Series in Women & Relationships
Books in Women & Relationships
Accidentally Yours
I didn’t go to Vegas to fall into a pool, down several mixed drinks, and wake up in bed beside a stranger. Scratch that—not just a stranger. A charming, suit-wearing, name-dropping, too-hot-to-be-real billionaire named Damien Blackwood. So, imagine my surprise when I woke up with a splitting headache, a blurry marriage license, and a very expensive ring on my finger. It was no big deal. There were worse things in life that could happen, and this could be fixed with two words: an annulment . But thanks to a nosy chapel guest and an Instagram account, our accidental nuptials were videoed and blasted all over social media, making headlines on Page Six. Damien’s board thinks it’s real, and now his company’s billion-dollar merger hinges on him being seen as stable and settled. I was all set to sign the annulment papers until Damien came to me with a business proposition: Pretend to be happily married for a while longer. Make a few public appearances. Smile for the cameras. Pretend to be madly in love. He’d pay me one hundred thousand dollars for my time—money I desperately needed to kick off my breakup box business. Once the merger was complete, our fake marriage would be annulled, and we’d never have to see each other again. The problem? Although our marriage was fake, our chemistry was very real. And the line between fake and real was blurring faster than we planned. Accidental Vegas marriage, billionaire, fake wife to save a billion-dollar deal, opposites attract, grumpy/sunshine, forced proximity. 18+
Baby Drama III
Marley My entire life changed when I met a hot and sexy billionaire named Charlie Stone at the Chicago airport. I wasn’t prepared for the journey I was about to embark on when I found out I was pregnant, which resulted from one drunken night neither of us barely remembered. I was an independent single woman and event planner, making it on my own in New York City with the help of my two best friends, Penelope and Olivia. Thanks to my parents, I didn’t believe in love, and having kids was not part of my life’s plan. Charlie made it clear he wanted nothing to do with being a father. He couldn’t even commit to a relationship with a woman, let alone be a father. I semi-accepted it and wanted to forget Charlie ever existed until I found out our one-night drunk fest resulted in twins. There was no way I could raise twins on my own, so I didn’t give him a choice—he was going to take responsibility and be a father to the children his drunken little sperms created, whether he liked it or not. The last thing I wanted was to fall in love with him. But it happened and freaked me out. We were two broken people who didn’t want kids, trying to prepare for what was to come: a whole lot of baby drama. Charlie Marley Monroe was beautiful, and I couldn’t resist her craziness. I should have because then I wouldn’t be in my predicament. After one drunken night together, she became pregnant—pregnant with twins. I’d made a future for myself by starting Stone Game Ventures and becoming the billionaire I was—a happy bachelor, casually dating women with no strings or expectations. A commitment to someone was never my thing, and I ensured it would never happen. Then Marley forced her way into my life and my penthouse. The next thing I knew, I was meeting her dysfunctional parents and having to play the happy role of the expectant father. Despite her craziness, our fears of having children, and our living situation, I couldn’t help but fall in love with her. She was the one woman in the world I let my guard down for, and my overprotective instincts kicked in. The fear of losing someone I loved held its power over me since my parents tragically passed away. It wasn’t just Marley I fell in love with. It was also my two children she carried inside her, and I would stop at nothing to make sure they were always safe, whether Marley liked it or not. 18+
Beauty and the Beach
Phoenix Park is the man I dream about...hitting with my car, that is. He's rich. He's attractive. He's the absolute worst. But after I fall prey to an internet scam and lose every last penny in my account (please don’t ask), it’s Phoenix who swoops in with an offer I can’t refuse. I’ll marry him for the summer so he can inherit the family company from his dying grandmother, and in return, he’ll drop a hefty sum of money into my bank account. Buy me a pair of sweatpants with GOLD DIGGER across the butt, because I’m just desperate enough to agree. Our arrangement is only supposed to be for a few months, until Phoenix’s poor grandmother passes. I can pretend for that long. I can stop insulting him long enough to force a few smiles and some lovey-dovey glances. But with every touch we share, with every kiss we fake, I find the walls around my heart beginning to crack--letting in feelings I'm not prepared for. And when Phoenix’s grandmother makes a miraculous recovery, leaving us stuck indefinitely in this charade of holy matrimony? That’s when I know I’m really in trouble. . . . This book is part of the Falling for Summer series, seven interconnected standalones by seven amazing authors: Summer Ever After by Kortney Keisel Beachy Keen by Kasey Stockton Plotting Summer by Jess Heileman Summer Tease by Martha Keyes Beauty and the Beach by Gracie Ruth Mitchell One Happy Summer by Becky Monson Rebel Summer by Cindy Steel Come visit Sunset Harbor Island today!
