Hot for Santa: A Steamy Holiday Romance Short Story


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Evie thought it couldn’t get any worse than being single at the holidays. But when her boss, Logan, who she’s had a massive crush on since forever, shows up at the company holiday party dressed like Santa, she realizes she was wrong. Because somehow he makes being jolly old Saint Nick look ridiculously sexy, reminding her of everything she wants but can’t have. Unfortunately she’s also not very good at hiding her feelings and is seriously concerned she’s going to do or say something horribly inappropriate. Will Evie make it through unscathed, or will everyone find out she’s hot for Santa? Note: This book contains mature content and as such is only suitable for those 18 years or over.




How The Grinch Lusted After Santa


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Can Santa and the Grinch find love together? Candy I’ve been madly in love with my co-star for years. Four years to be exact. We only perform together once a year for the annual Christmas play, but I look forward to the days I can kiss Devin on stage. He doesn’t need to know my kisses are real especially since he’s engaged. But then he tells me he’s single… Devin Being a famous actor isn’t easy. But coming home every Christmas for the annual play eases the burden. So does performing with Candy. She reminds me to have fun and her acting skills are amazing, especially her on-stage kisses. But then she admits her kisses aren’t acting… How The Grinch Lusted After Santa is the steamy first standalone book in the Hollywood Hearts short story series. If you like instalove, holiday romance, and a quick read then you’ll love Helen Walton’s charming romance.




Christmas Love Stories


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Christmas is coming – and so is love. Love is in the air this Christmas, and three couples are finding that working at the holidays comes with an unexpected benefit – a soul mate. This holiday anthology includes three previously published novellas, together for the first time in one collection. Each steamy story features a midlife couple, an alpha male, an independent woman, meddling friends, and a guaranteed happily ever after. Dating Santa: A Hot Workplace Seasoned Romance Forty-year-old Samantha has never had much interest in falling in love. Her troubled childhood taught her that the only person she can rely on is herself. She’s done well for herself, working her way up to manage the second largest department store in the Pacific Northwest. She has a good job, friends, and a little dream house with her very own garden. Everything would be perfect if she could just get through the busy Christmas shopping season and find the perfect Santa to work at the store. It turns out the perfect Santa is also the perfect man for her. Recently retired after twenty-five years in the Navy, Dominick is taking some time off as he plans his next move. When his sister asks him to help her employment agency by applying for a Santa job, Dom figures it will be an easy way to pass the time. Little does he know he’s about to meet the woman he’s been looking for his whole life. She claims that she hates Christmas, but he’s going to make it his mission to make Sammie fall in love with Christmas. If he has any luck, she’ll also fall in love with Santa himself. Maid for Christmas: A Hot Female Billionaire Romance The woman sweeping the floor isn't who he thinks she is... When Nina slips into James' office to clean one evening, he assumes she is the maid. It's an understandable mistake, given that Nina is filling in for one of her vacationing employees. The high-powered CEO of Johnson Janitorial enjoys playing undercover boss to stay in touch with her employees and keep herself grounded. When James asks her out, Nina is cautious. She doesn't want to date a guy who hits on her staff and flaunts his wealth, but he finally wears her down. After years of guys trying to use her or feeling intimidated by her wealth, Nina likes the anonymity of being plain old Nina, cleaning lady. But as their holiday romance blossoms, it becomes harder and harder to justify not telling James who she really is. When her secret comes out, will James still like her when he realizes her net worth is so much higher than his? Or can this unlikely couple find a love that lasts longer than the holidays? Santa’s Claws: An Instalove Paranormal Christmas Romance This year Santa is getting a Christmas present…a brand new mate! Tony is transitioning back to civilian life after twenty years in the military and trying to figure out his next steps. When his mom signs him up to play Santa at Greysden's annual holiday festival, he's not happy about it. After so many years away from his family, he's lost his love of the holiday, and the last thing the grumpy wolf wants to do is spread Christmas cheer. Marissa just moved to town, looking for a fresh start to heal her broken heart. When a growly Santa tracks her down and says he's her fated mate, she wonders if he's got some kind of brain injury. Humans don't turn into wolves, right? Even crazier…falling in love with someone she just met. But is it real? Or just a Christmas romance? This book is perfect for fans of: Hope Ford, Frankie Love, LB Dunbar, Kylie Gilmore, Mia Brody, Lucy Score, Claire Kingsley, Kathryn Nolan, Pippa Grant, Daniella Brodsky, Kameron Claire, Fern Fraser, Melissa Foster, Bella Andre, Pamela Kelley, J.H. Croix, Kait Nolan, Donna McDonald, Erin Wright, Liz Isaacson, Tawna Fenske, and of course, Rose Bak. Download today! Keywords: Keywords: contemporary romance, romantic comedy, later in life, midlife, friends to lovers, enemies to lovers, instalove, second chance, reunited, short read, romance novella, romantic novella, love at first sight, unexpected love, alpha male, curvy woman, strong female lead, steamy, series, paranormal, paranormal romance, fated mate, rejected mate, humor, rich, funny, millionaire, billionaire, seasoned romance, comedy, romance, love, work, workplace, mature couple, romantic, silver fox, milf, bbw, boss, shifter, shape shifter, wolf, bear, small town, holiday, Christmas, December




