Following a massive discovery at work, Mila, a brilliant historian, finds herself tangled up with a dashing collector, Ulrik, who quickly seems to want more from her than an antique and mysterious Viking sword. Season 1 of The Collector ***** When she's offered the opportunity to curate an entire exhibit, Mila Connelly chooses to make it about Haakon Odinson, a legendary Viking she's been obsessed with her whole life. And when his sword falls into her lap after being missing for over a millennium, she takes it as a sign. But before she can uncover its secrets, a benefactor swoops in, dead-set on taking Haakon's blade for himself. No matter how handsome and mysterious Ulrik Westergaard is, Mila refuses to let him have it for his private collection. However, Ulrik's determination is stronger than she thought, and his charm seems more than capable of chipping away at her resolve. Despite the intense rivalry, their attraction to one another grows with each of their interactions. Eventually, their interests shift away from the relic, and it becomes a matter of time before one of them breaks. But who will surrender first? The devoted historian who has waited her entire life for this opportunity, or the spoiled millionaire who has spent years looking for the artifact? WARNING: This story contains mature themes and strong language that may not be suitable for some readers.

Emma Simone, walks into a New York theatre, tasked with the importance of acquiring an interview with a conductor, the Maestro of the evening. He's known for his adoration of dark, haunting compositions... and yet, other than that, there is not a single piece of information that can help her get a glimpse into who he really is. What she comes to find out is this man, this gorgeous, cold, mysterious man, is hiding something. Something that has transformed his entire life into one of solitude. He's harsh, brazen, sensual yet somehow completely unfeeling. And as Emma's feelings toward him begin to develop stronger than she could have ever imagined, she realizes the only way to get into his damaged heart is to peel back the layers, slowly. But how can you help a person who doesn't want to be saved? How can you stay with a person who does not want to be loved?

This is a sequel to Hidden. Please read that before this one or you will be lost! Matteo and Emma's story continues...

Pro golfer Austin Hutton wants nothing to do with Christmas. Or the entire holiday season. Every year he disappears to his vacation home in New Hampshire to hide from the press, except this time, his plans to shut out December are wrecked by an accident leaving him for dead. In the days that follow, Austin knows little about Lydia, the woman who rescued him, except that she also wants to be left alone. They go their separate ways, never intending to see the other again when Austin suddenly becomes the person Lydia must rely on. He quickly seizes the opportunity to do something he's never done before as golf's golden boy--but when things between Austin and Lydia heat up, the lies become more than he can control. All Austin ever wanted was to be alone but when he falls for someone that may have a few secrets of her own...this could either be the worst Christmas of his life or a future he never saw coming. Standalone in the Hearts over Par series. Can be read in any order. Editor's Pick 2020.

Pro golfer Ben Ryan loves to be in love with his celebrity athlete status. A bed that's rarely empty (yes). A reputation for crushing the competition (definitely). Spoiled? (fact). But when Ben must deal with unexpended circumstances, he isn't prepared for how quickly plans change and the woman he's expected to change them for. Ben rejects everything about Jocelyn Madson. Her house makes him cringe. Her small-town life is beneath his privileged world. When they're forced into a complicated situation under the same roof, they both must learn to give and take. All these two must do is make it Until November. This book is a standalone in the Hearts over Par series. Mature. Sexual Content. Language.

When Andy starts a complex and steamy love affair with her new boss, she discovers there's more to his arrogant facade than she originally thought. • - • - • - • - • - • - • - • Having secured her dream job at Kelex, a company she's long admired, Andrea "Andy" Walker is more than ready for the next phase of her life. Her career is taking off, she loves her new city, and her colleagues have welcomed her with open arms - including sweet, boyfriend-material Oliver. Everything is perfect, except for her new boss, whose sole purpose seems to be getting under her skin. Alexander "Lex" Coleman is cold and arrogant, but also brilliant and movie-star handsome. To Andy's dismay, it isn't long before she finds herself more affected by him than she'd like. Contending with feelings she's never experienced before, Andy knows it's only a matter of time before temptation wins out. She's playing with fire, but maybe Lex is worth the risk of getting burned. • - • - • - • - • - • - • - • Previously a Paid Story. Featured in many lists, and with two sequels shortlisted for the Wattys 2022! [[Word count: 250,000 - 300,000]] Book 1 in the Binary Hearts Series. Previously titled Between the Lines.

UNEDITED When Leon Saint-Laurent receives a wedding invitation in the mail, he soon realizes nothing's fair in love and life. **** Eliza is set on marrying James. She wants to step into a new chapter of her life. One where she can forget the past and never look back. Leon isn't ready to let go of his old best friend. Or his old lover. He's not ready to give up on the romance that should have been. After two years of distance, he's still in love with Eliza. And he wants her to know. That's why he accepts the wedding invitation. He's ready to tell her what should've been. Will they get a chance at a happily ever after? Or will Eliza choose differently?

Book 2 | Completed | "So, what now?" Lydia asked. "Now...we send his ass back to prison." Sean Williams has been through a lot in the past 5 months. He dealt with the anniversary of his parents' death, a PSYCHO stalker ex-girlfriend, and getting shot by a revenge-seeking corporate competitor who kidnapped the love of his life. Wanting to start fresh, he sold his multi-million-dollar software business, his penthouse, and asked his girlfriend Lydia to move into his new apartment with him....and she said NO. Lydia Preston was experiencing the joys of being in love with her boyfriend Sean, until he popped the question. The "will you move in with me" question. With so many changes in her life, Lydia couldn't bring herself to say yes. Despite her tragic childhood, she finally formed a relationship with her estranged brother, Michael and her birth mother, Dr. Maria Sinclair. However, the biggest feat for her was getting a job at a local coffee-shop and enrolling in NYU to finally pursue her art degree. Trying to find some normalcy in her life, she asks Sean to take the relationship slow. However, when her fathers' unexpected parole hearing comes around due to a terminal illness, she turns to Sean for support. As her father persistently attempts to mend their damaged relationship, more secrets of the past emerge, causing Lydia to question everything. Amazing cover done by @beautifulbliss26 <3 you're the best

Book 1 | Completed | My name is Hayden Price. I'm an eighteen-year-old senior in high school. Oh, and I'm the quarterback of the football team. My life has been basically mapped out since before I was born. Since my dad couldn't make it to the NFL due to an injury, his dream became my dream. He's been grooming me ever since my 3rd birthday. He put a football in my hands and BAM. Dream. Set. Match. It was all going according to plan for me. I was enjoying my life, partying, meeting girls, and planning my future as an NFL player. Then on the first day of my senior year, I woke up and something was...different. No, not something. EVERYTHING. Suddenly I was questioning what I wanted my life to be. I didn't feel the same. Then, there it was. That pivotal moment....when I saw her. Ranked #55 out of 10k stories! #featured Ignite Awards Participant #grandcafecommunity Awards Participant #dreamawards2k19 Participant Amazing cover done by @BitchIsMyReligion <3