"I cannot wait for more of this series, I want everybody’s backstory and everybody’s happy ever after. And if there’s an empty apartment at Ocean Shores, it’s mine!!" Robin - GoodreadsEmmalyn McGuire has finally found her rhythm as a kindergarten teacher—but the once-in-a-lifetime love she reads about in her favorite books? Still missing.Enter Hunter Kane, a brooding military pilot recovering from a life-altering accident. Grieving, injured, and reeling from the loss of his closest friend, Hunter retreats to Ocean Shores—only to find himself the temporary guardian of his late buddy’s young daughter.Overwhelmed and out of his depth, the fiercely independent Hunter turns to Emmalyn for help. She’s sweet, steady, and far too easy to fall for. Despite her nerves around the grumpy, guarded pilot, Emmalyn’s heart goes out to the little girl who suddenly needs them both—even if it’s only for now.As they fumble through the chaos of makeshift parenthood, the sparks between them get harder to ignore. Hunter wasn’t looking for love. Emmalyn wasn’t planning to share her secrets. So how did they end up here—falling for each other when they least expected it?Don’t miss this charming, emotional, and heart-melting romance from #1 New York Times bestselling author Barbara Freethy. Perfect for fans of grumpy sunshine, slow-burn chemistry, and stories where love shows up in the most unexpected ways.MOONLIGHT FEELS RIGHT is part of the OCEAN SHORES series by #1 New York Times Bestselling Author, Barbara Freethy. In the sun-soaked paradise of Oceanside, California where the ocean pounds the shore, surfers ride the early morning waves, and the local military base sends roaring jets into the sky, sits a large apartment building filled with interesting and quirky tenants, possible love connections, and more than a few secrets! Once you come to visit, you'll never want to leave! Popular tropes in this book include: grumpy sunshine, wounded hero, makeshift parenthood, forced proximity, opposites attract, redemption, humor and heartwarming romance. PRAISE FOR THE OCEAN SHORES SERIES…"What a delightful return to Ocean Shores and the found family created there! This book attests to the power of friendship, of reaching outside yourself for healing, and the strength of family, whether biological or created by the wonderful friends surrounding a person. Emotional and entertaining, it was hard to put down!" Kiaj – Goodreads on Moonlight Feels Right"This is a sweet story and one of my favorite series from this author. The characters are the people you'd meet in your every day life and the situations they find themselves in are real. Start at the beginning and read every book in the series with the promise of more to come." Jill – Goodreads on Moonlight Feels Right"Another wonderful chapter in the lives and loves of the tenants at Ocean Shores. This is a great series with strong characters, and such fun adventures." Jeanne – Goodreads on Moonlight Feels Right"Great start to a new series. Ocean Shores is the kind of apartment complex we’d all want to live in, where the neighbors are all friendly and look out for each other. The cautious financial planner and laidback Australian surfer wouldn’t seem to have much in common at first glance, other than physical attraction. But leave it to the talented Barbara Freethy to bring these two together in a way that is believable, entertaining and hopelessly romantic." Mary – Goodreads on Hopelessly Romantic Read more

A riveting story of heroism, heartache, and the power of love to heal all wounds by New York Times bestselling author Charles Martin.Murphy Shepherd is a man with many secrets. He lives alone on an island, tending the grounds of a church with no parishioners, and he’s dedicated his life to rescuing those in peril. But as he mourns the loss of his mentor and friend, Murph himself may be more lost than he realizes. When he pulls a beautiful woman named Summer out of Florida’s Intracoastal Waterway, Murph’s mission to lay his mentor to rest at the end of the world takes a dangerous turn. Drawn to Summer, and desperate to find her missing daughter, Murph is pulled deeper and deeper into the dark and dangerous world of modern-day slavery. With help from some unexpected new friends, including a faithful Labrador he plucks from the ocean and an ex-convict named Clay, Murph must race against the clock to locate the girl before he is consumed by the secrets of his past—and the ghosts who tried to bury them. With Charles Martin’s trademark lyricism and poignant prose, The Water Keeper is at once a tender love story and a heartrending search for freedom.  “Charles Martin fans rejoice, because he’s done it again . . . a multilayered story woven together with grace and redemption, and packed tight with tension and achingly real characters.” —Lauren Denton, USA TODAY bestselling author of The HideawayPart of The Murphy Shepherd series:Book 1: The Water KeeperBook 2: The Letter Keeper  Book 3: The Record Keeper Coming July 2022!)Full-length novelIncludes discussion questions for book clubsAlso by Charles Martin: The Mountain Between Us, Send Down the Rain, Long Way Gone, When Crickets Cry, Chasing Fireflies Read more

