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Breaking the rules never felt so right.. Jake Williams was my first crush. My best friend’s older brother. The man I could never have. Now he’s my patient. My first NHL assignment. And my greatest temptation. My first day on the job is a total disaster. I walk in on him fresh out of the shower, water dripping down every chiseled muscle. And trust me, his “hockey stick” is as impressive as the rumors say. Jake is all hard muscle and cocky charm, with a bad attitude that makes me want to slap him—and a smile that makes me want to kiss him. His touch lingers too long during therapy ...

When a down-on-his-luck engineer ends up coming into possession of a rundown suit of power-armor, he sees an opportunity to make some quick cash by selling it off to the nearest supervillain. Unfortunately for him, what should have been a quick and easy sale to pay off his debts quickly grows into an ongoing series of events that serve only to drag him deeper and deeper into the criminal underbelly of the city he calls home.

When the snow falls, sparks fly.. Sharing a house with Eric “Gator” Warren wasn’t on my Christmas list. Thanks to a last-minute mix-up, I’m stuck with the grumpy, gorgeous hockey star as my new roommate. He’s impossible to ignore Especially when he walks around shirtless, his towel slung low on his hips And he smirks at me like he knows exactly what I’m thinking. I’m determined to keep my distance, but when a PR disaster forces us into a fake relationship, every stolen glance feels like a dare, and every kiss sets my body on fire. Suddenly, pretending feels way too real, and ...

One night. No names. No strings. That was the deal when I let a sexy stranger wreck me in a Denver hotel room. But fate had other plans. Because that man? He just became my brother’s new hockey coach. Grant Maddox is all broad shoulders, growly control, and silver-fox heat. He’s too old for me. Too grumpy. And way too tempting. We said it was just one night, but every look feels like foreplay. Every touch lights me on fire. And walking away? Not happening. We’re crossing lines, chasing highs, and falling harder than either of us planned. I should have known better. But the way he says...

Maybe some mistakes are worth fixing. EMMA: Ever been ghosted by a hot hockey player who happens to be your brother's best friend? Unfortunately, I have. Five years. That's how long it's taken me to get over one perfect night. Long enough to convince myself I'm fine. Then Nate Winters limps into my world like he owns the place. Career-ending knee injury. Twelve weeks of recovery. And I'm the lucky physical therapist who gets to put my hands on him three times a week. Professional. Clinical. Like I don't remember exactly what those muscles feel like. He doesn't even recognize me at first. ...

Following a summer writing competition, we have nine short stories about Christmas: ~The owner of an old inn find treasures that hint towards the building's past~ ~Charlie visits a friend, Star, and her family and friends for Yule~ ~Two strangers meet at a train station and learn about each other's lives~ ~A teenager experiences two quite different Christmases following the separation of her parents~ ~A struggling author tries to clear her writer's block to enter a writing competition~ ~Someone receives an unwanted gift~ ~A small community helps out someone who is down on their luck~ ~a ...

The brooding hockey captain is hot enough to melt ice—and he’s my new roommate…I’m living with my hockey player brother and his best friend, Jack Ford, the grumpy but insanely hot NHL star. When I meet him for the first time, he’s wearing nothing but a towel, and my knees nearly buckle. My usual down-to-earth mind immediately sprints to the gutter. Oh, the pucking we could do! Jack and I start to fake date to boost his image and stir some media buzz. But there’s nothing fake about our spark Or what we do on the kitchen counter… and table… and bed… I quickly turn from giddy...

Love isn't always scripted… When Alexis, a resilient librarian and single mother of three, impulsively buys coffee for a handsome stranger, she has no idea that her simple act of kindness will turn her world upside down. Jake, a charismatic actor hiding under the guise of an average Joe for his latest reality show, is captivated by Alexis’s generosity and the vibrant chaos of her life. As he navigates his secret identity, he can't help but be drawn to the warmth and resilience of this curvy, courageous woman. Their connection heats up in the quiet corners of her beloved library. Amidst ...

You wanted the jolly fat man to bring Yuletide joy, but the season has gifted you with a heart breaker and a life taker—Badass Santa. Grab your eggnog and camouflage candy canes, strap on your bulletproof holiday stockings, and prepare for thrills and kills.

