Nashville Spicy Series by Casey Morales, Carlie Slattery

A woman is missing. The clock is ticking. There's no time to lose when a life hangs in the balance. Miguel. We found her car. I'm good at finding things, mostly clues and criminals. I’m not used to finding things when I don’t look for them. Then I met Sam. What was I looking for again? Sam. I grew up on a ranch. It was easy to win over furry friends as long as I had food in my hand. When I moved to Nashville, I leaned men are a totally different animal. I’m good in the sack . . moreA woman is missing. The clock is ticking. There's no time to lose when a life hangs in the balance. Miguel. We found her car. I'm good at finding things, mostly clues and criminals. I’m not used to finding things when I don’t look for them. Then I met Sam. What was I looking for again? Sam. I grew up on a ranch. It was easy to win over furry friends as long as I had food in my hand. When I moved to Nashville, I leaned men are a totally different animal. I’m good in the sack . . . or up against a wall . . . or on the kitchen table,. But dating is exhausting. When a cop in a tight uniform drove onto my lot, everything changed. Wrenched is a classic MM Romance wrapped in a whodunit thriller, a tale of self-discovery, overcoming the past, and two men learning what—and who—they truly want. This story includes scenes where one character grapples with PTSD, while another discovers how best to support him. less

I Hear You follows the journey of Tyler, a devil-may-care mechanic who loves his job, his friends, and his faithful dog. The thought of settling down is the last thing on his mind. That all changes when he meets Gabe, an intriguing deaf man who challenges him in ways he never imagined. As Tyler starts to fall for Gabe, he realizes his carefree lifestyle may be holding him back from true happiness... moreI Hear You follows the journey of Tyler, a devil-may-care mechanic who loves his job, his friends, and his faithful dog. The thought of settling down is the last thing on his mind. That all changes when he meets Gabe, an intriguing deaf man who challenges him in ways he never imagined. As Tyler starts to fall for Gabe, he realizes his carefree lifestyle may be holding him back from true happiness. Will he be able to overcome his past and embrace love, or will his desire for freedom prove too powerful? This heartwarming and steamy story of love, self-discovery, and second chances is a must-read for mm romance fans. Curl up with Tyler and Gabe today. less

When you swing for the fences, you risk it all . . . Nate The game is all that matters. It's all that's ever mattered. I've dreamed of wearing a big-league jersey since the first day I grasped a baseball. Now I'm so close. Playing in the minors has been a blast, but I know I'm ready. Then Cooper appeared in the tunnel one night after a game. He's unlike anyone I've ever met - all wild hair and dimples, with a passion for numbers and a heart of gold... moreWhen you swing for the fences, you risk it all . . . Nate The game is all that matters. It's all that's ever mattered. I've dreamed of wearing a big-league jersey since the first day I grasped a baseball. Now I'm so close. Playing in the minors has been a blast, but I know I'm ready. Then Cooper appeared in the tunnel one night after a game. He's unlike anyone I've ever met - all wild hair and dimples, with a passion for numbers and a heart of gold. Being around him makes me forget all my worries, even when a batting slump threatens everything. Cooper People can be weird. Sometimes they say one thing that means something important, but they don't tell me that it's important because they want me to figure it out for myself otherwise it won't be a lesson learned or something stupid. Other times, they say the exact same thing using the exact same words but don't mean what they meant before and expect me to understand both meanings and know which I'm supposed to get. What's with that? Sorry, I kind of ramble when I get excited or happy or sad . . . or really into something . . . like, a lot. I mean, I ramble a lot, not get really into things a lot. Although, I can get really into things a lot sometimes. Um, I did it again, didn't I? Anyway. My grandmother took me in when I was little. When she died, and I had to tell those named in her will of their inheritances, my world tilted. Sam, a mechanic who'd helped Grammy with Pop's old car, was on the list. He inherited a car, but I gained so much more, a pair of amazing friends in him and his partner, Miguel. Then they took me to a baseball game . . . How can meeting one man make my legs feel like jelly and my heart thump like a helicopter? The Batter's Box is a slow-burn, nerd / jock mm sports romance where two men following very different roads converge on the path to happiness. If you like warm, fuzzy romances that make your toes curl, good-natured, snarky banter, and wild-ride emotional rollercoasters with authentic characters you want to know in real life, you'll love this book . less

