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Cereus: Building

January 23, 2018 By BA Tortuga

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Part of the Cereus series:
  • Cereus: Building
  • Cereus: Opening
  • Cereus: Training

What happens when a besieged and rather small dragon comes to a vampire and says, “I need your help”? Or when that vampire comes to a werewolf and says, “I have a job for you”? The vampire goes and builds a resort for things that go bump in the night, deep in the Cascade Mountains. Riding the wave of Julia Talbot’s Bloodrose series, the multi-author Cereus: The Building features paranormal romance Sean Michael, Julia Talbot and BA Tortuga.

Julia Talbot’s It’s Elemental features construction contractor Chayton, a werewolf who thinks demon decorator Kenny is a little fussy, and a lot hot. They argue about everything from feng shui to sex. Will they be able to resolve their differences?

The Third Course, by BA Tortuga, tells the story of Marco and Stephan, werecats, pridemates, and chefs who meet their match in head-bartender, Faelan, who just happens to be a growly, sexy Top.

Finally, Sean Michael’s Smoke and Gold follows the head dominant of the club, Zee, who’s dealing with trying to get his playrooms just so and trying to figure out maddening dragon, Daniel, at the same time. Who can resist loving a dragon?

This is a previously published work. The publisher has changed.

Published: May 1, 2016
Publisher: Turtlehat Creatives
Genres:
MM, Paranormal

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Fighting Addiction

January 23, 2018 By BA Tortuga

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Country hat act Markus Kane is pretty skeptical when one of his oldest industry friends calls and asks him to do a joint tour. He and Seb haven’t seen each other in years, not since Markus quit drinking. Maybe not since he and Sebastian Longchamps almost lost their careers to the fact that they couldn’t keep their hands off each other.

Sebastian is a country-fried Cajun rocker, and he’s been missing Markus ever since they broke up all those years ago. His label thinks he and Markus are a match made in ticket-sales heaven, but Seb knows better. He knows that it won’t take even the tiniest effort for Markus to break his heart all over again, and this time around he has way more to lose.

Time has changed both men, though, and while Markus and Seb try to fight their addictions, the big music industry machine has plans for them that don’t include the quiet life. Can Markus convince Sebastian that there are things more important in life than adrenaline and control? And can Sebastian make Markus understand that all he really wants is his music and his man?

This is a preciously published title. The publisher has changed.

Published: December 5, 2019
Publisher: Turtlehat Creatives
Genres:
Contemporary, MM

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Living in Fast Forward

January 23, 2018 By BA Tortuga

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Hollis Lee is an aging rock star with a country edge who needs a little TLC. Or a lot, according to his manager Charlie. He's been drinking and partying, and he's not getting any younger, so Charlie hires a personal trainer to get Hollis back in line. Before he ruins his career. Jeremy is just the trainer for the job. Even-tempered and able to put up with anything Hollis throws his way, Jeremy is determined to do his job and get that fine rock star back into fighting trim. And ignore the attraction to Hollis that plagues him on a daily basis. Fighting Jeremy takes more effort than Hollis can summon, and soon he's getting back in shape, despite the occasional foray into sausage biscuits and hamburgers.

Things are going well for Hollis and Jeremy both, in their jobs and their blossoming personal life. They're playing with fire, though. Hollis is trying to keep his sex life a secret, and Jeremy's livelihood depends on his discretion. As long as Hollis is on tour, Jeremy has the perfect excuse to hang around. But when a terrible accident separates them, Hollis and Jeremy have to start sneaking around to see each other. Can their newfound love survive the web of deception and pain they've created?

This is a previously published title. The publisher has changed.

Published: December 5, 2019
Publisher: Turtlehat Creatives
Genres:
Contemporary, MM

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Stand-alones

Best New Artist

January 23, 2018 By BA Tortuga

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Kasey “Tuff” Tuffman just told Nashville to kiss his you know what. After winning Best New Artist at an award show, he knows it’s time to head back home to Texas. So after a very public meltdown, Tuff makes his way to Austin, where the Red Dirt music lives large.

