Hunks Who Puck Series by Lina George

Ansel Adams is the Somerset Seagulls' star goalie. He's also a serious perfectionist, and he is massively in his head after a disappointing loss to the Wildwood Wolverines.Aria Turner, on the other hand, is a playful optimist. She is a fellow Somerset University student who works at the beach-themed campus coffee shop. When, in a rush, Aria runs into Ansel and sends him tumbling, these college students quite literally start off on the wrong foot... moreAnsel Adams is the Somerset Seagulls' star goalie. He's also a serious perfectionist, and he is massively in his head after a disappointing loss to the Wildwood Wolverines.Aria Turner, on the other hand, is a playful optimist. She is a fellow Somerset University student who works at the beach-themed campus coffee shop. When, in a rush, Aria runs into Ansel and sends him tumbling, these college students quite literally start off on the wrong foot.However, there's more than meets the eye to both Ansel and Aria. His seriousness comes from working hard to achieve what people seem to think comes easy. Her playfulness comes from overcoming adversity and realizing the importance of enjoying your one precious life. And when Aria asks Ansel to repay a small favor, the two are finally forced to realize they might be less 'oil and water' and more so 'perfectly meant to be.'This short read is a contemporary new adult hockey romance featuring a grumpy/sunshine pairing, instalove/instant attraction, and a satisfying HEA. less

Jared Pullman is the Somerset Seagulls' newest benchwarmer. Granted, he's doing anything and everything he can to change that, but so far he just can't find his footing on the ice. Adjusting to college in the Big Apple is no easy feat for Jared, and it doesn't help that he comes home to an empty dorm room every night. It's isolating, and that's the last thing Jared needs right now.Ramona Ruiz isn't just new in town—she's new to the country... moreJared Pullman is the Somerset Seagulls' newest benchwarmer. Granted, he's doing anything and everything he can to change that, but so far he just can't find his footing on the ice. Adjusting to college in the Big Apple is no easy feat for Jared, and it doesn't help that he comes home to an empty dorm room every night. It's isolating, and that's the last thing Jared needs right now.Ramona Ruiz isn't just new in town—she's new to the country. Attending Somerset University is a big deal for her, and most importantly, it's her chance to write a new story for her loved ones back home. So when she ends up assigned to Jared's dorm room, these two New York City transplants should be fast friends, right?Wrong.Jared gets busted having a ~private moment~ after practice, which starts his relationship with Ramona off on the wrong foot. And considering he's already struggling with his footing on the ice, Jared doesn't need anymore obstacles in his way. He just needs campus administration to fix their mistake and give him a new roommate. Ideally, a guy. And quick.But when a late-night mishap results in Jared and Ramona being locked into their dorm together, the Universe shows that it has other plans. It turns out these New York City newcomers might be a perfect pairing after all.This short read is a contemporary new adult hockey romance featuring forced proximity and a steamy HEA. less

Dominic Graham is a total showboat if Somerset University has ever seen one. As a star player on the school's hockey team, he's used to lapping up the attention and reveling in the admiration of 'puck bunnies' who are willing to risk it all for one night with him. But any old puck bunny won't do; Dominic has his eyes on Layla, the Seagulls' team manager.Layla hasn't been paying Dominic any mind, so Dom recruits the help of his best girl friend, Maisie... moreDominic Graham is a total showboat if Somerset University has ever seen one. As a star player on the school's hockey team, he's used to lapping up the attention and reveling in the admiration of 'puck bunnies' who are willing to risk it all for one night with him. But any old puck bunny won't do; Dominic has his eyes on Layla, the Seagulls' team manager.Layla hasn't been paying Dominic any mind, so Dom recruits the help of his best girl friend, Maisie.After confiding in Maisie and letting her know that Layla seems to be the only girl on campus who won't give Dom the time of day, Maisie comes up with an idea. Maisie suggests that all they have to do is pretend to be in a relationship. If they put on a convincing performance, Layla is sure to be jealous and give Dom a chance. After all, everyone wants what they can't have, right?Will Layla give Dom the time of day when she sees how in-demand he is? Or will a fake plan drudge up very real feelings?This short read is a contemporary new adult hockey romance featuring fake dating, the friends to lovers trope, and a steamy HEA. less

