Pippa Grant has revealed the cover for The Last Eligible Billionaire!
Releasing: March 3, 2022
Emotionally unavailable doesn’t even begin to describe my new fake boyfriend. He’s cold. He’s distant. He has more defenses than a nuclear missile silo. And he’s the ultimate catch of the century. At least, according to his bank statement.
My job’s simple: Keep Hayes Rutherford’s matchmaking relatives and all interested ladies away from the cranky, grumpy, walled-off heir to my favorite movie empire, and in return, he won’t ruin my life over a teensy, tiny little misunderstanding.
But the more I sneak past Hayes’s walls and fences, the more I realize that while we might be from different worlds, we have more in common than either of us expected. The man under all the glitz, glamour, and dollar signs could be the real love of my life.
But you know what they say about fake dating a billionaire—it’s all fun and games until the scandals start.
The Last Eligible Billionaire is a swoony, laugh-out-loud romance featuring a botched wax job, a woman in over her head, a man in over his heart, and the sweetest misguided dog to ever play matchmaker…or at least make sure these two anti-love birds never have clothes when they get out of the shower.
Pippa Grant is a USA Today Bestselling author who writes romantic comedies that will make tears run down your leg. When she’s not reading, writing or sleeping, she’s being crowned employee of the month as a stay-at-home mom and housewife trying to prepare her adorable demon spawn to be productive members of society, all the while fantasizing about long walks on the beach with hot chocolate chip cookies.
I dare you. I dare you to read Andi Burns’s Uninhibited and NOT fall in love with Whit, her hero. I’ve been beta-reading for Andi Burns for the past two Bainbridge University series books, and I loved Ty and Knox. However, Whit stole my heart. His heroine, Lucy, calls him a “golden retriever,” insinuating that he’s “happy go lucky” without a care in the world beyond partying and hooking up with girls. However, it’s clear from the start that Caleb Whitman is simply someone who loves the people he loves HARD. Thankfully, for her, Lucy is one of those people. Uninhibited shows their complication, though. For one, these two are opposites. Lucy is buttoned-up, organized, and ambitious. She and her father set her plan when she was younger, and she works that plan almost to her detriment. In contrast, Whit is disorganized (due to his mental health issues), passionate about life, and not sure about his future. It seems as though these two couldn’t possibly be a match, but throughout the course of Uninhibited, it’s clear that they are suited to each other.
When their parents meet and fall in love, it complicates a potential future, but the longer these two spend time together, it’s clear that they are fated. Through their parents’ marriage, a road trip, Lucy’s constant skepticism, and a potential scandal, Andi Burns puts her couple through the paces and crafts a story that shows the endearing love of a hero to his heroine. Again, I dare you to read and leave Uninhibited, saying that Whit was just “meh.” He is the type of hero who underestimates his power to love people through the difficulties of life. From its early draft to its current release, Andi Burns’s newest book is a story that makes you believe in love.
I’m certain that Ella Frank is one big ole tease. If her newest book, Wicked Heat, is any indication. What do you get when you write two very different men, craft off-the-page chemistry, and then decide to complicate their lives with one hero who cannot seem to move beyond his past? A story that is difficult to put down. And that was definitely my experience with Wicked Heat, the first book of her Chicago Heat series.
Wicked Heat is part of a duet or duology, as some people call it. It’s the foreplay to a bigger story that’s to come. It features Jameson and Ryan who I’m sure people have met in other Frank romances, given the number of times former character names are dropped all over this book. Ryan is the personal assistant for Alexander Thorne, an Anderson-Cooper-inspired character. He grew up in a middle-class family with middle-class family problems. He’s buttoned up and GQ, as Jameson calls him. Jameson is the guy from the other side of town, the South Side in Chicago to be exact. They meet one night in a bar in that area where it’s clear that Ryan is out of place. Jameson acts as his boyfriend to save him from an overly affectionate bar patron. Ryan is instantly smitten with Jameson. While Jameson is attracted to Ryan, he leaves him because he knows the two aren’t suited for each other. Unfortunately, fate steps in again when Ryan is tasked with visiting a local firehouse for footage for his news correspondent boss. There, he runs into Jameson, who happens to be a local firefighter at that station. Their attraction is undeniable, and eventually, these two accept their attraction. Everything seems fine for them at first, but Jameson’s past continues to muddy their relationship. By the end of this book, be prepared for Ella Frank to leave you hanging about their status.
