Emotional First

A steamy M/M hookup becomes something deeper in this sweet-and-spicy, emotionally charged short read from the Private Encounters: Public Connections series. Francis is done with one-sided love stories. Tired of chasing unavailable men, he turns to a dating app on a whim—just to see what’s out there. Enter Orion: sexy, sincere, and unexpectedly bold. Their chemistry ignites instantly, both over text and across the table on their first real-world date. But when a toxic ex from Francis’s past crashes the evening, things take a sharp turn. Orion doesn’t back down—instead, he steps in ...

Teacher Callie Alberts has built a good life for herself in Harmony, Idaho. She was happy and content until the day she learned her former boyfriend, Dr. Eli Webster, was moving back to town. A past betrayal looms large and Callie is determined to keep her distance from the handsome doctor. That proves impossible when Eli moves into the cottage right next door! When a baby is left on his doorstep with a note pinned to the blanket indicating he’s the father, Eli asks her to watch the child while he tracks down the mother. It’s not only the neighborly thing to do, Callie desperately ...

He promised to teach her how to save lives. Instead, he taught her how to beg. Lila Wren is a nursing major on the verge of failing. Her confidence is shattered after a humiliating incident in clinicals, a weakness her brilliant, cruel stepbrother is all too happy to exploit across campus. She’s become a walking cautionary tale. Rowan Holt, a med student who despises weakness, sees Lila as a pathetic project. Forced to share a townhouse, he makes her a twisted offer. He'll tutor her, forging her into the perfect nurse, but only if she submits to his sadistic BDSM games during their study ...

She walked into his tattoo shop for a lasting mark on her skin. She never expected him to mark her heart. All Abigail Moore wants for Christmas is a fresh start—and a tattoo to prove she’s finally stepping out of her shell. So she walks into Hunter Shaw’s shop and gives him a challenge: ink whatever he wants on her skin. His first instinct? Turn her away. Hunter believes tattoos should have meaning, and the quiet and mousy Abby doesn’t strike him as the type to get inked on a whim. But if she’s determined to do this, then he’s going to be the one to do it and make sure it’s ...

He'll do whatever necessary to keep her safe... Christian music star Sara Michaels has a stalker. And a secret. When her management team hires Crow Tucci to be her bodyguard, Sara knows the bad guy isn’t the only one who has to watch out. Rugged brutes aren’t usually the type of men she goes for, but Crow hits all her buttons. He’s tall, dark and utterly delectable. Crow carries with him an air of danger, as disturbing as it is exciting. He’s with her 24/7, following her everywhere—including to church, a place he never thought he’d go again. As the two fight their growing ...

The Pause Before the Text: Nervous Men, Honest Dating By Logan Carr Book 3 in The Steady Strength Library Dating doesn’t have to feel like a performance. Especially if you’re a quiet guy who leads with care. This book is for men who overthink their texts, replay conversations on a loop, and want real connection without pretending to be someone they’re not. Whether you’re dating after divorce, heartbreak, or a long relationship—you’ll find steady guidance here. With practical tools, real scripts, and gentle pacing strategies, The Pause Before the Text shows that vulnerability ...

Navigating motherhood can be overwhelming, but "Postpartum for New Moms" is here to guide you through every step of your journey. This ultimate postpartum book for mom covers everything from recovery tips to managing postpartum anxiety and depression. Discover practical advice on breastfeeding, sleep strategies, and long-term health while embracing the joys and challenges of motherhood with a touch of humor and wisdom.

His obsession was her ruin. Her submission was his. Nora Blake’s future is built on a foundation of scientific ambition. As a dedicated environmental science major, her path is clear, her goals meticulously planned. Nothing can stand in her way. Nothing except him. Her new stepbrother, Silas Ford, is a campus god and a cruel track star who delights in her misery. When he begins to systematically sabotage her academic presentations, Nora is pushed to the breaking point. Forced to share a dorm suite, his torment escalates into a dark, intimate warfare. He offers her a deal she cannot refuse...

When Asa and Ezmita cross paths that night, neither of them is in the mood to socialize. But they also feel this undeniable chemistry, one that gives them each hope that better days lie ahead. Then Asa is sent away to live with his grandmother for four months, only to return to Lawton and find out Ezmita has moved on. Still, the sparks between Asa and Ezmita linger. Neither of them has forgotten the way they felt seen by the other at their lowest points.

Mixing things up could make her Thanksgiving wonderful! Nurse Grace Comstock needed a date for Thanksgiving STAT. She never expected Dr. Nick Tucci, who volunteered at the free clinic where she worked, to offer to escort her. At the feast Nick convinced her family that he was her adoring boyfriend. Even Grace found herself falling under the handsome doctor’s spell. She soon finds herself wishing their pretend relationship might blossom into true love. Though Nick has fallen hard for Grace and wants her in his life for good, she’s reluctant to open her heart to him. The handsome doctor ...

