Contemporary

An Amazon Charts and #1 Kindle Store bestseller.

An NFL quarterback turned small-town coach gets sacked by a Texas beauty queen in this swoony, passionate romance from Wall Street Journal bestselling author Ilsa Madden-Mills.

Gorgeous, talented, and brilliant, NFL quarterback Ronan Smith has the world in his hands. But after losing his career and his fiancée in a car accident, he falls into a pit of grief and bad choices. When a mysterious girl shows up to his party, he feels drawn to her and makes her his…for one night.

Former beauty queen Nova Morgan is on a mission. Scantily clad as a princess from a galaxy far, far away, she sneaks into a high-profile party to capture the attention of her favorite quarterback. But her hopes crash after an awful one-night stand.

Fast-forward two years. Broke and desperate, Nova returns home to Blue Belle, Texas, where, by a cosmic twist of fate, her broody neighbor is none other than Ronan, the shiny new football coach everyone adores. But he has no idea who she is.

The booster club keeps shoving women at Ronan to keep him in town. His solution? He proposes fake dating to Nova. But things heat up for real under these Friday-night lights when he realizes she’s the one who slipped away.

Has this jaded beauty found her forever baller, or will his past keep them apart?

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Has this prince lost his crown?

Reed Royal has it all. The girls at his elite prep school line up to date him, the guys want to be him, but Reed never gave a damn about anyone until Ella Harper walked into his life.

What began as burning resentment turned into something else entirely. Keep Ella close. Keep Ella safe. But when one mistake drives her out of Reed’s arms and brings chaos to the Royal household, Reed’s entire world begins to fall apart around him.

Ella doesn’t want him anymore. She says they’ll only destroy each other. She might be right.

Secrets. Betrayal. Enemies. If Reed is going to win back his princess, he’ll need to prove himself Royally worthy.

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The Cornish sea air, old friends, and cuddles with a cute pup…

Sometimes you’re just where you need to be…

After a difficult break-up, Poppy is keen to put the past behind her and what’s better than some relaxing time with her aunt in the picturesque Cornish village of West Par?

But life at her aunt Flora’s Dogs’ Home is anything but relaxing. When a poor little pup is stranded at the gates, Poppy takes them for a check up at the local vet, hoping against hope they’ll be fine.

And there she meets Mack: the vet who is so charming and experienced with the dogs, but selfish and – dare she say it – money-grabbing with his clients.

But underneath that cold exterior, she’s sure there’s more to the story. If only she could convince him to open up. Because without him, the future of Wagging Tails isn’t so assured…

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I’m his defiant nanny. He’s my infuriating, off-limits billionaire boss.
From our first meeting, his arrogance made my blood boil.
But beneath the heated arguments, for this hot alpha, I’ll break every rule.

Drawn by faded dreams, Giovanni Russo stands before me.
Behind his guarded eyes, hidden scars beckon, pulling me closer.
More than just his employee, the heart of his precious daughter rests with me.

Electricity crackles between us, undeniable and charged.
With each stolen touch, boundaries waver and stakes soar.
Yet one wrong move threatens the delicate balance we’ve crafted.

Giovanni is nothing like my exes. He’s a real man. Someone I can lean on.
That is… until our tempers clash. And I need to leave before I get in too deep.

But its too late. Now, with a secret growing inside me,
I must decide if I’m ready for the consequences of playing with fire.

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Bryson Robinson knows exactly what he wants. His parents are a love-at-first-sight success story, so he recognizes what he felt with Rose Shaw during their night together could be the real deal. She has no interest in long-distance dating…so when the league’s best pitcher gets devastating news that could be the third strike for his career, he turns it into a win, going all in to get the girl. Starting with a home in Montana—and hiring Rose to design it.

Now he just has to convince her that not all men, including MLB superstars, are players…if she’s daring enough to take the risk.

Daring Enough is the fourth book in the Love in Montana series. It can be read as a stand alone, but for a better reading experience the author suggest reading the series in order.

1. Fearless Enough
2. Cherished Enough
3. Brave Enough
4. Daring Enough

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Keller

From a poor, underground street fighter, I rose to fame as the world heavyweight boxing champion.
No one knew I was also a monster who hunted in the shadows.
Trapped in the mafia until my debts were paid.
A simple deal held my freedom- unify my belts.
It seemed simple until an enchanting British firecracker landed on my lap, knocking me sideways.
Wanting her was dangerous for us both, but I took her anyway.
Leaving me with the choice, fight for my freedom or hers.
When the truth is unmasked, could she still love me?
Would love be enough to battle our demons and come out on top?

