HOLIDAYS WITH THE PROFESSOR

Alexa Padgett

Release Date: November 9

In his world of numbers, Libby’s presence turned his life into an unexpected calculation of love, grief, and second chances.

Professor Jamieson Finch, renowned for his academic brilliance, must confront the variables of life after tragedy thrusts him into single parenthood. When Libby, a determined grad student, enters his world, the equation shifts again.

Their connection is as undeniable as the mathematics they adore. With the holiday season approaching, the timing for a romance is imperfect…and forbidden. Dare Jamieson and Libby embrace the chance for a love that defies all odds?

This heartwarming holiday novella overflows with cheer and the transformative power of two lonely souls uniting to create an unexpected family. “Holidays with the Professor” is a story of hope, healing, and the magic of love during the most wonderful time of the year.

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Sunny Shelly’s Review: 4 Stars

This Christmastime novella was a quick read at about 10 chapters. It is a sweet and heartwarming story between professor Jamieson and one of his grad students, single mom Libby.

When Libby has to unexpectedly bring her infant son to class one day, it has the potential to be disastrous. But instead, Hudson’s presence sparks an unexpected connection between the single mom and her math professor.

While I didn’t feel the instalove connection between Jamieson and Libby (it seemed rather abrupt to me), I did appreciate how these two brought out something special in one another.

I received an advanced copy and voluntarily left a review.

Meet Alexa Padgett:

USA Today bestseller Alexa Padgett’s books have garnered accolades from prestigious organizations, including Kirkus Reviews, National Indie Excellence Awards, and Publishers Weekly.

Alexa spent a good part of her youth traveling. From Budapest to Belize, Calgary to Coober Pedy, she soaked in the myriad smells, sounds, and feels of these gorgeous places, wishing she could live in them all–at least for a while. And she does in her books.

She lives in New Mexico with her husband, children, and Great Pyrenees pup, Ash. When not writing, schlepping, or volunteering, she can be found in her tiny kitchen, channeling her inner Barefoot Contessa.

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Sunny Shelly’s Review: 4 Stars

It’s been a few years since I’ve read a book by Renee Harless, and I’d forgotten how much I enjoyed her storytelling! Nate and Alexandra’s story was wonderful — charming, full of heart, emotional, and with the two most adorable little girls!

Before the book begins, Nate and Alexandra had a one-night stand, with neither of them knowing that he is her older brother’s best friend. (She was always away at dance camp when he visited during the summers, it is explained.) I loved that when Nate showed up at the B&B with his twin daughters in tow, he had no clue who Alex was and she immediately remembered him. It made his attraction to her all that more delicious, because there was something so familiar about Alex that he couldn’t put his finger on.

Both Alex and Nate have some past-relationship trauma, and neither one of them is looking for anything serious. But while he’s in town, they agree to have some fun. Naturally, feelings get involved, and their no-strings-fling quickly ties them together. But when Nate has to leave unexpectedly to handle a family matter, will it be the end of what could have been between them?

I loved the relationship between these two, and I adored how easily Alex slipped into the mother role for his twins. Their time apart was hard on all of them, but that made the reunion so much sweeter!

This book is a standalone in a series; I did not read Autum & Colton’s story, and had no issues keeping up with the family happenings. But now I definitely want to go back and read their book before the rest of the series comes out! I received an advanced copy and voluntarily left a review.

Meet Renee Harless

Renee Harless is a USA TODAY bestselling author with an affinity for wine and a passion for telling a good story.  

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MINE TO HONOR

Natasha Madison

Release Date: November 3

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From Wall Street Journal & USA Today bestselling author Natasha Madison comes a small town, best friends to lovers, fake marriage, and forced proximity romance.

When your best friend asks you for the biggest favor of her life.

EVA
Things were finally looking up for me.
I was my own boss; I owned my own house—
and I recently was contacted by an older sister I didn’t know I had.
Everything was perfect…until tragedy struck.
All the things that had come into my life were suddenly gone—except for one thing: my niece.

LEVI
I was a confirmed bachelor.
I was married to my work and committed to nothing more.
No woman was going to change that.
Eva is my best friend and needed a life-changing favor:
Marry her so she could gain custody of her niece.
A marriage of convenience that would only last a year, tops.
But there were stipulations we hadn’t planned on.
Things got blurry—lines got crossed.
I would honor my commitment…I just hope I can walk away.

