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Some Kind of Wonderful
Beth Ciotta - 2013
After high school, each went out into the world in search of adventure. Maya moved to Florida to explore her passion for baking and pastry-making, eventually establishing her own business: Cupcakes & Dreamscapes. Zach joined the military and became a Marine Scout Sniper. Now, after years apart, they’re both going home for the holidays. They don’t seem to have much in common anymore. In fact, Zach seems to have the hots for Maya’s business partner. But when the two get stranded together during a blizzard, they are forced to reexamine their connection. Are Maya and Zach better off “just friends”—just as they were when they were young? Or could it be that true love was there all along?Look for Anything But Love—available now!—from St. Martin’s Paperbacks.
Christmas in Pine Ridge
Holly Stevenson - 2018
. . will a little Hope and a Christmas miracle mend their troubled hearts?Hope Sullivan’s popular yoga channel leads her to teach at an exclusive mountain resort in Pine Ridge, Colorado. Her goal is to help others relax, but when she’s confronted by a stalker during class, the situation is more than just uncomfortable—it’s dangerous. Before Hope can call security, a handsome stranger defuses the situation by pretending to be her bodyguard boyfriend.As a former Marine, Owen Davis is used to rescuing others. But in his effort to help Hope, he signs himself up for a week of work on his vacation. Scarred by the trauma of his life and convinced he’s a broken man, he tries to keep her at arm’s length to protect her from the demons of his past.As the lines between real and pretend begin to blur, their growing attraction for each other is undeniable—but can they overcome his broken past and her guarded heart? It just might take a Christmas miracle . . . and a little bit of Hope.**This title was previously published as Hope for Christmas.
Never Ever After (Quotable Romance Book 2)
Lucy McConnell - 2017
Meet Beau Mckay, Atlanta’s blockbuster actor and self-proclaimed player. He’s known for his tough-guy roles and cleft chin but there’s more to Beau than a pretty face and taut muscles as Cindy Knight is about to find out. In an effort to save her family’s production studio, Cindy makes a bold move and sneaks in to Beau’s house party to deliver the script she wrote. Beau rescues her from a group of good ol’ boys up to no good who throw Cindy into the pool before being kicked out of the party. Through a series of mishaps, amazing kisses, and an incident with a stuffed bear, the two find an everlasting connection. However, Beau must rise up to the best inside himself and Cindy has to redefine her vision of family or they’ll never find their ever after.
Rewriting Christmas (Finding Love)
Jennifer Youngblood - 2018
She has no intention of going home this Christmas but then gets the extraordinary opportunity to meet with an elusive author about adapting a worldwide bestselling book into a play. The only snag? The meeting is to take place in Kinsley's home town over the Christmas break.Kinsley never expects to come face-to-face with Gunner the minute she gets home, and she certainly doesn't anticipate slipping on ice and taking him with her where she finds herself gazing like an idiot into his piercing blue eyes. No way is Kinsley going to fall for him again! Gunner broke her heart and she swears she'll never forgive him!Will Kinsley obtain her lifelong goal of writing a play for Broadway, or will she end up rewriting her heart instead?
Falling for Sydney
Heather B. Moore - 2016
Moore: FALLING FOR SYDNEY Sydney has been the perfect friend, the perfect daughter, and Rian checks off on her perfect fiancé list. But when Sydney notices a strange truck parked in her fiancé’s parking spot, she’s in for the surprise of her life. Not only is Rian not who she thought he was, but his brother Jake is about to turn her life upside down. Other books in the FALLING SERIES: Falling for Sydney Falling for Maria (coming February 2017) Falling for June (coming Summer 2017)
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?
