Blue Collar Daddies in the City Series by Aria Grace

Harris didn't want to spend fourteen hours on the road during a storm, but when he hears about a dog in need of a home a few states away, he makes the trek. Not long after his journey home, he passes a bus stop with a person who doesn't even look alive.When Jesse snuck out of the trailer in the dead of night, he didn't have a plan. He just needed to get away. And after an hour of walking, he realizes how stupid he was to leave on foot... moreHarris didn't want to spend fourteen hours on the road during a storm, but when he hears about a dog in need of a home a few states away, he makes the trek. Not long after his journey home, he passes a bus stop with a person who doesn't even look alive.When Jesse snuck out of the trailer in the dead of night, he didn't have a plan. He just needed to get away. And after an hour of walking, he realizes how stupid he was to leave on foot. Just because he wasn't going to die at the hands of his ex tonight doesn't mean he won't freeze to death on his way out. Curled up in the corner of a bus stop, he closes his eyes and waits for peace to finally find him.But when a strong man picks him up and puts him inside a warm pickup truck, he has to wonder if maybe an angel found him after all. And good ol' vigilante justice is the only thing that makes Jesse feel safe. Well, that and the man he aches to call Daddy.This Daddy/boy romance is sweet and sexy with some dark moments and a happy ever after. less

Jason loves walking dogs, but he has plans to do something big with his life. Not big like change the world kind of big. But big enough to change at least a few lives. So when he sees a small pet supply store is going out of business, he gets an idea. Maybe he could set up his grooming and boarding business there. If he can find a friend to partner with, it just might be possible... moreJason loves walking dogs, but he has plans to do something big with his life. Not big like change the world kind of big. But big enough to change at least a few lives. So when he sees a small pet supply store is going out of business, he gets an idea. Maybe he could set up his grooming and boarding business there. If he can find a friend to partner with, it just might be possible.Tony owns a small clinic downtown that caters to professionals in need of a flu shot or the uninsured who have no other options. Not a lot of in-between cases. So when a cute boy in his early twenties walks in with a cut that he'd been ignoring for too long, he's excited for the change. This kid has a smart mouth and a sassy attitude, but Tony can tell that he just needs a Daddy to give him some boundaries while keeping him in check.The attraction is instant but the willingness to accept what is right in front of them takes a bit longer.This Daddy/boy romance is sweet and sexy with some dark moments and a happy ever after. less

Brody was back with his high school sweetheart, Geo, and he believed that this time would be different. But Geo isn't a one-man guy, and he made Brody feel ashamed of the side of himself that never fully grew up. Even though Brody wants to act Little sometimes, he knows Geo isn't going to ever be a good Daddy for him. But when Geo takes off, leaving him alone again, he begins to believe the lies he's heard about being a sick freak who will never be loved... moreBrody was back with his high school sweetheart, Geo, and he believed that this time would be different. But Geo isn't a one-man guy, and he made Brody feel ashamed of the side of himself that never fully grew up. Even though Brody wants to act Little sometimes, he knows Geo isn't going to ever be a good Daddy for him. But when Geo takes off, leaving him alone again, he begins to believe the lies he's heard about being a sick freak who will never be loved. To numb the hurt and humiliation, he turns to alcohol. It's the only way to survive each day.Aaron runs a junk removal service and salvage store, helping people clear out attics or get rid of stuff prior to moving. When he runs into Jesse, he offers to take some junk off his hands that he’s getting rid of for a friend going through a hard time.The stuff can all be sold or donated to the local shelter, all of it except a few “personal” items that probably didn’t mean to get batched in with the rest. When Aaron tries to return the valuables, he finds a broken boy who just needs some love and attention.And that’s exactly what Aaron is capable of offering. less

Billy never had much self-confidence. Things weren't great growing up in his household, but when his mom died, his dad became even worse. And there was nothing he could do to make his dad like him. When he was at college, it was easier to ignore his dad's drinking and harassment. But when Billy comes home after graduating culinary school, all those old wounds are opened up again. Not only does he have Little tendencies, but they're hiding under extra pounds that make him feel wholly unlovable... moreBilly never had much self-confidence. Things weren't great growing up in his household, but when his mom died, his dad became even worse. And there was nothing he could do to make his dad like him. When he was at college, it was easier to ignore his dad's drinking and harassment. But when Billy comes home after graduating culinary school, all those old wounds are opened up again. Not only does he have Little tendencies, but they're hiding under extra pounds that make him feel wholly unlovable.When Axel gets hired to build an apartment in the building his doggy daycare is located in, he's excited for the job. But he also has an ulterior motive. The cute new guy is so sweet and looks so cuddly...and like he really needs a good Daddy.The fact that Billy is really just a Little who's looking for a Daddy becomes evident when an embarrassing situation makes both of their true selves spark to life.Loved Like a Little is a light age-play mm romance with a sweet guy who has zero experience with being loved and a Daddy who just needs a boy to take care of. less

