Lane Hayes

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  • Bibliography:
    46 Books (9 Series)
  • First Book:
    July 2013
  • Latest Book:
    July 2023
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Full Series List in Order

The Baxter Chronicles

1 - The Real Baxter (Mar-2022)
2 - Baxter's Right-Hand Man (Jun-2023)

Better Than Stories

1 - Better Than Good (Jul-2013)
2 - Better Than Chance (Jan-2014)
3 - Better Than Friends (Jun-2014)
4 - Better Than Safe (Sep-2015)
5 - Better Than Beginnings, A Better Than Good Short Story Collection (Jan-2020)
6 - Better Than Home (Apr-2022)

Kind of Stories

1 - A Kind of Truth (Jan-2016)
2 - A Kind of Romance (Jun-2016)
3 - A Kind of Honesty (Oct-2016)
4 - A Kind of Home (Jun-2017)

Leaning Into Stories

1 - Leaning Into Love (Feb-2017)
2 - Leaning Into the Fall (Mar-2017)
3 - Leaning Into Always (Sep-2017)
4 - Leaning Into Touch (Oct-2017)
5 - Leaning Into a Wish (Nov-2017)
6 - Leaning Into the Look (Mar-2018)
7 - Leaning Into Forever (Jun-2018)

Out in College

1 - Out in the Deep (Aug-2018)
2 - Out in the End Zone (Oct-2018)
3 - Out in the Offense (Jan-2019)
4 - Out in the Field (Jul-2019)
5 - Out On the Ice (Mar-2020)
6 - Out in Spring (May-2020)
7 - Out on the Serve (Jul-2020)
8 - Out in Winter (Jan-2021)
9 - Out for the Holidays and Out for Gold (Jul-2021)

Right and Wrong Stories

1 - The Right Words (Dec-2014)
2 - The Wrong Man (Feb-2015)
3 - The Right Time (Jul-2015)

The Script Club

1 - Following the Rules (May-2021)
2 - Rules of Play (Jul-2021)
3 - The Jock Script (Sep-2021)
4 - The Holiday List (Dec-2021)

Starting From Stories

1 - Starting From Zero (Apr-2019)
2 - Starting From Scratch (Oct-2019)
3 - Starting From Here (Sep-2020)
4 - Starting From Somewhere (Nov-2020)
5 - Starting From the Top (Mar-2021)

A Way with

1 - A Way with Words (Jul-2018)
2 - A Way with You (Jul-2018)

Book List in Order: 46 titles

  • Better Than Good

    Better Than Stories - 1

  • Better Than Chance

    Better Than Stories - 2

  • Better Than Friends

    Better Than Stories - 3

    A Better Than Story

    When Curt Townsend, a successful young DC lawyer, attends his first gay wedding, he doesn’t expect anything more than a great evening out spent celebrating two lucky guys willing to commit to one another. He certainly...

  • The Right Words

    Right and Wrong Stories - 1

    A Right and Wrong Story Escaping an abusive relationship left Luke Preston anxious and spouting panic-induced poetry. Desperate for a fresh start, Luke accepts a job remodeling a tired old beach house for a professional soccer player and his model gi...

  • The Wrong Man

    Right and Wrong Stories - 2

    A Right and Wrong Story

    Successful owner of an upscale boutique in fabulous West Hollywood, Brandon Good swears by his personal edict to “live in the present.” After a bad breakup, he agrees to dog-sit to keep his mind off his ex. Neve...

  • The Right Time

    Right and Wrong Stories - 3

    A Right and Wrong Story

    Workaholic Nate Erickson is a successful real estate developer who thrives on long hours and stress. When a Los Angeles project prompts him to relocate to Santa Monica, he welcomes the change of scenery. Nate has al...

  • Better Than Safe

    Better Than Stories - 4

    A Better Than Story Paul Fallon is a fashion advertising guru. He’s a genius at dealing with difficult editors, art directors, and designers alike. He thrives on the chaotic atmosphere and constant challenges. But in his personal life, he’s hopin...

  • A Kind of Truth

    Kind of Stories - 1

    Rand O'Malley dreams of superstardom. He hopes to one day sing the blues like a rock god. Moving to New York City and hiring a new manager are steps to make his dreams a reality. But nothing moves as fast as Rand would like, and everyone has opini...

  • A Kind of Romance

    Kind of Stories - 2

    A Kind of Story

    Zeke Gulden is a ruthless Wall Street exec. His hard-edged, no-nonsense attitude has served him well in the cutthroat business world, but less so in his personal life. When he finds out his ex-boyfriend cheated on him with a...



  • A Kind of Honesty

    Kind of Stories - 3

    A Kind of Story Music is drummer Tim Chalmers’s great escape and the one thing that’s never let him down. But his band Spiral’s meteoric rise to fame has made it difficult for him to maintain a low profile. Unwanted press pesters him after a pu...