Miles is a dreamer. He always has been, and he always will be. It's these big dreams that catapulted him from life in a small town to being the newest walk-on to join the Somerset Seagulls' famed hockey team. But when one dream comes true, sometimes it's at the expense of another. Miles learned that the hard way.Haley is Miles's ex... moreMiles is a dreamer. He always has been, and he always will be. It's these big dreams that catapulted him from life in a small town to being the newest walk-on to join the Somerset Seagulls' famed hockey team. But when one dream comes true, sometimes it's at the expense of another. Miles learned that the hard way.Haley is Miles's ex. Her dreams as an artist and his dreams as a hockey player led them down different paths for college, and she hasn't seen Miles since that heart-wrenching day when they were both forced to admit that maybe their futures didn't include one another.So when Miles and Haley cross paths for the first time since that fateful day, the past and the present converge in glorious fashion. Will sparks fly? Or will they agree that their dreams of true love must come second to their dreams of making it big? There's only one way to find out.This short read is a contemporary new adult hockey romance featuring the second chance romance trope and a satisfying happy ending. less

All is quiet on Somerset University's campus as the rowdiest of the school's students head out for the night. They have a big win to celebrate against the Wolverines, after all.But hidden in plain sight at the edge of campus you'll find Logan and Natalia sneaking around. It's not like they have any other choice, really... moreAll is quiet on Somerset University's campus as the rowdiest of the school's students head out for the night. They have a big win to celebrate against the Wolverines, after all.But hidden in plain sight at the edge of campus you'll find Logan and Natalia sneaking around. It's not like they have any other choice, really. Logan is a Wolverine with his eyes on the prize, and he knows that Coach Montgomery might cut him from the team entirely if he were to find out that one of his players is hooking up with his only daughter.What's meant to be a series of meaningless hookups quickly becomes something more though, and that means that both Logan and Natalia must confront their complex feelings. Will they risk facing Coach Montgomery's wrath? Or will they decide that their affection for one another must remain secret? No matter what they decide, time is ticking. It's now or pucking never.This short read is a contemporary new adult hockey romance featuring the forbidden romance trope and a happy ending. less

Xavier Bishop is a senior, and as one of the Wolverines' most promising players, it's time he starts thinking about his future.Except thinking about his future is all he does. And he wants a little break from trying to have it all figured out.When Halloween weekend rolls around, he capitalizes on his opportunity to let loose and have a wild night out on the town. He figures he can flirt with some puck bunnies, maybe even rile up some Somerset Seagulls on their home turf... moreXavier Bishop is a senior, and as one of the Wolverines' most promising players, it's time he starts thinking about his future.Except thinking about his future is all he does. And he wants a little break from trying to have it all figured out.When Halloween weekend rolls around, he capitalizes on his opportunity to let loose and have a wild night out on the town. He figures he can flirt with some puck bunnies, maybe even rile up some Somerset Seagulls on their home turf. Having a one-night stand isn't explicitly on his mind, but when he eyes an attractive girl in a cat suit... Well, it becomes hard for Xavier to resist temptation.After waking up in the dorm of the woman he still knows only as Cat Girl, Xavier starts the next morning ready for another round. But the girl who's staring back at him isn't Cat Girl.It's her roommate, Sienna.Xavier sneaks around with Sienna for a bit, unaware that the girls are scheming behind his back. Little does he know, the roomies come to a mutual decision: So long as they're all good with it, why make Xavier choose?This short read is a contemporary new adult hockey romance featuring poly/why choose elements and a happy ending. less

