When Helena finds a phone on the night train, she decides to text the first number in the list of contacts in order to figure out who it belongs to. ***** Helena Santos hasn't had the easiest life. At twenty-one, she's the legal guardian of her teenage sister, in the final year of her nursing degree, and working night shifts at her small-town's local bar. And things get a lot more complicated when she finds a phone on the train home and decides to text the first number in the list of contacts, in hopes of tracking down its owner. That contact? Adam Bauer; the charismatic, sweet, and refreshingly honest older brother of the person who lost their phone. As the two continue talking, they can't ignore the chemistry and growing feelings between them, but life is never that simple. To make things work, Helena and Adam need to juggle a troubled sister, a meddlesome ex-boyfriend, and one fat lawsuit - all intent on keeping them apart. [[word count: 40,000-50,000 words]] Content and/or Trigger Warning: This story contains swearing, mature themes, and sexual content.

COMPLETED. "Look, if you're-" "Shut up." I was taken back at the sudden manner in which he spoke to me. "Let's get something straight Miss Greene, I don't appreciate people talking back at me. And quite frankly, you're crossing your limit with me and my patience with you. So from now on, as long as you're with me you'll do as I say. Understood?" _____________________________________________ Mystery. Romance. Deception. You know what they say, hate is a strong emotion- so is love. You can only hate someone you place in high esteem since you care about what they think. When Juliet Greene secures an internship position at the Empire Heights hotel, and things seem to be finally going her way, a brief encounter causes her life to turn upside down. Getting in the way of the hostile, unfeeling, yet wickedly magnetic billionaire Adrian Vandermir, Julie suddenly gets thrown into a situation that's too much for her to handle. Wanting to have little to do with this and the infuriating Vandermir, she none the less convinces herself that his decisions would be best for her family's own safety. But when things begin to get out of hand, she discovers that she has more to do with the dangerous situation Adrian is involved in than she or anyone else could ever imagine. In the hopes of ending the matter, both must endure each other's company as they take a trip together which reveals unbearable past secrets and irresistible desires. Desires that Julie fears would only deepen her wounds, but somehow heal Adrian's. BONUS CHAPTERS available on my blog (link in my bio)

NANOWRIMO 2019. NOVEL ENTRY. DRAFT. NOT EDITED. Jane Cohan was in a car accident and rushed to the hospital. Nearly on the brink of death, she was saved by a resident doctor, Sebastian Malcolm. But Jane seemed like she didn't want to be saved. Sebastian noticed this and made sure she didn't do anything life-threatening. In order to keep her from taking her life, Sebastian kept a close watch on her. However, there was more to Jane than a mere patient of his. Because of this, he grew attached to her. And Jane, slowly, grown attached to him as well. In this darkest time in her life, will Jane allow Sebastian in her life? #Nanowrimo2019

SAMPLE ONLY! CHAPTERS TAKEDOWN ON AUGUST 12, 2020. "I'm having second thoughts about going with him, about this relationship, about him." By some weird turn of fate, Any Peterson is now dating her former enemy, the ever so arrogant but oh-so-handsome bachelor William Maxwell. While every other girl would jump at the idea of having the richest man in the city as a boyfriend, Andy would rather opt-out - if only she had a choice. Needless to say, she felt like kicking herself at first. William Maxwell, Mr. Mogul, is a changed man. Now a happier, kinder, and less arrogant version of himself, he's all the more determined to capture Andy's heart. He is living proof that persistence goes a long way. Getting Andy to agree on dates is no easy feat - at least not if you threatened to fire her ass the first time you met. Just when Andy starts falling for William's charms, unwanted persons from their past resurface, and paparazzi corners the left and right. Can naive, country girl Andy handle the public scrutiny? Will William ever earn Andy's full trust? Even better, will this awkward relationship go into full bloom, or will the circumstances nip that little romance in the bud? This is a sequel to Meeting Mr. Mogul. Read this rollercoaster love-hate romance of Andy and William. Copyright © 2015 Mel Ryle. All rights reserved.

SAMPLE ONLY! CHAPTER TAKEN DOWN ON JUNE 29, 2020. BOOK RELEASE ON JULY 19, 2020. AVAILABLE ON AMAZON AND KINDLE. ~ "I've never been ignored in my life. You're seriously testing my temper," he said with his jaw clenched. I sat there immobile, keeping my face as impassive as I could. "You were the one who started asking unnecessary questions." Unlike all the other girls in the city, Andy Peterson is not one to drool over guys like that popular bachelor, William Maxwell aka Mr. Mogul, no matter how filthy rich, devilishly handsome, and irresistibly sexy he may be. She knows their ilk, and she's not going to fall for their tricks. She doesn't have time for it period. But it seems that fate would have her make time for it, as Andy discovers she's actually working for the last person she'd ever want to work for-Mr. Mogul himself a Wattys2014 Talk of the Town winner! Copyright © 2015 Mel Ryle. All rights reserved.

