Thomas was the love of my life, or he was supposed to be. Instead, he became the guy who broke my heart, crushed my spirit, the last guy I ever dated, and the reason I never wanted to date again.
All this, I decided at seventeen, right after we graduated, which coincided with the day he left. He had his truck packed. We’d talked about running off together, eloping. Instead, Thomas explained he was leaving, joining the rodeo, and I could come if I wanted.
If I wanted!
I thought we shared a dream, but it didn’t include running off to join the western equivalent of a circus. Not with him. Not with anyone. I knew better.
So, he left, and I decided to make a life on my own.
I spent the next few months learning all I could about the small bookstore my aunt owned. I gradually took over as she aged, until one morning she woke and announced that she was ready to retire. She had picked a retirement community nearby, she wanted to relax, sleep in and hang out with the old people, like herself.
I’d begun to clean up the place, sorting through boxes of books she’d packed away and began setting them out. I’d let people make me an offer since I was short on space. That was when Thomas appeared. His father had passed, and the community was buzzing with rumors that he had returned to sell the property.
He’d come in looking for a good read or so he claimed. Instead I shoved a book at him and told him to take it. I hoped I’d never see him again, but I was wrong. He returned, with the book, his note told me to read the book and I’d understand. So, I read it, and I understood nothing.
It was Aunt Vi’s diary. She too had never stopped pining for a cowboy who left her behind.
Maybe he thought he was saving me. Perhaps I missed what I was supposed to understand all together. All I knew was that I didn’t want to face him. One look at him told me it would be all to easy to fall into those strong arms again and I knew I still loved him, even if he didn’t love me in return.
S.L. Sterling was born and raised in southern Ontario. She now lives in Northern Ontario Canada and is married to her best friend and soul mate and their two dogs.
An avid reader all her life, S.L. Sterling dreamt of becoming an author. She decided to give writing a try after one of her favorite authors launched a course on how to write your novel. This course gave her the push she needed to put pen to paper and her debut novel “It Was Always You” was born.
When S.L. Sterling isn’t writing or plotting her next novel she can be found curled up with a cup of coffee, blanket and the newest romance novel from one of her favorite authors on her e-reader. Her favorite authors include Kendall Ryan, Vi Keeland, Penelope Ward, Lauren Blakely, Alessandra Torre and Willow Winters.
In her spare time, she enjoys camping, hiking, sunny destinations, spending quality time with family and friends and of course reading.
The dolphins splashed and squealed and played, spinning around close enough to rock our board. Warren paddled backward, ensuring we kept a safe distance. We sat in silence for about ten minutes more until one by one, they swam away.
Don’t go. I thought. Make him hold me for a little while longer.
“I found them the other day and thought of you. Wanted you to see this.”
“Will they stay? How long will they be here?”
“Each pod is different. Some migrate, some just stay in one territory. It’s hard to tell whether these are the ones that I saw the other day. The reef makes for an abundance of food around here.” “What an experience. I’ve never been this close to anything
like that. Thank you for bringing me here.”
“This is what I want, Andie. I don’t know much about you. I know you’re probably just passing through. But while you’re here, I’m going to make sure that moments like this make it hard for you to forget me.”
I smiled from ear to ear, excited about what I’d just witnessed and amazed at the comfort I felt with someone I hardly knew.
“In fact,” he said, holding out his arms to make sure I didn’t fall while I turned around to face him, legs crossed in applesauce. “I’d like to give you a moment like this every week, no questions asked. We don’t have to explain anything to anyone, you don’t have to tell me anything you don’t want to about who you are or what you’ve done or didn’t do. No past, just the present. We can offer each other a fresh start.” His head moved closer, until my nose almost touched his. There was an undulating rhythm in the water. I rose up, he went down; he rose up, I went down. It only served to heighten the voltage that ran between his touch and my skin. His eyes turned dark and ominous. “And every weekend, until you leave, you’re mine.”
“Um, so weekends are really busy at the coffee shop,” I said with a flirtatious grin, trying to resist his charm. That smile was getting to me. I couldn’t tear my eyes away from his mouth.
“Not so fast, pretty lady. Fridays then. We go on a Moments Tour every Friday. Deal?” He offered me his hand. What did I have to lose?
Four years ago, after experiencing a great loss in her life, Anna Gomez, who writes as Christine Brae, decided that it was time to channel her feelings on paper and see where it would take her. She never imagined that her words would touch the hearts of many women with the same stories to tell. With an established fan base and a dedicated following, Anna Gomez has published six novels, three of which have won Literary Awards: The Light in the Wound series, Insipid, In this Life, Eight Goodbyes and the Year I Left .
