Smartypants Romance

M.E. Carter

Rian Thompson thought she joined the gym to get healthy. Little did she know she was about to add hundred and ninety pounds of swoonworthy abdominal muscles and arrogance to her life. Every day in Rians’s life follows a predictable pattern, and she wouldn’t have it any other way. She’s got a nice job, a nice place to live, and a nice family – even if they are a little wedding-zilla-ish at the moment. She doesn’t need anything spectacular to be happy. She just needs to get healthy – mentally, physically. . . and maybe spiritually if that happens. But she’ll settle for two out of three until her sister finally gets hitched. Carlos Davies thought his life was perfect. Little did he know it was about to be turned upside down by a woman who is not his type. In Carlos’s mind, his life is damn near perfect. He’s got a great job, a great place to live, and a great stash of pick up lines that always work. It has occurred to him that maybe no one actually takes him all that seriously. But with these bulging biceps and thick, dark hair, does that even matter since he’s never sleeping alone? Welcome to Weight Expectations, where great—and unexpected—things happen. 'Weight Expectations' is a full-length contemporary romantic comedy, can be read as a standalone, and is book #1 in the Cipher Office series, Knitting in the City World, Penny Reid Book Universe.

Weight Expectations

Juked: verb. /jook-t/ A slang soccer term meaning: faked out, deceived, confused your opponent See examples Daniel Zavaro and Quincy Watson: As the rising star in Houston, Daniel has found fame as Captain of his Pro soccer team and the city’s most eligible bachelor. Daniel has everything – except someone special – and that suits him just fine. He doesn’t want, or need, complications. Quincy has baggage, and lots of it. After a tragic accident spins her world on its axis, she finds herself as a single mother, raising a newborn nephew she never knew she had. Between parenthood, her full-time job, and dealing with the suffocating grief of losing her sister, every day is a struggle. When they begin to cross paths unexpectedly and often, an unlikely friendship starts to evolve. Feelings change. Lines get crossed. What happens next surprises them both... Before they know it-- they’ve been Juked. Juked is the first book in the bestselling Texas Mutiny series. The series continues with: Groupie Goalie Megged Deflected Topics: contemporary romance, soccer romance, sports romance, soccer series, modern romance, hot romance, emotional romance, single mom romance, guardianship, HEA, strong heroine, Houston, interracial romance, multicultural romance, happy ending, alpha, romance, professional soccer, family, love, dating with kids, aquarium, stingray exhibit, colicky newborn, M.E. Carter, M.E. Carter soccer, single woman, single mother, alpha hero, Texas Mutiny series, celebrity friends, grief, loss, family dynamics, soccer captain.

A Texas Mutiny Soccer Romance

Juked

Living with her mother seemed like a good idea at the time. But Elliott Donovan’s living arrangements are not working for her anymore. Desperate to get back on her financial feet after a divorce and out from under her mother’s thumb, Elliott takes a job in the child care center at Weight Expectations, a local gym. It has everything she needs – family friendly hours, more pay than she expected, and a super cute trainer who just happens to have part of his house for rent. Abel DiSoto was living the good life until his wife walked out taking half of the family income with her. The blow to his ego was bad enough, but after a fire at the gym scattered Abel’s clients, and consequently his commissions, he’s stuck figuring out how to make ends meet, too. Renting out the master suite of his house to his new co-worker seems like an easy solution. They’re both mature adults, they both have eight-year-old daughters, and their work schedules coordinate so they can lend each other a helping hand to ease the burden of single parenthood. The only downside? Living like a blended family when you’re not actually a family can present some challenges. Welcome back to Weight Expectations, where the unexpected is likely to happen. ‘Cutie and the Beast’ is a full-length contemporary romantic comedy, can be read as a standalone, and is book #3 in the Cipher Office series, Knitting in the City World, Penny Reid Book Universe.

