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October 2, 2025
Slap Shot Scandal is Live in AUDIO!
Duet narration performed by: Sean Masters & Emma Wilder
A sexy grumpy/sunshine, enemies to lovers, hockey romance from bestselling author, Kara Kendrick
He’s the grumpy captain with everything to lose. She’s the PR problem he didn’t ask for.
Hockey is my life. Always has been.
As captain of the team, I’ve built my career on discipline, loyalty, and laser focus.
But after a scandal tanks the franchise’s image, the owner relocates us to Driftwood Cove, a small sleepy Florida beach town.
New name, new strategy.
And a bubbly PR consultant hired to clean up the mess.
Harbor Hayes.
She’s sunshine in a bottle. Bright, blonde and opinionated. Worse—she knows hockey. And exactly how to get under my skin.
We clash from day one and I’m torn between wanting her gone and wanting every inch of her body underneath mine.
The longer we work together, the harder it is to pretend she doesn’t affect me.
When lines blur behind closed doors, we make a deal.
Three rules:
No feelings. No falling. No future.
Until one reckless moment leaks in a viral video.
Now I’m not just leading the team–I’m at the center of a brand-new scandal.
One that could destroy everything.
Especially the woman I swore I’d never fall for.
Listen today!
Audible: http://bit.ly/46NVKLh
Amazon: http://bit.ly/4o02QU8
Goodreads: https://bit.ly/4oVsR8r
A sexy grumpy/sunshine, enemies to lovers, hockey romance from bestselling author, Kara Kendrick
He’s the grumpy captain with everything to lose. She’s the PR problem he didn’t ask for.
Hockey is my life. Always has been.
As captain of the team, I’ve built my career on discipline, loyalty, and laser focus.
But after a scandal tanks the franchise’s image, the owner relocates us to Driftwood Cove, a small sleepy Florida beach town.
New name, new strategy.
And a bubbly PR consultant hired to clean up the mess.
Harbor Hayes.
She’s sunshine in a bottle. Bright, blonde and opinionated. Worse—she knows hockey. And exactly how to get under my skin.
We clash from day one and I’m torn between wanting her gone and wanting every inch of her body underneath mine.
The longer we work together, the harder it is to pretend she doesn’t affect me.
When lines blur behind closed doors, we make a deal.
Three rules:
No feelings. No falling. No future.
Until one reckless moment leaks in a viral video.
Now I’m not just leading the team–I’m at the center of a brand-new scandal.
One that could destroy everything.
Especially the woman I swore I’d never fall for.
Listen today!
Audible: http://bit.ly/46NVKLh
Amazon: http://bit.ly/4o02QU8
Goodreads: https://bit.ly/4oVsR8r
Slap Shot Scandal is LIVE!
A sexy grumpy/sunshine, enemies to lovers, hockey romance from bestselling author, Kara Kendrick
He’s the grumpy captain with everything to lose. She’s the PR problem he didn’t ask for.
Hockey is my life. Always has been.
As captain of the team, I’ve built my career on discipline, loyalty, and laser focus.
But after a scandal tanks the franchise’s image, the owner relocates us to Driftwood Cove, a small sleepy Florida beach town.
New name, new strategy.
And a bubbly PR consultant hired to clean up the mess.
Harbor Hayes.
She’s sunshine in a bottle. Bright, blonde and opinionated. Worse—she knows hockey. And exactly how to get under my skin.
We clash from day one and I’m torn between wanting her gone and wanting every inch of her body underneath mine.
The longer we work together, the harder it is to pretend she doesn’t affect me.
When lines blur behind closed doors, we make a deal.
Three rules:
No feelings. No falling. No future.
Until one reckless moment leaks in a viral video.
Now I’m not just leading the team–I’m at the center of a brand-new scandal.
One that could destroy everything.
Especially the woman I swore I’d never fall for.
Download today or read for FREE with Kindle Unlimited
Amazon: https://mybook.to/SlapShotScandal
Goodreads: https://bit.ly/3Uq9y9f
He’s the grumpy captain with everything to lose. She’s the PR problem he didn’t ask for.
Hockey is my life. Always has been.
As captain of the team, I’ve built my career on discipline, loyalty, and laser focus.
But after a scandal tanks the franchise’s image, the owner relocates us to Driftwood Cove, a small sleepy Florida beach town.
