Helen Juliet

London based author of MM contemporary romance. Also writes as HJ Welch. Available on Amazon eBook, paperback and Kindle Unlimited. Find me on Twitter and Instagram - @helenjwrites, Facebook Group - Helen Juliet Books, and Facebook pages @helenjulietauthor and @HJWelchAuthor. 

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FREE SHORT STORIES FOR DOWNLOAD! 

Get my 22K novella Learning Curve and 33 other short stories for ABSOLUTELY FREE! The Back to School giveaway will run until Sept 4th! 

Learning Curve 

Myles Slater is so far in the closet he’s never even kissed another man. But when he meets his daughter’s adorable teacher, this single dad is helpless to resist his charm.

Dillon Combes is sure there’s something between him and the father of one of his favorite kindergarten students. But how can he know for sure?

It’s the last day of school and a field trip to the zoo means the two men get to spend some time together. When trouble strikes Dillon is sure he’s lost his chance to try to take things further with Myles. But Myles can’t get Dillon out of his head. Is this the push he needs to finally get that first kiss…and more? 

Learning Curve is a steamy, standalone 22K word MM romance novella with a guaranteed HEA and absolutely no cliffhanger.

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Get all 34 stories HERE! 

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Ashes is my tenth book. I started publishing on Dec 31st 2016 and although the road was a bit bumpy to start with, it’s been incredible. As of Oct 2017 I began writing full time as my career, and today I reached another unbelievable milestone. 

Ashes is #1 in the Gay, Bisexual and UK Gay charts. It’s pretty overwhelming to achieve something I wasn’t sure I would ever be able to do. I certainly didn’t do it alone. 

Working on the Men of Hidden Creek series with so many talented authors to create all these queer happy endings has been an honour and a privilege. Long may it continue!! 

If you would like to see what all the excitement’s about, see the links below. Each book is a stand alone set in the same town. If you keep your eyes open, you’ll see characters from each of the books making appearances all over the place! Season One stories start with an S, and Season Two an A. 

http://menofhiddencreek.com/Shield 

http://menofhiddencreek.com/Serve 

http://menofhiddencreek.com/Shelter 

http://menofhiddencreek.com/Storm 

http://menofhiddencreek.com/Score 

http://menofhiddencreek.com/Stay

http://menofhiddencreek.com/Ashes

http://menofhiddencreek.com/Allure

http://menofhiddencreek.com/Ache

http://menofhiddencreek.com/Always

http://menofhiddencreek.com/Allied

http://menofhiddencreek.com/Adore 

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‘A RIGHT ROYAL AFFAIR’ IS OUT NOW FOR 99c AND ON KU!!! 

Theo Glass used to believe that love was just a fairy tale. Orphaned and disowned by his homophobic step-family, he and his grandma make ends meet as best they can. But when his grandma’s tireless charity work is honoured, Theo makes sure he spends his last pennies to get her to the palace, hosted by none other than the gorgeous Prince James himself.

James is sixth in line to the throne of the United Kingdom and a disappointment to just about everyone. He never felt at home at school, on the rugby pitch, or even in the army. Being royalty means he’s been forced to keep a lid on his bisexuality. But when he meets Theo at the honours ceremony, he knows he’s in serious trouble.

Needing to find purpose, James convinces Theo to use his charity event savvy to throw a fundraiser ball in a secluded castle. All James has to do is behave himself around the sassy twink. But soon the chemistry between them is too strong to resist.

Their lives are too different and there’s no chance James can come out as the first Prince of the United Kingdom with a boyfriend. But James knows if he doesn’t show Theo how much he means to him, he’ll lose him forever. Can love conquer all? Or is that something just for fairy tales? 

A Right Royal Affair is a steamy, standalone MM romance novel featuring a pack of unruly royal terriers, a romantic ball, feisty swans, a wicked step-father and a guaranteed HEA with absolutely no cliffhanger. 

Get your copy today!

US | UK | DE | FR | ES | IT | NL | JP | BR | CA | MX | AU | IN

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Without a Compass is on sale for 99c for one week only! Also available on KU.

US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0752Y7N64

UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0752Y7N64

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In that case I was wondering if you knew of any good books with non binary characters?

I got you!

