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The Grump Who Stole Christmas


S. Doyle - 2021
    Mistletoe and family. Except my dad broke his leg hanging the family wreath. My brothers are at war over taking proper care of Dad. Oh, and I just found out our family business, the Kringle Inn, is failing!The last thing I need is this mysterious new guy, who runs the Kringle tree farm, interfering. He’s big, bearded and grumpy. He wears a lot of flannel and he does NOT like taking orders. Especially from me. We can’t agree on anything other than saving the business.Even if we have to kill each other doing it. Or kiss each other doing it…Because I might be falling for the guy.My name is Kristen, don’t call me Kris, Kringle and this is a Christmas Romance Emergency!

Kissmas Eve


M.E. Carter - 2016
    What he does love is sports, the thrill of a competition and the mysterious identity of the woman he’s been flirting with on the company messanger… Meg McClane loves everything about Christmas, from her festive Ugly Sweaters, down to her candy-cane striped toenails. But not everyone appreciates her holiday cheer; not her co-workers, not her bosses, and certainly not Adam Roberts—especially the night they get stranded in the elevators on their way to the company Christmas party…

Gloria


Jessica Lynch - 2019
    Growing up an only child, all she had was her grandmother. After Nana’s passing, Gloria thought she was the last one left in her family.Well, she is. Since Great Aunt Patti is dead and all.That’s okay. The nice lawyer who wrote her a letter assured Gloria that her great aunt lived a long, happy life in a small town that Gloria has never heard of. And now, as her next of kin, everything she owned belongs to Gloria.Including a house. Which sounds like a godsend to Gloria, who is eager to start her dream business and could use the extra cash.Only there’s a catch. Because of course there is. The house is hers—but only after she lives there for a year. One year in Hamlet and then Gloria will have enough money to follow her dream. Why not? It’ll give her time to work on her flavors. And it wasn’t like she had much going on for her in the city anyway.She’s moved in by Thanksgiving, ready to spend the holidays in her new home.So what if her new neighbor is the hottest guy she’s ever seen? Franklin is as grumpy as he is handsome, and he hates Christmas.Seriously.A year? Gloria will be lucky if she makes it to January. * Gloria is a small town Christmas romance set in Hamlet! It’s not explicitly part of the Hamlet series and for two reasons: the timeline and how different in tone it’s going to be compared to the other (darker, more suspenseful) books. Gloria will be a sweet, low-stakes, fluffy romance, similar to Hallmark Christmas movies, though it will feature characters and settings from the Hamlet books. You don't have to be familiar with those books to read this book—it's definitely a stand-alone—but it's also a bit of a prequel to that series, set a couple of years before the first Hamlet book Don't Trust Me.

Charm School Christmas Karma


Lynn Garcia Carmer - 2019
    One bad decision, years ago, and fate has made her pay ever since.Sebastian Jacobs never believed in destiny--until he met Ai.She's talented and guarded, with a soft streak a mile wide. He plans to wear down her defenses using wicked words and a little holiday magic.If she agrees to a date, his plans go beyond one night--his plans last a lifetime.

A (kinda) Country Christmas


Krista Phillips - 2015
    Owner of Bethlehem's Boutique in the tourist mountain town of Gatlinburg, TN, she has no room for the bad boys of her past and devotes her whole life to the struggling boutique and her teenage daughter, Maribelle. She's perfectly happy with her country-living life until he walks into her store. Nate Myers travels the globe for his job and has the bank account to prove his success. The former "bad" boy is in town for a short visit with his sister and is determined to not get caught up in all the Christmas hype. But then he falls for the beautiful shopkeeper—quite literally. Will these two (sorta) opposites be able to find a happily-ever-after together?

Taffy (Sweet Curves #7)


Megan Wade - 2020
    It’s chewy, stretchy, and a little salty. And it’s what I have in my mouth during my first lip lock with a man twice my age. It’s sudden. It’s unexpected. It changes my world in the most amazing way.You see, Troy Dante isn’t just anyone. He’s the man who lives next door, and he’s also my best friend’s father.He had her young, but still, this is going to create some waves.But the heart wants what the heart wants, right?And I think I want to be my best friend’s stepmom…Warning: this quick read contains over-the-top declarations, undeclared insta-love and molten hot moments between a younger curvy girl and the hot single dad next door.

