New Release ~ Same Place Same Stars by Katey Taylor

Title: Same Place, Same Stars

Author:Katey Taylor

Genre: Psychological Romantic Drama

Release Date: May 13, 2025

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Twenty-one-year-old Natalia battles a rare parasomnia sleep disorder that propels her to act violently, experience night terrors, and put herself in dangerous situations—all while she’s unconscious.

After waking up covered in unexplained bruises, she lands herself back in a mental facility. Making friends has never been easy, but at Awana, she quickly bonds with her fun-loving roommate Lindsay and falls for Gabriel, a handsome yet severely depressed resident she secretly meets at night.

As Natalia wrestles with the harsh side effects of her medication, her reality unravels, exposing disturbing truths about those she trusts most. Though romantic relationships are strictly forbidden at Awana, Gabriel becomes her lifeline amidst the chaos. To be with him, Natalia must risk everything—including her sanity, and she learns some choices carry devastating consequences.

Filled with shocking twists, Same Place, Same Stars, is a psychological drama that unpacks the many layers of what happens when dark secrets refuse to be ignored.

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CHAPTER 1

No sharp objects. Pack light.

My instinct is to run, but I don’t know how far my sore limbs will carry me.

Apathy is my last line of defense.

I reach for a baggy sweatshirt and leggings. This has become my uniform when I go away, not for any fashion statement but its functionality—it can be easily taken off before my body is searched by a nurse’s gloved hands. The pressure from the fabric causes me to hiss in pain. I carefully step each leg in to cover the tender scrapes and deep purple bruises along my pale white shins and thighs. The bruises are a reminder that I’ve messed up again.  

I drag my worn leather suitcase that’s on its last leg away from our cottage and into the trunk of Olga’s station wagon. She doesn’t say a word as we head out of our driveway and onto the tree-dense highway. The branches are grayer than normal, though it could be my mood filtering the world in a cloud of indifference.

Olga rolls every window down even though it’s a brisk fifty-two degrees. Long drives make her sweat. I think she would never leave our small town if it were up to her, but I remain her forcing agent.

My eyes wander from the pastures filled with cows and horses to Olga and her wild blowing hair that is unusually more silver than black for someone in their thirties.

“So, what’s this ward like?” I ask, trying to break the tense silence.

“Don’t call it that. That’s not what it’s called. This is a treatment center.”

She turns up her classical piano playlist, the one she plays to calm her nerves, then hands me a folded piece of stock paper filled with smiling faces of young adults—those who, like me, are not teenagers anymore but not quite what I would consider adults either. Much like our mental state, we’re something in between.

The brochure states this center isn’t government funded. By the looks of it, it seems far out of the budget of Olga’s ballet studio salary and my unemployed status, but it claims as part of their philosophy that they take on special cases free of charge. Just my luck, they happened to have room for a last-minute drop-in.

After the stunt I pulled last night, I’m sure Olga would be willing to pay any price.

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Cover Reveal~ Ignite by ML Nystrom

Title: Ignite

Author:ML Nystrom

Series: Iron City Nights MC

Genre: Dark MC Romance

Release Date: July 17, 2025

Publisher:Hot Tree Publishing

Cover Designer: Booksmith Design

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She’s a hacker with a cause. He’s an outlaw with a past. When their worlds collide, the fallout could burn them both. 

By day, Jazz serves coffee and sweet smiles. By night, she’s a cyber vigilante, tearing apart scam networks that prey on the innocent. Her secret war is supposed to be waged from behind a screen—until she takes down the wrong target and finds herself marked for death.

Wolf is the enforcer for the Iron City Knights MC, a club teetering on the edge of collapse. With rival bikers encroaching and the leadership in shambles, he’s got enough to handle without the distraction of the shy, blue-haired barista. But when Jazz saves a friend of his from getting conned, Wolf takes a closer look—and likes what he sees.

When bodies start piling up and Jazz becomes a target, Wolf’s protective instincts roar to life. He’ll kill to keep her safe. But Jazz has her own weapons, and she won’t sit back while her enemies close in.

