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New Orleans, 1889—where every note carries a secret and every sinner has a song. Esmé Baptiste was born with music in her blood and mischief in her soul. By day she sells perfume on Rue Chartres; by night she rules Le Chanson du Diable, the underground jazz club where her saxophone can make angels blush and devils dance. But Esmé’s gift is more than talent—it’s magic … and it’s dangerous. When a mysterious critic with a federal badge starts asking questions—and a charming man in white claims to be her father (the Devil himself)—Esmé is pulled into a duel between ...

At Florida’s most famous clothing-optional resort, Christmas comes wrapped in laughter, love, and just a hint of magic. Barefoot Haven is glowing with tinsel and chaos. Frankie’s wrangling decorations, Mrs. Abernathy’s goats are eating them, and somewhere amid the foam and fairy lights, suave resort owner Lucien Moreau is trying to hide a velvet ring box from his quick-witted bistro manager — and the love of his life — Velma Sanders. But when two mysterious guests, Chris and Barbara Ringle, arrive in snowflake Hawaiian shirts and seem to know everyone’s heart a little too well, ...

The beads are cursed. The floats are possessed. And the King Cake might kill you. Mrs. Claus was promised a vacation—a little jazz, a few beignets, and absolutely no holiday heroics. But when the team arrives in New Orleans for Mardi Gras, something is very wrong with the magic. Krewes are vanishing. Parade floats are waking up angry. And a sinister masked figure called Baron Noire is twisting Carnival’s joy into a spell of chaos. With Jack Frost slinging sass and ice, Nikolaus Claus armed with an enchanted dagger, and Felicia Sparklehoof (the most dramatic reindeer this side of the ...

When Crystal Bay’s Pride Festival kicks off with glitter, confetti, and chaos, Mrs. Claus and her misfit crew are once again thrust into the heart of a holiday mystery. What starts as a festive celebration turns into a tangled web of sabotage, secrets, and sass when drag queens go missing, glitter bombs misfire, and someone steals the ceremonial Rainbow Key. With Jack Frost reluctantly undercover in leather chaps, Felicia ready to sparkle-charge her way through the suspects, and Nibbles hacking from behind a rhinestone-studded laptop, the team must track down a saboteur determined to ruin...

When a hurricane barrels toward Barefoot Haven, the quirky, close-knit residents of the naturist resort must do more than board windows and herd goats—they must pull together like never before. From Mrs. Abernathy’s determined goat-wrangling to Velma’s makeshift camp-stove feasts, every resident brings something to the fight against the storm. Former Marine Michael organizes safety drills, Claire keeps spirits steady, and Beau—the cowboy grandson with a roguish grin—finds himself side by side with Amber, the corporate vice president who never thought she’d trade boardrooms for ...

FLATLINE AND FLIRTATION A Barefoot Haven Romance Dr. Noah Harrington doesn’t do sunshine, spontaneity, or sarongs. But when the overworked trauma surgeon collapses mid-surgery and is forced into a mandatory sabbatical, he reluctantly agrees to a wellness retreat… without reading the fine print. Now he’s barefoot at Barefoot Haven, a naturist resort where the towels are optional, the goats are opinionated, and a sarcastic housekeeper named Annie Russo folds chaos into every corner. Annie has seen plenty of guests come and go—but Noah is different. Stubborn. Buttoned-up. Accidentally ...

Afterlight Some monsters choose the dark. Others are born in it. When mortal detective Cassie Virelli accidentally crashes a vampire stakeout, she has no idea her life is about to be flipped upside down—into the supernatural underworld of shadows, blood magic, and ancient vendettas. Her unlikely partner? Damien Ardent: brooding, immortal, and inconveniently sexy. As bodies pile up and a rogue vampire cult threatens to unleash chaos, Cassie and Damien must race to unravel a prophecy that links their fates. But the deeper they dig, the more tangled their connection becomes—and the more ...

Love is in the air... and so is murder. Mrs. Claus thought a Valentine's Day getaway to the Venus Heights Love Lodge would be a much-needed break after saving Halloween. But when dignitaries start dropping like heart-shaped flies at the annual Gala, it’s clear someone’s got a grudge against love itself. With the holiday’s magical heart missing and a masked killer known only as The Heartbreaker on the loose, Mrs. Claus must team up with the ever-frosty Jack Frost, sass-slinging reindeer diva Felicia Sparklehoof, and the hyperactive squirrel techie Nibbles to crack the case. As ...

When the Pumpkin King vanishes, Halloween loses its head—and Mrs. Claus is the only one who can save it. The holidays have never been peaceful, but when a sinister letter arrives from the Halloween Council, Mrs. Claus knows something is deeply wrong. The Pumpkin King is missing, Halloween magic is unraveling, and ancient shadows are stirring in the forgotten corners of Octoberland. Armed with peppermint spells, sharp wit, and an eye for festive sabotage, Mrs. Claus assembles her most dramatic team yet: the eternally chilly Jack Frost, fashion-forward reindeer diva Felicia Sparklehoof, and...

