A fish-out-of-water story about a New York City chef who inherits a ranch, discovers a family he never knew, and finds unexpected love with a fiercely loyal woman. For fans of western romance superstars like Lyla Sage and Elise Silver. New York City chef Jake West had it all, but a few strokes of a pen meant no more marriage. No more restaurant. No more big city lifestyle. Then he receives a call explaining that his long-estranged father, Brett, has died, and he needs to return to the Canadian ranch he left as a child. Jake expects to go, sign more papers, and return to the city and rebuild his future. Instead Jake learns that Brett's left the ranch to him-and only him. Things might have been hot in his restaurant's kitchen, but that's nothing compared to what he faces now: a family he didn't know existed, and a property he doesn't want. Tanner and Brady, his half-brothers, don't want him around. And while his stepmother, Peony, welcomes him, there's Liz, Peony's daughter. She's not a West, but her loyalties lie with the family, not an outsider. However, as Jake settles into the rhythms of the ranch, he wonders if he's finally found something that's been missing in his life-especially as he and Liz grow closer. At first, it's just attraction, but when a sudden kiss ignites a heat in both of them, they can't ignore this raging inferno. Maybe Brett West knew what he was doing when he summoned his eldest son back home-and gave him a chance to change his life forever. This is Book 1 of the West Line Ranch Series. Book 2 - Western Connection and Book 3 - Western Flame, are currently available to read on Wattpad In bookstores January 20th, 2026! Pre-order here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/790665/western-heat-by-caroline-richardson/9781998341375/ Watty's Shortlist - 2021 Cover designed by Nora Inla

"Listen to me, princess. I've had enough of your attitude. We're both in hell here. So either suck it up or shut up. Do I make myself clear?" -- Emma Winston never expected her father to become President of the United States. When she got accepted into her dream school she never expected to have a secret service agent assigned to her 24/7. And when she meets Harry Styles, her personal 24/7 agent, she never expected she could hate someone so much. Will Harry and Emma learn to silently and spitefully coexist, or will circumstances they never could have anticipated change everything they thought about each other? HIGHEST RANK #1 IN FANFICTION Reviews: "24/7 a very lovely book. It's one of my favourite stories ever! It's really well written and soooo cute. I get so damn excited when it has a new chapter. You always get surprised bc there is often something you don't expect to happen. It's perfect♥️" - @FantaStyles "24/7 is worth the read for anyone, not just Harry stans. It's not predictable or cliche like the title may suggest to some. The amount of times I've gotten whiplash from the characters and the situations is uncountable. The storyline is well thought out and the character development is amazing. This book is an 11/10." - @takemyeverybreath "24/7 is far from the cliche fanfiction it might seem. It's a bodyguard story deluxe with plenty of action (and not just the sexy kind). The characters are well written three dimensional people who really grow on you as you keep reading more and more chapters. There is plenty of drama going on, but unlike you often see, it isn't drama for the sake of drama. The plot is very well constructed and the cliffhangers will certainly keep you on the edge of your seat and checking the Wattpad app or site more often then you might like to admit for updates." - @SophiaGordons

Newly edited/amended chapters are all up! When Katie agrees to accompany her best friend Mel to a Harry Styles concert, she has no idea how much her life is about to change. Fighting her own insecurities and health issues, Katie must try and navigate the strange new world she finds herself thrown in to as people and events from her past rear their ugly heads. This is my first attempt at writting a fan fic, or anything for that matter and I'd appreciate any comments you have. Thanks. #Treatpeoplewithkindness

Kamea Palu surprises her boyfriend, Reed, of three years on their anniversary only to find out he is cheating on her with supposedly best friend, Courtney. Confronted at an anniversary party, "Reed, we are over!! Done!! Al di sopra di (Italian for over), I luna (Hawaiian), Terminado (Spanish)!! Then, Reed proclaims: "Baby, once we are over, it's over. You will never find another guy like me. I am irreplaceable." One year later, Cris Fiore enters the picture, with his kids, Dia and Rocco. Cris falls head over heels in love with her at first sight at his night club. Does Kamea allow Reeds' words to cause her to never love again? Or, does she open her heart and let Cris in? ************************************************************************* The pictures used in this story are none of my own. They are used from several sites - pay sites as well as free to use sites. And, some have been purchased to use. Cover is courtesy of www.Canva.com Date started - 02/25/18 Completed -

I peered through the window at the object of my curiosity. It seemed surreal how I had only arrived a few hours ago, and already, I find myself intrigued by this one person. He was slumped, sulking in a chair, with his head down at the other end of the corridor. His face wasn't as beat up as I expected, he had a fixed expression of vexation. But I sensed a hint of something else. Something deeper than the harsh exterior.

