Short chapter stories

You’ve never fit in—and now you know why. Snatched from your bed and thrown into a dark, ancient castle, you're face-to-face with the terrifying creature who claims you're his. As he demands your loyalty, something inside you begins to shift. Something monstrous. As your body changes and your old self slips away, you’re forced to confront the brutal truth: the only one who understands what’s happening is the very beast who took you. Trapped between fear and fascination, you’re drawn deeper into a world where you're no longer just human… and he’s no longer just the enemy. What happens when the only path to saving yourself might be surrender?

"If you want to keep your job and save the others, I have a proposition that will benefit both of us," he said as he towered over her.

Gabriel Maestri is rich, ruthless, and terrifyingly untouchable—the kind of man whispered about in fear. They call him the Demon of Italy, and he lives up to the name. Paige Mosley is everything he’s not: kind, innocent, and determined to save her job—and the others—when she hears the hotel may shut down. Her plan? Make a deal with the devil himself. But power games come with a price, and feelings were never part of the bargain. As Gabriel's cold exterior starts to crack, Paige wonders—can she melt the heart of a man who claims he doesn’t have one? Or will she lose herself trying?

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.

Ray leaned in, taking up every ounce of her breath. "If you won't accept my money, then accept my body. I'll fix your leaky roof for you..."

His body? Oh God... is this some sort of sex code? Frantic, blushing and breathless Seychelles whispered, "Yes."

Ray never planned to stay. Shipped home to recover after a near-fatal wound, he’s just passing through—until he saves Seychelles from drowning during a thunderstorm. One rescue turns into another, and before long, favors are flying, sparks are flashing, and Ray is fixing more than just her leaky roof. Seychelles, a stubborn gym owner with a heart as wild as the ocean, makes Ray question everything he thought he wanted. The Air Force was his past. But could she be his future? With love, laughter, and a few steamy offers along the way, Ray has to decide: return to the only life he knew... or take a leap for the one he never saw coming.

After six long years away, Evelyn is back—and her timing couldn’t be worse. She’s home for her best friend’s mating ceremony, but the past is waiting for her at every turn.

Old heartbreak. Fresh betrayals. And a magnetic new pull she never saw coming. The pack she left behind holds more than just memories—it’s tangled up in secrets that could shatter everything.

With danger closing in and power plays at every corner, Evelyn’s not just fighting for her place in the pack… she’s fighting for her heart. But when the lines between devotion and obsession blur, will she have the strength to choose what’s right—or just what feels impossible to resist?

Dmitry, a ruthless leader of the Russian Mafia, has ruled with an iron fist since the age of twenty, feared by all who know his name. Emotionless and cold, he’s never understood the power of love, using women only for his pleasure. But when he encounters a young, frightened stripper by chance, his world begins to shift. Drawn to her in ways he can't explain, Dmitry takes her under his control, believing she holds the key to something he desperately wants. As danger and murder lurk in the shadows, can this woman melt his frozen heart, or will his cold nature destroy them both?

Josette runs from cruelty, desperate for freedom from the pack that broke her spirit. But her escape leads her straight into the territory of a brutal Alpha—one far more feared than the monsters she left behind. Cold, commanding, and bound by ancient power, he cages her once again… but this time, something feels different. There’s danger in his gaze, yes—but also something deeper. As their bond begins to twist into something neither understands, Josette must choose: run again, or face the dark fire between them. In a world on the edge of ruin, their bond could doom them both… or save everything.

The world has fallen into darkness after a devastating war, leaving humans at the mercy of ruthless demons. Grace, a fierce survivor, is sold to King Damien—the cruelest of them all. Stripped of hope, she refuses to break, even as she longs for a world free of oppression. The Angels, once protectors of humanity, have vanished, thought to be nothing more than legend. But legends have a way of coming back when least expected. As secrets unravel and power shifts, Grace must decide—will she bow to fate or defy the darkness?

