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The Oddest Little Mistletoe Shop


Beth Good - 2017
     Rose Mistletoe runs her family's flower shop on Christmas Parade, and loves every minute of her job. So when the Parade comes under acquisition by a redevelopment company, Rose forms a protest group against the bid. But business tycoon Nick Grimsby is determined to make her sell up. His company is planning to knock down the parade of traditional shops and build a block of exclusive apartments instead. And it seems the sexy billionaire will go to any lengths to get her shop. As Christmas approaches and Nick dangles the proverbial mistletoe, can Rose resist his powerful allure? Given how gorgeous he looks in a tuxedo, the answer is probably no. But she's not going to make it easy for him! Because Rose has secret plans of her own ... Warning! This romcom novella contains jokes, oodles of romance, festive wreaths, mistletoe, holly, and a sprinkling of paper hats. Another quirky romcom in the popular 'Oddest Little Shop' series from Beth Good. Titles can be read in any order.

The Tea Dress Shop at Christmas


De-ann Black - 2012
    Findlay sets out to build a new life for herself in Glasgow, and opens a tea dress shop in the city centre.Is Gordan the man for Findlay, or perhaps McGarra? And will Christmas in Glasgow be everything she's wished for?

Christmas in New York


Holly Greene - 2016
     Grab a mug of hot chocolate, sit back and escape to New York this Christmas.... When Londoner Penny decides to visit her best friend Kate in New York for Christmas, the surprise appearance of a previous suitor sends her plans for a relaxing, carefree visit into complete disarray. When she and Mike last saw each other, the timing couldn't have been worse. But when Mike decides to show Penny the very best of what a snowy, festive, New York has to offer at Christmastime - resolving to make it a trip to remember - will she be able to resist his charms this time round?

Twelve Lords for Christmas: A Holiday Historical Romance Anthology


Anthea LawsonErica Taylor - 2021
    Paired up with his grandmother’s companion and charged with bringing Christmas to a lonely house, will he come to believe in himself—and love?The Mistletoe Trap - Eve PendleA spicy-hot story of a heroine with a flair for enterprising embroidery and a botanist single father hero. Can a scandal that compromises Amelia's reputation give their love a second chance?A Most Inconvenient Earl - Claire DelacroixWhen Eurydice Goodenham unexpectedly proposes a marriage of convenience to Sebastian Montgomery, Earl of Rockmorton, the notorious rake is intrigued. Sebastian soon realizes that the unpredictable Eurydice is the perfect match for him—but can he convince his skeptical bride to take a chance on love?The Lady's Guide to Mistletoe and Mayhem - Emmanuelle de MaupassantOn the run until she receives her inheritance, Ursula takes on the identity of an etiquette teacher and heads to Castle Dunrannoch to whip her 'young charge' into shape. But the long-lost heir is a whole lot more than she's bargained for!A Countess for Christmas - Anthea LawsonMiss Cecilia Fairfax dreads the upcoming holidays, especially when her brother brings home an unexpected guest. But of all the blessings of the season, sometimes the most unexpected is love.Miss Isabella Thaws a Frosty Lord - Larissa LyonsMistletoe kisses grant a blind heroine and a frosty hero a chance at happiness during a winter house party.Her Accidental Groom - Nadine MillardLady Natalia Soronsky and Lord Benjamin Strafford started out as enemies and ended up as co-conspirators in a faux betrothal. But the longer they continue the ruse, the more they start to wonder just how false their feelings are.Christmas Spirits - Jane CharlesWhen Benjamin Storm, Earl of Kenley, is sent to Scotland to procure a missing whisky shipment, he encounters the most unusual smuggler.Joy to the World - Nicole ZoltackUnbeknownst to Eliza Berkeley, the man she thought she was going to marry was not Stephen Huntington, the Duke of Wyndale. Will a match formed through deceit blossom into love this Christmas?To Fall for a Duke by Christmas - Sadie BosqueA reluctant duke and a charming commoner devise a plan to serve their own needs. A false relationship is supposed to be their salvation... Until love intervenes.What If I Still Love You - Erica TaylorAfter a failed elopement ten years earlier, Henry, Earl of Carrington, and Anna, the widowed Viscountess Rycroft, are reunited at his aunt’s Twelfth Night party. Can this star-crossed pair find their way back to each other?Christmas Promises - Brenda HiattWhen Lord Vandover leaves for London, he promises his grandmother he will return with a bride. Unfortunately, with each simpering debutante he meets he regrets that promise more—until he encounters the lovely Miss Holly Paxton.

Sea Holly and Mistletoe Kisses (A Little Hotel in Cornwall Book 3)


Laura Briggs - 2019
     Meanwhile, Maisie experiences the village Christmas season vicariously through Sidney, and continues writing her Poe-inspired story with only Sidney aware of her secret novel. She soon learns, however, that criticism and praise go hand in hand when he takes issue with her latest chapters, which puts pressure on their friendship, too. But is that what's really the issue between them? Because handsome Gavin has more than ice sculpting in mind when it comes to Maisie's time, which comes as a surprise to no one who's seen them together. As Maisie faces this sudden romantic dilemma, she realizes what she wants most in her life ... and faces a question of what her heart wants most, too.

Secret Santa


Amanda Tru - 2012
    After losing her job as a teacher, she finds herself broke, unemployed, and tricked into accepting a date from a department store Santa Claus. When new opportunities and new love interests present themselves, will Hailey choose a career and a man she's always admired, or will she wait for the identity of her Secret Santa to be revealed?

