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Beneath the Stain - Part Seven by Amy Lane
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe one lesson that Trav's learned with the band's return to Tyson is that it should be hard to say good-bye. Mackey, Kell, Jefferson, and Stevie have to say good-bye to the person who helped make them and break them. They have to say good-bye to their bitterness and anger, and they have to say good-bye to lingering hope that one of the best parts of their childhood can be with them always... -
![Everything They Wanted by Tiffany Reisz]()
Everything They Wanted by Tiffany Reisz
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsFree read from the author.…give, and it will be given unto you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together, running over, will be put into your lap; for the measure you give will be the measure you get back. – Luke 6:38Merry Christmas to all my readers! Since I can’t send a Christmas card to every last one of you, I offer this in its stead—an Original Sinners Christmas story... -
![Line Brawl by Bianca Sommerland]()
Line Brawl by Bianca Sommerland
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsNot all fights are one on one. In a team, no man should stand alone. ‘You can’t keep me.’ Shawn ‘Easy’ Pischlar has given his speech so often, it should be written on the white board in the Dartmouth Cobra’s locker room. Too many of his own teammates have heard the words. And the games he’s played are finally catching up to him... -
![All In With Him by Lauren Blakely]()
All In With Him by Lauren Blakely
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsOnce upon a time all I needed was baseball, friends and extracurricular activities. Then everything changed when Declan Steele stormed into my life and upended all my priorities with his heart, his love, his passion.So my next five-year plan will include this new ground rule—Love big... -
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![Perfect Gifts by R.J. Scott, V.L. Locey]()
Perfect Gifts by R.J. Scott, V.L. Locey
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFamily comes first in all things. Whatever the cost.Ten had always heard the saying ‘Out of the mouth of babes,’ but he’d not expected it to hit home as it had. After a comment from their daughter, Ten and Jared find themselves pondering an addition to the family. Moving into the adoption process is nerve-wracking and riddled with anxiety—kind of like how the Railers have been playing of late... -
![Bootleg Diva: Confessions of a Quarterback Princess by Levi Brody by Mercy Celeste]()
Bootleg Diva: Confessions of a Quarterback Princess by Levi Brody by Mercy Celeste
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsA Southern Scrimmage BiographyAll heroes need an origins story. From trailer park to the Super Dome.Everybody’s All-American quarterback by day.Infamous exotic dancer by night. Levi Brody is one of the undisputed greats of the game... -
![End Game by Samantha Wayland]()
End Game by Samantha Wayland
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsGarrick LeBlanc never intended to fall in love with two people, but he has, and now he has to figure out what to do about it. He wants to make them happy, but is afraid he’s doing just the opposite. To make matters worse, he’s trapped in New Brunswick until the end of the hockey season, while his lovers are both in Boston... -
![Center of Gravity by Neve Wilder]()
Center of Gravity by Neve Wilder
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWhen life comes apart at the seams, love is the only thread that can mend it Accountant Rob Macomb has a stable job that he’s good at and… that’s about it. A year of nothing but heartache leaves him seeking refuge from loneliness and grief behind spreadsheets, punishing daily runs, and the occasional anonymous tryst... -
![The Last Day Of Summer by J.F. Smith]()
The Last Day Of Summer by J.F. Smith
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsRett’s done some running away in his life, from family and from boyfriends, and he’s not above doing it again. His current boyfriend wants to take their relationship to the next level, which makes Rett hesitant and doubtful... -
![Playing by the Rules by Beth Bolden]()
Playing by the Rules by Beth Bolden
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsEx-quarterback Davis Abernathy knows he’s on his last chance.If he strikes out as Paxton Kelly’s coach, nobody else is going to call him. Not to get back on the field, and not to stand on the sidelines.He’s got a lot to teach Pax, and as a second-year quarterback, Pax has a lot to learn. But Davis doesn’t anticipate the irresistible way they’ll be drawn together from their first meeting... -