  • Leaning Into Love

    Leaning Into Stories - 1

    Eric Schuster is a successful guy. He’s part owner of a highly successful tech firm, he has a supportive family and a great group of close friends. But something is missing. Or maybe he’s reacting to his business partner and ex’s wedding news. ...

  • Leaning Into the Fall

    Leaning Into Stories - 2

    Nick Jorgensen is a quirky genius. He's made a fortune in the competitive high tech field with his quick mind and attention to detail. He believes in hard work and trusting his gut. And he believes in karma. It’s the only thing that makes sense. Pe...

  • A Kind of Home

    Kind of Stories - 4

    A Kind Of Story Isaac Dalton is the guitarist for Spiral, arguably the biggest rock band in the world. The band’s meteoric rise to superstardom has its perks, but fame and fortune aren’t all they’re cracked up to be. Nonstop touring and perform...

  • Leaning Into Always

    Leaning Into Stories - 3

    Life is good for Eric Schuster. He owns a highly successful tech company, has a great group of buddies, and he’s about to marry his best friend, the man of his dreams. Eric is pleasantly surprised to find the transition from friends to lovers has b...

  • Leaning Into Touch

    Leaning Into Stories - 4

    Josh Sheehan is unlucky in love and now… newly unemployed. He’s not sure what to do next, but he’s sure he should give up on romance. Especially after last time. His friends warned him that falling for the hunky Irishman was a bad idea. Josh ca...

  • Leaning Into a Wish

    Leaning Into Stories - 5

    Ryan Haskell loves everything about the wine business. He's fortunate to work at one of the most prestigious wineries in Napa Valley doing something he enjoys with the people who are like family to him. But he could do without the good-natured intern...

  • Leaning Into the Look

    Leaning Into Stories - 6

    Grant Kostas made a career based on his looks before joining his family’s real estate firm. He may not love his job but he’s better at sales than he thought. And when he’s poised to bring in the biggest account of the company’s history, even ...

  • Leaning Into Forever

    Leaning Into Stories - 7

    Geordie De La Rosa is a legend among wine lovers in Napa Valley. His ultra-fabulous style paired with a penchant for leading impromptu sing-a-longs has made him a star attraction at Conrad Winery. Co-owning a well-respected winery was never Geordie...

  • A Way with Words

    A Way with - 1

    Tony De Luca is a simple guy. He works for his uncle’s Brooklyn-based construction firm. And he knows from experience that keeping his head down and doing his job is the best way to deal with the meddlesome family members he sees daily. They think ...



  • A Way with You

    A Way with - 2

    Reeve Nelson is determined to make it in Manhattan. He’s hardworking, dedicated and willing to put in the extra hours required to be successful at his new job at a prestigious real estate firm in the city. There’s no way he’s going back to smal...

  • Out in the Deep

    Out in College - 1

    Derek Vaughn is a little too serious. He’s a type A control personality with a penchant for order and a love of water polo. But he’s determined to enjoy his last year of college. The real world with a serious job and big expectations can wait for...

  • Out in the End Zone

    Out in College - 2

    Evan di Angelo is an upbeat, good-natured goofball who loves his friends and family…and football. A traumatic accident may have ended his hopes of playing professionally, but he’s made the most of his four years on the field at a small Southern C...

  • Out in the Offense

    Out in College - 3

    Christian Rafferty is a talented quarterback with a big secret. He’s determined to make the most of his final season on the football field, and if possible, avoid any confrontations with his conservative parents about his future. It shouldn’t be ...

  • Starting From Zero

    Starting From Stories - 1

    Justin Cuevas is going through a rough patch. A broken relationship, a scandal, and the demise of his band have shaken the aspiring rock star’s confidence. Working two jobs and sleeping on his friend’s sofa isn’t ideal, but Justin isn’t ready...

  • Out in the Field

    Out in College - 4

    Max Maldonado loves baseball. He knows playing first base at a private college probably won’t get him to the big leagues, but he doesn’t mind. He loves the game and his teammates. If he has to stay in the closet until he graduates, that’s okay....

  • Starting From Scratch

    Starting From Stories - 2

    When opposites attract… Charlie-Help! I don't know how to manage a rock band. Did I bite off more than I can chew? Probably. Is that going to stop me? Not at all. I'm a man on a mission! Promoting a talented group with a ton of star ...

  • Stick to the Script

  • Better Than Beginnings, A Better Than Good Short Story Collection

    Better Than Stories - 5

    Matt Sullivan knows he met someone special the night he spots the sexy man on the dance floor. However, he doesn't know his life is about to change forever. First of all, Matt is straight. Okay, maybe not, but he doesn't think falling in love and spe...

  • Out On the Ice

    Out in College - 5

    Two jocks, one secret…Colby-I've always loved hockey. My childhood dreams of becoming a legend on the ice might not be on track, but that doesn't mean I want to be an accountant. I don't. Nor do I want to train the new intern at my stepdad's f...