Roommates to Lovers Single Dad Romance

Cutie and the Beast

Rosalind Palmer was blessed with the perfect stage name. Or so she’s been told. There are just a few problems with it: 1) Her family doesn’t know she’s a stripper 2) She’d like to keep it that way 3) She got over the nickname somewhere around seventh grade. Unfortunately—because she likes her job and she really likes her independence—her unexpected pregnancy means Rosalind’s days on a pole are numbered. Even so, she’s determined to make this co-parenting thing work. Joey Marshall never thought much about having kids until he got the text announcing his impending fatherhood. Now it’s all he can think about. But there are a few concerns: 1) He doesn’t know anything about babies. 2) Adulting usually leads to disaster. 3) It’s his best friend’s cousin he knocked up. First things first, making sure his baby’s mama is in this for the long haul. Because now he’s got baby on the brain, he can’t wait to make this co-parenting thing into so much more. Now all he has to do is convince Rosalind, which shouldn’t be too hard . . . right? Join us at Weight Expectations. You never know what to expect. ‘Weights of Wrath’ is a full-length contemporary romance, and can be read as a standalone. Book #4 in the Cipher Office series, Seduction in the City World, Penny Reid Book Universe.

Weights of Wrath

Kissmas Eve

Goalie [goh-lee] noun a player in the goal whose duty is to prevent the ball from entering or crossing it See Santos and Mariana DeGuajarado As goalie of the Texas Mutiny, Santos is damn good at protecting that net. But he never bothered to protect his marriage. Letting the fame and notoriety go to his head, he lost the things he loved the most… his wife and kids. Now he has one shot to make it right before losing at this relationship game and he’s determined not to miss this time. Mariana has been scarred so deeply by Santos’s betrayals, she will carry the wounds forever. After almost ten years of marriage though, she knows him well, and she knows he won’t let go without a fight. Still, she refuses to be a push over. Because love is never enough… Goalie is the third book in the bestselling Texas Mutiny series. The series reading order is: Juked Groupie Goalie Megged Deflected Topics: contemporary romance, soccer romance, sports romance, soccer series, modern romance, hot romance, emotional romance, divorce romance, HEA, strong heroine, Houston, heart-wrenching, happy ending, alpha, romance, professional soccer, family, love, dating with kids, single parenting, M.E. Carter, M.E. Carter soccer, single woman, single mother, alpha hero, Texas Mutiny series, celebrity friends, infidelity, marriage counseling, second chances, redemption, forgiveness, child custody, groupies, rock bottom.

Goalie

My name is Jason Hart. As the best defensive lineman in the country, I eat, sleep and breathe football. And I like it that way. I’ve only got a few more years before I’ll have to retire, so expending energy on anything other than football seems like a waste of time. That is, until I have a random meeting with a little boy that just lost his father. We have more in common than you might think and it creates an unlikely bond. As our friendship grows, so do my feelings for his mother. I know Addison, as a recent widow, isn’t ready to date again. But I want to get to know her better, in spite of all her rejections. Is it possible that I, a self-proclaimed bachelor, could be having a Change of Hart? "Change of Hart is an impressive debut for M.E. Carter. With just the right mix of sexy and sweet, laugh out loud one-liners and relatable characters, Carter immerses readers in a story that’s much more than just a romance. I can’t wait to see what’s next for her." --Brenda Rothert, Bestselling Author of the "Fire on Ice" series "A fun and refreshing love story that is sure to put a smile on your face." –Kathryn Perez, Author of “THERAPY”, “Sex Unlimited,” “Love and Truth” and “Jessica’s Journal” "A sweet, sexy, touching story of romance and friendship. Definitely a touchdown". –AE Woodward, Author of “Kismet” and “Working Girl” "Real people get second chances at love too. Beautifully written with humor, romance and just the right amount of surprise. A must read!" -Dawn L. Chiletz, Author of “The Contest” Change of Hart is the first book in the bestselling Hart series. The series continues with: Hart to Heart Matters of the Hart Matters to Me Topics: contemporary romance, football romance, sports romance, football series, modern romance, hot romance, emotional romance, widow romance, HEA, strong heroine, Dallas, heart-warming, happy ending, alpha, romance, pro football, family, love, dating with kids, Halloween costumes, M.E. Carter, M.E. Carter football, single woman, single mother, alpha hero, Hart series, celebrity friends.

