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London, 1832...Debonair Simon St. Lawrence, Viscount Waverly, lives a rakish lifestyle. So, his parents have arranged a marriage for him, much to his chagrin. Lady Marisa Denton is as opposed to the marriage contract as is Simon. Together, they scheme to disolve the marriage arrangement, but reluctantly fall in love. In the meantime, they are dangerously thrust into a search for a murderer in league with body snatchers selling cadavers to medical schools.

England, 1854...Charity appears as a mysterious, veiled woman insisting upon an interview with Hugh Morgan for the position of governess. Hugh was cuckolded by his deceased wife and no longer trusts women, doubting that 'his' child is truly his own and achingly withholds love from the little girl. But once kind-hearted Charity lifts her disguise, she will teach Hugh to trust and love once again.

1863: The American Civil War rages on. En route to Liverpool, the center of Confederate operations in Europe, a French agent bearing an offer from the Emperor is killed. A scramble begins to retrieve the papers he was carrying, papers which could expose a plot to build warships in France in exchange for Southern approval of its Mexican empire. Viola Ross, daughter of a Boston shipping merchant, serves as social secretary to the American legation in London. When a French countess confides in her about the plan, Viola realizes that a secret French-Confederate alliance could prolong the bloody co...

Stories of perception, stories of connection. In these four short stories, collected here for the first time, author Lewis Smith weaves four stories examining what we see, and what connects us:“Lakeside Park”—When your truest friend is leaving, how do you best make the most of your last moments? “Every Picture Tells A Story”—Drawing from life—what is seen, and what is observed?“Ouroboros”—When “what could have been” isn’t, can a new connection be created?“One Place”—Is “home” a place, a person, or can it be both?

Both of Erin Wade’s Valentine short stories are featured in this collection. You will laugh and cry as Cupid tries to find a suitable match for Police Detective Drew Darwin. Things go awry in "Cupid's Crossbow" when a miss-fired arrow results in an unacceptable pairing of the pretty detective and a suspected criminal.Renn and Cody have had each other’s backs since they were four. Newly graduated form college they face a life where Renn is a U.S. Marshal and Cody is a budding restaurateur struggling to put her establishment on the map. You will laugh with them and cry for them as they navig...

All of Erin Wade's 2020 best selling short stories in one book or eBook. You'll love the Christmas themed mystery "Do You Hear What I Hear" as school principal and detective fight to beat the clock on a young girl's kidnapping from school. You will laugh and cry as Cupid tries to find a suitable match for Police Detective Drew Darwin. Things go awry in "Cupid's Crossbow" when a miss-fired arrow results in an unacceptable pairing of the pretty detective and a suspected criminal. Best short story of the year "The Littlest Werewolf" features three beautiful women and a little boy. Put into the wi...

A short story for the holidays from bestselling LGBT writer Erin Wade. When Avery Denton discovers that her partner and life-long friend Jim Steel is planning to divorce his beautiful wife, Mandy, she is angry and distraught. A former Miss America, Mandy had worked two jobs to put Jim through med school. When he solicits Avery's help in duping Mandy out of her share of their community property, she is aghast that he would stoop so low. All Avery sees for the month of December is heartache and misery for all concerned. Caught between the proverbial rock and a hard place, Avery must choose betwe...

When esteemed surgeon Dawn Fairchild is wrongly accused of vehicular manslaughter, her world is turned up side down. Sentenced to two years in a federal women's prison Dawn encounters a side of life she didn't know existed. Caged with drug addicts, killers and rapist, she is surprised when her knight in shinning armor is a scrawny, scrappy redhead serving time for drug addiction and prostitution. A woman she couldn't bring herself to shake hands with for fear of touching her.You will laugh, cry and cheer for these two unlikely friends as they navigate the horrors of a prison run by a no-nonsen...