Crazy Love
⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ " Nicola Marsh has done it again...Crazy Love is a fun, sexy romp that I couldn't put down! You don't want to miss it!" New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Probst ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ "Nicola Marsh seriously knows how to write a romantic comedy! Like with all Marsh novels, this one reads just like a movie. Definitely check it out!" I'm a Book Shark ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ "I really really love Nicola's writing - her pace, characters and style are always a hit for me! This book delivers great pace, interesting characters and good story." Passionate Book Divas ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ " A wonderful heart-warming and sexy contemporary romance by Nicola Marsh I just LOVED!" Ex-Libris ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐ "I love this book, I couldn't put it down, I had to read it in one sitting! This author is becoming the number one Aussie author for me in terms of contemporary and category romance." Confessions from Romaholics All's fair in love...and matchmaking! Sierra Kent doesn't do love. While she embraces the quaintness of her home town Love and delights in matchmaking her clients through her dating app Love Byte, she doesn't trust her intuition when it comes to the one emotion that repeatedly lets her down. City-slick Marc Fairley, CEO of LA's premier acquisition company, doesn't have time for Love. From the moment he enters the kitschy town he can't wait to leave. Instead, he gets roped into Love Fest, investigates the shady farmer his mom is engaged to, berates his butler for a mad crush on a brash Aussie waitress, and finds himself falling for a brazen redhead who continually baits him. His life couldn't get any crazier. Until he discovers that exacting revenge on his father and achieving his lifelong goals may lose him the one thing he values most... Can Sierra and Marc create enough sparks to send Love up in flames? And prove that winning isn't everything in the love stakes, it's how you play the game. An ARRA (Australian Romance Readers Association) award finalist! If you enjoy small town enemies to lovers romance, grumpy sunshine romance, vacation romance novels, humorous romance and romantic comedy enemies to lovers novels, CRAZY LOVE is for you! READ IT NOW!
Death by Potato Salad
Revenge is a tator tot hotdish best served cold. In this Murder-by-the-Minute mystery, Mrs. Berns is roped into attending the All Church Retreat in Bemidji, Minnesota. The three-to-one female to male ratio has her down, but her weekend grows a silver lining when she’s called on to solve a killing committed with the unlikeliest murder weapon. SHORT STORY (3300 words). ⭐ "Get started on this Lefty-nominated series if you've previously missed it!" ―Library Journal (starred review) ⭐ Jess Lourey named to Book Riot's "10 Funny Mystery Authors Like Janet Evanovich" list!
Death by Potato Salad
Revenge is a tator tot hotdish best served cold. In this Murder-by-the-Minute mystery, Mrs. Berns is roped into attending the All Church Retreat in Bemidji, Minnesota. The three-to-one female to male ratio has her down, but her weekend grows a silver lining when she’s called on to solve a killing committed with the unlikeliest murder weapon. SHORT STORY (3300 words). ⭐ "Get started on this Lefty-nominated series if you've previously missed it!" ―Library Journal (starred review) ⭐ Jess Lourey named to Book Riot's "10 Funny Mystery Authors Like Janet Evanovich" list!
Did Not Finish
Stranded…with my nemesis! AXEL : It’s bad enough an unseasonal blizzard means I’m stuck with my PA’s annoying cat, but to make matters worse, Mia Samson and her poison pen are in my house too. The renowned reviewer has tanked books with her dreaded DNF and I need to teach her a lesson. But my enemy is not what I expect and if I’m not careful, I’m in danger of revealing my secret to the one person who can use it against me. MIA : I know people in publishing call me the career-wrecker behind my back. What they don’t know is, I’m writing a novel, and when I’m lucky enough to win a week-long retreat with bestselling Axel Low in quaint Sugar Plain, Nebraska, I’m thrilled. Until I discover being snowed in with the reclusive grump is merely the first trope my life has turned into, and soon I’m sorely tempted to enact enemies to lovers… Which one of us will lose the plot first?
