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Lambda Literary Award FinalistAfter a Marine roughs him up at a gay bar, Ensign Aiden Lange has some cuts and bruises on his face that are sure to raise questions at work. At the urging of a sympathetic cop, he spends the next day hiking to Okinawa's Hiji Falls where he'll claim he hurt himself in a fall. But at the end of the trail, he's in for a pleasant surprise-a gorgeous young guy in a pair of swimming trunks.Connor didn't come up to the falls to find a man, but when the ensign with the bandaged eyebrow finds him, he's instantly intrigued. A hike turns into dinner, and before either of them know it, they're inseparable. Connor's experience with men is limited, but Aiden is gentle and-in spite of their mutual hunger for each other-infinitely patient.It's a small world, though, and an even smaller island, and when Connor's father catches the two of them together, he's more than just an overprotective dad-he's one of Aiden's high-ranking bosses. With a few phone calls, he can derail the Naval Academy grad's carefully planned career trajectory. The ultimatum is simple-stay away from Connor, or kiss his dreams of advancement goodbye.Aiden's not so easily deterred, though, especially when it comes to someone like Connor, so the two continue seeing each other in secret. But there are only so many places to hide on a tiny island, and sooner or later, Aiden's going to have to choose-Connor or his career.This 63,000 word novel was previously published.

Second-class petty officers Dalton Taylor and Chris Ingram have been best friends since coxswain's school. Now they're stationed together in the Harbor Patrol Unit of NAS Adams. They're content as friends, but secretly, they both ache for more. Neither makes a move, though; while Dalton is out and proud, Chris is closeted-even from his best friend. Then another coxswain's negligence nearly drowns Dalton. After a taste of how easily they could lose each other, neither man can keep his feelings hidden anymore, and it turns out love and sex come easy when you're falling for your best friend. Things aren't just heating up between the friends-turned-lovers, though. The Navy is investigating the accident, and the Harbor Patrol chief isn't going to let his star coxswain go down for dereliction of duty, even if saving him means throwing Dalton under the bus. As the threats and gaslighting pile up, Chris and Dalton need each other more than ever-as shipmates, friends, and lovers. But if their chief prevails, the only way they can save their careers is to let each other go. This book was previously published.

Holden Russell let his job consume his life for too long, and it took his wife leaving for him to realize it's time for a change. His marriage is over, but he's determined to do right by his kids, starting with fewer hours at work and more with them. Except it's no longer the kids competing with his job for his attention. It's Holden competing for their attention... with their new live-in nanny. Their very hot male live-in nanny.Porter Blake never saw himself becoming a nanny, but okay. After burnout and PTSD drove him from his job as a paramedic, he's desperate for something new, and it turns out the nanny gig isn't so bad. The pay is decent, the stress is manageable, the kids are great, and their mom is cool. It's the ex-husband he's not so sure about.The situation is awkward enough when Porter and Holden are butting heads. When they find some common ground and their mutual attraction becomes too much to ignore, things are bound to get complicated. And unless they want Porter to lose his job, they're going to have to fly under the ex-wife's radar. Except secrets like this have a way of coming out... This standalone novel is approximately 115,000 words long.

Three's a disaster when things come unraveled. Rock star Nate Keller is on top of the world, but his headlining tour has one drawback. It keeps him away from his boyfriends Theo and Cameron for weeks at a time. They make every effort to come see him as often as possible, though, and after four and a half years as a trio, things are still going strong. But then Cam comes alone, bringing news that stops Nate's world on a dime-after seventeen years together, he and Theo are separating. It's a trial separation, but nevertheless, Nate is devastated. He tries to pull them back together, but there's only so much he can do from the road. At home, Cam tries to carry on, but feels like his whole life is spiraling out of control. Theo struggles to cope with the split and his worsening depression. They're both quickly losing hope for a reconciliation... and keeping the man they both still love. When Nate makes a desperate last ditch attempt to pull their trio back together, it's make or break time. Is their trial separation just a temporary hiatus? Or is this the end? This novel was previously published.

