*Editing* #1 mystery in the Rising Gem Awards #2 mystery in the Hidden Gem Awards #3 mystery in the Rising Author Awards The unbelievably narcissistic FBI Agent Quinn Jones is a veteran investigator when it comes to the strange and occult, but he prefers his assignments to be out of the ordinary. Several deaths on a quiet beach and one grisly murder out at sea don't seem related, but when they start to hit too close to home he will have to rely on the brains of Doctor Robyn Bourke, a sassy marine biologist, to make heads or tails of the fishy situation. Their strong personalities collide as the mystery deepens, and it becomes apparent that there are forces beyond their wildest imagination at work. Can they stand each other long enough to solve the case, or will Mother Nature get the best of them?

*2024 Watty Awards WINNER* All Vivienne Clarke wanted was to plan the best wedding of the season -- but of course, her libido gets in the way. ***** Socialite Violet Levine's *dream wedding in St. Tropez* must go off without a hitch, and Vivienne is the wedding planner behind the scenes to ensure that. She has every detail nailed down, has visited the castle-like venue dozens of times, met with vendors, and prepared everything to a T. But then Vivienne realizes the hot, filthy rich man she slept with the night before the wedding events begin is none other than Violet's older brother, the hotel mogul Axel Levine, who is paying for the whole shebang -- meaning her attraction to this man might risk her career. And when an out-of-the-blue storm threatens to flood the area where the Villa des Tropiques is located, she finds herself juggling problems beyond her control, and constantly teased by Axel's ever appealing -- and forbidden -- body. The more issues pile up on her plate, the more she becomes absolutely infatuated with Axel -- though he's the one signing her checks, and she most definitely cannot be seen frolicking with him. Between their sexual tension, and the looming storm about to literally rain on Violet's perfect day, how can Vivienne protect her reputation without losing her sanity -- and her underwear?

One less than innocent pleasure filled night...one unexpected consequence...and one very shocked billionaire. Ethan Hart possessed everything imaginable. He has the looks, the money and quite the personality. The one thing this billionaire doesn't own is an actual heart. Ruthless in the boardroom as well as in bed, the heir to the Hart's empire has made quite a name for himself. Just what will happen when he encounters the innocent Kathrine Carter? Bankrupted, broken and close to being homeless, the only thing Kathrine had was her pride and self-respect. One minute in the presence of the charming billionaire was all it took for Kathrine to be swept of her feet. But it only takes one night for anything to happen. One night to seal their fate. One night that results in the billionaire's ultimatum. ********** WARNING: the characters in this story are purely fictional and intended for entertainment purposes only. Any characteristic resemblance is coincidental. This book contains mature scenes. Images, quotes, pictures and videos are the sole property of their respective owners. No part of this story may be stolen or transmitted by any means without the writers permission Highest Ranking: #1-LondonEngland #1-newwriter #1-author. #1-happiness #1-arrogant #373-newadult

BOOK 1 OF THE 'It's Just Business' SERIES Sam Anderson, CEO of Anderson's Corporation is a tough, straightforward, serious man who only speaks the language of business. Violet is a bubbly, clumsy and shy girl who lands a job at Anderson's Corporation. No matter how much Sam tries to avoid her, he can't help but get drawn to her. But can Violet teach him the language of love or will it all result in heartbreak

"What if the right person is also your Mr. So Wrong?" *** Her lips touched and teased and coaxed him and he felt her touch in every cell and every bone. Soft and supple, her body was around him. Everywhere. She was everywhere. He was hungry for more, but he couldn't break this sweetness. Shy and timid, she kissed like herself. All so innocent, but incredibly passionate. The kiss was gentle, yet also fire. And he couldn't help anymore. He wanted more. He pushed her back gently and her back hit the wall and he pressed himself to her amazing body. "Ah." He thought. "Can I really stay away after this?" "I can't." She thought. ~~~ A guy, a girl, a contract and sizzling sexual tension brewing between them. Is it possible for them to come out of it with zero casualties? ~~~ "I'll give you a place to stay and I'll pay you, all you have to do is to pretend to be my wife for an year, in return. It is that easy." Or is it? With a contract, their deal is filed, signed and sealed with a kiss. Finally, Alexandra will have a home, have someone to back her up in the fight of getting back what is legally hers. Logan will have the revenge he wants against his ex-girlfriend, Stacy. Gambling with the matters of heart is just dangerous. You might hit the jackpot or you will be neck deep in heartbreak. It all depends on the cards that have been dealt to you. And they will both realize it soon enough, when their heart take over their brain. ___