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Sunny Shelly’s Review: 5 Stars

Meet Natasha Madison:

When her nose isn’t buried in a book, or her fingers flying across a keyboard writing, she’s in the kitchen creating gourmet meals. You can find her, in four inch heels no less, in the car chauffeuring kids, or possibly with her husband scheduling his business trips. It’s a good thing her characters do what she says, because even her Labrador doesn’t listen to her…

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Because of Her by Jewel E. Ann is now live! 

“If sin weren’t pretty, it wouldn’t be so tempting.”

I was an accomplished music professor.

Happily single. 

Perfectly content.

Now, I’m unemployed.

Pining for a dark, brooding guy named Jack who lives in a garage with a piano.

And I’m plotting to seduce a married man because his daughter is responsible for my nephew committing suicide.

I don’t know why teenage girls are so mean. 

I don’t know why rich men cheat on their wives. 

And I don’t know why Jack has serial killer vibes, even though he leaves me speechless every time he speaks.

All I know for sure is that I feel safe in a stranger’s arms and understood by someone I don’t understand.

“You should be a little scared of everyone because humans are unpredictable.” 

How far will I go for revenge? More than that …

How far will he go to save me? 

*This book contains material involving sexual assault and suicide. Reader discretion is advised.

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Sunny Shelly’s Review: 4 Stars

Because of Her is a gripping, emotional story of revenge, grief, family, love, and recovery. Fans who read and loved Jewel’s Jack & Jill series will love reading this book about… well, Jack… and see the guy finally meet his match.

I enjoyed the journey that both Frankie and Jack went out, how their friendship evolved and they found solace and security in one another. Jack is a morally gray hero, and I found him fascinating. I struggled with JEA’s choice to make Frankie’s chapters as 1st person and Jack’s chapters 3rd POV; it’s a personal preference of mine, and I found it a bit difficult to go back and forth.

However, this overall story was interesting. It’s darker and heavier than some of JEA’s other books that I’ve read, so know that going in: it’s not a lighthearted romcom with quirky characters.

I received an advanced copy and voluntarily left a review.

Meet  Jewel E. Ann

Jewel is a Wall Street Journal & USA Today bestselling author with a quirky sense of humor. When she’s not saving the planet one tree at a time, you can find her role modeling questionable behavior to her three boys, binge-watching Netflix with her husband, and writing mind-bending romance. 

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Watch Your Mouth by Kandi Steiner is now live! 

My brother’s teammates know not to touch me—but that doesn’t stop me from daring Jaxson Brittain to be the first to break the rule.

After one steamy night in Austin, I’m all too aware of the hot, broody defenseman with icy blue eyes and ink sprawling his muscular arms. He was the one my brother assigned to keep me safe—and I had far too much fun tempting him to be the one to put me in danger.

It was just one night of tip-toeing the line, of teasing and flirting and messing around knowing nothing would ever come of it.

But when the universe throws me back into his lap two weeks later and we end up on a secret road trip together, all bets are off.

I can’t help but touch him. I can’t help but pray for him to touch me. And I can’t resist the temptation to test him at every turn.

Jaxson is smart and doesn’t have a death wish. So, like a gentleman, he keeps his hands to himself… the jerk.

But the closer we get on the road and the farther we get from reality, the less those warning signs from my brother seem to deter him.

When we started this road trip, we set a boundary. We promised to keep all arms and legs safely in the friend zone.

Now, miles and miles away from all the reasons we shouldn’t, all I can hear is my heart thumping out the resounding reason we should.

And the way those heated blue eyes watch me, I know I’m not the only one.

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TROPES:

Pro Hockey Romance
Teammate’s Little Sister/Brother’s Best Friend
Road Trip
Forced Proximity
One Bed
Age Gap
Opposites Attract
Forbidden
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Watch Your Mouth is book two in the Kings of the Ice series: a series of interconnected standalones following a team of professional hockey players and the women who bring them to their knees. They do not need to be read in order, but you will gain glimpses of future characters/couples in each book.

