A sequel to 'I am an Opportunist'

What happens when you cross an emotionally stunted mercenary with an emotionally immature bounty hunter who has decided it's time to quit settling for less than she deserves? Some personal growth, a little angst, a burning car, a hostage situation and whatever else my muse decides to throw in. Contains prompts from Janet Evanovich Fan Fiction group on FB.

Carlos has a little mishap on the way to Manoso Family Christmas Dinner and has no choice but to wear the sweater Steph bought for him. Oneshot. Established Babe. Set in the same universe as In the Bleak Midwinter, but can be read as a stand-alone.

Even Ranger isn't immune to the feelings Christmas can elicit. One-shot based on a prompt in the Janet Evanovich Fanfiction group.

Happy and secure in her relationship with Ranger, Steph just wants her Merry Men to be as happy as she is. She decides to play Cupid and give them a little push... what could go wrong? Established Babe.

Means that there are a number of different influences, reasons, and actions which together make a situation complicated and difficult to understand. Something that Stephanie has to work through in order to find her equilibrium after her life is turned upside down.

Ranger arrives at Steph's apartment to pick her up for their date only to find that she is nowhere near ready. Due to unforeseen circumstances and extremely pleasant surprises, they miss their reservation. Babe. One shot. Complete.

Stephanie is in need of a fake date for Thanksgiving dinner. Les explains the various offerings of Rent a Boyfriend.

I just read Look Alive 25 and I quite enjoyed it. Except I would have changed this bit... I think Joe is a good guy but if you like Joe over Ranger, you probably won't enjoy this story. Adult themes/language but nothing more than you read in a JE novel.

A remembered conversation brings regret and hammers home that no one has the time they think they do. Warning: high angst and major character death. Written for the Janet Evanovich Fan Fiction Facebook group June writing prompt.

Stephanie had no idea it would be this difficult to plan the wedding. But really - where did everyone keep disappearing to? BABE HEA

AU that explores what may have happened if Steph's bad luck had gotten her pulled into the action when E.E. Martin was found to be involved in mob activities. This story is low angst and a Babe HEA.

Part of the Numbers series (22/31). When Steph sneaks out after a night together, Ranger tracks her down for answers, but is left with one hell of a question. First story in the Left or Right trilogy.

Part of the Numbers series (20/31). Steph's running low on money but not backbone when she starts making deals, despite the odds. Will her being an opportunist and taking a gamble pay off, or put her in hot water? Strong Steph/Babe one-shot.

Part of the Numbers series (19/31). Ranger has a serious offer for Steph ahead of the encroaching pandemic. Based on a reader request in the Janet Evanovich Fan Fiction Facebook group. Fluffy Babe fun.

Part of the Numbers series (16/31). Sixteen seconds doesn't seem that long, until it's a matter of life or death. Alternating SPOV and RPOV. No character deaths. Babe.

Part of the Numbers series (11/31), Ranger is left wishing for a Steph 911 page to get him out of the Manoso Family Thanksgiving, but the call doesn't quite go like he expects it to. Includes the JE FanFiction Facebook group November writing prompt.

Slightly AU: Stephanie Plum is jobless, recently moved back to Trenton, broke and desperate. She finds a new job and navigates dealing with family drama, a sour history with Morelli, meeting a sexy AF fugitive apprehension agent, new friends, and paving a new way for herself. Rated M for language, adult situations, etc. Strong Stephanie, Total Babe story, Cupcakes beware. COMPLETE!

After a scary encounter with an FTA, Stephanie is left with more questions than answers.

A little one-shot about a chance encounter between Steph and Ranger.

This one-shot is my contribution for the September writing challenge for the JE Fan Fiction group on Facebook. The challenge was to use the following writing prompt in a story: "Well this is a nice change of scenery." "It's a prison cell." "I was being sarcastic." Always a Babe. Rating for a little bit of language and a tiny bit of adult activity.

An alternate timeline AU that stems from the infamous night of the shower curtain rod. What if Steph had been inspired to push herself a little harder, from the beginning? Response to the prompt 'Don't yell at me in languages I don't understand' from the RangerBabes FB group. One-shot.

