Me and Mr. Jones (sweet romance, contemporary romance)


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I wasn't thrilled when my mother told me she was getting married again. It wasn't until I met Future Husband #5 that I also met his son. Riley got my attention, that's for sure. Is it a mistake that we're going out? Or are we on our way to forever? Me and Mr. Jones is a sweet, contemporary romance short story: 7,100 words. Keywords: sweet romance, contemporary romance, chick lit, sweet romance short story, contemporary romance short story, romantic comedy, romcom, clean romance, tattoo, piercing, bad boy, writer, first impression




Me and Mr. Jones (chick lit, contemporary romance)


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I wasn't thrilled when my mother told me she was getting married again. It wasn't until I met Future Husband #5 that I also met his son. Riley got my attention, that's for sure. Is it a mistake that we're going out? Or are we on our way to forever? Me and Mr. Jones is a contemporary romance short story: 7,400 words. A sweeter version of this title is published under the pen name Kate Russell. Keywords: chick lit, contemporary romance, romance short story, romantic comedy, first impression, tattoo, bad boy




Me and Mr Jones


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Izzy's determined to escape her troubled past with a new start by the sea - but flirtatious Charlie Jones is causing complications. Alicia's been happily married to loyal Hugh for years but secretly craves excitement. Maybe it's time to spice things up? Emma's relationship with David was once fun and romantic but trying for a baby has taken its toll. Then temptation comes along ...As the future of the family's B&B becomes uncertain, Izzy, Alicia and Emma are thrown together unexpectedly. It seems that keeping up with the Joneses is harder than anyone thought ...




Sweethearts of Sumner County, Vol. 1 (sweet romance, contemporary romance)


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Sweethearts of Sumner County, Vol. 1 features four individually published, sweet romance short stories/ short novellas. Elle and Danny were childhood sweethearts who married right out of college and then divorced. Six months later, they run into each other at his sister's wedding reception. Will sparks fly a second time? Or will they get burned? Never Let You Go is a sweet contemporary short story about regrets and second chances: 5,200 words. A spicier version of this title is published under the pen name Elizabeth Carlos. Jules Russo's childhood wish finally comes true when Adam Blake asks her out. Her new date may not live up to her preconceived ideas--he may just be more. Who knew that saving seats, peanut butter and jelly, and street signs could lead to forever? Is This Seat Taken? is a sweet new adult romance: 12,600 words. In this companion piece to Is This Seat Taken?, Mandy's life hasn't turned out the way she planned. Her father died, her mother is bipolar, and she's overwhelmed with responsibility and indecision. That's why she's so grateful for her boyfriend, Luke. But just how long does he plan on sticking around? This Heart of Mine is a sweet, new adult romance short story about loving each other just right: 3,500 words. When Sarah bumped into Trey at a restaurant, she wasn't expecting the good-looking, charming guy to ask her out on a date. But she never would have guessed that he was the new boss that everybody in her office was dreading. Will their romance be over before it even starts? Or will that night be the beginning of forever? Need You Now is a sweet romance short story/ short novella: 10,400 words. A spicier version of this title is published under the pen name Elizabeth Carlos.




Sweethearts of Sumner County, Vol. 2 (sweet romance, contemporary romance)


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Sweethearts of Sumner County, Vol. 2 features four individually published, sweet romance short stories: Mel just got dumped by her boyfriend of four years. She might cry for a little while, but she's determined to find Mr. Right because she's got to get some use out of her infamous birthing hips. So what happens when she's found Mr. Right and her ex-boyfriend shows back up? Love, Life, and Chicken Pot Pie is a sweet, contemporary short story: 5,000 words. After eight months away, I'm finally back home. Momma, Daddy, and Grandma are thrilled to see me, but I'm wondering if my ex-boyfriend will be, too. Maybe I'll swing by Miss Betty's for the best chess pie in the South. Who knows? Maybe Jason will have the same idea. You know what else? Maybe we're not quite over just yet. You Again is a sweet, contemporary romance short story: 4,100 words. I wasn't thrilled when my mother told me she was getting married again. It wasn't until I met Future Husband #5 that I also met his son. Riley got my attention, that's for sure. Is it a mistake that we're going out? Or are we on our way to forever? Me and Mr. Jones is a sweet, contemporary romance short story: 7,100 words. Honor is pregnant, and her ex-boyfriend is MIA. But she's going to track him down and tell him tonight if it's the last thing she does. Oh, and then she's going to tell her conservative family after church about the baby. No biggie. Right? His Expectant Ex is a sweet romance/ women's fiction short story: 7,000 words.




