OUT NOW! Aim Higher by JL Merrow
Simone isn’t having an easy time of it right now. Her parents have split up, everyone thinks she’s gone mad, and there’s a Greek god visible only to her who won’t stop trying to fix her up with boys.
But when her father finally meets Eros — or Eric, as he prefers to be known — matters take a twist none of them were expecting!
OUT NOW! Jesse’s Guy by Nickie Jamison
Kyle was cursed with two supportive, loving, grandmothers who also like playing matchmakers. Granma Ruby and Betty Lou are going to PrideFest, and Kyle is along for the ride, mostly because he’s the driver.
They are also bringing their live-in caregiver, Jesse, who happens to be Kyle’s childhood crush.
Will this weekend getaway help Kyle open up about his feelings for Jesse?
Note: This short story was originally published in the charity collection, Love Is Proud.
OUT NOW! He Ain’t Heavy by W.S. Long
Kade Jones’ life changed forever when his mom married Bruce because Bruce’s son Emerson became his best friend and confidante. Now the war in Iraq has changed everything. Emerson is returning home after a bomb shattered his kneecap and crushed his spirit.
Kade has always wanted to tell Emerson his true feelings but now, because of the tragedy, Kade fears Emerson has changed. Will he return Kade’s affection? Or will the wounded warrior reject him?
Note: This short story was originally published in the charity collection, Love Is Proud.
OUT NOW! Chicken Soup by Mel Bossa
Though Jimmy’s ill and isn’t getting any better, he hopes to have a bit of fun during Pride weekend. When he meets Nolan, a young dancer in the parade, Jimmy takes a chance on making himself vulnerable for the first time in years.
What Jimmy doesn’t expect is how strong Nolan will make him feel with a simple gesture of support.
Note: This short story was originally published in the charity collection, Love Is Proud.
OUT NOW! The Riderless Horse by H.D. Nels
Todd Brooks is a firefighter about to enjoy a brew at his regular gay hangout when he’s duped into filling in for a bar team member who suddenly backed out of the annual gay rodeo. Not being out to family or co-workers, Todd accepts the challenge and plans his excuses for missing family and work events during the rodeo.
When he meets his rodeo teammates, Todd is immediately taken with Riley Simms, who will be coaching him on horsemanship and the events they endure. Todd falls hard for his horse, Beaumont, and even more so for his mentor, Riley. Can a closeted professional and an out and proud cowboy make it happen?
Note: This short story was originally published in the charity collection, Love Is Proud.
