In the face of rivalry, only the bravest hearts win. MadisonI'm all too familiar with cocky hockey stars who think they rule the rink. So, when I'm assigned to cover the Sable Creek Saints' new season, I expect to deal with intense games and tough players. What I don't expect is to clash with Zach Brooks, the hockey team's star center. With his imposing build and confident demeanor, Zach is used to getting what he wants–on and off the ice. But I'm a professional, not a puck bunny, and I'm not afraid to challenge him.When Zach shows me his true colors, will it cement my preconceived ideas about egocentric jocks, or will it lead to healing hearts? ZachI'm not a hero. That title goes to my mom, a single mother and cancer survivor who sacrificed everything to make my dream of becoming a professional athlete come true. Because of her, I'm fiercely protective and loyal to those I love, including my teammates. When a snoopy reporter sticks her nose in my business, I go on the defensive, not expecting to fall hard and fast for her. Now I'm more determined than ever to show her that not all star players are self-centered jerks.When I'm faced with a decision to fight for what's right, will it tarnish my reputation and disappoint those who look up to me? Heart of a Defender is a sizzling romance about the power of protective love and the courage to stand up for what's right. Follow along as enemies become lovers and discover a heart-pounding journey packed with steam, love, loyalty, and redemption. steamy, enemies to lovers, protective alpha, hockey romance where he falls first

A former lover turned business rival is the last person I should ask for a favor, but she's the only one I can trust. Bangin' Brews is in financial trouble and months away from its final last call. As the only family member with professional business experience on an international level, saving the bar falls heaviest on my shoulders. I'll do whatever it takes to keep the business afloat, even if that means swallowing my pride and begging for forgiveness. Coco and I worked side by side for years, sharing space behind the bar slinging more drinks than I can count. But that all pales in comparison to the time we spent tangled between the sheets in hotels around the world. That all ended abruptly when we were both offered our dream jobs at opposite ends of the world for rival companies. We got everything we'd worked for. Everything we wanted. Or did we? Steamy, small town, second chance, enemies to lovers, workplace romance with a woman with a score to settle Bangin' Brews is a collection of steamy romances with cinnamon roll alphas and the women who fall for them. As always, my promise to you are stories with no cheating, no cliffhangers and endless happily ever afters. Read Rowan's Old Flame & all the King brothers and sister's stories:Talon's Dirty SecretRyder's Sugar BabyJoell's Boy ToyRebel's Big TipperBodhi's Bootie CallRocco's Gal PalLogan's Side Hustle

She's fiercely independent and keeps romantic relationships at arm's length. He needs to get his life together before thinking about getting involved with someone. Can they stick to a one-time friends with benefits agreement or will hearts collide and change them forever? BlairI'm a rule breaker and far from ladylike. Don't even try to pin a label on me. I'm no one's property, arm candy or otherwise.Moving away from an uptight town to Honey Ridge has given me space to breathe and live the lifestyle I choose without criticism.When the new guy in town turns up in my bathroom claiming to be my love man, things get tricky.Micah's like a new shiny toy that breaks all the rules. No assembly required, no batteries needed, and moving parts that work.But I'm not sure I'm ready for the lifetime guarantee he has in mind.MicahI got involved with the wrong crowd early in life and it's hounded me through adulthood. I'm tired of being judged for my past and I'm ready to move on.I get the break I need when I land a job at Bee Sweet Meadery in Honey Ridge. The only catch is sharing space with a stranger.When I arrive in town a week early to settle in, my new roommate and I are in for quite a surprise.Blair wraps me around her finger and wiggles her way into my heart with the bat of an eye and the sway of her hips.Can I convince her there's room for both love and independence in our lives? My promise to you: Dragonfly Dreams is steamy and sweet, with insta-love romance and guaranteed happily ever after. Absolutely no cliffhangers and no cheating. I write sassy, strong, curvy women who don't need a man to save the day but love a man who can charm their hearts.