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Spark by Helen Hardt
12 ratingsHe’ll do anything for his family… Donovan “Donny” Steel is on a partnership track with a major Denver law firm. He loves his city career and his luxurious downtown loft, and life is going just how he planned it…until his mother, the city attorney for his hometown of Snow Creek, Colorado, asks him to move back and work for her when her assistant retires. Mom asks? Donny goes... -
Destiny by Helen Hardt
8 ratingsIs love enough?Ava Steel is haunted by a ghost that has come back from the grave. She questions who she is and whether she's capable of being in a relationship with Brendan Murphy, the man she loves. As she shuts down her bakery—something she never does—to deal with these newly discovered secrets, she shuts down her relationship with Brendan as well... -
Boss Rules by Victoria Quinn
10 ratingsI've got skeletons in my closet.So what? Who doesn't?But I find myself wanting to raid her closet.I'm familiar with strong women who rock the business world.But I've never met a woman like this before.I don't want to share her. I don't want her to slip through my fingertips.But if I don't keep her, someone else will... -
Boss Romance by Victoria Quinn
10 ratingsI know what it's like to not have a father.Or a mother.I don't want Diesel to know how that feels. Maybe I should stay out of it, but I can't.I love him too much.Just when I think everything is going well, the unexpected happens. The enemy that's been lurking in the shadows finally presents themselves. And it wasn't who I expected... -
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Chaos by Timberlyn Scott
12 ratingsThis is the FINAL book in the Unhinged Trilogy, the conclusion to Sebastian and Payton's story. Secrets... The secrets are still there, plaguing me, disrupting my everyday life, only now... the unthinkable has happened. Lies... Payton insists that it is time that I deal with the lies that seem to make up my entire existence, the ones that have produced the chaos in my head... -
Enchanted by Her Curves: A Curvy Woman Holiday Romance by Liz Fox
6 ratingsEnchanted by Her Curves is a short, sweet, and steamy romance book featuring a curvy heroine and a sexy alpha hero. It is the fourth in the Holly Street Holiday series but can be read as a standalone with a HEA and no cliffhangers! Hazel When my husband passed two years ago, he had a few last requests.One of them was a message for his old friend, but getting a hold of Callum hasn’t been easy... -
Wanting Winona by Maren Smith
6 ratingsNo one said being an adult was easy. Turns out, being a Little is even harder.After almost a year of construction, the Castle looms on the cusp of its grand reopening. The only problem is, it isn't ready. Something is up with the construction crew Marshall hired to get them back to full working order... -
Sweet Nothings: A Curvy Woman Romance by C.L. Cruz
6 ratingsSweet Nothings is a short, sweet, and steamy romance book featuring a strong, independent heroine and the man who wins her heart after it's already been broken before. Sweet Nothings is the 5th in the series but can be read as a standalone with a HEA and no cliffhangers!MirrenAs a newly single mom and bakery owner, I don’t have a lot of free time anymore... -
Be My Flirty Firefighter by C.L. Cruz
6 ratingsShe's a photographer stuck in a rut. He's a firefighter who loves the unexpected. Will the sparks between them amount to something more?AndyAs a photographer, I’ve endured more weddings than any single woman should have to.But I love my job, even if it is a little routine.Then I land a gig shooting promo materials for a local firefighter bachelor auction... -
Caleb by Kate Tilney
6 ratingsA curvy woman, mountain man instalove short and steamy romance!ABBIEI'm looking for adventure and maybe a little romance when I stumble upon the website for Camp Mountain Man. For the first time in my life, I impulsively book a ticket to Alaska to find out what happens.But I never imagined I'd be sharing a cabin with someone so sexy, or as gruff, as Caleb. He's like a fantasy... -
Wyatt by Kate Tilney
6 ratingsA curvy woman, mountain man instalove short and steamy romance!CHARLOTTEMy friends chipped in to send me to Camp Mountain Man. As a single mom, I don't get out much. (Okay, I get out almost never.) But after having my heart broken before, I'm not ready to let my guard down to romance.My hypochondriac five-year-old has other plans... -
Sazon: A Russian Mafia Romance by K.J. Dahlen
8 ratingsSazon I am a man of honor and what I have I earned with my own two hands. I am ruthless against those who would seek to destroy my family. Our undying loyalty makes us family. I would live and die for the brothers I found when I was nothing more than a child. Till she came. As soon as I touched her our connection was bonded... -
