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Hoops Shorts: A HOOPS Novella Collection Kindle Edition

4.5 out of 5 stars 727 ratings


Two novellas from Kennedy Ryan's critically-acclaimed HOOPS Series!

Full-Court Press (formerly appeared in HOOPS Holiday)
Avery + Deck's Story

Single dad MacKenzie Decker was a question Avery never got to ask, much less answer.
They met when she was a young reporter fueled by ambition, and the ink on Deck's first NBA contract was barely dry. Years later, they've climbed so high and lost so much, but one thing hasn't changed. The attraction that simmered between them in a locker room before is still there. With success like theirs, everything has been possible . . . except them.
But that was then.
The only question is...what about now?


Fast Break
Quinn + Ean's Story

Quinn
I was a world-class runner once.
My dreams had wings spun from wind and speed.
Every time out of the blocks was a glorious flight.
But then I crashed and burned.
When I lost my leg, I thought it was the finish line
Little did I know, life was just beginning
Now they call me “America’s Titanium Sweetheart.”
(What can I say? It tested well. LOL)
The life I thought was over is moving so fast.
I have my own gym, a fitness app, a clothing line, and an endless trail of endorsements.
One thing there’s never time for? Love.
One thing I don’t have time for? Games.
Come real, or don’t come at all. In a field full of players, I’m looking for a real one.
Otherwise, I won’t stop.

Ean
I had hoops dreams. I wanted to be like Mike, jump like Magic and soar like Dr. J.
But a college injury grounded me. What I thought was game over, actually opened up a whole new world.
Fast forward to now. I’m coaching some of the NBA’s best.
They call me The Machine because I’m obsessed with stats and data, and my near-photographic memory means I remember every play.
I see the court clearly. But I never saw her coming. Quinn Barrow stops me in my tracks.
Pursuing my first championship, there’s been no time for love.
I’m more than willing to chase her, but will she slow down long enough to be caught?
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Full-Court Press

Full-Court Press

Avery & Deck's Story

Single Dad MacKenzie Decker was a question Avery never got to ask, much less answer. They met when she was a young reporter fueled by ambition, and the ink on Deck's first NBA contract was barely dry. Years later, they've climbed so high and lost so much, but one thing hasn't changed. The attraction that simmered between them in a locker room before is still there. With success like theirs, everything has been possible . . . except them. But that was then. The only question is...what about now?

What to expect

  • Single Dad Romance
  • Second Chance Romance
  • Interracial Romance (BWWM)
  • Sizzling Sports Romance
Fast Break

Fast Break

Quinn & Ean's Story

Ean I had hoops dreams. I wanted to be like Mike, jump like Magic and soar like Dr. J. But a college injury grounded me. What I thought was game over, actually opened up a whole new world. Fast forward to now. I’m coaching some of the NBA’s best. They call me The Machine because I’m obsessed with stats and data, and my near-photographic memory means I remember every play. I see the court clearly. But I never saw her coming. Quinn Barrow stops me in my tracks. Pursuing my first championship, there’s been no time for love. I’m more than willing to chase her, but will she slow down long enough to be caught?

What to expect

  • He Falls First
  • Sizzling Sports Romance
  • Disability Representation
If last night was my only hit, she's a high I might chase for the rest of my life.
Long Shot
Block Shot
Hook Shot
Hoops Shorts
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Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09Y8C65Z7
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ (June 23, 2022)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 23, 2022
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3.6 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 216 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ B0B3P129XB
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 out of 5 stars 727 ratings

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Kennedy Ryan
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New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Kennedy Ryan writes for women from all walks of life, empowering them and placing them firmly at the center of each story and in charge of their own destinies. Kennedy and her writings have been featured in NPR, Entertainment Weekly, USA Today, Glamour, Cosmo, Ebony, TIME, and many others. The audio edition of her novel Reel received the prestigious Audie® Award, and her Skyland series is currently in development for television at Peacock. The co-founder of LIFT 4 Autism, an annual charitable book auction, Kennedy has a passion for raising Autism awareness. Dubbed "Queen of Hugs" by her readers, she is a wife to her "lifetime lover," and mother to an extraordinary son.

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Customers find the collection's stories hopeful and beautifully written, with one review noting the dual first-person narrative style. The romance is described as sizzling hawt, with one customer highlighting the perfect love between Quinn and Ean. Customers appreciate the heartwarming content, with one review mentioning healing through love, and another noting it's a fantastic addition to the Hoops series. The pacing receives positive feedback, with one customer describing it as "so dang real."

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16 customers mention "Story quality"16 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the stories in this collection, describing them as beautiful and emotional, with one customer highlighting the strong female characters.

"Quinn and Ean's story; Avery & Decker's story were beautiful!!! These stories really make me hopeful. Everyone deserves true love...." Read more

"...I loved Avery and Decks story. I remember them in the HOOPS full novels and the chemistry each charater spoke of them when they were present...." Read more

"...She had a lot happen to her. I also appreciated Quinn and Ean’s story especially considering Quinn has a disability and it’s usually glossed over in..." Read more

"...It was the resilience for me. Her and Ean’s story hit you right in the feels...." Read more

9 customers mention "Writing style"9 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the writing style of the book, describing it as beautifully written, with one customer noting it is written in dual first person POV and can be read as a standalone.