From their start, Jameson and Ryan are fraught, and it isn’t Ryan’s issue. In fact, the only way to potentially ruin this duet is by causing Ryan to be a doormat to Jameson’s insecurities. Thankfully, Frank is careful about this at the end of the book, showing a strength of character in Ryan that is refreshing. Ryan is caring, compassionate, and turns a blind eye to Jameson’s past. Jameson, however, is the one with emotional walls erected high. I predict the best part of the next book will be Jameson’s journey as he begins to accept that he and Ryan can have different pasts and still love each other. However, we aren’t there yet, and don’t be surprised if you leave Wicked Heat wishing for a different love interest for Ryan. Quite frankly, Ryan seems too good for Jameson. Yet, Jameson needs Ryan. Frank uses Ryan to humanize Jameson, granting him feelings that he cannot allow himself to feel. I’m excited about the next book in the series because Wicked Heat lit the pilot light, but it’s ready for a three-alarm blaze.
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Overall Grade: 4.5 ⭐️
I love a surprise from an author. After reading several emotion-heavy, BDSM stories on Elizabeth SaFleur’s booklist, having the opportunity to read a rom-com from her is refreshing and absolutely a shock. Her newest story, It Was All the Pie’s Fault, has all the qualities I love in a rom-com. An erstwhile heroine who is quite a bit short-sighted. In this story, her heroine, Chloe, is downright blind in her interest in a colleague. Thinking he is her soulmate, she fails to notice his flaws. Enter SaFleur’s hero, Nick. The foil to Chloe, Nick and Chloe have instant chemistry much to Chloe’s shock and disdain. Over and over again, Nick and Chloe meet, and their attraction grows while Chloe’s interest in her “soulmate” wanes. All of this is underscored by Chloe’s magical pies, pies that grant wishes for their consumers. With Chloe’s naivete and Nick’s charm, Elizabeth SaFleur’s story made for a delicious read. From Chloe and Nick’s banter to Chloe’s blinding commitment to a plan that will fail her to a pseudo-hero in Russell, the jerk of this story, to a message about prejudgment based on appearances to the surprise that Nick can fall in love much to his chagrin, I adored this story. It isn’t doing anything new, necessarily, but it’s the type of reading that you can lose yourself in for a day when the pressures of life threaten to get you down. That it comes from Elizabeth SaFleur who already grabs my attention is an even bigger treat. If you love small-town romance with an independent but misguided heroine, a hero who is all kinds of alpha but a bit of a player…at least until he meets the heroine, and some magical pies, then you will enjoy the pages of It Was All the Pie’s Fault.
I can’t be trusted with anyone’s heart, especially hers.
Whit
My first memory is of breaking my mom’s heart. Yea, people know me as the good-time guy, the guy with the jokes, the deejay who’s always up for a party. But underneath all of that, I’m the guy who lets people down wherever I go.
The one person who sees past all my bullshit is Lucy. She always has, since we were thirteen and she hated my guts. But I’ve never hated her. Lucy is my ideal in every way– gorgeous and funny and smart and takes no shit with an ass that’s the stuff of my dreams. Too bad she’s also my stepsister.
But don’t worry, ma. Nothing to see here. Afterall, Lucy can’t stand me, so when we go roadtripping together, nothing will happen, right?
Except it does. And neither one of us is ready for the fallout.
Uninhibited is a full-length novel with a fun-loving hero, a straightlaced, goal-oriented heroine, a Stepsister trope, and an HEA. It is the third inter-connected standalone in the Bainbridge University Series and it follows Uncovered and Unknown. They are all standalones, but for the best reader experience, they should be read in order.
