Rina Gray

Penny Paige is an aspiring novelist and current ne'er-do-well entertainment writer-slash-waitress. She knows she doesn’t have this whole thing called life together. But she’s got plans. Big plans. And they hinge on winning the coveted Malcolm Dagner Writer Fellowship for up-and-coming thriller authors. If she could just get enough time and money to write her sure-to-be New York Times Bestselling Novel, she can quit her crappy job and transform from a diamond in the rough to a sophisticated author. There’s just one problem: Malcolm Dagner ended the fellowship, and he kinda hates humanity. He rudely lets her know that there’s no way in hell he would give her a spot, even if he had a fellowship. Just who in the hell does Malcolm Dagner think he is? Malcolm lives in solitude among the mountainous woods in Colorado with only the occasional company of his housekeeper. A few years ago, he was a multi-award winning and best-selling author who penned the iconic Reese Masterson books. But after a series of heartbreaking events, he’s grumpy, distrustful, and absolutely will not tolerate strangers coming to learn about how to write in his home. Oh, and he has writer’s block. The world has been waiting for three years for the latest book, but what they don’t know is that Malcolm plans to kill off his iconic character. Penny discovers his plans to kill his character, and she’s not having it. Mother Nature seems to be on her side, too. Stuck in a snowstorm together, Penny falls for the loveable grump, though his heart seems as cold as the winter storm. Can her optimism melt his resolve at living unhappily ever after, or will another event outside of their control destroy their shot at love?

In for a Penny

Sports journalist Melanie Foster has achieved most of her goals: Dream job—check. Tomboy-to-slay-all-day makeover—check. Convince her best friend, Damien Richards, to slide a ring on her finger and father her two-point-five kids--not so much. When she activates Operation: I'm Gonna Make You Love Me, she never imagines her BFF already has plans to stroll down the wedding aisle with another woman. Damien's in the middle of crisis mode. The non-profit for young athletes at which he volunteers is in financial trouble. He'll pull out all the stops to rescue the organization that saved his life after his career-ending injury—even if it means sacrificing his personal happiness. But when he finally wakes up to the love and very non-brotherly feelings he's long held for Mel, it just might be too late. Damien must convince her that he's worth the risk and turn the tables to show her he's the one ready to be a fool for love.

Fool for You

Shelley K Wall

Ashlinn Craven

Diana Jean

Fans of The Hating Game will love these four power couples, who discover office rivals can make surprisingly good bedfellows. It’s Been You: Marketing manager Tiana Holliday snags her dream job at an award-winning agency in New York City…but cocky playboy Nathaniel Lawson, her old grad-school nemesis, is her new officemate. When their one-on-one competition to manage a lucrative sports car account and nab a big promotion suddenly erupts into an all-out battle of desire, they just might discover that challenging each other outside the boardroom is even more satisfying than advertised. Building Mr. Darcy: Programmer Zoe Bunsen’s developing a new artificial intelligence program that looks, talks, and thinks like Mr. Darcy. Project manager Max Taggart is keeping a secret: everyone’s jobs depend on Darcy’s success. He’s determined to meet the project deadline even if that means selling out a few literary details. But when the AI starts using its emotional intelligence to build a surprising connection between them, will these two unlikely cohorts cling to their prejudices or toss pride aside and admit love is stronger than a fantasy? Tokyo Love: Kathleen Schmitt gladly moves from the Midwest to Tokyo to lead the project at Mashida INTL to develop a life-sized, hyper-realistic dating doll. American-born Yuriko is a former transplant herself and is sympathetic to adjusting to new culture—to a point. But Kathleen is about the most pathetic foreigner this engineer’s ever met. She clearly needs Yuriko’s help and expertise if this transition—and the PLC project—is to be a success. With Yuriko to show her the way, Kathleen learns to fall in love with a country so very different from her own. But can she also learn how to confess her love for the person who showed it to her? Find Me: Amanda Gillespie never bargained on seeing Jackson Holstenar after their complicated relationship ended with her being asked to leave the law firm where they worked. Now Jackson is in the weird position of trying to help Amanda become his best pal’s ideal girl. With a little help from fate, these two confused hearts might just find a way back to each other for good. Sensuality Level: Sensual

4 Office Romances

Work With Me

Marketing manager Tiana Holliday just landed her dream job at an award-winning agency in New York City. There's just one problem: cocky playboy Nathaniel Lawson, her old grad school nemesis, is her new officemate. As the firm's rising star, Nathan never had to compete for prime clients until all-work and no-play Tiana struts into his workspace. When an opportunity arises to manage a lucrative sports car account and win a big promotion, he challenges her to a wager: Loser does the winner's bidding for one month. But their friendly competition suddenly threatens to erupt into an all-out battle of desire. As they straddle the line between love and war, they just might discover that challenging each other outside the boardroom is even more satisfying than advertised.

It's Been You

It’s not just another day at the office when three couples begin to blur the lines between cubicles and cuddles, in this value-priced collection sure to promote a happily ever after. Fool for You: Sports journalist Melanie Foster is loving her high-flying career, but there’s still one goal on her list: convince her best friend, Damien Richards, to slide a ring on her finger. But Damien’s in crisis mode, trying to save the non-profit where he volunteers, even if it means sacrificing his personal happiness. When he finally realizes Mel is the girl for him, has time run out or can he convince her he’s now worth the risk? It’s Been You: Marketing manager Tiana Holliday snags her dream job at an award-winning agency in New York City…but cocky playboy Nathaniel Lawson, her old grad-school nemesis, is her new officemate. But when their one-on-one competition to manage a lucrative sports car account and nab a big promotion suddenly erupts into an all-out battle of desire, they just might discover that challenging each other outside the boardroom is even more satisfying than advertised. Crazy for You: Baseball hotshot Jake Ross’s bad boy ways land him on the covers of gossip rags instead of sports magazines and could cost him a multi-million-dollar sponsorship deal. He’s willing to be a personal trainer to Charlotte Jones, a media coordinator who is ready to quit on her goal to lose weight, if she’ll pretend to be his girlfriend. The idea is a hit…until sparks begin to fly. But has Jake really forsaken his playboy ways? Sensuality Level: Sensual

