❀ FEATURED ON WATTPAD'S EDITORS' PICKS LIST ❀ [The Closer is intended for readers with an appetite for the dark and sexy. Read at your own discretion.] "What about that no fucking colleagues policy, huh? The one you so haughtily rubbed in my face?" The way to wound my heart is through my pride. The bastard knew that. But the look in Hans' eyes told me this wasn't a game to get me all riled up. "If your office ethics involve you getting into Tim's pants, then why don't I get to play too?" His hands flew down to my legs, tickling the bare skin on my legs and shocking me into stillness when I felt him pull up the corners of my dress till they were bunched up at my waist. "You can't," I breathlessly whispered as he forced my legs apart. One hand sauntered up to my neck, resting at my collarbone while the other snaked between my legs, parting my thighs until he had all of me resting at the tip of his fingers. "Is this cause of him," he growled, his finger dipping into my heat just slightly, circling the entrance, "or me?" He sounded so needing, so deprived. It turned me on knowing that I was the one making him feel this way, that despite being the one thrown up against a wall, I had the ultimate power over this man. "It's...It's you." I gulped and met his eyes. "It's all you." ● What happens when an unstoppable, hard-hitting business woman meets an unmovable, chauvinist, and utterly exhausting heir to a multi-million empire? Disaster, of course. For Tris, Hans Castellan proves to be more than a challenge of the heart and of the body. For Hans, Tris Henderson turns out to be a woman worth fighting for, despite a rocky start and more than a few broken hearts. Then again, no one said closing this deal would be easy. ● © Beatrice Manuel, All Rights Reserved

Featured on Cosmopolitan as an "exceptional fiction story," Tongue Tied is the second highly-praised novel from spicy contemporary and romantic suspense author, Everleigh Ashcroft. Bree Laughlin is a hard working, determined businesswoman, intent on making a name for herself in the strenuous world of advertising. Alec Shaffers is Bree's biggest rival agent, hellbent on charming every potential client right out of her grasp. But Bree and Alec have an agreement. A mind-blowing, delicious agreement, that is. In public, the pair take every opportunity to showcase their disdain for one another. But in private, they can't keep their hands off each other, releasing their frustrations in the most salacious ways. But when lines are crossed, rules are broken, and tough decisions have to be made, Bree and Alec's friends-with-benefits relationship becomes a guessing game of how long they can keep everyone convinced that they hate each other, what will happen if the truth slips out, and most importantly, can Bree actually trust Alec? From the author of the internationally adored FBI romance, Federal Affair, Tongue Tied is sure to leave you wanting more! © 2017 Evergreen Books. All rights reserved. Warning: This novel contains graphic sexual encounters and other mature content. Reader discretion advised.

2018 Wattys Longlisted. A little spicy. A little sweet. A lot of passion. Kate Crawford has always known what she wanted out of life. She's had a plan for every step of the way, determined to be successful and make a name for herself in journalism. She's always been sure of herself and confident in her decisions - that is, until she met Jesse Reese, a man who keeps her on her toes and will stop at nothing to have her in his bed. Kate sees no harm in having a little fun, and indulges in a spicy sex life with Jesse. It's just the distraction she needs from the stress of trying to earn a big promotion. But then Alex Stephens captures Kate's attention, giving her a taste of something sweeter. Since she's technically not in a relationship with Jesse, Kate decides to enjoy Alex's company, too. Both men give her something that the other cannot, but sooner or later, she's going to have to choose between them. EXCERPT: "So what made you say yes?" he asked, pulling me out of my sexy daydreams. "Pardon?" I almost choked on a piece of rice. An amused expression played across his face and even that turned me on. "When I asked you for coffee and then dinner," he clarified. "What made you say yes?" The fact that you're so hot and I want you to take me to your bed right now. "I... well..." I cleared my throat, starting to feel flushed and took a long sip of wine. "You seemed nice." Really? That's all I could come up with? "Nice?" he smirked with a chuckle, tapping his fingers on the table. "You must have me mistaken, sweetheart." Oh, that voice. 2017 Evergreen Books. All rights reserved. Warning: This novel contains graphic sexual encounters and strong language. Reader discretion advised.

The brooding and mysterious Cameron St. Laurent isn't intimidated by the feisty woman at his doorstep. And when she asks him for the impossible, Cameron knows just how to sweeten the deal. ***** Spitfire in Love is a published book! As a Wattpad reader, you can access both the Published Edition and Original Edition upon purchase. When Cameron's prized motorbike got side-swiped, he had no clue that repayment would come in the form of an irresistible spitfire and struggling university student named Kara. But she's determined to pay back the debt, and Cameron can't let the deal slip through his fingers. He needs to pursue her; the two of them together are combustible, their chemistry an undeniable ticking time bomb. But Kara is used to being alone, forced to grow up fast to protect herself and her brother. Having built up walls, she has a hard time trusting Cameron, who has deep wounds of his own. And when his dark past comes knocking, he realizes that he'll have not only slay his demons, but lay himself on the line, to win Kara over, body and soul. Book 1 in the In Love Series

***Breathe for Me is the first in the 'For Me' series of stand alone contemporary romances by USA Today Bestselling author Natalie Anderson. This book and the next five in the series are available from all major e-tailers including Amazon, B&N, iTunes and Smashwords. They feature hot, passionate alpha heroes and playful heroines who like to give as good as they get... so be prepared for a steamy contemporary romance read... PLUS there is a bonus epilogue to this book!!! Sign up to Natalie's Newsletter to get access to it...*** The last thing Chelsea Greene wants is to be rescued, but that's exactly what happens when she's caught wearing nothing but her swimsuit during a midnight emergency evacuation drill. Turns out her 'hero' is a former lifeguard who has no hesitation in offering the kiss of life. So not happening, right? But for emotionally chastened Chelsea, one touch changes everything. She discovers a desire to satisfy this arrogant, demanding tease. Unable to express her own fantasies, she finds unspeakable pleasure in serving his. Xander Lawson exudes easy charm. He likes a woman unafraid to match his appetite for unfettered fun. He doesn't do complicated or emotional. But the raw need emanating from fragile Chelsea compels him closer. He can't resist spinning a sensual fantasy world around them. As passion spills outside their carefully selected boundaries, Xander learns Chelsea's stronger than he first thought. But is she strong enough to handle the intensity he's always kept hidden?

