Someone Like You by @wendizwaduk #romance #contemporary #acceptance

Someone Like You by Wendi Zwaduk

Contemporary Romance

Novella

M/F, Toys, Anal Sex, Pegging

She’s the one he wants, he just doesn’t know it yet.

Arran Mayes-Confirmed bachelor. Loves a good bottle of wine, hearty conversation and men. Determined to open his own pizzeria, he’s not looking for love or a woman.

Then he sees her. Can a tomcat playboy settle down in the arms of a good woman?

Mindy Dawson-She’s not interested in relationships or dating after having been through the wringer more times than she can count. Attending college is for a BA…not an “MRS” degree.

Until she sees him. Is she woman enough to tame Arran’s ways? Or will their love affair burn out before it gets started?

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EXCERPT:

©WendiZwaduk, 2019, All Rights Reserved

“I believe in honesty, even when it hurts.”

“Then why hit on me?” She sat next to him, placing her backpack between them. “I’m a girl and you’re not into…females. Was it to try uncharted territory?”

“You’re beautiful.”

“Come on.” She rolled her eyes. “I know smoke when I feel it.”

“I’ve never been with a woman, yes. Never been turned on by a female. I’d never yearned to touch a girl’s soft skin or feel her kiss on my lips.” He braced his forearms on his knees. “And then I met you. Now, I want it all.”

She turned away, blocking her expression from his view.

“I want you, Mindy.”

“You’re one of a kind—you know that, right?”

He moved her backpack and closed the distance. “I’d like to think you’d care about me no matter how lame or goofy or sexy I happened to be.”

“Dork.”

Arran wrapped an arm around her shoulder and tugged her back against his chest. “I am what I am.” He rubbed his cheek on the silk of her hair. “Can we try for a date?”

“I shouldn’t.”

“I know.”

Mindy didn’t say anything for a pregnant moment. At least she remained in his arms. She took one of his hands in hers, examining it. “Okay.”

“Okay what?”

She tipped her head and a wicked smile graced her mouth. “Pick me up tonight at eight.”

Hells yes. “You got it, babe.”

Still the One by @wendiZwaduk #contemporary #bdsm #romance @totally_Bound

Still the One by Wendi Zwaduk

From the Switch Anthology

Totally Bound

Contemporary

Novella

M/F, BDSM, Spanking, Toys, Pegging, Anal Sex, D/s, Fem Dom

She’ll be his salvation if he’s willing to switch.

Being stressed out sucks, especially when you’re in charge of a team. Just ask Eric Trask. The pit crew of the Fifty-Four truck team depends on him. The stress of keeping things running smoothly is wearing Eric down. What’s a guy to do to get a little relief?

Janine Walters knows exactly what Eric’s up against. She’s the public relations face of the team. Pressure is all a part of the job. Her outlet for stress just happens to be wielding a crop.

Can Eric embrace her methods for stress relief or will her suggestion tear their fragile relationship apart?

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And now a hot excerpt:

©Wendi Zwaduk, 2014, All Rights Reserved

“Put the bags in the trunk.” She stood tall and slid the scarf from around her throat. “I need you to do something for me.”

“I liked the scarf where it was. Might want to use it on you later.” He slammed the trunk lid. “I can see the wheels turning in your head. What are you thinking?”

“Wrists.” Curt, brusque and to the point. “Now.”

Eric stared at her for a moment, his mouth opening and closing with no sound coming out. His gaze darted around, but he offered his hands.

“Good boy.” Her hunch had paid off. His inner submissive wanted to play, and had won out against his alpha needs. She wrapped the silk around his wrists. “You please me.”

“Janine, what are you doing? I wanted to do this to you, not me.” His voice dropped to a whisper. “I please you? Does that mean you think I’m sexy?”

She threaded her arms around his neck, rubbing her groin over his bound hands. “I,” she said between kisses, “am in control of what we do.” She feasted on his lips, licking his bottom lip and swiping her tongue over his teeth. The tastes of mint and cola exploded on her tongue. She ground against him, pleasuring herself against his thick fingers. “And I want to do you right here, right now, sexy man.”