UNEDITED Allison Coleman has a not so perfect life. Things were starting to turn for the better for her. She got an opportunity to work as one of the lead designer on the next month's issue of Face Magazine, and her year old relationship with her boyfriend, Daniel, is taking on the next step. But, it didn't work out the way she intended it to be. When she crossed path with her high school sweetheart that she didn't see for almost eight years, her life took an unexpected turn of events. Now boyfriend less and a job that can go down the drain, Allison is trying to take back her life by moving out of her apartment and taking charge with her work again. But, how can she concentrate on that when a certain someone lives across the door from her new apartment? #AMrMogulStory Copyright © 2014 Mel Ryle. All rights reserved.

Maddie can't remember the last 2 years, but she knows Ethan is the handsome boy who's been haunting her dreams. Do they have an insta-spark, or a past? *** When a skiing accident leaves sixteen-year-old Maddie Monroe with a brain injury, erasing all her memories from the past two years, her personality undergoes a massive transformation. Long gone is the carefree girl she used to be, and old friends feel like complete strangers. One of the strangest side effects the accident leaves her with are her dreams -- or more specifically, the boy who plagues them. She has no idea who he is, but he comes to her most nights; handsome, funny and charming as hell. When he shows up seated beside her in English class one day, she feels an instant connection to him - and as their relationship develops, Maddie can't help but feel like there's a hidden past between them. Have they met before? Who is Ethan Ryder? [[word count: 60,000-70,000 words]]

[friends to lovers] After having her heart broken, Lisa has sworn off men and now spends her time growing her business while living a celibate/single life. But when a charming vet with a heart of gold barges into her life, she'll need to decide if she's ready to open her heart and risk having it broken again. ... Bakery owner Lisa has sworn off dating after having her heart broken by the same man twice. Leaving a past full of bad choices and meaningless relationships behind, she now puts all her time and energy into making her bakery the best one in the city, all the while embracing the celibate/single life. The last thing she expects, though, is to have her plans shaken by Thomas, a charming vet with a golden heart and eyes full of mischief. He's got wanderlust in his blood and is trying to make the world a better place. She needs roots and stability to feel sane. He says life is simple, and that love is everyone's ultimate goal. She says he's a dreamer and that love will always find a way to mess with you. They have nothing in common besides the attraction that sizzles every time they are together. They say they're just spending time together and hanging out. They say they're just friends. But what happens when the lines of their friendship get blurred and they're forced to analyze how they really feel for each other and what they really want from life? **NOTE: This is book 2 in the 'New Beginnings Series' and can be read as a standalone.**

Giving lap dances to sexy, tattooed bad boys is just one of the perks of Audrina Hadley's job at a Miami strip club. But after giving a lap dance to Riley Cohen, VP of the Outlaws Motorcycle Club, she gets more than she bargained for. What she doesn't realize is that Riley comes with a lot of dangerous baggage and his past is about to make a comeback with a vengeance. Soon, Audrina finds herself in the middle of a deadly feud, but what neither her nor Riley realize is that they are connected in a way they couldn't imagine and only one person knows how. Truths will be revealed that will change lives forever. Sex, lies, addiction, murder, and an unexpected weapon. Will Audrina make it out alive and also find love along the way? •• Highest Rank: #2 in #sexy •• 🌟Awards🌟 🌟 Wattpad "Pumpkin Spice Romance" Reading List - November 2019 🌟 Hidden Gems Awards 2018 Romance Winner 🌟 TWC 2018 Biannual Contest Romance Winner - Weird_Community 🌟 TWC Favorite Chapter Yet Contest Honourable Mention for November 2017 - Weird_Community

[18+] Imogen is shocked when the sexy stranger she spent the summer sleeping with turns out to be her new boss. ***** [WILL BE REMOVED FROM WATTPAD ON AUGUST 3RD, 2023] When two strangers each booked a holiday in Greece, neither of them expected to spend more time sweating beneath the sheets than beneath the sun. After dropping out of uni, Imogen needed to blow off some steam and forget all about her poor choices, disappointing one-night stands, and wasted education. Jason was a welcome distraction--one that turned into something more serious than a few fun nights in his luxury hotel suite. Having got through another year managing his company, Jason embarked on his annual trip abroad where he hoped to compensate for his lack of sex at home. Imogen became more than a casual hook-up, though, and it wasn't just her body that kept him interested. Both wanted to escape. Both became captivated in a fiery romance. And when summer ends and their paths cross again, this time as boss and employee, they find out that both had been lying. [Steamy spin-off of Office Affairs] FORMERLY WITHIN WATTPAD'S PAID STORIES PROGRAM - SAMPLE ONLY