Lane Hayes

BETTER THAN HOME is in KU & BAXTER’S Audiobook News!

The wait is over, KU Readers! BETTER THAN HOME and the entire Better Than Series is back on Amazon KU. You can catch up with Matt and Aaron and the gang for free with your subscription!

I fell in love with Matt and Aaron while writing their story ten years ago, shortly after my eldest son came out. I’ve talked about how it was a love letter of sorts to my son, but I realize that it was part of my journey as a parent. I wanted to learn whatever I could about how to support him and be present in his life in a meaningful way. Writing helped me do that. It gave me a diary of sorts to explore fear and heartache and ultimately, love and acceptance.

I wrote countless shorts after Better Than Good was released, highlighting anything from major life events to silly conversations the boys had while brushing their teeth or loading a dishwasher. Two years ago, I compile that collection into Better Than Beginnings. New shorts were added, including Matt and Aaron’s engagement and wedding story. And now, we have a new chapter, Better Than Home. I hope you enjoy following Matt and Aaron in the next phase of their HEA!

AND I have more news!

THE REAL BAXTER audiobook is LIVE!

Michael Ferraiuolo narrates Seb and Trent’s story about the hotshot silver-fox Hollywood producer and the actor who wins his heart…and teaches him how to keep it real. Sigh… Check out the sample and purchase link here. I’ll be doing a giveaway in my reader’s group, Lane’s Lovers this weekend too. Come join the fun!

Happy Reading and Listening! Lane xo

BETTER THAN HOME is LIVE!

Yes! BETTER THAN HOME, a Matt and Aaron (Better Than Good) novella, is LIVE now!

BETTER THAN HOME is available at all reliable retailers this week (Kobo, Apple, B&N) and will go to Amazon KU exclusively on Friday, April 22. If you’re not a KU user, be sure to pick up a copy now and see what’s in store for Matty and Aaron in the next chapter of their Happily Ever After. This super sexy, low/no angst novella follows the sensible lawyer and his fabulous diva husband into a new chapter in life.

Better Than Good fans, this one is for you!

NOTE- This novella is a companion piece to BETTER THAN GOOD and BETTER THAN BEGINNINGS.

Happy Reading! Lane xo

RULES OF PLAY is Available Everywhere! And More News…

The entire Script Club Series is now available at all reliable ebook retailers (Kobo, Apple, B&N, Amazon, etc)…including RULES OF PLAY. Don’t miss the vampire-loving geek and the jock, who happens to be his brother’s best friend. This series will be back on KU next month so don’t wait! Check out the blurb below…

The genius, the ex-jock, and a new playbook…

George-

My brother’s friend is hot—if you’re into flannel-wearing lumbersexual former jocks who eat donuts for dinner and still scribble to-do lists on their palms. I’m not. I’m a serious scientist in my final year of grad school. Okay, I admit I have few quirks of my own. I also have a broken truck and a boss who thinks I can help him find love. I’m in over my head. Help!

Aiden-

A few quirks? Really? George is the weirdest dude I know. He wears capes in public, brings a book everywhere he goes, and loves all things spooky. He’s also the smartest person on the planet—who somehow thinks I can help him write a How-To-Get-A-Date playbook for his boss. Yeah, that sounds suspicious. I know baseball; I don’t know anything about love. But I can’t say no. The thing is…I’ve always had a soft spot for George. But falling for my best friend’s brother is against the rules, isn’t it?

Rules of Play is an MM bisexual awakening story where opposites attract and shenanigans ensue!

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AND… my Right and Wrong Series is back in KU! Woohoo! Check out my original “LA” boys. Soccer players, friends, and more. Oh, and my dog is in here too! LOL You’ll find him in Book 2, The Wrong Man. 😉

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Quick Reminder: BETTER THAN HOME will be here in just 5 days!

This novella features Matt and Aaron from Better Than Good and Better Than Beginnings and a brand new chapter in their lives! The entire Better Than Series, including Better Than Home when it releases on April 18, is available at all reliable ebook retailers for a short time (till April 21). The series will go back to KU at that time, so mark your calendars!