All I Want For Christmas Is An Alien


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‘Santa Claus is Coming’ has a whole new meaning on an alien world Sure, the aliens here don’t know what Christmas is, we don’t have Christmas lights or chocolate (yes, that one’s hard to accept), but we’re all together. Zyanthan-human mated pairs and their children, all celebrating the holidays. Lucky me, I have my very own Santa! A warrior with striking white hair, magnificent horns, a smile that melts my heart, and two, um, candy canes to warm my bed…. until duty calls. Instead of descending down our chimney as ol’ Saint Nick, Havok’s flies off on a mission. Now, he’s on my naughty list! Dear Santa, bring my alien home for Christmas! I promise, when he returns, I’ll show him why landing on my naughty list comes with some very nice rewards! (Warning: Contains one determined human woman who won’t give up hope, a missing alien warrior who better make it home AND have one drekking good Christmas gift to make up for being late, questionable holiday cooking by a dear friend, and the kind of love that makes the galaxy hold its breath. HEA guaranteed!) ◆◆◆ Mine to Love! All I Want For Christmas Is An Alien is a steamy holiday romance where a military family learns the true meaning of Christmas. This short story is filled with friends and family, joy, hope, and lots of love. Expect heart-warming moments and a very Happy Ever After. This title is intended for readers who have read my Zyanthan Warriors series, but all readers are welcome to read (there may be a few spoilers, so I encourage you to read Alien Awoken first). Enjoy!




Holiday Honeys


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Indulge in the passionate tales of Holiday Honeys, an electrifying anthology by bestselling author Lola Swain. This scintillating collection of four sizzling stories revolves around the magic of the holidays and the allure of forbidden love. In Jingling Bells, discover the clandestine desires that spark amidst the shimmering lights and festive cheer, igniting a fire that cannot be quenched. Caning Candy tempts with its sweet yet forbidden attraction, where a planned encounter during the holiday leads to a seduction as irresistible as the most tempting confection. Stuff My Stocking unwraps the passions hidden beneath the mistletoe, entwining two hearts in a tale of heated romance and unexpected surprises. All In The Cards deals a hand of fate, as unexpected group connections intertwine, revealing that sometimes the best gifts arrive wrapped in unexpected packages. Let Lola Swain whisk you away on a thrilling journey of passion, longing, and clandestine desires in Holiday Honeys, where the warmth of the holidays meets the scorching flames of irresistible romance.




Cupcakes, Paws, & Bad Santa Claus


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Annie Graceland: Cheesehead. Unwed. Hi-LAR-ious baker who talks to 'The Dead!' “So much fun! …Ghost Whisperer with Stephanie Plum’s crazy world!” Wendy Luvs2Read LOL, feel-good ANNIE GRACELAND mysteries can be read as STAND ALONES. __ It’s the Christmas Holiday season but I’m not feeling all that ‘Fa-la-la.’. My BFF drags me to the mall for some cheer but getting hit on by tipsy Bad Santa doesn’t put me in a better mood. I volunteer to cater desserts for Sweet Paws Animal Charity event but I wasn't planning on dressing up as Mrs. Claus. I also wasn't planning on some idiot murdering Bad Santa. Now his tipsy ghost follows me everywhere. But because every holiday story deserves “It’s a Wonderful Life” ending -- it falls on me to find the killer before the 'Bad Guy' strikes again. PRAISE ★★★★★ “ …the life and misadventures of Annie Graceland. I love these fun cozy mysteries…” Jeanie Jackson ★★★★★ “Fun holiday story for any time of year.” Tinkertoy Reviewer ★★★★★ “Can Annie manage a little Christmas miracle and solve the murder of the snarky Santa?” LLK Amazon Reviewer BAD SANTA's also available in Print and Audio. 1-Click this hilarious holiday cozy for hours of fun!