As war brews in the streets and a deadly assassin hunts from the shadows, Jazz and Wolf must fight together—or risk losing everything.

Explosive passion. Heart-stopping danger. One ride-or-die love.

Perfect for fans of dark MC romance, Ignite is a steamy, high-stakes thrill ride with a strong heroine, a ruthless biker, and a love that burns hotter than the war around them.

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I’ve had stories in my head since I was a child.  All sorts of stories of fantasy, romance, mystery and anything else that captured my interest. I’m a voracious reader, and have spent many hours in my life devouring books, therefore it’s only fitting I should write a few myself!  

I’ve spent most of my life as a performing musician and band instrument repair technician, but that doesn’t mean I’m pigeon-holed into one mold. I’ve been a university professor, belly dancer, craftsperson, soap maker, singer, rock band artist, jewelry maker, lifeguard, swim coach, and whatever else I feel like exploring.  As one of my students said to me once, “Life’s too short to ignore the opportunities.” I have no intention of ever stopping so welcome to my story world.  I hope you enjoy it!

Maria Dean’s We Become Ravens

Author:Maria Dean

Title: We Become Ravens
Genre: Paranormal Romance

Subgenre: Gothic Romance
Release Date: March 20, 2025
Publisher:Hot Tree Publishing
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What can the man convicted of killing your brother possibly want if he doesn’t desire forgiveness?

Evangeline Bransby’s world is thrown into turmoil when she receives an unexpected invite from Valdemar Montresor, the man convicted of killing her twin brother ten years ago.

Within the ominous walls of Monroe Penitentiary, Evangeline is beguiled by Valdemar, a man wrapped in darkness and danger yet with a seductive allure she cannot ignore.

As he reveals the secrets of the Raven Hands and the truth behind her brother’s death, Evangeline finds herself caught between the dream world and reality—where the dead are restless and intent on being heard.

Evangeline must seek the truth to unravel the mystery that binds her to Valdemar and discover the power within herself to see beyond the veil of death.

Can she be the saviour, or will she perish in the arms of the man who shattered her world?

Woven with the macabre echoes of Edgar Allan Poe, We Become Ravens is a haunting tale of forbidden romance, dangerous liaisons, and ghostly nightmares.

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“This is so fucked up.”

“Having your blood brother ask you to shoot him because he’s going to be bricked up alive is fucked up. But it does make you realise that life is short, so you have to take what you want and fuck everyone else.”

“I don’t know what you want.”

“It’s simple. Death or you. Kill me or keep me. Stab me, or I fuck you.” He pulls my hand back up to his chest, the knife pressing into his flesh. “The choice is yours.”

“Shit. I can’t…”

“I know you want this. Your dreams were a testament to that. So wet for me. So pliant. But you won’t allow me to give it to you because of who I am. You need to stop thinking about what is right and what is wrong.”

“And what does that say about me? What kind of person wants to fuck the man who killed her brother? What does that make me?”

“It makes you mine.”

“Fuck.” I wish I’d taken that drink now. 

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Maria Dean is an author from Yorkshire in England where she lives with her husband, two boys, and her faithful Boston Terrier. Her short stories have appeared in various publications and range from fantasy to science fiction and the supernatural, but for the long haul, her heart remains rooted in romance novels. An avid reader, she can be known to devour a book in a day, especially if there’s a twist in the tale and a swoon-worthy main character. She’s more than prepared to have her heart broken by a good book, just as long as it’s put back together again by the happily-ever-after. When she’s not reading or writing, she can be found walking her dog in her local woods, usually dreaming up her next novel or listening to an audiobook. 

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We Become Ravens by Maria Dean

Author:Maria Dean

Title: We Become Ravens
Genre: Paranormal Romance

Subgenre: Gothic Romance
Release Date: March 20, 2025
Publisher:Hot Tree Publishing
Cover Designer:BookSmith Design

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What can the man convicted of killing your brother possibly want if he doesn’t desire forgiveness?

Evangeline Bransby’s world is thrown into turmoil when she receives an unexpected invite from Valdemar Montresor, the man convicted of killing her twin brother ten years ago.

