Christen Anne Kelley


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To Restart Game, Press TRY    by Christen Anne Kelley
Price: $2.99 USD. 5270 words. Published by Blue Cedar Publishing  on December 2, 2012. Fiction.

Nicole expected the game to make millions. To skyrocket her career and put her name on the industry watch list. Except the game failed. All her work, her sacrifices, meant nothing. With lay-offs looming an unexpected second chance comes her way. A chance to redo her past mistake. A chance to again decide between her career and happiness.
Softball Baby    by Christen Anne Kelley
Price: $2.99 USD. 10200 words. Published by Blue Cedar Publishing  on August 1, 2012. Fiction.

Teen pregnancy happens. Julie knows this. Heck, everyone knows this. But to happen in her school? And not just to anyone, but to Courtney? Courtney. Her best friend. Frustrated, hurt, and down-right pissed, especially when she suspects Paul, Julie’s secret crush, might be the father. But friendship, and family, go deep. Even when it hurts to trust.
More Than a Game    by Christen Anne Kelley
Price: $3.99 USD. 32440 words. Published by Blue Cedar Publishing  on July 25, 2012. Fiction.

Video games. An industry still largely dominated by men. An industry slow to accept women. An industry that turns up its noses at the dreaded word: romance. For these five women, who ventured into games as a career path and a dream, they not only face off against the opposite gender, but the prospect of finding love as well.
To Survive Game, Press 'COURAGE'    by Christen Anne Kelley
Price: $2.99 USD. 10190 words. Published by Blue Cedar Publishing  on July 24, 2012. Fiction.

Ordered by her boss to sit on a conference panel and discuss the role of women in video games – Trish plans on doing just that: sitting there and saying nothing. A good plan. Really. Up to the point when Ethan waltzes in. His gaze fixates on Trish. She forgets the crowd. Forgets the snide comments. Forgets her plan to stay silent. Instead, she tells the room exactly how she feels...
Return a Book, Do NOT Return a Boy    by Christen Anne Kelley
Price: $3.49 USD. 15970 words. Published by Blue Cedar Publishing  on April 13, 2012. Fiction.

When it comes to homecoming, not even Jess who hides in the quiet, dusty stacks of the library remains safe. Not when her mother insists she’ll be attending. Royally screwed, Jess turns to her best friend who comes up with the perfect solution: his brother. A senior, very hot, older brother. A brother who only wants a friend date, no strings, and nothing serious.
A Bird's Eye View of Love    by Christen Anne Kelley
Price: $2.99 USD. 11900 words. Published by Blue Cedar Publishing  on March 15, 2012. Fiction.

Samantha did her research, spent time with the gorgeous macaw named Timothy, but when she finally brought him home, Timothy didn't care too much for rules. Waiting outside the parrot shop, knowing the disapproving looks awaiting her, Samantha stands there until Tim steps out and she loses control of her voice. To her surprise, Tim knows a little something about birds...and being a flock.
When You Need a Friend    by Christen Anne Kelley
Price: $2.99 USD. 9730 words. Published by Blue Cedar Publishing  on January 30, 2012. Fiction.

Usually when Samantha hears the words, "I'm pregnant," she pulls out a tissue box, sits her teammate down, and works damage control. Not Madison - which considering the whole losing a softball scholarship usually requires some hysterics. Torn between being a supportive friend and a friend who provides some sense and reason, Sam finds wisdom - and perhaps a friend - where she least expects it.
Answers on the Run    by Christen Anne Kelley
Price: $2.99 USD. 9730 words. Published by Blue Cedar Publishing  on January 17, 2012. Fiction.

Giving up. The easy way out. But as Olive pounds against the thick, beach sand, waves urging her on, she keeps running. Doesn't stop. If she stops it means failure, means she'll give up the way Johnny had given up on her and her unborn baby. But while running keeps her going, it may not be enough. Not when her life, still so uncertain, could use a friend.
Stolen Bases, Stolen Kisses    by Christen Anne Kelley
Price: $2.99 USD. 16510 words. Published by Blue Cedar Publishing  on January 6, 2012. Fiction.

