Ben and his new mate, Leon, left the safety of Alaska so Leon could learn to live with humans and gain more control over his lust for blood. They arrive in Eureka and stay with Ben's friends Lucas and Brennan, another mated vampire couple. They plan to slowly expose Leon to humans and let him adjust to the constant need that haunts him.Lucas has always avoided contact with The Twelve. That changes when Brennan is taken by a group of vampires intent on destroying one mate while capt...

Hudson Carter returned to Foggy Basin and now owns his family's hardware store Nuts and Bolts. He not only gained a new business when he moved home, he also found the love of his life.Jack Hulbert loves all the changes his new boss and boyfriend, Hudson, has made to the old, failing hardware store. But as the holiday season gets closer, he wants to do something different this year.Jack is from a big family, while Hudson's an only child. When they're invited to spend Christm...

Wade Rivers loves spending time with Jason, even if it means he'll have to endure another creepy, supposedly haunted location. Childhood friends, and always inseparable, Wade's feelings for Jason deepened from friendship into something more. Unfortunately, so did his fear of the places Jason wanted to explore.The chance to spend a weekend alone in a famous haunted house was too much for Jason to resist, and almost too much for Wade to stomach. He knew going to the deserted house wa...

It's Christmas, and an invitation to a party is too tempting for Wade and Jason to pass up. When The Running Scared Paranormal Research crew realize it's not just a party but a gathering of all the paranormal investigators in the area, they're suspicious but excited to meet others in their same business. A mystery, a ghost, and a love story play out for them through the evening on board the riverboat docked in Old Sacramento where the party is held.After the party, Wade and Jason d...

Ben and his new mate, Leon, left the safety of Alaska so Leon could learn to live with humans and gain more control over his lust for blood. They arrive in Eureka and stay with Ben's friends Lucas and Brennan, another mated vampire couple. They plan to slowly expose Leon to humans and let him adjust to the constant need that haunts him.Lucas has always avoided contact with The Twelve. That changes when Brennan is taken by a group of vampires intent on destroying one mate while capt...

Falling in love wasn't on the itenerary.Ryan Stone can't wait to put his toes in the sand at the famous Bondi Beach. When he arrives after a flight that was far too long, and having not slept or eaten, all he can do is stare out at the beautiful expanse of white sand and blue ocean in awe. And when a blond guy asks him to play footy, he agrees, even if he doesn't know for sure what that is.Ollie Hughes thinks a day at the beach is just what he needs to take his mind off work....

Pride is coming to Foggy Basin. Well, it's always been there, but this year there's an official festival to celebrate. Jack is thrilled and immediately volunteers to organize an entry for Nuts and Bolts in the parade, and a fishing booth at the park before the drag show. He's excited, and when he informs Hudson they'll be wearing unicorn costumes, Hudson is hesitant but willing, and of course Isaac and Tig will be joining them.Jack and Tig have experienced Pride before, and they're...

Jimbo and Dean found their way back each other after many years apart, and they're both excited to finally start a new relationship without the fear of the spirit world invading their lives. Jimbo, or James, as Dean calls him, decides it's time for them to have a real date, and takes Dean to a local fall event. The beautiful weather, colorful leaves, and crisp air all add to the perfect day full of new experiences and time alone.As night falls and it's time to leave, things change....

It seems there's a wealth of restless spirits needing a nudge to move on their way, and the Running Scared Paranormal Research team are anxious to help. Taking a job in Old Sacramento, Wade and Jason soon realize there's a more than average haunting at The Hitching Post restaurant. Built over the old tunnels and hidden under many of the businesses, they find a world of spirits that have been forgotten. Until now.Jason is excited to take on one of their first big jobs as an official...

After waiting to explore Preston Castle, the team was finally ready to go. Jason begins his research on the many paranormal experiences recorded through the years, and instantly knows this is not a typical haunting. While watching video footage, he realizes there's far more lingering around Preston Castle than just ghosts.Wade's ability to see and interact with spirits has become something he depends on, but Janis warns him against the shadow people they'll encounter. He questions ...

Seeing spirits is one thing, but feeling the pain of their death is an experience best left alone. Restless spirits, a ghost dog, and two men connected to the spirit world. What could go wrong? Bran Tanda works at the hospital morgue despite the fact he can see and hear all the spirits that tend to congregate there. He wants to help them, even if they terrify him with their aggressive tactics to get him to acknowledge their existence.Jordan Amid is Bran's assistant. He's reluctant ...

Tim Latham had only been riding for the Pony Express for a week before he has to show the new guy the trail. Being raised on a farm in the Sacramento area, the Pony Express gave him an opportunity to see more of the country beyond his family's little plot of land. He loves everything about the job: the adventure, the scenery, and the speed. Racing the wind on the back of a horse was as close to perfect as he could imagine.Jeremiah Rollins grew up in San Francisco under the shadow of...