Last but not least, THE REAL BAXTER is expected to be released on audiobook any time now! Michael Ferraiuolo is narrating my newest release with the Hollywood hotshot producer and the down-on-his-luck actor. Stay tuned! And have you seen the paperback? It’s gorgeous!

Happy Reading! Lane xo

Surprise Cover/Blurb Reveal!

Remember when I said I was going to write a little more Matt and Aaron? Well, I did! BETTER THAN HOME is coming April 18! Preorder is available now!

Check out this gorgeous cover by Reese Dante. ❤️

If you’re a Matty and Aaron fan, you won’t want to miss this! And if you don’t know who Matt and Aaron are, it’s time to check out BETTER THAN GOOD and the rest of the Better Than Series.

BTG was my first MM romance, published 9 years ago this coming July. Wow! It’s a very simple love story about a law student who meets a dazzling, fabulous man who changes his life.

As some of you know, Better Than Good was written in 2012 in the days after my oldest son came out as a sort of love letter to him. The story was a very simple romance about stumbling into the unexpected and embarking on a journey of self-realization, love, and acceptance.

I fell in love with Matt and Aaron and wrote countless snippets highlighting anything from major life events to silly conversations the guys had while brushing their teeth or loading a dishwasher. The shorts were published on my blog and eventually were compiled, edited, and released in a collection called, Better Than Beginnings. Better Than Home begins shortly after BTB ends. The boys are off on a new adventure and I cannot wait to share this with you!

Check out the blurb below and be sure to mark your calendars and Goodreads pages for April 18!

BETTER THAN HOME

The lawyer, the diva, and a new adventure…

Matt-

Life is good. A few years ago, I met someone special, came out as bi, fell head over heels, and married the love of my life. A man. But not just any man.

Aaron is a confident, unapologetically fabulous diva who isn’t afraid to take chances. I love that about him. New state, new career path…no problem.

Except things don’t always go according to plan. That’s okay. It might be the perfect time to get back to basics and check off a few items on our original list…like buy a house and start a family. Whoa! House first.

However, house hunting isn’t glamorous at all, and with my partnership at the law firm in the balance, it’s kind of stressful. Everything we’ve dreamed of is within reach—if we can just find a place that feels like home, we’ll be better than good.

Better Than Home is a sweet and sexy novella featuring Matt and Aaron from my International Bestselling book, Better Than Good. The lawyer, the diva, and the happy ever after of a lifetime. For readers who know the real love story happens after the first “I love you.”

Happy Reading! Lane xo

The Jock Script is Now Available Everywhere! And a Box Set Sale… and More!

The wait is over! The Jock Script, Book 3 of The Script Club (nerd/jock) series is now available at all reliable ebook retail stores (Kobo, B&N, Apple, Amazon, etc)!

This is a fun romantic comedy featuring an ultra-organized scientist, a hunky high school lacrosse coach, and naughty script. A perfect recipe for sexy shenanigans! And yes, there are two more books in this series scheduled for 2022. In fact, Book 5 will be here later this spring! Stay tuned for info. Be sure to check out the other books in The Script Club Series too.

AND for a limited time, LEANING INTO, The Complete Box Set is on sale for just $6.99. Four complete novels, three novellas, and two brand new short stories…

Lean in to love, to the fall, to a forever kind of wish…

A peek into the lives of a group of college buddies is the beginning of a special journey showcasing the unique bonds of friends who become true family. Friends to lovers, age gaps, second chances, hurt/comfort, coming out, and a couple of holiday shorts too! Take a trip to San Francisco and wine country to meet this compelling crew in this complete box set. You won’t be sorry!

LEANING INTO SERIES Box Set is part of the Book Binge with MM Bundles Promo If you’re a fan of box sets and book bundles then this promo is for you! I’ve joined together with a fab group of LGBTQ+ authors to bring you this incredible collection of book bundles. Check them all out here.

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Have you met The Real Baxter?

Sebastian and Trent’s story is live and available now in ebook and paperback. The audiobook is expected to be released in early April. And omg…I cannot wait for you to hear Michael Ferraiuolo’s narration!

