Books Tagged With author - american

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Summary: NBA Superstar CJ Wright’s unconscious mind has been thrust back into the middle of a situation that abruptly changed the course of his life. As he fights with himself to avoid traveling down a slippery slope full of love, joy, heartache and pain, outside influences intervene, forcing CJ to make decisions that affect everyone around him. These decisions ultimately land him on the floor, with a gunshot wound to his body, on the unforgettable day of January 11, 2011. Just as he is about to give up his fight to live, he sees a body and hears a voice that changes everything. Then he spots something else. Afraid for the worst, CJ knows he has to do something or this will be the end. Will help arrive in time? Will CJ make it out alive? Who else is involved in this tragic situation? Will they live or will they die? Why did this happen? What was the motive? Finally, who is responsible for this heinous crime? Will justice be served? All of that and more will be revealed in the final entry of the Incidental Contact trilogy.

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Summary: Trying to move past that fatal event from seven years ago has been hard for NBA superstar CJ Wright. He hasn’t truly dealt with that tragedy from January 11, 2011, and the pressure of it all is starting to consume his life. CJ has made some questionable decisions with the media, and his personal life, and now everything is starting to boil over to the point of no return. He’s on the hunt for redemption, but his past actions could have long-lasting impacts on his future. CJ will have to face a series of tough decisions that could forever change his life. In doing so, everything he loves is at risk in this inevitable do-or-die moment. In the next state over from CJ, trouble is looming for Governor J. Nehemiah Reed. The governor is in the midst of a highly contested re-election campaign, but there are forces working against him that could bring the governor, and his loved ones, to the brink of extinction. What will happen when the worlds of a superstar athlete and a rising politician with sights on the White House collide? Will CJ ever find real peace? Will his family remain intact after his new set of revelations? Will CJ ever find true love again? Who is really behind the governor’s potential downfall? Will the governor fight off his enemies and win re-election? Will he still be standing once all the dust clears? One thing is for certain, after this series of events, the lives of both CJ and Governor Reed will never be the same. Join CJ on this new journey as the fourth book of the Incidental Contact series is guaranteed to be explosive and will leave you speechless.

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Summary: Infected series #10 – Roan and Dylan’s life has changed since harboring a runaway infected, and weathering Roan’s notoriety from the Profeta case. Still, it’s not all bad news – a mid tier celebrity wants to hire Roan for an unusual case. Only it takes a dark turn, and while trying to deal with it, Roan also has to deal with a medical issue. It falls to Roan’s family – including reckless Holden and imposing teddy bear Grey – to figure things out, and find a killer before he kills again.

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Summary: Hades should have known better... When he was hired to take an Omega in a sticky situation quietly to a breeding farm upstate, the underground fixer Hades should have known that something was fishy about the job. But he needed the money and it seemed simple enough. The Alpha hadn’t expected to have such an immediate and deep connection to the no-fur entrusted to him. Risking the wrath of the no-fur’s mafia owners becomes the least of Hades’s problems as he tries to escape with his fated mate. Enlisting the aid of his best friend, a demon ex-lover, a kidnapped celebrity, and a surly no-fur, Hades sets out on the first steps towards the fate that was sealed from the first moment he put his paws on his beloved no-fur. ☣️ Trigger warnings for dub/noncon, super tragic backstories, explicit on-page sex, angst, cliffhangers, and potentially being turned into a furry. ☣️ This book is the first in a series that is meant to be read in order as one book picks up right where the last left off. **originally published as a serial novel. This book collects The Black Devil Omegaverse: Season 1 **

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Summary: Ex-necromancer Frank Hope risked his life to help his demon lover Kasimir return to his homeland, a dimension humans call Hell and Kasimir calls the Eternal Realm—a beautiful medievalesque land. Now, because Kasimir is the heir apparent to a vast, wealthy kingdom, the two live in luxury in a palace by the sea. But darkness haunts them. Necromancers, humans sworn to capture and slay demons for Earth’s energy corporations to use as fuel, continue to strike the Eternal Realm. Strife between the Eternals’ kingdoms grows as well. When war breaks out with a neighboring land, Frank and Kasimir are forced to make hard choices that threaten their relationship—and even their lives. Is their love truly meant to be? Will the universe that once smiled upon them turn against them? This is the final book in the Love Songs for Lost Worlds trilogy and combines elements of fantasy, paranormal, and gay romance within the framework of an alternate 1980s world. Explicit sex, violence, suicide attempt, sexual assault

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Summary: Student-Artificer Elijah Saloman discovers what he thinks could be a lost masterwork of the greatest Artificer ever born. He is determined to make it work, even though he has no idea what it is or what it is supposed to do. But when everything that can go wrong does, Elijah finds himself caught in an interesting predicament—trapped within the machine, and at the mercy of the whimsical plaything of a long-dead Artificer with a taste for the exotic.

