Brenda Jackson

Kayla Perrin

Felicia Mason

Cindi Louis

He'll leave you begging for more... THE BEST MAN Brenda Jackson's "Strictly Business" Houston freelance writer Gina Grant Farrell just got a job offer too good to refuse-a week on a Texas ranch to interview the ruthless, ambitious, and very handsome millionaire Mitch Farrell, who happens to be none other than her ex-husband! Is Mitch's proposal strictly business? Or is he planning a sizzling seduction and nights filled with strictly pleasure...? Kayla Perrin's "Kidnapped!" Nia Copeland's wedding in Fort Lauderdale is just perfect until her gorgeous, hardbody ex-boyfriend Jamal Simpson races in on his motorcycle and carries her off to prove he's the better lover. Now they're on the way to Key West headed toward the most irresistible passion-and maybe even true love... Felicia Mason's "Promises and Vows" Elise Gregory's marriage is cold as ice with her husband Jerome sleeping in the guestroom. Then his favorite aunt, a high priestess of New Orleans voodoo, arrives for a prolonged visit. That means Jerome has to move back to their bed. With the help of some magic, it's not long before the sparks are ignited, and desire is rediscovered... Cindi Louis' "Catch Me If You Can!" At 6'2" and a player for the Dallas Cowboys, no one can miss sexy Lonzell Jenkins, the best man at the wedding, especially wedding planner Leesa Fairchild. She shared an intense affair with Lonzell before he left without even a goodbye. Now, after four long years, she intends to show him what he's been missing-a searing passion that only she can fulfill...

Four Sensuous Novellas

The Best Man

One night of passion... Burkes of Sheridan Falls When a family wedding reunites Melissa Conwell with Aaron Burke, she's determined to prove she's over the gorgeous soccer star who broke her heart years before. Newly single Aaron wants another chance with Melissa and engineers a plan for a full-throttle seduction. Will Melissa risk heartbreak again for the elusive dream of a happily-ever-after?

Undeniable Attraction

Their romance was a modern-day fairy tale: handsome older millionaire falls hard for struggling young waitress. Robert swept Elsie off her feet—and into his bed—put a huge diamond on her finger and spirited her away in his private jet destined for happily-ever-after. Eight years later, Elsie Kolstadt realizes the clock has finally struck midnight. The five-star restaurants, exclusive address and exotic vacations can no longer make up for Robert's obsessive desire to control everything about their life together. From her hairstyle to her music playlists, Robert has things just the way he wants them. No matter what. But it's Robert's ultimate, unforgivable manipulation that finally shocks Elsie into action. Though divorce would strip her of everything, she can't live under Robert's roof any longer. Making her decision easier is Dion Carter, a high-school football coach with a heart of gold and a body of sculpted steel. Suddenly Elsie is deep in a steamy affair that could cost her everything—because Robert will stop at nothing to keep Elsie under his thumb.

Control

Never again, she vows. Now that her abusive ex-husband is in prison, Tamara Jackson has finally found some peace.

Until Now (Harts in Love, Book 4)

Essence bestselling author Kayla Perrin delivers a novel of suspense where a night of revenge turns deadly. "I was thinking of some kind of initiation. Tailored just for her. The kind that will teach her a lesson not to mess with me." --from We'll Never Tell Shandra James is a man stealer. It's a sport to her, a game that she always wins. As a pledge of the exclusive Alpha Sigma Pi sorority, she should know her place, and know not to throw herself at a sister's boyfriend. But she's marked a new target: Henry Reid. Henry's fiancée, Phoebe, and her sorority sisters, Miranda and Camille, decide to teach Shandra a lesson one night. A lesson that involves humiliation but nothing more. But unexpectedly the lesson turns deadly and the three women find themselves facing three new rules: Never mention what happened that night, protect each other, and tell no one. Yet when a murderer comes calling, they each discover that rules are meant to be broken. We'll Never Tell is Kayla Perrin's most provocative, suspenseful novel yet.

A Novel

We'll Never Tell

Nya Lowe has vowed to steer clear of future heartbreak. But when she sees her deceitful ex at a party, she does something totally out of character and puts the moves on sexy firefighter Tyler Johansen. As they stoke the flames of a dangerous desire, can they trust each other enough to turn their romance into a forever love?

Flames of Passion

The "Essence" bestselling author of "Tell Me You Love Me" and "Say You Need Me" presents a novel that is sure to leave fans cheering. "A fine storytelling talent."--"Toronto Star."