Max embraced his ADHD with his whole heart. He loved moving fast and getting stuff done at triple the speed of people around him. But that fast pace made it hard to make friends and meet people in the kink community he was trying to explore.James rarely visited Prowl during the week, but he’d gotten talked into being backup security during a Daddy auction night, so he left work early and got himself presentable... moreMax embraced his ADHD with his whole heart. He loved moving fast and getting stuff done at triple the speed of people around him. But that fast pace made it hard to make friends and meet people in the kink community he was trying to explore.James rarely visited Prowl during the week, but he’d gotten talked into being backup security during a Daddy auction night, so he left work early and got himself presentable. He wasn’t actively looking for a boy, but it didn’t hurt to look nice in case there was anyone who caught his eye.Max agreed to meet up with a few online friends at Prowl for their Daddy auction night. He wasn’t going bid on anyone, but it was nice to meet people in real life now and then.When James sees Max flitting around, looking lost and anxious at the same time, his natural instinct to step in is triggered. But the boy disappears and it isn’t until James meets his new mechanic that he realizes he probably should have followed that instinct sooner. less

Cayson enjoys running his family’s pizzeria and carrying on the legacy his great-grandfather started so many years ago. But it consumes his whole life. He opens and closes seven days a week, never taking a moment to himself, making it impossible to meet someone to share his life with.Roy has been working long hours, trying to stay busy after feeling some envy over the great relationship James had recently started... moreCayson enjoys running his family’s pizzeria and carrying on the legacy his great-grandfather started so many years ago. But it consumes his whole life. He opens and closes seven days a week, never taking a moment to himself, making it impossible to meet someone to share his life with.Roy has been working long hours, trying to stay busy after feeling some envy over the great relationship James had recently started. Roy wants them to have as much time together as possible during the honeymoon period and likes the distraction of work to keep him from feeling the loneliness that has been getting heavier and heavier with each passing year of solitude.Brayden has been relying on a glass of bourbon to get to sleep every night, so when he realizes he's out, he runs out to the store to pick up a bottle. A quick trip won't hurt anyone.But when an amateur thief walks into that store with an unloaded gun and tries to rob the merchant and the three patrons inside, all three of the men's lives are changed forever.Would You Hold It Against Me is the sixth book in the Blue Collar Daddies in the City series about the tough and tender Daddies looking for love and the sweet boys who help them find it. less

Brayden had been too young for his woodshop teacher back in high school. But he’s all grown up now, and the sexy Daddy is exactly who he’s been waiting for… He just needs to find the courage to actually speak to him if he ever wants a chance at happiness.Brayden was nervous to try dating again after a bad incident in a bar with his friends. He didn’t want to go out and risk running into one of the men who tried to hurt him—or someone even worse... moreBrayden had been too young for his woodshop teacher back in high school. But he’s all grown up now, and the sexy Daddy is exactly who he’s been waiting for… He just needs to find the courage to actually speak to him if he ever wants a chance at happiness.Brayden was nervous to try dating again after a bad incident in a bar with his friends. He didn’t want to go out and risk running into one of the men who tried to hurt him—or someone even worse. So he worked at the shop, played by himself at home, and did his best to not feel envious of the amazing relationship his friend Max had with his new Daddy. It was a lonely life, but it was safe.Ethan thought he saw a ghost when the boy from his past—the boy who was now a man—walked around the hood of his car and handed him his keys after a tune-up. He hadn’t let himself think of Brayden Baxter since the boy graduated six years ago. But now, that boy was all he could think about.And when the nightly hang-ups started to happen, Ethan had a pretty good idea who was responsible for them. He just needed the boy to make the first move so he could finally pursue the heat that sparked between them. less

Augie likes what he likes, but trying to explain himself to others almost never goes the way he plans... Augie has been slow to start dating since his attack last year. He’s physically healed but still nervous about trusting new men. When Ethan, his friend’s Daddy, introduces him to a chef friend, Augie is smitten. The only problem is that chefs like to cook, and Augie is a picky eater. Like, can’t trust anyone to cook for him because it’s never right.So he tries to hide his true feelings... moreAugie likes what he likes, but trying to explain himself to others almost never goes the way he plans... Augie has been slow to start dating since his attack last year. He’s physically healed but still nervous about trusting new men. When Ethan, his friend’s Daddy, introduces him to a chef friend, Augie is smitten. The only problem is that chefs like to cook, and Augie is a picky eater. Like, can’t trust anyone to cook for him because it’s never right.So he tries to hide his true feelings.Dex is intrigued by the sweet boy Ethan introduced him to, but he gets the feeling there’s so much he doesn’t yet know. Other than the fact that Ethan likes to have Little playdates with Ethan’s boy and a few other friends, he isn’t sure how much of what Augie shares is true or half-truths.But he has every intention of finding out.Daddy’s Picky Eater is the eighth book in the Blue Collar Daddies in the City series about tough and tender Daddies looking for love and the sweet boys who help them find it. Inspired by the author’s own struggle with accepting food without a full ingredient list, you’ll find DDLB, ABDL, age play, and a happy ever after. less