Age Gap Bodyguard Hurt/Comfort Humor

The sexy silver-fox Hollywood producer who lies for a living and the down and out actor who reminds him what’s real…

Book 2 in The Baxter Chronicles is coming this summer! Woohoo!

My next release is a fun one, especially if you’re a fan of my first series, Better Than. I’m releasing a novella starring Matt and Aaron from Better Than Good called…Better Than Home.

Can you guess what it’s about? LOL Look for the cover/blurb reveal and preorder info coming in the next couple of weeks!

Happy Spring and Happy Reading! Lane xo

THE REAL BAXTER is LIVE!

Finally! THE REAL BAXTER is here! Sebastian Rourke’s story has been years in the making…and it was truly a labor of love with some laughter and tears along the way. I’m very proud of this novel. It’s the longest one I’ve ever written with characters I fell in love with. There’s something extraordinarily irresistible about an older man who has it all and learns the hard way that what he really needs can’t be bought.

THE REAL BAXTER will be available shortly in paperback and on audio!

I proudly present Seb and Trent and THE REAL BAXTER…Enjoy!

❤️ Age Gap ❤️ Bodyguard ❤️ Fake Boyfriend ❤️ Humor ❤️Hurt/Comfort

In other book news…the Starting From Series is back on Amazon KU! This series is about the making and rise of a band, but ultimately, it’s really about friendship and the family we make.

*NOTE: Starting From is related to the upcoming Baxter Chronicles series in crossover characters in Book 1, but they are completely separate entities and can be enjoyed as standalones.

ALSO, FOLLOWING THE RULES, Book 1 in my Geek/Jock series is just 99 cents for a few days only at all reliable ebook retailers (Amazon, Kobo, Apple, etc). Find out what happens when Topher agrees to tutor his best friend’s older brother, an injured NFL player who’s decided to go back to school! ❤️

AND THE HOLIDAY LIST is now available everywhere too! If you’re in the mood for a sweet holiday novella featuring a single dad and Christmas-loving scientist, be sure to check out Sam and Chet’s story.

Happy Reading! Lane xo

4 Days till THE REAL BAXTER & A Geeky 99 Cent Sale!

4 Days and Counting till THE REAL BAXTER is here! Woohoo! I can’t wait to introduce Seb and Trent’s story. The older Hollywood hot shot and the man who can teach him what’s real. Sigh…

❤️ Age Gap ❤️ Bodyguard ❤️ Fake Boyfriend ❤️ Humor ❤️Hurt/Comfort

Preorder available here.

And check this out! FOLLOWING THE RULES, Book 1 in my Geek/Jock series is just 99 cents for a few days only at all reliable ebook retailers (Amazon, Kobo, Apple, etc). Find out what happens when Topher agrees to tutor his best friend’s older brother, an injured NFL player who’s decided to go back to school! ❤️

ALSO… this is the final day OUT ON THE ICE is on sale for the Winter Olympic Promo. Get your copy of the closeted sexy baseball player and the hockey forward who accidentally fall in love. ❤️ If you’re an enemies to lovers fan, this one’s for you! *All books in the Out in College are designed to be read as standalones!

Happy Reading! And happy last day of February. Spring is almost here!

Lane xo

THE REAL BAXTER Cover/Blurb Reveal!

Ta da! It’s been a long wait, but THE REAL BAXTER cover and blurb are officially revealed… Check out this gorgeous new cover by the amazing Reese Dante. Sebastian’s story is almost here! Woohoo!

I can’t wait to introduce you to Seb and Trent, the silver-fox Hollywood exec and the down-on-his-luck actor slash faux bodyguard. THE REAL BAXTER is Book 1 in The Baxter Chronicles, my brand-new “Hollywood” series.

This one is extra special because it belongs to Sebastian Rourke, who some may remember from my Starting From Series. I know a lot of readers have been waiting for Seb’s HEA for years! What makes him so special? Well, let’s just say…Seb is a piece of work. He’s a perfect storm of good intentions and misplaced priorities. He’s both generous and selfish, kind and ruthless, a true success story…and a bit of a mess. LOL And Trent is just a regular guy who’s willing to show him what’s real…even if it means losing it all. *sigh…

Check out the blurb below and be sure to save THE REAL BAXTER on your Goodreads page. Three weeks and counting!

