Isabo Kelly

Chief Engineer Katie McCormick is just trying to keep her head down and Eldora Space Station from falling apart on her watch. Not an easy job with a station commander out to get her. Her only pleasure on any given day is stopping in at Nick the Bartender’s pub for a drink and a chat with the gorgeous publican. She doesn’t harbor any illusions about a relationship with Nick, but she savors the time she spends with him. After yet another station-wide failure, though, Katie is desperate to get off Eldora before her career is irretrievably ruined. When Nick offers her an option, the temptation is almost more than she can resist. Even if it means taking the biggest risk of her life and following a man she barely knows. A man she secretly wants more from than just a job. On Eldora Station, it isn’t just Katie’s career at stake. This time, her heart might just take the biggest hit of all.

Last Call on Eldora Station

Thief's Desire

Stacey Agdern

Kenzie Maclir

The New York Empires are back...this time three new players will find their happily-ever-after, and maybe a little more. Lighting the Lamp by Isabo Kelly Dr. Ann Bell moved to New York to find help from her "Devil's spawn" half sister with the fire curse that's haunted Ann her whole life. She never expects to find a man-especially a confusing, overwhelming hockey player she could love. Defenseman Brody Evans didn't expect to find the woman of his dreams wandering the physical therapy center. But she's keeping a secret that could tear them apart. Brody's a fighter, though, and he's determined to fight for Ann. Crossing the Lines by Stacey Agdern Kayleigh Emerson knows that she shouldn't get involved with a teammate of her brother's. But the chemistry between her and rookie sensation Max St. Laurent is unmistakable. Max is captivated by the talented violinist who happens to be his captain's sister. Unfortunately, he doesn't need his unique combination of empathy and telepathy to realize there'll be problems if he pursues her. Now Max and Kayleigh must decide whether to cross the line between friendship and love. Change It Up by Kenzie MacLir Reiner Jahr has always dreamed of winning the Stanley Cup, and with his stick-handling skills, it's close to becoming real. But finding out he's the son of a god isn't something he's equipped to handle, and when he runs into his sister's best friend at an event for his team, he can't keep his eyes off her. Emma Chase loves her job with the local Special Olympics organization. Coordinating an event with the New York Empires has been a dream come true. Until she sees Reiner Jahr, her best friend's big brother, and realizes her teenage crush has developed into so much more. What can they do when changes happen both on and off the ice?

Icing the Puck

Charged with guarding a priceless relic, Neeka must escape a nightmare creature so horrifying the gods tremble before it. Her only hope of survival is the powerful mage who trained her. But Gehan’s help will come at a price. When Gehan sees Neeka stumbling toward him from the dark woods surrounding his isolated home, he assumes she’s a dream, a fantasy born of his obsession with her—until she collapses in his arms and begs for his help. To end his loneliness and keep her with him, he’s willing to sacrifice anything, even his soul. Winner of the 2004 Zircon Speculative Romance Award, The Last Guardian brings readers of fantasy romance a dark tale of magic and wonder. Author’s Note: This story was originally published in Sum3: The 2006 Zircon Anthology of Speculative Romance, edited by Jody Wallace