When there’s no escaping the plans life has for you…Beckett McCarthy’s beloved Gran always taught him to find magic in mundane, everyday things. But since she died, he no longer feels any magic.In fact, he feels nothing at all.So, when he has an opportunity to spend a summer abroad in Serendipity Springs, he’s expecting little more than a change in scenery.Until Keeley Roberts—quite literally—falls into his life.From their first chaotic encounter in a stuck elevator, Beckett and Keeley can’t seem to stay apart.Not that Becks is complaining. He’s enchanted by his beautiful, feisty new neighbor; drawn to her in a way he can’t explain... until they discover an invisible string that’s been connecting them all this time.It’s as if fate itself has conspired to bring them together.But with Beckett soon returning to Ireland and Keeley’s dream job hanging by a thread, is fate enough to keep their love alive… or will they need a little magic?The Escape Plan is a standalone book in the Only Magic in the Building series. These closed door, whimsical romance books are all set in the same historic building, which has a habit of playing matchmaker with its residents. There are light magical elements, but no spells, shifters, or dark magic of any kind. Read more

A heartwarming family saga about the bond between siblings, laughter, love, and new beginnings. Julia Owens never planned to return to her hometown of Rosewood Beach. Her life in New York, working long hours at a high-powered ad agency, is exactly what she always dreamed of.But when she loses her job and then learns that her father has passed away, everything changes. Drawn back to the small coastal town for the funeral, she reunites with her mother and three siblings, only to discover some shocking news: their father’s hidden gambling debts have left The Lighthouse Grill, their beloved family restaurant, on the brink of ruin.Determined to help her mother save the restaurant from a rival family eager to swoop in, Julia settles in for what she believes will be a short stay. But every day spent with her siblings—as well as her run-ins with the ruggedly handsome single dad next door—make her question the big-city ambitions she once held so tightly.Cooper Harris, the charming father of a rambunctious two-year-old girl, is exactly the kind of distraction Julia insists she doesn’t need. But as chance encounters lead to an unexpected friendship—and maybe something more—she starts to wonder if there’s room in her carefully planned future for a man raising a toddler.With her mother reeling from the new revelations and her siblings juggling their own secrets, Julia throws herself into preserving The Lighthouse Grill and her family’s legacy. As she does, she begins to realize that sometimes the path you never thought you’d take… is exactly where you belong.Take a trip to Rosewood Beach, where the water is warm, the sand is soft, and the Owens family is waiting to welcome you into their lives! This sweet and uplifting women’s fiction series is the perfect bookish escape. Read more

He’s a no-nonsense businessman. She’s a free-spirited baker. But the magical building they live in seems to think they’re a perfect match… When billionaire Archer Gaines needs to escape his father’s corrupt shadow and a related scandal, he purchases The Serendipity, a historic apartment building far from New York City.He believes in bottom lines and big business deals, definitely not in the local folklore surrounding the town of Serendipity Springs. So he’s eager to move forward with plans to flip the building into luxury lofts.But The Serendipity doesn’t particularly care what Archer believes, and the building has plans of its own.Willa never believed in the rumors about her “magical” building. But that was before she walked into her closet looking for a sweater and found herself in another apartment altogether--in the penthouse closet of the grumpy and unfortunately attractive new building owner.This is less of a meet cute than a meet ugly, and things only go downhill from there.When Archer announces sweeping changes that include a rent increase, he becomes public enemy number one for the residents. And by charging Willa for use of the commercial kitchen, he puts her fledgling baking business at risk. With his progress being (magically) blocked at every turn, Archer grows desperate for help.But the bewitching woman he found hiding in his closet seems to present both the answer and a larger problem: because Archer never planned to fall in love or stay in Serendipity Springs forever …The Serendipity is a standalone book in the Only Magic in the Building series. These closed door, whimsical romance books are all set in the same historic building, which has a habit of playing matchmaker with its residents. There are light magical elements, but no spells, shifters, or dark magic of any kind. Read more

