Ruthless Alpha Kane meets Sora, a gentle human who shatters his walls-and turns his world upside down. *** At 31, Alpha Kane Locus Black has given up on looking for his mate. Since the age of 18 it has been all he wanted; now at 31 he is a cold, scary and distant Alpha to his pack. Until he meets Sora. His little human mate. *** Book 1 of the Alpha series

Delaney James was wearing Chanel the night her husband told her he didn't love her anymore. In an instant, her picture-perfect Manhattan life-complete with a brownstone on the Upper East Side, a blossoming career as a fashion journalist, and a devastatingly handsome, high-powered husband-shattered like glass under a stiletto heel. Heartbroken and blindsided, she does the only thing that makes sense: packs her bags and heads south to the small North Carolina town she swore she'd never return to. It's just temporary, she tells herself-a quiet place to lick her wounds and plan her next move. But South Grove hasn't forgotten her. The porch swings, the sleepy afternoons, the scent of honeysuckle on the breeze-it all comes rushing back. She reconnects with old friends, finds solace in morning coffee runs and barefoot walks along the beach where she once dreamed of escaping. And then there's Greyson McKinnie. The boy who broke her heart is now a man who carries his own scars. Their reunion is anything but smooth. Tense, electric, and full of history, their connection flares to life the moment they cross paths again. And this time, walking away might not be so easy. Now, torn between the career she built and the love she thought she'd lost, Delaney must choose: is the life she always wanted worth the price of the one her heart is just beginning to remember?

Novella 3: After the loss of his brother, Mario Marino finds himself constantly working under the pressure of his father's expectations. Mario has never been a leader, has never had much to say, and prefers staying in the shadows. He also finds himself inheriting his brother's entire life - including his brother's housekeeper and assistant, Poppy Rizzo. Poppy is a bubbly, funny, sweet woman who is opposite Mario in every way. With her help, Mario may just be able to adjust to this new life, and maybe gain some happiness along the way. This is a side-story in the Queens of Chicago series. This is a complete addition to the other books and does not change or affect the main plot. You certainly do not have to read the others to enjoy this. You'll see plenty of familiar faces if you've read the original series! This is a completely fictional, mafia-light romance, dual-POV, and third spin-off book in The Queens of Chicago novellas, a series of interconnected stories about various prominent female characters in the fictional crime family. TW: This story does contain explicit sexual content, death/murder, drug/alcohol use, violence, and heavy language. Please note this story is for mature audiences only! Take care of yourselves first and foremost.

Lucy Jackett is a broken individual. More than a decade after experiencing a living nightmare, she still dealt with the trauma. While her family dedicated themselves to helping other victims like her, she was just trying to move on and be a whole person again. Just when she was feeling steady on her feet, tragedy struck again. Now she's lost in two traumas, one featuring the man she never quite could get out of her mind. Kameron isn't supposed to bring her heart back to life, but Lucy's heart didn't get that memo. Even when her nightmare past shows up on her front door again, Kameron won't back down. Kameron 'Keys' Plough can work magic with a keyboard, but those skills hardly translate to the one woman that he's always loved. Lucy was off limits for way too many reasons to count, but that didn't stop his feelings from growing each time she walked into the room. Lucy isn't interested in dating though, she never has. Keys won't push her though, he'd rather love her from afar than not have the chance to love her at all. It wasn't until Lucy's past took a front and center spot in their presence that the two of them were finally willing to admit their feelings to each other. Will it be too late?

Novella 2: Alexei Sokolov is Damien Yenin's best friend and second-in-command. When he's sent back to Moscow on a mission for the leader of the Russian Bratva, he comes face-to-face with the daughter of his new boss, the girl who got away. On the outside, Karina Balandin is shy and sweet, but inside she's got a brilliant mind that Alexei can see better than anyone. This is a side-story in the Queens of Chicago series. This is a complete addition to the other books and does not change or affect the main plot. You certainly do not have to read the others to enjoy this. You'll see plenty of familiar faces if you've read the original series! This is a completely fictional, mafia-light romance, dual-POV, and second spin-off book in The Queens of Chicago novellas, a series of interconnected stories about various prominent female characters in the fictional crime family. TW: This story does contain explicit sexual content, mention of disordered eating/eating disorders, death/murder, drug/alcohol use, violence, and heavy language. Please note this story is for mature audiences only! Take care of yourselves first and foremost.

