Phyllis Ayr

Romance Author

Romance Book Series

  • Destined for Motherhood
    Short, steamy, insta-love, HEA romances featuring women who are just meant to be mothers. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.
  • I Shouldn’t Be Feeling This
    Short, steamy, insta-love, HEA romances with men and women who think they’re off-limits to one another, but who need to be together anyway. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.
  • We Knew Right Away
    Short, sexy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romances. No cheating, and no cliffhangers. They both know right away that they’re meant for each other, even if there are bumps along the way.
  • Big, Strong, Manly Dannies
    Short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romances featuring big, strong men named Danny. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.
  • I Thought I’d Never Find Love…
    Short, steamy, HEA, standalone romances featuring curvy women 40 years old or older who are still looking for the perfect man. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.
  • Powerful Ruthless Men
    Short, dark, steamy, standalone, HEA romances featuring powerful men who ruthlessly pursue and defend their women.
  • Butard Brothers Bakeries
    Short, steamy, insta-love, HEA romances featuring the Butard brothers, their bakeries, and their women. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.
  • Have I Finally Found My Lover?
    Insta-love, HEA, standalone short romances with no cliffhangers and no cheating.

Destined for Motherhood

Short, steamy, insta-love, HEA romances featuring women who are just meant to be mothers. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

A standalone, steamy, insta-love, HEA, unexpected pregnancy romance. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Despite the far distance and lifestyle differences that separate us, my longtime friend Leonard is there for me during my darkest days.

After I unexpectedly lose my job, he invites me to take a break from city life and visit him at the remote mountain cabin where he lives.

As we spend more time together than we have in many years, I find myself wanting him to be more than just my friend.

Soon, Leonard and I are sharing intimate passion more intensely than I ever thought we might.

While I’d love to stay with him forever, I have to return to the city to find a new job.

Just as things are finally looking up for me, I receive the surprise of my life.

Leonard, my friend and lover, has knocked me up…

A standalone, steamy, insta-love, HEA, unexpected pregnancy romance. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

It was only supposed to be an hour-long meeting in Greece with Mr. Konstantinos, our billionaire client.

My boss would present our proposal for redecorating his yacht, while I’d just be there to take some notes and photos.

But when my boss is suddenly incapacitated, it’s all up to me to meet with Mr. Konstantinos, alone.

Luckily, things go far better than I ever thought they might.

They go so well, in fact, that Apollinaris, as he wants me to call him, invites me back to his mansion for dinner that very evening.

Finding myself so attracted to this tall, sexy, and very wealthy older man, we’re soon sharing more than just a meal.

But a little while after returning home to the U.S., I’m in for the shock of my life: I’m now carrying this Greek billionaire’s baby…

A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone, unexpected pregnancy romance. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

I only vaguely remember meeting my dad’s mining prospector friend Quinton once, many years ago.

But when he stops by for lunch on short notice, I’m left completely shocked.

He’s the biggest, strongest, most rugged man I’ve ever met, and I’m instantly attracted to him.

When my dad is suddenly called away, Quinton and I become closer than I ever though we might.

Yet only a month later, I find myself unexpectedly pregnant with Quinton’s child.

I try to contact him while he’s out prospecting in the northern wilderness.

But instead of a response, all I get from him is silence…

A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone, unexpected pregnancy romance. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Cristobal, my best friend’s cousin, is everything I’ve ever wanted in a man. He’s tall and strong, and he’s got a great personality.

After spending a wonderful and passionate evening together, I’m happier than I’ve been in ages.

But then I unexpectedly learn of his horrific secret: Cristobal spent eight years in prison for committing a deadly crime.

Trying to move on with my life, I’m soon facing another sudden shock.

I find out that I’m carrying this ex-convict’s child…

A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone, unexpected pregnancy romance. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

I shouldn’t be feeling so attracted to my dad’s long-time friend Duncan, but I just can’t help it.

Even if Duncan is twice my age, he’s still the sexiest man I’ve ever met.

His many years as a soldier, and then a mercenary, have left him strong and rugged.

When a freak accident lands my dad in the hospital, I’m surprised to discover that Duncan has a compassionate side to him, too. He’s there to offer me all the help and support I need.

Yet no matter how hard I try, I can’t hide my feelings for him. Duncan and I soon share an evening of tremendous passion.

But when my dad finds out, my relationship with Duncan is destroyed in an instant.

And then I find out that I’m pregnant.

Duncan was so willing to be there for me before, but now he’s completely ignoring me…

A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone, unexpected pregnancy romance. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

I’ve never met a bush pilot as sexy as Edgar is.

Even if he’s nearly twenty years older than me, I can’t help but be attracted to his well-muscled body and quiet confidence.

When a storm prevents him from flying home from the remote Alaskan mine where I’m a geologist, we share an intensely passionate night together that I’ll never forget.

Even though we’ll be apart for a month, I can’t wait for him to return.

But when he finally does, it all goes so horribly wrong.

Am I now pregnant with the baby of a dead man?

A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone, unexpected pregnancy romance. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

It shouldn’t be this difficult to open a small bakery, but the city’s bureaucrats and their policies are causing me nothing but trouble.

Yet when I unexpectedly have to meet with the mayor, everything suddenly changes.

Mayor Cardinal, or Arthur as he wants me to call him, is unlike any man I’ve ever met before.

Tall, strong, handsome, and surprisingly supportive of me, he helps me get my bakery going.

As he assists with my bakery’s successful grand opening, we get to know each other much better.

Before that night is over, we’re sharing intimacy right in my bakery’s kitchen.

But when we’re caught in the act, scandal soon follows.

Yet as anxious as that scandal made me, it was mild compared to what I begin to feel when I discover that I’m pregnant with Arthur’s baby…

My Unexpected Valentine’s Day Pregnancy

My Unexpected Valentine’s Day Pregnancy

A Friends-to-Lovers Accidental Pregnancy Romance
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A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone, unexpected pregnancy romance. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

It wasn’t supposed to be a Valentine’s Day party, but it turned into one anyway.

And out of all of the guests, I’m the only one who came alone.

While hiding from the crowd, I’m pleasantly surprised to hear the voice of my old friend Harrison.

Having last seen him a decade ago, I’m shocked to discover the tall, sexy, muscular man he has become.

As we reconnect, my attraction to Harrison grows, and I realize we should be more than just friends.

But after sharing a passionate Valentine’s Day night together, Harrison is unexpectedly called back to his job.

Trying to keep in touch, I quickly discover just how challenging it can be to have a serious relationship with a busy cargo pilot.

Then the unthinkable happens: I find out I’m unexpectedly pregnant with his baby.

What’s even more unthinkable is that it suddenly looks like I’m going to be a single mother…

A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone, unexpected pregnancy romance. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Wesley is everything I’ve ever wanted in a man.

He’s tall, handsome, well-dressed, a little older, and a successful architect.

Unfortunately, he’s also my best friend Dana’s brother.

Despite the risk of complications, Wesley and I go out on a date anyway.

After having a wonderful time, we’re soon back at his place, sharing our passion for one another.

It’s only a few weeks later when I get the shock of my life: I’m unexpectedly pregnant with Wesley’s child.

Is Wesley going to abandon me and our baby, just like his father deserted his family?

A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone, unexpected pregnancy romance. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

My dad’s long-time friend Bruce is a convicted criminal.

Everyone who knows him says I should keep my distance.

Yet, when I finally meet Bruce after so many years, I can’t deny just how sexy he is.

He’s tall, muscular, rides a motorcycle, and is probably close to twice my age.

After he helps fix my car, we share intense and wonderful passion that my dad would never approve of.

But just a few weeks later, I discover what I thought was impossible: I’m unexpectedly pregnant.

How am I going to tell my dad that I’m carrying the baby of his criminal friend?

And how am I going to tell Bruce?

I Shouldn’t Be Feeling This

Short, steamy, insta-love, HEA romances with men and women who think they’re off-limits to one another, but who need to be together anyway. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA romance featuring a protective older male lawyer and his best friend’s curvy, off-limits, adult daughter. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Hayley

I really didn’t expect Trenton to be here at my dad’s house.
But I guess that I did arrive back from NYC unexpectedly early.
And they have known each other for years, after all, so I shouldn’t be surprised.
Yet, now I’m thinking about Trenton in ways that I never have before.
Why am I suddenly feeling this way about a man who’s over twice my age?
Why am I suddenly feeling this way about my dad’s best friend?!

Trenton

It’s been years since I last saw Hayley.
I’m shocked to see the woman that she’s become while away at college.
She’s not just any woman, though.
Hayley is the most beautiful woman that I’ve ever seen.
But she’s also my best friend Danny’s only daughter.
I know he’ll say she’s off limits, but I also know that I will make her mine.

A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA romance featuring a protective older male security professional and his friend’s curvy, off-limits, adult daughter. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Tara

I’m shopping at the mall like usual, when all of a sudden I’m brutally robbed.
Just when I’ve lost all hope, a man arrives to save the day.
Kornelios isn’t just any man, though.
He’s the biggest, tallest, strongest Greek man that I’ve ever met.
I know right away that I’ll always want him to be my protector.
But then I find out that he’s my father’s friend...