Eric moaned and she backed away. Confusion burned in his eyes and colour filled his cheeks. Instead of giving him the lead, she reached forward and unzipped him. Red dusted his face and the tops of his ears.

“You’re not worried someone will see us?” he asked in a hushed tone.

“I’m not.” She pushed his jeans aside enough to stroke his cock through his boxer briefs. “They can’t see behind the car and, if you keep quiet, we won’t draw attention.” She worked his dick through the opening in his underwear and smeared her thumb through the pre-cum glistening on the tip of his cock. “Right now, you’re in my hands and my control. You will do what I ask of you.”

He stared at her, but didn’t tell her to stop.

“No coming until I tell you.” She nodded to the back seat. “Lie down.”

Eric glanced behind her, then got out of the way as she opened the door. He fixed his gaze on her and sat down on the edge of the upholstered seat.

Janine gave him a gentle push and eyeballed her work. “Very nice.” She inched the hem of her skirt high enough to give him a tantalising view of her panty-covered pussy. His mouth opened a fraction of an inch and his eyes glazed as she hooked her thumbs into the flimsy waistband of the undergarment.

“You like what you see?”

Simply the Best by @WendiZwaduk #contemporary #romance #hot #pegging

Simply the Best by Wendi Zwaduk

Scarred Hearts, #3

Publisher: Megan Slayer Publications

A chance meeting leading to a lasting love?

Sam Rhodes swore he had his life sorted out. He loves his job at the Gates Mills Police Department and his dating life—all the guys he wants as long as he keeps things quiet. But a chance meeting at the library has him rethinking everything he knows. Can this seasoned officer accept what he never knew he wanted, especially if the love of his life could be a woman?

Emma Haeferle’s plans for the day included shelving books at the Gates Mills library, hanging out with her friend and avoiding the leering glances from her boss. When she locks gazes with the handsome bald man across the second floor of the library, all bets are off. She longs to wrap herself in his muscle-bound arms, but can a chance encounter really be simply the best?

Anything is possible when you only accept the best.

Universal Link: https://books2read.com/u/476l8m

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EXCERPT:

©Wendi Zwaduk, 2016, All Rights Reserved

A blonde pushing a cart caught his attention. He only saw the back of her, but the view he got knocked him for a loop. Heart shaped ass, pale blonde hair grazing the middle of her back and the longest legs. She stopped at the main desk and spoke to one of the male workers, then added more books to the cart. When she turned, the breath wrenched from Sam’s chest. Green eyes and a smile guaranteed to melt his heart.

The woman rolled her eyes at the guy behind the counter and shook her head. Before he could make another move, she stomped away from him.

Good for her. Sam flattened the paper on the table. He’d keep an eye on her. Something about the man at the information desk rankled him. He glanced down at the paper every so often, but didn’t read a word on the page. She captivated him.

A thought occurred to him. Why the hell was he watching her when he could be talking to her? He refolded the newspaper and stood and returned it to the proper shelf. Courage wasn’t his issue, still, he shored himself up in case she told him to get lost.

“Excuse me? I’m looking for a book.” Shit. On what? “Serial killers.” Great way to win over a woman.

She smiled and inched the cart out of the way. “Those are over here in this aisle.” She waved her hand and led him to the proper area of the library. “Do you have any particular person in mind?”

“You,” he blurted. Christ. Talk about fucking smooth. “I mean…”

“You’re direct.”

“It happens.”

“I’ve heard a lot of come-ons here. But that one was a first.” She held out her hand. “I’m Emma. Any guy who is trying so hard not to sound silly and still ask me out deserves a chance. I go on break in fifteen minutes. Want to come along?”

“Yeah.”

“Cool. Now which serial killer did you want to look up?”

“Look, I’ll be honest. I didn’t want to look up any of them.” He bowed his head. “I wanted to talk to you. Now I have and I look like a creepy stalker. I’m sorry.” God. All the confidence he used while on the job went right out the window the moment he saw her.

