Michelle Howard – författare

Half-Argoran shifter, Arak O'tir knew good people existed. He worked with some of them. But as a deadly Jutak warrior, his work often took him into the less savory elements of society. So much so, he shielded his heart from those he rescued. That was, until one particular mission leaves him longing for a specific female. Someone who made him tremble even if she wasn't from his world.Sylvia Forrester never expected her quest for a husband would lead her into danger. Nor could she have ever foreseen that her search would find her captured by aliens and added to a list of potential sex-slaves to be sold for a high profit. While her captors should have broken her, destroying any hope she'd had of a life happily-ever-after, Sylvia's savior has her wondering if her earlier dreams could still come true.But Arak and Sylvia soon discover love and passion has its own price.

Madness has spread among the Dracol shifters one sect at a time. Now it has come to the Silver through their King. Instead of being the hunter, Faris is the hunted. As time goes on, it gets harder and harder to ignore the growing voices in his head. Especially when they tell him to kill the only female he's ever wanted as his own. Rena never understood why the male who owned her heart left her. She tried to move on, but no other lover compared to the silver-haired King. When opportunity presents itself, she must fight for what they could have or die trying.

Saran was a Warlord who was used to having what he wanted, when he wanted, and how he wanted. He was strong, capable and feared.Then an event changed his world forever. Now all he has left is fear and the woman that he gave little notice to before. He'll discover that just as strength comes in many different forms so does love and sometimes it takes the heart of a Warlord to recognize his unexpected bride.

Love was a concept Kale Serano didn't believe in. A weakness for those around him to exploit. Then an enchanting human snuck beneath his guard. To keep her, he took vows that meant she was his forever. Kale was everything Carolyn Sutherland had ever dreamed and then some. The dangerous djinn had her love after only one magical week together. When tragedy strikes, she's forced to fight for the man who no longer remembers the passion that burned between them. What happens when a djinn forgets the love that binds him?

Drake Winston was dealing with the biggest struggle of his life. At risk of losing the one thing he valued most in the world, he didn't have time for romantic pursuits. Then he met Antonia Hendricks. His online profile allowed him a chance to show a side of himself he hadn't shared with another in years. Her smile, her sweetness and her faith in a friendship forged in a chat forum shakes his world. Drake knows he should be honest. He should leave the curvy sweetheart alone and stay far away. But someone else is interested in his Antonia and Drake will sacrifice anything to see her come through unharmed. Even if it means giving up his magic.

Desperate to escape her stepfather and false criminal charges, Elliana Cage needed a way out fast.  It made perfect sense to sneak onboard the first ship departing her home world.  When her path crosses with a handsome stranger, she's in for the surprise of her life. Aran T'Kar didn't expect to discover a beautiful woman hiding out on the Zanian IX.  Protocol dictates immediate detainment, but Aran can't resist the urge to take one forbidden taste.

Lindsey Ferra signed up for Earth's Singles Program wanting love, marriage and happiness. She found the first two but the third required a bit of work. Fighting aliens, running from aliens and making friends with aliens all seem to be on the agenda for the day. Her only question now is can she find her way back and will happiness be on the schedule this time.Senate Leaders Baruk Laars and Zadal Gatar planned a marriage for business reasons. Their wife Lindsey gave them something else…love. Can these two work together to correct their mistake and will Lindsey be rescued before it's too late?

Jaron Aches is the Jutak warrior everyone counts on to keep things light, but what happens when he's captured by a mad man? Will he succumb to the darkness? Sasha F'Lan has led a tough life, but it's what makes her a good Bounty Retriever. Until someone she trusts leads her into a trap. Now she has to put her faith in the stranger trapped in the cage next to her if she hopes to escape. They trusted each other when they had no one else, but betrayal tore them apart. If they can overcome the lies, they'll find the love they've both been searching for.

Welcome back to the world of the Jutak warriors. Enjoy this three novella book. Stories of love, action and of course romance.Follow Kyele as danger threatens Joni. See Torkel's earlier years and learn more of Shaya and Marlin's love. Lindsey once more shows how strong she is as she stands beside her husbands.

(prev published in Trial by Flame duet)RudeSarcasticUnbendingThree words which best described Varyk, King of the Green Dracol. Events in his life taught him to hold his heart back to avoid the pain of loss. To do so, he used his insufferable attitude as protection and it worked. Until fate came into play.FierceDeterminedLoyalInez is a soldier with the Black Dracol who has no problem saying what she means. Love and mating are for the distant future. Until an act of betrayal causes her path to cross an arrogant King.Suddenly two opposing forces must find a way to work together to ensure the continuation of the hard fought peace between their kind.

