That’s it. My neighbor has to die. There’s no other way around it. The man must be killed—and I’ll even find a way to do it gently, but this cannot go on.
Okay, maybe I’m a bit dramatic, but living next to my brother’s best friend who decided to befriend the crows that spend all week spreading garbage across my lawn is not what I signed up for.
I wanted quiet.
I wanted peace.
I wanted to stop fantasizing about the gorgeous man I couldn’t stand.
Unfortunately for me, North is a big presence with an annoyingly sunny smile and a way of making life sound like it’s worth living. And as a widower who wants to spend the rest of my life wallowing, the last person I want around is one who makes me question my new life’s purpose.
But these feelings can’t be real, can they? I had my great love, and I lost him. So that’s supposed to be it for me.
Isn’t that the way things go?
I can’t seem to stay away from North, even when I know I should. And when he starts to make me feel like maybe there’s another happily ever after out there, I find that as cautious as I’ve taken each step, I’m on the verge of falling once more.
Don’t Fall is the first book in the small town, enemies to lovers, heavy yearning, MM romance series, Storm Season. It features a virgin EMT whose smile is hiding a lot of things, a disgruntled, grieving writer who just wants solid sleep and a good meal, neighborhood crows wreaking havoc, cooking lessons, hurt/comfort, and a toe-curling happily ever after.
“ Don’t Fall” kicks off E.M. Lindsey’s new Storm Season series, and it’s such a great start. I was really looking forward to this series.
So, North is a firefighter who gave up his chef dreams to take care of his family, and he ends up living next to Leo, who’s a disabled widower and also the brother of North’s best friend, Easton. Both of them think the other doesn’t like them, but after a tragic accident brings them together, they start to see things differently.
Leo deals with a lot of grief and self-doubt, but North’s patience and kindness help him gradually regain his confidence. Their relationship grows naturally through real conversations, making it a heartfelt and emotional journey.
RELEASE TOUR: Blue Line Collision by Christie Gordon
Length: 97,000 words Series: Desert Elite Hockey, book 1 Prior Reading: Prior reading recommended but not essential Genre: Sports Tropes: gay hockey romance, bisexual. awakening, rockstar romance, opposites attract, secret relationship, found family, hurt/comfort, caretaking, instalust to emotional slow burn, celebrity/fame gap Trigger/Content Warnings: This book’s themes include absent/neglectful parents, the death of a parent (past), past trauma from abuse, alcoholism, drugs and gun violence. Designer: Christie Gordon
I came to celebrate my call-up to the NHL playoffs. I didn’t expect a rockstar to turn my world upside down.
Evan Crosby After five years grinding in the AHL, I finally get my shot with the Coyotes. The playoffs are my chance to prove I belong in the NHL. No distractions. No mistakes. Then I walk into a bar in Scottsdale to celebrate… and lock eyes with him. Ronan Vale—dark hair, sinful eyeliner, and a voice that’s haunted my playlists for years. A rockstar who looks at me like I’m the only man in the room. I’ve always dated women. My career is hanging by a thread. And the last thing a playoff rookie needs is a scandal. But the way Ronan touches me? The way he makes me feel? Suddenly the biggest risk of my career isn’t on the ice. It’s falling for him.
Ronan Vale Fame taught me one thing—never let anyone close enough to break you. Music is safe. Touring is safe. Casual hookups are safe. Then Evan Crosby crashes into my life—sweet, nervous, and completely new to everything I am. He says this can’t be real. That his career could shatter if anyone finds out. But the way he kisses me tells a different story. And when the final buzzer sounds on his playoff run, he’ll have to decide. Protect the career he’s fought for… Or risk everything for a love neither of us saw coming.
Blue Line Collision launches the Desert Elite Hockey series and spins off from the Desert Ice Hockey and Desert Football worlds. Inside you’ll find a bisexual awakening, a closeted playoff rookie, a broody rockstar, secret hookups, found queer hockey family, and a love that hits harder than a body check. Grab your copy today for hard hits, backstage heat, and a love that refuses to stay in the closet.
EXCERPT:
Fingers with thick silver rings covered my phone. “Did you take a photo of me?”
