Tina Lee is fresh out of jail and trying her level best to make it on her own. Returning home late from work, Tina discovers an abandoned puppy, skin and bones and blind.Timmy Li is the Rattlers' star young pitcher and he's wary of women making moves on his billionaire father who's newly single. When he discovers Tina palling around with his dad, he's determined to derail her—by dating her.When Timmy rescues Tina from a gang of abusive men, he has a hard time hating her—especially since she has a soft spot for Donut, the blind double dappled dachshund puppy. Besides, she's pretty cute herself. When the puppy cuddles up to Timmy, he takes him along on their date as the perfect chaperone—blind and partially deaf.Can Tina trust the wealthy and privileged pitcher with her bruised and fragile heart? Especially since he believes she's from the wrong side of the tracks.The Men of Spring Baseball...

Choco Sanchez is stuck in a rut. She's been friends forever with the head cook at her family's restaurant. When food consultant Johnny Dee hits on her and gets her a makeover, she falls head over heels. Carlos Lopez isn't about to lose his best friend. When Johnny changes the menu, Carlos sends him into the dumpster and sets to claim Choco's heart by cooking hot, spicy, and steamy.

Choco Sanchez is stuck in a rut. She's been friends forever with the head cook at her family's restaurant. When food consultant Johnny Dee hits on her and gets her a makeover, she falls head over heels. Carlos Lopez isn't about to lose his best friend. When Johnny changes the menu, Carlos sends him into the dumpster and sets to claim Choco's heart by cooking hot, spicy, and steamy.

Jen Jones hides a horrible secret behind her new degree, toned body, and exciting job at Silicon Valley’s hottest startup—until a man linked to her past is killed in a hit-and-run. CEO and founder Dave Jewell is about to land a huge deal. He doesn't need blood on his car, threatening phone calls, and Jen wrapped in broken code and blackmail. A gang of thugs hunts Jen, and she takes refuge in Dave’s protective arms. Together, they must thwart a killer and rescue an innocent victim from their past. Love blossoms, but a damaging revelation points straight at Jen, threatening to tear them apart forever.About the AuthorRachelle Ayala was a software engineer until she discovered storytelling works better in fiction than real code. She has over thirty years of writing experience and has always lived in a multi-cultural environment. The tapestry of characters in her books reflect that diversity. Rachelle is currently working on story dealing with women and contemporary issues. She is a very happy woman and lives in California with her husband. She has three children and has taught violin and made mountain dulcimers.

Melisa Hart has a soft spot for her brother Connor’s ex-best buddy, Rob Reed. Unfortunately, Rob slept with Connor’s girlfriend and is no longer welcome with any of the Harts. Melisa lends her pet lovebird for a Christmas Toy Drive, but a mix-up brings her face to face with Rob and his lovebird. Melisa is drawn into a whirlwind romance with Rob and discovers he hasn’t told her the entire story.

Sequel to A Father for Christmas. Kelly Kennedy and Tyler Manning have a baby on the way, but PTSD and Afghanistan haunts Tyler and he returns to run a children's charity. Meanwhile, Kelly's daughter Bree misses Tyler and wants a pet for Christmas. When Tyler is captured by terrorists and goes missing, Kelly and Bree hold onto hope while Tyler fights to survive and return home for Christmas.

“Sexy and explosive. A modern day Romeo and Juliet story with a surprising twist.” Florist Terri Martin lives a calm and peaceful life. Maybe too calm and too peaceful because she can’t remember the last time she was in a relationship. Terri calls Bad Boys for Hire to book herself a date for her thirtieth birthday party, but before she can hire one, she meets Ryker Slade, a biker hiding from his motorcycle club. Old vendettas resurface and soon, Terri has more than she can handle when she learns that her and Ryker’s love is as doomed as Romeo and Juliet’s. Ryker thinks he has a way out, but can Terri escape her fate, or will she find her lover dead before she wakes?**

Vera Custodio has never fallen in love, though she has strong feelings for her friend and sometimes lover, Zach Spencer. Long-forgotten memories resurface when Vera discovers Zach’s mother was the woman her father supposedly murdered many years ago. After losing his leg, former triathlete Zach Spencer reevaluates his life—and realizes he’s falling in love with Vera. After she ends their relationship, Zach is determined to prove his love and follows her to Australia in search of the killer. Caught between a web of family secrets and a deranged adversary, Vera and Zach must depend on each other for survival. Love blossoms, but the truth explodes everything Vera knows about herself. Will she close her heart forever or risk it all for a shot at happily-ever-after?

