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In My Heart:
An Infatuation and A Shooting Star
Two favorite bittersweet dreams romance novellas in one anthology (paperback only)
published by Dreamspinner Press
HONORABLE MENTION RAINBOW AWARDS 2016
“Two short stories that I cried and laughed with. Truly bittersweet stories about regrets, lost opportunities and enduring love. Top notch characterization.” -- Rainbow Awards
An Infatuation: With his ten-year high school reunion approaching, Harold wonders whether Mario will be as muscular, sexy, and tantalizing as he remembers. As a teenager, it was love at first sight for Harold while tutoring football star Mario, until homophobia and bullying drove Mario deep into the closet. Now they’re both married men. Mario, a model, is miserable with his producer wife, while Harold, a teacher, is perfectly content with his businessman husband, Stuart. When the two meet again, will the old flame reignite, setting Harold’s comfortable life ablaze? How can Harold be happy with Stuart when he is still infatuated with his Adonis, his first love, Mario? Harold faces this seemingly impossible situation with inimitable wit, tenderness, and humor as he attempts to reconcile the past and the future.
A Shooting Star: On the eve of the best night of his life, winning an Academy Award, Jonathan Bello thinks back to his one great love, David Star. Flipping back the pages of time, Jonathan recalls his handsome, muscular, and charismatic college roommate. Since Jonathan was a freshman and David a senior in the Theatre Department, David took Jonathan under his wing and molded him, not only as an actor but as a lover. With every wonderful new adventure, David left his joyful mark on anyone with whom they came in contact, but Jonathan soon uncovered David’s dark past, leading to a shocking event. Undaunted, Jonathan celebrates the captivating man who will always hold a special place in his heart.
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An Infatuation and A Shooting Star
Two favorite bittersweet dreams romance novellas in one anthology (paperback only)
published by Dreamspinner Press
HONORABLE MENTION RAINBOW AWARDS 2016
“Two short stories that I cried and laughed with. Truly bittersweet stories about regrets, lost opportunities and enduring love. Top notch characterization.” -- Rainbow Awards
An Infatuation: With his ten-year high school reunion approaching, Harold wonders whether Mario will be as muscular, sexy, and tantalizing as he remembers. As a teenager, it was love at first sight for Harold while tutoring football star Mario, until homophobia and bullying drove Mario deep into the closet. Now they’re both married men. Mario, a model, is miserable with his producer wife, while Harold, a teacher, is perfectly content with his businessman husband, Stuart. When the two meet again, will the old flame reignite, setting Harold’s comfortable life ablaze? How can Harold be happy with Stuart when he is still infatuated with his Adonis, his first love, Mario? Harold faces this seemingly impossible situation with inimitable wit, tenderness, and humor as he attempts to reconcile the past and the future.
A Shooting Star: On the eve of the best night of his life, winning an Academy Award, Jonathan Bello thinks back to his one great love, David Star. Flipping back the pages of time, Jonathan recalls his handsome, muscular, and charismatic college roommate. Since Jonathan was a freshman and David a senior in the Theatre Department, David took Jonathan under his wing and molded him, not only as an actor but as a lover. With every wonderful new adventure, David left his joyful mark on anyone with whom they came in contact, but Jonathan soon uncovered David’s dark past, leading to a shocking event. Undaunted, Jonathan celebrates the captivating man who will always hold a special place in his heart.
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Praise for IN MY HEART: AN INFATUATION AND A SHOOTING STAR:
“Author Joe Cosentino brought just the right amount of humor, angst and honesty to make this short but sweet coming of age story a success.” MM Good Book Reviews
“Don't miss this one friends, it is a heartfelt story magical in the telling! Thanks Joe for putting your heart on the page for us to savor!” -- Bike Book Reviews
“Like an onion, Joe Cosentino's stories have layers. I would really recommend them. This is a Bittersweet novel, but it has laughs-a-plenty despite the sad and ugly lurking beneath the veneer. A truly fabulous read.” -- Boy Meets Boy Reviews
An Infatuation
An In My Heart romance ebook novella
published by Dreamspinner Press
HONORABLE MENTION RAINBOW AWARDS 2016
Winner of the Divine Magazine 2015 Book Awards for Best LBGT Book Cover!
Second Place in the Divine Magazine 2015 Book Awards for Best LGBT Romance!