Gimme an O

I knew it wasn't true. It couldn't be. . . . And yet, I couldn't help staring at him, wondering. However fleeting, there was the slightest hint of doubt in my mind. Didi Randall doesn't think her life can get much worse than public humiliation when her boyfriend is the subject of a vicious rumor on campus. Despite their four-year relationship, the rumor puts a wedge between her and Drake, but Didi is hopeful that they can reconnect on the winter break cruise. She, Drake, and a handful of Lan-U students will be sailing the high seas of the Caribbean just before the start of the New Year and new semester. The cruise turns out to anything but happy and carefree when ugly secrets and grudges between friends are revealed. But Didi's troubles go beyond simple public humiliation when she wakes up on deck early in the morning, disoriented, and then learns that Drake is missing. It quickly becomes clear that he must have gone overboard. But was it an accident—or was it murder?

Winter Break

Bella Sinclair is about to turn 40. She's not particularly thrilled about this milestone birthday, especially now that she's been dumped by her only real boyfriend in several years. Turns out she was actually the other woman, as the louse was engaged to someone else. Now, she's sworn off men. She's done with them--forever. So why does her body betray her when her Sexy neighbor, former NFL star Andre Moore, asks her out? She knows she can't date him. He's ten years her junior. But one night in Paris with him, on a business trip where no one has to know--least of all her skeptical friends... Yes, Bella can do that. But will their one night in Paris quench her thirst, or leave her wanting more?

One Night In Paris

Donna Hill

Adrianne Byrd

Three short stories invole finding love in the winter season, from a sexy holiday key party to a radio talk show host looking for love and two travelers stranded in a snowstorm.

Finding the Right Key\'Round Midnight\Blind Faith

Holiday Fantasy

After her husband confesses to a racy but ultimately unfulfilling affair, Sophie Gibson's rage leaves her raw, unable to process his attempt to repair the damage by suggesting she have her own tryst.

Obsession (Mills & Boon Spice)

It's time to play the players Zienna Thomas has finally found a man with forever potential: Nicholas Aubry is charming, successful, easy on the eyes and tender in bed. Everything is great…until Nicholas introduces his longtime friend Wendell Creighton. Zienna already knows Wendell—every luscious inch of him. Once upon a time she'd thought Wendell was The One, but though they burned up the sheets together, he balked at a real commitment. Now Wendell is back on the scene, eyeing Zienna as if she's a cool drink on a blistering day…and she's feeling the heat, too. Soon Zienna is part of a torrid triangle, wondering which to choose: sweet, soul-satisfying Nicholas or scorching, sexy Wendell. But a wicked part of her wonders, Can't I have both? The naughty thrill of keeping two lovers in the dark and in her bed is powerful stuff. But Zienna knows she's playing a dangerous game—just how dangerous remains to be seen, because when the truth comes out and the testosterone-fueled rivalry threatens to explode, someone is goingto get burned….

Playing With Fire

Three years ago Brianne Kenyon suffered the unthinkable: her fiancé disappeared while hiking the Rocky Mountains, never to be seen again.

Freefall to Desire (New Year, New Love, Book 1)

Tragedy and heart break keep Mason Foley and Sabrina Crawford from letting anyone get too close, but the chemistry between the two makes love irresistible.

Burning Desire

One of the NFL's sexiest stars, Kahari Brown knows how to handle a football and a pretty lady--or so he always thought. But lately his smooth moves off the field are only getting him into hot water. And no one is hotter than Zo� Andrews, who would do anything to make it as a top sports reporter. When she thrusts a mic in Kahari's face and asks him if he's the father of a crazy fan's baby, the irate athlete's first inclination is to toss her out of the locker room on her shapely butt. But there's something about Zo� . . . Zo� can't help noticing that this brother is mighty fine. Now the heat is on and Zo� is wondering if she should have fanned the flames--because now she's falling for Kahari's charm, which is something she swore she'd never do. But is he sweet-talking his way into her heart for love--or for something else?

Sweet Spot

The Sweet Spot has nothing to do with football. . . . Just ask Kahari Brown, one of the NFL's sexiest stars. He knows how to handle a football, and always thought he had a way with the ladies. But his smooth moves off the field are only getting him into hot water these days. And no one is hotter than Zoë Andrews. When she thrusts a mic in his face and asks him if he's the father of a crazy fan's baby, he's ready to tackle her and toss her out of the locker room on her shapely butt. But there's something about Zoë . . . Zoë's Rule Number One: Never Date an Athlete! Zoë will do anything to make it as a top sports reporter, even ask the controversial question that puts her toe to toe with Kahari. Still, she can't help noticing that the brother is mighty fine. Now the heat is on and Zoë is wondering if she should have fanned the flames, because she's falling for Kahari's charm -- something she swore she'd never do. Yet it's hard to resist his smooth moves, making Zoë wonder, is he sweet-talking his way into her heart for love -- or for something else?