From international bestselling author, Casey Morales . . . A traded player, a children's home, and a love to defy all odds. Climbing the ladder of professional baseball is hard. As one of the only openly gay players in the league, Nick Dunlap's path is rockier than most. When Nick is traded mid-season, despite a team-leading batting average, everyone knows his "open secret" is to blame. He flies to Ohio in hopes of a fresh start but finds so much more... moreFrom international bestselling author, Casey Morales . . . A traded player, a children's home, and a love to defy all odds. Climbing the ladder of professional baseball is hard. As one of the only openly gay players in the league, Nick Dunlap's path is rockier than most. When Nick is traded mid-season, despite a team-leading batting average, everyone knows his "open secret" is to blame. He flies to Ohio in hopes of a fresh start but finds so much more. On his second day in Columbus, Nick agrees to visit a non-profit whose mission is to counsel children and families. Speeches are made, balls are signed, and before the day ends, Nick meets Ethan, a troubled eight-year-old boy who hasn't spoken in months. Nick's heart yearns to aid the lost boy. Then he meets Dr. André Martin, a French psychiatrist with flowing salt-and-pepper hair and kind smile. André has been on the staff of the non-profit for over twenty years and questions Nick's sincerity, thinking he is little more than a grandstanding player looking for photo ops. Until Nick returns the next day . . . Buckeye is sa heartwarming story of a man finding love in the most unexpected places. Themes include found family, hurt/comfort, an age gap romance, children in need, and so much more. If you enjoyed Red, White, and Royal Blue and Call Me By Your Name , you'll love Buckeye . There are themes and scenes depicting the lives of children and adults with troubled pasts. Some overcome their challenges, while others struggle. less

The boys are back . . . and this time they're all together! Across five novels, the men of the Nashville Spicy series formed a unique found family whose bonds of love and laughter delighted readers well beyond the borders of Music City. Now, thanks to the newly wealthy Cooper Hawk, the gang is headed on a luxurious, fun-filed holiday adventure. Come aboard with Sam & Miguel (Wrenched), Cooper & Nate (The Batter's Box), and Nick, Andre, and Ethan (Buckeye)... moreThe boys are back . . . and this time they're all together! Across five novels, the men of the Nashville Spicy series formed a unique found family whose bonds of love and laughter delighted readers well beyond the borders of Music City. Now, thanks to the newly wealthy Cooper Hawk, the gang is headed on a luxurious, fun-filed holiday adventure. Come aboard with Sam & Miguel (Wrenched), Cooper & Nate (The Batter's Box), and Nick, Andre, and Ethan (Buckeye). The effervescent Annie shines throughout, as a few new characters sneak into the mix, too. Yes, you will see the others. Ty & Nate (I Hear You) and Joe & David (Winning His Vote) pop up when you least expect them. What can I say, I love surprises, especially around the holidays. A Nashville Spicy Christmas is an indulgently delicious mm romantic comedy filled with laughter, love, and just the right amount of spice to light your tongue on fire. Heat up that eggnog & settle into your comfy chair by the fire. A smile is about to curl your lips and warm your heart. less

Ladies & gentlemen, that sound indicates a hilarious ride ahead . . . The moment I stepped onto the plane and Jack handed me a flute of champagne, I knew I was in trouble. Our hands brushed, and I lost myself in his crystalline gaze. Gah! Just stop! That sounds like some kind of sappy romance. I'm a freakin' baseball player, a strong guy, a real dude. Sure, I play for the Memphis Mangos, basically the Harlem Globetrotters of America's pastime, but I'm a serious player, doggonit... moreLadies & gentlemen, that sound indicates a hilarious ride ahead . . . The moment I stepped onto the plane and Jack handed me a flute of champagne, I knew I was in trouble. Our hands brushed, and I lost myself in his crystalline gaze. Gah! Just stop! That sounds like some kind of sappy romance. I'm a freakin' baseball player, a strong guy, a real dude. Sure, I play for the Memphis Mangos, basically the Harlem Globetrotters of America's pastime, but I'm a serious player, doggonit. I would never turn to mush or have wobbly legs over a guy, certainly not in front of a planeload of men who'd love nothing more than to give me sh. . for the next twelve days of our vacation. And I would never give him my phone number and email address, then let him fly me to his hometown for a five-day first date. That would be insane, right? Man, it was awesome. He was so amazing and hot and . . . And yes, every time Jack looks at me, my world tilts. When that stupid curl falls across his forehead and refuses to stay back, no matter how many times I shove it into place for him, I swoon just a little bit more. But I don't need a man. I'm single and happy. I'm totally self-sufficient. Romance is for wimps. And then he kissed me and . . . Man, I’m screwed. National Singles Day is a hilariously romantic, low angst, utterly irreverent mm romance in which men separated by distance find love and comfort in each other's arms—and in the claws of a cat. A found family of lifelong friends rounds out this cast of smokin' hot, cheeky, sometimes snarky characters who will make you laugh until you piddle. Yeah, you. I see you. You're a piddle in the While 96. 7% of this novel is humorous and light, there is one scene in which a character grapples with unresolved feelings from a relative's suicide that occurred sometime in the past. Aside from that, the book is basically a warm blanket and hot chocolate on a wintery day - oh, and there's spice. Lots of spice. Don't burn your tongue. less