With his ten-year high school reunion approaching, Harold wonders whether Mario will be as muscular, sexy, and tantalizing as he remembers. As a teenager, it was love at first sight for Harold while tutoring football star Mario, until homophobia and bullying drove Mario deep into the closet. Now they’re both married men. Mario, a model, is miserable with his producer wife, while Harold, a teacher, is perfectly content with his businessman husband, Stuart. When the two meet again, will the old flame reignite, setting Harold’s comfortable life ablaze? How can Harold be happy with Stuart when he is still infatuated with his Adonis, his first love, Mario? Harold faces this seemingly impossible situation with inimitable wit, tenderness, and humor as he attempts to reconcile the past and the future.
A Bittersweet Dreams title: It's an unfortunate truth: love doesn't always conquer all. Regardless of its strength, sometimes fate intervenes, tragedy strikes, or forces conspire against it. These stories of romance do not offer a traditional happy ending, but the strong and enduring love will still touch your heart and maybe move you to tears.
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It is also available from most other online book sellers.
An In My Heart romance ebook novella
published by Dreamspinner Press
HONORABLE MENTION RAINBOW AWARDS 2016
Winner of the Divine Magazine 2015 Book Awards for Best LBGT Book Cover!
Second Place in the Divine Magazine 2015 Book Awards for Best LGBT Romance!
With his ten-year high school reunion approaching, Harold wonders whether Mario will be as muscular, sexy, and tantalizing as he remembers. As a teenager, it was love at first sight for Harold while tutoring football star Mario, until homophobia and bullying drove Mario deep into the closet. Now they’re both married men. Mario, a model, is miserable with his producer wife, while Harold, a teacher, is perfectly content with his businessman husband, Stuart. When the two meet again, will the old flame reignite, setting Harold’s comfortable life ablaze? How can Harold be happy with Stuart when he is still infatuated with his Adonis, his first love, Mario? Harold faces this seemingly impossible situation with inimitable wit, tenderness, and humor as he attempts to reconcile the past and the future.
A Bittersweet Dreams title: It's an unfortunate truth: love doesn't always conquer all. Regardless of its strength, sometimes fate intervenes, tragedy strikes, or forces conspire against it. These stories of romance do not offer a traditional happy ending, but the strong and enduring love will still touch your heart and maybe move you to tears.
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Praise for AN INFATUATION:
"The author executed his storyline with a marvelous precision that would be the envy of many authors. He draws the readers into the lives of his characters, they become real and in turn, their emotions becomes yours....If you can only afford to buy one more book this year, buy this one.” -- Three Books Over the Rainbow Reviews
“Don't miss this one friends, it is a heartfelt story magical in the telling! Thanks Joe for putting your heart on the page for us to savor!” -- Bike Book Reviews
“It’s unusual for me to get sucked into a book in the first chapter but it grabbed me early and I read the whole thing in one day.” -- Nautical Star Books
A Shooting Star
An In My Heart romance ebook novella
published by Dreamspinner Press
HONORABLE MENTION RAINBOW AWARDS 2016
A Prism Book Alliance Award Finalist
On the eve of the best night of his life, winning an Academy Award, Jonathan Bello thinks back to his one great love, David Star. Flipping back the pages of time, Jonathan recalls his handsome, muscular, and charismatic college roommate. Since Jonathan was a freshman and David a senior in the Theatre Department, David took Jonathan under his wing and molded him, not only as an actor but as a lover. With every wonderful new adventure, David left his joyful mark on anyone with whom they came in contact, but Jonathan soon uncovered David’s dark past, leading to a shocking event. Undaunted, Jonathan celebrates the captivating man who will always hold a special place in his heart.
A Bittersweet Dreams title: It's an unfortunate truth: love doesn't always conquer all. Regardless of its strength, sometimes fate intervenes, tragedy strikes, or forces conspire against it. These stories of romance do not offer a traditional happy ending, but the strong and enduring love will still touch your heart and maybe move you to tears.
Purchase from Dreamspinner Press
Purchase from Amazon, Apple, or Barnes & Noble here
It is also available from most other online book sellers.
An In My Heart romance ebook novella
published by Dreamspinner Press
HONORABLE MENTION RAINBOW AWARDS 2016
A Prism Book Alliance Award Finalist
On the eve of the best night of his life, winning an Academy Award, Jonathan Bello thinks back to his one great love, David Star. Flipping back the pages of time, Jonathan recalls his handsome, muscular, and charismatic college roommate. Since Jonathan was a freshman and David a senior in the Theatre Department, David took Jonathan under his wing and molded him, not only as an actor but as a lover. With every wonderful new adventure, David left his joyful mark on anyone with whom they came in contact, but Jonathan soon uncovered David’s dark past, leading to a shocking event. Undaunted, Jonathan celebrates the captivating man who will always hold a special place in his heart.