Change of Hart

We’re the Harts. Between an engagement, a wedding and an adoption, we’ve had the best year of our lives. Things have never looked better for Jaxon, Addison and myself. But just because you say “I do” doesn’t mean you get a happily ever after. And sometimes, you get tackled more in life than you ever did on the football field. The only way we’re going to make it through is if we do it together…Hart to Heart. ME Carter took her sweet fictional characters and turned them into what felt like real people in this novel. Don't miss this journey of love, heartbreak and triumph. -Kathryn Perez, Author of THERAPY Hart to Heart will put you on a roller coaster of emotions that fills your heart with butterflies, produces gasps and screams and leaves you smiling and crying at the same time. The ride is worth the fall. You'll want to do it again. -Dawn L. Chiletz, Author of The Contest A breathtaking story of what happens after the happily ever after. -AE Woodward, Author of Working Girl Honest and authentic, I was surprised by what this story made me feel; emotional and alive. -Sara Ney, Author of the Kiss & Make Up Series Hart to Heart is the second book in the bestselling Hart series. For maximum reading enjoyments, read Change of Hart first. Series includes: Change of Hart Hart to Heart Matters of the Hart Matters to Me Topics: contemporary romance, football romance, sports romance, football series, modern romance, hot romance, emotional romance, newlywed romance, HEA, strong heroine, Dallas, heart-warming, happy ending, alpha, cancer, pediatric cancer, pediatric oncology, romance, pro football, family, love, married with kids, surprise pregnancy, M.E. Carter, M.E. Carter football, alpha hero, Hart series, celebrity friends.

Hart to Heart

Groupie /ˈɡro͞opē/ a person, especially a young woman, who regularly follows a celebrity in the hope of meeting or getting to know them. See example Tiffany Wendel: Whore. Slut. Cleat Chaser. I’m used to the names so they don’t bother me. These are my boys. My friends. So what if I like to have dirty sex with them? My body is no one’s business but mine. Why is Rowen Flanigan making me re-think how I live my life? Making me question my choices? He’s only a rookie. rook·ie /ˈro͝okē/ a member of an athletic team in his first full season in that sport. See example Rowen Flanigan: Player. Son of a legend. Rookie. Sure, I’d heard the stories of the groupies before. Who hasn’t? I’ve just been more sheltered than my teammates. So what? I didn’t expect her to be smart. Witty. Kind. She brings me to my knees in every way – except one. That part? I’m saving until the time is right. So how in the hell did I end up falling for a Groupie like Tiffany? And how in the hell is this going to work when everyone at my job has had a piece of the one thing I haven’t? Groupie is the second book in the bestselling Texas Mutiny series. The series includes: Juked Goalie Megged Deflected Topics: contemporary romance, soccer romance, sports romance, soccer series, modern romance, hot romance, emotional romance, slut shaming, HEA, strong heroine, Houston, cleat chaser, happy ending, romance, professional soccer, Irish accents, family, love, newsroom, social media, revenge porn, M.E. Carter, M.E. Carter soccer, single woman, sensitive hero, virgin hero, Texas Mutiny series, celebrity friends, sports journalism, rookie, groupies, after parties.

Groupie

My name is Heath Germaine. As the starting cornerback for the Southeast San Antonio University football team, all eyes are on me. Under such crushing pressure, there’s no room for error in my bid to reach the NFL and help support my large family. With stakes this high, who can afford distractions? Not me, which is how I ended up in a fake relationship with the most irritating woman I know – Lauren Bagley. As a competitive gymnast, her only focus is securing a spot at the college nationals competition. If being her pretend boyfriend helps keep the idiot guys on her team off her back and the cleat chasers off mine, it’s a price I’m willing to pay. Nothing is real. We’re only pretending. Everything’s a game. So why does she suddenly matter to me?

A Football Romance

Matters to Me

In an instant he became her hero. Then he became her lover and her friend. My name is Jaxon Hart. You watched me grow up. You watched me fight for my life. Now, I’m fighting for hers. From the second I laid eyes on Annika Leander, I wanted to help her. Protect her. Vindicate her. But she’s got baggage to get through. Hell, we both do. A funny thing happens, though, when you finally connect with someone in a different way than you ever have before. The baggage doesn’t seem so heavy. I suppose that’s really the only thing that matters when the heart gets involved. Matters of the Hart is the third book in the bestselling Hart series. It is an interconnected stand alone and you don't need to read the others to enjoy. The series includes: Change of Hart Hart to Heart Matters of the Hart Matters to Me Topics: contemporary romance, new adult romance, football romance, sports romance, football series, college romance, modern romance, emotional romance, HEA, strong heroine, angsty, happy ending, alpha, rape, date rape, drugging women, romance, college football, love, M.E. Carter, M.E. Carter football, alpha hero, Hart series, #metoo.

