Steamy

by Erika Everest (Curator), Lasairiona E. McMaster (Curator), Tawdra Kandle

Headlined by NY Times and USA Today award winning author, Cat Johnson, along with Tawdra Kandle and eighteen additional steamy all-stars, the heat sweeps past just before the clothes come off in this massive collection of sizzling romance.

Let the fires of passion consume you. From small towns to big cities, from second chances to billionaires, and from bad boy bikers to flirty firemen... Take a chance.

Feel the warm body next to you, and feel the love. You may find it where you least expect it. Romance. With fire. Steamy. An anthology that sizzles. Read it today.


Someone to Fix by Eliza Peake

Devil's Bride by Sarah Bale

First Time Feels by Lasairiona McMaster

Heating Up by Heather Kinnane

Out of Sight by Tracie Delaney

The Marriage Pact by Delancey Stewart

Embracing Her One by Danielle Pays

Bumper Crop by Jessie Harper

The Wild One by Tawdra Kandle

Waiting for the Rapture by Michelle Mink

Promises Kept by Jamie Garrett

Waiting on Wood by L. Ann

Back to You by Cynthia Terelst

Sweet Tooth by K.D. Elizabeth

Country Songs & Righting Wrongs by Dylann Crush

Nobody's Perfect by Nadia Mack

Rocks by Ivy Nelson

Lost Raven by Diana A. Hicks

Cupid's Target by Melinda De Ross

Hot SEAL, Cold Water by Cat Johnson

Genres: Romance

675 pages, ebook

First published January 12, 2021

About the author

Erika Everest believes that a good book is one that has dragons, vampires, or a map at the front – though she makes a special exception for Jane Austen. All of her stories – both published and in progress – have at least one of these elements, and many have two. She has yet to write a story with all three, but she hasn’t ruled it out!

Erika’s fairy tale inspired series, Tales from the Kingdoms of Fable, is available on Amazon and Kindle Unlimited. The prequel novelette, The Orphan Queen, is exclusively available when you sign up for her newsletter.

Erika is the former Managing Editor of Indie Author Magazine, and has co-curated eight anthologies in the past three years for 20Booksto50k® and LMBPN® Publishing. She likes to procrastinate writing fairytales by writing nonfiction books to help authors instead.

She lives with her husband and two children in Dublin, Ireland.

Reviews

[Cat]

HOT SEAL, COLD WATER by Cat Johnson Exclusively Available in the STEAMY Anthology
When a Navy SEAL on leave clashes with a Hollywood producer with bad directions and a worse attitude, they both find something they didn’t know they were looking for.

My story in the STEAMY anthology is HOT SEAL, COLD WATER, a standalone steamy RomCom set in my SEALs in Paradise world and featuring a character you've seen in my other books, Burbank-based TV producer Joanne Rossi, and a new character, Coronado Navy SEAL Jacob.

Catch-up with any of my SEALs in Paradise stories you missed before the release of the next full length standalone novel, HOT SEAL, HEARTBREAKER, coming in time for Valentines Day.

Hot SEAL, Dirty Martini -Clay
"adorably hilarious love story!"

Hot SEAL, Tijuana Nights -Zach
“sexual tension out the wazoo!”

Hot SEAL, Runaway Bride -Nick
"deliciously page-turning"

Hot SEAL, Heartbreaker *PREORDER*
Note: All SEALs in Paradise stories stand alone.

SEE THE SERIES AT https://catjohnson.net/series/seals-i...

THE STEAMY 4-1-1
WHAT: Steamy is a multiauthor collaboration of short steamy contemporary romance standalone stories from 20 authors with a range of experience, all chosen from the many submissions.
WHEN: Available NOW but for a limited time only.
WHERE: Purchase on Amazon or borrow free with your Kindle Unlimited (KU) subscription. Note: Because Amazon demands exclusivity for books listed in the KU program, the Steamy eBook can NOT be sold by other vendors (IE Nook, Apple, Google, Kobo, etc).
HOW: A Kindle device is NOT required to read Kindle books on the free Kindle app available for iOS and Android devices, as well as Mac and PC. If you have a computer, smart phone or tablet, you can read Steamy on the Kindle app.
WHY: Steamy is a project of 20Booksto50K®, a group founded to provide authors free, accessible publishing and writing mentorship and education. The premise is 'a rising tide lifts all boats' when we all work together.