Mr. Break Your Headboard
Ryder Monroe has the nickname Mr. Break Your Headboard. He’s not proud of it, but he earned it just the same. All he ever wanted was Emily West. She was meant to be his from the time they were in the second grade. Having her in his arms made him feel like a king. Sadly, Emily didn’t feel the same. She dumped him and never looked back. Ryder moved on, making a life for himself away from the horse ranches that dotted the Wyoming landscape. He worked hard to get Emily out of his head, but he never found a woman he wanted to claim as his own. Cue, Tillie Carter—Emily’s best friend. Ryder wants her more than anything or anyone in his life. Tillie thinks Ryder is a player and is as disgusting as his nickname makes him sound. He should leave her alone. He can’t. He’s ready to prove he may break her headboard, but he will never break her heart. You met Ryder in A Hard Time and now you can read his story in this Lucas Brothers spin-off filled with laughs and faces new and old plus a stray chicken and cow from time to time.
Murder Begins at Home
Gertie Johnson has her hands full with her wily ninety-two-year-old mother-in-law, who is writing a secret guide to controlling husbands and using local stories as examples. When an old-timer goes missing and winds up right next to a dead body with the murder weapon clutched in his fist, The Trouble Busters spring into action. Before this investigation is over, Gertie will have a few behind-the-scenes relationship stories of her own. She doesn’t know it yet, but living to tell them is going to be the tricky part. PRAISE FOR THE SERIES: "(A) delight to read. In addition to the engaging mystery, it's a wonderful story of the love of family and friends." ~ Hidden Staircase Mystery Books "Deb Baker has perfectly captured the spirit and lifestyle of those who dwell above The Bridge." ~ Traverse City Record-Eagle "If you're looking for a chuckle-filled read, visit Stonely at every opportunity. Suddenly, your own crazy relatives won't seem so bad!" ~ Mysterical-E "One of the most memorable heroines in recent crime fiction." ~ Lansing State Journal "Take a wild ride through the North Woods with Deb Baker's latest Yooper Mystery. Murder Talks Turkey is a laugh out loud, action-packed romp with some of the zaniest mystery investigators ever. Armed with walkie-talkies, stun gun, and Wonderbras, Gertie Johnson and friends hunt for the killer--and create more trouble than they started out with. It's a hoot and a half." ~ Maggie Sefton, author of A Killer Stitch "The heart of Murder Talks Turkey is Gertie. If she lived in the south rather than the far north, we'd call her a 'steel magnolia.' When she is on the lam, Gertie does it in a style not before seen in crime fiction.” ~ Cozy Library "[A] hilarious light-hearted mystery." -- Book Lover Blog
Murder Begins at Home
Gertie Johnson has her hands full with her wily ninety-two-year-old mother-in-law, who is writing a secret guide to controlling husbands and using local stories as examples. When an old-timer goes missing and winds up right next to a dead body with the murder weapon clutched in his fist, The Trouble Busters spring into action. Before this investigation is over, Gertie will have a few behind-the-scenes relationship stories of her own. She doesn’t know it yet, but living to tell them is going to be the tricky part. PRAISE FOR THE SERIES: "(A) delight to read. In addition to the engaging mystery, it's a wonderful story of the love of family and friends." ~ Hidden Staircase Mystery Books "Deb Baker has perfectly captured the spirit and lifestyle of those who dwell above The Bridge." ~ Traverse City Record-Eagle "If you're looking for a chuckle-filled read, visit Stonely at every opportunity. Suddenly, your own crazy relatives won't seem so bad!" ~ Mysterical-E "One of the most memorable heroines in recent crime fiction." ~ Lansing State Journal "Take a wild ride through the North Woods with Deb Baker's latest Yooper Mystery. Murder Talks Turkey is a laugh out loud, action-packed romp with some of the zaniest mystery investigators ever. Armed with walkie-talkies, stun gun, and Wonderbras, Gertie Johnson and friends hunt for the killer--and create more trouble than they started out with. It's a hoot and a half." ~ Maggie Sefton, author of A Killer Stitch "The heart of Murder Talks Turkey is Gertie. If she lived in the south rather than the far north, we'd call her a 'steel magnolia.' When she is on the lam, Gertie does it in a style not before seen in crime fiction.” ~ Cozy Library "[A] hilarious light-hearted mystery." -- Book Lover Blog