Babe ONE-SHOT that includes the Facebook "Don't yell at me in a language I don't understand" prompt.

Steph gets a little more than she bargained for when she seeks refuge on the seventh floor. ONE-SHOT

Steph is finally willing to make a hard decision when she can no longer deny the evidence in front of her. ONE-SHOT.

First time Stephanie meets Ranger and his men, a chance encounter, leaving more than a lasting impression. A Babe story. Story is now COMPLETE.

Hesitation can spell disaster in bounty hunting. Ranger teaches Steph to follow her instincts, and she learns about acting in the moment to make it turn out the way she wants. Love, disaster, a promise, and a future are all within her reach, if she can manage to survive. Babe one-shot.

What would you do with your last day on earth? For some, the answer is easy. Those people are the lucky ones. A short story that brings both Stephanie and Ranger to the right place at the right time, after some stalls along the way.

'Til death do us part may work for some people, but not for Steph and Ranger. When a new threat looms, Steph takes matters into her own hands to make sure that either they both make it out alive, or neither do. One-shot, Babe HEA.

Set in 2014, this one-shot is in honor of the wonderful but sometimes stressful holiday dinners that many of us won't be having this year. How will Ranger handle his family's nagging about Stephanie?

A piece of Ranger's past comes looking for him in Trenton, and when she winds up FTA, Stephanie and Ranger join forces to track her down before she's taken out. In the process, Stephanie gets an unprecedented peek into Ranger's life and the depth of his secrets, and has to decide what she can live with - assuming they both live through next week. Babe HEA. Complete.

COMPLETE! Ranger has to leave to go into the wind, and Steph steps up to the plate.

COMPLETE! Is there anything Stephanie wouldn't do for Ranger?

COMPLETE! Steph finds herself kidnapped by an unlikely source, can she still manage to save the day?

An exploration of Ranger's sexual innuendos and double entendres. Set in LMT. Smut. Oh and I have a potty mouth. Somewhat Morelli unfriendly. I didn't change his character - I just called it like I see it

AU story, actually more of a AR. A what if... life for Steph. All of your favorites are there, and still themselves I promise. Try it, you'll like it.

A trifle. A story-of-sorts built from 100-word scenes. Initially a challenge response; I was amused by the thought of the Stephanie we know from the books being forced to say something important in 100 words or less. And it carried on from there... (Marking as complete for now, as it's reached an HFN resolution.)

Ranger is the one needing help this time, and Steph is the friend to lend a hand. Rating for language, sex and scenes containing domestic violence. May contain spoilers for any books up through 25. COMPLETE.

How does one escape a negative cycle? By breaking it, of course. Stephanie Plum frees herself from the ruts she often falls prey to by leaving. Slightly AU. Strong Stephanie story.

BABE AU from One for the Money 2012 -Steph takes Ranger's shower curtain advice seriously, impressing him and leaving things open for their psuedofriendship to become something much more fun;Rated for language, a little bit of action towards the end, and lots of spice;4th in my 2012 SSS Project;NOW COMPLETE!

Ranger has had a lot of memorable lines and moments throughout the series, and I thought it would be fun to go back and write stories around a few of them, making them all Babe stories in the end. Starting with Hard Eight told from Ranger's POV.

A Ranger and Stephanie romance told in 48 words.

The New Year really heats up for Stephanie, and not just because of the accused arsonist setting fires to throw her off his case. After a job for Rangeman turns deadly, Steph saves Ranger's life. The aftermath leads them both to reevaluate their relationship, or lack thereof. But what is more dangerous? Her smoldering feelings for Ranger or the fire bug out to get her? HEA Babefic.

The title says it all. It's Ranger's birthday, but Stephanie can't let the day go unacknowledged. Will her birthday surprise turn out to be the perfect gift or another train wreck? Rated T for language.

