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Newton's Laws of Attraction (Newton's Laws of Attraction and Impractical Magic)
by M. J. O'SheaRory was Ben's oldest and best friend until senior year of high school, when they confessed they'd harbored feelings for each other all along. They enjoyed only a few months of happiness until Ben chose closeted popularity over true love... and he's regretted it ever since. Eight years later, Ben is out and proud and teaching art at the same high school he graduated from. When he learns the chemistry teacher is retiring, he's excited to meet her replacement until he finds out the brand new teacher is none other than Rory Newton--the first love he's never quite gotten over. Despite a painfully awkward start, it doesn't take Ben long to realize he'll do whatever it takes to win Rory back. But it's starting to look like even his best might not be enough.
Open Road
by M. J. O'SheaAngus has been with the same guy for ten years. When his boyfriend breaks up with him the night of his thirtieth birthday party and announces his engagement to a twenty-two-year-old less than ten hours later, Angus is... a mess. To put it lightly. He spends days in bed, drinks himself into a stupor every night, and ends up losing his job and his apartment. His best and oldest friend, Reece, decides it's time for an intervention. And a change of scenery. Reece and Angus take off on a buddy trip across the US. They don't have much of a plan; they just start driving. It takes Angus a couple of days to do much more than grunt when Reece talks to him, but slowly he opens up. They drive, talk, heal, shout, drink a bit too much sometimes, dance, meet new friends... and somewhere between Portland, Oregon, and Portland, Maine, they fall in love. Which was the last thing in the world Angus expected.
Pawsitively in Love
by M. J. O'SheaWhat Austin Lloyd lacks in academics, he makes up for in his love of the animals who frequent his pet salon. He's not lucky in romance, though, and his family would like him to settle down with a good man. Austin--and his golden retriever, Maggie--couldn't agree more. Evan Partridge isn't good at letting people in. His messy family life and the past that's shaped him aren't worth bringing up. But his pug, Dexter, sure likes the pet salon owner. Austin and Evan get off to a rough start, but being friends soon turns into something more. Unfortunately, Evan's secretive behavior nearly does the relationship in, and the budding love affair almost crashes and burns when Evan's troubled sister shows up on his doorstep. Not speaking to each other is killing them both, but Evan doesn't know how to keep Austin and help his sister at the same time. He just knows he has to try. Winning back Austin's trust back, however, is going to take a whole lot of work.
Rock Bay (Rock Bay Series #4)
by M. J. O'SheaRead all three stories of small town romance in this exclusive bundle of M.J. O'Shea's Rock Bay series! In Coming Home, Tally has to pull out all the stops to prove to Lex, his gorgeous boss at the local coffee shop, he was never really the jerk he seemed to be. If he can win Lex's heart, the rest of the town should be a piece of coffee cake. In Letting Go, can Mason learn to trust again and can Drew learn to let go of who he thinks he is? If not, a real connection is nothing but a pipe dream. In Finding Shelter, both Justin and Logan have come to town hoping to leave troubled pasts behind them. They are attracted to each other too, but Justin is wary. Will Logan's love, faith, and stubbornness be enough for Justin to believe their love is worth fighting for?See excerpt for individual blurbs.
Stroke!
by M. J. O'SheaFor Owen Peters, rowing is life--college classes are just an afterthought. So when Elijah Lukas, a hotshot sophomore, tries to take Owen's rightful place on the varsity boat, he's threatened, enraged, and needs a place to let off steam. The only person Owen can turn to is his online friend Davis, who he was randomly matched with on a game nearly a year before. Davis is friendly, nonthreatening, and best of all he's on the other side of the country and far removed from the politics of the crew team. Soon, though, Owen starts to feel more for his flirtatious online pal than simple friendship. Between the battle on the water and an impossible new crush, Owen is starting to wonder how he'll make it through the school year.
