Stephanie Barker is making her way through life just fine.  She's a successful business owner and devoted mother to the niece she adopted.  She fills her days with the things she loves and the people who bring her joy.  At least that's what she thinks until traumatic circumstances bring Dr. Jian Anderson into her orbit.  Stephanie has held everything around her together for so long, what happens when she meets someone who wants to hold, support and protect her?  Does she have room for a romantic love, or will she continue to take on the world alone?Jian Anderson has a thriving career as the top Cardiothoracic Surgeon at Talbot Memorial Hospital.  He's not looking for a relationship.  He's quite happy with his bachelor lifestyle.  That is until the night a horrific event brings Stephanie into his hospital and his skills are needed to help someone she loves.Terrible conditions bring them together, but the fire that ignites between them is undeniable.  When the danger they thought was over threatens their cocoon of happiness, can they navigate the threat?  Can they trust in what they've built together or will tragedy tear them apart? **Note from the Author**This story contains subject matter which may evoke intense emotions.  While it is a love story there are references to and instances of violence, death, child abandonment, transphobia, strong language and human trafficking.

One reluctant guide. One irresistible tourist. Zero chance of staying detached.Cherryce 'Cherry' Hampton has a plan.  Travel to Ireland, connect with her distant relatives, and have fun.  She also has an over-protective sister and a pushy cousin who think her plan is missing an important piece.  They insist she needs someone to look out for her.  Cherry does NOT want a babysitter...until she meets Eoghan Driscoll—the man who's supposed to "e;look out"e; for her while she's in Ireland.Eoghan Driscoll isn't a bodyguard.  Nor is he a babysitter.  Especially not for a fully grown woman who thought it would be a great idea to solo travel internationally.  He has a business to run.  Coll's Whiskey Distillery takes up his time, and he doesn't need the distraction.   Even if the distraction is a beautiful, curvy little spitfire with a sassy mouth and stubborn streak.Irish Cherry is a steamy rom-com that inspires laughter, pearl clutching, and may make readers look to visit the Emerald Isle for themselves.

Power comes with a priceDesiree Jones is no longer the high jumping, gravity defying, phenomenon that she was at the height of her World Champion figure skating career.  She has left the ice competitively, but she stays connected through the organization she founded to expose under privileged children to ice skating and other sports where lack of wealth limits opportunities.  Everything is going well, until it's not.  Betrayal blindsides Desiree, and the program needs an influx of funds in order to survive.Troy Michaelson is considered a titan of industry.  He has vast reach and resources.   He's also a Grade A butthole.  Once he decides he wants it, there is nothing he can't have.  Very few refuse to bend to his will.  That is until he meets Desiree Jones.  At their first meeting, she is less than impressed.  But the next time, he has something she needs.  He's more than happy to provide it, with certain conditions.Will Troy provide what Desiree requires to save her organization?  Will Desiree consider the sacrifice too great to secure Troy's support?  Can the two navigate an agreement, or will they continue to struggle for Power?

Get the entire Draft Pick series in one omnibus!  Meet Carver, Andrei, Denzel, and Vitaly as they navigate life in the professional sports arena as well as winning the hearts of their lady loves.DRAFT PICK SEASON I: CARVERAlyssa Ripley and Carver Jamieson met in college through her best friend, who just happened to be Carver's girlfriend. When he was drafted into the NFL, they left one another's orbit.Years have passed and circumstances have changed since they last saw one another. He's no longer dating her best friend nor is he a starting quarterback in the NFL. And... They're both very much single.When Carver lands a coaching job in the city Alyssa calls home, can he also land a place in her heart?  If he can, will their relationship survive his very public lifestyle?DRAFT PICK SEASON II: ANDREIAndrei Antonov spent years on the ice honing his skills as a Defensemen in the Professional Hockey League.  His life as a professional athlete taught him many things and afforded him many more.  Now, he's putting those lessons to work as the owner of his own hockey team as well as one of Las Vegas's most exclusive casino resorts.Zaria Coleman has her life worked out exactly as she wants it.  As the managing partner of her own successful law firm, she aims to live life to the fullest.  That doesn't include getting mixed up with the elusive Andrei Antonov.When they meet through mutual friends, sparks fly between them.  They have one passionate night together.  But when Andrei awakens, Zaria is gone.  Can Andrei convince Zaria they can have more than a passing fling?  Can Zaria move past her fears to give their relationship a real chance?DRAFT PICK SEASON III: DENZELDenzel Reyes went from breaking records in professional football to breaking barriers in boardrooms and on camera as a sports analyst.  What he can't afford to break is the heart of the woman who stole his...Dominique Truman.Dominique is no stranger to breaking barriers. A super star on the rise, she's kicking down doors previously closed to actresses who look like her. Plus-sized. Dark skinned. With natural kinky-coily hair. She has no intention of becoming one of Denzel's many conquests, but Mr. Reyes has other plans.Join Denzel and Dominique as she's offered the role of a lifetime, and Denzel makes the ultimate play for the heart of the woman he refuses live without.DRAFT PICK SEASON IV: VITALYVitaly Antonov has carved his own path out of his brother's shadow. Being the professional hockey league's most sought-after goalie had its perks. Too bad his agent's sister, Jacelyn Shannon, wasn't one of them. At least not yet.Jacelyn Shannon had learned long ago she was better off depending on herself. Being everything for everyone else was okay. But she stayed solid and solitary. Jacelyn had no desire to link her life with anyone else. Too bad Vitaly Antonov isn't just anyone.They come together in a whirlwind.  Reality rears its head almost as quickly.  While they navigate the dynamics of their new relationship, Jacelyn's former life threatens their future.  But, Vitaly won't allow anyone to get in the way of their happiness.