Sienna

Newly single and focusing on building my life in New York, I’ve sworn off men for the foreseeable.
No one had ever stuck around long enough to let me believe in fairytales anyway.
That was until him.
He tried to hide himself from me but I couldn’t stay away.
When the mask shattered and the truth was revealed, could I still stay?
Even if it meant my life was at stake.
Could we get past our fear of love and fight for our Happily Ever After?

Distance is book 1 in the Beneath The Mask Series, a series of standalone dark mafia romances. Distance is a mafia cross sports romance, full of spice and suspense.

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Nate and Laura try to deny the sizzling connection found through a meet-text and fiery encounter.

But when they have to share an apartment and pretend to be getting married, their resistance may not last.

Will her past get in the way? Will getting his inheritance back trump the electrifying bond between them?

Find out in this fast-paced and spicy pretend relationship, single mother romance, full of banter and plot twists.

*Gambling with the Player is a full-length standalone novel–but better enjoyed as book 2 in the series–with dual 1st person POVs with guaranteed HEA.

Please note: Adult language and 18+ explicit situations. Full TW list on my website

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Oh, and the person I have to keep an eye on is mouthy and slightly nuts. And she hates me. She pushes my buttons and makes me question my own sanity. But, goddamn, she’s sexy.

Her parents asked me to look after her. To make sure she doesn’t do anything reckless at college. Because since she changed with no explanation last year, she’s been a hellion. Not to mention, a major thorn in my side. I should have told them to find someone else.

But I couldn’t say no. I’ll never say no when it comes to Henley Hayes.

Because deep down, I want her. If I’m being completely honest here, she’s all I’ve wanted since the day I took my first breath. And when I get it in my head that I want something, I’ll stop at nothing until it’s mine.

So, challenge accepted. I know she won’t make it an easy task. After all, the last thing she wanted was to be followed to college, especially by me, her newly declared enemy. But, hey, if I have to do the grueling job of being her babysitter, I might as well reap the rewards too. She can only hate me for so long. And her time’s running out.

*This is a complete stand alone in the Brooks University series.
Sports Romance

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Embark on a captivating journey inside the halls of a counseling center, where professional dedication meets the complexities of the human heart. This narrative introduces Mia, a dedicated therapist, who prides herself on maintaining a clear boundary between her personal and professional life. Her resolve is tested when Daniel, her respected mentor and the head of the center, invites her to a charity ball, setting in motion a series of events that challenge both their professional ethics and emotional fortitude.

This novel intricately weaves a story of profound emotional connections, exploring the delicate balance between personal feelings and professional responsibilities. As Mia and Daniel navigate their increasingly complex relationship, they confront the ethical dilemmas that arise from their growing closeness. Each encounter, laden with unspoken understanding and mutual respect, gradually reveals the depth of their connection, forcing them to examine the true meaning of integrity and commitment in their professional lives.

Set against the backdrop of their demanding careers, this tale delves into the heart of what it means to be a caregiver and the human tendency to seek connection, even in the most unexpected places. It’s a study in the strength of character, the resilience of the human spirit, and the courage it takes to confront one’s true feelings in a world where rules and hearts often collide.

This book is a nuanced exploration for readers who appreciate stories about personal growth, ethical dilemmas, and the intricate dance between love and duty. It is a testament to the power of human connection, reminding us that sometimes the hardest choices lead to the most fulfilling paths.

Discover a narrative that celebrates the journey of self-discovery and the bravery required to follow one’s heart against all odds.
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From #1 Amazon Charts and WSJ Bestselling Author Ilsa Madden-Mills comes an all-new swoony romance between the football hottie and the mystery girl he kissed years before…

Dillon McQueen: Babe. I promise. You want me.
Serena Jensen: Um, who are you?

There’s a legend at Waylon University: the first girl you kiss freshman year at the bonfire party is the one you’ll never forget. She’ll crawl under your skin. She’ll spark a passion so fierce you’ll burn the world down to possess her.

You might even put a ring on it.

But…timing is everything. That kiss can go horribly wrong. She might run in the opposite direction. And boy, did Serena run.

Dillon is Waylon’s hotshot quarterback with something to prove. All he wants is to graduate and make it to the NFL. What he doesn’t need is to finally meet the mystery girl he kissed at the bonfire freshman year. Isn’t it enough that she’s haunted his dreams for more than a thousand nights?

