HER CHRISTMAS WISHWhen Kyra Reed discovers that Luke O'Connor is in LA, the Bare Sophistication manager vows to make him pay for breaking her heart. Her revenge goes south when the real-estate mogul entices her into his bed and reawakens her desire. But Luke's bound by a long-ago promise, and Kyra's wary of trusting him again. Will they get their secret holiday wish—to be each other's by Christmas?DESIGNED BY LOVE"Flings without strings" is Jeremy Hunter's credo while he grows his California robotics company. But he craves a deeper connection after sharing assistant professor Serita Edwards's bed during a weeklong conference. When they unexpectedly meet again, he's ready to take things to the next level. But his company's newest hire won't mix business and pleasure. Unless Jeremy can win Serita's heart with his hands-on approach to life...and love.

If there were ever a man who prided himself on always being up front with women, it’s tatted bad boy, Crayson Madden, in the flesh. His world may revolve around sex and cigars, but there’s a lot more to this cigar lounge owner than what meets the eye. Too bad Jordyn Jameson spends more time arguing with him, than seeing beyond his asshole-ish ways. Now, they are forced together whether she likes it or not and the more Crayson pushes her buttons, the more he likes what he sees behind the confident siren. Dessert bar owner, Jordyn Jameson, would rather poke her eyes out than spend time with the certified playboy. Unfortunately, this creator of tasty treats doesn’t have a choice in the matter. Crayson has recipe for disaster written across his sexy forehead and the one thing she’s learned from her past, is that men like Crayson were good for one thing and one thing only. She knows he wants her in his bed, and although she may be tempted, she’s not giving in. Besides, she has bigger things on her mind. Jordyn has been harboring a big secret and needs help fast. The irony of it all? The last man she’d ever sleep with may be the only one to help ensure that her secret stays that way. **About the Author Sherelle Green is a Chicago native with a dynamic imagination and a passion for reading and writing. Ever since she was a little girl, Sherelle has enjoyed story-telling. Upon receiving her BA in English, she decided to test her skills at storytelling by composing a fifty-page contemporary romance. The short, but sweet, story only teased her creative mind, but it gave her the motivation she needed to follow her dream of becoming a published author. Sherelle enjoys composing emotionally driven stories that are steamy, edgy, and touch on real life issues. Her overall goal is to create relatable and fierce heroines who are flawed just like the strong and sexy heroes who fight so hard to win their hearts. Nothing satisfies her more than writing stories filled with compelling love affairs, multifaceted characters, and intriguing relationships. 

Every man has his weakness. For prominent painter and sculptor Malakai Madden, that weakness has always been women. Now, he’s finally ready to settle down and shower one woman with his love. There’s just one major problem. Overnight, he’s gained thousands of Twitter followers after his obsessive ex decides to leak some private information. To make matters worse, a well-known media source retweets them! Suddenly, every woman wants a piece of Malakai. And when the #BlessedByMalakai hashtag starts trending, he’s dodging women left and right, and blocking his crotch like he’s secret service securing the president. If he’s ever going to get his life back and find his future wife, he needs to solve this problem and he needs to solve it fast! Image consultant Avery Nightingale can’t believe she’s landed a meeting with a huge potential client. She knows all about the #BlessedByMalakai hashtag and she’s ready to pitch her ideas. However, when she meets the man behind the Twitter legend, she’s rendered speechless and Mr. Make You Moan is not impressed. He agrees to hire her on one condition. Avery must promise not to feed into the social media craze as others have failed to accomplish before her. She agrees. After all, it’s just one rule, right? **

IVY  It all started off as a social experiment. A way for me to do something outside my comfort zone. The problem is, I never expected to run into him. The beautifully tatted man who oozes masculinity and sex appeal. The first time I met Theseus Hood, our chemistry was instant. Yet, I’ve never known what to do with a man like him. The dark, dangerous and way out of my league kind. Unfortunately, I’m in way over my head and can’t think of a better person to help me with my experiment than Theseus. If only I could find the courage to ask him. THESEUS I fell for Ivy Ashwood the day I met her years ago. Now, she’s in my tattoo shop looking more delicious than the last time I saw her. I can always sense when she’s overthinking something, but she doesn’t want to ask for my help. Lucky for her, I consider myself an Ivy-expert. I’ve never been good enough for her, but there’s nothing I wouldn’t do for this woman. So, when it comes to helping her out, the plan is simple … Convince her that I’m the only man for the job and finally make the move I should have made years ago. 

An unexpected tenderness She may be the co-owner of an elite lingerie boutique that caters to women's intimate fantasies, but Autumn Dupree doesn't believe in happy endings. Although determined to keep her own romantic yearnings under wraps, she reluctantly agrees to be her sister's maid of honor. Worse, she has to share the nuptial festivities with Chicago's most irresistible bachelor... Best man Ajay Reed arouses a passion Autumn longs to fulfill. The entrepreneurial nightclub owner has his own reasons for guarding his heart. But the alluring temptress is awakening new feelings he cannot deny. Can Ajay convince Autumn that they both need to take a leap of faith? As well as trust in the promise of a love that could give them everything they ever dreamed of?

