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June 2, 2021
Wrong Address: Older Man / Younger Woman Instalove Romance
A semi-stolen bouquet leads to a whirlwind romance, instant love, and defining the line between helping and controlling.
Katy didn’t want much out of life. Just a decent apartment, a job that uses her business skills, and to get the heck away from her screeching shrew of a sister.
Matt stepped in like a knight in shining armor. Well, like a nice, gorgeous guy in a sharp suit. He adored her, and found ways to assist her in every possible way.
They connected so deeply, so fast, that Katy felt like she could truly rely on him. Which wasn’t exactly the independent life she was hoping for. Yet there’s no way she could resist the way he cared for her, and made her heart flutter from the simplest touch.
It was crazy how fast they fell in love, but will Matt’s constant help straighten out Katy’s life, or smother her?
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*This steamy light romance is filled with feel-good moments, some heat, and of course, a HEA.*
Lights, Camera, Lies: Older Man / Younger Woman Instalove Romance
The new online show where total strangers pretend to be lovers!
I needed to make some extra money fast, so here I was – applying to be a contestant on a show where I had to lie to professionals and pretend that I was half of a happy couple.
I overheard a huge, rugged man tell the producer that he’d only participate if I was his partner. His savage good looks were tempered by the warmth of his brown eyes, but could I really get cozy with a stranger?
Suddenly I was the young “wife” to this older, wealthy man who seemed obsessed with caring for me. After a lifetime of people keeping secrets, it was hard to trust someone so completely.
Even though he warmed my cold fingers, my heart, and the rest of me straight through, what if his tender kisses and sweet words were just for the cameras?
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*This steamy light romance is filled with feel-good moments, some heat, and of course, a HEA.*
Accidental Fake Billionaire: Older Man, Younger Woman Instalove Short Romance
The moment I locked eyes with the mesmerizing blonde in the bridal dress, I knew I had to have her.
So I kissed her.
Playing the “billionaire” role for my sister’s fashion show was awkward, but that didn’t matter once I posed for the cameras with that knockout in my arms. That instant connection, that flare of pure heat... That wasn’t for show.
Then I discovered Tara actually thought I was wealthy. Somehow I had to find a way to gently break the truth to her while making her fall in love with me.
I needed her to be mine. She belonged in my arms. My rough hands belonged on her soft skin.
It’s too fast to fall this hard, but my shy, gorgeous girl is going to find that no matter how we met, we’re meant to be together.
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*This steamy light romance is filled with feel-good moments, some heat, and of course, a HEA.*
May 25, 2021
Daddy’s Billionaire Boss: Older Man, Younger Woman Instalove Romance
It was too soon. There was so much more to learn about Mason. But love was already creeping in the back door of my heart, and looking for a place to get comfortable...I know I’m a Daddy’s girl. My family is oddly close, except for my kooky Aunt Betsy, whom I’ve only met a few times. She did a crystal reading on my 16th birthday, telling me that I’d fall in love with a wildly improbable man with a bent little finger, and green and gold eyes.
Imagine my shock when her prediction came true! But I can’t let myself fall in love with Mason – he’s Dad’s boss and 14 years older. He’s cold but brilliant. Beautiful, but... I’m not the right woman for him.
No matter that he seems instantly obsessed, and makes me his intern so that I’ll stay close. No matter that prickling sparks run up my spine every time he touches me. No amount of lust is worth risking Dad’s promotion... is it?
*This steamy light romance is filled with feel-good moments, some heat, and of course, a HEA.*
A hailstorm slid her into his truck, then into his hear...
A hailstorm slid her into his truck, then into his heart…
Sarah was shocked when her car skidded into a tow truck, driven by the one man in this small town she was actually interested in. Julian was unusually gorgeous – a huge mechanic who was also incredibly sweet. Suddenly Sarah was stranded with him, but her need to escape this town was as strong as the magical pull of his kisses, and the way he made her laugh.
Living in the big city was Sarah’s childhood dream. The perfect man was making it very tricky to remember that she was only living back here temporarily.
Which was more important – a dream man or a dream lifestyle?
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This sweet and steamy romance is a standalone 21,000 word novella. No cheating or violence. Always a HEA!
The Singer and the Silent Type: Small Town Older Man Younger Woman Romance
The new girl in town is forced to get over her stage fright – while singing, and when speaking with the quiet, sexy man who can’t take his eyes off her. Lorena:
I’ve been told that things heat up in Sunset Ridge the weekend of the annual rodeo.
Moving to the country to live in my grandmother’s old house was an attempt to restart my life. I just wanted to live and work somewhere safe, and maybe find a way to sing in a country band someday.