Non-Binary Main Characters:

Mask Of Shadows by Linsey Miller - YA Fantasy about a genderfluid person (they/them) who trains to become an assassin in a deadly game. 

Symptoms Of Being Human by Jeff Garvin - YA Contemporary about Riley, a genderfluid teen struggling to deal with their identity and their conservative senator father. 

What We Left Behind by Robin Talley - NA Contemporary about a queer couple going off to separate unis and how they handle that and one half’s changing gender identity. Honestly, probably better for cis allies to learn from than for enbies themselves which is a shame but a good read.

Brooklyn Burning by Steve Brezenoff - A YA Romance about two characters whose genders are never identified, on the streets of Brooklyn. 

The Tiger’s Watch by Julia Ember - A YA Fantasy that reminds me kind of of Mulan but with an enby MC. 

Non-Binary Side Characters:

Ida by Alison Evans - A YA Fantasy about a girl who can shift between parallel universes. Two genderfluid and one genderqueer characters. 

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An Unsuitable Heir - A Historical romance by KJ Charles featuring one enby (who lacks the language to describe themselves as such because of the time period) and the pansexual who falls in love with them. Steam - A contemporary romance by HJ Welch (shout-out to @helenjwrites) featuring a fabulous enby (he/him) and the pansexual movie star who falls for him. Features a great conversation about both parties’ gender identities and sexualities. Freak - A contemporary romance by E. Davies featuring an enby drag queen, and part of a 3-book series which also features HIV+, demisexual, trans, and pansexual characters. Pretty sure I have more, but I’ll have to spend a little while wracking my brains.

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What a great list to be on! I’ll see if I can think of any more myself! 

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Have you read Steam by HJ Welch yet? Still only 99c and FREE on KU!

Click below for your copy TODAY! Blurb below the cut! 

US || UK || AU || CA

Bad boy movie star Trent Charles is more famous for his outrageous behavior than he is for his acting these days. After one scandal too many, his manager sends him home to the snowy ski slopes of Wyoming to get his life together. No parties, no fast cars, and certainly no women.

Ashby Wilcott is done with bad boys. His heart is broken from his last relationship disaster. A few weeks of peace and quiet in the mountains is just what he needs. He is absolutely not interested in moody Trent Charles, even if he is hot enough to melt snow with his rippling muscles and mysterious ways. Good thing Trent is straight.

But the two men can’t seem to stay apart. Trent finds himself pretending to be Ashby’s boyfriend, a lie that gets Ashby invited to a wedding as Trent’s guest. Regardless of Trent’s protests that he’s not interested in the beautiful Ashby in that way, the chemistry between the two steams up. With only a few weeks together, what harm can they do having a little fun?

As outside forces threaten to tear them apart, Trent realizes Ashby means more to him than just a fling. In fact, he’ll do anything to protect him. 

Steam is a hot, standalone gay romance novel with a guaranteed HEA and absolutely no cliffhanger.

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STEAM (HOMECOMING HEARTS #4) IS OUT NOW - ONLY 99c!

Bad boy movie star Trent Charles is more famous for his outrageous behavior than he is for his acting these days. After one scandal too many, his manager sends him home to the snowy ski slopes of Wyoming to get his life together. No parties, no fast cars, and certainly no women.

Ashby Wilcott is done with bad boys. His heart is broken from his last relationship disaster. A few weeks of peace and quiet in the mountains is just what he needs. He is absolutely not interested in moody Trent Charles, even if he is hot enough to melt snow with his rippling muscles and mysterious ways. Good thing Trent is straight.

But the two men can’t seem to stay apart. Trent finds himself pretending to be Ashby’s boyfriend, a lie that gets Ashby invited to a wedding as Trent’s guest. Regardless of Trent’s protests that he’s not interested in the beautiful Ashby in that way, the chemistry between the two steams up. With only a few weeks together, what harm can they do having a little fun?

As outside forces threaten to tear them apart, Trent realizes Ashby means more to him than just a fling. In fact, he’ll do anything to protect him.

Steam is a hot, standalone gay romance novel with a guaranteed HEA and absolutely no cliffhanger.

Read all four Homecoming Hearts books so far on Amazon TODAY!

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WHAT IS HIDDEN CREEK?