Anna Gomez is a hopeless romantic who writes about real life, flawed characters and the saving grace of unconditional love. Her experience of living and growing up in a foreign country plays a large part in her stories. Her full-time career and ability to travel extensively also add flair and individuality to the vividly written settings in her books. They transport the reader to faraway places and make them feel like they’ve been there before. Anna’s inspiration stems from the people she meets and the places that she’s seen. Her stories are realistic and honest, thought-provoking and impactful. Her love for poetry is evident in her writing style.
Anna is Chief Financial Officer and Partner of No Fixed Address, a network of global advertising agencies, and lives in Chicago with her husband and three children.
Kristoffer Polaha is best-known for his long starring role in the critically acclaimed series Life Unexpected (The CW). Other TV series credits include Get Shorty with Ray Romano and Chris O’Dowd, the limited series Condoropposite William Hurt and Max Irons, The CW’s Ringer (Sarah Michelle Gellar) and Valentine, as well as North Shore(FOX).
In addition to co-starring with Rainn Wilson in Backstrom (FOX), he had a multi-season role on the acclaimed series Mad Men (AMC) and Castle (ABC). Polaha is also well-known for starring in Hallmark Channel movies such as Dater’s Handbook with Meghan Markle, and the Mystery 101 franchise on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries.
Polaha first received attention for his portrayal of John F. Kennedy, Jr. in the TV movie, America’s Prince: The John F. Kennedy Jr. Story, opposite Portia de Rossi. He has appeared in numerous independent features, including Where Hope Grows, Devil’s Knot (Colin Firth, Reese Witherspoon), and the Tim Tebow film, Run the Race.
Polaha has a featured role opposite Gal Gadot in Wonder Woman 1984 and in Jurassic World: Dominion.
In addition to his work as an actor, producer, and director, Polaha is branching into the book world by co-authoring a new series. He is also involved with several charitable organizations, including being an ambassador for World Vision, a board member for HerArtsInAction, and The Polaha Family Circus Foundation.
Polaha was born in Reno, Nevada, and he is married to actress Julianne Morris. They have three sons.
One night in college a decade ago turned Meredith and Rowan into enemies.
Becoming Portland’s hottest first baseman with a fan base watching his every move, Rowan earned a reputation that annoyed Meredith. But she only had to think about it whenever their mutual best friends brought them together, which is why she was stuck cat-sitting for Rowan on a night that would change her life forever…
When Rowan’s reputation falters, there’s only one person who can fix it. His team’s sweetest day contest is the chance, with money and attention as the prize. Rowan has the money and charm, but he needs the fake girlfriend to win. Meredith needs the money to save her job, and she’s ready to play… If she can accept the fake boyfriend.
Agreeing on a plan to woo the city, Meredith and Rowan realize there’s more to their blossoming friendship. Finding excuses to be together, they quickly fall from rivals to so much more.
When the bases are loaded, Rowan and Meredith need to decide if they can move on from the past and admit their true feelings to hit their moon shot.
Getting lost in the pages of a book is Fiona’s favorite escape. Bouncing between YA, contemporary, and romantic suspense, Fiona writes about love because she believes the world needs more of it. Writing from the Pacific Northwest, Fiona can be found creating memories with her family, and daydreaming of her next story while wandering the aisles of local bookstores and coffee shops in the rain.
And I’m the one who will make her suffer and beg for mercy.
My job is to defend my family’s empire against this gorgeous enemy.
But her sinful body and sassy mouth captivate me,
Feeding the wickedness in my soul.
My desire for revenge became something much darker and more twisted.
I want to break her.
To own her.
To spank her bright red so she never forgets the sting of my palm against her flesh.
Most of all, I need to hear her scream my name over and over
When I show her what it means to be mine…forever.
DIRTY DEVIL is book two in the VENGEFUL VILLAINS Dark Mafia series by USA Today Bestselling author Kristen Luciani. It’s an Age Gap, Captive, Enemies to Lovers, Kidnapping Romance complete with a HEA and no cheating.
Publisher’s Note: DIRTY DEVIL contains explicit and mature content and graphic violence that some readers might find offensive and/or triggering.
