Charmed Away Temp Agency Series by Amy Padilla

Ari never should have agreed to this. All he wanted was to help his friend. But when he’s volunteered to act as a temp in her stead, he realized he should have been more specific about what he was willing to do for her. Especially when he got several warnings about the grumpy demon he’d be working with. Surely he could get out of this. Right? Xander didn’t need a temporary assistant. He could handle things on his own while his regular assistant was away on maternity leave... moreAri never should have agreed to this. All he wanted was to help his friend. But when he’s volunteered to act as a temp in her stead, he realized he should have been more specific about what he was willing to do for her. Especially when he got several warnings about the grumpy demon he’d be working with. Surely he could get out of this. Right? Xander didn’t need a temporary assistant. He could handle things on his own while his regular assistant was away on maternity leave. Tell that to his boss, who hired someone behind his back. A beautiful someone who was criminally shy and made Xander want to hold him close and protect him from the world. Those kinds of thoughts wouldn’t do. He was a professional and Ari was only here temporarily. He could control himself around the sweet man. Hopefully. Tags: prequel, Xander doesn’t need help, his boss says otherwise, Ari is a shy boi, being a temp is hard, there’s nothing wrong with having a crush on your boss, family meddling, demon weddings, fake wedding date, demons are kind, werewolves are not, guaranteed HEA. less

When Avery showed up for his temp job on Monday morning, he’d had certain expectations in mind. He was not expecting to end up bent over his new boss’s desk. It was an innocent mistake, and he’s determined to move on, but the experience left him breathless and more than a little curious. So when his new boss is left without a feeder, he volunteers to help. After all, that’s what any good assistant would do. Right? Ozen made foolish decisions when he was hungry... moreWhen Avery showed up for his temp job on Monday morning, he’d had certain expectations in mind. He was not expecting to end up bent over his new boss’s desk. It was an innocent mistake, and he’s determined to move on, but the experience left him breathless and more than a little curious. So when his new boss is left without a feeder, he volunteers to help. After all, that’s what any good assistant would do. Right? Ozen made foolish decisions when he was hungry. He is grateful that his new assistant is so forgiving. But when he finds himself starving after his new feeder throws a temper tantrum and refuses to show up, he has no choice but to ask his assistant for help. After all, he had yet to meet an assistant who was so professional. Surely they could get through a feeder contract without any issues. Right? happy accidents, virgin MMC, hungry incubus, Ozen is grumpy when he’s hungry, Avery is happy to be a snack, contracts should be taken seriously, petulant feeders will get their comeuppance, who knew you could order your perfect mate? , Avery is inexperienced, Ozen is a good teacher, mixing business with pleasure isn’t such a bad idea, CEOs make busy bosses, it’s just a crush, not, maybe contracts are meant to be broken, guaranteed HEA. less

Isaac went against his family when he refused to join the military. He had dreams and he wasn’t going to cave to family pressure to give them up. So when his boss offers him an opportunity to get some real experience in the job he’s working toward, he leaps at the chance. The only problem is that his new boss is a grumpy dragon with a short fuse known to terrorize the office. But that wasn’t anything Isaac couldn’t handle. Right? Maverick always had a temper. Most dragons did... moreIsaac went against his family when he refused to join the military. He had dreams and he wasn’t going to cave to family pressure to give them up. So when his boss offers him an opportunity to get some real experience in the job he’s working toward, he leaps at the chance. The only problem is that his new boss is a grumpy dragon with a short fuse known to terrorize the office. But that wasn’t anything Isaac couldn’t handle. Right? Maverick always had a temper. Most dragons did. It wasn’t something that affected his work. Until it did. Overworked, consistently dealing with incompetence, Maverick was at his wit’s end and in a last bid to keep his temper in check, he agreed with a recommendation to hire a temporary assistant to help him. But when the stubborn pink haired mage shows up, his dragon takes notice and suddenly, Maverick’s limited control has gone up in smoke. Now his career is on the line, and the only person willing to help him was the one who drove him over the edge. Things couldn’t get any worse. Right? Grumpy dragons are impossible, Isaac takes shit from no one, Maverick loses his temper, angry sex, knots, teamwork makes the dream work, flying is awesome and Isaac wants more, bjs settle dragons, who knew? , telepaths are creepy, or are they? , never talk shit about a dragon’s mate, Isaac’s ideas are reckless, accidental bonding…maybe, two stubborn men fall in love, what could go wrong? , guaranteed HEA. less

