The Extra Series by Megan Walker, Janci Patterson

Gabby Mays wishes she had her future figured out, like her gorgeous roommate Anna-Marie, who has just landed a role on the hit soap opera Passion Medical. Gabby would give anything to find a career she's half as passionate about as Anna-Marie is about acting—and a love life that isn't comprised of nights with a party-sized bag of Doritos and her Netflix account. When Gabby becomes a recurring extra on Passion Medical, she finds a job she's surprisingly great at... moreGabby Mays wishes she had her future figured out, like her gorgeous roommate Anna-Marie, who has just landed a role on the hit soap opera Passion Medical. Gabby would give anything to find a career she's half as passionate about as Anna-Marie is about acting—and a love life that isn't comprised of nights with a party-sized bag of Doritos and her Netflix account. When Gabby becomes a recurring extra on Passion Medical, she finds a job she's surprisingly great at. Even better, her old crush and ex-boss—the sexy, sweet Will Bowen—is writing the scripts, allowing Gabby lots of quality flirting time at the craft services table. But between feuding divas, fake Emmys, and Gabby's growing concern that Will might not see her as anything more than a friend, her life on set is quickly becoming a drama worthy of the soaps. less

In this stand-alone sequel to THE EXTRA, Anna-Marie has never wanted to find love—but love's about to find her. Anna-Marie Halsey loves her job as a regular on the soap opera Southern Heat almost as much as she loves living the LA lifestyle: clubbing and partying and casually dating gorgeous men—most recently powerhouse agent Josh Rios... moreIn this stand-alone sequel to THE EXTRA, Anna-Marie has never wanted to find love—but love's about to find her. Anna-Marie Halsey loves her job as a regular on the soap opera Southern Heat almost as much as she loves living the LA lifestyle: clubbing and partying and casually dating gorgeous men—most recently powerhouse agent Josh Rios. When Anna-Marie starts feeling more-than-casual about Josh—her signature cue to break things off—she finds a much-needed excuse to get away: a family reunion in small-town Wyoming. In Wyoming, Anna-Marie remembers why she's spent years avoiding her crazy family and claustrophobic hometown—and her ex-boyfriend, up-and-coming rock musician Shane Beckstrom, provides the perfect distraction. But when a Boy Scout troop films them nude in a hot spring, Anna-Marie finds Wyoming even more nerve-wracking than her paralyzing fear of commitment. To make matters worse, Josh Rios appears, and it’s clear that commitment is exactly what he's hoping for. Anna-Marie isn’t sure what she wants, but being trapped in Everett, Wyoming, with Josh, Shane, and her crazy family when her impromptu sex-tape hits the internet sure isn’t it. THE GIRLFRIEND STAGE is book two in THE EXTRA series, but it stands alone, and can be read first, without missing anything except the backgrounds of the side characters. It features PG-13 rated sexual content, no cliff-hanger, and a swoon-worthy Happily Ever After. "[THE EXTRA is] delightful, spunky, and deliciously well-written" –Bestselling Author Jen Greyson "Packed with outrageous drama, family turmoil, and the tease of a love triangle, THE EXTRA sweeps the reader into the tumultuous life of a soap opera set." –Kelly Siskind, author of New Orleans Rush less