A Bittersweet Dreams title: It's an unfortunate truth: love doesn't always conquer all. Regardless of its strength, sometimes fate intervenes, tragedy strikes, or forces conspire against it. These stories of romance do not offer a traditional happy ending, but the strong and enduring love will still touch your heart and maybe move you to tears.
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Praise for A SHOOTING STAR:
“unbelievably beautiful” “a masterpiece” -- Lovebytes Reviews
"This is a bittersweet love story, so don’t be surprised if you find tears running down your face when a shining and burning star is extinguished too soon. But, as Joe Cosentino proves time and time again, with his wonderful writing and storytelling ability, love will prevail, and you will smile from ear to ear." -- Kathy Mac Reviews
“A Shooting Star could easily function as a master class in how to write short fiction (or any fiction). Joe Cosentino has provided a work that will leave you thinking and wanting to savor and re-read it again and again.” -- GGR Reviews
The Naked Prince and Other Tales from Fairyland
A fantasy romance short story anthology
published by Dreamspinner Press
Winner of Best Audiobook of October 2016 on Open Skye Reviews!
HONORABLE MENTION RAINBOW AWARDS 2019
Four humorous, romantic, adventurous, touching, and magically gay tales from Fairyland.
Cinder, a poor and beautiful young man who designs clothing, makeup, and hair for his stepmother and stepsisters, offers his clothing and slippers to a naked stranger in the woods who turns out to be none other than Prince Charming. Follow Cinder and Prince Charming in this twist on the classic “Cinderella” tale, as they discover their inner strengths and find their very own happily ever after. Enjoy “The Naked Prince” and three other reimagined Tales from Fairyland, each with a unique spin on stories we all know and love, including “The Golden Rule,” where eighteen-year-old Gideon Golden, after being thrown out of his home in Fairyland by his homophobic parents, breaks into the cottage of three burly men on Bear Mountain; “Whatever Happened To…?,” in which friction ensues between a celebrity with a growing appendage and the reporter who has a thing for giants; and “Ice Cold,” where young Gaelen must save his love Kieran after a handsome but evil prince freezes Kieran’s heart and bewitches him into being the prince’s slave.
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It is also available from most other online book sellers.
A fantasy romance short story anthology
published by Dreamspinner Press
Winner of Best Audiobook of October 2016 on Open Skye Reviews!
HONORABLE MENTION RAINBOW AWARDS 2019
Four humorous, romantic, adventurous, touching, and magically gay tales from Fairyland.
Cinder, a poor and beautiful young man who designs clothing, makeup, and hair for his stepmother and stepsisters, offers his clothing and slippers to a naked stranger in the woods who turns out to be none other than Prince Charming. Follow Cinder and Prince Charming in this twist on the classic “Cinderella” tale, as they discover their inner strengths and find their very own happily ever after. Enjoy “The Naked Prince” and three other reimagined Tales from Fairyland, each with a unique spin on stories we all know and love, including “The Golden Rule,” where eighteen-year-old Gideon Golden, after being thrown out of his home in Fairyland by his homophobic parents, breaks into the cottage of three burly men on Bear Mountain; “Whatever Happened To…?,” in which friction ensues between a celebrity with a growing appendage and the reporter who has a thing for giants; and “Ice Cold,” where young Gaelen must save his love Kieran after a handsome but evil prince freezes Kieran’s heart and bewitches him into being the prince’s slave.
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Praise for THE NAKED PRINCE AND OTHER TALES FROM FAIRYLAND:
“This is a brilliant work, filled with imaginative twists and sly asides. This is adult literature, overflowing with sometimes gentle but often biting humor, and these fairy tales take on a new edginess without ever losing the morality underpinning each story. The Naked Prince and Other Tales from Fairyland gets my highest recommendation! If I could give it more than 5 Stars I would. Bravo, sir, bravo!” -- GGR Reviews
“Sometimes you are lucky enough to find an author that ticks every box you want as a reader. Today I’m that lucky reader....a great saucy, fun collection and highly recommended.” -- Three Books Over the Rainbow
“the stories are all well done and smart, engaging, funny and sweet.” -- Scattered Thoughts and Rogue Words
Holiday Tales from Fairyland
A fantasy romance short story anthology
HONORABLE MENTION RAINBOW AWARDS 2019
It’s holiday time in Fairyland. On Halloween, Ichabod Crane, a young schoolteacher, has a boner over sexy and muscular farmer Brom Bones. When the residents of the homophobic Sleepy Hollow aren’t happy about it, the headless horseman rides into town. Will Ichabod fall off his horse into Brom’s strong, rescuing arms, teaching the townsfolk a lesson in acceptance they’ll never forget? On Christmas, hunky Cavalier P.I. receives a visit from a new client, handsome young Fritz. Somebody strangled Fritz’s sister Clara with the ribbons of her toe shoes, and Fritz is the top suspect. But he seems more interested in the bulge in Cavalier’s tights than in getting himself off the hook. When Cavalier turns sweet on Fritz, it’s time for the private investigator to question his old dance partner the Sugar Plum Fairy, Clara’s husband the Nutcracker, Fritz’s other sister Louise, and Fritz’s Godpapa Drosselmeyer to save his intended and find out: Who Killed Clara? At Winter Solstice, young Vasily falls in love with a mysterious, handsome man who rides by his orphanage each morning, noon, and night. Upon following him, Vasily discovers the man is a prince under the powers of Baba Yaga. Can Vasily rescue his tortured Prince Anton from the witch’s conversion therapy and dance around his pole on May Day?