A psychological thriller from Bestselling Lesbian Action/Adventure writer Erin Wade, this fast-passed novel will keep you on the edge of your seat.Trying to recover from a broken heart caused by an unfaithful wife, world renowned lesbian author Lane Dawson agrees to temporarily move to Hollywood to consult on the movie version of her bestselling novel. Wanting an actress in her early thirties for the main character, Lane selects an actress in a blind audition. She is surprised to learn her selection is A-list movie star Ashley Sinclair an older, Oscar winning actress who hasn’t made a movie ...

Multiple plots, love, friends, apocalypse, demons, Gods, and AI… a perfect story.
I am continually amazed as I read each of Erin Wade’s books. Each one has a unique plot, but the women she writes about are strong and innovative. Meet Destiney, a doctor over 300 years old but could be a 30 year old Miss America. Her adopted daughter, Venus, is just as beautiful and just as mysterious. Vicar Faith Seraph appears when needed with powers of prayer that create miracles. Mix in shape shifters, Vampires, medical catastrophes, and human trafficking you have another Erin Wade winner.

 

Don’t miss this epic tale of two women fighting for their beliefs and trying to find common ground in their personal lives. One reviewer called this fast paced, action romance, “Die Hard for Lesbians.” Texas Ranger Ricky Strong is chasing a vicious serial killer that has left no clues.  Her life becomes more complicated when one of the victims is the missing sister of ultra-conservative Senator Christine Richmond.  Their lives become more entwined when Ricky is assigned to protect the headstrong senator on her goodwill tour of the Texas border.  The President gives Senator...

When Sloan Cartwright awakens in an African hospital with no memory, she is astounded to find three beautiful women claiming to be her wife. An attempt on her life makes her realize that her biggest problem is not which woman is her wife, but who wants to kill her and why. She discovers that she holds secrets that will topple governments and bring down illegal poachers in Africa. The only problem is that Sloan can’t remember where she hid the evidence. Sloan quickly realizes that she must trust one of the women to help her escape Africa. Which one will it be? Wife Number One: Amarosia (Amy) ...

One reviewer said, "I really enjoyed The Table Between Us. Wow. For a short book it sure packs a lot of action. Romance. Restaurant Management. Law Enforcement and Thugs. All wrapped up in one quick read." Lesfic author Erin Wade combines humor and action in this Christmas Short Story as Cody Preston and Renn Summers navigate life after college. They’ve had each other’s backs since they were four. Suddenly they face a life where Renn is a U.S. Marshal and Cody is a budding restaurateur struggling to put her establishment on the map. You will laugh with them and cry for them as they recover...

When Care-flight delivered a roughneck to Dr. Heather Hunter's trauma unit, it turned her world upside down. Heather found herself in love with someone her mother found socially unacceptable. Someone whose job was so dangerous Heather fought falling in love to avoid a broken heart. Little did she know that her loved one was courting danger far deadlier than working on an oil rig. In the fast-moving, hard-loving, world of Texas oil tycoons and terrorists hell bent on destroying the Texas oil industry Dr. Hunter finds love in the fast lane breath taking and indescribably satisfying.   ...

Put into the witness protection program medical doctor Haven Langley is hidden in a veterinarian clinic In Sugar Land, TX. On her way home one night she saves a small Yorkie from a pack of vicious dogs. She pets and soothes the trembling little guy, and both fall asleep in her bed. Haven is surprised to be awakened the next morning by a small boy pulling the covers off her asking to be fed. She searches every room in her house but can’t find the Yorkie. Things heat up when hired killer Nova Norton appears on the scene to collect the bounty placed on Haven’s head by a New York crime boss. C...

This  short story by Erin Wade is karma at its finest. When a Gypsy promises Eva Mora a magic trinket if she will raise the Gypsy's son, Eva agrees. Not for the trinket, but because she had fallen in love with the baby boy. Eva has no concept of the trinket's power or what she may be called upon to do to ensure the boy's happiness and safety. When beautiful Nicole Windsor appears in Eva's life the trinket takes on an entirely different meaning and significance.