Felix never believed in soul mates . . . until he met her. Felix Mays has only two goals in life—to play his cello and to stay off heroin. He’s only a few weeks out of rehab and accomplishing both—barely. Then Felix meets gorgeous Jenna Rollins, single mom and half of the rising pop-star duo Alec and Jenna, who’ve practically been voted LA’s cutest couple... moreFelix never believed in soul mates . . . until he met her. Felix Mays has only two goals in life—to play his cello and to stay off heroin. He’s only a few weeks out of rehab and accomplishing both—barely. Then Felix meets gorgeous Jenna Rollins, single mom and half of the rising pop-star duo Alec and Jenna, who’ve practically been voted LA’s cutest couple. Jenna offers Felix a job with the band, and it’s an opportunity he can’t refuse, even though his feelings for Jenna are quickly turning romantic. Then Felix learns the truth—Alec and Jenna have been broken up for over a year, and maintain their couple-image just for the fans. Jenna is falling for Felix as fast he is for her, but she and Alec have agreed not to date anyone until the band has peaked—and that’s clearly years away. Felix and Jenna are determined to make it work, despite the strain on their careers, their relationships with the band, and even Felix’s struggling sobriety. A situation this stressful is the last thing Felix needs—and the one thing he can’t bring himself to walk away from. "Packed with outrageous drama, family turmoil, and the tease of a love triangle, THE EXTRA sweeps the reader into the tumultuous life of a soap opera set." –Kelly Siskind, author of New Orleans Rush "Delightful, spunky, and deliciously well-written" –Bestselling Author Jen Greyson Everything We Are is a standalone romance with no cliffhanger, no cheating, and a swoon-worthy Happily Ever After. It can be read independently of the first books, though the characters from books one and two appear as side characters. There is some R-rated sexual content, swearing, and references to partying and drug use. less

“Oh my god, please tell me that was not your plan.” After being pushed off the stage at the VMAs last year, Alec Andreas’s life hasn’t gotten much better. Music fans everywhere hate him for his poor treatment of ex-girlfriend and former bandmate, Jenna Rollins. Fearing the backlash, the music industry has all but shunned him... more“Oh my god, please tell me that was not your plan.” After being pushed off the stage at the VMAs last year, Alec Andreas’s life hasn’t gotten much better. Music fans everywhere hate him for his poor treatment of ex-girlfriend and former bandmate, Jenna Rollins. Fearing the backlash, the music industry has all but shunned him. Afraid of falling into obscurity, Alec reluctantly takes a spot on the new reality show Starving with the Stars, where failing celebrities are stranded on a desert island to compete in challenges and outlast one another—and hopefully revive their flagging careers. Alec is certain that only one thing will make him likeable in the public eye; he needs to cuddle up to one of the cute girls on the island and remind all of America what a great boyfriend he can be. When he meets Jillian Fall—an aspiring Broadway actress who’s become a cabaret-singing internet meme—he finds much more than the arm candy he was hoping for. And what can be the harm in reviving his career and getting the girl? Alec’s falling deeper than he thought possible, but as the contestants vie for the coveted final spots in their island adventure, his schemes are brought to light. Alec’s lost everything, but losing her hurts the worst. With the cameras always watching, can Alec convince Jillian he cares about her more than changing his image as pop music’s most notorious liar? Starving with the Stars is a standalone romance with no cliffhanger, no cheating, and a swoon-worthy Happily Ever After. There is some R-rated sexual content and swearing. "Packed with outrageous drama, family turmoil, and the tease of a love triangle, THE EXTRA sweeps the reader into the tumultuous life of a soap opera set." –Kelly Siskind, author of New Orleans Rush [THE EXTRA is] delightful, spunky, and deliciously well-written" –Bestselling Author Jen Greyson less

Gabby wasn’t sure what she expected when she became a nurse at Renaissance faire, but Ye Olde Plague of Crabs wasn’t it. Gabby Mays couldn’t be happier with her boyfriend Will and her new career as a nurse, but that doesn’t mean life is perfect. In the three years Gabby and Will have been together, they’ve weathered their share of rent increases and novel rejections. Their financial situation is getting increasingly desperate—and their sex life increasingly sporadic... moreGabby wasn’t sure what she expected when she became a nurse at Renaissance faire, but Ye Olde Plague of Crabs wasn’t it. Gabby Mays couldn’t be happier with her boyfriend Will and her new career as a nurse, but that doesn’t mean life is perfect. In the three years Gabby and Will have been together, they’ve weathered their share of rent increases and novel rejections. Their financial situation is getting increasingly desperate—and their sex life increasingly sporadic. When Gabby takes a side job at a Renaissance faire as the on-site nurse, she thinks this will bring in a little extra money to take the pressure off Will, who is in the middle of yet another novel he’s afraid will fail. But the more Gabby tries to fix things, the more things between her and Will seem to deteriorate, and Gabby can’t help but feel that the problem may be, well, her. Gabby can handle too-tight corsets, stuck-up knights, and even the seemingly-spontaneous faire pubic lice outbreak. But if she loses Will, this may be the end of her fairy tale. My Faire Lady is a direct sequel to The Extra, and has PG-13 rated language and sexual content, no cliffhanger, no cheating, and a swoon-worthy Happily Ever After. While it’s not necessary to have read all the previous books in the series, we do recommend that you read The Extra first. "[THE EXTRA] is delightful, spunky, and deliciously well-written" –Bestselling Author Jen Greyson less

