"A cozy affirmation for introverts and homebodies about loss, love, and being enough." —Abby Jimenez, author of Yours Truly She found the right guy at the dead wrong time . . .When thirty-year-old post-double-mastectomy BRCA1 carrier and reluctant thrill-seeker Alison Mullally arrives at her ex-boyfriend Sam’s funeral to discover that no one knows he dumped her, she agrees to play the grieving girlfriend over the holidays for the sake of the family. Little did she know this would mean packing up Sam's apartment with his prickly best friend, Adam Berg. After all, it'll only take four weekends . . . But Adam doesn’t want Alison anywhere near him. Forced to spend long hours with the grump and his monosyllabic demeanor, Alison decides to put her people-pleasing abilities to the test. She will make him like her. And after awkward family affairs, snowy mishaps, and packing up dilemmas, the two form a tenuous friendship . . . if "friendship" means incredible chemistry and sexual tension. Can Alison come clean and finally embrace the life and love she's always wanted? Or will her little white lie get in the way of her new, unexpected romance? Read more

A new holiday-inspired novel from the “master” (Booklist) of Christmas fiction, New York Times bestselling author Richard Paul Evans. Read more

Merriment, mistletoe, and murder await in the third installment of the Scottish Isle mystery series, perfect for fans of Sheila Connolly and Joanne Fluke.Sea Isle, Scotland, is magical during the holiday season, and Dr. Emilia McRoy can’t wait to enjoy everything her village has to offer. But when the lead singer of a famous band is murdered in the village, just as they were about to launch a world tour, her holiday instantly comes to a halt.As the band’s future hangs in the balance, Emilia discovers that the victim was working on new music that has since disappeared. Were these new lyrics worth killing for? And if so, who is the culprit? It seems more than one person wanted this music star dead. Shockingly, beloved Constable Ewan Campbell becomes the prime suspect in the investigation, putting a damper on the town’s festivities.With an ever-growing list of suspects, Emilia will need all the help she can get to figure out who is framing poor Ewan. Between a secret Santa that wants her dead, stalkers, and killer holiday celebrations, Emilia must see the devil in the details and discover the truth before it’s too late. Read more

It’s Christmas Eve and Stella Hansen is broke.She is so broke that despite working two jobs, she can’t even afford a present for her husband on their first Christmas as man and wife. But then a mysterious storekeeper at a pawn shop offers Stella an intriguing trade.Stella wants more than anything to buy her husband the Christmas gift of his dreams. But will it come at a terrible price?The Gift is a gripping Christmas-themed thrilling short story inspired by the classic O. Henry tale, The Gift of the Magi. Read more

It’s Christmas Eve and Stella Hansen is broke.She is so broke that despite working two jobs, she can’t even afford a present for her husband on their first Christmas as man and wife. But then a mysterious storekeeper at a pawn shop offers Stella an intriguing trade.Stella wants more than anything to buy her husband the Christmas gift of his dreams. But will it come at a terrible price?The Gift is a gripping Christmas-themed thrilling short story inspired by the classic O. Henry tale, The Gift of the Magi. Read more

It’s Christmas Eve and Stella Hansen is broke. She is so broke that despite working two jobs, she can’t even afford a present for her husband on their first Christmas as man and wife. But then a mysterious storekeeper at a pawn shop offers Stella an intriguing trade. Stella wants more than anything to buy her husband the Christmas gift of his dreams. But will it come at a terrible price? Read more

*NOW AN AMAZON TOP 60 BESTSELLER*She was looking for quiet.She found them instead.Starlight Grove needs a new Lighthouse Keeper and Olive Autumn Harvest needs a fresh start. Preferably one with as much solitude as possible. So, her new job and isolated ocean cottage is perfect—except for the eccentric, meddling townspeople, and the cat who’s adopted her.When the town wins a grant for lighthouse restoration, Olive is forced to let the contractors into her space…a company comprised of three hot alphas:Easton, her golden retriever stalker.Lars, the steady, protective viking.And Finn, who’s hiding a pain that matches her own.Suddenly, these guys are everywhere—and they’re completely unfazed by Olive’s prickly personality as they try to care for her, protect her, and court her.But everyone in this relationship is holding on to secrets… and it might not just be the lighthouse that needs restoration.A Pack for Autumn is a standalone MFMM why choose small town romance. It is part of the Cozyverse shared universe, bringing you cozy omegaverse full of heart, heat, and humor. Read more