Right or Wrong: An Alpha Man Curvy Woman Romance by Liz Fox
8 ratingsA short, sweet, & steamy romance featuring a curvy woman and the alpha man who claims her. Cassie I wanted to be a mother, not a business owner. But life had other plans.Now, my employees are like my kids and my heart is closed for business.When I need help and I’m all alone, a near stranger sweeps me off my feet. Literally.He's the exact opposite of what I went for in the past.Although.. -
Razor's Flame by Loni Nichole
8 ratingsThe heat between this possessive drummer and his curvy girl is hot enough to burn.AdalynnI thought I was getting away from the rush of city life when I moved to Silver Spoon Falls. Instead, I'm being stalked by a crazy man…and I'm not talking about the infamous drummer who says I belong to him. Razor Montgomery has made it his life's mission to protect me... -
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216 Rancher Way by Olivia T. Turner
10 ratingsThe town of Cherry Falls is a lot of things, but exciting is not one of them.Which makes my job as a reporter for the town paper really freaking hard.The front page of the last issue featured a story about a raccoon who looked like Samuel L. Jackson.Not exactly thrilling.But when I'm forced to cover the new albino calf on the Cherry Blossom Ranch...I find out the meaning of thrilling... -
Unwritten Rules by Jordan Marie
12 ratingsI tried to protect her. I tried to resist her… Marcum I’m done with women. Women can’t handle me, and at my age, I’m not about to change. Then I met Toi. Too young. Too vibrant. Too naïve. I took her as payment for a debt owed. I didn’t want to. I had to do it. I did it for her. She was too vulnerable. She needs someone to watch over her, to keep her safe. That’s all this is... -
Unraveling by Timberlyn Scott
12 ratingsSecrets and lies… No good ever comes of them. My life is proof. For eleven years, I’ve suffered from a suspicion that has waged a war inside my head, filled me with rage. Left me feeling helpless. But then she came along. The darkness continues to consume me, but when I’m with her, I can ignore it, push it away. Even if only for a little while. Payton calms me... -
Eyes On You by Laura Kaye
12 ratingsShe wants to explore her true desires, and he wants to watch… When a sexy stranger asks Wolf Henrikson to rescue her from a bad date, he never expected to want the woman for himself. But their playful conversation turns into a scorching one-night stand that reveals the shy beauty gets off on the idea of being seen, even if she’s a little scared of it, too. And Wolf loves to watch... -
Link by Fiona Davenport
14 ratingsLincoln “Link” Nash was as good at cracking heads together as managing money as the Silver Saints MC Treasurer. The last thing he wanted to do was play babysitter to Harlowe Reed—some kid the club offered to protect. Then Harlowe arrived with her sassy mouth and sexy body. She may only be a year older than his daughter, but she’s all woman... -
Baby for the Brute: A Fake Boyfriend Romance by Penelope Bloom
6 ratings“Pretend you’re my boyfriend. Please.” She’s a stranger. Big blue eyes. Innocent. Way too pure for my dirty hands. I should tell her to run. I’m bad news. The worst kind. But I’ve never made a habit of doing the right thing. I kiss her because I want her. I want those cherry lips tangled up with mine. I want to claim her. Own her... -
Alpha Heroes: A Me, Myself & I Collection by Fiona Davenport, Rochelle Paige
6 ratingsThis collection is jam packed with alpha hero yumminess. It features three, ALL-NEW stories from the duo behind Fiona Davenport.Locked Up by Elle Christensen: Hot cops and handcuffs sounded like a sexy combination. Until Kaia was the one being arrested... -
Securing Her Heart by Jane Fox
6 ratingsJon: Cybersecurity is serious business. I'm committed to training the next generation of young analysts to detect and neutralize threats. But when the most gorgeous women I've ever seen walks into my intern program, I'm not sure if I can keep our relationship strictly professional. Talia: Most cybersecurity analysts don't look like action movie stars, but clearly Jon is the exception... -
Don't Let Go by Willow Winters
6 ratingsFrom USA Today bestselling author, Willow Winters, comes an exclusive collection of novellas available no where else! Seductive. Addictive. Captivating. The irresistible heroes in these stories have those three features in common. Some stories are second chance; others are fated love. But every single one of them, you’ll crave to the last page... -
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Magic Under the Mistletoe: A Curvy Woman Holiday Romance by Liz Fox