Jonah Littlejohn once loved KT more than anything in the world. When KT loses it on national TV, Jonah knows he has to reach out and offer his home studio as a place to heal and make music. A bad relationship has left Jonah broken and wary of romance, but he wants to help his old lover out.

Seeing Jonah again proves to Tuff that he’s made the right decision. Now all he has to do is convince Jonah that they’re the most perfect duet there’s ever been.

This is a previously published title. The publisher has changed.

Published: October 27, 2019
Publisher: Turtlehat Creatives
Genres:
Contemporary, MM

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Stand-alones

Seashores of Old Mexico

January 23, 2018 By BA Tortuga

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Clint is on the run, leaving Texas for the relative safety of Mexico after a bar fight gone horribly wrong. He's tired, hungry, and ready to settle someplace for just a little while.

That's when he meets Jack. Jack's a little older, a little wiser, and owns a cantina right on the beach, where Clint can earn some money. The two if them find a lot to talk about and even more to do that needs no words. But Jack has a past, too, and both he and Clint are ready to run when their former lives catch up to them. Will they be able to stay together when the truth comes out?

This is a previously published title. The publisher has changed.

Published: October 27, 2020
Publisher: Turtlehat Creatives
Genres:
Contemporary, MM

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Stand-alones

Mud, Movies, Bullets, and Bulls

January 23, 2018 By BA Tortuga

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Four men in need of a helping hand…

When a cowboy finds he has grit in all the wrong places, what is he to do? Meet the man of his dreams, of course. But what will save two cowboys from getting bogged down in the mire?

An ex-rodeo cowboy who hates working with Hollywood actors meets a movie star who is looking for something real. Will they get a happy ending, just like in the movies?

A redneck ends up injured and stranded, and his old friend comes to the rescue. It’s the old story of the one that got away. What will they do to keep each other in their lives—and will it be too late?

A professional bull rider is starting to feel his age. When he’s injured far from home and his career is threatened, it’s up to his best friend to step in and point out the other options. Both men have plans—but will they include each other?

This is a previously published collection. The publisher has changed.

Published: March 31, 2021
Publisher: Turtlehat Creatives
Genres:
Contemporary, MM, Western

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Stand-alones

Old Town New

January 23, 2018 By BA Tortuga

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Danny is a teacher in small town Colorado, trying to live down his wild teenage years and living his life the only way he knows how; one day at a time. He's had a tough time of it, but Danny figures he's managed to become respectable, or at least less than notorious. The last person he expects to ever see back in town is Harlan Quinn, his old best friend and consummate bad boy. And when he finds out Quinn is the new Sheriff it's even more of a shock.

Quinn knows there's more to his old hometown than meets the eye. There's trouble brewing, big enough trouble that he's willing to go undercover to figure out who's behind it. Quinn knows there's more to Danny than old memories and quiet living, too. There was a lot of passion in his old friend once upon a time, and he's willing to bet it's still there if he scratches the surface. He sets out to stir things up in more ways than one, pushing Danny to admit that there's more to life than he has, and that their old town just might manage to be new again.

This is a previously published title. The publisher has changed.

Published: November 10, 2019
Publisher: Turtlehat Creatives
Genres:
Contemporary, Erotic Romance, MM

Tags:
Stand-alones

Reviews:Diverse Reader wrote:

3.5 stars

I'm a fan of second chance romance and this one was particularly sweet. Danny and Quinn were trouble teenagers, when they separated each had to overcome huge struggles. But they did and are better men for it.

Danny really had my heart. After an accident he is left scarred, limping, and very lonely. To see him glow in Quinn's presence was the highlight of this book for me.

Rags, Quinn's dog, was so delightful. A rescue dog who had just as hard a past as Danny and Quinn finds his peace with Quinn. I loved that little part of the story.

