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When her best friend is killed in a tragic home fire, Shannon takes temporary charge of her daughter until family can be located. If things had been different, Shannon would keep Kayla until she grows up, but being with family is better. Shane Remington arrives in Rocky Point to assess the situation. He knows nothing about children nor traditional family life and had never even met his ten year old niece. As soon as possible he'll have her in a boarding school and resume his carefree bachelor life. Once Shannon learns of Shane's plans, she's horrified. The only other choice Shane gives is ...

When Faith Stewart begins life anew after a life-threatening illness, she's determined be the best nurse she can be in her new town. After a failed engagement, romance is the last thing on her mind. Tate Johnson had it all until tragedy struck. He returned home to rebuild his life and find solace in old friends and familiar places. Falling in love again isn’t even on the horizon. No matter the best laid plans of man, if the Lord directs his path differently, he’d best follow it. Despite the past, are Tate and Faith ready to step out in faith and follow God’s plan? If you like sweet, ...

When Kalli Bonotelli inherits a working cattle ranch in Wyoming, it’s like a dream come true. One little problem— other than a few summers visiting her uncle as a teenager, she hasn't a clue how to run a ranch. She’s a nurse, not a cowgirl. Neighboring rancher Trace Longford reluctantly agrees to teach Kalli the ins and outs of ranching in exchange for giving him first chance to buy the land if she gives up. He's sure she can't possibly learn enough in the time allowed, so it’s a guaranteed win-win for him. If only he can keep his mind on their lessons and not on kissing. Kalli ...

Cache McKendrick can't believe the petite, blonde is qualified to care for his ranch stock--she's too young, too inexperienced, too pretty. But when she proves her worth, he's intrigued. Still this cowboy's been burned once so a pretty, vivacious, fun-loving, temporary vet isn't going to budge his stand against relationships. Holly Murphy's made it clear—in six months she's moving on. Her goals haven't changed in a decade, nothing will stand in the way of achieving them now–a partnership in her family’s horse farm in Kentucky. Can two people with firm beliefs discover that when life ...

Savannah Adams is a witness to an alarming murder-- and her own life is now in danger! She's placed under the U.S. Marshals' protection with Mike Black, a rugged cowboy with family ties to the Wyoming ranch she's staying at. But despite the frigid streams and unending cowboys, sparks fly when this Miami beach bunny meets her gun-toting guardian! Will they be able to turn their mutual attraction into something more? Or will their differences keep them apart? Find out as Savannah and Mike fall into a whirlwind love affair while evading danger in this sweet romance. Get your copy today.

An unexpected reunion at Thanksgiving changes a growing relationship when an old flame shows up just when Juliana has hopes for a future with Matt. A sweet romantic short story. Get your copy today!

Betrayed by her dead husband Shannon's sworn off cowboys forever! Except – she needs someone to teach her the ins and out of ranching until she can operate the ranch on her own. Her choice? An injured rodeo cowboy who's only there until he's fit again. Jase Hart's a man living for the moment--following his dream on the rodeo circuit. When he's temporarily sidelined by a few broken bones and cracked ribs, he throws in with Bobby Blackstone's widow to bring her up to speed on running a cattle ranch. They both know he's there only until he's well enough to compete again. Yet when the ranch ...

When Brianna's home is broken into, her office ransacked and her car looted the last person she wanted to see is Detective Jake Morgan, the man who broke her heart two years ago. Jake Morgan responds to a routine B&E. To his surprise, it's the home of the woman he walked away from two years ago. Breaking up with Brianna had been the hardest thing he'd ever done. Now, nothing adds up—not who's stalking her, nor why she's still single. He'll do his best to find the stalker—he'd do that for any citizen. But when the chips are down, will he lay his heart on the line for a woman he never ...

Allie Turner volunteers at the VA hospital where she loves to talk about her life in her small town of Rocky Point. When she spots an abandoned dog on the side of the road, her new mission is to save a dog and share her adventure with the convalescing soldiers. Jack didn’t interact with Allie when he was at the VA Hospital, but her enthusiasm for her home town spurred him to seek out that small town as the best place to finish healing from battle. Allie recognizes one of her soldiers and tries to involve him in her save a dog mission. To his astonishment, her entreaties lure him in. Jack ...

Shattered when her fiancé walked away the night before their wedding, it’s taken Marcie Winter a long time to pick up the pieces and move on.When Zack returns unexpectedly, he says his priorities have changed. It’s time to quit racing and put down roots. Zack wants to convince Marcie to give him a second chance. A strong argument needs to be made for Marcie to take a chance with this charming man again. Dare she believe he’s back to stay?If you love sweet, small town, reunion romances, you’ll love Rocky Point Reunion. Read your copy today!

