Bøger af L a Witt

Casey Olson has always known he was destined to be a Navy SEAL, and the best day of his life was when he was accepted into training. The worst day was when a snapping bone ended his dream. After three combat tours in five years, Logan Carter left the Marines and self-destructed. Now he's sober and, thanks to a forgiving ex with friends in high places, has a promising job as a civilian contractor. All he has to do is stay on the rails and out of a bottle, even when his demons won't leave him alone. Logan likes his job, and he really likes the gorgeous man at the next desk. Casey tries not to check Logan out, but who is he kidding? From the start, despite their best efforts, neither man can resist the other. Sizzling chemistry leads to sex so hot they can both almost forget why they're stuck in this office to begin with. It would be perfect, except Logan can't stop reliving wars he'll never forget and Casey can't stop grieving the SEAL he'll never be. And they'll never have a future together until they can make peace with their pasts. This book was previously published.

Neil Dalton ist bis in die Grundfesten erschüttert. Seit sein Leben von einem schrecklichen Verbrechen zerstört wurde, ist es von Trauer, Schuldgefühlen und dem Ringen mit PTBS bestimmt. Er hat große Angst vor einem Weihnachtsbesuch bei seiner Familie, deren Hilfe er braucht und der er gleichzeitig grollt. Dann taucht jemand aus seiner Vergangenheit auf und zieht ihm den wackeligen Boden unter den Füßen weg.Jeremy Kelley hat der Krieg beinahe vernichtet, dann warf seine Familie ihn aus dem Haus, als er sie am dringendsten brauchte. Jeden Tag ringt er um sein emotionales Gleichgewicht. Er gibt sein letztes Geld für ein Ticket nach Chicago aus und betet, dass sein ehemals bester Freund ihn nicht im Regen stehen lässt.Neil und Jeremy verbringen die Feiertage mit Neils Familie in ihrer Heimatstadt Omaha. Sie schlagen sich mit der Familie herum, mit Flashbacks ... und mit Gefühlen, die nicht nachgelassen haben, seit sie das letzte Mal vergeblich versucht haben, mehr als Freunde zu sein. Während sie sich bemühen, ihre zerbrochenen Seelen zu heilen und beschädigte Brücken zu reparieren, sind sie mehr denn je aufeinander angewiesen. Aber sie können die gegenseitige Anziehung, die schon bestand, bevor sie beide vom Leben durch die Mangel gedreht wurden, nicht verleugnen. Aber wenn es damals schon nicht mit ihnen geklappt hat, wie sollen sie es jetzt bloß schaffen?

Anthony Hunter wonders what the hell he's gotten himself into when he agrees to manage an unproven candidate's campaign for governor of California. As soon as he meets the gorgeous, charismatic-and married-politician, attraction gives Anthony's rock-solid professionalism a run for its money, and Anthony knows he's in way over his head. Jesse Cameron doesn't like the idea of putting himself out there as a happily married, wholesome candidate, but his retired senator uncle insists it'll give him an edge over a challenging rival. The only problem is that Jesse's marriage is over, existing only to maintain his heterosexual façade. Oh, and there's that minor detail about his undeniable attraction to his smoking hot campaign manager. Or the fact that the attraction is very, very mutual. Before long, temptation explodes into a sizzling, secret relationship, but under the microscope of the media and the relentless scrutiny of the voting public, Anthony and Jesse can only keep their secret for so long. And this is one scandal a campaign won't survive...

For the last year, Jay Warren has struggled to find the nerve to tell his wife he's gay. Every time he gets the chance, though, he freezes up. He's ashamed of hiding it all this time and he doesn't want to hurt her, and the guilt has been almost unbearable.When his wife dies suddenly, Jay's conscience threatens to eat him alive.Funeral director Scott Lawson deals with the bereaved every day, and he's all too familiar with the inside of the closet. He offers Jay some much-needed compassion and understanding, and from that connection comes a friendship that quickly-perhaps too quickly-turns into something more.But are grief, guilt, and loneliness the only things tying them together? Or will Scott get fed up with being used as an emotional crutch before Jay realizes what he has?This word novel was previously published.