The Worst Best Man (Dreamspun Desires #27)
by M. J. O'SheaIt was her special day... but his worst nightmare. A rekindled romance wasn’t part of the plan. Despite his American background, August O’Leary is the most sought-after wedding planner in London. Naturally, Libby and Edward come to him for a wedding the city will never forget. But Edward is an international businessman, so the details are left to Libby and her best friend—who happens to be the love of August’s life and the one who broke his heart eight years ago: Christopher Burke. How’s August supposed to pull off the event of the year with Christopher distracting him and old feelings crashing the party uninvited? Christopher has let money and status dictate his life, but no more. His failure to stand up to others’ expectations cost him his future with August—one he hoped would include marriage. Now he has to face August’s hurt and anger and prove he’s still the best man to make August happy.
X Marks the Spot
by M. J. O'SheaJack Hunter is always on a quest for lost art, ancient manuscripts, and anything else that'll romance the millions of viewers who watch his show each week. He hasn't always hit pay dirt in his searches though, and a string of empty global treasure hunts has left his show on the brink of cancellation. Jack needs a white whale, a holy grail, nothing less than a miracle to revive his career. Aloysius "Alo" Green likes his ivory towers. He's content to study from the comfort of a university library and publish papers nobody other than academics will ever read. But coded letters pointing to hidden Nazi treasure fall into his hands, and while colleagues warn him to keep them to himself, Alo can't stop obsessing. He makes a huge mistake and publishes a paper on his find, ignoring the danger doing so will bring. Jack is sure he's struck gold when his assistant brings Alo's paper to him. Alo wants nothing to do with Jack or his televised treasure hunt. But after Alo is threatened, it appears Jack is his best bet to silence those who seek to use him to find the vast wealth first. By trusting Jack, Alo might've saved himself... or made his worst decision yet.
Volviendo a casa (serie Rock Bay #1)
by M. J. O'Shea L. A. AguilarVolumen 1 de la serie serie Rock BayTallis Carrington era quien mandaba en Rock Bay junto con su grupo de amigos atletas y puños de hierro, hasta que un escándalo destruyó el nombre de su familia. Diez años después, él está en bancarrota, sin hogar, y desfilando por el peor paseo de la vergüenza existente. Necesita dinero y lo necesita ya, y Rock Bay es el único hogar que conoce. Pero la gente de allí no lo ha olvidado, al menos no al chico mimado que solía ser. La única persona en el pueblo dispuesta a pasar por alto su pasado es Lex, el dueño de la nueva cafetería, quien le ofrece un trabajo a pesar de que parece despreciar a Tally en base a su reputación. Cuando Tally descubre que su magnífico jefe es el chico a quien torturó en el instituto, la actitud cambiante de este finalmente adquiere sentido. Ahora él tiene que hacer todo lo posible para demostrar que nunca fue el idiota que aparentaba ser. Después de todo, si puede ganar el corazón de Lex, el resto del pueblo debería ser pan comido, con café.
Il milionario del piano di sopra (Dreamspun Desires #1)
by M. J. O'Shea Emanuela CardarelliQuando le luci si spengono e l'alta moda si accende... Sasha Sobieski ha un impiego perfetto nella famosa casa di moda americana Harrison Kingsley. O perlomeno, pensa di avere un impiego perfetto, finché non si ritrova a lavorare per Harrison Kingsley in persona. Lo stilista è esigente, difficile, freddo, e in assoluto l'uomo più sexy che Sasha abbia mai incontrato. Harrison Kingsley ha trascorso anni al vertice. Sa cosa vuole, quando lo vuole e come lo vuole avere. E cosa desidera di più al momento? Il suo nuovo assistente. Sasha è sfacciato, presuntuoso, e lo fa impazzire. Il problema è che Harrison non sa se lo fa impazzire di rabbia o... di desiderio.
Devil's Food at Dusk
by M. J. O'Shea Anna MartinJoe Fitzgerald hates New Orleans, but he's stuck there until he convinces one stubborn local family to sell Lumière, the crumbling French Quarter restaurant they've owned for generations. The place is a wreck, and it's hemorrhaging money. Joe figures he's their best chance for survival. Remy Babineaux despises Pineapple Joe's and everything the chain stands for. He refuses to let Lumière become some tacky corporate tourist trap. Theme drinks and plastic beads in his restaurant? Yeah, right. Over his dead, rotting corpse. The last thing Remy wants is a meeting with the restaurant chain's representative, but his father agreed to at least listen to the proposal. There's nothing Remy can do about it. Remy figures an anonymous hookup is exactly what he needs to decompress. When he ends up across the table from his fling the next morning, real sparks fly. Joe refuses to give up his prime location; Remy refuses to give up his legacy. It's war, and they're both determined to win at any cost. Neither of them counted on falling in love.
