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Alpha Malik

Alpha Malik

Midika Crane

I take the paper my best friend Alexa shoves in my face. A picture of the Alpha of Love is printed there in color. He looks dashingly handsome, despite the things everyone knows he does. He’s desperate to find his mate, so he’s having a competition to see who will become the next Luna.

“If I do it, will you finally shut up?” I ask.

Alexa claps happily. “A million times, yes!”

Little did Aria know what she signed up for. In the Hunger Games of love, can she come out the victor?

Age Rating: 18+

Disclaimer: Please note that this story is not directly connected to Stolen by the Alpha, which is an immersive and reimagined adaptation of Alpha Kaden. This story is part of the author’s original version of the Alpha Series, and you can enjoy it as a standalone story!

When the Night Falls: A Day At Court

When the Night Falls: A Day At Court

Nureyluna

It’s been five years since we took over the throne of France.

Every day we’ve ruled, my love for Theodore has only grown stronger.

But lately, the pressures of royal life have kept us apart.

It’s driving me crazy. I can’t stop thinking about him.

His sculpted muscles. His knife’s edge jawline. His delicious cock.

I’ve started pining for any way to get some one-on-one time.

So when mass protests erupt throughout Paris, I seize my opportunity.

I’m going to finally claim some time alone with my king.

A “When The Night Falls” novella.

Age Rating: 18+

Reluctantly Mated

Reluctantly Mated

M. L. Smith

McKenzie Lancaster is a witch rescued at a young age by a local wolf pack. She finds herself in a bit of trouble when her pack is attacked by a wolf that is hell-bent on killing every witch he comes across. Setting his hostile sights on Kenzie, Kieran Gallagher ("the Mad Alpha”) stumbles upon the last thing he ever wanted to see: a witch as his mate.

Game On: A Sports Romance Series Book 1: Touchdown Temptation

Game On: A Sports Romance Series Book 1: Touchdown Temptation

Mia Carmichael

Alessia is known for fixing the kind of messes no one else can handle, and she does it with style, sharp wit, and zero patience for nonsense. So when she is assigned to manage Jace, a headline-making quarterback with a talent for trouble, she treats it like just another job. Except Jace is not just a problem to solve. He is charming, relentless, and far too interested in getting under her skin. Alessia would rather keep things strictly professional, but the more time they spend together, the harder it becomes to ignore the spark between them. Between press appearances, clever comebacks, and lingering looks, their carefully controlled game begins to shift into something neither of them planned.

Alpha Loren

Alpha Loren

Elle A.H.

“You appear to be in my territory, little wolf.” He is exceedingly beautiful, but his expression chills me to the core.

“You’re coming home with me.” His eyes so mesmerizing, so powerful. He pulls me into him, pinning me against his chest, an arm tight around my throat.

“You will submit and obey or there will be punishments,” he says, kissing the side of my head. His scent reeks of power. “Who am I, little one? Say it,” he commands. His lips curl into a smile, confirming my fears. “That’s right,” he growls. “I am Alpha Loren.”

Cruel Intentions Book 1: Fearing The Mafia

Cruel Intentions Book 1: Fearing The Mafia

Kimi L. Davis

Maril Blake lives for joy, freedom, and chasing the good in life—until one night changes everything. After witnessing a brutal murder, she's thrown into the shadowy depths of the Mafia, straight into the hands of Severin Aresco. Cold. Ruthless. Known as the Scorpio. He doesn’t ask—he takes. And once Maril is in his grasp, he makes it clear she’s not going anywhere. She fights. He tightens his grip. But as the line between hate and heat blurs, Maril must decide if escape is still her goal… or if something darker has already claimed her.

Just Another Series Book 1: Just Another Roomie

Just Another Series Book 1: Just Another Roomie

Vesper Nadine

She’s at rock bottom—job gone, nowhere to live, and not even a purse to her name. So when her best friend offers a lifeline in the form of her brother’s spare room, she doesn’t hesitate... even if that brother happens to be her longtime nemesis. He’s cocky, infuriating, and way too attractive for his own good. Neither of them wants this setup, but sparks start flying faster than they can dodge them. As the walls come down, attraction turns dangerous. He’s known as a player, and she’s known him long enough not to trust him... so why does her heart say otherwise? With secrets, grudges, and chemistry colliding, one wrong move could burn it all down.

Unplanned Mate

Unplanned Mate

Lee C Conrad

“I’m not backing down. I don’t care who you are,” I said, and blocked him from pushing into my space.

