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1 y separately published work icon The Reset Imogene Nix , Australia : Love Books Publishing , 2022 25730567 2022 single work novella horror

'A zombie apocalypse is here, but figuring out how to survive in the immediate aftermath is only the first step.

'Elaine is just an ordinary woman, but when the apocalypse occurs, she must find a way to survive in an increasingly hostile world. Enter Liam, the policeman who saves her at their first meeting and provides assistance as they try to cope with the zombie outbreak brought about by an unknown infection that's spreading out of control.

'Together they form a community, trying to save as many lives as they can, a place where people can be safe. Even in the throes of disaster though, emotions creep up, taking both of them by surprise. Who knows? They might just get their happy ever after...if they can survive.' (Publication summary)

1 y separately published work icon A Zombiology Novel Imogene Nix , 2022 Australia : Love Books Publishing , 2022 25730520 2022 series - author novella horror
1 y separately published work icon A Bar in Paris Imogene Nix , Australia : Love Books Publishing , 2021 6660765 2013 single work novel romance

'Ever considered a naughty weekend? A "Hook-Up" with no strings?

'What does a woman do when she's turning thirty? She takes a sexy weekend trip to Paris looking for commitment-free sex. Or, that's what Davina Chalmers does, anyway.

'Enter Johnathon a tall charming Englishman. How can she possibly resist his charm and that dimple?

'But what starts out as a lark quickly becomes so much more. But how does one weekend become a lifetime? And how does a lie of omission bring everything into jeopardy?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

1 y separately published work icon Curse Bound Imogene Nix , Australia : Love Books Publishing , 2021 21230141 2021 single work novel romance fantasy

'Living in Paradise should be simple...

'When Tabitha finally prepares to say her final goodbye to her beloved father, it opens a link to her past and her ancestors. Her inheritance takes her to an island off the Queensland coast, where she discovers she's tasked with finding the answer to the loss of the sea-faring ancestor.

'Christian, an Archaeologist, enters the scene. Tall, good looking, and interested in Tabitha. When they discover that he's a descendant of the captain's wife, it leaves them both with more questions and danger than they're prepared for.

'As they draw closer to finding the key to the long-held secret, it brings many things into question.

'Only one is how to defeat the evil incarnate that wants control of what they may find.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

1 y separately published work icon Executing Justice Imogene Nix , Australia : Love Books Publishing , 2021 21229395 2014 single work novel romance

'The end game is looming, but whether the last of the Ito family will find his happily ever after is in the balance.

'Tomi Ito must deal with the knowledge that the woman he's loved forever, Gillian Edgemont, thinks he's abandoned her in her time of need. But when he's abducted, she's there to help save him.

'Gillian is running from the wreck of her life and the unrequited passion she holds for her former boss, Senator Tomi Ito. When he follows her to Vega II so does the danger that's been dogging the Ito family.

'As the finale looms, does it include a future for Tomi and Gillian? Or will it all turn to ashes?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

1 y separately published work icon Starburst Imogene Nix , Australia : Love Books Publishing , 2021 21228812 2013 single work novel science fiction romance

'Can Meredith and Chowd survive the politics and war, or will secrets tear them apart?

'Meredith Gentry is a woman with a mission. Her skills are vital in assisting in the defeat of the rogues who seek to annihilate the Federation. Her task, to decode all the files and communications found on the Alpha Star Colony, is made far more difficult by the proximity of the man who makes her yearn for love.

'Chowd knows he's different. He's an alien-human hybrid, one of very few. Those differences always kept him apart—except on the Elector. Until now he's accepted that...mostly.

'When Meredith is sent to work on the Elector, the differences that should keep them apart don't seem to matter—yet it's Chowd's heritage that threatens to destroy the fragile peace between the humans and Ru'Edan.

'With so much on the line, is there truly a way these two lovers can be together? Especially when Chowd's heritage is exposed.'

Source: Publisher's blurb (3rd ed.).

1 y separately published work icon Star of the Fleet Imogene Nix , Australia : Love Books Publishing , 2021 21228208 2012 single work novel science fiction romance

'When betrayal and loyalty collide, can love overcome all obstacles?

'Kera Aarens is strong, sexy, and focused on her new role as commander of security on Aenna, but she's recovering from injuries she suffered at the hand of Crick Sur Banden, the leader of the Ru'Edan Rogues. Offered the job of protecting the hidden Admiralty base, this driven warrior is desperate to regain her balance.

'Admiral Gustav Elphin is in charge of the base and was previously Kera's commander aboard The Star of Ishtar, the scene of his greatest regret. He vividly remembers—and regrets—not fulfilling the promise of one night of passion with this amazing woman. Now Kera's back in his life and he'd do just about anything to close the emotional chasm between them.