The Sweet Spot

Beverly Jenkins

Maureen Smith

Have yourself a sexy little Christmas... Overtime Love by Beverly Jenkins

Merry Sexy Christmas: Overtime Love / Ex-mas Reunion / A Holiday Affair (Mills & Boon Kimani Arabesque)

Anna J. Stewart

Melinda Curtis

Cari Lynn Webb

Four USA Today bestselling romance authors come together for Thanksgiving, telling the stories of four woman who have not had the best experiences with the men they have dated in their pasts. With the help of family and loved ones this holiday season, can they learn to open their hearts one more time? If they can dare to make the leap, they could find themselves finally, thankfully in love... There''s no place like home, especially during Thanksgiving. After spending ten years as an officer and analyst with a special division in a federal cyber-investigation, Tripp Atsilla is on the brink of burnout. Then he meets Parker Rutledge. Two years ago she changed her name and moved to a small town, hoping to leave the damage her ex-husband caused behind. Someone''s found her; someone who wants to make her pay for her ex-husband''s crimes. But can she trust Tripp? Can she trust anyone? ... Miranda Cox isn''t looking forward to heading home for Thanksgiving. She''d raved to everyone that Matthew was the one; now she has yet another failed relationship under her belt. Despite working as a translator in Ottawa, and loving travelling abroad, she''s thirty-four and still single. When Miranda arrives at Union Station in Toronto, she''s surprised to see Taz, her childhood friend. Years earlier, they''d drifted apart. Miranda was so hurt over the loss of their friendship. She''s also shocked to learn that he''s divorced. Miranda finds herself inviting him and his sick mother for Thanksgiving dinner at her parents'' place. It is finally their time? ... Chef Drew Barnett has been hired to create the perfect Thanksgiving for a potential restaurant investor, but a power outage has him scrambling to find a working kitchen. Jilted bride and food critic Claire Rothchild is pet-sitting a friend''s St. Bernard named Snowflake. She wants to hibernate for the holidays, but it turns out the guest house she''s staying in has power when the main house does not. Feeling uncomfortable for invading the privacy of his potential investor''s guest, Drew doesn''t know what to make of a food critic in his kitchen, just as Claire doesn''t know how to stop interfering with his dishes and passing tidbits to a mooching pooch. Is this a recipe for a Dog-Gone Holiday? Or for love? ... Born with a degenerative eye disease, photographer Kelsey Thomas knows two things: she will be legally blind within five years and her family wants to see her married and settled first. Then Kelsey''s boyfriend breaks up with her one week before she planned to introduce him to her family at her grandmother''s island commitment ceremony. At the resort bar, she meets Dr. Noah Lawson. He spends his life inside his lab developing cutting-edge techniques to slow the progression of vision loss. When he''s offered funding with strings--save the eyesight of the granddaughter of a wealthy investor--he''s reluctant to agree. Noah is smitten by Kelsey--so much so that he agrees to be her fake wedding date for the Thanksgiving holidays. Too late, he realizes her connection to his potential investor. Is this a set-up? Or fate? ... ********* DETAILED STORY PLOTLINES: Anna J. Stewart: At least that''s what Tripp Atsilla hopes after spending ten years as an officer and analyst with a special division in a federal cyber-investigation. The last few years he''s been neck deep with ICAC (Internet Crimes Against Children) and while he''s lasted longer than most, he''s on the brink of burnout. His last case turned into a nightmare; he was too late and someone he''d sworn to protect died. Going home feels like the perfect escape and Thanksgiving is an excellent time--his overwhelming family will be too distracted by the holiday to pay him much mind. Helping with the construction expansion of his brother''s deli/restaurant is just the recharge he needs. Striking up a friendship with one of the waitresses? Bonus. Starting over is something Parker Rutledge understands all too well. Two years ago she changed her name and moved to a small town, hoping to leave the damage her ex-husband caused behind. She loves her off the grid life working as a waitress in the local deli, but soon the phone calls, emails, and threats begin. Someone''s found her; someone who knows who she really is. Someone who wants to make her pay for her ex-husband''s crimes. But can she trust Tripp? Can she trust anyone? While the Atsila family prepares to celebrate Thanksgiving, Tripp finds himself tied up in knots over Parker. He knows there''s more to the woman than she''s let on and there''s nothing Tripp likes more than a puzzle to solve. When finally faced with the truth, he can only hope he''s not too late to save yet another innocent life: that of the woman he loves. Kayla Perrin: After her latest breakup, Miranda Cox isn''t looking forward to heading home to Toronto for Thanksgiving. She''d raved to everyone that Matthew was the one; now she has yet another failed relationship under her belt. To make matters worse, her sister is newly engaged and she''s bringing her fiancé. Her brother will be there with his new wife. Miranda feels like a failure. Thirty-four and still single! But she has a good reason. She''s been pursuing her career in Ottawa, working as a translator. She often travels abroad. Still, at her age, she''s regretting that she didn''t put as much effort into finding a relationship. As Miranda arrives at Union Station in Toronto, she''s surprised to see Taz, her childhood friend from school. Years earlier, they drifted apart when Taz got married and moved to the US. Miranda was so hurt over the loss of their friendship that she didn''t even keep in touch with him on Facebook. But she''s happy to see him now, a friendly face from her past. She''s shocked to learn that he''s divorced. They head back to their old neighborhood, but meet up for a drink and to catch up. Miranda learns that Taz never had children, that his marriage lasted years longer than it should have--and that many times, Taz wanted to reach out to her over the years. He''s missed their friendship. Miranda wants to still be mad at him, but she''s happy to have a friendly face to commiserate with. The truth is, she wasn''t able to forgive Taz for marrying someone else. She always hoped that one day they''d fall madly in love and he would marry her. Unfortunately, there''ll be no big dinner at Taz''s place. His mother is sick. He''s in town to spend time with her. Miranda finds herself inviting him and his mother for Thanksgiving dinner at her parents'' place. Melinda Curtis: Chef Drew Barnett wants to open his own restaurant. He''s been hired to create the perfect Thanksgiving for a potential investor, but a power outage has him scrambling to find a working kitchen. Jilted bride and food critic Claire Rothchild is holing up in her friend''s guest house while pet-sitting another friend''s St. Bernard named Snowflake. She wants to hibernate this holiday, but it turns out her guest house has power when the main house does not. Feeling uncomfortable for invading the privacy of his potential investor''s guest, Drew doesn''t know what to make of a food critic in his kitchen, just as Claire doesn''t know how to stop interfering with his dishes and passing tidbits to a mooching pooch. Is this a recipe for a Dog-Gone Holiday? Or for love? Cari Lynn Webb: She needs a wedding date... Born with a degenerative eye disease, photographer Kelsey Thomas knows two things: she will be legally blind within five years and her family wants to see her married and settled first. Things seem to be on track until Kelsey''s boyfriend breaks up with her one week before she planned to introduce him to her family at her grandmother''s island commitment ceremony. She knows how she''ll be spending her Thanksgiving professing her right to independence. He needs an angel investor in his research... Dr. Noah Lawson spends his life inside his lab developing cutting-edge techniques to slow the progression of vision loss, radical procedures that won''t be approved or pay dividends for years. To escape the pressure, he always spends his holidays solo at an exclusive island resort. When Noah''s offered funding with strings--save the eyesight of the granddaughter of a wealthy investor--he''s reluctant to agree. A chance meeting... At the resort bar, Noah is smitten by a stranger--so much so that he agrees to be her fake wedding date for the holiday. What''s the harm in that? Too late, he realizes Kelsey''s connection to his potential investor. Is this a set-up? Or fate?