A sapphic, novella that will make any lesfic reader beg for more. Bestselling LGBT author Erin Wade brings you thrills and chills in this tale of Vanessa Hathaway.Born in Pevek, Russia, a decaying mining town, beautiful Vanessa Hathaway knew she was her family’s only hope for a bright future. Like a good daughter, she allowed her father to arrange her marriage to wealthy American industrialist Victor Clayton. The photos of Victor showcased a handsome man in his mid-forties. Vanessa steeled herself to fake happiness but in her heart she knew she could never love the dark-haired Texan.Business...

Renny James thought she was falling in love with her boss then she met his wife. Renny was totally unprepared for the beauty and charisma of Vivian Rockmore. The electricity between the two women was undeniable but too many obstacles stood between them. We are each the master of our own destiny, aren’t we? That was the mantra of Renny James as she fought her way out of poverty and rose to the ranks of the rich and glamorous. Clean sheets were Renny's criteria for success. A brilliant student, she knew a college education would get her out of the horrible poverty in which she lived. Nothing w...

When alluring Autry Bishop's husband Judge Frank Bishop is threatened by the Tejas Diablos Drug Cartel, she turns to long-time friend Sheriff Jet Trent to help protect him. Sheriff Trent struggles to keep Judge Bishop out of harm's way and to keep Autry out of her heart. Unfortunately, she seems to be losing the battle on all fronts.

When a serial killer targeted members of the university’s athletic staff, Regan was swept into murder, intrigue, and danger where nothing was as it seemed. Still dealing with the horrific murder of the last man she dated, Regan is overwhelmed by the constant attention from one of her female students. Was Brandy courting her or stalking her?

The air seared my lungs as I gasped for breath running to reach her before the armed men did. I urged my legs to move faster praying I would be in time.  Jumping from one rooftop to another, I was certain I was breaking speed records and my lungs would burst any second. I landed on the flat surface where she was standing facing the door that would open any minute and spill onto the roof the death squad commissioned to kill her.  Without breaking stride, I continued charging toward her and prayed the chopper pilot’s computer watch was perfectly synced with mine. I started counting d...

We never know how well we know someone. We have no clues about their hidden agendas, desires, or mistakes. Even those we love the most mask their aspirations and the lengths they will go to achieve them.What would you do if a lurking madman were stalking the woman you love. Would you follow the letter of the law to save her or take matters into your own hands to, hell with legalities.Follow Andi, Sherry, and Jud as they navigate the dangers life throws at them. When accusations are made that are impossible to believe how do you counter them when the evidence outweighs the feelings in your hear...

“Please Lie to Me” has 326 pages of roaring action and flaming lesbian romance. Set in Sante Fe, NM this romantic thriller is about Niccola Amato, a classical violinist who crosses over into the popular music genre and is everyone’s darling. Add Reed Redman a gorgeous computer genius who owns Redman Cyber Securities and Protection Agency, and you have the ingredients for an erupting volcano.When Reed is tasked with providing security for Niccola while the violinist tours Europe, she isn’t prepared for the star’s jealous husband Fredo, the son of Sergio Donatelli, head of one of New Y...

Beautiful twin sisters--one a U.S. Marshal and the other an internationally famous country music star. When an attempt is made on the life of famous Shannon Rose, wildly popular performer, her twin sister U.S. Marshal Shaw Rose steps in to find out who drugged her sister and left her in a coma.Fiancée's and past lovers complicate things when they interact with Shaw, believing she is Shannon. Fun and games turn deadly when the killer strikes again. This time the target is the imposter posing as Shannon Rose.Would you give up your life and career tosave your sister's. What a sister is willing t...