Hayden and Theo are bitter rivals, having been playing on opposing teams for the entirety of their collegiate hockey careers. Hayden is an introverted Somerset Seagull while Theo, a Wildwood Wolverine, seems reckless and rowdy in comparison. They're used to using their casual disdain as an advantage against one another on the ice... moreHayden and Theo are bitter rivals, having been playing on opposing teams for the entirety of their collegiate hockey careers. Hayden is an introverted Somerset Seagull while Theo, a Wildwood Wolverine, seems reckless and rowdy in comparison. They're used to using their casual disdain as an advantage against one another on the ice. But when a hockey camp shake up means they're stuck on the same team for an entire week, can these bitter rivals find common ground?This short read is a contemporary new adult hockey romance featuring the enemies to lovers trope, a gay (male/male) pairing, and it is part one of a two-part story within this series. less

Theo and Hayden were bitter rivals on the rink, but now the secret's out: attraction has been bubbling under the surface, and it's no longer possible to ignore. When a bonding activity at training camp forces them to work together instead of as enemies, Hayden and Theo reluctantly let their guards down a bit... and end up hooking up in the process... moreTheo and Hayden were bitter rivals on the rink, but now the secret's out: attraction has been bubbling under the surface, and it's no longer possible to ignore. When a bonding activity at training camp forces them to work together instead of as enemies, Hayden and Theo reluctantly let their guards down a bit... and end up hooking up in the process. A single steamy session in the locker room doesn't immediately solve the problems of these rivals turned reluctant friends, but one sneaky hookup turns into two, and then three, and then, well... For Hayden and Theo, their predicament is as messy as it is tantalizing. With a grueling week of training camp ahead of them, will sneaking around lead to something more? Or will these two walk away from a week of tough workouts having decided that they're better as enemies than as lovers? This short read is a contemporary new adult hockey romance featuring the enemies to lovers trope, a gay (male/male) pairing, and forced proximity. It is part two of a two-part story within this series. less

The semester is coming to an end—but not before one last rager for Somerset University's finest. As a rookie Seagull, Nathan Hawkins is still getting his sea legs as a member of the college's esteemed hockey team. He's headed home to Kentucky tomorrow, but that doesn't stop the playful showman from letting loose and bonding with his teammates on the night before his big road trip... moreThe semester is coming to an end—but not before one last rager for Somerset University's finest. As a rookie Seagull, Nathan Hawkins is still getting his sea legs as a member of the college's esteemed hockey team. He's headed home to Kentucky tomorrow, but that doesn't stop the playful showman from letting loose and bonding with his teammates on the night before his big road trip. The night unfolds as wild nights often do; but Ramona, a girlfriend of a fellow Seagull, promises that she has just the thing Nathan will need for his long drive tomorrow. All he has to do is remember to stop by her dorm before hitting the road.When Nathan oversleeps his alarm and rushes out of his dorm the next morning, it's with great relief that he sees Ramona ready and waiting for him. He's expecting a magic elixir—or maybe just some electrolytes—that will help bring him back to life for his twelve-hour drive. But Ramona's surprise isn't a magic elixir, much less some grocery store electrolytes.It's Isabella Lane.The daughter of a nationally renowned physician, Bella spends all her time studying. It's going to take a lot of effort to be even half the physician her father is, so she's abandoned some of her favorite hobbies—including her ultimate drawing—in favor of studying and living as a relative recluse at Somerset. Reluctantly, Bella agrees to ride home with Nathan. Her hometown in Ohio is on the way to his home in Kentucky, and Ramona has ensured Bella that Nathan is a standup guy.But there's not much to do on a long car ride than talk, and boy oh boy does Nathan Hawkins like to chat. Minute by minute he breaks down Bella walls, discovering the hobbies she's long locked away and reigniting the verve that seems absent from her life these days. And as for the chemistry bubbling between them? Well, yeah, that's there too. Isabella Lane may be a pre-med student, but she's also a bad pucking girl.This short read is a contemporary new adult hockey romance featuring the tropes of opposites attract and forced proximity. less

