New Releases by Samantha Hunter

Berringer Bodyguards File #3 Name: Chance Berringer Trademarks: Chance by name…chance by nature! Biggest weakness: Adventure and beautiful women—especially when combined in one caliente cook! Danger is bodyguard Chance Berringer''s first, last and middle name. Protecting celebrity chef Ana Perez—a hot little firecracker with a mouth to match—for two weeks in Mexico is more vacation than job. Just keep his eyes on her, and his hands off. How hard can it be? Plenty hard. Ana doesn''t want a babysitter during the holidays. Even if Chance''s muscled hotness (complete with wicked grin) makes him a mouthwatering dish…. But when the heat starts sizzling in the bedroom—and beyond—will this hot tamale cause more trouble than Chance can handle?

Winning Moves by Lisa Renee Jones America''s hottest dance reality TV show is about to tour. All they need is a new choreographer to shake things up. Someone like dancer Kat Moore...who happens to be the ex–wife of the show''s star, Jason Alright! Jason will do anything to ensure Kat takes this job. Even if it means playing dirty. He let Kat walk away once but this time, he''s determined to keep her as close as possible – preferably naked in his bed! Yours For The Night by Samantha Hunter Bodyguard and widower Garrett Berringer isn''t thrilled about attending his friend''s wedding in San Francisco. The upside? Tiffany Walker – bridesmaid, and Garrett''s wicked wedding fling! But for Tiffany, the morning after turns into a nightmare when she learns that rare jewels have been stolen from her store. Fortunately, she has one super–sexy alibi...who turns into one interfering pain in the neck when she decides to track down the thieves herself.

The Berringer Bodyguards File #2 Name: Ely Berringer Trademarks: Clean-cut former marine who''s all muscle…and all hotness! Biggest weakness: This good boy likes a bad, bad girl…. Bodyguard Ely Berringer''s job was simple: find the missing woman. But there''s nothing simple about smokin''-hot tattoo artist Lydia Hamilton…or the fact that they once shared a wickedly sexy night together. And once he finds her in Montana, he realizes that one night with Lydia was definitely not enough! Lydia''s been trying to sort out the sale of her childhood home and ranch. But lately there''s been a rash of nasty incidents—break-ins, damaged property…just enough to convince Ely that he needs to stick around. And if that means some no-strings-attached naughty nights? Well, he''s all hers…even if it is only for the holidays!

Virtually perfect: "He''s one click of the mouse away. Raine Covington has found the perfect lover--online. When Jack''s sexy words fly across the computer screen, he can seduce her in a heartbeat. The hot, detailed images of them together feed her sexual fantasies. The best part? Raine doesn''t have to make a commitment or even cook dinner for Jack. No fuss, no muss. She can switch him off at any time. So why is she feeling unsatisfied? Jack''s ready for the next step--to meet in person. He wants to make it real with Raine. Their virtual relationship has left him in a constantly aroused state, hungry for a taste of her lips and the touch of her skin. He wants to make love--all night long--to the woman who''s captured his heart sight unseen. Except once Raine and Jack meet face-to-face, both are surprised at the outcome"--Publisher.

What happens when the lights go out on a hot, sultry summer night?

Mine Until Morning by Samantha Hunter Tessa Rose is intoxicating to bodyguard Jonas Berringer. But he thinks he has nothing to offer the boss''s daughter – especially not after a moment of lost focus costs Jonas his sight. But when Tessa and Jonas find themselves alone during a blackout, they discover endless temptations in the dark. Until morning, they''ll just have to trust their other, heightened senses to see them through... Kept In The Dark by Heather MacAllister Kaia Bennet is a burglar with some serious moves. But six years ago, those moves aroused the attention – along with other things – of dishy undercover cop Blake McCauley, who had Kaia arrested! Now she has a chance to clear her name and get even. But Kaia''s plan backfires when the power blacks out across the entire city and she finds herself trapped in a mansion with Blake. Now they''re alone in darkness...and temptation beckons. Just For The Night by Tawny Weber When blackouts happen, you must be prepared. After all, you could be stuck somewhere (like, in an empty store) with your sexy ex – who knows how to make the most out of a dark situation... So Larissa Zahn has created a checklist. Food, water, flashlight? Check! Someone you''re still attracted to? Check! Plenty of time in the dark? Check! The ability to walk away without regrets? Uh–oh!