Love by Christmas
Sarah Gay - 2018
She takes a chance and kisses him, only to be rejected. The universe mocks her pain by making him her room mom. Garrett Macey, fire captain at Park City Fire Department, receives bad news and loses his cool in his daughter’s school parking lot. When a pretty teacher calls him out on his unbecoming behavior, he is pulled in by her charm, but with his heart ripped to shreds, the only thing he has to offer his daughter’s teacher is his time as her volunteer. When a little old lady shows up at Garrett’s fire station with a Christmas wish for him to find love by Christmas, Garrett wants to believe that Christmas magic is real. With renewed faith, he reaches out to Maci Bell, hoping he hasn’t lost his chance with her. Will Christmas magic bring love to the fire captain by Christmas? Other books in the series: Her Christmas Miracle by Daniel Banner Snowed-In for Christmas by Cami Checketts Married by Christmas by Taylor Hart Engaged by Christmas by Sarah Gay Yours by Christmas by Jennifer Youngblood
Christmas Cookies and Kissing Bridge - The Four Book Set
Linda West - 2016
The inhabitants of Kissing Bridge are adorable. I wish I could give it 10 stars!”S.Stevens - Kindle Good BooksIncludes the first four best selling books of Christmas on Kissing Bridge Mountain. Includes, Christmas Kisses and Cookies, Valentine Wishes and Holiday Kisses, Chocolate Kisses and Heartfelt Wishes and Firework Kisses and Summertime wishes. They all take place in magical Kissing Bridge Mountain. All the books are stand alone love novels about a different woman trying to find love against all odds. It is also suitable for young adults and Christians. Sure to make you light up with Christmas spirit!! Look for the Christmas Kisses and Cookies Complete Box Set coming soon. It features a box Set of all 6 books that weaves all your favorite characters together at the end - due out in October 2017 . “Within a matter of pages I was laughing my socks off and immediately fell in love with the slightly crazy Summer … Linda West has such a knack for the humorous side of characters … Her writing style is so upbeat and unique and most of all inspirational!!! I hope to see more of these characters I’ve come to love - can’t wait to see what happens next in the adorable town of Kissing Bridge!”Debbie Dragna"Funny, unique and charming! I laughed out loud! I want to move to Kissing Bridge and live in their world. I loved both the first two in the series but this might be the best yet!!!!" Cheryl Patchett "I have become a huge fan of Linda West! I LOVE her books! This one did not disappoint! I hope the Kissing Bridge series never ends! Just ordered the newest one Firework Kisses and Summertime Wishes. Can't wait to read it!”BeachluverI read this book in 24 hours. It was great getting to know all the characters. You will not be able to stop reading this book! Diane Price This is the set of four books that are laugh out loud funny and clean wholesome love stories! By popular demand we have put them all together!
5.0 out of 5 starsWhat a great book
I started this book at 8:30 one night and finished it at 1:00 the next afternoon. It was a book I just could not put down. Can not wait to read the next book in this series.
Published 21 days ago by Deena Folsom
5.0 out of 5 starsTasty
Fabulously tasty book. I really enjoyed this book. From beginning to end it was smashing. Christmas miracles really do come true.
Published 1 month ago by SNOWFLAKE SNOWFLAKE
The series starts when Summer Landers, superstar model, finds herself called back to her hometown of Kissing Bridge Mountain. Once she gets home to the holiday crazy town she gets swept up into the manic cookie contest and the need to defend her family's long time legacy. Once there she runs into her long time love and must deal with the hilarious consequences of their past.THE COMPLETE SET OF KISSING BRIDGE COMEDY LOVE STORIESThese books will make you smile!
Hope for Christmas
Rachelle J. Christensen - 2016
Christensen is part of the Christmas Kisses: Echo Ridge Anthology. Read the bonus sneak peek of the newest Echo Ridge addition included! Anika Fletcher hates Christmas--its promises of good tidings and hope for the future are as tinseled as the ornaments on Kenworth's Hope Tree. Despite her feelings, Anika wants to maintain her daughter's faith in the magic of the season and gladly accepts a second job working with the handsome Carlos Rodriguez to restore Kenworth's old fashioned soda fountain. Carlos is no stranger to hard times and slowly shares his life of light and joy with Anika as they work together. Just as her fragile soul begins to feel hope again, an ill-timed act of charity changes everything. Anika isn't sure who she can trust or if hope is worth nurturing--especially at Christmas when it's easy to enjoy a kiss and believe love can last longer than the season.
Waiting Under the Mistletoe
Elsie James - 2020
She’s a Christmas miracle, but she’s also his best friends little sister. Can he earn her trust or will he be left waiting under the mistletoe?NoelSpending my time indulging in all things Christmas brings joy to my world.I never thought I’d move back to my small town, but an offer to turn my blog into a holiday baking show is one I can’t refuse.When my older brother’s best friend turns out to be the production manager, all is merry and bright.He’s tall, handsome, and I want to deck his halls.But can I learn to trust him?NickAfter losing my mom, I’ve always been a bit of a grinch during the holidays.But producing a holiday baking show means playing Santa and hiring new talent.When my best friend’s little sister finds her way onto my lap, I’m sure to be on the naughty list.Noel is curvy, sexy, and makes me believe in holiday magic.But can I convince her that my love is real or will she leave me waiting under the mistletoe?
Romance at the Christmas Tree Lot
Marcia Lynn McClure - 2014
The fact that this tall, dark, and handsome Christmas tree shopper was at the lot to buy a Christmas tree for his grandparents was endearing enough on its own. But add to it the fact that he’d paid enough attention to his grandma’s Christmas ornaments to know she liked Radko ornaments was just too adorable! When Craig had called her over to help a new customer, Mayvee hadn’t expected to see a guy so classically handsome that he looked like he’d stepped straight out of Hollywood’s Silver Screen era. But at the same time, he was more rugged-looking than any truly manly-man she’d ever seen.