Stephanie Barker is making her way through life just fine.  She's a successful business owner and devoted mother to the niece she adopted.  She fills her days with the things she loves and the people who bring her joy.  At least that's what she thinks until traumatic circumstances bring Dr. Jian Anderson into her orbit.  Stephanie has held everything around her together for so long, what happens when she meets someone who wants to hold, support and protect her?  Does she have room for a romantic love, or will she continue to take on the world alone?Jian Anderson has a thriving career as the top Cardiothoracic Surgeon at Talbot Memorial Hospital.  He's not looking for a relationship.  He's quite happy with his bachelor lifestyle.  That is until the night a horrific event brings Stephanie into his hospital and his skills are needed to help someone she loves.Terrible conditions bring them together, but the fire that ignites between them is undeniable.  When the danger they thought was over threatens their cocoon of happiness, can they navigate the threat?  Can they trust in what they've built together or will tragedy tear them apart? **Note from the Author**This story contains subject matter which may evoke intense emotions.  While it is a love story there are references to and instances of violence, death, child abandonment, transphobia, strong language and human trafficking.

One reluctant guide. One irresistible tourist. Zero chance of staying detached.Cherryce 'Cherry' Hampton has a plan.  Travel to Ireland, connect with her distant relatives, and have fun.  She also has an over-protective sister and a pushy cousin who think her plan is missing an important piece.  They insist she needs someone to look out for her.  Cherry does NOT want a babysitter...until she meets Eoghan Driscoll—the man who's supposed to "e;look out"e; for her while she's in Ireland.Eoghan Driscoll isn't a bodyguard.  Nor is he a babysitter.  Especially not for a fully grown woman who thought it would be a great idea to solo travel internationally.  He has a business to run.  Coll's Whiskey Distillery takes up his time, and he doesn't need the distraction.   Even if the distraction is a beautiful, curvy little spitfire with a sassy mouth and stubborn streak.Irish Cherry is a steamy rom-com that inspires laughter, pearl clutching, and may make readers look to visit the Emerald Isle for themselves.

Power comes with a priceDesiree Jones is no longer the high jumping, gravity defying, phenomenon that she was at the height of her World Champion figure skating career.  She has left the ice competitively, but she stays connected through the organization she founded to expose under privileged children to ice skating and other sports where lack of wealth limits opportunities.  Everything is going well, until it's not.  Betrayal blindsides Desiree, and the program needs an influx of funds in order to survive.Troy Michaelson is considered a titan of industry.  He has vast reach and resources.   He's also a Grade A butthole.  Once he decides he wants it, there is nothing he can't have.  Very few refuse to bend to his will.  That is until he meets Desiree Jones.  At their first meeting, she is less than impressed.  But the next time, he has something she needs.  He's more than happy to provide it, with certain conditions.Will Troy provide what Desiree requires to save her organization?  Will Desiree consider the sacrifice too great to secure Troy's support?  Can the two navigate an agreement, or will they continue to struggle for Power?

Get the entire Draft Pick series in one omnibus!  Meet Carver, Andrei, Denzel, and Vitaly as they navigate life in the professional sports arena as well as winning the hearts of their lady loves.DRAFT PICK SEASON I: CARVERAlyssa Ripley and Carver Jamieson met in college through her best friend, who just happened to be Carver's girlfriend. When he was drafted into the NFL, they left one another's orbit.Years have passed and circumstances have changed since they last saw one another. He's no longer dating her best friend nor is he a starting quarterback in the NFL. And... They're both very much single.When Carver lands a coaching job in the city Alyssa calls home, can he also land a place in her heart?  If he can, will their relationship survive his very public lifestyle?DRAFT PICK SEASON II: ANDREIAndrei Antonov spent years on the ice honing his skills as a Defensemen in the Professional Hockey League.  His life as a professional athlete taught him many things and afforded him many more.  Now, he's putting those lessons to work as the owner of his own hockey team as well as one of Las Vegas's most exclusive casino resorts.Zaria Coleman has her life worked out exactly as she wants it.  As the managing partner of her own successful law firm, she aims to live life to the fullest.  That doesn't include getting mixed up with the elusive Andrei Antonov.When they meet through mutual friends, sparks fly between them.  They have one passionate night together.  But when Andrei awakens, Zaria is gone.  Can Andrei convince Zaria they can have more than a passing fling?  Can Zaria move past her fears to give their relationship a real chance?DRAFT PICK SEASON III: DENZELDenzel Reyes went from breaking records in professional football to breaking barriers in boardrooms and on camera as a sports analyst.  What he can't afford to break is the heart of the woman who stole his...Dominique Truman.Dominique is no stranger to breaking barriers. A super star on the rise, she's kicking down doors previously closed to actresses who look like her. Plus-sized. Dark skinned. With natural kinky-coily hair. She has no intention of becoming one of Denzel's many conquests, but Mr. Reyes has other plans.Join Denzel and Dominique as she's offered the role of a lifetime, and Denzel makes the ultimate play for the heart of the woman he refuses live without.DRAFT PICK SEASON IV: VITALYVitaly Antonov has carved his own path out of his brother's shadow. Being the professional hockey league's most sought-after goalie had its perks. Too bad his agent's sister, Jacelyn Shannon, wasn't one of them. At least not yet.Jacelyn Shannon had learned long ago she was better off depending on herself. Being everything for everyone else was okay. But she stayed solid and solitary. Jacelyn had no desire to link her life with anyone else. Too bad Vitaly Antonov isn't just anyone.They come together in a whirlwind.  Reality rears its head almost as quickly.  While they navigate the dynamics of their new relationship, Jacelyn's former life threatens their future.  But, Vitaly won't allow anyone to get in the way of their happiness.