All Tony wanted was a job that didn’t make his life harder. Being a temp should have made it easier, let him pick jobs that he was comfortable with, but bills needed to be paid and he didn’t have the luxury of turning jobs down. So when his boss offers him what sounds like the perfect job, he’s afraid to hope he’s finally found his place. After all, the job is only temporary. They wouldn’t want to keep someone like him. Right? Taron was starting to think he was the problem... moreAll Tony wanted was a job that didn’t make his life harder. Being a temp should have made it easier, let him pick jobs that he was comfortable with, but bills needed to be paid and he didn’t have the luxury of turning jobs down. So when his boss offers him what sounds like the perfect job, he’s afraid to hope he’s finally found his place. After all, the job is only temporary. They wouldn’t want to keep someone like him. Right? Taron was starting to think he was the problem. Why else would he have gone through three secretaries in a matter of weeks? Granted, he had issues staying put and he was known to make the occasional prank, but he wasn’t that bad! So after Avery goes out of his way to find someone know, Taron promised to behave. And when he meets the newest addition, he’s determined to keep that promise. Tony calls to him in a way no one else has before, and for once in his life, he wants to stay put. But when a past mistake starts looking in Tony’s direction, he realizes behaving might not be enough. Right? Zephyr would admit to no one that he was still in love with his ex. So when there’s an opportunity to work with him, he makes up an excuse and pretends he’s only there for the project. Except Taron has his eyes on another, and it only took one conversation to figure out why. Tony is sweet and earnest, and in sore need to be taken care of. It wasn’t possible to have them both. Right? Tags: Good things come in threes, Tony has a tragic backstory, Taron wants to cuddle him, old rivals make a reappearance, Taron calls in a favor, being around out-of-control incubi is a recipe for disaster, or spicy times, take your pick, sharing is caring, they’ll learn to get along for Tony, healing can be painful, Taron can’t hide from the truth, nobody can hate Tony, guaranteed HEA. less

Kian was born between two worlds. Half fae, half green witch, accepted by neither. He was used to being an outcast. A big believer in fate, when he’s offered a reference to work at a temp agency, he takes it without hesitation. And find a job he absolutely loves. Who’d have thought being a temp would be so fun? His newest contract takes him to Spellbound, where he notices his new boss struggling to function. Old EMT habits kick in, and he offers his assistance with a blood donation... moreKian was born between two worlds. Half fae, half green witch, accepted by neither. He was used to being an outcast. A big believer in fate, when he’s offered a reference to work at a temp agency, he takes it without hesitation. And find a job he absolutely loves. Who’d have thought being a temp would be so fun? His newest contract takes him to Spellbound, where he notices his new boss struggling to function. Old EMT habits kick in, and he offers his assistance with a blood donation. He’s done it a dozen times. Nothing could go wrong. Right? Dorian thought transferring to the medical innovations division would be an interesting challenge. He’d forgotten just how exhausting it was to get an entire division on track. Too busy to worry about self-care, he waits a little too long between feedings and just barely stops himself from attacking a temp. When said temp offers him a blood donation, he can’t very well refuse. It was only supposed to be one time. Surely that would be okay. Right? Tags: Coffee is life, Dorian says so, Kian likes to cause mischief, Something is wrong with Dorian, Kian has a special reaction to blood donations, Dorian helps him out, Dorian is not old as dirt, thank you very much, Don’t mess with the car, Never challenge a druid, Some things are better than coffee, guaranteed HEA. less

