONATHAN I ...

When it's too hot in the kitchen, you risk a crash and burn. Tucker: Sexy owner of Two Fourteen. He's been a part of the Kissing Springs fabric since he returned home from war with little more than his discharge papers and his rucksack. Years later, Tucker has built his restaurant to be the talk of the county. His family is whole and close. He volunteers, helps his neighbors. He should be happy, but living in the Romance Capital of the South has its drawbacks. Every twosome coupled up for a romantic dinner reservation reminds him what's missing in his life. The one thing he never thought he...

Goodreads Review. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This is a great book! If you want spice and drama, this is definitely for you. Very good read!' 🔥 Enemies-to-lovers. Arranged marriage. Possessive alpha. Revenge plot. Collar and ring included. I was trained to be my father’s perfect weapon. Seduce, destroy. But when I’m sent to spy on Sicily’s most dangerous Don, Maximus De Luca, I never expect to become his obsession. “You belong to me now,” he growls, claiming me as his wife. A collar at my throat. A ring on my finger. I pretend to love a monster while planning his fall. But Maximus ...

I will spend my thirties resolving my f**k ups, learning restraint, and saying goodbye to late-night escapades at a moment's notice, maybe. It will be the hardest decade of my life. It's as though I'm being pulled without a purpose. I don't know who I am or whether I've learned anything, at all over the past thirty years. No more living life on the edge for me, or knowingly choosing the wrong men. Although, I have three on my roster with special skill sets, organized on my phone, and assigned ringtones to make my quiet chaos manageable. I still found myself on a freight train barreling into...

'Most of all he wants to go with me... and that's enough.' Bonnie Kent's childhood is cut short after the death of her father. Armed with grief, anger, and an attitude of act first, think never, her formative years somersault into a fast-paced teenage rebellion. When the pursuit of a synthetic happiness threatens her life, Bonnie is forced to choose between giving in to her new reputation as the headcase with the pretty face or taking ownership of her choices and navigating through unresolved traumas. 'So Damn Sketchy' is a fictionalised memoir that covers a decade of dysfunction, ...

Hawk I’ve wanted her since the day I hired her. But I have one strict rule. Don’t date my employees. Tempest Elite has been under threat of war and my attention hasn’t been where it should be. That’s how I missed someone threatening my girl’s safety. But I’m here now. And I’m not going to let anyone take my Lo. Even if that means breaking my own rules and having her for myself. Lotus Six months ago I thought I left my past behind me. But, a simple text proves I thought wrong. I need Hawks help, but he’s so busy with club drama, I’m afraid to ask. Until he forces me too. ...