[PUBLISHED UNDER POP FICTION, AN IMPRINT OF SUMMIT MEDIA] One competition, one man, twenty-five women, and a bet. Zachary Astor wanted to be the Bachelor for one purpose alone: to prove to his friends that he can ditch twenty-five women without ever looking back at any of them. But will he stand on to his words when he meets Julianne Grey, the only woman who seems to regret being in the competition? Despite what he thinks, Zachary will find his thoughts preoccupied by the weird, silent, and mysterious girl he keeps on giving a rose much to his own amazement and her disappointment.

NB: THIS IS NOT THE COMPLETE VERSION OF THIS STORY. I WILL MAKE CHAPTERS 1-3 AVAILABLE HERE. Football pro Grant Farley is nursing an injury and needs to get back into shape fast. Ballet wouldn't be his first or even his last choice, but he's desperate. Enter tantalizingly prim teacher Jasmine Bell one disapproving arch of her eyebrow and Grant knows he'll enjoy getting her tutu in a flutter! But it's not only Grant's flexibility that Jasmine's pushing to the limit! He knows she feels the heat between them, so why won't she give in to it? Time to convince Jasmine that if she's brave enough to dance en pointe she can certainly handle a fling with him! __________________________________________________ Hi readers! Only The Brave Try Ballet is the first story I ever wrote. It's also the first in a duology about two ballerinas who live in Melbourne, Australia. Like all my books it has a blend of sexy romance, a touch of humour, drama and other real issues. Please note, as I am an Australian author writing a story about Australian characters you may find the spelling and some words to be a little different from what you're used to. This story uses Australian/British English spelling. Also, the football referenced in this story is AFL (Australian Rules Football) which is different to soccer (or football, depending on where you're from!), rugby and NFL football codes. I hope you enjoy this sneak peek. Happy reading! With love, Stefanie.

USA Today bestselling author Catherine Gayle presents another novel in the emotional Portland Storm hockey romance series. Comeback is Book 9 in the Portland Storm series. Recovering addict Nicklas Ericsson, star goaltender for the Portland Storm, is ready for a comeback-both on the ice and in his personal life. But when his sister begs for his help with an earth-shattering request he can't refuse, Nicky worries the stress will send him over the edge into a relapse. As the vice-president of a non-profit organization, Jessica Lynch has worked with her fair share of addicts. She's always managed to keep her distance and prevent them from pulling at her heartstrings-but Nicky Ericsson proves to be the one exception. Something about the goalie draws her to him. With an instant and mutual attraction, Nicky and Jessica explore the boundaries of their relationship. While Nicky struggles with his recovery, Jessica fears he won't be able to handle all that's been thrown his way. Will his addiction get the best of him, or can Nicky pull off the Comeback of a lifetime? ***Only the first chapter of Comeback will be posted at Wattpad. To read the full novel, please visit http://catherinegayle.com/contemporary-romance/comeback to learn where you can purchase your copy.***

USA Today bestselling author Catherine Gayle presents another novel in the emotional Portland Storm hockey romance series. Dropping Gloves is Book 10 of the Portland Storm series. She left to follow her dreams, but came back to find her heart. When Katie Weber decided to pursue her dreams in Hollywood, she left her heart behind in Portland. Now she's back to make amends with Jamie Babcock, the only man she's ever loved, but he isn't willing to forgive and forget. Heartbroken, Jamie refuses to reopen old wounds-no matter how much he still loves her. At some point, he's got to draw the line. But Katie realizes she's got the biggest battle of her life on the line-one she can't win without Jamie by her side. In the game of love, all bets are off. Katie's Dropping her Gloves to fight for both the life she craves and the man she loves. But is Jamie too proud to end the standoff so he can finally have the one he truly wants? ***Only the first chapter of Dropping Gloves will be posted at Wattpad. To read the full novel, please visit http://catherinegayle.com/contemporary-romance/dropping-gloves to learn where you can purchase your copy.

USA Today bestselling author Catherine Gayle presents another novella in the emotional Portland Storm hockey romance series. Home Ice is Book 11 in the Portland Storm series. Tough-as-nails Portland Storm head coach Mattias Bergstrom is hard on his players, molding them into heroes on the ice. He'd never let them see his warm, soft side-something he saves only for his younger sister, who has special needs. But when a hockey event brings a sexy, single mother and her four rambunctious daughters into his life, that icy exterior quickly melts away for her youngest, who reminds him of his dear sister. Paige Calhoun has her hands full with four teenage daughters who are beyond boy crazy. Throw crushes on hockey players into the mix, and they're almost too much to handle. But when Paige meets the Storm's all-business but irresistible coach, she finds herself as smitten as her girls, and Mattias couldn't be happier. With a Home Ice advantage, Mattias lets his icy exterior melt away to prove to Paige how hot they can be together. ***Only the first chapter of Home Ice will be posted at Wattpad. To read the full novella, please visit http://catherinegayle.com/contemporary-romance/home-ice to learn where you can purchase your copy.***