Within the ominous walls of Monroe Penitentiary, Evangeline is beguiled by Valdemar, a man wrapped in darkness and danger yet with a seductive allure she cannot ignore.

As he reveals the secrets of the Raven Hands and the truth behind her brother’s death, Evangeline finds herself caught between the dream world and reality—where the dead are restless and intent on being heard.

Evangeline must seek the truth to unravel the mystery that binds her to Valdemar and discover the power within herself to see beyond the veil of death.

Can she be the saviour, or will she perish in the arms of the man who shattered her world?

Woven with the macabre echoes of Edgar Allan Poe, We Become Ravens is a haunting tale of forbidden romance, dangerous liaisons, and ghostly nightmares.

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Maria Dean is an author from Yorkshire in England where she lives with her husband, two boys, and her faithful Boston Terrier. Her short stories have appeared in various publications and range from fantasy to science fiction and the supernatural, but for the long haul, her heart remains rooted in romance novels. An avid reader, she can be known to devour a book in a day, especially if there’s a twist in the tale and a swoon-worthy main character. She’s more than prepared to have her heart broken by a good book, just as long as it’s put back together again by the happily-ever-after. When she’s not reading or writing, she can be found walking her dog in her local woods, usually dreaming up her next novel or listening to an audiobook. 

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Cover Reveal ~ Solan by Becca Seymour

Fated Mates Different Worlds… Literally Aussie Cowboy x Fire Monster Rescue Romance “Mine” Vibes Arnie Fixation
Author: Becca Seymour

Book: Solan

Release Date: March 13, 2025
Series: Monsters & Mates #1

Genre: MM Monster Romance

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Getting a boner for the monster who saved us shouldn’t make sense in any universe. But here we are.

When a piece of Earth gets ripped into a monstrous new world, I barely have time to panic before I’m fighting for my life—and for Jamie’s. Terrafeara isn’t just dangerous; it’s a nightmare brought to life, where humans like us are hunted, enslaved, or worse.

Then there’s Solan. A beast of a warrior with horns I want to ride, fangs I want to lick, and a body built for war—and for wrecking me. He swears he’ll protect me, but his idea of protection comes with possessive touches, growled promises, and a claim I’m not sure I can resist.

But I don’t have time for this. I have a kid to keep safe. And with monsters, mercenaries, and power-hungry rulers after us, staying alive is hard enough. The only way to survive is to trust Solan, trust the rebels, and trust this connection between us that’s stronger than fear.

Because in a world designed to break us, maybe love is the sharpest weapon of all.

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Becca Seymour is the #1 gay romance bestseller of the True-Blue series. Known for “steamy and endearing” and “emotionally profound love stories” (InD’tale Magazine) her books have been nominated for multiple RONE Awards.

Becca lives and breathes all things book-related. Usually, she reads at least three books and writes two WiPs simultaneously, making her life merrily hectic. She tends to do nothing by halves and happily seeks the craziness and busyness life offers. 

Living on her small property in Queensland with her human family as well as her animal family of cows, sheep, chooks, and dogs, Becca appreciates the beauty of the world around her and is a believer that love truly is love.  

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Cover Reveal ~ Pre Order~ Blue Ridge Danger by Carolyn Laroche

Author:Carolyn LaRoche

Title: Blue Ridge Danger

Series: Marshall Brothers, #4

Genre: Romantic Suspense

Release Date: May 23, 2025

Publisher:Hot Tree Publishing

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Carter Marshall was born into law enforcement, respected by his peers and the tight-knit community in the Blue Ridge Mountains. But when a reality TV show spirals into violence, leaving Carter gravely injured and ending his career, his life falls apart. Haunted by guilt over a death he couldn’t stop, he retreats to his remote mountain property, nursing both physical and emotional wounds.

Rylie Christianson, still reeling from the same tragedy that cost Carter his career, needs the survival show to succeed. She’s determined to film on Carter’s land, even if the gruff mountain man isn’t keen on it. Beneath his rugged exterior, though, she sees a deep sadness—and maybe, a chance for healing.