Nearly 500,000 copies sold! | A Southern Living Book of the Month SelectionFrom New York Times bestselling author Charles Martin comes the moving story of a heart surgeon who's hiding his own heart, a little girl whose heart won't last much longer, and a shared journey toward healing for both of them--for fans looks for the emotional depth of Fredrik Backman and the Southern atmosphere of Delia Owens.It begins on the shaded town square in a sleepy Southern town. A spirited seven-year-old has a brisk business at her lemonade stand. But the little girl's pretty yellow dress can't quite hide the ugly scar on her chest.Her latest customer, a bearded stranger, drains his cup and heads to his car, his mind on a boat he's restoring at a nearby lake. The stranger understands more about the scar than he wants to admit. And the beat-up bread truck careening around the corner with its radio blaring is about to change the trajectory of both their lives.Before it's over, they'll both know there are painful reasons why crickets cry . . . and that miracles lurk around unexpected corners.With its beautiful, lyrical writing, engaging characters who stick with you, and a storyline that will touch your own heart, it's no wonder why so many readers adore When Crickets Cry."If you read any book this year, this is the one." --Coffee Time Romance"Charming characters and twists that keep the pages turning." --Southern Living Read more

Fake dating a disgraced pro hockey player wasn’t in the cards. Neither was falling in love with him for real. Being a female mechanic has it’s flaws. The sweet-talking hockey player who thinks I’m here to flirt with him instead of fix his car is proof.Thanks to my broken heart, Chance McLanely’s crystal blue eyes and charming smiles don’t—ahem—barely affect me.I fix his flashy Lamborghini, drop him off and expect to never see him again. Except he’s at my garage the next day, asking me to jumpstart his career instead of his car.And what do I get in exchange for our little ruse?Publicity for my new garage and the sweet, sweet taste of revenge… as my cheating ex sees me getting fawned over by his favorite hockey player.But Chance is a little too good at fake-fawning.And fake dating.And fake kissing.A star athlete like him could never like a woman like me, so why is he looking at me like I’m more than just his mechanic? Read more

A feel-good family saga about second chances and the bond between siblings.As a blanket of snow covers Rosewood Beach, the Owens family is busier than ever. Determined to give everyone in town a place to celebrate the holidays, they decide to host a Christmas gathering at the restaurant. But to Vivian’s dismay, their plans are put in jeopardy when the local health inspector insists they fix the vents at The Lighthouse Grill first.For Hazel, helping to plan the party has been a welcome distraction. After focusing on herself and spending time with her daughter, she’s convinced that she’s finally moved past her crush on Jacob, the local handyman who seems forever out of reach.When Jacob offers to help fix the pub’s ventilation system, Hazel is relieved to find that she’s perfectly relaxed around him. Now that she knows he’s off the market, the nerves she used to feel around him have evaporated, and she can actually enjoy his company as a friend. After all, he’s dating someone else… or so she thinks.As they spend hours working and laughing together, Hazel realizes that Jacob might not be taken after all. Suddenly, the feelings she thought she’d buried come roaring back—along with the nerves and self-doubt. Will she find the courage to take the leap this time?Meanwhile, Alexis discovers she’s pregnant just as she launches her fledgling jewelry business, Grayson proves how far he’s come as a supportive husband, and Julia grapples with missing her old career in New York… until she realizes that embracing the holiday spirit might be just the thing she needs.Take a trip to Rosewood Beach, where the water is warm, the sand is soft, and the Owens family is waiting to welcome you into their lives! This sweet and uplifting women’s fiction series is the perfect bookish escape. Read more

