Trouble under the mistletoe... Willa and Michael are getting divorced. He betrayed her (oh, he didn't cheat, but there are other betrayals), and she's decided she can't forgive him. There's only one problem. ...He still smells so good. ...And looks so good. ...And thanks to her mother's mistake (or interference), Michael is her secret Santa. He doesn't want the divorce, and this is his last chance to change her mind.
The marriage is fake, but the passion is real. He's the notorious bad boy of the Star clan, but his playboy days are numbered... Anthony Star-Hunter, the infamous black sheep, is renowned for his devilish charm and irresistible good looks. A master at seducing women, his hard-partying ways are all that remain of his once-wild lifestyle. But when his grandfather's will demands marriage for inheritance, panic sets in. Can the notorious playboy find a bride in record time, even with his bad boy magnetism? Enter Sarah Pennington: responsible, hardworking, and unimpressed by Anthony's tattooed muscles and Italian suits. With her father facing potential prison time for financial misdeeds, she's had enough of men behaving badly. Yet, she can't shake the tantalizing dreams of the sexy "celebutant." Fate intervenes at a beachside wedding, where a tipsy mishap lands Sarah in Anthony's bed. Intrigued, he proposes a fake marriage. But can she keep her heart out of the bargain? As their slow-burning, un-love affair unfolds, Anthony and Sarah discover they might be just what each other needs—forever. Ignite your desire with this steamy contemporary romance where passion, deception, and love collide. Join Anthony and Sarah on their journey of self-discovery, as they navigate the unexpected twists and turns of a sizzling fake marriage.
Snowed in. Fighting. And falling in love. At their friend's holiday wedding, maid of honor Quinn Star-Hunter and best man Ben Yamazaki can't stop arguing. She's all tradition and hospital corners. He prefers to make up the rules as he goes. Bickering and eye rolls have formed the entirety of their acquaintance. Until last night. A pre-wedding errand and a mini avalanche trap them in the honeymoon suite at a posh Alpine resort. Forced to get along, a surprising fire sparks between them. When the sun rises, memories of their passion leave Quinn nervous and Ben determined as they navigate their best friends’ New Year’s Eve nuptials. Is this the start of something new, or will the differences that had them at each other’s throats limit their romance to one night only?
Love on the road, love on the rocks The last thing Jasmine Cross expects is to have her relaxing weekend in Big Sur crashed by Gabe Hunter. Back in Texas, all they do is clash over everything from crystals to competitive cooking. Yes, he's smart and handsome, and sparring with him lights a fire hot enough to keep her warm under a cold, starry sky, but after years of heartbreak, she's sworn off serious relationships. Gabe doesn't want to be stuck in the woods with woo woo Jasmine—even if there's something about her that works its way under his hyper-rational skin. He's still reeling from his divorce and focused on being a good father to his teenage daughter. The last thing he needs is to fall for his boss's free-spirited sister. When a storm forces them into the cozy confines of a single, tiny tent, their chemistry becomes undeniable. But what happens when they land back in the real world and family dramas complicate their blooming romance? Arriving at a crossroads, can Jasmine and Gabe navigate the emotional wilderness to find lasting love? Book four in The Lone Star Crossed Saga, Cross Roads is a steamy, emotional romance about finding love in unexpected places. With complex family dynamics, sizzling chemistry, and a touch of mysticism, this stand-alone romance will keep you turning pages late into the night. It's a forced proximity, opposites attract romance that takes you on a journey to a satisfying happily-ever-after.
The star-crossed love affair starts with a lie... Real-estate tycoon Carter Cross has spent his life working towards someone else's dream. But a fateful phone call reveals his true destiny—heir to one of the nation's wealthiest oil dynasties. With his legendary composure, Carter is determined to claim the Cross family fortune. As scandal engulfs a renowned oil baron after his shocking demise, gossip journalist Nisha Donovan is tasked with unearthing the secrets of the enigmatic new J.P. Star Energy executive. The dirtier the revelation, the better. Little do they know, their explosive chemistry threatens to derail their ambitions. But when desire and destiny collide, can their star-crossed love overcome the trappings of power? Will Carter and Nisha find a way to forge a new legacy together? Dive into this steamy contemporary romance where ambition meets passion, and forbidden love defies all odds. Experience the sizzling connection between Carter and Nisha as they navigate the treacherous world of power, desire, and deception. Cross My Heart is book one in The Lone Star Crossed Saga. It's a lost heir, black romance with family saga drama, but a happily ever after. No romance cliffhangers. The books have heart and heat, so grab a fan along with the book!
