Holiday Mates Series by Alexander Elliott

Looking for a fresh start, Levi accepts a new teaching position in Bear Creek. Home to both humans and bear shifters, it also hosts an annual holiday celebration like no other. Focused on his students and preparing for Christmas, romance is the last thing on his gift list. When a local shifter shows interest, however, Levi’s hesitant to get involved.Knox lives a simple, quiet life just outside of town, longing for someone to love... moreLooking for a fresh start, Levi accepts a new teaching position in Bear Creek. Home to both humans and bear shifters, it also hosts an annual holiday celebration like no other. Focused on his students and preparing for Christmas, romance is the last thing on his gift list. When a local shifter shows interest, however, Levi’s hesitant to get involved.Knox lives a simple, quiet life just outside of town, longing for someone to love. When his bear picks up an intriguing and unforgettable scent, he’s determined to win over the cautious new music teacher. After a rough start, he patiently breaks down the walls around Levi’s heart, hoping for a future neither man thought possible.Aided by the magic of Christmas, a cozy cabin, and a lot of snow, Knox and Levi discover love is the greatest gift of all. Follow the twinkle lights to Bear Creek for a warm and furry holiday romance with a guaranteed happy ending! (Contains steamy M/M content.) less

Over a decade ago, bear shifter, Dash Hawthorn, tragically lost his mate near Valentine’s Day. Alone ever since, he shuns the lover’s holiday to keep his fragile heart from breaking. With a new business venture under construction near Bear Creek, Dash prepares to leave painful memories behind and embrace a different kind of life. He doesn’t know it will include an intriguing human his bear can’t resist.Aiden Romero’s world revolved around Delicious, his popular downtown chocolate shop... moreOver a decade ago, bear shifter, Dash Hawthorn, tragically lost his mate near Valentine’s Day. Alone ever since, he shuns the lover’s holiday to keep his fragile heart from breaking. With a new business venture under construction near Bear Creek, Dash prepares to leave painful memories behind and embrace a different kind of life. He doesn’t know it will include an intriguing human his bear can’t resist.Aiden Romero’s world revolved around Delicious, his popular downtown chocolate shop. While he loved most holidays, Valentine’s only reminded him that his desire for a shifter mate remained unfulfilled. When the town’s newest resident stops by the shop, their instant attraction begins a complicated romance neither man expected.As their attraction grows, Delicious experiences a wave of attacks that leave Aiden shaken and his business at risk. Despite Dash’s inner doubts, he does everything possible to protect the human he knows is his mate. In the process, and with the help of Dash’s bear, they begin to see a future full of possibilities.Can two lonely hearts overcome the past and embrace a new Valentine’s Day together? See what Cupid’s been up to in this hot and angsty romance with a guaranteed happy ending! (Book 2 of the Holiday Mates series. Contains steamy M/M content.) less