January - June 2025
978-1-84845-948-9
16 Jan 2025
£ 9.99
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Katee Robert (she/they) is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of spicy romance. Entertainment Weekly calls their writing “unspeakably hot.” Their books have sold over two million copies. They live in the Pacific Northwest with their husband, children, a cat who thinks he’s a dog and two Great Danes who think they’re lap dogs. Readership
From the author of Neon Gods and the DarkOlympus series comes this must-read dark romance, perfect for fans of Ana Huang.
'I devoured it in no time. The chemistry is off the charts' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Katee Robert gives us a hot and heavy novel with characters you will fall in love with right from the beginning' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Will they run from danger? Or give in to temptation?
Lucy Baudin is full of insecurity after her break up, but she’s about to make partner at her law firm and it’s time for her to regain control. So she hires Gideon Novak, cut-throat headhunter and her ex’s best friend, to give her confidence lessons in the bedroom. Despite their sizzling chemistry, Gideon has always kept his distance, but now, teaching her about touch, trust and letting go is opening up a world of risks. Is this a mistake for them both? Or will they each find something they never knew they wanted?
Of all the private islands in all the world, he kayaked into hers. Allie Landers just enjoyed the best holiday sex with an irresistible stranger – only to find out he’s no stranger. Dealmaker Roman Bassani has been pressuring Allie into taking on investors for her women-focused fitness company. After their accidental one-night stand, they agree to put business aside for one week. Then it’s back to the real world – and their real rivalry. What happens to their opposing interests when they return from paradise?
Perfect for fans of:
Billionaire & millionaire ��
Opposites attract
Workplace romance ��
No-strings ��
Holiday romance ��
'This book is thrilling, dark, gritty; sexy, fun and full of sizzling chemistry. The romance was breathtaking!'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'I loved every minute of this book.'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'From the first page to the last, the story gripped me, and I devoured it faster than any book in recent memory. This is coming from someone who usually struggles to finish a book promptly, so
978-0-263-39742-0
16 Jan 2025
£ 8.99
Perfect for fans of:
��️ Small-town romance
��️ Spicy romance
�� Forced proximity
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They can't put the brakes on their desires!
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Karmen Lee is a lifelong Southerner living it up in Atlanta, Georgia, with her kid, her cats and humidity. When not packing lunches or working her nine-to-five, she can be found drinking coffee too late at night, watching House Hunters International and dreaming up ways to show her readers a good time. Find her on Twitter (@Author_KLee) or Instagram (@authorkarmenlee).
Jessica Jae-un Miller arrives in Peach Blossom for a getaway, but when her hire car breaks down, local mechanic Lavenia 'Vini' Williams provides a tow – and a very welcome jump start to Jessica’s heart.
Vini knows herself and what she wants. She loves her job, her family, her hometown – she’d love to fall in love. Jessica stirs up all the right feelings, but the city girl has no intention of staying in Peach Blossom. Why sign up for a broken heart?
But the temptation is real as Vini goes out of her way to drive a carless Jessica around town. The pair can’t seem to keep their distance – or their hands to themselves.
The first book in the Peach Blossom series: The 7-10 Split by Karmen Lee will fill your enemies to lovers sports romance dreams!
Love and Sportsball by Meka James is a workplace basketball romance to make your heart bounce…
And look forward to The Secret Crush Book Club, aka Book 3 of the Peach Blossomseries by Karmen Lee, out in August 2025!
Praise for Karmen Lee:
'Loaded with wit, unrealized feelings, and unresolved history, Lee’s 7-10 Split delights and elevates a bowling rivalry between the cutest pairing with a striking side of steam.' Kelly Cain author of An AcquiredTaste,on The7-10Split
'Brimming with heart and humor, this second chance romance has it all -rivalry, tension, chemistry, longing, and of course, more than a few tricky 7-10 splits. A breathtaking, heartwarming romance.' Ashley Herring Blake, award-winning author of DelilahGreenDoesn’t,on The7-10Split
978-0-263-39743-7
288pp
16 Jan 2025
£ 8.99
B 198x129, Paperback
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Katherine Garbera is a USA TODAY
bestselling author of more than 100 novels, which have been translated into over two dozen languages and sold millions of copies worldwide. She is the mother of two incredibly creative and snarky grown children. Katherine enjoys drinking champagne, reading, walking and traveling with her husband. She lives in Kent, UK, where she is working on her next novel. Visit her on the web at www.katherinegarbera.com.
