Miss Dominguez’s Christmas Kiss by Lydia San Andres This is an f/f historical Christmas romanc

Miss Dominguez’s Christmas Kiss by Lydia San Andres This is an f/f historical Christmas romance short, an extra in the Ciudad Real series. Marisol and Lourdes, the two MC’s, both live at Mrs. Gomez’s boarding house. Between Bookshelves by Olívia PilarIsabel wants to prove to everyone that she can succeed in college. She just didn’t imagine that before she could prove anything, when picking up a book in the library, she needed to truly know herself first. Ghost Girl in the Corner by Daniel José Older H E L PTrying to shake off the strange malaise that separates her from even her girlfriend Izzy, Tee decides to take over the Bed-Stuy Searchlight for the summer. But then she finds an alluring violet dress in the newspaper office, and a cute ghost girl no one else can see. Who is she? What does she want? And why is she revealing herself to Tee? H E RIzzy can tell Tee’s drifting away from her – she misses Izzy’s shows and skips shadowshaper practice to spend time alone at the newspaper – and she won’t stand for it. Yet when a girl goes missing in Bed-Stuy, Izzy needs Tee to get the word out and help investigate. Can they break through their distance and reconnect before someone else dies? Homecoming by Celeste CastroWhen she was just 16 years old, Destiny “Dusty” Del Carmen suffered a series of losses and betrayals that left her shamed and nearly broken. Thanks to her inner strength and the unconditional support of the Native American family that took her in, Dusty is now a bestselling author and sought-after speaker. Her good looks and irresistible charm have also made her a much sought-after lover, but though she relishes the heat of sex, Dusty’s past hurts have left her unable to accept the warmth of love. Invited to give a workshop at the Northwest Urban Indian Federation’s annual conference, Dusty is none too happy to discover the event is in her “home” state of Idahothe one place she swore she would never return to. So she does what she does bestsmothering painful memories of the past by picking up the smoking hot bartender at the local lesbian hangout. Dusty is unsettled by the night of mind-blowing sexand an intimacy she has never experienced before. But, as is her habit, she leaves before the woman awakens and leaves no contact info. Dusty’s life is complicated further by a very surprising meeting with the brilliant, caring Professor Morgan West who will also be attending the Conference. Something about Morgan stirs Dusty in a way she has never felt before, and the feeling scares the hell out of her. Against her better judgement, she agrees to go on an early morning hike with Morgan before the conference starts. When an earth-shattering disaster traps the two women in a rustic cabin, Dusty has nowhere to run from her past painor her present fears. Will this accident of fate finally lead her home? Juliet Takes a Breath by Gabby Rivera Juliet Milagros Palante is leaving the Bronx and headed to Portland, Oregon. She just came out to her family and isn’t sure if her mom will ever speak to her again. But Juliet has a plan, sort of, one that’s going to help her figure out this whole “Puerto Rican lesbian” thing. She’s interning with the author of her favorite book: Harlowe Brisbane, the ultimate authority on feminism, women’s bodies, and other gay-sounding stuff. Will Juliet be able to figure out her life over the course of one magical summer? Is that even possible? Or is she running away from all the problems that seem too big to handle? With more questions than answers, Juliet takes on Portland, Harlowe, and most importantly, herself.Labyrinth Lost by Zoraida Córdova I was chosen by the Deos. Even gods make mistakes.Alex is a bruja, the most powerful witch in a generation…and she hates magic. At her Deathday celebration, Alex performs a spell to rid herself of her power. But it backfires. Her whole family vanishes into thin air, leaving her alone with Nova, a brujo she can’t trust, but who may be Alex’s only chance at saving her family. Little White Lie by Lea SantosEmie Jaramillo learned long ago that brains count more than beauty, and that’s just fine with her. She doesn’t want, nor does she need, a relationship. When her prestigious academic career earns her an invitation to appear on a national talk show, she eagerly looks forward to discussing her genetics work. Little does she know that the episode is really entitled “Those bookworm looks have to go!” Worse yet, gorgeous makeup artist Gia Mendez—a woman Emie stupidly lowers her guard around—is in on the humiliating prank.The fiasco just convinces Emie of what she knew all along: relationships are for other people, and women like Gia don’t belong anywhere near her world. But Gia’s about to make it up to Emie, by convincing her she has not only brains, but beauty…and she’s the only woman Gia wants in her life. Such a Pretty Face by Gabrielle GoldsbyMia Sanchez is rocked when her partner of four years, Brenda Montalba, informs her that she has fallen out of love with her and that she’s planning on leaving town for several months to give them time to “think about their future together.” Mia hadn’t thought words could be more painful until Brenda followed up hers with, “You’ve really let yourself go over the last few years.” Alone, hurt, and embarrassed, Mia decides to take the advice of her sales assistant and friend Mathew “Goody” Good, the self crowned Queen of Getting Dumped when he tells her, “The best way to get over them is to get even.” The Hidden City by David BowlesWhen Carol and Johnny learn of the Ollamat—an ancient stone that can channel savage magic—they convince their parents to take them to the cloud forests of Oaxaca. With Pingo’s help, they search for