Zara Foster couldn't be happier. She's graduated from Law school, gotten her first job, bought her first apartment and the love of her life, her boyfriend Alexander has just proposed. Everything seems to be perfect when Alex's best friend Heather moves back into town. With her boundaries repeatedly ignored and her fiance's attention elsewhere Zara has to decide if her relationship is worth fighting for or if walking away with her head high and her dignity intact is the best thing for her future.

**A Blue Beard retelling** Based on Charles Perrault's fairytale, this YA Historical Fantasy short story set in Victorian England mixes romance, magic and mystery. After agreeing to an arranged marriage to escape her greedy relatives, 18-year-old heiress Amelia moves into her husband's manor determined to start a new life. But the gothic mansion's forbidding surroundings, the servants' strange demeanour and her husband's mysterious past soon awaken her suspicions. If Amelia truly wants to become the lady of the house, she'll have to discover what secrets lie beyond closed doors and unravel the mystery of the old house's forbidden room. But sometimes secrets are kept for a good reason... HIGHEST RANKING IN HISTORICAL FICTION # 44 Copyright © 2017. All works posted here are the property of EM Castellan. Please do not use without permission. Any duplication or reproduction of all or part of the work without explicit permission by the author is illegal. Cover artist: @seventhstar

Firefighter Tanner Hall is used to running into burning buildings and risking his life to save others. It's just another day of work for the father of two. But when he gets a call from the San Diego zoo about an animal attack, he has no idea what he's in for. And he certainly has no idea that he might fall for the fiery blonde zoo keeper, Zoe. The two have an instant connection and sparks start to fly, but after a string of arsons, he quickly realizes he's not the only one after Zoe. He's willing to do whatever it takes to protect her, but will it be enough? Season 1 of Station 22

A single father firefighter falls for his younger, free-spirit nanny, who is also his boss's daughter. Season 2 of Station 22 *** When firefighter Riggs learns he has a daughter he never knew existed from a forgettable one-night stand years ago, he becomes a single father overnight. Exhausted and fumbling through new parenthood, Riggs hires a twenty-something live-in nanny, Lila, to help him put out the fires in his personal life. Riggs isn't thrilled to lean on someone else, but he knows he can't be a good father and get the lieutenant position he's worked so hard for without a helping hand. Freshly home after studying abroad, free-spirit Lila is eager to prove her independence to her father, who she can't seem to see eye to eye with. When the nanny ad pops up, she can't think of a better way to demonstrate that she's responsible. The only problem? Lila is Station 22 Chief Morgan's daughter, and Riggs' rugged appeal has her rethinking her distaste for firefighters. They should keep their distance and stay professional, but resisting each other under the same roof isn't easy. As the forbidden attraction burning between them leads to sneaking around and secrets, it'll only be so long until everything goes up in flames.

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?

Tristan Kane is a famous football player. Tristan's sister Abigail is an only mother of a baby girl. After Abigail's death Tristan is appointed legal guardian. Can Tristan raise a child while staying at the peak of his career. Or will Tristan seek help from a new friend?

Arielle damins, an eighteen year old girl, lived with her dad, step mom and step sister. Her mom died when she was a young girl and then her father remarried.she wasn't comfortable with her family until she was sold off as a pet to the vampire prince. Is her life being endangered or did it just get better?

"Home, he felt like home." Willow Greene was 'Rejected' by the most popular guy in school, Hunter Reed, who was also called as 'Alpha', ever since then, her life started going downhill. She had been confused as to why, but her questions remain unanswered. That was until Rowan Kingson came in to live in her house. Willow felt undeniable attraction towards this golden eyed boy. But is Willow ready to face all the dark creatures Werewolves, Vampires, Witches and faeries? Would she be able to embrace reality? (Word count: 90,000-95,000)

Nicolaides Kourakis had it all. The Greek God like man possessed the refined beauty as powerful as his name, the wealth as that to Plutus and the sophisticated charm of Eros. Newly appointed CEO of the world's largest shipping yard, the proud Greek believed he had it all. Or so he thought... Athena Stavros. The gentle, humble daughter who would do anything to please her father. Even if it meant becoming the wife of the most powerful man in Greece... Nicolaides or as he prefers 'Nico' is all about work first and play later. The International Billionaire strives on his dedication and pride he devoted to his company and would do just about anything to save it. Anything... A stipulation in the will demands the young Greek must marry a chosen bride or simply retire from his beloved position. With their fates already decided and destiny written before time, Nico and Athena are brought together. Would the famous International playboy tame his ways for a marriage that neither wants or would he forfeit everything he had ever worked for, for the sake of his freedom? Conflicted, torn and emotionally detached, Nico must decide where his responsibility lies. Every moment two people parts are entwined, a story begins. Would this story turn into a fairytale? Would Athena become the billionaire's arranged wife...? *********** 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 book may be stolen or transmitted by any means without the writer's permission. All content within the book is rightfully owned by the writer and plagiarism is a sin. Highest Ranking: #1- new writer. #1-author

"No matter where you run, I'll always be at the other side, tesoro," he softly whispers. My eyes slowly close as reality sets in. He was right. I could never run away from him. I feel him walking behind me, getting closer and closer with each passing second. He leans forward and dips his face inside my hair. A low, possessive growl escapes his mouth. "Right now, all I want to do is tear your clothes off and take you right against this cold, hard wall." ☾✶☾✶☾ Vivian Alejandro was a rarity. The first Alpha-blooded female wolf to be born after 200 years. She was living a happy life within her pack until she found her mate. Alpha Ethan of the West-Moon Pack. He and Vivian shared a not-so-great history together. So when they both realised who they were to each other, they ended up taking a huge step - rejection. But little did Vivian know, Ethan had not rejected her. And now she has to train at the Alpha Academy alongside her ex-mate, or so she thought. But that is not all, someone in the shadows has their eyes set on her. And they won't stop until she is dead. ☾✶☾✶☾ This book will contain mature content, humour, and romance. A more detailed gist of the book will be posted before the first chapter. Highest ranking: #1 werewolf #1 mate #1 alpha #1 hot #1 wild