Perfect for fans of:
�� Second chance
��️ Small-town romance
�� Fake dating
Just her cup of tea…
In the cosy town of Birch Lake, tea shop owner Poppy Kitchener thought she’d put her past – and her failed marriage – behind her. But when her ex-husband, Alistair Miller turns up, old feelings float to the surface. To top it off, he has a bold proposition: pretend they’re still married for his cousin’s wedding in exchange for a lucrative business deal.
Easy enough, right? After all, this could be Poppy’s last chance to get closure, grow her business and use Alistair’s knowledge of microbrewing to help her finish that winning recipe for the tea competition.
But even after all this time, he still knows how to make her laugh. And he’s changed in ways that make Poppy wonder about the man he’s become… Can she trust this new Alistair with her heart, or will a second chance brew up disaster?
978-0-263-39744-4
27 Feb 2025
£ 8.99
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Yahrah St. John is the author of forty-four published books and won the 2013 Best Kimani Romance from RT Book Reviews for A CHANCE WITH YOU. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Northwestern University. A member of Romance Writers of America, St. John is an avid reader, enjoys cooking, traveling and adventure sports, but her true passion is writing. Visit yahrahstjohn.com.
These enemies are a match made in hell…or heaven!
Perfect for fans of:
�� Sports romance
�� Second chance
�� Enemies to lovers –
Playing against your ex takes a lot of balls!
Teagan Williams knows how to take a loss – especially a big one. After the spectacular collapse of her tennis career and her romantic relationship, she put down her racket, picked herself up and started her life over. But now, Teagan’s considering competing in her country club’s tournament. What’s the worst that could happen?
Dominic Fletcher gave up everything for tennis, and now he’s a star. So why isn’t he content? It’s not until he attends a charity tennis tournament that he understands why. His ex.
Teagan and Dominic are taking their differences out on the court – and off. Because despite their past, their chemistry sparks hotter than ever. But getting a chance to even the score is one thing. Playing to win is an entirely different game…
978-0-263-39745-1
288pp
27 Feb 2025
B 198x129, Paperback
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Readership General
A lover of storytelling in all forms, Susannah Erwin worked for major film studios before writing her first novel, which won RWA's Golden Heart award. She lives in Northern California with her husband and a very spoiled but utterly delightful cat.
Perfect for fans of:
�� Second chance
�� Workplace romance
⛅ Grumpy/sunshine
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The best love stories happen off-screen…
It’s a perfect beginning: upbeat screenwriting student is mentored by genius-but-grumpy indie filmmaker, they argue over movies and share one secret kiss. But then – right after savagely critiquing her screenplay – Xavier Duval skips town and completely ghosts Sutton Spencer.
Fast-forward ten years, Sutton is now a movie exec overseeing Xavier’s new sci-fi blockbuster, which has gone way over budget. This time, she’s in charge. And Xavier? He’s as talented, gruff and hot as she remembers – and still convinced there are no happy-ever-afters in real life.
Seeing the way Sutton combines sweetness with nerves of steel to get his production back on track, Xavier almost wishes he believed in romance. Instead, they agree to an on-set fling, one that will fade to black when shooting stops. On paper, it’s that simple. But life, and love, has a way of going wildly off script…
978-0-263-39746-8
288pp
27 Mar 2025
£ 8.99
B 198x129, Paperback
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Award-winning author Renee Daniel Flagler has written novels and poetry, and she has taught creative writing throughout the New York City Department of Education and served as a Writer in Residence at the Langston Hughes Library. Renee received an MFA in Creative Writing from The College of New Rochelle, where she obtained the graduate program’s inaugural Creative Writing Division Award for Excellence in Writing and Commitment to the Profession. Renee also created a scholarship for students pursuing studies in writing disciplines in higher education. Renee hails from the suburbs of New York City, where she lives with her husband and children. Connect with her at ReneeDanielFlagler.com.