They were once in love, but this time, it’s war... Reese Star-Hunter, a fierce CEO heiress, has spent her life proving her worth in a male-dominated world. Now, she's facing the ultimate challenge – taking the reins of her family's multibillion-dollar empire after the sudden death of the patriarch. To make matters worse, she must mend bridges with her childhood sweetheart, Ty Bonham. But he's not willing to let bygones be bygones. Ty Bonham's heart was shattered by Reese's betrayal, and the truth about his father's imprisonment only fueled his thirst for revenge. No matter how sincere her apologies or how intense their passion-filled encounters, he can't forget the past. His sole mission: to bring the Star family to justice. As Ty's quest for retribution tests Reese's loyalties and endangers his own happiness, they must both confront their inner demons. Will Ty find forgiveness and embrace a future with Reese? Can Reese choose herself over her family and company? Or will they learn to trust and follow their hearts, finding love in the midst of chaos? Unleash the passion and drama in this steamy contemporary romance, perfect for fans of enemies-to-lovers and second-chance love stories. Discover the power of forgiveness and the thrill of rekindled love. Circle the Stars is book two in The Lone Star Crossed Saga, although each book in the series can be read as a standalone. No romance cliffhangers. This is a second-chance, enemies-to-lovers romance with a spicy reunion that’s a long time coming. Happily ever after guaranteed. Warning: steamy scenes, language, and discussion of abortion and alcoholism.
Gothiniad of Surazeus - Oracle of Gotha presents 150,792 lines of verse in 1,948 poems, lyrics, ballads, sonnets, dramatic monologues, eulogies, hymns, and epigrams written by Surazeus 1993 to 2000.
A charming and delicious holiday tale of festive friendships and first crushes from the author of Cake Pop Crush and You’re Bacon Me Crazy. ‘Tis the season . . . for heartbreak? Emery Mason is not a fan of the holidays. She’s so over the tinsel, the shopping, and all the other trappings of the season. Unfortunately, this year, Em is forced to work—as an elf!—at her parents’ Santa Photo Booth at the mall. There, Em meets Alejandro Perez, who works at the hot cocoa shop next door and is always full of holiday spirit. Alex is cute, but he’s nothing like Em’s real crush—the brooding and artistic Sawyer Kade. But the more time Em spends with Alex, the more she realizes that she may not be the Grinch she always thought she was. Soon, a blizzard, a Secret Santa surprise, and a family disagreement throw Em’s world upside down. Can Em embrace the magic of the holidays and find the perfect boy to kiss under the mistletoe?
This Advent Collection of 24 Stories and accompanying recipes is a warm and loving compilation designed to read to your children on each of the 24 nights before Christmas. The recipes represent some of the beloved Christmas traditions from the Author's own family.
When it’s curtains for a theater director, Los Angeles PI Fergus O’Breen takes center stage in this locked room mystery from the author of Nine Times Nine. Anthony Boucher was a literary renaissance man: an Edgar Award–winning mystery reviewer, an esteemed editor of the Hugo Award–winning Magazine of Fantasy and Science Fiction, a prolific scriptwriter of radio mystery programs, and an accomplished writer of mystery, science fiction, fantasy, and horror. With a particular fondness for the locked room mystery, Boucher created such iconic sleuths as Los Angeles PI Fergus O’Breen, amateur sleuth Sister Ursula, and alcoholic ex-cop Nick Noble. Working undercover for an insurance company, Fergus O’Breen finds himself part of the cast rehearsing the latest production at the Carruthers Little Theater. He’s been asked to keep an eye on playwright Lewis Jordan, who has taken out a joint policy with the director, Rupert Carruthers. If something should happen to one before the play opens, the other is set to collect a fortune. When Carruthers meets an explosive end behind a locked door, O’Breen has his work cut out for him. With a theater full of secrets, it’s clear everyone in this troupe is putting on a show of their own. Now, aided by the struggling writer, O’Breen must determine who’s telling the truth and who’s acting—before someone else meets an untimely end . . .
