Kitan Club Vol26: A boy is standing in an empty train station. A large train arrives at the platform. With tears in his eyes, he waits for his ... by Alan Edoh (Halolub Co.,Ltd.) (1 Review)    Price verified 47 minutes ago

Episode 54: The Station I am aiming to be a novelist and repeatedly have stories published in magazines. I try to write a short horror story sponsored by a publisher, but I cannot write anything good and the deadline is approaching soon. When I desperately try to write, I hear the sounds of ambulances and fire engines. There seems to be a family suicide nearby. The family was the one I saw at a fireworks display earlier. When I hear that all of the family members seemed to be saved, I am relieved. I go to work to complete the short story. Eventually, though, things go in unexpected ways. Episode 55: The Blind Monk Without Ears The last battle between Heike and Genji was held at Dannoura, and Heike was destroyed. However, the samurais of the Heike who died in the battle become ghosts, and these ghosts bother people for hundreds of years. There is a blind monk named Hoichi. Although he has had a hard time from an early age, he has a talent for playing and talking with Biwa and earns a ...

Genre: Contemporary Fiction

Let it Show: A grumpy single dad forbidden romance rom-com (Juniper Ridge Romantic Comedies Book 2) by Tawna Fenske (253 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Step one in starting my new life: Don't fall for my shrink. Scratch that. Step one is settling my daughter in our new small town life. So what if it's the set of a reality TV show? I agreed to let cameras follow me around, but stay the hell away from my kid. And screw the storyline about a grumpy single dad finding love. I'm here for the fresh start. It's bad enough I've got these sessions with sexy psychologist Mari. Mari and her foul-mouthed parrot and her love of quirky trivia. Mari and our blazing hot kiss in a bizarre underground bunker. I can't fall for her. See, I'm pretty sure the good doc's hiding something huge. And a woman with secrets is a recipe for heartache. Take it from a guy who knows. A romance like this is forbidden six ways to Sunday. So why can't we keep our hands off each other? One-click this forbidden doctor/patient rom-com about a single dad trying to find a new life in a small town and the psychiatrist with a secret who could just be his new chance at love.

Genre: Contemporary Fiction

Stronger Within (The Silver Lake Series Book 1) by Coral McCallum (60 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Stronger Within is Book One of the Silver Lake series. Lori - in recovery following a serious accident, our fragile heroine is at a crossroads in her life and has sought sanctuary at the beach. Jake - hard working and with a heart of gold, a struggling musician who is chasing his dreams as front man of local rock band, Silver Lake. Vulnerability meets rock in this tale of two creative souls following their own paths in life. When their paths collide neither of their lives will ever be the same again. Stronger Within, set in the small town of Rehoboth, Delaware, is a contemporary love story telling a fast paced tale of rock music, convalescence and unexpected love. It's a tale of friendship, family and following your heart.

Genre: Contemporary Fiction

SEBASTIAN: (Shaw Family Series Book One) by Andrea Marie (31 Reviews)    Price verified 58 minutes ago

Being the oldest of twelve children isn't what everyone would think it would be. There is a lot of responsibility and hard work to be put in. Then my father passes, leaving me the oldest male at just twenty years young to take on responsibilities of being the head of the household. On his death bed he asks me to help take care of my Mom and eleven younger siblings. To say my dreams for a fun, exciting life and a chance at young love died in that hospital room, is an understatement. Now, at the age of thirty-five, I may finally have the chance at true love. That's if she'll give me half a chance. This is the first installment of the Shaw Family Series. Each Instalove story is standalone.

Genre: Contemporary Fiction

Petty Cash by Kimberly Vargas (Amazon) (1,079 Review)    Price verified 4 hours ago

This is the romantic office comedy that human resources warned you about. What if the smartest guy and the most beautiful girl at the office formed an alliance to help each other get promoted? Florida resident Rebecca Blake works as an assistant to a group of psychologists. She is strikingly beautiful and athletic. People see her as a nice, likable girl who is fine in her role but who could never really aspire to more at the company. Rebecca is told in her performance review that in order to get promoted, she is going to have to work on her credibility. As part of her career development plan, she is sent to a behavioral training course (nicknamed 'Club Detention') at company headquarters in Virginia. In error, she is partnered with Foster Diamond, who has the highest intelligence scores in the company. Even though he is a genius, Foster has his own issues around interpersonal skills, attitude and his perception overall. Rebecca and Foster have nothing in common, but between his ...