THE REAL BAXTER

The silver-fox and the faux bodyguard…

Sebastian

Who’s the true hero behind the Hollywood heartthrob, crime-fighting, adventure-seeking international man of mystery? Me. I’m the real Baxter.

Well, I wear the suit and let the action play out onscreen. You want to know the secret of my success? Sell the story you want to tell. Even if you have to bend the truth a little.

Okay…a lot.

Trust me, no one will notice. Except Trent, who seems to notice everything. And for some reason, I like that. I like him. I’m just not sure what to do about it.

Trent

Look, I’m not exactly killing it. I’m a typical struggling actor-slash-waiter, hoping for a break. And boom…in walks Sebastian Rourke. He’s a cutthroat, wickedly charming silver fox, a Hollywood legend in the making. No joke. You’ve got to sell a piece of your soul to get in this man’s orbit. Or fake a British accent, then take a job playing bodyguard to fool the press. As one does.

I know I should take advantage of the very strange situation I find myself in, but I’m not sure I’m cut out for it. However, I’m willing to take a chance, ’cause I want the real Seb.

Even though it might cost me everything.

The Real Baxter is a MM age-gap, bisexual romance featuring the man who has everything and the actor who’s willing to show him what’s real.

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I’m pleased to announce that Leaning Into a Wish is now available in French Translation! Pour…un voeu: Pour… #5

Two coworkers at a prestigious Napa winery…one serious, one not-so-serious. When their tentative friendship blossoms into something more, Ryan and Danny may have to change direction and lean into a holiday wish…

Last but not least…

WINTER OLYMPICS PROMO!

OUT ON THE ICE is just 99 cents for the whole month of February! Woohoo!

Out on the Ice is a low-angst MM romance, bisexual coming out story. When so much more than the final season hangs in the balance, it may be time to risk it all and come out on the ice.

If you’re a fan of the winter games then the Winter Olympic Promo is for you! I’ve joined twelve amazing MM romance writers to help celebrate the upcoming games with a fun collection of sport-themed romances. Check them all out here…

Participating Authors: Avery Cockburn, BL Maxwell, Chantal Mer, Jeff Adams, Keira Andrews, Leta Blake, NJ Lysk, Rj Scott, Susan Scott Shelley, Sean Michaels, Vicki Locey

Happy Reading!

Book News! Including a 99 Cent Sale!

Happy February! I have some fun updates to share!

FOLLOWING THE RULES is now available on all ebook platforms, including Kobo, Apple, and B&N (as well as Amazon). If you’v been waiting to dive into my Geek and Jocks series, now is the perfect time!

The geek, the jock, and a new set of rules…

❤ Best friend’s brother ❤ Nerd/Jock ❤ Bisexual awakening ❤ Romantic comedy

Topher-

My friend’s brother needs an academic assistant and I need a job. Problem…jocks are my weakness. Seriously. I lose my ability to speak coherently around muscle-bound hotties. Oh yeah, I lose my inhibitions too—not a good look for a guy with a genius IQ. So what am I going to do about Simon?

Simon-

Finishing college isn’t high on my list of priorities, but my future in professional football is looking bleak. I need a plan B or C, and I could use some help navigating life as an undergrad. Topher is perfect. He’s also a little strange…but in a good way. And I like the way I feel when I’m around him—as though anything is possible. Maybe if we follow our hearts, we’ll find what we’re looking for. But that means changing the rules…

Following the Rules is a MM, bisexual awakening romance starring a lovable nerd, a cool jock, and some extracurricular fun.

The other books in the series will make their way to a wide market soon too! I’ll keep you posted. And yes! There are two more books coming in the Script Club series in 2022.

WINTER OLYMPICS PROMO!

OUT ON THE ICE is just 99 cents for the whole month of February! And you can add audio for $7.49 with Whispersynch! Woohoo!

Two jocks, one secret… Out on the Ice is a low-angst MM romance, bisexual coming out story featuring a sexy but broken baseball player and the hockey player who, in spite of his best effort, can’t stay away from him. When so much more than the final season hangs in the balance, it may be time to risk it all and come out on the ice.

