Two best friends. One impossible choice . . . play by the rules or risk it all for a chance at true love.For four years, Elle Winnick and Quinn Camden have shared a standing date as friends—no expectations, no strings attached. After all, a romantic relationship between them seems impossible. Elle’s roots are firmly planted in Tennessee, tethered to her life and family, while her trust in love remains fragile after a devastating heartbreak. Meanwhile, Quinn is immersed in managing his father’s company and preparing to inherit his family’s ancestral estate in England—a destiny predetermined since his childhood.The rules between them are crystal clear:Sex is off the table.Honesty is paramount.Meet the first week of October, every year.But what happens when their connection runs deeper than friendship, when every encounter stirs the embers of love? Are they willing to risk breaking the “rules,” knowing that it could change everything they’ve known?Join Elle and Quinn on an unforgettable journey as they navigate the blurred lines between friendship and passion. Will their unspoken desires shatter their bond or lead them to an extraordinary love neither of them expected? Content includes: strong language, open door spice, infidelity trauma

Sharing a king-sized bed? Check.Convincing his family they're madly in love? Easy.Ignoring their sizzling chemistry? Impossible.Dean Hollis has a plan to survive his sister's tropical destination wedding: invent a boyfriend so his mom will stop worrying about his perpetually single status. The only problem? Now he needs an actual date.Enter Taylan Carter—charming, gorgeous, and in need of a vacation he can't afford. When Dean offers him a deal—pretend to be Dean's boyfriend for a week on a private tropical island in exchange for an all-expenses-paid luxury getaway—how can Tay refuse?But between sunset swims, probing family questions, and a rival trying to steal his fake boyfriend, Tay's finding it harder and harder to remember this is all just pretend. And as for Dean, the workaholic American surgeon with walls higher than the hospital where they both work? He's discovering that keeping things professional with Tay might be the one operation he can't successfully complete…One desperate lie. One luxury resort. One very real attraction. Operation Boyfriend is a delicious fake-dating male x male romance featuring:Fake DatingGrumpy x SunshineForced Proximity / Shared BedOpen-Door SpiceSlow BurnOpposites AttractHidden DepthsWitty BanterWhat real readers are saying about this book:"This has absolutely no business being so cute… this has me GRINNING over how these two had it so bad for each other. That old school, soft kind of love—the kind that becomes all consuming, and I loved it." Reader review, ?????"I just devoured Operation Boyfriend, and honestly? I loved every ridiculous, swoony second of it… Tay and Dean's chemistry? Electric. Sparks were practically flying off the page." Reader review, ?????"Fake dating done so right. The chemistry? Loud. The tension? Unavoidable… fast-paced, and ridiculously addictive—I flew through it in one sitting and still wanted more." Reader review, ?????"This low-angst romance absolutely had me in my feelings in the best way… such a sweet, swoony story." Reader review, ?????"Such a delightful surprise that kept me smiling from start to finish! A beautifully executed romance that features a trope done with absolute excellence." Reader review, ?????"The perfect beach read. I had such a blast with this book… Zarah Detand nails the balance between humor and heart. The banter is sharp, the chemistry is electric." Reader review, ?????"I am absolutely obsessed with the writing style." Reader review, ?????"5?? obsessed. Fake dating. Golden retriever MMC. Witty banter." Reader review, ?????"A perfect mix of exactly what I wanted from a fake dating trope—all of the pining and catching feelings and banter." Reader review, ?????"Zarah Detand does it again. The slow burn and heartache had me with heart twinges the entire time reading." Reader review, ?????"Absolutely fantastic plot! Could not put the book down once I began reading it. I will recommend it to everyone I know!" Reader review, ?????

'I loved this… Its Gilmore Girls meets Halloween… I had such a fun time, I want to live in Halloween Town! Kept me entertained… I read it in one day.' ?????Welcome to Solstice Springs … where it’s Halloween year-round, pink skeletons wear beachwear, and the town's biggest debate is whether the ghosts are real or just good for business.Wren Dunlop's summer plan was simple:Hide from viral infamy ?Drink rosé by the lake ?Avoid all men forever ?Too bad her godmother (part-time witch and full-time Mayor) has other ideas.Now Wren's teaching dance for the Summerween spectacular, in a studio that might be haunted, and trying very hard not to notice the mysterious new guy in town, Dane Trafford.Between bonfire wishes and midnight confessions, fairy lights and watermelon jack-o-lanterns, Wren and Dane might just discover that Solstice Springs’ real magic isn't supernatural…Tropes:Friends to loversForced proximityHalloween in summerSmall-town settingReaders LOVE Summerween!'THIS!!! THIS!!! THIS!!!! This book is where it's at!' ?????'I’m totally for summerween this year. I’m getting my pink flamingo and paddling pool as we speak' ?????'What a fun freaking book! Can we find this town in real life?' ?????'Summerween feels like someone trapped 'Gilmore Girls', 'Halloweentown', and a deeply horny summer vacation inside a pumpkin spice margarita shaker and just started free-pouring … this place got me immediately' ????'Spooky, flirty, cozy, and fun! I wanna move to this town' ????'I've already recommended to all my witchy friends' ?????'Watermelon jack-o-lanterns, skeletons in Hawaiian shirts, and Halloween all year round. I loved every minute of it' ????'This book surprised me in the best possible way' ????'Completely stole my heart' ????'I wanted to pack my bags and move to Solstice Springs' ????'This hit all the vibes for me' ?????'Cozy chaos is my jam, and this book is absolutely packed with it!' ?????'Just like a pumpkin spice latte, a hint of spice but very cozy and comforting' ?????'The vibes were immaculate ... I finished this book wanting to decorate my house with skeletons while eating watermelon' ????