Real Men Wear Plaid! by Rhonda Nelson (features 3 stories) The Wanderer – Ewan MacKinnon and Gemma meet on a hiking trek through Scotland and have wildly creative sex along the way. But at the trail''s end, will their journey be over too? The Warrior – Proud Cam MacKinnon is king of his castle. But he gives up all semblance of control when Summer shows up. One weekend of uninhibited sex should be plenty...shouldn''t it? The Wayfarer – Heart–stoppingly sexy Alec MacKinnon is honourable to a fault. But when Isla falls into his arms, what''s he to do? Mine Until Morning by Samantha Hunter Tessa Rose is intoxicating to bodyguard Jonas Berringer. But Jonas has nothing to offer Tessa, not after a moment of lost focus costs him his sight. Though when Tessa and Jonas find themselves alone during a blackout, they discover endless temptations in the dark. Until morning, they''ll just have to trust their other heightened senses to see...

U.S. Marshal Joanna Wyatt has to make her witness protection detail work even though the witness doesn''t know he''s being protected. Posing as a down-on-her-luck waitress at Ben Callahan''s Texas roadhouse, she''ll be able to keep a close eye on the man, which is no hardship. Falling into bed with the insanely sexy former navy SEAL with the rodeo swagger and whiskey-colored eyes is not the problem. The problem is he doesn''t believe he''s a target! Ben''s been in plenty of dicey situations before, so he''s not worried. What does worry him, however, is the sexy waitress he can''t seem to keep his hands off of. He knows it''s not the right time to get involved. Still, the heat between them is irresistible, inevitable. But as their guards go down, danger draws closer….

Tessa Rose is intoxicating to bodyguard Jonas Berringer. But not simply because she has an intimate knowledge of aphrodisiac scents. Nor is it because she''s forbidden fruit: a client, the boss''s daughter. Though both things help…. But Jonas thinks he has nothing to offer Tessa, not after a moment of lost focus costs Jonas his sight. But when Tessa and Jonas find themselves alone during a blackout, they discover endless temptations in the dark. Until morning, they''ll just have to trust their other, heightened senses to see them through….

From the time they were kids and neighbors, Reece Winston tugged Abby Harper''s pigtails and tormented her. But when Abby—now the sole owner of her parents'' vineyard—sees Reece Winston again after years apart, she''s unexpectedly struck by the need to play a much more adult kind of game…. Then a freak accident forces her to stay with Reece, and Abby decides that what she really wants for Christmas is Reece—perhaps wrapped with a red bow. But as Abby and Reece explore their naughty lists, they begin to realize that nothing is quite as easy as it seems!

It Must Have Been The Mistletoe (featuring 3 stories) When She was Naughty by Kate Hoffmann Researcher Alison Cole and Dr Drew Phillips are making beautifully naughty music together. Is it a temporary sizzling interlude...or can they play together for life? Cole for Christmas by Rhonda Nelson When Layla Cole and Bryant Bishop run into each other again, their passion melts the snow. It''s a brief yet scorching affair until Bryant realises that all he wants for Christmas is Layla every year! A Babe in Toyland by Tawny Weber Rita Mae Cole and Tyler Ramsey hail from feuding families. Be together? Impossible. But the incredible sex between them says otherwise... I’ll Be Yours for Christmas by Samantha Hunter From the time they were kids Reece Winston has tormented and teased Abby Harper. But when Abby sees Reece again after years apart, she’s unexpectedly struck by the need to play a much more adult kind of game... Abby decides that what she really wants for Christmas is Reece. But as Abby and Reece explore their naughty lists, they begin to realise that nothing is quite as easy as it seems!

Surprise Me... by Isabel Sharpe When Melanie Hawthorne sneaks into her new man''s bed one very dark night, she gets quite a few surprises. Great sex– toe–curling in fact. Intense emotion and real feelings– even better. But it''s all with the wrong man! Waking up alone, Edgar Raymond can''t believe the hot night he just had. Seduced by his fantasy woman and cubicle–mate Melaniehow cool is that? He''s totally in love– until he realises she mistook him for his bad boy brother! Make Your Move by Samantha Hunter Jodie Patterson''s posh bakery is all about satisfying cravings. Her signature aphrodisiac cookies have been flying off the shelves...and giving Jodie some delicious ideas of her own. Jodie''s business partner Dr Dan Ellison is the male equivalent of the Naughty Professor. Jodie is more than ready to indulge her fantasies with this wolf–in–geek''s–clothing as long as they set some ground rules: sex is sex, business is business and nothing will change. Yeah, right! After that first addictive kiss, it''s time to see if they can really satisfy each other''s appetites

Santa, Baby by Lisa Renee Jones When Caron Avery dresses up as Marilyn Monroe for a charity ball, she decides that for once in her life she''ll let her inhibitions go. Suddenly, Caron is living a night of fantasy with sexy millionaire Baxter Remington in hot pursuit. And what a night it is. Baxter can''t believe he''s fallen under the adorable blonde''s...er...brunette''s spell. But with the scandal going on in his life, he knows he should let her go before she gets caught up in it too. Then again - maybe one more night (or eight!) of mind-blowing passion will help them both forget! Christmas Male by Cara Summers Fiona Gallagher has never been into Christmas. Having grown up in a series of foster homes, she has no use for Santa...at least until she meets the hottie St. Nick delivers just in time for the holidays - Captain D. C. Campbell. Technically, they''re supposed to be working together to find a stolen diamond, one reported to have the power to bring lovers together. Well, they might not have the stone, but Fiona and D.C. aren''t having any trouble getting together - in every sexual position possible! Also includes a bonus novella - Caught By Surprise by Samantha Hunter