When up-and-coming fashion mogul Luna learns her company is on the brink of financial ruin, she strikes a business deal with self-made billionaire consultant Colton, who also happens to be her sworn enemy. Standalone in The Billionaire's Sweet Trouble series *** As the co-owner of a rising fashion company and daughter of a billionaire, everything appears to be going right for Luna Stavrakos. She's partnered in business with her dashing fiancé, Barry, and set for global expansion. But when financial challenges in the company pose a threat to their future, Luna desperately searches for a business consultant to navigate the storm. Who she doesn't expect to find is charming, strikingly handsome billionaire Colton Treble. The only problem? Colton is Luna's sworn enemy, and the last person Luna wants to work with. Colton's held a flame for Luna since college, even though he's buried it with playboy antics. When he discovers Luna is engaged to Barry, a man he knows has bad intentions, he promptly agrees to help save her business-and save Luna from her engagement in the process. As they're forced to work long hours together, their intense animosity shifts into something deeper. But with Colton lying about his true plan, will Luna get the fairy tale ending she's been chasing in business and in love, or will everything crumble around her?

Being the new kid on campus is always tough - realizing that you might be one of the only humans at a university for werewolves, vampires, and witches? That's a whole different story. When 18-year-old Orla gets a scholarship to study at the prestigious Private Lupus University, she hopes the opportunity will allow her to find a community of friends she's never had. But when a dangerous encounter in the woods leads her to realize that all of those friends are actually supernatural beings, she begins to learn that everything she has ever known about herself, and her past, isn't what it seems. Throw in Ezra, a mysterious and super hot werewolf who can't seem to stay away from her, and suddenly homework is the least of her concerns. Now, what Orla had thought was going to be a normal university experience will be thrown upside down when shadowy creatures begin hunting her, thirsting for her blood. And if she, Ezra, and their friends can't find a way to figure out who - or what - she truly is, Orla might lose everything, and everyone, she has ever known.

"Deliciously captivating! It's the perfect amount of laughs, love and drama. You won't be able to put this book down!" - Grace K @ HQ. When Agatha becomes the Everard's governess, she's grateful for a way to escape her dark past. That is until her growing feelings for the mysterious Lord of the house begin to present an even greater risk. ***** The Everard's are one of the most esteemed families in Wickhurst. And Benedict, the Lord of Devonshire and the eldest of the clan, is as mysterious and brooding as anyone The Town has ever seen. His face is marked with scars, and no one dares to speak on how he got them. Known to all as 'the beast,' the townsfolk tremble in his wake. But little does he know that he is about to meet his match in Agatha Blair, his sisters' new governess. Agatha is witty, smart and gives him a run for his money when he tries to peel back the layers of who she really is. She truly intrigues him more than any woman he has met but she is a governess and he is a Lord. The Town would shun the union of two people from different stations and any romance between them is surely a recipe for social disaster! But what can they do when the burning hot feelings refuse to relent? And when Benedict uncovers that Agatha is hiding a secret far more dangerous than anything he could have imagined, will love save the day and will Agatha finally tame the beast? *This story is a standalone title in the Everard Family series. [Now a Hachette Audiobook!] [[word count: 100,000-150,000 words]]

Twenty-Four years passed between the events of 'The Apprentice Girl' and our first meeting of Isabel in 'Will and Testament', but what happened during that time? This short story collection will provide you with details of what happened in those twenty-four years. From proposals and weddings to the more mundane of family life, all will be explored in these chapters. Open up to find out just what transpired in those twenty-four years. (C) Spruce_Goose

A comical look into the livelihoods of different people stuck in life complexities. Driven by the desire to crawl out of the situations created by themselves. The members continue committing repeated mistakes, playing the blaming game while others condemn other's bad habits. Things turn chaotic for Christie's family after the sudden death of her ex-husband who leaves nothing to his first children. The mistresses use this chance to share the properties amongst to themselves without leaving a single penny to the first wife. Life turns upside down for Havana the spoilt princess who faces the wrath of the world. Her desire to get married is shattered after her baby daddy fails to take responsibility Christie is disappointed in her when she continues to make mistakes one after another when she brings several grandchildren to her without support. Her siblings also do the same yet their mom is financially unstable. Dear readers who do you think is at fault?. Let's dive into this story together as we find out who's at fault.