'Facing a breach of station security, and multiple personal threats to each of them, Kera and Gustav must work together to neutralize the agent who's hidden among the workers of the station.

'Somewhere along the way, maybe, they will find a second chance at love.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

1 y separately published work icon Starfire Imogene Nix , Australia : Love Books Publishing , 2021 21228081 2012 single work novel science fiction romance

'Jemma and Raven find forever on the eve of war.

'Jemma Cardnew is hard-nosed and determined. Her life consisted of growing up in an orphanage, only to be kidnapped and dumped at the academy without choice by those in charge of the Elector. She deems anyone telling her how to live her life to be high-handed. That includes Raven, the ship's gorgeous engineer, no matter how much she feels emotionally drawn to him.

'Raven Fraser has a multitude of problems: the power matrix of the Elector is leaving the ship unprotected and afloat in space while Crick Sur Banden taunts the Empire, leaving them on the verge of war. And the woman he dreams of is avoiding him, playing havoc with his concentration.

'Thrust together under trying circumstances, the promise of explosive passion consumes them both as they attempt to save the Empire.'

Source: Publisher's blurb (3rd ed.).

1 y separately published work icon The Star of Ishtar Imogene Nix , Australia : Love Books Publishing , 2021 21227969 2012 single work novella science fiction romance

'The first time Elara laid eyes on Grayson was when he rescued her from the clutches of a madman and his scientists who were kidnapping humans and conducting horrific experiments on them. That was years ago. In spite of her attempts to deepen their relationship, they remained nothing more than close friends.

'Now Elara is a medic with the Admiralty, and she knows what she wants. It's been Grayson since the beginning. When Elara is stationed on the Star of Ishtar, she arrives with a plan to further her career. But this time her plan has an added bonus—to finally get her man.

'Grayson's spent years fighting the connection between himself and Elara. He's certain it only exist because he saved her life. But his will is failing, and he fears he just might give in to temptation.'

Source: Publisher's blurb (2021 ed.).

1 y separately published work icon Starline Imogene Nix , Australia : Love Books Publishing , 2021 21227725 2012 single work novel science fiction romance

'One man, one woman, one psychotic alien. The race is on to save humanity. Past, present, and future.

'Mellissa Davis is your average bookstore owner and aspiring romance author until one day an electronic bookpad slides through the mail slot of her small store. Now all she has to worry about is a sexy, time-traveling stealth ship captain, staying out of the way of the bad guy, and saving the universe. Not much to ask…

'Duvall McCord, an up-and-coming space captain, travels to the past to stop the Ru'Edan leader's plans to destroy the Earth Empire before it can be formed. His mission? Retrieve the handbook for the Elector. He doesn't count on saving a woman who intrigues him or having to bring her back to his time in order to keep her safe.

'Time is running out. They must do whatever they can to stop the plot, but will it be enough?'

Source: Publisher's blurb (3rd ed.).

1 y separately published work icon Loving Memories Imogene Nix , Australia : Love Books Publishing , 2021 21227581 2021 single work novel romance

'A second chance at love could come with a killer price tag.

'Jenny Douglas has the grim task of returning her friend's body to the man she loved.

'Steve Davies is grieving for the woman he lost while trying to care for the foster child she left behind—a little girl he has come to think of as his own. Jenny and Steve must work together to try to figure out who killed Cara. And if a little bit of passion gets in the way, well…it's not the real thing…or is it?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

1 y separately published work icon Blood Secrets Imogene Nix , Australia : Love Books Publishing , 2020- 20467431 2013 series - author novel romance fantasy
1 y separately published work icon My One and Only Imogene Nix , Australia : Love Books Publishing , 2020 21230237 2020 single work novella romance

'When a wedding shoot goes all wrong, Amanda, international model extraordinaire—and coincidentally, the girl next door—is ready to give up on her best friend Charlie, until he makes a revelation that changes the way she sees him.

'Charlie may have lusted (and loved) Amanda from afar for years, but he’s willing to take a chance and ask her to join him in modelling his line of jewellery for a wedding magazine special. One last shot of the dice, so to speak. Will she wear the ring he designed just for her?

'Their secret desire for each other is unmasked by the paparazzi and whatever happens next, is sure to be sizzling hot.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

1 y separately published work icon The Assassin Imogene Nix , Australia : Love Books Publishing , 2020 21229324 2014 single work novella romance

'Kumi Ito has her mission, as does Carmichael Snow, but are their objectives compatible?

'Kumi Ito is a woman with a problem. Since assuming the role of head of the Commerce Department, she's found discrepancies…the kind that could cause anarchy if the truth got out.