“I like your honesty.”

“My name is Sam. How about after you get off work, we meet for coffee?”

Someone Like You by @WendiZwaduk #romance #hot #contemporary #pegging @totally_bound

Someone Like You by Wendi Zwaduk

Contemporary Romance

Novella

M/F, Toys, Anal Sex, Pegging

She’s the one he wants, he just doesn’t know it yet.

Arran Mayes-Confirmed bachelor. Loves a good bottle of wine, hearty conversation and men. Determined to open his own pizzeria, he’s not looking for love or a woman.

Then he sees her. Can a tomcat playboy settle down in the arms of a good woman?

Mindy Dawson-She’s not interested in relationships or dating after having been through the wringer more times than she can count. Attending college is for a BA…not an “MRS” degree.

Until she sees him. Is she woman enough to tame Arran’s ways? Or will their love affair burn out before it gets started?

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Simply the Best by @wendizwaduk #romance #erotic #pegging #erom #contenporary #meganslayer

Simply the Best by Wendi Zwaduk

Scarred Hearts, #3

Publisher: Megan Slayer

Product Description: 

A chance meeting leading to a lasting love?

Sam Rhodes swore he had his life sorted out. He loves his job at the Gates Mills Police Department and his dating life—all the guys he wants as long as he keeps things quiet. But a chance meeting at the library has him rethinking everything he knows. Can this seasoned officer accept what he never knew he wanted, especially if the love of his life could be a woman?

Emma Haeferle’s plans for the day included shelving books at the Gates Mills library, hanging out with her friend and avoiding the leering glances from her boss. When she locks gazes with the handsome bald man across the second floor of the library, all bets are off. She longs to wrap herself in his muscle-bound arms, but can a chance encounter really be simply the best?

Anything is possible when you only accept the best.

Universal Link: https://books2read.com/u/476l8m

iBooks – https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/id1102706997

Kobo –  https://store.kobobooks.com/en-us/ebook/simply-the-best-17

Amazon – http://www.amazon.com/dp/B01E1XMOR8

BN – http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/simply-the-best-wendi-zwaduk/1119733541?ean=2940153210186

EXCERPT:

©Wendi Zwaduk, 2016, All Rights Reserved

A blonde pushing a cart caught his attention. He only saw the back of her, but the view he got knocked him for a loop. Heart shaped ass, pale blonde hair grazing the middle of her back and the longest legs. She stopped at the main desk and spoke to one of the male workers, then added more books to the cart. When she turned, the breath wrenched from Sam’s chest. Green eyes and a smile guaranteed to melt his heart.

The woman rolled her eyes at the guy behind the counter and shook her head. Before he could make another move, she stomped away from him.

Good for her. Sam flattened the paper on the table. He’d keep an eye on her. Something about the man at the information desk rankled him. He glanced down at the paper every so often, but didn’t read a word on the page. She captivated him.

A thought occurred to him. Why the hell was he watching her when he could be talking to her? He refolded the newspaper and stood and returned it to the proper shelf. Courage wasn’t his issue, still, he shored himself up in case she told him to get lost.

“Excuse me? I’m looking for a book.” Shit. On what? “Serial killers.” Great way to win over a woman.

She smiled and inched the cart out of the way. “Those are over here in this aisle.” She waved her hand and led him to the proper area of the library. “Do you have any particular person in mind?”

“You,” he blurted. Christ. Talk about fucking smooth. “I mean…”

“You’re direct.”

“It happens.”

“I’ve heard a lot of come-ons here. But that one was a first.” She held out her hand. “I’m Emma. Any guy who is trying so hard not to sound silly and still ask me out deserves a chance. I go on break in fifteen minutes. Want to come along?”

“Yeah.”

“Cool. Now which serial killer did you want to look up?”

“Look, I’ll be honest. I didn’t want to look up any of them.” He bowed his head. “I wanted to talk to you. Now I have and I look like a creepy stalker. I’m sorry.” God. All the confidence he used while on the job went right out the window the moment he saw her.

“I like your honesty.”