Soufflés at Sunrise
by M. J. O'Shea Anna Martin"Welcome to a new season of Burned, where we find fresh new cooking talent... and a few culinary disasters! Every season we do something a little different, and this time it's all about the sweet things in life. Get ready in week one as twenty pastry chef hopefuls and dessert connoisseurs compete for the thirteen coveted workspaces in our *Burned* kitchen. With stakes this big, we ask the one question on everyone's mind: Do these chefs have what it takes to rise to the top? Or will they get Burned?" Burned contestants Chase and Kai are attracted from the start and can't wait to spend more time getting to know each other... until they see the first episode treatment and realize the producers intend to portray them as bitter enemies. At first it's fun to pretend to bicker--enemies on film, lovers when the cameras stop rolling--but soon it's hard not to take the faux rivalry seriously. It's only when their choice is to band together and bake their way to the final or get burned that they find where their real loyalties lie.
Coup de foudre en haute couture (Dreamspun Desires (Français) #1)
by M. J. O'Shea Pauline Tardieu-CollinetQuand les lumières s'éteignent et que surgit la haute couture... Sasha Sobieski a un job de rêve : il travaille dans la légendaire maison de couture américaine Harrison Kingsley. Malheureusement, le rêve vire au cauchemar lorsqu'il doit travailler pour le créateur en personne. Exigeant, froid et colérique, Harrison est également sans conteste l'homme le plus sexy que Sasha ait jamais vu. Au sommet depuis des années, Harrison Kingsley sait ce qu'il veut, quand il le veut, et comment il le veut. Et que veut-il ? Son nouvel assistant. Impertinent et déterminé, Sasha lui fait perdre la tête. Le problème, c'est qu'Harrison ignore si c'est de rage ou... de désir.
The Luckiest (Lucky Moon)
by M. J. O'Shea Piper Vaughn2nd EditionLucky Moon: Book TwoRock star Nick Ventura has finally hit rock bottom. Jealous of his brother's new love, he overindulges in his usual vices and winds up crashing his car into a department store in a drunken haze. Publicly humiliated and on the verge of jail time, he enters into a court-ordered rehabilitation program. Nutritionist Luka Novak is flamboyant, effeminate, and the type of gay man bisexual Nick would normally sneer at. But his sunny nature hides a deep hurt caused by an unfaithful ex-boyfriend. As much as Luka knows he should be wary of Nick's reputation, he's drawn to Nick despite himself. Their tentative friendship turns into romance, but Luka soon comes to realize Nick's fear of losing his bad boy reputation means he'll probably never go public with their relationship. Nick never needed anyone until Luka came into his life. Now he has to reconcile his carefree past with the future he suddenly wants more than anything. And the first lesson he must learn is how to become the man both he and Luka need him to be, rather than stay the boy he always was. Alone.1st Edition published by Loose Id LLC, March 2012
Moonlight Becomes You (Lucky Moon)
by M. J. O'Shea Piper Vaughn2nd EditionLucky Moon: Book OneEleven years ago, Shane Ventura made the biggest mistake of his life when he caved in to pressure from his record label to kick his best friend, Jesse Seider, out of their band, Luck. To this day, Shane has never wanted anyone more, and all the sex and alcohol in the world can't fill the void Jesse left behind. Not even the prospect of teaming up with Britain's hottest band, Moonlight, for a massive world tour can get him out of his funk. Then he meets lead singer Kayden Berlin and falls into instant lust. Kayden may act like he's not interested, but Shane knows he feels the spark between them. Yet the harder Shane pushes, the more Kayden pulls away, until one explosive night leaves Shane with a broken heart. That seems to be his lot--lucky at everything but love. Shane still has one lesson left to learn, though: when it comes to love, you can't always leave things to chance.1st Edition published August 9, 2011 by Loose Id LLC
Moonstruck (Lucky Moon #3)
