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Nico DeLuca knows three things: his Nonna's lasagna is sacred, dating in Boston is a hellscape, and carbs are forever. As the charming but perpetually single front-of-house manager at his family's North End trattoria, Nico’s life is a chaotic blend of bad dates, overly involved relatives, and a ghost cat named Vinnie who judges his every romantic move. Between Grindr disasters, holy water ambushes, and emotionally unavailable gym bros, Nico is just about ready to hang up his apron and swear off men entirely. Then Julian—a mysteriously handsome pastry chef with a killer smirk and ...

AFTERMATH: A GAY POST-APOCALYPTIC SURVIVAL NOVEL In a world reduced to ashes, survival is brutal, trust is fragile, and love is the most dangerous gamble of all. When the bombs fell, Dominic “Dom” Castillo and a handful of other men survived only because they happened to be inside an underground gay sauna. Emerging into a lawless wasteland, they are forced to fight for every scrap of food, every bullet, every breath. But they aren’t the only ones left. Raiders, cultists, and warlords prowl the ruins, seeking to claim what little remains.

Eli Fisher has spent his life on the family farm, dutifully following the rhythms of his Amish upbringing. But beneath the simplicity of his routine lies a yearning he can’t ignore—a desire for something more, something he’s never dared to name. When Daniel Lapp arrives to help during planting season, Eli’s carefully ordered world is upended. Daniel is charming, confident, and carries with him the secrets of a life lived beyond the bounds of their community. As the two men work side by side, an undeniable connection forms, sparking feelings Eli has fought to suppress his entire life...

South Bendover, MA, is known for its scenic beaches, blue-collar charm, and one very special event that turns the town into a leather-clad paradise. Welcome to Leather Week, where doms, subs, bikers, and bad boys come together for seven days of indulgence, debauchery, and—maybe—unexpected romance. Elliott “Eli” Harris, a cocky personal trainer with a sharp tongue and a stubborn streak, thinks he’s just here for the fun. But after a very public, very humiliating first encounter with Ben Cooper—a gruff, rugged firefighter and seasoned leather daddy—he quickly realizes this week ...

They thought the mission was over. But some ghosts don't stay buried. When elite operative Connor Kane is rerouted to Washington, D.C., after a high-profile assassination rocks the intelligence community, he doesn’t expect to be partnered with Ethan Cole—a brilliant, reclusive CIA analyst haunted by his role in a black ops program that was supposed to be buried. Together, they uncover a rogue initiative known as Project Phantom—a kill program gone off the grid and dangerously active. As bodies drop and files vanish, Connor and Ethan become targets in a deadly conspiracy where allies ...

A captivating collection of short stories that explores the intersection of love, loss, and the afterlife through the lens of LGBTQ+ experiences. Each story features a unique protagonist who navigates their identity, longing, and relationships, all while encountering ghostly figures from the past.

In the high-stakes world of elite Olympic training, Adrian Knight is focused, disciplined, and determined to win gold. Nothing will distract him—not even Luca Bugatti, his devastatingly handsome Italian rival whose every move ignites a fire Adrian struggles to deny. When a training camp roommate assignment places Adrian face-to-face with Luca, their fierce rivalry transforms into an undeniable attraction neither can resist. Luca is everything Adrian shouldn't want: cocky, arrogant, and dangerously seductive. Yet every heated glance, every provocative touch, threatens to unravel Adrian's ...

Highway Hustle Jesse Ray Parker knows the rules of the road. As a lot lizard working truck stops along the I-40 corridor, he survives on quick cash, rough hands, and the ability to disappear before anyone gets too close. He doesn’t believe in fairy tales, and he sure as hell doesn’t believe in love. Then Caleb “Big Rig” Morrison rolls back into his life. A gruff, steady long-haul trucker with a protective streak a mile wide, Caleb isn’t like the others. He doesn’t just want Jesse’s body—he wants him. And that scares Jesse more than any dangerous job ever has. When a brutal ...

In the vast, uncharted depths of the ocean, ancient secrets lie hidden beneath the waves—secrets that could alter the fate of entire kingdoms. Avery, a devoted and stoic guardian of the deep, has dedicated his life to protecting his realm and its sacred artifact, the Heart of the Ocean. Haunted by the painful loss of his former lover, he has sworn off love, focusing solely on his duty. But when Callum, a daring and charming merman from a rival kingdom, ventures too close to Avery's territory, the boundaries between love and duty begin to blur. Forced into an uneasy alliance, Avery and ...

In the fast-paced world of digital communication, one misstep can lead to inbox chaos, professional embarrassment, or even a career-altering blunder. Reply All—a simple email function—has the power to keep teams informed, foster collaboration, and streamline communication. But when used improperly, it can create confusion, frustration, and an avalanche of unnecessary messages. In Reply All: Mastering Email Etiquette in the Digital Age, discover the essential rules of email communication, the hidden pitfalls of group replies, and the strategies to avoid becoming the office’s email ...