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Summary: Odem, Odem, Odem. Fate couldn't have paired him with a better mate. Infernal Ruby is book 3 in the Primordial Protectors series. A jokester protector and a sassy take no crap omega. Odem is in for the ride of his life with this one and his brothers are thoroughly enjoying the show.

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Summary: Stefan Baronoski is on top of the world. He’d got an amazing husband. He’s killing it on the ice. He’s providing for his parents after they sacrificed so much to help him chase his dream. What else could he possibly want? His husband, as it turns out, could think of a few things. Antonio Pisano has always supported Stefan’s career, but he’s lonely and miserable. What good is the hockey spouse life or the stacked bank account when his husband is always either on the ice or on the road? What is there to love about starting over in a new place every time Stefan is traded? Their open marriage kept Antonio’s bed from getting cold for a while, but the only man he craves is the one who’s never there. Maybe it’s time to let go. Then an injury benches Stefan. With the two of them home together for weeks—possibly months—this just might be the chance they need to remember why they fell in love in the first place. Or a chance for Antonio to get his hopes up only to have his heart broken all over again when Stefan returns to the ice. It’s now or never. If Stefan doesn’t figure out how much he has to lose, Antonio won’t be the one left in the cold this time. Injured Reserve is a standalone contemporary gay romance novel with a guaranteed happy ending.

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Summary: Jeff Holloway is a twenty-five-year-old skater with a killer smile and lots of free time on his hands. He’s also a vampire who prowls the dark corners of San Francisco looking for entertainment and his next meal. Lately, he’s been spending lots of time watching a tattoo parlor in the Mission District, where someone tall, artistic, and handsome has caught his eye.

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Summary: 25% of the author’s royalties for Interference will be donated to organizations assisting homeless and/or disabled veterans. Disabled veteran Wyatt Miller is out of options. Six months after his eviction, every day is a struggle just to survive on the streets. Sometimes, the only thing that motivates him to move forward at all is his determination to protect and feed his beloved service dog, Lily. Then a cold snap drives Wyatt to beg a veterinary clinic to board Lily… and puts him on the radar of someone who can’t stomach letting the dog or her owner sleep out in the cold. On the surface, hockey star Anthony Austin has it all. The fans and cameras see a man with dazzling stats, a fairy tale home, and a red hot sports car. He and his longtime boyfriend are the poster boys for out-and-proud male athletes. The limelight doesn’t see the cracks, though. His boyfriend has quietly moved out, and nothing Anthony says or does will bring him back. Anthony’s play is starting to suffer, and he’s too miserable to care. When he sees the man pleading for a warm bed for his dog, Anthony doesn’t hesitate to open his home. All he has in mind is keeping a man and his dog off the street. He has no idea Wyatt is about to upend his world—and his attempts at reconciling with his boyfriend. Interference is a 140,000+ word slow burn hockey and military romance. Don’t worry – there’s no cheating! CW: combat PTSD, dying/death of a parent (cancer), experiences and trauma associated with homelessness

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Summary: Alone on his mountain, the kitsune Tadashi only wishes to be left in peace so he can mourn his lost lover and take care of his temple. Unfortunately, several townsmen who have no idea of Tadashi’s true nature have different plans for the "Jap on the mountain" and his land. When they push the kitsune too far, he reacts with horrific violence, leaving tragedy in his wake. Broken and terrified of himself, Tadashi represses his natural drives and shuts himself off from the world. The intrusion of a lost little girl and her persistent veterinarian uncle, Berg, stumbling into Tadashi’s life, though, and turn his carefully ordered world upside-down. The reluctant hero needs to decide whether he is truly happier alone or whether he can once again embrace a truth he used to know, that life is for the living. Please Note: This is a re-edited, second edition with 4 illustrations. No changes have been made to the story. There will be B&W and Color print editions released.