Annie Tolliver is happy as can be living in Lamberton, Montana. Once she had the chance to marry but it meant leaving Lamberton. Love didn’t prove strong enough. Doctors Without Borders Nick Keller’s back in the States for Christmas. When he begins to explore the small town his cousin lives in, he’s charmed with the activities, the people and one very special person. Getting involved wasn’t the plan for either Annie or Nick, but sometimes things happen for a reason. Can a stay-at-home woman give up everything to follow a foot-loose man to the ends of the earth? If you like sweet ...

Left at the altar, veterinarian Jennifer moves a thousand miles away from the heartache and embarrassment. She’ll focus on her new practice, make a few friends and forget about trusting her heart again. Cole Martin was furious when he discovers his fiancée is seeing other men. Once burned, twice shy. When Cole and Jennifer meet, it’s like at first sight. But can this relationship forge ahead with all the heartache lingering from the past? If you like love at first sight romances, you’ll love The Cowboy’s Special Christmas. Download your copy today

Tough homicide detective Jake Morgan was a bah, humbug kind of guy. Getting injured in the line of duty wasn’t the worst thing that could have happened to him–no, it was being assigned as the police department’s Christmas Cop while he recovers. He wasn’t one to bring any feel-good feelings with kids. He had no idea what kids wanted for Christmas. And he sure to goodness didn’t want to be paired with a pink-hair, do-gooder who looked more like a kid herself than a software engineer. When Shea O’Reilly is paired up with the man most likely to win the exact-opposite-of-Christmas-...

Gillian Parker hopes for a fresh start when she inherits a house from a woman she never met. Everything seems to be going fine until a series of events threatens her safety. Joe Kincaid doesn’t trust his new neighbor—especially when another claimant arrives to take possession of the house. He refuses to let down his guard no matter how interested he's becoming in Gillian. Trust like love takes time to build. Can these two become more than neighbors? Or will the past and present be too much to overcome? If you like sweet, small town, inspirational romances, you’ll love Rocky Point ...

Practical Molly Spencer has high hopes for her career even though she secretly daydreams of being whisked away by a romantic cowboy. When the mysterious and alluring Tell Harden shows up, Molly's captivated by his devil-may-care attitude. She's tempted to join him in his carefree adventures, if only for a brief moment. He offers her an opportunity to let go of her ambitions—for a little while—to enjoy life with reckless abandon. Despite the risk of getting her heart broken, Molly agrees. What follows are days filled with impromptu fun and memories they would cherish forever—that is ...

I was certain that I'd never lay eyes on Chloe again, yet there she is, a stone's throw away. Though protocol demands that I continue my speech with the president, all I want to do is dash across the lawn and explain myself to her. Would hearing what I have to say be enough to win her forgiveness? Or did my betrayal ten years ago kill all hope for us to be together again? If you enjoy second chance at love stories, you’ll love The Unforgettable Sheikh. Download your copy today and be swept away with romance.

Wrongly convicted for a crime she didn't commit, Abby Martin is freed after years in prison shattered her world. How can she pick up the pieces to begin again? She has no family, no friends. The only offer of help comes from the very man who prosecuted her. When Ethan Cooper learns he’s committed a prosecutor's worst nightmare–the conviction of an innocent woman—he’s horrified. He fights to obtain her release, fully aware his actions ruined her life and made the task of starting over impossible. He’s determined to find a way to make amends. How can Abby trust this man? Because of ...

Success can be exhausting. Most people would love to have the problem facing Amanda, a wildly popular country singer. All she wants is a quiet place to regroup for the summer. But even the best laid plans have a fly in the ointment--in her case it's the cowboy next door. Mac Mackenzie is furious when he discovers a certain property has been sold to a stranger. That one acre used to be part of his family's ranch and he wants it back. But no matter what he offers, Amanda refuses to sell. As the summer progresses, Mac changes tactics. The only problem is it becomes hard to tell if he’s ...

Julianna Dawson is the definition of a 21st century woman. Though that doesn't stop her from leaving her prestigious career in Manhattan and agreeing to be a mail order bride to an unknown cowboy in Wyoming. Though she loved her job, this is her best chance for a family, for the life she dreamed of having. There simply isn't an alternative. Rancher Blake Reynolds can't believe his luck when his last-ditch gamble pays off. He only receives one response to his bride-wanted ad, but it's enough if they can make things work--and if he wants to keep his ranch, he will make it happen. Can Blake ...

Kelly Evans’ first encounter with bossy, opinionated, know-it-all cowboy Kit Lockford really rankles. She’s sure all Mr. Bossy needs is some retraining–and she just might be the one for the job. Despite his vow to stay away from entanglements, Kit can’t resist the sweetest woman he’s ever met. He tries to push her away with bad behavior, but she’s sure there’s a better man inside him. Can there be something to what she says about his disability—that it’s a part of him and doesn’t need to be a barrier between them? If you enjoy stories about opposites finding their way to...