by M. J. O'Shea Piper Vaughn2nd EditionLucky Moon: Book ThreeSurya Patel is the drummer for the massively popular band Moonlight. When his label suggests a collaboration with Luck, the band Moonlight toured with the year before, he should be all for it. Except he slept with Luck's manager during the tour and then bolted in the dead of night. He's regretted leaving ever since, but he knows being around Em will only lead to disaster. Unfortunately for Surya, the person the label sends to sweet-talk him into the collaboration is none other than Emmanuel himself. Emmanuel Cortez has spent months trying to forget the hottest night of his life--the night he slept with Surya. It's been a year, but not even the death of his beloved grandmother and the subsequent family drama could keep the memories away. Now his job is to convince Surya to collaborate with Luck, and he has to be professional. But a day spent together leads to another passionate night. This time Surya is the one to wake up alone. It only takes Em's departure for Surya to realize he's had a change of heart. The heat between him and Em burns too brightly to be let go. Surya isn't satisfied with just one night anymore. He wants forever.First Edition published by Loose Id LLC, 2012.
One Small Thing (One Thing #1)
by M. J. O'Shea Piper VaughnOne Thing: Book One"Daddy" is not a title Rue Murray wanted, but he never thought he'd have sex with a woman either. Now he's the unwitting father of a newborn named Alice. Between bartending and cosmetology school, Rue doesn't have time for babies, but he can't give her up. What Rue needs is a babysitter, and he's running out of options. He's on the verge of quitting school to watch Alice himself when he remembers his reclusive new neighbor, Erik. Erik Van Nuys is a sci-fi novelist with anxiety issues to spare. He doesn't like people in general, and he likes babies even less. Still, with his royalties dwindling, he could use the extra cash. Reluctantly, he takes on the role of manny--and even more reluctantly, he finds himself falling for Alice and her flamboyant father. Rue and Erik are as different as two people can be, and Alice is the unlikeliest of babies, but Rue has never been happier than when Alice and Erik are by his side. At least, not until he receives an offer that puts all his dreams within reach and he's forced to choose: the future he's always wanted, or the family he thought he never did.
One True Thing (One Thing #2)
by M. J. O'Shea Piper VaughnOne Thing: Book TwoDustin Davis spent years wishing for a prince but kissing frog after slimy frog. When he sees Archer Kyriakides for the first time, Dusty thinks his luck has finally changed. Archer could be it. The One. But their hot and cold romance leaves Dusty confused: why does it feel right one moment and wrong the next? It doesn't make sense--until the day Dusty meets Archer's identical twin, Asher, and realizes he's been seeing them both. Asher Kyriakides dreams of being a fashion photographer, but he's stuck with a job he hates and an irresponsible playboy brother whose habits drive him absolutely insane, especially when he finds out Archer is dating the cute little blond Asher can't seem to forget. Torn between loyalty and desire, Asher does nothing but try to warn Dusty away. But when Archer finally goes too far, Dusty turns to Asher for comfort, and Asher knows he can't refuse. It isn't long before they realize they're falling fast, but more than one thing stands in their way, not the least of which is Archer, who isn't quite ready to stop being a thorn in his brother's side.
Petit secret de nerd (Coconut Cove #2)
by M.J. O'SheaUne histoire de Coconut CoveLes retrouvailles entre connaissances de lycée conduiront-elles à une romance – ou aux regrets ? Natif de Key West, Blair Fletcher passe de faire tapisserie à célébrité du jour au lendemain. Un jour il travaille comme serveur et le suivant, il est propulsé dans un monde différent – comme acteur dans la nouvelle série gay pour ados Coconut Cove. Jouer Ryder, la reine des abeilles, lui amène rapidement amis – et ennemis –, mais c’est le menuisier du plateau qui possède son cœur depuis qu’ils sont enfants. Blair a toujours supposé que son idole Sander Christiansen était complètement inaccessible... et hétéro. Maintenant que Sander est revenu dans leur ville natale, il semble que les suppositions de Blair puissent être fausses. Tandis que les choses s’animent sur le plateau et dans la chambre, Blair doit réaliser qu’il n’est plus le gamin timide qui n’est jamais parti de chez lui et peut-être qu’il est enfin temps pour lui d’avoir la vie, et l’amour, qu’il a toujours voulu.