Hot Spell by Michelle Rowen Everybody knows there''s no love lost between paranormal investigators Amanda LaGrange and Jacob Caine. They can''t even stand being in the same room together Well, unless it''s an enchanted bedroom and they''re trapped there! And the sexual tension becomes too powerful to resist. Then that bedroom gets really hot, really fast! But come morning, they still can''t keep their hands off each other. Are they cursed forever? If so, neither one''s complaining. Caught In The Act by Samantha Hunter The sexy scarlet dress was ridiculously revealing. Still, food writer Gina Thomas needed a disguise for the costume party... just so she could sneak into divorce lawyer Mason Scott''s office and steal a few photos to save her sister''s hide. However, the costume seems to bring out the naughtier side of Gina. And Mason can''t keep his gorgeous eyes off her! But even as Gina submits to Mason''s exquisitely carnal attentions, practical Gina wonders how long before she''s caught red–handed?

Sarah Jessup is supposed to be taking some R & R. A former hacker, she''s now legit as a member of the crack HotWires team, investigating computer crime on Uncle Sam''s dime. Taking her first real vacation in years means leaving the laptop--and handcuffs--at home. Or so she thinks. After one too many run-ins with sexy Logan Sullivan at the beach, Sarah is ready to indulge in a fling. Until she accidentally discovers he''s a renegade cop on leave working a cold case--one involving an Internet sex scandal. Is Logan just using their relationship for cover? And how''s he going to react when Sarah pulls out her own police badge?

Sage Matthews''s fascination with hacking into computers andcreating bugs got her into deep trouble. Just ask special agent IanChandler, who handcuffed the fiery redhead—and has been monitoringher every sexy teasing move since. Ian has now formed his own crack crime-busting team—The HotWires.His first case? None other than Sage, fresh off probation, butseemingly up to her old tricks. Ian''s hot on her tail, but his plansbackfire one sultry steamy night.He tangles with Sage between the sheets—breaking every rule in hispersonal code of honor. And he''s about to break a few more as his gutinstinct tells him she''s been framed again—and only he can proveher innocence….

EJ Beaumont is one big flirt. Not exactly the best trait for a cop, but it''s an asset on his current undercover investigation for the HotWires team. He''s flirting big-time with sexy online psychic Charlotte Gerard, who''s reportedly running a lonely hearts scam. He is going to nail her cute butt but good! Charlotte can sense there''s something special about her newest client, Ethan Jared. All the cards point to the fact they will be passionate lovers--soon. But it''s the hints of danger troubling her most. And when she''s forced to run to him for protection, can she really trust him with her heart and her life?

Hard To Resist by Samantha Hunter Who says girls dont need eye candy? Bliss Magazine is proud to bring you 12 months of smokin hot guys! Heres our very own Texas Ranger, Jarod Wyatt. Those intense chocolate eyes and a backside that would make Michelangelo weep for an eternity. And no one is more smitten by our luscious lawman than the artist behind the camera lens, commercial photographer Lacey Graham. Like every woman with a past, shes trying to quit testosterone but Jarod seems to know exactly how to break her willpower one sizzling kiss at a time! The Soldier by Rhonda Nelson Adam McPherson, Army Ranger, is Uncle Sam''s man. Yet even his strict military discipline is fighting a losing battle against Winnie Templemans charms! A horrific roadside bomb sent Adam home injured and haunted. Feisty Winnie, however, has her own plan of attack. Her non-regulation method of sexual healing is guaranteed to get him back on his feet. But being flat on his back in Winnie''s bed might be the best remedy

Fast, Furious and Forbidden Alison Kent Trey is determined to get down and dirty with Cardin. However, he is one of her car-racing family’s bitter rivals. Could pretending to be her charming Southern fiancé win his old enemies round – and could he lose his heart into the bargain?

Rate is frustrated when he bears X-Rated monologue coming from next door, until he discovers he''s the star. Neighbour Joy is unaware of her sizzling sleep-talk, but Rate''s determined to give her the ultimate sensual Christmas gift! Karina is famous for her decadent aphrodisiac chocolate and when she shows up on Alex''s doorstep with a box of truffles, she''s sure that aft r one bite, he''ll be hers! And a mallon-hot man is the exactly the kind of Chlistmas treat Karina needs... By night shy Miranda transforms into Candy Cane, seasonal singer extraordinaire! When journalist Caleb is seduced by the sultry swing of Candy''s hips, Miranda loses herself in his arms. But can she reveal her true identity in time for Christmas?