![First Christmas: Marcus and Thomas Christmas Vignette by Joey W. Hill]()
First Christmas: Marcus and Thomas Christmas Vignette by Joey W. Hill
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsMarcus and Thomas from Rough Canvas celebrate their first Christmas together as a married couple.Found on the Joey W. Hill fan forum:http://www.jwhconnection.com/forums/t...Also found at:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1d.. -
![The Cost of Desire (Secrets in Edgewood) by Kate Hawthorne]()
The Cost of Desire (Secrets in Edgewood) by Kate Hawthorne
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsJordan Chambers wasn’t looking for a relationship, but a late night at the office finds him too close for comfort to a much younger intern. Danny is fresh and fun, and he’s also the son of Jordan’s business partner. What starts as a one night roleplay grows into a months long secret which shows no signs of slowing down... -
![Stitch Me by K.C. Carmine]()
Stitch Me by K.C. Carmine
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhen a bad-boy immigrant wants to explore his kinky side, Rod is willing to give him much more than his firm hand.His career a mess and his sex life a string of meaningless hookups, Rod is ready for a change. He needs someone who can fit into his world as a true partner, but also feed his dominant and sadistic sides. Impossible? Maybe, but he needs to try... -
![Advance & Retreat by Brigham Vaughn]()
Advance & Retreat by Brigham Vaughn
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA competitive swimmer and a glamorous drag queen … a love worthy of gold or a crushing defeat?Openly gay college swimmer Ian Harrington is fighting against a current of tragedy. He's grieving the loss of his parents and best friend, and now he's dealing with a toxic coach and judgmental brother. But he won't let that stop him from chasing his dream: Olympic gold... -
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![Save The Date by R.J. Scott, V.L. Locey]()
Save The Date by R.J. Scott, V.L. Locey
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsEver since he first set foot in Harrisburg, Tennant’s life has been a rollercoaster. Ups and downs too numerous to mention, hard knocks and championship rings. Through all of those monumental moments, one thing has been a constant for him, Jared Madsen. Now that their wedding day is drawing nearer, Ten is seriously considering eloping... -
![Line Drive by Sloan Johnson]()
Line Drive by Sloan Johnson
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsPJ Nolan just has to get through this year. He’d been hoping for a trade to Milwaukee, where he wouldn’t have to hide the fact that he was gay, but that didn’t pan out. He’s close enough to achieving his goal that he can’t walk away, no matter how hostile the Miami clubhouse had become... -
![Baby Makes Three by R.J. Scott, V.L. Locey]()
Baby Makes Three by R.J. Scott, V.L. Locey
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWhen baby makes three, Christmas will never be the same for Ten and Jared.There's not much that Tennant Rowe hasn't accomplished, and all before reaching thirty. Hoisting the Cup, marrying the man of his dreams, and becoming a spokesman for LGBTQ2+ athletes' rights have filled his world with great joy... -
![The Professor's Date by Lane Hayes]()
The Professor's Date by Lane Hayes
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThe professor, the hair stylist, and a wedding date…TommyHelp! My sister is getting married and according to her, I need a date. And a makeover. I’m a busy man, though. I don’t have time to meet eligible bachelors, and the tape holding my glasses together works just fine. Until my hair stylist steps on them... -
![Risking the Shot by Amy Aislin]()
Risking the Shot by Amy Aislin
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsTime for distractions? Hardly. A chance at making the playoffs? It’s a dream for NHL forward Taylor Cunningham that just might come true. If he can keep his eyes on the ball—ahem, puck. And study for midterms. Dakota Cotton, eleven years his senior, isn’t just a distraction, though—he’s everything Tay’s ever wanted... -
![Enforce by Charity Parkerson]()
Enforce by Charity Parkerson
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThey were supposed to be a one-night stand, and then a weekend fling… a just-for-this-season affair… soulmates. When Chip met Jai during All-Stars weekend, their hookup should’ve ended there. At the time, it was no big deal. As the assistant coach for the Phoenix Ice Rays, Chip can’t be in a relationship with a player from his team. Lucky for him, Jai plays for the Red Zones... -
![KRANE by Nicole Colville]()
KRANE by Nicole Colville