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Summary: Sequel to Stealing the Wind Mermen of Ea Trilogy: Book Two Since learning of his merman shifter heritage, Taren has begun building a life with Ian Dunaidh among the mainland Ea. But memories of his past life still haunt him, and as the threat of war with the hostile island merfolk looms ever closer, Taren fears he will lose Ian the same way he lost his beloved centuries before. Together they sail to the Gateway Islands in search of the fabled rune stone—a weapon of great power the Ea believe will protect them—and Odhrán, the pirate rumored to possess it. After humans attack the Phantom, Taren finds himself washed up on an island, faced with a mysterious boy named Brynn who promises to lead him to Odhrán. But Taren isn’t sure if he can trust Brynn, and Odhrán is rumored to enslave Ea to protect his stronghold. Taren will have to put his life on the line to find his way back to Ian and attempt to recover the stone. Even if he does find it, his troubles are far from over: he and Ian are being stalked by an enemy who wants them dead at all costs.

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Summary: Grayson Hart has perfected the art of being invisible. A scholarship kid at Penn, he survives by serving champagne to the elite — learning their secrets, memorizing their codes, and reminding himself he will never belong. But one night changes everything. At an exclusive masquerade, Grayson collides with billionaire heir Logan Westwood - literally. A stolen dance becomes a night of passion. By morning, Grayson is gone — but Logan isn’t the kind of man who lets anything slip through his grasp. From underdog ambition to forbidden desire, Invisible Foundations is a darkly seductive MM romance where every choice builds toward power — or heartbreak. This book is perfect if you crave: - Sizzling chemistry and forbidden attraction that can’t be ignored - Dark academia allure blended with high-society intrigue - A secret world of privilege, masks, and dangerous temptation - A determined underdog who refuses to accept limits - A steamy billionaire romance filled with obsession, passion, and risk One night. One dance. One unforgettable encounter. He wasn’t supposed to be there. Logan wasn’t supposed to care. But once their worlds collide, neither man will ever be invisible again.

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Summary: Since arriving at the Draconis Court of D’Vaire at the age of sixteen, Idris has done everything he can think of to make his new family proud of him. After five years of challenging work, he is finally poised to reach the highest rank within the Spectra Wizardry. The only glaring thing missing is his mate. While he may be young, Idris wants to share his heart with his other half, so he asks Fate to send him a nice dragon who will be kind to him and his familiar. He does not want to be demanding, but Idris knows without him he won’t be complete. Duke Macardle “Mac” Stenetdraconis’s days are centered around his amazing grandparents who raised him. When his grandfather suggests he apply for a new duke position at Court D’Vaire, he is intrigued. It is a place that has opened its doors as a sanctuary and he’s drawn to the idea of helping others. When he arrives, he finds himself with a small dragon familiar on his lap. Minutes later, the owner of that familiar saunters through the door and Mac’s heart is instantly hooked on the irresistible wizard. Determined to make Idris his, the pair soon find themselves tested by life. Their love turns out to the anchor Mac cannot do without while Idris opens the door to a new future for his family.

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Summary: Rhys Powell and Derek Scott are divorcing. Mistakes have been made, lines have been crossed, and there’s no going back. Both men are exhausted and ready to move on. But their daughter is getting married soon. In the name of not putting a damper on her wedding, Derek and Rhys agree to keep the divorce on the down-low and show up as the happy couple everyone still believes they are. And between a roller coaster of a road trip and the love and joy surrounding the wedding… Derek and Rhys just might remember why they fell for each other in the first place. Are they only kidding themselves? Or can a rekindled spark really light the way to forgiveness? This novel is approximately 59,500 words long.

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Summary: Riley Preston arrives on the Big Island to expose the environmental conflicts threatening paradise. Armed with a drone, a camera, and a journalist’s instincts, he plans to stay detached. But Keoni Makaio — an uncompromising Native Hawaiian park ranger — has other ideas. Their first clash is immediate and explosive. Riley’s drone violates sacred territory. Keoni shuts him down without hesitation. What begins as hostility escalates into intense chemistry when professional duty forces them to trek Hawaii’s volcanic trails side by side. Neither man is prepared for the emotional terrain ahead — or the consequences of falling in love across a cultural divide. Island Fever is a scorching MM romance packed with emotional depth, unforgettable setting, and forbidden desire. In this powerful gay love story, you’ll find: - Enemies-to-lovers tension with real emotional growth - A protective, alpha park ranger with deep roots and deeper secrets - A driven, scruffy photographer who learns to see beyond the lens - Forbidden territory — professionally and personally - A rich Hawaiian setting that’s more than a backdrop — it’s a force of its own - High-heat intimacy grounded in mutual respect and cultural authenticity - A full-circle emotional journey that challenges loyalty, love, and legacy From the black lava fields of Volcanoes National Park to the lush coastlines of Kona, Riley and Keoni must confront what matters most: truth, land, and the cost of silence. Riley came to document the island’s story. Instead, he finds his own — and the man who could change everything.