Hard rock band Schadenfreude is finally on the verge of the success that's eluded them for the last several years. With Aaron McClure as their new lead singer, nothing's going to stop them...except maybe a steamy, secret relationship between Aaron and bassist Bastian Koehler. Aaron knows all too well what can happen when band members get involved with each other. After all, his last band was a casualty of his last relationship, and Schadenfreude forbids band members from dating for that very reason. But Bastian is too hot to resist, and besides, it's just sex, so what's the harm?Bastian has just gotten out of a long relationship with his volatile ex-fiancée when Aaron catches his eye. The sexy singer is irresistible, and in spite of the potential for strife within the band if this comes out, Bastian can't help himself.Their passion in the bedroom is rivaled only by their ambition as musicians, though, and pretty soon, it's going to tear them, and Schadenfreude apart, if they can't get back to playing with the band.

Neil Dalton's foundation is already cracking. Grief, guilt, and PTSD have ruled his life since a terrible crime tore his world apart last year, and he's dreading a holiday visit with the family he simultaneously needs and resents. Then someone from his past shows up and rattles that shaky foundation right out from under him.First a war nearly destroyed Jeremy Kelley, then his family threw him out when he needed them the most. Now he's barely holding on emotionally. He spends his last dollar to get to Chicago and prays his former best friend won't leave him out in the cold.Neil and Jeremy spend the holidays with Neil's family in their hometown of Omaha. They struggle to deal with families, flashbacks... and feelings that haven't even begun to fade since their last failed attempt at more than friends. As they try to repair their fractured psyches and rebuild damaged bridges, they rely on each other more than ever, but they can't deny the mutual attraction that's existed since before they were both emotionally battered and scarred. If they couldn't make it work back then, how in the world can they pull it off now?

*** LARGE PRINT EDITION *** It's all fun and games until somebody falls in love. Chase has just arrived at a much anticipated leather convention, and he's about to lose his mind. Not only is his ex attending, but Chase is also rooming with Derek, a submissive he's been dying to top. Although Derek is in search of a Dom, he made it painfully clear when the two of them hooked up for a very hot-but very vanilla-night just before the convention that he wasn't interested in submitting to Chase. Derek isn't stupid. No matter how desperate he is to submit to Chase, he wants no part of a rebound relationship. As long as Chase is still pining after the sub who broke his heart a few months ago, Derek's keeping him at arm's length. Besides, there's another Dom at this convention, the gorgeous Master Raul, who Derek is determined to attract. But when Chase and Derek are confronted with all their kinks, from ropes to leather, bondage to flogging-not to mention each other-they can only ignore their mutual attraction for so long. This book was previously published.

"Help raise money to improve our habitat! For a small donation, we'll name a fish after your ex and feed it to the bears on Valentine's Day!" For Garrett Mitchell, who just found out his butthead of an ex-boyfriend cheated on him, that donation is money well spent. And Tristan Waverly was just unceremoniously dumped by a man who is absolutely worthy of being tossed to hungry bears, so he's more than happy to buy a fish. As the bears chow down, though, everyone's wondering the same thing-is it a coincidence, or are both fish named after the same guy? There's only one way to find out. But when Garrett and Tristan come face to face, suddenly the last man either wants to think about is Kevin. 2 Dead Fish Named Kevin is a light, fluffy, and short Valentine's Day romance (22,500 words)

Despite their mutual attraction, Marques Williams and Armin Jahani agreed a long time ago that they were better off as friends. They don't want to risk their friendship, and they definitely don't want things getting awkward at the art gallery where they work. But even as they've moved on with their lives, they've both quietly regretted that decision. When Armin's father scores the gallery a collection of sculptures from a renowned and reclusive artist, he sends Armin and Marques on the road to pick them up. As the two friends embark on a multi-state trip, they each assume the other is still with his longtime partner. Armin doesn't know that Marques's now-ex-boyfriend is moving out. Marques doesn't know that the last fraying threads of Armin's relationship have snapped. Secretly, they pine for each other from across the console of their rental car, each wishing they hadn't missed the chance to be together years ago. But maybe they haven't missed that chance after all. I Think We Missed Our Turn is a short and fun 36,000-word novella with a happy ending and no cheating.