My heart leapt into my throat. “Uh…” Letting out a stuttered chuckle, I raised my head and focused on Ronan, standing in front of me, his piercing dark gaze burrowing into my soul. What should I say? “I’m, I’m sorry. I was just, uh, cool to see you here, and I wanted to tell my friend.”
A sly grin played across his lips. “Cool, huh? And who is this friend who now has a photo of me?”
“It’s uh, it’s Lucas Hopkins from the Coyotes.” I swallowed through the tightness in my throat. Had I pissed him off?
“Coyotes? You mean Mason Hopkin’s little brother? You’re friends with him?” He tilted his head, his eyes narrowing as his gaze raked over me.
“I am. In fact, we were D-line partners on the Firebirds.” Was he a hockey fan? The pounding of my heart eased a bit. Could I use this to my advantage? “I’ve been called up to play as a Black Ace in the playoffs with them.” Nodding at my drink, I said, “I’m, uh, having a little celly here.”
“Really.” He offered a wide smile. “That’s something to celebrate for sure.” He placed his hand on my shoulder. “I was just celebrating the end of a successful tour. Want to join me?” He leaned in close, his breath whispering across my ear, and said, “People shouldn’t drink alone.”
about the author:
Christie Gordon is the author of steamy, heartfelt gay romance novels that explore the emotional journey of men discovering themselves and finding love. It all started when she stumbled upon MM fanfiction by accident—and let's just say, it was love at first read. Inspired by the genre's mix of passion and complexity, Christie transitioned from reading about men in love to writing her own stories. After taking fiction writing classes at a local community college, she published her first MM romance novel in 2009 with a small press, and she’s never looked back.
When she’s not writing, Christie watches boys-love dramas, creates digital art, or is serenaded by her snoring one-eyed rescue pug. A graduate of both Electrical Engineering (BS) and Business Administration (MBA), she spends her "day job" navigating the high-tech world, but her heart belongs to the characters who live in her books. Christie currently resides in the Phoenix metro area, though she’s also lived in California’s Bay Area and Minnesota (which probably explains her deep love of pumpkin spiced latte coffees and hockey).
She’s also the proud mother of two young-adult sons who provide plenty of material for stories—usually in the form of chaotic shenanigans. But no matter what, Christie’s always up for a new adventure, whether it's on the page or in the real world.
Length: 69k words Series: Snow Creek Ranch #1 Prior Reading: n/a Genre: Contemporary, Small-Town Tropes: mm ranch romance, enemies to lovers, gay cowboy, opposites attract romance, forced proximity, small town ranch romance, ranch romance, city boy x cowboy, grumpy x sunshine, found family, hurt comfort, gay romance, high stakes. Trigger/Content Warnings: n/a Designer: LC Chase
Sell the ranch or save it—either way, someone’s going to lose everything.
Jesse Knox has given his heart and soul to Snow Creek Ranch. It’s not just dirt and cattle—it’s family, legacy, and the only place he’s ever belonged. So when Lucas Barrett arrives with city clothes, sharp eyes, and a plan to sell everything Jesse loves, there’s no compromise to be had. Just a line drawn in the dirt—and a promise that Jesse won’t back down, no matter what it costs. He only owns a quarter of the ranch, but it’s enough to stop anyone tearing it out from under him, and he’ll fight to the last breath to keep it.
When Lucas needed him most, his grandfather turned him away without a second thought. Now that same man has left him a majority share in a remote ranch he’s never seen. If Lucas lasts six months, he can sell and walk away with millions that will fund beds, safety, and second chances for kids with nowhere else to turn, just like he’d once been. Only, nothing about Snow Creek fits neatly into a spreadsheet, and the more time he spends battling Jesse, the more cracks appear in Lucas’s control. Because this ranch isn’t empty land. Secrets are revealed that change everything. And Jesse Knox is anything but a problem he can solve.
Six months. One ranch. Two men with everything to lose—and no way to walk away unchanged.
The City Boy and the Rancher is a hate-to-love, opposites-attract, forced proximity romance with found family, secrets, lies, and passion, high-stakes legacy, and a battle between saving Snow Creek ranch and selling it. It is book 1 in the shared world of Snow Creek Ranch. Each book can be read as a standalone, so be sure to check out the entire series!
