Uncaged Summer by Colet Abedi

 

Title: Uncaged Summer

Author: Colet Abedi

Genre: Chick Lit/Romantic Comedy

Release Date: April 9, 2024

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“Best new book to read.”—New York Post

“... a wonderfully witty chronicle of awkward first dates, with Avalie slowly coming to understand what makes a relationship work, guided along the way by a supportive network of friends.... Abedi’s emotionally charged portrait of what it takes to heal from heartache resonates. It’s an uplifting ode to self-love.” —Publisher’s Weekly

Newly heartbroken, a woman embarks on a glamorized summer of couch surfing to rediscover herself and learns that though life may not go according to plan, there is magic in the unexpected.

Avalie Monfared has a theory about saying “I Do”—that the magic ends there. After thirteen years of magic-free marriage to her high school sweetheart, she’s discovered where it went: gambling and prostitutes.

Now, Ava is on a quest to rediscover herself—and men. Her soul-searching finds her living on a succession of friends’ and family’s couches, which happen to be in some of the most luxurious zip codes in and around Los Angeles. What follows is an unpredictable summer full of shamans, attack birds, awkward dates, sizzling flirtations, and unsolicited advice—especially from her traditional Persian family members, who are eager to see her remarried. With every laugh-out-loud adventure in each locale, Ava finds more solace and wisdom. And while it’s not how she planned to spend the last year of her thirties, Ava learns that there is power in letting go.

Uncaged Summer is a loosely based memoir about my couch-surfing summer with different friends after my divorce. Post Hill Press and Simon & Schuster distributing. Jenna Mattison, the screenwriter for two of Sophie Kinsella's novels (one is at Netflix), as well as the writer for a James Patterson series is attached to adapt. Giuliana Rancic, my best friend, is attached to producer and it's being packaged now.

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Colet Abedi is an Iranian American bestselling author, television and film producer and currently lives in Los Angeles. She writes contemporary romance, young adult and women's fiction.

Abedi was head writer and showrunner for the FOX-owned MyNetworkTV serials, American Heiress and Fashion House where she wrote and oversaw over 100 episodes of the telenovelas. She was the creator and executive producer of Unsealed: Alien Files and Unsealed: Conspiracy Files, which originally ran in syndication for four seasons with over 100 episodes and ran on Netflix, Discovery and the Fox stations as well as internationally.

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Head Over Heels by Andrew Grey

Title: Head Over Heels 

Author: Andrew Grey

Genre:  M/M Contemporary Romance

Release Date: April 16, 2024

Edition/Formats Available In: eBook & Print 

Blurb/Synopsis:

It took a family loss to draw artist Leddy Finster away from his retreat in the woods of rural Wisconsin back to the family home in Carlisle. Originally intending to help clean out his father’s condo and return to the peace and quiet his work requires, he doesn’t expect old feelings for his brother’s best friend to bloom again after all this time. Nor could he ever have expected his father’s obsession with shoes… lots of shoes.

Professional hockey player Johan Weiss spends his summers in Carlisle, where he grew up. As a favor, he agrees to help Leddy clean out his father’s condo and get it ready to be sold. Working together, they list the hundreds of pairs of shoes for sale, getting reacquainted while their mutual teenage crushes renew into full-on attraction that they each try to resist.

Johan’s life is busy between his home in Carlisle and his place in Philadelphia with the hockey team, while Leddy believes he needs quiet and solitude to work at his best. Their needs seem incompatible with each other, but Johan demonstrates that he’s able to make room for Leddy as well as provide inspiration Leddy never expected. All Leddy has to do is decide if home is the woods or where his heart is.

Dedicated to You by Andrew Grey

Title: Dedicated to You

Author: Andrew Grey

Genre: M/M Contemporary Romance/Holiday 

Romance

Release Date: Jan 9, 2024

Edition/Formats Available In: eBook & Print 

Blurb/Synopsis:

Dillon Fitzgerald is a famous singer. He’s also 

exhausted. Too many shows in a too busy schedule 

have left too little time for him to write or relax. He 

feels like the music is being strangled out of him. 

Some time is just what the doctor ordered, so when 

his friend offers him a week on a cruise, Dillon gets 

right on board. All he has to do is grow a little beard 

and hope no one recognizes him.