Piccolo segreto nerd (Coconut Cove #2)
by M.J. O'SheaUn incontro tra vecchi compagni di liceo porterà all’amore… o al rimpianto? Blair Fletcher, un ragazzo qualunque di Key West, diventa all’improvviso una star. Il giorno prima sta servendo ai tavoli e quello successivo si ritrova in un mondo completamente diverso: è un attore nel nuovo teen drama gay Coconut Cove. Recitare la parte dell’ape regina Ryder gli fa guadagnare in fretta amici e nemici, ma è il carpentiere del set a possedere il suo cuore fin da quando erano ragazzini. Blair ha sempre pensato che il dio dorato Sander Christiansen fosse del tutto irraggiungibile… ed etero. Ora che Sander è tornato nella loro città natale, sembra che le conclusioni di Blair fossero sbagliate. Man mano che le cose sul set e in camera da letto si scaldano, Blair si rende conto di non essere più il ragazzino timido che non si è mai allontanato da casa e che forse per lui è arrivato il momento di avere la vita e l’amore che ha sempre desiderato.
Un témoin gênant (Dreamspun Desires (Français) #27)
by M.J. O'SheaPour elle, c'est SA journée… pour lui, c'est son pire cauchemar. Leurs retrouvailles passionnées n’étaient pas prévues au programme ! Malgré sa nationalité américaine, August O’Leary est l’organisateur de mariage le plus recherché de Londres. Bien sûr, Libby et Edward s’adressent à lui pour organiser un mariage inoubliable. Edward étant un businessman très occupé, c’est à Libby et son meilleur ami, Christopher Burke, de s’occuper des détails… Christopher, le grand amour d’August, et l’homme qui lui a brisé le cœur huit ans plus tôt. Comment August peut-il réussir l’événement de l’année alors que Christopher le distrait et que des sentiments passés s’invitent à la fête ? Christopher a laissé l’argent et son statut social diriger sa vie, mais c’est terminé. Parce qu’il était incapable de résister aux attentes des autres, il a perdu son avenir avec August, un avenir qui devait inclure un mariage. Il doit désormais affronter la souffrance et la colère d’August, et lui prouver qu’il peut le rendre heureux, à tout jamais.
Anger Is a Gift: A Novel
by Mark OshiroMoss Jeffries is many things—considerate student, devoted son, loyal friend and affectionate boyfriend, enthusiastic nerd. But sometimes Moss still wishes he could be someone else—someone without panic attacks, someone whose father was still alive, someone who hadn’t become a rallying point for a community because of one horrible night. And most of all, he wishes he didn’t feel so stuck. <p><p> Moss can’t even escape at school—he and his friends are subject to the lack of funds and crumbling infrastructure at West Oakland High, as well as constant intimidation by the resource officer stationed in their halls. That was even before the new regulations—it seems sometimes that the students are treated more like criminals. Something will have to change—but who will listen to a group of teens? <p> When tensions hit a fever pitch and tragedy strikes again, Moss must face a difficult choice: give in to fear and hate or realize that anger can actually be a gift.
