Good old, reliable George, with the wide toothy grin- there was something about him that had always made Lena's heart beat a little faster. He wasn't dangerous, wasn't arrogant, had never been a bad boy, had never been a play boy. He was steadfast, straight as an arrow, honest as they came and he made her feel like she was home. But-If he hadn't fallen in love with her by now, then he never would, right? George hadn't expected for a few years to change everything. How had he missed that Lena had grown up so much? It was almost disturbing and no matter what he did he couldn't stop the feeling growing inside him. The feeling in the pit of his stomach like he was about to lose something important, like he was about to miss out on something big.

Rescuing the kid from an uncomfortable situation seemed like such an easy thing to do. How was Marco supposed to know the chaos that would ensue? Maru hadn't asked for his help but she was grateful and now, he was asking her to save him too. How could she say no? They struck a deal. Just a few months of a mutually beneficial, mutually useful, and mutually favorable fake relationship followed by a clean, amiable, amicable split. Two friends helping each other out... The only snag: The more time that passed, the more she wished it was all real.

The two had not started off on the best terms but it was now obvious that there was something new and exciting growing between them. Romy Reid, the ever untouchable, unattainable, unyielding, world-weary, stolid and stoic beauty, did not believe in love, but Bruce White was everything she thought a man should be: Handsome, practical, smart, creative, self reliant and capable of stealing her composure with a single kiss. Bruce found himself fascinated by his beautiful competitor- She met his every challenge and challenged every part of his mind. What a wonderful surprise, flawlessly suited, an ideal and perfect match. Too bad the past doesn't stay where it belongs...

Vera was always the nice sister. She was the one everyone went to for advice. She was the one that always did the right thing. She was willing to give her best and then more. She was willing to put herself second. She was brave, and when her heart was was broken, she bore it silently. But Vera was no fool. She was NEVER going to let someone hurt her again. She'd bottle it up and grit and grin- She was done being weak. No one would ever use her again. Then he came back out of the blue- same good looks, same confident stride, same breathtaking smile. Tom Dane had shattered Vera's world, and now, he was back, determined to win her back. Would she be strong enough? Was it too late?

Echo wasn't like her sisters. She knew that when people talked about the famous and fabulous Reid sisters, they weren't referring to her. Quiet, homely, plain and riddled with social anxiety that made it hard for her to leave the house, she could never have known what was about to happen, she never dreamed she'd live such an adventure. Luke Farina was the most dangerous man around- spoiled, selfish, extremely conceited- he didn't take no for an answer and always got what he wanted. He just never expected that the strange and ridiculous little Echo would be the one to say no and somehow become the one he had to have most. -- NOTE: Hi everyone! I really hope you take the time to read this story. It's already complete for the most part, in just taking it slow in publishing it. It's my first story and I'd love to hear your comments and feedback. I hope you decide to give it a chance! This is also part one of a series and I'm already midway through the next book which can't be released unless this one gets some positive feedback. Thank you and enjoy!

Nick doesn't believe that a marriage needs love to survive, and he's out to prove it by marrying a stranger. But after proposing to headstrong waitress Annabelle, his theory begins to fall apart... ***** Nick Brady has only ever seen marriage as an agreement for mutual economic and financial gain. Wanting to prove his point once and for all, he sets out to marry a total stranger. In walks Annabelle Skye, a down-on-her-luck waitress. All she's ever wanted was stability and comfort. So when Nick explains his theory and proposes, she accepts and moves in with him. After all, she's never believed in fairytale romance. Facing disapproval from their family and friends, Nick and Annabelle become determined to make his marriage without love theory work. But when Annabelle starts to break down Nick's walls, he realizes his theory might not be as foolproof as he thought... Content/Trigger Warning: this story contains mentions of an eating disorder, physical and sexual abuse, and other mature content that may be triggering to the reader. [[word count: 90,000 - 100,000 words]] Cover designed by Ashley Marie Bandy This is the first book in The Marrying You series. [Highest rank: #1 in new adult romance, #1 in womens fiction, #86 in romance and #4 in fiction]

"Everett" I called him when he paused in his tracks. I looked around and realized that we were right in the middle of a clearing. "Why did we stop here?" I enquired in bewilderment. Everett, who had his back to me, turned to face me. The hurt expression in his face didn't miss my notice even when he tried his best to conceal it from me, by giving me a small smile. "You know I love you right?" he asked me and I nodded happily. I knew my mate loves me and I love him too. He stepped forward, cupped my face in his hands and placed a light, feathery kiss on my forehead. "I'm doing this because I love you" he whispered, and then taking a step back, curled his fingers to form a tight fist. I stared at his fist and then glanced up to clash with his pacific blue eyes, "Doing what?" I prompted. Everett didn't bother replying; instead he shifted into his huge black wolf, compelling me to take a few steps back. 'Shift' he commanded through the link. I looked away not meeting his gaze because I didn't appreciate the way he commanded me. Nobody commands me. Nobody. 'I, Everett Green, Alpha of Waterwave Pack, am challenging you, Templar Green, White Wolf, for a fight'

"I don't want you to mark me" I said quickly. "Why?" he asked me, his tone seemed calm but i knew he was far from it. "I have a commitment towards my pack" I told him, hoping he'll understand but to my astonishment his eyes were dark now and he held his palms in a tight fist. "You are my mate Templar, you belong to my pack" he said in a condescending tone. My blood boiled at the tone he was using with me. Nobody talks to me like that. Nobody. "Do not use that tone with me, Everett. You are not my Alpha, I respond to-" none, i was about to say, but had to bite my tongue to change that. I was not ready to tell him that I'm the sole White Shifter, not ready to tell him I'm The Alpha of my pack. So i lied, again.

This is the tale of Melanie, an 18 year old student, who in the search for a peaceful normality, stumbles into the violence, fear and abnormality of the lifestyle of gangs and the sordid culture adjoining to them. What happens throughout her experience can only be traced back to her, yet it seems that her world is banishing her to a land of obscure names and stress beyond her years.

If you enjoy this story please check out my rewritten version on my profile. Landon stood up and pressed Lyla against the wall so she couldn't escape. He then placed his hand on Lyla's chin and made her look at him. He then kissed her. It felt so good to be kissing his mate. It felt right. But Landon could kiss her to his heart's content when this was done, "this might hurt a bit darling, but before you know it, you will feel nothing but pleasure." Lyla felt her knees trembling with fear, "what? Let me go." Landon shook his head. He then looked at Lyla where her neck met her shoulder. He kissed it before he let his fangs elongate and he bit her. Lyla wanted to scream in pain as she felt Landon bite her. This was horrible. This was torture. But as soon as Landon's teeth had pierced her skin, Lyla felt nothing but pleasure. She felt happy. She felt warm and tingly inside and she was glad that she was pressed up against Landon. This was the most pleasurable feeling she had ever felt and Landon was right. Lyla screamed once more when Landon removed his teeth. All she felt was pain again and she slid down the wall and hugged her knees. What did Landon do to her? Did he want her to feel that much pain? And the pleasure was not enough for Lyla anymore, "what did you do to me?" "I marked you," replied Landon. "Marked me?" "Yes, darling. We have a bond now that can't be broken. You can run away, but you can't hide and I will always find you." Lyla Boyle never thought that she would be thrown into the world of werewolves, something she never believed in. But she was. And she never thought that she would be mated to an Alpha Wolf but she was. And now Lyla has to learn to live in a world that she never believed in and she didn't want to believe in it. With the turned wolves on the prowl for revenge, Lyla will be in danger, she will discover secrets that she never thought she would and maybe she will learn that it is easy to fall in love.