The last thing she needs is another off-limits work romance. He’s fine playing the friendly flirt . . . until he falls for real. Embarrassing breakups at work cost you promotions. Phoebe learned that the hard way. So when a patron’s will names her as the director of a new museum in Serendipity Springs, she jumps at the chance to prove her professionalism.Her new plan: focus on work. Ignore distractions. Definitely ignore men. Easy peasy.But then the mailbox in Phoebe’s quirky apartment building starts delivering a series of old love letters written between strangers…sixty years ago.She can’t afford the distraction, but she also can’t ignore the letters, so she enlists the help of Jay, the flirty heir to her benefactor’s fortune, to help her solve the mystery of who they belong to.Jay is exactly the history pro she needs, but he’s also the kind of handsome charmer Phoebe always falls for, and since he’s on the museum board, she’s not about to risk her recovering reputation. Despite their sizzling chemistry, she quickly sends Jay to the friend zone.Until the mysterious letters from the past lead them to surprising discoveries in the present, and serendipity steps in with an irresistible nudge and a memorable, magical kiss.Signed, Sealed, and Smitten is a standalone book in the Only Magic in the Building series. These closed door, whimsical romance books are all set in the same historic building, which has a habit of playing matchmaker with its residents. There are light magical elements, but no spells, shifters, or dark magic of any kind. Read more

A sweet family saga about the bond between siblings and the power of hope.Alexis Owens is settling into her new routines at The Lighthouse Grill, the beloved family restaurant in Rosewood Beach.She originally planned to stay just long enough to help her mother cope with the aftermath of her father’s passing, but the town’s gentle waves and familiar faces are starting to feel like home. Still, even the fresh sea breeze can’t erase the uncertainty looming over her marriage to Grayson, who remains in Los Angeles… or so she thinks.When Grayson suddenly shows up, determined to fix the relationship he nearly let slip away, Alexis finds herself torn between the comfortable life she’s rediscovering in Rosewood and the man she once fell in love with. While he makes plans to stay in the quaint little town, hoping to show her he’s changed, Alexis wonders if she’s too far down a new path to turn back.Meanwhile, the rest of the Owens family have their own triumphs and trials. Julia has fallen hard for Cooper and his adorable little girl, and she’s wondering if it’s time to take things to the next level. Hazel nurses a secret crush on a local handyman—but is she brave enough to tell him how she feels? And Dean grapples with a daunting medical diagnosis that forces him to re-evaluate his future.Through it all, the siblings lean on each other, proving that sometimes home is more than a place. It’s the people who stand by you, no matter what.Take a trip to Rosewood Beach, where the water is warm, the sand is soft, and the Owens family is waiting to welcome you into their lives! This sweet and uplifting women’s fiction series is the perfect bookish escape. Read more

An uplifting family saga about siblings, laughter, love, and new beginnings.Dean Owens has always been the steady, hardworking type, building a life on his own terms in the small town of Rosewood Beach. But after learning that he has arthritis, everything he’s taken for granted—his job at the garage, his independence, even his confidence—feels like it’s slipping away.At his family’s urging, he reluctantly agrees to start physical therapy, expecting nothing more than a routine list of exercises. Instead, he meets Noelle Calhoun, a sweet and encouraging therapist who recently moved to town to be closer to her grandparents.At first, Dean struggles to accept that he might need to slow down, but Noelle’s gentle humor and genuine care spark something in him that he can’t ignore. When she admits that she hasn’t had a chance to explore Rosewood Beach yet, he finds himself eager to show her the best of his hometown. Late-summer walks near the shore and visits to local shops soon grow into a connection he’s never felt before—one that both thrills and terrifies him.Meanwhile, Julia and Cooper edge closer to a fully shared life, although Julia worries that she’ll always be an outsider in parenting Macey. Alexis and Grayson settle into their new home, giving a fresh start to the marriage they nearly lost. And Hazel, determined to find her footing after heartbreak, devotes her time to self-care and her teenage daughter as she steers clear of romance… for now.Take a trip to Rosewood Beach, where the water is warm, the sand is soft, and the Owens family is waiting to welcome you into their lives! This sweet and uplifting women’s fiction series is the perfect bookish escape. Read more

Three Regency Romances, One Wholesome Collection!Enjoy three full-length novels and a bonus short story in this box set, where the romance is always clean and every book ends in a happily-ever-after!An Elopement Gone AwryGeorgiana is on her way to wed when her carriage is attacked and her fiancé kidnapped. Rescue comes in the form of reclusive but intriguing Charles, who unexpectedly captures her heart…A Celebration Gone AwryIn this Christmas short story, join Georgiana and Charles as they prepare to host a holiday celebration, only for it to go terribly wrong.A Painting for the ViscountPenniless Lord Henry Thornton is determined to provide for his newly orphaned sisters — and aspiring artist Rosalind Dearling must find a husband before the Season ends! When chance brings Rosalind and Henry together, a fake marriage seems like the perfect solution to their problems…A Sonata for the RakeWhen Augusta Thornton chaperones her sister on a visit to a potential suitor’s estate, she captures the attention of rake Anthony Windham — there to secretly test ladies’ virtues for the earl. As passion erupts between them, can they overcome their pasts? Read more

