Crazy things happen on Halloween. Still, the last thing Kestrel expects is to inadvertently bring a large gargoyle statue to life. And the last thing she figures a statue-come-to-life will want is a one night stand. Damaris is strong, sexy, and remarkably persuasive. Who is she to say no? But Damaris is cursed, and Kestrel might be falling for a man she can only be with one night a year.

Akashic Books continues its groundbreaking series of original noir anthologies, launched in 2004 with Brooklyn Noir. Each story is set in a distinct neighborhood or location within the city of the book.The Akashic Noir Series first ventured into France with Paris Noir, and now moves one step deeper...Featuring brand-new stories translated from French by David Ball and Nicole Ball: François Beaune, Philippe Carrese, Patrick Coulomb, Cédric Fabre, René Frégni, Christian Garcin, Salim Hatubou, Rebecca Lighieri, Emmanuel Loi, Marie Neuser, Pia Petersen, Serge Scotto, Minna Sif, and François Thomazeau.Cet ouvrage publié dans le cadre du programme d'aide à la publication bénéficie du soutien du Ministèe des Affaires Etrangères et du Service Culturel de l'Ambassade de France représenté aux Etats-Unis.This work, published as part of a program of aid for publication, received...

The realities of war are brutal for any man, but for a Buddhist like Andrew Waters, they're unthinkable. And reconciling his serene nature with the savagery of World War II isn't the only challenge Andrew faces. First, he must overcome the deep prejudice his half-Chinese ancestry evokes from his shipmates, a feat he manages by providing them with the best meals any destroyer crew ever had. Then he falls in love with his superior officer, and the two men struggle to satisfy their growing passion within the confines of the military code of conduct. In a distracted moment, he reveals his sexuality to the crew, and his effort to serve his country seems doomed. When the ship is destroyed, Andrew and the crew are interned in Changi, a notorious Japanese POW camp. In order to save the life of the man he loves, Andrew agrees to become the commandant's whore. He uses his influence with the commandant to help his crew survive the hideous conditions, but will they understand his sacrifice or condemn him as a traitor?Previously published by Zumaya Publications.

Russian supermodel Irina has a special treat planned for her first business trip to New York City. She's going to hire eight men, sight unseen, to fulfill her hottest fantasy: being kidnapped, tied up, jacked off onto, and gang-banged in the city's darkest hovel! A story so hot it'll make you break a sweat!

This book may be read alone but is better if the other books, I Feel You and Coming to Terms are read first. “I’ve Got You” revisits the characters from I Feel You.

None of Nedim’s plans ever involved going on a dangerous pilgrimage with his straightlaced brother. Nedim is about to discover that destiny isn’t all it’s cracked up to be.

When Ethan Stokes returns to his family’s farm after his mother’s death, he didn’t expect the obligatory weekend visit to turn into a project that would take the entire summer to complete. He also didn’t expect to be living with Quinn Kincade, the man who Ethan shared his first kiss with back in high school. But if Ethan remembered correctly, wasn’t Quinn… straight? Between milking cows, renovating barns, and dealing with aging fathers with strong opinions, the two men try to maneuver the best they know how, both looking for their happily ever after atop Rainbow Hill.

When pirate Captain Devon Hall falls in love with Brett—the nephew of Devon's sworn enemy—they face dangers on land and at sea as they fight to free Jamaica from the governor's corruption.

A Broken HeroAn Orphaned ChildAnd the Lawman that could save them both

Sheriff Reggie and reverend's son Willy reunite in a small town ruled by the church. They're up against the church and the townspeople, but the perils of Reggie's work might be the end of their romance.

Erotica/Romance. 56911 words long. First published in 2007, 2007

Demitri is a consultant to an Earth-based task force that solves extraterrestrial crimes. But even his extensive knowledge and non-Earth perspective are strained by the hunt for a serial killer. The situation is further complicated when his childhood friend Devin, a notorious criminal, comes under his care while recovering from a coma. Between hunting a killer, convincing his team to trust Devin, and trying to help Devin recover, Demitri is pulled in too many directions, and he's not sure he'll manage to accomplish any of his goals.Being secretly in love with Devin isn't helping matters.

Welcome to the Fall Short Story collection. Here you will have the chance to get acquainted with 16 of the best short stories among almost 200 submitted to the first contest organized by Almond Press, all chosen for their intellectual and emotional appeal. International in scope, this collection represents the richness and variety of the human condition in a profound, at times provocative way. Each of the 16 authors in this collection represents a different writing style, a different approach to storytelling, and an original interpretation of the theme.

One Christmas kiss, and Lucinda will never be the same. No one expects mere Miss Lucinda Demerham to refuse a proposal from Edward, Lord Beaufield, no matter how stuffy and puritanical he might be. His invitation to Lucinda and her parents to spend Christmas at Beaufield Hall is seen as a certain preamble to an engagement. But when Edward’s younger brother James erupts onto the scene, the dreary Beaufield Christmas is suddenly alight with revelry. There are feasts, surprises and unexpected joy—and a Kissing Bough above the door.

Hot sun, hot sand and a hot, hot man. Who says an older woman can't have adventure? Kitty Benson left her home in the UK to find the warmth of the sun 'Downunder'. She never expected the journey to include a life-threatening experience. A toned, tanned Adonis—Zakk—rescues Kitty from a dangerous rip current her first day at the beach. Alive and sunkissed by the Downunder Heat, when Kitty meets her rescuer again, the spark that piqued her interest turns to flames… Publisher's Note: This book was previously released by Totally Bound under the same title. It has been expanded, revised and re-edited for re-release.

The aristocratic Lord Winslade provides a sensual feast to feed all the body’s hungers. Gently-bred Susan arrives in 18th century London starving, penniless and desperate to find a job. When a chance-met acquaintance offers to help, Susan happily accepts a position as housekeeper in the home of Lord Winslade. But the position is not what she expects it to be. She is greeted by a grim manservant, who locks her in a room and orders her to wear the scandalous costume she finds there. She is forced to attend an erotic banquet of carnal and epicurean delights, presided over by the darkly sinister Lord Winslade. Susan’s expectations of domestic service shatter as she is seduced into fulfilling appetites of an entirely different order.