Books by Shannyn Schroeder

Will they write their next act together?Free Mitchell loves the theater. He uses costumes and characters to escape his shy, awkward persona. When he's Doctor Who or Sherlock Holmes, he has all the confidence in the world-from meeting clients while working at his father's investment firm to approaching a beautiful woman in a coffee shop.Samantha Wolf doesn't know what to make of Free and his outrageous costumes, but she's drawn to his sweet nature and love of acting. She spends so much time around people whose sole focus is money and how to make it that Free is a welcome change.The more time they spend together, the more their unscripted romance takes center stage. But when Samantha discovers that Free plans to work in finance, she questions how well she knows the man she's fallen for. Can Free convince her that his job doesn't change who he is?

Will their crossover make a splash? Reese Carter needs to complete a final project before graduating college-crowdfunding the publication of her comic book. While she has the story, she needs the perfect illustrator to make her comic come to life. Ignoring the crush she has on the guy working at her favorite comic shop becomes top priority when she sees his drawings. He'd make an excellent partner-in every sense.Adam Hayes loves talking comics with Reese, even if she chooses DC over Marvel. When she asks him to illustrate her comic, he's excited to get his first publishing credit. He does his best to keep their relationship professional, but their shared passion spills off the pages and into their lives.Their differences push them to create a powerful story, but those same differences convince Adam that a relationship can't work. Can Reese convince him to develop a steamy subplot of their own?

Will their music hit all the right notes?Sydney Peters can't wait for marching band season to end so she can put away the hated cymbals and focus on drums. She spends as little time on the field as possible. When charming Hunter Reed starts serenading her with his saxophone, she ignores him. She understands the repercussions of falling for a player.Hunter is known for flirting with every woman within the fifty-yard line, but there's something about Sydney that intrigues him. When her icy exterior defrosts enough to give him a reaction, he's willing to break his no dating band members rule. Hunter offers Sydney a paying gig with his band in trade for drum lessons. Ignoring his flirtation becomes near impossible, even as she is reminded of past mistakes.Hunter and Sydney begin to make beautiful music together-in more ways than one- but their pasts threaten to destroy their future together. Can Sydney let go of her mistakes and believe Hunter has left behind his old reputation?

While her two best friends are frolicking on spring break, Charlie plans to hack her way to a job.Charlie Castle is spending her spring break at a gaming conference where she'll compete in a "hackfest" that could help her score a job and prove she has the skills to cut it in the cybertech world without a degree. In her downtime, she plans to hang out with gamer friends who know her as an expert elven archer. She also hopes to finally meet her online confidant and partner in crime, but instead runs into her ex. Jonah walked away from her years ago, but time has done nothing to quash her lustful feelings.Jonah Best has never gotten over Charlie. He's missed their partnership-in bed and out. In an effort to keep her in his life, he became her closest gaming friend without revealing his identity. Charlie has grown up a lot since he left and now he wants to offer her a job where she can put her hacking skills as well as her love of gaming to good use. How can he reveal who his is without losing her-again?

A sexy bartender stirs up a daily lesson plan for an adventurous teacher...When she discovers her ex-husband is about to be a father, Quinn Adams is on a mission. Determined to get pregnant without the commitment of a man, Quinn sets out for her own adventure. But everyone seems to think she need to focus on herself first. With a list of challenges compiled but her sister and their friend, Quinn embarks on some life-altering fun.Her first challenge is to go on five dates within two weeks. After a few disastrous attempts, Quinn's ready to give up-until sexy bartender Ryan O'Leary offers his assistance. Ryan is the go-to person for everyone in his large family, so it's natural for him to want to help Quinn. However, as they get to know each other better, friendship with Quinn isn't enough for him. Now, it's time for him to show her how serious the Irish can be. Will the bartender quench Quinn's thirst by mixing up more than she ever imagined?

After more than a year in Ireland, Maggie O'Leary is finally coming back to Chicago with a plan for her future. Confronting the tragedy that destroyed her is her first step. But to do that, she needs to work in her family's bar--something her family doesn't want. Luckily, her best friend, Shane Callahan, is her biggest support--and lovable in a way she doesn't remember.Determined to protect Maggie, Shane refuses to leave the bar when she's working late. And when Maggie boldly tells him that she wants him to help her conquer her final fear-sex-Shane knows a single night together won't be possible. The idea of a spirited Maggie in his bed is everything, but will she believe he wants her heart too?

Still reeling from her father's death, Carmen Delgado has no idea what it means to have dreams of her own. But when sexy Liam O'Leary inherits a share in her dad's successful food truck, Carmen is suddenly free to explore her life-never expecting Liam to provide a tempting path. Running Gus's Taco Taxi isn't exactly what talented chef Liam pictured as his dream job. However, as he and Carmen team up, things in the food truck heat up and it's not just the food. Now it's up to him to show Carmen everything she deserves in life. His Irish charm can be irresistible. After just a taste, will Carmen find what she didn't realize she needs?

As a dedicated reporter, Moira O'Leary has access to Chicago's swankiest affairs. With her confidence and style, she blends right in with the elite crowd. But when her childhood crush starts popping up at posh events, she struggles to keep her cool. After all, he's always ignited something in her. Undercover cop Jimmy O'Malley has always tried to avoid his best friend's little sister. Something about Moira spelled trouble. But watching her navigate Chicago's most elaborate galas with ease, Jimmy knows he needs her help to crack a case. Just as their chemistry ignites, Moira gets dangerously close to his investigation. Now, it's up to Jimmy to keep her safe. Can childhood crushes lead to breathless desire?

Determined to show her father she's capable of running the family business, Elizabeth Brannigan sets out to save a failing Chicago bar. As she struggles with the rough clientele, she encounters the handsome co-owner of a thriving Irish pub. With him she's ready to take on those late-night shenanigans.Colin O'Leary's father passed away before he could prove to him that he isn't a screw-up. Now he wants to show his family that they can count on him and that he's responsible enough to own a bar of his own. And Elizabeth just might be the saving grace he's always needed. Can they mix a little business and pleasure or will the merger destroy everything?

Freedom is paramount for Indy Adams. The last thing she needs is to be tied down. About to seal her first big sale in the Chicago real estate market, Indy is ready to catapult her career to a new level. And the sexy, bachelor client is exactly the kind of guy who would understand her no-strings approach.Griffin Walker's reputation as a ladies' man has put him in a bad light as he tries to get his charitable foundation off the ground. He's trying to quietly clean up his image and can't understand why Indy wants nothing except a few steamy nights together. Despite his romantic track record, Griffin wants to build a new life-with Indy. But an unplanned pregnancy may lead them both to a life they never expected. Will Griffin get his chance to show Indy more than a good time?