New Releases by Carly Phillips

Scott Dare is falling for the sexy school teacher and can''t seem to find distance. Not when their bodies respond to each other with such intensity and he''s drawn to her strength and vulnerability. Suddenly a one night stand is looking more like forever until Meg''s past catches up with her.

He''ll push all her boundaries and make her realize rules are made to be broken. Cool, collected Sophie Jordan loves her daily routine running her family''s top sports management agency, as long as she gets to stay behind the scenes. But with big sister on maternity leave and little sis on her honeymoon, she''s forced to step up to the plate. And a recent media crisis surrounding the disappearance of superagent Spenser Atkins is not going to make the job any easier. Enter star quarterback and notorious bad boy Riley Nash who, for reasons of his own, needs to track down Atkins. Up until now, Sophie has kept a strict no-dating-clients policy, but each day with Riley makes her rule near impossible to follow. With her job and her heart on the line, Sophie will need to make the toughest choice of her life!

Billionaire Bad Boys: Rich, Powerful and sexy as hell. Derek West rose from poverty to take the tech world by storm. He''s sexy, confident and gets any woman he wants. And who he wants is Cassie Storms, the rich girl he’s never been good enough for. She’s desperate to save her family company and there’s only one man who can help. But Derek isn’t interested in helping. He wants to possess both the company and the woman he’s never been able to forget. His plan? To seduce her out of his head. Except once he’s had a taste of Cassie, he doesn’t want to let her go. Her family remembers where he came from, and they won’t allow it. When the truth about their pasts comes to light, though, it may be Cassie who’s going down hard. *All Billionaire Bad Boys Novels stand alone.

A one night stand. A secret. A mistake they tried to forget. On leave from the army, Tyler Dare was just looking for a little fun, but his sister’s best friend is off limits. But unable to deny how sexy and alluring she is, he finds it all too easy to succumb to a night of passion and heat that ends the next morning in the worst way possible. There are just some guys you don’t touch—even someone as innocent and inexperienced as Ella Shaw knows that. But when her best friend’s brother is up for grabs and willing, she can’t resist. After all, she’s wanted him for years… Now, Ella is stranded on a tropical island with a hurricane bearing down, and only Tyler can save her. It’s his chance to make amends for the past and show the woman he’s never forgotten that he’s coming after her…in more ways than one.

Are you ready to get Dirty Sexy with a Saint? Clay Kincaid knows he''s more a sinner than a saint. Especially when it comes to women. With a rough and damaged past that has left him jaded, he doesn''t do committed relationships. But he does like sex?the hotter and harder, the better. He likes it fast and filthy, which is why he refuses to even touch someone as sweet and guileless as Samantha Jamieson. Until he discovers that she likes it just as down and dirty as he does. Let the sinning begin . . .

He’s in love with his best friend’s sister. She’s on the arm of another man. Max Savage has had a thing for Lucy Dare for as long as he can remember but he values his long-standing friendship with her brothers too much to cross the line. When Lucy shows up at an engagement party on the arm of another man, Max doesn’t like the changes he sees in her. It’s now or never. Max can think of one way to convince Lucy she’s with the wrong guy. He’ll dare to seduce her but when the afterglow wears off can he convince her to believe in forever?

4 Swoony Standalone Romances in one Box Set! Sexy, contemporary, standalone novels full of tropes and sexy fun. Books from early in Carly’s career, brought back for your reading enjoyment. The Right Choice Marry for friendship? Or wait for love? Advice columnist Carly Wexler has mapped out her entire life, and she’s convinced by marrying her best friend she’ll find happiness. The fact that they have no sexual sparks? No problem. Or so she thinks…until Mike Novak, her fiancé’s brother, arrives for the wedding. Could the best man be the right choice for her after all? Perfect Partners Friends to lovers... They lost their siblings in a car crash and fought over their orphaned niece in court. Now they must find a way to get along for the good of the little girl they both love. Can an unapologetic, arrogant attorney with a soft spot for his niece find a way to open his heart to the one woman he doesn’t think he can trust? Unexpected Chances Headline: Hollywood Heartthrob returns home for the girl he left behind. Dylan North is back…ten years after he left his small town and high school sweetheart behind. But is he here to stay? Dr. Holly Evans has a great career and a fulfilling life. The last thing she needs is Dylan''s visit stirring up old feelings. Can his unexpected return reignite their love…or does happily ever after only happen in the movies? Worthy of Love Can one night of passion make him feel worthy of love? Police officer Kevin Manning feels responsible for his partner’s death. Nikki Welles is grieving the loss of her brother, the only family she had left. One night of shared passion leads to so much more than either anticipated— A baby he’d never expected. Another opportunity to get things right. If only he can convince her to give him a second chance.

