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Java Frost


Courtney Hunt - 2016
    He spends all his time in his lab, searching for a cure, and avoiding contact with people. Growing up as a child prodigy, he’s never been good with relationships, but now he’s suddenly responsible for his young daughter, Livvy. At a loss for how to relate to the solemn, quiet child, he knows he needs help fast.At just turned thirty, preschool teacher Amy Lane wants to travel over her summer break. Though she’s up for any adventure, she needs a part-time job to fund her wanderlust. Unfortunately, part-time jobs are scarce in the quaint and charming town of Ashford Falls.When Ben observes Livvy interacting so easily with her teacher during a chance encounter at the coffeeshop, he hires Miss Amy on the spot to teach him how to have fun with his daughter. But when he becomes smitten with the lively teacher who brightens the gray January days, will he learn how to have fun and fall in love all at the same time? Java Frost is the first book in the heartwarming Cupid’s Coffeeshop series, featuring an entire year of couples finding their happily-ever-afters in the quaint and adorable small town of Ashford Falls, nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. If you enjoyed Gilmore Girls, Parenthood, or Hart of Dixie, you’ll love Courtney Hunt’s charming Cupid’s Coffeeshop series, filled to the brim with warmth, humor, and a dash of the unexpected.Step into Cupid’s Coffeeshop where happily ever afters are served daily. Treat yourself to Java Frost today!Publisher's Note: Java Frost is a romance novella (approximately 67 pages) and contains some mature content. Recommended for readers over 18.

Picture Perfect


Alessandra Thomas - 2013
    After two years of runway modeling for easy cash, an accident shattered her lower leg bone and her self-esteem in just one swift fall. Ten months of no exercise, prescription steroids, comfort eating and yoga pants meant returning to campus as a size twelve instead of her former size two. When her gorgeous long-time friend with benefits sees her for the first time after her accident and snubs her in front of all her friends, Cat’s self-image hits rock bottom. Her sorority sisters all insist that she looks gorgeous, but all Cat sees is the roll of her stomach when she sits down, or the dimpling at the back of her thighs that wasn't there last year. Cat’s therapist prescribes something radical to stop the downward spiral - nude modeling for a nearby college's human form drawing classes. When Cat faces her fears and bares it all for the class, she realizes that she's posing naked in front the most gorgeous, buffest guy she's ever seen in her life. He asks her out after the class, and after one steamy night together, Cat's absolutely smitten.Nate’s pretty close to perfect – he takes Cat rock climbing when he discovers that it makes her feel strong and becomes a great chef after he learns that the perfect pesto sauce makes her swoon. Cat starts to feel like her old self again - confident and beautiful - as long as Nate's around. Even when he discourages her from entering the Real Woman Project, a design competition for plus-sized apparel, she reasons that he's just trying to prevent old body image wounds from splitting wide open again.But when Cat goes home with Nate for Thanksgiving, she discovers something shocking from his recent past that proves that he hasn’t always been so encouraging of women of all shapes and sizes. Cat has no idea what to think, but she does know one thing - this might destroy their relationship before it's even had a chance to get off the ground. Before Cat can figure out whether the real Nate is the sensitive, adoring guy she fell in love with, or an undercover asshole, she'll have to finally feel comfortable in her own skin - even if it means leaving him forever.(This book contains sex and adult language.)

Unforgettable Christmas - Gifts of Love (The Unforgettables Book 3)


Mimi BarbourLeanne Banks - 2017
    Created by the same bestselling, award-winning authors who brought you the popular Unforgettable Romances and Unforgettable Heroes, this festive bargain boxed set will bring the joy of Christmas to your heart. Grab your favorite Kindle e-reader and cozy up with these amazingly romantic tales that are guaranteed to be… UNFORGETTABLE. Mimi Barbour – Can love bloom when SHE'S NOT YOU? Donna Fasano – Sometimes AN ALMOST PERFECT CHRISTMAS is the best you can hope for. Mona Risk – What could be more exciting than having TWO LOVES FOR CHRISTMAS? Patrice Wilton – Snuggle up and KISS ME SANTA. Nikki Lynn Barrett - And for the high-spirited animal lovers, WE WISH YOU A FERRET CHRISTMAS. Dani Haviland – For KIT KRINGLE: AN ALASKAN TALE, romance was not part of her plan. Traci Hall – SANTA, BABY… hurry down the chimney tonight. Susan Jean Ricci – Celebrate a holiday surprise in CHRISTMAS WITH NIAGARA. Leanne Banks – They find happily-ever-after during CHRISTMAS IN MISTLETOE.