Luke Emerson is the last person Sebastian Wakefield expects to see strolling into his tattoo shop. But Luke's not back after four years to take up where they left off. Not even to apologize for the cheating that broke them up.Luke wants a custom tattoo, a memorial for someone known only as "A.J." Much as Seb would love to tell Luke to take this ink and shove it, he's a professional. Plus, he's reluctant to admit, he wouldn't mind getting his hands on Luke again. Even if it's just business.Once Luke's in the tattoo chair, though, Seb finds himself struggling with all the anger and resentment he thought he'd left behind-and those aren't the only feelings reignited. Their relationship may have been turbulent, but it was also passionate. Four years clearly hasn't been long enough for the embers of that fire to go cold. A few subtle hints from Luke is all it takes to make Seb consider indulging in some of that physical passion. It shouldn't be that tough to keep his emotions from getting tangled up in sweaty sheets.After all, it's not like he's in love with Luke anymore. Right?

*** LARGE PRINT EDITION *** "Contract killer" is a fitting job for a vampire, and it suits Liam just fine. Cast down from the wealth and status of the Sky for taking a human lover, Liam lurks in the poor and pollution-choked Gutter, killing to survive. Between his natural strengths and his Cybernetix mods, no mark has ever escaped him. Liam's ex-lover Daniel is the heir to Cybernetix-and its greatest threat. Horrified by people less man than machine and the exploitation of Gutter factory workers, he'd rather destroy Cybernetix than inherit it . . . if his father doesn't destroy him first. Years of anger and a heap of mods have kept Daniel and Liam apart. When Liam is hired to slaughter a man in his glass Sky tower, he walks right into a Daniel-shaped trap. Daniel's father has betrayed them both, and only by working together can Daniel and Liam survive the coming day. They have no reason to trust each other, but as the dawn looms, a bargain that began with the simple urge to live soon reminds them of the love they once shared. Can they find each other again, or will the Cybernetix assassins find them first? This novella was previously published.

May-December love is sweet... but December doesn't last forever. Tim Davis always knew he'd likely outlive his older husband. He just thought they'd have more time. He also never imagined that their final years together would revolve around a grueling and protracted battle with cancer. Eighteen months later, he's still coming to terms with his loss and his new life. Where does he go from here? Alex Ouellette is drowning in grief and survivor's guilt, constantly reliving the moment his world stopped. Then a friend suggests that a change of scenery and the company of men who've been through similar losses could do him some good. Alex is dubious, but he agrees to go. Neither man has high hopes for this widowers' retreat. Grief and loneliness have been constant and unwelcome companions, though. At this point, they'll try anything. The last thing either anticipates when they get there? A powerful spark of attraction. Friendship blooms. Then more. They bond over their grief, but also find joy, laughter, and a connection neither expected to ever feel again. As their broken worlds collide, both Tim and Alex finally have unexpected hope that there's life after loss.But grief's dark clouds are never far behind, and the past could be the one thing standing in the way of a happy future. After December is a 120,000-word standalone gay romance novel.

Their plan was perfect...until the world stopped. After the Navy boots him out, Tristan is screwed. Without an honorable discharge or a college degree, his job prospects are grim. If only he knew a service member who was willing to get married, make Tristan a dependent, and transfer his GI Bill. Such as, say, a former coworker who's single, gay, and wants his family off his back about his refusal to settle down...and who maybe feels guilty for his role in Tristan losing his career. Casey has never liked Tristan, but the plan is irresistible. In fact, it's perfect. Now Tristan has health insurance and a place to live, and he's going to school. Meanwhile, Casey's conscience is assuaged, and he's still sleeping his way through town while his family is none the wiser. The guys stay out of each other's way, and it's all good. Right up until a pandemic locks everything down. Suddenly it's just Casey and Tristan...and maybe that's not such a bad thing. In a time when they're both desperate for strength, support, and human contact, they find them in the most unexpected place: each other. But when feelings come into play, is it something real? Or just two lonely men making the best of terrifying times? And how in the world do Casey and Tristan tell the difference? Until the World Stops is a 72,000-word standalone gay romance. CW: COVID-19 A note from the author: As the events of 2020 have unfolded, in particular the COVID-19 pandemic, I've debated when and how to incorporate that reality into my work. It's not something I want to make light of or capitalize on, but it has become a part of our lives, and one that doesn't look to be going anywhere any time soon. There comes a point when-if I'm to write about life-I need to write about the ugly parts too. For that matter, writing is how I process the world around me, and as time has gone on, I've found myself needing the catharsis of looking this reality in the eye and putting it into words as best I can. Most importantly, however, this is a time when we all need hope and even moments of peace. While pure escapism is important to me, so too is finding that hope and peace when everything feels so bleak. So it's with that in mind that I give you a couple of guys finding a little bit of light when all the world feels dark.

