
Haylie Bee
Rosalie William, heiress to the William fortune, has been locked away in her house since a failed kidnapping attempt at the age of 4. Now, at 19, she's desperate to escape and go to college, to experience the real world like her peers. After much pleading, her parents finally agree under one condition: she must be escorted by a bodyguard at all times. Enter Jonathan Jones, the son of a billionaire who, due to some truly bad decisions, has found himself broke, jobless, and in dire straits. He thought that babysitting some spoiled princess would be a walk in the park, but he quickly discovers just how much of a handful she can be...and in more ways than one.
Age Rating: 18+ (Content Warning: Assault, Drug Use/Overdose, Kidnapping, Sexual Assault/Abuse, Stalker, Suicide, Violence Against Women)

M. L. Knight
"This was a demon whose eyes had seen the wasteful horrors of war; he had been to the depths of hell and lived to tell the tale. Now it was love that was ripping him to pieces. Love was the thing that was destroying his very being."
Reve, a demon prince with battle-scarred eyes, has faced the darkest corners of hell without flinching—yet nothing has ever unraveled him like Azlyn. She’s human, bound to him by chains she never chose, and she’s far too brave for her own good. Sparks flare, tempting them both into dangerous territory neither dares name. The more they fight it, the more the heat rises, until every glance threatens to ignite a blaze they can’t control. But their world is built to keep them apart, and the price for defying it could be ruin. In a realm ruled by fear and desire, can a love like theirs burn bright enough to survive? Or will it be the fire that destroys them both?

Ms. Thunderfrost
When marine biologist Jezebel meets Zeph—a towering, serpentine alien diplomat with eyes like the ocean—she doesn’t expect her world to turn upside down. What starts as a polite offer to help him adapt to Earth’s climate soon dives into deeper waters, stirring feelings neither can quite name. As laughter mixes with longing and science tangles with something far more mysterious, Jezebel discovers that love isn’t just universal—it’s delightfully unpredictable. Their connection tests every theory she’s ever trusted, proving that sometimes the heart speaks a language all its own.

Arri Stone
Danni is ready for a fresh start—no drama, no distractions, just peace. But then Hayden walks in, all broad shoulders, easy smiles, and a firefighter’s swagger that could melt steel. By day he saves lives, by night he’s a drummer with rhythm that sets every pulse racing. Sparks fly fast, and soon their chemistry burns hotter than they can handle. But when old flames and jealous hearts come crashing back, the heat between them turns dangerous. Can desire turn into something deeper before everything goes up in smoke?

Jassy Doe
King rules his club with iron loyalty and sharp instincts, keeping danger close but hearts closer. His world tilts when Ivy, fearless and determined, storms in searching for her missing aunt. Sparks fly, boundaries blur, and his hard rules meet her fiery will. As Ivy unearths a brutal human trafficking ring, King must rally his brothers, face unseen threats, and decide how far he’ll go to protect those who matter. Passion, peril, and trust intertwine as fight and desire collide, proving that saving others may be the only way to save himself.

Jollie D
Ava arrives at her new school determined to stay invisible and drama-free. She wants fresh starts, quiet days, and zero complications. Then he notices her. Loudly. Confidently. Relentlessly. The school’s favorite heartbreaker treats teasing like a sport, and Ava like his newest challenge. She insists she can’t stand him, even as their sharp banter turns into something dangerously fun. Behind the smirks and charm, Ava begins to see layers she never expected, and walls she didn’t plan to lower. As sparks fly in hallways and hearts race faster than logic, Ava learns that resisting temptation is much harder when it makes you laugh.

B. Shock
Evony is heir to the Winter Moon Pack and, despite being mistreated by her father, will one day become alpha. But everything changes when her pack is invaded and her father flees. Alpha Axton is in charge now and he hates her. Or does he? Either way, Evony is his prisoner and she is going to find out exactly how it feels to be the alpha’s pet…

Ekridah
Valerie’s worst nightmare? Detective Roman stumbling across her private stash of the kinkiest books she owns. Now he’s using every teasing comment and smug grin to make her squirm… and not entirely in a bad way. But the heat between them takes a sharp turn when a dangerous serial killer sets their sights on her. With the case closing in, Valerie finds herself living under Roman’s watchful eye—literally, since they now share a roof. She should be focused on staying alive, but with his chiseled body, relentless protectiveness, and those cuffs at the ready, her imagination won’t behave. Dreams and danger are colliding—and neither is playing fair.

Jen Cooper
Lorelai and her Alphas step into a world of mystery and allure when they attend a masquerade ball deep in vampire territory. The night quickly transforms into a thrilling game of hide and seek, where masks are more than just disguises—they are keys to unlocking hidden desires. As Lorelai finds herself blindfolded, gagged, and bound, she realizes she’s the perfect prey in this seductive game. But fear is far from her mind; instead, anticipation and excitement surge as her Alphas skillfully turn the evening into an unforgettable, playful adventure. Ready to play?

Silver Taurus
When Valkyrie, a slave, is kidnapped by the Onyx Dragon—also known as Dimitri—she hardly expects to discover that she is his destined mate. Their journey from prisoner and captor to lovers and rulers of all dragons is far from smooth, especially since Valkyrie is plagued by shadowy memories and fear of the powers she holds within herself. And as word of Dimitri's new mate travels, other actors in neighboring kingdoms begin to take interest in her and her murky past...many of them with evil motives...

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.

Charlie Peter
Mackenzie is not chasing fame, fortune, or a hockey star. She is hiding, surviving, and keeping her secrets locked tight. Her new neighbor, Matthew, is the last complication she needs. He is sharp-tongued, wildly attractive, and convinced she is exactly the kind of woman he avoids. Their banter crackles, their tension simmers, and neither plans to care. But danger from Mackenzie’s past creeps closer, turning misunderstandings into something riskier. As trust grows where judgment once lived, Mackenzie must decide how long she can keep running. Because sometimes the person who sees you all wrong might be the only one who can keep you safe.

Daphne Anders
Olivia has spent her whole life following the rules her father sets for her, right down to the powerful law firm she’s about to join. Then one unforgettable night at a glamorous legal gala changes everything. Alaric is older, untouchable, and completely off-limits—her father’s closest friend, trusted business partner, and now the man she’ll be working under every single day. The chemistry between them is impossible to ignore, no matter how hard they try to bury it beneath sharp suits, witty banter, and professional distance. But stolen glances quickly become dangerous temptation. In a world built on reputation, secrets travel fast, and one wrong move could ruin everything they’ve worked for. Too bad resisting each other is becoming a full-time job.

Vivienne Wren
When Serin stumbles into the realm of Ardanis, nothing feels safe—and nothing feels simple. Her brother’s life is slipping away, yet her path keeps colliding with a cold Crown Prince who stirs more fire than she dares admit. Ardanis hums with secrets, every step shadowed by riddles and half-truths, and the longer she searches for a way home, the deeper she’s drawn into its tangled web. Trust runs thin. Desire runs dangerous. And every choice carries a cost she might not be ready to pay.

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?
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