On a deep-space ship where sparks fly and tempers flare, seven human women are caught between lonely alien warriors and a terrifying threat that could end them all. Emotional clashes, steamy bonds, and jaw-dropping twists make survival a wild ride. Turns out, these "fragile" humans might be the fiercest force on board. With danger closing in and desire heating up, can mismatched hearts fight side by side—and maybe fall together?

Mackenzie agreed to the trial out of desperation. The $50K was worth the risk—even if the drug could kill her.

The scientists said the pheromone created raw, uncontrollable lust. She’d be sealed in with a stranger for 12 weeks.

She thought she was ready.

Until HE walked in.

The Alpha who left her broken years ago. Who rejected her from the pack for being a hybrid. He was as dangerous as she remembered.

But his eyes had a brand new blaze of heat. “Looks like fate’s got a twisted sense of humor.”

Mysti has spent her life as an outcast—looked down on, unwanted, unworthy. In a world where strength is everything, she’s been told she’s nothing. Farris, an alpha raised to see mutts as a weakness, is everything she is not—powerful, respected, untouchable. But fate has other plans. When they discover they are destined mates, their worlds collide. Can they defy centuries of prejudice, or will their bond break before it begins? And when an ancient enemy rises, will they stand together—or fall apart?

I looked up into those golden eyes and all I could think was - oh no.

Tall, built like a truck, and with a bad attitude? I was in major trouble.

Clara was intent on powering through her new life alone, until she met Elias. Now she's faced with a dilemma: The sexy alpha werewolf is everything she promised herself she'd avoid...But fate is an asshole. What choice does she have when lives are on the line?

Violet escapes a life of captivity only to find herself entangled with a mysterious pirate captain named Ace. As she navigates the treacherous waters of her new life aboard his ship, she discovers hidden dangers, supernatural secrets, and an unexpected romance. With each passing day, Violet must decide if she can trust Ace and if she is willing to embrace the perilous freedom he offers.

Seven innocent humans are snatched from their homes. Imprisoned in a spacecraft hurtling into the unknown, they must work together to fight their way back to Earth. But their alien captors are huge, brilliant and fiercely determined to possess them as their mates.

Will the seven succeed, or are they destined for a life amid the stars?

Thrasher never wanted to lead the Highway Jokers, but after his father’s death, the club is his to protect. Hotheaded and reckless, he’s out for revenge—until Tilly crashes back into town. She left Bunbury behind years ago, but now she’s home, and the last thing she expects is to fall for the fiery biker president. He’s chaos. She’s calculated. By day, she’s a forensic technician; by night, she’s tangled in a world she should avoid. But danger is closing in, and the line between right and wrong is starting to blur. In the outlaw life, love can be the riskiest gamble of all.

In a world of motorcycle clubs and dangerous secrets, Gravel and Medusa navigate a treacherous path of love, loyalty, and survival. After a near-fatal shooting, Gravel discovers counterfeit weapons, leading to a series of confrontations that entangle him deeper into the club's dark dealings. Meanwhile, Medusa's past resurfaces, threatening their relationship and the club's safety. As they face external threats and internal turmoil, their bond is tested in ways they never imagined.

Her: The stubborn and caring café owner caught in the crossfire.

Him: The hot-head MC vice president now protecting his old flame.

Lolita was doing the right thing by helping Stone when he stumbled bleeding and half-conscious into her café. Neither expected that to put a target on her back with a rival MC. With sparks reigniting, can they make it through with their lives and love intact?

Rebecca, a talented young tracker at the Lunar School of Excellence, dreams of joining a powerful werewolf pack. But when she uncovers a deadly plot and is framed for murder, she’s forced to go on the run with her fated mate—and longtime enemy—Alpha Ryder. Together, they must unravel secrets about her past and expose a conspiracy that threatens the entire werewolf world.

Calliope thought she had it all—a family, a future, and love. But when betrayal and heartbreak shatter her world, she’s left to pick up the pieces for her twins’ sake. Struggling with the pain of a broken marriage, she starts to rebuild, unsure if she’ll ever believe in love again. But just when she’s about to give up on the possibility of happiness, a tall stranger with a heart-melting smile enters her life. Could he be the spark that helps her move forward, or is she destined to face the future alone?