6 ratingsShe loves the holidays. His heart is two sizes too small. Will a kiss under the mistletoe bring them together?IvyIt’s the most wonderful time of the year.Unless you’re working a Mrs. Claus gig at the mall, and Santa doesn’t show up.When my boss’ boss fills in at the last minute, it’s like a Christmas miracle.Rudy is grumpy, sexy, makes me want to roast his chestnuts... -
River by Kate Hunt
6 ratingsThe instant I lay my eyes on Leah, I know she’s my destiny.The heated sparks between us are palpable.Then we discover the truth about each other, and our worlds are turned upside down.But no matter how crazy this all is, I know we’re meant to be together.Now it’s up to me to make Leah see it, too... -
Kidnapped by the Hitman by Liz Fox
6 ratingsHe’s a hitman. She’s a witness. Now he doesn’t want to let her go.I get paid to kill people.Corrupt politicians. CEOs. Hell, even bad middle managers.I like my job.And working at Ruthless Corp ensures I get paid well.But I have a line I won’t cross.I don’t kill women or children.So when a senator’s daughter interrupts my hit, it’s a problem.Because I can’t let Jane go free... -
Alpha Men: Books 1-3 by Hope Ford
6 ratingsThe first 3 short stories in the Alpha Men Series! TAKEN (Alpha Men, 1) An Alpha Older Man, Younger BBW, Steamy Sweet Romance Megan I was raised in foster care. I have a bad history with men. I trusted one and he destroyed my trust and my self-esteem… until I meet Jason. He’s older than me, knows exactly what he wants, and what he wants is me... -
Her Older Biker: An Older Man Younger Woman Curvy Romance by Liz Fox
6 ratingsShe aged out of foster care. He owns a biker bar. Will their differences be what brings them closer? Her Older Biker is a steamy, short romance with a curvy, younger woman and a handsome older hero. It is the eighth book in the Daddy Knows Better series. Emma Growing up in foster care hasn’t been a piece of cake.At eighteen, now I’m looking to make my own way... -
On the Plus Side by C.L. Cruz
6 ratingsShe’s a red-carpet celebrity. He’s a blue-collar boy. Will they be able to look past their differences and find love?EmilyI’ve always loved my life in the limelight.But when I come home to visit my sister and her new family, I realize that I want more.I’m done with shallow, selfish relationships—it’s time for the real thing.And it doesn’t get much more real than local bad boy, Jace Manning... -
Charlotte by Lana Dash
6 ratingsA Curvy Girl Sweet and Steamy Opposites Attract Romantic ComedyCHARLOTTE I read about assertive women in my romance novels, but I can’t find the confidence when I’m around gorgeous men. It’s never more evident when I’m mistaken for a bride at a bachelorette party and the hottest guy in the club dances for me... -
His Sun Drop (The May Flowers Series) by Dee Ellis, Flirt Club
6 ratingsI’m a damn good doctor—and a damn good guy. I learned the hard way that being a good guy all the time can cost you—it nearly cost me everything. Once I see the Sunni Stone, I don’t care what it costs me to have her. She’s as beautiful as the flower she’s named after, but she’s never had a chance to bloom. Soon enough she has me addicted to more than her pretty petals and sweet nectar... -
Jagger by Kate Tilney
6 ratingsA mountain search and rescue team hero. A curvy heroine. An older man and younger woman find instalove romance in the Pacific Northwest.VivianI'm not very good at letting loose and having fun. That's why I'm playing the stupid claw machine game at a bar while my friends throw back beers to unwind after our college mid-term exams... -
Griffin by Kate Tilney
6 ratingsA mountain search and rescue team doctor and a curvy woman find instalove romance when they’re stranded together in the Pacific Northwest... -
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Riggins by Kate Tilney
6 ratingsA retired cross country skier/ mountain search and rescue team volunteer and his best-friend’s curvy sister find instalove romance in the Pacific Northwest.ClaraWhen my dog chases after a squirrel and nearly throws me off of a mountain, I'm so embarrassed, I could cry. When a stranger calls the Jade Mountain Search & Rescue team to come and help me after said fall, I could die... -
Be My Dishy Doctor by Kate Tilney
6 ratingsA curvy guest at a lodge and a dishy doctor who makes house calls find that opposites attract in the Alaskan wilderness.LucyFor the record, I didn’t even want to come here. When my best friends suggested we take a trip for Singles Awareness Day, I was thinking of the Caribbean. But I was overruled, so now we’re stuck in a cold, snowy mountain lodge... -
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Sweet Curves by Mia Brody