Easy money. That''s why P.I. Ben Callahan agrees to take the job of watching over spoiled heiress Grace Montgomery. But he soon discovers she has a reckless streak a mile wide. She''s determined to experience everything she''s been missing…including a chance to explore her sensual side. And she wants to do that exploring with Ben! He''s not complaining—it''s just too bad what they''ve got going won''t last after Grace discovers Ben''s on the family payroll….

Hot Property Sparks fly between baseball''s once-hottest star and the woman who''s helping him turn his life around in book four of the fan-favorite Hot Zone series by New York Times bestselling author Carly Phillips Just one short season ago, major league center fielder John Roper had it all: the looks—and personal life—of a sports hero and the public''s adoration. But this hot property''s lucky streak has run out. After a World Series disaster, fans diss him, shock jocks mock him and his dysfunctional family hassles him for money he really can''t spare. Now it''s up to him, and Hot Zone publicist Amy Stone, to get his life back on track. Amy finds it''s easier said than done. What with the constant intrusions of his nutty family, a crazed fan playing stalker, and Roper''s refusal to put his own needs first, she''s starting to think that life in the fast lane isn''t all it''s cracked up to be. But when the two retreat to a secluded lodge, the sexy center fielder throws Amy a curveball—one she never saw coming….

Business and pleasure collide in book one of the fan-favorite Hot Zone series by New York Times bestselling author Carly Phillips Annabelle Jordan and her two sisters were orphans in frilly dresses when they went to live with their sports-lawyer uncle in his world of locker rooms, bookies and gambling. Now the girls are publicists in their uncle''s firm, The Hot Zone. Despite her upbringing, Annabelle is all woman. She''s naturally drawn to real men—like her latest client, businessman and former football legend Brandon Vaughn. The chemistry is potent, undeniable, irresistible. Annabelle soon realizes that Brandon is much more than just another jock. And that she''d better hold on tight if she doesn''t want to lose her heart.

All books in the CARLY CLASSICS Series are stand-alone novels! Can One night of passion make him feel worthy of love? Police officer Kevin Manning feels responsible for his partner’s death. Nikki Welles is grieving the loss of her brother, the only family she had left. One night of shared passion leads to so much more than either anticipated... A baby he’d never expected. Another opportunity to get things right. If only he can convince her to give him a second chance. *This title has been previously published as Solitary Man**

He doesn’t do anything half way… In bed or out. And when Dylan Rhodes, Travel Director for the Miami Thunder football team, decides to pursue Olivia Dare, he goes all in. When the Pro-Bowl takes them to the desert oasis of Arizona, Dylan is determined to make sure their time together isn’t all business. What happens while at the luxury resort is life altering but when Olivia admits her deepest secret, will Dylan be able to prove he’s a man with staying power? Or will Olivia be disappointed again, this time by the most important man in her life?

Two classic Carly Phillips stories about love, loss and second chances ...The Playboy''s Second ChanceThis story was formerly titled Kismet. Since the title was confusing to readers, I changed the name and now bring you The Playboy''s Second Chance. I hope you enjoy my sexy, stand-alone novella.Trevor Dane, Wall Street Hot Shot and billionaire, has everything -- money, power and any woman he could possibly want yet he isn''t happy. When his latest interviewer turns out to be the one woman he''s never forgotten, Trevor sees a second chance and he won''t let Lissa Gardelli''s wariness or old hurts stop him from getting back into her bed... and her heart.Midnight AngelHollywood superstar, Dylan North, revisits his home town with the express intent of seeing his first love once more, to see if they can reignite the love he stupidly threw away ten years before. The last thing Dr. Holly Evans needs in her life is her high school sweetheart returning and stirring up old feelings. But Dylan is determined to convince Holly that happily ever doesn''t only happen in the movies.

Trevor Dane, Wall Street Hot Shot and billionaire, has everything - money, power and any woman he could possibly want yet he isn''t happy. When his latest interviewer turns out to be the one woman he''s never forgotten, Trevor sees a second chance and he won''t let Lissa Gardelli''s wariness or old hurts stop him from getting back into her bed... and her heart. This story was formerly titled Kismet. Since the title was confusing to readers, I changed the name and now bring you The Playboy''s Second Chance. I hope you enjoy my sexy, stand-alone novella.

A woman who needs to run her own life. A man who needs to exert control. Can she surrender to his demands without losing her sense of self once more? After ending a relationship to a cheating, domineering man, Isabelle Masters takes off in her leased Mercedes, only to be arrested for grand theft and hauled to a local police station. To her surprise, she is rescued by the most unlikely person, Gabriel Dare, a man she’s been attracted to for far too long. Although Gabe yearns to possess Isabelle, he knows all too well he must fight his primitive need to bind her to him, and instead help bring out the independent woman she yearns to become — or risk losing her for good.