"...Their story was emotional, sexy sweet and one you won’t want to end...." Read more

"...Ryan's writing style captures the essence of the game and the emotions that come with it, making the reader feel deeply connected to the characters..." Read more

"Full Court Press Lyrical and poetic- 2 words you wouldn't think to connect with a sports romance, but that's what you get when Kennedy Ryan is..." Read more

"...I’m only going to review the new material. Written in dual first person POV. Good amount of sexy times for the length of the novella...." Read more

8 customers mention "Romance"8 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the romance in the collection, describing it as sizzling and hawt, with one customer highlighting the perfect love between Quinn and Ean.

"🛑SPOILERS🛑 ⭐️:4/5 What beautiful stories about two different couples who are both plunged with a past of grief and harm...." Read more

"...The attraction was palpable. But, time wasn’t on their side. Years later, Avery and Deck discover those feelings haven’t went away...." Read more

"...The woman knows how to write an incredible love story. With twists and turns and all the things thrown in...." Read more

"...Avery and Decker's story is a compelling second chance romance that will have leave your heart soaring and asking for more...." Read more

4 customers mention "Heartwarming"4 positive0 negative

Customers find the book heartwarming, with one customer noting its cathartic nature and another mentioning that everyone deserves true love.

"...These stories really make me hopeful. Everyone deserves true love. Happy Kennedy Ryan gave these characters their happy ending." Read more

"...Full Court Press was so much in the sorrow and it was good and cathartic as someone who also lives with depression, but Fast Break gave me the hope..." Read more

"...You get lots of heart and lots of heat." Read more

"Healing Through Love..." Read more

4 customers mention "Series content"4 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the series content, with one mentioning it's a fantastic addition to the Hoops series.

"...This short is a fantastic addition to the whole Hoops series. I highly recommend any book by Kennedy. Thank you so much for another great read!" Read more

"I love the entire Hoops series. This was a great quick read. I hate Banner and Jared the most. But I was so happy for Quinn in the end." Read more

"I LOVE LOVE LOVE these couples as much as I loved the rest of the series...." Read more

"This was a nice follow up to the hoops series. I'm glad Quinn found true love with Ean. She deserved it." Read more

3 customers mention "Pacing"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the pacing of the novella collection, with one customer noting its realism and another mentioning it has a happy ending.

"...They are so dang real and pull you in. I adored this whole series and this incredible novella!" Read more

"...Has a HEA and can be read as a standalone." Read more

"Kennedy Ryan’s stories have so much depth and substance...." Read more

Hoops Shorts - Kennedy Ryan
4 out of 5 stars
Hoops Shorts - Kennedy Ryan
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🌶️🌶️🌶️ 🏀 𝐅𝐔𝐋𝐋 𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐓 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐒 (formerly appeared in Hoops Holiday), which is Avery &Decker’s story. * Suicide * Journalist * Single dad * Basketball Romance * Second Chance Romance * Interracial Romance (BWWM) 𝐀𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐘 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐃𝐄𝐂𝐊𝐄𝐑 * Ughh I loved this novella so much! It was so good! I usually want more out of novellas but not this one. It had everything. There was the heavy topic of suicide throughout that was extremely touching &definitely relatable for those that have dealt with depressed or suicidal loved ones. But Avery &Decker’s love story made me melt. I loved every second of it. 🏀🏀 𝐅𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝐁𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐊, which is Quinn &Ean’s story. * Self harm * He falls first * Basketball romance * Disability representation 𝐐𝐔𝐈𝐍𝐍 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐄𝐀𝐍 * This was a sweet &spicy novella! This novella also carried the heavy topic of self harm &digging yourself out of depression. Ryan Kennedy does such an amazing job on these topics. I loved how hard Ean worked to show up &put in an effort for Quinn. Even when she wasn’t sure about him. The spice was spicing in the best way! * I’m so sad the series is over but so happy I read them! I highly recommend this entire series including these novellas!
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Top reviews from the United States

  • Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2025
    Quinn and Ean's story; Avery & Decker's story were beautiful!!! These stories really make me hopeful. Everyone deserves true love. Happy Kennedy Ryan gave these characters their happy ending.
  • Reviewed in the United States on November 30, 2022
    🛑SPOILERS🛑
    ⭐️:4/5

    What beautiful stories about two different couples who are both plunged with a past of grief and harm.

    I loved Avery and Decks story. I remember them in the HOOPS full novels and the chemistry each charater spoke of them when they were present. It was like you noticed it from the beginning.

    Getting a glimpse into there story and finding out about the ways in which they met, developed a relationship, and where they are now is beautiful.

    I felt for Avery and her past. I couldn't imagine what she was going through and the guilt. But, in the end she found happiness.

    As for Quinn and Ean, TALK ABOUT HOT!!