Gabe’s first semester at Somerset University has been a fail. And not just a fail, but an epic fail. On top of being a benchwarmer on the hockey team, he’s also bored in his classes and not excelling in his social life as much as he’d like.When it’s time to head home for the holidays, Gabe knows he’s going to have to admit all of this to his family... moreGabe’s first semester at Somerset University has been a fail. And not just a fail, but an epic fail. On top of being a benchwarmer on the hockey team, he’s also bored in his classes and not excelling in his social life as much as he’d like.When it’s time to head home for the holidays, Gabe knows he’s going to have to admit all of this to his family. The problem? Well, besides the embarrassment of it all there’s also the fact that his family will likely use his mediocre performance at school as just another reason he should move back home and take over the family business.But that’s not what Gabe wants. He has dreams, and he has those dreams for a reason. If only it were that easy.When Lacey, an old friend from childhood, re-enters Gabe’s life, he finds in her a confidant who understands having a dream that feels unattainable. In him, she finds the same assurance—mixed with a whole lot of feelings she’d thought were gone for good. But the holiday season is one with unexpected merriment, and sparks fly by the second.Romance is fine and all, but that doesn’t change Gabe’s problems at school. Or does it? Maybe, with the right woman by his side—and a teeny tweak in mindset—it really can be that easy.This short read is an interracial contemporary new adult hockey romance with a BWWM pairing and a happy ending. less

Julian Myers is the captain of the Somerset Seagulls. As the hockey team's captain, he's used to hyping up his guys, being the voice of reason, and keeping even the rowdiest Seagulls in line. But when Julian gets a call that could change his life, it's time to put himself first for once. This is it! This is what he's been working for!Maria Gonzales is Julian's girlfriend. They've been together since they were young, and she's a star in her own right... moreJulian Myers is the captain of the Somerset Seagulls. As the hockey team's captain, he's used to hyping up his guys, being the voice of reason, and keeping even the rowdiest Seagulls in line. But when Julian gets a call that could change his life, it's time to put himself first for once. This is it! This is what he's been working for!Maria Gonzales is Julian's girlfriend. They've been together since they were young, and she's a star in her own right. College senior by day, aspiring musician by night. So when recruiters for the best teams in the league take interest in Julian, Maria is elated. His success is her success, and together they're both looking forward to the future.With just two weeks to go until Julian meets with a recruiter for his dream team, he's nearly there. But when he gets injured in their next hockey match and ends up unconscious in the middle of the rink, both of their futures are up in the air. Will Julian be okay? And even if so, what about his dreams? What about Maria's dreams? What about the future they dreamed of together?This short read is a contemporary new adult hockey romance about overcoming injury, embracing new beginnings, and the power of finding your soulmate. less

Layla Ortega had big dreams to play hockey in college one day. But life had other plans, and she was forced to attend Somerset University largely because of the generous financial aid package they offered her. Since Somerset lacks a women's hockey team, Layla is proud to have made the next best she became the team manager for the esteemed Somerset Seagulls.Paige Perkins has been laying low since setting foot on Somerset's campus... moreLayla Ortega had big dreams to play hockey in college one day. But life had other plans, and she was forced to attend Somerset University largely because of the generous financial aid package they offered her. Since Somerset lacks a women's hockey team, Layla is proud to have made the next best she became the team manager for the esteemed Somerset Seagulls.Paige Perkins has been laying low since setting foot on Somerset's campus. Sure, she plays a game of hockey every now and then at the local rinks, and in her free time she's sure to keep her skills sharp just in case. Without a women's hockey team on campus, there's not much else she can do.Or is there?Thanks to a loophole in the university's athletic handbook, there's a chance Paige could realize her dreams by joining the school's men hockey team—if she can make it through the Seagulls' grueling midseason tryout, that is. There's only a single spot on the roster available for the taking. Oh, and there's a beautiful team manager named Layla that could prove to be a ruinous distraction.This short read is a contemporary new adult hockey romance featuring a sapphic, WLW pairing. less