Sometimes doing the wrong thing is the only answer. Nikol Wulven has spent his entire life as the son of the most hated criminal around. Heir to an illegal empire he had no desire to run, his life wasn't his own. But in his world, there were no choices. Or was there? The new slave delivered to Nikol's harem was unexpected. He was fascinated by her Earth ways and bold manner. If others noted his desire for the defiant beauty it could put them both in jeopardy. And that must never happen because Nikol's harsh façade is the only thing standing between his father and his brother's life. Sometimes the risk is worth it all. Darcy McHenry wished she'd never left Earth. Kidnapped, sold to slavers and living in a harem, is a far cry from the life and family she dreamed of. Only her growing feelings for her owner keeps her from running. Her new master is a dangerous alien with horns. The whispers warn no one crosses him and lives. Darcy's about to test that theory. Don't miss the exciting conclusion to the end of the A World Beyond series!

After recovering from a deadly case of Vax, Dawn Reavers awoke on a space vessel with no way to return home to Earth. The stern alien she'd befriended refused to listen to her pleas and take her back so she must adapt to this new environment. Venik Avar was reluctantly intrigued and attracted to the human he'd rescued from her backward world. Instead of being grateful, she's aggressive and stubborn despite his attempts to show her consideration. When an attack targets the soft skinned human, Venik ignores protocol and follows his instinct to protect what belongs to him.

Bane Hardusho is one of the famed Jutak Warriors from Team Three fighting for justice. When a potential career ending injury sidelines him, his position within the elite group is jeopardized.A military rehab center holds the only hope of helping him to get back on his feet. He should be concentrating on regaining his ability to walk, not the beautiful medic assistant assigned to help him.Dharma Volgi's time at a military rehab center is almost over and she's close to gaining her freedom. Complete the assignment and get out. It's all she can think about in order to survive. Until him. She's helped soldier after soldier during their time at CV-8 but none caught her attention like the Jutak warrior from Enotia. Now she has a new mission—don't fall in love.With danger looming on the horizon and betrayal around the corner, will their hearts survive the aftermath?

The year is 2130. One minute the world was a safe and sane place, the next all hell broke loose. A mysterious infection spreads through the country turning people into walking flesh eaters. Aspen Brooks, top pilot extraordinaire, is scared. Pure and simple truth. Zombies are crossing the land and terrorizing the entire country and she has no idea where to turn or what to do. Receiving the call to bring home a group of military guys is the perfect distraction she needs to stop worrying about how she's supposed to survive. Captain John Crawley faces his toughest mission yet. With his combat team at his side, their immediate goal is to protect their families from the flesh eating beings crossing the land and terrorizing America. Venik Avar came to Earth to find his missing brother. Instead he's faced with the consequences of a careless act. Just when he decides to leave the primitives of this strange world to suffer their cruel fate, he crosses paths with a courageous female who makes him believe they might be worth saving. Dawn Reavers had planned to hunker down during the worst of what appeared to be a zombie invasion. Stumbling across an alien in her front yard forces her to rethink her plan and soon she's forming a temporary alliance to save the country. Maybe even the whole world. **New apocalyptic zombie romance with a touch of aliens from sci-fi author Michelle Howard

With his enemy defeated and order re-established, Vaan plans to enjoy the life he's made with his Raasa mate. Mikayla's upcoming birth has his heart singing with joy.Mikayla is preparing for the birth of her first youngling with her mate. This should be a happy time but Vaan must return to Kaban and reassure his people that he yet lives.There are still those not pleased at the turn of events with Thenl's downfall and seek to claim the Overlord's place. Will Vaan and Mikayla finally be able to relax or will trouble continual to follow them?

What would you do if Earth didn't have enough men?Would you take a chance and leave the only world you knew behind?This is the decision Faith Reid faces. Placing all her hope in a new government program, she seizes the opportunity that offers a chance for the women of Earth to find love among the stars, on a world beyond the one they know.How many times can one man risk rejection?Would you give up on your dreams?Torkel Alonson has had enough of being ignored and looked over by females on his adopted home world of Enotia. His pride has suffered and he must accept the painful truth. Females will never choose a male with his evil lineage despite his honorable service to his government's military.Can two people looking for the same thing find not just what they want but what they need in one another?