[Ivy Nelson]

I'm in a thing! So excited to be part of this steamy anthology!

Hint, my book features a side character from the Diamond Doms series and he has tattoos. So does the heroine. I cannot wait for you to fall in love with Mitch and Amalia!

[Michelle Mink · Rating 5 out of 5]

So excited to get to participate in this anthology with its *amazing* caliber of authors! You guys are in for a heck of a treat.

A hot, STEAMY, sexy treat. ;)

[Jennifer Duncan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Anthology

I really enjoyed this anthology, the stories were great found some new authors that I'd like to read more from

[Catlou · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have read several of these stories and found them to be delightfully sexy tales filled with a lot of emotions and steamy passion. The stories may be short, but they pack quite a lot in each telling.

I was drawn to this collection because of THE WILD ONE. If you’re a fan of Tawdra Kandle’s Love in a Small Town series, you’re familiar with Kiki Payton and Troy Beck. Well, this is their story, and it is a wild one. The emotions are strong and fiercely felt as Kiki struggles with her feelings, wanting to push Troy away, just as he fights to keep Kiki close, not only in his heart but by his side. It’s a wonderful love story that will tug at your heartstrings and leave your heart full.

This is just one description, but I know it holds true for the other stories in this collection. Of the ones I’ve read so far, they are complete vignettes that will leave you completely satisfied at the end of each tale. They’re heartwarming, inspiring, charming, and well worth the read.

[Elise Hoffman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great anthology

I definitely have a favorite story, you’ll have to find yours. I’ve also been introduced a bunch of authors I didn’t know yet, and I’m itching to get some more books! Worth the read!

[Tommie G · Rating 5 out of 5]

I need to apply to be a housekeeper!

Love these novellas! My favorite from this anthology is by L Ann-Waiting On Wood. I love Wood and Tami’s banter both full of sass and wit and of course a HEA. A must read novella that needs to be turned into a full novel! A must read.

[V · Rating 4 out of 5]

A little bit of everything!

A great collection of short romances, all with HEAs. There are MF, FF, MM, and MMF stories included.

Overall, I thought this was a great book. It was nice to discover new authors and get a taste of their style. Since there is such a wide selection of stories, it was also nice to read a coupling or trope that I wouldn’t normally pick.

[Anna · Rating 5 out of 5]

It was hot, hot, hot! I enjoy reading the novellas for a change from the novels every now and then and this collection was perfect. I purchased b/c Eliza Peake is one of my favorite writers, and she didn't disappoint in this one. But the other stories in the collection were fun...and oh where is my husband...

[Bourbon, Books and Brenda · Rating 4 out of 5]

I am not one for short stories or anthologies, but as soon as I saw that L. Ann had a story in this anthology, I knew I had to read it. This review is for Waiting on Wood by L. Ann

It's no secret that L. Ann is one of my favorite authors, and regardless of whether she is writing a 500+ book or a short story, her writing is always impeccable and I know I will get a wonderfully complete story. This short was no different. The wealthy writer and the housekeeper... yes please! It was fun, hot, and of course steamy. My only complaint I wanted more! But then again, I always want more.

[C. Gray · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 stars for this steamy as sin anthology just isn’t enough. Thanks to this anthology I now have a bunch of new authors I’ll be reading. Grab a strong, cold drink and get comfortable because once you start you won’t be able to stop until the very end. 🖤🔥❤️🔥🖤

[Fedora · Rating 4 out of 5]

Someone to Fix by Eliza Peake ////
Landon Gray and Iris Armstrong were best friends with maybe the promise of more. When Landon returns after a stint overseas, the death and pain he’s witnessed firsthand have left him broken and convinced he’s beyond help. Iris and he are able to renew their friendship and discover that together they can give each other hope and help for a better future together.

