Release Blitz: Lick It Up by Gillian Archer

Title: Lick It Up

Series: Long Licks Rock Stars #1

Author: Gillian Archer

Genre: Steamy Contemporary Romance

Tropes: Rock Star Romance/Runaway Bride

Vacation Fling/Age Gap

Release Date: April 16, 2026

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I left for my “honeymoon” solo but came home married to a rock star. Oh boy.

My entire world collapses a week before my wedding.

My ex is not the man I thought he was, and I have the shiner to prove it.

Heartbroken, I board my honeymoon flight alone and spend my days sitting on the beach, wondering how I never saw it coming.

Enter Mal.

I’m not sure how I didn’t recognize the biggest guitar player in the world.

I just know I feel safe in his arms, and he’s as different from my ex as can be—gentle, giving, spontaneous…

Planning to marry someone I thought I knew didn’t work, so why not marry a stranger?

But when his world gets rocked in the worst possible way, and he goes back on the promises he made to me on that beach, I have to choose between stability and the scariest thing that’s ever happened to me…for all the right reasons.

Lick It Up kicks off the Long Licks series. Grab this angsty, elopement with a rock star, age gap, spicy romance about two people finding themselves and love despite tragedy coming at them from every direction.

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Gillian has a bachelor’s degree in mining engineering but prefers to spend her time on happily ever after. She writes the kind of stories she loves to read—the hotter the better!

When Gillian’s not pounding away on the keyboard, she can be found surfing the couch indulging in her latest reality tv fixation, baking something ridiculously tasty (and horrible for her waist line) or snuggling with her husband.

Home is currently in the wilds of Nevada with her amazing husband, ridiculously cute kiddo, and goofy dog.

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Release Blitz: Falling for Real by Carly Phillips

FALLING FOR REAL

Carly Phillips

Release Date: April 16

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Fake Date • Wedding Weekend • Forced Proximity • One Bed • Miami Heat • A Dare Family Series Story

One canceled date. One overbooked hotel. One fake boyfriend who feels way too real.

I fly into a destination wedding expecting maid-of-honor chaos—not to share a room with Tristan Hayes, the devastatingly charming nightclub owner I’ve crushed on for too long.

When the hotel runs out of rooms, Tristan gives his to an elderly couple without hesitation. I see the kind of man he is… and offer to share my king bed. Just for the weekend. Totally innocent.

Until my ex shows up.
With a date.

Suddenly Tristan’s hand is on my waist, his smile lethal, and he’s my fake boyfriend. Temporary. Perfect.

Except the chemistry isn’t fake.
And wedding weekends don’t last.

Or do they?

A fun, flirty wedding-weekend romance featuring fake dating, forced proximity, one bed, and a hero who always shows up—with a guaranteed HEA.

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Carly Phillips is the NY Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling author of over eighty sexy contemporary romances featuring hot men, strong women, and emotionally compelling stories her readers have come to expect and love. She is happily married to her college sweetheart and lives in Westchester County, NY. She is the mother of two adult daughters and three crazy dogs who star on her Facebook and Instagram pages. She loves social media and is always around to interact with her readers. Way back in 2002, Carly’s book, The Bachelor, was chosen by Kelly Ripa and was the first romance on a nationally televised book club. Carly loves social media and interacting with her readers. For more information on upcoming releases, sign up for her newsletter (below) and receive two free books!

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Release Blitz: Shane by S.R. Grey

SHANE

S.R. Grey

Release Date : April 16

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Shane

They say nice guys finish last, and that’s certainly been the case for me. At least, when it comes to love. As a professional hockey player, I’m a winner.

In dating, though, I’m a dud.

I don’t know why. They say I’m good-looking.

Maybe I need more of an edge.

Or maybe I just need to find the right girl.


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Willa

After a bad breakup, I need some time away . . . alone.

But it seems my quiet tropical getaway is about to be anything but. Due to a mix-up, hot hockey player Shane Thoma is now sharing my beachfront rental.

Hey, I couldn’t make him leave.

No way! He’s too damn hot.

Now that I think about it, maybe he’s the distraction I need.

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S.R. Grey is a USA Today Bestselling Author of the new Breakaway hockey series and the popular Boys of Winter hockey books and Men of Fall football novels. Other New Adult and Romantic Suspense works of hers include the Judge Me Not books, the Promises series, the Inevitability duology, A Harbour Falls Mystery trilogy, and the Laid Bare series of novellas.

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Release Blitz: Playtime's Over by R.L. Mathewson

Title: Playtime's Over

A Neighbor from Hell Series Standalone

Author: R.L. Mathewson

Genre: Contemporary Romance

Tropes: Enemies to Lovers, Rom Com

Release Date: January 23, 2026

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Six years is a long time to wait for revenge…

From New York Times Bestselling Author R.L. Mathewson comes the next novel in the Neighbor from Hell series, filled with revenge, questionable choices, and a Bradford determined to make the one woman that he couldn’t live without fall in love with him.