USA Today bestselling author Catherine Gayle presents another novella in the emotional Portland Storm hockey romance series. Mistletoe Misconduct is Book 12 in the Portland Storm series. Everyone deserves a second chance. As general manager of the Portland Storm, Jim Sutter knows this all too well. And he's in the perfect position to grant second chances like he's Santa Claus-even if he never gives himself one. When his friends take matters into their own hands, Jim might just get the holiday surprise of a lifetime. Elaine Sutter is finally ready to forgive her ex-husband for his past transgressions and find a future with him again. So when she discovers his online dating profile, she sets up a secret meeting with the only man she's really ever loved. Her only goal this holiday season is to stuff Jim's stocking with a Santa-sized dose of forgiveness and a sleigh full of love. After all, a bit of mistletoe could wipe out all of Jim's previous misconduct and pave the way for a little fun under that holiday sprig. ***Only the first chapter of Mistletoe Misconduct will be posted at Wattpad. To read the full novella, please visit http://catherinegayle.com/contemporary-romance/mistletoe-misconduct to learn where you can purchase your copy.***

USA Today bestselling author Catherine Gayle presents another novel in the emotional Portland Storm hockey romance series. Losing an Edge is Book 13 in the Portland Storm series. Tired of being the second-best Babcock, Levi "501" Babcock is ready to outshine his older brother. Outranking his brother proves harder than he imagined-until he meets a sinfully sexy gold-medal-winning figure skater. She might be the prize he's been searching for all along. Bubbly and spirited Cadence Johnson is determined to escape the shackles of her former partner. Moving to Portland gives her the fresh start she's craved, but the last thing she can afford is a distraction like Levi Babcock. When Cadence's past comes back to threaten her and her life is on the line, Levi might be the safety net she never realized she needed. But will Levi still care about Losing an Edge to his biggest rival, or can he finally step out of his brother's shadow to become the hero in his own game? ***Only the prologue of Losing an Edge will be posted on Wattpad. To read the full novel, please visit http://catherinegayle.com/contemporary-romance/losing-an-edge to learn where you can purchase your copy.***

USA Today bestselling author Catherine Gayle presents another novel in the emotional Portland Storm hockey romance series. Game Breaker is Book 14 in the Portland Storm series. He's becoming a Game Breaker on the ice. With the playoffs right around the corner, Nate "Ghost" Golston is focused on only one thing-getting the Portland Storm to the Finals so he can finally hoist the Cup. But when opposing teams' fans start getting under his skin, he can't ignore the ridicule that's suddenly all over the Internet. With each degrading word slung over the boards, he strains to keep his focus on the ice. Now, everything he's worked for is in jeopardy. She's facing off with the Game Makers. Stunning sports reporter and aspiring filmmaker Anne Dennison is determined to use her smarts to get ahead in a male-dominated career. Producing a behind-the-scenes web series brings Anne up close and personal with skilled, sexy Nate. Sparks fly, putting her plans in danger. For Anne to succeed, she has to capitalize on Nate's struggles. Wanting to be together, they know they must bend for each other before one of them breaks. If they can't, it's Game Over. ***Only the first chapter of Game Breaker will be posted on Wattpad. It releases on August 11. To read the full novel, visit http://catherinegayle.com/contemporary-romance/game-breaker to learn where you can purchase your copy.***

USA Today bestselling author Catherine Gayle presents the first novel in the sexy, edgy Tulsa Thunderbirds hockey romance series, a spin-off from her Portland Storm series. Bury the Hatchet is Book 1 in the Tulsa Thunderbirds series. They both need to make amends... But they might be making more than that. Tulsa Thunderbirds goaltender Hunter Fielding has a lot of kissing up to do following a few brash and uncalled-for statements. Now he needs to prove to the watchful eyes that he's changed for the better. But cozying up to Little-Miss-Perfect-Gone-Bad isn't his idea of making amends. Agreeing to marry a hockey star to clear her "bad girl" reputation is the worst idea Oklahoma's former sweetheart, Tallulah Belle Roth, has ever heard. With cameras constantly in their faces, Hunter and Tallie need to prove their sickeningly-sweet, do-good lives are the real deal-just to Bury the Hatchet once and for all. But when the cameras are off, desire burns hot. Can fake and just for show turn into something real and forever? Purchase the complete story at all major ebook retailers. Find the links at: http://catherinegayle.com/contemporary-romance/bury-the-hatchet. BURY THE HATCHET is Book 1 in USA Today bestselling author Catherine Gayle's ongoing, sexy Tulsa Thunderbirds hockey romance series, a spin-off from her emotional Portland Storm series, and it is currently free at most ebook retailers. You can find the links to download your copy here: http://catherinegayle.com/contemporary-romance/bury-the-hatchet. Links for purchasing the other books in the Tulsa Thunderbirds series can be found here: http://catherinegayle.com/contemporary-romance#TulsaThunderbirds.

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