Andi Burns writes contemporary romance infused with humor, sass, and steam. She loves a happily-ever-after as much as her characters do, and she always reads the last page of a book first, just to make sure it all turns out okay. Andi lives in Pennsylvania with her husband and two daughters. When she’s not writing, she’s reading, folding laundry, or daydreaming about her next hero and heroine.
What’s the worst that could happen if I let this desire burn out of control?
Wicked Heat, an all-new opposites-attract mm romance, and the first book in the Chicago Heat Series from USA Today bestselling author Ella Frank, is live now!
Ryan Kind, caring, and protective. Those are the three qualities I’m looking for when it comes to my dream man. In a city as big as Chicago, you wouldn’t think he would be that hard to find, right? Wrong. Sure, my boss found a super-sexy detective and my best friend fell madly in love with the most eligible bachelor around. But the only person I’ve met recently is a broody bad boy who saved me at a sketchy pub. He’s grumpy, rude, and honestly, not that likeable at all. Hardly my “dream” guy. So why can’t I stop thinking about him?
Jameson I don’t do friendships. I don’t do relationships either. The very last thing I’m looking for in life is to fall in love and live happily ever after. So saving some rich guy from losing his wallet is the last thing I want to do on a Friday night. Especially when he looks like someone who just stepped off the cover of GQ. Fate seems to have other ideas, though, and every time I turn around, he’s there. A wicked heat simmers between us, threatening to ignite, and though I’ve been trained to put out the flames, I can’t help but think: What’s the worst that could happen if I let this desire burn out of control?
About Ella Frank Ella Frank is the USA Today Bestselling Author of the Temptation series, including Try, Take, and Trust and is the co-author of the fan-favorite erotic serial, Sex Addict. Her Exquisite series has been praised as “scorching hot!” and “enticingly sexy!”
A life-long fan of the romance genre, Ella writes contemporary and erotic fiction.
Some of her favorite authors include Tiffany Reisz, Kresley Cole, Riley Hart, J.R. Ward, Erika Wilde, Gena Showalter, and Carly Philips.
Chloe believes in two things: Russell is her soulmate and her pies are magic. One bite of her cherry pie and he’ll declare her “the one.”
Jaded attorney Nick doesn’t believe in magic OR Russell’s intentions with Chloe. Pies making wishes come true? Pffft.
But she’s perfect for him–as a fake girlfriend to appease his family-friendly boss. She’s in love with someone else, after all. And, he doesn’t do love, especially not with someone so bubbly, so dewy-eyed, so … committed to marching down a wedding aisle.
Plus this girl needs help when it comes to men–a lot of it. He’ll help her lure Russell into dreaded wedded bliss, and she’ll pose as his date.
Except Chloe’s wishes begin to go haywire–granting Nick’s and turning all those fake kisses into smoking hot moments of passion.
It turns out Chloe’s not as innocent as he first thought.
A fake relationship, opposites attract, laugh out loud romantic comedy.
Elizabeth writes award-winning, luscious romance from 28 wildlife-filled acres, which she shares with her husband and one very spoiled Westie. When not immersed in books she can be found hiking or drinking good Virginia wine—not necessarily in that order.
She writes and posts under a pseudonym, Elizabeth SaFleur, since her day-job clients might be (would be) a little shocked at how their counselor spends her free time, the delicate flowers. Then again, perhaps they’d fear they provided inspiration. She’ll never tell.
Consider joining her News From Elizabeth newsletter to be the first to hear of new releases, bonus materials, giveaways, and other shenanigans. Or, join Elizabeth’s Playroom, a private Facebook group.
Sun Valley High is run by the Devils. It’s not just their mascot, it’s the crew of guys who are high school royalty.
Wicked.
Savage.
Cruel.
When they target someone, no one stands in their way. And the three young women who find themselves in the Devils’ path are about to find that out.