A happy story, I promise. Ranger and Steph dancing on a few different occasions

Seven years after she left Trenton due to family tragedy, Stephanie Plum has learned to stand on her own and has built a life and career. Unexpectedly, she encounters Ranger, who has also gone through changes since they were last together. While helping Ranger to clear his name, can she show him how to have a second chance at friendship or more? (Now complete)

An enemy from Ranger's black ops past forces him to take Stephanie on the run and underground. Babe.

Sequel to The Bail-Out, this story is set shortly after the epilogue. A hunt for treasure is in the works as Stephanie and Ranger head off to track down the mystery case that once belonged to a couple of ruthless con artists. It's rumored to have information for an off-shore account with a balance large enough to kill for. Who'll come out on top in this race to the treasure?

Just for fun ... these are ten Babe-based 'stories' using only ten words each.

It's the first snow of the year, and Stephanie Plum's in for a few surprises.

Things aren't always what they seem as another mystery unfolds in the wacky world of Plum. Enjoy!

One Shot – Stephanie decides to be bold and tell Ranger she's ready for more, but the conversation doesn't go quite the way she expected. A highly requested Babe short, with a little MaybeHEA mixed in.

Nearly 30 years into the future we catch a brief glimpse into the life of Stephanie Plum. Whatever became of the Bombshell Bounty Hunter? This story will have several chapters connecting the present to the past while exploring what happened in between. Rated T for potential future content choices.

After hearing that Stephanie had a less than ideal day, Ranger aims to not only improve her night, but also their future.

One shot – It's Nollen's first day at Rangeman. That was intimidating enough. And then they tell him part of his job is to watch over the notorious Stephanie Plum. *Contains spoilers from chapter 9 of Plum Scary and chapter 4 of Fearless.

Set post-Explosive Eighteen - Stephanie feels the consequences of her actions, with some major fallout. Nobody comes out undamaged. Very high angst, but eventually a Babe HEA. References all books up to 18, but nothing beyond that. Rating for language (and more in some chapters :D)

An out of the blue phone call has Stephanie and Joe meeting as friends years after she left Trenton. This is a Babe story told from Joe's POV and Stephanie's own words.

He jumped off a bridge to save her life, but she still doesn't see how much he loves her? She needs to get a clue! So here's a giant sledgehammer of a clue for her... :-) Not mine, making no money (more's the pity!). Spoilers for Takedown Twenty. Rating for language.

Something so simple can have a meaning that isn't able to be comprehended by just anyone. It speaks volumes though, and it caused broken hearts..the end of a relationship...and the beginning of forever. BABE. **Rated for language**

Steph is cursed with the Vordoo and her new take charge attitude is totally confounding Ranger. Undertones of smut...overtones of smut...there's some plot in there somewhere in the middle. :)

After the events in Hawaii in book 18, Stephanie decides she's done with men all together. Fortunately, the guys in her life might have something to say about that.

A drunk Ranger confronts Morelli. Steph gets called down to the station to tidy up the mess. (Ranger is slightly out of character in this fic because...well...he actually talks.)

A response to a FaceBook challenge: Write three paragraphs and start each one with the same line.

No more missed opportunities. Spoilers for Twelve Sharp and Takedown Twenty. One shot. Babe. M.

Steph decides she wants Ranger. No idea on rating.

What would you do for love or friendship? When Ranger goes missing, Stephanie finds out just how far she's willing to go to get him back where he belongs. Rated M to be safe. Babefic all the way, but Morelli and Mrs. Plum don't really figure in the story.

Ranger stands in a doorway watching over a happy Stephaine while Lee Brice Sings "I Don't Dance". First Fan Fic with little Morelli, NOT a cupcake fan. BABE all the way.

A short story about Ranger and an unusual obsession with an outdated form of communication.

Joe Morelli has to go undercover for the biggest bust of his career, but he needs the help of Steph, Ranger, and the Merry Men to pull it off. Does he have what it takes to work with the Men in Black? Always a Babe!

Bobby asks for Stephanie's help with Ranger. Slightly angsty. Not like my last story at all.