Welcome to Tucker Springs, Colorado. Population, 70-something-thousand. Home to beautiful mountain views, two respected universities, and a ridiculously high cost of living. Jason Davis can handle a breakup. And an overwhelming mortgage. And a struggling business. And the excruciating pain that keeps him up at night thanks to a shoulder injury. But handling all of it at once? No, not so much. When his shoulder finally pushes him to a breaking point, he takes a friend's advice and gives acupuncture a try. Acupuncturist Michael Whitman is a single dad struggling to make ends meet. When a mutual friend refers Jason as a patient, and Jason suggests a roommate arrangement to alleviate their respective financial strains, Michael jumps at the opportunity. Living together should be easy, and it would be if not for Jason's undeniable attraction to his new roommate. The temptation to act on those feelings is strong, but Michael is straight. Or at least, that's what their mutual friend claims... This previously published book is #1 in the Tucker Springs series, and can be read as a standalone.

Dustin Walker is still finding his footing after a long overdue divorce when he challenges a pool shark to a game in a bar. Enter Brandon Stewart-funny, friendly... and flirty? And Dustin is... flirting back? Forget finding his footing-Dustin is swept right off his feet by this sweet, gorgeous man. Suddenly he's exploring a whole new side of himself and his sexuality, and for the first time in his life, he's discovering what it's like to be in a healthy, functional relationship. But Dustin's conservative family still isn't over his divorce, and they aren't at all interested in accepting him getting involved with a man. As they question him, he second guesses himself. Is this really what he wants? Is he really bisexual? Or is Brandon just attractive because he's as different as can be from Dustin's ex-wife? Whatever the case, Dustin had better figure it out soon, because Brandon's patience will only stretch so far, especially if he's being asked to hide in someone else's closet. By the time Dustin realizes he's in love, it just might be too late. This book was previously published, and has been revised, including a new ending.

Graham et son partenaire Jackson règnent en maîtres dans le monde du rodéo depuis plus de dix ans. Seulement depuis quelques temps Graham a perdu son enthousiasme pour le lasso; il en a assez des bleus, de la mentalité de cowboy et des manifestations pour les droits des animaux qui ont lieu lors de chaque événement. Et puis il y a Jackson...Graham et Jackson sont amis d'enfance, mais les choses sont devenu quelque peu compliqué entre eux depuis l'année dernière où, ivres, les deux hommes ont fini par coucher ensemble. Si Graham a accepté l'idée qu'il puisse peut-être être gay, et être attiré par certains hommes, il finit toujours par paniquer et s'enfuir dès que les vêtements commencent à tomber.Tout change après sa prise de bec avec l'un des manifestants. Kaz est jeune, idéaliste, et super sexy. Et il a une idée bien précise pour aider Graham à dépasser son blocage et le mettre dans son lit.Tout ce qu'ils leur faut, c'est un peu de corde...

Blackjack dealer and stripper Adrian West has lived in Las Vegas long enough to be numb to beggars on the Strip. Their destitution is a sad, ugly part of reality in a city where people win or lose it all at the tables every single day.So he's at a loss to explain why the homeless man in the suit catches his eye. Why he can't just keep on walking like he always does. Former advertising executive Max Reynolds is a Las Vegas cliché. After a run of bad luck costs him his boyfriend, his job, and his home, he's decided to go out with a bang-a week of high-rolling capped off with a peaceful overdose in a luxury hotel room. When a last second epiphany keeps him from finishing the job, he's ready to live again... but he doesn't have a dime to his name. He has nothing.That is until a stranger takes him in off the street. Max may have hit rock bottom, but now he has a glimmer of hope and an unexpected friendship. A friendship that just might turn into everything neither man knew he was missing.