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A fantasy romance short story anthology
HONORABLE MENTION RAINBOW AWARDS 2019
It’s holiday time in Fairyland. On Halloween, Ichabod Crane, a young schoolteacher, has a boner over sexy and muscular farmer Brom Bones. When the residents of the homophobic Sleepy Hollow aren’t happy about it, the headless horseman rides into town. Will Ichabod fall off his horse into Brom’s strong, rescuing arms, teaching the townsfolk a lesson in acceptance they’ll never forget? On Christmas, hunky Cavalier P.I. receives a visit from a new client, handsome young Fritz. Somebody strangled Fritz’s sister Clara with the ribbons of her toe shoes, and Fritz is the top suspect. But he seems more interested in the bulge in Cavalier’s tights than in getting himself off the hook. When Cavalier turns sweet on Fritz, it’s time for the private investigator to question his old dance partner the Sugar Plum Fairy, Clara’s husband the Nutcracker, Fritz’s other sister Louise, and Fritz’s Godpapa Drosselmeyer to save his intended and find out: Who Killed Clara? At Winter Solstice, young Vasily falls in love with a mysterious, handsome man who rides by his orphanage each morning, noon, and night. Upon following him, Vasily discovers the man is a prince under the powers of Baba Yaga. Can Vasily rescue his tortured Prince Anton from the witch’s conversion therapy and dance around his pole on May Day?
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Praise for HOLIDAY TALES FROM FAIRYLAND:
“draws upon the current political climate in a light-hearted story of love, acceptance and learning… Cheeky, sweet, and rip-roaringly fun…shrouded in romance and acceptance, with a holiday flavor that made me wish for cold nights snuggled up with a good book.” --Divine Magazine
“Another wonderful collection of short stories based on common fairy tales with an M/M twist. Each story is unique and will make you smile by the end…The lovely short stories bring you back to childhood while giving you a twist that made the stories even better!” --Valerie Ullmer Reviews
“sweet, hilarious, and sexy…these stories will entertain and delight you…I love the wit that is always prevalent in Joe Cosentino’s work!” TTC Books and More
Tales from Fairyland Anthology
A fantasy romance paperback anthology
containing both
The Naked Prince and other Tales from Fairyland
and
Holiday Tales from Fairyland
HONORABLE MENTION RAINBOW AWARDS 2019
"I loved the witty tongue in cheek social commentary in these stories. All were very clever, and nicely done. There are a few twists along the way which I very much enjoyed. I especially loved the ballet setting and terms used in the story Christmas in Fairyland. Some of the stories were cute adaptations of favourite fairy stories, others much more serious, which made a collection an interesting mix." -- Rainbow Awards
Welcome to Fairyland, a magical place where your favorite fairytale characters come out on the other side of the rainbow. Poor and beautiful Cinder offers his clothes to a naked prince in the woods in a twist on the classic Cinderella tale. Eighteen-year-old Gideon Golden, after being thrown out of his home by his homophobic parents, breaks into the cottage of three irresistibly burly men on Bear Mountain. Romance ensues between that stringy guy with a growing appendage and the character with a thing for giants. A handsome but cold-hearted prince bewitches young Kieran into being his captive. Can Gaelen thaw the ice palace and save his love?