Kornelios

I can’t see who’s screaming for help, but I know that I must come to her aid.
Stopping the criminal who attacked her, I recover her stolen property.
But when I return it to her, I’m in for a huge shock.
Tara is the most stunningly beautiful woman alive.
Right then and there, I know that I will make this curvy goddess mine.
But what will her overprotective father, who it turns out is also my friend, think?

A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA romance featuring a successful older lawyer man and his friend and client’s curvy, off-limits, adult daughter. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Grace

I’ve never seen a man quite like him ever before.
He’s tall, muscular, well-dressed, and clearly very important.
Yet my duties as the CFO’s executive assistant draw me away before we can talk.
When I return, I can’t seem to find him.
I’m certain that I’ll never see this handsome man ever again.
Then my father introduces me to his lawyer and friend, Matteo…

Matteo

I’ve been Gregory’s personal and business lawyer for many years.
And recently, he asked me to join the board of directors of his company.
It’s at the company’s annual meeting when I catch sight of her.
She’s the most stunning woman that I’ve ever seen.
Her curvy body and beautiful brown hair captivate me, and I know that I’ll make her mine.
But only later on do I find out who Grace is.
She’s Gregory’s adult daughter…

A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA romance featuring an older ex-con motorcycle-riding man and his sister's curvy younger woman best friend.

Jillian

I’ve never seen a man as big, strong, and sexy as he is.
But it turns out that he’s my best friend’s estranged older brother.
She warns me that he’s got a bad criminal past.
And she demands that I stay away from him.
But I can’t do that.
There’s something about Magnus that draw me to him…

Magnus

I first see her from a distance.
The woman standing next to my sister is unbelievable.
Her beauty is stunning, and her curves are exquisite.
She’s everything I’ve ever wanted in a woman.
I know right away that I will make Jillian mine.
But my sister, who hates my guts, doesn’t want that to happen…

Needing My Father’s Doctor Friend

Needing My Father’s Doctor Friend
(I Shouldn’t Be Feeling This, Book 5)

A Successful Older Neurologist Man, Curvy Younger Interior Designer Woman Romance
Available at Amazon

A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA romance featuring a successful older neurologist doctor and his friend’s curvy younger interior designer adult daughter.

Emily

I can’t waste this opportunity.
New graduates never get a chance to decorate a fancy house like this.
Then I meet the client, my dad’s friend Dominic.
He’s a tall, muscular, and sexy neurologist doctor.
And right away, I know I want him.
But I can’t have him.
My dad just wouldn’t stand for that...

Dominic

My friend has done a great job building my new house.
All that’s left is some interior decorating, and his daughter will help with that.
I thought we’d be meeting to look at fabric swatches and wallpaper samples.
But I never expected to be looking at her, and only her.
Emily is the most stunning, curvy, and beautiful woman that I’ve ever seen.
Thomas won’t like it, but I don’t care.
I will make his daughter mine.

Smitten With My Father’s Employee

Smitten With My Father’s Employee
(I Shouldn’t Be Feeling This, Book 6)

A Successful Older Executive Man, Curvy Younger Graduate Student CEO’s Daughter Romance
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A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA romance featuring a successful older business executive man, and his CEO boss’s curvy younger graduate student adult daughter.

Sara

Meeting him came as a surprise to me.
But I knew right away that I wanted Derrick.
He’s the biggest, strongest, sexiest man that I’ve ever met.
Sitting next to him on the plane for three hours just makes me want him even more.
But I know that can’t happen.
He’s my father’s employee, and that means we can never be together…

Derrick

Sara is unlike any woman I’ve ever met before.
She’s beautiful, curvy, and loves tennis just as much as I do.
I know right away that I will make her mine.
But it won’t be easy.
Her father’s the CEO, and my boss.
And he would never put up with me being with his daughter…

My Father’s Secret Ex-Con Friend

My Father’s Secret Ex-Con Friend
(I Shouldn’t Be Feeling This, Book 7)

A Curvy Younger Woman And Her Father’s Ex-Convict Friend Man Romance
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A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA romance featuring an older ex-convict man and his friend’s curvy, off-limits, adult daughter. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Emma

Tobias has been my dad’s friend since before I was even born.
Although they’ve kept in touch, I’d never actually met him.
My dad always said that Tobias “lived too far away” for us to see him.
But then I unexpectedly meet him at my dad’s 50th birthday party.
Before I know it, I’ve got passionate feelings for Tobias that I shouldn’t be having.
It’s bad enough that my dad doesn’t approve.
But what I learn about Tobias’ past shocks me…

Tobias

Jerry has always been there for me, even during my darkest hours.
Although I didn’t want to go to his birthday celebration, I’m glad I did.
I finally meet his daughter Emma, and she leaves me utterly stunned.
I’ve never seen a woman as sexy and curvy as she is.
Right away, I know that I must make her mine.
Yet, I also know that Jerry would never stand for it.
But when me and Emma are left alone, I don’t care what Jerry thinks…

With My Parents’ Friend in Paris

With My Parents’ Friend in Paris
(I Shouldn’t Be Feeling This, Book 8)

A Curvy Younger Woman And Her Parents’ Older Male Lawyer Friend Travel Romance
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A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA romance featuring a curvy single younger woman and her parent’s older male lawyer friend, set in Paris, France. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Lillie

Ever since I broke up with my boyfriend, I’ve been in a rut.
So when my dad suddenly suggests a trip to Paris, I’m all for it.
I knew that my parents’ friend Bryan would be coming along.
But I had no idea just how amazing of a man he’d be.
He’s a tall, muscular, and handsome lawyer.
And now the only sight I want to see is Bryan…

Bryan

It has been a rough few years since my wife Gayle passed away.
So when my friends Harold and his wife suggest a trip to Paris with them, I accept.
Then our plans unexpectedly change; I’ll be traveling with Harold and his daughter instead.
I haven’t thought about love in so long, but seeing Lillie changes all of that.
Right away, I know that I will make her mine.
But Harold won’t make it easy, that I’m sure of…

My Older Doctor Lover

My Older Doctor Lover
(I Shouldn’t Be Feeling This, Book 9)

A Curvy Younger Woman And Her Father’s Older Male Doctor Colleague Romance
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A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA romance featuring an older orthopedic surgeon and his doctor colleague’s curvy younger adult daughter. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Marissa

Spraining my ankle was the best thing that’s ever happened to me.
If it hadn’t happened, then I wouldn’t have met Russell.
He’s an orthopedic surgeon colleague of my dad’s at the hospital.
And he’s also the biggest, strongest, sexiest man I’ve ever seen.
From the first time I see him, I want him so badly.
But I know that my dad would never accept this…

Russell

I shouldn’t be thinking these thoughts about her, of all women.
She is the adult daughter of a fellow doctor at the hospital, after all.
And her being half my age means I’m far too old for her, too.
On top of that, after twisting her ankle, she’s now my patient.
But I just can’t help myself around her.
The moment I see her beautiful curves, I know I must claim her as my own…

My Father’s Carpenter’s Obsession

My Father’s Carpenter’s Obsession
(I Shouldn’t Be Feeling This, Book 10)

A Curvy Younger Woman And Her Father’s Older Male Blue-Collar Friend Romance
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A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance featuring a muscular blue-collar carpenter and his friend’s curvy younger adult daughter. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Amy

He’s unlike any man that I’ve ever seen before.
Tall and muscular, a blue-collar giant is fixing my dad’s fence.
My dad says this carpenter is his friend Joshua.
And from the first moment I see him, I can’t get him out of my mind.
What starts as a simple conversation with Joshua soon becomes so much more.
But my dad won’t be happy about it at all…

Joshua

I could sense that somebody was watching me work.
But before I turned around, I never expected it to be her.
She’s the most beautiful woman I’ve ever seen.
Her curves capture my attention, and I know I must have her.
However, my friendship with her father will complicate things.
He would never accept me being with his daughter Amy in that way…

My Father’s Ruthless Lawyer

My Father’s Ruthless Lawyer
(I Shouldn’t Be Feeling This, Book 11)

A Curvy Younger Woman And Her Father’s Older Long-Time Lawyer Man Romance
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A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance featuring a successful older lawyer and his best client’s curvy younger adult daughter. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Whitney

I’m not happy about slipping on an icy sidewalk and breaking my thumb.
Yet my dad is even more upset about it than I am.
He wants justice so badly that he calls his lawyer to come right to the hospital.
Despite Kenneth being my dad’s lawyer for years, I’ve never actually met him.
So when he steps into the exam room, I’m left completely shocked.
Kenneth is the tallest, sexiest, most handsome man I’ve ever seen!
But as much as I want him, I know that my dad would never allow it…

