The Charm City Hearts Series by M.C. Vaughan

Nothing’s more important to twenty-five-year-old goth girl Zara Kissette than making her bones in the art world. When a fire destroys her paintings, she needs two things to fulfill the art gallery's contract for multiple masterpieces—a quick hit of cash for supplies, and a way to rekindle her creativity. Otherwise, she can kiss her career-making gallery spot good-bye... moreNothing’s more important to twenty-five-year-old goth girl Zara Kissette than making her bones in the art world. When a fire destroys her paintings, she needs two things to fulfill the art gallery's contract for multiple masterpieces—a quick hit of cash for supplies, and a way to rekindle her creativity. Otherwise, she can kiss her career-making gallery spot good-bye. So she reluctantly returns to a lucrative gig as a fantasy princess/face painter, where she meets a hot, divorced dad who could bring a spark to her life…or ruin everything. Brendan Stewart is doing all he can to keep the world a soft and stable place for his beloved little girl. While his ex breezes in and out of their daughter’s life, he’s determined be her rock. The last thing he needs is another relationship to balance with the rest of his life. That is, until a gorgeous princess shows up to paint faces at his daughter’s birthday party. Zara’s open heart and distracting curves tempt him to lower his defenses, despite having been burned before. Their romance is all cake and bubbles—and lots of steamy sex—until Zara betrays Brendan's trust for her shot at the gallery, and Brendan takes her career into his hands and, well, screws it up. If they can’t make peace with each other’s mistakes, they risk losing the one person who loves them for who they truly are. less

They broke each other’s hearts in high school. Could it be picture perfect the second time around? When Grier Cushman's parents push her out of their diamond-studded nest, the shutterbug socialite scrambles to land on her stilletoed feet. She could take the job her mogul mom dangles in front of her, but Grier’s stomach cramps just thinking about Mom’s micro managerial tendencies. Instead, she’ll focus on flipping her photography into a legit career... moreThey broke each other’s hearts in high school. Could it be picture perfect the second time around? When Grier Cushman's parents push her out of their diamond-studded nest, the shutterbug socialite scrambles to land on her stilletoed feet. She could take the job her mogul mom dangles in front of her, but Grier’s stomach cramps just thinking about Mom’s micro managerial tendencies. Instead, she’ll focus on flipping her photography into a legit career. Because there are two things Grier knows inside and out—her camera, and how to make everyone look flawless. After all, she learned to project perfect when her ex-high school crush shredded her heart eight years ago. Cocky investment banker Quint Kincaid is back in town. He thought he’d left this city behind forever, but fate dealt his family a bad break, and now he’s on a mission to earn buckets of cash for his father’s medical expenses. When he runs into the one person he misses from back in the day, all grown up and sexy as hell, it brings up all the old powerful feelings he’d hidden as a teenager. He wants more, even if he hasn’t quite gotten over how she’d ghosted him. Despite their hesitations, the two former friends agree to help each other out—Grier reintroduces him to the moneyed social circles in Baltimore, and Quint guides her through setting up her business. As they fall into old patterns and rediscover what drew them to each other in the first place, they confront the secrets that snuffed their teenaged romance before it could even begin. less

The one-night stand with her brother’s best friend in Vegas was supposed to stay in Vegas. Then he moved to her hometown…When free-spirited violinist, BROOKE BURAS, touches down in Las Vegas for her military brother’s shotgun wedding, the last thing she expected was temptation in the shape of her brother’s exceptionally hot best friend. This weekend was about supporting her brother, not about embracing her vices... moreThe one-night stand with her brother’s best friend in Vegas was supposed to stay in Vegas. Then he moved to her hometown…When free-spirited violinist, BROOKE BURAS, touches down in Las Vegas for her military brother’s shotgun wedding, the last thing she expected was temptation in the shape of her brother’s exceptionally hot best friend. This weekend was about supporting her brother, not about embracing her vices. Even if he’s the most perfect man she’s ever seen…The two things that matter most to intelligence analyst LUKE WARREN are brotherhood and security. Much as he hesitates to step away from his job, when his best friend asks him to be his best man, how can Luke say no? Seems like a simple enough gig. Then he encounters his buddy’s flirtatious little sister, and all bets are off.They get under each other’s skin in all the best ways. After the reception, wired on romance and a couple of shots, they hit the Strip. Casinos, cocktails, and a hilarious visit to an infamous Sin City chapels lead to a hot night in Brooke’s hotel room. After all, whatever happens in Vegas stays in Vegas, right?Weeks later, Luke’s government agency performs a routine background check and uncovers that he’s married. They need a divorce, quick. An accidental wife looks suspicious on Luke’s personnel file, and Brooke’s auditioning for a spot in a touring symphony. As they wait for their court date, they can't deny they're falling hard for their soon-to-be-exes. How will that work when Brooke is on the cusp of exploring the world, and Luke only wants Brooke to stay? less

Romance with a co-worker is a terrible idea…unless he was the star of your teenaged fantasies.As a teenager, MELINDA COLE underwent life-saving heart surgery. Ever since, the hyper-efficient stage manager has no patience for wasting time. She devotes herself to what matters most—her friends, her parents, and her job. Once upon a time, her boyfriend had a spot on that list. Then he broke up with her out of nowhere... moreRomance with a co-worker is a terrible idea…unless he was the star of your teenaged fantasies.As a teenager, MELINDA COLE underwent life-saving heart surgery. Ever since, the hyper-efficient stage manager has no patience for wasting time. She devotes herself to what matters most—her friends, her parents, and her job. Once upon a time, her boyfriend had a spot on that list. Then he broke up with her out of nowhere. So now? She's diving deep into her work at Baltimore's cutting-edge theater company, with an eye on becoming a director by next season.MAX CAMERON spent his teen years as the heartthrob star of the number one family sitcom in the U.S. But now, years after his wild child lifestyle ended, he'd be lucky to score a spot on bad reality television. To reinvigorate his career, Max and his cameraman buddy have cooked up an idea they hope will turn viral. At the height of his popularity, he’d visited his number one fan as part of the Grant-a-Wish program. Dropping in on her today would be ratings gold.Melinda has zero idea why Max Cameron, star of her teenage fantasies, has crashed her theater’s auditions. Or why he’s bearing flowers, a cameraman, and his trademark platinum smile. Before she can ask, the theater's producer sees a stunt casting opportunity. Her boss cuts her a deal—if Melinda convinces Max to take the lead and coaches him to a Bard-worthy performance, then a directorship is hers. Challenge accepted, but she must keep her crush on lock. No one would take her seriously again if she fell for the leading man. less