**OPRAH'S BOOK CLUB PICK 2024****NEW YORK TIMES BOOK CLUB PICK 2024**NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE STARRING CILLIAN MURPHYA New York Times Bestseller • Shortlisted for the 2022 Booker Prize • Winner of the Orwell Prize for Political FictionOne of the New York Times's 100 Best Books of the 21st Century"A hypnotic and electrifying Irish tale that transcends country, transcends time." —Lily King, New York Times bestselling author of Writers & LoversSmall Things Like These is award-winning author Claire Keegan's landmark new novel, a tale of one man's courage and a remarkable portrait of love and familyIt is 1985 in a small Irish town. During the weeks leading up to Christmas, Bill Furlong, a coal merchant and family man faces into his busiest season. Early one morning, while delivering an order to the local convent, Bill makes a discovery which forces him to confront both his past and the complicit silences of a town controlled by the church.An international bestseller, Small Things Like These is a deeply affecting story of hope, quiet heroism, and empathy from one of our most critically lauded and iconic writers. Read more

She’s resigned to being single.They’re on a mission to change her mind.Ivy Noelle Winter is content with being a 31-year-old unbonded omega with no prospects of a pack. She adores teaching fifth grade, she has wonderful friends — and that baking show marathon isn’t going to watch itself.Until a snowstorm and power outage traps Ivy in her classroom after hours…with three men.Rome, the new alpha music teacher.James, the flirtatious beta vet he’s bonded to.And Logan, the town’s grumpy alpha electrician.Their scents call to Ivy and her body answers, setting off her first-ever mini heat. When the pheromones settle, she gets a proposition beyond her wildest dreams — a chance to be a pack.But there’s no such thing as a perfect courtship, especially when the biggest roadblock to happiness might be Ivy herself.A Pack for Winter is a standalone MMFM why choose small town romance. It is part of the Cozyverse shared universe, bringing you cozy omegaverse full of heart, heat and humor. Read more

Chris Gardner has a good life in New Orleans. He owns a club in the French Quarter, has a wonderful crew of people who call it home, loyal, caring friends, and even gets his kid fix by helping to take care of his chef’s daughter. What he doesn’t have is that special someone to share his days and nights with. He thought he did, once upon a time, but that man left to find fame and fortune, became a rockstar, and never returned. And that’s fine. Life isn’t a fairy tale. Now if only he could find a band to play music in his club at night, that would be a Christmas miracle.Dawson West had to leave to see if his dreams could become reality, but what he didn’t count on was that once he had the world at his feet, he’d miss the man who’d held him tight. Between the endless climb toward greatness and the pitfalls of addiction, Dawson lost himself for a while, but that doesn’t mean he stopped loving Chris. Not wanting his love to see him broken, he makes certain he’s clean and sober when he finally comes home. Going radio silent while becoming the man Chris deserves seemed like a good idea at the time, but now…Now, Chris has a problem. Dawson is back, out of the blue, and if Chris lets him return to rocking his club, is that an invitation for his heart as well? How can Chris ever trust again, even if it is the season?Once Upon a Christmas Song is a part of the multi-author series Once Upon a Holiday Story. Each book can be listened to as a standalone and in any order. What links these books together is The Hook’s Book Nook Traveling Library, a library on wheels owned by two old ladies in love. Read more

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I let a silver fox billionaire slip a ring on my finger for Easter weekend.His secret- he needed a fake fiancée.He flashed a rock worth more than my life for pretending to be his fiancée for one little holiday.He’s hot, loaded, and needs to show up at his family's Easter weekend with a fiancée.What could possibly go wrong?Sharing a bed in his family's estate, I tell myself it’s an act.But his mouth on mine doesn’t lie. His hands don’t lie.His hard body against mine makes me quiver in pleasure.His muscular stomach, his hips rocking back and forth against mine.That’s a bit too real.We lie to everyone.But it’s the truth that scares me.I’m not pretending anymore.And when he says “I’m his”—I want to be.We’re wrapped in Easter lies, family drama, and wedding plans.Then his ex shows up, and their LONG KISS turns heads.I wonder…Is this Easter miracle going to end with a happily ever after,Or will I end up alone while he plays Easter Bunny with someone else? Read more