Each of Us a Desert
by Mark OshiroFrom award-winning author Mark Oshiro comes a powerful coming-of-age fantasy novel about finding home and falling in love amidst the dangers of a desert where stories come to lifeXochitl is destined to wander the desert alone, speaking her troubled village's stories into its arid winds. Her only companions are the blessed stars above and enigmatic lines of poetry magically strewn across dusty dunes. Her one desire: to share her heart with a kindred spirit. One night, Xo's wish is granted—in the form of Emilia, the cold and beautiful daughter of the town's murderous conqueror. But when the two set out on a magical journey across the desert, they find their hearts could be a match... if only they can survive the nightmare-like terrors that arise when the sun goes down. Fresh off of Anger Is a Gift's smashing success, Oshiro branches out into a fantastical direction with their new YA novel, Each of Us a Desert.At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Into the Light
by Mark OshiroWhen you're like me, you have to lie.It’s been one year since Manny was cast out of his family and driven into the wilderness of the American Southwest. Since then, Manny lives by self-taught rules that keep him moving—and keep him alive. Now, he’s taking a chance on a traveling situation with the Varela family, whose attractive but surly son, Carlos, seems to promise a new future.I can't let anyone down.Eli abides by the rules of his family, living in a secluded community that raised him to believe his obedience will be rewarded. But an unsettling question slowly eats away at Eli’s once unwavering faith in Reconciliation: Why can’t he remember his past?What am I supposed to do?But the reported discovery of an unidentified body found in the hills of Idyllwild, California, will draw both of these young men into facing their biggest fears and confronting their own identity—and who they are allowed to be.Find the truth.For fans of Courtney Summers and Tiffany D. Jackson, Into the Light is a ripped-from-the-headlines story with Oshiro's signature mix of raw emotions and visceral prose—but with a startling twist you’ll have to read to believe.At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Cirque du Slay
by Rob OslerIn this rollicking mystery, perfect for fans of Steven Rowley and Elle Cosimano, the circus becomes the stage for a high-profile murder investigation. With quirky LGBTQ+ amateur sleuths, Cirque du Slay will delight readers looking for a madcap mystery with high-flying excitement!Pint-sized Seattle middle school teacher and gay dating blogger Hayden McCall and his best friend Hollister are invited to a fundraiser for Bakers Without Borders. The celebrity performer, Kennedy Osaka, is the artistic director of Mysterium, an upscale circus arts show combining magic, acrobatics, and a Michelin-star dinner. But Kennedy is a no-show—until she&’s found dead in her hotel suite.When frenemy Sarah Lee is discovered in the room with the body, Hayden and Hollister are on the case to find the real culprit before Sarah Lee is charged with the crime.The suspects for the murder are as unique as Mysterium itself: a Russian trapeze artist, a cowgirl comedian sharp-shooter, an over-cologned operations director, a feisty, green-haired costume manager, and Adrenalin!, a sexy troop of Romanian male acrobats...If Hayden and Hollister are to clear Sarah Lee of suspicion, they&’ll have to outsmart a killer for whom trickery is art.
Devil's Chew Toy: A Novel
by Rob OslerPerfect for fans of Carl Hiaasen and Armistead Maupin, this light, LGBT mystery follows an unlucky in love—and life—teacher who unwittingly ends up the prime suspect in a disappearance.Seattle teacher and part-time blogger Hayden McCall wakes sporting one hell of a shiner, with the police knocking at his door. It seems that his new crush, dancer Camilo Rodriguez, has gone missing and they suspect foul play. What happened the night before? And where is Camilo? Determined to find answers, pint-sized, good-hearted Hayden seeks out two of Camilo&’s friends—Hollister and Burley—both lesbians and both fiercely devoted to their friend. From them, Hayden learns that Camilo is a &“Dreamer&” whose parents had been deported years earlier, and whose sister, Daniela, is presumed to have returned to Venezuela with them. Convinced that the cops won&’t take a brown boy&’s disappearance seriously, the girls join Hayden&’s hunt for Camilo. The first clues turn up at Barkingham Palace, a pet store where Camilo had taken a part-time job. The store&’s owner, Della Rupert, claims ignorance, but Hayden knows something is up. And then there&’s Camilo&’s ex-boyfriend, Ryan, who&’s suddenly grown inexplicably wealthy. When Hayden and Hollister follow Ryan to a secure airport warehouse, they make a shocking connection between him and Della—and uncover the twisted scheme that&’s made both of them rich. The trail of clues leads them to the grounds of a magnificent estate on an island in Puget Sound, where they&’ll finally learn the truth about Camilo&’s disappearance—and the fate of his family.