In Plain Sight. Public Passions, #1

After years of shame about her body, Aasha has finally learned to love herself-and discovered something unexpected: the thrill of being desired. For goblin woman Aasha, reclaiming her confidence after years of bullying meant more than just getting fit. It meant learning to own her body, her sexuality, and the power that comes with being seen. When a simple coffee shop dare awakens something bold inside her, she realizes she craves more than stolen glances-she wants to push boundaries.
And when she spots Kael, the sweet but painfully shy lifeguard at her gym, she sees the perfect opportunity. What starts as playful teasing in a hot tub escalates into an explosive encounter in the women's shower-one that teaches them both what it means to surrender to desire without shame. For Aasha, it's validation. For Kael, it's awakening. But this is just the beginning. When Kael asks her on a date, Aasha makes one condition: it has to be somewhere very public. Book 1 in The Public Passions TrilogyA steamy fantasy romance novella featuring a confident goblin heroine discovering her exhibitionist side, body positivity themes, and enough heat to steam up the gym showers.
Perfect for readers who love: Monster romance with emotional depth Confident, sex-positive heroines Shy hero/bold heroine dynamics Interracial fantasy romance High heat with heart Content note: Explicit sexual content. Features public intimacy and exhibitionist themes. Intended for adult readers 18+. Length: Approximately 6, 400 words