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The gifts are wrapped and under the tree, and all of the holiday baking is done. Now it's time for you to hang up your stockings and relax with a cup of hot cocoa and this steamy collection of holiday stories sure to tantalize your senses and set your holiday ablaze.

Stockings were Hung is a limited-time anthology! Grab your copy today!

720 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 2, 2021

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S.L. Sterling

42 books3,512 followers
USA Today Bestselling Author S.L. Sterling was born and raised in southern Ontario. She now lives in Northern Ontario Canada and is married to her best friend and soul mate and their two dogs.

An avid reader all her life, S.L. Sterling dreamt of becoming an author. She decided to give writing a try after one of her favorite authors launched a course on how to write your novel. This course gave her the push she needed to put pen to paper and her debut novel "It Was Always You" was born.

When S.L. Sterling isn't writing or plotting her next novel she can be found curled up with a cup of coffee, blanket and the newest romance novel from one of her favorite authors.

In her spare time, she enjoys camping, hiking, sunny destinations, spending quality time with family and friends and of course reading.

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November 2, 2021
All new authors to me, but love me some Christmas stories.

Christmas 911 by Cara Cee… Friends can be family too.

Accidental Girlfriend For Christmas by Rosie East… Even friends can pretend to be what they really aren’t.

A Coincidental Christmas by Michelle Fernandez… A rebound getting over your cheating ex.

Something More For Christmas by Kim Findlay… When your boyfriend acting weird. You ask your friend to scoop out the situation. All is not as it seems.

All I Want For Christmas by Lyla Grace… What little Emmy wants, she gets. Loved this story.

Sleighing His Bells by Elizabeth Miller… Anyone wanna play truth or dare. With a twist or two.

A Christmas Distraction by A.S Roberts… Let the virtual games begin.

The Christmas Surrender by Jade Royal… The heart knows what it wants.

Screwg’d by Willow Sanders… News with a flair.

Home For Christmas by Kate Stacy… When the holiday is in jeopardy beyond your control. You will do anything to make it home to your family.

Our Christmas Surprise by S.L. Sterling … Single dad
and the babysitter er best friends daughter. Loved this story.

Snowed In By V Angelika… A little cozy read.
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Author 18 books347 followers
November 30, 2021
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I enjoyed branching out and writing "Snowed In", a risky and steamy romance between a professor and college student. Those that have read Cross the Stars, Book 1 in the Crossing Stars Duet will recognize the college student - Allison Brown- as Ella Wallace's old roommate. This is her story! I can't wait for you all to read the stories from all of the amazing authors I collaborated with to create this holiday anthology. Stockings Were Hung by S.L. Sterling
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5,410 reviews203 followers
November 2, 2021




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This is a fun anthology filled with all kinds of holiday spice.

Christmas 911 by Cara Cee
A short and hot holiday story about friends turned more. Kelly and Jarrod bonded over loss, and finally gave into their more than friendly feelings. Now it's Christmas and Jarrod (a cop) is looking to be gone all day. The sweet way Kelly celebrates with him and his fellow cops is the best way to his heart.

Accidental Girlfriend For Christmas by Rosie East
Harry needs a fake date to a Christmas party. Who better to ask than his friends with benefits, Lou. But will faking a relationship quickly turn a sex only casual thing into an honest to goodness relationship this Christmas?

A Coincidental Christmas by Michelle Fernandez
Francesca (Frankie) waking up with a pounding head and in bed with who turns out to be a hot guy named Conrad is very unlike her. Does she want to get to know the man who gave her the best night of her life? She'll never know since he sneaks out when she's in the shower. But her grandma has other plans in store with her, and the two just may get a second chance to know each other this Christmas.

Something More For Christmas by Kim Findlay
When Penny's bestie begs her to come spend Christmas with her because she needs a buffer in case her boyfriend Sebastian dumps her, Santa gifts Penny the present of her life - Taranis, one of Sebastian's teammates. Will Christmas be the thing to have them falling in love?

This is my favorite of the entire anthology.

All I Want For Christmas by Lyla Grace
Chase's girls (especially Emmy) deserve the best Christmas this year. Now it's up to football player Chase to recruit his friend to help him make it one to remember.

A very sweet holiday romance.