Kenneth

Vernon and his shipping business are my most important clients.
So when he calls about his daughter’s recent injury, I rush to the hospital right away.
Yet when I arrive, I can’t believe what I’m seeing.
Whitney is the most beautiful woman in the entire world!
Right away, I start thinking dirty thoughts about her and her curves.
But I know I can’t.
Especially not when we’re unexpectedly left alone in my office together…

My Father’s Older Rancher Friend

My Father’s Older Rancher Friend
(I Shouldn’t Be Feeling This, Book 12)

A Curvy Younger Woman And Her Father’s Big, Older, Rancher Male Friend Romance
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A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance featuring an older Montana rancher and his friend’s curvy younger adult daughter. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Jodie

I’ve never been to Montana before.
And I’ve never met my dad’s long-time rancher friend Bradley.
But when I first see him, I’m left completely shocked.
He’s the biggest, strongest, and sexiest man in the world!
After showing me around his ranch, we become closer than I’d ever thought possible.
And when my dad finds out, he is not pleased…

Bradley

It has been decades since my friend Paul’s last visit to my ranch.
This time, he said he’d bring his journalist daughter along, too.
Yet I never expected Jodie to be a stunning curvy goddess!
From the very moment I first see her, I want to make her mine.
But as much as I crave her, I know it could never work out between us.
These dirty thoughts I’m having about my friend’s adult daughter could be disastrous…

Desiring My Father’s New Client

Desiring My Father’s New Client
(I Shouldn’t Be Feeling This, Book 13)

A Curvy Younger Librarian Woman And Her Lawyer Father’s New Optometrist Client Man
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A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance featuring a successful optometrist and his potential new lawyer’s curvy younger adult daughter. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Stephanie

My lawyer dad ends up short a person for a round of golf with a potential new client.
He invites me along, thinking it might also help raise my spirits after a bad break-up.
But when I see Calvin, my dad’s client, I’m left utterly stunned!
He’s the tallest, sexiest, most handsome man that I’ve ever met.
Right away, I know I must be with Calvin, even if he’s almost twice my age.
But I also know that my dad certainly won’t like it…

Calvin

I only expected to talk business while golfing with Bob, a potential new lawyer.
But when he introduces me to his daughter, I can’t believe what I’m seeing.
Stephanie is the perfect woman!
She’s intelligent, fun, and her curves are absolutely beautiful.
When we’re unexpectedly left alone, we get to know each other a little better.
And when Bob finds out, things get very dangerous for me…

Claimed By My Father’s News Anchor

Claimed By My Father’s News Anchor
(I Shouldn’t Be Feeling This, Book 14)

A Curvy Younger Woman And Her TV Producer Father’s Male News Anchor Romance
Available at Amazon

A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance featuring a young woman and the news anchor who works for her TV producer father. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Michelle

Even though I’ve seen him on television before, meeting him in person still leaves me stunned.
Gino, the star anchor of the TV news program that my dad is the producer of, is unbelievable.
He’s the tallest, strongest, most handsome man I’ve ever met.
And when he gives me a tour of the studio, we soon end up in his dressing room, alone.
After he brings me sensations I’ve never experienced before, I couldn’t be happier.
That is, at least until my dad starts knocking on the door…

Gino

Walking into the TV studio like I do each morning, I didn’t expect to see her.
She’s the most beautiful and stunning woman that I’ve ever seen.
Yet moments later, I find out that this sexy goddess is my boss Paul’s daughter.
As I get to know Michelle better over lunch, I’m soon in love with more than just her body.
And I know exactly what I must do: I must make her mine.
But when Paul catches me and Michelle alone in my dressing room, things get very tense…

My Father’s Burly Friend

My Father’s Burly Friend
(I Shouldn’t Be Feeling This, Book 15)

A Curvy Younger Woman And Her Father’s Hefty Older Male Friend Romance
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A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance featuring a 26-year-old woman, and her father’s brawny 49-year-old friend and prospective employee. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Amber

I’d never really been interested in older men.
And I’d never really been interested in hefty men, either.
But my dad’s friend and soon-to-be employee Trevor is both!
To my surprise, from the moment I first see Trevor, I want him in ways I never expected.
A houseguest of my dad’s for a little while, Trevor and I soon spend some intimate time together.
Then an unexpected knock on my bedroom door changes everything…

Trevor

I’m hesitant to move from West Virginia to Wisconsin, but I know I don’t have a choice.
Going to work for my friend Dean’s construction company really is my only option.
Staying with him until I get myself settled, I’m shocked the instant I arrive.
The woman who Dean introduces as his daughter is a stunning, curvy goddess!
Overhearing something I shouldn’t have heard, Amber and I soon become very, very close.
But when Dean finds out what we’ve done, he is not pleased…

My Father’s Lifeguard

My Father’s Lifeguard
(I Shouldn’t Be Feeling This, Book 16)

A Curvy Younger Woman And Her Father’s Sexy Male Lifeguard Employee Romance
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A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance featuring a young campground assistant woman and her father’s sexy lifeguard employee. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Anna

I figured it’d be yet another boring summer working at my dad’s campground.
But when the new lifeguard shows up for his interview, everything changes.
Tyler is unbelievable!
Tall, muscular, and very attractive, he’s the sexiest man I’ve ever met.
Yet my dad’s workplace rule is very strict: I’m forbidden to all of his staff.
But I don’t think this rule should keep me and Tyler apart…

Tyler

Phil, my new boss, made it perfectly clear: his daughter is off-limits.
But it’s not until later that I find out exactly who his daughter is.
She’s Anna, the stunning curvy goddess who works in the campground’s office.
From the moment I first saw her, I knew I had to have her, even if it’s impossible.
But when her father catches us violating his rule, he isn’t just mad.
Phil is completely out of control…

A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance featuring a young saleswoman and her father’s cowboy customer. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Felicia

The cowboy who has just come into my dad’s store is unbelievable.
Tall, muscular, and sexy, Dwayne needs my help finding a new tractor.
Delivering it to his ranch the next weekend, I stay to ride horses with him.
Even though he’s older, I’ve never been around a man quite like him ever before.
But one thing leads to another, and soon he’s much more than just a customer…

Dwayne

I’m not pleased by my tractor’s unexpected and fiery destruction.
But when I stop in at my friend Peter’s farm equipment store, I’m left shocked.
Felicia, who’s both his new saleswoman and his daughter, stuns me with her curvy beauty.
When they drop off my new tractor a few days later, she stays behind at my ranch.
I know I shouldn’t feel this way about my friend’s adult daughter, but I just can’t help it.
When Peter finds out about me and Felicia, he definitely does not approve…

A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone, sports romance. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Kent

I’ve never seen a woman as pretty as she is.
The stunningly curvy figure skater out on the ice has fully captured my attention.
And when I see her in the crowd later on during the hockey game, I lose my cool.
My no-nonsense coach is not happy about this at all.
Then I learn who exactly this beautiful figure skater is: she’s Amber, my coach’s daughter.
It doesn’t matter how badly I want her, he would never allow it…

Amber

I know I’m completely forbidden to all of the hockey players my dad coaches.
And they know it, too.
But that sure doesn’t seem to be stopping Kent.
When I catch him watching me skate, my interest is piqued.
Tall, muscular, and very sexy, I find myself wanting him.
My fantasies soon become reality, but my dad is very displeased when he unexpectedly finds out what me and Kent have shared…

A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone, doctor and patient romance. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Porter

A doctor like me isn’t supposed to have these kinds of feelings for a patient.
But I just can’t help it.
Krysten is the most beautiful woman that I’ve ever seen.
I know that me being with her could be seen as unprofessional.
But for her, I’m more than willing to face any consequences that may arise.

Krysten

I don’t believe it.
There’s no way that a tall, handsome doctor could ever be interested in a woman like me.
But for some reason, Dr. Corbell clearly is.
I’m apparently not the only woman who has him in her sights, however.
And when he chooses me over her, there will be repercussions…

A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone, ex-convict romance. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Her beauty leaves me stunned. Absolutely stunned!
I’m only at Pearl’s house to do some simple home repairs, but I’ve found so much more.
It isn’t just her sexy, curvy body that attracts me and leaves me so excited.
It’s literally everything about Pearl that makes me want and need her.
Yet when Jenny, Pearl’s best friend and my cousin, catches us after an intimate moment, all hell breaks loose.
She brings up my past, one that I’m not proud of, shredding Pearl’s and my new love.
But I can’t let it end here, and I can’t let it end like this…

A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone, older grouchy attorney romance. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

My dad warned me about Augustus.
Even if Augustus is a skilled lawyer, apparently he can be quite “abrasive”.
But when I finally meet Augustus in person, I’m left completely stunned.
Sure, he’s grumpy and blunt, but he’s also tall, handsome, and confident.
I find myself attracted to him right away, even though he is so much older than me.
While my dad is overseas on business, it’s up to me to meet with Augustus about the lawsuit we’re facing.
I stop by Augustus’ office just to drop off some documents, but soon we’re making love on his desk.
Then, not longer after, my dad learns of the forbidden passion that Augustus and I shared.
With my life now thrown into turmoil, I need Augustus more than ever.
But it’s like he’s forgotten that I exist…

My Dad’s Friend Is A Billionaire?!