His rules of engagement Miami's steamy fashion and beauty scene is finally taking notice of Nicole LeBlanc. She's just landed a coveted gig as lead makeup artist and hairstylist on a series of Valentine's Day commercials being shot in Hollywood. And once she locks eyes with the seriously sexy creative director, she's certain he could fulfill her own secret romantic fantasies. Too bad Kendrick Burrstone doesn't do relationships, despite their over-the-top chemistry. After being burned by love, Kendrick lives by two unbreakable rules: dodge Cupid's arrow and never mix business with pleasure. But both on and off the set, Nicole's fiery touch is tempting Kendrick to take another chance. Until a vindictive ex and a nasty extortion plot ignite a media frenzy that could end his rising career...and cost him the heart of the sweetest and most passionate woman he's ever met.

A very intimate seduction Chicago fashionista Winter Dupree is ready to take the exclusive lingerie boutique she started with her sisters to the next level. Plans are in place to unveil Bare Sophistication's racy new line during the city's high-profile winter Fashion Week. Then Winter discovers who she'll be sharing the spotlight with for this glittering event--gorgeous, arrogant bachelor Taheim Reed, her once blind date from hell! The masquerade gala is the ideal affair for the brilliant marketing tycoon to debut his men's nightwear line. But Taheim's off-the-charts attraction to his cohost--the free-spirited beauty he vowed never to date again--could open him up to heartbreak. His emotional walls have been sky-high since a devastating past betrayal taught him to be wary. Until one kiss from Winter reopens the floodgates of his passion... Now there's no turning back, even as a seductive schemer jeopardizes their second chance at forever.

Let love in... Mya Winters has overcome a tough childhood in foster care to create a wonderful life. Organizing the first annual Elite Events Charity Date Auction is a way to give back to her community. There's one hitch--her sexy cohost, private investigator Malik Madden. She feels the heat beneath his quiet gaze, and he's made it clear he'd revoke his "most eligible bachelor" status for her. For someone as relationship-shy as Mya, that's a terrifying--and tempting--proposition. Malik has the close, loving family that Mya always craved, but a recent breakup made him swear off romance. Beautiful, driven Mya is changing all that. If she'll just confide in him, he can help piece together the truth about her past. But trust works both ways. And his only chance at a future with her is to share a secret that threatens their passionate connection...

Every wish will be fulfilled Five seductive dates with gorgeous real estate mogul Jaleen Walker—Danni Allison can't believe she said yes. At least spending time with the sexy playboy might stop her from dwelling on the momentous secret she carries. Revealing her background could cost Danni the beautiful life she's built, along with a partnership in the Dupree sisters' lingerie company. Yet with each passionate encounter, Jaleen proves his knack for anticipating her deepest longings. How long before he also discovers the truth she's been desperately hiding? From the moment he meets Danni, Jaleen knows that he wants her as more than just a friend. Although their physical connection is electric, emotionally she's holding something back. And so is he... Will their five incredible nights together be long enough for them to stop keeping secrets...and start losing their hearts to each other forever?

Winner Takes All? Workaholic event planner Imani Rayne needs to slow down or she’ll surely burn out before she reaches thirty. Fulfilling her beloved grandmother’s last wish could be the closure she needs. But purchasing a breathtaking lake-view estate in her Chicago hometown comes with one string attached. His name’s Daman Barker, and he’s bidding on the same property. Worse, Imani has to team up with Mr. Sexy And He Knows It to plan the gala of the year. When Daman goes after something he wants, he usually gets it. And his latest venture is no exception. Only, this time he has a partner. Vibrant and savvy, Imani is arousing desire Daman knows he should resist. But when a family revelation threatens all that he cherishes most, Daman will risk everything to turn a business merger into a passionate union between two loving hearts.

They've found the ultimate passionBut could her secret threaten their Hollywood ending?Award-winning screenwriter Trey Moore agrees to look after his infant nephew for two weeks, and for once he's out of his depth. Gorgeous Kiara Woods, owner of LA's glitziest day care, offers help. While she's teaching Trey Babysitting 101, she's falling hard for the sexy millionaire. But can she risk revealing a painful truth that's already cost her so much?

Love is the one event that can never be planned... Meeting gorgeous Micah Madden while lingerie shopping leaves event planner Lexus Turner embarrassed yet intrigued. The charismatic security expert awakens a sensual side that Lex had put on hold ever since her first marriage imploded. Only a man like Micah could make her feel this good, which is why she is determined to keep her distance. Sweet, shy and sexier than she knows...Lex is driving Micah crazy. Hiring her firm to plan a family party, he sets out to uncover all the tantalizing passion behind her buttoned-up facade. But getting through to Lex is harder than he thought. And Micah will have to open up in ways the reformed rebel never dared before to show Lex how deliciously satisfying a real love between them could be....

A love worth waiting for Walking in her sisters' successful footsteps is a tough act to follow. But Summer Dupree has high hopes for the new Bare Sophistication lingerie boutique slated for a grand opening in Miami. Then she spies a familiar face. Up-and-coming fashion photographer Aiden Chase brings back cherished—and painful—memories. And now her childhood confidant and fiercest protector is determined to take their former relationship to a new intimate level. In the magic city to pursue his dreams, Aiden isn't letting Summer slip away again. He can't change the past—or events that altered his best friend's life forever. But he's ready to create a future together. Even when an unexpected threat resurfaces, Aiden won't give up this time without a fight. Can he turn his long-simmering passion for Summer into a love story for the ages?