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsPrepare to be ruined for every other man who comes after Krane At the age of thirty-seven, local giant and semi-professional rugby player Krane Buchannan had spent his life hiding behind a tightly locked closet door with a wife as a shield and a gut full of regrets. Coming out may not have been his choice, but ending his marriage was... -
![Dream of You by Lauren Gilley]()
Dream of You by Lauren Gilley
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsJordan Walker learned the hard way that dreams diminish with time and age. He dreamed of Olympic medals and golden shoes, of cheering crowds and endless stretches of red track laid out before him. Then he dreamed of state and nationals, of college scholarships. He dreamed of the unending support, the shining face of that angelic, flawless first love that gave him wings... -
![Unstable by Charity Parkerson]()
Unstable by Charity Parkerson
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratings“A bottle of liquor a day keeps the demons at bay.” After a childhood so horrific a book was published about it, Jimmy understandably didn’t become the most well-adjusted adult. He’s made it his business to blend into the background while drinking himself into an early grave. That is, until he pulls a homeless teen from the dumpster. Living on the streets hasn’t been easy for Eli... -
![Socks for an Otter by Posy Roberts]()
Socks for an Otter by Posy Roberts
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHe fell from his ivory tower and landed in the gutter. But Sebastian would rather be homeless and hungry than clueless. On his way to the food pantry, a guy on his cell phone runs into him and triggers his prickly side. As a sign of goodwill, Louis offers to cook for him. But all Sebastian sees is the privilege he used to have. This isn’t a fairytale. Louis isn’t Prince Charming... -
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![Ice Angels by Ryan Taylor, Joshua Harwood]()
Ice Angels by Ryan Taylor, Joshua Harwood
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsDrew and Cleevs love hockey, but they love each other more. How can the men find a way to save what matters most?Todd Cleever and Drew Simon are crazy about each other. They started dating three years ago when “Cleevs” was a rookie defenseman for the Chicago Ice. Drew, the team’s captain, was a few years older than Cleevs... -
![Foul Ball by Haven Hadley]()
Foul Ball by Haven Hadley
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsDeclan Armitage. The right fielder Espen got in a trade.A powerful hitter, a hard throw, and an unmatched stolen base percentage. Not expecting to be traded, he was happy to learn where he was headed. If only he didn’t need to find a new place to live. One phone call from his brother and the plan was put into motion. Brock Richmond was loyal to a fault... -
![In Vino by Alexis Hall]()
In Vino by Alexis Hall
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratings**Author note: In Vino is a Spires Universe extra – but it’s not currently available as the entire Spires series has found a new home at Sourcebooks! Ahhh!**A novella about Jasper, a character from FOR REAL. A giveaway to folks who sign up for Hall's mailing list... -
![Change for You by Crystal Lacy]()
Change for You by Crystal Lacy
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSilver fox Stephen Webb doesn’t mean to start a workplace fling with the cute new intern. Stephen Webb has a pivotal tax season ahead of him and he doesn't have time for distractions. At least that's what he thinks—until Minoru "Max" Kamigawa walks into his life and disrupts all his plans. Max secretly wants to follow his love of music, but family obligations keep him rooted in Hawaii... -
![Too Close to Fall by M.A. Innes]()
Too Close to Fall by M.A. Innes
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsKevin and Jeremy think that a vacation at the end of the summer will be the perfect way to start their new year at college. Sun, surf, and a fun anniversary gift from their neighbors is the perfect way to celebrate. Unfortunately, the past keeps rearing its controlling, judgmental head. But Jeremy and Kevin aren’t willing to back down any longer—they’re done running... -
![Never Enough by E.M. Denning]()
Never Enough by E.M. Denning
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsTommy Parker has everything under control. He's made it through almost four years of University without revealing the secrets of his tumultuous home life. He has his eye on the prize but he can't turn down a party invitation from his friend Shawn. Even though it's not his scene Tommy finds he doesn't mind being the subject of Vince Barnett's attention. Vince Barnett is ready to move on... -