If you’re a fan of the winter games then this is the promo for you! I’ve joined twelve amazing MM romance writers to help celebrate the upcoming games with a fun collection of sport-themed romances. Check them all out here…

❤Participating Authors: Avery Cockburn, BL Maxwell, Chantal Mer, Jeff Adams, Keira Andrews, Leta Blake, NJ Lysk, Rj Scott, Susan Scott Shelley, Sean Michaels, Vicki Locey

Look for the Cover/Blurb Reveal for THE REAL BAXTER next week! I can’t wait to share Sebastian’s story. And it’s a long one, my friends! Close to 100k, which is roughly 100 pages longer than my usual. LOL This title will be released March 4, audio to follow, narrated by Michael Ferraiuolo. Check out the sexy teaser I made and be sure to check your email next week!

Last, but certainly not least… Matt and Aaron are back! I’m releasing a short story featuring my bestselling and one of my best-loved couples, Matt & Aaron from Better Than Good. This will be available this spring!

Lot of info, but it’s all fun stuff!

Happy Reading! Lane xo

99 Cent Sale & OUT IN THE SURF is LIVE!

Happy 2022! I have a sale, a new novella, and a Baxter teaser for you!

LEANING INTO THE FALL is just 99 cents through tomorrow, January 18! If you’re a fan of age-gap romances, be sure to check out the Book Funnel link below! There are dozens of amazing reads. The Book Funnel promotion ends today, but I’ll extend LEANING INTO THE FALL’s sweet deal through tomorrow.

LGBTQ AGE GAP PROMOTION Happy reading! https://books.bookfunnel.com/lgbtqagegap/uh55dwok62

Leaning Into The Fall – ONLY 99c/99p

Nick Jorgensen is a quirky genius. He’s made a fortune in the competitive high tech field with his quick mind and attention to detail. People are difficult, but numbers never lie. In the disastrous wake of a broken engagement, Nick is more certain than ever he isn’t relationship material.

Wes Conrad owns a thriving winery in Napa Valley. In spite of his best intention to steer clear of complications, Nick can’t fight his growing attraction to the sexy older man who seems to understand him. However, when Wes’s past collides with Nick’s present, both men will have to have to decide if they’re ready to lean into the ultimate fall.

Participating Authors: V.L. Locey, Garrett Leigh, Rj Scott, JP Sayle, Con Riley, Elizabeth Noble, Rachel Ember, Roan Parrish, Jay Northcote, Lane Hayes, Charley Descoteaux, Jay Hogan, Anyta Sunday, Stella Shaw, Clare London, CF White, JJ Harper, Sam E. Kraemer, Jodi Payne, TL Travis, Leta Blake, Rebecca Cohen, A.d. Ellis, Ali Ryecart, N.J. Lysk, Kaje Harper, Cara Dee, Gabriel Renee Lyons, Amy Aislin, Julie Bozza, Nora Phoenix, Keira Andrews

ALSO… OUT ON THE SURF is available NOW!

This novella release is part of YOUR BOOK BOYFRIENDS BOYFRIEND Giveaway! Yep! Cal and Luca’s story is FREE for all of 2022! FREE! Check out the YBBB Page here for info and links!

🏄 When the teacher becomes the student, it may be time to come out in the surf.🏄

OUT IN THE SURF

The hockey player, the surfer, and a lesson neither can forget…

Luca

I love the beach, and I’m a good athlete. Learning how to surf should be a breeze, right? Wrong. In a twist, hockey is nothing like surfing. That’s okay—I just need a diversion to round out my new life in So Cal while I figure out what comes next. As long as I keep my head above water, this could be fun. Bonus…my instructor is hot.

Cal

Teaching newbies to surf is easy money. Usually. My newest student is a wild card who seems to think his jock status should make him a natural at everything he tries, and I can see why. Luca is…special. He’s dynamic, energetic, and fun. It’s hard not to like him. But I like him a little too much.

This could be trouble.

Out in the Surf is a low-angst MM romance, bisexual-awakening story.

Who’s ready for THE REAL BAXTER? The cover/blurb reveal is just a couple of weeks away!

Happy Reading and Happy 2022! Lane xo