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The Abduction of Her Dreams

The Abduction of Her Dreams

Introvertvert

When Mindy is awoken by aliens and brought to their world, it sure seems like a dream. But when she meets handsome, glistening Jukar, everything starts to feel real. Are they destined for each other? And if they are, can she handle it?

Piccadilly Pioneers

Piccadilly Pioneers

D. T. Jones

"Still think it's hopeless?" Douglas smiled.

"No, it's not hopeless, Douglas. It's impossible," Natasha said. "Your dream is a dead-end alley in the middle of the Twilight Zone. You've taken drunks, drug addicts, and prostitutes into the desert to rebuild a dream that will never come true."

Natasha has stopped believing in second chances—until Douglas, a charming doctor with a wild dream, drags her into one. He’s leading a group of people the world has forgotten into the desert to rebuild a ghost town from the dust up. What starts as an impossible mission begins to shimmer with something real: laughter, belonging, maybe even love. Amid cracked walls and broken hearts, they discover that hope doesn’t die—it just waits for someone brave enough to bring it back to life.

Run

Run

Kelsie Tate

After five years of trying to escape an increasingly dangerous mate, Summer's only hope is to reject the mating bond and make a break for it. A series of near misses brings her to Blood Moon Pack, where she is drawn to Gage, the brooding but softhearted alpha. When Gage proposes that they become mates, Summer hesitates: could the fear and self-doubt that mar her past prevent her from being a good Luna? Little does she know that Gage has a past of his own…and that they might be each other's best shot at a future.

Age Rating: 16+

The Picture of Dorian Gray

The Picture of Dorian Gray

Oscar Wilde

Oscar Wilde's cautionary tale follows the handsome Dorian Gray, who remains forever youthful while a portrait of him ages and captures the toll of his moral decay. As Dorian indulges in a life of hedonism and debauchery, the portrait serves as a haunting reminder of his inner corruption. A compelling exploration of vanity, art, and the consequences of unchecked desires.

The Universe of Discretion: Kept

The Universe of Discretion: Kept

Michael BN

Ashton is still coping with the recent loss of his father when a new classmate captures his attention. What he doesn't know is that Lucas has already become a part of his life.

Cross to Bear Universe: The Poisonous Butterfly 1

Cross to Bear Universe: The Poisonous Butterfly 1

Silver Taurus

Azriel, the king of vampires, seeks to escape his past mistakes and live without regrets.

Torn between a new love and his fear of repeating past errors, he faces challenges and decisions that could change his life forever. As he confronts his fears and new betrayals, Azriel begins to realize he's not the monster he once believed.

Can he find redemption before it's too late?

The Realm

The Realm

Natalie Le Roux

Beaten, broken, and miles away from civilization, Isabelle hides in her family’s Canadian cabin. Somehow, an alien Fleet ship captain from the Realm’s army finds her and tells her a fantastic story about who she is to become. With her two teenage sons and her tough-cop best friend in tow, Izzy sets out on a journey that will change the lives of everyone in the Universe.

Not Another Office Romance

Not Another Office Romance

Aly

Emerald, a dedicated assistant, endures her boss's demanding demeanor during the day, and through a series of text messages, discovers the charming goofball he becomes after hours; she realizes there is more to Tate than meets the eye. The death of Tate’s grandfather triggers a scramble to inherit the family business. The will is clear: Tate and his two brothers have one year to meet the requirements. Tate has fulfilled every condition except one—he must get married, and the most unlikely candidate happens to be his loyal assistant.

Age Rating: 18+

Persuasion

Persuasion

Jane Austen

Step into the world of Anne Elliot, a woman haunted by a decision made eight years ago, under the weight of societal pressure and trusted advice. In her youth, she broke off an engagement with the passionate and determined Frederick Wentworth. But fate isn't done with them. Now, as the past collides with the present, Captain Wentworth returns – successful, handsome, and seemingly indifferent to Anne.

As Anne navigates a maze of old flames, familial follies, and societal snobbery, she must confront feelings she thought she'd laid to rest. Can love truly stand the test of time, or will pride and prejudice rob Anne and Wentworth of a second chance?

Heir to the Alpha Spin-off: Refusing My Alpha Mate

Heir to the Alpha Spin-off: Refusing My Alpha Mate

B. E. Harmel

Clair is destined to be the first female Alpha, following in her father’s footsteps and defying traditions. Everything is going according to plan—until Arthur, an Alpha running from his own pack, reveals himself as her fated mate. Determined to stay in control of her future, Clair demands his rejection, but Arthur's fiery passion and undeniable connection make walking away anything but simple. As war looms and betrayal threatens from all sides, Clair must navigate her heart’s desires, her duties as Alpha, and a bond she can't deny.

Will she reject the mate who could ruin her, or is he the one to save her?

Open Your Heart

Open Your Heart

Brizee Breck

After her husband's sudden death, the last thing on Lucy's mind is romance. She's happy with her kids and her thriving flower shop. A chance meeting with her sister's neighbor, Kevin, sets her heart aflutter, but she's not ready to let herself even think about love. As time goes on, she receives more and more signs that it's time to move on. When she finally does take a chance on love, it turns out both better than she could have hoped and worse than she could have imagined.

Racing Hearts

Racing Hearts

SA Penny

Heather is chasing the biggest role of her career, and focus is everything. The last thing she needs is Jason—a fearless motorcycle racer who lives for speed, roaring engines, and the thrill of the track. Movie sets and racetracks shouldn’t mix, but from their first encounter, the chemistry is undeniable. What starts as playful attraction turns into something neither can ignore, pulling them closer between flashing cameras and screaming crowds. When an unexpected obstacle threatens both their dreams, Heather and Jason must find out whether a love born in two fast lanes can survive the crash of real life.

When Maeve Met Caleb

When Maeve Met Caleb

S. M. Merrill

Maeve McLaughlin is in her last semester of college when her twin brother, Liam, is attacked by a rogue werewolf. He is taken in by Caleb, the intriguing alpha of the Sapphire Pack, and Maeve is thrown into the world of shapeshifters. Alpha Caleb Gallagher has an epidemic on his hands. He keeps finding crazed rogues on his land, and to top it off, the Darkwoods Pack is trying to encroach on his territory. When one rogue attacks a human park ranger, Caleb ends up meeting his mate. Now Caleb and Maeve will have to navigate life as a wolf and a human pairing in a wild world of werewolves. They need to figure out what is making their wolves attack the weak and stop the Darkwoods Pack from stealing their land.

Age Rating: 18+

Wolves of the West: The Hunt

Wolves of the West: The Hunt

Abigail Lynne

Morda Moran just graduated from high school and is happy to be away from the bullies and whispers...until she's thrown to the wolves by a classmate. Literally. Wolves are stalking the woods in Roseburg, and Morda must escape them. But as she gets closer, a whole new world is opened to her, revealing long-buried secrets about her family, her newfound companions, and herself.

Pride and Prejudice

Pride and Prejudice

Jane Austen

Enter the elegant world of Regency England in this timeless tale of societal norms and romantic entanglements. Follow the spirited Elizabeth Bennet as she navigates the complexities of love and societal expectations, clashing head-on with the enigmatic Mr. Darcy. Jane Austen's masterpiece explores the dance between pride and prejudice, and how true love can overcome even the most stubborn of hearts.

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