Financial advisor Tio Smythe-Barrett has been 

friends with Dillon forever. When the latest in a long string of girlfriends turns out to be 

a cheater, Tio offers her spot on what would have been a romantic vacation to Dillon 

instead. After all, why wouldn’t he want to spend a week with his best friend?

Emergency Kiss of Fire by Andrew Grey

 

Title: Emergency: Kiss of Fire

Author: Andrew Grey

Series: Carlisle Emergency Book 1

Genre:  M/M Contemporary Romance/Holiday Romance

Release Date: Dec 14, 2023

Edition/Formats Available In: eBook & Print 

Blurb/Synopsis:

The last person emergency responder Cade Elmhurst expects is to meet at an accident scene is his old high school crush. Cade always regretted keeping his feelings to himself. That Selby remembers Cade is a bigger surprise. He even seems to share Cade’s long-buried feelings and flirts with him on the ride to the hospital, but that may just be the concussion talking.

Selby Winston hasn’t had much luck in life. His conservative farm family turned their backs on him, and he’s been making his way alone ever since. Meeting Cade again is a spot of warmth in his otherwise cold life. He’s as nice as Selby remembers, even offering a ride home from the hospital and help dealing with his wrecked car. On top of that, the heat between them means Cade might return Selby’s long-simmering attraction.

Everything changes in an instant when Selby’s family home burns to the ground, leaving his father hospitalized and his four siblings in need of a place to live. Once again, Selby figures he’ll find himself standing alone, but to his surprise, Cade stands with him. Their budding relationship is going to have to withstand four younger kids in a small apartment, social workers with differing opinions, and his father’s closed-minded stubbornness to make the most of their second chance.

Secret Guncle by Andrew Grey

Title: Secret Guncle
Author: Andrew Grey
Genre: M/M Contemporary Romance/Holiday 
Romance
Release Date: Nov 16, 2023
Edition/Formats Available In: eBook & Print 
Blurb/Synopsis:

Veterinary student Dutton Glenroth isn’t on 
speaking terms with his sister, Mary, but he isn’t 
about to let his niece and nephew suffer because of 
it. He knows they have very little, so for the holidays, 
he makes up a basket of gifts for them and leaves it
outside their door.

But the kids are getting older, and this year Dutton 
finds it difficult to pick out their gifts. When he asks 
for help at Foster’s Toys, he runs into Randy Grant, 
his high school crush, who even volunteers to wrap and deliver the gifts with Dutton. 
Suddenly Dutton’s normally lonely holiday has a spark of Christmas cheer. Will this be 
the year he gets the holiday he’s always longed for?

Outside In by Andrew Grey

Title: Outside In 

Author: Andrew Grey

Genre:  M/M Contemporary Romance 

Release Date: Aug 15, 2023

Edition/Formats Available In: eBook & Print 

Blurb/Synopsis:

Years of relocating without putting down roots have left Daniel Houseworth filled with anxiety, as change piled on change. Finally buying a home, he wants a settled life, one he can count on. The tall, broad, and strong man across the street catches his eye. But to Daniel, Stanley is the epitome of intimidating—just what he doesn’t need, regardless of how scorching hot he may be.

Nonprofit economic development specialist Stanley Jackson knows he can be unapproachable, with his wide build, tattooed arms, close-cropped hair, and dark eyes. He’s noticed his intriguingly endearing new neighbor, Daniel, and the way he avoids him. But when Daniel brings home a lost kid goat, Stanley cautiously approaches him and offers help to find Delia a proper home.

Daniel quickly comes to care for his charge and does his best to put his anxiousness aside for her sake. As Daniel gets to know Stanley’s heart, the once intimidating qualities shift to intense attraction. But just as Daniel begins to let his guard down and trust that hunky Stanley could feel the same about him, Stanley is presented with a job offer that could stop their budding relationship in its tracks.

Through the Flames by Andrew Grey

 

Title: Through the Flames 
Author: Andrew Grey
Series: Carlisle Fire (Book 1)
Genre:  M/M Contemporary Romance/Law Enforcement 
Release Date: July 18, 2023
Edition/Formats Available In: eBook & Print 
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Kyle Wilson hasn’t had it easy. His insecurities and nasty home life made him lash out as a kid, and when he finally came out as gay, his family disowned him. Then, just when he’s pulled his life together and gotten his construction company running, he’s caught in a fire and forced to take costly time off.