RJ Scott writes heartwarming, passionate stories about men who fight for love, even when it’s not easy. With themes of found family, trust, and second chances, every story leads to one promise—every man gets his happily ever after.
Best Selling Author Kindle Alexander is an innovative writer who writes romance in the male/male genre.
It's always a surprise to see what's coming next!
Usually, I try for funny. Humor is a major part of my life - I love to laugh, and it seems to be the thing I do in most situations - regardless of the situation, but jokes are a tricky deal. I don't want to offend anyone and jokes tend to offend. So instead I'm going to tell you about Kindle.
I tragically lost my sixteen year old daughter to a drunk driver. She had just been home, it was early in the night and I heard the accident happen. I'll never forget that moment. The sirens were immediate and something inside me just knew. I left my house, drove straight to the accident on nothing more than instinct. I got to be there when my little girl died - weirdly, I consider that a true gift from above. She didn't have to be alone.
That time in my life was terrible. It's everything you think it would be times about a billion. I love that kid. I loved being her mother and I loved watching her grow into this incredibly beautiful person, both inside and out. She was such a gift to me. To have it all ripped away so suddenly broke me.
Her name was Kindle. Honest to goodness - it was her name and she died a few weeks before Amazon released their brand new Kindle ereader. She had no idea it was coming out and she would have finally gotten her name on something! Try finding a ruler with the name Kindle on it.. It never happened.
Through the course of that crippling event I was lucky enough to begin to write with a dear friend in the fan fiction world of Facebook. She got me through those dark days with her unwavering support and friendship. There wasn't a time she wasn't there for me. We've built a world where Kindle lives and stands for peace, love and harmony. It's its own kind of support group. I know without question I wouldn't be here today without her.
Mega movie star Slade Whitaker lives under a constant microscope. Fame, fortune, and a global fanbase come at a hefty personal price of keeping his true self tightly under wraps. One he escapes from every year to his secluded West Texas ranch, far from the relentless paparazzi and the dark side of Hollywood.
For Mason Sutton, life used to be simple. Long days spent on the rich Texas soil and the quiet, steady comfort of his beloved rodeo mare, Wildflower. But one tragic afternoon shatters everything, leaving him alone to rebuild the pieces of his life. The last thing Mason wants is a sexy temptation with a great strut wreaking havoc on his broken life.
In the quiet countryside, far from cameras and gossip columns, the line between fantasy and reality blurs. Will they risk their futures for a chance at love, or will the fear of being exposed destroy the one thing that might finally make them whole?
A steamy MM celebrity romance featuring a movie star, a Texas cowboy, small-town heat, emotional hurt/comfort, and a secret relationship that could change everything.
Broken Pride by Kindle Alexander Movie star Slade Whitaker seems to have everything—fame, money, and many loyal fans. But he has never been true to himself and hides his real identity.
Mason Sutton is trying to heal from a deep loss and believes his life will never change. Then he meets Slade, and both their lives change completely. Their journey is filled with chaos, hope, healing, and love.
Both men have hidden secrets, and how those secrets come out is very well done. Kindle Alexander writes beautifully, making every scene come alive.
The landscapes, horses, and ranch setting feel real so very real.
This is an emotional, and beautifully written romance that I strongly recommend.
Duet Narration by: Connor Crais & Christine Lakin Also featuring: JF Harding, Sean Masters, Teddy Hamilton, CJ Bloom, Erin Mallon, Willa Jaymes, Meg Sylvan & Austin Stone
The Troublemaker is Easton Bailey’s book and I just want to say be prepared for a surprising but also a wonderful unexpected journey!!!
I bloody loved this story! Particularly the banter..
But it’s the underlying caring way Easton is, that made me swoon!
I also really loved Hadley!
After her grandma passes and with stipulations for her to be married to get the book store, needless to say Easton and her, have an interesting time ahead of them!
This fake marriage story has twists you will not expect and an emotional one too!
This is also the final book in The Dugout series and it ends with a bang!! Absolutely brilliant!!