Genre: Contemporary Fiction

Man of the Month Club: JULY: A Single-Dad, Second Chance Matchmaker Romance by Callie Love (More Happily Ever Afters) (176 Reviews)    Price verified 58 minutes ago

Garrett Flynn, a single-dad and July's Man of the Month Club bachelor, has been in love with Charity Strong since they met in elementary school, but life keeps tearing them apart. Despite Garrett and Charity's deep connection, they've each been left with a broken heart caused by the other. When they're paired at July's matchmaking meeting, they'll have to decide if they're willing to risk it all for a third chance at love. Will Charity and Garrett have the strength to overcome the past and make it work, or is their bond damaged beyond repair? Find out in Man of the Month Club: July. The Man of the Month Club series delivers heat, heart, and humor in every book. Start anywhere, binge-read them all. Indulge in a perfectly-portioned taste of steamy romance with July.

Genre: Contemporary Fiction

The Angel City Rapture: A Gale Queen Murder Mystery by Miguel Angel Hernandez Jr. (Soaring High Publishing) (49 Reviews)    Price verified 28 minutes ago

The Bible can change your life. When the prediction of the rapture happening this year emerged, Investigator Gale Queen never expected that it would affect his life in Los Angeles. However, when Investigator Gale Queen faces the choice of sticking to his own beliefs or converting to Christianity, he becomes the target of a series of murders. In a race against time, Gale must confront his inner demons and fight for justice, all while questioning the validity of the Bible and the meaning of existence. But with enemies lurking and secrets threatening to destroy him, can Gale solve the case and find redemption before it's too late? For fans of heart-pumping thrillers like Left Behind and The Line Between, Miguel Angel Hernandez Jr.'s novella will keep you on the edge of your seat.Click Buy Now at the top before the price changes, and immerse yourself in this exhilarating story.

Genre: Contemporary Fiction

Love and Craft Fairs (Miss Main Street) by Angela Castillo (36 Reviews)    Price verified 28 minutes ago

Juniper's been through a messy breakup, and she's drowning her sorrows in clay, glaze, and crafting. She and her best friend, Penni, have hit the streets of Wimber for a craft fair. But the crazy Texas weather might have other plans for their time, along with a handsome artist just a few tents down the lane.

Genre: Contemporary Fiction

Taken By My Forbidden Billionaire Duke (Forbidden Billionaire Stanford Series) by Ava Becker (52 Reviews)    Price verified one hour ago

I gave up my wild ways for my billionaire fiancé, the Duke of Lancaster. Back in that world, a Russian gangster wants me dead. Marcus owns me, heart and soul. Our passion burns like wildfire as we push the boundaries of our intimacy. But all is not rosy in Camelot. British society is still scandalized that Marcus is twice my age. He's a rising star in British politics. We are constant fodder for tabloids. When pop superstar Nikolay asks me to record with him in LA, I can't resist flying back home to revisit my dreams of a singing career. But after video of Nikolay's unsolicited kiss goes viral, Marcus loses all control. He's enraged. He feels betrayed. All I want is to make us right again. He's my true love, my destiny. Yet my past catches up with me, dragging me into a horrendous situation. Remember that Russian gangster? Yeah, he really hates my guts. I fear I may not get out of this alive. Note: Even though Marcus and Alexandra's story begins in "Forbidden ...

Genre: Contemporary Fiction

Forbidden Billionaire Duke: An Off Limits Age Gap Romance (Forbidden Billionaire Stanford Series) by Ava Becker (IM Publishing) (65 Reviews)    Price verified 28 minutes ago

1 British Billionaire. 1 American college student. 23 Forbidden years between them. Swirling are the lies that could destroy her whirlwind romance with Britain's most powerful and hottest Duke. " You absolutely had me hooked from page 1"- Goodreads Reviewer " This delightful story kept me glued to the pages." - Goodreads Reviewer When I caught the attention of Marcus, Duke of Lancaster, I knew he was going to upend my world. He's patron of my London University and a rising star in British politics. The tabloids spin stories that our age gap will ruin his chances for future greatness. Crossing the Atlantic was simple. Giving him my heart was transforming. Behind closed doors, his chiseled body and commanding touch bring me unimaginable pleasure. The only thing off limits is the one thing I crave. A future together. Yet underneath our newfound love, I despair. My secrets and lies chase me like a nemesis I can't outrun. Because once I reveal the real reason I'm in London, ...