When firefighter Hayden Walters rescues a man from a burning building, he’s just doing his job. He doesn’t expect it to turn his life upside-down, but the man is none other than Hayden’s high school bully.

He definitely doesn’t expect Kyle to come to the station to thank him in person.

With awkward apologies out of the way, Kyle and Hayden realize they have a lot in common. And when it turns out someone set the fire at Kyle’s construction site to target him, they find they can solve each other’s problems too: Hayden needs a place to stay while his apartment is renovated, and Kyle doesn’t want to be alone in case the firebug strikes again. Things between the two of them quickly heat up—but so does the arsonist’s agenda. Can they track down the would-be killer before it’s too late?

Hero In Waiting by Andrew Grey Blog Tour

Title: Hero In Waiting

Author: Andrew Grey

Series: Heroes Inc.

Genre: Gay Romance, M/M

Release Date: June 13 2023

Blurb/Synopsis:

Wells Barnaby is in danger and he doesn’t even know it. After leaving the Marines, he came to live with his sister and is helping to care for his niece. When a threat from his past rears up, it puts them all in danger… and brings the one who got away back into his life.

Miller Washington served with Wells, and the two men shared an attraction that neither of them acknowledged. When Miller learns that an old enemy is on the loose and that he may come after Wells, he makes a beeline to help. But he doesn’t expect repressed desire to blaze back to life.

Between renewed attraction and an enemy who will stop at nothing to get even, Wells and Miller must navigate the heat of passion too strong for either of them to contain while not letting their guard down, in order to protect Wells’s family and their second chance.

Fireman's Rescue by Andrew Grey

Title: Fireman’s Rescue

Author: Andrew Grey

Series: Heroes in Helmets #2

Genre:  M/M Contemporary Romance/Law Enforcement

Release Date: Mar 14, 2023

Edition/Formats Available In: eBook & Print

Blurb/Synopsis:

A Heroes in Helmets Novel

The last thing Dash Wheaton expects when his home goes up in flames is to catch his firefighter rescuer’s heart.

When computer security expert Dash wakes to his house on fire, he manages to escape, but realizes his dog, Taffy, is still inside. Heartbroken, he watches everything he has burn, worrying about Taffy, until a firefighter hero shows up with her, covered in soot. With his home gone and no place to go, Dash does his best to find shelter.

Firefighter Stone Jacobs lives for his job, and his life is ordered just the way he likes it. So when he finds Dash sleeping in a shed, he’s as surprised as anyone when he offers him a place to stay. But what he really doesn’t expect is the way Dash gets under his skin and into his heart.

When the fire is ruled as arson, suspicion falls on Dash, making it even harder for him to move forward. Thankfully, Stone believes in his innocence and helps Dash begin to rebuild his life and business. Time together leads to white-hot attraction and trust, but the truth behind the fire could separate them... permanently

 

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Andrew grew up in western Michigan with a father who loved to tell stories and a mother who loved to read them. Since then he has lived throughout the country and traveled throughout the world. He has a master’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and works in information systems for a large corporation.

Andrew’s hobbies include collecting antiques, gardening, and leaving his dirty dishes anywhere but in the sink (particularly when writing)  He considers himself blessed with an accepting family, fantastic friends, and the world’s most supportive and loving partner. Andrew currently lives in beautiful, historic Carlisle, Pennsylvania.

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The Resident's Choice by Andrew Grey

 

Title: The Resident's Choice 
Author: Andrew Grey
Series: Harbor Medical Center Book 2
Genre: M/M Contemporary Romance
Publisher: Self Published
Release Date: Feb 7 2023
Edition/Formats Available In: eBook & Print
Blurb/Synopsis:
Pediatric residency means long hours, constant pressure, and, occasionally, a patient and her father stealing your heart.

Second-year pediatric resident Marty Beyers loves his job and using all his skills to care for the children in the wards. He figures everything he’s seen in his position at Harbor Medical Center has made him ready for anything, but when he meets gorgeous Dennis and his daughter Stephie, he’s finally encountered something he isn't prepared for: losing his heart to a patient’s father.