Blazing Hot Holiday


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Snow is just the thing to light a fire... Brian Blaze might just be the shyest, most awkward attorney working for the Blaze Corporation, but that doesn't mean he doesn't have feelings. Very specific feelings for a very specific someone. In fact, his feelings for Riley Huntington have been smoldering for four years, with no end in sight. Love always finds a way when it comes to the Blaze family, and a a little ice and snow is all these two need to ignite the flames that have been sparking inside them both. Don’t miss any of the Blaze Family Romance stories! Blazing Hot Match Blazing Hot Flyboy Blazing Hot Irish Blazing Hot Getaway Blazing Hot Billionaire Blazing Hot Cowboy Blazing Hot Hero Blazing Hot Chef Blazing Hot Fighters Blazing Hot Jock Blazing Hot Second Chance Blazing Hot Slopes Blazing Hot Tidings Blazing Hot Holiday Blazing Hot Santa Blazing Hot Mountain Man




A Christmas Creek Caper


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Welcome to Christmas Creek, where Santa reigns all year and crime is as rare as a snowflake in July—or so Sheriff Brad Wing thought. With Christmas just around the corner, the cozy town is thrown into a festive frenzy by a string of mysterious package thefts. As Sheriff Wing dives deep into the investigation, his orderly world is upended by the mischievous Ivy Jolly, a woman who’s as sweet as she is unpredictable. Caught between his duty to uphold the law and his heart’s yearning for Ivy, Brad must navigate a whirlwind of holiday hijinks, stolen gifts, and a magical Christmas surprise that could change everything. Will this Christmas caper lead to love, or will the sheriff’s badge keep his heart under lock and key? Get ready for a heartwarming holiday romance filled with small-town charm, a dash of mystery, and a heaping dose of Christmas spirit. --- Christmas Creek romances are a fun way to get into the holiday spirit. They are sassy, standalone romances centered around a town which celebrates Christmas all year round. Each story has a happy ending and can be read in any order, but of course, they are more fun if read together. Deck the Hearts, #1 Can Holly’s jolly Christmas spirit help Grinchy Gordon Gills save the town of Christmas Creek? Her Christmas Chance, #2 A woman with cerebral palsy and her tomcat disagree about the attractive ex-con living next door. Will a dose of Christmas magic reach through his dark secrets? A Christmas Creek Carol, #3 A reclusive writer, Ebony Cruse, is given a one-star review on her life by characters in her past, present, and future. Kitty, It's Cold Outside, #4 When mailman Mick Jolly delivers a kitten to an abandoned millhouse, he is ensnared by a mysterious Victorian woman caught in a Christmas curse. A Christmas Creek Caper, #5 Someone’s stealing packages off the Christmas Creek porches. Sheriff Brad Wing is on the case—until he’s caught with his hands up and his pants down. Toy Soldier Christmas, #6 Breast cancer survivor, Nutmeg Brown, finds a broken toy soldier under her Christmas tree. It’s love at first sight with a wooden toy or is it? Red’s Christmas Woodsman, #7 When Ruby Red Rumsey visits her grandmother’s Christmas Creek cottage, she finds a hunky woodsman asleep in her grandmother’s bed. Dashing Through Christmas, #8 Misty Jolly and Dash Weston play guessing games while rushing through a Christmas project with no help from Westie, a “talking” dog. Dottie's Christmas Wish, #9 All Merry Jolly wants is to make Dr. Colton Dale smile. All his daughter, Dottie, wants is a dog. Will Christmas wishes come true for three lonely hearts?




Games We Play 2


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The Atlas Beach Chamber of Commerce’s innovative mentoring program—partnering successful business owners with some of the newer start-ups—has just what food truck owner Carly Meyers and baker Stephanie Sands needed to get their businesses off the ground: The Delectable DiLuca Brothers. These Jersey Boys might be cocky, but cooking's not their only talent, and the kitchen's not the only place where they'll be turning up the heat. Contains the novellas The Name Game and Funnel of Love




Los Angeles Magazine


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Los Angeles magazine is a regional magazine of national stature. Our combination of award-winning feature writing, investigative reporting, service journalism, and design covers the people, lifestyle, culture, entertainment, fashion, art and architecture, and news that define Southern California. Started in the spring of 1961, Los Angeles magazine has been addressing the needs and interests of our region for 48 years. The magazine continues to be the definitive resource for an affluent population that is intensely interested in a lifestyle that is uniquely Southern Californian.