A lovely story.

Devil’s Bride by Sarah Bale ///
Kinsley Grace Hamilton, a senator’s daughter, and Hades, a motorcycle club president, marry to fulfill a deal made when he helped out the congressman. To their surprise, they develop feelings...


First Time Feels by Lasairiona McMaster ///.
Ana Williams and Cadhla ‘Ky’ Ni Corrain have been roommates and friends for years. Ky is bi, while Ana’s straight... or is she?


Heating Up by Heather Kinnane ///.
Mia meets firefighters Gage and Laken when she’s disposing of some items her ex left behind. When they propose getting to know each other better, the three of them find more than they could have hoped for.


Out of Sight by Tracie Delaney ///.
Cass and Booker Riggs split a couple years back but meet by chance on a flight back home. Sometimes people change just enough and the timing is right.


The Marriage Pact by Delancey Stewart ///
Alexander St. Vienne and Camille Alfonsi got engaged with a Ring Pop at the tender age of eight. Whether they still share feelings for each other decades later remains to be seen.


Embracing Her One by Danielle Pays ///.
Lily Waters and Ryker McCormick were high school sweethearts and then beyond until he broke her heart with a Dear Jane letter. But maybe in some cases, you can go home again...


Bumper Crop by Jessie Harper ///.
Laney King and Matthew “Matty” Sullivan gave each other up to give themselves the space to pursue their dreams. When they both are back in town decades later and still find the chemistry burning fiercely, it seems to be a sign...


The Wild One by Tawdra Kandle ///.
Troy Beck, an up and coming country singer, and Kiki Payton, a bakery owner, share one scorching hot introduction that leads to more...


Waiting for Rapture by Michelle Mink ///
Jason Roberts and Sophia meet at a bar but work intrudes to keep these potential lovers apart.


Promises Kept by Jamie Garrett ///
Bobby and Lauren are mourning Nick, Lauren’s late husband. But someone from Bobby and Nick’s past is pretty unhappy they’re still alive and is coming to finish the job.


Waiting on Wood by L. Ann ///
Tami Levers is making an unforgettable first impression on her new boss, Callahan Woodrow. Hired by Wood’s sister Phoebe to be his housekeeper/assistant, Tami doesn’t expect her employer to be quite so hot or so irresistible!


Back to You by Cynthia Terelst ///.
Chloe and Alex used to be a thing five years ago. Now they are road tripping across Australia for Alex’s sister and Chloe’s BFF Sam’s wedding. Assuming they survive the ten days...


Sweet Tooth by KD Elizabeth ///.
Marco Vitale the CEO and Izzy Jenssen, aka Danish, the office assistant... sparks fly the first time they meet, but propriety keeps them professionally focused for the next year... until all that repressed attraction blows up in their faces.


Country Songs & Righting Wrongs by Dylan Crush ////
Morgan Yancy and Ryder Williams have a second chance when Morgan returns to town to try to bolster her flagging creative energy for her new album...


Nobody’s Perfect by Nadia Mack ///
Phil and Cole have been friends for years. Sharing a bed one night after a night out changes Phil’s perspective, and their friendship forever. M/M, gay for you, cross dressing.


Rocks by Ivy Nelson ////
Amalia Sanchez and Mitch Hartley shared a hot night four years ago that introduced Amalia to a new world and lifestyle. When they meet again on a television project, Mitch realizes that she’s been what he’s been missing this whole time.



Lost Raven by Diana A. Hicks ///
Massimo Alfera and EJ (Everleigh James) Holt meet when he’s street racing the souped-up car she built for her brother. Massimo’s looking to get out of the mob life but family has a way of sticking close.