If Laurie cancels her date with Mark one more time, he’ll walk. We’re talking out of the ballpark, not coming back, walking. But her dad made sure any reasonable Date Day was also a Game Day or a Practice Day. But if she wants her date, she’ll have to trick her dad and drag poor Mark into her crazy softball life. The short story that inspired the novel, "Home Run: Book One of the Home Run Series."
Swing Away: The All-Star Series Book One    by Christen Anne Kelley
Price: $7.99 USD. 61760 words. Published by Blue Cedar Publishing  on December 21, 2011. Fiction.

Her dad's a lying cheat, the softball team hates her, and a cute senior asked her to prom. Welcome to Sunny View High. Survive the school year, make no friends, form no attachments. Easy enough, right? At least until Jenny meets sexy Jason Richards. Suddenly surviving the school year just got more difficult. Inspired by the short story, "Prom Dates & Softball Bats."
The No Boyfriend-Christmas Experience    by Christen Anne Kelley
Price: $2.99 USD. 9930 words. Published by Blue Cedar Publishing  on November 18, 2011. Fiction.

Getting dumped sucks. Getting dumped weeks before Christmas sucks more. Mandy ignores Paul's accusations about her having more balls than him, but when she learns Paul and his new girl plan on attending the softball Christmas party, Mandy refuses to go - at least until she walks head first into the new baseball catcher, a catcher who knocks Mandy off her feet.
Ten Stories of Finding Love    by Christen Anne Kelley
Price: $7.99 USD. 51790 words. Published by Blue Cedar Publishing  on November 13, 2011. Fiction.

Ten stories of falling in love when you least expect it. This collection contains: "Prom Dates & Softball Bats," "Check Out a Book, Check Out a Boy," "Share a Book, Share a Kiss," "Best Prom Ever," "Softball + Scholarships = Cute College Boys," "There's No Crying in Softball," "More to Life than Softball," "Throw like a Girl, Catch a Date," "Third Witch, Third Wheel," and "My Secret Santa."
He Loves Me, He Loves Me Not    by Christen Anne Kelley
Price: $5.99 USD. 26970 words. Published by Blue Cedar Publishing  on October 30, 2011. Fiction.

Five stories of being a teen, falling in love, and finding happiness. This collection contains: "Check Out a Book, Check Out a Boy," "Prom Dates & Softball Bats," "Share a Book, Share a Kiss," "Best Prom Ever," and "Softball + Scholarships = Cute College Boys."
Game Over: Book 1 of the Romance Video Game Series    by Christen Anne Kelley
Price: $7.99 USD. 77590 words. Published by Blue Cedar Publishing  on October 29, 2011. Fiction.

When bestselling romance writer, Rachel Clare, accepts her brother’s challenge to fund a romance video game, she doesn’t expect to feel alive again. She also doesn’t expect Mark Ashe, Creative Director of FastPlay Games, or her instant attraction to him. But Mark wants nothing to do with Rachel or her game. Except he needs the money. And maybe, she needs him as much as he needs her.
Home Run: Book One of the Home Run Series    by Christen Anne Kelley
Price: $7.99 USD. 87560 words. Published by Blue Cedar Publishing  on October 26, 2011. Fiction.

Ex-college softball player, now coach of twelve-year-old girls, all Laurie Stevens cares about is having fun. But when Jack Evans, former Major League Baseball player, steps onto her field, having fun just got more challenging. Especially when he brings along his daughter. With no other choice, Laurie must either make room for Jack on her team and in her life, or walk away from the game forever.
My Secret Santa    by Christen Anne Kelley
Price: $2.99 USD. 15980 words. Published by Blue Cedar Publishing  on October 23, 2011. Fiction.