Kristen Luciani is a USA Today bestselling romance author and coach with a penchant for stilettos, kickboxing, and grapefruit martinis. As a deep-rooted romantic who loves steamy, sexy, and suspense-filled stories, she tried her hand at creating a world of enchantment, sensuality, and intrigue, finally uncovering her true passion. Pun intended…
That has become Scar’s motto. To some, it may sound twisted. According to the woman he loves, it’s the sweetest thing she’s ever heard. And her happiness and safety are the only things that matter to him. To keep her safe, he must first get rid of the man who hired him to kidnap her, the judge.
Will Scar avenge Exa and rid the world of the man who hunts her?
Or will the judge reveal secrets about Exa that make Scar realize he doesn’t know her at all?
From USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author comes the next book in the Laurel Springs Emergency Response Team.
Trust Laramie Briscoe to provide engaging characters in a well-built world I want to revisit again and again.Carly Phillips, NY Times bestselling author.
The Nurse and The Hot Cop
Archer Gray
Being the new officer on the Laurel Springs Police Department has been a blessing. They’ve treated me like family since the moment I started my first shift. It’s what I’ve wanted since I left home at eighteen. Life is going amazing, especially when I meet Alisa, a nurse at Laurel Springs Medical. She’s saucy, but I suspect it hides a vulnerability not many get to see.
I want to see it, want to know everything about her. In a moment where she desperately needs someone, I’m there for her.
And I won’t leave until she asks me to.
Alisa Hilligan
I’ve always been a transplant, searching for a home. I thought I found it in Calvert City, instead it’s the neighboring town Laurel Springs.
Since I’ve been here I’ve met the new hot cop, Archer. He makes me want everything I shouldn’t.
But when the reason I left Calvert City comes back with a vengeance; I’ll need him more than I ever thought.
And he’ll prove he’s here for the long haul – something no one else ever has.
Laramie Briscoe is the best-selling author of the Heaven Hill Series & the Rockin’ Country Series.
Since self-publishing her first book in May of 2013, Laramie Briscoe has published over 10 books. She’s appeared on the Top 100 Bestselling E-books Lists on iBooks, Amazon Kindle, Kobo, and Barnes & Noble. She’s been called “a very young Maya Banks” (Amazon reviewer) and her books have been accused of being “sexy, family-oriented, romances with heart”.
When she’s not writing alpha males who seriously love their women, she loves spending time with friends, reading, and marathoning shows on her DVR. Married to her high school sweetheart, Laramie lives in Bowling Green, KY with her husband (the Travel Coordinator) and a sometimes crazy cat named Beau.
Cole had to flee to Faerie. His best-friend Flynn—my bully and tormentor—holds all the answers. My family secrets are like a noose, slowly tightening around my neck.
To vanquish my demons, I’ll break all the rules. I’ll kneel before my dark prince and infiltrate his world.
Mortals shouldn’t eat Faerie fruits.
Every witch knows the rule.
Can I handle just one bite? Or two? What about a taste of forever?
Immortal Sins is the third book of Dark Falls Academy, an action-filled, enemies-to-lovers, fantasy romance. The steaminess increases with each book. Fall under the dark prince’s spell and discover a world meant to bring mortals to their knees.
Anya J Cosgrove lives in Québec with her husband, her beautiful son, and two mischievous cats. She works as a veterinarian by day. She’s a travel and Disney junkie and is passionate about her favorite paranormal series.
“Wow, Wow, WOW! My heart is bursting. Loved Shared is the perfect ending to the Pure Sin Trilogy. It’s beautifully written.” ~ Goodreads Reviewer
“You know the old saying, sharing is caring? Well, let me tell all you romance lovers out there that in the pages of Love Shared, sharing is caring alright and holds an entirely different meaning.” ~ Goodreads Reviewer
Witnessing my best friends fall in love has been wonderful. I never thought about it until now. Crystal and April have found their happily ever after, but what about mine? I’ve dated my fair share of men, but none of them were love material. I work hard and play just as hard, but I want more after seeing love unfold right before my eyes.
Two men come into my life and shatter my world. One man is a beast who wants to push my boundaries and my body to new heights. The other wants to show me the love that I’ve been craving. How can I choose when they share my heart?
This book is a dark romance and contains themes that aren’t suitable for anyone under the age of 18. Please check the author’s note in the eBook for content warnings before reading.
I’ve enjoyed books for as long as I can remember. Reading allows you to expand your mind and make you say, what if? Four years ago, I became a part of the Book World as a Blogger and The Erotic Book Review was born.