{MATURE +18} One step ahead of you. Stay in motion, keep an open mind. I've studied. I'm ready. The pieces on the board keep moving. But I've practiced. I know what's required. I can be what you need. The game is constant, but I'll be one step ahead. How far are you willing to go? Because I'll sacrifice everything to win. I see you, but do you see me? <<"Split Enz - One Step Ahead (1980)" I do not own the words. But they are Isla.>>

Kat has made up her mind. Her v-card has to go. But who should be the one to take it? With an overbearing brother, she has to find a moment when he's not there to stop her. So while visiting another city, she decides it's time to give it a shot. She finds the perfect man and they soon head to his hotel room. But her inexperience gives her away, and he refuses to go through with it. Embarrassed and still a virgin, she expects never to see him again... Brick has a rule. He only sleeps with experienced women. Women who can tell him what they want and, most importantly, what they don't want. Because of previous relationships, he is self conscious about expressing what he wants in bed. But he knows a virgin will not be able to handle him. Just a Pucking Grumpy Goalie is a New Adult, College Sports Romance with a forbidden relationship and starcrossed lovers. (❤️18+ recommended❤️)

A guarded college quarterback's dark past resurfaces when classmate Elena Madison pierces his cold exterior, sparking a dangerous connection that could either redeem or destroy them both. *** Everyone at Ohio State University knows about Blake Andrews, the infamous all-star quarterback of the football team and rumored insomniac. Most refer to him as crude, egotistical, and cold. It isn't until he meets Elena Madison that his world is suddenly flipped upside down. She brings the dark past he has tried to keep hidden for years up to the surface, risking pulling them both under for good. Undeniable attraction radiates between the two clashing souls and he begins to wonder if she can save him from the darkness within him. He's never met someone with such an irritating personality; with her persistent desire to know more about him despite his exhausted efforts to push her away. She is about to uncover what's hidden under his rough and cold exterior-whether she's ready for it or not. After all, eyes are the window to the soul. *** "Thank you," he murmurs sleepily, raising his hand to bring it to my cheek. His thumb slides against my soft skin slowly, it burns hot at his touch. "For what?" I question, my eyes feeling very swollen and heavy now. He takes a deep breath and swallows. "For being my light." *** *MATURE* HIGHEST RANKINGS #1 in enemiestolovers #1 in collegeromance #1 in panicattacks #1 in badboy #1 in brooding #1 in enemiestofriends #1 in trauma #1 in grumpyxsunshine

"-So try it" Grayson says suddenly to Brea. "Try what?" Her eyebrow raises with intrigue. "You said you can snap your fingers and turn your feelings off... like a light switch, you said, just like that?! So, fall in love with me and then one day...just... stop. and move on," Brea was taken aback by his words, thinking there's no way he was serious. Unimpressed, she gets up to leave and laughs at him saying,"you're crazy." But as she shakes her head, on her way to the door, he grabs her arm and says,"no, I'm serious, B. If you're telling the truth that you have great communication skills and don't get clingy or jealous, then what's the worst that could happen?" She lets out nothing but honesty,"I never said I had great communication skills." "It was implied. So what do you say?" He puts his hand out for her to shake and agree on the proposal. She looks at it then joins his hand and asks,"how long?" "A year," Grayson suggests easily. She disagrees which prompts him to ask her,"how long does it take you to say you love someone?" Brea hesitates to answer, knowing she's never been in love before. "Six months, take it or leave it," they agree. With a confident smile on his face, Grayson promises Brea something, saying,"by the time this house is built, you'll be in love with me." Just Like That by Natasha Carmen 2019. ~ The day you decide it's over, it's over. ~ Cover by @aestenne 💜

| Complete | REWRITING + ROUGH DRAFT | Riley Greene was all set for her summer vacation with her college boyfriend, Kevin. With her bags packed and passport ready, she was excited to go sight-seeing through Hawaii. All her plans came crashing down when Kevin decides to end their relationship...the day after graduation. A heartbroken Riley is unable to resist the invitation to spend the summer with her best friend Samantha and her family at their beach house. Sam just had one rule: NO DATING ANY OF HER BROTHERS. Riley agreed without hesitation. After all, she had no plans on even looking at another man right now. That is until she meets Joey. Known as the womanizer of Sam's brothers, he can charm anyone. When he sets his sights on Riley, it unleashes an erotic connection neither of them saw coming. Lost in a passionate affair of secret rendezvous and stolen kisses, Riley is battling with two things: the craving for Joey's touch and the fear of betraying her best friend. How far will they go? Rankings: #9 - romance out of 1.5 million stories (March 2020) S/n: the main purpose of this story is drama. Some scenes may not be dramatic to you, but it's a story. That's the point. Beautiful cover by: Thegraphicdistrict on Instagram! I'm sorry guys. This is the very very ROUGH DRAFT. I did not edit. I will get to it when I have more time.