Cupid’s Target by Melinda De Ross ///
Lexi has had a crush on Harper for years but her best friend’s brother never looked at her twice. Alexia Brown is all grown up now, and a shooting instructor. Harper Williams is a practicing lawyer.



Hot SEAL, Cold Water by Cat Johnson
Jacob and Joanne Rossi meet when she has trouble finding the house her company has rented for the latest TV reality show.

[Linda Dunn · Rating 5 out of 5]

This review is for Country Songs & Righting Wrongs by Dylann Crush

It is never too late to begin again.

Morgan Yancy was not thrilled about returning to her home town of Swallow Springs. It had been 5 years since she left. Her dream of becoming a country star in Nashville was everything she had hoped for, but lately her song writing was lacking. It no longer had heart. She needed her mojo back, so she returned home to hopefully get some inspiration.

Ryder Williams knew about losing one's hope. An injury stopped him from his ultimate dream to play NFL football. Morgan and Ryder were like two peas in a pod in High School until Morgan left to try and make it big in Nashville. I love hometown second chance romances especially when it comes with a HEA.

[Jennifer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Steamy is right!

The Marriage Pact by Delancey Stewart packs a lot of steam and heart in a short story! I love friends to lovers and this story of childhood sweethearts (they got “engaged” at 8 years with a Ring Pop!) finding each other again as adults hit the right notes. While I would love this as a longer story, this was a tasty little treat. I’m sure the rest of the stories in this collection will be just as satisfying!

[SB · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great collection of stories though I definitely wish some were longer. Awesome way to find new authors to read and follow. Perfect when you have limited time to read!

[Corinne Basmaison · Rating 5 out of 5]

Steamy, an anthology, is a collection of 20 short stories that will satisfy everyone's taste. What is great about it, if you're like me and hate to stop in the middle of a story, is that you can pick it up and finish one story in about an hour, then shut the book and go about your day until you have enough time for your next story. Or you can read through the night because you cannot get enough of it ;)

In this anthology, recognised, best-selling authors along with emerging ones take us around the world, all across the United States, from the humid South to the busy Northern cities, from the Big Apple to the rural Midwest and from lush Ireland to the wild landscapes of Australia or the English countryside, there's really something to satisfy everyone's curiosity.

Of course, when you pick up such a book, you don't do so to go on a geographical discovery (though I found it a nice bonus) and on all other aspects, the book delivers too.
The stories have well built characters that you want to learn more about, in a wide variety. I was happy to read stories about youngsters falling in love in their twenties, because that's what you hope for every young person. But I was also very happy to read stories with older main characters, who had a later start in life for various reasons, or who had to start over.

It was also great to see all sorts of love stories depicted, not just the usual one man-one woman.
There are 4 stories I can think of that show unusual relationships, and I am really happy to see so many different representations in simple, genuine love stories that don't feel the need to prove a point, just to show a great story. They are actually part of my favourites.

I won't name all the ones I really enjoyed, because I enjoyed them all, but the ones that struck me most are
Heating Up, by Heather Kinnane, the story of a single woman rescued by two hot and very obliging firemen; this one was hot on many levels. Australia, that must be why.

Bumper Crop, by Jessie Harper, a second chance story with two older main characters who meet over a tomato plant (with a background of older parents and dementia, I liked that the story really had it all);

First Time Feels, by Lasairiona McMaster, where two best friends realise they have feelings for each other. One of my fave authors, with her usual in depth characters, humour and sass, and one Hot Hot Hot scene!

Country Songs and Righting Wrongs, by Dylann Crush, a sweet love story between two stars on the verge of losing it all, in one small town in the middle of nowhere.

Nobody's Perfect, by Nadia Mack; I LOVE how Mack brought this story along, how she made her characters come to life, exuberant but somehow still totally credible. Really well done.

The Marriage Pact, by Delancey Stewart, or how a sweet childhood love is reignited after years apart, even under the least favourable circumstances

Embracing Her One, by Danielle Pays, well written story of a second chance romance.