Men of Hidden Creek is a new six part contemporary MM romance series. Each book is written by a different author, but the stories are all set in the same small Texan town of Hidden Creek and feature cameos from characters you’ll recognise in other books. Plus, they all have those very important happy ever afters! 

SWEET! WHAT ORDER SHOULD I READ THEM IN?

There is no order! They are all set around roughly the same time. So you can pick whichever one you like the look of most and start reading right now! 

THAT’S ALL WELL AND GOOD, BUT HOW EXPENSIVE ARE THEY?

Right now the eBooks are all only 99c!!! They are also available in the Kindle Unlimited borrowing scheme for FREE and even the paperbacks are a steal at $9.99 each! They won’t stay 99c for long though, so make sure you grab your copy asap! 

OKAY, SHUT UP AND TAKE MY MONEY!

Sure thing, click on the links below! 

STORM || SHELTER || SHIELD || STAY || SCORE || SERVE

Welcome to Hidden Creek, Texas, where the heart knows what it wants, and where true love lives happily ever after.

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ONLY 99C UNTIL MIDNIGHT ON APRIL 6TH!!! DON’T MISS OUT!!!

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WHAT IS HIDDEN CREEK?

Men of Hidden Creek is a new six part contemporary MM romance series. Each book is written by a different author, but the stories are all set in the same small Texan town of Hidden Creek and feature cameos from characters you’ll recognise in other books. Plus, they all have those very important happy ever afters! 

SWEET! WHAT ORDER SHOULD I READ THEM IN?

There is no order! They are all set around roughly the same time. So you can pick whichever one you like the look of most and start reading right now! 

THAT’S ALL WELL AND GOOD, BUT HOW EXPENSIVE ARE THEY?

Right now the eBooks are all only 99c!!! They are also available in the Kindle Unlimited borrowing scheme for FREE and even the paperbacks are a steal at $9.99 each! They won’t stay 99c for long though, so make sure you grab your copy asap! 

OKAY, SHUT UP AND TAKE MY MONEY!

Sure thing, click on the links below! 

STORM || SHELTER || SHIELD || STAY || SCORE || SERVE

Welcome to Hidden Creek, Texas, where the heart knows what it wants, and where true love lives happily ever after.

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MEET THE MEN OF HIDDEN CREEK - AVAILABLE APRIL 3RD 2018!

This interconnected series by six amazing MM romance authors is bound to steal your heart. They can all be read as stand-alones, but watch out for familiar faces in each book! For more information and to keep updated, please join our FB Group! 

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Second Chance Hearts

Claim a free copy of Second Chance Hearts

HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY! HAVE A FREE STORY! 

Leo Thorne gets a second chance with his not-so-straight high school crush Dainton Cane in this sweet Valentine's Day MM romance! 4K, available now for FREE!

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In Kindle Unlimited until April 30 2018!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079K5ZD3H/

Lose yourself in a world like no other in this award-winning series. This boxed set includes all five books of the first season! Jack of Thorns - Laurence Riley has too many problems, and his uncontrolled psychic powers are just the tip of the iceberg. But when he accidentally summons a god, his only hope for survival might be another wild talent: the enigmatic and aloof British earl, Quentin d'Arcy. Knight of Flames - Quentin’s telekinesis isn’t the only power in his arsenal. As he learns to master fire, he discovers other psychics who want to tell the world who they are and what they can do. He must work with Laurence to keep their secrets before shots get fired. Lord of Ravens - Laurence finally meets his ancestor, the horned god Herne the Hunter, who teaches him to use more of his demigod powers. But Laurence also uncovers a dark secret from Quentin’s past, and it’s one that would break Quentin if it came out. Reeve of Veils - Quentin’s brother, Frederick, schemes his way through San Diego in a retelling of many of the events of Knight of Flames from his perspective. Can Freddy keep all his plates spinning, or will his father uncover his manipulations and destroy him? Page of Tricks - Freddy’s hand is forced, Laurence is kidnapped, and Quentin is plunged into a final showdown with his father while his own mind is torn apart… Inheritance is the LGBT Urban Fantasy phenomenon you’ve been searching for!

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I did the coverart for this! Please check it out, it really is an amazing series! 

