*`Release Blitz: Smash by Penelope Ward & Vi Keeland`*

Title: Smash

Authors: Penelope Ward & Vi Keeland

Genre: Standalone Contemporary Forbidden Romance

Release Date: October 25, 2026

*`New Release & Review: True North by Jessica Prince`*

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Title: True North

Series: Ashland #3

Author: Jessica Prince

Why you will love this...

Unrequited crush vibes

Small town romance

Romantic suspense

Wounded hero

Man in uniform

Touch her and die vibes

REVIEW:

4 Stars

This is the third book in the series. I really liked Iris. I could easily see myself being friends with her. She has such a big heart. I loved her free spirit mom. She is a great character. I felt for North with his backstory, it shaped his path to Ashland. We've seen the corrupt police department through out this series, the question is can North be the catalyst to turn it around. Some really bad apples lead to some hold onto your seat moments. There are some sensitive topics in this one so please check the trigger warnings. Jessica Prince did them with respect and I appreciated the support the characters had. There are several characters I hope are going to get stories in this series. This was a quick read for me, but it was enjoyable one. 

BLURB:

The first time I laid eyes on North Hastings I fell hard. Unfortunately, the man didn’t know I existed.

Until one night changed everything. At least for me. The problem is, he doesn’t remember the hours we spent in that bar, talking and laughing. Or taking me home with him later that night.

Talk about humiliating.

With my heart smashed to smithereens, I decided it was time to move on from my unrequited crush and try to start fresh. Problem is, I can’t get the man out of my head. And it isn’t just because he rocked my world in those late night hours.

North is holding onto secrets. Secrets that push him to do things that some might consider reckless, but that I call brave.

But while he’s taking on his own demons, the ones from my past are determined to rear their ugly heads. And just as North and I are trying to navigate our way back to each other, those demons are determined to tear us apart.

BUY LINKS:

https://authorjessicaprince.com/books/true-north/

Available in Kindle+

*`New Release & Review: Game Plan by Adriana Locke`*

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Title: Game Plan

Series: The Game Series #2

Author: Adriana Locke

Why you will love this...

Fake Fiancée

He Falls First

Friends to Lovers

Best Friend's brother

Sports Romance 

Friends to Lovers

Forced Proximity

Temporary Parents

First Act Breakup

REVIEW:

5 Stars

Finn has gone in my top book boyfriends list. That man is going to make you swoon and your heart get all mushy. I just loved this book so much. The humor is one of my favorite parts of the book. The banter between Finn and Poppy was some of the best. The way Finn made Poppy feel about herself was one of the things I loved about Finn. That man wore his heart on his sleeve and he will do everything he can to prove to that they are so much more than friends with benefits. Some of my favorite scenes are with Finn and Poppy with little Sunny. That just melted my heart and also showed how true and genuine Finn is. This book had me hooked from the first page. This book may give me all the feels and the laughs, but boy does it also bring the steam. The chemistry between Finn and Poppy is scorching hot. The deep connection they have translates to the bedroom as well. This is such a good book that I highly recommend!

BLURB:

The headlines say I’m engaged to one of football’s biggest stars. There’s one problem—we’re not actually dating.

Finn Miller is my best friend’s brother, a professional athlete, and the most dangerously boyfriend-y man I’ve ever met.

He knows where to order my favorite drink. He carries my bags when I shop. He knows exactly how to make me laugh (and other things), while making me forget why

I’ve sworn off relationships.

Our chemistry? Off the charts. Our commitment? That’s another story.

We’re friends with benefits and that’s it.

Then one innocent joke sparks a media frenzy, and suddenly pretending to be Finn’s fiancée comes with a million-dollar opportunity that I can’t afford to turn down.

A few public appearances and one ridiculously expensive ring to pretend to be engaged to a man who knows me better than anyone? Easy right?

Wrong.

Finn is determined to make this feel real. And the more time I spend playing his future wife, the harder it gets to remember why I never wanted this role.

I had a game plan to protect my heart, chase my dreams, and never fall for Finn Miller.

Too bad he has a game plan of his own.

