Tressie Lockwood

Previously published.A one night stand in a limo with her boss’s son had consequences Zacari didn’t count on. But when she had been trying to get over finding her cheating ex-boyfriend in bed with her best friend, Keary seemed to be just what she needed to exercise her demons and satisfy a sexual void she never knew she had.Keary O’Connor didn’t care what Zacari’s motives were the night she wouldn’t take no for an answer. What red-blooded man could turn down a seductress with smooth tawny-colored skin and a body he couldn’t get out of his head? He had to have her, and he wanted her again. His only problem now was in convincing her that he would not be like her ex, and what he wanted went beyond the physical and would last a lifetime.

Something Unexpected

Sequel to A Friend and A LoverDiamond is wild and beautiful. Men flock to her side and she just can't seem to tell them no. As hard as she tries to change her reputation for being a slut, she fails again and again. Then Kanji walks into her life, giving her pleasure then taking it away. Never in her life has she enjoyed a man's touch so much. Yet, Kanji won't give in until he knows she really loves him.But when Diamond goes back to her old ways, Kanji knows it's time to step up his assault on her senses. Alone together in a remote cabin, things heat up, that is until Diamond learns that Kanji has a few secrets of his own.

A Friend, #2

Diamond

Vanity came from a childhood of hunger and neglect, so she has a hard time trusting anyone. When the holidays roll around, she usually finds every excuse not to visit the kind aunt who saved her when her parents turned their backs. This year, she gives in to Aunt Ella's invite and travels to Charlotte, only to meet the very sexy and very interested Owen. Owen sets out to show Vanity Christmas is a time for family and sharing, and if she'll just open her heart, she'll receive all the love a man can give.

Can't Buy Your Love

Author's Note: This work is CLEAN. Novette Kagen walked away from the man she loved and the comfortable life she knew. She lived beneath the radar for five years until her dad's right hand man found her. With Zaid Sutherland's return into her life, Novette is reminded of how much she loves him. While she learns that Zaid loves her as much as she loves him, the reasons she left home are still a wall between them. Novette's dad wants to control her life like he controls everything and everyone around him. He's ruthless and won't see reason. Novette wants to run again with Zaid, but Zaid is loyal to her dad. Zaid protects a secret that could destroy Novette's world. After Novette is almost killed because of her dad's work, Zaid must make a move. But how can they build a life together when there is no way forward? Keywords: Interracial romance, multicultural romance, contemporary romance, clean romance, wholesome romance

No Way Forward: Interracial Romance

Stacia Hart thinks she's finally found The One. All she has to do is bring him to Friday night dinner with her parents and siblings. Unfortunately, her man won't introduce her to his family, and he won't let her introduce him to hers. On days when she meets her lover for an afternoon quickie, she tries not to rock the boat. Her man loves her, and that should be enough. But in walks Bradley Shaw with her lover's wife! Stacia is devastated to learn The One belongs to another woman, and she's been made a fool. The only way Stacia can make it through the worst day of her life is with the help of Bradley, her cheating lover's uncle. Bradley is twenty years Stacia's senior, but he's sexier and sweeter-natured than her previous lover. Stacia has no intention of getting involved with Bradley. He's just a kind person, who cared that she was okay after the heartbreak. Loneliness makes them reach out to each other just for friendship, but friendship turns into much more. When Bradley decides he won't treat Stacia as a dirty secret, his decision backfires. No one believes Stacia knows her own heart or that Bradley could actually love her. Stacia's family tries to destroy the relationship in the harshest way possible. Stacia might be young, but she won't let anyone stand in her way. She can plot as well as the next person. If Bradley truly is the man she's dreamed of, then she'll hatch a plan that will make him hers forever-even if it means standing alone.