Set after Notorious Nineteen. Stephanie tackles the mystery of Ranger's hot cars. Ranger could be wanted for murder when Stephanie loses Ranger's hottest car yet. It's a hilarious ride in a Porsche Panamera for the usual crew of miscreants, but Morelli isn't laughing. Time is running out for Stephanie to set things right. Will she ruin Ranger's rep, or save it? Totally Babe.

No one ever expected it to happen, least of all, Stephanie.

Stephanie dreads hearing these words, but could this be something different?

Ranger is away on a job when he gets a call to come back home. Will he continue to run away from what he and Stephanie have? Or will Ranger finally look into her eyes and tell Stephanie what he should have said a long time ago? A Ranger POV story.

This is now a series of memories and adventures that Stephanie has, looking back from the vantage of a long, well-lived life. It's a series of short stories, following from the original 'Where There's Smoke' in loose chronological order. I may add new chapters over time.

A little one shot about someone stumbling upon Ranger's Porsche parked down a blind alley. **Warnings for language and adult themes, also spoilers for Smokin' Seventeen as this is a redo of a scene from the book (that could have been so much better).**

Ranger told Steph that he was an opportunist - and she's going to learn exactly what that means. Ranger's POV.

Stephanie has a habit of turning things on and not even realizing it...

What might happen if Stephanie and Ranger followed that little voice that suggests they act on their impulses? Armed with only a phone and a great set of instincts, Stephanie decides to go with her gut and see what might happen. A Babe HEA.

Can anything good come of a late night phone call?

Ranger returns from a long mission and finds that Stephanie is ... different. BABE HEA.

Joe forces Stephanie to choose between him and Ranger, so she does. Now she just has to hope that Ranger will choose her, too. Joe, of course, is not happy with her choice. Will he let her go gracefully? Eventual Babe HEA. Cupcake warning.

It is Christmas time in Trenton and Stephanie asks Santa Claus for help in finding the perfect gift for Ranger. Babe story.

Stephanie and Ranger are flung into their greatest challenge when tragedy strikes unexpectedly by an unknown enemy. Can they save what's most precious to them and get their lives back to normal or will everything change forever? Babe HEA. No Morelli.

Stephanie goes 'in the wind' with Ranger. While evading the bad guys, Ranger is forced to face some demons from his past, and Stephanie makes a decision about her future. A first collaborative effort by JE fanfic writers: Sonomom & Latetolove.

What happens in Vegas doesn't stay there when Steph, Ranger and the guys make the trip to apprehend a skip!

Stephanie can't sit still when she and Ranger have a surveillance shift.

Ranger gets a do-over; problem is, Stephanie can't remember why he'd want one. A Babe story, with an HEA, of course!

A crime is committed and Morelli needs Ranger and Stephanie's help to identify the suspects. One-Shot. Challenge response from the boards.

The tables are turned when Ranger gets a dangerous stalker and he has to ask Stephanie for her help in drawing them out. This is a Babe story with a very happy ending.

Finally! For all those readers who felt Ten Big Ones ended too abruptly, a lost chapter has been found. The final chapter, never before set in print, has been located. Now you can finally read...The Rest of the Story. R/S HEA

R & S cope with the aftermath/trauma of Steph's kidnapping by Stiva. A short 5, 6 chapter follow up to Take a Chance. Also the epilog to Eleven on Top. Morelli is here, more sad than bad but Cupcakes may not like this story! Backstory on Merc R Babe HEA

Bionic - adjective; having superhuman strength or capacity. Inspired by the album Bionic by Christina Aguilera. Ranger and Steph AR.

Imagine Steph didn't lose her job at EE Martin? Imagine she never blackmailed Vinnie for a bounty hunting job…her life taking a different path? Imagine Ranger and Steph don't meet until much later in their lives. Will the attraction still be there?

On the way home from a mission, Ranger gets a look at his future in order to change his past and get his wish. Babe, rating for later.

Ranger comes face to face with fatherhood. This story presents a mature Ranger especially for Babes of 'a certain age' like me!

Steph decides to take control of her life, but as usual things are never that easy. This is a Babe story. I'm very unkind to Morelli and Helen. If you are a Cupcake DO NOT READ. You have been warned! My first fanfic. Please be gentle.