Mr. Wrong Number


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Things get textual when a steamy message from a random wrong number turns into an anonymous relationship in this hilarious rom-com by Lynn Painter. Bad luck has always followed Olivia Marshall...or maybe she's just the screw-up her family thinks she is. But when a "What are you wearing?" text from a random wrong number turns into the hottest, most entertaining—albeit anonymous—relationship of her life, she thinks things might be on the upswing.... Colin Beck has always considered Olivia his best friend's annoying little sister, but when she moves in with them after one of her worst runs of luck, he realizes she's turned into an altogether different and sexier distraction. He's sure he can keep his distance, until the moment he discovers she's the irresistible Miss Misdial he's been sort of sexting for weeks—and now he has to decide whether to turn the heat up or ghost her before things get messy.




Dear Mr. Brody


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Parker, I never meant for any of this to happen, to fall for you. It doesn't matter that we're both adults, or how much we want this to work. The college policy is clear. I can't see a way around this without one of us getting hurt. If I would've known who you were when we met online, I would have never pursued a relationship. I'm new to all of this, and besides my daughter, getting to know you has been the best thing to ever happen to me. But I can't make you hide again. I won't. It's not fair to either of us. Deepest regrets, Donovan **** Dear Mr. Brody, You're right, we are adults. I'm twenty-four years old, and I think I can decide for myself what's best for me. If this is about you losing your job, I'll walk away. But if this is you trying to protect me, then you're an idiot. I want you. I care about you. My past isn't an issue. What we're doing... it isn't the same thing. If we have to hide, so be it. I'm not ready to let you go. Your Lost Boy, Parker Dear Mr. Brody is a 93,000-word interconnected standalone, contemporary, MM slow burn romance that is light on angst and features, dating app shenanigans, student/professor fraternization, single dad swoonery, waffles, "Peter Pan" references, and a fish named Tony. TW: Brief mention of a past assault on page without graphic detail.




Sweet With a Little Heat Short Story Collection (chick lit, contemporary romance, new adult romance)


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Sweet With a Little Heat Short Story Collection features five individually published, sweet-ish short stories/novelettes: He was The One. Then he dumped me. Now, three years later, he wants a second chance. He's crazy if he thinks he's going to win over the heart he broke before. Right? Second Chance Boy is a college romance/ chick lit short story: 12,100 words. A sweeter version of this title is under the pen name Kate Russell. Honor is pregnant, and her ex-boyfriend is MIA. But she's going to track him down and tell him tonight if it's the last thing she does. Oh, and then she's going to tell her conservative Christian family about the baby. No biggie. Right? His Expectant Ex is a contemporary romance/ women's fiction short story: 7,100 words. A sweeter version of this title is published under the pen name Kate Russell. Penny Martin's college freshman year is starting off on the wrong foot. She hates her passive-aggressive roommate, thinks her Spanish professor should be committed, and meets her arch nemesis, Surfer Boy. But is Surfer Boy more than he seems? Penny's about to find out. Love Will Find You is a new adult romance short story: 12,300 words. A sweeter version of this story is published under the title Penny by Kate Russell. I wasn't thrilled when my mother told me she was getting married again. It wasn't until I met Future Husband #5 that I also met his son. Riley got my attention, that's for sure. Is it a mistake that we're going out? Or are we on our way to forever? Me and Mr. Jones is a contemporary romance short story: 7,400 words. A sweeter version of this title is published under the pen name Kate Russell. When I was 16, I was in love with my best friend's older brother. And I do mean older. He kissed the fire out of me, but then let me go. Now 8 years later, he's interested. If I give him another chance will he break my heart again? Or will I get my happily ever after? Choosing You Again is a romantic comedy/ chick lit novella: 18,200 words. A sweet version of this title is published under the pen name Kate Russell. Keywords: contemporary romance, new adult romance, college romance, chick lit, romantic comedy, second chance, enemies to lovers, opposites attract, friends to lovers, baby




Mr. and Mrs. Bo Jo Jones


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The story of a young couple whose world in turned upside down by an unexpected pregnancy.




Deadly Vows


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Marriage—it's all about love and understanding and being with each other for the rest of your days. For Elise, it means something entirely different. Thrown into a marriage on her father's orders, Elise isn't prepared to be married to the man known as Luca Pasquino. Luca is the next capo in line to take over his father's empire with an iron fist. He's cruel, he's evil, and he's ready to destroy anything and anyone that gets in the way of his plans for complete control. Elise has no idea what is in store for her. All she knows is that she can try to survive her life for the rest of her days with Luca. Update from author: I'm listening! In my zeal to tell my story, I relied on the expertise of others to ensure it went from my head to the printed page, which didn't go exactly as planned. Deadly Vows has now been re-edited to ensure the grammar and punctuation are now as they should be. Enjoy!