Fate laughs in his face when he runs into the plucky girl at the Piggly Wiggly. Surrounded by his entourage, he’s got all of her favorite cookies in his cart; she gets revenge by buying every six-pack of his favorite beer.

Obviously, that legend is a curse. She’s not his type and hates him. Worst of all, how can she not remember him when she left a Serena-shaped hole in his heart for the past three years?

So why can’t he stop trying to win her?

Will this quarterback score the girl or make the biggest fumble of his life?

Author’s Note: I Promise You is a complete stand-alone college sports romance. Expect hot football jocks, strong women with pluck, a tell-it-like-it-is Nana, deep feels, fun banter, and a sigh-worthy happy ending. No cheating or cliff-hangers.

*Also read I Dare You, I Bet You, and I Hate You, ALL STAND-ALONE COLLEGE FOOTBALL ROMANCES.

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A fake relationship with a one-night stand is anything but an act in this witty and heartfelt new romantic comedy that is perfect for fans of Alexandria Bellefleur, Casey McQuiston and Rosie Danan.

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Everyone around Iris Kelly is in love.

And she’s happy for all of them, truly. So what if she misses her friends and family, who are busy with their perfectly paired partners. At least she has her brand-new career writing romance novels (the irony), right?

Wrong. She is completely out of ideas after having spent all of her romantic energy on her debut.

Perfectly happy to ignore her problems as usual, Iris goes to a Portland bar. But a night of dancing with a sexy stranger named Stefania turns into the worst one-night stand Iris has had in her life (vomit and crying are regretfully involved).

To get her mind off everything, Iris tries out for a local play only to come face-to-face with Stefania-or, Stevie, her real name. When Stevie desperately asks Iris to play along as her girlfriend, Iris is shocked but goes along with it in a bid to get her creative juices flowing.

As the two women play the part of a couple, they turn into a constant state of hot-and-bothered and soon it just comes down to who will make the real first move . . .

Why readers love Ashley Herring Blake . . .

‘A hot, frothy romcom with a relatable heart beating at its centre. I can’t wait for the rest of the series!’ Talia Hibbert

‘A truly exquisite romance . . . I’m wildly in love with this book’ Rachel Lynn Solomon

‘A swoon-worthy, laugh-out-loud romp of a romance’ Kosoko Jackson

‘Snappy banter and seriously scorching chemistry; you’ll need a very cold shower after this read!’ Lana Harper

‘Charming and entertaining . . . Blake’s masterful blend of sexual tension and growing affection will have readers swooning’ Karelia Stetz-Waters

‘Snarky, steamy, and swoony in equal measure, I never wanted this book to end’ Meryl Wilsner

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Freshly single and excited to regain her independence, Brenna stumbles upon a problem that could cost her more than she ever imagined. Unwilling to be a pawn in her ex’s dangerous game, she steps into the ruthless world of the motorcycle club. But instead of finding men who live up to the horrific rumors, Brenna finds allies in an unexpected place. The MC members, appalled by her ex’s callousness, promise to protect her and seek vengeance against her ex. Assigned to safeguard Brenna, Lock finds himself drawn to her strength and vulnerability.

As they navigate a path filled with challenges and desire, Lock and Brenna’s connection deepens. But the question looms: can their attraction survive the stark differences in their worlds?

Brenna, an outsider to the MC, and Lock, a man desperate to rebuild his life and be a good father, face an uncertain future. But when they believe the most significant threat is behind them, Brenna’s ex emerges as a more formidable adversary than imagined. A relentless enemy, he threatens to tear them apart before they can confront their inner demons and find happiness.

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Be careful what you wish for . . .

Ella Harper is a survivor. She’s spent her whole life poor, her mother struggling to make ends meet – yet still believing that someday she’d climb out of the gutter. But after her mother’s death, Ella is truly lost and alone.

Until Callum Royal appears, picking Ella up and dropping her into his mansion – among his five sons, who all hate her. Each Royal boy is more magnetic than the last. But none is as captivating as Reed Royal, the boy most determined to send her back to the slums.

Reed doesn’t want her. He says she doesn’t belong with the Royals.

He might be right.

Wealth. Excess. Deception. It’s nothing Ella has ever experienced.

But if she’s going to survive in the Royal palace, she’ll need to start issuing her own Royal decrees . . .

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She’s a good girl raised in purity culture. He’s the campus bad boy. When he uses her to get revenge, stealing her virginity, she steals his heart instead.