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Sunny Shelly’s Review: 4 Stars

Kandi Steiner takes a brother’s best friend/teammate’s sister forbidden romance and sends her characters off on a forced proximity road trip in Watch Your Mouth.

Grace and Jaxson are so hot together. He is utterly smitten with Grace from the moment he meets her, and his infatuation and feelings grow as they jet off together after she breaks up with her boyfriend. There is a great connection between the characters, and I loved their banter. Their relationship develops from friends to lovers and the reader sees it all happen while Grace and Jaxson are on their road trip together.

KS adds in her signature angst, however — These two don’t live in the same city. Will they be able to make their relationship work once their road trip comes to an end?

This book was a wonderful addition to the Kings of the Ice series! I received an advanced copy and voluntarily left a review.

Meet Kandi

Kandi Steiner is an Amazon Top 5 bestselling author and whiskey connoisseur living in Tampa, FL. Best known for writing “emotional rollercoaster” stories, she loves bringing flawed characters to life and writing about real, raw romance — in all its forms. No two Kandi Steiner books are the same, and if you’re a lover of angsty, emotional, and inspirational reads, she’s your gal.

An alumna of the University of Central Florida, Kandi graduated with a double major in Creative Writing and Advertising/PR with a minor in Women’s Studies. She started writing back in the 4th grade after reading the first Harry Potter installment. In 6th grade, she wrote and edited her own newspaper and distributed to her classmates. Eventually, the principal caught on and the newspaper was quickly halted, though Kandi tried fighting for her “freedom of press.” 

She took particular interest in writing romance after college, as she has always been a die hard hopeless romantic, and likes to highlight all the challenges of love as well as the triumphs.

When Kandi isn’t writing, you can find her reading books of all kinds, planning her next adventure, or pole dancing (yes, you read that right). She enjoys live music, traveling, playing with her fur babies and soaking up the sweetness of life.

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SWITCHED AT BIRTH BY LEIGH LENNON

Release date: October 26th

Genre/Tropes: MM/Taboo

SWITCHED AT BIRTH BY LEIGH LENNON IS NOW LIVE!

Get Ready for an MM Romance That Breaks Taboos and Warms Hearts!

Leigh Lennon is about to take you on a journey that will challenge your preconceptions and celebrate love’s infinite possibilities.

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BLURB:

What happens when two souls meant to live their life together are separated at birth? Would fate find a way to reunite them, where they fall in love without knowing their lineage?

Could fate be that cruel? This is the question posed at the start of a story so complicated no one could predict how these men would find their way back to one another.

This is the story of Noah James and Ashton Brooks. Noah was born as a twin, with his brother Liam, leading an everyday life with wealthy and loving parents. Ashton was raised by a single mom. Even though Noah and Ashton always knew love, their lives were in complete contrast until they met and shared a chemistry that transcended time and understanding.

Both MCs are over 18.

Written in first person.

Sunny Shelly’s Review: 4 Stars

About Leigh Lennon:

Leigh Lennon is mother, veteran and a wife of a cancer survivor. Originally with a degree in education, she started writing as an outlet that has led to a deep passion. She lugs her computer with her as she crafts her next story. One could say she loves pretty nails, big earrings and spiky hair. She can be found drinking coffee or wine, depending on the time of the day.

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SHE WAS MINE FIRST

M. Robinson

Release Date: October 30

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He’s a determined billionaire used to getting what he wants, and she’s prepared to marry the wrong man to prove to them she’s moved on. But neither of them is ready to let go of the past…

A small-town, friends to lovers, second chance romance from Wall Street Journal & USA Bestselling Author M. Robinson

Being the man of honor in my best friend Rosie’s wedding wouldn’t be such a big deal…

If I wasn’t in love with her.

But I won’t turn her down. No matter how much it’ll tear my heart out to watch her walk down the aisle toward another man.

It should have been us—from friends to lovers and back again. But after college, I was so busy building my empire that I let her slip through my fingers. She was my first. And once she realizes he’s the wrong one for her…

I’ll be her last.

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Sunny Shelly’s Review: 5 Stars

I absolutely loved She Was Mine First. I’ve read several books by Monica Robinson, and I think that this was definitely one of the more emotional, angsty ones. Ethan and Livvy’s romance was a rollercoaster of a story that has all the feels.