Hotter Than Ever


Linda Cousine - 2012
    Follow along as unconventional Lexi Taylor navigates the minefield that is menopause in this fast-paced fun spin on aging. She had it all ... and lost it in a hot flash.Lexi Taylor had the picture perfect life--fame, fortune, beauty, and a loving family. But Lexi's hit the big five-o and now everything has changed. In one year, she's managed to lose her husband, her figure, her friends … and she just might have lost her mind. After her second incarceration for acts committed while in the throes of menopausal madness, a family intervention convinces Lexi she needs some professional help, and she checks herself into Sunnyvale Sanitarium, Home for the Mostly Menopausal, for a ninety-day stay. With the help of an army of doctors and one very therapeutic nun, Lexi manages to reclaim her sanity, her self-respect, her sex-drive, and learn the true purpose of her colorful life. The Middle-Aged Hottie series: HOTTER THAN EVER (Book 1) TOO HOT TO HOLD (Book 2) HOT TO TROT (Book 3)

The Crossroads Series Bundle: Vol. 2,


Melanie Shawn - 2015
    Her designer lingerie career was moving forward, but her heart stayed in the same place it had for years...hopelessly in love with the single father across the street. Former wild boy turned responsible adoring father, Eddie Thomas always made sure that his little girl Emily was his top priority. Being a single father meant sacrificing his wants and needs for that of his little girl, and that meant sacrificing his want and need for Haley...no matter how tempting. Will the oldest of the Sloan girls finally be able to break through to the heart of the man who has had hers prisoner for years? Will this single father finally realize that accepting his love for Haley may be just what his little girl needs? One choice. Three lives. All tempting. Crazy Love – Krista & Chase Krista Sloan is a feisty redhead with a heart of gold. As a physical therapist she gives 110%. But behind closed doors she still hasn't been able to heal her own heart since it was shattered ten years ago, by the only man she's ever loved. Chase Malone always had a love for music, and it showed in the way the sexy Adonis commanded the stage at all of his sold out concerts. But his rock star status is hollow without his first true love. Every night he sings to packed arenas, he sings to her, remembering the love they shared and the night he had to leave her and his tortured past. When an emergency calls Chase back to Harper's Crossing, will he be able to find his place again in the heart of the woman that sheltered him all those years ago? Will Krista be able to open her heart again to the one man who owned her mind, body, and soul? They'll have to risk it all for their Crazy Love. Actually Love – Jessie & Zach Real or fake. As VP of public relations for SPC, the beautiful and talented Jessie Sloan knew the difference. The order and control she had in her life was real. Love was fake and she didn't have time for fake. Sexy, sculpted boxing champ Zach Courtland had his share of losses in life, but inside the ring, he knew nothing but wins. He was used to taking and landing punches, but little did he know he was about to get the knockout of his life. After circumstances force these two strangers to live together, they must become a fake couple and real roommates. Will Jessie and Zach still know the difference between real and fake, winning and losing? Or will they surrender to the idea that this may be Actually Love. Fairytale Love – Becca & Brian We're just friends... Fair and beautiful Becca Sloan was used to saying this...and it was true. The youngest of Harper's Crossing's Quad Squad, she knew she could always rely on her best friend, the sexy and charming Brian Scott When both Becca and Brian are cast in a dating reality show to find love elsewhere, it becomes clear that they may have already found it. With cameras rolling, they'll have to decide if they should protect their friendship and live un-happily ever after with someone else--or trust in their bond and live happily ever after with each other in a Fairytale Love. My Love – Bobby & Sophie As the youngest of the Sloan boys, Bobby never said much. But when it came to wife Sophie, he was always quick to express his love and devotion. Sophie's lovable, animated soul complemented his strong, silent demeanor perfectly. Together, Sophie and Bobby were a match made in heaven. Their uncomplicated marriage was full love, trust, and unconditional support.

Snowed In at the Archive


Ellie Thornton - 2020
    Property Attorney Mila Thomas will do anything to save three beloved buildings in her hometown—even ask Alec for help.Agent Alec Delaney had no intention of coming back to Granite Springs, but when he realizes the danger Mila’s in, he had to come.And . . . he wanted to come back. A kiss lingers between them—one he wouldn’t mind recreating. But Mila’s not going to let that happen.Things between them grow complicated when they get snowed in together at an old church building that doubles as the county archive over Christmas.With only 48 hours to find the information they need to save the buildings, snow piling up outside, untold dangers around every corner, and a buzzing attraction growing between them, Alec and Mila will need a Christmas miracle to get their happily ever.An enemies to lovers Christmas romance that will leave you swooning for more mistletoe and holly.

