B. A. Tortuga

Cereus Opening by Sean Michael, Julia Talbot and BA Tortuga Now that his paranormal resort is built, owner Jonny and manager Duke are ready to open Cereus' doors to their exclusive clientele. Unfortunately, in these three stories, not everything runs as smoothly as Duke would like, and he's a werewolf on the verge of tearing his hair out. In Pack Rules, by Julia Talbot and BA Tortuga, security experts Mik and Van have to learn to work together, even though they have a past, and one that didn'... more info>>

What happens when a besieged and rather small dragon comes to a vampire and says, "I need your help." Or when that vampire comes to a werewolf and says, "I have a job for you." The vampire goes and builds a resort for things that go bump in the night, of course. Riding the wave of Julia Talbot's Bloodrose series, the multi-author Cereus: Building features paranormal romance from three of Torquere Press' most-loved authors. The stories move from vampire Jonny's city club to a new luxury getaway i... more info>>

Zach and Adam have it pretty good. They know everything there is to know about each other, since they've been together forever. They've got a nice house, good jobs, a love as hot as any they'd find anywhere else. They both have dreams they've left behind to stay together, though, and when Zach gets an opportunity to chase his, Adam has to struggle with wanting his twin to be happy, and with his own fear of being left behind. Will Zach decide to chase his dream, or will they find out there's no p... more info>>

Boone doesn't think he'll find much on his Reno hotel TV, but he's looking for a little something to brighten his day. Instead of adult entertainment, though, he finds an advertisement for the headlining act at the casino, rock star Gerald High. Boone doesn't know Gerald High from Adam, but he knows the man behind the stage name: his old high school buddy, Danny. Lead singer Danny is a mess when Boone forces his way into the penthouse suite, not sure he knows what day it is, or even where he is... more info>>

There's something on the air. Something wild and dark and dangerous and it's coming for the Aspen Brook Clan. Canyon's job is to protect the Clan, to help his twin brother, Mesa, keep their little family safe, secure, no matter what monsters are lurking in the Montana Mountains. But there are whispers of a prophesied pair of wolves that have been found, a duo of white wolves that hold more power between them than anyone can guess. When Granite, the guardian of the distant pack, comes to them, to... more info>>

Jefferson Austin Bonham, or Ty to his few friends, is perfectly content with his life. He has a decent business, a flamboyant male assistant, and a sterile, stripped down apartment. He thinks it suits him, has convinced himself that's what he wants. That he has all he needs. It works just fine until a blast from the past breezes in his door, wanting to hire him as an image consultant. Abe is all bad boy, just like he was back in college, needling Ty until he's ready to kiss the man or kill him, ... more info>>

Big time country singer Travis Reed has impulse control issues. He's known for crazy stunts and good music, but someone has been making threats on his life, which his management thinks is a bit too much. They hire Wyatt Chastain as Travis' new personal security, a man who can keep Travis safe from his stalker, and from himself. Travis doesn't think he needs a babysitter, but the attraction between him and Wyatt is white hot from the first. He's happy enough to play, and Wyatt has a few impulses ... more info>>

Balta loves Joa more than he loves himself, which is saying a lot. He knows that Joaquim loves him, too, but he also knows that sometimes Joa needs someone who can be more of a friend than a lover. Which is where Raul comes in. Raul is new to the bullriding circuit, and needs their help. But he's also kind, fond of Joa, and smoking hot. Balta decides that Raul is just what he and Joa need to even out the balance of power, but will Joaquim and Raul be as easy to convince that they all belong tog... more info>>

Rusty's going it alone on the family farm, trying to make ends meet and his breeding scheme work. Too bad he's really a college boy at heart, and having a hard time getting all of the work done all by himself. When he finds Wayne standing next to a broken down truck on the side of the road, it just seems like someone out there was hearing his prayers. Wayne stays on for room and board and a chance to get his truck fixed up, and as they get to know each other, both Wayne and Rusty decide maybe th... more info>>

Julian is literally a cat burglar. Being a werecat really helps with his job, at least until he meets up with Detective Thayne Terra. Thayne is strong, smart and sexy, and he could be very bad for business. Luckily, Thayne likes to play with his prey a little before closing in, at least in the case of very sexy kitty Julian. He thinks it might be just what he needs to have another big cat around. Can Julian and Thayne be together and get their jobs done?

Sometimes music says it better than words. Taking a break from driving cattle, Red Farr finds himself at the barn dance, listening to Zeke play the hell out of his fiddle. Zeke's going where his fiddling takes him, but he might be looking for something a little more steady. When Red tells him that the ranch he works for could use another hand or two, Zeke reckons it could suit him to the ground. As could Red, if only Red feels the same way as Zeke. Between driving cattle and fiddling, can Red ... more info>>

Hidden in plain view, taboo lovers bond in ways mundane eyes cannot see. When two are not enough, "Bite Me" shows how three can seal their truest carnal connections. When Needed, by Sean Michael, starts off with Jen, whose two faithful canine companions might be more than they seem. In Like a Thousand Miles of Fire, Marie Carlson's half-demon Crystal Andraya finds strength in the arms of her vampire lovers as war between their races looms. In Joyce Sully's Roll Up, a joyless student falls for a ... more info>>

First introduced in BA Tortuga's popular novel Latigo, cowboys Will and Dean are back, and happier than ever. Sometimes life is good, and this series of stories give the reader a sneak peek into the lives of these two proud, strong men. Set in a progression of seasons, these little glimpses give us Will and Dean laughing, loving, and sometimes recreating their favorite moments together. Hot, sweet, and all cowboy, Will and Dean will leave you smiling. And wanting more.