My Dad’s Friend Is A Billionaire?!
(I Shouldn’t Be Feeling This, Book 22)

A Curvy Woman And Her Father’s Unexpectedly-Wealthy Friend Romance
Available at Amazon

A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone, billionaire romance. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

My dad’s old high school friend Montgomery is nothing like I’d expected.

Tall, strong, confident, and very handsome, I’m attracted to him from the moment we meet.

When my dad and I discover that Montgomery has become a very successful billionaire property developer, I want him even more.

But I know I shouldn’t get my hopes up; a sexy older man like him would never be interested in a larger woman like me.

Still, when Montgomery offers me a ride in his stunning sports car, I happily accept.

As I experience a taste of his wealthy lifestyle for the first time, I find myself becoming even more attracted to him.

But what’s supposed to just be a brief highway rest stop break soon becomes far more passionate, even though we’re out in public.

Arriving back at my dad’s house much later than we’d intended, we find that my dad isn’t happy with us at all.

And when he discovers the forbidden pleasure that Montgomery and I shared, he becomes angrier than I’ve ever seen him become.

Montgomery has no choice but to flee in order to save his own life.

Now I’m sure I’ll never see my wealthy lover again… Or will I?

A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone, Christmas romance. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

When my own Christmas plans are unexpectedly derailed, my best friend Kristine graciously invites me to the family gathering she’s hosting.

While I was expecting the great meal and the joyful celebration, I didn’t anticipate meeting her older brother, Otto.

And I certainly never imagined that he’d be the most handsome man in the entire world.

Getting to know Otto better over dinner, I soon find my thoughts wandering to places they definitely shouldn’t be going.

When Otto and I find ourselves alone in a guest bedroom, we can’t resist taking our relationship to the next level.

But when Kristine discovers what I’ve done with her brother, she’s utterly disgusted with me.

Soon banished from her house and her life, I can’t believe this is happening.

I’ve lost my best friend, and even worse, I’ve lost my lover, all on Christmas Eve…

A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone, age-gap romance. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

I’m just checking in on my dad’s house while he’s overseas when disaster unexpectedly strikes.

When I go to seek help from my dad’s long-time neighbors, I’m shocked to learn that they’ve moved.

But much to my surprise, Hugo, the older man who lives there now, is absolutely astounding.

Tall, muscular, and handsome, he gladly offers me the assistance I need.

As Hugo and I get to know each other better, it doesn’t take long for him to become far more to me than just my dad’s new neighbor.

Then, without any warning, my dad returns home early, right at the worst possible time…

A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone, age-gap romance. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Katrina

I’m excited to be in England for the very first time.
While visiting my archaeologist dad at his excavation site, I’ll be writing some articles about his work.
But when I arrive at the castle where he’s digging, I’m shocked to learn about his student and assistant, Bryson.
Tall, muscular, and British, he is nothing like my dad’s other colleagues and students.
Even though Bryson is older than me, I’m immediately attracted to him in ways that I’ve never been with other men.
As we get to know each other better, I feel such a strong desire to know him more intimately.
I just wish my dad didn’t make things so complicated…

Bryson

I had no idea that Professor Donlea had a daughter.
And I certainly had no idea that Katrina would be the sexiest woman that I’ve ever seen.
From the very first moment I catch sight of her wonderful curves, I know I will make her mine.
Of course, it won’t be easy.
With her father being my PhD supervisor, I know there’s no way that he’d ever ever allow it.
When Katrina and I are alone in the nearby castle, we soon become more than just acquaintances.
But when Professor Donlea finds out what his daughter and I have done, it quickly leads to disaster…

A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone, age-gap romance. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Bethany

I’m shocked to discover a sexy, muscular, six-foot-five giant manhandling my dad’s bad leg.
Thankfully, it turns out that he’s just Wilhelm, my dad’s new personal trainer.
Although our first meeting is so brief, I crave Wilhelm in ways I’ve never craved any other man.
When I ask him if he’ll become my personal trainer, too, I’m thrilled when he agrees.
But during my initial training session with Wilhelm in my apartment, he quickly becomes far more than just my exercise coach.
He’s the first man who has ever been interested in me like this, but we definitely can’t let my overprotective dad find out…

Wilhelm

I shouldn’t be feeling this way about my client Pete’s beautiful daughter, Bethany.
From the very first moment I first saw her, I knew I needed to make her mine.
But a late-forties man like me shouldn’t even consider having a relationship with a mid-twenties goddess like her.
I need to get my desires for her under control.
Yet before I know it, I’ve become Bethany’s personal trainer, too, and then her lover.
Things are going better than I ever thought possible, until I make the dumbest mistake of my life…

A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone, age-gap romance. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Susanne

After I unexpectedly lose my job, I move back across the country to live with my dad.
While helping him to host his annual Halloween party, I meet his old friend Douglas for the first time.
Tall, strong, handsome, and probably twice my age, Douglas is unlike any other man I’ve ever met.
I’m instantly attracted to him, and as we get to know each other better, I begin to crave him in every way possible.
But I also know that my overprotective dad would never approve of these intense desires I’ve got for his older friend…

Douglas

After decades of living and working abroad, I’m shocked when I meet my friend Otis’ daughter for the first time.
This curvy mid-twenties goddess captures my attention in a way that no other woman ever has.
I know I should keep my distance, but Susanne is just too irresistible.
Just hours after we first meet, we’re sharing remarkable passion in her father’s basement family room.
Little do I realize that falling in love with my friend’s daughter might be the deadliest mistake I’ve ever made…

We Knew Right Away

Short, sexy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romances. No cheating, and no cliffhangers. They both know right away that they’re meant for each other, even if there are bumps along the way.
Ranch Passion

Ranch Passion
(We Knew Right Away, Book 1)

A Curvy Woman And A Rancher Man Short Romance
Available at Amazon

Rayford: All I’ve ever thought about is ranching, at least until I meet Charolette. Now she’s the only thing on my mind.

Charolette: A tall, muscular, handsome rancher like Rayford couldn’t possibly be interested in a larger woman like me. Or could he?

A short, sexy, insta-love, HEA, standalone rancher-and-veterinarian romance. No cheating, and no cliffhangers. They both know right away that they’re meant for each other, even if there are bumps along the way.

Thanksgiving Passion

Thanksgiving Passion
(We Knew Right Away, Book 2)

A Curvy Woman And An Emotionally-Wounded Man Short Romance
Available at Amazon

Antony: After my painful divorce, a relationship is the last thing I want. But when I’m unexpectedly invited to Hannah’s Thanksgiving dinner, I begin to reconsider.

Hannah: There’s no way that a tall, handsome, athletic man like Antony will like my cooking, and there’s even less of a chance he’d like me. Yet, he’s going for a third serving. Who knows where the night will lead…

A short, sexy, insta-love, HEA, standalone Thanksgiving romance. No cheating, and no cliffhangers. They both know right away that they’re meant for each other, even if there are bumps along the way.

Pool Accident Passion

Pool Accident Passion
(We Knew Right Away, Book 3)

A Curvy Woman And A Doubtful-About-Love Man Short Romance
Available at Amazon

Lincoln: I was expecting to find a deteriorating swimming pool at Corrinne’s house. Instead, I found the most beautiful and wonderful woman in the entire world. But as amazing as she is, I definitely can’t risk getting emotionally hurt again.

Corrinne: After what me and my clumsiness just did to Lincoln, I only wanted to make things right. Now I’ve made them so much worse. This will surely drive away the strongest, sexiest man I’ve ever met…

A short, sexy, insta-love, HEA, standalone, unexpected-love romance. They both know right away that they’re meant for each other, even if there are bumps along the way.

Open House Passion

Open House Passion
(We Knew Right Away, Book 4)

A Curvy Real Estate Agent Woman And A Love-Cautious Man Short Romance
Available at Amazon

Franklyn: After how my ex-fiancée treated me, I want nothing to do with love. But when I deliver some furniture to the most wonderful woman I’ve ever met, I begin to change my mind.

Gabriella: My first open house was a disaster, and now my second is shaping up to be just as bad. I never expected it would be the former lover of the very sexy staging furniture delivery guy who would be responsible, though…

A short, sexy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance. No cheating, and no cliffhangers. They both know right away that they’re meant for each other, even if there are bumps along the way.

Fireman’s Off-Limits Passion

Fireman’s Off-Limits Passion
(We Knew Right Away, Book 5)

A Curvy Teacher And Her Brother’s Firefighter Short Romance
Available at Amazon

Cameron: Getting involved in a relationship hadn’t even crossed my mind. Then I met my boss’ sister. Now I want this off-limits beauty more than anything else.

Belinda: No man has ever been interested in me in this way ever before. But why does this rugged, sexy fireman also have to be my fire captain brother’s lieutenant?!