'When Carmichael Snow, the commander of the Emancipation, comes across intelligence that someone has placed a hit on Kumi, he has to save her. His plan? Hide her and find the assassin.

'As they dodge the killer, a passion ignites between them that runs from simmering all the way to steamy. But will the actions of one snatch away their happiness before they can accept what is growing between them?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

1 y separately published work icon War's End Imogene Nix , Australia : Love Books Publishing , 2020 21229220 2014 single work novella romance

'Forced apart by war five years ago, Renjiro and Selina have another chance at love. Can they make it work or does fate have other plans?

'Without the citizenship of the Federation, Indy pilot Selina Codecko is treated like a second-class citizen. When she gets caught up in a bar brawl she's arrested and finds herself in the hands of the Justice Officers.

'Renjiro Ito has dreamed of Selina for five long years. As the Commander of the Justice Officers, the plight of this one woman will turn his life upside down.

'But there's more going on than just the fate of one woman—there's a seething underbelly that wants to destroy their newly expanded Federation. The chances of a future together are slim, but they'll take any chances that come their way. Will it be enough?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

1 y separately published work icon Sorcerer's Touch Imogene Nix , Australia : Love Books Publishing , 2020 20468481 2016 single work novel romance fantasy

'As the endgame looms, choices must be made, changes must occur and skills must be refined, but as they take one last throw of the dice, everything hangs in the balance.
'Since the Slaughterhouse Rout, Daniel has nursed his abilities, but the decision he faces will change his life and those of everyone around him. Whether the change is positive or not remains to be seen.
'Cressida fears that history will repeat itself. Once before she lost everything she held dear, but after centuries of hiding she must face her past in order to forge a new future. Has she waited too long and pushed Daniel away too well?
'The darkness draws closer…'

Source : publisher's blurb

1 y separately published work icon The Illuminated Witch Imogene Nix , Australia : Love Books Publishing , 2020 20467993 2014 single work novel romance fantasy

'Celina has always been alone, until the new Master, Javed, draws her close. But danger and passion are never far away. 

'After years of struggling alone, Celina—a witchling of immense power—must find her place in the world of vampires.

'But while Javed is building a new nest—the first new one in a century—and struggling to overcome his own demons, an ancient evil stirs.

'Now with Celina in danger, time running out and the demands of a fledgling nest, can their love possibly overcome every obstacle?'

Source : publisher's blurb

1 y separately published work icon The Blood Bride Imogene Nix , Australia : Love Books Publishing , 2020 20467534 2013 single work novel romance fantasy

'Hope and Xavier must fight for their lives and those of the innocents in a battle for good and evil. But will it be enough? Hope just wants to be an ordinary nestling. She went to college and escaped, but now she's back and there's a secret everyone is keeping from her. Xavier is the new master of the nest, ready to welcome home the daughter of the house who he has never met. He's unprepared for the woman who steals his breath and enchants him. Now Hope and Xavier must fight for their lives and those of the innocents. After all, it is only by overcoming the rogues that they will have a chance of a timeless future together. But will it be in time?'

Source : publisher's blurb

1 y separately published work icon The Chocolate Affair Imogene Nix , Australia : Love Books Publishing , 2019 21231170 2019 single work novella romance fantasy

'Secrets, hidden truths and demons will find their way… Especially when chocolate is involved.

'When Scheherazade Chocolates is bought out by an off-world consortium, Deanna's livelihood and that of her employees’ are jeopardized.

'When that same consortium sends JD Ruan to assess the situation, Deanna is sure things can't get any worse...until they do.

'What no one knows is JD's secret. He’s a demon and not just any kind of demon. He’s a pleasure demon.

'Deanna has to come to terms with loss, second chances and pleasure demons before she can release herself to a future filled with so much more than she could ever imagine.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

1 y separately published work icon Revenge on Cupid Imogene Nix , Australia : Love Books Publishing , 2019 21230854 2019 single work novella romance fantasy

'Sometimes magic isn't enough.

'After years of hiding, it's finally Jake's turn to find love… Or is it? Will Cupid's arrow bite him or bounce off the woman who could complete his life?

'Diocail, in the guise of Jake, must find his predestined mate and make her fall for him before his father will allow his return, but when Simone is revealed as the one for him, it becomes clear that there is more than meets the eye.

'Simone is hurt when long-term lover Nathan cheats on her, then does the unthinkable, and sacks her as well. An encounter with Jake fuels her desire, but she's not willing to risk her emotions again. When a woman from Jake's past starts to mix things up, the situation goes from bad to worse.

'Now Jake has to make Simone see that they have a future, and he has to deal with a deranged goddess—and all without the magic of Cupid.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

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