    They were a force from the beginning and specifically Quinn. I admired Kennedy representing disabilities and having an amputee as a heroine while respecting the community and doing research.

    Quinn's charater is a poster of drive and accomplishing so much. I was happy to see her happy and with Ean who treated her like a queen from the beginning to end.

    These were truly amazing stories that were short and got right to the point. Not to mention to see the men fall first was cute!

    Kennedy Ryan always writes beautiful stories so I knew I wasn't going to be let down 🤩!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2025
    It was nice to see the story of Deck & Avery. She had a lot happen to her. I also appreciated Quinn and Ean’s story especially considering Quinn has a disability and it’s usually glossed over in stories. Love that Kennedy Ryan had some spice for them too. Everybody gets to explode.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on July 29, 2022
    I’m amazed at the powerful punches these two novellas packed. Per usual, Kennedy Ryan delivered!

    Full-Court Press
    “I don’t look at Avery like she’s dessert, I look at her like she’s the main course.”

    From the moment they met via Deck only in a towel, I could feel the chemistry then. The attraction was palpable. But, time wasn’t on their side. Years later, Avery and Deck discover those feelings haven’t went away. Deck was ready to go all in. Understandably, Avery had hesitance in starting a new relationship but Deck was patient. I loved his willingness to wait and the way he truly cared for Avery and wanted more than a fling. Avery was full of grit and determination, you couldn’t help being inspired. Their story was emotional, sexy sweet and one you won’t want to end. And wow, just when you thought it couldn’t get better, you have Jacob Morgan and Mari narrating and they did a phenomenal job. They brought out all the emotions for a story you truly felt.

    Fast Break
    “She turns my head. She speeds my pulse. She makes me want to slow down.”

    Ok so I am a full on sucker for the “he falls first”! Ean was a dreamboat. I loved how was tenacious in going for what he wanted. From changing meetings last minute to flying out for a day, he was willing to go whatever it took to prove to Quinn he was the man for her. Quinn though, my gawd she was more than a survivor, she was straight up #goals. It was the resilience for me. Her and Ean’s story hit you right in the feels. It was a sizzling hawt romance that you will devour and have you wishing for more. Conner Crais and Andi Arndt just slayed the narration. They made the perfect Ean and Quinn.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2024
    "Hoops Shorts" by Kennedy Ryan is a collection of short stories that revolve around the world of basketball. Each story delves into different aspects of the sport, from the intense rivalries on the court to the personal struggles and triumphs of the players off the court. Ryan's writing style captures the essence of the game and the emotions that come with it, making the reader feel deeply connected to the characters and their journeys. Overall, "Hoops Shorts" stories reminded me of the “Hook Shot” storyline. I did however found Quinn story very interesting and would had enjoyed reading her journey more.
  • Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2025
    I did not read the main series and picked this up after seeing the heroine, Quinn with her prosthetic leg.

    The first story Full-Court Press is darker and follows sports journalist turned tv host, Avery as she struggles with her fiance's death. She has always felt an attraction to basketball athlete, MacKenzie "Mac" but his cockiness put her off and they went in different directions. He is now her guest co host and helps her to open up about her guilt and trauma of her fiance's depression and suicide.

    The second novella is about an older couple, coach Ean is forty and admires Quinn for her comeback after losing her leg. She is a success story called the Bionic Beauty as she travels the country giving motivational talks and promoting her book. Thirty eight year old Quinn and had a bad experience with love and pushed Ean away initially but his persistence and kindness convinces her to try. I liked the disability rep as she mentions the accommodations she requires in hotels and the consideration she needs on topics such as pregnancy.
  • Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2025
    I loved this short! It had me wanting more and hoping Kennedy would eventually create longer versions of these stories. This short is a fantastic addition to the whole Hoops series. I highly recommend any book by Kennedy. Thank you so much for another great read!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2024
    Oh how I wish these two couples had gotten a full book. But I will take literally anything Kennedy will give me!

    The woman knows how to write an incredible love story. With twists and turns and all the things thrown in. What I love the most about Kennedy is that her couples don't have third act conflicts. They don't fall prey to silly miscommunications. The plot is what gives her couples so much flavor. I leave every book wondering where she gets these incredible plots from. They are so dang real and pull you in.

    I adored this whole series and this incredible novella!

Top reviews from other countries

  • Ingrid Birch
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
    Reviewed in Canada on July 6, 2022
    Especially loved the strong women in both stories and the equally strong men that loved them unconditionally no matter the circumstances
  • Char
    2.0 out of 5 stars Great book, poor printing quality.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 2, 2024
    I love Kennedy Ryan's series and having read the first 3 books of the series, these shorts just tied up any loose ends in relation to some of the characters. However, the printing quality was very poor, I could have done a better job on my printer at home. Great novella collection, poor printing quality!
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    Char
    2.0 out of 5 stars
    Great book, poor printing quality.

    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 2, 2024
    I love Kennedy Ryan's series and having read the first 3 books of the series, these shorts just tied up any loose ends in relation to some of the characters. However, the printing quality was very poor, I could have done a better job on my printer at home. Great novella collection, poor printing quality!
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