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The playlist is such an important part of the writing process for me. It includes songs I listened to while writing the book and also songs that remind me of the characters and story. I hope you enjoy this (mostly) up-beat, sexy playlist for Sebastian and Georgina from RIGHT WHERE I WANT YOU. Click the image to listen on Spotify:

OBSESSION, the final installment of the Explicitly Yours Series, is now live in audio. This completes the series—binge listen, anyone? Narrated by Christian Fox, this is a scintillating and sexy series you don't want to miss!
​ Obsession (Explicitly Yours 4) Beau Olivier never intended to fall in love, but what was once his conquest has become his prize. Until he ends up in the same position he was 10 years earlier - between Lola's legs and begging to have her. So when she disappears into thin air, leaving him empty-handed and alone, Beau is consumed with the need to find her.
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As Lola gets farther from his reach, Beau is driven to the brink of insanity trying to find her. When he reaches the edge, he has to decide if he can let Lola go for good - or if he'll bring her down with him. AUDIBLE AMAZON ITUNES

My December 28th release has a BRAND NEW look, and I'm positively glowing over it! I decided to make some changes and I'm so glad I did. This suits the story perfectly and I can't wait for you all to meet Sebastian and Georgina in RIGHT WHERE I WANT YOU...coming 12/28!

There’s a thin line between love and hate . . . and it cuts right through the middle of their office.

Bad boys? They run right over good girls like Georgina Keller. But after a confidence-shattering breakup, she’s determined not to let anyone at her new workplace push her around—least of all the brooding creative director, a “bad boy of publishing” who’s made it clear she’s enemy #1.

Sebastian Quinn's taste for fast cars, late nights, and beautiful women may have gotten him to the top of a leading New York magazine, but the reputation that made him is suddenly threatening to end his career.

Georgina can help Modern Man shed its bad reputation, but in order to do that, she’ll have to start at the top—and no amount of rakish charm or inconvenient attraction will distract her.

Because if Sebastian gets her right where he wants her, it means she’s going down. 

*Formerly The Bad Boy Issue.
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Provocation is audiobook three in the scintillating Explicitly Yours series from USA Today best-selling author Jessica Hawkins. Narrated by Christian Fox.
For Beau Olivier, control is everything. He thought getting his power back from Lola Winters meant he'd won the game, but all he did was teach her how to play. Now, Lola's ready to take on the master himself, and only she knows the rules.
In order for Lola to get close enough to hurt him, she has to love him. It won't be easy to love the devil, but it will be worth it - if it means sending him to hell where he belongs.
AUDIBLE AMAZON ITUNES START WITH BOOK 1

I'm excited to have some updates for you on my new release. As you can see from my Instagram post this weekend, the book has surpassed 100,000 words...it's going to be a big one. YAY!

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100,000 words coming your way soon. How do you feel about big books? I love them, but maaaan the editing process takes it out of me. It’s almost like editing two books in one go. • “There’s a thin line between love and hate...and it cuts right through the middle of their office.” Coming soon!

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There have been a few unexpected snags, which I'm choosing to see as blessings in disguise. The book went through some rigorous edits toward the end, and by the time I came out of the writing cave (part-zombie), the story was different—and a million times better—but I'm still in the last stages of transforming it from caterpillar to butterfly ðŸ˜‰

Here's exciting part #1: I no longer feel the current cover & title reflects the story, so it's getting a makeover! That takes time, along with those editorial changes I want to make sure are smoothed out. These are blessings because I could've pushed myself to release anyway, but I stepped back and realized I can do better.

I've decided to reschedule the release for 12/28/18. As always, these changes are made with you, the readers, in mind. I want to give Georgina & Sebastian the story they deserve.
Exciting part #2: once we're closer to the release, I'll fill you in on my plans for 2019 because I've got some things up my sleeve & I'm just too eager to keep my mouth shut...

I so appreciate how understanding you all are. Check back here or join my mailing list to see the new cover once it's ready!

Coming November 28th, The Bad Boy Issue, a brand new enemies-to-lovers office romance dramedy! The issue with bad boys? I’m not one—but I’m not about to put a stop to the rumors. My taste for fast cars, late nights, and beautiful women helped get me to the top of a leading New York magazine known for its tongue-in-cheek humor and over-the-top masculinity. But after an industry exposé maligns me as a womanizer, the reputation that made me is suddenly threatening to end my career. Damage control comes in the form of a pretty, pint-sized “fixer,” but from the moment I meet Georgina Keller, I can’t help thinking she’s eager to land the final blow—and maybe even my job.

