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The Cloaked Freeway is finally in a position to effect real change, and I want so badly to be a part of it. Since I was a little kid, its been my dream to free my people from under the humans' rule. And now I have the chance to make that dream a reality. But helping them means giving up so much. I have a family now, a pride, and I don't want to put them at risk. Luckily for me, my mate wants to be a part of the revolution, too, but that still leaves everyone else.

Eternity is too long to go without getting any. Companionship these days is easier to get, thanks to the internet. Hookups, too, thanks to the mini-computers everyone carries around in their pockets to talk to each other. Want a quickie? Just open your chosen app and slide right. What’s harder is getting someone you can genuinely connect to, not only through a screen but in person.

What do you do with an irresistible neighbor you didn't account for in your life? Caleb had big dreams of opening a bakery when he was young, but they were shattered when tragedy struck, making him the man of the house. His mom and younger brother depend on him to be strong and support them, even if it meant sacrificing himself. He was resigned to being a cog in the wheel in a job he hated, until his new neighbor moves in and challenges everything. Zack didn't do relationships. After his family cut ties with him, he vowed to stick to friendships in the future.

Samuel has barely been at school a day when the resident bad boy makes it known how much he hates Samuel. He’s determined to make Samuel’s life hell. But what he doesn’t know about Samuel is that he gives as good as he gets. And Hunter Reil might have finally met his match. Because Samuel’s not going down easy. If there's one thing Samuel's good at, it's fighting. And he'll fight back until he literally can't fight anymore.

Can two broken people release their demons, open their hearts, and find lasting love? Petra's strong, take-no-prisoners attitude is severely challenged when she's abducted by aliens, destined to be sold as a sex slave. To escape, she needs the help of the most irritating, hunky alien male this side of the Milky Way. Their chemistry is off the charts despite the fact that Shadow can be an annoying dick. Sold into the gladiator arena by his own parents, the only emotion this alien knows is anger. Until he meets Petra, whose grit, as well as her delightful body, sets him on fire.

Gifted power over life and death, Lysandros has spent millennia in the underworld, listless and alone. The youngest child of Hades and Persephone, he’s been sheltered from the threats in the world above. Theo Ward hasn’t been so lucky. After watching his mother wither away, he’d do almost anything to have her back. Set against the king of Olympus, they must shed their past burdens and learn to trust each other, so they can face down a storm that threatens to wipe the nation’s capital off the map.

Tabitha Mathews has never had much luck with men. Her past relationships only left her heart aching and her self-esteem beaten down. But who needs them? She’s doing just fine on her own. She has a booming home business, an adorable, mischievous dog, and she just became a first-time homeowner…right next door to the hottest man she’s ever seen. Oh, did she mention that he happens to be an alien? An alien with dreamy, glowing eyes, wicked fangs and claws, and a tail. But she’s not supposed to know that.

My life has had three modes since my wife passed away. Work. Work. And work. And I’m not even any good at that. Unless I find the money I owe everyone, only a miracle can keep my bar afloat. Until he comes into my life. Kyle Brady. I’ve never looked at another man the same way I look at him. It’s a dangerous feeling. Somehow I’m roped into letting him help my business and he wants to fix everything.

Branded by the trauma of his past, Eli is struggling in his freshman year of college. He might be afraid of just about everything, but in his heart of hearts, he's nobody's bitch. Yet it's at his lowest point that he first hears it. Him. The voice. Afraid it's a sign of his fragile psyche's demise, Eli is torn between hunting down the source to prove it's real and ignoring it in case it isn't. His eventual quest will see him grappling with geese, battling burritos, and dodging deities - all in the search for his sanity. And maybe, just maybe, finding love.

Brodie: My rock band has reached the pinnacle of success but fame has its price. Sooner or later, people let you down or sell you out. Except Ivan Cross. My manager, my muse, my obsession. There’s nothing in this world that I want more than Van. And I always get what I want.

For a decade, I left my broken heart on the shelf to raise my daughter Maddie alone. Then Lexie and Olivia came into my life, and things have never been the same since. But enjoying the affections of two beautiful, complex women is one thing. Navigating the nuances of love with both of them at once is another altogether. It soon proves to be a challenge that extends well beyond the three of us.

Being with Carter has given Micah freedom and care he never experienced before. He’s blossomed, feeling finally like himself, be it in lace, makeup, or onesies. His daddy is with him every step of the way, making sure he feels loved. Together, they explore even more in the world of age play. Carter never thought he’d find another boy to care for, but then he met Micah. It’s time to embrace his future with his partner, care for him, and pamper him because that’s what a daddy does. And if it involves making more permanent commitments? Maybe it’s time to take the leap.

We're supposed to be free: Joseph, Marco, and me. I'm not their captive anymore, and my men have escaped their criminal lives. Our new home in Boston is blissfully peaceful and safe. Until it's not safe anymore. Joseph's father is a powerful mafia boss, and a ruthless usurper intends to demonstrate his viciousness by targeting Dominic Russo's only son.

At home, my life is amazing, thanks to my boyfriend, Cosmo Ono-Nai, and his wonderful family that I’ve become a part of. I’m happier than I’ve ever been in my life. But work is a different story. All anyone’s talking about is the Red Cloth this, the Red Cloth that. I can’t escape them, and all I really want is to find someplace the witches can’t reach, take my family—my pride—there, and hide them away from the world.

A writer’s work retreat ends in horror when he discovers the locals have a diabolical end in store for him. Bad reviews lead to bloodshed when a local theater production unleashes a sinister spirit. And a PI’s investigation leads him straight to a cozy little pub, with a reputation for terror…

This steamy collection features eight gay romance short stories.

Leon’s never seen romance and attraction the same way everyone else has, and he doesn’t really mind that. When life is filled with everything from college classes to a best friend who’s a trouble magnet, who has time for romance anyway? At least that’s what he thinks until he meets his new roommate. Morgan’s always been on the outside looking in, and college hasn’t helped the situation any.

Jack's been keeping a secret from his friends...Tom is in the hospital, but not for a physical injury. He's stuck in wolf form, unable to shift back! When Tom is released, Jack has no option but to come clean. He loves Tom with all his ears, even if they can't secure their bond yet. He knows that somehow, they will find a way to help Tom shift back.

John Cutter has lived a blessed life since his most recent birthday, but his luck just might be running out. Sure, he's got the hottest harem of monster girls, demons, half-orcs, half-angels, and elves anyone could imagine, but he's also got necromancer drama, a murder to cover up, and a dungeon to delve. It's not all easy living in the day-to-day existence of a budding young Incubus Lord!

Polyamory. The first time Riot says the word, it feels like everything slots into place. Maybe I’m not greedy for loving both of my best friends at once. For most of my life I didn’t think I could ever have the kind of love I’ve been dreaming of, but somehow a sexy bartender with a major sweet tooth is making it all seem possible. Maybe Riot is right, our capacity for love is bigger than most people let themselves see. But will Leo and Hudson feel the same? Will they be willing to try to build this beautiful, complicated life with me?