Mason Labo thought his biggest challenges were behind him: building a successful legal career and finding closure after his grandmother's passing. But when he discovers a mysterious jade pendant hidden among her belongings, his life takes a surreal turn. Transported to the otherworldly Valley of Hope, Mason learns he has been chosen as the Pandorian of Time, a guardian of the delicate temporal balance. Guided by Saturn, the enigmatic Roman god of time and renewal, and accompanied by Chronos, a scrappy terrier with a hidden dragon form, Mason must master his newfound powers to battle demons ...

When the veil between the magical and the mortal is lifted, the world as you know it shatters into wonder—and chaos. In this spellbinding tale, four adult siblings discover that their lifelong quirks and hidden talents are far more than coincidences. Raymond, a devoted husband and father with a passion for gardening and woodworking, learns he is a wood nymph whose touch brings nature to life. Gail, a compassionate nurse, finds that her extraordinary empathy is a supernatural gift capable of healing more than just physical wounds. Barbara, navigating life after divorce while raising her ...

In the heart of the Caribbean, where the waves shimmer like molten gold and danger lurks beneath every horizon, pirate captain Jean Luc Boudreaux reigns as both legend and rogue. With his irresistible charm and devil-may-care swagger, Jean Luc plunders more than treasure—he steals hearts. From the sultry taverns of Havana to the windswept shores of Tortuga, his lovers are as scattered as the jewels in his coffers, each one holding a piece of his untamed soul. But when Jean Luc crosses paths with Captain Eleanor “Hellfire” Drake—an infamous pirate queen with an all-female crew and a ...

Food, rivalry, and undeniable chemistry heat up the streets in this sizzling rom-com! Ava Carter has one goal—prove that her food truck, Savory Bites, is the best in town. She’s worked too hard crafting the perfect menu to let anyone steal her spotlight. Especially not Nate Ramirez, the annoyingly charming owner of Sizzlin’ Street, whose bold flavors—and even bolder attitude—drive her up the wall. Their fierce competition has fueled a months-long rivalry, complete with snarky jabs, social media showdowns, and food that makes customers swoon. But when a high-stakes cooking ...

Brenda Babbage's life in Washington, D.C., is turned upside down when an opal pendant mysteriously appears on her desk, pulsing with cold energy and summoning her to a mystical realm. Chosen to become a Pandorian, Brenda must master the power of ice and snow with the guidance of Hodr, the Norse god of winter. Alongside Frosty, her ice dragon companion disguised as a playful Dachshund, Brenda battles the sinister Demons of Lies—creatures that thrive on deceit and betrayal. As Brenda's training intensifies, so does her bond with Hodr, whose icy exterior hides a heart touched by centuries of...

Set sail for an unforgettable journey of self-discovery, romance, and adventure in Waves of Desire. Travel writer Mara boards the luxurious Seduction of the Seas, expecting nothing more than a whirlwind of exotic destinations and fleeting encounters. But as the days unfold, so do unexpected connections—with the soulful musician, the charming yoga instructor, a blast from her past, and a wild-hearted local tour guide. Through laughter-filled nights, stolen kisses, and deep conversations under the stars, Mara begins to confront her deepest fears about love and vulnerability. With the ...

Gloria Davenport’s life as a nurse in Chicago was quiet, routine—until she is chosen to be the next Pandorian Guardian of Growth. Gifted with a powerful emerald pendant that grants her control over nature, Gloria must learn to harness its power to protect the world from the evil unleashed by Pandora’s box. But she soon discovers that her new role comes with much more than responsibility—it brings her face to face with the greed demons that thrive on humanity’s vices. As she navigates her dual life—one as a compassionate nurse and the other as a Guardian—Gloria is guided by the...

Pierre is no ordinary poodle. As the First Dog of the United States, he enjoys the luxuries of White House living—gourmet meals, personal grooming, and a front-row seat to the political games of Washington, D.C. But beneath his perfectly trimmed curls, Pierre harbors a secret: he understands politics better than the humans running the country. When he uncovers a conspiracy to overthrow the President and install a puppet leader, Pierre becomes the most wanted fugitive in America. Framed for espionage and exiled from the White House, he must navigate the treacherous underbelly of the ...

In a world hidden from human eyes, where animals can shift into their human counterparts, the Bureau of Animal Recon and Covert Shifting (BARCS) stands as the last line of defense against global threats. In Las Vegas, Sassy—a stylish Standard Poodle shifter and the confident leader of the BARCS team—faces her toughest mission yet: to unravel a deadly conspiracy orchestrated by a powerful senator and his ruthless accomplice.

In the world of competitive dance, passion ignites, and boundaries blur as three souls find themselves intertwined in a love that defies convention. Lucas, a dedicated dancer with dreams of grandeur, never imagined that a simple partnership could lead to something so profound. Drawn to both the fiery Sofia and the charismatic Alejandro, he navigates uncharted territory, grappling with emotions that challenge his beliefs about love and commitment.

Kate Kavanaugh is a modern-day touch psychic, navigating the complexities of her gift in a world that often misunderstands it. When she inherits an old, elegant brownstone in the heart of Boston from her late grandmother, Lorraine "Lucky" Kavanaugh, Kate’s life takes a thrilling turn. As she explores the dusty corners and forgotten treasures of the estate, each item she touches reveals hidden stories of her grandmother’s extraordinary life.