The worst part about Christmas? Watching perfect, silky-haired Sarah fawn over her newly wrapped locker, a locker right above Abby. With no choice but to smile, the last thing Abby wants - a pissed off Sarah. But when homeroom hotty Nick begins paying attention to Abby, Sarah throws no-one Abby into center stage gossip. Factor in a secret Santa and this Christmas is about to get interesting.
Best Prom Ever    by Christen Anne Kelley
Price: $2.99 USD. 9590 words. Published by Blue Cedar Publishing  on October 16, 2011. Fiction.

Every girl dreams of her senior prom, but on prom night it takes one dance for Cass to realize her date doesn't fall into the 'perfect' category. Spending prom hiding in the bathroom sounds like a pretty good plan. But when Cass accidentally runs into another bathroom-diving prom goer, literally falling on top of him, she realizes more than the prom-fates might be at work here.
Third Witch, Third Wheel    by Christen Anne Kelley
Price: $2.99 USD. 9590 words. Published by Blue Cedar Publishing  on October 9, 2011. Fiction.

Halloween. The one day of the year when Brandy dresses up as the kick ass chicks she dreams of being, but when her two friends decide on a matching witch routine, Brandy remains stuck as the third witch at this party. Until she meets sexy Jedi Knight Alex who, for whatever reason, doesn't mind Brandy and her boring witch costume with her boring broom.
Fireworks Wait for No One    by Christen Anne Kelley
Price: $2.99 USD. 9270 words. Published by Blue Cedar Publishing  on October 5, 2011. Fiction.

Alice and her mom made a deal: scheduled softball events means no dating. Alice sticks to her part of the bargain, but when her coach announces a tournament the day of her romantic evening, Alice has no choice but to cancel. Determined to get back at her mom, Alice plays her worst game ever and somehow attracts the attention of a rather cute guy in the stands.
Share a Book, Share a Kiss    by Christen Anne Kelley
Price: $2.99 USD. 11170 words. Published by Blue Cedar Publishing  on September 25, 2011. Fiction.

Mel liked to start her day on a positive note. Not waking up to a blaring car horn, her stuck-up sister driving off without her, or her dog eating her biology textbook. While the librarian may have an extra copy, someone besides Mel needs that book. Sam, the popular, cute guy who desperately needs her help. Unfortunately for Mel, Sam refuses to take no for an answer.
Love is for the Dogs    by Christen Anne Kelley
Price: $2.99 USD. 11910 words. Published by Blue Cedar Publishing  on September 18, 2011. Fiction.

Michelle needs a job, but Dr. Tam, one of the leading (though gruff) veterinarians in Seattle, doesn't hire lightly. If Michelle can't gain the approval of lead technician Greg, then no job. But how can she take instructions from someone less qualified than her? If Michelle wants a chance she'll need to be part of the team, otherwise she might as well go home. If Greg will let her.
At Least There's Christmas    by Christen Anne Kelley
Price: $2.99 USD. 8780 words. Published by Blue Cedar Publishing  on September 11, 2011. Fiction.

No one wants to spend the holidays alone, and no matter how much Megan wishes otherwise, her low bank account means no holidays with family. When she accepts an invitation to spend Thanksgiving with a co-worker and his family, she doesn't expect his handsome friend. A friend she would never have met at her family holiday dinner.
Check Out a Book, Check Out a Boy    by Christen Anne Kelley
Price: $2.99 USD. 11170 words. Published by Blue Cedar Publishing  on September 4, 2011. Fiction.

Everything to know about life can be found in books. Emma lives for her books and wants nothing more than to graduate high school and find a job as a librarian. But when Emma spots senior star baseball player Andrew in the library, the one place no jock would ever be caught dead in, she gets a hard and fast lesson in life.
Batter Up, Pucker Up: Five Little League Stories    by Christen Anne Kelley
Price: $5.99 USD. 25590 words. Published by Blue Cedar Publishing  on August 28, 2011. Fiction.