Christmas Wishes and Mistletoe Kisses


Jenny Hale - 2015
    Single mother Abbey Fuller loves her family more than anything, and doesn’t regret for a moment having had to put her dreams of being an interior designer on hold. But with her son, Max, growing up, when a friend recommends her for a small design job she jumps at the chance. How hard can it be? Nick Sinclair needs his house decorated in time for his family’s festive visit – and money is no object. What he doesn’t need is to be distracted from his multi-million dollar business – even if it is Christmas. When Abbey pulls up to the huge Sinclair mansion, she has a feeling she might be out of her depth. And when she meets the gorgeous, brooding Nicholas Sinclair, she knows that she’s in real trouble… With the snow falling all around, can Abbey take the chance to make her dreams of being a designer come true? And can she help Nick to finally enjoy the magic of Christmas?

Lost & Found in Copper Ridge


Harlow James - 2021
    But he also became Santa’s helper as he opened me up to more fun and adventure than I ever thought possible.The magic of Copper Ridge cast a spell over us for those ten days, and then one question remained when our time was up…Did we find love just like Jack and Diane did all those years ago? Or were we both still lost after our stay in Copper Ridge?

Cole


Tess Oliver - 2015
    Tattooed. Cocky. Seductive. Has bad boy Cole King finally met his match—a woman who will spin his entire world around? What starts as a simple bet soon becomes so much more. Introducing Book 1 of Tess Oliver's hot new series FMX Bros—A spin-off to the bestselling Custom Culture series. Cole King lives the bachelor's dream life. He runs the family construction company and spends his free time in Southern California riding freestyle motocross with his two friends, Denver and Rodeo. Being the son of legendary rock star, Nicky King, Cole has always followed in his dad's footsteps, bouncing from girl to girl and never really stopping to fall in love. But when Rodeo bets Cole that he can't land a date with his neighbor, Kensington Modante, heiress to the Modante Winery, he accepts the challenge. Cole soon discovers that win or lose, it's a bet that will turn his heart upside down. Kensington "Kensie" Modante has never been able to find the man that can win and keep her heart. She's decided she just doesn't need a man to stir up her contented, albeit slightly dull life where she spends most of her time helping her dad run his winery and riding horses. When Kensie meets Cole King he is just interesting and hot enough to give romance another try. But has she risked her heart for another chance at love or disappointment? *This special, new release edition includes Cole (approx. 50,000 words) PLUS the full bonus novel Strangely Normal (approx. 65,000 words)* Contains adult content. Intended for readers 18+

The Christmas Gamble


Sienna Ciles - 2017
    Winner take all. My prize... Him. Being stranded at the airport was the last thing I wanted. Flights cancelled. Rooms booked. The only thing I had was a suitcase, the bar and the hot stranger sitting next to me. Dean Pearson was hot, confident with a side of cockiness and filthy rich. The perfect cocktail to forget my woes and also celebrate delaying a trip to see my family. A few drinks later and the stakes were higher than I could ever imagine. Would I be willing to bet it all at the chance for a prize of a lifetime at Christmas? The Christmas Gamble is hotter than a yule log and guaranteed to melt snow and bring a heat to your holiday like never before.

Once Upon a Wish-mas


Laura Barnard
    She’s warned he’s a strict control freak, but she’s sure she can soften him up.Barclay Rothchester lost his wife three years ago. Of course he’s never going to find someone to replace her role, the one she did so perfectly. He’s sure its not going to be hippy dippy Ruby with her sass and rebellious ways.Ruby is determined to give his daughters the Christmas they deserve. Now if only she can tolerate their father long enough to make that happen. Are they both willing to put their stubborn pride aside, or will they risk losing the one gift that can't be wrapped: each other.

