Joy Ride: Brad challenges Mack to a chase on their motorcycles.

A Little Something for Santa: Patrick has a secret desire to couple with Santa Claus.

Poolside: Kevin's determined to survive the tension at the pool, and not let Danny melt his resolves.

Pony Play: Drew isn't into leather or S&M, but he might be willing to submit for his blond and sexy trainer.

Escape: Trace is a prisoner that's just experienced the freedom of escape. Davin is a Delta-23 replicate that's tired of seeing his own face all around him.

Best Friends: Riley and Todd's last night together is about to be ruined by talk about Riley's callous girlfriend, and an unexpected confession.

One of Us: Conner's wound at his neck is not healing and Rand seems to know something about it.

Threesome: Ménage a trois.

Easily Addicted: After his last failed relationship, Trevor isn't prepared to set himself up for another one. But Zack is funny and bold and becoming harder and harder to resist.

Hooking Up: Brandon meets up with Damien, a friend he met online.

Devilish Good Time: Bobby follows Jake and his friends out for a drive.

Battle of the Bands: Benjamin can hardly hold it in for Ty, the rival band's lead singer.

Office Visit: Kurt is tired of Lee's late schedules.

The New Client: Hard-boiled sex between a private eye and a prostitute.

Snyder's self-published anthology of short stories is brimming with vivid characters and steamy encounters. Her men are fun to get to know and I found myself cheering them on.

Some of these stories are very strong and I wouldn't say no to sequels, and some of these stories contained characters that will stay with me for a long time after.

"Joy Ride" was one of my favorites. Mack is perfect as a sullen, tough biker, and Brad is the playful young teenager that teases and fearlessly challenges Mack. The story is stimulating and stuffed with double entendres. You couldn't have squeeze one more innuendo into this.

"Best Friends" had a tender storyline that I couldn't help getting caught up with. Todd's attachment to his best friend is palpable, and Riley's dependence on Todd is obvious to everyone. Their friendship made them one of the most intense and moving pairings.

Even while these stories are short, none of the encounters between the characters are rushed. The relationships do not suffer from the length of the stories. Snyder builds up anticipation and tension tangible enough to leave readers on the edge of their seats. ( )