Single Short Stories

A workaholic perfectionist, a grumpy single-dad, and a rundown old inn. . . I had a plan: meet a good guy, get married, have a house full of kids, and live happily ever after. But life had other ideas. At thirty-five, I was newly single and childless with a biological clock ready to explode. My perfectly planned life was not so perfect. After a surprise inheritance of an old bed and breakfast, I threw caution to the wind and flew across the country to DIY the property. How hard could it be? I was wrong. It was really difficult. Not even someone with my work ethic could’ve fixed it alone. ...

Concrete Roses – A Powerful Story of Love, Redemption, and Second Chances 💎 He’s fighting for a new life. She’s sworn off love. But some battles are worth the risk. 💎 After spending years behind bars, Tyrell Johnson is determined to turn his life around. He’s staying clean, keeping his head down, and trying to rebuild the relationships he lost—including the one with his children. But the streets of Dallas aren’t quick to forget, and neither are the people from his past. Enter Evelyn Serrano, a sharp-minded, no-nonsense retired detective who’s seen too many men like Ty ...

Just $0.99 for a limited time! LEXI I know I shouldn't, but I can't help myself. I didn't know Everett was going to offer me a job as his nanny. Living in his house, taking care of his little boy... Can I do it? I need the money to finish college, but the temptation may be too much for me. The way he stares at me burns holes right through me. But he's so stern, so right and proper... there's no way he would ever want someone like me. EVERETT Something comes over me when I'm around her. I need to protect her, to shelter her, and ultimately... I must possess her. It must be wrong to want ...

'A fantastic writer.' Donald Ray Pollock 'Nigel Bird is fast becoming one of the top writers in his genre.' Luca Veste DIRTY OLD TOWN is the debut collection from the prize-winning writer Nigel Bird. His brilliantly observed slices of life allow us to visit places we may not normally choose to enter and to walk a few miles in the shoes of others. Though his tales have darkness at their core, they are also full of a heart and spirit that one rarely finds in the world or ‘noir’ or ‘crime-writing’. There are 9 stories here: Drinking Wine (Spo-Dee-Oh-Dee); Dirty Old Town; Sea Minor; ...

Let the boys from All the Single Dads warm up your nights. These single dad hotties are fiercely protective and will do anything for the ones they love. The series features grumpy single dads, secret billionaires, shy neighbors, and men turned obsessive by the curvy heroines who capture their hearts. Each book in the series is a standalone but best enjoyed together. And look out for your favorite characters from Maple Springs popping in for cameo appearances. No cliff-hangers and always with a happily ever after. Anton He’s a single father obsessed with the babysitter. But is she ready to...

Life is hard enough for a teenage girl in 1950s suburbia without having a mother who may—or may not—be a witch. A single mother at that. Sure, she fits in with her starched dresses, string of pearls, and floral aprons. Then there are the hushed and mystical consultations with neighborhood women in distress. The unsavory, mysterious plants in the flower beds. The divined warning to steer clear of a boyfriend whose fate is certainly doomed.

A Bundle Of Flirts! is 3 short story collections in one box set to save you a few bucks. At 8,000-12,000 words each, they’re the perfect length for your lunch break. You get all the stories from Holiday Flirts!, Wedding Flirts!, and More Flirts!, including: Holiday Flirts! Get in the holiday spirit with these funny, sweet romantic short stories. “Spooked by Love” After divorcing her husband, Marnie’s afraid to trust her heart again. Is anything scarier than giving romance a second chance? “Holiday Rush” A Black Friday shopping-trip-gone-wrong loses Lindy her job, her guy, and ...

She knew it was wrong, yet she couldn’t stop herself. Falling for him was never in her plans… Gabi has had a crush on Max for years, but she never thought she’d act on it. Not until the night of her college graduation party, when the stars aligned just right. She was shocked she did what she did, especially since he was a completely wrong guy for her. Plus, she was sure Max would never look at her the same way she saw him. Why would a hottie like him give her a second thought? When Gabi made her move, Max was shocked. But try as he might, he couldn’t get her out of his head. That ...

He makes her a promise and betrays his own heart… Angela I left home in a hurry to escape my handsy stepdad. Now I’m living rough trying to save enough money for accommodation. Until the hot single dad I’ve been lusting after finds me sleeping in my car. He takes me into his home, giving me shelter and a safe place to stay. But it’s not just a home. This place is a mansion, and my savior turns out to be the kindest, most generous man I’ve ever met. Oh yeah, and he’s some kind of secret billionaire. But I’m a homeless, hot mess. What would he want with me? Xavier When I find ...