BA Tortuga's writing style is different than I've read before. This being my first BA Tortuga story I didn't know what I was in for. The dialog was a little spotty and at times confusing. There was a lot of sex and I don't frown upon sex in stories. I say if you want to do it DO IT lol. Problem was I felt like it took away from a lot of the seriousness of the story.

The plot was good, and there was an element of suspense. It is a romance and a beautiful one at that. I think there needed to be more sharpening in the meat of the story.

It is a lovely second chance romance and if you love a lot of sex with your story this is a great book to read.

I will read other books by this author.


Other Languages: French | German | Italian

Boys in the Band

January 23, 2018 By BA Tortuga

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Adrenaline: Big time country singer Travis Reed is known for crazy stunts and good music, but with a maniac threatening his life, management won't stand for his risk taking. They hire Wyatt Chastain as Travis's personal security, to keep Travis safe from his stalker—and from himself. Attraction between them is white hot from the start, but when life gets crazy, they have to learn to trust each other as deeply as they desire each other.

Boys in the Band: Guitar player Spud is the band's go-to guy, giving comfort and aid whenever he can. That changes when Caidon comes aboard. Caidon wants to tour and play, he wants Spud, and he's not afraid to go against the band to get what he wants. Trouble is, the guys aren't pleased with having to share Spud's attention.

If Wishes Were Horses: Malcolm Parker had a thing for Dalton Amos years ago, before Dalton got famous and Malcolm got screwed out of the limelight. Now Dalton's an aging superstar with a damaged voice, and Malcolm's the successful songwriter. When Dalton shows up at Mal's door, Malcolm considers tossing him out on his ass. But attraction still burns between them, and the old friends must decide if they can be lovers once more.

This is a previously published collection. The publisher has changed.

Published: March 31, 2021
Publisher: Turtlehat Creatives
Genres:
Contemporary, Erotic Romance, MM

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Stand-alones

Say Something

January 23, 2018 By BA Tortuga

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Saying the right words could transform a friendship that can survive anything into the love of a lifetime. But finding them isn’t always easy.

Jenson can’t remember a time when he didn’t love Mike, but he’s never been able to articulate what’s in his heart. Though they’re separated while Mike pursues his Hollywood dreams and cowboy Jenson remains in their small East Texas hometown, they always find their way back to each other when life gets hard and a friend's support is crucial. Through life’s amazing victories and crushing losses, Jenson trusts he can always depend on Mike, and vice versa. But the timing never feels right to make the move from friends to lovers.

When what might be their last chance arises, Jenson knows he must overcome his fear. The man he loves is slipping through his fingers, and he can’t wait any longer. It’s time to say something.

Published: December 16, 2019
Publisher: Turtlehat Creatives
Genres:
Contemporary, MM

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Stand-alones

Cowboy in the Crosshairs

January 23, 2018 By BA Tortuga

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Part of the Turquoise - New Mexico series:
  • Cowboy in the Crosshairs

A Turquoise, New Mexico, Story

Once upon a time, a prince lived in a magical kingdom called Turquoise, New Mexico.

In reality, TJ is a small-town police chief. Every Friday he holds court in the diner with the local holy roller, the art colonists, and the horsey people. But the Benes, who own the rodeo company, keep to themselves. TJ knows, because he was once hot and heavy with the oldest Bene son, Wacey.

When Wacey Bene gets trampled on the rodeo trail and comes home to heal, he’s none too happy to run into TJ, or his two little boys. Or the boys' mom, who seems to still be in the picture. The story might end there—if it wasn’t that everything is not as it seems, oh, and some pesky bastard trying to kill Wacey.

TJ steps in as the law, and the townsfolk gather around to support their own. But once the bad guy is put away, can TJ and Wacey make their place in this wild and eccentric town a permanent one?

This is a previously published title. The publisher has changed.

Published: June 16, 2020
Publisher: Turtlehat Creatives
Genres:
MM, Mystery/Suspense, Western

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Cozy Cowboys

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