All Sophia ever wanted was for Ashton Maverick to notice her. But he was best friends with her older brother, Patrick, and a hockey star. There was no chance in Hell he'd be interested in her. But when Sophie moves back home for the summer and runs into Ashton for the first time in two years, things start to change. Between stolen glances and secret hookups, they begin to fall deeper in love with each other. But Sophie has something bigger to worry about than her big brother finding out about their secret relationship. Find out more in Hockey Baby by Ariel Hughes 🏒

After the shock reveal that Imogen's pregnant with Jude's child, their relationship is left rocky. But as they're pulled closer by baby scans and a surprise family holiday, could the spark between them reignite? Season 2 of The Mechanic *** After the truth about Imogen's pregnancy is revealed in the worst way possible, her world comes crashing down. Her hopes in tatters, she doesn't believe Jude will show for the first baby scan weeks later. But then she locks eyes with him striding through the hospital door, and everything changes. Jude looks worse for wear, but he's ready to work together for the baby. And Imogen's ready to try to rebuild what's broken between them. Then Jude's mother catches wind of the pregnancy and invites them on a family holiday abroad, and suddenly, they're thrown together headfirst. Still on rocky footing, things intensify when they find themselves sharing not only a room, but one bed. It's impossible to deny the attraction, and soon, their connection heats up. But what will happen when they exchange holiday bliss for real life back in London? Can their relationship flourish, or will old faces from the past threaten to derail everything? WARNING: This story contains depictions of abuse. Reader discretion is advised.

Life had always been a daunting challenge until the moment I crossed paths with this extraordinary man. It seemed as though everything was finally falling into place - I began to appreciate and cherish myself, and were blessed with the presence of an incredible little and a devoted fiancé. However, everything took an unexpected turn one fateful evening, shattering your world completely. Suddenly entangled in a lifestyle I never envisioned for myself, I find myself questioning if there will ever be an opportunity for redemption. Is there a glimmer of hope left for the restoration of a blissful and united family?

When Evelyn and her long-term enemy, star hockey captain Atlas, are forced to work together on a university media project, sparks fly as resisting their attraction becomes a far bigger challenge than their opposing opinions. Standalone in the Wellsfield University Series ***** Evelyn Hayes has hated Atlas Griffin, the golden boy of their university hockey team, since their very first conversation three years ago. To Evelyn, he's the womanizing, arrogant epitome of rich privilege and everything she despises. So when a university-funded media project for the hockey team throws her into Atlas' orbit, she fully expects them to be at each other's throats. What she doesn't expect is for the snarky comments and daring glares to turn into sparks of undeniable attraction. With Atlas' sights set on the NHL and Evelyn desperate to keep the media lead position she's worked so hard for, neither is interested in anything complicated. Soon, a heated one-night stand leads to an enemies-with-benefits hookup pact. But is either ready to face the consequences when the lines blur and strings start to get attached?

"What did you think would happen?" I asked. "That we could spend every day together, hugging, holding hands, arguing, doing whatever it is I do, and you saying whatever it is you say, and I wouldn't feel anything?" Avoiding him is a challenge since he's her best friend's brother, but the more Daesyn learns about Caelum, the more fascinated she becomes. He's hiding something, and she's determined to get to the bottom of it even if it turns out to be her worst decision yet. Cover by the amazing @addinginfinities_

❝ Aurora neared Patricia's house and felt a wave of nostalgia wash over her. She had spent many afternoons of her childhood building snowmen in the front yard, rollerblading in the driveway and playing dress-up under the magnolia tree. As she walked up the porch steps she felt hesitant to ring the door bell. It felt unnatural showing up without an invitation. What if Patricia didn't live here anymore? What if no one was home? This was silly. Aurora turned back just as the door cracked open. "Ora?" exclaimed a deep voice. Something melted inside her when she heard her old nickname. She swiveled to see a mess of dark hair and a wide smile.❞ A story about friendship, heartbreak, and the art of starting over.