Not My Boss
Okay, so putting superglue on all of Randy’s pens wasn’t my best idea, but when your control-freak husband makes you his executive assistant to avoid signing divorce papers, a girl’s gotta get creative. Randy Butts thinks he’s so clever with his little scheme. What he doesn’t know? I’m about to turn his perfectly organized office into my personal playground. This gorgeous, infuriating man has rules for everything—from my bathroom breaks to how I stack papers—so naturally, I’m going to break every single one. Glitter bombs in his mail? Check. Fart spray booby traps? Double check. Anonymous love notes to make him think he has secret admirers? Oh, honey, I’m just getting started. The only problem is Felicia from HR, who’s watching my every move with her little black book of violations. Apparently, “creative workplace expression” isn’t a thing, and she’s determined to write me up for everything from “inappropriate giggling” to “assault by vomit.” But here’s what nobody expects—Randy’s fighting back with pranks of his own, and suddenly I’m not sure who’s the mastermind here. Between dodging HR investigations, planning charity events with adorable senior citizens, and watching our prize-winning Yorkie Petey strut his stuff in drag at a high-stakes dog fashion show... Things get complicated when Randy’s promotion depends on me playing nice, uh oh! My schemes blow up, and I, Dixie Wise Butts , may have just sabotaged my husband’s career. Will I lose the job I never wanted? Or worse—get the divorce I’m not sure I want anymore? ~ ~ ~ Features: Marriage in crisis • Workplace enemies-to-lovers • Office prank wars • Meddling HR manager • Strong heroine • Overprotective alpha hero • Senior citizen shenanigans • Dog show hijinks • Witty banter • HEA guaranteed ~~~ Not Mine, a closed-door romantic comedy series where love sneaks in between the laughs. Not My Dog Walker - April ruined Jex’s music career once. Now he’s back with a stolen dog, revenge plans, and abs that make forgiveness surprisingly negotiable. Not My Boss - Can office pranks, HR violations, and a doggy fashion show get Dixie the divorce she thinks she wants? Not My Barista - Will an AI billionaire disguised as a barista steal the words of love from Gina’s heart? Not My Bridegroom - When vlogger Anita’s tech CEO fiancé suggests hiring a stand-in for their wedding publicity, she turns to her ex-boyfriend, an ex-soap opera actor. Not My Prince - When a runaway prince meets a free-spirited guitarist who can't commit to a career, they find love over broken furniture and a garden puppy—if his royal ex doesn't ruin everything. Not My Sasquatch - Conspiracy podcaster hunts Bigfoot, finds love with grumpy guide Carter instead. When she uncovers Cold War secrets, Wanda must choose between love or exposing a truth the world isn’t ready for.
Not My Dog Walker:
[Original Edition] April Fu fumes when she finds a stolen dog in her apartment. What trouble has her best friend’s brother gotten into now? Dog walker Jex Wise has nowhere to turn. His sister is going through a messy divorce and wants to hide her soon-to-be ex’s pampered prizewinning Yorkshire terrier. Complications ensue when April and Jex go on an April Fool’s date pretending to be lovers. They win a stinky taco contest and the dog’s owner recognizes Jex as his dog walker—not April’s. Will April’s heart survive when she suspects Jex’s prank is one big April Fool’s joke? ~~~ Not Mine, a closed-door romantic comedy series where love sneaks in between the laughs. Not My Dog Walker - When April Fu finds a dog in her apartment the day before April Fool’s, she’s not laughing. Not My Boss - Can office pranks, HR violations, and a doggy fashion show get Dixie the divorce she thinks she wants? Not My Barista - Will an AI billionaire disguised as a barista steal the words of love from Gina’s heart? Not My Bridegroom - When vlogger Anita’s tech CEO fiancé suggests hiring a stand-in for their wedding publicity, she turns to her ex-boyfriend, an ex-soap opera actor. Not My Prince - When a runaway prince meets a free-spirited guitarist who can't commit to a career, they find love over broken furniture and a garden puppy—if his royal ex doesn't ruin everything. Not My Sasquatch - Conspiracy podcaster hunts Bigfoot, finds love with grumpy guide Carter instead. When she uncovers Cold War secrets, Wanda must choose between love or exposing a truth the world isn’t ready for.