All Grayson wanted was a good woman. Luckily, they were both on Santa's "Nice" list. But if they don't quit ignoring the obvious and let Santa's magic work, they might never get together. Looks like Santa will have to dig deep into his bag to pull off this very special Christmas gift. This holiday season sweet-and-steamy short story will make you believe in Santa Claus—and true love.

    Being single in the city with a joke of a job gives her little to celebrate. Until a Sexy Santa takes over at Santa's Village where Joy takes the kids' photos. Nick is yummier than any Christmas cookie and naughtier than any elf on any shelf. All Nick want's to unwrap this Christmas is Joy because he wants her to be Santa's Baby.

    And she’s all I want this Christmas and beyond. It’s time to convince her to take a seat on Santa’s lap and find out if she’s been naughty or nice.If she doesn’t see the gift that she is, I’ll show her just how I intend to unwrap her...*This is a short story that's part of the Santa's Coming... series. Join sixteen of your favorite romance authors as they make all of your Christmas wishes come true! Put out the milk, he’ll take care of your cookie — it’s time to take a seat on Santa’s lap.*

    Tired of his condescending remarks, I decided that it was time to show him that he was wrong, so I put a plan into motion. I got a hold of my best friend, Erin, to set up a girl’s night out. My plan was to prove to myself––and Chad––that other men would still find me attractive. What I didn’t plan on was visiting the North Pole! Everyone thinks that Santa has short, little elves but I’m here to tell you that he doesn’t. His helpers all stand over six feet tall, wear Santa hats, and are more skilled than any man you’ll ever meet. (A MFMMMMMM Ménage.)

    With no room at the Inn, she is forced to accept his offer to stay with him. What had looked like a miserable holiday has every chance of becoming a sexy interlude that she will never forget. But when Eric turns out to be so much more. Can she turn a fun fling into something with true meaning?

    Except somehow I ended up in the dreaded Friend Zone and I’ve been stuck there ever since. But that’s all going to change. I know exactly what she needs and it isn’t a shoulder to cry on. What she doesn’t know is that she might know me as a nice guy who surprises her with lattes at work but behind closed doors I’m a different kind of bad — the kind of bad she secretly craves. And tonight, I’m going to get the girl who was born to be mine… and I plan to play dirty to win. Santa comes once a year … or does he? Join sixteen of your favorite romance author as they make all of your Christmas wishes come true! Put out the milk, he’ll take care of your cookie — it’s time to take seat on Santa’s lap.

    It didn't take long for me to realize giving up Noelle was the worst mistake I'd ever made. When I find out my parents are about to lose their Christmas tree farm, I know I have to go home and help. I haven't been back since the day I said goodbye to everything I knew and I'm not sure everyone in my little hometown will be happy to see me. Especially not Noelle. This Christmas, I may come back to save my family's farm, but I'm not leaving without making Noelle my bride. She might think we're ancient history, but I'm going to show her all we need to reignite our love is a little magic under the mistletoe.

    Something that begins with an O.My name is Livia,and I've been a good girl.But Santa's never brought me what I really want.Can you guess what O I'm talking about?I've never had one.No big O, no little O.No O at all.My parents even forgot to put an O on the front of my name.But this Christmas might be different...I might get what I've always wanted;A Not-So-Silent Night...Santa comes once a year … or does he? Join sixteen of your favorite romance authors as they make all of your Christmas wishes come true! Put out the milk, he’ll take care of your cookie — it’s time to take seat on Santa’s lap.

    The last thing I was expecting was that Santa could be so freaking hot! My ovaries went into overdrive as I watched this hunk of a man hold babies and bounce kids on his knee while they babbled on about all the gifts they wanted for Christmas. But what really captured my heart––and attention––was when I had to help pose a disabled girl on his lap. The instant my eyes landed on his huge package, I couldn’t look away! They say Santa only comes once a year but if I have my say in the matter, he’ll be coming over and over again. Oh, and did I mention his twin who’s equally as attractive? This might be the hottest Christmas ever!

     My boss is an a**hole. And a Scrooge. Despite his best attempts to dampen the holiday spirit around the office, I still want him. He takes charge in the office, and I can only imagine what he must be like in the bedroom. As the Christmas party gets underway, I’m dying to know if Santa’s gift will come early this year. Santa comes once a year … or does he? Join sixteen of your favorite romance authors as they make all of your Christmas wishes come true! Put out the milk, he’ll take care of your cookie — it’s time to take seat on Santa’s lap.