New name, new strategy.
And a bubbly PR consultant hired to clean up the mess.
Harbor Hayes.
She’s sunshine in a bottle. Bright, blonde and opinionated. Worse—she knows hockey. And exactly how to get under my skin.
We clash from day one and I’m torn between wanting her gone and wanting every inch of her body underneath mine.
The longer we work together, the harder it is to pretend she doesn’t affect me.
When lines blur behind closed doors, we make a deal.
Three rules:
No feelings. No falling. No future.
Until one reckless moment leaks in a viral video.
Now I’m not just leading the team–I’m at the center of a brand-new scandal.
One that could destroy everything.
Especially the woman I swore I’d never fall for.
Download today or read for FREE with Kindle Unlimited
Amazon: https://mybook.to/SlapShotScandal
Goodreads: https://bit.ly/3Uq9y9f
September 19, 2025
Slap Shot Scandal Excerpt
“Say you feel the same way. Please.” I work to keep the pleading tone out of my voice, not wanting to come off desperate.
Even though I totally fucking am.
I need her to be mine.
“You know I do. I’ve never felt this way about anyone…” She inhales a shaky breath, blinking, the moonlight shimmering in her eyes. “It scares me.”
Instead of delivering some hollow speech, I cup her face in my hands and kiss her. Soft and deep, making her believe in me.
In us.
Even though I totally fucking am.
I need her to be mine.
“You know I do. I’ve never felt this way about anyone…” She inhales a shaky breath, blinking, the moonlight shimmering in her eyes. “It scares me.”
Instead of delivering some hollow speech, I cup her face in my hands and kiss her. Soft and deep, making her believe in me.
In us.
September 8, 2025
Slap Shot Scandal Narrator Reveal!
Narrated by: Sean Masters & Emma Wilder
Releasing: October 2, 2025
A sexy grumpy/sunshine, enemies to lovers, hockey romance from bestselling author, Kara Kendrick
He’s the grumpy captain with everything to lose. She’s the PR problem he didn’t ask for.
Hockey is my life. Always has been.
As captain of the team, I’ve built my career on discipline, loyalty, and laser focus.
But after a scandal tanks the franchise’s image, the owner relocates us to Driftwood Cove, a small sleepy Florida beach town.
New name, new strategy.
And a bubbly PR consultant hired to clean up the mess.
Harbor Hayes.
She’s sunshine in a bottle. Bright, blonde and opinionated. Worse—she knows hockey. And exactly how to get under my skin.
We clash from day one and I’m torn between wanting her gone and wanting every inch of her body underneath mine.
The longer we work together, the harder it is to pretend she doesn’t affect me.
When lines blur behind closed doors, we make a deal.
Three rules:
No feelings. No falling. No future.
Until one reckless moment leaks in a viral video.
Now I’m not just leading the team–I’m at the center of a brand-new scandal.
One that could destroy everything.
Especially the woman I swore I’d never fall for.
Add to Goodreads: https://bit.ly/4oVsR8r
Releasing: October 2, 2025
A sexy grumpy/sunshine, enemies to lovers, hockey romance from bestselling author, Kara Kendrick
He’s the grumpy captain with everything to lose. She’s the PR problem he didn’t ask for.
Hockey is my life. Always has been.
As captain of the team, I’ve built my career on discipline, loyalty, and laser focus.
But after a scandal tanks the franchise’s image, the owner relocates us to Driftwood Cove, a small sleepy Florida beach town.
New name, new strategy.
And a bubbly PR consultant hired to clean up the mess.
Harbor Hayes.
She’s sunshine in a bottle. Bright, blonde and opinionated. Worse—she knows hockey. And exactly how to get under my skin.
We clash from day one and I’m torn between wanting her gone and wanting every inch of her body underneath mine.
The longer we work together, the harder it is to pretend she doesn’t affect me.
When lines blur behind closed doors, we make a deal.
Three rules:
No feelings. No falling. No future.
Until one reckless moment leaks in a viral video.
Now I’m not just leading the team–I’m at the center of a brand-new scandal.
One that could destroy everything.
Especially the woman I swore I’d never fall for.
Add to Goodreads: https://bit.ly/4oVsR8r
August 13, 2025
Slap Shot Scandal Cover Reveal!