She Was Mine First is a friends-to-lovers-to-friends-to-lovers journey that culminates with Livvy about to get married and Ethan running out of time to convince her that he’s the man she should be with. I loved how MR wrote these characters; we got to see them both come into their own as individuals as their friendship progressed and changed over the years. “That summer” changed both of them forever, and neither of them ever got over the other one.

This story reminded me a lot of A Love Affair With Whiskey by Kandi Steiner — one of my all-time favorite angsty books and the story that I use as my “angst benchmark.” And I say that as a compliment to MR! Well done!

I received an advanced story and voluntarily left a review.

Meet M. Robinson:

M. Robinson is the Wall Street Journal and USA Today Bestselling author of more than thirty novels in Contemporary Romance and Romantic Suspense. Crowned the “Queen of Angst” by her loyal readers, you’ll feel the cut of her pen slicing through your heart as your soul bleeds upon the words of her stories with each turn of the page.

Most notably known for the Good Ol’ Boys, M’s newest venture has graced her with the #1 Bestseller on Apple Books with Second Chance Contract. The Second Chance Men are powerful, intelligent and will sweep you off your feet and leave you weak in the knees–every woman’s wildest dreams.

M. lives the boat life along the Gulf Coast of Florida with her two puppies and real life book boyfriend, the inspiration for all her filthy talking alphas, Bossman.

When she isn’t in the cave writing her next epic love story, you can usually spot her mad-dashing through Target or in the drive-thru of Starbucks, refueling. Yes, she’s a self-proclaimed shopaholic, but only if she’s spending Bossman’s money.

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THE BUSINESS CARD BOYFRIEND

Krista Sandor

Release Date: October 26

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Hailey Higgins just got dumped at the altar—and she’s nearly broke. Her only saving grace is a remote cabin a long-lost relative left her in the tiny mountain town of Starrycard Creek. It should be the perfect place to shut out the world and shun love. Under no circumstances should she want anything to do with the ruggedly handsome Finnegan Starrycard.

Finn is a growly, self-proclaimed bachelor for life. He’s the local handyman. That’s what it says on his business card. And this handyman has deemed her cabin to be uninhabitable.

Out of options, she can’t say no when Finn offers her his spare bedroom while he makes the necessary repairs to her place. Two love-haters under one roof sounds ideal until a boozy night leads to an agreement. Roommates with benefits. All physical. No feelings. And heaven help her! This handyman works magic with his hands, his tongue, and his . . . well, you get it.

She cannot fall in love with Finnegan Starrycard—or the picturesque town, or his endearingly quirky family. Still, the longer she stays, the harder it is to ignore the chemistry between them.

In Starrycard Creek, the locals say love is always in the cards.

Hailey would like to think she’s done with love.

But thanks to one grumpy handyman, love might not be done with her yet.

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Sunny Shelly’s Review: 4 Stars

Hailey and Finn’s totally awkward meet-cute was hilarious. The Business Card Boyfriend was a lighthearted, fun read featuring a jilted bride who has sworn off love, a grumpy handyman who has sworn off love, a gang of rogue raccoons, and a quirky small mountain town that is in love with love.

Hailey and Finn are both love-haters, but they are so perfect for each other. Their witty banter is refreshing, and the connection between them is sizzling hot. With the cabin she inherited a run-down mess, Hailey crashes at Finn’s house while he repairs hers. After one boozy night, they give in to the attraction growing between them, agreeing to a no-strings fling for however long she’s in town. But nothing is ever that simple and as feelings grow between them, will Hailey and Finn decide to take a chance on something real?

This story had heart and humor, and some big feels. While I’m not a fan of 3rd person storytelling, I will overlook that since we got the story from both Hailey and Finn’s POV!

I received an advanced copy and voluntarily left a review.

Meet Krista Sandor:

If there’s one thing Krista Sandor knows for sure, it’s that romance saved her. After she was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 2015, her world turned upside down. During those difficult first days, her dear friend sent her a romance novel. That kind gesture provided the escape she needed and ignited her love of the genre. Inspired by the strong heroines and happily ever afters, Krista decided to write her own romance novels. Today, she is an MS Warrior and living life to the fullest. When she’s not writing, you can find her running 5Ks with her handsome husband and chasing after her growing boys in Denver, Colorado.

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