I love reading and listening to all genres, but I’m very drawn to Romance on the kinky side of things. I believe pursuing your passion brings out your creativity and allows endless possibilities to come forth. Taking a reader on a journey that forces them to crossover into your world is magic. My love for stories has inspired me to write and share my words. I hope readers enjoy them as much as I loved creating them.
I live in North Georgia and I’ve been married to the love of my life for almost 29 years. We’re parents of 5 adults and we have 9 grandchildren. We drive a Big Rig for a living and travel the entire US. When I’m not driving, I love writing, reading, and hanging out in my Private Playroom on FB. I love meeting new people and enjoy learning about other cultures. I love watching football and binge watching TV shows.
One quote I live by..”Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending” https://www.authorthettajames.com
Join us for the cover reveal of Ship Got Real, the next book in the Love at Sea Series. Keep reading for more details about this sexy, blind date romance.
Title: Ship Got Real
Author: T.L. Anderson
Release Date: 10/31/2022
Genres: Contemporary Romance
Tropes: Blind Date Romance
When my best friend cons me into going on a cruise with him as his wingwoman, I didn’t expect a love at sea theme. Add in speed dating, an insane scavenger hunt, and the sexy blind date he sets me up on and the entire trip becomes so much more than I’m ready for. After experiencing what heartbreak can do to a person, falling in love is the last thing I want to do. Ever. There’s just one tiny problem… Colin Turner. Ship Got Real is a blind date romance, part of the Love at Sea multi-author series. Get ready to set sail through the Caribbean on Festival Cruises’ most alluring voyage with eight of your favorite authors – happily ever after guaranteed! Experience everything the Love at Sea series has to offer. From speed dating to masquerades, guests are sure to enjoy the hot days and steamy nights. Explore hidden waterfalls, swim with dolphins, and watch as eight couples find their forever on the open ocean.
L. Anderson writes romance filled novels that sometimes have a twist of suspense. Her characters are strong-willed, heart-felt, and at times angst-ridden. She currently lives in Wisconsin with her husband, adventurous daughter, her baby boy, two mischievous dogs, a stubborn cat, and two guinea pigs. Since the age of 3, she has loved reading and writing her own stories. Now her passion has developed into a career. After earning a certificate from the Children’s Institute of Literature she decided it was time to put the multiple characters in her head onto paper so she can share her stories with the world. She has a slight obsession with doughnuts, coffee, and dinosaurs. When she’s not writing you can find her lurking on social media looking for new books to read, taking care of her mini-zoo at home, or having her nose stuck in a book.
Get ready to set sail through the Caribbean on Festival Cruises’ most alluring voyage with eight of your favorite authors – happily ever after guaranteed!
Experience everything the Love at Sea series has to offer. From speed dating to masquerades, guests are sure to enjoy the hot days and steamy nights. Explore hidden waterfalls, swim with dolphins, and watch as eight couples find their forever on the open ocean.
Each story features a brand new couple and a fun trope from our amazing line up of authors including: Kate Stacy, HM Thomas, Mari Sol, S.A. Clayton, T.L. Anderson, Karigan Hale, Susan Renee, and A.M. Williams.
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In this deviously volatile, deliciously creepy thriller from the bestselling author of The Social Affair and HER, a young woman must uncover the haunting truth about the turn of events that left her forever marked…
On a crisp fall morning in Austin, Texas, it is a day no different from any other for young mother Hailey Adams. Until it is. She goes out for her morning jog and does not come back.
When Hailey turns up weeks later with no recollection of where she was—and either unable—or unwilling—to explain what happened to her, those closest to her first question her mental status and then her motives. Under mounting pressure from the police and the media, as well as her loving husband, the popular fitness influencer begins to have flashbacks.
But the more Hailey continues to dig, the more reasons she uncovers to keep the truth hidden—from the law, from the media, and especially from her family. She soon realizes she’s not the only one to recently disappear under mysterious circumstances—and her nightmare may be far from over.
Britney King lives in Austin, Texas with her husband, children, a dog named Gatsby, one ridiculous cat, and a partridge in a peach tree.
When she’s not wrangling the things mentioned above, she writes psychological, domestic and romantic thrillers set in suburbia.
Without a doubt, she thinks connecting with readers is the best part of this gig. You can find Britney online here:
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Thomas was the love of my life, or he was supposed to be. Instead, he became the guy who broke my heart, crushed my spirit, the last guy I ever dated, and the reason I never wanted to date again.
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