She’s in search of her soulmate. He avoids love at all costs. These neighbors are a total mismatch … until serendipity steps in.Nori Sinclair has two goals in life: find the husband of her dreams, and purchase the beloved tea shop in her hometown, Serendipity Springs.So when Nori finds herself short on funds to land a business loan, she joins a dating app that pays her to be their featured single in a month-long ad campaign.Per her contract, all men are off-limits, except those matched for her by Swipe Rite.This seems simple enough... until she keeps seeing herself in every mirror holding hands with Cash Briggs.AKA her aloof, unavailable neighbor.After a career-ending injury, ex-baseball player Cash is on a mission to help others who’ve been shattered like he was, inside and out. With his sights firmly set on a job in Los Angeles, he doesn’t have time for family or friends, let alone a relationship where he’d only get burned. Again.Continually having to rescue Nori—his flustered neighbor, who seems desperate to avoid him—was not part of his plan.While Cash and Nori fight their growing attraction, magnetic elements in their magical building draw them together, until they're forced to choose between breaking all the rules or breaking both their hearts …Off the Wall is a standalone book in the Only Magic in the Building series. These closed door, whimsical romance books are all set in the same historic building, which has a habit of playing matchmaker with its residents. There are light magical elements, but no spells, shifters, or dark magic of any kind. Read more

Six months to find love. One overprotective menace (who’s way too handsome for his own good). And a building that might have the final say.Scarlett Fernsby holds the world record for shortest relationships. Mostly thanks to overprotective parents and an interfering brother, every attempt at dating has been a disaster.When her whole family is out of town for six glorious months, she knows it's time to find love.What she didn't count on was Wade Hendrix. Her older brother's best friend.He's even worse than her brother. He's soon crashing every date of hers, and Scarlett's beginning to wonder if he's made it his life's mission to annoy her.Wade is a firefighter with a hero complex; she doesn't want to be his pity problem. Especially when she's starting to misinterpret those fiery looks of his.Scarlett doesn't know what to do with this newfound attraction to him, and though she'd like to scrub him out of her life, the building she lives in has a very different plan.Wade Hendrix has a problem. His best friend asked him to keep an eye on his little sister. But Wade has trouble keeping his eyes off of her.What starts out as a favor for his best friend soon turns into pure torture: watching Scarlett date other men right in front of him.Wade would love to tell her how he feels—but he knows she doesn't feel the same.Or does she?After an especially disastrous date that Wade ruins—and with the help of a very special mop that likes to grant wishes—Scarlett tells Wade that he owes her a goodnight kiss.But one kiss isn’t enough. Wade wants forever. Now he just has to convince Scarlett that just maybe, love has been right in front of her all along.Clean Out of Luck is a standalone book in the Only Magic in the Building series. These closed door, whimsical romance books are all set in the same historic building, which has a habit of playing matchmaker with its residents. There are light magical elements, but no spells, shifters, or dark magic of any kind. Read more

He’s searching for a sign. She’s trying her best to ignore them.Axel Williams walked away from a military career to throw himself into a family project that no longer exists. Now the big man is left adrift and looking for some sign of what to do next. When he offers to volunteer at the neighborhood veterans’ center and they send him to the local elementary school to lead a session on flag football, Axel figures he’s hit rock bottom.Eden Wilder made a big mistake the last time she followed her heart. But she’s learned to stop seeing signs everywhere, and focus on living a sensible life with her eight-year-old son, Jack, and her amazing new job teaching fifth grade in the beautiful, rural community of Trinity Falls.When the town’s favorite former tight end starts teaching flag football during gym class, Eden manages to mostly ignore his rugged good looks, even though none of the other teachers can seem to stop whispering about the big hunk and how cute he is with the kids. But then Axel takes an interest in a starstruck Jack and offers to spend extra time with him, and suddenly Eden can’t say no.From throwing a football around outside, to attending town holiday activities, to dreaming up a project that just might bring a smile to a lot of kids’ faces, the three of them start sharing more and more time together.But when Axel realizes what the universe is trying to tell him, will he be able to convince Eden that a dependable man can make her life better? Or will her determination never to fall in love again prevent the Christmas miracle little Jack has been wishing for?Trinity Falls Sweet Romance is all about finding family – one clean & wholesome romance at a time. The Trinity Falls Sweet Romance: Home for Christmas series celebrates a group of men coming home to a small Pennsylvania town at Christmastime, and finding love and meaning in the season. Read more