He knows how to score …on the field and in the bedroom. But Alex Dare isn’t prepared for the injury that sidelines him into early retirement. Still, if it means working closely with the one woman who ever meant more to him than a one night stand, he’s all on board. But there is no amount of wealth or charm that could persuade social worker, Madison Evans, back into Alex''s bed. Good thing Alex loves a challenge. But soon seducing Madison becomes more than just a goal, it just might define his future.

HOT STUFF Powerhouse sports publicist Annabelle Jordan has sworn never to date another jock—not even one as sinfully sexyas football legend Brandon Vaughn. Yet as the two team up to turn his image around, the chemistry between them might be too hot to handle. HOT NUMBER She might work at a sports agency, but Micki Jordan has decided she''s through being just one of the guys. But when she sets her sights on pro ballplayer and renowned playboy Damian Fuller, her heart might be in major-league trouble… HOT ITEM Cool, collected Sophie Jordan loves her daily routine running her family''s top sports management agency—until star quarterback and notorious bad boy Riley Nash tempts her to break all the rules. HOT PROPERTY Hot Zone publicist Amy Stone has one task: to help center fielder John Roper get his life back on track after a World Series disaster. But then the two retreat to a secluded lodge to escape the fallout—and the gorgeous ballplayer throws Amy a curveball she never saw coming…

The New York Times bestselling author of the Dare to Love series welcomes you to Serendipity, where love, fate and fortune intertwine... Fans of Bella Andre, Rachel Gibson, Julie James and Jill Shalvis, will fall head over heels with Carly Phillips'' special town and her unforgettable characters. Tired of being the easygoing daughter, always ignored in favour of her high-maintenance sister, and no longer interested in being her fiancé''s trophy wife, Nicole Farnsworth calls off her wedding. All she wants is to be herself. And where better to find her destiny than Serendipity? The place where she met the one man who made her heart beat faster, and gave her the courage to reinvent her life - even if he doesn''t know it. Officer Sam Marsden calls Serendipity home and he loves it there - even though his childhood sweetheart was stolen by his best friend. After such heartbreak, Sam fears he can''t trust his instincts when it comes to love. Yet he''s so tempted by Nicole, a woman he met only briefly but who has starred in his dreams ever since. For Nicole and Sam, opening their hearts one more time could change their lives forever. But who''ll be the first to take that chance? Return to Serendipity for more sexy romance with the other books in the series, Serendipity, Destiny, Karma, Fated, Perfect Fit and Perfect Fling.

Passions ignite in these all-new stories from four bestselling masters of contemporary romance… In Jaci Burton’s “Hope Smolders,” struggling divorcee Jane has put her personal life on hold to raise her kids—until she runs into Will, her ex’s former best friend, who convinces her it’s time to start having fun again. Carly Phillips takes you back to the town of Serendipity, where overworked Alexa has an instant connection with a sinfully sexy football star on the dance floor. A one-night stand evolves into multiple nights when Luke decides to teach the good doctor about his own brand of fun. But when it’s time for him to leave town, will these “Perfect Strangers” be able to say goodbye for good? In Jessica Clare’s “Legend of Jane,” an intrepid Bloggess catches the eye of local law enforcement when she gets caught trespassing. Luckily, Luanne wouldn’t mind getting handcuffed by Officer Hotness… Single girl Chelsea is tired of feeling like the fifth wheel on her weekend jaunt to Lake Placid, until she gets stuck out in the cold and finds a muscular knight in shining armor to warm her up—in Erin McCarthy’s “Ice Princess.”

New York Times bestselling author of the Dare to Love series welcomes you to Serendipity, where love, fate and fortune intertwine... Fans of Bella Andre, Rachel Gibson, Julie James and Jill Shalvis, will fall head over heels with Carly Phillips'' special town and her unforgettable characters. Police Officer Dare Barron has had a crush on Liza McKnight since he was a teenager. But the closest he''s ever come to interacting with her is watching Liza regularly bail out her brother Brian. Dare''s dark past with Brian has always kept him from pursuing Liza. Then Liza finds herself in need of protection and Dare appoints himself as the man for the job. And while the sizzling attraction between Dare and Liza draws them together, the past that Dare and Brian share threatens to keep the two apart for ever. Return to Serendipity for more sexy romance with the other books in the series, Serendipity, Destiny, Fated, Perfect Fit, Perfect Fling and Perfect Together.