MJ and Sonny from the Road Trip series are back and hanging out on their boat. The only problem is that MJ is getting bored, and a bored MJ is seriously dangerous. A game of Truth or Dare is sure to keep MJ from blowing things up, even if it devolves into debauchery of the best kind. Originally published in Taste Test: Truth or Dare.

Guitar player Spud is the go-to guy for the band, giving comfort and aid whenever and wherever he can. All that changes when the new guy, Caidon, comes aboard. Caidon wants to tour and play and he wants Spud, and he's not afraid to go against the band to do it. The guys in the band are not so pleased with the idea of Spud going monogamous, and they're not sure they need Caidon interfering with any of the other band politics. Can Caidon and Spud get together to play beautiful music, or will they... more info>>

Horace is a loner, a mountain man with a claim to a tiny stream of gold and a lonely cabin in the woods. When he finds young Walker wandering lost in his mountains just before the snow flies, he decides he's found exactly the kind of companionship he craves. Walker is young, naive, and totally unprepared for the kinds of amusements Horace has in store for him. Good thing he's willing to try new things, because Horace has a stern hand and a fine sense of adventure, showing Walker things he'd neve... more info>>

Practical, no-frills Lacey knows most people would think that being in love with your childhood best friend is the perfect situation. Too bad her best friend isn't in love with her, and he just happens to be a rodeo bronc rider who left home to make a name for himself and never came back to stay. Nate is a good man, but small-town life has never suited him, and Lacey has learned to keep her feelings to herself. Lacey knows all about taking care of things: Nate's momma, her family ranch, her br... more info>>

Jonah is tracking Mexican wolves in the New Mexico desert when he meets Mariposa and Jesus. He thinks they're an amazingly hot couple, but thanks to tricky genetics he never suspects that they might be the same kind of wolf enthusiast he is. When he captures a wolf for tagging, though, Jonah learns that his new neighbors might have a lot more to them than just high sex-appeal. Can he convince gun-shy Mari that he has a lot to offer her and her mate?

Mesa has a lot on his plate since he became his pack's Alpha. With another clan on the brink of self-destruction, he knows he has too much to take care of to go running off, but he also knows what he needs to do in order to run his pack, and that's go get his mate. Kody left Mesa years ago, knowing they could never be together the way Kody really wanted. Making a life for himself seemed like the best idea, and when he found Samantha, he knew he'd found the woman he wanted to marry. Kody never fo... more info>>

Hannah is a tough cop with a hardcore reputation. She's not called the Hammer for nothing. It's a lonely life for her, but all she needs is her work. At least that's what she thinks until she meets exotic dancer Johnny. John is sexy, even if he is a suspect, but as far as Hannah can tell, he's also taken. John is definitely taken with his lover, Ben, but he and Ben play sometimes, and they want Hannah. The three have fun, even when a murderer begins stalking their lives. John and Ben love Hanna... more info>>

Billy and Rick are just guys, live-in lovers who are pretty happy with the life they lead. So when Rick's sister goes into the sex toy business and asks her brother to help test out her products, things get a little hairy. The boys are willing to try a few things, just for laughs, but they soon find out that adding some spice to their sex life isn't all it's cracked up to be. Can Billy and Rick convince Rick's sister that they like their life just as it is, or is it too late to cut bait and run?

Lily really isn't the shop-owner type, but she knows she has to go back home after college and take over her granny's weird, wonderful store, just like she promised. The problem is that Granny wants her to get serious about things she's not even sure she believes in. When Granny falls mysteriously ill after an antique shatters in the shop, Lily starts to think that the whole world is off-kilter. Marc deals daily with the kinds of phenomena Lily is struggling against. He knows it's magick, but he... more info>>

Joa is an anomaly on the bullriding circuit. He's Brazilian, but he grew up in Texas, so he's not sure where he fits in. Champion Brazilian rider Balta knows just where he wants Joa to be. In his life and in his bed. Shy and not sure of his feelings, Joa is reluctant to see Balta as anything but a hero. Balta is determined to show Joa that he's not a saint, and he sets out to get exactly what he wants. Set during the first season of the Roughstock series, Doce follows Balta's courtship of Joa, ... more info>>

Phillip doesn't want to go back to Louisiana. He's got a good thing going in Las Vegas, with a political career on the rise and a past he's put behind him. When that past raises its ugly head, though, bringing him full circle, Phil meets up with some people he never expected to see again. One of those people is his childhood friend, Grant Thibbideaux. Grant is a successful businessman, just as eager to forget their past as Phil is. Some things can't be hidden forever, and Phil and Grant have to... more info>>

Sometimes all you want for Christmas is a heavenly good time. Nestled into stockings and tucked into bed, you'll delight with these yummy tales of delectable delights. If one hunky man is a dream, then two of them become a fabulous Christmas fantasy. When a fire burns down Chris' home, Gavin and Kate discover that having a trio for Christmas really lights up the holidays in All I Want, by GS Wiley. In Kitten's Ribbons, by CC Bridges, Cooper and Jason have a sexy surprise for Lexi, a woman who lo... more info>>