I want him. But he’s a rock star, and any kind of real relationship would be too risky, too bound to end in heartache. When Maya Parker’s friends drag her to an Accidental Erotica concert, she’s surprised to receive a backstage pass from famous punk rock star Kevin Collins. While her friends are eager to attend the after-party and hook up with the band members, Maya can’t help but feel skeptical. Kevin is cute and all, but Maya isn’t about to join the harem of Accidental Erotica groupies... moreI want him. But he’s a rock star, and any kind of real relationship would be too risky, too bound to end in heartache. When Maya Parker’s friends drag her to an Accidental Erotica concert, she’s surprised to receive a backstage pass from famous punk rock star Kevin Collins. While her friends are eager to attend the after-party and hook up with the band members, Maya can’t help but feel skeptical. Kevin is cute and all, but Maya isn’t about to join the harem of Accidental Erotica groupies. At the party, Maya and Kevin hit it off and end up sitting and talking late into the night about everything from rock star life to their favorite horror movies. Kevin is much more down to earth than Maya thought, but the more she starts to like him, the more worried she is that dating a rock star would only end in heartbreak. Ever practical, Maya heads home thinking she'll never hear from him again.When Kevin calls her from the airport the next day, Maya falls into a long-distance friendship she never expected. She’s rapidly falling for Kevin, but with them living states apart, could it ever work? Maya's not ready to make the leap into dating a guy who’s constantly on tour and surrounded by groupies—But she’s also not sure she can bring herself to let him go.How Not to Date a Rock Star is a standalone romance novella with no cliffhanger, no cheating, and a swoon-worthy Happily Ever After. It can be read independently of the first books, though a character from book two appears as a side character. There is some R-rated sexual content and language."[THE EXTRA] is delightful, spunky, and deliciously well-written" –Bestselling Author Jen Greyson less

I've never had something this amazing before, and I'm terrified that I'm going to screw it up.Shane Beckstrom’s punk band has been topping the charts, and he and his bandmates are sure they have it made—until a freak accident ends their success, killing their lead singer and rendering their lead guitarist too injured to play... moreI've never had something this amazing before, and I'm terrified that I'm going to screw it up.Shane Beckstrom’s punk band has been topping the charts, and he and his bandmates are sure they have it made—until a freak accident ends their success, killing their lead singer and rendering their lead guitarist too injured to play. Shane is the lone original bandmember to emerge unscathed—except for his severe concussion and the ghost of his best friend JT following him around, both of which make him doubt his sanity and his ability to ever play again.When Shane’s agent convinces him to take over for JT as the emcee of the Miss California Poppy beauty pageant, he meets Allison Mendez, the pageant coordinator who has no patience for arrogant rock stars—especially when she’s already dealing with catfighting beauty contestants with a penchant for overly-revealing swimwear.Despite Shane and Allison’s bickering, the chemistry between them is undeniable. Allison needs to loosen up as much as Shane needs to get his act together—but will Shane’s rapidly declining mental state get in the way of their happily ever after?Beauty and the Bassist is a full-length, standalone romantic comedy. It features R-rated sexual content and swearing, no cliff hanger, no cheating, and a swoon-worthy happily ever after. less