But when a string of “accidents” on set turns deadly, Carter realizes the danger is no accident. With Rylie in the crosshairs, his instincts kick in: he’ll protect her at all costs, even if his peaceful property has become a dangerous venue for deadly revenge.

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Science teacher by day, writer and baseball mom by night, Carolyn LaRoche lives near the ocean with her husband, two boys, rescue puppy and four cats. She loves crocheting, books, food videos and trying new recipes.

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New Release from Dahlia Donovan

Author:Dahlia Donovan

Title: A Merry Murderous Midwinter

Genre: Paranormal Cozy Mystery

Series: The Skeleton Crew Paranormal Cozy Series, Book 3
Release Date: January 31, 2025

PublisherHot Tree Publishing
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Welcome back to the Skeleton Crew. Bring your knitting needles, a good strong brew, and plenty of snacks. You’re going to need them.

Gender-fluid, autistic vampire Hyde Snodgrass is living their best life with their bookshop, cats, and witch girlfriend, Teresa Vega. The colours of autumn are beginning to blend into winter. An ordinarily joyous midwinter is spoiled by the arrival of their estranged family.

When their murderous uncle is found dead in front of their shop, Hyde finds themselves unwillingly dragged into the investigation. Accusations swirl around South Myrddin. It takes a village to untangle the mystery.

Can the true killer be unmasked in time to save them?

Will there be anything to celebrate in the coming Yuletide season?

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Dahlia Donovan wrote her first romance series after a crazy dream about shifters and damsels in distress. She prefers irreverent humour and unconventional characters. An autistic and occasional hermit, her life wouldn’t be complete without her husband and her massive collection of books and video games.

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You Can Leave Your Hat On ~Excerpt Reveal ~ Deandra Hall

Title: You Can Leave Your Hat on Author: Deanndra Hall Genre: Cozy Mystery/Murder Mystery Release Date: February 17, 2025 Hosted by: Buoni Amici Press, LLC.

Another vision. Another crime. And the millions behind it.

Reluctant and (unfortunately) well-known psychic Maisey Friedman is in dire need of a break—a little rest and relaxation. Going on a girls’ trips for the weekend will help her decompress and forget all the turmoil she’s been embroiled in. After all, fancy dresses, Derby hats, and mint juleps with her friends can cure the blues.

But when she mistakenly places the wrong flowy hat on her head, Maisey regrets all of her weekend frivolity. Seeing a middle school teacher being thrown from a bridge to her death catapults Maisey and her husband, Aaron, into yet another murder investigation. This time, the key players just might be a little too powerful for Maisey and Aaron. A well-connected and corrupt murderer is one enemy the Friedmans don’t want to tangle with. Can they find justice for the innocent teacher before time runs out?

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The next instant, she was lying on the pavement, staring up at the sky, with Cherilyn on one side of her and Carly on the other. “Maisey? Maisey! Are you okay? Hey, Maisey, honey, are you all right?” Carly was yelling, as though Maisey were deaf.

“You don’t have to scream. I can hear you,” Maisey whispered, groggy. She lay there for a minute before she managed to say, “Oh, no.”

“Oh no what? Are you sick and didn’t tell us?” Cherilyn barked.

“No. It’s happening again.” How, she wasn’t sure, but it was.

“What’s happening?” Carly asked.

“I saw … somebody. And something. But I don’t understand. I bought this hat new. It shouldn’t …” When she’d struggled to sitting, she picked up the hat, and her heart fell into her shoes. “Oh, shit.”

“What?” Cherilyn demanded.

“This isn’t my hat. I picked up somebody else’s hat. It’s not mine. See? It’s got a really, really narrow ribbon for a band. Mine had a wide grosgrain ribbon. Shit, shit, shit. This is somebody else’s hat, and somebody died while they were wearing it.”

Carly planted her hands on her hips and rolled her eyes. “You’ve got to be kidding me.”

“I wish I were.” Maisey struggled to stand, so Cherilyn and Carly helped her.