Jeremy Rose came to Bluewater Bay to work as Anna Maxwell's bodyguard, not to escape his increasingly bitter relationship with his estranged kids. He just wants to focus on his job and be alone for a while. He's done with love, especially now that three years after his long overdue divorce, he's got a front-row seat to the rapid deterioration between Anna and her girlfriend. Cynical doesn't even begin to describe him. Then Anna and Leigh's attempts to reconcile put him in the crosshairs of marriage counselor Scott Fletcher. Scott's exactly what Jeremy needs right now: gorgeous, hot, horny, single, and 100% uninterested in a relationship. The problem is, too much no-strings-attached sex-and too much time in each other's company-inevitably builds emotional connection. Except Jeremy refuses to seek counseling for his broken family, and Scott refuses to get seriously involved with men who work dangerous jobs. They both need to realize they can only hide for so long from the pain they came here to escape. They must face their pasts before they lose their shot at a happy future. This book was previously published.

On the scene of a multiple murder that's grisly even for a veteran homicide detective, Brian Clifton is stunned when one of the victims bears an uncanny resemblance to his boyfriend, James. As the similarities keep piling up, so do the bodies... and the evidence pointing to James as the killer. Since long before the shooting, James has been dishonest. He's been evasive. Oh, and there's that minor detail he withheld from Brian about being a gambling-addicted drug dealer. James may not be the best boyfriend in the world, but he begs Brian to believe he's no killer. In fact, whoever did pull the trigger undoubtedly wants to finish what they started, and Brian is the only one James trusts to keep him safe. But how much is Brian willing to risk to protect a man he may not even know?

Gene Caldwell has given up on love. After two messy divorces and countless failed relationships, he's sixty-one, he's single, and he's done trying. Terry Hanson still believes in love, but after burying two partners in thirty years, he's prepared to spend the rest of his life alone. Even if the nights get cold, he refuses to go through that heartbreak a third time. At a mutual friend's wedding reception, the two men bond over their loneliness and cynicism. They spend the evening commiserating... and the rest of the night pretending they'll be able to walk away from each other in the morning. Neither can help coming back for more. They can't get enough of each other's touch, the affection they've both been starving for, and the companionship they both crave and fear. If they lower their decades-old defenses, they'll risk more heartbreak. If they don't lower those defenses, though, they'll miss out on love that was worth waiting half a century to find. This 97,000 word Las Palmas Fencing Club novel is the sequel to The Master Will Appear, and can be read as a standalone.

Between his time in the Marines and working as a bouncer at Wilde's, Elliott Moore has seen it all. In his line of work, breaking up fights is business as usual. When he steps into a lovers' quarrel one night, though, he finds himself running interference as a traumatized man tries to get rid of a persistent and occasionally violent ex-boyfriend. Dr. Samir Ramezani has had enough. He just wants to move on from that toxic, abusive relationship, but his jerk of an ex isn't ready to let him go. When Elliott offers to back him up, Samir is grateful for the help-and irresistibly drawn to the man with the big muscles and a soft touch.Samir is terrified he's just jumping from one bad relationship to another, but Elliott isn't like men he's dated before. He's sweet, he's gentle, and he's a sucker for Samir's beloved pets. And Elliott isn't just protective of Samir-as the chemistry sizzles between them, he's falling fast. It's hard not to think this could be the real thing.That is as long as the vindictive ex-boyfriend who knows all Samir's weaknesses doesn't find a way to sabotage it.This Wilde's novel can be read as a standalone.

