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Summary: Peter Lamont and Mark Trainor met as freshman in college. They separated to go to different law schools, but promised if, when they turned thirty, they weren’t attached or married, they would get back together again. Over the years, they met up time and again, keeping their friendship alive and well. Recently, Peter turned thirty. Now for Mark’s thirtieth, Peter has planned a progressive dinner at the restaurants on the refurbished pier. Will the lovely sunset, twinkling lights, and excellent food set the scene for their reunion? Or will one of them decide to renege on the promise?

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Summary: Alaric Denman is determined not to let himself care for another human, especially not one like Ezra Forsberg. Ezra is a rich playboy without ambition, someone he could never respect. Why he’s intensely attracted to the man is beyond his understanding—but he is. So much so, it’s affecting his job to protect him. Ezra isn’t sure who’s trying to kill him, but he has a pretty good idea. After growing up in one crime family and being forced to marry into another, his guess is his ex. He hires a bodyguard and gets a sexy elf. Yeah, he can see past the elf’s glamour, despite Alaric’s attempt to hide those elegantly pointed ears. But Alaric irks him with his stoic nature and he can’t resist poking at him. While they’re busy clashing, a two million dollar price goes out on Ezra’s head, which brings out powerful preternaturals. Someone really wants Ezra dead, so it’s time they work together to figure out who.  Elf is a MM paranormal romance long novella with a reluctant elf, a snippy-mouthed human, and a soulmate passion that takes them both by surprise. It’s the second in the Mystic Guardians series, but can be read as a stand alone. 

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Summary: Daniel had always dreamed of kissing Luca, and when it finally happened at Christmas, he couldn't believe his luck. But now, he can't stop thinking about wanting more from Luca. As they navigate their budding relationship, Daniel's insecurities surface when Luca invites him to a work's party. Luckily, his uncle was there to offer guidance and support. But as they grow closer, Daniel knows he can't keep Luca a secret from his parents any longer. And with their less-than-supportive reaction to him coming out, he dreads having to tell them about Luca. Daniel tries to keep the peace and start a new beginning with Luca. But will their love be strong enough to overcome any obstacles that come their way? If you enjoy a lovely MM Romance, the heart-warming and emotional journey of Daniel and Luca will draw you into their world.

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Summary: Bartender Becket Davis lives a quiet life. The only family member he has left is dying, and soon, Beckett knows he’ll be alone in the world. With the short time he has left, he visits the hospice center after he finishes slinging drinks, grateful for the opportunity to sit and talk with his grandfather, even though the man isn’t always awake. One very early morning when Beck goes to visit, he sees a very attractive man leaving his grandfather’s room. The man is dressed oddly for August in Reardon, California, but the sexy wink he gives Beck on his way out leaves him wanting to know more. When the man introduces himself to Beck at his grandfather’s funeral—“I’m Armie Harbinger”—Beck’s attraction escalates from a simmer to a boil. That’s when strange things begin to happen in Beck’s world. Are they just coincidences, or is it the allure of the Harbinger?

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Summary: What price would you pay to save your true love from pain? Armand and Beckett have the worst assignment known to a harbinger—preparing children for their death. The job is gut-wrenching with an emotional toll that Armand refuses to share with Beckett. Armand is determined to seek an intercession from any otherworldly being willing to sympathize with their plight. Beck can sense the toll their current assignment is taking on his lover, and he wants to find a way to ease his pain. Enter Nyx, the Goddess of Darkness. Will she have pity on the harbingers and offer her assistance to make their existence easier? As every supernatural being knows, deals made in the afterlife are tricky. What price will the harbingers have to pay to get Azrael, the Angel of Death, to reassign them?

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Summary: In modern-day Iceland, a place of glaciers, volcanoes, and legends, the Norns have foretold a sorcerous invasion that could destroy everything. MAGNÚS, an elf of the huldufólk, is driven by the murder of his human lover a century ago to save those humans he can, and to figure out what is behind recent troll attacks on tourists. But the Norns have spoken. He must protect ALTAIR, a young human from Boston, who is bringing a dangerous magical force to Iceland. If Magnús fails to keep Altair safe, the country will fall to a sorcerer called the Black Priest. Yet if Altair lives, Magnús will meet his doom. For his part, Altair is a graduate student bullied to visit Iceland by mentors who seem to have their own agenda. He knows nothing of elves, sorcerers or prophecies. Suddenly, the handsome, mysterious Magnús is guiding Altair around Reykjavik and into danger. A witch, a berserker, and more elves are along for the quest across Iceland’s forbidding landscape. And why does everyone keeps calling Altair “the Falcon”? An elf and a human with a shared destiny. Will they solve the mystery linking their fates before it is too late for all Iceland?