    . . no?Ginger Cole would rather do a lot of things than go back to her hometown of Snowdon for Christmas. She hates all things merry and bright, but she loves her mom, so she goes. When disaster strikes, it’s sure to prove Ginger right that the holidays really are the worst time of the year.But then she meets Nat King, town baker and her own personal knight in shining armor. Can his sugar and spice melt her cold indifference for December and make her see how hot the holidays can be? ---It’s the holiday season, and the Flirt Club authors have a flirty new short story collaboration to deck your halls. Meet the six scrooges of Snowdon, a quaint Massachusetts town that goes all out for the winter holidays. If only there was something (or someone . . .) that could melt these scrooges' holiday humbug and help them find something to love about the holidays. ;)Hang those stockings, trim that tree, and get your hot cocoa ready — the Sleeping With the Scrooge series releases December 4th!

     * * * All Aboard! This ride’s going down. Amelia’s got her heart set on the ranch next to her family’s ski resort. It’s the perfect gift to herself, something to call her very own. Damon’s home to help his parents shut down their ranch and retire to the desert. While he’s here he’s managing the horses for the mountain sleigh ride tours. When fate throws them together, sexy sparks fly sky high. Little do they know they are each other’s perfect Christmas present. Come along for the ride… it’s naughty and nice, with a little spice!

     I was not in the Christmas spirit, and thought nothing could make it worse until the Murphy twins walked through my door. Hot, arrogant, and extreme douche bags who had been nothing but jerks to me back in the day, I couldn’t handle their cocky attitudes as they flashed their cash around and acted like they owned the place. The had learned once that they couldn’t have me. But this time around things would be different. I thought I’d wake up Christmas morning with an empty stocking, but it ended up double stuffed. Santa comes once a year … or does he? Join sixteen of your favorite romance authors as they make all of your Christmas wishes come true! Put out the milk, he’ll take care of your cookie — it’s time to take seat on Santa’s lap.

    She was sugar, I was an effed up version of spice. I wasn’t good enough for her — but damn how I wanted her. Heartbreaking circumstances pulled us apart and it’s been years since I’ve seen her angelic face. But I could never forget her. She was my first kiss and I want her to be my last. When I come back in town, things have changed — she’s moved on. But I have one intention — prove to her I can be the mountain man she needs. I’m holding out for more than a Christmas miracle. I’m going to get myself a Christmas bride. Dear Reader, It’s time for Hunter to show Holly his candy cane … wanna lick? Xo, frankie #LickThis #DownHisChimney #SantasLap * * * Santa comes once a year … or does he? Join sixteen of your favorite romance author as they make all of your Christmas wishes come true! Put out the milk, he’ll take care of your cookie — it’s time to take seat on Santa’s lap.

    ANCIENT history. Sure, I've loved him since I was a kid, and we were high-school sweethearts. Whatever. He dumped me with no warning months ago, and I am completely over it -- and him. But breaking up with Caleb doesn't mean I broke up with his family. I've known them my whole life, and when they invite me for Thanksgiving, -- I know this is one of the few days of the year I won't be able to avoid Caleb. I should say no, but they're my family, too, damn it. I'll eat some turkey and pie, be civil to my ex, and hightail it home for some wine and Netflix -- and maybe a good cry in a hot bath. I can do this.How hard can it possibly be? ***** ** ****** This short story is part of the Second Helpings series, a Thanksgiving dinner-themed stand-alone series. Check out all the short, sexy and fun holiday stories by these eleven incredible and acclaimed authors: Sierra Hill, Frankie Love, Alexis Adaire, Tessa Blake, Olivia Hawthorne, Laney Powell, Vivian Ward, Derek Masters, Dori Lavelle, Sher Dillard and Tracy Lorraine.** Each book is a second-chance romance -- all guaranteed sweeter than sweet potato pie -- and dirtier than a sink full of dishes!*** After reading this series, you’ll never look at drumsticks or gravy in quite the same way again!***** ** ***** Note: This is the first story in The Caleb and Jen Trilogy...