the legendary city where it has protected for a thousand years. But the twins aren’t the only ones hunting for the Ollamat. After it is stolen, they must travel through an emerald mirror into the beautiful yet dangerous Tlalocan: the paradise of the rain god. To retrieve the stone, they have to face talking apes and forest elementals, rock wyrms and vicious elves, demons of lighting and something even more unexpected: the souls of people they have watched die. As always, they are aided by allies old and new, though nothing can quite prepare them for the biggest foe of all—a member of their very family. The Resolutions by Mia GarciaNew Years are for fresh starts, but Jess just wants everything to go back to the way it was.From hiking trips, to four-person birthday parties, to never-ending group texts, Jess, Lee, Ryan, and Nora have always been inseparable—and unstoppable. But now, with senior year on the horizon, they’ve been splintering off and growing apart. And so, as always, Jess makes a plan.Reinstating their usual tradition of making resolutions together on New Year’s Eve, Jess adds a new twist: instead of making their own resolutions, the four friends assign them for each other—dares like kiss someone you know is wrong for you, show your paintings, learn Spanish, say yes to everything.But not even the best laid plans can take into account the uncertainties of life. As the year unfolds, Jess, Ryan, Nora, and Lee each test the bonds that hold them together. And amid first loves, heart breaks, and life-changing decisions, beginning again is never as simple as it seems. The Superheroes Union: Dynama by Ruth DiazWhat if your evil ex really was evil?TJ Gutierrez used to be a superhero. But after the birth of her twins seven years ago, she hung up the yellow spandex. Until the day her archenemy and ex-husband, Singularity, breaks out of prison. When it becomes clear he’s after the kids, she’s forced to call the nanny helpline—and once again become…Dynama!Annmarie Smith doesn’t have a superpower. She saves the world by keeping kids safe while their parents fight evil.She temporarily moves in with TJ, and the way the magnetic mama puts family first captures Annmarie’s respect, and maybe her heart—even though she knows better than to fall for a superhero. Still, it’s hard to resist their wicked chemistry. Kapow!But they can only hide from the world for so long. When Singularity’s quest for custody puts the kids’ lives in danger, can the two women conquer the evil villain and save TJ’s family—all before their first date?Under Her Skin by Lea SantosWho would believe that the world-famous supermodel Iris Lujan has a care in the world? Only Mexican gardener, Torien Pacias, who sees through Iris’s facade and offers gentle understanding and friendship when Iris most needs it. Though Torien senses the passion smoldering between them, she doesn’t dare imagine a future with Iris. She is like royalty, and Torien is a woman of simple needs and weighty family obligations. But, how long can Torien resist the charms of this untouchable woman she longs to claim for her own? Under the Mistletoe by Everly JamesSamantha Evans, popular lesbian romance author, has writer’s block and a book due by New Year’s Eve. When she signs up for a writing retreat in an attempt to overcome her lack of creativity, she expects a single-occupancy cabin and plenty of silence for crafting her new book. What she doesn’t expect is a roommate. A gorgeous, woman roommate. Gia Torres is an aspiring novelist eager to break into the publishing world and leave her horrible day job as a barista behind. She travels to a Colorado retreat to finish her very first novel, not expecting to find beautiful Samantha waiting for her there. The only problem? The two women hate each other. How will they overcome their first impressions and let Christmas sparks fly? We Set the Dark on Fire by Tehlor Kay Meija At the Medio School for Girls, distinguished young women are trained for one of two roles in their polarized society. Depending on her specialization, a graduate will one day run a husband’s household or raise his children, but both are promised a life of comfort and luxury, far from the frequent political uprisings of the lower class. Daniela Vargas is the school’s top student, but her bright future depends upon no one discovering her darkest secret—that her pedigree is a lie. Her parents sacrificed everything to obtain forged identification papers so Dani could rise above her station. Now that her marriage to an important politico’s son is fast approaching, she must keep the truth hidden or be sent back to the fringes of society, where famine and poverty rule supreme.On her graduation night, Dani seems to be in the clear, despite the surprises that unfold. But nothing prepares her for all the difficult choices she must make, especially when she is asked to spy for a resistance group desperately fighting to bring equality to Medio. Will Dani cling to the privilege her parents fought to win for her, or to give up everything she’s strived for in pursuit of a free Medio—and a chance at a forbidden love? Who’d Have Thought by G. Benson Top neurosurgeon Samantha Thomson needs to get married fast and is tightlipped as to why. And with over $200,000 on offer to tie the knot, no questions asked, cash-strapped ER nurse Hayden Pérez isn’t about to demand answers.The deal is only for a year of marriage, but Hayden’s going into it knowing it will be a nightmare. Sam is complicated, rude, kind of cold, and someone Hayden barely tolerates at work, let alone wants to marry. The hardest part is that Hayden has to convince everyone around them that they’re madly in love and that racing down the aisle together is all they’ve ever wanted. 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