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Summary: Have you ever looked for something you know is there but can’t find it? My name is Draxton Dubois, and I am a speleologist. When it comes to maps and finding what I’m looking for, I become a tire-screeching, hyper-focused maniac. I utilize my charm to get what I want. I know no one can refuse me when I’m wearing my sexy speleologist jean shorts, even if I wear flip-flops and a wide-brimmed hat. My obsession with my work leaves very little room for intimate relationships. But I will do anything to secure an extension to explore the Star Caves, nestled in the Cradle of Mankind, South Africa. With my grandfather’s map in hand, I set out to barter for more time. The plan was simple. Entice, seduce, and bribe the man responsible for my future. He accepted the bribe, my priceless map, but became a pain in my butt as soon as he started showing up at the site. “He can’t get lost, even in complete darkness. He possesses a unique talent. He can effortlessly navigate underground tunnels and cave systems simply by crawling through them. Once he’s outside, with pen and paper, he can recreate everything from memory as if a machine had scanned and recorded it. Draxton Dubois is the world’s finest cave cartographer.” Children of Anzulla is a crossover from Kashel Char’s New Beginnings M/M Series. WARNING: This story contains speculative, twisted versions of history, explicit, graphic depictions of violence, and crude language unsuitable for young or sensitive readers or anyone offended by gay sex. One of the main characters is on the autism spectrum, and persons sensitive to this character type may find certain situations triggering. Copyright©2025 Draxton: Children of Anzulla Part One. Finding Love in the World of Titans by Kashel Char. NO AI/NO BOT. The author does not consent to any Artificial Intelligence (AI), generative AI, large language model, machine learning, chatbot, or other automated analysis, generative process, or replication program to reproduce, mimic, remix, summarize, or otherwise replicate any part of this creative work, via any means–print, graphic, sculpture, multimedia, audio, or other medium. The author supports the right of humans to create and control their artistic works.

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Summary: Music, Rehab and Recovery Tad faces many of life's obstacles as the drummer of the rock and punk band, Surf Sons. And who he ends up with or where he lands has never mattered. The only thing he takes serious is the music. But he's starting to outgrow the hard rocking and partying lifestyle. Much to his surprise Tad needs more in his life. Then Keegan Ross entered his life, slowly sneaking under his skin. The musical prodigy, hoping to land a record deal, has an amazing music career ahead of him. Tad's afraid he'll only drag Keegan down, but he can't deny how Keegan makes him feel. Loved. Tad's recovery is challenging enough but adding his heart to the mix makes things more complicated. Will Keegan and music be enough to help Tad change his life, or will he break both their hearts? #music #secrets #rehab #lifelessons Love on the Line, Book 3 Note: Love on the Line books can be read in any order.

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Summary: Renowned artist Devon Morton is always on the go, traversing exotic planets for Universal Geographic. Capturing mesmerizing images and videos of the awe-inspiring wonders on each planet, Devon seems oblivious to the lurking dangers that come with uncharted territories. Consequently, he's always shadowed by a bodyguard. Strangely, he's run through three bodyguards in just two years–a bizarre track record, considering none of them was severely harmed. Devon's exasperation is building up: What if Merx Security runs out of bodyguards? Enter Julian Neilsson, a seasoned mercenary, and Devon's potential fourth bodyguard. Rightfully skeptical, Julian ponders one question: Is guarding a young, absorbed vid-pix artist that arduous? He soon discovers that it's not just Devon's art that captures his attention but the young man himself, potentially sparking an unexpected romance. If only Julian can resist the urge to strangle the oblivious artist first…

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Summary: Lost Boy is an opposites attract, smaller top, size difference romance featuring a strong but gentle veterinarian and a police dog trainer with a fiery temper. Veterinarian Leo Aetos adores animals, has a great apartment in Brooklyn, and even has a favorite bar. The only thing he doesn’t have is someone to share it all with. Finding that man is easier said than done because he’s searching someone with specific needs. He needs a man who steps out of the stereotype and that's tall order. Much like he is, at well over six feet. Police dog-trainer Chris Kinney figures there’s no way he’d be anything close to what Leo wants. His last relationship failed miserably and he is sure it was his own fault. He just couldn’t be the kind of man his ex needed him to be. Worse, he struggles with his temper, and he’s not even sure he belongs in New York. Leo decides to take Chris on despite Chris's misgivings, with some help from his friends from Les’s Bar. He knows pretty much right away he’s not going to want to let Chris go. But will he be able to convince Chris they can both get what they need, and that the ex can't threaten their new relationship?

