The Professor's Green Card Marriage
- 228 pages
- 8 hours of reading
Ecology professor Valentyn is running out of options to keep from being deported. But is a green card marriage to cute barista Peter really the answer?
Heidi Cullinan crafts romance stories with positive outcomes, focusing on LGBT characters. She believes in the importance of happy endings, often portraying her characters overcoming seemingly insurmountable odds. Her writing is fueled by a conviction in equality and the value of 'happily ever after' for all.






Ecology professor Valentyn is running out of options to keep from being deported. But is a green card marriage to cute barista Peter really the answer?
Set in rural Minnesota, the story follows Miles Larson, an unemployed man seeking solace who becomes entangled with a powerful ancient being. Armed with an enchanted silver flute, he discovers an erotic fairyland that offers an escape from his troubles. However, this paradise comes with a perilous twist, as three magical beings vie for his soul, forcing Miles to confront the consequences of his desires and the true nature of his escape.
"First edition published by Riptide Publishing, January 2013."--Title page verso.
Once upon a time Nicholas Beckert was the boy who stole kisses from Jared Kumpel beneath the bleachers. Now Jared’s a pediatrician and Nick is the hospital CEO who won’t glance his way. But everything changes when they’re stranded alone in a hospital elevator. Ten years of cold shoulders melt away, and old passions rekindle into hot flames. Once out of the elevator, Jared has no intention of letting Nick get away. He wants a full, open relationship, which is a step further than Nick is willing to go, and it looks like the same arguments that drove them apart in high school might resurface. Jared’s determined not to let it happen again. He won’t order Nick from his shell—he’ll listen to what he needs to feel safe. Maybe this time he can prescribe his lover a happily ever after.
Doctor Owen and HR director Erin shock the Copper Point community when they go from enemies to lovers literally overnight. It's a distraction, but when their fake romance turns real, they'll have to put their demons to rest and learn to trust each other.
The brilliant but brooding new doctor encounters Copper Point's sunny nurse-next-door... and nothing can stand in the way of this romance.Dr. Hong-Wei Wu has come to Copper Point, Wisconsin, after the pressures of a high-powered residency burned him out of his career before he started. Ashamed of letting his family down after all they’ve done for him, he plans to live a quiet life as a simple surgeon in this tiny northern town. His plans, however, don’t include his outgoing, kind, and attractive surgical nurse, Simon Lane.Simon wasn’t ready for the new surgeon to be a handsome charmer who keeps asking him for help getting settled and who woos him with amazing Taiwanese dishes. There’s no question—Dr. Wu is flirting with him, and Simon is flirting back. The problem is, St. Ann’s has a strict no-dating policy between staff, which means their romance is off the table… unless they bend the rules. But a romance that keeps them—literally—in the closet can’t lead to happy ever after. Simon doesn’t want to stay a secret, and Hong-Wei doesn’t want to keep himself removed from life, not anymore. To secure their happiness, they’ll have to change the administration’s mind. But what other secrets will they uncover along the way, about Copper Point… and about each other?
The story revolves around a deep connection between characters who are faced with the challenge of severing existing ties that hinder their relationship. As they navigate emotional and external obstacles, their journey explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the complexities of personal freedom. The narrative delves into the transformative power of breaking away from the past to forge a stronger bond, highlighting the struggles and triumphs of their commitment to each other.
Exploring the complexities of love, the narrative delves into the unpredictable nature of relationships that defy conventional expectations. Characters navigate their emotional journeys, confronting challenges and discovering deeper connections. The story emphasizes the idea that love is a personal experience, shaped by individual circumstances and growth, rather than a set of rules to follow. Through poignant moments and relatable struggles, it captures the essence of finding love in unexpected ways.
A single stroke holds the power to transform lives, suggesting that even the smallest actions can lead to significant changes. This theme explores the ripple effects of choices and the profound impact they can have on personal journeys. The narrative likely delves into the interconnectedness of events and the importance of seizing opportunities, emphasizing how one moment can alter the course of one's life.
Arthur wants nothing to do with romance, and he certainly won't play Santa in his mother's fundraising scheme. The town librarian doesn't want him, either-as a Santa, boyfriend, or anything. But two men who insist they don't date do an awful lot of dating. The sleigh they're trying not to board could take them all the way to happily ever after