BUY LINKS:

https://adrianalocke.com/books-2/game_plan/

Available in Kindle+

*`Release Blitz: Ruled by Wizard by Jamie Begley`*

Title: Ruled by Wizard

Series: The Last Riders Ohio Chapter Book 2

Author: Jamie Begley

Genre/Tropes: Contemporary Romance; MC Romance; He Falls First; Opposites Attract; Enemies with Benefits

Release Date: October 23, 2026

*`Review: Untamed Heart by Jessica Prince`*

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Title: Untamed Heart

Series: Ashland #2

Author: Jessica Prince

Why you will love this...

MC Romance

Second Chance

Wounded Heroine

He Never Stopped Loving Her

Morally Grey Hero

REVIEW:

4 Stars

This is the second book in the series. This was a fast read for me and the story is fast paced. I love a good second chance romance. Poor Dakota her past in Ashland wasn't the greatest. There is so much hurt, but sometimes what we see isn't the whole story. Her return to her hometown is going to show her it's not all bad here. Oh my gosh Roe's little girl Cassi is the best. She has such a big bright personality and I love that Roe let's her by herself. Her nickname by Dakota's dad Sparkle is very fitting. This book definitely delivers on the feels because you can feel the emotions rolling off the characters. There is also a touch of suspense that had my heart in high alert. From where Dakota was at the beginning of this to where she ends up at the end of this book made my heart so happy. It's a healing journey for her.  

BLURB:

When I left home at nineteen years old, I swore I would never go back. I ran away from all the pain and heartbreak, determined to find my own happily ever after.

If only I’d been so lucky.

Life had never been kind to me, no matter where I went.

Now, all these years later, I broke the promise I made to myself and returned to the town that holds all of my worst memories. It’s supposed to only be a quick visit, a chance to check on my father and make sure he’s on the mend before I take off again.

But the boy who tore my heart to shreds when I was just a girl has other plans.

Roe Clifton says he never stopped loving me. He says letting me walk away was the worst mistake he ever made, and he’s willing to do whatever it takes to win me back. The problem is, I still hate the motorcycle club he’s a part of—the one that gave him the closest thing to a family he ever knew.

I competed with the Iron Wraiths once already and lost everything. I’m not looking to torture myself like that a second time.

But when demons from both our pasts come knocking, Roe is determined to do everything in his power to keep me safe. Even if that means putting himself between me and the danger lurking just around the corner.

BUY LINKS:

https://authorjessicaprince.com/books/untamed-heart/

Available in K+

*`Pre-Order Blitz: Property of Bear by Avelyn Paige`*

 

Jingle those bells and preorder Property of Bear today! Avelyn Paige is dropping the next installment of the Bastard Boilers MC on November 21st!

*`Excerpt Reveal: Smash by Penelope Ward & Vi Keeland`*

Title: Smash

Authors: Penelope Ward & Vi Keeland

Genre: Standalone Contemporary Forbidden Romance

Release Date: October 25, 2026

*`Cover Reveal: Call Me, Cowboy by Lacey Black`*

Title: Call Me, Cowboy

Series: Hearts of Freedom #1

Author: Lacey Black

Genre: Contemporary Romance

Tropes: Small Town, Second Chance, Western Vibe

Cover Design: Blue Moon Creative Studio

Release Date: November 24, 2026

*`Release Blitz & Review: Give Me Tonight by Jennifer Sucevic`*

 Give Me Tonight by Jennifer Sucevic is now live!

*`Release Blast: Believe in Us by J.H. Croix`*

BELIEVE IN US

J.H. Croix

Release Date: October 22

AVAILABLE IN KINDLE UNLIMITED

A deeply betrayed heroine starting over. A brooding small-town Alaska firefighter, and two guarded hearts. 

When I discovered my ex was cheating with my best friend, it felt like I lost everything in a day. Months later, I packed up the broken pieces of my life and fled to Willow Brook, taking a job at the remote Heartfire Falls Resort. I came to the Alaskan wilderness for a fresh start. 