Sleighing His Bells by Elizabeth Miller
A second chance could be on the horizon for Maggie and her first and only love, Drew, if she can get past his leaving her 6 years before. Will she believe he's back home for good now? Or is his first Christmas back home going to be Scrooged up because she can't see past her pain?

A Christmas Distraction by A.S Roberts
A hot game of dares for Christmas has rockstar Brody keeping his love satisfied while he's away. Will he make it home in time to receive his Christmas gift in person?

The Christmas Surrender by Jade Royal
A second chance to save the troubled Mafia marriage comes when Kelsey asks Eli for a divorce.

My least favorite of the anthology, and definitely not the kind of holiday romance I like.

Screwg’d by Willow Sanders
Cute story about a rock DJ meeting his one while being forced to rectify his anti-Christmas rant.

Home For Christmas by Kate Stacy
Drake may not be coming home for Christmas and the thought is giving Hailee very Bah Humbug feelings. But when she discovers the real reason he's not around, it'll end up being the sweetest (and sexiest) gift of all.

Our Christmas Surprise by S.L. Sterling
Ainsley and her dad's best friend will either have the best, or the worst, Christmas, of their lives, depending upon how her dad reacts when he finds out they're involved with each other.

If you like age gap, hot holiday romances, this is the short story for you.

Snowed In by V. Angelika
A very short, very hot story about Allison and her Christmas fling with her professor, Mason, when they're snowed in together over the holidays.

I'd love if it were made into a full length story.



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5,058 reviews115 followers
October 30, 2021
If you are looking for a steamy, magical read look no further than the Stockings Were Hung Anthology, it has something for everyone and I guarantee it will fill you with holiday cheer. I struggled to pick a favourite out of these magical reads and it’s certainly going to be read again and again. Christmas is my favourite time of year so this anthology was always going to be on my radar but what I really loved was getting the opportunity to find new authors mixed in with favourites.
If you love single dad romance you will love Our Christmas Surprise by S.L. Sterling and than there’s a great family and friends story in Christmas 911 by Cara Cee add in all the other short reads and I’m sure you will find a few to fall in love with. I highly recommend this Anthology to all lovers of the holiday season so what are you waiting for one click this limited time gem.
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192 reviews5 followers
November 1, 2021
Oh my goodness!! I don't know how to accurately describe how much I enjoyed this anthology. Each story has its own level of steam and characters you want to keep around forever. Personally my 2 favorites were Christmas 911 by Cara Cee and Snowed In by V. Angelika. I very much enjoyed seeing a character I was very familiar with, Allison Brown, get her own story. I would love to see more for the characters in both Chistmas 911 and Snowed in. They already have a very memorable start. I very highly recommend reading this Stockings Were Hung so you too can choose your favorites.

*I was given an ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.
1,280 reviews
October 30, 2021
Review for A coincidental Christmas by Michelle Fernández

This was such a sweet and swoony read. The way it all unfolded between the characters was so sweet and I absolutely loved it. Not a long read but definitely a good one.

Review for Our Christmas Surprise by S.L. Sterling

Another brilliant quick read. This was a perfect age gap story that was very well written with enough drama to keep me interested and wanting more. I would have happily read a full length story about these characters as they were so enjoyable to read about.
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597 reviews4 followers
November 2, 2021
Oh my goodness!! This anthology rocks!! I read it in two days. I’m already ready to read it again. I am a complete lover of all things Christmas and this book adds the spicy to the holiday cheer. You will get a full range from sweet all the way to sexy with this collection. I dare you to try and choose a favorite out of this book, it may not be as easy as you think.
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1,997 reviews59 followers
October 27, 2021
Enjoy this delightful, steamy, holiday anthology from many beautiful authors that will leave you wishing for many delights in your stocking this holiday season. Loved it!!❤🔥❤🔥❤
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4,944 reviews180 followers
October 31, 2021
5 star review of Stockings Were Hung Anthology

I love stories based around Christmas, it’s my most favourite holiday of the year. So when I learnt about this anthology I could not wait to read. A collection of short stories by a number of authors the majority of whom are new to me and include:

Christmas 911 by Cara Cee
Accidental Girlfriend For Christmas by Rosie East
A Coincidental Christmas by Michelle Fernandez
Something More For Christmas by Kim Findlay
All I Want For Christmas by Lyla Grace
Sleighing His Bells by Elizabeth Miller
A Christmas Distraction by A.S Roberts
The Christmas Surrender by Jade Royal
Screwg’d by Willow Sanders
Home For Christmas by Kate Stacy
Our Christmas Surprise by S.L. Sterling
Snowed In By V Angelika