A queer retelling of Romeo & Juliet, except no one has to bury their gays. A decades-old family rivalry is reaching a boiling point as the patriarchs vie for a seat in Congress. Democrat vs Republican, Muslim vs Christian, Hashmi vs Swain - the Midwestern town of Arbor Hills is one spark away from an explosion of violence. So when two men find themselves irresistibly drawn together at a party, only to discover they were born on opposite sides of a bloody battle line, Matthew Swain and Rabi Hashmi know they should leave well enough alone. The pull between them is magnetic, though, and it's too strong to ignore. Unable to resist, they meet again in secret. Generations of hatred can't temper the passionate love growing between them, but two men falling for each other in the middle of a war zone can't hold back the inevitable clash. And when decades of political, religious, and personal strife finally come to a head, there will be blood. This 60,000 word novel was previously published.

Fool me three times...Dale Ramsey is looking forward to his twenty-year high school reunion except for one small problem: will his old friend - and old flame - be there? Adam O'Connor has disappeared twice from Dale's life. Once after a graduation night fling, and again after a hot reunion years later. When he resurfaces this time, single and on the verge of retiring from the Navy, he wants to mend fences with Dale. Mend fences and maybe tear up some sheets.The spark between them is alive and well, but Dale resists. After all, Adam has only been interested in him before when his life has been in flux, just like it is now, and Dale refuses to be anyone's placeholder until something better comes along. He wants his friend back, but he's not looking to be deserted a third time. Over and over, though, their attempts to rekindle their friendship wind up igniting something much hotter, and Dale's feelings for Adam are far too strong to ignore. Should he put himself on the line and risk another broken heart? Or should he be the one to walk away this time?This book was previously published.

After their umpteenth breakup, Brad Sweeney and Jeff Hayden are living apart and starting over from scratch. The morning after a promising first date, they're more optimistic than ever that they can make it work this time. Until Jeff's ex-wife and business partner calls to announce she's pregnant... with Jeff's baby. Brad's already competing with a demanding business for Jeff's time. Now there's a baby on the way, and worse, he's afraid Jeff is still carrying a torch for the woman who's carrying his child. Jeff is desperately trying to keep everything in his life together, but before he can even get his head around the news that he's going to be a father, his ex announces she wants to leave Tucker Springs. Now he has to either take over her role at the shop while ferrying the baby back and forth from Denver, or move the business-and himself-with her. Brad and Jeff knew reconciliation wouldn't be easy, but they're rapidly running out of room for compromise. And sooner or later, something has to give. This previously published book is #7 in the Tucker Springs series, and can be read as a standalone.

Doing the right thing could destroy everything... Tooth & Claw, Book 2 Levi, Ian, and Darius escaped death-by-wolf-pack by the skin of their teeth, but they're not out of the woods. The wolves are relentless. Help from humans? Not likely. Their only hope is a vampire commune in remote western Canada-if they make it in one piece. Even then, there's no guarantee they'll be offered sanctuary. The first challenge is to get there. Sunlight is deadly. Money is dwindling. Police and wolves alike are on the hunt. Worse, Levi hasn't recovered physically or emotionally from the accident that broke several of his bones and killed his best friend. He desperately wants Ian or Darius to turn him, which would heal his wounds, speed their escape, and sever his last tie to the wolves that made his life hell. Yet Darius hesitates, caught between his desire to help his lover, and fear that once this is all over, Levi and Ian will have no use-or desire-to keep him in the picture. And that's assuming they all make it to the end of this alive... This book was previously published.