Meet the Sun Valley High Devils and the girls who tame them in this boxset featuring three full length bully romance and enemies to lovers stories. Binge the sexiest sports romances with bad boys, brother’s best friends, and one night stands that turn into so much more. Three steamy stories with HEAs guaranteed!
About the Author:
Daniela Romero is a USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author. She enjoys writing steamy, new-adult and paranormal romance that delivers an emotional roller coaster sure to take your breath away.
Her books feature a diverse cast of characters with rich and vibrant cultures in an effort to effectively portray the world we all live in. One that is so beautifully colorful.
Daniela is a Bay Area native though she currently lives in Washington State with her sarcastic husband and their three tiny terrors.
In her free time, Daniela enjoys frequent naps, binge reading her favorite romance books, and is known to crochet while watching television because her ADHD brain can never do just one thing at a time.
Stop by her website to find all the fun and unique ways you can stalk her. And while you’re there you can check out some free bonus scenes from your favorite books, learn about her Patreon, order signed copies of her books, and swoon over her gorgeous alternative cover editions.
Jewel E. Ann has revealed the cover for What Lovers Do!
Releasing: March 24, 2022
Cover Design: Jenn Beach
How did Scottsdale’s sexiest pet store guy get dumped by his wife, forced into shared custody of their dogs, and fall for Dr. Sophie Ryan, the world’s most unavailable bachelorette?
What starts out as a disastrous first meeting involving a coffee catastrophe and mistaken flirting, turns into an unconventional friendship.
Fake phone sex. Dog park dates. And eighteen holes of golf.
What’s not to love about Sophie the adorable optometrist?
Nothing. Except … she’s taken herself out of the dating pool for a mysterious reason, imprisoning Shep in the friend zone for all of eternity.
In all fairness, Sophie gives Shep full disclosure: only friends. Nothing personal. She needs an escape from reality, and Shep’s the perfect solution.
When their competitive personalities hit a boiling point, the gloves come off and so do their clothes. The problem? Sophie’s “real” life is far more complicated than Shep could have ever imagined.
Can Shep let go of his past to chase the one that might get away?
Jewel is a Wall Street Journal & USA Today bestselling author with a quirky sense of humor. When she’s not saving the planet one tree at a time, you can find her role modeling questionable behavior to her three boys, binge-watching Netflix with her husband, and writing mind-bending romance.
He was made for her, all she had to do was take the leap…
Taking the Leap, the all-new beautiful and emotional contemporary romance from New York Times bestselling author Kristen Ashley, is available now! Read on for a peek inside this incredible love story.
Alexandra Sharp has been crushing on her co-worker, John “Rix” Hendrix for years. He’s her perfect man, she knows it.
She’s just not his perfect woman, and she knows that too.
Then Rix gives Alex a hint that maybe there’s a spark between them that, if she takes the leap, she might be able to fan into a flame This leads to a crash and burn, and that’s all shy Alex needs to catch the hint never to take the risk again.
However, with undeniable timing, Rix’s ex, who broke his heart, and Alex’s family, who spent her lifetime breaking hers, rear their heads, gearing up to offer more drama. With the help of some matchmaking friends, Rix and Alex decide to face the onslaught together…
I could have lied, and when I saw him at the office, said I was driving when I got the text and that was why I didn’t answer.
But there was a part of me that was so excited to get my very first text from Rix, and that part was strong.
So strong, that thought didn’t even occur to me before I texted back with oodles of curiosity, Why?
Because I’m buying you a coffee, babe.
Another babe.
That was three.
Highly inappropriate, even infantilizing.
I said not one word about the “babe.”
Instead, I texted, Iced Chai.
Once I sent that, I texted, Mocha latte, iced or hot.
And on its heels, I sent, For just hot, flat white.
Then I got nervous that I might be sounding like a goof.
So nervous my thumbs couldn’t seem to stop tapping letters, and I therefore texted, I assume you want to know what I want right now, rather than all that I like. So just to say, I tend to be a coffee explorer, since I like coffee. And caffeine on the whole. That means the list is kinda long. But if you’re asking for right now, which you are, because it’s chilly this morning, flat white.