DescriptionI probably shouldn’t spend so much time thinking about my best friend naked, even if he is my date.Reality show star and YouTube sock-puppeteer Su-Lin Liu is madly in love with her best friend and business partner, fellow YouTuber Brendan Pike. From his pink hair to his genius at writing dirty sock jokes, Brendan is perfect for her in every way—except that he’s still reeling from a nasty divorce and doesn’t know if he’ll ever be ready for a serious relationship again... moreDescriptionI probably shouldn’t spend so much time thinking about my best friend naked, even if he is my date.Reality show star and YouTube sock-puppeteer Su-Lin Liu is madly in love with her best friend and business partner, fellow YouTuber Brendan Pike. From his pink hair to his genius at writing dirty sock jokes, Brendan is perfect for her in every way—except that he’s still reeling from a nasty divorce and doesn’t know if he’ll ever be ready for a serious relationship again.Su-Lin isn’t about to give up, so she concocts a multi-step plan to get him past his anxiety and her past the friend-zone. At a YouTube convention, she and Brendan take turns setting each other up on dates with other people, all while “casually” dating each other. Su-Lin is willing to deal with anything—her jealousy, his panic attacks, their awkward games of Twister, and even the busty ventriloquist with her eye on Brendan—if it means her plan succeeds. But when one drunken night goes a little too far, Su-Lin knows she can’t keep pretending to be casual when her feelings are anything but.Su-Lin has always had faith in her crazy plans, but she fears this one may only end in a broken heart.Su-Lin’s Super Awesome Casual Dating Plan is a full-length, standalone romantic comedy. It features R-rated sexual content and swearing, no cliff hanger, no cheating, and a swoon-worthy happily ever after. less

Does he really want to be my boyfriend if he never even thinks about a future where he’s anything more?Social media maven Emily Pietrowski loves working alongside her boyfriend, celebrity rock climber Jason Winslow. But she’s less enthused about Jason’s new gig as the host of the reality show, The Real Not-Wives of Red Rock Canyon, where they’ll be camping with affluent divorcees who are trying to find self-actualization through rock climbing... moreDoes he really want to be my boyfriend if he never even thinks about a future where he’s anything more?Social media maven Emily Pietrowski loves working alongside her boyfriend, celebrity rock climber Jason Winslow. But she’s less enthused about Jason’s new gig as the host of the reality show, The Real Not-Wives of Red Rock Canyon, where they’ll be camping with affluent divorcees who are trying to find self-actualization through rock climbing. It’s only her love for Jason that could motivate her to spend a week on a set filled with purse dogs, bejeweled climbing harnesses, and organic, sugar-free s’mores.Jason and Emily have been going strong for the last two years, but lately Emily is starting to feel like their relationship is stuck in a rut. She’s ready to take the next step, but every time she brings up their future, it seems like Jason is, well . . . not.When Emily is recorded confronting Jason about her concerns, they unwittingly become part of the on-screen drama. Emily will do anything to save her relationship, even if it means agreeing to on-camera therapy sessions with dubiously licensed Monroe Coco, the biggest diva of them all.This crazy week could make or break them—but is it already too late?The Real Not-Wives of Red Rock Canyon is a full-length, standalone romantic comedy. It features R-rated sexual content and swearing, no cliff hanger, no cheating, and a swoon-worthy happily ever after. less

When Nate Coleman lands a job as a producer on the hit reality dating show Chasing Prince Charming, he’s excited for the new opportunity. His first task is to interview Becca Hale, a gorgeous single mom who’s looking for her second chance at love following the death of her war hero husband. Nate’s job is to make Becca comfortable so that she’ll spill her juiciest secrets on camera—but as they get to know each other, he finds himself more and more drawn to her... moreWhen Nate Coleman lands a job as a producer on the hit reality dating show Chasing Prince Charming, he’s excited for the new opportunity. His first task is to interview Becca Hale, a gorgeous single mom who’s looking for her second chance at love following the death of her war hero husband. Nate’s job is to make Becca comfortable so that she’ll spill her juiciest secrets on camera—but as they get to know each other, he finds himself more and more drawn to her.Nate wishes he could be the one taking her on elaborate dates or just chilling with her back at the hotel, not the guy being paid to get her to swoon for the cameras about another man. As he and Becca grow closer, she begins to confide in him, revealing things about her past she’s desperate to keep private, and Nate is increasingly unsure where his loyalties lie—with his employer or with this woman whose hold on his heart grows stronger every day.Becca’s looking for her happily ever after, and Nate wants to be the one to give it to her—But can the man being paid to manipulate her win Becca’s heart without losing her trust? less