The Wild One, by Tawdra Kandle, because it is... wild and unusual :)

Waiting on Wood, by L.Ann; this one is a jewel of British humour and sass. well written, you sort of know where it's going, but you want to know HOW it's going to get there. And the path is lovely, to say the least.

Back To You, by Cynthia Terelst, takes us on a journey through Australia and these two characters' second chance and both are a beauty to enjoy.

Sweet Tooth, by K. D. Elizabeth is a fun story of enemies to lovers; how she managed to make it work so seamlessly in such a short story is impressive: her characters have depth, the story feels plausible, and I was hooked.

Rocks, by Ivy Nelson; a story which shows that kink and abuse are two very different things, and that D/s is all about respect.

I feel like I've named them all, or close to. They are all great stories, some just more to my taste than others :)

But thanks to this anthology, I have discovered new authors I didn't know, and I'm thankful for that.
You should all run and grab this book!

[Julia Butterfield - Stevens · Rating 4 out of 5]

There should be a bit of something for everyone in this anthology of short, steamy stories, I am reviewing the story by one of my favourite authors, Tracie Delaney.

Out of Sight

This was a sweet, sexy but emotional second chance love story. When Booker ended things with the love of his life, it broke his own heart as well as hers, but at the time his reasons were clear..... protect Cass from the hell he was about to go through.

This story had a lot of depth considering it is a short novella. It will pull on your heartstrings, it did mine especially as it parallels a lot of my current reality so I completely empathised with all the emotions both Booker and Cass went through. Two lovely characters who also deserve their HEA and a well written story easily read in one sitting.

[Marie Scovill · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a great way to help keep you warm on a cold winters night!! The stories were so much fun to read and a good way to maybe find a new author. Melinda DeRoss was one of my favorites, but all were fantastic.

[Shea Lowell · Rating 5 out of 5]

I downloaded this with my kindle unlimited subscription and it was perfect. Each story is unique but engaging. I am so glad I read this. I have some new authors to add to my list of "must reads." I highly recommend this.

[Angela Hillier · Rating 5 out of 5]

Steamy is a great collection of short stories to make you swoon, giggle and just keep you entertained for a few hours. I don’t usually read all the stories in these things , but as I started to go through I found myself enjoying them.I have noted some authors that I would like to explore further and look forward to reading some of their other stuff.

[Stacey Broadbent · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! What a fantastic collection of steamy stories! Everything from best friends, to best friend’s brother, from mobsters to employees and the boss, so many different tropes explored and executed exquisitely.

I now have a whole lot more authors to add to my TBR pile.

Well worth the read.

[Dawn D · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved the story of the two long time friends who realise that they actually are becoming more...

[Judy E. Hagemann · Rating 5 out of 5]

WOW just WOW


A plethora of steamy short stories guaranteed to get your attention and keep you reading until the end. Great read.

[Quinn Fforde · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great stories

[Becky · Rating 2 out of 5]

Short, sexy, steamy!

This is a collection of very short, sexy, steamy stories by a bunch of new and familiar authors. You get second chance romance, military romance, MMF romance, BBW romance and much much more. If you like shorts you'll love this book. Some characters & stories I liked some I didn't.
Free with K.U. 2.75 stars

[Monika Wojcik · Rating 2 out of 5]

OKish

Not quite what I expected. Some of the stories are very good. Some totally not up my alley. I bought this book because I like Cat Johnson's books but I didn't know any other authors. I might check out 2 more after reading their stories, but not the rest.

[Gail Atkins · Rating 3 out of 5]

A collection of short steamy stories. For me, a lot the stories were too similar and predictable but I can imagine I am in the minority.

[Denise Schenk · Rating 3 out of 5]

I really enjoyed some these short stories. There were some I didn't read due to the content of the stories.

[E.G. Bateman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well that was a large and spicy book.