*`Release Blitz: Guarded by Eden Sloane`*

Title: Guarded

Series: Boston Renegades

Author: Eden Sloane

Genre/Tropes: Hockey Romance; Fake Marriage; Morally Grey Heroine; Single Dad; Bookish Hero; Found Family

Release Date: October 20, 2026

*`Release Blitz: Babygirl by Lucy Lennox`*

Title: Babygirl

Author: Lucy Lennox

Genre: MM Romance

Tropes: Enemies to Lovers, Bad Boy, College Football

Bisexual Awakening, Roommates, Forced Proximity

Release Date: October 20, 2026

*`Release Blitz: Gray Matters by Jessica Buss`*

Title: Gray Matters

Author: Jessica Buss

Genre/Tropes: Medical Romance; Off limits; Sunshiny dental hygienist with brain tumor vs. OCD Neurosurgeon; Instant connection; One kiss changes everything; Gold retriever vibes 

Release Date: October 19, 2026

Cover Design: 907 Publishing, LLC

*`Book Blitz: If You Were Mine`*

If You Were Mine
A.S. Kelly
Publication date: October 14th 2026
Genres: Adult, Contemporary, LGBTQ+, Romance

Levi Anderson has never felt more alone. Since saying goodbye to his husband, he has drifted between long shifts at the hospital and quiet, empty hours in his apartment, surrounded by boxes he can’t bring himself to unpack. He refuses to face the pain — or imagine a life without him.

Shay Miller has never been more furious. In one devastating moment, he lost the man he loved, his job, and the home they shared. He’s barely holding himself together. He’s tried to start over, but deep down, he knows he can’t move on until he lets go of the past — and stops hurting himself.

When fate brings Levi and Shay together, they immediately see how different they are and can’t imagine ever being drawn to one another. Levi is still learning how to live again, while Shay is learning how to forgive.

Yet, with this stranger who’s appeared out of nowhere, Levi slowly begins to open up and trust again. And with this man, terrified of letting himself go, Shay starts to long for someone he can protect and love.

For the first time, the future feels possible for both of them. But Levi doesn’t know Shay has lied about who he is — or that he’s hiding a secret capable of destroying everything, leaving Levi to hate the man he loves for the rest of his life.

*`New Release & Review: Love Medalist by Lyssa Fairbanks`*

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Title: Love Medalist

Series: Med Wreck Romance #3

Author: Lyssa Fairbanks

Why you will love this...
Rivals to Lovers
The Bet
Found Family
Medical Romance
He Falls First

REVIEW:

4 stars

This is the first book I have read from this author. Also first book in the series I've read, but lucky for me it can be read as a standalone. I won't lie it did take a bit to get into this one. I was a little skeptical at first if this was a book for me. Zoe is a little rough around the edges. I'm so glad I did read this one because I ended up enjoying it. I mean these characters had tears forming in my eyes by the end. Zoe and Luke won me over. I loved getting to know them as they got to know one another on their four date challenge. They each have a core group of friends that is like a found family. One big lesson that Luke learns and I need to take to heart is it's okay to ask for help. Trust me it's so hard, but handling everything on your own will burn you out. Zoe needs to not her past disappointments put Luke in the same category because she may mean on missing out on a future worth having. I loved where these two end up. Reading the epilogue made my heart so happy! 

BLURB:

Read the third installment in the Med Wreck series—beginning with Love Medley, which #1 New York Times bestselling author Kendare Blake called “a sexy, cute love story about two absolute sweethearts you just want everything to work out for.”

Meet Zoe Connors.

Confident, ambitious, and fiercely independent, Zoe is used to winning. In her final year at medical school, she’s built a life defined by excellence and emotional distance. But after she’s placed on probation for losing her temper with a patient’s husband, she’s reassigned to the hospital’s Pain Clinic, where vulnerability is unavoidable. For the first time, Zoe begins to question whether her need to win is really about success—or about protecting herself.

Meet Luke Barrett.

Charming, easygoing, and never short on attention, Luke keeps things light and always temporary, making sure no one gets close enough for him to hurt. As the new bar manager of a piano bar he’s always dreamed of owning, he’s used to being the one everyone can count on. But when he learns the bar may be sold—and his sister’s health begins to unravel—Luke finds himself stretched thin. This time, walking away might not be an option.

When these two set a wager on who can plan the best date, the chemistry is undeniable.

Their playful rivalry was supposed to be fun, without pressure or expectations. But as the stakes shift from scoring points to risking their hearts, Zoe and Luke must decide whether love is a game to win—or a leap of faith that requires them both to stop keeping score.