A short, sexy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance. No cheating, and no cliffhangers. They both know right away that they’re meant for each other, even if there are bumps along the way.

Blacksmith Passion

Blacksmith Passion
(We Knew Right Away, Book 6)

A Curvy Candle Maker Woman And An Emotionally-Wounded Blacksmith Man Short Romance
Available at Amazon

Doyle: Surrounded by happy families all day long at the medieval fair reenactment, I know I’ll never have one of my own. After the torment my ex-wife caused me, a relationship clearly just isn’t for me. Yet when I unexpectedly meet Suzie, the possibility of love and family suddenly becomes very real once again…

Suzie: Of all the men who could have rescued me from this disaster, I can’t believe it was him. A tall, strong, handsome, and somewhat-older blacksmith, I’ve admired Doyle from the moment I first saw him. But men like him aren’t interested in larger women like me… So why did he just ask me out on a date?!

A short, sexy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance. No cliffhangers. They both know right away that they’re meant for each other, even if there are bumps along the way.

Ice Hockey Passion

Ice Hockey Passion
(We Knew Right Away, Book 7)

A Curvy Baker Woman And A Shy Athletic Man Short Romance
Available at Amazon

Georgie: Out of the thousands and thousands of spectators in the arena, she’s the only one I really see each game when I’m out on the ice. It’s one thing to admire her stunning beauty from a distance, but to actually buy doughnuts from her, face-to-face? I don’t think I can do it…

Claudine: I can’t believe that the Georgie Yearby has just walked into my bakery. But to my surprise, this sexy star goalie is nothing like I thought he’d be. Why would a celebrity like him seem so nervous talking to a nobody like me?

A short, sexy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance. No cliffhangers. They both know right away that they’re meant for each other, even if there are bumps along the way.

Trumpet Teacher Passion

Trumpet Teacher Passion
(We Knew Right Away, Book 8)

A Curvy Music Student And Her Older Disillusioned Instructor Short Romance
Available at Amazon

Norman: From the very first moment of my initial trumpet lesson with Felicia, my new student, I’m astounded by her beauty. As we continue to meet up every week, my attraction to her only grows stronger and stronger. But even if it happened years ago, past abandonment has long left me numb to love. Yet now, all thanks to Felicia, I’m beginning to feel emotions I haven’t felt in nearly two decades…

Felicia: When my friends got me trumpet lessons for my birthday, I never thought the teacher would be a man like Norman. Tall, muscular, and a little bit older, I’m immediately attracted to his body and his confidence. With his help, I’m soon playing the trumpet better than I ever could have imagined I would. But I just hope my upcoming concert performance will be good enough to make this handsome and supportive man proud…

A short, sexy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance. No cliffhangers, and no cheating. They both know right away that they’re meant for each other, even if there are bumps along the way.

Park Ranger Passion

Park Ranger Passion
(We Knew Right Away, Book 9)

A Curvy Independent Woman And A Love-Doubting Park Ranger Man Short Romance
Available at Amazon

Wade: Even though it happened over a decade ago, the pain of being deserted by my ex-wife still lingers. Balancing love with my duties as a state park ranger just isn’t possible. But when I stumble upon Malorie and her unfortunate situation deep in the wilderness, the idea of a relationship suddenly doesn’t seem so far-fetched…

Malorie: I can’t let a man get in the way of my independence ever again, even if it means I find myself facing challenging circumstances all alone. Although I turned down Wade’s earlier offer of help, maybe it wasn’t such a good idea. Only hours later, I could really use that tall, strong, slightly-older park ranger’s assistance and company…

A short, sexy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance. No cliffhangers, and no cheating. They both know right away that they’re meant for each other, even if there are bumps along the way.

Police Chief Passion

Police Chief Passion
(We Knew Right Away, Book 10)

A Distrustful Florist Woman And A Long-Time Bachelor Cop Man Short Romance
Available at Amazon

Malcolm: At just over fifty years old, I’ve never found the right woman for me, and I’ve pretty much given up on ever finding her. But when I’m called in to investigate a burglary at a local flower shop, I’m shocked to discover that the owner, Annie, is the most wonderful woman that I’ve ever met. I just wish I knew why she seems to hate me so much…

Annie: After a horrible encounter with the police when I was younger, I want nothing to do with any of them. Unfortunately, my insurance company will only cover the damage to my ransacked shop if I provide a police report. Much to my dismay, when Chief Malcolm Dundonald shows up, I find myself instantly attracted to him. Why does this tall, handsome, older man have to be a cop?!

A short, sexy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance. No cliffhangers, and no cheating. They both know right away that they’re meant for each other, even if there are bumps along the way.

Steakhouse Scandal Passion

Steakhouse Scandal Passion
(We Knew Right Away, Book 11)

A Curvy Chef Woman And A Restaurant Critic Man Short Romance
Available at Amazon

Blanche: I’m shocked to discover that the tall, handsome, and slightly-older man who’s dining alone in my struggling steakhouse is a restaurant critic. Much to my relief, Horatio does seem to enjoy my cooking, and he even asks me out on a date! But just a few days later, before we can even meet again, his review is published. It’s a total disaster for me and my restaurant…

Horatio: I never expected to meet the perfect woman at a steakhouse. But when Blanche brings out the delicious meal she has just prepared, I instantly know that she’s the woman for me. I’m also certain that my glowing review will help bring in some much-needed guests to her restaurant. So why is she so upset after reading it?!

A short, sexy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance. No cliffhangers, and no cheating. They both know right away that they’re meant for each other, even if there are bumps along the way.

My Brother’s Friend Passion

My Brother’s Friend Passion
(We Knew Right Away, Book 12)

A Curvy Woman And Her Older Brother’s Male Friend Short Romance
Available at Amazon

Marcus: With her having been away at college for years, I’ve never actually met my friend Dean’s younger sister. But when a brief chance encounter brings us together for the first time, I’m stunned at how beautiful Penny is. When we meet again a couple of weeks later at Dean’s barbecue, it just confirms that she’s the woman I’ve been looking for my entire life. I just wish Penny wasn’t my close friend’s sister…

Penny: When I dropped off some curtain rods at my brother’s new house, I never expected to find the sexiest man I’ve ever seen right there with him. Tall, strong, and a few years older than me, I’m attracted to his friend Marcus from the moment we meet. As we get to know each other better, we’re soon doing things together that I know my brother will never approve of. Not only that, but our love might actually have deadly consequences…

A short, sexy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance. No cliffhangers, and no cheating. They both know right away that they’re meant for each other, even if there are bumps along the way.

My Coach’s Daughter Passion

My Coach’s Daughter Passion
(We Knew Right Away, Book 13)

A College Hockey Player And His Coach’s Curvy Daughter Short Romance
Available at Amazon

Andrew: From the very first moment I see her, I’m astounded by Josie’s beauty. When she interviews me for an article she has to write, I find out that she’s got a wonderful personality, too. Everything about her is perfect, except for one thing: she’s my hockey coach’s daughter. Unfortunately, there’s no way that Coach O’Dundonald would ever tolerate me having a relationship with Josie…

Josie: I knew I’d be interviewing one of my dad’s college hockey players, but I didn’t think he’d choose the sexiest man I’ve ever seen. As Andrew and I chat, I start to imagine myself with him in the most intimate of ways. But no matter how much I crave him, there’s just no way that a tall, muscular, and handsome athlete like him would ever be interested in a woman like me…

A short, sexy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance. No cliffhangers, and no cheating. They both know right away that they’re meant for each other, even if there are bumps along the way.

Camp Counselor Passion

Camp Counselor Passion
(We Knew Right Away, Book 14)

An Athletic Man And A Curvy Woman Short Romance
Available at Amazon

Benton: I noticed Stephanie and her intense beauty during the very first camp counselor orientation session. As I spend my summer working alongside this curvy goddess, my attraction to her grows stronger every day. But romantic relationships between camp counselors are strictly forbidden. Will I ever be able to let her know how much I crave her?

Stephanie: Running the sporting activities at a summer camp is the last thing that an unathletic woman like me should be doing. Luckily, though, it means that I get to work with Benton. Tall, athletic, and muscular, he helps me make it through the hectic summer. While I definitely wish we could be more than just co-workers, there’s no way that a sexy man like him would ever be interested in a larger woman like me…

A short, sexy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance. No cliffhangers, and no cheating. They both know right away that they’re meant for each other, even if there are bumps along the way.

Grumpy Farmer Passion

Grumpy Farmer Passion
(We Knew Right Away, Book 15)

A Disillusioned Country Man And A Curvy City Woman Short Romance
Available at Amazon

Broderick: All I want is to be left alone, so I can run my farm in peace. The car now wedged in my farmhouse’s dining room makes that difficult, of course. But when I find out who the driver is, I’m left utterly shocked. Lyndsey truly is the most beautiful goddess I’ve ever seen. Suddenly, I’m feeling emotions I haven’t felt in over two decades…

Lyndsey: I’ve destroyed the front of Broderick’s house, and I’ve brought back painful memories of his deceased wife. I can tell he’s not happy about any of this. Yet, despite all of this misery I’ve caused him, this tall, muscular, and very sexy older farmer is being so kind to me. But why?!