Dennis gave up everything to raise his sister’s daughter after her death, especially after Stephie fell ill. He has a lot of high hopes, mostly that he’ll get answers to Stephie’s mysterious health issues, and in Marty he finds a doctor who listens, really seems to care, and, to top that, is someone he could seriously fall for.

But hospitals have rules about doctors and their patients. To make things worse, Stephie’s illness seems reluctant to reveal any answers to their questions. When her specialists can’t unravel the mystery, Marty refuses to give up, but his diligence triggers suspicions that could pull Marty and Dennis and their potential new family apart forever.

The Residents Dilemma by Andrew Grey

Title: The Resident's Dilemma
Author: Andrew Grey
Series: A Most Love Dogs Companion Novel
Genre: M/M Contemporary Romance
Publisher: Self Published
Release Date: Dec 6 2022
Edition/Formats Available In: eBook & Print
Blurb/Synopsis:
Dr. Rory Milner is just beginning to understand what it takes to
survive an ER residency. In his second year, he’s changed
programs to gain additional experience. But not only does he
need to manage the ins and outs of the ER, Rory also needs to
navigate around his brother, a charge nurse, who feels Rory
should toe his line, especially when it comes to Garth, one of the
ER nurses.
As a nurse in the ER, Garth West has pretty much seen it all. But a new resident captures his attention,
not only because he’s good-looking, but because Rory seems to care and really listens to the people who
come into the ER. He also respects Garth and the rest of the nursing staff.
As Rory and Garth work together, they realize that a series of incidents involving botched cosmetic
procedures may be related. Working together to uncover the source, they grow closer as attraction and trust grow into something deeper. Rory and Garth will need to stand together when what they find could end their careers and split them apart.

Rudolph The Rescued Jack Russell by Andrew Grey Release Tour

Title: Rudolph the Rescued Jack Russell  

Author: Andrew Grey

Series: A Most Love Dogs Companion Novel 

Genre:  M/M Contemporary Romance 

Publisher: Self Published 

Release Date: Dec 6 2022

Edition/Formats Available In: eBook & Print 

Blurb/Synopsis:

Alex goes to a dog rescue with one mission: overcome one of his fears. But he gets more than he bargained for when he unexpectedly bonds with a Jack Russell terrier named Rudolph and decides to take him home.

When shelter volunteer Luther offers to show Alex the ropes of dog ownership, their time together proves they have more in common than just Rudolph’s affection. But if they’re going to have a happy holiday, Alex needs to come to terms with his issues. Can Luther help him see that love really can be unconditional?

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Andrew grew up in western Michigan with a father who loved to tell stories and a mother who loved to read them. Since then he has lived throughout the country and traveled throughout the world. He has a master’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and works in information systems for a large corporation.Andrew’s hobbies include collecting antiques, gardening, and leaving his dirty dishes anywhere but in the sink (particularly when writing)  He considers himself blessed with an accepting family, fantastic friends, and the world’s most supportive and loving partner. Andrew currently lives in beautiful, historic Carlisle, Pennsylvania.

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Fire and Glass by Andrew Grey

Title: Fire and Glass

Author: Andrew Grey

Series: Carlisle Troopers (Book 2)

Genre: Gay Romance, LGBTQ, MM, Law Enforcement

Publisher: DreamSpinner Press

Release Date: Nov 1

Blurb/Synopsis

A Carlisle Troopers Novel

State Trooper Casey Bombaro works too hard to have time for a love life, never mind a family. But when a missing persons case leads him to three scared kids and eventually their uncle—an old friend from Casey’s college days—all that changes.

Bertie Riley hasn’t seen his troubled sister, Jen, or his niece and nephews in years. Now suddenly Jen is gone and Bertie is all the kids have. Worried sick about Jen and overwhelmed by his new responsibilities, Bertie doesn’t know how he’s going to cope. He doesn’t expect Casey to step in and lend a hand, but his attraction to his old friend doesn’t surprise him. Years may have passed, but those feelings have never gone away.

For the first time in his life, Casey wants something to come home to. Bertie and the kids fit into his life like they are meant to be there. He struggles to balance a budding romance and reassuring the kids with investigating a rash of robberies and tracking down Jen. But when evidence suggests Jen might not only be missing but complicit in a number of crimes, will Bertie and the kids forgive Casey for doing his job?