Marcus Little hails from the great state of Texas. For him, playing hockey at the collegiate level is his chance to start crafting a life that's much bigger than he ever dreamed of. But as a Black guy in a sport that's predominantly white, sometimes Marcus feels out of place. It's not easy being different, after all.Grace Keller is a change-maker in her own right... moreMarcus Little hails from the great state of Texas. For him, playing hockey at the collegiate level is his chance to start crafting a life that's much bigger than he ever dreamed of. But as a Black guy in a sport that's predominantly white, sometimes Marcus feels out of place. It's not easy being different, after all.Grace Keller is a change-maker in her own right. She leads the Women's Club at Wildwood University and is razor-focused on elevating all women—even if it means supporting Wildwood's biggest the Somerset Seagulls. Grace feels obligated to support the Seagulls' newest team member (a girl! Can you believe it?), and she doesn't care about crossing enemy lines.Marcus has eyed Grace across campus for years, but when he sees Grace campaigning in support of the enemy, he comes up with a unique bet. It's kind of ambiguous—and it may be destined to fail—but it's the one idea he's come up with to finally grab Grace Keller's attention. (And maybe, with any luck, score a date.)Marcus knows there's a chance he might lose this bet. If he does, it will be embarrassing to say the least. But if he wins? Marcus can hardly handle the thought of it. A chance with Grace, as different as they each might be, would be a dream come true.This short read is a contemporary new adult hockey romance featuring an interracial couple with a BM/WW pairing. less

Celine Wilpers lives a charmed life—or so people think. As a Hollywood starlet, sure, she has a lot of perks. Money. Fame. A great apartment smack dab in Manhattan. But she also can't live like a normal college student, so there's downsides to her sudden fame. Exhibit she's just trying to get to her 8 AM class, and there are already fans hanging out outside her apartment building.Brooklyn Bayes is a star on the Wildwood University hockey team, but he's far from a star student... moreCeline Wilpers lives a charmed life—or so people think. As a Hollywood starlet, sure, she has a lot of perks. Money. Fame. A great apartment smack dab in Manhattan. But she also can't live like a normal college student, so there's downsides to her sudden fame. Exhibit she's just trying to get to her 8 AM class, and there are already fans hanging out outside her apartment building.Brooklyn Bayes is a star on the Wildwood University hockey team, but he's far from a star student. So when Celine gets paired up with Brooklyn for a group project, he's not exactly the best classmate to be stuck with. Worse yet, Brooklyn is nowhere to be found!The mysterious hockey player has time to make it to practice and even hang out at the local dive bar, but he can't (or rather, won't) manage to give Celine the time of day. Intrigued by someone who isn't immediately fawning over her for once—and desperate to prove a point—Celine makes it her mission to hunt Brooklyn down and make him do his fair share of the assignment. What Celine doesn't realize, though, is that she just might end up getting more of Brooklyn than she bargained for.This short read is an enemies to lovers contemporary new adult hockey romance featuring a Hollywood starlet and a collegiate hockey player. less

Cato O'Brien can't get out of his own way. He's used to his ADHD making things a little harder for him than for other students, but he's never been this deep in trouble. Having slacked off all semester, not only is Cato facing a slew of bad grades on his final exams, but he's also facing being kicked off the hockey team. Being a collegiate athlete at Somerset University means meeting the GPA requirement, and as of right now, Cato isn't making the cut... moreCato O'Brien can't get out of his own way. He's used to his ADHD making things a little harder for him than for other students, but he's never been this deep in trouble. Having slacked off all semester, not only is Cato facing a slew of bad grades on his final exams, but he's also facing being kicked off the hockey team. Being a collegiate athlete at Somerset University means meeting the GPA requirement, and as of right now, Cato isn't making the cut. Cato struggles to ask for help, so at first, he feels safest asking his teammates to tutor him. But when he has to step it up in his World Literature class, Cato is forced to turn to one of the University's designated tutors. That's how he meets Holly Hanover. Beautiful, confident, intelligent Holly Hanover.Initially, Holly takes no particular interest in Cato. He's just another jock who's using tutoring to skate by and barely meet course requirements—or so she seems to think. But when Cato turns to Holly for advice in earnest, she realizes that there may be more to Cato than his identity as a hockey player. And when she catches him shirtless before their date? Well, there may be a lot more to their chemistry, too.This short read is an interracial new adult hockey romance featuring a Black woman and a white man pairing. less