A short, sexy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance. No cliffhangers, and no cheating. They both know right away that they’re meant for each other, even if there are bumps along the way.

Single Mom Halloween Passion

Single Mom Halloween Passion
(We Knew Right Away, Book 16)

A Struggling Unmarried Mother And A Lonesome Older Man Short Romance
Available at Amazon

Franklin: Halloween only reminds me of the happy family I always wanted, yet never had. But when a curvy goddess unexpectedly shows up at my doorstep looking for her missing child, it quickly becomes a Halloween unlike any other. I find myself instantly drawn to Melissa’s wonderful personality and her intense beauty. However, I’m just not sure if I can put up with her rotten son Russell…

Melissa: I can’t keep my son Russell under control. When he destroys an innocent man’s property on Halloween, I think we’ve finally hit rock bottom. Much to my surprise, Franklin, the victim of my son’s crime, offers us a way out. But why is this tall, handsome, older man treating a single mom like me so nicely, especially when I don’t deserve it?

A short, sexy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance. No cliffhangers, and no cheating. They both know right away that they’re meant for each other, even if there are bumps along the way.

Ernesto: The last time I saw my friend Jacqueline was twenty years ago. I’ve thought about her every day since then, while serving in the army. Finally seeing her in person once again, I discover that she’s even more beautiful than I remembered. The feelings I’ve had for her for so long come roaring back, stronger than ever before. Then I find out she’s already in a relationship…

Jacqueline: My twentieth high school class reunion has been nothing like I’d expected. I never thought I’d see my old friend Ernesto again, after so many years apart. And I never thought I’d still feel so attracted to him, either. Suddenly, my life is turned upside down. But with Ernesto at my side, maybe I’ll get through this…

A short, sexy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance. No cliffhangers. They both know right away that they’re meant for each other, even if there are bumps along the way.

Figure Skater Passion

Figure Skater Passion
(We Knew Right Away, Book 18)

A Curvy College Student And Her Older Skating Coach Short Romance
Available at Amazon

Travis: I can tell that Melinda is naturally a talented figure skater, even if she isn’t so sure of this fact. More importantly, though, she’s also the most stunning woman I’ve ever met. Her perfect curves and wonderful personality draw me to her in a way I’ve never felt for any other woman. But a beautiful goddess like her could never be interested in a washed-up, forty-seven-year-old former figure skater like me. And with me being her coach, there’s absolutely no way that we could have a romantic relationship…

Melinda: I don’t understand what he sees in me. Even though I haven’t skated competitively in many years, Coach Travis wants me on the college’s figure skating team anyway. Quickly improving my skills isn’t the most difficult thing I’m facing, though. Keeping my mind off of my sexy older coach is the real challenge. With the big competition now under way, I really hope I can make him proud…

A short, sexy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance. No cliffhangers, and no cheating. They both know right away that they’re meant for each other, even if there are bumps along the way.

Mother’s Friend Passion

Mother’s Friend Passion
(We Knew Right Away, Book 19)

An Older Woman And A Younger Man Age Gap Short Romance
Available at Amazon

Jordan: From the very first moment I met her eleven years ago, I knew that Beatrice was the perfect woman for me. Even though she was probably twice my age, I still found myself intensely attracted to her. Unfortunately for me, she was already married, and she was also my mom’s friend and employee. Years later, I’m now twenty-nine, and our circumstances have changed. With us meeting up again after so long, perhaps a relationship with her isn’t as unreasonable as it once was…

Beatrice: Now approaching fifty, I find myself divorced and single, and ready to downsize to a smaller house. When I need to get rid of some old furniture, my friend Jenny’s son offers to help out. It’s the first time that I’ve seen Jordan in over a decade, and he’s changed quite a bit. Now, I’m unexpectedly finding myself attracted to this tall, muscular, and very handsome son of my friend. Of course, a man in his late twenties would never be interested in an older, larger woman like me, right?

A short, sexy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance. No cliffhangers, and no cheating. They both know right away that they’re meant for each other, even if there are bumps along the way.

Traffic Cop Passion

Traffic Cop Passion
(We Knew Right Away, Book 20)

A Curvy Nurse And A Bachelor Policeman Short Romance
Available at Amazon

Geoffrey: I watched her commit some pretty serious traffic offenses. I know I shouldn’t be letting her off easy, but I just can’t help it. Estelle is the most beautiful and wonderful woman I’ve ever met. Although she has broken the law, it was for all the right reasons. But in the end, I may be the one who ends up paying the price for it…

Estelle: It makes no sense to me. Yes, I did some things I shouldn’t have done. But just when I think I’m going straight to jail, the tall, muscular, and very handsome cop helps me out instead. Then, I’m left even more confused when he gives me his personal phone number. Could a strong and attractive policeman like Geoffrey really be interested in a shorter, chubbier nurse like me?

A short, sexy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance. No cliffhangers, and no cheating. They both know right away that they’re meant for each other, even if there are bumps along the way.

Antique Shop Passion

Antique Shop Passion
(We Knew Right Away, Book 21)

A Curvy Woman And A Middle-Age Widower Man Short Romance
Available at Amazon

Harland: When a curvy goddess enters my humble antique shop, I don’t know what to think. I haven’t felt emotions like these since before my wife passed away, many years ago. While I had pretty much given up on love, now I’m having second thoughts. Could a relationship with Beth really be possible?

Beth: I never expected to see a man like him running an antique store. Tall, muscular, handsome, and about a decade older than me, Harland is the sexiest man I’ve ever met. But just as I’m getting to know him, everything suddenly goes wrong. Now there’s no way that Harland will want anything to do with me ever again…

A short, sexy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance. No cliffhangers, and no cheating. They both know right away that they’re meant for each other, even if there are bumps along the way.

Fire Marshal Passion

Fire Marshal Passion
(We Knew Right Away, Book 22)

A Curvy Baker Woman And A Relationship-Doubting Fireman Short Romance
Available at Amazon

Zachary: Years ago, after an unpleasant breakup with my ex-girlfriend, I’d completely given up on being in a relationship. But when I’m sent to investigate a fire at a bakery, I happen to meet Christine. I’m instantly attracted not only to her gorgeous, curvy body, but also to her joyful personality, too. Am I really ready for a relationship again, though, especially after how badly my last one ended?

Christine: The worst day of my life suddenly turned into one of the best when a tall, handsome, and muscular fireman walked into my damaged bakery. I’m shocked when Zachary goes out of his way to offer me help and kindness that no other man ever has. Yet, after a delightful visit with him and his colleagues at the fire station, I overhear something truly awful. Is that what Zachary actually thinks about me?!

A short, sexy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance. No cliffhangers, and no cheating. They both know right away that they’re meant for each other, even if there are bumps along the way.

Bank Scandal Passion

Bank Scandal Passion
(We Knew Right Away, Book 23)

A Curvy Bank Teller Woman And A Busy Bachelor Man Short Romance
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Stewart: I’ve been so busy running my business that I’ve never had time for love. But when a stunning goddess starts working as a teller at the bank I use, all I can think about is her. A few days after a wonderful lunch with Joanna, I get a concerning phone call from the bank’s manager. My money is gone, and Joanna has been implicated in its disappearance…

Joanna: Things haven’t been easy for me lately, but the handsome electrician who makes a bank deposit each week always brightens my day. Even as we get to know each other better, I still can’t believe that a handsome man like Stewart would even notice me at all. Then one morning, I’m called into my boss’ office for a brief meeting. Suddenly, my life is turned upside down, and any chance of a future with Stewart is instantly destroyed…

A short, sexy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance. No cliffhangers, and no cheating. They both know right away that they’re meant for each other, even if there are bumps along the way.

Grumpy Lawyer Passion

Grumpy Lawyer Passion
(We Knew Right Away, Book 24)

A Curvy Florist Woman And An Older Widower Lawyer Man Short Romance
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Quentin: After my wife passed away several years ago, dating and relationships just haven’t seemed appropriate to me. But when I meet Chelsie, I unexpectedly begin to feel emotions I haven’t experienced in so long. Yet, as attracted as I am to this curvy florist client of mine, I know we could never be a couple. It would be too disrespectful to my deceased wife for me to ever love again…

Chelsie: I was warned that Quentin would be grumpy, even though he’s a great lawyer. Even before I meet him, I discover this is true, and I begin to expect the worst. Much to my surprise, however, he treats me unbelievably well, far better than any other man ever has. Could this tall, successful, handsome, and slightly older lawyer really be interested in me?

A short, sexy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance. No cliffhangers, and no cheating. They both know right away that they’re meant for each other, even if there are bumps along the way.