The Complete Series

Crush on You

Susan Conley

Samantha Anne

Melinda Dozier

Dorothy Fletcher

From Broadway to the Battery, from Brooklyn to the Bronx, the bright lights of New York City make the perfect backdrop for love. Five couples search for their soul mates amid Manhattan's hustle and bustle in this fun Big Apple bundle. New York Minute: When rock star Diego Diaz flashes his bedroom eyes at shy accountant Veronica Bass during a wedding reception, she invents a cover story and leads him to the nearest hotel room. But Diego's secrets are poised to blow up any chance at a real relationship. Is their attraction destined to last for only a New York minute? Company Ink: Violet Young fought hard to land her position with Wynne's Kitchen, New York City's world-renowned bakery at Rockefeller Center. Unfortunately, she's asked to train her new boss, sexy Ben Preston, who could cost her the next promotion she needs. Will Ben and Violet turn up the heat, or do their careers take the cake? Fool for You: Sports journalist Melanie Foster is loving her New York lifestyle and high-flying career, but there's still one goal on her list: convince her best friend, Damien Richards, to slide a ring on her finger. But Damien's in crisis mode, trying to save the non-profit where he volunteers, even if it means sacrificing his personal happiness. When he finally realizes Mel is the girl for him, has time run out or can he convince her he's now worth the risk? That Magic Mischief: When her boyfriend dumps her out of the blue, Annabelle's hopes of walking down the aisle seem lost--until the metaphysical takes matters in hand. After all, what's the point of being a witch if you can't manage a spell to fix your broken heart? Luckily, transplanted Irishman Jamie Flynn is more than ready to be charmed when he meets this native New Yorker off-off-off-off Broadway. New Yorker Nurse: Nurse Dinah Mason is deeply satisfied with her job caring for private patients in glamorous New York City. Then she meets handsome jet-setter Dick Claiborne, and for the first time in her life she knows what love is. But this whirlwind Manhattan romance could leave Dinah with a broken heart... Sensuality Level: Sensual

5 Matches Made in Manhattan

New York State of Mind

Alicia Hunter Pace

Synithia Williams

Kristina Knight

Peggy Gaddis

Jillian David

Kathryn Brocato

Anne Bourne

Marie Patrick

Doggone it, it’s hard to beat a southern boy when it comes to charming the ladies. Crimson rounds up nine sassy romances so hot, you’ll want to slap your momma. Misbehaving in Merritt: When Dr. Maxwell Ellis Buchanan IV’s privileged life tailspins out of control, he’s sentenced to volunteer his time at Merritt’s local arts center. Even worse? He’ll report to Audrey Evans, a former ESPN reporter, who turned the arrogant golden boy down for a date. Working side by side, Max and Audrey find surprising common ground and breathless chemistry—but will their differences divide them? From One Night to Forever: Trucker Aaron Henderson rolls into Resilient, Tennessee, for business, but his one-night stand turns out to be his new partner’s baby sister. When Kacey Randal learns Aaron has a list of conquests as high as his big rig’s mileage, she’s ready to pretend their night together never happened. Can he prove to Kacey he’s ready to reform his roaming ways? What a Texas Girl Dreams: They are opposites in so many ways, but the more veterinarian Trickett Samuels gets to know footloose and fancy free Monica Witte, the more he wonders if he can convince this Texas girl that having roots will only help her soar higher. Fool for You: Sports journalist Melanie Foster is loving her high-flying career, now she just has to convince her best friend, Damien Richards, to put a ring on it. But Damien’s trying to save the non-profit where he volunteers, even if it means sacrificing personal happiness. When he finally realizes Mel is the girl for him, can he convince her he’s worth a second chance? Flame Unleashed: After Ruth Blackstone’s husband repaid her sacrifice with betrayal 150 years ago, she’s not willing to trust Cajun rogue Odie Pierre-Noir’s risky plan to win freedom for all Indebteds. Soon, however, she’ll need to choose: continue to lived a damned life but with Odie as her lover or risk their eternal souls for one chance to break the curse. Bride by the Book: Small-town Arkansas attorney Garner Holt badly needs an assistant to sort out his cluttered office, but he didn’t expect a super-secretary like Miss Angelina Brownwood. But an online search reveals Angelina isn’t actually a secretary. Does her secret mean he can’t make this unique woman his for life? Blue Moon: On a mission in Florida, Gabriel Rayner rescues a beautiful, drowning mermaid who is searching for a champion to fight an evil warlord and save her people. If they fall in love, Gabe will be enslaved to the Merfolk for eternity. In a clash of culture shock and heat, Gabriel and Ephyra battle those odds, but will they have to sacrifice their love to save her life? Carolina Love Song: Bix Bullard was Judy’s childhood sweetheart. Unfortunately when he returns home and his city friends descend on the estate, it’s clear that the beautiful, wealthy Marise considers him her exclusive property. Can Judy dare hope she could rekindle his lost love for her? Mischief and Magnolias: Natchez, Mississippi, peacefully surrendered to the Union Army—but Shaelyn Cavanaugh didn’t. Major Remy Harte has taken over her home and her beloved steamboats, and she will use every mischievous weapon at her disposal to drive out the Union soldier. But their growing attraction is unavoidable. Can their budding romance survive when a common enemy accuses Shae of espionage?

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