At the age of 13, Charlie Quinn's childhood came to an abrupt and devastating end. Two men, with a grudge against her lawyer father, broke into Charlie's home - and after that shocking night, her world was never the same. Now a lawyer herself, Charlie has made it her mission to defend those with no one else to turn to.

She needs order in her life and he’s an unpredictable single dad hottie who turns her world upside down... Aria I need routine in my life. Not the wild and unpredictable neighbor who can't even keep his lawn trimmed. We shared a kiss one wild night, and then he left. Now he’s back, and my body is going into overdrive. He makes my skin heat and my pulse flutter. I’m in danger of losing control, and that scares me. I need control over my life; I need order. And that means banishing my wild neighbor for good. Levi My uptight neighbor with the pouty lips and curvy hips… She’s nervous ...

Five haunting tales from Benedict Ashforth, the best-selling author of Abbot's Keep.

She’s a hot mess; he’s a billionaire in need of a nanny… Kali I’m working in yet another dead-end job when Mr. Handsome himself offers me a position as his live-in nanny. His mansion is luxurious and elegant, and I’m way out of my comfort zone. He only has one rule: Don’t make a sound. Which is kind of hard for a girl who loves to sing. And when he takes that rule into the bedroom, it might just be my undoing. Jaxon My son is the most important thing in my life, and he needs a nanny. When I spontaneously employ the deliciously curvy Kali, I don’t expect to be as captivated by ...

The last person she should have a crush on is her new student’s father! Erin When I meet the new student in my third grade class I can’t stop thinking about her handsome single dad. My mother tricks me into babysitting for her after school, but I know she’s really on a matchmaking quest. I’m going to resist her not-so-subtle efforts to get me married off, but resisting Adam is harder than I expected. Adam My daughter and I moved to the small town of Cedar Creek to have a fresh start after a long and painful custody battle with my ex-wife. As a medical professional, I’m trained to ...

From the UK best-selling author of Abbot's Keep comes a new dimension in terror. Spanning four decades, the dark history of Church Farm House is explored within four interlinking horror stories. Welcome to the nightmare... Benedict Ashforth is the author of the UK best-selling Kindle ghost story, Abbot's Keep.

The perfect fling just got complicated… Jake I haven’t done relationships ever since my ex ran off and left me as a single parent. There’s only one thing I need from a woman, and when I meet the curvy Fiona, I know she’ll satisfy my needs. Only she gets under my skin. She makes me laugh and makes me remember what it feels like to love. But before I can tell her how I feel, she’s gone. I don’t have her number; I don’t even know her last name. Now I must hunt her down and claim her as my own. Fiona I came to the spa resort to relax, and if that means flirting with the hot guy ...

Danielle thinks of herself more as a Plain Jane than a woman a man would call pretty. A few days before Christmas she meets Michael, who not only calls her pretty, but makes her believe it. Michael struggles for months to overcome his grief following the loss of his wife. When he and his young son meet Danielle, he wonders if maybe it's finally time to open their hearts to someone new.

This obsessed single dad will stop at nothing to claim the woman he loves. Olive I’m going for the daycare director position. So, I definitely should not get involved with the hot single dad who’s been pursuing me relentlessly. Unless we do it secretly. That’s the thing about doing something you shouldn’t, it always feels so darn good. But if anyone found out… My career would be over. Brock When you’re left with baby twins to raise on your own, there’s not a lot of time for romance. At least that’s what I’ve told myself for the last four years. But their sweet and perky ...

A beautiful young girl was walking down the street - when suddenly …Julia Carroll knows that too many stories start that way. A beautiful and intelligent nineteen-year-old college freshman, she should be carefree. But instead she is frightened - because girls are disappearing without a trace. Fellow student Beatrice Oliver and a homeless woman called Mona-No-Name are missing, both gone after being snatched off the street. Julia is determined to discover the reason behind their disappearances - before she's next.

By all accounts, Lucy’s handled her divorce well. She’s finally in the cozy, plant-filled house of her dreams. And although she doesn’t fit in with the other divorcées—all busy looking for their next ex—she’s excited to get down to earth and savor the small joys of life. When Lucy meets Elle, a hip younger woman who shares her same passions, their connection is instant. Taking a chance on kismet, Lucy forges a friendship that fills her days with meaning. She and Elle are inseparable, from sunup to sundown, enjoying the immediate ease and familiarity of each other’s company.