Perfect for fans of:
�� Forced proximity
�� Workplace romance
�� One night
Strictly off-limits…
Holland Davenport is ready to leave her small-town existence behind. So when she inherits a rundown townhouse in Brooklyn from a distant relative, she meets the challenge head-on and moves to New York. Amidst her renovation efforts, she meets her gorgeous next-door neighbour who turns out to be a board member at her new job, and she’s definitely out of her depth.
Noble Washington is the successful CEO of a company he spent a decade building. But his carefully ordered life begins to unravel the second he meets fiery social worker Holland – and spends one unforgettable night with a woman who should be off-limits.
There’s a wall and a world of differences lying between them. But the sheltered small-town girl and the ambitious New York CEO feel a pull that just won’t be denied…
978-0-263-39747-5
27 Mar 2025
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Carla de Guzman writes contemporary romance and believes in happily ever after.
Her books Sweet on You,If The Dress Fits and Some Bali to Love are explorations of her favorite tropes, places and food. She is a part of #romanceclass, an online community of writers, readers and creators of Filipino romance in English, and will always say yes to a café invite.
Perfect for fans of:
International
Slow-burn
Spicy
Love turns up when you least expect it
Love isn’t easy. Especially when everyone seems to have found it but you. For florist Mara Barretto, her love life – or lack thereof – has baffled her close-knit family for years. Now that her baby sister is getting married, however, the pressure to settle down is at an all-time high. Then she meets Jay Montinola, a fellow wedding guest who’s equally single.
And rumour has it that every girl who kisses Jay finds The One immediately after. So Mara does what any girl would do: try it for herself.
It's only a kiss – but the moment Jay’s lips are on hers, Mara’s plan takes an unexpected turn. Will she finally find the relationship she longs for, or is true love a lot closer than she thinks?
978-0-263-39748-2
24 Apr 2025
£ 8.99
B 198x129, Paperback
Subject
Fiction
Readership General
Timothy Janovsky is a queer, multidisciplinary storyteller based in Washington, DC. He holds a Bachelor's degree from Muhlenberg College and a selfappointed certificate in rom-com studies (accreditation pending). When he's not daydreaming about young Hugh Grant, he's telling jokes, playing characters and writing books. He also publishes romantic comedies with Sourcebooks Casablanca, including Never Been Kissed and You're a Mean One, Mathew Prince
Perfect for fans of:
�� Workplace romance
�� Forbidden love
��️ Spicy
–
If one fairytale ends badly…can a new one begin?
When Taylor Frost’s boss flies him across the country to prep for her daughter’s sweet sixteen at the Storybook Endings Resort, the solo mission is well within his wheelhouse. Taylor is excellent at his job – except, he’s probably not supposed to flirt with the resort’s mountain man of a manager, Ethan Golding. Because the rugged older man is also the birthday girl’s father, aka Amy’s ex-husband Oops.
For Ethan, his divorce seemed like the bad ending to his romantic story. And now, making his daughter’s sweet sixteen dreams come true is the closest he’ll get to the kind of magic happiness in fairy tales. Until adorable Taylor has him wondering if maybe this is just the beginning of a more erotic kind of bedtime story…
Thinking about what to read after Once Upon You and Me? Check out other forbidden love Afterglow titles!
Love and Sportsball by Meka James, a sapphic basketball rom com you don't want to miss
The Boyfriend Subscription by Steven Salvatore, a gay spicy fake dating romance set in New York
And don't miss Much Ado About Hating You, a workplace enemies to lovers romance where spicy Shakespeare fanfic writer meets devoted reader…out in May!