Joe just doesn't get it. Or maybe he gets it too well. This story started as a challenge response on RangemanWriters and then kept going. Now, at long last it is finished. Cupcake Warning I'm afraid.

Ranger and Steph are finally headed in the right direction. Leave it to Diesel to screw it up. Or does he? A BABE story. NOW COMPLETE!

Steph wants Ranger and she's not taking no for an answer. Unfortunately, Batman has his own ideas about what he wants. Babe. Rated M for language, mature content and possible smut.

Stephanie is fed up and decides she needs some time off...somewhere far from Trenton. Stand-alone, not part of Agreement series or Divine Madness world.

The sequel to 'A Hard Eight's Night'. Warnings for language and smut. Oh, and it's a Babe story, as if there was any doubt! Please review!

Ranger pushed Steph away with harsh words before his last mission. Did he mean what he said or could Tank's being wounded during a takedown bring them together again?

Two alpha-males unexpectedly meet in a bar and bond. Almost.

Steph discovers something about Ranger and takes it upon herself to help whether he likes it or not. The consequences bring about realizations of her life and what has to change. Angst, drama, rated M for some language. Babe story.

Something is bothering his Pumpkin. Frank Plum decides to find out what it is. Can he help?

I had no car, my skip had gotten away, my boyfriend thought that I was Calamity Jane, and Batman was expecting me at the hotel tomorrow dressed as a sophisticated slut. What had my life come to? Eventual Babe story.

A tale of magic and vengeance. And puppets. Babe. Contains adult and fantasy themes.

BABE oneshot! Fluffy with a little angst on Joe's part. All fluffy goodness.

One shot. Ranger is on a mission, trapped in the jungle. He expects to die, and his thoughts turn to Stephanie. Done for a challenge, songfic to Foo Fighters' "Home."

Sequel to Maxim Online Survey. What happens after Stephanie presses send? Babe story

Stephanie and Ranger are on a stakeout and she brings up a very curious question. Oneshot.

Steph is on stakeout with Ranger...and bored.

Steph has a bad day. Ranger shows up. Rating for language and smut and I just gave away the ending - lol .

Steph's mouth gets her into trouble - but it might be trouble of the good kind.

Babe story. Steph makes a mistake and is paying for it. Can she regain what she lost, or is it too late?

Because I couldn't come up with a better title. Just a short - Steph decides she's going to lend Ranger moral support whether he wants it or not. R rating.

A songfic by Jaime and Emerith. Ranger's thoughts on his happiest day.

Stephanie reveals her true feelings, forcing Ranger to acknowledge his own. Babe story

Babe oneshot from Joe's POV. Joe confronts a drunk and disorderly Ranger. Mayhem ensues.

Babe fluff set immediately after Plum Lovin'.

Babe oneshot.

Steph gets in over her head with a former skip. What happens when Ranger comes to her rescue? Rated for smut. Part 3 is up.

A challenge issued from another group. Take a scene from LMT and put a spin on it. I chose the LMT Rangeman embroidered fiasco. God bless Ella and her sewing machine.

A Babe Oneshot.

Steph is bored at work. Hilarity ensues. No spoilers, mild language

Steph and Ranger discuss....cake? Babe, Smut.

COMPLETE! Post TBO. Steph's been having problems sleeping, as nightmares from the Slayer incident have been plaguing her.

This is a Challenge fic from a different board the challenge: Ranger. What I see happening between Steph and Ranger right at the very end of TS. One shot. Well..maybe not one shot...

Stephanie sees the signs. Babe fiction. Contains violence

Stephanie is feeling blue, as the christmas season approaches. It seems she might be spending christmas alone. But will she? Join Stephanie as tries to find her Christmas cheer. I promise you won't be disappointed in the end :

Stephanie gets the best present of all for Christmas... Ranger.

Post EOT. Steph catches Spring Fever and decides that it's time to step out of her comfort zone. Spin off of All it Takes is a Little Push.

Based loosely off the song with same name. Not necessarily Post EOT. When you find something you weren't really looking for and knowing when you found it.