I saw a wicked smile spread across his handsome face. He clearly didn't think I could stop him.

“What a lovely feisty female you are,” he purred, moving forward. I didn’t even hesitate. I swang at him. True mate or not, he was being a dick, and I was going to teach him a lesson...

True mates are rare, but nobody ever said being destined was easy... Can they conquer their differences and embrace their fate?

Claimed by Callista

Claimed by Callista

C. Swallow

Callista rules as the Sun King—fierce, divine, and ready to claim his Moon. Yehseeka? She’s wild, proud, and has zero interest in serving any man. But tradition doesn’t ask. It chooses. And the moment Callista lays eyes on her, sparks ignite. As Yehseeka navigates his tribal world, temptation comes from every corner—from the stoic king, his darkly magnetic brother, and a third who hides more than scars. She resists, but desire is a language of its own. Just as she starts to find power in connection, her past comes roaring back with a threat only blood can answer. Now, love, lust, and legacy collide under the tribal stars.

(TW: Sexual Assault)

Haven't We Met Before?

Haven't We Met Before?

WN Noxer

Seven years ago, Alex and Edward shared an unforgettable connection in a hospital room. Now, fate brings them together again, but this time, the stakes are higher, the emotions deeper, and the circumstances more surprising. As Alex juggles her role as a devoted nurse and mother, she finds herself face-to-face with the man she once confided in, who remembers her vividly. Can they rekindle a spark that never truly dimmed? Or will the years that have passed keep them apart?

Breaking Point

Breaking Point

Zainab Sambo

Taylor Cruz lives for midnight roads and illegal grids, racing as Havoc—the street-racing ghost everyone films and no one catches. When a viral clip detonates her life and costs her license, Marco Vieri, an F1 team owner on the brink of collapse, offers her a last-chance gamble: three weeks in Monaco to prove she deserves one seat on his failing team. Standing in her way is Luca Vieri, the team’s flawless golden driver—and Marco’s son—who distrusts her past and the spotlight that follows her. When River Thorne resurfaces, the pressure turns personal. In Formula 1, speed isn’t the only thing that breaks you—sometimes it’s the spotlight, the crash, or the person you can’t afford to care about.

Strictly Baby Business

Strictly Baby Business

Bailey King

Peyton Hart is working two dead-end jobs, broke, and hungry when wealthy Sebastian Coleman walks into her crappy apartment and offers her a deal: have his baby and marry him. A year after the wedding, he'll give her a divorce and a million dollars. Desperate, Peyton agrees, expecting nothing more than a business relationship—but they find themselves falling reluctantly in love. Can they trust each other with the pain and guilt of their own tragic pasts and make a new life together?

Chicago Bratva Series Book 1: The Director

Chicago Bratva Series Book 1: The Director

Renee Rose

The lovely attorney kept a secret from me.

A baby she’s been carrying since Valentine’s night.

The night we were thrown together by the roulette wheel.

She never contacted me. Meant to keep me in the dark.

She’s about to find out what happens when you cross a bratva boss.

Punishment is in order. Sequestering until the birth.

And I’ll use that time to win her surrender.

Because I don’t just plan to keep the baby—

I plan to make his mother my bride.

And it would be much better for both of us if she were willing.

Bet On You

Bet On You

S. September

Max lives for the thrill of the chase, all charm, confidence, and a grin that usually gets him exactly what he wants. So when a reckless bet dares him to win a girl’s heart, he jumps in without a second thought. Easy, right? Until he meets her. She is grounded, sharp, and completely unimpressed by his usual tricks. Suddenly, the game feels different. What starts as playful pursuit shifts into stolen moments, real laughter, and feelings Max doesn’t quite know how to handle. The lines blur fast, and the stakes rise even faster. Because this time, it is not just about winning. It is about what happens when the truth comes knocking at the worst possible moment.

Apartment No. 107

Apartment No. 107

Chaotic Soul

Ridhi arrives in Texas chasing a dream shaped by movies, hope, and a suitcase full of expectations. She imagines freedom, adventure, and a fresh start far from home. Instead, reality greets her with culture shocks, awkward moments, and one very unexpected problem—her roommate. He is sharp-tongued, frustratingly confident, and way too attractive for comfort. Every day in their shared space crackles with banter, clashes, and moments that catch her off guard. As Ridhi navigates a new country and a new version of herself, living with him becomes equal parts chaos and curiosity. In a city that feels unfamiliar, will this clash turn into something she never planned?

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