Snowbound
Christine Sterling - 2019
Chelsea Tory needs is to be snowbound with the man she’s in love with, especially since he doesn’t seem to notice. However, she took an oath to help the sick, so when he needs a doctor for his sick mother, she goes home with him knowing she’s going to end up trapped. Brawny Winters loves the beautiful doctor. But if he can’t stand to look at himself since the accident that scarred him, how can he expect Chelsea to? It’s even worse: now she has to help with his sick mother and becomes snowbound at their home. To save her reputation, he has to marry her. Can they both overcome their misunderstandings? Can Chelsea heal her love's heart? Can Brawny see past his own scars to heal the ones he’s causing Chelsea? Or is their love destined to be Snowbound for all eternity?***This is a companion tale to the popular Silverpines series. It is an opportunity to visit the Silverpines Community with additional stories.You can join the Silverpines Reader's Group by visiting https://www.facebook.com/groups/silve...Read all of Christine's Black Hill Brides Romances:1. Her Secret Past2. Her Secret Baby3. Her Secret Shame4. Her Secret Love5. Her Secret HusbandRead all of Christine's Silverpines Romances:1. Wanted: Medicine Man2. The Coffin Maker3. Wanted: Gravedigger4. Snowbound5. Wanted: RedemptionRead all of Christine's Proxy Bride Romances:1. A Bride for Jeremiah2. A Bride for ElijahRead all of Christine's Pinkerton Matchmaker Romances:1. The Pinkerton Matchmaker2. An Agent for Claudette3. An Agent for PenelopeRead all of Christine's Holiday Romances1. Wynter's Bride2. A Cozy Mitten Christmas
Stealing Christmas (Magical Matchmaker #0)
Amanda Adams - 2016
This Christmas, she's determined to get what she's always wanted...Zach Steal's heart. Zach: Billionaire. Biker. Bad boy. That's what they call me. Everyone assumes they know what I want in a woman. They're wrong. Bethany Riley is beautiful, curved in all the right places, and those hot-for-teacher glasses make me want to go back to school. But she's got a ring on her finger and I know she's a good girl. A soft, sweet, naive woman who'll take one look at my tattoos and leather and run... Bethany: My job is stressing me out, my engagement is a joke, and I can't stop thinking about a man I can't have. Zach Steal. Tall, dark and handsome? Check. But he's taking my boss, Alexa, to the office Christmas party. It's time for a change. With a little help from a mysterious, magical matchmaker and one smoking hot red dress, this Christmas, I'm going to steal Zach's heart. Warning: Jingle bells and mistletoe… This adorable holiday quickie is gonna make your heart hurt in all the right places. This naughty office romance will make you laugh, cry and want to throw things. If you want to see the nice girl turn naughty and take on a bad boy biker who likes to be the boss in bed, then do what you’re told and read this book! HEA guaranteed.
Rescued for Christmas
Tamie Dearen - 2020
But everything goes wrong when she gets lost on the back roads of Montana in a snowstorm. Just her luck, her rental car hits a patch of ice and skids off the road. She’s praying she can survive the night inside her car, when a man appears at her window. A man who looks exactly like her book hero!Country music star Max McCoy hasn’t sung since his wife died. He stays on his ranch and takes care of his nine-year-old daughter. He’s isolated and he likes it that way. Until a magazine article names him "one of the country’s most eligible bachelors” and reveals the location of his ranch. Now crazed females keep showing up at his door, hoping to snag a husband.When Max finds one of those intrusive fans stranded on his private road in the middle of a snowstorm, he has no choice but to offer her shelter. He’s shocked when Amy doesn't seem recognize him. Could it be true, or is it all an act? Soon, Amy wins his daughter’s heart, but Max’s heart is completely dead. Or is it?Will Max open himself to love again? Does he really know Amy well enough to trust her?Amy’s agent has already bought her a ring. Will she settle for a safe relationship or take a chance on a man she’s only known for a week?“If you like Hallmark movies, you’ll love this sweet Christmas romance from USA Today bestselling author Tamie Dearen.”Grab your copy now!
Christmas to the Max A Return to Welcome Novel
Bonnie Edwards - 2020
(Return to Welcome)Max Whyte moves to Welcome WA to live closer to his daughters after their mother remarries. He wants to fix up an old home, settle into his new position at an IT firm, and try not to think about turning forty alone.Burned by a single mother in the past, he vows not to get tangled with another woman with children. When he saves the life of a small boy, he finds himself tangled in more ways than he could imagine.When the boy’s mother turns out to be the perfect person to do his renovations, Max has trouble keeping his personal feelings out of their employer/employee relationship.Kaylin Simpson has returned to Welcome to give her boys the kind of home she wanted as a child. She needs a fresh, stable start and wants to run her own business. Her three-year-old twins keep her hopping, but after she finishes the renovations for Max, she hopes to have her life well in hand.Max is drawn to Kaylin and her adorable twin boys. Her wit and feisty spirit pull at his heartstrings until he realizes being a stepfather is never what he wanted.Christmas in Welcome can be a time to heal and move forward and Max and Kaylin must set aside their old hurts to allow love to blossom.