The New York Times bestselling author of the Dare to Love series welcomes you to Serendipity, where love, fate and fortune intertwine... Fans of Bella Andre, Rachel Gibson, Julie James and Jill Shalvis, will fall head over heels with Carly Phillips'' special town and her unforgettable characters. Michael Marsden escaped Serendipity to Manhattan where he wouldn''t be burdened with living up to the family name. But when he returns to replace his ailing father as chief of police, loner Michael is awakened by something he never expected... That something is Serendipity cop Cara Hartley, who challenges Michael at every turn. Just as their sexual tension ignites, the obstacles between them become more difficult. He''s her boss and her best friend''s brother - but also there''s that certain secret that Cara has become privy to. One that could destroy any future they might have together. Return to Serendipity for more sexy romance with the other books in the series, Serendipity, Destiny, Karma, Fated, Perfect Fling and Perfect Together.

Samantha Reed is willing to settle into marriage as a trophy wife to a wealthy older man—if it will help her aging father pay off his debts. But not before having her first, last and only fling—cramming a lifetime’s worth of lust into one weekend with the first available guy she finds. And when her car breaks down near a roadside tavern, she sets her sights on the sexy bartender—Mac Mackenzie…the perfect man for her love-him-and-leave-him fantasy. Only, it never occurs to Samantha that she might fall in love—or that Mac might have a few fantasies of his own….

Long ago, as revenge on a Corwin who stole her son''s fiancée, a witch proclaimed an eternal curse that every Corwin male who married for love would be destined to lose his woman and his fortune… Derek thought he could outsmart the long-standing Corwin curse by breaking up with Gabrielle, his first love—and marrying someone else. Now, divorced and broke, all he has left is his teenage daughter and a healthy respect for ancient sorcery. But then Gabrielle returns, determined to defeat the curse and rekindle their passion. But will her stubborn streak and her unwavering love be the lucky charm Derek so desperately needs?

Sam Cooper ("Coop") has just become the most eligible bachelor in New York City. Now that he has foiled a jewelry-store robbery and has been rewarded with the ring of his choice, single women all over the city are fawning over the crime reporter. But Coop isn''t interested in the admirers sending racy underwear his way. His attention is centered solely on Lexie Davis, the only woman in the city who claims not to be interested in his bachelor status. Instead, free-spirited Lexie is interested in Coop''s antique ring, and its—potentially scandalous—history in her family. But Coop is quickly becoming more than just her route to the ring. When his investigation starts to uncover the truth, will she trust her heart—and her family secrets—to this most eligible bachelor?

Jason Corwin knows he should resist his attraction to Lauren Perkins. After all, it was one of her ancestors who came up with the curse that had haunted every Corwin male since. But after one night of mind-blowing sex with his supposed—and very seductive—enemy, he can''t bring himself to stay away. All Lauren wants is to sell her late grandmother''s old house and leave the past behind forever. But that''s not an easy thing to do with gorgeous contractor Jason Corwin whispering sweet, sexy somethings in her ear. About staying. Then a saboteur and the promise of hidden treasure change everything, and one lucky break that just might put an end to the Corwin curse.

Detective Kane McDermott might be fighting a bad case of burnout, but that doesn''t mean he''s taking things easy. His latest assignment is to investigate Kayla Luck, to discover if the etiquette school she runs for awkward businessmen is really some kind of escort service. It looks cut-and-dried…until he sets eyes on Kayla. She''s smart, but she''s also trusting to a fault—and the heat that flares up between them keeps getting in the way of Kane''s best intentions. But if Kayla ever suspects his real motives, Kane will be the one who ends up getting burned….

For Cinderella, the fun ended at midnight. But for three women, that''s just when things begin to heat up in this collection of three sexy holiday-themed stories by three bestselling romance authors. Original.

THE PLAYBOY The Chandler Brothers from New York Times Bestselling Author Carly Phillips are back! He’s the town’s most popular playboy. She’s sworn off men and weddings for good. Police officer, Rick Chandler, has managed to fend off the marriage-minded women in his small town but it’s getting more difficult with each passing day. After all, there’s something about the Chandler charm that keeps them coming back with hope in their hearts. What’s a man determined to stay single to do? Kendall Sutton is a cliche, a runaway bride stuck on the side of the road, until she’s rescued by the sexiest cop she’s ever seen. In spite of her pearly gown and tiara, Kendall vows to never get married—which makes her the ideal fake girlfriend to ward off Rick’s legion of admirers. But when their charade starts to feel real, suddenly the town’s most popular playboy has marriage on his mind – but will a woman with Kendall’s jaded past ever say “I do”? In honor of THE BACHELOR’s 20th Anniversary all three books have been updated and will be reissued with gorgeous NEW covers with the same content but modernized for your reading pleasure. The BACHELOR was the first book that Kelly Ripa chose for her Reading with Ripa Bookclub.