BUY LINKS:

https://tinyurl.com/54a8s958

Available in KU

*`Release Blitz & Review: Chasing Smoke by Piper Rayne`*

 Chasing Smoke by Piper Rayne is now live!

I've been running toward burning buildings for a decade. Then my best friend's widow smiled at me for the first time in two years, and I knew right then I was in trouble.

After Caleb died, I made a promise—I’d take care of his wife. Keep an eye on her. Check in on her. Make sure she kept on living.

Collins insists she’s fine. She’s not.

So when she finally agrees to let me help pull her out of her grief, I vow to stand beside her however long she needs me, no matter how much it costs me.

Collins isn’t supposed to smile at me like she does. She’s not supposed to let me in. And she definitely isn’t supposed to be the best part of my day.

She was Caleb’s. I know that.

The problem is, I can't stop wondering what it would be like if Collins wasn't just someone I was meant to protect.

But mine.

*`Release Blast: Scoring Destiny by Kat Mizera`*

SCORING DESTINY

Kat Mizera

Release Date: October 15

AVAILABLE IN KINDLE UNLIMITED

One reckless night was supposed to help me forget.

My ex-wife's wedding is everywhere. Every headline. Every photo. Every reminder of the life that fell apart.

*`New Release & Review: In Full Bloom by Lena Hendrix`*

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Title: In Full Bloom

Series: Star Harbor #4

Author: Lena Hendrix

Why you will love this...

friends to lovers

fake dating

opposites attract

brother's best friend

he buys her pant!es online

REVIEW:

4 stars

This is the fourth book in the series. I love a good brother's best friend/best friend's sister romance. I loved Kit and Brody so much. Brody had me when he embraces her chaos. Such good banter between the two. Then we have the lovable giant Ralph. He may not be the greatest K9 out there, but he does have the most character. A lot of funny moments with him. We get even more answers along with more questions to the mystery surrounding Alma Baker. What they did for the ball so good, these ladies in The Keepers know what they are doing. Hayes still just breaks my heart with his bad luck and his solitude ways. Everything in me hopes he gets everything he deserves in his book. Okay back to our main couple in this one. Fake dating only works if there are no real feelings involved. Brody brings his yearning in this one. A lot of great moments in the book; heart felt, humorous, keep you on the edge of your seat, and steamy ones. Such a great addition to the series, but now I'm eagerly going to be waiting for Hayes' book. 

BLURB:

I never meant to accidentally date my brother’s best friend.

Brody Shepard has been Star Harbor’s golden boy for as long as I can remember. Decorated police officer and all-around sexiest man alive, it’s taken years to get over my girlhood crush.

Trouble is, my brother Hayes might actually be cursed. The ghost stories in our small town run wild, but there’s no denying that when it comes to epic bad luck, my brother wins the prize. It’s why I was determined to set him up with the perfect woman.

For that, I needed Brody’s help. Together, we could increase my brother’s happiness and prove to him that he isn’t really cursed. But all our spying and conspiring meant late night talks, dinner reservations to check on him, and a few too many accidental touches.

Touches that start to feel a little too real.

I know better than to fall for Brody’s cocky charm, smoldering looks, and affable humor. Besides, he’d never cross that line with me . . . right?

But the more we work together, the more lines are crossed and boundaries blurred. Our lifelong friendship started to change. Now we’re both making excuses to spend time together. Whispered secrets turn into secret touches.

Soon, I learn all too quickly that the girlhood fantasy I’d thought I’d cut down just might be in full bloom.

BUY LINKS:

https://geni.us/infullbloom1

Available in KU

*`Audio Release Blitz: Contractually Yours by Crea Reitan`*

 

Need a new audio to keep you company? Pick up Contractually Yours by Crea Reitan today!

*`Cover Reveal: Eternal Embrace by Vanessa Fewings`*

Title: Eternal Embrace

Series: Eternal Desires Book 4

Author: Vanessa Fewings

Genre/Tropes: Dark Paranormal Romance; Vampire Romance; Forbidden Love; Vampire Fantasy

Release Date:  November 4, 2026

Publisher: Vinci Books