*** LARGE PRINT EDITION *** For the last twelve years, Ryan "Angel" Morgan and Dante James have been partners in every sense of the word. They're lovers, they run a successful photography business together, and couldn't be happier. The only problem? They're both dominants who crave submission. Solution? Bring in submissives for sizzling hot threeway action.When Jordan Steele hires the photographers from his sister's wedding to shoot some promo pictures of his stallions, the sparks fly. There's something about them, something that's anything but vanilla, and he wants a taste of it. He's inexperienced, but curious, and Angel and Dante are more than happy to show him the ropes. Jordan is exactly what they need and they're exactly what he needs, but when emotions come into play, he may be more than they bargained for. After all, the one thing Angel and Dante can't give each other is submission. If one of them can get love and submission from Jordan, will the other be pushed out of the picture? This 100,000 word novel was previously published.

*** LARGE PRINT EDITION *** Liam Lansing is heir to a prominent family of bio-modified vampires. That is, until he chooses the wrong lover and is cast down to the Gutter to scrape for his life. Daniel Harding is heir to Cybernetix and a prince of the corporate Sky. That is, until his ideology drives his father to put a price on his head, forcing him into the Gutter. Years of anger and a heap of mods have kept Daniel and Liam apart. They have no reason to trust each other, but a bargain that began with the simple urge to live soon reminds them of the love they once shared. Together, they plan to rip open the hidden corruption that runs the Sky - for vengeance, for justice, and for hope. Only through courage in the face of death - or worse - might Daniel and Liam change the world they live in and create something new under the sun. This collection includes the following titles, which were previously published and are available individually: - A Chip in His Shoulder- Something New Under the Sun

Hacker Leotrim Nicolosi and Deputy Marshal Rich Cody may have escaped a vengeful crime boss by the skin of their teeth, but they're not out of danger yet. With the mob's tentacles embedded in everything from local law enforcement to federal agencies, the guys are running low on allies. Rich has one ace up his sleeve-the men who had his back in warzones during his time in the Marines. When he sends out a distress call, the cavalry comes running. Heavily armed, highly trained, and fully provisioned, they hunker down in a buddy's missile silo, ready to make a stand against whatever the Grimaldi family sends after Rich and Leo. Leo isn't so sure about the Marines, though. He trusts Rich, but something isn't right, and he's not a gambling man when his life is on the line. The Marines aren't so sure they trust him, either, and Rich suddenly finds himself in a standoff between the men he's bled with and the man he's quickly falling for. Now they're running out of time to either find the turncoat among them or get on the same side. Because the Grimaldi family is coming, and this time they're bringing out the big guns. Doubling Down is the sequel to Double or Nothing, and is the conclusion to the Double Trouble duology.

After years of saving every penny, Nathan has finally managed to buy Tsarina, the horse of his dreams, and he's looking forward to a summer of exploring the mountains above Tucker Springs with her. But on their very first ride, a motorcyclist makes a wrong turn, scaring the mare into bolting and leaving Nathan with a broken leg, a broken hand, and a ruined summer. Ryan is a loner and a nomad, content with working odd jobs before moving on to the next town. Feeling guilty for causing the accident that leaves Nathan in two casts, Ryan offers to keep Tsarina exercised until Nathan heals. A tentative friendship forms, and a strong attraction grows. Nathan doesn't want feelings getting involved, though. Not after a couple of nasty breakups and especially knowing that Ryan doesn't stay in one place-or relationship-for long. It's only a matter of time before Ryan drifts out of Tucker Springs and out of Nathan's world. But since when do feelings ever listen to reason? Now it's Nathan who's about to shy away, unless Ryan can ease his fears...assuming Ryan doesn't bolt first. This previously published book is #6 in the Tucker Springs series, and can be read as a standalone.

Tattoo artist Seth Wheeler thinks he's struck gold when Darren Romero rents the apartment across the hall. The new guy is gorgeous, witty, and single, plus he's just the right amount of bold and flirtatious. Perfect. Well, except for the part where he moved to Tucker Springs to take a job as the youth pastor at the New Light Church. While this hardcore atheist enjoys a hearty debate, Seth's painful past has led him to avoid believers-not out of judgment but out of self-preservation. Darren is everything Seth wants in a man except for that one massive detail that's impossible to overlook. But is Darren's religion the real problem? Or is it just a convenient smokescreen to keep Seth from facing a deeper fear? Seth needs to figure it out soon, because while Darren may be a patient man, he won't wait around for eternity. This previously published book is #4 in the Tucker Springs series, and can be read as a standalone.