“My name is Sam. How about after you get off work, we meet for coffee?”

Simply the Best by @wendizwaduk #romance #contemporary #scarredhearts #mf #erotic #erom #pegging

Simply the Best by Wendi Zwaduk

Scarred Hearts, #3

Publisher: Megan Slayer

Product Description: 

A chance meeting leading to a lasting love?

Sam Rhodes swore he had his life sorted out. He loves his job at the Gates Mills Police Department and his dating life—all the guys he wants as long as he keeps things quiet. But a chance meeting at the library has him rethinking everything he knows. Can this seasoned officer accept what he never knew he wanted, especially if the love of his life could be a woman?

Emma Haeferle’s plans for the day included shelving books at the Gates Mills library, hanging out with her friend and avoiding the leering glances from her boss. When she locks gazes with the handsome bald man across the second floor of the library, all bets are off. She longs to wrap herself in his muscle-bound arms, but can a chance encounter really be simply the best?

Anything is possible when you only accept the best.

 

Universal Link: https://books2read.com/u/476l8m

iBooks – https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/id1102706997

Kobo –  https://store.kobobooks.com/en-us/ebook/simply-the-best-17

Amazon – http://www.amazon.com/dp/B01E1XMOR8

BN – http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/simply-the-best-wendi-zwaduk/1119733541?ean=2940153210186

 

EXCERPT:

©Wendi Zwaduk, 2016, All Rights Reserved

A blonde pushing a cart caught his attention. He only saw the back of her, but the view he got knocked him for a loop. Heart shaped ass, pale blonde hair grazing the middle of her back and the longest legs. She stopped at the main desk and spoke to one of the male workers, then added more books to the cart. When she turned, the breath wrenched from Sam’s chest. Green eyes and a smile guaranteed to melt his heart.

The woman rolled her eyes at the guy behind the counter and shook her head. Before he could make another move, she stomped away from him.

Good for her. Sam flattened the paper on the table. He’d keep an eye on her. Something about the man at the information desk rankled him. He glanced down at the paper every so often, but didn’t read a word on the page. She captivated him.

A thought occurred to him. Why the hell was he watching her when he could be talking to her? He refolded the newspaper and stood and returned it to the proper shelf. Courage wasn’t his issue, still, he shored himself up in case she told him to get lost.

“Excuse me? I’m looking for a book.” Shit. On what? “Serial killers.” Great way to win over a woman.

She smiled and inched the cart out of the way. “Those are over here in this aisle.” She waved her hand and led him to the proper area of the library. “Do you have any particular person in mind?”

“You,” he blurted. Christ. Talk about fucking smooth. “I mean…”

“You’re direct.”

“It happens.”

“I’ve heard a lot of come-ons here. But that one was a first.” She held out her hand. “I’m Emma. Any guy who is trying so hard not to sound silly and still ask me out deserves a chance. I go on break in fifteen minutes. Want to come along?”

“Yeah.”

“Cool. Now which serial killer did you want to look up?”

“Look, I’ll be honest. I didn’t want to look up any of them.” He bowed his head. “I wanted to talk to you. Now I have and I look like a creepy stalker. I’m sorry.” God. All the confidence he used while on the job went right out the window the moment he saw her.

“I like your honesty.”

“My name is Sam. How about after you get off work, we meet for coffee?”

 

Someone Like You by @wendizwaduk #romance #contemporary #erotic #pegging #wendizwaduk

Someone Like You by Wendi Zwaduk

Contemporary Romance

Novella

M/F, Toys, Anal Sex, Pegging

 

She’s the one he wants, he just doesn’t know it yet.

Arran Mayes-Confirmed bachelor. Loves a good bottle of wine, hearty conversation and men. Determined to open his own pizzeria, he’s not looking for love or a woman.

Then he sees her. Can a tomcat playboy settle down in the arms of a good woman?

Mindy Dawson-She’s not interested in relationships or dating after having been through the wringer more times than she can count. Attending college is for a BA…not an “MRS” degree.