Cerulean Secret

Heath and Deja have reached Siberia, Texas, a place they thought was a safe haven where the tiger shifters can live together and not fear Spiderweb, the organization that created them. All is not perfect in their new home. Heath and Deja's relationship is on rocky ground. Deja wants to start a family as soon as possible, only to be floored with Heath's declaration that they are not having kids--ever! Now Deja is questioning whether Heath is the man for her when she has two other options, and Heath has an unattached female shifter sniffing around him. Tension between the two of them rises as conflict in Siberia reaches a horrible climax. This title previously published. ** interracial romance, multicultural romance, shifter romance, bwwm, paranormal romance

The Haven Series Book Two

Tiger Born: Interracial Romance

Previously published as part of an anthology. Cody Everett stopped celebrating Christmas when he lost his parents to an icy road at eighteen. Ever since, he lets the holidays pass as any other time of year. He figures he’ll play a few board games, hit a bar or two for an easy pickup if he gets lonely, and he doesn’t have to worry about his twin brother wanting to do the family thing because Beau feels just as he does about this time year. Everything changes when he rescues Kaleena Morgan. Kaleena can’t imagine finding happiness after a painful loss, but she’s decided to rewrite her life and the Christmas holiday, and she’s determined to drag Cody into old and new experiences too. When she shows up at his house unannounced with big plans for the two of them, will he welcome her, or run her off his ranch? ** interracial romance, erotic romance, multicultural romance, holiday, Christmas, bwwm

Nobody's Lover: Interracial Romance

A one night stand in a limo with her boss's son had consequences Zacari didn't count on. But when she had been trying to get over finding her cheating ex-boyfriend in bed with her best friend, Keary seemed to be just what she needed to exercise her demons and satisfy a sexual void she never knew she had. Keary O'Connor didn't care what Zacari's motives were the night she wouldn't take no for an answer. What red-blooded man could turn down a seductress with smooth tawny-colored skin and a body he couldn't get out of his head? He had to have her, and he wanted her again. His only problem now was in convincing her that he would not be like her ex, and what he wanted went beyond the physical and would last a lifetime.

Odessa has been in love with Steven for years, ever since she first met him when she was seven, and he was nineteen. But Steven has been best friends with her sister since they were in high school, and even though she's now twenty-three to his thirty-five, Odessa feels like Steven doesn't realize she's grown into a woman. She's wrong of course. After his grandfather died, Steven felt like the only family he has is Sherise and Odessa, and he doesn't want to screw that up for a night in the bed with Odessa. Still, he can't stop wanting her. She's grown into a desirable woman, one who is so beautiful that men are always after her, making Steven want choke every last one. Not until they are thrown together on a beach for their summer vacation are the two able to explore the desire they have for one another, but what's going to happen when the vacation is over, when their lives take separate directions? Will Steven admit that there is more than lust between them, or will he lose the thing he has been trying so hard to hold onto all along? ** interracial romance, multicultural romance, ir, contemporary romance, firefighter

The Firefighter's Woman: Interracial Romance

Shiya flew to Juneau, Alaska to confirm if the man she's been chatting up online is truly a shape-shifter. This was to be her first job in the field. As a tech geek, she's used to staying behind her computer and gathering all pertinent information about the existence of shifters so her family--shifter hunters for generations--can go and do the dirty work. All Shiya was supposed to do was to seduce Birk into revealing himself. What she didn't count on was how hot the man was in real life. She couldn't deny their chemistry and the reaction her body had to Birk. When Birk suggests they act on their mutual attraction, she can't say no. Then he sets the stakes even higher. He wants her to make his best friend her lover too. Kotori is the hottest Native American Shiya has ever seen, and her lust is ignited even more, especially given the danger she sees lurking deep in Kotori's eyes. Two lovers--her family doesn't have to know she took the seduction to something physical, right? And when her play is over, she can go back home to San Diego with no qualms. After all, they're just animals. Shiya's reasoning is put to the test when her heart gets involved, and her life in danger when Birk and Kotori reveal they know who she is. Shiya's family wants Birk and Kotori dead, and her lovers want to lure the famous hunter family to their deaths. Shiya is caught in the middle. All that's left is abduction and seduction until something gives.