Then it’s holiday time in Fairyland. On Halloween, Ichabod Crane, a young schoolteacher, has a boner over muscular farmer Brom Bones. When the residents of Sleepy Hollow balk, the headless horseman rides into town teaching the townsfolk a lesson in acceptance they’ll never forget. Somebody strangled Fritz’s sister Clara with the ribbons of her toe shoes, and Fritz is the top suspect. When hunky Cavalier turns sweet on sweet Fritz, it’s time for the dancing private investigator to find out who killed Clara? At Winter Solstice, can orphan Vasily rescue a tortured prince from the witch’s conversion therapy, and dance around the prince’s pole on May Day? Somebody strangled Fritz’s sister Clara with the ribbons of her toe shoes, and Fritz is the top suspect. When hunky Cavalier turns sweet on sweet Fritz, it’s time for the dancing private investigator to question everyone involved with Clara and the Nutcracker to find out who killed Clara? At Winter Solstice, can orphan Vasily rescue a tortured prince from Baba Yaga, releasing him from the witch’s conversion therapy, and dance around the prince’s pole on May Day?
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A fantasy romance paperback anthology
containing both
The Naked Prince and other Tales from Fairyland
and
Holiday Tales from Fairyland
HONORABLE MENTION RAINBOW AWARDS 2019
"I loved the witty tongue in cheek social commentary in these stories. All were very clever, and nicely done. There are a few twists along the way which I very much enjoyed. I especially loved the ballet setting and terms used in the story Christmas in Fairyland. Some of the stories were cute adaptations of favourite fairy stories, others much more serious, which made a collection an interesting mix." -- Rainbow Awards
Welcome to Fairyland, a magical place where your favorite fairytale characters come out on the other side of the rainbow. Poor and beautiful Cinder offers his clothes to a naked prince in the woods in a twist on the classic Cinderella tale. Eighteen-year-old Gideon Golden, after being thrown out of his home by his homophobic parents, breaks into the cottage of three irresistibly burly men on Bear Mountain. Romance ensues between that stringy guy with a growing appendage and the character with a thing for giants. A handsome but cold-hearted prince bewitches young Kieran into being his captive. Can Gaelen thaw the ice palace and save his love?
Then it’s holiday time in Fairyland. On Halloween, Ichabod Crane, a young schoolteacher, has a boner over muscular farmer Brom Bones. When the residents of Sleepy Hollow balk, the headless horseman rides into town teaching the townsfolk a lesson in acceptance they’ll never forget. Somebody strangled Fritz’s sister Clara with the ribbons of her toe shoes, and Fritz is the top suspect. When hunky Cavalier turns sweet on sweet Fritz, it’s time for the dancing private investigator to find out who killed Clara? At Winter Solstice, can orphan Vasily rescue a tortured prince from the witch’s conversion therapy, and dance around the prince’s pole on May Day? Somebody strangled Fritz’s sister Clara with the ribbons of her toe shoes, and Fritz is the top suspect. When hunky Cavalier turns sweet on sweet Fritz, it’s time for the dancing private investigator to question everyone involved with Clara and the Nutcracker to find out who killed Clara? At Winter Solstice, can orphan Vasily rescue a tortured prince from Baba Yaga, releasing him from the witch’s conversion therapy, and dance around the prince’s pole on May Day?
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Praise for TALES FROM FAIRYLAND ANTHOLOGY:
“If you haven’t read anything by Cosentino, you don’t know what you are missing. His humor and penchant for drama bring these old favorites a new life as he ventures deep into Fairyland…If you love fairytales, you’ve got to read the naughty versions – they are even better!” --Joyfully Jay Reviews
“ferociously entertaining, wickedly hilarious, and unapologetically audacious assortment of raunchy, romantic adventures featuring your favorite characters in situations and positions — literally and figuratively — that you wouldn't have ever previously imagined…an anthology like none other, and only once upon a time.” --Edge Media Network
“These were such fun stories and very cleverly written…I highly recommend this if you like fairy tales with some MM lovin!!” --Boy Meets Boy Reviews
A Home For the Holidays
Bobby and Paolo’s Holiday Stories Book 1
A romance short novella ebook
published by Dreamspinner Press
Bobby’s Christmas trip to the beautiful Italian Island of Capri to meet his eccentric, extended family offers stunning views, and none more stunning than his third cousin, Paolo Mascobello, a real stocking stuffer. As the two young men embark on a relationship, Bobby, a driven law student, learns to relax and bask under the old Italian moon, and Paolo realizes there’s more to life than a frolic on the beach. For the two to find everlasting amore, Paulo must overcome his fear of commitment and learn to follow his dreams, and Bobby must get his wish for happily ever after.