Releasing: October 2, 2025
Cover Designer: Emily Wittig Designs
Photographer: Cadwallader Photography, LLC
A sexy grumpy/sunshine, enemies to lovers, hockey romance from bestselling author, Kara Kendrick
He’s the grumpy captain with everything to lose. She’s the PR problem he didn’t ask for.
Hockey is my life. Always has been.
As captain of the team, I’ve built my career on discipline, loyalty, and laser focus.
But after a scandal tanks the franchise’s image, the owner relocates us to Driftwood Cove, a small sleepy Florida beach town.
New name, new strategy.
And a bubbly PR consultant hired to clean up the mess.
Harbor Hayes.
She’s sunshine in a bottle. Bright, blonde and opinionated. Worse—she knows hockey. And exactly how to get under my skin.
We clash from day one and I’m torn between wanting her gone and wanting every inch of her body underneath mine.
The longer we work together, the harder it is to pretend she doesn’t affect me.
When lines blur behind closed doors, we make a deal.
Three rules:
No feelings. No falling. No future.
Until one reckless moment leaks in a viral video.
Now I’m not just leading the team–I’m at the center of a brand-new scandal.
One that could destroy everything.
Especially the woman I swore I’d never fall for.
Pre-order your copy today!
Amazon: https://mybook.to/SlapShotScandal
Add to Goodreads: https://bit.ly/3Uq9y9f
Cover Designer: Emily Wittig Designs
Photographer: Cadwallader Photography, LLC
A sexy grumpy/sunshine, enemies to lovers, hockey romance from bestselling author, Kara Kendrick
He’s the grumpy captain with everything to lose. She’s the PR problem he didn’t ask for.
Hockey is my life. Always has been.
As captain of the team, I’ve built my career on discipline, loyalty, and laser focus.
But after a scandal tanks the franchise’s image, the owner relocates us to Driftwood Cove, a small sleepy Florida beach town.
New name, new strategy.
And a bubbly PR consultant hired to clean up the mess.
Harbor Hayes.
She’s sunshine in a bottle. Bright, blonde and opinionated. Worse—she knows hockey. And exactly how to get under my skin.
We clash from day one and I’m torn between wanting her gone and wanting every inch of her body underneath mine.
The longer we work together, the harder it is to pretend she doesn’t affect me.
When lines blur behind closed doors, we make a deal.
Three rules:
No feelings. No falling. No future.
Until one reckless moment leaks in a viral video.
Now I’m not just leading the team–I’m at the center of a brand-new scandal.
One that could destroy everything.
Especially the woman I swore I’d never fall for.
Pre-order your copy today!
Amazon: https://mybook.to/SlapShotScandal
Add to Goodreads: https://bit.ly/3Uq9y9f
April 24, 2025
Calling the Shots is LIVE!
A sexy small town, forbidden, football romance from bestselling author Kara Kendrick
One fake kiss with the coach next door changes all the rules of the game.
Mack doesn’t give Prince Charming vibes. Sure, he’s tall, ruggedly handsome, and the high school football team’s defensive coordinator. But he's my mom's brooding next-door neighbor—a decade older than me and absolutely forbidden.
Friend-of-my-best friend’s-dad kind of forbidden.
When I'm ditched on a date and losing aura points by the second, I salvage my pride in front of my archenemy the only way I can — I pretend Mack’s my boyfriend. He plays along and seals our fake relationship with a kiss that sets my world on fire.
"Just one night" quickly spirals into secret rendezvous and heart-racing hookups. But then I discover the “blue collar” laid-back coach I've fallen for is hiding secrets of his own. I'm certain we're doomed.
What I don’t count on?
Mack chasing after me—and this time, he's calling the shots.
Download today or read for FREE with Kindle Unlimited
Amazon: https://bit.ly/3XzlXK7
Goodreads: https://bit.ly/4hJdwUr
One fake kiss with the coach next door changes all the rules of the game.
Mack doesn’t give Prince Charming vibes. Sure, he’s tall, ruggedly handsome, and the high school football team’s defensive coordinator. But he's my mom's brooding next-door neighbor—a decade older than me and absolutely forbidden.
Friend-of-my-best friend’s-dad kind of forbidden.
When I'm ditched on a date and losing aura points by the second, I salvage my pride in front of my archenemy the only way I can — I pretend Mack’s my boyfriend. He plays along and seals our fake relationship with a kiss that sets my world on fire.