Level up your summer reading with the latest Roll for Romance romcomThe summer encounter that's a critical hit…Chloe wishes real life was as exciting as her weekly roleplaying games. While all of her friends are levelling up, she’s stuck in a dead-end job and binge-watching playthroughs at the weekend.So when a mead making workshop leads to a new opportunity on a beautiful rural honey farm, she can’t believe her luck. That is, until the owner’s niece shows up for the summer…Teddy spends her life on the road, so when she finally gets back to her home away from home, she’s less than pleased to find a new hire poised to take her place. Especially one with such a familiar – and memorable – face…What to expect:CosplayAwkward meet cuteRivals to loversEmotional depthSpicyFound familyEach book in the Roll for Romance series can be read as a standalone.The reviews are in!'An absolute delight!' ?????'Adorable, heartfelt, and wonderfully nerdy' ?????'If you’re a D&D player who loves contemporary romance, I don’t think you could pick a better series!' ?????'The cozy atmosphere in this book is immaculate… while the enemies-to-lovers dynamic brings all the tension, banter, and delicious slow-burn energy.' ?????'The chemistry is CHEMISTRYING!' ?????'So cute, so nerdy, so yearny, so cozy.' ????'A sweet (pun intended) rom com with mead making, honey, Ren Faires and D&D. A great summer read!' ????'A queer love story that is tender, thoughtful, and deeply woven into the plot.' ????

The rules broke them… but some loves are meant to last.Ellie Eaton and Brady Jackson were never supposed to fall in love. Their families made sure of that—with rules and grudges that split not just them, but their entire hometown. Still, despite the warnings and the fallout they know is coming, Ellie and Brady forge a forbidden friendship—one that blossoms into a once-in-a-lifetime romance.But just as they are ready to leave for college and start a life of their own, everything unravels. Illness, deception, and long-buried secrets tear them apart, leaving heartbreak in their wake and silence between them.Now, ten years later, a near tragedy brings Ellie and Brady back together in the town that once drove them apart. Despite their long separation and the hurt that still lingers, the love between them is impossible to ignore. And this time, they’re not alone—unlikely allies are rooting for their reunion. But not everyone is happy to see them back together.With old wounds reopened and new truths revealed, they’ll have to decide: Can love rewrite the past? Or will the rules that broke them once… break them again?USA Today bestselling author Jennifer Peel delivers a poignant tale about the beauty of young love and the hope of second chances.Previously published as House Divided. Revised with a brand-new epilogue.

Five fresh, flirty, and feel-good romances full of friendship, laughter, and falling in love—perfect for readers who love city charm, heartfelt connections, and uplifting happily-ever-afters. ?In THE HAPPIEST PLACE, practical Ellen trusts logic over fate—until a dating app, a chaotic trip to the emergency vet, and a charming dog owner challenge everything she believes about love. This opposites-attract romance is full of canine chaos, quiet moments, and the courage to trust your heart.In THE PRETEND PROMISE, a harmless game of Truth or Dare leads Gina into a fake relationship with the one man she swore she’d never fall for. What starts as pretend soon blurs into something real, forcing her to choose between a safe plan and unexpected love.In THE ACCIDENTAL VALENTINE, one last blind date on Valentine’s Day turns into a surprising second chance at romance. This charming city love story celebrates hope, humor, and trusting your heart when plans fall apart.In THE SAFEST HARBOR, Kristen has sworn off romance—until her longtime best friend starts to feel like something more. A tender friends-to-lovers story about healing, fresh starts, and love hiding in plain sight.In THE MISCHIEVOUS MATCHMAKER, dating rules, disastrous setups, and a loyal friendship collide as Melanie discovers the perfect guy may have been beside her all along. From a New York Times bestselling author, don’t miss this delightful collection of sweet contemporary romance, strong female friendships, and uplifting happily-ever-afters in RIVER CITY SWEETHEARTS COLLECTION (BOOKS 1–5).