This is a feel good collection of stories that left me with a smile on my face and certainly got me in the mood for the holiday season. Although the stories are quick reads the writing was strong and there were a variety of tropes which will appeal to a wide variety of readers. If you a fan like me of the holiday season, then do yourselves a favour and one click this anthology, I don’t think you will be disappointed and it will get you in the mood for the holiday season.
176 reviews
November 2, 2021
I received this anthology as an ARC and I'm delighted with the stories so far. I haven't finished it because I've had other stuff to do but I read a story a night so it will be finished in a few days. I agreed to post a review on the day that it was published so here I am.

I have only read one of these author's before, A. S. Roberts, and I knew I would be impressed with her story because she's just a brilliant storyteller. As for the other authors so far so really good. There's plenty of sass, sex, steam and sensuality. But there's plenty of ahhhhs, ooooooos, ohhhhs and grrrrrrrs. I laughed a lot too. This is an anthology I will re-read again.

Congratulations to all of you for your words and imagination and thank you for allowing me an advanced copy.

Excellent xxx
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50 reviews10 followers
October 28, 2021
I absolutely loved this Christmas anthology. I had a few favorites but all of them were amazing stories. Cara Cee’s was 💯 🔥 as well as SL’s . Perfect anthology to ease us into the holiday season🎄🙂❤️
9,470 reviews39 followers
November 6, 2021
Stockings Were Hung Christmas Anthology - Sweet and delicious to unwrap

Stockings Were Hung: A Contemporary Romance Christmas Anthology contains 11 novellas by different authors but all with a Christmas theme. I have not read all of the stories but what I have read I have quite enjoyed. I should mention that I had own and previously read one of the books, Screwg'd by Willow Sanders. A number of the author's in the anthology are newer and I have not read before, so that is always fun to explore. But I really wanted to read S.L. Sterling's story, Our Christmas Surprise, as I enjoy this author a lot and she did not disappoint with this story.
I have enjoyed these stories and found them to be sweet, romantic, fun, entertaining, with some drama and a lot of Christmas spirit and smexy passion.

I received a copy of this anthology and am leaving my honest review. My opinions are all my own.
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961 reviews2 followers
November 2, 2021
Oh my! This anthology was amazing! It provided the perfect escape from a cold and rainy afternoon. I hid from the hubby and kids and left them to fend for themselves while I lost myself amongst the pages.
I knew there was a Default Distraction novella tucked in there somewhere and any mention of the boys I know I’m in for a good time! Brody and Amy’s story was romantic and steamy, it was hot! Gah how I miss them all!
There was so much a variety in this anthology it really puts you in the holiday mood and is certainly one not to be missed.
3,144 reviews47 followers
November 1, 2021
There is too much to say about this amazing Anthology I will say that is was fantastic to read all these stories from all these wonderful authors. The ARC was under S.L. Sterling's Our Christmas Surprise, is great read with wonderful characters and fabulous storyline. As with the rest of the stories the collaboration was great for an early Holiday read. Great job

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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7,756 reviews169 followers
November 2, 2021
This is a great collection of short holiday romances to quench your thirst. Loved SL Sterlings story and discovered all the rest of the authors in this collection. I love that they're short but still gives us the sweet and steam we crave.
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784 reviews20 followers
November 2, 2021
This was a great anthology featuring various authors. There was something for everyone to enjoy. Some of the authors were new to me and it was a great way to get to know them. What a wonderful way to get ready for the holidays!

Thank you for the privilege of reading this anthology! Well done
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416 reviews14 followers
November 2, 2021
Stockings Were Hung was a great collection of holiday Novellas.

It has a mix of stories for everyone. I enjoyed reading through them.
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112 reviews4 followers
November 2, 2021
Perfect read for the season! Definitely a hot cocoa and fuzzy blanket read. This anthology is filled with sweet and steamy romances.
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4,537 reviews42 followers
November 3, 2021
Arc from book publisher. A great Christmas anthology of Christmas stories from some great authors. Loved 911 call for hero story.
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1,545 reviews120 followers
November 5, 2021
For an anthology of Holiday romances, this one was filled with some of the most heartwarming romances perfect for a cold afternoon. A variety of contemporary love stories that gave me different tropes with different couples. A one-stop behemoth of a book with hours of just pure bliss.