"Just one night" quickly spirals into secret rendezvous and heart-racing hookups. But then I discover the “blue collar” laid-back coach I've fallen for is hiding secrets of his own. I'm certain we're doomed.
What I don’t count on?
Mack chasing after me—and this time, he's calling the shots.
Download today or read for FREE with Kindle Unlimited
Amazon: https://bit.ly/3XzlXK7
Goodreads: https://bit.ly/4hJdwUr
April 8, 2025
Calling the Shots Excerpt
Leaving me more time to fixate on Gracelyn and the frat bro at the other end of the bar. He’s leaning down, whispering something in her ear. I bet he’s sniffing her floral perfume and wondering what she’d smell like rubbing up on him. Anger surges through me as his meaty paw strokes her arm.
I can’t stand here and watch this. Pulling my phone out, I tap out a text.
Mack: If that dude touches you one more time, he’s going to have a few broken knuckles.
I smash the send button and glare over at the corner, waiting for Gracelyn to read the message. A few seconds later, she picks up her cell and glances at the screen. Then her head pops up, her gaze wandering over the crowd until her crystal blue eyes land on me. She holds an index finger up to frat bro as her hands fly over her cell.
Firecracker: Seriously? You don’t have a claim on me, Mack
Accurate. I have no claim on her at all. And that’s burning me up, from the inside out.
Mack: I know. But I can tell from here he’s not right for you
She flips her hair over her shoulder and shakes her head at her phone.
Firecracker: You don’t know anything about this guy. Maybe he’s Mr. Right
Mack: He definitely isn’t.
Firecracker: How do you know?
Mack: I told you I can tell
Firecracker: Tell what, exactly, from way over there?
Mack: Tell that he’s not me
I can’t stand here and watch this. Pulling my phone out, I tap out a text.
Mack: If that dude touches you one more time, he’s going to have a few broken knuckles.
I smash the send button and glare over at the corner, waiting for Gracelyn to read the message. A few seconds later, she picks up her cell and glances at the screen. Then her head pops up, her gaze wandering over the crowd until her crystal blue eyes land on me. She holds an index finger up to frat bro as her hands fly over her cell.
Firecracker: Seriously? You don’t have a claim on me, Mack
Accurate. I have no claim on her at all. And that’s burning me up, from the inside out.
Mack: I know. But I can tell from here he’s not right for you
She flips her hair over her shoulder and shakes her head at her phone.
Firecracker: You don’t know anything about this guy. Maybe he’s Mr. Right
Mack: He definitely isn’t.
Firecracker: How do you know?
Mack: I told you I can tell
Firecracker: Tell what, exactly, from way over there?
Mack: Tell that he’s not me
March 6, 2025
Calling the Shots Cover Reveal!
Releasing: April 24, 2025
A sexy small town, forbidden, football romance from bestselling author Kara Kendrick
You know what they say about things you can’t have….
My mom’s broody next-door neighbor Mack doesn’t give Prince Charming vibes. Sure, he's tall, ruggedly handsome, and the high school football team’s defensive coordinator. But he’s also a decade older than me and absolutely forbidden.
Friend-of-my-best friend’s-dad kind of forbidden.
Not a love match for sure.
Until I’m on a date and get ditched. Losing aura points by the second, I preserve my dignity in front of my archenemy the only way I can—I pretend that Mack’s my boyfriend. He plays along, selling the story with the best kiss of my life.
Hello fiery chemistry.
One thing leads to another and “just one night” turns into secret trysts and impromptu hookups. Before I know it, I’m head over heels for him. But when I discover that the laidback, sports-loving Mack has secrets and isn’t the “blue collar” regular guy I thought he was, I’m positive the two of us will never work.
What I don’t count on is Mack chasing after me—and this time he’s calling the shots.
Pre-order your copy today!
Amazon: https://bit.ly/3XzlXK7
Add to Goodreads: https://bit.ly/4hJdwUr
A sexy small town, forbidden, football romance from bestselling author Kara Kendrick
You know what they say about things you can’t have….
My mom’s broody next-door neighbor Mack doesn’t give Prince Charming vibes. Sure, he's tall, ruggedly handsome, and the high school football team’s defensive coordinator. But he’s also a decade older than me and absolutely forbidden.
Friend-of-my-best friend’s-dad kind of forbidden.