Christmas Beneath the Stars: A heartwarming festive read - Christmas movie adaptation coming in 2021! (Christmas Movie Novellas Book 2)


Melissa Hill - 2020
    

We Did This Once Before: A Novel


Lynne M. Spreen - 2021
    When her elderly mother invites her to move home to Florida, to the lush island of her childhood, Kim is tempted. She could spend time with Mom, start her dream business, and craft the perfect new life.On the other hand, Mom has a Masters in manipulation, and there’s a reason Kim fled to California in her youth. But she’s too mature and experienced now to fall into the same family drama.Telling herself it’ll all work out, Kim loads a rental trailer with her last few belongings and heads for Estero Island, hoping she isn't making a huge mistake.

Lola & The Man: A heartwarming and magical Christmas story.


Elise Darcy - 2019
    With the unexpected arrival of a puppy, Hugh’s life is about to change for the better. But just as he opens his door and his heart to new friendships at Christmas, a ghost from the past throws his festive holiday plans into turmoil. Erin is in hiding. Running away from a seemingly perfect life, her husband will move heaven and earth to find her. She knows she can’t stay in one place for long. As Christmas approaches she rediscovers life is worth living, house sitting an old cottage in the heart of a picture-postcard English village whose owner, an elderly lady, has secrets of her own. Finding solace in simple pleasures like reading a book in front of a warming log fire, taking walks in the snow, and browsing the stalls at the festive market, Erin is not looking for love. All she wants is to be on her own, but fate has other ideas. A chance encounter with a neighbour leads to a surprising friendship. He is patient and caring. She might just be falling for Hugh. But time is running out. Her past is catching up with her. Can she find the courage to stay? Or will she disappear once more knowing this time she must leave behind the man she is falling in love with? As the snow falls, something magical is about to happen which will change their lives in ways they could never have imagined…

My Christmas Bae In Jamaica: A Novella


Zarkia - 2019
    She was at the top of her game when the opportunity of a lifetime presented itself. Although Sanai was hesitant, she blindly embarked on a journey that would lead her straight to the beautiful island of Jamaica. Opportunities are endless, including love, but will Sanai take a chance? Take a ride with Sanai as she adjusts to life on the island while battling between what her heart needs and what her mind wants. Author Zarkia brings you this blazing African American Christmas novella, My Christmas Bae in the heart of Jamaica.

The Herb Woman


Hannah Miller - 2021
    

Faith & Family Christmas Collection (20 Book Box Set)


Emma Ashwood - 2021
    

The 13th Lighthouse


Jane O'Brien - 2015
    Alone, with no one to help or advise her, she must make funeral arrangements and then plan the next step for the direction of her life. While going through some papers and documents that her mother had always kept in a locked box, Belle discovers that her mother had been keeping secrets. Secrets that seemed to involve her daughter. Upon a chance encounter with a handsome attorney, who fills her romantic idea of the man of her dreams, Belle begins to see that it's time to take control of her life and live it the way she would like, and not necessarily the way her mother had planned. But first she has promised herself she would fulfill her mother's dream to visit the lighthouses along the Lake Michigan shore. As Belle travels the West Michigan shoreline, from Grand Haven heading north, she makes acquaintances along the way who will change the course of her life in surprising ways, and who open her eyes to possibilities of love. Book 1 of The Lighthouse Trilogy begins a series of genealogical twists and turns that you won't see coming. Suspense, romance, family lies, secrets, and mistrust, all come together in a surprising ending. A clean romance that will send sparks and passion through the characters and straight to your heart. One of Jane O'Brien's best!

Country Christmas Romance Complete Series (Box Set Sweet Clean Contemporary Romance Series Book 3)


Brenda Clemmons - 2019
    Tis the season! A soldier home from war, struggling to find her path in life … a marketing executive who loves Christmas but has lost touch with the reason for the season … a big-hearted rancher who stands to suddenly lose everything important in his life … they all need Christmas. And Christmas they shall find! Or is it Christmas that finds them as the spirit catches hold and sorrow turns to joy when the snows begin to fall?  The Complete Christmas holiday tales Sweet Western Romance collection in one boxed set!This New edition has been completely re-edited, revised, and revamped! Country Christmas Romance Complete Series Book 1. Home for Christmas GiftBook 2. Unexpected GiftBook 3. Sweet GiftBook 4. Diamond are a girls best giftBook 5. Surprise Gift Read all the book By Bestselling authors Brenda Clemmons Christmas Romance In Willow Springs SeriesBook 1: New Christmas Gift BellsBook 2: New Christmas DreamsBook 3: New Christmas BlessingsBook 4: New Christmas GiftSnowy Mountain SeriesBook 1: Juliana’s JourneyBook 2: Building Bailey’sBook 3: Patricia’s PatientBook 4: Hannah’s HandymanBook 5: Freeman’s FarmBook 6: Writing RomanceBook 7: Wendy’s Wild LoveBook 8: Jesse’s JewelBook 9: Cassie’s CauseDevoted In Montana A Sweet Western Romance SeriesBook 1 – Finding LoveBook 2 – Cooking Up LoveBook 3 – On Fire For LoveBook 4 – Growing LoveBook 5 – God’s Patient LoveBook 6 – Selfless LoveBook 7 – Faith and LoveBook 8 – Dangerous LoveBook 9 – Enduring LoveBook 10 –Stone LoveBook 11 – Inspired LoveBook 12 – Forgiveness Love Cartwright Wilderness Outfitters Book 1 Comfort EmbraceBook 2 The WitnessBook 3 Zach’s DilemmaBook 4 Yancey’s LuckBook 5 Seeking FaithBook 6 Tessa's HopeBook 7 To Love AgainBook 8 The Hunted Brenda Clemmons ’s Clean and Wholesome Contemporary Western Romance series is enjoyable for all ages.

OFF THE TABLE: Da Prequel


Nako - 2021