'True love doesn't only bring out the best in you. It brings out the worst.' When Trinity meets Harry things change, but it isn't for the better. However, she is eager to know what is behind the wall he has built so high around himself, and she learns things about him that no one else does. But the more she gets dragged into his world, the harder it is for her to get back on track, and she finds herself part of a world she never knew existed. The cracks in your heart is for the light to shine through and make things better, but what do you do when the cracks are too deep and the light can no longer find its way in? (Contains mature content)

Louise Carter, the football star, the cheerleading captain, the straight A student, the centre of attention, always thought life would last forever. But when she lost her little sister on a "rainy" day, everything changed. Feeling guilty for what happened the 12th August, 2005. Louise struggles with the grief and guilt for not being able to save her sister. She starts seeing her in her dreams every night along with her shadow next to her every day. And when she meets Jack Collins, the new cute boy in town, a new adventure starts as she takes her sister's favourite purple umbrella, a deep breath and Jack's hand, ready to walk the path to say her final goodbye and let go of the grief and guilt, once and for all. But will she be able to finish what she's starting as Jack comes with secrets himself? Darker than she ever could have guessed... My Purple Umbrella by N. J Colin Copyright | 2018. All Rights Reserved.

|| Highest Rank - #3 in Teen Fiction || Amanda thought she had found the love of her life. She had everything perfectly planned out; the university she would attend, the car she would drive, the house she would own, the place she would get married and even the money she would earn. Much to her dismay, all her plans went straight down the drain when she caught her golden boy in bed with someone else. She thinks she is the only person who feels absolutely devastated, but she is proven wrong when, one night, a certain bad boy knocks on her door. Now what could a six foot tall, arrogant jerk want from her? Isn't it obvious? He wants revenge. - Cover by @-belllawrites Copyright © by Laylaa Khan

When Rocio's boyfriend invites his best friend on their trip to Ibiza, she thinks nothing of it--until his smoking hot body makes her think again. ***** The summer before her last year of university, Rocio plans a romantic, drama-free vacation to Ibiza with her boyfriend Axel. But nothing goes according to plan when their party of two becomes a party of six, and when Axel invites his best friend Levi--who Rocio has never met--on the trip. Because Levi is everything that Axel isn't: he's charming, flirtatious, and rocks a sexy Australian accent just as easily as a six pack. But as Rocio continues to deny their instant, irresistible connection, she can't help but wonder...what's the worst that could happen if she gave in to temptation? All she has to do is kiss Levi to find out . . . Content/Trigger Warning: contains references to sexual assault. [[word count: 60,000-70,000 words]]

Fiction Awards 2018 Winner in Best Teen Fiction Story, Best Humour Story & Best Wattpad book turned published! Book 1 in the Rules series. Available on Amazon. Ranked #1 in Teen Fiction & Completed on 05/11/2017 ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ''Whatever you're thinking of doing right now. It's not a good idea,'' I hardly said, trying not to look at his lips. His close proximity seemed to be enough for my ability to breathe to say "Oh hell no. I'm out." "Is that so?" He whispered, "And why is that?'' "You're my cousin's enemy. There are rules. We can't do this.'' I stuttered, secretly trying to convince myself. I stepped back. He stepped closer. He knew I couldn't resist for long. "Well, I'm a bad boy.'' Haze started kissing my neck softly. How could something so wrong feel so right? My skin was on fire everywhere he laid his lips. It took everything I had not to cup his face and finally give in. He then proceeded to whisper something against my skin. "And you know what bad boys do?" I knew there would be no going back. ❝They break the rules❞ ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ When 17-year-old Winter Kingston has to move to America to live with her aunt and cousins, she has no idea what awaits her. What could possibly go wrong? She will meet new boys, new friends and stay out of trouble. One night, she dares follow her cousin and his friends when she suspects they are lying about going to a party. Little does she know, this simple mistake is going to change her life forever. What happens when she accidentally comes face to face with Haze Adams, tyrant of her school, notorious street fighter and her cousin's enemy? He has rules. When she breaks them without a second thought, she has no idea she just captured the one thing every girl wants - Haze's Adams attention. He can't stay away, no matter how hard he tries. Can she change him...before he ruins her?