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A festive harvest celebration at the Seabreeze Inn takes an unexpected turn!The Seabreeze Inn is ready to welcome guests for a grand harvest celebration, unveiling the vintage beach house’s stunning renovations for the season’s most anticipated gathering. Locals and returning guests come together for an unforgettable evening filled with warmhearted traditions.But just as the festivities begin, unexpected surprises threaten to derail the celebration. With her reputation and the inn’s future on the line, can Ivy salvage the event before it’s too late? Or will this one be remembered for all the wrong reasons?Join Ivy, the Bay family, and Summer Beach residents for a heartwarming, feel good beach story of romance, friendship, resilience, and the power of second chances. Perfect for fans of small-town romance and seaside escapes! From a USA Today bestselling author. Read more

Twenty-one years ago, Nikki’s life shattered. Betrayed by her family and facing a painful divorce, she cut ties with her past and embraced life as a free-spirited writer. But when a shocking phone call brings her back to Camano Island—a quaint seaside town—everything changes.Nikki must manage her estranged sister Trish’s B&B and the adjoining restaurant, Lot 28. Old memories resurface when she reunites with Paul, her first love, while also confronting a family secret: Trish wants them to find the daughter she gave up for adoption.As Nikki searches for Amy, a young woman battling her own struggles, she must convince her niece that her comatose mother still loves her. Amidst the chaos, Nikki grapples with her feelings for Paul and the hope for her sister’s recovery.Can Nikki reconcile her past and forge a new future? Join her on this emotional journey filled with heart, second chances, and the enduring power of family. Read more

She bought the cabin to get away. She never expected to find someone worth staying for.Heartbroken and humiliated after a life of being unlucky in love, Josie Taylor flees to the rugged and stormy shores of Stonington, Maine to nurse her wounds and forget about her cruel destiny as a hopeless romantic. A cozy small town where nobody knows her past is the ideal place to make a fresh start—but some of the locals aren’t too keen on her arrival.Sam Porter hates outsiders. As a surly recluse who hides from the tourists of the summer months, he’s hardly the man to make Josie feel welcome. She’s determined not to let his attitude dampen her spirits—and as she begins to unravel a surprising new side to the man, they soon find solace from their troubles in each other’s arms... even if she’s afraid to take the plunge and open her heart again.Too bad her past isn’t quite ready to let her go—and between her ex-husband rearing his head and her free-spirited sister arriving with a business plan that’s as wild as it is risky, Josie is quickly caught in turbulent waters. Can she weather the storm and create a bright new future in this salty & seafaring town? Or will her hope for a second chance be dashed on the rocky cliffs?Take the plunge into a delightful and wholesome seaside romance with themes of fresh beginnings and later-in-life love. With a dash of tantalizing mystery and plenty of feel-good emotions, The Harbor Retreat is a memorable series that will warm your heart with all the charms of the sea. Read more

A journalist and her hometown friend risk their lives to expose danger and corruption on the Oregon coast. From the award-winning author of No One to Trust.Returning home for her father’s funeral, big-city reporter Megan McCallister is brutally attacked—confirming her suspicions that her father’s mysterious death was no accident. But only her childhood friend, Garret Larsson, believes her theory. The teenager she once knew has grown into a brave, honorable man . . . but can he keep her alive long enough to find the truth?Garret needs Megan to leave town, but he wants her to stay. He knows about the secrets her newspaperman father uncovered and the dangerous exposé he was writing. And now Megan has vowed to finish her father’s final article. Someone’s determined to kill the story—and Megan along with it—but he’ll have to go through Garret first.Praise for Melody Carlson“No one writes clean contemporary romance quite like Melody Carlson.” —Library Journal“A sweet toast to second chances.” —Booklist“This sweet romance satisfies.” —Publishers Weekly Read more