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, especially for a comic book illustrator whose late-night naughty fantasies become real in a festive and spicy short story by bestselling author Alexis Daria.All Evie Cruz wants for Christmas is a nap. And maybe some ornaments for her naked Christmas tree. And while she’s making a list, she wouldn’t mind unwrapping her sexy upstairs neighbor like a present. Luckily, the building’s Santa-themed party and a surprise sprig of mistletoe give her just the opening she needs to make all her wishes come true.Alexis Daria’s Only Santas in the Building is part of Under the Mistletoe, a collection of sexy December romances to warm the cold winter nights. They can be read or listened to in one swoony sitting. Read more

In New York Times bestselling author Jude Deveraux’s charming Christmas enovella, originally featured in the hit holiday anthology Simple Gifts, a young widow finds that miracles really do come in the least expected packages.Beautiful Karen Lawrence doesn't put much trust in men—particularly her playboy boss, MacAllister Taggert. Though she can't see a future with him, Kate has a secret yearning to have a child before her biological clock expires—and she finds no other worthy sperm donor candidate with excellent physical, mental, and health qualities than her boss. When she's discovered snooping in her boss's office one evening, Karen suddenly becomes an object of attraction for MacAllister. Expecting to get fired, she is surprised to be propositioned to pose as a MacAllister's fiancée and to escort him to his cousin's wedding, in return for anything she wants—even a baby. As Karen spends time more with MacAllister and his family, she finds herself falling for him. Can she trust herself to open up to anothe man, or is Karen setting herself up for downfall? Read more

I kissed my billionaire boss to survive, now I’m stuck pretending to be his fake fiancée for ChristmasI’ve spent a lifetime blending in, making myself invisible,But it all changes the night I blend straight into the unwanted role of eye witness to a cold-blooded murder on the rooftop of my boss’ building.Before I can scream large hands grab me, spinning me around.“Kiss me or die,” he growls.I meet the cool blue eyes of my smoking hot boss- Emmet O’Hara.It’s a no-brainer, right? What he doesn’t warn me about?The kiss will come at a price: a fake engagement, my innocence and a forced Christmas at his family’s Ireland estate.My vow to never let a man control me shutters the instant Emmet touches me—I’m powerless against him.His family is like the one I’ve always wanted, and I see the way he looks at me.Yet I don’t belong in his dark Irish Mafia world, certainly not when I’m about to become a mother.My only choice is to escape. But I ran right into the arms of an enemy,And now I need him to save me…again.Readers Note: This is a STANDALONE angsty, spicy, Dark Irish Mafia Holiday Romance that will leave you breathless. Read more

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘The chemistry, the tension, the banter. The SPICE? Perfection.’‘Such a fun, spicy read with a great blend of heart and heat, all wrapped up in a fake-dating pact that had me giggling! Dom was a top candidate for my next book boyfriend.’ Emma Lucy, bestselling author of Live, Ranch, LoveFake-dating has never been so hot.Celebrity news anchor Olivia’s live-streamed marriage proposal ends in public humiliation — her almost-fiancé Rex says no.Desperate to escape, Liv flees to Hawaii. Stunning sunsets and ocean views will help her plan her next move. Only to find Rex there too . . . with his new girlfriend!And when Liv locks herself out of her rental, wearing nothing but red lacy underwear, she knows things definitely can go from bad to worse.Until she’s rescued by gorgeous and mysterious surfer, Dom, who looks like he’s walked straight out of the ocean and into Liv’s fantasies!Their not-so-meet-cute turns out to be the perfect solution to get back at Rex — a fake date. The plan is foolproof. Dom needs a distraction. Liv needs revenge.But the more Liv and Dom fake it, the more the kisses start to feel a little too real — and in paradise, playing pretend has never been so tempting . . .TROPES:❤️ Spicy Romance 🌶🌶🌶🌶❤️ Friends-to-lovers❤️ Fake-dating❤️ Cinnamon roll hero❤️ Forced proximity❤️ Opposites attract❤️ Holiday romanceWith sizzling chemistry and spicy tropical nights, this swoonworthy rom-com is perfect for fans of Hannah Grace, Susie Tate, Carrie Elks, Emma Lucy, Laurie Gilmore, Emily Henry and Bal Khabra.Readers are already falling for The Best Wrong Move:‘LOVED IT! That ending — genius!’ Bestselling author Rachael Stewart‘If you love destination romance with spice, you will not want to miss The Best Wrong Move.’ Libby Tanner, author of Better than Gelato‘A swoony, steamy romance that will transport you to paradise.’ Linny Mack, author of Changing Tides⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A perfect escape . . . this book delivers in every way. Highly recommended!’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I loved both main characters, their chemistry was chef's kiss perfect, and the backdrop of Hawaii was gorgeous. High praise from this reader!’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘From the very first chapter, I was hooked. The surprises just kept coming . . . If you love romance with humour, heart, and a swoon-worthy love interest, The Best Wrong Move is a must read!’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘It’s so much fun and is a cute retelling of Forgetting Sarah Marshall . . . I loved this book and couldn’t put it down.’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘It’s the kind of story that leaves you laughing, swooning, and fully invested in their journey to love, all set against the dreamy backdrop of Hawaii’s tropical heat.’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Perfect holiday reading . . . Loved it.’ Read more