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OMG I LOVE THIS SERIES!!!! For all my urban fantasy paranormal fans who like diversity and awesome action READ THESE BOOKS!!! 

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BURN - AVAILABLE NOW FOR 99c!!!

Raiden Jones never thought he’d need a bodyguard. His life as a songwriter has been tame to the point of boring compared to his popstar days. But when a malicious hacker starts destroying his career and threatening his life, he finds himself desperately in need of protection.

After leaving the Marines, Levi Patterson takes a place with his uncle’s private security firm. The last thing he expected was a dumb babysitting job for the bratty, privileged Raiden. However, the two men have no choice but to get to know each other as they are forced on tour with one of Raiden’s remaining clients.

Levi has never told anyone of his secret, occasional hook-ups with guys from his unit, and Raiden’s never thought about going with another man before. But it’s obvious the increasing chemistry between them is becoming more than physical, and there’s only so long they can resist.

As the hacker becomes bolder, Levi finds himself in a race against time before Raiden is taken from him forever. He’s no stranger to combat, but with his heart on the line, he finds himself in the fight of both their lives.

 Burn is a steamy, standalone gay romance novel with a guaranteed HEA and absolutely no cliffhanger. #3 in the Homecoming Hearts series, although can absolutely be read independently. 

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CLICK HERE TO GET YOUR 100% FREE COPY OF BOY NEXT STORE!!!

The only thing that’s got Jamie through working retail this holiday season has been staring at the gorgeous guy running the gingerbread stall across from his store at the mall. He’s never worked up the courage to talk to him though, so little does he know that Max has been eyeing him up too. 

When a chance encounter with a stray puppy brings Jamie and Max together on Christmas Eve, the two of them have more in common than they thought, and the sparks fly immediately. Could it be that these three lost souls have each found a home just in time for Christmas?

 Boy Next Store is a short, steamy standalone gay romance with a guaranteed HEA and absolutely no cliffhanger. 15K words approx. 

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SPARKLE TO THE SEASON IS OUT NOW FOR FREE!!!

Sparkle to the Season is the free short follow up to my very first novel Glitter on the Garland, catching up with the guys several years later. (However, it can absolutely be read as a stand alone!) 

“Aedan wants everything to be just perfect for his boyfriend of seven years, Matt, for their first Christmas in their new home. But it's Christmas Eve and he’ running out of time to create an idyllic winter wonderland. To make matters worse, Matt’s present hasn’t arrived. A misunderstanding means the holiday might be ruined before it even begins. But little does Aedan know, Matt has a surprise or two of his own up his Christmas sweater sleeve.”

Sparkle to the Season is free on Amazon until Friday 8th December! I am releasing it in support of two LGBT charities. I’d appreciate it if you could check them out and maybe spare a few pennies. 

The Albert Kennedy Trust supports homeless LGBT+ youth in the UK.

Rainbow Railroad helps relocate LGPT+ people all over the globe under threat of violence and persecution 

Even if you can’t spare any change, please share this post so others might be able to. These are both worthwhile causes who would very much appreciate any help they receive. 

Sparkle to the Season is available on Amazon worldwide as an eBook, paperback and on KU! If you would like to read a free Christmas LGBT+ story every day in December, please check out the Rainbow Advent Calendar, who I wrote this novella for xxx

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Remember that time, about a year ago, when I wrote my first book? 

That was good times :D 

To celebrate, Glitter on the Garland will be 99c until Dec 5th! And the FREE sequel, Sparkle to the Season, will be released on Dec 4th! 

WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? GO ENJOY SOME SUPER SWEET HOLIDAY ROMANCE!!! 

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HAVE YOU DISCOVERED THE HOMECOMING HEARTS SERIES YET? 

Scorch and Spark are the first books in what will be a five-part series following the members of boy band Below Zero after they are dropped from their record label. 

Scorch is Blake and Elion’s story. Fake boyfriends, seriously hot dancing and a crazy stalker make an exciting start to the series! 

Spark is Joey and Gabe’s story. Opposites attract, hurt/comfort and defying the odds together for an emotional but uplifting continuation of Below Zero’s story. 

Books 3-5 will all be released early 2018. Join the Facebook group Helen Juliet Books to keep up on all the release info!