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Summary: Gar Lancaster wasn't depressed, no matter what his sister, Nellie, said. He didn't need a trip to a tropical island to meet some guy for a vacation romance. Sex was easy, he could get that. Love and commitment, those were two other things entirely. But when Mike Peters kissed him on the balcony under a sea of stars with the pounding waves hitting the shore below them, things changed. Maybe, he didn't need a happily ever after. Maybe happily for right now was okay. Whatever happened, Gar was pretty sure he was in way over his head. "So, when are you going after him?" Nellie had asked that question for six months. Now, he was on his way back to Dasia Island for a friend's wedding. Happily for right now hadn't worked for Gar. He missed Mike and what they had shared on the island. The question was did Mike feel the same way. There was only one way to find out if there was a happily ever after in his future. Face Mike and ask him.

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Summary: Mage Jannick Pederson thought it was a simple assignment: help the gryphon leader find some missing human children and then go home. A noble cause, even if he didn’t much like the abrasive jerk. So why didn't someone tell him he’d be working closely with the leader’s son instead? That hot piece of perfection could make even happily-single Jannick give up his no-strings-attached ways. Gryphon shifter Conall Arwan has simple goals for his life: get his PhD in pediatric shifter social work and stay off the radar of his disapproving father. When his father orders him to work with a hot but arrogant mage to find missing human kids, all Conall sees is how it pushes back his graduation date. Again. And even if the mage unexpectedly turns out to be not so bad—and maybe even a little sweet—there’s still no future for them. Conall’s dad has plans for him and they don’t include getting involved with a sexy, infuriating mage. But fate has other ideas. It Spells Trouble is a 75K word fated mates romance with a hearty dose of steam and a guaranteed happily-ever-after. This book is part of the Mages and Mates series and includes a plot to destroy the world, a desperate decision with far-reaching consequences, and one pissed off gryphon father. Each book in the series can be read alone, but they are better read in order.

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Summary: “The countdown to graduation is on, but for Tay, Toby, and Third, real life is just beginning.” The trio of best friends—Tay, Toby, and Third—are about to face their most challenging year yet. As Tay and Toby dive deeper into their relationship, navigating the excitement of firsts and the intimacy of being together, they find themselves discovering everything they’ve always wanted. Meanwhile, Third is on his own journey of self-discovery and where he falls on the asexuality spectrum, embracing and exploring what it means to find a connection in a world that too often prioritizes romantic/physical relationships. He's learning to define his own path, finding strength in his unwavering friendship with Tay and Toby, and discovering that love comes in many forms. As the countdown to graduation begins, the trio face the anticipation of senior year: prom, finals, the excitement and anticipation of college, and the goodbyes to the familiar halls of their high school. Through it all, their friendship remains the anchor, a constant source of support and understanding. They’re learning that love and friendship aren’t about fitting into a mold, but about embracing their authentic selves and the unique bonds that connect them. 'It's All Good Until Everyone Finds Out' is a heartwarming story about the power of friendship, the beauty of first love, and the courage to forge your own path, even when the future seems uncertain. It's about finding your place in the world, surrounded by the people who love you for exactly who you are.

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Summary: What if you don’t fit the labels? What if you’re too different? Who’s ready for ‘adulting’? Best friends since kindergarten, Tay and Third have grown up side by side—navigating crushes, identity, family, and the endless maze of growing up in a world that doesn’t always know what to do with you when you’re different. Now, with high school in the rearview mirror and their first off-campus apartment on the horizon, they’re facing their biggest test yet: adulthood. Tay’s relationship with Toby—the new kid he never saw coming in 10th grade—has deepened into something physical, something real, something exciting in its intensity. Meanwhile, Third, still fairly new to identifying as asexual, is struggling with the space between who he is and who he thinks he’s supposed to be. His boyfriend says he gets it, but their definitions of asexuality don’t quite match. Does that mean Third is broken? Or just… untranslatable? As the trio settle into college life, they find comfort, friction, and love in unexpected places. The bond between them grows stronger—but so do more questions. What are they to each other? What do they owe themselves? And when a life-altering choice appears on the horizon, none of them are ready for the answer—or the fallout that could follow. In this emotionally positive and affirming continuation of the It’s All Good series, Book 4 explores friendship, sexuality, queer identity, and the beautiful, complicated mess of becoming your true self. Everything changes after graduation. Even some things you thought never would.