The issue with bad boys? They run right over good girls like me. But after a confidence-shattering breakup, I’m determined not to let anyone at my new workplace push me around—not even the brooding Sebastian Quinn, who’s made it clear I’m the enemy. I’m ready to help Modern Man magazine shed its bad reputation, but to do that, I’ll have to start at the top . . . and no amount of rakish charm or inconvenient attraction is going to distract me.

Because it’s true what they say—there’s a thin line between love and hate.
And it cuts right through the middle of our office.

✓ enemies-to-lovers
✓ office romance
✓ dramedy
✓ November 28th

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DOMINATION, book two in the Explicitly Yours series, is here! Christian Fox continues to blow me away as the stark, domineering, and quietly romantic Beau Olivier. I hope you're all ready to fall in deeper love-hate with my most erotic, most alphahole hero yet...

PS this is book 2 in a series. See below to start with book 1!

After submitting to a millionaire for a night, Lola Winters' dreams are suddenly within grasp - until she discovers Beau Olivier's money doesn't go as far as she'd thought. As unexpected costs appear and her relationship is tested, Lola begins to question what she really wants. Lola knows she can solve her problems with one phone call, but she may risk going too far to have it all. Because she's not dealing with just anyone - Beau Olivier is a master. For Beau, there's no such thing as too far. There is only conquest. There is only victory. 
Beau already possessed Lola's mind, body, and soul for a night, but it wasn't enough. Like Lola, he wants more than he got. But the more they have...the more there is to lose.

Domination (Explicitly Yours, 2)
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Audible ➜ http://bit.ly/dominationaudible
iTunes ➜ still publishing

Possession (Explicitly Yours, 1)
Amazon ➜ https://amzn.to/2pKg24s
Audible ➜ http://bit.ly/possessionaudible2
iTunes ➜ http://bit.ly/possessionitunes Want to nibble before you take a bite? Listen to this very HOT, very NSFW sample of Domination:

Hide your children. Roll up the car windows. Keep your husband on standby. Christian Fox narrates POSSESSION & he's bringing the hot hot heat.
Ever since I hired Christian for this project, I've been dying for the day you'd all get to experience him telling this story. That day has come, and let me tell you . . .
This man does not disappoint.
He narrates this story beautifully start to finish, and I'll warn you now: some parts might melt your earbuds. He's that good. Definitely roll up the car windows for Possession, book 1 in my most erotic series to date.

▷ Audible ➜ http://bit.ly/possessionaudible
▷ Amazon ➜ https://amzn.to/2uzG4tM
▷ iTunes ➜ http://bit.ly/possessionitunes
Lola Winters doesn't think she can escape her life as a waitress—until she receives a shocking proposition from a sexy stranger. Wealthy businessman Beau Olivier wants Lola for a night, and in order to get her, he's willing to make her dreams come true.
But Beau's conditions are explicit. From sunset to sunrise, Lola must submit all of herself to him—body, mind, and soul. Because nothing is more important to Beau than maintaining control . . . especially over his possessions.
Sometimes, though, things don't go according to plan. What if one night isn't enough?

​Start listening:

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▷ iTunes ➜ http://bit.ly/possessionitunes 

Now Available for Listening: Lake + Manning, narrated by Andi Arndt The final book in the Something in the Way series, and a  USA Today  best seller. Narrated by audio romance favorite Andi Arndt.

Manning and I have what happily ever after is made of....
A home he built us on the unshakable foundation we fought for.
A life of laughter carved out of heartache and betrayal.
A love story to stand the test of time.

But between a trust that can't be broken, joy that can't be bridled, and passion that would scorch the sun, the empty spaces are becoming more and more difficult to ignore....
Fears that keep Manning up at night as he slips from our bed.
Our complicated relationship with a man he respects, and one I don't know how to forgive.
And a sprawling, beautiful home with one small room I'm afraid I'll never be able to fill.

Manning and I have what happily ever after is made of....
But I'll beg the heavens for just one thing more. AUDIBLE AMAZON ITUNES LISTEN TO A SAMPLE

New Release!
Lake + Manning, the final book in my epic love saga, is now available...
Manning and I have what happily-ever-after is made of . . .
A home he built us on the unshakeable foundation we fought for.
A life of laughter carved out of heartache and betrayal.
A love story to stand the test of time.

But between a trust that can’t be broken, joy that can’t be bridled, and passion that would scorch the sun, the empty spaces are becoming more and more difficult to ignore . . .
Fears that keep Manning up at night as he slips from our bed.
Our complicated relationship with a man he respects and one I don't know how to forgive.
And a sprawling, beautiful home with one small room I'm afraid I'll never be able to fill.

Manning and I have what happily-ever-after is made of . . .
But I'll beg the heavens for just one thing more. ​ IBOOKS AMAZON GOOGLE PLAY KOBO NOOK PAPERBACK AUDIOBOOK ALERT