Blue Penguin Bay Box Set: Blue Penguin Bay Books 1-3


Serenity Woods - 2017
     Book 1: As Deep as the Ocean When Mac asks Fred to marry him, he tells her it’s strictly business, just a way to access her father’s inheritance so they can save the vineyard. But what happens when they fall in love? Book 2: As Beautiful as the Bay Sam has come home to Blue Penguin Bay to help his father in the family bakery. He longs to escape, and when a freak storm hits the bay, it gives him the perfect opportunity. If only he hadn’t fallen in love with sexy chef Ginger… Book 3: As Timeless as the Sea Sandi is certain that lawyer Jace is hiding something. The only way to keep her heart safe is to end their fling now. But when you share a love as timeless as the sea, there’s always hope for a happy ending.

Nightfall


L.H. Cosway - 2012
    None of them, however, have anything on the handsome stranger who comes in one night and helps her fend off an armed robber. He looks the thief directly in the eye and without confrontation convinces him to turn around and walk out the door.Tegan has never seen anything like it, nor does she understand why he then lays those mesmerising eyes on her and tells her to forget they ever met. She shrugs it off as just another weird night shift encounter, until the following evening when her best friend produces free passes to a new club in the city. Tegan agrees to go and is pleasantly surprised by the tasteful, classy décor and oddly beautiful, intensely ethereal clientele. To her surprise, her mysterious stranger is sitting smack dab in the VIP section. What are the chances?!Tegan is struck by the coincidence of bumping into him again so soon, while he is furious that she remembers him when he insisted she forget their meeting. Tegan has no idea that she’s taken a misstep into a whole new world inhabited by vampires, slayers, dhampirs, witches and warlocks. All of whom display a wholly disconcerting interest in what makes her unique from the rest of the clueless humans who populate the city. On top of this, her handsome stranger keeps turning up at her work and seems intent on getting to know her a whole lot better.Nightfall is book one in L.H. Cosway’s Blood Magic Series. A previous, unedited version of this story was published under the title Tegan’s Blood.

Ransom


Rachel Schurig - 2014
    She’ll go to class, alone. She won’t speak or make eye contact. She’ll spend her entire day doing her best to go completely unnoticed. That’s what life is like for Daisy now—an endless cycle of loneliness and fear. A life lived hiding behind the walls she so faithfully maintains. Then she sees it. A magazine, left behind in class. A simple picture—just his face. And it changes everything. It’s been a year since she’s seen Daltrey Ransome. A year since he and his brothers left town to pursue their dreams of rock and roll superstardom. A year since he left Daisy behind—left her to watch as everything she knew crumbled around her. She’s been running from Daltrey ever since, desperate to keep her secret.But she can’t run anymore. And now that Daltrey has found her—the girl he’s loved his entire life, the girl he’d give up everything for—he’s determined never to let her go again.**The first book in a brand new series from USA Today bestselling author Rachel Schurig. This New Adult Contemporary Romance novel is a complete story with no cliffhanger.**

The Loch Lannick Series


Hannah Ellis - 2020
    You'll be hooked on these wonderfully warm characters in no time!Book one: Coming Home to the LochWhat happens when you meet the right person, at the right time, in the wrong place?Twenty-two-year-old Leana Mackenzie is looking for adventure. Full of excitement, she leaves her home in a remote Scottish village and heads for the bright city lights. In Edinburgh she meets Alasdair – a cute and charming singer/songwriter. As their relationship develops everything feels perfect. But as the sparkle of her new life begins to fade, Leana finds herself longing for her cosy home on the Isle of Skye, and the close-knit family she left behind. When Alasdair is offered the career opportunity of a lifetime, Leana is left even more confused. Now, she must choose between a high-flying life as the girlfriend of a celebrity – or returning home to her safe, predictable life.Home is where the heart is … but what happens when the heart is pulled in two different directions?Book two: The Castle by the LochSometimes the road to happiness is longer than we’d like …At fourteen, Isla Mackenzie has her life all planned out. She’s going to be an artist and marry her best friend, Logan.Logan Donnell also has a plan. When he grows up he’s going to join his dad’s business and marry his best friend, Isla.By the time they’re eighteen, the two of them are inseparable. The future looks bright. Everything feels perfect.But when tragedy strikes, fate sets the pair on a different course. While circumstances keep Logan and Isla apart, their bond is not so easily broken. The course of true love might not run smoothly but a bumpy road can still take you exactly where you’re supposed to be …Book three: Fireworks Over the LochA sleepy Scottish village is about to be woken up …With her boyfriend moving to her hometown of Lannick, Leana Mackenzie is floating on cloud nine. All she needs now is for them to find a home of their own. Alasdair’s lack of interest in house-hunting soon has her worried.For Isla and Logan, moving in together is the logical next step in their relationship. Neither of them expects living under the same roof to be so challenging. If they can’t find a way to make it work how can they possibly have a future together?Single-mother Elspeth is ecstatic about moving out of her parents’ house. When she agrees to a temporary housemate she’s comforted by the friendship that grows. But are her feelings purely platonic, or is romance in the air?As the year draws to a close, Alasdair organises a celebration that will rock the quiet village of Lannick. The New Year’s party brings everyone together for a night to remember. But when midnight strikes, the fireworks bursting over the loch aren’t the only sparks flying …Download this gorgeous collection today!