Five stories of romance where girls get down and dirty not only on the softball field, but off as well. This collection contains the first five Little League Stories: "Prom Dates & Softball Bats," "Throw Like a Girl, Catch a Date," "Softball + Scholarships = Cute College Boys," "There's No Crying in Softball," and "More to
More to Life than Softball    by Christen Anne Kelley
Price: $2.99 USD. 9270 words. Published by Blue Cedar Publishing  on August 21, 2011. Fiction.

For freshman-player Sally, seeing her softball hero getting married and then batting as the lead-off hitter is a dream come true. Of course, the wedding must actually start on time, which means hunting down very cute, fellow altar-server Ethan. Even if Sally survives the wedding, she must also survive the game and find the courage to stand up. Even if she fails.
There's No Crying in Softball    by Christen Anne Kelley
Price: $2.99 USD. 10800 words. Published by Blue Cedar Publishing  on August 14, 2011. Fiction.

Most girls on the Sunny View High School softball team dream of the day when they receive a college scholarship offer. Not Heather, not even after she receives three. But when senior heart-throb, Chris, finds her crying after practice he becomes more than the guy who constantly teases her and pushes her to make a decision: accept the scholarships or follow her dreams.
Softball + Scholarships = Cute College Boys    by Christen Anne Kelley
Price: $2.99 USD. 10800 words. Published by Blue Cedar Publishing  on August 7, 2011. Fiction.

Years of softball pitching lessons, batting practice, and taking-out catchers brought Elizabeth to this moment: packing for her first, all expenses paid college visit. And while her dad might be okay with her going to school across the country, her boyfriend has other ideas. If Elizabeth wants happiness she'll need to look within herself, and just maybe, get some help along the way.
To Continue Game, Press 'FIND HERO'    by Christen Anne Kelley
Price: $2.99 USD. 8780 words. Published by Blue Cedar Publishing  on July 17, 2011. Fiction.

For Cheryl, up-and-coming video game artist, the opportunity of a lifetime drops in her lap: the chance to create concept art for their new romance video game. But in order to draw the perfect hero, Cheryl must forget her fears, take a chance on love, and let her art do the work.
Throw Like a Girl, Catch a Date    by Christen Anne Kelley
Price: $2.99 USD. 10460 words. Published by Blue Cedar Publishing  on July 10, 2011. Fiction.

Every team has its sweet girl, its hot girl, and the big girl who crushes the ball out of the park. Lacey worked hard to build this reputation, but now in her senior year finds herself alone. No one asked her to prom. And no one ever would. But then she literally runs into nerdy-boy Tom, who for whatever reason, refuses to leave her alone.
To Save Game, Press 'SEND FLOWERS'    by Christen Anne Kelley
Price: $2.99 USD. 12080 words. Published by Blue Cedar Publishing  on July 3, 2011. Fiction.

Lauren worked hard to distinguish herself as ‘one of the guys’ but it all crashes down when her boss announces their next project: a romance video game. She has no choice – either be part of the team or quit. But in order to give the game a chance, she must first give romance a chance…
To Start Game, Press 'KISS'    by Christen Anne Kelley
Price: $2.99 USD. 12080 words. Published by Blue Cedar Publishing  on June 19, 2011. Fiction.

Not a month into her new role as a producer for an up-and-coming video game developer, Karen must help guide sexy Lead Designer, Ryan, and his recluntant team on the rules of romance. More specifically: how to make a romance video game.
Prom Dates and Softball Bats    by Christen Anne Kelley
Price: $2.99 USD. 10460 words. Published by Blue Cedar Publishing  on June 10, 2011. Fiction.

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The minute Jenny steps onto the field for softball try-outs she finds trouble – trouble she hoped would mean the end of her softball career. But when Jason steps in and thwarts that plan, she has no choice but to play ball. Except Jason knows her secret – Jason, the one person who can help her remember why she loved the game so much. This story inspired the novel, "Swing Away."

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