Lux is a ruthless alpha, feared and respected by all—but he hides a secret: he’s blind. No one dares challenge him, until Selene, the lowest-ranking she-wolf, defies every expectation. When he grants her the rare privilege of eye contact, something shifts. Their bond is undeniable, but in a world where power is everything, it could be their greatest weakness. As enemies close in and secrets unravel, one question remains—will their connection make them stronger, or will it destroy them both?

Savannah Monroe wakes up in a hospital, struggling to piece together the fragments of a horrific car crash. Her memory is gone, and the truth feels just out of reach. As she relies on her friends and a new man in her life to help her navigate this dark time, she begins to uncover shocking clues that reveal an unimaginable truth—one that could change everything. As the mystery unfolds, Savannah must confront her past, the secrets she uncovers, and the danger they bring. Will she survive the shocking revelations that await her?

When Poppy is attacked by a vampire on the streets, her life changes forever. As the violence spreads, Alpha Gray of the Lost Wolves Pack knows that only the Vampire Castle can help him stop the rising threats. Poppy’s path crosses with Alpha Gray’s, and while she seeks protection, the tension between her and the pack’s members is palpable. As she navigates the perilous world of vampires, werewolves, and pack politics, Poppy realizes she may have to take matters into her own hands. What happens when a fierce woman refuses to bow to authority, even from a powerful alpha?

Josie has spent her whole life waiting to find her true mate. But when danger threatens her, she makes the daring decision to run, hoping to leave her past behind and start anew. Enter Enzo, the powerful alpha of the Black Moon Pack, who believes his long search for his mate is finally over when he meets Josie. However, as strange and unsettling events begin to plague his pack, Enzo starts to question if Josie’s arrival is more than just fate. Shadows are closing in, and trust is a fragile thing when lives—and hearts—are on the line.

Mave's life takes a dramatic turn when she lands a job at a diner under the protection of a local gang, the Lions. Navigating her new role, she encounters Jason, a powerful and enigmatic figure within the gang. As Mave gets drawn deeper into the gang's world, she must balance her growing attraction to Jason with the dangers that surround them. With her best friend Alice by her side, Mave faces a series of challenges that test her courage and resilience, all while uncovering secrets that could change everything.

"I hate you," Isla spat at him.

Ebon laughed. "That is an excellent place to start."

When Isla swipes a purse, she has no idea that her victim is the most feared pirate captain of all. Her daring act lands her as a captive aboard his notorious ship, where danger lurks at every corner. Ebon sees something in Isla—a fire, a darkness to match his own—and he’s determined to draw it out. As their fiery clashes ignite into something neither can deny, Isla must navigate her own fears and desires. Will she escape the pirate’s hold, or will her heart betray her and bind her to the darkness she swore to defy?

Addison Jennings is happy with her life, teaching and living with her pack. She isn't searching for a mate, but fate brings her one. Alpha Slade Black has a history that broke him. He isn't ready for a mate, but he has one now. At her new pack house, Addison tries to make the best out of her new position as luna as Slade tries to fight his growing feelings for Addison.

Age Rating: 18+

Sasha Lovett has been on her own for a long time. As an orphan and a rogue for most of her life, she’s had to make the best life she can for herself in the human world. But that small life comes crumbling down when she is hired on at a company run by a powerful pack, and headed by an even more powerful alpha as CEO. An alpha who also happens to be her mate, and he’s not thrilled that he’s mated to a rogue. Can she overcome her fear and mistrust of packs and the wolves in them? Can she win over her reluctant mate? And when the secrets in both of their pasts come to light, will their relationship end in love or hatred?

Age Rating: 18+

Arya has spent her life in the shadows, ignored and abused. But when her sister’s impending mating to the Black King takes the family to his creepy castle in the mountains, Arya finds herself falling for a mysterious stranger.

It’s almost like they’re destined to be together. But nobody has formed a true mate bond in hundreds of years! And that’s not the only puzzle lurking in the Black Mountains...