To the lesbian literary community, she was flamboyant, best-selling author, Darcy Lake. To everyone else, she was something entirely different. When Jules Divine attended the National Lesbian Writers Convention to get autographs from her favorite author, she had no idea she would be drawn into a world of cat-fight competition, intrigue, passion and murder.  Jules Divine had nursed a crush on lesbian author Darcy Lake from the first moment she saw the author’s photo. Beautiful, charismatic and elusive, Lake was adored by millions, but known by few. Was she what she appeared to be or a pr...

When Amy and her wife Emery stop to help an injured animal struck by a car and left to die in a snow-filled bar ditch, they have no idea about the things they have set in motion or how their act of kindness will change their lives. Bestselling LGBT Author Erin Wade gives readers a Christmas story as old as time. Suitable for children and readers of all ages. Merry Christmas.
Also included as an added bonus is Erin's #1 bestselling Christmas short story "Do You Hear What I Hear."

Left to die in a filthy alley, with no identification, the hospital logged her in as Jane Doe. She fought her way back and she knew the name of the man who had left her for dead. She knew him and she would make his life a living hell.Who knew that revenge could come in so many different forms? The story of one woman’s revenge and the love that gave her the strength to rise above the hurt and darkness in her soul. Four friends who made a difference in her world and helped her find her way back to normal.Erin Wade takes readers on a breath-taking ride as they follow the twist and turns of this...

Erin Wade’s best yet. With more twists than a moonshine run in the Kentucky hills, “Two Ways to Die” is a cliff hanger you’ll think about long after you finish the last page. You’ll fall in love with Java Jarvis and Kat Lace as they scorch the pages with their desire for one another. Another #1 Bestseller for Erin. Java Jarvis is like no heroine you’ve ever met. The kind of woman every girl wants to meet at least once in her lifetime. She’s every woman’s dream and every criminal’s nightmare.

A Lesbian, Action Adventure Romance that will keep you on the edge of your seat and cheering for Java Jarvis and her team at SKIRT. When women are murdered during Mardi Gras for the third year in a row New Orleans Police Lieutenant Beau Braxton calls in the women of SKIRT. The FBI’s Serial Killers Investigative Resolution Team consisted of five beautiful FBI agents and was directed by Special Agents Java Jarvis and her wife Kat Lace. Working undercover the team had a one hundred percent success rate and was only pressed into action when others failed, and local authorities requested their as...

The third book in the Bestselling Java Jarvis Series by #1 Bestselling LGBT author Erin Wade. When Kat Lace goes undercover to identify the kingpin behind Mississippi’s drug ring, Java is left alone in New Orleans to deal with something rare—a female serial killer. Accustomed to having each other’s back, our power couple finds they must turn to others to help solve their cases and ease their loneliness. As always the ladies of the FBI’s SKIRT (Serial Killers Investigative Resolution Team) are standing by to go into action when Java or Kat call for them.

Sara Anderson has been a mother and abused wife since she was fifteen. Her abusive husband’s sudden death leaves her homeless. Ex-neighbor Chris Taylor returns for the funeral to find the woman that helped raise her, in dire need. The only solution is to take Mrs. Anderson home with her, but is she saving Sara or endangering her life.Excerpt from “Here’s to You Mrs. Anderson.” “Fixated on Sara, the intruder hurtled toward her. Using the truck’s open door to shield us I screamed for Sara to run into the house and turned to face her attacker. Too late it realized that I was also on t...

Twenty-five-year-old Vanity Chase had the world by the tail. She had just released her first single record and it was shooting to the top of the charts. She was poised to be country music’s next darling and nothing could stop her.Vanity had it all: long blonde hair, perfect figure, beautiful face, and a voice the angels envied. She knew she was the whole package.As she drove home, she mentally ran through the list of things she had procured for her birthday party at the apartment clubhouse. The band was set up and ready to go. The caterer was arranging the buffet tables around the party room...

 Eden was certain a cold wind blew into the office as the woman stepped from the elevator. She was tall and incredibly beautiful. Her mane of thick dark hair billowed around her face as if battling for a place to rest on her shoulders. Piercing blue eyes and perfectly shaped red lips completed the look of beauty and power.  “Here’s Agent Knight now.” Canton nodded in deference to the woman who dominated the room. Without taking their eyes off the brunette, Rose and Dozer slipped into the elevator and punched the button to close the doors.  Agent Knight arched perfect brows...