Investment banker Carina Chen doesn’t need distractions—especially the sexy, guitar-playing barista she rooms with. But when her boss asks her to turn Dylan into a businessman, she can’t think of a reason not to take advantage of his hospitality. Their chemistry is white hot, and Carina risks all for a night of love. Will Carina find her true heart before she loses her job and her chance for love?

Sequel to A Father for Christmas. Kelly Kennedy and Tyler Manning have a baby on the way, but PTSD and Afghanistan haunts Tyler and he returns to run a children's charity. Meanwhile, Kelly's daughter Bree misses Tyler and wants a pet for Christmas. When Tyler is captured by terrorists and goes missing, Kelly and Bree hold onto hope while Tyler fights to survive and return home for Christmas.

Melisa Hart has a soft spot for her brother Connor’s ex-best buddy, Rob Reed. Unfortunately, Rob slept with Connor’s girlfriend and is no longer welcome with any of the Harts. Melisa lends her pet lovebird for a Christmas Toy Drive, but a mix-up brings her face to face with Rob and his lovebird. Melisa is drawn into a whirlwind romance with Rob and discovers he hasn’t told her the entire story.

Evie Sanchez is recovering from heartbreak by working at her parents’ Filipino restaurant when in walks Romeo Garcia, the boy she left behind. Only now, he’s a hot movie star surrounded by gorgeous actresses and adoring fans. Bad boy Romeo Garcia never understood why Evie stood him up at the prom. When he rescues her from a flying coconut in the dumpster, he is determined to dig into her heart for the reason. Their mutual attraction and unresolved feelings ignite in a scintillating night of daring sex, and Romeo shows Evie what she’ll miss the rest of her life if she walks away again. Evie lands a part as Romeo’s co-star and falls into her role, totally in love. He plays his part, too, with his romantic gestures and skillful lovemaking. But is the fantasy real or revenge? Evie and Romeo are about to discover if their buried feelings will explode in pure delight or utter disaster.

She lost it all in one agonizing moment Princess Michal is used to getting everything she wants, and she has her heart set on the young hero David. But their passionate love affair is destroyed by her fathers murderous rage. Will David's departing promises be enough? David the king is no longer the charming harpist she gave her heart to. The most powerful man in Israel, he falls into the arms of the beautiful Bathsheba. Michal vows to be the only woman in Davids heart, but does she know her own? A novel of betrayal, forbidden love, and redemption, Michal's Window is an imaginative retelling of King David's story through the eyes of the woman who loved him first.

Investment banker Carina Chen doesn’t need distractions—especially the sexy, guitar-playing barista she rooms with. But when her boss asks her to turn Dylan into a businessman, she can’t think of a reason not to take advantage of his hospitality. Their chemistry is white hot, and Carina risks all for a night of love. Will Carina find her true heart before she loses her job and her chance for love?