I’m not usually fond of anthologies OR holiday romances because it’s hard to have development in such short stories. But I took a chance with this one and I’m so glad I did! This is a perfect way to enjoy a festive read with busy lives. Light, comforting love amidst a wintry background. Sometimes I just need a dose of love and I think I’ve found a way to do that!
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2,631 reviews22 followers
November 3, 2021
Wholly hotness! Such a great book! Get ready to read about some amazing characters! This would be the perfect book to help you relax from your hectic holiday planning.
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884 reviews60 followers
November 2, 2021


Some really good stories within
4 stars

This limited-time anthology is packed with 12 contemporary stories all set around Christmas and all deliciously steamy.

Each story stands alone and is a short, novella length. All are either a continuation of an earlier HEA, an HEA or a satisfying HFN.

🔹 Christmas 911 - Cara Cee
A fairly confusing and gloomy story where Jarrod and Kelly try to spend Christmas with each other. Their main love story was told in The Art of Revenge.

🔹 Accidental Girlfriend for Christmas - Rosie East
A fake relationship turns to something more in a story I just didn’t like. It was too juvenile and the characters, Harry and Lou, hugely unlikeable.

🔹 A Coincidental Christmas - Michelle Fernandez
This one night stand story was adorable with well-rounded characters of Francesca and Brennan, who had delicious sexual chemistry. I really loved it.

🔹 Something More for Christmas - Kim Findlay
This was a new adult story between college senior, Penny, and semi-pro hockey player, Taranis. Their insta-connection was realistic and made me smile. I’ll look out for other books by Kim Findlay.

🔹 All I Want for Christmas - Lyla Grace
Callie and Chase are celebrating their first Christmas together after their full story in Whatever It Takes. Callie and Chase are HOT but also so lovely. I just adored this story. I’m definitely going to read more of Ms Grace.

🔹 Sleighing His Bells - Elizabeth Miller
A pure, small-town Christmas complete with a sweet and sexy second chance romance between Drew and Maggie. I enjoyed reading it and was satisfied with the way everything was resolved.

🔹 A Christmas Distraction - A.S. Roberts
Brody and Amy had their HEA in Brody: Default Distraction. Rockstar romance aren’t usually my favourite but this was a very sexy story and a lovely way to heat up a chilly evening.

🔹 The Christmas Surrender - Jade RoyalJade Royal
Mafia books are definitely not my thing but this second-chance story between Elijah and Kelsey was still well written and so, so hot. This book is part of the wider Savage Kings series.

🔹 Screwg’d - Willow Sanders
This story just wasn’t my bag. It had a very 90s vibe - and not in a good way. Bear and Marley (yes, really) weren’t really my kind of folk.

🔹 Home for Christmas - Kate Stacy
Drake and Hailee had their HEA in an earlier story - in this case Long Road Home. A simple but effective story and I loved reading their sexy shenanigans, friendship and love.

🔹 Our Christmas Surprise - S.L. Sterling
I’m partial to a dirty little age-gap, dad’s best friend story and this one was that. Not sure that Ainsley and Spencer are long-term material but I enjoyed myself none-the-less.

🔹 Snowed In - Venessa Kimball writing as V. Angelika
College student, Allison, and her professor, Mason, keep each other warm when a snow storm hits. A really enjoyable story, really well written and super steamy.


There are some really good stories in this anthology and although there were some stories that didn't work for me, the better ones outweigh the bad. You get a lot of bang for your buck with this book and I would recommend it for a very hot and sexy time.


Longer reviews for each book can be found on my website.

Although Loni Ree’s name is included on an earlier cover for this anthology, there is no story included from her.