PRAISE FOR TIMOTHY JANOVSKY:
'The (Fake) Dating Game is an utter delight, chock-full of all my favorite tropes. Game show antics, idiots-in-love, and a healthy dose of steam, this book swept me off my feet. Sexy as hell, with Janovsky’s trademark wit and charm, this book is everything I want in a romance novel!' Alison Cochrun, author of TheCharmOffensiveand KissHerOnceforMe, on The(Fake)DatingGame
'Janovsky returns with a playful yet heartfelt romp through grief and new love set against the backdrop of reality TV… The result is fun, fast-paced, and full of feeling.' Publishers Weekly on The(Fake) DatingGame
'Janovsky […] has a real flair for delivering sensually descriptive love scenes with steam to spare and a gift for crafting characters with whom readers can readily connect.' Booklist on The(Fake) DatingGame
'Fans of the fake-dating trope and game shows will find a lot to like here. Holden is a sympathetic narrator, and readers will happily root for him.' Library Journal on The(Fake)DatingGame
978-0-263-39749-9
24 Apr 2025
Perfect for fans of:
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A.H. Cunningham is an introvert who weaves lovey-dovey romantic erotica. She writes diverse erotic romance centered on Black and multicultural grown folks. When she’s not writing, you can find her reading, snacking at odd hours, dancing to some Panamanian song, and playing the metaphorical tamborine as her family navigates a new move.
Can what happens at Carnival stay at Carnival?
For sixteen years, Trinidad Velasquez has been the perfect single mum, working hard to build a stable life for her twin sons. But when her boyfriend proposes, she can’t help but wonder whether love should be practical, not butterflies and heart-racing chemistry.
Then her teenage sons trick her into a Caribbean Carnival trip. And she finds herself staying with the one guy who’s always revved her engine…even if he’s a decade south of her dating range.
Orlando Wiggins has never been able to take his eyes off Ms V. He’s mentored her boys for two years, and she’s never suggested there could be more. But at Carnival, between the sensual dancing, heated looks and electric touches, whatever he’s been feeling for her is definitely reciprocated…
978-0-263-39750-5
22 May 2025
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Karen Booth is a Midwestern girl transplanted in the South, raised on '80s music and way too many readings of “Forever” by Judy Blume. Married to her real-life Jake Ryan, she has two amazing kids with epic hair, a very bratty cat, and loves getting up before dawn to write romance. With plenty of sparks.
He’s on track to win her heart…
Perfect for fans of:
��️ Sports romance
�� Enemies to lovers
��️ Spicy
–
Formula 1 + 1 = love
Mia Neal is a champion overthinker. Fortunately, she puts that energy to good use: a podcast about Formula One, her favourite sport in the world. There’s nothing about racing Mia doesn’t adore. The speed. The drivers. The fierce competition. The single-minded ambition. Ironic for a woman who’s changed careers more times than she can count.
Only now her salty takes on gorgeous Brit driver Xander Bishop have gone viral, and the podcast feels more and more like what she’s meant to do. Then Xander’s teammate invites her to the Miami Grand Prix to see F1 up close…but Xander’s not exactly delighted at all the shade she’s been throwing his way.
It should be all-out war. Instead, Mia and Xander are stunned by the sudden crackle of…something sexual arcing between them. It’s irresistible, unbelievably hot – all Mia’s warning flags are waving. Because this reckless attraction is coming all too fast…
It’s Formula One—getting revved up is all part of the fun in this sizzling high-octane rom-com for fans of Rush and The Hating Game!
Break Point by Yahrah St. John (tennis, second chance enemies to lovers)
Love and Sportsball by Meka James (basketball, LGBTQIA+ workplace romance)
Going Toe to Toe by Yahrah St. John (ballet, second chance)
PRAISE FOR KAREN BOOTH'S SWAP AND SMELL THE ROSES:
'Reid and Willow are grappling with real, adult problems, the kind we don’t often see in the pages of romance novels… This is a poignant tale of reinvention with a delicious enemies-to-lovers vibe.' Jenny Holiday, USATodaybestselling author of CanadianBoyfriendon SwapandSmelltheRoses
'Fans of opposites-attract romances, especially those with small-town charm, won’t want to miss [this].' Library Journal on SwapandSmelltheRoses
'Karen Booth is always a guaranteed winner for me. I loved the real feel to this spicy grumpy/sunshine romance!' Louise Bay, USATodaybestselling author
978-0-263-39751-2
22 May 2025
£ 9.99
Perfect for fans of:
�� Workplace romance
�� Forbidden romance
☯ Opposites attract –
Things are about to get downright Shakespearean!