This is Book 2 of 4Research librarian Andie Wales is devastated to learn that the man she fell in love with is a professional athlete who plays on and off the field. When Cade's past mistakes catch up with him, Andie urges him to go back to California to do the right thing. Meanwhile, Andie's father's medical bills are mounting, and she needs to take on a second job. A lucrative offer to do research for a scriptwriter lands in her inbox. Andie flies to Los Angeles to take up the job and finds Cade at the airport. Andie needs to send every penny she makes home to her family, so she agrees to stay at Cade's to save money, as long as he promises their relationship is friends only. Can she negotiate a benefits package that'll keep her heart intact? Just when she thinks she's got everything under control, her past slams her with a shocking surprise. Warning: Cliffhanger. Cade and Andie's love story continues in Part 3. goo.gl/SZFxymReview"... a beautifully provoking and exquisitely touching journey of finding and keeping the type of love that breathes life and hope ..." - Amber McCallister."Even with the hurdles of life, true love prevails!!!" - Keli Morgan."A great second book to the series. I am in love with the characters as they piss me, make me hate them, then believe in happy ever after." - Lillian Maddox-Cummings."Sometimes in life we are given a second chance at love and must figure out if we are really being true to ourselves when judging the actions of others. True love is worth the fight and extra effort that it needs to overcome the hurdles that are placed in front of us." - Rebecca Austin."Just when I think Ms. Ayala can't top herself, she does it again. This book will take you on a wild ride so you better sit tight and hold on!" - Tope Awofeso."A great continuance of Cade and Andie's story. They are in the process of learning and loving each other all while facing hurdles from their past coming front and center. This is a definite must read." - Terri Merkel."... will fumble your heart, have your side aching with laughter, and leave you begging for more." - Racquel ReckFrom the Inside FlapExcerpt #1:He stepped toward the ornately carved double doors and pulled her body against his as he stumbled across the threshold.Andie grabbed onto him, arms over his shoulders. He took two heavy steps, then regained his balance, slamming her back against the wall.She lost her breath and her mouth opened in shock, only to encounter Cade's lips crashing into her. Everything exploded around her, the heat of the summer evening, being inside Cade's mansion, the lonely nights replaying him in her mind, and all Andie could do was gasp and allow him to plunder her mouth.His tongue moved wickedly, smooth as silk and rough with desire. His body was hot and hard, especially the rod pressing between her legs. Her open legs. Holy bratwurst. She'd promised herself to guard her heart. Must. Push. Away. Must. Clamp. Lips. Shut. Must not rub against him.She wiggled and squirmed, her hands wildly grabbing as she supposedly fended off his passion-filled kisses. His skillful tongue darted and flickered, probing and teasing, before he deepened the kiss, his entire head moving to massage her lips.Andie moaned in sheer bliss. He was rock hard against her, and his hands had crept to her breasts, smoothly and surely massaging her. Her clothes were too tight, too constraining. Even as he politely remained outside of her bra, she gave herself over, clamping her legs around his waist and moving her crotch over his hard-on.She might not have an idea about how men were in LA, or how Cade lived and behaved, but what better way to find out than to stay with him, as friends, of course. Maybe with benefits. Big benefits. Like Goliath sized benefits.Excerpt #2:"I told you I would never hurt you. I promised it.""You will hurt me, even if you don't try, and I'll hurt you too, if only accidentally.""Then what do we do?" He unclasped her hands and turned around to face her. "Are you saying we're both liars and cheats?"She couldn't help but nod, even as tears flooded her eyes. "Even the man after God's own heart lies and cheats. That's what I've been learning all week. It's because we're always lying to ourselves, Cade. The difference is whether we believe those lies or not."She could feel the anger diminishing, as his muscles softened. Admitting that she'd lied hadn't ended the world, but could he ever trust her again? She wanted more than anything for Cade to believe in her. But how could he, when she didn't even know what to believe about her own feelings?Cade gently stroked her hair, then cupped her face with both hands and lowered his head to hers. "What happens if we don't believe those lies?"She let out the breath she'd been holding. "We face our true selves, and it's ugly, real ugly.""No, Andie." He kissed her forehead. "It's when we face our true selves that we can love, and then it's all beautiful again."That sounded so deep and beautiful. Andie's throat tightened. She wanted to tell him how much he meant, and how much she'd suffered while he was gone, but would he believe her? "I won't say I love you, because I don't want to lie." She tried to sound casual, maybe even carefree. It was a teaser to lighten the mood. She wasn't ready yet to commit to her feelings. Not unless he felt the same way."Then I won't say I love you, either." A grin crinkled his eyes, and he rubbed his nose against her. "I un-love you, and that's a lie I don't believe.""I un-love you, too."

Maryanne Torres is a compassionate nurse who fails at relationships. After a string of losers, she swears off premarital sex, hoping to land a marrying type of man.Lucas Knight, a law-school dropout, moves to California to train for the Ironman Triathlon. He's smart, sweet, and everything Maryanne wants in a man, but their relationship suffers from his dedication to the sport. Seeking consolation in the arms of a handsome preacher's son, Maryanne attends a church party where she is raped.Maryanne is pregnant from the rape and plans to abort. But the identity of her rapist is hidden in her baby's DNA. Lucas asks Maryanne to seek alternatives and pledges to support her through the pregnancy. When Lucas becomes the prime suspect, Maryanne must clear his name and make a life changing decision.The rapist has other ideas. In order to destroy the evidence, he offers Maryanne an illegal offshore abortion. With Maryanne's life in danger, Lucas races to save her and her baby. However, Maryanne hides a secret that threatens to tear them apart forever.A 99,000-word women's fiction, HIDDEN UNDER HER HEART deals with the consequences of rape and abortion.About the AuthorRachelle Ayala was a software engineer until she discovered storytelling works better in fiction than real code. She has over thirty years of writing experience and has always lived in a multi-cultural environment. Rachelle is an active member of online critique group, Critique Circle, and a volunteer for the World Literary Cafe. She is a very happy woman and lives in California with her husband. She has three children and has taught violin and made mountain dulcimers.