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Bobby and Paolo’s Holiday Stories Book 1
A romance short novella ebook
published by Dreamspinner Press
Bobby’s Christmas trip to the beautiful Italian Island of Capri to meet his eccentric, extended family offers stunning views, and none more stunning than his third cousin, Paolo Mascobello, a real stocking stuffer. As the two young men embark on a relationship, Bobby, a driven law student, learns to relax and bask under the old Italian moon, and Paolo realizes there’s more to life than a frolic on the beach. For the two to find everlasting amore, Paulo must overcome his fear of commitment and learn to follow his dreams, and Bobby must get his wish for happily ever after.
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Praise for A HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS:
“I could see the lovely sites as Joe described them with such beauty and prose. I could feel the growing desire between the two young men and the heat building as well.” -- Cathy Brockman Romance
“I adore the character of Bobby” “the heartwarming family moments” “The vivid and almost lyrical descriptions that Joe Cosentino uses when Bobby is arriving on Capri or sightseeing all over the island with Paolo.” “the love the author has for Capri and the people there flows off the page in every word he has written.” “when you finish reading this story, you will want to book your own flight to Italy and boat to Capri.” -- Scattered Thoughts and Rogue Words
“I was there with Bobby and Paolo, feeling the sun on my face and the warm swell of the sea as I walked barefoot on the sea’s edge, the author’s brilliantly descriptive words took me to that beautiful place where Bobby and Paolo fell in love.” -- Three Books Over the Rainbow
THE PERFECT GIFT
Bobby and Paolo’s Holiday Stories Book 2
A romance novella ebook
published by Dreamspinner Press
Back in America after finding A Home for the Holidays and each other in Capri, new couple Bobby McGrath and Paolo Mascobello are ready to tie the knot during the winter holidays. Their families, friends, and pastor offer more advice than sages on speed. So, young lawyer Bobby and fashion designer Paolo are caught in the matrimonial holiday circus. Will a shocking turn of events somehow lead to the perfect wedding for the December grooms?
The following Christmas, Bobby and Paolo aren’t feeling the holiday spirit. They have a nice apartment, designer clothes, entertaining and supportive friends and family, but little time for each other. While out shopping in their quaint local holiday village, Bobby and Paolo encounter Gregory, an adorable seven-year-old who changes their lives forever, offering them a true holiday miracle… if they’re willing to accept it.
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Bobby and Paolo’s Holiday Stories Book 2
A romance novella ebook
published by Dreamspinner Press
Back in America after finding A Home for the Holidays and each other in Capri, new couple Bobby McGrath and Paolo Mascobello are ready to tie the knot during the winter holidays. Their families, friends, and pastor offer more advice than sages on speed. So, young lawyer Bobby and fashion designer Paolo are caught in the matrimonial holiday circus. Will a shocking turn of events somehow lead to the perfect wedding for the December grooms?
The following Christmas, Bobby and Paolo aren’t feeling the holiday spirit. They have a nice apartment, designer clothes, entertaining and supportive friends and family, but little time for each other. While out shopping in their quaint local holiday village, Bobby and Paolo encounter Gregory, an adorable seven-year-old who changes their lives forever, offering them a true holiday miracle… if they’re willing to accept it.
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Praise for A PERFECT GIFT:
“Joe Cosentino has a way with his stories with a touch of humor, great descriptions, and he grabs your attention, making you turn the page. If you like sweet romance, holiday stories, Christmas magic and cute kids, you will love this one!” -- TTC Books and More
“hilarious, contains some excellent observations about human nature, and had me eagerly turning the pages to find out what’s next…if you’re looking for a two-part read that is fun, emotional, suspenseful, and all about finding (and keeping) a family of your own, then you will probably like this novella. I definitely loved it!” -- Rainbow Book Reviews
“In The Perfect Gift, Joe Cosentino has, once again, written a story filled with love, laugh out loud humour and a HEA that will leave a smile on your face and seasonal joy in your heart. I loved this delightful novella and highly recommend you add it to your holiday reading list…Joe Cosentino has a way with words that I find enchanting and delightful. His descriptions of characters and settings are colorful and often highly amusing. There’s a magic to the worlds he creates that few other authors can achieve.” -- Divine Magazine
THE FIRST NOEL
Bobby and Paolo’s Holiday Stories Book 3
A romance novella ebook
published by Dreamspinner Press
Each Christmas has marked a milestone in Bobby and Paolo’s love story. But will this year be their last noel? It’s no surprise Bobby isn’t feeling much holiday spirit—not when he suspects his husband, Paolo, might be interested in his new business associate, the incredibly handsome Noel. On top of that, Bobby’s father is hanging up his Santa suit at the department store due to health issues; and worst of all, Geoffrey’s birth mother, funded by antigay extremists, is threatening their family. She’s trying to take away Bobby and Paolo’s adopted son, but she’ll have to face their supportive friends, family, and pastor before she can tear Geoffrey from the only real home he’s ever known.
