Steamy Romance Fantasy

They say magic can fix anything, but can it heal a broken heart? Going from police recruit to unwelcome human newcomer at Elara Academy wasn’t part of my plan. Then there's Draven - fierce, gruff, and dominant, my professor and mentor. His protective, alpha-like presence leaves me dizzy, yet we clash with the intensity of fire and ice. Navigating disgruntled students, deadly academy politics and an ominous darkness, our growing connection defies all reason. A high-stakes magical tournament forces us to face our feelings and our enemies. The magnetic pull between us proves too strong, even...

Bestselling authors Candace Ayers and Kym Dillon bring you SHORT "lunchtime quickie" reads—condensed romances intended to be read in under 2 hours! Welcome to Mystic Hollow where wildest dreams (trust me, they do get wild) come true. I'm a simple bear with a simple wish—a Mrs. of my own. I’m not picky. Any woman will do. Or so I think—until I meet her. Louise is sassy, insulting, sarcastic, condescending, and not interested in marriage. (Or in me.) I should move on, right? Not so easy when I crave her with every fiber of my being. **This is a short, feel-good, instalove-inspired, ...

A kingdom torn apart. A power she can’t control. A love that will either save her… or ruin her. Kaelara Veylin never asked to be the last Flamebearer. Burdened by ancient magic, a fractured rebellion, and a prophecy that may destroy her, she is forced to rise—or watch Aeryndor crumble into ashes. Dark forces from the Iron Guard and the forbidden depths of the Shadowplane threaten to consume the realm. To survive, Kaelara must outmaneuver power-hungry nobles, unite feuding rulers, and embrace the deadly fire within her. And then there’s Evric. Reckless. Sharp-tongued. Unwaveringly ...

Bestselling author Candace Ayers brings you SHORT "lunchtime quickie" reads—condensed romances intended to be read in under 2 hours! Dragon scales and bridal veils—billionaire shifters find their fiery mates! A bespoke suit, impeccable table manners, and perpetual scowl. He insists on sitting in my section at the bistro where I waitress. But he’s the grumpiest man alive. He never cracks a smile. Imagine my surprise when we end up husband and wife! All I wanted was to make my grandfather's dying wish come true. Now I’m married to Mr. Grumpilicious. But as I say “I do,” I can't ...

Clay's deepest desire is to have a baby. The hyena omega was born to be a dad - and now that he's turning thirty, he plans to make that happen ASAP. No mate? No problem. He just needs an alpha to get him pregnant. He'll raise the cub on his own. The stern, powerful alpha of the pride has everything Clay wants in a sperm donor - but they also have a long-buried history Clay would rather forget. Will Clay ask Landon to get him pregnant, no strings attached? And if Landon accepts, will he end up wanting to keep his omega daddy - forever? (Omega Daddy is an M/M paranormal romance featuring ...

For debt-ridden Deana Herwood, losing a hand of cards to the wealthy Lord Rockwell was bad enough. To settler her loss, she must offer her body to him for one night of pleasure. When she expresses her reservations, he offers an even more outrageous proposition. Can she win the wager or will her body succumb to the wicked attentions of Lord Rockwell?

Everyone has a reason for joining the Moltov-Human mating system. Some do it for wealth, some do it for endless pleasure, but I just want to find a love that lasts forever. Over two centuries ago the Moltovs came to Earth. We thought it was an invasion, but they were a peaceful race. All they wanted were humans. There was a need inside of them that burned hot and deep, a fire that consumed their soul when they found their perfect match. On Earth, I've been ditched at the altar. Twice. All before I’m twenty-seven. But this time when my fiancé leaves me for a bridesmaid, I’m leaving, too...

I’m not insane The wedding had been beautiful. The honeymoon was meant to be better, but creatures told in stories and romanticized in movies stole what could have been from her. On their way to their BnB in the mountains, her husband gave his life so she could live. No one believed her and his parents blamed her for his death. Stuck in a psychiatric facility, Diane misses her husband’s funeral and her thirst for revenge multiplies. Now two years later, Diane has the proof she needed to prove werewolves existed. It was time to make sure that wouldn’t last long. Watching from the ...

When wildlife photographer Marlowe witnesses illegal poaching in Montana's backcountry, she doesn't expect to be rescued by six feet of brooding, protective park ranger. Cole Morrison is 36 to her 26, with gentle hands and an intensity that makes her breath catch every time he growls "mine." "You're under my protection now," he declares when armed poachers force them to shelter together at his remote station. "I don't lose anyone in my territory, especially not you." Marlowe came to Thunder Creek for portfolio shots. She never expected to find her future with a mountain man who sees her ...

Among the ashes, you can find an ember. After I lost Ara, it felt as if my world had been burned to ash. But among those ashes, I found an ember—myself. I'm now more determined than ever to end this war. I'm going to free Aranren from Death's cage and that will free us all. No more fighting. No more fearing for the lives of my friends and loved ones. Peace. It's the reward every warrior deserves. And I'm going to get it for all of Varr. All I need is one more lover to give me the strength to conquer Death. I've even chosen him. But Lord Vexen is true to his name and is being difficult. I ...