Juneau Heat

Arik Johansson grew up in the foster care system after his mother abandoned him. He's known the betrayal of family and has decided he doesn't want one of his own. Keeping emotions in check has always worked for him. Unfortunately, he made the mistake of taking his secretary as his lover. Chevelle Taylor is everything Arik wants in a woman. She is beautiful and intelligent and doesn't hesitate to speak her mind. Arik told her from the start he can't offer her anything other than an affair. Chevelle accepts his deal, and all is as it should be in his life. Then a man shows up in his office telling him he has brothers and bringing back memories Arik prefers to forget. His orderly world is beginning to tilt, and to make matters worse, Chevelle might be cheating on him. Time to make some decisions that take things from bad to worse.

Ice in His Veins

Previously published. Nyah has serviced Ethan’s custom built car for months, and she can’t wait to see him each time he comes into her shop. But how can a man who comes from money like he does—a playboy who owns a penthouse apartment in uptown Charlotte—take a mechanic like her seriously? Half the time she can’t get all the grease from under her chipped fingernails, and she’s more comfortable in a ratty T-shirt and jeans than a dress and heels. Hell, she doesn’t even own a dress. That doesn’t stop Ethan from offering her what he is interested in—a no strings attached sexual relationship. Nyah’s fearful of losing her heart, but she can’t resist the man’s touch or his words. His world is nothing like she’s ever experienced, but when all is said and done, and Ethan’s interest cools, will she be able to walk away unscathed? ** interracial romance, contemporary romance, bwwm

Unsuited: Interracial Romance

Nyah has serviced Ethan's custom built car for months, and she can't wait to see him each time he comes into her shop. But how can a man who comes from money like he does-a playboy who owns a penthouse apartment in uptown Charlotte-take a mechanic like her seriously? Half the time she can't get all the grease from under her chipped fingernails, and she's more comfortable in a ratty T-shirt and jeans than a dress and heels. Hell, she doesn't even own a dress. That doesn't stop Ethan from offering her what he is interested in-a no strings attached sexual relationship. Nyah's fearful of losing her heart, but she can't resist the man's touch or his words. His world is nothing like she's ever experienced, but when all is said and done, and Ethan's interest cools, will she be able to walk away unscathed?

Unsuited

Author's Note: This title is CLEAN. It is the sequel to Planning His Wedding.Willem betrayed Neena, and Neena betrayed him right back. Then she left town pregnant with his baby. When she returns four years later, she claims her son isn't his. Not even her best friend Shona believes her, but Neena is closed-mouthed about her life while she was gone. She's determined to start over and leave the past behind.When Willem learns about Neena's son, he's determined to find out if the boy is his. He made mistakes four years ago that he regrets, but he won't let Neena push him away because of them. He will show her what she meant to him then and what she means to him now.Willem's family didn't stay out of their business four years ago, and they refuse to stay quiet now. Manipulation and interference almost destroyed Neena and Willem. The Visser family is powerful and will do whatever is necessary to protect their own.

The Bribe and the Baby

Author's Note: This work is CLEAN. It is the sequel to Planning His Wedding. Willem betrayed Neena, and Neena betrayed him right back. Then she left town pregnant with his baby. When she returns four years later, she claims her son isn't his. Not even her best friend Shona believes her, but Neena is closed-mouthed about her life while she was gone. She’s determined to start over and leave the past behind. When Willem learns about Neena's son, he's determined to find out if the boy is his. He made mistakes four years ago that he regrets, but he won’t let Neena push him away because of them. He will show her what she meant to him then and what she means to him now. Willem's family didn't stay out of their business four years ago, and they refuse to stay quiet now. Manipulation and interference almost destroyed Neena and Willem. The Visser family is powerful and will do whatever is necessary to protect their own.

The Bribe and the Baby: Interracial Romance

If Rowan knew what happened on the day his wife died, he wouldn’t have asked Brielle to marry him. If Brielle had any sense, she wouldn’t have said yes. But their marriage is an arranged one, without hope of love. Rowan still pines for the woman who wasn’t what he thought she was, and Brielle is racked with guilt over her part in Rowan’s late wife’s death. Brielle never saw herself falling in love with her chilly but generous husband. The life of financial security she envisioned has grown complicated, and she doesn’t know which way to turn. When she learns she’s pregnant, she thinks it’s time to stop living in a fantasy world, but leaving Rowan is harder than telling him the truth. ** interracial romance, multicultural romance, contemporary romance, baby romance, holiday romance, Christmas, bwwm

If Rowan Knew...