With so many challenges in their path, the December grooms will need an extra helping of holiday magic this year. Rumor has it Santa’s on his way to spread some holiday cheer.
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Bobby and Paolo’s Holiday Stories Book 3
A romance novella ebook
published by Dreamspinner Press
Each Christmas has marked a milestone in Bobby and Paolo’s love story. But will this year be their last noel? It’s no surprise Bobby isn’t feeling much holiday spirit—not when he suspects his husband, Paolo, might be interested in his new business associate, the incredibly handsome Noel. On top of that, Bobby’s father is hanging up his Santa suit at the department store due to health issues; and worst of all, Geoffrey’s birth mother, funded by antigay extremists, is threatening their family. She’s trying to take away Bobby and Paolo’s adopted son, but she’ll have to face their supportive friends, family, and pastor before she can tear Geoffrey from the only real home he’s ever known.
With so many challenges in their path, the December grooms will need an extra helping of holiday magic this year. Rumor has it Santa’s on his way to spread some holiday cheer.
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Praise for THE FIRST NOEL:
“I love a Christmas book and I love Joe Cosentino so really I couldn't ask for much more from this. As we know, these two men are a really sweet couple. Add in the kid and Bobby and Paolo are pretty much complete. As with any good book though there are problems for these two to overcome. Feelings of insecurity, family issues, and threats from the boy's mother all make for a very trying time for our favorite couple. The author however wraps all these issues up in a beautiful bow in time for the holiday season.” --Books Laid Bare Boys
“The writing was wonderful with a great flow to it, and the characters were lovable and relatable and dealt with everyday issues and problems….This holiday novella is full of twists and turns, and it was a joy to read.” --Optimumm Reviews
“Three years after the first Bobby and Paolo story (A Home for the Holidays), much has happened to lawyer Bobby and fashion designer Paolo – from falling in love to getting married to fostering and then adopting Geoffrey, a little boy much in need of a loving home. Their annual Christmas adventures are some of my favorite reads, and this year’s is no exception….I was glued to the pages as plans were made and events unfolded. Not everything is as it seems – but it’s definitely Christmas and a good time for much-needed miracles!” --Rainbow Book Reviews
The Bobby and Paulo
Holiday Stories
a print anthology of all the Bobby and Paulo romance stories
published by Dreamspinner Press
The holidays are a magical time for everyone, but they hold special meaning for young lawyer Bobby McGrath and fashion designer Paolo Mascobello. Their whirlwind romance begins one December on the Isle of Capri, where they meet and fall in love, and each holiday season adds a new building block to their life together. Celebrate with Bobby, Paolo, and their colorful friends and family as they marry and start a family. Happily ever after doesn’t always come easy, but with love and the spirit of the season, miracles can happen and Christmas wishes can come true.
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Holiday Stories
a print anthology of all the Bobby and Paulo romance stories
published by Dreamspinner Press
The holidays are a magical time for everyone, but they hold special meaning for young lawyer Bobby McGrath and fashion designer Paolo Mascobello. Their whirlwind romance begins one December on the Isle of Capri, where they meet and fall in love, and each holiday season adds a new building block to their life together. Celebrate with Bobby, Paolo, and their colorful friends and family as they marry and start a family. Happily ever after doesn’t always come easy, but with love and the spirit of the season, miracles can happen and Christmas wishes can come true.
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It is also available from most other online book sellers
To order a signed paperback, personally inscribed by the author, click here.
Praise for THE BOBBY AND PAULO HOLIDAY STORIES:
“This is a wonderful and charming story of taking chances, facing your fears and finding love. I enjoyed every moment of it….Everything is well developed, interesting and will keep you intrigued throughout...Simply put, I love Bobby and Paolo!” --Amy’s MM Romance Reviews
“The adventures of Bobby and Paolo are equally entertaining and intriguing, but at the core is a couple dedicated to each other, which is precisely what makes this collection so special and the pair so likable…It would be criminal if I failed to mention Jared, Bobby's wisecracking, oversexed associate, who helps lighten the mood whenever the atmosphere demands it….The Bobby and Paolo Holiday Stories are delightful tales about love, family, friendship and togetherness.” --Edge Media Network
“funny, sweet, and entertaining…The emotional journey felt so real…For fans of LGBT fiction and romance, this is a must have book. It contains all of these elements shaping it into the wonderful journey that Joe Cosentino made it.” --Urban Book Reviews
FINDING GIORGIO
Found At Last series, book 1
A romance novella ebook
published by Dreamspinner Press
When young accountant Theo Stratis visits Nolan Downes, an elderly gay man in a local nursing home, he is surprised by Nolan’s request: find the lost love of his youth, Giorgio Roberto. Theo is also surprised to meet handsome and successful Jamison Radames, who is visiting the same nursing home. As Theo and Jamison embark on an investigative adventure to find Giorgio, they discover a great deal about themselves and each other. Solving the mystery of what happened to Giorgio might mean happily ever after for more than just Nolan.