The outfit was ridiculously revealing. Still, food writer Gina Thomas needed a disguise for the costume party…just so she could sneak into divorce lawyer Mason Scott''s office and steal a few photos to save her sister—the trouble magnet. However, the costume seems to bring out the naughtier side of Gina. And Mason can''t keep his gorgeous eyes—or his hands—off her! But even as the New-And-Way-Sexier Gina submits to Mason''s exquisitely carnal attentions, Practical Gina wonders how long before she''s caught red-handed….

Who says girls don''t need eye candy? Bliss Magazine is proud to bring you twelve months of smokin''-hot guys Our Sexiest American Heroes calendar will feature one heart-stopping hero after the next--including our very own Texas Ranger, Jarod Wyatt, with his intense chocolate eyes...and a backside that would make Michelangelo weep for an eternity. And no one is more smitten by our luscious lawman than the artist behind the camera lens, commercial photographer Lacey Graham. Like every woman with a past, she''s trying to quit testosterone--but Jarod seems to know exactly how to break her willpower...one sizzling kiss at a time

"The kayak trip was supposed to be a honeymoon. But when Nell and Joe Stevens are caught in a flash flood, Nell is swept under, trapped and loses consciousness. When she awakes, safe on shore, she finds a note from Joe, explaining that he has gone for help. He never returns. The search that follows raises more questions that it answers. About the family he never mentioned, who arrive in Nell''s sleepy hometown. The enormous inheritance. And worse, the question whispered by the locals: is Nell responsible?..."--p.[4] of cover.

Double lives, sexy secrets! Jennie Snow, aka former Mafia princess Maria Castone, lives a secret life. In exchange for her testimony, the witness protection programme gave her a new identity and a new job as part of crack computer team The Hot Wires. Green-eyed cop Nathan Reilly is young, arrogant and head-over-heels for Jennie. But his hot pursuit of her is sharply derailed when Internal Affairs orders him to make her the subject of a top secret investigation. Now it''s up to Nathan to uncover the truth but will what he finds be enough to suppress his powerful desire for Jennie?

The mercury''s soaring—and so are the body temperatures of three lucky couples: The Guy Diet by Thea Devine Disillusioned food columnist Lo Cavallero only wants her men "lite." But what will happen when dishy newsman Jed Costigan tries to convince her that he''s more than just a scrumptious morsel? Light My Fire by Debbi Rawlins Jordan Samms has a mountain to climb-led by supersexy wilderness guide Zach Wilde. Before long, they''re lighting each other''s fire every night. But will the flames stay smokin'' hot or blaze out of control! No Reservations by Samantha Hunter Edie Stevens is shocked when ?ttie property owner Joel Roberts appears at her vacation cottage because of a mix-up with the dates. Seems they''ll steer clear of one another…yeah, but how will they handle the sizzling chemistry?

Only a very wicked woman would stop for a hitchhiking cowboy. But Lauren Baker is no good girl--not anymore. Playing it safe never got her anywhere, except alone and broke. So when sexy Brett Wallace asks for a ride to a nearby hotel, she knows it''s time to get naughty. Betrayed by both his bride and best man, Brett''s bad day turns much better when a gorgeous stranger offers to warm his bed for the night. The mind-blowing sex makes The morning after, instead of a "thank-you, ma''am" from Brett, Lauren gets an invitation to his ranch...for as long as it''s mutually satisfying. And that''s a proposition no self- respecting bad girl could refuse....

Get out of my dreams, get into my bed "Oh, that''s so good...touch me right there...." The X-rated monologues coming from next door are keeping Rafe Moore up at night--all he really wants is some sleep. How''s he supposed to decompress from his EMT job when his sultry neighbor and her explicit fantasies have his blood pressure spiking? Tightly wound Joy Clarke can''t explain what''s brought on these sizzling "somniloquies"--about a complete stranger, no less. She''s already stressed, and there is no rest from her wicked, wicked thoughts. But when Rafe discovers that the object of all that steamy sleep-talk is him, he''s set to make her dreams come true. Problem is, in the light of day Joy doesn''t recall a thing

Superheroine Risa Remington once had the power to read thoughts and emotions with a stroke of her fingertips. Until a lab accident changed everything. Now Risa has to learn to live in the real world--virgin territory for a girl who''s never experienced life, love or sex. CIA agent Daniel MacAlister has orders to babysit gorgeous Risa. She can''t fall into the wrong hands--she knows too much. But when Risa falls into his bed one night--soft, warm and naked--he''s forced to go on alert. Because his mere sexual touch seems to have triggered her superpowers. And if she finds out what''s really on his mind, it''s game over. Literally.