6 ratingsThis small-town firefighter is ready to claim the curvy woman from the big city.HavenI’m a hopeless romantic. But as a famous curvy singer, I’m tired of being used by guys that just want to further their career.I need a man who doesn’t know my true identity. One who can fall in love with the real me, not the woman on stage.Now I plan to search for love on a dating app where I can stay anonymous... -
Crushing Her Defiance by Lila Fox
6 ratingsChelsea has been on her own for a long time, and no matter how many times she tries to connect with people, they always walk away. When Crush barges into her life, her defiance seems to spark something in him. He won’t leave her alone. She doesn’t want him to, but she is reluctant to tell him the attraction is mutual. Crush’s first look at Chelsea strikes him right between the eyes... -
Win a Date with a Firefighter by Kate Tilney
6 ratingsA curvy woman wins a fantasy date with a grumpy firefighter at a bachelor's auction and winds up taking on more than she ever could have imagined.It's finally my turn to go on a date with one of the handsome bachelors from the charity auction. And they must have been saving best for last, because I'm going on a date with a firefighter... -
Jump Start My Heart by Jane Fox
6 ratingsSpencer: Her classic car isn’t the only thing with perfect curves. But, after I put my foot in my mouth, there’s no way she’ll consider dating me.Eva: I’m tired of guys assuming that I don’t know cars just because I’m a woman. But it’s hard to stay mad at a guy as gorgeous as Spencer.Sometimes fate needs a little help... -
Grace and Mercy by Chance Carter
8 ratingsI'm looking for trouble ... and I think I found her! I'm Hollywood's hottest bad boy. I have no trouble getting girls to drop their panties ... and that's the problem. When you're looking for the thrill of the chase, it's no fun when they just jump in your lap. I'm past looking for a quick lay. Give me a challenge. Give me a real woman. A woman who knows who she is... -
Right on Time: An Alpha Male Curvy Girl Romance by Liz Fox, Cassidy Taylor
8 ratingsRight on Time An Alpha Tattooed Man and Curvy Woman Romance Dahlia He rescued me from the worst date ever. He’s a badass tattoo artist with a body like a superhero--he could have any woman he wanted… but he chose me, and gave me a glimpse of what my future could be. But I got scared. Until something happened that reminded me that this is my life and my choice...and what I choose is Bishop... -
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Mister Right by Liz Fox
8 ratingsAn Alpha Man and Curvy Woman RomanceEvieI love my job, my independence, and my delectable curves.But it’s a good thing I work in an erotic lingerie shop, because I’ve been left high and dry by men. It’s not my fault they run away when they find out my personality doesn’t match the sweet-girl package... -
His Siren by C.M. Steele
8 ratingsRoxie had gone with the flow, hanging out with her brother’s friends, who became an extended family to her. With everyone falling head over heels around her, she carried on working two jobs and letting the time pass. Roxie never expected to capture the attention of an insanely hot billionaire... -
Claiming Caroline: An Older Man/Younger Curvy Girl Romance (Claimed) by Nichole Rose
8 ratingsEven Prince Charming has a wicked side…Jared I didn't believe in love until I met a princess at a ball.And then she vanished.Imagine my surprise when she shows up in my office a day later.She's beautiful, fierce, and has the courage of a lion.She's also a student at my college…and her sister is my star student.Claiming Caroline Thorne may destroy everything I've worked for... -
Sinful Boss by Liz Fox
8 ratingsSloane I’ve always preferred company of the four-legged variety. They’re full of love and they let me be myself--that’s why I’m going to school to be a veterinarian.When I end up working for my brother's friend during the summer, I don’t expect to be cleaning Maximillian Hawthorne’s toilets.He’s wealthy, pretentious, and a serious pain in the horse’s butt... -
Christmas with the Sheriff by C.M. Steele
8 ratingsMark: All I wanted was a damn bit of eggnog with my Christmas dinner. Is that so hard? My sister forced me to head out to get my own, but I found one last item I suddenly needed. The prettiest petite redhead with a nasty temper and holding onto the only eggnog in her tiny hands. Since she refuses to give it to me, I guess I’ll have to take them both... -
Courtney by Lana Dash
8 ratingsA Curvy Girl Sweet & Steamy Secret Identity Romantic Comedy COURTNEYFictional couples surround me every day, working at a bookstore. And yet, even after reading a lifetime worth of romance, I still can't get my own love life in order. But at my book club meeting, when I accidentally knock hot coffee onto the lap of the cute nerd at the next table, my luck might be about to change...
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