Until she sees him. Is she woman enough to tame Arran’s ways? Or will their love affair burn out before it gets started?

 

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#evernighties Thursday Blog Challenge 1/10/19 @meganslayer #evernightpub #paranormal #romance #kindle

This week the blog topic is my earliest memory. Join me and the other #evernighties on this blog hop!

My earliest memory has to be when I was around four years old and my great grandmother passed away. I don’t remember her passing, but I do remember playing in her furniture which was left out on the front lawn. Now, slow up. Her furniture wasn’t on the front lawn for no reason. My grandmother and great aunt had decided to have an auction of her things. Her furniture was placed on the front lawn for the auction. I remember picking a ton of dandelions, which might have only been a small bouquet, but when you’re four, things seem bigger, and walking through the furniture. I made a maze out of the couch and chair situation. There’s a photo of me with my brother and great aunt out on the lawn on the sofa. It’s a weird memory and will probably make it into a book one day.

What about you? What’s your earliest memory? Share!

And since you’re here, why not check out my Evernight novella, Soft Clay!

Soft Clay by Megan Slayer

book 4 in the Celestial Mates series

#paranormal #romance #kindle

Celestial Mates, 4

Two souls trapped—can they find freedom in each other’s arms?

Nike, the goddess of speed, can’t move. She’s the goddess of strength and she can’t shatter her curse. The goddess of victory has lost her weapons—her shield and spear. She put her faith in a human, only to be cursed. Can another human be the key to her salvation and freedom from the clay?

Charlie needs someone who can understand him. A person to cherish him. Male or female, he doesn’t care. He’s intrigued by Nike’s statue. Call him infatuated. But she’s a statue and they don’t come to life from true love’s kiss, do they?

https://www.evernightpublishing.com/soft-clay-by-megan-slayer/

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HZ4RKFC/

https://books2read.com/u/mvKVO2

 

Simply the Best by @WendiZwaduk #contemporary #romance #erotic #mf

Simply the Best

Scarred Hearts, #3

by Wendi Zwaduk

Publisher: Megan Slayer

Product Description: 

A chance meeting leading to a lasting love?

Sam Rhodes swore he had his life sorted out. He loves his job at the Gates Mills Police Department and his dating life—all the guys he wants as long as he keeps things quiet. But a chance meeting at the library has him rethinking everything he knows. Can this seasoned officer accept what he never knew he wanted, especially if the love of his life could be a woman?

Emma Haeferle’s plans for the day included shelving books at the Gates Mills library, hanging out with her friend and avoiding the leering glances from her boss. When she locks gazes with the handsome bald man across the second floor of the library, all bets are off. She longs to wrap herself in his muscle-bound arms, but can a chance encounter really be simply the best?

Anything is possible when you only accept the best.

 

Universal Link: https://books2read.com/u/476l8m

iBooks – https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/id1102706997

Kobo –  https://store.kobobooks.com/en-us/ebook/simply-the-best-17

Amazon – http://www.amazon.com/dp/B01E1XMOR8

BN – http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/simply-the-best-wendi-zwaduk/1119733541?ean=2940153210186

 

EXCERPT:

©Wendi Zwaduk, 2016, All Rights Reserved

A blonde pushing a cart caught his attention. He only saw the back of her, but the view he got knocked him for a loop. Heart shaped ass, pale blonde hair grazing the middle of her back and the longest legs. She stopped at the main desk and spoke to one of the male workers, then added more books to the cart. When she turned, the breath wrenched from Sam’s chest. Green eyes and a smile guaranteed to melt his heart.

The woman rolled her eyes at the guy behind the counter and shook her head. Before he could make another move, she stomped away from him.

Good for her. Sam flattened the paper on the table. He’d keep an eye on her. Something about the man at the information desk rankled him. He glanced down at the paper every so often, but didn’t read a word on the page. She captivated him.

A thought occurred to him. Why the hell was he watching her when he could be talking to her? He refolded the newspaper and stood and returned it to the proper shelf. Courage wasn’t his issue, still, he shored himself up in case she told him to get lost.