Once upon a time, Kristen Haven was his best friend, his entire world, and the one woman Garrett Bradford couldn’t stop thinking about, but that all changed six years ago when a simple misunderstanding ruined everything, and now…

Now, he was really hoping that she was willing to overlook the fact that he’d made her life a living hell for the past six years.

It was never going to happen.

Not after he’d told her to go to hell, and definitely not after he sent clowns to frolic in her front yard. Now that he knew the truth, Kristen was determined to forget about him and move on with her life, but there was just one problem with that plan…

She needed him.

Which meant that she had no choice but to give in to his demands, remind herself that she needed him whenever the urge to beat the hell out of him with whatever was within reach hit, and pretend that she wasn’t falling in love with the one man that she could never forgive.

A romantic comedy about second chances, revenge, questionable life choices, and one man determined to win back the only woman he’s ever loved…whether she likes it or not.

I was really excited to jump back into the Neighbor from Hell series by R.L. Mathewson—it’s been a few years since I last read one, and I remember absolutely loving these books. Playtime’s Over definitely brought back some of that classic Bradford chaos and humor that made the series so fun in the first place.

The second-chance romance between Kristen and Garrett had a lot of potential, and I did enjoy the tension, history, and the whole “he’s been in love with her all along” dynamic. There were moments that made me smile and reminded me why I fell for this series to begin with.

That said, this one didn’t resonate with me quite as much as some of the earlier books. At times, the humor and character interactions felt a bit more over-the-top than I personally prefer, which made it a little harder for me to fully connect with the story. The recurring catchphrase among the characters, which gives the dialogue a very distinct style  did start to stand out to me as the book went on.

Overall, I’d say this was a solid, enjoyable read—especially for longtime fans of the series—but not my favorite installment. I’m still glad I picked it up, and I’ll always have a soft spot for the Bradfords and their over-the-top antics.

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New York Times Bestselling author, R.L. Mathewson was born in Massachusetts. She’s known for her humor, quick wit and ability to write relatable characters. She currently has several paranormal and contemporary romance series published including the Neighbor from Hell series.

Growing up, R.L. Mathewson was a painfully shy bookworm. After high school she attended college, worked as a bellhop, fast food cook, and a museum worker until she decided to take an EMT course. Working as an EMT helped her get over her shyness as well as left her with some fond memories and some rather disturbing ones that from time to time show up in one of her books.

Today, R.L. Mathewson is the single mother of two children that keep her on her toes. She has a bit of a romance novel addiction as well as a major hot chocolate addiction and on a perfect day, she combines the two.

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Excerpt Reveal: Tangled in Trouble by Harloe Rae

    TANGLED IN TROUBLE BY HARLOE RAE

Release date: April 22nd

Genre/Tropes: Grumpy single dad to an adorable little girl / Feisty black cat turned reluctant nanny / Enemies to lovers / Forced proximity / Cowboy x biker / So much banter! / Age gap / He falls first / Found family / Suspense in a small town / Darkish moments but rom-com / Can be read as a standalone 

TANGLED IN TROUBLE by Harloe Rae is coming April 22nd!

Make sure to check out the excerpt and the art work being revealed today!! Don’t forget to preorder this steamy enemies to lovers, single dad, age gap, small town romance TODAY!

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But then a blur of motion launches at me. I don’t have time to react other than to brace for impact. Damn, I’m caught off-guard. That never happens. It allowed Bianca’s reinforcements to pummel me. She deserves more credit, but I won’t be the one to admit that. My body flexes into a weapon as I assess the situation. Except this attack feels… gentle? That can’t be right. A glance down steals the breath from my lungs. There’s a small child latched onto my legs. I think she’s hugging me. My eyes widen while I slowly lift my hands. Shit, am I surrendering? My heart is pounding too fast. It feels like I’ve been compromised. I’ve stared down the barrel of a gun more times than I care to count but never flinched. An unexpected hug from this little girl is what’s going to do me in. Instinct tells me to push her away, but that seems unnecessarily cruel. Even for me. My empty gut churns on a feast of nerves. I don’t know what to do. Another person arrives on the scene, but I can’t look away from this tiny human. She’s gazing at me with such adoration. It’s unsettling but pleasant. Warmth threatens to cradle my frozen heart. Her pretty face nuzzles my leather pants. “She’s a superhero, Daddy.” Daddy? Her father must be nearby. Why isn’t he detaching her from me? I’m a stranger, not to mention extremely dangerous. In my peripheral, I watch a very tall man look me over. “She’s something.” My breath sputters. What the fuck is happening? The little girl clings to me like we’re family. Or maybe she’s stuck. There’s a gooey residue on her cheeks and fingers. My upper lip curls. That’s going to leave a stain. Which must not be permanent enough damage for this small child. She blinks at me, revealing her genuine soul and intentions. “Will you be my mommy?” Something strange happens to my stomach. Almost like it flips over onto itself. I might be sick. She’s asking me to be her mommy? Is this a joke? But nobody is laughing. My heart pounds faster as I wait for someone else to react. Nothing happens other than her tiny arms proving to have mighty strength. Maybe I’m being tested. I definitely can’t hang around for another shot to be fired. With more care than I’ve ever given in my life, I pluck the kid off me. A squeak from my biker boots announces my retreat. My shoulders hike around my ears while I disappear into the cheerful crowd. Dammit, I’m never one to flee. Defeat tries to weigh me down as I rush toward my Harley. Forget the raise. The boss can find someone else to handle that level of dirty work.