Deanndra Hall is a working author living in the far western end of the beautiful Bluegrass State with her husband of over 35 years and small menagerie of weird little dogs. When she’s not writing, she’s editing. When she’s doing neither of those two things, she’s having dinner with friends, spending time with family, kayaking, eating chocolate, drinking beer or moonshine, or looking for something that she put in the wrong place and can’t seem to find (which is pretty much everything she owns).

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Release Blitz~ Guarded from Danger by Gia Cobie

Title: Guarded From Danger Author: Gia Cobie Genre: Romantic Suspense Release Date: January 14, 2025 Hosted by: Buoni Amici Press, LLC.

I wrote romance stories. But I never expected to be living in one.

At least, it started out that way. In the kind of meet-cute I’d put in my own books, I met Xavier by the romance section in a bookstore. Within the first five minutes, I knew he was someone I wanted to see again. And in some stroke of luck, he felt the same way, asking me out on a date before he left. For the next few months after that, everything was perfect. An amazing boyfriend—handsome, sweet, not just former Special Forces, but worked for an elite security company—who treated me like gold. It was just like all the stories I created in my head, but this time, it was real. Until the worst night of my life. When I was taken. Held captive. And the fate I faced was worse than anything I could have written. My romance story turned into a nightmare. My only hope? Xavier. I know he’s looking for me. My only hope is he finds me before it’s too late. From the moment I met her, I knew she was the one. After years of avoiding relationships, of insisting I was happier being single, she stole my heart with a smile. Lucy’s smile is like the sun. Warm. Bright. Happy. It thaws the cold parts of me and makes me think anything is possible. A home filled with love. A wife. And maybe one day, even a family. I would do anything for her. Then she’s taken, I discover what that really means. With the help of my team at Blade and Arrow Security, we track her down. Free Lucy from her terrible captivity. But she’s hurt. Traumatized. And still in danger. It might be enough to scare off a lesser man. Not me. Not for the first woman I’ve seen a future with. And I’ll do anything to keep her safe.

Guarded from Danger has a protective alpha hero, a strong and sweet heroine, a team of former Green Berets, lots of twists and turns, action and danger, forced proximity, and plenty of sweet and steamy moments. No cliffhangers and a happily-ever-after guaranteed! (Can be read as a standalone!)


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Gia Cobie is a librarian and author living in upstate New York. In her spare time, Gia enjoys reading and spending time in the Adirondacks. She has a soft spot for cheesy reality romance shows, although she also enjoys paranormal and fantasy. Gia loves writing about protective heroes and strong heroines in her Blade and Arrow Security, Heroes of Sleepy Hollow, and Green Mountain Guardians series. In the mood for some paranormal romance? Take a look at her Tenebris Desire series.

Cover Reveal~ Dahlia Donovan Author

Author:Dahlia Donovan

Title: A Merry Murderous Midwinter

Genre: Paranormal Cozy Mystery

Series: The Skeleton Crew Paranormal Cozy Series, Book 3
Release Date: January 31, 2025

PublisherHot Tree Publishing
Cover Designer:BookSmith Design

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Welcome back to the Skeleton Crew. Bring your knitting needles, a good strong brew, and plenty of snacks. You’re going to need them.

Gender-fluid, autistic vampire Hyde Snodgrass is living their best life with their bookshop, cats, and witch girlfriend, Teresa Vega. The colours of autumn are beginning to blend into winter. An ordinarily joyous midwinter is spoiled by the arrival of their estranged family.

When their murderous uncle is found dead in front of their shop, Hyde finds themselves unwillingly dragged into the investigation. Accusations swirl around South Myrddin. It takes a village to untangle the mystery.

Can the true killer be unmasked in time to save them?

Will there be anything to celebrate in the coming Yuletide season?

Now available for preorder!

Amazon: https://readerlinks.com/l/4423779

All Links: https://books2read.com/skeletoncrew3

The Skeleton Crew 

Paranormal Cozy Series

A Curse for Samhain

(book 1)

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A Fatal Autumnal Stew

(book 2)

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Dahlia Donovan wrote her first romance series after a crazy dream about shifters and damsels in distress. She prefers irreverent humour and unconventional characters. An autistic and occasional hermit, her life wouldn’t be complete without her husband and her massive collection of books and video games.