Lead Agent Dallas David was as mysterious as he was alluring. His past was a secret kept safe under lock and key, and his future was always on the rocks with a target on his back everywhere he went. No one really knew the man beneath Dallas's confident facade. No one except Alpha Reconnaissance Taskforce Agent Natalia Dobreva, his clandestine lover and the woman who betrayed him. It's been four agonizing years for Tali, trying and failing to cope with Dallas's death. When an undisclosed source invites her to aid in an overseas mission that quickly goes horribly wrong, Natalia comes face to face with the ugly truth behind the lies she's been fed for years. In a race against time while she runs for her life, will Natalia finally receive the closure she's craving, or will someone else exact revenge? And is Dallas David really dead? © 2018 Evergreen Books. All rights reserved. Warning: This novel contains graphic sexual encounters, strong language, and other mature content. Reader discretion advised.

FATEFUL ITALIAN PASSION (Book 1) (Veneziani Family Series) WARNING: This story includes very angsty relationships, psychological and explicit content. For 18+ readers only. A suspense-filled, dark romance set within the beautifully eternal backdrop of Rome, Italy is where two broken souls, Milano and Veronica, find one another. A journey of love and darkness entwined as they attempt to fill the void in their hearts. Will they heal their hearts or will they break them? Veronica, adopted by her aunt Henrietta in her early childhood, knows nothing about her biological parents and lives solely for her. After finishing her penultimate fourth year at the university, she craves an escape from her mundane, everyday life and from her so-called friends who were nothing but tormentors. Aunt Henrietta gifts her a much-needed vacation-a trip to Italy which promises to be her best holiday ever. When Veronica arrives in Rome, Italy, she meets the young Milano Veneziani, who seems like a kind man at first. She doesn't know anything about his dark past or present and what tomorrow promises, but it doesn't stop her from beginning a passionate affair with him, quickly realizing that she is falling in love. Will that passion burn her? Will it make her feel more alive than she has ever felt before? Or will she fall into the abyss of Milano's lust and be consumed by his darkness? Meet bad boy Milano and the strong and innocent Veronica. These two will immerse you in a world of shattered souls, broken hearts and the fiery emotions and ramifications of the realities of living with bipolar disorder. This is a dark billionaire romance story that will bring you to new emotional and sensual heights! Italian romance novels are always the best to ignite the human body! Dive into Milano and Veronica's colorful, fateful, and unforgettable obsession with each other. If you enjoy dark romance stories, this book series awaits you.

"GET THE FUCK OUT OF MY HOUSE." He yelled glaring at me. I couldn't help my tears. Why is he doing this? "Honey, Hunter please listen-" I started but he just cut me off. "DON'T CALL ME THAT." He said taking a threatening steps toward me. "You are so good." He said grabbing my arm harshly. I lowered my gaze. "I gave you everything." He said coldly. "And you go sleep around. And with my damn brother." He said which just made me angry. "I did not cheat on you Hunter." I said loudly. "If you could just listen to me." I pleaded crying harder. "Get your ass out of my house now!" He said dangerously. "Hunter, please." I said putting my hand on his arm. "Hunter, I'm pre-" He cut me off again. "Just get your things and leave." He said walking away. Twenty years old Stella Simmons thought was happy, didn't think that someone would want to harm her. She was married to Hunter Knight, the only man she ever loved. Ignoring the fact that he was ten years her senior, she gave him everything. Everything wasn't enough apparently. Be careful who you trust... *****

I crossed my fingers hoping this guy was hot because holy heck did they look hot from the back, black jeans, leather jacket, of course this must be a burglar who's a bad boy. "Mind telling me who you are?" They ask while they go through whoever's room this is dresser. "Mind telling me you are." I hissed back. "I asked you first darling." They turn around and I was stunned. A brown haired boy with gray eyes, almost sliver, opened my eyes, I became more intrigued than I have ever before. "And mine telling me why you're wearing one of my shirts?" I look down and mentally face palm myself for getting drunk, of course Dylan and Luke didn't get one of my own shirts. "Ah let me guess, " They leaned back on the dresser, "you're one of Luke's one night stands." I scoff,"For your information, I'm not one of Luke's one night stands." They smirk,"Dylan's?" I become annoyed," No I'm Madelyn." "Miles." Miles smirks. My jaw drops, I'd be living with this guy, for the whole summer. *** Madelyn Sawyer; the brown-eyed beauty. With long brown hair that went past her shoulders, she wasn't one to be missed in a crowd. Madelyn this summer has three things in mind before going through her senior year and later leaving for college. She wanted this to be her year. Those three things included 1) Hanging with Harper; her all time, childhood best friend 2) Make memories 3) Make it worthwhile. The only one who stood in her way of making it her best summer was the one and only Miles Miller. After her mom and moms boyfriend leave for a trip for the summer Madelyn is forced to stay with the Millers. With Madelyn being the only girl in a house with hormonal teenage boys, this summer may not go as she wanted it to. Started: 6.4.19 Finished:???