Nicole “Nix” Mendez is done with men. Every guy she dates turns out to be some flavor of douchebag—she’s been dumped for everything from overtexting to turning down sex, and she’s tired of getting her heart trampled. She’s determined to focus on her fledgling ballroom dance studio and her upcoming European dance tour free from romantic distractions.On the very first day of the tour, Nix gets stuck in an elevator with the hottest guy in ballroom dance... moreNicole “Nix” Mendez is done with men. Every guy she dates turns out to be some flavor of douchebag—she’s been dumped for everything from overtexting to turning down sex, and she’s tired of getting her heart trampled. She’s determined to focus on her fledgling ballroom dance studio and her upcoming European dance tour free from romantic distractions.On the very first day of the tour, Nix gets stuck in an elevator with the hottest guy in ballroom dance. Marcus Corbin has always seemed broody and aloof, but when they’re alone, he’s sweet, funny, and sexy enough to tempt Nix to abandon her vow of celibacy. Nix isn’t looking for a relationship with Marcus—but he could be the perfect guy to scratch that itch without the stress of commitment and eventual heartbreak.As Nix grows closer to Marcus, she finds herself wanting more than just a booty call, and it seems that he does too. She can’t bring herself to just walk away, but she’s been broken up with too many times to put her trust in another relationship. So she concocts a plan: she’ll subject Marcus to every stupid habit and quirk that’s gotten her dumped in the past. This way she’ll be sure to get rid of him before she gets too attached, saving them both a lot of trouble in the long run.With a plan this foolproof, what could go wrong?Ready to Rumba is a full-length, standalone romantic comedy. It features R-rated sexual content and swearing, no cliff hanger, no cheating, and a swoon-worthy happily ever after. less

I have no desire to be a notch on Ivy’s bedpost; I already know that would destroy me.Eighteen-year-old Ty Mays is looking forward to his summer job as a counselor at a ritzy camp for the children of Hollywood’s elite. Sure, he’ll have to escort entitled children to glass blowing classes and spa treatments, but he’ll also get to hang out with his best friend, fellow counselor Axel Dane... moreI have no desire to be a notch on Ivy’s bedpost; I already know that would destroy me.Eighteen-year-old Ty Mays is looking forward to his summer job as a counselor at a ritzy camp for the children of Hollywood’s elite. Sure, he’ll have to escort entitled children to glass blowing classes and spa treatments, but he’ll also get to hang out with his best friend, fellow counselor Axel Dane. Things have been strained between them ever since Axel started sleeping with Ivy Pless, the unrequited love of Ty’s life. Ty has avoided Ivy and Axel ever since, and he’s hoping to rebuild his friendship in Ivy’s absence.Then Ty discovers that Ivy will also be working at the camp, and Axel has known all along. Ty is sure it’s going to be a long and painful summer—until Ivy lets on that she’s more interested in him than she ever was in Axel.This seems like a dream come true, but with Axel jealously watching their every move, the timing couldn’t be worse. What’s more, Ty has committed to not having sex until he’s married, and at seventeen, Ivy’s not prepared to be celibate for years, but she’s far from ready to walk down the aisle.Is this summer Ty and Ivy’s chance at happily ever after—or would they be better off saving each other for later?Save Me (For Later) is a full-length, standalone romantic comedy. It features PG-13 rated sexual content, swearing, no cliffhanger, no cheating, and a swoon-worthy happily ever after. less