Genre: Contemporary Fiction

Rekindling Unscripted Love: A Second-chance Reunited Childhood Friends Short by Mari Mendoza (1 Review)    Price verified 58 minutes ago

The show was supposed to be a safe zone so Kelsey could come out of her shell. Not even two hours in Leon's domineering presence, all of Kelsey's plans instantly began to crumble. She'd rejected him before but could they have their second chance? After years of believing she was undesirable, Kelsey was ready to prove her ex-best friend wrong. So she joined a dating reality show: The Secret Life. The Secret Life was supposed to be a safe, controlled setting to meet people with minimal consequences. With Leon here, that safe zone was full of strings and history, and how was she supposed to lose her virginity to a stranger now? Also, there was no way Leon would want her, right? Right? Rekindling Unscripted Love is a 3rd-person limited dual POV second-chance, domineering-guy shy-girl quick read. There will be steamy scenes and some swearing.

Genre: Contemporary Fiction

WHEN YOUR MOTHER'S A PROSTITUTE by KING MILLI (73 Reviews)    Price verified 28 minutes ago

SHE WOULD DO ANYTHING FOR HER CHILD TO HAVE A BETTER LIFE THAN SHE DID, INCLUDING SELL HER BODY. After living with crippling poverty, controlling men, abusive bosses, and a system designed for her to fail, a single mother is willing to do whatever's necessary to give her son a better life. We enter the world of Mena Jackson, a woman who was put out into a cold and unfeeling world to survive by any means necessary. The end result is an opulent lifestyle, better neighborhood, and superior education for her son. All of these things are made possible first by stripping, and eventually high end prostitution. Along the way we meet the mother who abandoned her for a new religious family, emotionally scarred tricks, a silver tongued pimp, and a son with a genius level IQ. Will she ever make amends with the mother who tossed her into the street? Can her son ever respect her? Will the pimp turn her into a demon? Can she rise above an endless string broken men and ejaculations for cash? Will ...

Genre: Contemporary Fiction

Enthrall Her (Book 2) (Enthrall Sessions) by Vanessa Fewings (VMK) (1,792 Review)    Price verified 59 minutes ago

Return to the world of forbidden desires with ENTHRALL HER. Richard Booth, with his captivating charm and unwavering passion, has fallen deeply in love with me. Yet Richard stands at a crossroads -- whether to set me free or yield me to the only man who can truly rescue me: his superior, Cameron Cole, the enigmatic master of Enthrall. Cameron's allure is as irresistible as it is dangerous, his piercing gaze igniting flames within me at the mere thought of him. His mastery lies not only in his commanding presence but also in his ability to unlock the hidden depths of blossoming submissives like myself. He yearns to guide me toward a destiny that promises to transcend all boundaries. As I traverse this treacherous journey, each decision I make unravels unexplored realms of passion and possibility. When my tutelage reaches its zenith, will Cameron relinquish me to Richard, or will I find myself ensnared in the intricate web he weaves? This odyssey into a new existence is as ...

Genre: Contemporary Fiction

Hide Away: A Melanie Michaels Novel (The Away Series Book 1) by Elle Anderson (Self-published) (13 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Strong women, sexy males, secluded beaches, and the best friend every girl wishes she had. Melanie Michaels worked hard for five years to get her life back to normal. Her hard work is halted when she stumbles upon two men who belong to an agency specializing in the removal of criminals from society. Learning of the existence of the agency endangers her life once again, but when the men change from being her captors to her rescuers, Melanie recognizes the value of the relationship. With her life still in danger, Melanie goes into hiding where she finds a relationship that builds her strength and confidence and proves to her that she has not been living her life to the fullest. When her new love goes missing, she reaches out to the agency to help her find him. During the search, she learns the importance of love and friends and she must decide what will make her life complete, while battling through an increasingly familiar world of violence and death. The beginning of a thrilling ...