“Please don’t leave me, I’m so sorry. Please, you can’t leave. We’re getting married. Things will be different I promise. I messed up I know, but please let me fix this. Give me one more chance.” Sobs wracked his body as it shook against my own. My hand rested over his at my waist. I leaned my head forward to move it out of reach of his lips.

A real-life happily-ever-after wasn’t part of the deal… I never expected a plot twist like Alex Mitchell—the gorgeous billionaire hockey team owner who gets his thriller fix at my bookshop. He’s never been more than a stoic customer I’m casually crushing on—even if I’ve hoped he’s behind the love notes someone has been leaving in my shop. But when my brother’s debts land me in trouble, Alex comes to my rescue with a kiss that sends a message: I belong to him, and I’m off-limits. In return, I agree to be his fake fiancée to help him secure a business deal. The line ...

When a freak snowstorm leaves me grounded at the airport on Christmas Eve with my arrogant ex-boss Derek, it feels like a cruel joke. Years after he callously fired me, he's still infuriatingly handsome. Trapped together, our simmering tension quickly erupts into fiery clashes. And then… an extremely hot hook-up. As travel chaos continues, a hotel room isn’t the only thing we share. I catch glimpses of Derek's caring side beneath the bosshole façade. And it melts my heart. Being stranded together was bad enough, But throw the best sex of my life into the mix And things get complicated....

Apparently, time heals all wounds. Whoever came up with that saying obviously didn't go to school with Lukas Ford. After I made a stupid schoolboy error, Lukas Ford made it his mission to make me wish that I was never born. How can the one person who makes my life a daily living hell be the same person I can't stop wanting? I want to regret the day I first laid eyes on Lukas. I just need to bide my time and get the hell out of this high school.

She wants the scoop on his scandal. But his shady past comes back and threatens their safety. Their careers, hearts and lives are on the line. Alissa Tuttle feeds on the thrill of uncovering celebrity secrets. When the spotlight lands on baseball bad boy Mick Tuttle, she's on it like a curveball. Little does she know, there's more to Mick than meets the eye and her world unravels.

"Sex in the City" is a new series from Xcite Books that features erotic stories that all have a city-based theme. Including stories by Orange and Booker nominees not always known for erotic writing, these books represent the very best of erotic literature.

What if I told you that you could break down all of the complexities of your relationships into four make-or-break pillars? Even the strongest relationships require constant care and attention. Those that are successful in love are not like this by accident. It is because of the important steps they take each day to help their relationship flourish and grow. Whether you are a married couple of many years or a couple who have just started dating, the information shared in this book is crucial to help you navigate the potential challenges a relationship can present you with.

I used to think life was perfect until a broken heart changed everything. Growing up and moving on, I now own the top event-planning company in the Midwest. Suddenly tragedy strikes and I learn the hard way, you can’t run from the past. Even if that past has a body built like a god, mesmerizing green eyes, and a panty-melting smile. Asher Stoll had me once and ruined it. I refuse to make the same mistake twice.

No amount of success can chase away the past. Madison McKinley Life can be a real pain, especially when it comes to Jaxson Rivers. Growing up in Willowcreek, he was more than a friend; he was the unrequited crush that left my heart aching. But when he moved away after graduation, I finally let go of those childhood feelings. That is, until tragedy brings us back together, and suddenly Jaxson is noticing me in ways I never imagined. His charm and stunning looks reignite old desires, but with his career as a world-renowned chef taking off, and my own fears holding me back, the path to love is...

He’s the bossy director with eyes that strip me bare. My childhood crush and brother’s best friend is now my boss. To say he’s off-limits would be an understatement. From starving actress to lead in an exciting new film I just landed the role of a lifetime. But working with my brother's best friend is…complicated. At first he didn’t recognize me from childhood. But now that I’m all grown up, our on-set clashes make the sparks fly. I know this is asking for trouble, but when his hands touch the small of my back.. I melt. He knows how to get what he wants And always does. ...

No amount of success can chase away the past. Kylie Simmons When I was young, I had the biggest crush on my best friend’s older brother. But then he left, and I grew up, leaving town myself to pursue my artistic dreams. Thirteen years later, tragedy brings me back to Willowcreek, and back to Dante. He isn’t the boy I remember. This billionaire before me may be sexy as sin, but he is also cold hearted, closed off, and only focused on one thing…himself. I want nothing to do with the new Dante Lewis, but when he makes me an offer I can’t refuse, I find myself in a situation that brings...