Subject
Readership General
Sarah Echavarre Smith is a copywriterturned-author whowants to make the world a lovelier place, one kissing story at a time. Her loveof romance began when she was eight and she discovered her auntie’s stash ofromance novels. She’s been hooked ever since. When she’s not writing, you canfind her hiking, eating chocolate, and perfecting her lumpia recipe. Follow heron Instagram and Tiktok: @authorsarahs
Romancing Miss Stone by M.C. Vaughan, an adventure travel rom com set in Belize! 288pp B 198x129, Paperback
Financial auditor Micah Mila is used to being the bearer of bad news. But her latest assignment in the local university’s English department has been especially taxing, no thanks to a particularly infuriating literature professor. Luckily, she has an after-hours escape: reading spicy Shakespearean fanfic.
Professor Aidan Scott is damn good at his job. But Micah has been a thorn in his side since he laid eyes on her – eyes that really like what they see. But with his job on the line, there’s no room for distractions. At least, not beyond the sexy fanfic he secretly writes.
When Micah discovers the man getting under her skin is the writer heating her up, their hate turns into something steamier. But with Micah’s audit due and Aidan’s career at risk, separating fantasy from reality becomes increasingly complicated…
Break Point by Yahrah St. John, a tennis second chance enemies to lovers romance of your Challengers dreams!
Not So Fast by Karen Booth, a spicy F1 romance to make your heart race…
978-0-263-39752-9
288pp
19 Jun 2025
B 198x129, Paperback
Subject
Readership General
PaulaOttoni was born and raised in Brazil and moved to Denmark in 2016. Today she ismarried to a Dane and has two children. She completed a master’s in video gamedesign at the IT University of Copenhagen and works as a game writer andnarrative designer. She is learning to be a Viking, but winter swimming remainsa locked achievement.
If any place can turn two best friends into lovers, it’s Venice.
Well, only if you don’t have a dreamy tour guide like Lorenzo…
Perfect for fans of:
�� Friends to lovers
✈ International �� Love triangle
For LA chef Daisy Hogan, this trip to Venice is the start of her new life – inspiration for her California restaurant, saying yes to stability and basically fulfilling all her dad’s dreams. But then the trip goes sideways, and she’s left in the most romantic city in the world with her best friend, Jeremy. He’s stable, reliable. If she wants to salvage the future she planned, maybe she should fall for her friend?
Enter Lorenzo Fontana, hotel concierge by day, violinist in his dreams. He gave up music for a practical life in the city he loves, and to keep his job, he’s vowed to be Daisy and Jeremy’s personal guide to romance. Only he’s not supposed to be feeling this personal about their project…
With racing hearts, longing glances and gondola rides, Daisy begins questioning her plans and even her future.
978-0-263-39753-6
288pp
19 Jun 2025
B 198x129, Paperback
Subject
M.C. Vaughan is a Baltimore-based author of contemporary romance riddled with humor. If you want to giggle throughout your sexy stories, welcome! You’ll root for her characters as they fall for their perfect people…and simultaneously want to throttle them for being big dummies about love.
She grew up in a house crowded with family, friends, books, music, and the occasional ghost. Currently, she lives in Maryland with her husband and three delightful kids.
There are millions of men in Los Angeles, and somehow Julia Stone’s mother just got engaged to the worst possible option. Not that there’s anything wrong with her future stepfather. It’s his son who's the problem. Event planner Carson Miller is six-plus feet of lean muscle and irresistible charm, and ten years ago he made Julia’s life hell.
Paired with Carson to organise the last-minute Belize wedding, Julia doesn’t intend to let him off the hook for past bad behaviour. If only there weren’t surprising new feelings in the mix, like their undeniable chemistry…
Carson claims he made mistakes; he’s a different person than he was back then. Julia’s response: prove it. Now in between wedding planning, zip-lining and exploring waterfalls, they’re having fun falling hard and wondering if this paradise can last once the party’s over…
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