![Out for the Holidays and Out for Gold by Lane Hayes]()
Out for the Holidays and Out for Gold by Lane Hayes
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsOut for the HolidaysA Dream Come True…Derek-This is it! I’m finally opening my own bistro. I’ve spent the last two years getting ready for this moment. I can’t decide if the holidays are the perfect time to begin a new venture, but I’m excited. It would be nice if my family were on board too.Gabe-I play water polo... -
![When Irish Eyes Are Sparkling by Tom Collins, Thirteen]()
When Irish Eyes Are Sparkling by Tom Collins, Thirteen
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThis book is no longer available, due to publisher demise. Liam O’Shaughnessy wasn't expecting to fall in love again, not so soon after yet another painful break up. Then Oliver Sutton, paramedic in training, walked into his Aunt's Irish Pub, and shocked Liam's wounded heart back to life... -
![Playing for Keeps by Beth Bolden]()
Playing for Keeps by Beth Bolden
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsSebastian Howard is the best damn cornerback in the NFL.Or at least he was.Age and injuries have taken a toll, and while most people have written him off, Sebastian isn’t ready to acknowledge that at only thirty-two, he’s already in the twilight of his career.He signs with the Miami Piranhas intending to prove everyone wrong... -
![Risk Takers by Nicky James]()
Risk Takers by Nicky James
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsOne night of reckless fun changed our entire lives.We didn’t apologize for what we did because we weren’t sorry.Instead, we kept it a secret.It was ours, and it was amazing.We were risk takers and rule breakers, and we weren’t going to let anything stand in our way.It might have lasted, if not for one tiny lapse in judgment.After that, everything came to a crashing halt.It was over. Finished... -
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![The Swap Masquerade by Annabella Michaels]()
The Swap Masquerade by Annabella Michaels
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 10 ratings“A night of passion and pleasure awaits you. No names, no faces, just the chance to live out your wildest fantasies. Leave your keys in the bowl and let fate decide who you’ll end up with.” After years of hiding his sexuality from his family and teammates, Elliott Stone is tired of living a lie... -
![The Master Will Appear by L.A. Witt]()
The Master Will Appear by L.A. Witt
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsDr. Mikhail “Misha” Budnikov takes one look at fellow fencer Ryan O’Connor and instantly knows his type. The undisciplined hothead is all ego with no finesse and even less control. In short, Misha’s pet peeves personified. To put the arrogant kid in check, Misha challenges him to a sparring match, which he predictably wins... -
![Goal Line by R.J. Scott, V.L. Locey]()
Goal Line by R.J. Scott, V.L. Locey
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsFear and sadness mark Bryan’s life, can Gatlin show him that you have to trust before you can love? Gatlin Pearce is creeping up on thirty-eight and is still single. It’s not that he wants to be alone, it’s just that he’s too damn old to be in clubs filled with glittery gay boys who can’t even tell him who the Rolling Stones are... -
![Game Changer by Sierra Hill]()
Game Changer by Sierra Hill
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsUp until two years ago, I was living large and my life’s priorities were anchored to three things – my NBA stardom, money and celebrity. I was also a colossal dick. Until one night turned my world upside down and I suffered unspeakable loss. That event changed the man I was and made me a widowed-single father... -
![Triple Play by Sloan Johnson, Quinn Ward]()
Triple Play by Sloan Johnson, Quinn Ward
Rated: 4.08 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsWhen Eric is unable to help his friend recover, he has to put his feelings aside for a second time. He never imagined the man who could help would be the glue that bound them together.Drew Jackson had it all: a family who loves him, a tight circle of friends, and he’s a rising star with the Milwaukee Mavericks... -
![Catching Kalen by Maya Nicole, Britt Andrews]()
Catching Kalen by Maya Nicole, Britt Andrews
Rated: 4.08 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsThe call never came.So, I did what any major league hopeful reject would do: I went to the bar to escape my reality.When I locked gazes with a pair of gorgeous blue eyes, I knew the night was going to be anything but normal.Especially since I’d never been with a man.One night of passion left me questioning everything... -