Beautiful and prim Vanessa is the perfect pawn in Carter’s revenge scheme. Who better to humiliate his wealthy religious family than the girl who just announced on social media that she’s planning to lose her virginity in thirty days?

Their arrangement will just be an exchange of services. He’ll let her tell the world the campus player took her virginity, and she’ll give him the opportunity he’s been waiting years for.

But after one taste of her, he wants so much more than petty revenge…

He wants her body as well as her heart.

He wants everything.

Author’s note: Suitable for ages 18+. Please see author’s website for a list of content warnings.

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To clear her mind, she sets off on early morning walks around a nearby lake and bumps into May, an older lady who is also new to the area, and her dapper Dachshund Monty. Quickly, a firm friendship blossoms. Then when Holly meets Bear, a rather large and rather attractive man, at the local pub, and his rescue dog Queenie, her stay at Nightingale Square suddenly feels even more appealing.

As the community comes together for the season’s festivities, Holly must start thinking about where her life will take her next. Some big decisions need to be made, but distractions close to home make thinking about the future more tricky than ever…

Will she get that festive feeling this Christmas…?

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‘Grab a hot chocolate and lose yourself in this heart-warming story of romance, community and secrets. The perfect story to read by the fire!’ PHILLIPA ASHLEY

‘Brimming with warmth and Christmas cheer’ SARAH MORGAN

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I was raised to be a lady, not a man’s plaything. But with Jacob, I almost had it all; pleasure like I’d never known and protection from the danger stalking me. Was it greedy to want more? I had his body, but I wanted his heart.

I told myself it was just sex. We were providing each other a mutual service, nothing more. Right? I couldn’t possibly be foolish enough to fall in love with him.

Jacob
I must have been crazy. I’d wanted Abigail for years, I won’t deny it. But I don’t pursue married women, and her husband was a disaster waiting to happen. Everything about Abigail warned me to steer clear, including the lady herself. Some women might cheat, but not her. Abigail was too noble for her own good. Beautiful and untouchable. Then her husband was murdered and every dark shadow he’d held back came after Abigail at once.

She was on the run, and I was the only man who could save her. The best things come to men who wait, and I’d been waiting. Abigail was mine. I didn’t want a girlfriend. I definitely didn’t need a wife. I just wanted her. In my home. In my bed. I was going to own every inch of her elegantly curved body. I’d keep her for as long as I wanted her, and then we’d both walk away. What could possibly go wrong?

The Billionaire’s Pet is a standalone romance with a happy ending. It’s the third book in The Winters Saga, and reveals more about the notorious men of the Winters family. You can read it on its own, everything you need to know from the first book is explained, but once you get a taste of the Winters men you’ll want to read the others ;}

**The Winters Saga was originally published with the series title Scandals of the Bad Boy Billionaires

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Now the vengeance he so desperately craves isn’t directed at me, but the monster responsible for destroying all our lives.

That might put us on the same side this time, but that doesn’t mean I can forgive him for not believing me. Or for hating me when I loved him.

Just when I think the darkness couldn’t drag us down any further, it threatens to swallow me whole.

Only this time Luca is right there beside me, reminding me how things used to be… fighting for me. Begging for my forgiveness.

Something I don’t know if I’ll ever be able to give him.

Until he proves that the boy I fell for still exists, underneath the one who broke my heart.

And I begin to wonder if there ever was a question about our future.

Dear Reader,
The Destruction You Desire is the fifth book in my Maddison Kings University series and the second book in a duet for Peyton and Luca. It’s a dark bully romance that contains mature content and demanding alphaholes that some readers may find disturbing. You have been warned.

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In a former life, I used to religiously attend Lakeside U’s hockey games. Then my ex-who-shall-not-be-named—the team’s top defensive enforcer—cross-checked my heart into the boards, and I haven’t set foot in that arena since.

But when fate conspires against me, I’m assigned to complete my senior athletic training internship with Nash’s team, and forced to work closely with the only guy I’ve ever loved. You know, the one who skated out of my life without looking back.

After what happened last time, I know better than to fall for him again. Not to mention, there’s a strict no-fraternization policy between trainers and their athletes. Problem is, our chemistry is hotter than ever—and he’s determined to win me back.

Before we know it, the boundaries begin to blur until we can’t see them anymore. But with so much on the line, I’m risking a lot more than just my heart this time.

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Nash and Violet’s story is a steamy, second-chance sports romance with a grumpy, overprotective hero, angst, and a slow burn that turns sizzling.

