Scales & Steam Series by Rhea Fox

A cozy monster romance with a shy autistic dragon, a purple-haired barista, and a soul-deep connection neither of them expected. For weeks, the little coffee shop on Finnegan Square has been more than a caffeine stop for Taran. It’s where he feels safe, grounded—thanks to the purple-haired, fiercely kind barista who serves him smiles with his order. Maeve’s presence calms his stormy mind in ways no amount of gold or status ever could... moreA cozy monster romance with a shy autistic dragon, a purple-haired barista, and a soul-deep connection neither of them expected. For weeks, the little coffee shop on Finnegan Square has been more than a caffeine stop for Taran. It’s where he feels safe, grounded—thanks to the purple-haired, fiercely kind barista who serves him smiles with his order. Maeve’s presence calms his stormy mind in ways no amount of gold or status ever could. When the shop faces closure, he does the only thing he can: he buys it. Not just to keep his daily routine, but to stay close to the woman whose aura glows brighter than any hoard. He only hopes she sees his heart behind the gesture… not just his castle and driver. Juggling university and her barista job was never easy, but the café has become Maeve’s second home—a place where she can be herself. So when her boss announces he’s closing up shop via text, she’s heartbroken. Enter Taran, the quiet, beautiful dragon shifter she’s been low-key flirting with for weeks. Turns out, he’s rich. Like owning-an-entire-castle rich. And he buys the café so she can keep her job. Working together brings them closer than ever, but Maeve isn’t sure love can thrive between someone raised on struggle and someone who’s never had to worry about money. Can a dragon shifter and a neurodivergent barista find common ground between fire and coffee beans? Or will the weight of their differences burn it all down? Vibes & Tropes – A shy autistic dragon with fancy anatomy – A bold, curvy AuDHD heroine with purple hair – Soulmates & sweet nicknames – Class difference & found purpose – Medium burn, open door spice – Cozy, neurodivergent rep & heartfelt feels Purple Scales & Coffee Tales is a cozy standalone monster romance in the Creatures & Coding universe, perfect for fans of soft monsters, cozy but spicy vibes, and guaranteed HEAs that make you kick your feet. less

One is all wind and whimsy. The other all scars and silence. Together, they’re building something that just might last.BERYLRelationships? Not my thing. I like flirting, pretty things, and keeping things breezy—just like a good Sylph should. I’ve got a job I love, coworkers I adore, and enough sparkly highlighters to wallpaper a house... moreOne is all wind and whimsy. The other all scars and silence. Together, they’re building something that just might last.BERYLRelationships? Not my thing. I like flirting, pretty things, and keeping things breezy—just like a good Sylph should. I’ve got a job I love, coworkers I adore, and enough sparkly highlighters to wallpaper a house. So why does Kjartan, the hulking orc carpenter with a quiet voice and a missing finger, make my heart flutter like it’s been caught in a windstorm?One failed hookup and a surprising proposal later—dating, not that other D-word—and suddenly we’re buying furniture together like a couple of nesting lovebirds. But is good sex and shared home decor taste enough to bridge the gap between his countryside roots and my city life? Or am I doomed to fly solo again?KJARTANAfter everything I’ve been through, I know better than to believe in second chances. But Beryl—bright, bold, unpredictable Beryl—sees through the walls I’ve spent years building. And somehow, he likes what he finds.A single night with him turns into something weekend visits, cozy nights, and building a life one bookshelf at a time. But can I risk my heart again for someone who’s made of wind, here today, gone tomorrow? Or is this the moment I finally let myself believe in love? Flighty Hearts & Broken Parts is a cozy MM monster romance featuring a silent orc with a broken heart, a flirty Sylph who talks a mile a minute, chore play, shared home improvement projects, and a low-stakes love story filled with warmth, healing, and a guaranteed HEA.Book 2 in the Scales & Steam series – can be read as a standalone. less