All Access


Karolyn James - 2013
    He's mysterious, nice, and even though he says the right things at the right time, Jess can sense that there's something hidden about him.*As Johnnie sits across from the beautiful woman, he can't believe she doesn't recognize him. Everyone does. It comes with the territory when you're the lead singer of one of the hottest bands in the world, Chasing Cross. With one more show to go before taking a small break in touring, it feels like luck is on Johnnie's side. That is, if he can find a way to tell Jess who he is, without scaring her off.*After her best friend begs her to come to a concert, Jess finds herself standing in the middle of a crowd. The lights are off, music begins, and the crowd erupts in cheers. She doesn't know much about the band, but that's all about to change. When the lights come on, Jess can't believe her eyes. The lead singer of the band is the man from the café.*Plucked from the crowd during the show, Jess makes her way backstage. The encore may have ended on stage, but the real show is just about to begin. Johnnie's passion quickly turns to romance but the more time he and Jess spend together, the more things get complicated. Johnnie has a big decision to make about himself and the band, testing his loyalty and love for the music, and when Jess's dreams start to come true, she starts to realize that true love exists, but it's not always an easy path to take.

Forbidden Men and Curvy Girls: A Romance Boxset


Julie Scarlet - 2020
    

Ryder


Chantal Fernando - 2013
    His band ‘Morning Alliance,’ has just gotten signed, and are now touring with one of the most popular bands in the world. When he meets Lexi Raine, the timing couldn’t have been worse. But like they say, love finds you when you aren’t looking for it. The stunning blonde manages to turn his world upside down, through the fierce connection they share. When Ryder is given the choice between the past and present, he is forced to choose between his career, and a woman he has felt something for like no other. Will he make the right choice? Or spend the rest of his life living with regret? Lexi is all alone in the world, besides her best friend and partner in crime Tee. After traveling around the world, drifting from place to place, she tries to settle down in Perth, the place she grew up in. When she meets Ryder, he seems almost too good to be true. What happens when she finds out that when things seem too good to be true, they usually are?

Coming Home


Laurie Breton - 2012
    Eighteen-year-old aspiring songwriter Casey Bradley is four weeks away from marrying her childhood sweetheart when Danny blows into her life and turns it upside down.Three days after they meet, Casey leaves behind everything and everyone she’s ever known to marry this charismatic man and follow his dreams. Together with laid-back guitarist Rob MacKenzie, Casey writes the songs that catapult her husband to a fame beyond their wildest imaginings. But it's not all glitz and glamour. The road to success is loaded with land mines, and every time Danny breaks her heart, it’s Rob who picks her up, dusts her off, and sets her back on her feet.It's not until an unimaginable tragedy occurs that Casey begins to question who she is and what she really wants from life. In the process, she discovers that the choices you make at thirty may differ vastly from those you made at eighteen.Fall into the book that readers have called "heartfelt," "poignant," and "brilliant."

30 Days


K. Larsen - 2013
    Dealing with the loss of her only sister. A suicide attempt that doesn’t end in death and a husband who wants her inheritance. Elle’s life is a catastrophe. But she has a list and thirty things she’s determined to accomplish. Love isn't on that list but it comes crashing unexpectedly into her life. Boxing coach and personal trainer at the gym he co-owns, Colin’s content with his life. Until a chance meeting with a woman eating alone at a restaurant sets his heart in motion. As secrets unveil themselves his only goal becomes holding on to what he’s found.