Evan Ellis is a well-rounded college student. He's an elite athlete, he excels in school, he's got a great group of friends, and he's even involved in student government.Scratch that. He was involved in student government. Until student body president Yasmin Patel got in the way.Evan and Yasmin used to be friends. But a messy student council election put a wedge between them last year, and their friendship hasn't been able to recover... moreEvan Ellis is a well-rounded college student. He's an elite athlete, he excels in school, he's got a great group of friends, and he's even involved in student government.Scratch that. He was involved in student government. Until student body president Yasmin Patel got in the way.Evan and Yasmin used to be friends. But a messy student council election put a wedge between them last year, and their friendship hasn't been able to recover. And now that wedge is at risk of getting bigger, because the Somerset Seagulls don't have the budget to get to semi-finals and Yasmin is partly to blame for that.Evan's only hope is that he can pull some strings and get the necessary funds to get the hockey team to Vermont. What he's not expecting is that he and Yasmin might not just reconcile, but finally come clean about their feelings in the process.This short read is a new adult hockey romance featuring the trope of friends to enemies to lovers. less

As a junior on Wildwood University's prestigious hockey team, Finn feels stuck between being a boy and being a man. But when Coach Montgomery lets Finn know that he's been chosen as next season's team captain, Finn can't help but feel like the slow crawl to adulthood has sped up all of a sudden. It's a big decision, after all... moreAs a junior on Wildwood University's prestigious hockey team, Finn feels stuck between being a boy and being a man. But when Coach Montgomery lets Finn know that he's been chosen as next season's team captain, Finn can't help but feel like the slow crawl to adulthood has sped up all of a sudden. It's a big decision, after all. Not only would Finn have massive shoes to fill once Xavier graduates, but accepting the role of team captain also means accepting that his days at Wildwood University are numbered. There's just one more school year between Finn and proper adulthood.Little does he know, college isn't the only area of Finn's life that's subject to change. When a romantic gesture for his girlfriend, Kelly, results in Finn being prompted with another big decision, he's forced to realize that growing up isn't an option—but choosing to enjoy life's twists and turns is.This short read is a new adult hockey romance featuring a surprise/accidental pregnancy. less

Everyone on the Somerset hockey team knows that if there's one person who's guaranteed to overthink, it's Declan. Despite that, Declan is an incredible hockey player and a valued member of the roster. And, as one of the team's only juniors, he is a shoo-in to become the next captain.Becoming the next team captain would be exciting—if it weren't for the fact that Declan has such big shoes to fill... moreEveryone on the Somerset hockey team knows that if there's one person who's guaranteed to overthink, it's Declan. Despite that, Declan is an incredible hockey player and a valued member of the roster. And, as one of the team's only juniors, he is a shoo-in to become the next captain.Becoming the next team captain would be exciting—if it weren't for the fact that Declan has such big shoes to fill. After all, Julian has been the most amazing, supportive, and level-headed captain that the Seagulls could have hoped for. And to further complicate matters, there's the whole issue of team captain requiring much more of a time commitment than any other role on the team. Declan is worried that, if he were to accept the role as team captain, he'd be taking valuable time and energy away from a promise he made to his widowed father.With spring break having arrived, Declan uses this opportunity to catch up with his best friend, Blair. He and Blair have been friends since high school, and he's been hiding his feelings for her for years. With so much about Declan's future up in the air, this trip back home may mark Declan's final chance to come clean to Blair once and for all. But here's the following your heart is scary. Declan knows this for sure.What else does Declan know for sure? Well, that some opportunities don't come around twice. Declan has to make some big decisions this spring break. And with any luck, a dream or two may come true in the process.This short read is a new adult hockey romance featuring the friends to lovers trope. less