Jigsaw Puzzle Competition Passion

Jigsaw Puzzle Competition Passion
(We Knew Right Away, Book 25)

A Love-Doubting Curvy Woman And An Overcompetitive Fireman Short Romance
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Bruce: Me getting fourth place at last year’s state-wide jigsaw puzzle competition wasn’t good enough. To be the fastest competitor at this year’s event, I had to stay completely focused on winning, no matter what. Then I learned I was going to be sitting right next to Stacy. Suddenly, the only thing on my mind was this beautiful goddess and her perfect curves…

Stacy: I had never expected a man like him to be into solving jigsaw puzzles, of all things. Tall, muscular, and very sexy, it didn’t take me long to discover that Bruce was the most wonderful man I’ve ever met. While I’d never had much success with love, the idea of a relationship suddenly didn’t seem as impossible as it always had. But could a handsome fireman like Bruce really be interested in a woman like me, especially when I’m his main competition?

A short, sexy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance. No cliffhangers, and no cheating. They both know right away that they’re meant for each other, even if there are bumps along the way.

My Father’s Carpenter Passion

My Father’s Carpenter Passion
(We Knew Right Away, Book 26)

A Curvy Woman With An Overbearing Wealthy Dad And A Relationship-Doubting Blue-Collar Man Short Romance
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Morris: I can hear my wealthy client arguing with a woman, but I can’t see who she is, and I can’t tell what exactly they’re disagreeing about. Then I discover that this unknown woman is Stacie, the stunningly beautiful, mid-twenties goddess who also happens to be my client’s daughter. She eventually comes to watch me work, and as we get to know each other, I find I’m not only attracted to her body, but also to her personality and everything else about her, too. As amazing as Stacie is, though, I can’t just forget the pain of my failed relationship with my ex-fiancée. I can never disrupt any family like that ever again…

Stacie: Being a successful and wealthy businessman, my dad is used to always getting his way. But when he wants me to date the creepy son of one of his company’s top executives, things get really awkward between us. I actually find myself craving the tall, muscular, and very sexy carpenter my dad has hired to build some custom bookshelves. Although this woodworker is unlike any guy I’ve ever talked to before, I soon discover that he is definitely the right man for me in every single way. My dad, however, makes it abundantly clear that he will never approve of me dating a blue-collar man like Morris…

A short, sexy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance. No cliffhangers, and no cheating. They both know right away that they’re meant for each other, even if there are bumps along the way.

Big, Strong, Manly Dannies

Short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romances featuring big, strong men named Danny. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA romance featuring an auto mechanic with a secret past, and a curvy florist. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Sarah

My rotten day got even worse when my car’s windshield is suddenly smashed.
It wasn’t just any man who damaged my car, though.
It was Danny.
He’s the biggest, strongest, and most wonderful man that I’ve ever met.
And when he makes things right, I know that I want to be with him forever.
That is, until I find out about his past...

Danny

My perfect home run hit had an unintended consequence.
As bad as it was, this accident brought me to Sarah.
She’s the most beautiful woman I’ve seen.
From the moment I first catch sight of her curves, I know that I will make her mine.
But this isn’t the first accident that has changed my life.
What will Sarah think when she finds out about the other one?

Big Bad Biker Danny

Big Bad Biker Danny
(Big, Strong, Manly Dannies; Book 2)

A Secret-Past Motorcycle Man, Curvy Single Mom Romance
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A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA romance featuring an older male biker with a secret past, and a curvy single mother florist. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Sylvie

I never thought that a man like him would be buying flowers.
He’s big, he’s strong, his motorcycle is loud, and he’s nearly twice my age.
I’m told that he’s "bad news", and that I should stay away.
Yet he treats me like no other man ever has.
And unlike my daughter’s absent father, Danny actually seems to care.
Everything’s going great, until I hear the rumors about his past...

Danny

Kicked out of the MC, I’ve been on my own for so long.
Drifting from motel to motel, from town to town, nowhere’s been right for me.
Then I run across the most beautiful, curvy woman I’ve ever seen, at a flower shop, of all places.
Right away, I know that I will make Sylvie mine.
But she’s giving me this strange urge, one that I’ve never felt before.
This strange urge to lay down roots...

My Athletic Danny

My Athletic Danny
(Big, Strong, Manly Dannies; Book 3)

A College Football Quarterback Man, Shy Nerdy Curvy Woman Romance
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A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA romance featuring a muscular college football quarterback, and a quiet curvy nerd woman. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Aspen

He’s tall. He’s huge. He’s muscular.
He’s Danny Digsbie, the star quarterback of the college’s football team.
And I’m alone with him in this computer lab, late on a Friday night.
After seeing his frustration with some software, I offer a little help.
Before I know it, he’s showing more than just a casual interest in me.
But why would an athletic man like him be interested in a short, plump, nerdy woman like me?

Danny

Football comes easy to me, but my college courses don’t.
If I don’t get my grades up, then I’m off the team.
I’m just about to enter the computer lab when I first see her.
She’s nothing like the football team’s cheerleaders.
When Aspen helps me with my assignment, I want her more than I’ve wanted any other woman.
But then I have to choose between her and the sport that I love...

A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance featuring a blue-collar tow truck driver man and a curvy florist woman. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Krystal

Thanks to a loose car battery cable, I meet the man of my dreams.
His name is Danny, and he’s a tall, muscular tow truck driver.
I assume that there’s no way that he’d be interested in a woman of my size.
Yet everything changes after an amazing coffee date brings us closer together.
But as I learn about Danny’s sad and troubled past, I’m not sure what to think.
Is he truly ready to love again?

Danny

I never expected that a small auto repair would introduce me to her.
Krystal is the most stunning woman that I’ve ever met.
While it’s her curves that drew me in, it’s her personality that leaves me wanting more.
Getting to know her better over coffee, it’s clear that I must make her mine.
But when disaster strikes, pain from my past roars back again.
Are all of my lovers destined to die?

My Dirty Job Danny

My Dirty Job Danny
(Big, Strong, Manly Dannies; Book 5)

A Rich Lawyer Father Disapproves of His Curvy Daughter’s Lover Romance
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I just don’t get it. Nearly two months ago, when Danny came to fix a blocked drain pipe, my dad seemed to like him. But now that me and Danny are dating, my dad seems to hate him! Just because Danny’s a plumber doesn’t mean I can’t or shouldn’t love him. Why can’t my dad understand that?! I do love Danny. Now if only my lawyer dad hadn’t driven him away with those harsh words…

A short, steamy, standalone, HEA romance featuring a plumber and the curvy adult daughter of his rich, disapproving lawyer client. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

My Christmas Danny

My Christmas Danny
(Big, Strong, Manly Dannies; Book 6)

An Overprotective Brother’s Best Friend Short Romance
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Although I’ve been extremely attracted to Danny for many years, I’ve always kept my distance.

Tall, muscular, and handsome, Danny is also the best friend of my overprotective older brother Andrew.

Unfortunately, Andrew would never put up with a friend of his dating me, no matter what.

But when Danny unexpectedly saves me from a holiday disaster, I invite him to the family Christmas Eve celebration I’m hosting.

As we become closer than I ever thought possible, Danny spends a passionate night at my house.

When Andrew makes an unexpected Christmas morning visit, things quickly take a turn for the worse.

Could my relationship with Danny really be over so soon?!

A short, steamy, standalone, HEA Christmas romance featuring a woman who falls for the best friend of her overprotective brother. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

I Thought I’d Never Find Love…

Short, steamy, HEA, standalone romances featuring curvy women 40 years old or older who are still looking for the perfect man. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

A collection of the first four standalone romance short stories of the “I Thought I’d Never Find Love…” series, featuring curvy women 40 years old or older who are still looking for the perfect man. Steamy, HEA, and no cliffhangers.

Audrey: A Curvy 40-Year-Old Single Woman And A Man From Her Office Romance

A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance featuring a single 40-year-old curvy woman who finds the man of her dreams. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

A month away from turning 41, I’m still single and losing hope fast.
My best friend Wendy urges me to ask out Karl, a man from my office.
Close to doing it, I’m surprised when he asks me out first.
Our first date is wonderful, and better than I could have ever imagined.
But a surprise visit by Wendy suddenly drives both Karl and her away from me.
Have I really lost both my best friend and my lover forever?

Becca: A Curvy 42-Year-Old Single Woman And A Sexy Surfer Man Romance

A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance featuring a single 42-year-old curvy woman who finds the man of her dreams. No cliffhangers.

When I looked across the beach, I never expected to see a man as sexy as him staring back at me.
A tall, muscular surfer, he leaves me wanting more.
Yet I know that a magnificent man like him would never be interested in a heavier 42-year-old woman like me.
Before I know it, a small accident while getting ice cream brings me and Adrian together.
Soon back at his home on the bluffs overlooking the ocean, we become closer than I ever thought we might.
But then I find out about her, a mysterious woman who sends him concerning messages…

Cindy: A Curvy Single 41-Year-Old Career Woman And An Emotionally-Wounded Divorced Man Romance

A short, steamy, HEA, standalone romance featuring a curvy, single, 41-year-old career-oriented woman and a guarded man with a painful past. No cliffhangers.