Weeks before their twenty-fifth anniversary, Greg Douglas's wife surprises him... with a divorce. Now he's staying with his friends Ethan and Rhett while he gets back on his feet. To take his mind off things, the guys decide it's long past time for Greg to explore the other half of his bisexuality. He's never been with a man... until tonight. After repressing those desires for a quarter century, he's not waiting any longer. Especially not after he lays eyes on the gorgeous deejay at Wilde's. Deejay and single dad Sailo Isaia isn't looking for anything serious. He's definitely not out to be a sexual teacher, never mind to a man almost a solid decade his senior. But as Greg gets the hang of having a male lover, Sailo can't help himself. They both keep coming back for more. And more. And more. But is this just a midlife crisis and a rebound? Or is it turning into something both men never realized they were missing? And will Greg figure out the difference before Sailo decides he and his son deserve better?Contains an older guy who's waited half his life for this, a younger guy who didn't realize how lonely he was, and some very hot visits to the upstairs VIP lounge at Wilde's. Author is not responsible for readers who can no longer look at a leather booth the same again.This book was previously published.

After ten years together, Ethan Mallory and Rhett Solomon are calling it quits and are ready to move on. Thanks to Seattle's depressed real estate market, though, they're stuck living as roommates with a hefty mortgage hanging over their heads. In an effort to speed things along, they decide to bring in some extra money by renting out the spare bedroom.Wilde's bartender Kieran Frost moves in, and suddenly, the only thing Ethan and Rhett both want more than getting away from each other is getting close to their single, young, hot roommate. Kieran doesn't mind the attention from both, and he certainly doesn't mind sharing. Their combined chemistry ignites something else that Ethan and Rhett had thought was long dead-the mutual attraction that drew them together in the first place. Except bitter jealousy over Kieran could push them even farther apart... This 53,000 word novel was previously published and has been lightly revised.

MA1 Iskander Ayhan's orders are simple: stay with Admiral Dalton's son as his plainclothes bodyguard while he attends university classes. So typical-a high-ranking officer abusing Navy resources for unnecessary security as a status symbol. But it doesn't take long before Iskander realizes he's not really there to protect the kid from benign harassment by homophobic classmates.Behind the piercings, eyeliner, and bad attitude, Troy Dalton is hiding something. He's scared, and although he's not so sure the armed bodyguard by his side is enough to keep him safe, he can't risk revealing the truth.Slowly, Iskander gains Troy's trust, and the walls start coming down, but before they know it, the two men are way too close to each other... and suddenly Iskander is attracting more danger to the man he's sworn to protect.Now he doesn't know how to keep Troy safe from harm-by staying close to him, or getting as far away from him as possible.This novel was previously published.

It's been two years since Brandon Walker and Dustin Stewart started dating, and the rift between Dustin and some homophobic family members hasn't even begun to heal. But now, as Dustin and Brandon plan their wedding, his brother Tristan reaches out with a tentative olive branch. And maybe, just maybe, if Dustin and Tristan can reconcile, there's hope for Brandon and his own estranged brother. Has sixteen years been long enough? Or are there some wounds that even time can't heal? This 20,000 word novella is the sequel to Rules of Engagement, and was previously published.

Cruising, Book #2After being inseparable on their cruise, Andrew Wentz and Eric Schofield aren't ready to be apart yet. At the very last minute, Andrew takes Eric up on the offer to spend another two weeks together, this time in Rome.As soon as there's no turning back, though, both men start having second thoughts. Are they moving too fast? Are they getting too attached? As they explore Italy, the connection between them grows, but those second thoughts aren't going away either. Plus Eric feels guilty for asking Andrew to put his life on hold for two weeks, and Andrew wonders if he'll regret delaying his job hunt.But could it be worth it? Could two weeks be long enough for this thing to go from vacation fling to something that both men have been missing for way too long?This transgender gay romance is 48,000 words.