Pete gets a case of the hiccups, and he doesn't know what to do! He decides to ask his wisest friends for help, like Grumpy Toad, Callie, and Bob. But Pete is still stuck with the hiccups! Will Pete the kitty ever get rid of his terrible hiccups?

Eighteen years ago, teenage Amy fled England, pregnant and heartbroken, to start over in New Zealand with her parents. Now Chris, the love she left behind, has walked into her beloved café by the beach and thrown her life into turmoil. As far as Amy’s concerned, Chris chose to ignore the child she was carrying when they last met. She brought up their daughter alone and created a happy home for them both on the other side of the world. But with Chris suddenly back in her life, she can no longer ignore the past and begins to wonder what really happened all those years ago.

A newborn does not speak with words. They speak in cries, in silence, in the way their hands clench or eyes turn. Cradle Confidence helps you learn that language. This book is for new parents—tired, unsure, and deeply in love. It shows you how to read your baby’s cues, create routines that work, and respond with calm instead of panic. You’ll find real stories, honest truths, and clear steps to help you care for your child with confidence. Learn how to: Understand what your baby is trying to tell you Build a rhythm of feeding, sleep, and comfort without rigid rules Prepare for ...

I can’t hear myself think. Loud noises were coming from next door. What the hell is that noise? My new neighbor, that’s what! I storm out of my office and bang on the door. The door swings open, “Well, hello, Beautiful! How can I make you mine?” he says. With an eye roll and frustration, I complain about the noise. He hands me some noise-cancelling headphones. What about my client?! He hands me another set of noise-cancelling headphones. "How am I supposed to hear her?" “Oh. Not sure.” He says. “With your ears, maybe?” His eyes watch mine; they twinkle with mischievousness I...

I always knew getting too close to Lucas Devereux was a risk I couldn't afford—until his family's secrets ensnared me beyond escape. For years, I maintained my distance, convinced it was the smart choice. Lucas was the embodiment of temptation: charming, wealthy, and completely off-limits. Our chemistry simmered beneath the surface, but my priorities were clear: a niece to care for, a career to nurture, and no room for dangerous liaisons—especially not with a Devereux, a name shrouded in scandal I wanted no part of. But then, everything shifted. A hidden vault. Priceless stolen art. A ...

Annie Mathers is America’s sweetheart and heir to a country music legacy full of all the things her gran warned her about. Superstar Clay Coolidge is most definitely going to end up one of those things. But unfortunately for Clay, if he can’t convince Annie to join his summer tour, his music label is going to drop him. Swayed by Clay’s undeniable charm and good looks, Annie and her band agree to join the tour. From the start, fans want them to be more than just tour mates, and Annie and Clay can’t help but wonder if the fans are right.

A bargain that can save a soul and change a destiny. Chance I’m a fire demon of Abaddon, and honestly, my life is good. I’ve been blessed with good looks, a rewarding job and plenty of ways to satisfy my various hungers. Leading the Last Chance demons in our efforts to reform human souls keeps me busy and entertained. I just never expected my job to offer me anything like perfect lust or eternal love. The day I targeted Josh on a snowy mountain, I knew everything was going to change. He awoke a hunger in me that only he could satisfy. But how could I get him to overcome his fear and ...

In Pete the Cat and the Lost Tooth, the tooth fairy asks Pete for some help. But it’s not easy being the tooth fairy for Pete when a tooth goes missing - will he be able to find the lost tooth before it’s too late?

Memory Signal By Caleb James In the frozen ruins of the last lighthouse on Earth, one man discovers a signal that doesn’t speak in words—it speaks in memories. Silas Ward is the final keeper of Nordhavn Light, a forgotten outpost on the edge of the world. Isolated for over a thousand days after the Collapse, he endures storms, silence, and the haunting lullaby of a daughter lost. But when a mysterious aurora begins pulsing in harmony with an old reel-to-reel recorder, Silas realizes he’s not alone. The signal is alive—and it remembers. Joined by Rhea Ainsley, a crash-landed stranger...

His obsession was her ruin. Her submission was his. Nora Blake’s future is built on a foundation of scientific ambition. As a dedicated environmental science major, her path is clear, her goals meticulously planned. Nothing can stand in her way. Nothing except him. Her new stepbrother, Silas Ford, is a campus god and a cruel track star who delights in her misery. When he begins to systematically sabotage her academic presentations, Nora is pushed to the breaking point. Forced to share a dorm suite, his torment escalates into a dark, intimate warfare. He offers her a deal she cannot refuse...