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763 reviews3 followers
November 3, 2021
Are you ready to get in the mood - for the holidays?!
What an awesome way to feel good, enjoy some cheer and a bit of steam.
Many of these authors were new to me but one author I had the pleasure of reading the original story so it was like coming home to read about their Christmas as a couple.
If you need a sampling of holiday cheer, a little more about a couple you have read in the past or an introduction to some amazing authors and their wonderful words, the best place to start would be an anthology like Stockings Were Hung.
I have a special place in my heart for A Christmas Distraction. It is the story of the 1st official Christmas for Brody and Amy and the Band, Default Distraction. If you are OCD like me, start with "Brody" book #1 in the Default Distraction Series.
I loved meeting so many other characters as well and all for only .99! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09KTH6816?...
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1,718 reviews45 followers
November 3, 2021
Are you ready to get in the mood - for the holidays?!
What an awesome way to feel good, enjoy some cheer and a bit of steam.
Many of these authors were new to me but one author I had the pleasure of reading the original story so it was like coming home to read about their Christmas as a couple.
If you need a sampling of holiday cheer, a little more about a couple you have read in the past or an introduction to some amazing authors and their wonderful words, the best place to start would be an anthology like Stockings Were Hung.
I have a special place in my heart for A Christmas Distraction. It is the story of the 1st official Christmas for Brody and Amy and the Band, Default Distraction. If you are OCD like me, start with "Brody" book #1 in the Default Distraction Series.
I loved meeting so many other characters as well and all for only .99! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09KTH6816?...
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2,501 reviews25 followers
November 2, 2021
I fell in love with S.L. Sterling’s debut back in 2018, so I knew I wanted to read this anthology and Our Christmas Surprise. This is a fantastic set of steamy Christmas stories that will definitely get you in the holiday spirit. Ainsley and Spencer have been secretly seeing each other because Spencer is her dad’s best friend. She works at Spencer’s company, Finding Forever, as his assistant. One night, Spencer comes to Ainsley’s house instead of her going to his. They fall asleep and Jon, her dad catches them. What is going to happen now? All I will say is he’s not happy at all. Grab your copy and see what happens. I do have to say that I didn’t like Carly, Ainsley’s best friend, at all. I can’t wait to read the other stories in this set.

I received an advanced reader copy of this book from the author and this is my voluntary and honest review.
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522 reviews9 followers
November 3, 2021
What a great anthology! I loved all of them and found a few New authors to me that I will be reading more of in future.
My review is based on A coincidental Xmas by Michelle Fernandez.
A second chance, forgotten friend, steamy instant attraction read.

After a night out with too many drinks Francesca has a hookup she can’t remember fully

Brennan and Francesca used to play together on holidays when they were young when Francesca was at her grandmothers house.
But they lost touch and life went on and years later neither one of them
Recognises each other.
After a night out and Francesca hurts her ankle and Brennan (Aka Conrad ) helps her home and they end up having a one night stand that neither one of them forgets.
This had me fully engaged and I loved every minute of this story.
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11.6k reviews167 followers
November 15, 2021
I think it was last year that I was forcing myself out of my confort zone about Christmas books since I've been a big scrooge for years. I don't know, maybe it's because I have a new g-baby so Christmas is definitely looking up again, but I've really been reading these type of books and finding myself loving them hard. Stockings Were Hung had all kinds of different Christmas magic to them, and while I know of some of the authors involved, I discovered a bunch more after this anthology. There is literally something for everyone and/or everything for everyone in these pages so you definitely don't want to pass on it. I will read this anthology every year around this time because every story made me happy at the end of the day, and I believe it will be the same way for you after you hit those one click buttons! HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
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701 reviews1 follower
November 6, 2021
'Stockings Were Hung: A Contemporary Romance Christmas Anthology' is a collection of twelve novellas written by multiple authors all set during the Christmas holidays. Each story is a standalone and and there are no cliffhangers. These books offer something for everyone with alpha males and the feisty heroines they fall in love with. The stories are diverse tropes from friends to lovers, second chances, instalove, and so much more. The books are well written with great characters, interesting plots, and wonderful dialogue. The stories are emotional, with some angst, laughs, secrets, family issues, passion, and plenty of steam. I enjoyed these books and recommend them to anyone who likes some Christmas with their romance.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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1,662 reviews18 followers
November 2, 2021
I love anthologies..especially when I’m introduced to many new-to-me authors. And when it’s filled with holiday stories, I’m extra happy!
One author I was familiar with is S.L. Sterling. Her Our Christmas Surprise was one of my favorites in set. A great age-gap story, I loved Allison and Spencer’s pairing!
Snowed In By V Angelika was another winner for me. Kind of forced proximity, taboo teacher/student pairing…hot plus sweet for the perfect short story combo!
Others were good, as well, but these two stood out for me. Grab this limited time anthology and celebrate the holidays a bit early!
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