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Summary: Aaron  Being a nice guy isn’t part of my job. The only person who doesn’t run for cover when I walk into a room is my new chief of sales, Harrison. He’s outspoken, snarky, and a total pain. I’d fire him in a heartbeat - if I had one - if he didn’t have an ironclad contract thanks to my father’s meddling ways. I can’t stand the sight of Harrison and the feeling is mutual. But one business trip, and only one bed, takes this hate-hate relationship to a very different place. What’s disturbing? I love it. What’s worse? I might love him. Happily Never After is an enemies to lovers MM romance with two men that are so wrong for each other, they have to be right.  

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Summary: How to get over a breakup: 1: Go to Iceland 2: Get sent back in time 3: Get abducted by a hot, moody Viking werewolf The tour guides sure didn’t prepare me for this… Kieran After my boyfriend cheats, my best friend spirits me away to Reykjavik for a scenic getaway. I think this may be just the escape I need to get over the jerk. What was supposed to be a beautiful boat cruise ends in chaos when I find myself transported to the age of the Vikings. Before I can catch my breath, I’m taken captive by Wulfric, a powerful and terrifying Viking warrior. But he’s not just a fearsome fighter. He and his clan are Ulfhednar, wolf shifters. Humans are the natural enemies of Wulfric’s pack and the longer I linger in his time, the more dangerous my already precarious situation becomes. Despite our mutual dislike, Wulfric vows he will keep me alive until I can return to my time… but only if I let him claim me as his mate. Turns out, there’s a thin line between love and hate. Passion erupts, burning hot enough to melt the glaciers. As I see a soft and loving side to this strong, wounded warrior, I begin to wonder just where it is I call home. Can Wulfric’s past be my new present? Heart of a Wolf is book 1 in the Viking Wolves series and features enemies-to-lovers, mating of convenience, a dash of time travel, mental health rep (PTSD and GAD), and a happy-ever-after.

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Summary: It’s hard to believe we have entered the year 2025 with so many of our civil liberties, which we fought so hard to achieve, now on the cusp of being taken away. The political scene in the United States, as well as in many other countries, has become more polarized in recent years. In the aftermath of the US 2024 presidential election, many of us have found it difficult to express our fears and concerns. Regardless of nationality, the authors of JMS Books sought an outlet for their emotions; thus, this anthology of short stories was created. Love Is Free celebrates queer love in all its forms, proving love can survive despite adversity. Whether a quiet night in or a loud night out, in this world or another, in the past, present, or future, this collection embraces how enduring same sex love can be, in any and every shade under the LGBTQIA umbrella. Featuring never before published work from 52 authors, Love Is Free is a collaborative effort whose entire proceeds will go to the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) to help with their work protecting the freedoms of all people in the US. All the work in the collection, including the editing, has been donated. This stunning anthology will be a charitable keepsake whose message of love regardless of gender will endure beyond the current political strife threatening to tear us apart. Authors included in this anthology are: Adam Carpenter, Alexandra Caluen, Amy Spector, Anne Russo, Becky Black, Carol Holland March, Charles Payseur, D.J. Fronimos and Elke Lakey, David Connor and E.F. Mulder, Dianne Hartsock, Drew Hunt, E.M. Schenker, Ellie Thomas, Emery C. Walters, Eule Grey, Feral Sephrian, Gareth Vaughn, Gordon Phillips, Hannah Morse, Holly Day, J.D. Walker, J.M. Snyder, J.T. Marie, Jordan Demaine, Justin James, K.L. Noone, K.S. Murphy, Katey Hawthorne, Kim Davis, Kris T. Bethke, La Toya Hankins, Mere Rain, Michael P. Thomas, Mychael Black, Nell Iris, Ofelia Gränd, Pat Henshaw, Patrick Bryce Wright, Pelaam, Rafe Jadison, Ray Hatch, Red Haircrow, Sarah Hadley Brook, Scarlet Blackwell, Sean Cunningham, Shawn Bailey, Shawn Lane, T.J. Blackley, T.K. Dane, Teal H.S. Fields, Vivien Dean, and Warren Rochelle.

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Summary: When a fae prince goes missing, Gwil and Hyax are called into help. Nothing is easy when you're a vampire dating fae royalty, but with his sire demanding his help, and his boyfriend's parents trying to split them up, finding a fae prince who has vanished into thin air is one of the least complicated parts of Gwil's afterlife.

