AUDIOBOOK SERIES TOUR: The Midwest Series by Brigham Vaughn
AUDIOBOOK SERIES TOUR
The Midwest Series by Brigham Vaughn (Books 1 and 2)
Publisher: Two Peninsulas Press (self-published)
Cover Artist: Brigham Vaughn
Series Tagline
It was more than a decision, it was serendipity.
Series Blurb
A former college hockey star’s decision to come out of the closet and reunite with his high school boyfriend does more than change the direction of their lives.
It sets into motion events that will lead to their respective best friends, a former hockey player and a psychology major, being stuck on a summer road trip together.
They cross paths with another old friend, an injured pro baseball player who’s been forced to move in with his physical therapist. Old hurts are healed and the six become close friends.
When a night out for the guys leads to their meeting an Olympic hopeful swimmer who is fascinated by a drag queen it’s clear that none of their lives will ever be the same.
They are standalone stories featuring four different couples. Reading in order is helpful but not required.
Overall Heat Rating for the series: 4 flames
BOOK 1
Book Title: Bully & Exit
Narrator: James Edward Jones
Length: 78 986 words/ 264 pages
Release Date: First edition – July 9, 2015 Second edition – June 30, 2020
Genres: Contemporary M/M Romance, Bisexual Romance, Sports Romance
Tropes: Jock/geek, opposites attract, second chance
Themes: Coming out, forgiveness
Buy Links
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It’s time to leave college and the closet behind.
Blurb
Nathan Rhodes has put hockey first for most of his life, but as graduation looms, he has a different goal in mind. He needs to come out and reclaim his first love. If only Caleb will believe him…
Theater geek Caleb Stockwell gave up on love when his boyfriend chose the closet over being with an openly bisexual guy. Now, he hides his heartbreak behind a string of casual hookups. He loves the drama on stage, but he’s done with the drama of Nathan Rhodes. For good.
Nathan is determined to right the wrongs of four years ago, but the clock is ticking.
One month until he and Caleb go their separate ways. One month to take a final shot at winning Caleb’s heart back.
Win or lose, everything is on the line.
BOOK 2
Book Title: Push & Pull
Narrator: James Edward Jones
Length: 91 467 words/ 316 pages
Release Date: October 24, 2018
Genres: Contemporary M/M Romance, Bisexual Romance, Sports Romance
Tropes: Opposites attract, enemies to lovers, road trip
Themes: Coming out, acceptance
Buy Links
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It was just supposed to be a road trip.
Blurb
Former hockey player Brent Cameron has a plan now that he’s out of the closet. He’ll take a summer road trip, find a job, and settle down with a fellow jock. Lowell Prescott is not part of that plan, but when Brent’s travel companion bails, he’s the only option.
Out and proud, Lowell has a love of sports, a flair of fashion, and a disdain for anything conventional. Burned by past relationships, he’s wary of jocks who want to change him—and that includes Brent Cameron.
Tempers flare and sparks fly as the miles disappear behind them. Just as it seems they might be on a journey to something more than Lake Superior, Brent receives a phone call that could change everything.
Will Brent stay with Lowell and ignore a friend in need, or go sit by the bedside of the man who broke Lowell’s heart?
The stakes are high when you play for keeps.
BOOK 3
Book Title: Touch & Go
Author: Brigham Vaughn
Publisher: Two Peninsulas Press (self-published)
Cover Artist: Brigham Vaughn
Length: 101 817 words/ 410 pages
Release Date: September 27, 2019
Genres: Contemporary m/m romance, bisexual romance, sports romance
Tropes: Opposites attract, hurt comfort
Themes: Redemption, pride, coming out
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It was supposed to be a secret fling.
Blurb
Micah Warner spent his whole life dreaming of pitching in the big leagues. Signing with a minor-league team near Chicago puts him one step closer to making that a reality. But there are no out players in pro ball, so any involvement with a man must be discreet.
Physical therapist Justin Lamb loves his job with the Cougars. A romantic at heart, he wants to find lasting love—with a man or woman—but traveling with the team makes it difficult to maintain a long-term relationship.
Micah offers Justin a no-strings-attached way to blow off some steam, and Justin reluctantly agrees. It doesn’t take long before they’re both in over their heads but falling in love will risk everything.
With their careers and relationship hanging in the balance, they have one last play to make.
It’s time to take a swing for real and lasting love.
BOOK 4
Book Title: Advance & Retreat
Author: Brigham Vaughn
Publisher: Two Peninsulas Press (self-published)
Cover Artist: Brigham Vaughn
Length: 105 980 words/368 pages
Release Date: July 14, 2020
Genres: Contemporary m/m romance, sports romance, bisexual romance
Tropes: Opposites attract, age gap
Themes: Acceptance, coming out
Universal Buy Link – eBook only – Kindle Unlimited
Olympic-size dreams come at a price.
Blurb
Openly gay college swimmer Ian Harrington feels like he’s fighting against a current of tragedy. He’s grieving the loss of his parents and best friend, and now he’s dealing with a toxic coach and judgmental brother. But he won’t let that stop him from chasing his dream: Olympic gold.
Ricky Chavez has just about everything he wants in life: a great career, a supportive family, and a side gig as drag queen Rosie Riveting. The only thing he’s missing is a partner to share it all with.
When the two men connect after Rosie’s performance, they’re immediately drawn to one another. But it’s never that simple. Ricky isn’t the type of man to hide, and with Ian’s coach breathing down his neck, he can’t openly love a drag queen without making waves.
They’ll have to brave deep waters to make it to the finish line.
About the Author
Brigham Vaughn is on the adventure of a lifetime as a full-time author. She devours books at an alarming rate and hasn’t let her short arms and long torso stop her from doing yoga. She makes a killer key lime pie, hates green peppers, and loves wine tasting tours. A collector of vintage Nancy Drew books and green glassware, she enjoys poking around in antique shops and refinishing thrift store furniture. An avid photographer, she dreams of traveling the world and she can’t wait to discover everything else life has to offer her.
Her books range from short stories to novellas to novels. They explore gay, bisexual, lesbian, and polyamorous romance in contemporary settings.
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