“Excuse me? I’m looking for a book.” Shit. On what? “Serial killers.” Great way to win over a woman.

She smiled and inched the cart out of the way. “Those are over here in this aisle.” She waved her hand and led him to the proper area of the library. “Do you have any particular person in mind?”

“You,” he blurted. Christ. Talk about fucking smooth. “I mean…”

“You’re direct.”

“It happens.”

“I’ve heard a lot of come-ons here. But that one was a first.” She held out her hand. “I’m Emma. Any guy who is trying so hard not to sound silly and still ask me out deserves a chance. I go on break in fifteen minutes. Want to come along?”

“Yeah.”

“Cool. Now which serial killer did you want to look up?”

“Look, I’ll be honest. I didn’t want to look up any of them.” He bowed his head. “I wanted to talk to you. Now I have and I look like a creepy stalker. I’m sorry.” God. All the confidence he used while on the job went right out the window the moment he saw her.

“I like your honesty.”

“My name is Sam. How about after you get off work, we meet for coffee?”

 

Saturday Night Special by @wendizwaduk #bdsm #contemporary #romance #shortstory

Saturday Night Special

Scarred Hearts, #2

by Wendi Zwaduk

Publisher: Megan Slayer

Product Description: 

She makes his motor run.

Blaine Haeferle drives fast and lives on the edge. He’s not afraid to risk it all for the win—unless his heart is in the mix. He loved once, but things ended in disaster. Can he accept the woman who holds his heart, despite all their jagged past?

Mallory Sweet never intended to leave Blaine without a word. But one night changed everything for her. Instead of facing her past, she ran. Is coming to terms with her past the key to winning the love of her life back?

Anything can happen on a Saturday night under the lights.

 

Amazon – https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01E2LP98U/

iBooks – https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/id1102706138

Kobo – https://store.kobobooks.com/en-us/ebook/saturday-night-special-9

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Universal Link: https://books2read.com/u/m2pZRb

 

©Wendi Zwaduk, 2016, All Rights Reserved

Mallory stilled his hand. “I saw you race. You did well.”

Her touch sparked the feelings he’d long since buried. So much for getting over her. “I had motivation.” Her picture in his pocket and the memories of her on his heart.

Her cheeks paled and her eyes widened. “Motivation?” Her brows knotted. “I see.” She straightened her blouse. “Well, good luck tonight.”

Blaine took a step back. Something happened between them, but fuck if he understood what. “Don’t tell me you came here for small talk. You hate making conversation for the sake of wasting time. What’s going on?” He touched her cheek. “You aren’t even smiling. What’s wrong?”

Her shoulders sagged and a tear slipped down her cheek. The old feelings rushed back into his heart. The longing, the need, wanting to fuck her until she screamed–God, he had it bad for her. He gathered her into his arms and stroked her hair. “Tell me who hurt you. I’ll make it right.”

Mallory stared up at him. “No one hurt me.” She wiped her face with the back of her hand, smearing her mascara. Instead of scrambling for a tissue to fix the damage, she continued staring at him. “I had a plan when I came here. And now it’s all fucked up. I lost my nerve.”

“Oh?” He brushed a lock of her hair off her forehead. “Why is that? What was your plan?”

“This.” She threaded her arms around his neck and bounced on her toes to meet him for a kiss.

The blood rushed from his brain to his groin. He closed his eyes. She still tasted like honey and lemon. He swept his tongue over her lips and moaned when she gave him passage. He tangled his tongue with hers and held her tight to his chest. So soft and strong in his arms. Her light whimpers and the scratch of her nails on his back added to his pleasure. He drifted away, lost in the kiss, drunk on her and in total bliss. If he had more time, he’d throw her over his shoulder and take her into the camper bay of the hauler to have his way with her.

“Thought I’d find you here.”

Blaine opened his eyes. Mallory hadn’t broken the kiss. She mirrored his surprise. She slipped away from him and swiped her tongue across her bottom lip. Blaine held onto her and turned his attention to the interloper.

Well, shit.