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Summary: Dragons aren’t real. Or so I used to think. Oxford isn’t exactly what I’d imagined. Sure, the colleges are romantic, and everyone is brilliant enough to trigger my impostor syndrome. I expected that. The dragon, however, was a big surprise. I saw him on my first day. The beautiful beast spoke to me, then disappeared. I’ve been looking for him ever since. When I’m not on a wild dragon chase, I spend my time in the library. I’d like to think I’m only there to study, but who am I kidding? I’m there for him. Rufus Mortimer is the world’s hottest librarian. He’s strict, enigmatic, and sexy. He makes me feel things I’ve never felt before. But he has a secret. One that could destroy everything. So now, all I have to do is find a dragon, earn my doctorate, and try not to let my new romance burn my life to the ground. Easy, right? I wish…

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Summary: Buddy System is a gut-wrenching story about enduring love, and it’s full of sexy scenes that will make you blush. All three characters are heroes, but not always in the way you’d expect. Brooke’s husband Levi returns from Afghanistan a broken man. Brooke is desperate to help him heal emotionally, and she is willing to do anything. Levi and his best buddy Skyler were close when they left for war. After being wounded in battle they become even closer. Their new adventure takes them to Honeybee Hollow where the healing can finally begin. This stunning and emotional small-town, MMF military romance begins the “Honeybee Hollow” series.

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Summary: Doctor Anthony Channon, commonly known as Ant, had a stalker. Fortunately, with his abilities as a level twelve mage he knew the man didn't mean him any harm. Unfortunately, other people didn't feel so kindly toward Ant as he went about his business as a psychic police consultant, and after an errant bullet, Ant finally comes face to face with his stalker and learns one life-changing truth. Viktor, no last name because a vampire didn't need one, had been working for a mob boss when he crossed paths with an intriguing mage. Compelled to follow him around, for no reason whatsoever except he wanted to, Viktor had a chance to be face to face with the man when someone tried to kill him... or his service animal, because that part is still being debated. The truth about his compulsion didn't hit him until later, but when Viktor finally worked it out, he knew keeping the mage safe wasn't going to be easy. With bullets flying, a sassy sister, a dog who had teeth and knew how to use them, and forces working against them, the path to a happy ever after wasn't easy for Viktor and Ant. But sometimes, when the going gets tough, a vampire just had to do his thing, and a mage just had to let him. This is an MM Paranormal Romance story that features Fated Mates. The story is intended for mature audiences and is a standalone.

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Summary: Tay and Toby are a couple now but Third is feeling like the odd one out. What next? Tay and Toby are living their best summer, working side by side at the movie theater, they’re closer than ever but it’s not the same for Third. With his job at the library and his internal struggles about who he is, Third starts to feel like he’s being left behind. The second book, It’s All Good Until You Start Dating, picks up the summer after their junior year, with Tay and Toby officially a couple. But the joy of young love comes with new complications as the boys take on summer jobs—and Third struggles with feelings of exclusion as he works alone at the library. As Tay and Toby grow closer, Third must confront his own place in the trio, while dealing with his own journey of self-discovery.

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Summary: An almost angel and a man possessed… What could possibly go wrong when they’re chosen to help save humankind? Scott Locke, an apprentice guardian angel assigned to protect the Gatekeeper hits a run of bad luck. After Scott’s recent review with the Celestial Council, his hopes of being promoted are quickly dashed, due to an injury his charge suffered at the hands of a friend, Detective Jay Frick. Unknown to anyone, the unrequited crush Scott has on Jay Frick makes the Council’s slight a double slap in the face. Jameson Frick, former homicide detective, has been having too many bad days to count. He met an incredible man, only to have the guy fall for an ex-con. His partner in Sacramento P.D.’s Homicide Division is put on desk duty before his impending retirement, leading to Jay being benched as well. Jay’s next assignment, working as an investigator for children’s services, is a job he deplores. Topping it all off, Jay’s been suffering from severe headaches, sleep deprivation, frayed nerves, and the nonstop voices in his head are driving him to madness. When Jay’s spirit gets hauled to Hell, Scott is determined to bring him back. Grabbing Jay’s broken body, Scott begins his pursuit of a healer, knowing if Jay doesn’t have a viable body, he can’t return to the human realm as the man Scott wants to pursue. What will both men encounter during their time in Limbo? Which familiar people will they see there, and who in Hell would steal a broken human body? Wanna come along on Scott & Jay’s First Hellish Adventure? This book of original paranormal fiction is the first in a new series. It is approximately 34,000 words in length and is a spinoff from the “Dearly & the Departed” Universe.

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Summary: Scotty and Jay continue their work for the Celestial Council and Lucifer, investigating cases that don’t fall under purely good or purely evil standards. It’s time for them to return to the Human Realm as a fully bonded, balanced pair when unforeseen events begin to spiral out of control. The murders of a cherub and a lesser demon in Limbo hint at something sinister, but is the culprit from the Celestial Realm or the underworld? What are the ramifications one way or the other? Without warning, Jay gets a promotion in the underworld that swings the balance of power to the point where it could break their bond. Will it break their hearts at the same time? This book of original paranormal fiction is the second book in the spinoff series from the universe of Dearly & the Departed. It is approximately 30,000 words in length and ends happily.