![Not Knowing Jack by K.A. Mitchell]()
Not Knowing Jack by K.A. Mitchell
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsWhen your lover becomes a stranger, trust is the weakest link of all. Bartender Tony Gemetti has it all: a rich, hot boyfriend, a McMansion in the burbs and unlimited sex in an expectation-free zone. He thought that was all he ever wanted out of any relationship until Jack begins making excuses for frequent disappearances... -
![Playing with Fire by Avery Cockburn]()
Playing with Fire by Avery Cockburn
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 12 ratings“I don’t want options. I just want you.”Robert McKenzie has a secret. As the only straight player on an all-LGBT soccer team, he’s known to fans as “McWhatAWaste.” No one would guess Robert’s actually bisexual. At twenty-one, on the verge of a brilliant career in video game design, he’s finally ready to be his true self... -
![Two-Man Advantage by Toni Aleo]()
Two-Man Advantage by Toni Aleo
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsWells Lemiere knew the moment he saw Matty Haverbrooke, he had to have him. Matty was quiet, he was talented, he was beautiful, and Wells couldn’t stay away. As the youngest and most talented son of the NHL Commissioner, Matty had found the burden of family expectations almost too heavy to carry on even his broad shoulders. He had no intention of getting involved in a relationship with Wells... -
![Personal Secrets by K.C. Wells]()
Personal Secrets by K.C. Wells
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsBlake Davis and husband Will are delighted when Ed Fellows turns up at the hospital the night their daughter is born—even if he is covered in mud from playing rugby and drunk out of his skull. Team-mate Colin is the Good Samaritan who drives him there, and when Colin takes Ed home, Colin finds himself on the receiving end of a blow-job. He has no problem with that whatsoever... -
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![Live for Today by Carol Lynne]()
Live for Today by Carol Lynne
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsBook twelve in the Campus Cravings Series Life has been good for Justin Nelson. With a big bowl game mere weeks away, the pressure is on. For some men, being stretched in two different directions might become too much, but not for Justin, he thrives on it. Trying to balance life with his long-time partner, Luc, and his duty to the team gives Justin a rush like no other... -
![A Biker's Vow by Carol Lynne]()
A Biker's Vow by Carol Lynne
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsBook nine in the Campus Cravings Series After contracting the HIV virus bad boy biker, Kade Straus, has given up on life and love. Taken in by his ex-lover, he tries to pull himself up by the boot-straps and continue on with his solitary existence but when he meets shy college student, Lark, he's completely thrown... -
![Discovery by Quinn Ward]()
Discovery by Quinn Ward
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA Demisexual Age Play Romance Sex is a lot like pizza. It's good, but you won't die without it... Matteo's always known he was different. Seeing his older brothers falling in love shines a spotlight on his own lack of desire. Modeling age play gear was a way to prove he could make his own decisions, nothing more... -
![Sugar and Ice by R.J. Scott, V.L. Locey]()
Sugar and Ice by R.J. Scott, V.L. Locey
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWhen love is on the line, the worst decisions can end up having the best endings.Tate Collins, an all-American hockey phenomenon, was the highly marketable face of Dallas hockey. Loaded down with endorsements and playing his best game, he was a superstar and a household name... -
![Across the Pond by RJ Scott, V.L. Locey]()
Across the Pond by RJ Scott, V.L. Locey
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThe greatest journey isn’t from England to the States, it’s the one that two men take on the way to find each other. Sebastian Brown is on a mission to rescue the Arizona Raptors and a vow he made to a friend in college. Either that or he’s on vacation. He’s not entirely sure that he’s made up his mind yet... -
![Daddy Cam by K.M. Neuhold]()
Daddy Cam by K.M. Neuhold
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsJust when I thought my secret crush on my Daddy-Dom best friend couldn’t get any worse, I stumbled on his Daddy Cam Channel… I can run a multi-million dollar tech company, but I can’t seem to work up the courage to tell my best friend that I’ve been in love with him for years. In my defense, Saxon is a gorgeous, successful, big-d**k Daddy with a million SUBscribers drooling over his Daddy Cam...
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