Detective Kaden Snow's last major case of the year may be her worst nightmare as she runs against time to locate a missing teenage girl lured to an unhappy ending by internet pedophiles. With Christmas just four weeks away Kaden knows much will fall through the cracks due to the holidays. Putting her faith in her rugged police dog Boss, Kaden leaves no stone unturned in her efforts to locate the missing girl. Things become complicated when Kaden falls in love with ninth-grade high school principal Ashley Benton. Smart and dedicated, Ashley finds herself drawn to the beautiful detective but too...

The court orders brilliant defense attorney Mandy Kincaid to handle the death penalty appeal of Lisa Mercer, a woman accused of killing her three small children. Mandy uncovers evidence that proves the woman is innocent. Mandy’s biggest problem is that Lisa insists that she did murder her children. Femme fatale Jordon Kiser is the owner of the top private investigation firm in town.  Mandy hires her to uncover the truth about the deaths of the children. As Jordon works closely with Mandy,  the beautiful detective awakens feelings that surprise and terrifies the defense attorney. Am...

World acclaimed film makers Sage and Court Southerland can't turn down the adventure of a lifetime when Dr. Renee Phillips enlists their help to document her excavation of an ancient Mayan civilization in the unexplored regions of the Amazon Rainforest. The two explorers pack up Jake and Kinga and fly to the airport closest to the jungle, then set out on a boat to reach Renee's location. They uncover secrets and dangers they never knew existed. Things that challenge their beliefs and endanger their lives. Excitement, suspense, twists, and turns make this a book you will not want to put down. A...

When Courtney Southerland's career suffers an unexpected blow, she is determined to prove that she is the best in the business. Accepting an assignment she doubts is achievable, she relies on the innate goodness of her young wife Sage to steer them in a new and dangerous undertaking. Packed with action, romance and suspense, Dark Justice: Book #2 - Garden of Eden will keep you on the edge of your seat cheering for the lovers and their determination to do the right thing. LGBT, Lesbian Fiction, WLW, Sapphic Romance Thriller, Suspense, Action, Adventure.

Award-winning producer Courtney Southerland turned down lucrative career opportunities to learn the truth about the legend of Palo Duro Canyon. Determined to track the famous Black Panther and the girl that had been seen with it, Court devoted two years of her life living in caves and tents as she tracked the pair through the second largest canyon in the United States. She was about to relegate the panther’s legend to the category of Big Foot and the Loch Ness Monster when the girl appeared from nowhere to save her life.  LGBT, Lesbian Fiction, WLW, Sapphic Romance Thriller, Suspense, A...

Cupid, Brooke is given the task of finding a soulmate for thirty-year old Detective Drew Darwin. Things go awry when Brooke is forced to use a crossbow instead of the usual bow and arrow she has used for centuries. A miss-fired arrow results in an unacceptable pairing of the pretty detective and her suitor. Drew finds herself in love with the most unlikely person in the world as Brooke frantically searches for a way to undo the harm she has done. You'll laugh and gasp your way through Erin Wade's lesfic offering in celebration of Valentine's Day. Wade's second short story is as delightful as h...

Detective Ash Denton and her forensic psychiatrist wife Lana are baffled when beautiful women in their town are targeted by a serial killer. The killer brands each woman that dies.  Unlike the movies, the case load of Mrs. and Mrs. Denton isn't just the Branded Wives case. Follow Ash and Lana as they track an internet pedophile ring, a drug cartel and the killer of a young prostitute. Ash faces death daily, but learns the true feeling of fear when the serial killer targets her wife, the woman that makes her life worth living. LGBT, Lesbian Fiction, WLW, Sapphic Romance Thriller, Suspense,...