Alistair wasn’t the kind of man to let the bad keep him down. His ex-wife may have left and taken his kids, but when his little brother offered him a lifeline, he took it and pulled himself back up. He joined a temp company, started working again, and did what he could to heal after a military mission gone wrong. He doesn’t expect to face his issues so soon, but when Isaac asks him to help a friend, the least he can do is give the man a ride. Right? Elijah just wants to help others... moreAlistair wasn’t the kind of man to let the bad keep him down. His ex-wife may have left and taken his kids, but when his little brother offered him a lifeline, he took it and pulled himself back up. He joined a temp company, started working again, and did what he could to heal after a military mission gone wrong. He doesn’t expect to face his issues so soon, but when Isaac asks him to help a friend, the least he can do is give the man a ride. Right? Elijah just wants to help others. It’s all he’s ever wanted. But with powers like his, powers that unnerve people, he’s learned the best way he can help is by keeping his distance. But when a plumbing disaster leaves him homeless, he finds himself crashing with one of the few people he considers a friend, along with said friend’s grumpy older brother with arms like a fantasy and eyes full of shadows. And when the brother decides he needs protection? He can totally resist a man like that. Right? Tags: Not all telepaths are bad, Elijah just wants to help, Alistair has hit rock bottom, it’s all up from here– right? , Alistair gets protective, some things aren't as they seem, give Elijah alcohol and hilarity ensues, accidental bonding, Alistair is okay with it, Guaranteed HEA. less

Wash was getting seriously tired of upper management trying to butt into his personal life. He didn't have a problem with his work-life balance… that they could prove anyway. So when they send in a new temp to assist the research floor, he’s determined to ignore them. Except, they just happened to send the sweetest temp known to all species, who plies him with sweets and pretty smiles, and for some reason, that temp won’t take the hint that he doesn’t need help. He seems sincere enough... moreWash was getting seriously tired of upper management trying to butt into his personal life. He didn't have a problem with his work-life balance… that they could prove anyway. So when they send in a new temp to assist the research floor, he’s determined to ignore them. Except, they just happened to send the sweetest temp known to all species, who plies him with sweets and pretty smiles, and for some reason, that temp won’t take the hint that he doesn’t need help. He seems sincere enough. There shouldn’t be a reason not to explore things a little, as long as upper management didn’t find out. Right? Peri never thought he’d meet his match while on a temp assignment. The grumpy demon from research was handsome, smart, protective, and in serious need of a vacation. When Taron asks for help getting Wash to relax, Peri leaps at the chance to spend more time with the demon. It wouldn’t hurt anyone to have a little back up when claiming his man. Right? Tags: Wash doesn’t need help, Taron thinks he doth protest too much, Peri’s smile can win over even the grumpiest demons, dreams become reality in the spiciest of ways, Peri has needs, Wash is going to help, Peri is the perfect Taron buffer, who’s ready for a corporate retreat? , there will be shenanigans, Peri is happy to play along, Wash will complain, Peri knows how to get Wash to participate, wink wink, honesty is key in every relationship, guaranteed HEA. less

Jonah spent his entire life raised in a human-only community with anti-supe family members trying to brainwash him, to no success. When his father demands he get off his computer and go get a job, he knows accepting a job at a supe-run temp agency is risky, but he’s determined to experience the world and finally see what he was missing. He didn't expect his first assignment to be at the largest supe-run company in the world... moreJonah spent his entire life raised in a human-only community with anti-supe family members trying to brainwash him, to no success. When his father demands he get off his computer and go get a job, he knows accepting a job at a supe-run temp agency is risky, but he’s determined to experience the world and finally see what he was missing. He didn't expect his first assignment to be at the largest supe-run company in the world. Maybe he should have considered asking for a smaller assignment for his first supe experience. Werewolves don’t eat humans, right? When Emmett notices a nervous human at Spellbound, it’s his job as a member of security to ensure he feels safe. It has nothing to do with thinking the easily startled human is adorable and smells delicious. Out of the kindness of his heart, he offers to be the human’s authority on all things supe, answering all his questions and giving Jonah a safe harbor while he learns. When the adorable human starts receiving some unwanted attention and mentions a fake relationship to give himself a buffer, Emmett is happy to play along. Fake dating should include actual dates, though. Right? Jonah has no experience with supes, Emmett is the Supe Guru Extraordinaire, texting is their love language, getting hit on by supes is a little much for Jonah, Emmett volunteers as tribute, dates include kisses, and maybe some other stuff, Taron decides to adopt Jonah, Jonah thinks he’s joking, who’s going to tell him? , Emmett gets growly, Jonah finds out what it’s like to be claimed by a werewolf, guaranteed HEA. less