Matters of the Hart

Sometimes the burn is worth it... After shooting the winning point in his first professional hockey game, Tucker Hayes is looking to blow off some steam. A swanky night club in the team’s fancy hotel is the perfect place to do that. When he catches sight of a beautiful bombshell who seems just as interested in him, it seems he might be able to score for the second time tonight. Finally doing life on her own terms, Lacy Hawkins is ready to take a break from the college books and have a night of sexy fun. Being able to let her hair down and act on her impulses is all she’s ever wanted, so it’s a no brainer to approach the huge, sexy man that’s caught her eye. All Lacy and Tucker are looking for is one night together. One night to scratch an itch. As their attraction sparks and their chemistry ignites, they’ll soon find out they’re playing with fire…. Playing with Fire is a 9,000 word introduction to how Tucker and Lacy met. It leads into Under Fire, set five years later when their paths cross again…

A Florida Glaze Hockey Prequel

Playing with Fire

Joie Stevens put all her dreams on hold the day she became a mom. As a natural caretaker, it never bothered her. But now that her son is grown, she has some new goals in sight and nothing is going to get in her way. Except maybe an attractive football coach. Who very literally gets in her way. As assistant football coach for the Flinton State University Vikings, Jack Pride really has nothing to complain about. He has a job he loves and friends he enjoys. Certain he had his one true love in his late wife, the last thing on his mind is dating.Until he runs into a beautiful non-traditional student. Who he very literally runs into. This second chance romance reminds us love can be better the second time around. And that it's not just players in the game. *****Pride & Joie is a three part story that follows the evolution of Jack Pride and Joie Stevens' relationship. Each part can be read as a stand alone story, but combined they create the complete novel.****

Pride & Joie

Andrea Johnston

Anabeth Carston

**NEWLY RE-EDITED AND EXPANDED TO INCLUDE NEVER-BEFORE-READ SCENES!** Clara Norton's infant daughter is dying and no one seems to know why. To make matters worse, the man who swore to be by her side has disappeared and left her to handle it all on her own. When a strange women makes a dramatic entrance into Clara's life, the solutions to her life-or-death problem is right in front of her. But it means everything Clara thought she knew is about to be challenged and her life will never be the same.

Panther

The Hart Series, Matters Edition, follows Jaxon Hart and his college friends as they navigate life and love as adults. This box set includes: Matters to Me (Hart Series Book #4) - Heath and Lauren are practically sworn enemies, but as athletes, they may have more in common than they first think. Matters to You (Hart Series Book #5) - You're not supposed to be attracted to your employee, but Paul may not have a choice when single-mom Kiersten is hired to work at his bar. Matter of Time (Hart Series Book #6) - Kade is determined to pine for Nicole from afar while she heals from an abusive relationship, but a change in circumstance forces them to be closer than ever. Matter of Fact (Hart Series Book #7) - In an instant, the trajectory of Ellery's life completely changed. Good thing Liam is there to help her pick up the pieces, while she helps him try to navigate the next stage of his life.

Books 4-7

The Hart Series Box Set, Matters Edition

This isn’t my life. Okay, it *is* my life, but not the way I envisioned it would be. I wasn’t supposed to be a divorced mother of three when I turned the big 4-0. Sure, I expected the fine lines, gray hairs and left over baby belly. What I didn’t expect was expanding our family get-togethers by one… my ex-husband’s new child bride. Ok, ok, she’s not young. Maybe. Did I mention this is not the life I planned? It could always be worse, I know. I’m lucky to have a mother who loves to babysit, a best friend who loves sarcasm, and a new friend by the name of Greg who is a child whisperer and tells me my eyes are pretty. *Sigh*… Greg. The perfect, Adonis-like God of a man who keeps flirting with me. At least I think he’s flirting with me. It’s been so long, I don’t really know. Between birthday parties, a few ill-advised bouts with make-up, and a whole slew of gymnastics classes, it’s finally time to take back some control. So, while my girls learn all about how to grip the bar, I’m going to learn how to get a grip on my life. And maybe my heart.