Dr. Mikhail "Misha" Budnikov takes one look at fellow fencer Ryan O'Connor and instantly knows his type. The undisciplined hothead is all ego with no finesse and even less control. In short, Misha's pet peeves personified. To put the arrogant kid in check, Misha challenges him to a sparring match, which he predictably wins.Not so predictably, Ryan asks him to be a mentor and show him how to fence. Startled by the moment of humility, Misha agrees.What begins as fencing lessons becomes something much hotter, and before they know it, Misha is giving Ryan an entirely different kind of education. Dominance, submission, pain, pleasure-at the hands of an older, experienced man, a whole new world is opening up for Ryan.As the trust deepens and their bond strengthens, though, Ryan retreats because that sham called love left him jaded long ago. Cynical beyond his years, he's not letting his guard down, least of all for a thrice-divorced man twice his age.Now Misha has to find a way to crack through those defenses...or accept defeat and walk away from the submissive who might just be the love of his life.

The Wrench Wars Collection Welcome to Reggie's garage, where the reality television show Wrench Wars is filmed. The show is full of drama, but things really get interesting when the cameras go dark. Come see what these mechanics get up to behind the scenes. Secret love leads to blackmail. A worker with an unusual fetish finds a car enthusiast who shares his... interests. The garage's owner enjoys the added business that comes with the show--and the company of the show's hot producer--but not studio politics. And one man makes the mistake of falling for his best friend's little brother. Hot men and hard steel. Sweat, grease, and lust. Fetishes, backstabbing, and greed. Maybe even love. Things are heating up in the garage, and the war is on. This collection was previously published. All four books are available individually as well.

It's day one of Darren Corliss's career as a detective, and not only has he been assigned a notoriously difficult partner, but the guy might also be a pill-popping dirty cop. Internal Affairs needs proof, and Darren gets to be their eyes and ears whether he wants to or not. Detective Andreas Ruffner doesn't play by the rules, and he doesn't play well with others. With bodies piling up and a list of suspects who are way above his pay grade, the last thing he needs is a wet-behind-the-ears kid for a partner. Or babysitter. Not even if that partner is easy on the eyes. As Darren gains Andreas's hard-won trust, they both realize there's more than just mutual suspicion simmering beneath the surface. But their investigation is heating up as quickly as their relationship, and Darren has no choice but to go along with Andreas's unorthodox-and borderline unethical-methods. As IA puts the squeeze on Darren to give up the man he's falling for, he has to wonder-is Andreas the only cop left in this town who isn't dirty? This book was previously published.

*** LARGE PRINT EDITIONS *** Eighteen months ago, drummer Jude Colburn made the biggest mistake of his life when he walked away from his band just as they were on the brink of success. Now, he's got a second chance. The band's bassist just quit, and Jude plays bass almost as well as he plays drums. The other band members aren't thrilled, but they are desperate. Running with Scissors needs him, but there's one condition: no hooking up with bandmates. That's what ruined things eighteen months ago, after all. Jude's on board, but no one warned him about the drummer who replaced him. A.J. Palmer is shy and unassuming . . . until he hits the stage. He gets Jude's attention from the first beat, and suddenly that "no hookups" rule isn't so easy to follow. Keeping secrets on a tour bus isn't easy either, and it's only a matter of time before the band catches on. When everything hits the fan, Jude has to choose: a second chance at the career he's always regretted leaving, or a shot at the man of his dreams? This 82,000 word novel was previously published.

Alhazar Bukhari spent his Navy career in the closet. Now he's retired, divorced, and hungry for the love he's never had a chance to experience. He tries to put his faith in Allah to bring the right man into his life, but it's hard to be patient after all this time. Chaplain Dylan Pedersen spends his days counseling Sailors, and his nights with men he doesn't know. Months after finally escaping an abusive relationship, he's terrified of anything more than a physical connection. Maybe it's a sin, but he's too lonely to not let men into his bed, and too scared to let them into his heart. When Alhazar's civilian job brings him aboard the USS Fort Stevens, and his daily prayers bring him into Dylan's chapel, the chemistry is instantaneous. Sex and friendship quickly evolve into more, but Dylan's too haunted by his recent past to be the man Alhazar wants. Alhazar needs love, Dylan needs time, and if they can't find some sort of balance, they'll sink before they ever have a chance to swim.