I’ve spent all of my life focused on my career.
Now 41 years old, I’ve given up hope of ever finding a man.
Then my best friend introduces me to her divorced cousin Gavin.
To my surprise, he’s a tall, handsome, and sexy man who drives me wild!
Yet he’s so guarded, having built walls to protect himself from his painful past.
As his barriers begin to fall, we become closer than I thought we ever would.
But then he overhears something that rips his emotional wounds wide open…

Diane: A Friends to Lovers Romance

A short, steamy, HEA, standalone romance featuring a curvy, single, 42-year-old woman who falls in love with her long-time athletic male friend before discovering his secret. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

My approaching 43rd birthday leaves me feeling anxious.
I never thought I’d still be single at this point in my life.
But my friend Tracy has an idea: what about dating Rueben?
It seems crazy to me at first; Rueben’s a friend I’ve known for ages.
A tall, muscular athlete, I know he couldn’t possibly be interested in a curvy woman like me.
Or could he?

Audrey

Audrey

A Curvy 40-Year-Old Single Woman And A Man From Her Office Romance
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A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance featuring a single 40-year-old curvy woman who finds the man of her dreams. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Audrey

A month away from turning 41, I’m still single and losing hope fast.
My best friend Wendy urges me to ask out Karl, a man from my office.
Close to doing it, I’m surprised when he asks me out first.
Our first date is wonderful, and better than I could have ever imagined.
But a surprise visit by Wendy suddenly drives both Karl and her away from me.
Have I really lost both my best friend and my lover forever?

Karl

I fell for Audrey the very first day I started working here, several years ago.
Yet despite our proximity, I never acted on my desires for her.
But when the opportunity arises to ask her out, I finally do.
It turns out to be the best decision I’ve ever made.
Everything’s going perfectly, until Audrey’s friend gets involved.
Then it all falls apart almost instantly…

Becca

Becca

A Curvy 42-Year-Old Single Woman And Sexy Surfer Man Romance
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A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA, standalone romance featuring a single 42-year-old curvy woman who finds the man of her dreams. No cliffhangers.

Becca

When I looked across the beach, I never expected to see a man as sexy as him staring back at me.
A tall, muscular surfer, he leaves me wanting more.
Yet I know that a magnificent man like him would never be interested in a heavier 42-year-old woman like me.
Before I know it, a small accident while getting ice cream brings me and Adrian together.
Soon back at his home on the bluffs overlooking the ocean, we become closer than I ever thought we might.
But then I find out about her, a mysterious woman who sends him concerning messages…

Adrian

I can’t take my eyes off of her.
This goddess’ beautiful curves leave me so stunned that I nearly forget I’m at the beach to surf.
But luckily for me, a chance encounter introduces me to Becca.
Our casual surfing lesson together soon becomes a dinner at my place, and then so much more.
Yet the next day, Becca suddenly seems distracted and distant.
And then her unexpected accusation of my infidelity leave me utterly shocked…

Cindy

Cindy

A Curvy Single 41-Year-Old Career Woman And An Emotionally-Wounded Divorced Man Romance
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A short, steamy, HEA, standalone romance featuring a curvy, single, 41-year-old career-oriented woman and a guarded man with a painful past. No cliffhangers.

Cindy

I’ve spent all of my life focused on my career.
Now 41 years old, I’ve given up hope of ever finding a man.
Then my best friend introduces me to her divorced cousin Gavin.
To my surprise, he’s a tall, handsome, and sexy man who drives me wild!
Yet he’s so guarded, having built walls to protect himself from his painful past.
As his barriers begin to fall, we become closer than I thought we ever would.
But then he overhears something that rips his emotional wounds wide open…

Gavin

Even decades later, the pain still lingers.
After what my ex-wife did to me, I’m not interested in love.
And I’m definitely not interested in marriage.
But then I’m unexpectedly introduced to Cindy.
She’s a stunning curvy goddess who captures my heart right away.
Pushing aside my doubt and my distrust, I give love a chance.
But little did I know that my suffering would be back with a vengeance…

Diane

Diane

A Friends to Lovers Romance
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A short, steamy, HEA, standalone romance featuring a curvy, single, 42-year-old woman who falls in love with her long-time athletic male friend before discovering his secret. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Diane

My approaching 43rd birthday leaves me feeling anxious.
I never thought I’d still be single at this point in my life.
But my friend Tracy has an idea: what about dating Rueben?
It seems crazy to me at first; Rueben’s a friend I’ve known for ages.
A tall, muscular athlete, I know he couldn’t possibly be interested in a curvy woman like me.
Or could he?

Rueben

I’ve had these feelings for Diane for so long.
Yet I know I could never be with an intensely beautiful woman like her.
She doesn’t know it, but I’m not like other men, in a very crucial way.
So I’m shocked when she wants to be more than just friends.
I’d love nothing more than to be with her.
But will my secret, and her loud-mouthed friend, ruin it all?

Powerful Ruthless Men

Short, dark, steamy, standalone, HEA romances featuring powerful men who ruthlessly pursue and defend their women.
My Ferocious Protector

My Ferocious Protector

An Older Protective Man Romance
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I knew right away that he shouldn’t be there. He was clearly a creep. But when I find out that he was after her, I’m overcome with rage. Nobody does that to Laura.

Even if I have to sacrifice my life, I will defend her. I will protect her. I will claim her as mine.

A short, dark, steamy, standalone, HEA romance featuring a protective older army veteran and his friend’s curvy, off-limits, adult daughter. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Even if we’re just friends, Jenn means more to me than any other woman in the world. I would do anything to protect her.

So when a competitor threatens her successful new bakery business, all hell breaks loose.

She needs me. And I will be there to defend her, no matter what I must do, and no matter how close we become.

I may be a firefighter, but I show no mercy to those who attempt to harm my woman.

A short, dark, steamy, standalone, HEA romance featuring a protective fire chief and his baker woman best friend. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Watching those bastards destroy the forest made me upset. But when they hurt her, the most beautiful woman I’ve ever seen, I become angry.

Yet even after what they’ve done to her, I give them a chance to leave peacefully.

As I attend to Leslie’s injury, I find out there’s so much more to her than just her beauty.

Living a life of solitude after my troubled time in the army, she makes me rethink my need for love.

Then the illegal loggers come back for their revenge.

When they steal Leslie away, it unleashes a protective fury in me that has no bounds.

I will do anything to get her back. I will even kill…

A short, dark, steamy, standalone, HEA romance featuring a protective former army solider mountain man and a curvy hiker. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Butard Brothers Bakeries

Short, steamy, insta-love, HEA romances featuring the Butard brothers, their bakeries, and their women. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

A short, steamy, insta-love, HEA romance featuring a protective man with a secret past, and a curvy younger woman. No cheating, and no cliffhangers.

Tess

The clanking sounds are loud.
The banging racket is annoying.
And the whirring noises just don’t stop!
All I’m trying to do is get a little sleep.
I do have to work tomorrow, even if I’d rather not.
Soon, I’m left with no choice; I have to confront him.
But when I first see him, I’m shocked.
It's no longer sleep that I’m after.
I want Briggs Butard.

Briggs

I’ve been up all night, working hard and fast.
There are only a few hours left before my deadline.
It’s a deadline that I can’t miss, no matter what.
I’m so focused on finishing, I didn’t realize the disturbance I was causing.
The disturbance I was causing for the beautiful curvy goddess living above my bakery.
From the first moment I see her, I know I will make her mine.
But what if she finds out about my terrible past?
What if she learns of my transgression?

Have I Finally Found My Lover?

Insta-love, HEA, standalone short romances with no cliffhangers and no cheating.
My Unexpected Hitchhiker Lover

My Unexpected Hitchhiker Lover

A Career-Focused Bachelor Man And An Unlucky-in-Love Woman Short Romance
Available at Amazon

Brett
The gorgeous woman who picks me up from the side of the highway really seems to be into me.
We instantly click in a way that I never have with anyone else.
But after she takes me to her house, I suddenly feel like my presence is completely unwanted…

Cindi
The muscular and athletic hitchhiker sitting next to me in my car is definitely hot.
Even though we get along great, I’m still not sure if I should trust him.
Again and again, I’ve fallen for bad boys who’ve led me into one failed relationship after another…

An insta-love, HEA, standalone short romance with no cliffhangers and no cheating.

Other Books

Miranda, a beautiful mature woman, works at a grocery store alongside Erik, a respectable younger man. Erik knows that Miranda has unsatisfied needs, but his sense of honor prevents him from fulfilling her desires and disrupting her marriage. But when Miranda’s situation changes, Erik knows that he must act, and she can’t wait for him to do so. (An approximately 4,000 word short romance story featuring an older woman, a younger man, workplace love, no cheating, and a happy-for-now ending.)