She says she loves me, but does the person she loves exist?Former child star and A-list actor Axel Dane doesn’t lack for women to date, but he’s convinced he’ll never find anyone who wants him for more than his money and fame. Following the wedding of his best friends, Ty Mays and Ivy Pless, Axel heads off to Slovakia to film his new motorcycle racing movie, determined to forget about love and enjoy his skyrocketing Hollywood success and all the perks that come with it... moreShe says she loves me, but does the person she loves exist?Former child star and A-list actor Axel Dane doesn’t lack for women to date, but he’s convinced he’ll never find anyone who wants him for more than his money and fame. Following the wedding of his best friends, Ty Mays and Ivy Pless, Axel heads off to Slovakia to film his new motorcycle racing movie, determined to forget about love and enjoy his skyrocketing Hollywood success and all the perks that come with it.Then Axel meets Shay Denning, an American traveler who is waitressing in Slovakia—and who miraculously doesn’t recognize him. It feels good to be treated like a normal person by a beautiful girl, so when Shay asks his name, Axel gives her the first answer that comes to mind—Ty Mays.Shay seems to be interested in “Ty” for all the right reasons, and Axel finally feels like he might have a shot at a relationship not based on his fame. Shay seems to like Axel for who he is—the side of him she knows, at least—but the rest of his life is difficult to hide with paparazzi and adoring fans around every corner.Will Shay still love Axel when she finds out the truth, or have his lies already ruined their chance to live happily ever after? The Epic Joyride of Axel and Shay is a full-length, standalone romantic comedy. It features R rated sexual content and swearing, no cliff hanger, no cheating, and a swoon-worthy happily ever after. "Walker and Patterson are the duo to beat when it comes to romantic comedy." -Rae's Reading Lounge "[THE EXTRA is] delightful, spunky, and deliciously well-written" –Bestselling Author Jen Greyson "Packed with outrageous drama, family turmoil, and the tease of a love triangle, THE EXTRA sweeps the reader into the tumultuous life of a soap opera set." –Kelly Siskind, author of New Orleans Rush less

She says she loves me, but does the person she loves exist?Former child star and A-list actor Axel Dane doesn’t lack for women to date, but he’s convinced he’ll never find anyone who wants him for more than his money and fame. Following the wedding of his best friends, Ty Mays and Ivy Pless, Axel heads off to Slovakia to film his new motorcycle racing movie, determined to forget about love and enjoy his skyrocketing Hollywood success and all the perks that come with it... moreShe says she loves me, but does the person she loves exist?Former child star and A-list actor Axel Dane doesn’t lack for women to date, but he’s convinced he’ll never find anyone who wants him for more than his money and fame. Following the wedding of his best friends, Ty Mays and Ivy Pless, Axel heads off to Slovakia to film his new motorcycle racing movie, determined to forget about love and enjoy his skyrocketing Hollywood success and all the perks that come with it.Then Axel meets Shay Denning, an American traveler who is waitressing in Slovakia—and who miraculously doesn’t recognize him. It feels good to be treated like a normal person by a beautiful girl, so when Shay asks his name, Axel gives her the first answer that comes to mind—Ty Mays.Shay seems to be interested in “Ty” for all the right reasons, and Axel finally feels like he might have a shot at a relationship not based on his fame. Shay seems to like Axel for who he is—the side of him she knows, at least—but the rest of his life is difficult to hide with paparazzi and adoring fans around every corner.Will Shay still love Axel when she finds out the truth, or have his lies already ruined their chance to live happily ever after? The Epic Joyride of Axel and Shay is a full-length, standalone romantic comedy. It features R rated sexual content and swearing, no cliff hanger, no cheating, and a swoon-worthy happily ever after. "Walker and Patterson are the duo to beat when it comes to romantic comedy." -Rae's Reading Lounge "[THE EXTRA is] delightful, spunky, and deliciously well-written" –Bestselling Author Jen Greyson "Packed with outrageous drama, family turmoil, and the tease of a love triangle, THE EXTRA sweeps the reader into the tumultuous life of a soap opera set." –Kelly Siskind, author of New Orleans Rush less