Shifters and humans cannot mingle. They certainly can’t fall in love. But what if the rules are broken? I’m a mere mortal. Just a human. There’s nothing special about me. Except I know the truth. Shifters do exist. When I witness a sleek black panther turn into the most stunning woman on the planet right before my eyes, I’m not afraid. I’m only amazed that she’s more beautiful than the cat. From that moment on, I’ll never want another woman. I’ll never be satisfied without her. But just when things start heating up between us, the world we live in starts to crumble. I’m ...

When night falls, passion rises... Ally Collins never expected a night out to end with fangs at her throat and fire in her veins. But one encounter with Luke, a vampire as dangerous as he is irresistible, changes everything. His touch ignites her body, his kiss awakens her soul, and his bite... his bite unleashes a power that will reshape their world. As Ally surrenders to the dark pleasure of Luke's embrace, she discovers a hunger that only he can satisfy. But their forbidden love comes at a price. Ancient prophecies, rival vampires, and the shadows of their own desires threaten to tear ...

It’s all fun and games until things get serious… then it’s game over. Basketball star Marcus Jennings scores just as easily off the court as on—until he meets Rashida Blanchard, a beautiful professional woman and single mother who refuses to put up with his nonsense. Can alpha-male Marcus afford to walk away from someone who sees his true potential better than he ever has? Marcus: I’m an All-Star forward for the legendary Los Angeles Lakers, and I live for the thrill of the game and of making opponents bend to my will. Sometimes that means basketball, sometimes it means women. The...

Blood and Blooms 🌹 A long time ago, in a village far outside of Charleston...Marigold Greene says: I’ve always known there was something unusual about me. The way plants seem to respond to my touch, the magic I can weave through their petals—it’s a secret I’ve kept hidden for as long as I can remember. But when an elegant invitation arrived, summoning me to Evermist Castle, my quiet life as a florist unraveled in ways I never expected. Dorian Sussex, the reclusive vampire nobleman who lives there, hired me to revive his hidden garden—a breathtaking sanctuary of rare, magical ...

Bound by their power, she builds her empire. Tessa Blake, a tenacious bricklayer, carves her mark on Boston’s skyline with unmatched artistry. Her ambition lands her the coveted contract for the Trident skyscraper, a project helmed by Minos Consolidated’s formidable trio—Jeshua, Tharne, and Zeb. These minotaur titans, cloaked in wealth and mystery, offer her a deal that transcends bricks: total surrender to their desires in a velvet-lined world of dominance. The bargain is as seductive as it is dangerous, pulling Tessa into a vortex of primal passion. Jeshua’s commanding gaze strips...

A gritty mechanic binds her fate to three monstrous protectors in a world bent on breaking them. Freya Locke teeters on the edge of ruin. A grease-stained survivor in a crumbling Ohio town, she’s one eviction notice from collapse. Minotaur Metals offers a lifeline, but the job comes with three towering minotaurs. Ror, Jett, and Silas are raw power and primal allure, demanding her body and loyalty in a dangerous bargain. Their scrapyard is a sanctuary under siege. Vinny, a ruthless mobster, wants their land and will crush anyone in his path. Freya’s wrench turns spark a fierce connection...

I have three lovers and I'm about to add a fourth. Not because I'm greedy but because we need to form a stronger fighting team to kill the Corrupter. My love literally empowers men. We fall in love, bond, then go kick ass. Romantic, right? No, not very. But I'm good with it. How could I not be? I'm the one who they share. I don't do the sharing. I've got the best part of this deal. But sometimes things get smoky. Hazy. Complicated. Too many fires to put out. Too many lovers to satisfy. And too many suitors to consider. Just when I thought things were perfect with Taroc, someone new showed ...

He was supposed to be her enemy—but fate bound her to the beast she vowed to hate. Zaravia I thought I was prepared for anything when they chained me inside the labyrinth as tribute. Then I saw Kryon, massive and terrifying, his eyes burning with primal hunger. Every instinct screams for me to run, to escape his monstrous strength, yet I'm drawn to him, helpless against the brutal dominance in his gaze. He claims I'm his mate, but I'll never surrender—even if my traitorous body begs otherwise. Kryon She’s fierce, defiant, and utterly mine from the first moment I scent her. Zaravia ...

“Coward.” She slung the insult his way. He didn’t miss a beat. “Survivor.” Vrea Greenvass had been bred for war. It wasn’t a talent, it wasn’t something that she thrived on or in which she earned a place for herself. No, it was the sheer cause of her birth, and the sole purpose of her life. She’d been told from day one that her reason for her existence had been to take down the Moordians, who wished for everything that did not belong to them. Until her capture, three years ago. A failed assassination attempt on the Golden Heir of Carylim, Rian. Now, three years after she ...

The bigger the secret… …the greater the body count. Brooklyn never expected to be on the run, and that too with her companions. With the Syndicate hot on their heels, she sets out on a mad dash around the city to keep them all alive. Fortunately, with a resourceful human by her side and with the help of the shifter, Brooklyn sees a way forward. Dominic might still have reservations about Brooklyn, but as the danger looms, the more willing he is to risk it all to keep her safe. When the mystery of her father’s death is revealed, he realizes that they have more in common than he ...