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Found At Last series, book 1
A romance novella ebook
published by Dreamspinner Press
When young accountant Theo Stratis visits Nolan Downes, an elderly gay man in a local nursing home, he is surprised by Nolan’s request: find the lost love of his youth, Giorgio Roberto. Theo is also surprised to meet handsome and successful Jamison Radames, who is visiting the same nursing home. As Theo and Jamison embark on an investigative adventure to find Giorgio, they discover a great deal about themselves and each other. Solving the mystery of what happened to Giorgio might mean happily ever after for more than just Nolan.
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Praise for FINDING GIORGIO, FOUND AT LAST book one:
"'Finding Giorgio' will make your heart soar and leave you breathless with anticipation. The budding relationship of Theo and Jamison is both encouraging and enlightening, and Nolan's outlook, knowing his final days are upon him, is especially inspiring.” --Edge Media Network
“Finding Giorgio is the first in a new series that will grab you by the heart, squeeze out those tears, and leave you heaving a satisfied sigh as you turn that last page. Wrung out, emotionally drained, but smiling and relieved that another well-deserved happy ending has been found.” -- Elaine, Divine Magazine
“Heartwarming and beautiful story….At this era, I need a happy ending stories like this. Joe Cosentino delivered it perfectly!” -- Reading Addict Mom’s Blog
FINDING ARMANDO
Found At Last series, book 2
A romance novella ebook
published by Dreamspinner Press
An investigative adventure in search of an elderly man’s first love brought Theo and Jamison together. Now they’re called to put their sleuthing skills to use once again and reunite Pocono resort manager Asher with his lost love, Armando. But the hunt through rural Pennsylvania won’t be easy with Jamison’s younger brother locking horns with the resort’s assistant manager and a shocking offer from the sous chef, Grace.
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Found At Last series, book 2
A romance novella ebook
published by Dreamspinner Press
An investigative adventure in search of an elderly man’s first love brought Theo and Jamison together. Now they’re called to put their sleuthing skills to use once again and reunite Pocono resort manager Asher with his lost love, Armando. But the hunt through rural Pennsylvania won’t be easy with Jamison’s younger brother locking horns with the resort’s assistant manager and a shocking offer from the sous chef, Grace.
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Praise for FINDING ARMANDO, FOUND AT LAST book two:
“If you like amateur sleuths, a bit of mystery, beautiful islands, a touch of angst, lots of humor, cute kids, and a sweet sexy romance this is for you.” --TTC Books and More
“another sweet romantic story with a very happy ending” --Love Bytes Reviews
"Finding Armando, the second volume of author Joe Cosentino's heartwarming Found at Last series, gives readers hope that it's only a matter of time before everyone meets — or is reunited with — their soulmate….Finding Armando is yet another gratifying, quintessential example from Cosentino's inspiring body of work, complete with romantic adventure, endearing interplay, blossoming relationships and titillating sexual tension.” --Edge Media Network
FOUND AT LAST
print anthology - books one and two
published by Dreamspinner Press
Can love lost ever be found again? Theo and Jamison meet while volunteering at a nursing home and come together on an investigative adventure to reunite elderly Nolan with his first love, Giorgio. Their sleuthing skills are needed again to create a second chance at happiness for resort manager Asher and his first love, Armando. As they search for the men who got away, Theo and Jamison grow closer, and the lessons of the past could change their lives—and their future—forever.
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print anthology - books one and two
published by Dreamspinner Press
Can love lost ever be found again? Theo and Jamison meet while volunteering at a nursing home and come together on an investigative adventure to reunite elderly Nolan with his first love, Giorgio. Their sleuthing skills are needed again to create a second chance at happiness for resort manager Asher and his first love, Armando. As they search for the men who got away, Theo and Jamison grow closer, and the lessons of the past could change their lives—and their future—forever.
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Praise for FOUND AT LAST:
“Just like the Cozzi Cove series, each Found At Last novel wraps you up in a familiarity that says “Welcome home” and leaves you with a smile. By the time you turn that last page, you feel good, happy and content. Everyone got their happily ever after, and you spent a pleasant few hours with old friends." --Divine Magazine