After I sent that, I realized that I was absolutely sounding like a dork in sending it, all of it, including the three before. As such, I watched in agony as Rix’s three dots cycled and cycled and then they did it some more.
Until I got, How much coffee have you already had?
This would have been funny if it wasn’t so mortifying.
Just one, I responded miserably.
Try to cycle down cuz you’ll have another when you get to work. Later.
I decided I’d texted enough, so I let that lie.
It didn’t lie for long.
Rix showed at my desk at River Rain (which wasn’t going to be my desk at River Rain for very long, it’d be my desk at Trail Blazer since we were moving the next day, Judge’s office furniture, mine, and some unused stuff they had sitting around was all going to the new offices for temporary use because the telephones and Internet were being hooked up that day and it was time to occupy Trail Blazer).
Rix set my flat white down while I valiantly attempted not to blush, he made no attempt whatsoever to hide he totally did not miss I failed at this endeavor, smiled a smile that I wanted to think was friendly, but instead it seemed sexy, this thought being exacerbated when he muttered under his breath so I almost couldn’t hear it, “Only you could make a rambling coffee order adorable.”
I sat frozen.
Rix winked at me and said in his normal voice, “Bottoms up, Alex.”
With that, seeing as he was in his chair that day, he wheeled away.
Since there was a lot going on with packing for the move and tech hookups and such, I only had to deal with Rix in passing for the rest of Monday.
However, Tuesday morning, I was shoving stuff into my bag at home, preparing to head down the mountain to dig into the move, when my phone chimed.
OK, I have ten minutes, explain today’s coffee order.
Yes.
Another text from Rix.
A startled laugh escaped from me because he was being funny.
I then texted back, You don’t have to buy me coffee.
To which he texted, I know I don’t.
Then I sent, I’m just saying, we’re good. We had a blip last week. But now we’re great.
We’re great?
Damn.
Why did reading those two words texted by him make my breasts swell?
Good. Great. I mean, things are fine. You don’t have to butter me up with coffee.
So coffee is a way to butter you up?
Oh God.
What was that?
Was it flirty?
Or was it just being funny and friendly?
Or was it just a kind of getting-to-know-you, valued co-worker, but in a jokey fashion?
Tell him what you want and stop texting, Alex! I admonished myself.
I did not stop texting.
Well, yeah. Kinda. Like I said, I like coffee.
You did say that, so maybe you’ll tell me what kind you want this morning.
Time to get beyond this.
Iced Chai.
That’s tea.
Oh my God!
Flirty?
Or jokey?
I’m feeling tea today, I replied.
Right. And then he sent, That only took five minutes. I’d fill the other five by asking you what kind of donuts you like, but we got a lot to get accomplished today. I’m sure I’ll enjoy your dissertation on that, but I’d prefer to sort out my office so I can start doing the shit I’m getting paid to do.
He one hundred percent did not need my views on donuts then.
Therefore, I noted, Good call.
He sent a smirk emoji, which shared the impossible.
About Kristen Ashley Kristen Ashley is the New York Times bestselling author of over sixty romance novels including the Rock Chick, Colorado Mountain, Dream Man, Chaos, Unfinished Hero, The ’Burg, Magdalene, Fantasyland, The Three, Ghost and Reincarnation, Moonlight and Motor Oil and Honey series along with several standalone novels. She’s a hybrid author, publishing titles both independently and traditionally, her books have been translated in fourteen languages and she’s sold over three million books. Kristen’s novel, Law Man, won the RT Book Reviews Reviewer’s Choice Award for best Romantic Suspense. Her independently published title Hold On was nominated for RT Book Reviews best Independent Contemporary Romance and her traditionally published title Breathe was nominated for best Contemporary Romance. Kristen’s titles Motorcycle Man, The Will, Ride Steady (which won the Reader’s Choice award from Romance Reviews) and The Hookup all made the final rounds for Goodreads Choice Awards in the Romance category.
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