(Getting a Grip Duet #1)

Getting A Grip

Life has a funny way of throwing you off balance. Take me for example. I spent years in a bad marriage with a self-serving ass, only to have the love of my life show up when I least expected him. Greg helped me on my journey of self discovery and taught me that, no, I’m not perfect. But I’m perfectly me. It was an amazing journey. We laughed hard. We loved even harder. And then he was suddenly and cruelly ripped away from me by the unclenching jaws of fate. Ok, so it wasn’t that dramatic. And I really need to stop watching the Investigation Channel. But now Greg is back and as it turns out, re-incorporating someone into your life isn’t that easy. Between jobs, kids, and barely-there friendships, life and love can be messy. Making it all work is a balancing act. But we’re determined to get it in check. Balance Check is the conclusion to Greg and Elena's story. To see how they got to this point, one-click Getting a Grip today!

(Getting a Grip duet Part 2)

Balance Check

Megged: noun. /meg-d/ a playing technique where the aim is to kick, roll, dribble, throw, or push the ball between an opponent's legs See examples Santos and Mariana DeLaGuajardo: It’s been two years and three months since Santos has had sex. Not that he’s keeping track. After the way he betrayed the love of his life, he’s willing to give up sex altogether as long as it means keeping her in his life. But that doesn’t mean he hasn’t thought about it… Despite living in the same house for months, Mariana is still hesitant to cross that final, physical line. The wounds that Santos left combined with her insecurities stop her from taking what she really wants. When a misunderstanding makes them realize they’re finally on the same page, Santos and Mari must decide what’s most important to them. But this time, it’ll be Mari’s way or nothing. *****MEGGED IS A 13,000 WORD SHORT FOLLOW UP TO GOALIE. Megged is the fourth book in the bestselling Texas Mutiny series. The series order is: Juked Groupie Goalie Megged Deflected Topics: contemporary romance, soccer romance, sports romance, soccer series, modern romance, hot romance, emotional romance, divorce romance, HEA, strong heroine, Houston, happy ending, alpha, romance, professional football, family, love, dating with kids, M.E. Carter, M.E. Carter soccer, single woman, single mother, single father, alpha hero, Texas Mutiny series, second chances, sex dreams, fantasies, reconciliation, erotic romance

Megged

Dribblato: verbo intransitivo. Nel gioco del calcio, eseguire il dribbling. In senso figurativo e con uso transitivo significa eludere, scansare abilmente. Come ad esempio, Daniel Zavaro e Quincy Watson: Star emergente della città di Houston, Daniel ha trovato fama come capitano della sua squadra di calcio e in breve è diventato lo scapolo più ambito della città. Daniel ha tutto ciò che vuole – con l'eccezione di una persona speciale - ma gli sta bene così. Non vuole e non ha bisogno di complicazioni. Quincy di complicazioni ne ha tante. Dopo un tragico accidente che stravolge la sua vita, si trova in breve tempo ad essere una madre single, allevando il nipote di cui non sapeva nulla. Tra l'imparare a fare da mamma, il suo lavoro a tempo pieno, e il dolore soffocante della perdita di sua sorella, ogni giorno è una lotta. Quando le loro strade s’incrociano spesso e inaspettatamente, tra i due nasce un’amicizia inverosimile che continua ad evolvere. I loro sentimenti cominciano a cambiare. I limiti vengono oltrepassati, e quello che succede li sorprende entrambi... Prima che se ne accorgano – sono stati dribblati.

Dribblato

No one has ever wanted me so why would she? My name is Kade Maxwell. You probably don’t remember me. I’m not a rich athlete. I’m not a bar owner. Hell, I’m not even in medical school like the guy I thought was my older brother. I’m just a college guy with no family trying to figure out the direction my life is taking. That means taking classes, gaming with my online friends and working behind the counter of a premiere sports bar. I enjoy it. I make good tips and have regular social interaction with interesting people. Unfortunately, that social interaction has taken an awkward turn now that the woman I love from a distance is slinging drinks behind the bar with me. As the soon-to-be sister-in-law of my boss, Nicole Willoughby is off-limits. Not just because she’s too good for me — and with her beauty both inside and out, she is — but because she’s still healing from the worst kind of betrayal. It makes my stomach turn just thinking about the abuse she suffered at her ex’s hands. When he begins poking around in her new life, I instinctively know someone like me, who no one would call an alpha male, could never protect her. But I can offer up the empty bedroom in my apartment so she never has to fear being alone. It seems to be a solution that works for everyone, except maybe my bleeding heart. But I’ll put up with it as long as she is safe. Because I’d rather have her as a friend and a roommate than not have her at all.

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