A puzzling new Christmas mystery from USA Today bestselling author Alexandra Benedict!Rest. In. Pieces.On 1st of December, renowned puzzle setter, loner, and Christmas curmudgeon Edie O'Sullivan finds a hand-delivered present on her doorstep. Unwrapping it, she finds a jigsaw box and, inside, six jigsaw pieces. When fitted together, the pieces show part of a crime scene – blood-spattered black and white tiles and part of an outlined body. Included in the parcel is a message: 'Four, maybe more, people will be dead by midnight on Christmas Eve, unless you can put all the pieces together and stop me.' It's signed, Rest In Pieces.Edie contacts her nephew, DI Sean Brand-O'Sullivan, and together they work to solve the clues. But when a man is found near death with a jigsaw piece in his hand, Sean fears that Edie might be in danger and shuts her out of the investigation. As the body count rises, however, Edie knows that only she has the knowledge to put together the killer's murderous puzzle.Only by fitting all the pieces together will Edie be able to stop a killer – and finally lay her past to rest. Read more

A new holiday-inspired novel from the “master” (Booklist) of Christmas fiction, New York Times bestselling author Richard Paul Evans. Read more

"Sharon Sala is a consummate storyteller. If you can stop reading then you're a better woman than me."—DEBBIE MACOMBER, #1 New York Times bestselling authorChristmas is a great time to be snowed in with the woman who saved your life in this heartwarming, small town holiday romance from New York Times bestselling author Sharon Sala.One minute, Trey Austin is driving through torrential rain; the next, he's being rescued from a car wreck by an angelic woman with the courage to brave the storm. Her face was the last thing he saw before he lost consciousness. No one got her name—but she lost one shoe stuck in the mud. It's Trey's only clue, so he takes to the internet, hoping against hope that he'll find his angel.Just when he's almost given up, Trey gets a message from Marley Corbett, owner of a cozy bed and breakfast in Colorado, and he instantly knows he's found her. Without hesitation, Trey heads to the mountains to meet Marley just in time to spend an unforgettable Christmas snowed in with his dream girl, who, when finally in front of him, is even more special than he remembers. Read more

This holiday season, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Noel Collection returns with another heartwarming story of secrets, heartbreak, forgiveness, and the true meaning of Christmas.On the night of her high school graduation, Richelle Bach’s father gives her and her identical twin sister, Michelle, matching opal necklaces. “These opals look identical,” he tells them, “but the fire inside each is completely unique—just like the two of you.” Indeed, the two sisters couldn’t be more different, and their paths diverge as they embark on adulthood. Years pass, until—at their father’s behest—they both come home for Christmas. What happens then forever damages their relationship, and Richelle vows never to see or speak to her sister again. In their father’s last days, he asks Richelle to forgive Michelle, a deathbed promise she never fulfills as her twin is killed in an accident. Now, painfully alone and broken, caring for the sickest of children in a hospital PICU, Richelle has one last dream: to be an author. The plot of her book, The Prodigal Daughter, is a story based on her sister’s life. It’s not until she meets Justin Ek, a man who harbors his own loss, that a secret promise is revealed, and Richelle learns that the story she’s writing is not about her sister, but about herself. Read more