Cody’s striking eyes watching my every moment made me tingle, but then he was forced to break the ice and speak with me.
It was hard enough to get over my nerves. Was I able to let this rugged, older man into my life completely?
Cody:
I’d worked with huge animals, rough men, extreme equipment in dangerous conditions - nothing ever rattled me. But one kiss from the girl I’d been obsessed with, and I felt like I’d been struck by lightning.
The touch of my little angel changed me. Now I had to step up and be the man she needed. No matter what.
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NOTE: This story was previously published in the anthology “Rodeo Romance in Sunset Ridge.”
January 19, 2021
C-Flat to C-Sharp: Sweet Instalove Romance (PR Girls & Instalove Book 3)
PR girl Corina can’t believe that her high school crush is now a client. Ethan is no longer a shy music nerd, so how will she hold his interest?
Corina:
My heart flipped when Ethan appeared in my office. The boy from high school band who laughed so sweetly when I couldn’t remember that a C-flat was actually a B. The first boy I ever wanted to kiss. But we were both too shy and nervous.
I’m clearly the only shy one now. Yet I need much more than that kiss.
Our mutual crush intensifies until we’re on the edge of being a real couple. But with him looking so sharp and attracting hundreds of girls, how can I compete?
It’s my job to help him on his way to becoming a rockstar.
I just have to make sure that my heart doesn’t get rocked too hard along the way.
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This book concludes the three part “PR Girls & Instalove” series.
CLICK: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08S47C4M9
B-Roll to B-Sides: Older Man, Younger Woman Instalove Romance (PR Girls & Instalove Book 2)
PR girl Brynn is an old music buff, a perfectionist, and very confused. Why does this gorgeous videographer keep staring at her as if he can’t focus on anything else?
Brynn:
I’ve been able to speak to men I work with, but it’s difficult on a personal level. Especially when it’s someone as wildly good looking as Owen, who can scramble my brain with one glance of those deep brown eyes.
I’m happy to give him a shot at filming a documentary instead of his usual b-roll projects. But there’s no reason for him to be staring at me as if we’re already together.
Somehow I need to find the courage to speak with him openly, and figure out what I want. Besides the obvious, of course.
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Looking for slightly shy, curvy girls who find romance at work? Continue this series of sweet and steamy romance novellas with C-Flat to C-Sharp.
CLICK: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08S44Z7KH
A-Hole to A-List: Older Man, Younger Woman, Instalove Romance (PR Girls & Instalove Book 1)
PR girl Jenna has her hands full when she needs to elevate her new client’s reputation in a hurry. This gorgeous yet annoying man is making everything difficult... So why is her heart racing?
Jenna:
Why, of all of the new accounts, did I finally have to get a guy who makes me so crazy I can’t think straight? Andrew Harper knows how gorgeous he is, which is super annoying by itself. But he’s also pretentious – his old-fashioned “AH” monogrammed cuff links might have well have stood for A-Hole.
He won’t keep to a schedule, won’t keep me informed about what’s going on, yet I’m the one who is supposed to save his sorry butt?
Even though those dark eyes study me as if he is captivated, he must be playing games. There’s no way a hot billionaire tech guru would be staring at a mousy, big-hipped, slightly shy and nerdy junior PR girl.
Right?
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Looking for slighty shy, curvy girls who find romance at work? Continue this series of sweet and steamy romance novellas with B-Roll to B-sides, and C-flat to C-sharp.
CLICK: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08Q5MX1HJ
The Princess and The Warrior: Older Man, Younger Woman Short Romance
Princess Althea’s hand has suddenly been given to a fierce warrior. Will she endure both the unexpected wedding ceremony, and what comes directly after?
Althea
As a princess, I was to be seen, never touched.
At least, not until my wedding night.
I didn’t expect to be given to the fiercest warrior in the kingdom as a prize... Tonight.
And even though I knew that our consummation would occur right after the wedding, surrounded by the elders, I never expected that I’d feel desire.
I never imagined that I’d want Trax’s hands on me.
Trax
Everything about Althea is delicate, pure, perfect.
Her gorgeous eyes beg me to keep her safe.
Her lips have never been kissed.
No man has ever felt the pleasure of running his hands over her luscious body.
I refuse to hurt her, so I plan to protect her and keep her unspoiled.
It’s not my place to take her, so I’m going to keep her whole.
That is, until she begs me.
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Author’s Note:
I write contemporary romance. This book shouldn’t exist. But you lovely readers seemed to like my pirate book several months ago, so I wrote this for my own amusement, and hope that you enjoy it too. Please also note that this book is NOT accurate to any particular historical time. Not even close.
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This sweet and steamy romance is a standalone 20,000 word novella.
CLICK: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08NZHXL74