Author's Note: This work is clean. Gerard has lived alone for many years, and that’s the way he likes it. When he hears that Declan Hughes has taken over leadership of his people, he goes to see for himself. That’s when his life gets too complicated. She’s human, and apparently she’s his mate. He wants nothing to do with humans—or her. But she’s headstrong and determined to put her life in danger. He has to protect her. He has to…make her his. Lachelle has one thing on her mind—well two. She wants be a cop, and she wants a baby. She thought she was on the road to having both. Until she learns secrets about her boyfriend she can’t ignore. And a man drops from the sky who makes her want to rethink everything. **interracial romance, clean romance, wholesome romance, shifter romance, paranormal romance, bwwm

Shifter For Hire: Interracial Romance

Previously published. All Raina can think about is the possibility that she might be pregnant, but her boyfriend tells her to get rid of it if it's true. Angry and hurt, she goes to confront him at his brother's house only to find he's been killed in a car accident. Stunned and grieving more because her baby will be born without a father than the loss of a man she only now realizes wasn't right for her, Raina accepts comfort from Hunter, her late boyfriend's brother. But Hunter and she have never gotten along. Hunter is ex-military, rigid, and condescending. He never seemed to feel Raina was good enough for his brother despite the fact that she busted her butt for her masters degree and was making something of her life. Raina can't understand why Hunter would now be the one to support her and even ask to be named as the baby's father. Hunter doesn't care how long Raina fights him. He will be there for her and the baby. He knows he made the wrong choices before his brother passed allowing Raina to see only a cold exterior. The truth is from the moment he laid eyes on her, he was lost. He has to win her heart or lose the woman he's been hopelessly devoted to for years. The challenge is not managing Raina but loving her. If he can find the balance, just maybe she'll run into his arms where she belongs.

Hopelessly Devoted to You: Interracial Romance

Author's Note: This work is clean. Declan will do whatever he needs to do to protect his best friend. He runs off Janessa’s dates who are actually predators or ex-cons. He watches over her from afar because that’s all he’ll ever be able to do for her. No matter how much Declan loves Janessa, it doesn’t change the fact that he has a secret he’s ashamed of. Janessa is in love with her best friend and business partner Declan. She’ll never be in a serious relationship with him because both of them lie for a living. How can she trust him if Declan turns to her for more than friendship? Choices for both are ripped away when Declan’s past comes knocking and they’re taken hostage. This time, Declan’s not sure if he’s strong enough to protect Janessa, and Janessa doesn’t know if she can accept that Declan isn’t even human. ** interracial romance, multicultural romance, shifter romance, clean romance, paranormal romance

Liar For Hire: Interracial Romance

Stacia Hart thinks she’s finally found The One. All she has to do is bring him to Friday night dinner with her parents and siblings. Unfortunately, her man won’t introduce her to his family, and he won’t let her introduce him to hers. On days when she meets her lover for an afternoon quickie, she tries not to rock the boat. Her man loves her, and that should be enough. But in walks Bradley Shaw with her lover’s wife! Stacia is devastated to learn The One belongs to another woman, and she’s been made a fool. The only way Stacia can make it through the worst day of her life is with the help of Bradley, her cheating lover’s uncle. Bradley is twenty years Stacia’s senior, but he’s sexier and sweeter-natured than her previous lover. Stacia has no intention of getting involved with Bradley. He’s just a kind person, who cared that she was okay after the heartbreak. Loneliness makes them reach out to each other just for friendship, but friendship turns into much more. When Bradley decides he won’t treat Stacia as a dirty secret, his decision backfires. No one believes Stacia knows her own heart or that Bradley could actually love her. Stacia’s family tries to destroy the relationship in the harshest way possible. Stacia might be young, but she won’t let anyone stand in her way. She can plot as well as the next person. If Bradley truly is the man she’s dreamed of, then she’ll hatch a plan that will make him hers forever—even if it means standing alone. ** interracial romance, erotic romance, multicultural romance, contemporary romance, baby romance, pregnancy romance

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