Wild


Colet Abedi - 2018
    Fresh out of college, I have a coveted intern position at the biggest movie studio in Hollywood, and probably the only virgin left in tinsel town. One night, I decided to take fate into my own hands. I was going to lose my innocence to a sexy stranger. He thought I was being mysterious when I told him my name was Wild. He thought I was just another starry eyed girl looking for a ticket to the shinier life. He thought wrong. And what are the odds I would ever see him again? I should have taken that bet because who would have guessed my sexy stranger was Jamie freaking Donovan. Mr. Hollywood himself. Things were about to get a whole lot wilder….

Rough Hand


Olivia Chase - 2016
     LEVI I’m no good for her. And she’s probably no good for me, either. But hell if I don’t find myself wanting her right now. My c*ck is slamming against my zipper at the thought of thrusting my tongue in her mouth, swallowing her moans… She’s so pure that I can almost see the glow of white around her. I’m too wicked, too dirty to touch her. But there’s something about the way I can feel her emotions pouring from her, like she’s a broken dam spilling over, that makes my chest tight. No one has ever made me feel this way. Like she could slide under my skin and see all of me with her own innocent vulnerability. Like I could be in real danger of losing my self-control, the walls that have protected me well for my whole life. I can’t let her break me apart, not when I’ve worked so hard, so long, to keep myself glued together. To be strong and impenetrable. No, I’ll just keep my distance. Surely that won’t be a problem. Even if she does live right across the street from my shop. ALEXA I’ve never had this feeling before, this burning need to be around someone as much as I can. When we touch, I want to keep on touching. When he’s inside me, our limbs tangled together, our sweat-slicked bodies connected in the most intimate way possible, I feel like I’ve found my other half. Yeah, I’m falling for him. Head over heels, all the clichés. I’m falling hard for Levi, and he’s working just as hard to keep himself from being vulnerable with me. Does this make me a fool, or can I even hope that he might start to open up to me? He’s so scared to open up to anyone. So scared to dig into the things that hurt him in his past. I just want to help him be happy. If only he’d drop all his walls and talk to me, he could let it go and move on. Will I ever be happy with Levi? Right or wrong, I need more. I need more, but the problem is, walking away from Levi makes me feel like I’ll end up with nothing at all…

My Fake Christmas Fiancé


Julie Kriss - 2020
    I know we had to get engaged as part of our companies’ merger plans, but a fake engagement is all I’ll agree to. For business purposes. We are never, ever getting married.We have nothing in common. I’m the nerdy do-gooder girl with glasses and you’re the playboy with a new woman on his arm every week. I’m not your type, and you’re not mine.Okay, so you’re incredibly gorgeous. And funny. And you keep giving me That Look. And you’ve ditched all your other girlfriends for me. And I’ve seen you in nothing but your boxer shorts, and I’m still thinking about it. Because…wow.We have to be married by midnight Christmas Eve, and the deadline is getting closer. It doesn’t matter if you might be my dream guy. It doesn’t matter if I’m falling for you—it’s just a business deal.We are never, ever—Oh God, I just kissed you again.

Yours at Yuletide


Josephine Blake - 2019
     Charlotte Wilson is in her very last semester of college. Distractions are completely out of the question, which is what makes everything about Oliver Hull a very bad idea. The local firefighter is so far out of Charlotte's league that he should be classified as a different species. Handsome, charming, and dangerously persistent, Oliver is everything Charlotte cannot handle right now. The small town of Unity Springs is overflowing with Christmas Spirit, and Oliver's work at the fire station is keeping him more than busy. Then along comes Charlotte Wilson, and Oliver's aspirations fall to the wayside in his pursuit of just. One. More. Kiss. When tragedy strikes, Oliver and Charlotte's budding relationship is put to an unexpected test. Why does Charlotte keep running away from everything that makes her heart glow? Love and happiness are within her grasp. Is she strong enough to reach out and take it? ︵‿︵‿୨♡୧‿︵‿︵ There’s always something happening in a town as small as Unity Springs. Immerse yourself in a snowy wonderland filled with love and laughter this holiday season as Bestselling Author, JOSEPHINE BLAKE, crafts a BRAND NEW SERIES that will steal your heart and warm your soul. Love in Unity Springs, Book Two, SECOND-CHANCE SANTA arrives on December 20th, 2019.