Genre: Contemporary Fiction

Scandal (Dirty Laundry Book 2) by Jackie Paxson (53 Reviews)    Price verified 3 hours ago

Chrissy Benson gave up her dream of leaving her small town behind a long time ago. She's a single mother stuck in her hometown. When an opportunity takes her and her daughter to Los Angeles, she begins seeing a future outside of her small town. Max Hamilton is one of the hottest movie stars around. He can have any woman he wants with the snap of his fingers. So, when he meets Chrissy, he expects her to fall to her knees at his greatness. When Chrissy wants nothing to do with him, he is thrown off his game. Nothing will stop the arrogant playboy from chasing her with a single-minded focus. He's determined to show Chrissy his womanizing ways are in the past and she is the only one he wants in his life. Chrissy let one man change her life. She won't let Max do it, too. What she doesn't plan on is to see him as more than just an arrogant playboy. The sparks between them ignite into an inferno that burns hotter with each moment they are together. When a scandal linked to her past ...

Genre: Contemporary Fiction

Amped by Teagan Kade (227 Reviews)    Price verified 44 minutes ago

I'm Selena Torres, a rising star with the voice of an angel. My childhood friend, Mathew Barton, is a rock legend trying to live up to his deceased father's name, and my boyfriend-slash-manager, Rick, is supposed to have my back. But as I'm about to find out, betrayal hurts the most when it hits closest to home. Mat parties like a rock star, plays like an All Star, and f#cks like a porn star. But I'm the one he wants, even though I'm off limits. He went on tour to get me out of his head, but all it did was make him crave me more. Now he's back and ready to protect me. Nothing is going to keep us apart - not Rick, not a contract, not a god damn army. Mat's determined to make me sing again, and I can't deny the fire he ignites inside me, but will this path lead me to love or ruin? Find out in this full-length bad boy romance with a happily ever after and no cheating. Get ready for Amped - a wild ride of love, lust, and loyalty. Grab your copy today.

Genre: Contemporary Fiction

Southwind Mystery: When You're Desperate for Answers by Mel Schanz (6 Reviews)    Price verified 44 minutes ago

Kassandra Pearson grew up without answers to the many questions she had surrounding her biological father. Her mother never answered a one. Her Aunt Susie and Uncle Brian were almost as vague. She knew she had to figure the mystery out for herself. So... With little money and hardly any clues, she decides to take off for Southwind, Kansas. The one clue she believes will unlock the mystery. James Reynolds, aka: Rat, is a hard-working craftsman under Avery Harrison's watchful eye. He's not yet looking for a woman to share his life with. No. He's content being an apprentice. When the strange, yet pretty, young woman shows up in town, he can't help but throw himself in her path. He's intrigued by all Kass brings to town. Including the mystery behind her. The Bracken Ranch is preparing for Christmastime, a double wedding ceremony, and a much-needed vacation amongst friends. Avery is caught completely off guard with the shock of his lifetime. Is it possible he will find answers to ...

Genre: Contemporary Fiction

Deceptive Shadows by Eboné Brown (1 Review)    Price verified 5 hours ago

In "Deceptive Shadows," Natalie's life takes an unexpected and chilling turn. A gripping short story that delves deep into the world of psychological suspense, it will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. Natalie wakes up in an unfamiliar place with only vague memories of her past. Her husband, Andrew, appears to be the perfect partner, but secrets lurk beneath the surface. When new friends offer solace and support, Natalie must navigate a treacherous path of trust, deceit, and a dangerous game with no clear rules. As the shadows of her past close in, Natalie's life unravels in a web of deception. With her health and sanity hanging in the balance, she discovers an unexpected ally, the power of resilience, and a determination to find the truth. "Deceptive Shadows" is a story of survival, friendship, and resilience, with themes of trust and the transformative nature of adversity. Readers who enjoy suspenseful tales of psychological intrigue will find themselves ...