Not a love match for sure.
Until I’m on a date and get ditched. Losing aura points by the second, I preserve my dignity in front of my archenemy the only way I can—I pretend that Mack’s my boyfriend. He plays along, selling the story with the best kiss of my life.
Hello fiery chemistry.
One thing leads to another and “just one night” turns into secret trysts and impromptu hookups. Before I know it, I’m head over heels for him. But when I discover that the laidback, sports-loving Mack has secrets and isn’t the “blue collar” regular guy I thought he was, I’m positive the two of us will never work.
What I don’t count on is Mack chasing after me—and this time he’s calling the shots.
Pre-order your copy today!
Amazon: https://bit.ly/3XzlXK7
Add to Goodreads: https://bit.ly/4hJdwUr
February 12, 2025
Love in Bloom is FREE!
Love in Bloom by Kara Kendrick is FREE for a limited time!
Download today for FREE!
https://bit.ly/4aZinOS
Blurb:
Valentine’s Day isn’t exactly Morgan’s fave, considering her last boyfriend siphoned her savings account on his sports gambling habit. So her big plans for the day of love include a quick wedding flower delivery, followed by an epic solo Netflix binge on the couch. Plans change when her van overheats and she’s forced to accept a ride from heart-stoppingly gorgeous Dr. Daniel Walker. Who just happens to be a groomsman in the wedding. When a bridesmaid cancels at the last second, Morgan’s cajoled into the dress and finds herself walking down the aisle as Bridesmaid Number Four—and Daniel’s plus-one. But will a magical evening with the handsome cardiac surgeon be enough to heal her wounded heart?
LOVE IN BLOOM is a standalone instalove novella set in Starlight Bay, the small town featured in the MAN OF THE MONTH CLUB series.
Download today for FREE!
https://bit.ly/4aZinOS
Blurb:
Valentine’s Day isn’t exactly Morgan’s fave, considering her last boyfriend siphoned her savings account on his sports gambling habit. So her big plans for the day of love include a quick wedding flower delivery, followed by an epic solo Netflix binge on the couch. Plans change when her van overheats and she’s forced to accept a ride from heart-stoppingly gorgeous Dr. Daniel Walker. Who just happens to be a groomsman in the wedding. When a bridesmaid cancels at the last second, Morgan’s cajoled into the dress and finds herself walking down the aisle as Bridesmaid Number Four—and Daniel’s plus-one. But will a magical evening with the handsome cardiac surgeon be enough to heal her wounded heart?
LOVE IN BLOOM is a standalone instalove novella set in Starlight Bay, the small town featured in the MAN OF THE MONTH CLUB series.
January 16, 2025
Rushing Into Love is Live in Audio!
Narrated by: Wesley Mercer and Cassie Brown
Parent. Work. Football. That’s my life summed up in three words.
Sure, I used to be a pro NFL baller, but now I’m perfectly content with a quiet life in my small hometown of Peachtree Grove, Georgia.
That is until Bree, a beautiful blonde dating expert, gets tackled at my Pee Wee football practice, knocking me off my game. I swore I’d never get involved again after my messy divorce left me reeling, but one date with Bree and I’m dropping all my hesitations—along with my jersey.
Now she has me rethinking my plays.
But will the tabloids, my ex, and Bree’s complicated past keep us in the friendzone?
Listen today!
Audible: https://bit.ly/40be5ib
Amazon: https://bit.ly/3WasfPq
Spotify: https://bit.ly/4j6ZvRD
Goodreads: https://bit.ly/4afEDUk
Parent. Work. Football. That’s my life summed up in three words.
Sure, I used to be a pro NFL baller, but now I’m perfectly content with a quiet life in my small hometown of Peachtree Grove, Georgia.
That is until Bree, a beautiful blonde dating expert, gets tackled at my Pee Wee football practice, knocking me off my game. I swore I’d never get involved again after my messy divorce left me reeling, but one date with Bree and I’m dropping all my hesitations—along with my jersey.
Now she has me rethinking my plays.
But will the tabloids, my ex, and Bree’s complicated past keep us in the friendzone?
Listen today!
Audible: https://bit.ly/40be5ib
Amazon: https://bit.ly/3WasfPq
Spotify: https://bit.ly/4j6ZvRD
Goodreads: https://bit.ly/4afEDUk