The Last Guardian

Kenzie MacLir

New York Empires

Caught in the Crossfire by Stacey Agdern Bryce Emerson only agreed to draw an account of the Empires Goalie Tryouts to humor his brother. But when a vision convinces him the woman who saved his prized pen from a snowy grave is in danger of being injured by a faulty mask, he takes it upon himself to make her a new one. Goaltender Carly Fein is trying out for the New York Empires, and the last thing she needs is the complication of an artist. But when she agrees to let him make her a new mask, Bryce Emerson finds his way under her skin. Can Bryce and Carly figure out what happens when they’re caught in the crossfire of love and hockey? Or will the stress of new love and competition drive them apart. Crashing the Net by Isabo Kelly Billionaire Connor Evans needs a challenge. Trying out for the New York Empires’ hockey team fits the bill, even if it is just a publicity stunt and a way to shut his twin brother up. Running into the woman who left him six years earlier, a woman he’s never gotten over, is not part of the plan. Once he sees Matty, though, Connor knows he can’t let her go again. But he’s got secrets he can’t risk sharing. And Matty is the one person who could uncover those secrets if he lets her get too close. After traveling the world, Matilda Thomson is ready for a real job and a more stable life. Her internship with the New York Empires will give her the experience she needs to move into that future. But first, she has to face Connor again, and one of the most painful losses she’s ever experienced. The only way she can move forward is to confront her feelings and risk her heart one more time. Heat and passion spark as hot as ever between them. But trust doesn’t come easy. And if Connor can’t open up and let Matty in this time, he’ll lose her forever. Against the Boards by Kenzie MacLir Kyle Sandberg is living his best life. He’s one of the top hockey players in the world. Has two amazing best friends and all the sarcastic hockey t-shirts he could wear. After his own family turns their backs on him, he’s happy playing for the Empires and hanging out with his own found family. What he doesn’t want is his pain in the ass twin brother back in his life or a mate. When paramedic Faith Church left Puerto Rico for New York, she had zero intentions of getting involved in the local pack. Having had her fill of pack politics, she was ready to go lone wolf. But being left alone was too much to ask when her cousin was the Alpha’s mate. What neither was counting on was Fate, having her own plans for them. A chance encounter at a traffic accident changes everything. Kyle and his wolf are willing to go with Fate’s plans. But Faith, having finally broken away from her pack’s expectations wants nothing to do with Fate, or Kyle. Too bad her wolf disagrees…

Roughing It

PROMISE (The Naravan Chronicles 1) Kira Farseaker has made it her mission to save Narava’s alien species from government-sanctioned extermination. Officer David Cario’s assignment to a Shifter extermination squadron might be just the break he needs to uncover the secrets behind his sister’s execution. Tangled in a web of treachery and deceit, Kira and David struggle between duty and a growing passion that could destroy everything they’ve worked for…or save both their lives. INTERFACE (The Naravan Chronicles 2) When Gina’s nanotech research leads to murder and death threats, her father hires private mercenaries to protect her. Alex has a rule. No romantic relationships with clients. That rule goes out the airlock when he meets Gina. But protecting her means ignoring his feelings and hers, and Alex isn’t good at ignoring things… SECRET (The Naravan Chronicles 3) When Dr. Ti’ann Jones uncovers a secret that could alter the course of her planet’s future, she’s forced to call in security. Nathan thought guarding an archaeological site would be a break from his normal high-tension contracts—until he comes face-to-face with a woman he hasn’t been able to forget. But if Ti’ann and Nathan can prevent a war, and survive, they might discover a future together. PARADISE (The Naravan Chronicles 4) With chaos brewing in FarMore space stations biggest resort casino, Security Chief Meiling Trudeau will have to decide if she can trust the man she used to love—with the safety of her space station as well as her heart. FLIGHT (The Naravan Chronicles 5) Clare needs the help of notorious space pirate Raf Tygran, but falling for someone like Raf is a guaranteed disaster for someone like her, and she can’t afford the distraction. Raf knows Clare is a liar the minute they meet. He loves liars, and the delectable Clare is a liar he wants to know better. Can two adventure junkies find a future together without starting a galactic war?

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The Naravan Chronicles Vol 1

She holds the fate of the world in the palm of her hand. Arlana Von Fordin grew up knowing she was born to fulfill a prophecy. The pressure of her unknown destiny weighs heavily on a young woman who just wants to be normal. Then her future arrives in the form of a mysterious and sexy soldier from the neighboring empire Browan—a land no one has entered in almost two hundred years. Faced with a dangerous journey into a secretive country, haunted by seductive and terrifying dreams, the one thing Arlana longs for is someone to see her for the woman she is beneath the magic she commands. He has to protect her, whether he likes it or not. Lord Commander Oric of Browan has resented Arlana Von Fordin for most of his life. He blames her for taking away his choices and forcing him onto a path he never wanted. When he’s sent to bring her into his country on a quest to stabilize a rogue magic, he expects his hate to intensify. Instead, as he gets to know the shy sorceress, he’s overwhelmed with protectiveness and desire. Faced with all the forces threatening her, Oric must finally come to terms with his own destiny, and a love he never anticipated. Love is their only hope. Before meeting Oric, Arlana never expected to find a man who would love her for herself. But Fate demands a heavy price. For them to be together, they must confront Arlana’s destiny and right an ancient wrong. With time itself their enemy, they’ll have to discover if their love is strong enough to keep them alive…and save the world.

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