A pizza delivery to a frat house makes a pair of ex-lovers cross paths. A down-on-his-luck car salesman gets lucky with his hot boss. A college math teacher finds himself face to face with his ex... as a student. And two flyboys heat up the nights on Okinawa. Sparks are flying, and clothes are flying off-check out these four short tales of gay love, including two available in print for the first time ever!

Jason Richards is ridiculously in love with his friend and coworker, Ahmed Kazimi. Unfortunately, Ahmed is a package deal-he has a boyfriend who, as far as Jason is concerned, needs to be launched into the sun. Then a mysterious carnival rolls into town, and Jason and Ahmed can't resist going. Not even if Ahmed's boyfriend can be depended on to make everybody miserable. When Ahmed wins a strange prize from an even stranger carnival game, weird things start happening. First, a mishap with a friend's newly purchased love potion. Then a cascade of steadily worsening bad luck starts to rain down on every corner of Ahmed's life. Though he doesn't believe in the paranormal, he can't help but wonder if his prize is cursed. Just to be safe, he throws it away. But it comes back. And it keeps coming back. Upon learning about the prize that won't go away, Jason suggests the only solution he can think of: return it to the place it came from. Now Ahmed and Jason are on a mission to get rid of the cursed prize... assuming they can find that game again. Step Right Up is part of the multi-author Carnival of Mysteries Series. Each book stands alone, but each one includes at least one visit to Errante Ame's Carnival of Mysteries, a magical, multiverse traveling show full of unusual acts, games, and rides. The Carnival changes to suit the world it's on, so each visit is unique and special. This book contains some long overdue friends to lovers, a strangely insightful caricaturist, and a little magical realism.

Ricardo Torralba and August Morrison don't agree on much besides the fact that they hate each other. According to Ricardo, August is a spoiled brat who really needs to knock off the sass once in a while. August insists that Ricardo needs a sense of humor, a good lay, or a well-placed bullet. Maybe all three. Fortunately, the assassin's profession is a solitary one, and they can go about their lives without getting in each other's way. Usually. When a contracted hit turns out to be a setup for both of them, they narrowly escape with their lives. Now, even if they don't like it (spoiler: they don't), August and Ricardo have to work together if they want a shot at survival. In between firefights and questionable interrogation methods as they hunt down their would-be killer, the cranky assassins discover that under all that mutual loathing is a spark of chemistry they can't ignore. They want to ignore it, they probably should ignore it, but August can't help flirting to annoy Ricardo, and Ricardo can think of at least one way to shut him up for a while. But they need to focus, damn it, and figure out who's gunning for them and why. Assuming they don't kill each other first. Hitman vs Hitman is a standalone gay romantic suspense featuring two men who'd rather chew glass than fall for each other, a whole lot of inappropriate comments, and some buttons that will need resewing.

The Vancouver Narwhals' star goalie. The New York Krakens' head coach. This can't possibly be a recipe for disaster. Goalie Brad Spencer is flying high after his team clinches the Cup and names him their MVP. Like his teammates, he's ready to celebrate-ideally with someone in his bed. When he slips off to a gay bar, he meets someone who's gorgeous, willing, and... absolutely the last man he should be touching. Head coach Anthony Caruso just wants to have a few drinks and get laid to soothe the sting of his team losing the Cup. Then that ridiculously sexy player from the opposing team strolls into the club. The chemistry is instantaneous, and a mountain of PHL regulations can't keep them apart. After all, it's just a hookup. And then another hookup. And then a summer getaway that's just enough time and privacy for them to get in way over their heads. When the hockey season starts up again, they walk away... but they can't stay away. Anthony and Brad value their careers way too much to be this reckless, but they've both been alone for way too long to ignore these feelings. Sooner or later, though, something has to give, and one of them is going to have to choose between the man he loves and the sport he lives for. Shot on Goal is book 3 of the Pucks & Rainbows series, and can be read as a standalone.