Genre: Contemporary Fiction

Southwind Second Chance: When Love Finds You Once More by Mel Schanz (5 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Chloe Davis had it all. She married the man she fell in love with at sixteen. They bought a house. She gave birth to his children. Life was good. Until, it wasn't. When David unexpectedly died, she was dealt a blow she didn't believe she could overcome. With the help of her friends in Southwind, she was healing. Life was becoming livable once more. Any distraction could change everything. Sailor Crawford was a definite distraction. The tall, handsome owner of the Southwind Hardware Store makes it known he's interested in Chloe. Not only is she adorable, but also a good mother to her three fatherless children. Sailor has a plan. He not only wants Chloe in his life romantically, he wants her children too. Hook, line, and sinker, he'll have them eventually. He's a patient man. America is having a birthday and the Bracken Ranch is hosting their second annual Independence Day party. Everyone in Southwind is invited. New love, old love, young love, it doesn't matter which kind, love ...

Genre: Contemporary Fiction

Little Cafe in Wonderland by Lotta Smith (89 Reviews)    Price verified 44 minutes ago

All the magick in the realm can't make the food in Wonderland palatable, but maybe a little bit of Honey can! FREE on Kindle Unlimited! Princess Hanako, Honey to her friends, is moments away from launching a career as a reality TV star when a mysterious portal whisks her away to another world. Magick may rule in Wonderland, but no amount of hocus pocus can fix the terrible food. Cooking for her new family gives Honey a purpose, and hunky Alex from the Order of Falcon is nothing short of delicious, but when her popular café is burgled Honey begins to wonder what the powers that be really have in store for her. Whipping up a fix for a ho-hum menu is a piece of cake, but can she keep Wonderland eating out of her hand forever?

Genre: Contemporary Fiction

Jailbird by JD Horner (23 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

The 'artist' dream remains exactly that. Spice is making HMP Broadhurst impossible to police. Greg is a loser. Kids? Yeah, right. No wonder prison officer Charlotte Croft is beginning to feel like she is the one who is incarcerated. But a close friend reminds her: Doves aren't meant to be caged. And unlike him, she's on the right side of the bars. Charlotte's barely had chance to spread her wings when the violent attack on her brother crash lands her into lawyer Vinny's life. Yet, nothing is going to stop her. Not the intense connection they share. Not when he has a wife. Not the fact her prison life and his top case are linked. Not how she's left questioning who else is corrupt. Not even a broken heart. About the only thing Charlotte Croft is now sure of is this: she only has one life... and she is going to live it. But everything has a price, even freedom. Just how much will she pay for hers? Jailbird will have you turning from the first page to the last. A ...

Genre: Contemporary Fiction

Southwind Loves: When Friends and Barbecue Combine by Mel Schanz (5 Reviews)    Price verified 4 hours ago

Vera Jane Farris only wants one thing in life: to run a successful café. She thought the small-town of Southwind, Kansas would be the perfect place. The charm of the town; the lack of restaurants; the location on the post-stamp town square; all of it was too adorable to resist. But... Six months into her lease and she's yet to see a profit. If she can't find a way to bring in more customers, she'll have to close the doors on Vera's Café, and her dream, forever. Then, she meets Victor. The last thing she needs is the distracting, but irresistible, tall man with a pony-tail. Yet... She can't seem to erase him from her mind. Victor Vonn is an engineer by heart and family. At least... he was. Once he began the hobby of smoking meat, he found a new love. When long-time friend, Ashlee, gives him a call, needing him and his NorCal Sweet BBQ, in Southwind, Kansas, he packs his second-hand food truck to the gills and drives half-way across the country. Little does he know what Kansas has in ...

Genre: Contemporary Fiction

Enforcer (Enforcer Series Book 1) by Ryleigh Rhodes (Author Ryleigh Rhodes) (49 Reviews)    Price verified 2 hours ago

Small town Texan Claire enlisted in the Marine Corps, survived an IED in Iraq, went through rigorous physical therapy, and made it through med school. After she thought she had endured it all, she had to cope with the loss of her beloved husband and struggle to rebuild her life and raise their twins. Her friends rally around, but it's up to Claire to pick up the pieces and open herself up to love and to truly live once again. This Book Contains: Love after Loss A HEA Military-Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Genre: Contemporary Fiction