  • Out in Spring

    Out in College - 6

    The jock, the nerd, and a little spring fever…Ned-I don't understand hockey at all. Or any sport. Attending a team party with my best friend might be a mistake. As an out and proud geek, I admit that hanging out with a bunch of jocks and their...

  • Out on the Serve

    Out in College - 7

    Roommates to friends to lovers…  Elliot-I need a roommate fast. Even a temporary one. Beggars can't be choosers. Going pro after graduation has been intense, and time is precious. Thankfully, Braden seems cool. He's a little quirky&h...

  • Starting From Here

    Starting From Stories - 3

    Maybe hate isn't the right word... Declan-Everything is finally going well. I have a new band, a new label, and a debut album coming out. And then my drummer breaks his wrists. Just my luck. I need a quick replacement to record one more song, bu...

  • Starting From Somewhere

    Starting From Stories - 4

    The guitarist and the geek…Bobby J-What can I say? I'm a man of many tastes. I know what I like, and I'm not afraid to go for it. And I like the adorable geek from the bar. A lot. He's smart and sassy…and he doesn't seem to know or care...

  • Out in Winter

    Out in College - 8

    The grad student, the jock, and some winter fun… DrewMy new job at the bistro is fun. The owners are good guys, and the staff is made up primarily of boisterous water polo players. I know nothing about the sport except there's a Speedo in...

  • Starting From the Top

    Starting From Stories - 5

    The guitarist, the dad, and a band on the rise… JohnnyA quiet place to live and some time to recharge before my band heads out on the road again sounds amazing. I wouldn't mind a distraction too, but my new neighbor is off-limits. There a...

  • Following the Rules

    The Script Club - 1

    The geek, the jock, and a new set of rules… Topher-My friend's brother needs an academic assistant and I need a job. Problem…jocks are my weakness. Seriously. I lose my ability to speak coherently around muscle-bound hotties. Oh ye...

  • Out for the Holidays and Out for Gold

    Out in College - 9

    Out for the HolidaysA Dream Come True…Derek- This is it! I'm finally opening my own bistro. I've spent the last two years getting ready for this moment. I can't decide if the holidays are the perfect time to begin a new venture, but I'm e...

  • Rules of Play

    The Script Club - 2

    The genius, the ex-jock, and a new playbook… George-My brother's friend is hot—if you're into flannel-wearing lumbersexual former jocks who eat donuts for dinner and still scribble to-do lists on their palms. I'm not. I'm a serious ...

  • The Jock Script

    The Script Club - 3

    The nerd, the coach, and the hookup… Asher- Swipe left, swipe left, swipe left. Sure, the idea of a quick, no-strings intimate rendezvous via hookup app sounds oddly thrilling, but it's simply not me. Or maybe it is me, because it ha...



  • The Holiday List

    The Script Club - 4

    The Mars maestro, the single dad, and a wish list… Chet-Boy, am I lucky! Finding a living situation with a houseful of passionate scientists just before the holidays is ideal in every possible way. As the newest member of the Script Club,...

  • The Real Baxter

    The Baxter Chronicles - 1

    The silver-fox and the faux bodyguard… Sebastian Who's the true hero behind the Hollywood heartthrob, crime-fighting, adventure-seeking international man of mystery? Me. I'm the real Baxter. Well, I wear the suit and let the act...

  • Better Than Home

    Better Than Stories - 6

    The lawyer, the diva, and a new adventure… Life is good. A few years ago, I met someone special, came out as bi, fell head over heels, and married the love of my life.  A man. But not just any man. Aaron is a confident, unapolog...

  • The Humbug Holiday

    Two grumpy bears and a holiday season neither will forget… Joe So this sexy silver fox rolls into my small New England town and buys a run-down old house in need of renovation. That's where I come in. My job is to do some basic repai...

  • Fairy Cakes in Winter

    A grumpy baker, a quirky ad man, and a recipe for forever… Scott So this cute guy sits next to me on the plane and proceeds to talk my ear off for hours. Not good. I don't like talking and I don't like strangers. But Theo's sweet, sm...

  • Baxter's Right-Hand Man

    The Baxter Chronicles - 2

    The movie star meets his match… Pierce Welcome to Hollywood, baby! Perhaps you've heard of me. I play Baxter, the adventure-seeking, crime-fighting hero, adored by fans around the world. Nice gig, right? My job has its perks for sure...

  • The London Chance

    Two strangers, an online dating app, and a chance at forever… Chance After months of online correspondence with a sexy businessman, we're finally meeting in person—in London, no less! Okay. It's a casual meet-up. Nothing t...

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Lane Hayes has published 46 books.

Lane Hayes does not have a new book coming out soon. The latest book, The London Chance, was published in July 2023.

The first book by Lane Hayes, Better Than Good, was published in July 2013.

Yes. Lane Hayes has 9 series.
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