Welcome to The Gilded Spine—where secrets linger longer than the espresso. Miles Avery thought he left investigative journalism behind when he took over Westbridge’s quaintest queer bookstore. But when a scandalous author is found dead among the rare editions, clutching a page from a mysterious manuscript, Miles finds himself in the middle of a literary murder mystery with more twists than a noir paperback. As pages from an anonymous diary begin leaking online—exposing decades of corruption in their sleepy New England town—Miles teams up with gruff (and distractingly handsome) ...

A Gripping, Slow-Burn Gay Romance of Survival, Love, and Second Chances Brad Blake is a city boy through and through. But when he inherits a crumbling mountain lodge from a long-lost uncle, he heads into the remote wilderness with one goal—fix it up fast and sell it even faster. He never planned on getting stranded, freezing half to death, or being rescued by the gruff, off-grid survivalist who thinks he has no business being there. Griffin “Grizz” Calloway has spent years living in the wild, far from the ghosts of his past. He doesn’t need company, especially not a stubborn, out-of...

Some legacies are written in blood. Others in fate. Lachlan Graves never planned to return to Savannah. He left behind its ghosts, its secrets, and the power that once called to him. But when a cryptic telegram brings him back to the crumbling Victorian house he inherited, he finds that the city hasn’t forgotten him—and neither have the forces lurking beneath its surface. The death of his aunt, the last Sentinel, has left a dangerous void. The rift between worlds is growing, and something unspeakable is clawing its way through. As Lachlan unravels the mysteries she left behind, he ...

Welcome to the world of Vivian Vain and her quirky, fabulous vampire Nest, where the immortals live, love, and laugh just like anyone else—well, mostly. Vivian, a dazzling drag queen with a sharp wit and a heart of gold, has created a family of vampires who defy tradition and embrace the modern world. Together with Jules, the charming and hopelessly romantic twink, Bear, the gruff but tender-hearted coffee shop owner, and Max, the tough-as-nails strategist, they’re learning to navigate the complexities of life, love, and finding their place in a world that doesn’t always understand ...

Finn O’Malley, a mischievous and charming Irishman, is a leprechaun in disguise who embarks on the Poseidon’s Pride, a luxury gay cruise renowned for wild parties, flamboyant contests, and a sprinkle of scandal. Armed with his wit, an enchanted green trunk filled with gold, and his signature emerald-green speedos, Finn seeks an escape from Dublin’s monotony and the weight of his magical secrets. Onboard, Finn navigates flirty encounters, suspicious rivals, and thrilling adventures. He charms Derek, a magnetic bartender, while clashing with Brady, a cocky treasure hunter determined to ...

In the world of espionage, loyalty is a currency, love is a risk, and survival is the ultimate game. Interpol operative Connor Kane lives by the rules—always strategic, always unyielding—but everything changes when he meets Mateo, the enigmatic and fiercely intelligent son of an Argentine crime lord. Their worlds collide in a whirlwind of danger, betrayal, and undeniable passion. As Connor and Mateo navigate a treacherous landscape filled with arms deals, deceit, and shadowy alliances, they must rely on each other not only to survive but to dismantle a criminal empire that threatens to ...

Victor DiCarlo rules the city’s underworld with an iron fist by day—but when night falls, he transforms into Ruby Royale, the dazzling star of The Crimson Mask nightclub. Beneath the sequins and sultry performances lies a dangerous game of power and deception. When Dominic Hayes, the city’s new police chief, steps into The Crimson Mask, he’s drawn to Ruby’s magnetic allure—unaware he’s staring down the very man he’s vowed to bring to justice. As rival crime families threaten Victor’s empire and a deadly betrayal brews within his ranks, Victor must navigate a treacherous ...

Welcome to South Bendover, where the beer flows as freely as the gossip, the parades never go quite as planned, and magic might just be real—especially when a mischievous Irishman strolls into town. Declan Hayes has one job: keep the St. Patrick’s Day Festival running smoothly. But between rogue parade floats, drunken mishaps, and a certain infuriatingly charming stranger who keeps popping up at every turn, Declan is one disaster away from losing his mind. Finn O’Shaughnessy is here for more than just the festival. He’s on a mission. As a leprechaun in human disguise, it’s his job...

Elliot Hayes never expected to fall in love—especially not with another serviceman. In the strict, unyielding world of the U.S. military in the 1980s, secrecy was survival. But from the moment he met Jamie Beckett, a confident and rugged fellow Coast Guardsman, resisting his feelings became impossible. What began as stolen glances and whispered conversations in the dark soon became a passionate, dangerous love affair—one that could cost them everything. As rumors spread and the military launches an investigation into suspected homosexuality on base, Jamie makes an impossible choice: to ...

Vampires don’t do soulmates. At least, that’s what Damien has always believed. As the ruthless, calculating leader of the Brotherhood, he’s spent centuries keeping his emotions buried beneath ice-cold logic. But when cocky, reckless, and impossibly tempting Rory barrels into his life, Damien finds himself faced with something far more dangerous than war—a mating bond he refuses to accept. Rory never planned on becoming a vampire. He definitely didn’t plan on being bound to Damien, a broody warlord with an attitude problem and a face too pretty for his own good. But after nearly ...