A Thanksgiving Anthology

Thankfully in Love

With Mother's Day approaching, four women living in a picturesque coastal town discover a second chance at love when they finally find their happily-ever-after partners in this anthology of contemporary romance novellas. MOM WANTED Claire Bishop's life as an art teacher in Sea Glass Bay is full and rewarding, but her heart longs for a family she'll never have. When she agrees to help out widower, Sully Vaughn, by taking care of his daughter after school, Sully is concerned his little girl, Lindie, is growing too attached to her favorite teacher. Sully is trying his best to protect his child from the heartache of loss that nearly destroyed him, but he hasn't taken into account his passion for the dynamic woman--nor Lindie's determination to lay claim to the perfect mom. FATHER WANTED Jazzy Dunbar is enjoying life as a single mom, proving that you don't have to have a man to have it all. Jeremiah Caldwell, a good friend, made the perfect sperm donor. He's happy with their "no strings attached" relationship ... or is he? He wants to be more than a sometimes-father in baby Caleb's life. Jazzy doesn't want to ruin their friendship by allowing their attraction to flare, but when a serious situation threatens, will Jeremiah be able to prove that they can have love and the perfect family? HERO WANTED Single mom Leah Martin needs to find a wedding date for her ex-husband's wedding. Their son, Owen, is going to be the ringbearer and her attendance is required. But this florist has no time to date around the busy Mother's Day holiday, which is why she agrees to let her friends set her up for a blind date. Hank DeLeon's bar shares an alley with Leah's florist shop, which is the perfect location for a restaurant if she's willing to relocate. When he's asked to take her on a blind date, he has to wonder: is this a great chance for a business proposition? Or a once-in-a-lifetime chance at love? FAMILY WANTED After a corporate restructuring at her accounting firm, Paige Duffy moved north to Sea Glass Bay and opened a handmade candle booth at the coastal town's popular local craft market. Now her severance is running out and Paige discovers she's pregnant from a one night stand. Charter boat owner, Gavin Cole, lost his grandfather six months ago, promising him he'd finally pursue his dreams of sailing the open ocean. But when Paige tells him that she's pregnant with his child, Gavin must decide what adventure he really wants: the one he's always dreamed of, or the one he never believed possible.

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