THE ENFORCER is Book 1 of the Lakeside University Hockey series, a series of standalone high-heat college hockey romances centering around four roommates. There are no cliffhangers, and all of the books end with a happily ever after.

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Tall, dark and…mysterious. Football player.

Some random guy I flirted with while out of town visiting my father.

Turns out we go to the same college. Even weirder, we discover our fathers are business rivals. And when they find out we had a minor situation-ship, they forbid us from dating.

Easy enough to do. Our campus is huge. I can avoid him.

But I keep running into Mr. Tall, Dark and Mysterious everywhere I go. I mean, I’m not one to chase after a sexy jock but I start to realize he’s difficult to resist. And he’s just as into me as I’m into him.

Defying our fathers’ wishes means we need to keep whatever it is we’re doing secret. Totally fine. We can be just friends. Even if what we’re doing quickly switches to friends with benefits, and then turns into…something more.

We might be asking for trouble, but maybe being with Tony is worth the risk.

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Thousands of readers have fallen for This Christmas. . . Will you?

‘Think The Holiday but so much better. . .’
‘Grabs your heart, squeezes it and ultimately leaves you believing in life’
‘A warm cosy winter’s hug in a book!!’
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Two strangers. One double-booked cottage. This Christmas will be one to remember. . .

Rose used to love Christmas – until the year everything changed. She hasn’t been home to visit her family for the holidays since.

Charlie is facing his first Christmas alone. It may be the most wonderful time of the year for some, but not for him. Not this year.

In search of comfort and seclusion, Rose escapes to a cottage in rural Donegal to hunker down for the festive season by herself.

But when Charlie opens the door to Seaview Cottage, the two strangers realise that their holiday rental has been double-booked.

They both expected to spend this Christmas alone. But their lives could be changed forever if they agree to spend it together. . .

The Top 10 Irish Times bestseller, perfect for fans of The Holiday and Love, Actually. Discover the perfect cozy Christmas romance book to curl up with this winter from the bestselling author!
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Praise for Emma Heatherington:

‘A delicious page-turner that you’ll devour as quickly as a plate of mince pies. . .’ Woman & Home

‘A Christmas hug of a book, which I read in two sittings. Days later, I’m still thinking of Rose and Charlie!’ Fionnuala Kearney, Irish Times bestseller

‘Spot on perfect for fans of The Holiday and Love, Actually’ Claudia Carroll

‘Gripping’ Bella

‘A heart-warming romance’ Ulster Herald

‘A beautiful love story’ Woman’s Way

‘A gorgeous will they/won’t they love story, with depth and surprising twists’ The Sun

‘A lovely, heart-warming read!!’ Closer

‘A proper winter heart-warmer’ Heat

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Finn, the jacked personal trainer whose shorts cling to his muscular body so tightly it leaves nothing to the imagination. He stretches me out before each workout and then spots me while I lift weights, gently touching my body to arrange me in just the right position.
Max, the tall, gorgeous spin instructor with a quick wit and sarcastic smile. He finds new ways to raise my pulse and make me sweat–and only some of them take place on a spin machine.
Brody, the handsome gym member with crystal-blue eyes and a body covered with lean muscle, flirts with me every time we cross paths. But we’re competing against each other in the gym’s quarterly points contest, and he has discovered a scintillating new way of distracting me…

My three dedicated athletes find unique ways to send me to bed sore each night.
From harmless hot tub flirting, to very personal training sessions, to long sports massages that soothe my aching muscles.
As our feelings grow more serious, how can I possibly choose between these three amazing men?
Or in the end, will they decide for me?

TRAINED AT THE GYM is a sizzling, stand-alone Reverse Harem love story with enough gym-related action to get your heart racing. HEA guaranteed!

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Return to the sensational standout TikTok series, The Royals, in this third instalment, Twisted Palace.

From mortal enemies to unexpected allies, two teenagers try to protect everything that matters most.

Ella Harper has met every challenge that life has thrown her way. She’s tough, resilient, and willing to do whatever it takes to defend the people she loves, but the challenge of a long-lost father and a boyfriend whose life is on the line might be too much for even Ella to overcome.

Reed Royal has a quick temper and even faster fists. But his tendency to meet every obstacle with violence has finally caught up with him. If he wants to save himself and the girl he loves, he’ll need to rise above his tortured past and tarnished reputation.

No one believes Ella can survive the Royals. Everyone is sure Reed will destroy them all.

They may be right.

With everything and everyone conspiring to keep them apart, Ella and Reed must find a way to unravel all the secrets in their Twisted Palace.

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