  

Frankie The wrong side of the town is paradise compared to where I grew up. It’s all I’ve ever known, but that doesn’t make it home. When I’m given an unexpected out from that life, I don’t hesitate to take it. Except there’s a catch. Byron Benson needs a nanny. It’s almost comical that the grumpy single dad looks at me and sees someone trustworthy for the role. There’s not a maternal bone in my leather-clad body. But as it turns out, Byron isn’t in charge of the search. His little girl has big plans for me and her dad doesn’t need any convincing.

Byron I didn’t plan to raise my daughter on my own. Try as I might, even all the money in the world can’t replace a mother’s love. Francesca Keller appears like a shadow, disappearing much the same. The memory of her tangles us in trouble and I’m not sure how we’ll escape. Until one day she needs a place to stay. My little girl welcomes Frankie into our home with wide open arms. What the ex-con gets from me is a lot less friendly. Personalities clash. Loyalties are tested. But one thing remains constant. Frankie belongs at my side, fulfilling the needs we’re desperate to satisfy, and I’m not letting her go without a fight.  

  

Harloe Rae is a USA Today & Amazon Top 5 best-selling author. Her passion for writing and reading has taken on a whole new meaning. Each day is an unforgettable adventure.   She’s a Minnesota gal with a serious addiction to romance. There’s nothing quite like an epic happily ever after. When she’s not buried in the writing cave, Harloe can be found hanging with her hubby and kiddos. If the weather permits, she loves being lakeside or out in the country with her horses.   Broody heroes are Harloe’s favorite to write. Her romances are swoony and emotional with plenty of heat. All of her books are available on Amazon and Kindle Unlimited.

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Release Blitz: King of Mercy by Aleia Kane

 

King of Mercy by Aleia Kane is now live!

Freedom from my abusive ex-husband and mafia family came at a devastating price. I owed a debt to the New York mafia, and now they've come to collect--with interest.

 

I foolishly thought I could rebuild my life in Columbus away from the mafia world I was born into. Then Sebastian King crashed into my world--forty-five, devastatingly gorgeous, and more dangerous than any man I've ever known. He's a billionaire nightclub owner with ties to the mafia underworld, a tormented soul who treats me like I'm both his deepest craving and his worst nightmare.

 

We're enemies who can't keep our hands off each other. Sebastian publicly declares his hatred while he privately worships at my altar. Every encounter is a battle for dominance, a game of cat and mouse where I'm never sure if I'm predator or prey. He claims my body with possessive intensity while swearing I mean nothing. I match his cruelty word for word, hiding my heart behind sharp wit and designer scarves.

 

Then my past catches up with us both.

 

When my ex-husband reappears in Columbus, Sebastian's possessive nature explodes. Suddenly I'm living in his penthouse, under his protection, while he glares at anyone who dares look my way. When mafia forces trap us both, our worst nightmare becomes reality--a forced marriage ceremony with loaded guns instead of witnesses.

 

Now we're bound on paper, trapped in forced proximity, and Sebastian's cold indifference is crumbling. The morally gray man who swore he'd never care for anyone is on his knees, groveling for my forgiveness, vowing to earn my trust.

And I'm caught between desire and self-preservation.

 

His "touch-her-and-die" energy terrifies his enemies, but it's his vulnerability that terrifies me. He calls me his dark angel and promises forever, but how can I trust a man who already shattered my heart?

 

In this world of organized crime and deadly bargains, love might be the most dangerous game of all.

 

I thought escaping my gilded cage meant freedom. Then Sebastian King claimed me, body and soul, trapping me all over again.

 

Author's Note: This is Sebastian and Olivia's story. A forced marriage, age gap, enemies with benefits, cat and mouse, groveling, accidental pregnancy, tormented hero, touch her and die, survivor of domestic violence, forced proximity, emotional, angst-filled, dark mafia romance between a morally gray, possessive, mafia leader who uses charm and sharp words to protect his heart, and a strong, independent mafia princess who's determined maintain her freedom.

 

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Dark gritty mafia romance

Aleia Kane writes gritty, emotionally charged mafia romance with lots of spice, humor, drama, and big feels. Readers love her work for her engaging storytelling, relatable characters, steamy romance, and emotional depth. She has a soft spot for angst-filled, forbidden romances, second chances, and dominant, grumpy bad boys with sweet centers that are impossible not to love.

She lives in Florida, with her two kids, her cat, and a large collection of houseplants.

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